Martin Easypix 300, Easypix 1200 User Manual

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Easypix™

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Dimensions

All dimensions are in millimetres

Easypix™ 300 / Easypix™ 1200

Easypix Power™

©2010 Martin Professional™ A/S. Information subject to change without notice. Martin Professional A/S and all affiliated companies disclaim liability for any injury, damage, direct or indirect loss, consequential or economic loss or any other loss occasioned by the use of, inability to use or reliance on the information contained in this manual. The Martin logo, the Martin name and all other trademarks in this document pertaining to services or products by Martin Professional A/S or its affiliates and subsidiaries are trademarks owned or licensed by Martin Professional A/S or its affiliates or subsidiaries. The use of

certain patents in Martin Easypix products is licensed by Color Kinetics, Inc. (see details printed on product).

P/N 35005006, Rev. C

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Safety Information

Warning! Read the safety precautions in this section before installing, powering, operating or servicing this product.

The following symbols are used to identify important safety information on the product and in this manual:

DANGER!

Safety hazard. Risk of severe

injury or death.

Warning!

Hazardous

voltage. Risk

of lethal or

severe electric

shock.

Warning!

LED light

emission. Risk

of eye injury.

Warning!

Burn hazard.

Hot surface.

Do not touch

Warning!

Refer to user

manual.

Warning! Class 1M LED product according to IEC/EN 60825-1. Do not view the light output with optical instruments or any device that may concentrate the beam.

This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use.

This product presents risks of severe injury or death due to fire hazards, electric shock and falls.

Read this manual before installing, powering or servicing the product, follow the safety precautions listed below and observe all warnings in this manual and printed on the luminaire. Install and operate the luminaire only as described in this manual and in accordance with local laws and regulations. Refer any operation not described in this manual to a qualified technician.

If you have questions about how to operate the luminaire safely, please contact your Martin dealer or call the Martin 24-hour service hotline at +45 70 200 201, or in the USA on 1-888-tech-180.

PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK

• Shut down power to the entire installation at the main power distribution board and lock out power (by removing the fuse for example) before carrying out any installation or maintenance work.

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• Disconnect the luminaire from AC power before removing or installing any cover or part and when not in use.

• System does not support hot swap. Turn off AC power before adding any luminaire to the system.

• Connect the Easypix Power electrically to ground (earth).

• Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and

electrical codes and has both overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.

• Before using the devices, check that all power distribution equipment and cables are in perfect condition, are rated for the current requirements of all connected devices.

• Isolate all devices from power immediately if any cable, seal, cover or other component is damaged, cracked or deformed. Do not reapply power until repairs have been completed.

• The Easypix is for indoor use only.

• Refer any service operation not described in this manual to an

authorized Martin Service partner.

PROTECTION FROM BURNS

• Do not operate the devices if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 40° C (104° F).

• The exterior of the luminaires and Easypix Power becomes hot, up to 65° C (149° F) during normal operation. Ensure that accidental physical contact with the devices is impossible.

• Allow the luminaire to cool for 5 minutes before servicing.

• Keep combustible materials (for example fabric, wood, paper) at least

20 cm (8 in.) away from the devices.

• Keep flammable materials well away from the devices.

• Do not modify the Easypix Power or luminaires in any way not

described in this manual or install other than genuine Martin parts.

• Use only Martin approved accessories to mask or modify the light beam.

• Do not attempt to bypass fuses. Replace defective fuses with ones of the specified type and rating only.

• Install the devices indoors in a well-ventilated area only. Provide a minimum clearance of 5 cm (2 in.) and ensure unrestricted airflow around the Easypix Power and the luminaires.

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PROTECTION FROM INJURY

• Do not look at LEDs with a magnifying glass or any other optical instrument that may concentrate the light output.

• Ensure that all external covers, components and installation fittings are securely fastened.

• Block access below the work area and work from a stable platform whenever installing, servicing or moving the devices.

• Ensure that all supporting structures, surfaces, fasteners and lifting equipment can bear the weight of all the devices they are intended to support plus an adequate safety margin, and that they conform to local building and safety regulations.

• Use a sufficient number of fasteners with sufficient corrosion resistance, dimensions and strength to mount the DIN rail safely. Any nuts used must be self-locking.

