MARTIN MAC Aura XB 35000280c_UM_MACAuraXB_EN_C_original.pdf

MAC Aura XB

TM

User manual

Dimensions

All dimensions are in millimeters

138

116° 116°

222

140

390

360

332

249

71

270°270°

302

Min. c/c 330

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P/N 35000280, Rev. C

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:

WARNING!
Safety hazard.
Risk of severe

injury or death.

Warning! Risk Group 2 LED product according to EN 62471. Do not view the light output with optical

instruments or any device that may concentrate the beam.

This lighting fixture is for professional use only - it is not for household use. The fixture must be installed by

a qualified technician. The safety of the installation is the responsibility of the installer. The fixture presents

risks of severe injury or death due to fire hazards, electric shock and falls. It produces a powerful,

concentrated beam of light that can create a fire hazard or a risk of eye injury if the safety precautions below

are not followed.

If you have any questions about how to install, operate or service the fixture safely, please contact your

Martin™ distributor (see www.martin.com/distributors for details) or call the Martin™ 24-hour service hotline

on [phone], or in the USA on 1-888-tech-180.

Respect all locally applicable laws, codes and regulations when installing, operating or servicing the fixture.

Install, operate and service Martin™ products only as directed in their user documentation, or you may

create a safety hazard or cause damage that is not covered by product warranties. Refer any service

operation not described in this manual to an authorized Martin™ service technician. Do not try to carry out

any such operation yourself, as doing so may present a health or safety risk. It may also cause damage or

malfunction and it may void your product warranty.

Before you install, operate or service the MAC Aura XB, check the Martin™ website and make sure that you

have the latest user documentation for the fixture. Document revisions are indicated at the bottom of page 2.

The latest versions of the product’s user documentation, including this user manual, are available for

download from the MAC Aura XB Product Support page on the Martin™ website at www.martin.com.

Follow the safety precautions listed below and observe all warnings in this manual and printed on the

product. Keep this manual for future use.

WARNING!

Hazardous
voltage. Risk of
lethal or severe

electric shock.

WARNING!

Fire hazard.

WARNING!

Burn hazard. Hot

surface. Do not

touch.

WARNING!

Powerful light

emission. Risk of

eye injury.

WARNING! Refer

to user manual

for important

safety

information.

PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK

• Do not expose the fixture to rain or moisture.

• Disconnect the fixture from AC power before carrying out any installation or service work and when the
fixture is not in use.

• Ensure that the fixture is electrically connected 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.

Safety Information 3

• Socket outlets used to supply MAC Aura XB fixtures with power or external power switches must be
located near the fixtures and easily accessible so that the fixtures can easily be disconnected from power.

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

• Isolate the fixture from power immediately if the power plug or any seal, cover, cable, or other component
is damaged, defective, deformed, wet or showing signs of overheating. Do not reapply power until repairs
have been completed.

• Connect only a cable with a Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3FX-W connector to the power input socket.
Connect only a cable with a Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3MX-W connector to the power throughput
socket. Suitable connectors are available from Martin™ (see “Accessories” on page 35).

• All power input cables used to connect the product to AC power and all power throughput cables used to
connect fixtures to each other so that they draw AC power in a chain must be minimum 14 AWG or

2

1.5 mm

, 16 amp-rated and temperature-rated to suit the application. In the USA and Canada, cables
must be UL-listed, type SJT or equivalent. In the EU, cables must be type H05VV-F or equivalent. Suitable
cables with Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 connectors are available from Martin™ (see “Accessories” on
page 35).

• If you use the correct cables and connectors as described above, you can connect fixtures to AC power in
a linked chain, MAINS OUT throughput socket to MAINS IN input socket, but do not link more than:

- three (3) MAC Aura XB fixtures at 100-120 V, 60 Hz or

- eight (8) MAC Aura XB fixtures at 200-240 V, 50 Hz.

• Do not connect devices to power in a chain that will exceed the electrical ratings of any cable or connector
used in the chain.