• If the Easypix Power or luminaires are to be installed in a location where injury or damage may be caused if a device falls, use a secondary means of attachment such as safety wires looped tightly around the devices and anchored securely to the mounting structure or in the mounting surface.

Disposing of this product

Martin™ products are supplied in compliance with Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Union on WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), as amended by Directive 2003/108/EC, where applicable.

Help preserve the environment! Ensure that this product is recycled at the end of its life. Your supplier can give details of local arrangements for the disposal of Martin products.

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Contents

Dimensions....................................................................................................... 2

Safety Information............................................................................................. 3

Contents ........................................................................................................... 7

Notes ................................................................................................................ 8

Introduction....................................................................................................... 9

Unpacking................................................................................................ 10

Using for the first time.............................................................................. 10

Physical installation ........................................................................................ 11

Location and orientation .......................................................................... 11

Mounting.................................................................................................. 12

Connections – general.................................................................................... 16

System overview ..................................................................................... 16

AC power........................................................................................................ 17

Connecting to power................................................................................ 18

Control data link.............................................................................................. 19

System setup.................................................................................................. 21

Luminaire configuration ........................................................................... 21

Setting up stand-alone operation............................................................. 21

Setting synchronized master/slave mode ................................................ 25

Setting RGB or HSI color control mode ................................................... 28

Operation........................................................................................................ 29

Service and maintenance ............................................................................... 31

Cleaning .................................................................................................. 31

Diffuser filters........................................................................................... 32

Fuse replacement.................................................................................... 34

Software installation ................................................................................ 35

DMX protocols ................................................................................................ 37

RGB Mode............................................................................................... 37

HSI Mode................................................................................................. 37

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 38

Specifications ................................................................................................. 39

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Notes

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Introduction

Thank you for selecting Easypix™, a compact LED-based colorchanging lighting product from Martin™. The Easypix is available in short 300 mm (11.8 inch) and long 1200 mm (47.2 inch) models. Both luminaires are controlled by the Easypix Power™.

Diffuser filters that give wider beam angles are available.

This product features:

• RGB (red, green, blue) color mixing, with RGB and HSI (hue, saturation, intensity) color control options

• 32 W LED power and 400 lumens total output (at narrow beam angle) from Easypix 1200

• 8 W LED power and 100 lumens total output (at narrow beam angle) from Easypix 300

• The Easypix Power can drive up to twenty-four Easypix 300s, six Easypix 1200s, or any mixture of Easypix 300 and Easypix 1200 devices that does not exceed 7.2 meters (23 ft. 7 in.)

• Possibility of controlling all luminaires attached to an Easypix Power as one single RGB or HSI pixel

• All luminaires attached to an Easypix Power are controlled as one single RGB pixel

• DMX 512A control

• Clamp mounting system for standard 35 mm DIN rail

• 64 built-in stand-alone programs

• Master/slave functionality with 64 pre-programmed stand-alone

shows available

For the latest firmware updates, documentation, product specifications and other information about this and all Martin Professional™ products, please visit the Martin website at http://www.martin.com.

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Unpacking

The following items are included with the Easypix luminaire:

• 300 mm or 1200 mm strip light luminaire with narrow beam angle diffuser (installed).

• safety leaflet

• Two short DIN rails

The following items are included with the Easypix Power

• Easypix Power

• This user manual

• 3-pin male XLR to RJ45

• DMX terminal plug

• Two AC mains power cables (EU with Schuko plug, US without plug)

Using for the first time

Before applying power to the luminaire:

• Carefully review “Safety Information” on page 3

• Check that the local AC power voltage is within the range listed on the

Easypix Power serial number label

• Install the Easypix Power and Easypix luminaires as described in this manual

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Physical installation

Warning! Read "Safety Information" on page 3 before installing the devices.

The safety and suitability of lifting equipment, installation location, anchoring method, mounting hardware and electrical installation is the responsibility of the installer. All local safety regulations and legal requirements must be observed when installing and connecting the devices. Installation must be carried out by qualified professionals only.

The Easypix luminaires must be clamped onto a DIN top-hat rail that is securely anchored to a suitable flat surface. Ensure that the supporting structure can bear the weight of all installed devices plus an adequate safety margin.

Make sure that there will be at least 5 cm (2 in.) of free space and unrestricted airflow around both the Easypix Power and the Easypix luminaire.

Warning! Do not use the Easypix luminaire without the supplied diffuser filter.

Contact your Martin supplier for assistance if you have any questions about how to install this product safely.

Location and orientation

Easypix luminaires are for indoor installations with an IP rating of 20. The Easypix Power is for indoor use only;

The devices require free and unobstructed airflow around them to ensure adequate cooling:

• Do not bury the devices or locate them in an unventilated space

• Allow 5 cm (2 in.) free space around both the Easypix Power and the

Easypix luminaires

Install the Easypix Power and the Easypix luminaires at least 20 cm (8 in.) away from any combustible materials (wood, paper, etc.) and well away from any flammable materials.

The housings of the Easypix luminaire and the Easypix Power reach temperatures up to 65° C (149° F). Restrict public access or locate the devices so that they cannot accidentally be touched.

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Mounting

DIN rail

The Easypix luminaire is designed for mounting on standard 35 mm top-hat DIN rail.

Figure 1: Martin DIN rail dimensions (in mm)

Corrosion-resistant DIN rail can be ordered from Martin (see “Accessories” on page 42). Dimensions for the DIN rail supplied by Martin are given in Figure 1.

Note that you cannot fasten the Easypix luminaire mounting clamps directly over screws used to fasten DIN rail to the mounting surface. If a DIN rail mounting screw is in the way of a mounting clamp, move it to another slot in the DIN rail.

Note that you must install extra screws through the DIN rail into the mounting surface to secure luminaires in vertical installations (see “Mounting the Easypix luminaire vertically” on page 13).

Mounting the Easypix luminaire

Warning! The Easypix luminaire must be mounted on a top-hat profile 35 mm (1.4 inch) DIN rail that is securely anchored to a surface. The installation must conform to local electrical, building, safety and fire regulations. If there is a danger that the luminaire may cause injury or damage if it falls, use a means of secondary attachment such as safety cables looped around the luminaire.

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To mount the luminaire on a surface using 35 mm DIN rail:

1. Fasten the DIN rail securely to the mounting surface.

2. See Figure 2. The luminaire mounting bracket has a hooked profile on one side (see A). Hook this profile over the top of the DIN rail and swing the bracket down. Use a 2.5 mm Allen key to tighten the mounting clamp screw (see B).

Figure 2: Mounting on DIN rail

Mounting the Easypix luminaire vertically

The mounting clamp screws will not hold the product securely on the DIN rail if luminaire is installed vertically. You must therefore insert screws in the mounting surface through the DIN rail mounting holes (see Figure 3) so that the luminaire mounting clamps rest against these screws and secure the luminaire.

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Figure 3: Vertical mounting on DIN rail

Safety attachment

When installing the luminaire in an area where it could fall and cause damage or injury, loop two safety cables or similar secondary attachments that can hold ten times the weight they secure tightly around each luminaire and fasten each safety attachment to a separate anchoring point in the mounting surface itself, not the DIN rail.

Adjusting tilt angle

The Easypix luminaire can be tilted through 95°.

Figure 4: Tilt angle

To adjust the tilt angle:

1. See Figure 5. Turn the locking knob clockwise until it releases the luminaire profile.

2. Adjust the luminaire to the desired tilt angle

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3. Rotate the locking knob counter-clockwise until it engages in the luminaire profile and locks it in position.

Figure 5: Releasing and tighten the tilt locking lock

Mounting the Easypix Power

Fasten the Easypix Power securely to a flat surface in a location that is accessible for service. To mount it, use M5 screws in the four mounting holes. Respect all local safety, fire and building regulations governing the installation of electrical equipment in cavities or plenums. Allow free airflow and at least 5 cm (2 in.) of free space around the device. Allow sufficient ventilation to ensure that the ambient temperature will not exceed 40° C (104° F).

When choosing a location for the Easypix Power, bear in mind that access to the DIP switch is required if you need to change the DMX address or to change stand-alone programs.

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Connections – general

This section lists some general principles that apply to Easypix installations. Read “Safety Information” on page 3, “AC power” on page 17 and “Control data link” on page 19 before starting installation work.