• Connect only other MAC Aura XB fixtures to the MAINS OUT power throughput socket. Do not connect
any other type of device to this socket.

• The voltage and frequency at the MAINS OUT power throughput socket are the same as the voltage and
frequency applied to the MAINS IN socket.

PROTECTION FROM BURNS AND FIRE

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

• The exterior of the fixture becomes hot during use. After 5 minutes of operation a surface temperature of
67° C (153° F) shall be expected, and the maximum steady state is 70° C (158° F). Avoid contact by
persons and materials. Allow the fixture to cool for at least 10 minutes before handling.

• Keep all combustible materials (e.g. fabric, wood, paper) at least 200 mm (8 in.) away from the fixture.

• Keep flammable materials (e.g. volatile liquids, pyrotechnics, fuel of any kind) well away from the fixture.

• Ensure that there is free and unobstructed airflow around the fixture.

• Do not illuminate surfaces within 1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) of the MAC Aura XB.

• Do not expose the front glass to sunlight or any other strong light source from any angle. Lenses can
focus the sun's rays inside the fixture, creating a potential fire hazard.

• Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches or fuses.

• Do not modify the fixture in any way not described in this manual or the product’s User Guide or install
other than genuine Martin™ parts. Do not stick filters, masks or other materials onto any lens or other
optical component. Use only accessories approved by Martin™ to mask or modify the light beam.

PROTECTION FROM EYE INJURY

• Do not look at LEDs with magnifiers, telescopes, binoculars or similar optical instruments that may
concentrate the light output.

• Do not operate the fixture with missing or damaged covers, shields or any optical component.

• To minimize the risk of eye irritation or injury, disconnect the fixture from power at all times when the
fixture is not in use, and provide well-lit conditions to reduce the pupil diameter of anyone working on or
near the fixture.

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PROTECTION FROM INJURY

• Fasten the fixture securely to a fixed surface or structure when in use. The fixture is not portable when
installed.

• When clamping the fixture to a truss or other supporting structure at any other angle than with the yoke
hanging vertically downwards, use a half-coupler clamp fastened to the truss chord or similar bar. Do not
use G-clamps, quick-trigger clamps or any other type of clamp that does not completely encircle the
supporting structure when fastened.

• When suspending the fixture, ensure that the supporting structure and all hardware used can hold at least
10 times the weight of all the devices they support.

• If suspending from a rigging structure, fasten the fixture to a rigging clamp with an M12 bolt screwed into
the threaded hole in the center of the base of the fixture. The bolt must protrude at least 20 - 30 mm
(0.8 - 1.2 ins.) into the fixture. If the fixture is suspended by any other method, an M12 bolt must be
tightened into this hole so that it protrudes at least 20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 ins.) into the fixture.

• If the fixture is installed in a location where it may cause injury or damage if it falls, install as described in
this manual a secondary attachment such as a safety cable that is approved by an official body such as
TÜV as a safety attachment for the weight that it secures. The safety cable must comply with EN
60598-2-17 Section 17.6.6 and be capable of bearing a static suspended load that is ten times the weight
of the fixture and all installed accessories.

• Check that all external covers and rigging hardware are securely fastened.

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

• Allow enough clearance around the head to ensure that it cannot collide with an object or another fixture
when it moves.

Contents

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

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

Fixture overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

AC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Power voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Power cables and power plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Linking fixtures to power in a chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Data link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Tips for reliable data transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting the data link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Physical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Fastening the fixture to a flat surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Mounting the fixture on a truss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Suspending the fixture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Quick-mount surface mounting bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Control panel and menu navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

DMX address setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Beam, Aura and FX control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Tailoring performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Restoring factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Operation and effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

RDM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Service and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Control menu service utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Fixture readouts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

DMX protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

FX: pre-programmed effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

LEE colors and RGB equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Onboard control menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Display messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