System overview

Figure 6 gives an overview of the system layout and the cable connections for the Easypix Power.

Figure 6: Schematic cable and device layout

Important! Do not exceed the maximum permitted number of luminaires per output channel, i.e. 24 Easypix 300 luminaires or 6 Easypix 1200 luminaires.

The Easypix system consists of:

1. The Easypix Power that controls luminaires in response to a DMX signal from a controller such as the Martin Light Fox™. The Easypix Power also stores stand-alone programs that luminaires can display without the need for a DMX controller.

2. Easypix 300 and Easypix 1200 luminaires.

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AC power

DANGER! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before attempting to install this product. Lock out power to the entire installation before working on cables and connections or removing any cover.

Warning! Electrical installation must be carried out by qualified professionals only.

Warning! The electrical equipment and cable used to supply the Easypix system with power must be in perfect condition, be adequately dimensioned for current requirements and respect maximum cable run lengths.

Warning! For protection from dangerous electric shock, the Easypix Power must be grounded (earthed). The AC power distribution system must be fitted with current overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) circuit breakers as well as a means to isolate the Easypix Power from power and lock out power during service.

Important! Do not connect the Easypix system to an electrical dimmer system. Doing so can damage the electronics.

If you require help in planning or dimensioning the power distribution system, please contact your Martin supplier for assistance.

If there is a break or cut at any point in a cable (for example at a connection point), and if this is exposed to water, moisture can be drawn up the inside of the cable due to the vacuum effect of temperature fluctuations during operation.

The Easypix Power adapts automatically to 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Do not connect to power at any other voltage or frequency.

The Easypix Power is protected by a 5.0 amp slow-blow primary fuse located on the Easypix Power. See “Fuse replacement” on page 34 for details of changing fuses. See "Specifications” on page 39 for details of fuse rating and typical current.

The Easypix 300 and Easypix 1200 are protected by an electronic circuit-breaker in the extender/splitter. Incorrect system configuration will cause an automatic luminaire power off. The circuit-breaker will reset and recover once the system is configured correctly. See page 21 for correct system configuration.

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Connecting to power

The Easypix Power is supplied with an IEC power cable ready for connection to a single-phase 3-wire (live, neutral, ground/earth) power distribution system at 100-120/200-240 VAC nominal, 50/60 Hz.

Details of standard US and EU conductor identification systems are given in Table 1.

Wire color

(US system)

Wire color

(EU system)

Conductor Symbol Screw (US)

black brown live L yellow or

brass

white blue neutral N silver

green yellow/green ground

(earth)

green

Table 1: Conductor identification

Important! Check that all installation work is completed and carry out appropriate tests and safety checks before applying power.

Power plug

If you decide to fit the supplied power cable tail with a plug that is suitable for your AC mains power outlets, install a grounding-type (earthed) plug that is rated 5 A minimum, following the plug manufacturer’s instructions.

Table 1 shows some possible pin identification schemes; if pins are not clearly identified, or if you have any doubts about proper installation, consult a qualified electrician.

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Control data link

The Easypix Power must be connected via a control data link for DMX controller or synchronized (master/slave) operation. The following considerations must be taken into account when planning the data link:

• Use RS-485 data cable for the data link. RS-485 cable has low capacitance and a characteristic impedance of 85 to 150 Ohms. It is electrically shielded and has at least 1 twisted pair of conductors. The minimum recommended wire size is 0.25 mm2 (24 AWG) for runs up to 300 meters (1000 ft.) and 0.32 mm2 (22 AWG) for runs up 500 meters (1640 ft).

• CAT 5e network cable is suitable for the control data link in indoor installations. Installation-type cable is acceptable for fixed installations. Flexible patch-type cable with good bend and torsion recovery is required in movable installations (Martin patch cables are recommended). CAT 5e cable and RJ-45 connectors must be used for synchronized master/slave operation.

• Long parallel runs of AC power and control data cables may cause interference on the data link and must be avoided. Even if not required by law, use separate conduits for power and data cables.

• The maximum permitted control data cable length before a control signal amplifier is required is 500 meters (1640 ft.). An optically isolated amplifier-splitter such as the Martin™ RS-485 Opto-Splitter™ (P/N 90758060) must be used to extend a link beyond this length.