PowerCON TRUE1 installation instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Fixture overview

Control buttons

AC mains power

Safety cable attachment point

Display

Figure 1: Fixture overview

DMX input

DMX output

throughput

AC mains power

input

Fixture overview 7

Introduction

Thank you for selecting the MAC Aura XB™, an intelligent lighting fixture from Martin Professional™. This
compact LED-based moving-head washlight features:

• Support for HD and high-speed video camera technology

• Independent or linked Beam (primary LED array) and Aura (secondary background LED array) control

• Range of pre-programmed independent and synchronized Beam and Aura effects available via DMX that
give instant access to the full potential of the fixture

• Beam RGBW color control with color temperature control

• Aura RGB control

• ‘Color wheel’ color snap Beam and Aura effects

• Onboard control panel and backlit LCD graphic display

• Motorized zoom

• Smooth electronic dimming

• Electronic shutter with strobe and pulse effects

• Calibrated and raw modes

• DMX control and RDM fixture management

• 540° pan and 232° tilt ranges

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

Comments or suggestions regarding this document may be e-mailed to [e-mail] or posted to:
Technical Documentation, Martin Professional A/S, Olof Palmes Allé 18, DK-8200 Aarhus N, Denmark.

Using for the first time

Important! The MAC Aura XB must be protected from environmental factors such as physical
shocks and vibration during transportation and storage to a level of protection equal to that
provided by Martin brand flightcases.

Warning! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before installing, powering, operating or servicing
the MAC Aura XB. Before applying power to the fixture:

• Check the Martin Professional website at www.martin.com for the most recent user documentation and
technical information about the MAC Aura XB. Martin user manual revisions are identified by the revision
letter at the bottom of page 2.

• Carefully review “Safety Information” starting on page 3.

• Check that the local AC mains power source is within the fixture’s power voltage and frequency ranges.

• See “Power cables and power plug” on page 9. Install a Neutrik PowerCON NAC3FX-W power input
connector on a suitable power input cable (cable and connector must be ordered separately). If drawing
power from a mains power outlet, install a suitable power plug on the power input cable.

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AC power

Warning! Read “Safety Information” starting on page 3 before connecting the MAC Aura XB to AC
mains power.

Warning! Before you connect any device to the MAINS OUT socket, see “Linking fixtures to power in
a chain” on page 10.

Warning! For protection from electric shock, the MAC Aura XB must be grounded (earthed). The
power distribution circuit must be equipped with a fuse or circuit breaker and ground-fault
(earth-fault) protection.

Warning! Socket outlets or external power switches used to supply the MAC Aura XB with power
must be located near the fixture and easily accessible so that the fixtures can easily be
disconnected from power.

Important! Do not use an external dimming system to supply power to the MAC Aura XB, as this may
cause damage to the fixture that is not covered by the product warranty.

Power voltage

Warning! Check that the voltage range specified on the fixture’s serial number label
matches the local AC mains power voltage before applying power to the fixture.

The MAC Aura XB has an auto-ranging power supply that accepts AC mains power at 100V~240V,
50/60Hz. Do not apply AC mains power at any other voltage or frequency to the fixture.

Power cables and power plug

The MAC Aura XB requires a power input cable that must be ordered separately. The power input cable
must have a Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3FX-W cable connector for AC mains power input. The cable
must meet the requirements listed under “Protection from electric shock” on page 3.

Martin™ can supply either suitable 3 m (9.8 ft.) power INPUT cables with PowerCON TRUE1 input
connectors installed or PowerCON TRUE1 connectors without cables (see “Accessories” on page 35).

If you need to install a PowerCON TRUE1 connector on a power cable, see the instructions from Neutrik
that are reproduced at the end of this manual.

The MAC Aura XB can be hard-wired to a building electrical installation if you want to install it permanently,
or a power plug that is suitable for the local power outlets can be installed on the power cable.