• Easypix Powers can be daisy-chained, i.e. the data cable can be connected in one single chain of Easypix Powers as shown in Figure

• Each chain may connect a maximum of 32 Easypix Powers.

• Each chain on the link must be terminated by placing a 120 ohm

resistor (available from Martin, P/N 91613028) across the data hot (+) and data cold (-) output conductors of the last Easypix Power on the chain.

Data connection pinouts

RJ-45 connection

RJ-45 connectors are suitable if CAT 5e cable is used for the data link. RJ-45 cable connector pins are numbered from the left looking at the face of the connector with the locking clip on top (see Figure 7).

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Figure 7: RJ-45 cable connector pins

Connectors must be wired according to the 568-B system using the standard RJ-45 pin-out for DMX applications:

• Pin 1 (White/orange): DMX data hot (+)

• Pin 2 (Orange): DMX data cold (-)

• Pins 7 (White/brown) and 8 (Brown): Common Pins 3 and 6 are

available for Data 2 connections in DMX 512-A or similar systems. They must be wired as follows:

• Pin 3 (White/green): Available for Data 2 hot (+)

• Pin 6 (Green): Available for Data 2 cold (-)

Pins 4 and 5 are not used in currently available lighting control systems but can be wired as follows:

• Pin 4 (Blue)

• Pin 5 (White/blue)

XLR 5-pin connection

Many DMX lighting controllers have XLR 5-pin output connectors. To connect these to the RJ-45 connectors on the Easypix Power, use an XLR 5-pin to RJ-45 adapter, (available from Martin, P/N 11840111). If you need to rewire XLR connectors, pin numbers are normally marked on connectors. Connectors must be wired using the standard XLR DMX pin-out:

• Pin 1: Cable shield

• Pin 2: DMX Data 1 - (cold)

• Pin 3: DMX Data 1 + (hot)

Important! To avoid ground/earth loop interference, ensure that the DMX cable shield does not come into contact with the shell or body of XLR connectors.

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System setup

Important! Read this description carefully before applying power. Incorrect configuration of the Easypix system may permanently damage the Easypix luminaire.

The Easypix Power has two output channels marked Output I and Output II. Each output channel can be controlled as one pixel and can drive up to twenty four Easypix 300s or six Easypix 1200s or any mixture that does not exceed 7.2 meters.

Important! The total length of the luminaires connected to each output channel must not exceed 7.2 meters.

Luminaire configuration

The Easypix system is designed as a flexible modular system that can support up to 24 Easypix 300s or 6 Easypix 1200s on the Easypix Power’s output channels. The Easypix Power must be configured to match the desired luminaire layout.

Setting up stand-alone operation

In stand-alone operation, no DMX controller is required. Instead, 64 pre-programmed static and dynamic lighting effects stored in the Easypix Power memory are sent to the Easypix luminaires for display when stand-alone operation is enabled.

If more complex effects are required than those available, you will need to add a DMX controller to the system and use DMX control.

The Easypix system is set up using the Easypix Power’s DIP switch (see Figure ).

Figure 8: DIP switch

Enabling stand-alone operation

See Table 2.

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DIPs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

DMX Modes

DMX Mode RGB 0 0 0

DMX Mode HSI 1 0 0 DMX Address 1-510 x x x x x x x x x

Standalone Modes Type Name

Standalone ON + Master 0 0 1 Standalone OFF + Slave 0 0 0

Standalone Program 0-64

x x x x x x 0 0 0 x x 1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1

ALL OFF

1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RED

0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 GREEN

1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1

SIMPLE

COLORS

BLUE

4 Factory

Default

0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 ALL ON

1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 CYAN

0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 MAGENTA

1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1

YELLOW

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 WARM WHITE

1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 COOL WHITE

0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 COLD WHITE

1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1

WHITES

HOT WHITE

0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 ORANGE

1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 LIME GREEN

0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1

LEMON YELLOW

1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 x x 1 AQUA BLUE

0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 BABY PINK

1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 LILAC

0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1

BLOOD ORANGE

1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 FLESH PINK

0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 LEAF GREEN

1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1

TRENDY COLORS

PURPLE

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DIPs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

DMX Modes

DMX Mode

RGB 0 0 0

DMX Mode HSI 1 0 0

DMX Address

1-510 x x x x x x x x x

Standalone

Modes Type Name

Standalone

ON + Master 0 0 1

Standalone

OFF + Slave 0 0 0

Standalone

Program 0-64

x x x x x x 0 0 0 x x 1

0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RGB 1

1 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RGB 2

0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 CMY

1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RAINBOW

0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1

W - R - W - G W - B

1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1

SIMPLE DYNAMICS

W - C - W - M W - Y

0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RED / ORANGE

1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RED / PINK

0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1 RED / AQUA

1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 x x 1

ALTERNATES I

GREEN / YELLOW

0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 GREEN / BLUE

1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1

GREEN / ORANGE

0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 BLUE / PURPLE

1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 BLUE / ORANGE

0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1

ALTERNATES II

BLUE / YELLOW

1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 RED

0 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 GREEN

1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 BLUE

0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 CYAN

1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 MAGENTA

0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1

FADES TO WHITE

YELLOW

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DIPs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

DMX Modes

DMX Mode

RGB 0 0 0

DMX Mode HSI 1 0 0

DMX Address

1-510 x x x x x x x x x

Standalone

Modes Type Name

Standalone

ON + Master 0 0 1

Standalone

OFF + Slave 0 0 0

Standalone

Program 0-64

x x x x x x 0 0 0 x x 1

1 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 RED PULSE

0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 GREEN PULSE

1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 BLUE PULSE

0 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1 CYAN PULSE

1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 x x 1

MAGENTA PULSE

0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 YELLOW PULSE

1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 WHITE PULSE

0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 RGB PULSE

1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

PULSES

CMY PULSE

0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 RED FLASH

1 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 GREEN FLASH

0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

FLASHES

BLUE FLASH

1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 CYAN FLASH

0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

MAGENTA FLASH

1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

YELLOW FLASH

0 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

WINTERSPRINGSUMMERAUTUMN

1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 DAY-NIGHT

0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

SUNRISESUNSET

1 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

SUNNY AFTERNOON

0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1 CLOUDY NIGHT

1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 x x 1

NATURE

DAYTIME

Table 2: Stand-alone program DIP-switch settings

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If the system is powered on when you select a stand-alone program on the DIP switch, allow several seconds for the selection to take effect.

If a DMX signal is sent to the Easypix Power, it overrides any standalone program that is currently running.

Setting synchronized master/slave mode

If you are running multiple Easypix Power devices on a data link, you can synchronize action so that all Easypix Powers and the connected Easypix luminaires run the same show simultaneously.

Setting master and slave

In synchronized (master/slave) mode, the first Easypix Power on a data link must be set as the master by setting pin 12 on the DIP switch to ON and the others set as slaves by setting pin 12 on the DIP switch to OFF. The stand-alone program selected on the master Easypix Power will be executed on all Easypix Power devices.

Important! Do not set more than one Easypix Power on a link as master.

When daisy-chaining Easypix Power devices in master/slave mode, use RJ-45 connectors and CAT 5e network cable only. Do not use RJ45 to XLR adaptors.

Figure 9: Master and slave setup

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Setting up DMX-controlled operation

The Easypix Power can be controlled by sending instructions from a DMX controller to the 3 DMX channels (out of the 512 channels available in one DMX universe) the Easypix Power uses.

The first of these 3 channels is the Driver’s DMX address. You must set the Easypix Power’s DMX address as a binary number on the unit’s DIP switch and the controller must send instructions to that address and the next two channels.

To save time calculating binary numbers, use Table 3. To use this table, first find the DMX address in the main block in the table. Then read the settings for pins 1 - 5 to the left and read the settings for pins 6 - 9 above the address. “0” means “OFF” and “1” means “ON”.

For example, to set the DMX address to 101, you need to set DIP switch pins 1, 3, 6 and 7 to ON, as highlighted in the table.

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Table 3: DMX address DIP switch settings

Alternatively, use the Martin DIP Switch Calculator, available for use and download free of charge at http://www.martin.dk/service/dipswitchpopup.htm (see Figure 10).

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Figure 10: Martin™ DIP Switch Calculator

Setting RGB or HSI color control mode

To set the Easypix system to RGB mode, set DIP switch pin 10 to OFF. The three DMX channels will now control red, green and blue.