If you install a power plug on the power cable, install a grounding-type (earthed) plug with an integral cable
grip that is rated 250 V, 16 A minimum. Follow the plug manufacturer’s instructions. Table 1 shows standard
wire color-coding schemes and some possible pin identification schemes; if pins are not clearly identified, or
if you have any doubts about proper installation, consult a qualified electrician.

Wire Color
(EU models)

brown black live L yellow or brass

blue white neutral N silver

yellow/green green ground (earth) or green

Wire Color
(US models)

Table 1: Wire color-coding and power connections

Conductor Symbol Screw (US)

AC power 9

Linking fixtures to power in a chain

You can relay mains power from one fixture to another by connecting fixtures to power in a linked
daisy-chain, MAINS OUT throughput socket to MAINS IN input socket, but you must respect the following
safety limits.

If you connect fixtures to power in a chain:

• The power input cable must be 14 AWG / 1.5 mm

• If a power plug is installed on the power input cable, it must be grounding type (earthed) with integral
cable grip and it must be rated minimum 250 V, 16 A

• All power relay cables used must be 14 AWG / 1.5 mm

2

Suitable 14 AWG / 1.5 mm
“Accessories” on page 35).

Using 14 AWG / 1.5 mm

• Maximum three (3) MAC Aura XB fixtures in total at 100-120 V, or

• Maximum eight (8) MAC Aura XB fixtures in total at 200-240 V.

power input and power relay (thru) cables are available from Martin™ (see

2

power input and relay cables from Martin™, you can link:

2

minimum

2

minimum.

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Data link

A DMX 512 data link is required in order to control a MAC Aura XB via DMX.
The MAC Aura XB has 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX data input and output. The pin-out on all connectors

is pin 1 = shield, pin 2 = cold (-), and pin 3 = hot (+). Pins 4 and 5 in the 5-pin XLR connectors are not used
in the MAC Aura XB but are available for possible additional data signals as required by the DMX512-A
standard. Standard pin-out is pin 4 = data 2 cold (-) and pin 5 = data 2 hot (+).

The MAC Aura XB is not subject to the limit of 32 devices per daisy-chained link which is common in Martin
fixtures. Instead, the number of fixtures is either limited to 256 or limited by the number of DMX channels
required by the fixtures in relation to the maximum 512 channels available in one DMX universe, whichever
limit is lower. Note that if independent control of a fixture is required, it must have its own DMX channels.
Fixtures that are required to behave identically can share the same DMX channels.

To add more fixtures or groups of fixtures when the above limit is reached, add a DMX universe and another
daisy-chained link.

Tips for reliable data transmission

• Use shielded twisted-pair cable designed for RS-485 devices: standard microphone cable cannot transmit
control data reliably over long runs. 24 AWG cable is suitable for runs up to 300 meters (1000 ft). Heavier
gauge cable and/or an amplifier is recommended for longer runs.

• Never use both a fixture’s outputs to split a DMX link. To split the link into branches, use a splitter such as
the Martin 4-Channel Opto-Isolated RS-485 Splitter/Amplifier.

• Terminate the link by installing a termination plug in the output socket of the last fixture. The termination
plug, which is a male XLR plug with a 120 Ohm, 0.25 Watt resistor soldered between pins 2 and 3, “soaks
up” the control signal so it does not reflect and cause interference. If a splitter is used, terminate each
branch of the link.

Connecting the data link

To connect the MAC Aura XB to data:

1. Connect the DMX data output from the controller to the closest MAC Aura XB’s male 5-pin XLR DMX

input connector.

2. Connect the DMX output of the fixture closest to the controller to the DMX input of the next fixture and

continue connecting fixtures output to input.

3. Terminate the last fixture on the link with a 120 Ohm resistor.

Data link 11

Physical installation

Figure 2: Risk of sunlight damage

Warning! The MAC Aura XB must be either fastened to a flat surface such as a stage or wall, or
clamped to a truss or similar structure in any orientation using a rigging clamp. Do not apply power
to the MAC Aura XB if it is standing freely or the fixture can be moved.