To set the Easypix system to HSI mode, set DIP switch pin 10 to ON. The three DMX channels will now control hue, saturation and intensity.

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Operation

Warning! Class 1M LED product according to IEC/EN 60825-1. Do not view the light output with optical instruments or any device that may concentrate the beam.

Ambient temperatures

The Easypix system can be operated at ambient temperatures from 5° C (41° F) to 40° C (104° F).

Status LEDs on the Easypix Power

Colored LEDs on the Easypix Power indicate current system status. See Table 4.

Indicator name Power ON DMX ON Program mode

LED color Green Green Red ON Power on DMX OK System error or high

temperature

OFF No power No DMX System OK Blinking Software uploading*

Table 4: Status LEDs

* Do not turn power off during a software upload, or you will damage software on the Easypix Power.

DMX-controlled operation

When the Easypix Power is set up for DMX-controlled operation, faders on the DMX controller are used to control color and intensity. The control method depends on which color control mode the Easypix Power is set to:

In RGB mode, three channels on the controller are used to control the intensity of red, green and blue from 0% to 100%.

In HSI mode, three channels on the controller are used to control hue, saturation and intensity.

• Hue is controlled in the following order: Red → Orange → Amber → Yellow → Green → Cyan → Blue → Indigo → Violet → Magenta → Red.

• Saturation and Intensity can be varied from 0% to 100%.

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When the Easypix Power is receiving a valid DMX signal, the green DMX LED lights.

Stand-alone operation

When the Easypix Power is set up for stand-alone operation, Easypix luminaires begin displaying their stand-alone program as soon as power is applied to the Easypix Power.

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Service and maintenance

DANGER! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before carrying out service or maintenance work on the Easypix system. Lock out power to the entire distribution system before servicing or opening any cover.

Important! The Easypix system requires regular service and maintenance to maintain reliable operation and protect the investment it represents. Excessive dirt and particle build-up degrades performance, causes overheating and will damage the Easypix Power and Easypix luminaire. Damage caused by inadequate cleaning or maintenance is not covered by the product warranty.

The service and maintenance procedures described in this section must be carried out by qualified professionals only. Any service procedures not described in this section must be carried out by the Martin Service organization or its authorized agents.

It is Martin policy to use the best quality materials available to ensure optimum performance and the longest possible component lifetimes. However, optical components in all luminaires are subject to wear and tear over the life of the luminaire, resulting in gradual changes in color rendition, for example. The extent of wear and tear in the Easypix depends heavily on operating conditions and environment, so it is impossible to specify precise lifetimes for optical components.

Cleaning

Warning! Do not use a high-pressure water jet for cleaning.

Regular cleaning is essential for luminaire life and performance. Build up of dust and dirt degrades the luminaire’s light output and cooling ability.

Cleaning schedules will vary greatly depending on the operating environment. It is therefore impossible to specify precise cleaning intervals for the Easypix system. Inspect luminaires within their first few weeks of operation to see whether cleaning is necessary. Check again at frequent intervals. This procedure will allow you to assess cleaning requirements in your particular situation. If in doubt, consult your Martin dealer about a suitable maintenance schedule.

Clean the Easypix Power and the Easypix luminaire housing and front cover with a soft cloth dampened with a solution of water and a mild detergent such as car shampoo. Take care not to damage wiring during

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cleaning. Do not use products that contain solvents, abrasives or caustic agents for cleaning, as they can cause surface damage to the housing and the front cover.

Diffuser filters

Important! Install diffuser filter sheets with the matt, textured surface facing out towards the front cover and shiny, untextured surface facing in towards the LEDs.

The Easypix luminaire is supplied with a narrow beam angle diffuser filter installed. The diffuser filter softens the output from the LEDs and alters the beam angle.

See Figure 8. Diffuser filters are available in three different beam angles: narrow, medium and wide. The diffuser filters can be ordered from Martin (see “Accessories” on page 42).

The diffuser filters are marked with notches to identify them. See Figure 8:

Figure 8: Diffuser filter identification

To install a diffuser filter:

1. Isolate the Easypix luminaire from power. If the luminaire has been in use, allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes.

2. Remove the luminaire from the DIN rail by using a 2.5 mm Allen key to release the mounting clamp screw and then unhooking the mounting bracket from the DIN rail.

3. See Figure 9. Remove the side plate screws and the side plate at one end of the luminaire.

4. Slide the front cover out of the aluminum profile housing.

5. Slide the diffuser filter out of the front cover.

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Figure 9: Remove diffuser

6. See Figure 10. Install the diffuser filter by clipping one side of the diffuser filter into one groove in the front cover, then pushing the other side of diffuser filter down into the other groove in the front cover until it clips into place.

7. Slide the front cover back into the aluminum profile housing.

8. Replace the side plate and the screws. Drive all screws gradually to the bottom. Do not over-tighten, or you will damage the thread.

9. Reapply power.

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Figure 10: Installing the diffuser filter

Fuse replacement

DANGER! Lock out power to the entire distribution system before servicing or opening any cover. Replace fuses with ones of the same type and rating only. Do not attempt to bypass a fuse.

The Easypix Power is protected by a 5.0 amp slow-blow primary fuse. If the Easypix Power is completely dead, the primary fuse may have blown.

To replace the fuse:

1. Disconnect the Easypix Power from power

2. See Figure 11. Open the fuseholder located next to the power cable entry with a flathead screwdriver and remove the fuse.

3. Replace the fuse with one of the same type and rating. Fuse ratings are listed on serial number labels and under “Electrical” on page 41.

4. Replace the fuseholder.

5. If fuses continue to blow, there is probably a fault. Disconnect the device from power and data and contact a Martin service technician for assistance.

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Figure 11: Fuseholder

Software installation

It may be necessary to upload new software (i.e. firmware) to the Easypix Power if you believe that the product has a software-related fault or if you want to update to a newer version. Software updates are available from the Martin website (http://www.martin.com) and can be installed via the DMX data link with the following items:

• The Martin Uploader application, version 5.0 or later, downloadable free of charge from the “After-Sales” area of the Martin website.

• The Easypix main software update file, downloadable free of charge from the “After-Sales” area of the Martin website (this file can be downloaded automatically from within the Martin Uploader application)

• A Martin Universal USB-DMX Interface or similar PC/luminaire hardware interface and a Windows PC.

Installing software

To install software in the Easypix Power:

1. Connect the uploader hardware to the Easypix Power data input

connector.

2. Upload the software as described in the Martin Uploader help file

or user documentation. The red “Service” LED will flash during the upload.

3. When the upload is completed, the red “Service” LED will

extinguish. Disconnect the uploader hardware and reconnect the Easypix Power to the DMX link.

4. Software uploads can fail (most failures are caused by

interference on the data link). Cycle power off and on and check that the Easypix Power resets correctly, i.e. no LED error warning appears. If an error appears, cycle power off and on again and

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check that the luminaire now resets correctly. If an error appears again, repeat the upload procedure. If the problem persists, contact the Martin Service organization or its authorized agents for assistance.

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DMX protocols

RGB Mode

Start code = 0

Channel Value Percentage Function

1 0-255 0-100%

Red

Intensity 0-100%

2 0-255 0-100%

Green Intensity 0-100%

3 0-255 0-100%

Blue Intensity 0-100%

HSI Mode

Start code = 0

Channel Value Percentage Function

1 0-255 0-100%

Hue

Red → Orange → Amber → Yellow → Green → Cyan → Blue → Indigo → Violet →

Magenta → Red

2 0-255 0-100%

Saturation

Zero (White) → Full

3 0-255 0-100%

Intensity: 0-100%

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Troubleshooting

Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy

No power to Easypix Power.

Check power and connections.

Easypix Power and Easypix luminaire are completely dead

Primary fuse blown (located in fuseholder on front panel of Easypix Power).

Isolate luminaire from power. Check fuse and replace.

Fault on DMX link.

Inspect connections and cables. Correct poor connections. Repair or replace damaged cables.

Incorrect DMX addressing.

Check Easypix Power is set to correct DMX mode.

Check Easypix Power’s DMX address and channels assigned to it at controller.

Defective Easypix Power. Have faulty Easypix Power

serviced by Martin service technician.

One or more Easypix luminaires responds incorrectly to control or does not respond at all.