Warning! If the MAC Aura XB can cause injury or damage it if falls, attach an approved safety cable
to one of the safety cable attachment points on the base (see “Fixture overview” on page 7).

Warning! Check that all surfaces to be illuminated are minimum 1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the fixture, that
combustible materials (wood, fabric, paper, etc.) are minimum 200 mm (8 in.) from the fixture, that
there is free airflow around the fixture and that there are no flammable materials nearby.

Warning! Make sure that it is impossible for the moving head to collide with another fixture or other
object. Allow a minimum center-to-center distance of 300 mm (12 ins.) between MAC Aura XB
fixtures.

Warning! Do not expose the front glass to sunlight or other strong light sources.

See Figure 2. If light from the sun or other fixtures hits the front glass directly or at an angle, it can cause
damage inside the fixture or around the edge of the front glass. Strong sunlight can cause damage within
seconds! Before the fixture is exposed to sunlight or strong light, shield the front glass or point the head in
the opposite direction to the light source.

Fastening the fixture to a flat surface

The MAC Aura XB can be fastened to a stage or other flat surface. Check that the surface can support at
least 10 times the weight of all fixtures and equipment to be installed on it.

Warning! The supporting surface must be hard and flat or air vents in the base may be blocked,
which will cause overheating. Fasten the fixture securely. Do not stand it on a surface or leave it
where it can be moved or can fall over. Attach a securely anchored safety cable to the safety cable
attachment point (see “Fixture overview” on page 7) if the fixture is to be installed in any location
where it may fall and cause injury or damage if the primary attachment fails.

Mounting the fixture on a truss

The MAC Aura XB can be clamped to a truss or similar rigging structure in any orientation.

Warning! Use a rigging clamp with an M12 bolt if suspending the fixture from its base. The clamp
must be screwed into the central threaded hole in the fixture base. The M12 bolt must protrude
20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 ins.) into the fixture base.

An M12 bolt that is suitable for many types of rigging clamp is supplied with the MAC Aura XB, but
you must pass the bolt through the clamp and check that the distance the bolt will protrude into the
fixture base is within the 20 - 30 mm limits before using it. If the bolt is not within these limits, you
must find an alternative bolt that is.

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To clamp a MAC Aura XB to a truss:

Warning!

Install M12 bolt when suspending fixture.

See User Manual!

Warning!

Install

M12

bolt

when

suspending

fixture.

See

User

Manual!

Figure 3: Rigging clamp bolt

1. Check that the rigging

structure can support
at least 10 times the
weight of all fixtures
and equipment to be
installed on it.

2. Obtain a rigging clamp

such as the G-clamp,
Half-coupler clamp or
Quick trigger clamp
available as
accessories from
Martin (see
“Accessories” on
page 35). An omega
bracket is not required.

3. Check that the rigging clamp is undamaged and can bear at least 10 times the weight of the fixture.

Fasten the clamp to the fixture with a minimum grade 8.8 steel M12 bolt in the threaded hole in the
center of the base of the fixture. The bolt must protrude 20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 ins.) into the base of the
fixture.

4. Block access under the work area. Working from a stable platform, hang the fixture on the truss with the

arrow on the base towards the area to be illuminated. Tighten the rigging clamp.

5. Secure the fixture against clamp failure with a secondary attachment such as an approved safety cable

that is rated for the weight of the fixture and all attached accessories and hardware using one of the
attachment points at the edges of the base (see “Fixture overview” on page 7). Do not use any other
part of the fixture as a safety cable attachment point.

6. Check that the head will not collide with other fixtures or objects.

Suspending the fixture

In some regions, it may be legal to use two safety cables, one looped through one cable attachment point
(see “Fixture overview” on page 7) and the other looped through the other cable attachment point, to
suspend the fixture. If one cable fails, the other will provide secondary attachment.

However, this suspension method is not recommended as it will not hold the base firmly, and moving pan
and tilt will cause the fixture and light beam to swing uncontrollably. Instead, we strongly recommend
installation using a rigging clamp as described above.

Warning! If you choose to suspend using two cables anyway, you must install a minimum 8.8 grade
steel M12 bolt in the rigging clamp hole in the center of the fixture’s base. See Figure 3. The bolt
must protrude 20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 ins.) into the base. If you do not secure the base in this way, there
is a risk that the fixture may separate from the base and fall.

Quick-mount surface mounting bracket

Quick-mount surface mounting brackets for the MAC Aura XB are available from Martin in sets of five that
include hardware and safety cables (P/N 91606017). The bracket can be screwed to a surface and the MAC
Aura XB can be mounted on and removed from the bracket in seconds.

The MAC Aura XB is a tight fit in the surface mounting bracket. Make sure that the fixture is securely clipped
into the bracket and always secure the fixture with the safety cable supplied with the bracket.

Installation instructions are supplied with the brackets.

Physical installation 13

Setup

Warning! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before installing, powering, operating or servicing
the MAC Aura XB.

Control panel and menu navigation

The onboard control panel and backlit graphic display are used to set the MAC Aura XB’s DMX address,
configure individual fixture settings, read out data and execute service utilities. See “Onboard control
menus” on page 30 for a complete list of menus and commands.

Some of the commands available in the control panel are also available on-the-fly via DMX on channel 8,
the fixture control channel. See channel 8 under “DMX protocol” on page 23 for a list of the commands
available.

Using the control buttons

• To enter a menu, select a function or apply a selection, press (Enter).

• Press

• To escape a function or move back one level in the menu structure, press (Menu / Escape).

Control button reset shortcut

• Holding (Menu/Escape) pressed in and pressing  (Up) forces the fixture to reset.

 (Up) and  (Down) to scroll within a menu or adjust values.

Display panel functions

The DMX address is shown in the display panel when the MAC Aura XB is powered on and has reset.
The display panel backlighting indicates fixture status as follows:

• The display blacks out during resets.

• The display flashes slowly if the fixture is not receiving a valid DMX signal unless the control buttons are
used. In this case, the display behaves normally until the buttons have not been used for a short period,
then begins to flash slowly again.

• The display can be set to go into sleep mode via
Connecting a DMX signal ‘wakes up’ the display.

DMX address setting

The DMX address, also known as the start channel, is the first channel used to receive instructions from the
controller. For independent control, each fixture must be assigned its own control channels. Two MAC Aura
XB fixtures of the same type may share the same address, however, if identical behavior is desired. Address
sharing can be useful for diagnostic purposes and symmetric control, particularly when combined with the
inverse pan and tilt options.

The DMX address is configured using the
The highest address that you can select is automatically limited to make sure that enough channels are

available for the fixture – taking into account the mode that it is set to – within the 512 channels available in
one DMX universe.

Beam, Aura and FX control

PERSONALITY → DISPLAY in the control menu.

DMX ADDRESS menu in the control panel.

STD and EXT modes

DMX control mode is selected in the CONTROL MODE menu. The MAC Aura XB has two DMX control
modes:

STD (standard mode – uses 14 DMX channels)

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• EXT (extended mode – uses 25 DMX channels).

Standard mode

When the MAC Aura XB is set to STD standard mode, the Beam DMX channels 1 - 14 control the output of
both the Beam and the Aura. The behavior of the Beam and Aura are identical.

Extended mode

When the MAC Aura XB is set to

• Independent control of the Beam is available on channels 1 - 14

• A range of FX (pre-programmed effects with combined Beam and Aura output) is available on channels
15 - 19

• Independent control of the Aura is available on channels 20 - 25.

See “DMX protocol” on page 23 for details of the DMX commands available in the different modes.

EXT extended mode:

Recommended Beam and Aura control method

Operating the MAC Aura XB in EXT mode will give full access to the fixture’s effects. Depending on the type
of console used and the intended precision of control, we recommend that you consider creating console
libraries for the Beam and Aura either separately or in combined multi-part fixtures. Your console’s user
documentation should give details of how it handles multi-part fixtures.

Separating Beam and Aura in this way may also be useful for pixel mapping applications where only the
Aura is controlled by a media server.

For each device, a Beam and Aura ‘fixture’ will need to be patched consecutively.

Suggested setup

Beam: Use channels 1 through 19.
Beam provides control of all parameters for the main Beam and the FX section.
Aura: Use channels 20 through 25.
Aura provides intensity, strobe and color control for the Aura array. Certain FX require Aura intensity to be

above 0% to be visible. Please consult the FX documentation available on www.martin.com for more details.

Tailoring performance

Pan and tilt movement

The P/T SPEED settings set the maximum speed of pan and tilt movement. FAST optimizes for speed and

SLOW optimizes for smoothness of movement. NORMAL is a compromise between these two. The default

setting is
The

command sends pan commands to tilt and vice versa. These settings are useful for symmetrical effects with
multiple fixtures.

Cooling

FANS gives you a choice of two settings:

• The default setting

•

Whatever cooling mode is selected, a thermal cutout shuts down power to the LEDs if the fixture
temperature exceeds safe limits. If this occurs, you must reset the fixture via the control menus or via DMX,
or cycle power to the fixture off and on again.

If a thermal shutdown occurs, you are pushing the fixture to its limits. Clean the fixture, particularly the air
vents, and check that there is sufficient airflow around the fixture. Consider increasing ventilation, reducing
the ambient temperature, or switching to
persists.

FAST.

PAN INVERT and TILT INVERT commands reverse the direction of pan and tilt, and the SWAP

lifetimes for all components.

FULL maximizes cooling and reduces the operating temperature of the components in the head. It is

recommended when the MAC Aura XB is used intensively in a warm environment or in fixed installations.
Note that it will give increased fan noise compared to the other cooling modes.

REGULATED should suit use in all normal situations and ensure excellent service

FULL mode. Contact Martin for service if a thermal shutdown

Setup 15

Dimming

Output

DMX % DMX %DMX % DMX %

Output

Output

Output

Optically linear S-curveSquare law Inverse square law

Figure 4: Dimming curve options

DIMMER CURVE provides four dimming options (see Figure 4):

LINEAR – the increase in light intensity appears to be linear as DMX value is increased.

•

SQUARE LAW – light intensity control is finer at low levels and coarser at high levels.

•

• INVERSE SQUARE LAW – light intensity control is coarser at low levels and finer at high levels.

S-CURVE – light intensity control is finer at low levels and high levels and coarser at medium levels.

•

Whichever
settings:

FAST is the default setting. It gives a virtually instantaneous reaction when you dim from one intensity to

•
another, but dimming slowly from one intensity to another may appear slightly uneven.

• The
dimming changes slightly. This makes it ideal for slow, smooth dimming, but a short time-lag may be
noticeable if you try to dim quickly from one intensity to another.

DIMMER CURVE option you select, you can choose between FAST or SMOOTH dimming

SMOOTH setting gives smoother dimming during slow changes in intensity, but it limits the speed of

Restoring factory default settings

The MAC Aura XB factory default settings can be restored by applying a FACTORY DEFAULT → LOAD
command.

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Operation and effects

Warning! Read “Safety Information” starting on page 3 before installing, powering, operating or
servicing the MAC Aura XB.

See “DMX protocol” on page 23 for a full list of the DMX channels and values required to control the
different effects.

Effects

Beam and Aura

The MAC Aura XB has two LED arrays:

• The Beam: the LEDs that provide the main output, and

• The Aura: the secondary LEDs that illuminate the front of the head, provide local diffuse light output and
can be set to contrast with the Beam output.

See “Beam, Aura and FX control” on page 14 for full details of these modes and how to set them up.

Shutter effect

The electronic ‘shutter’ effect available for the Beam and the Aura provides instant open and blackout,
variable speed regular and random strobe and opening/closing pulse effects as well as burst and sine wave
effects.

Dimming

Beam and Aura intensity can be adjusted 0 - 100% using electronic dimming. See the available dimming
curve options in “Dimming” on page 16.

Zoom

The Beam can be zoomed from 53° to 11° one-tenth peak angles.
Aura output is automatically dimmed as the zoom approaches maximum. There is a linear dimming curve

from normal Aura output when the Beam is at 90% zoom, to zero Aura output when the Beam is at
maximum (narrow) zoom.

Pan and tilt

The MAC Aura XB’s moving head can be panned through 540° and tilted through 232°. The speed of pan/tilt
movement can be adjusted on the DMX fixture control channel 8 and in the fixture’s onboard control panel.

EXT and STD control modes offer fine control of pan and tilt. In each case, the main control channel

Both
sets the first 8 bits (the most significant byte or MSB), and the fine channel sets the second 8 bits (the least
significant byte or LSB) of the 16-bit control byte. In other words, the fine channel works within the position
set by the main channel.

Controlling color

Color wheel effects

The electronic virtual color wheel effects available for the Beam and the Aura give the convenience and feel
of a mechanical color wheel and let you snap between 33 different full LEE-referenced color presets. You
can also scroll continuously forwards or backwards through the colors or display random colors at variable
speed.

The approximate RGB equivalents of the ‘color wheel’ colors are given in “LEE colors and RGB equivalents”
on page 29.

Operation and effects 17

Color wheel priority

The color wheel effect channels for the Beam and Aura have priority and override any color set on the Beam
RGBW channels or on the Aura RGB channels. To use the RGBW and RGB channels, you must set the
color wheel effect channel for Beam or Aura respectively to a DMX value from 000 - 009. If you set either
color wheel channel to a DMX value above 009, the color wheel effect overrides RGBW or RGB control.

RGBW and RGB control

RGBW (in raw mode) or RGB (in calibrated mode) color control is available for the Beam and RGB control is
available for the Aura.

To obtain consistent color output at different intensities, do not use the RGBW or RGB channels to control
overall intensity. Instead, set the desired color on the RGBW or RGB channels, then use the dedicated
Beam dimmer and Aura dimmer channels to control intensity.

CTC (Color Temperature Control)

CTC is available for the Beam on the CTC channel 14. Setting this channel to DMX value 20 or above allows
you to adjust the Beam’s overall color temperature, i.e. the color that has been set using the ‘color wheel’
channel or the RGBW channels. Note that the more saturated the color, the less it will be affected by
adjustments in color temperature. The biggest CTC variation is available when displaying white.

Overall color temperature can be varied from 10 000 - 2500 K.
In calibrated mode, CTC affects the available color spectrum and maximum output slightly. To obtain the full

color and output ranges, disable CTC by setting the CTC channel to zero.

Calibrated and raw color output

The color control modes are available in the

COLOR MODE menu:

• COLOR MODE → RGB is a calibrated mode that gives the best-matched color gamut across multiple
MAC Aura XB fixtures. To achieve this, it limits very slightly the levels of saturation that are possible.

In RGB mode, the Beam has color wheel and RGB options available. In RGB control, the Beam’s white
LED control channel has no effect. White output is added to the Beam’s calibrated RGB output
automatically as required to increase intensity. Setting all three colors to 100% intensity gives 100%
intensity white, with the white LEDs at their calibrated maximum.

COLOR MODE → EXTENDED is a calibrated mode that allows deeper saturation than in RGB mode, but

•
the exact hues of more saturated color may be less evenly matched across MAC Aura XB fixtures than in
RGB mode. The white spot is calibrated across fixtures.

COLOR MODE → RAW allows all LEDs to be operated to the maximum output level of the standard MAC

•
Aura so that MAC Aura XB and standard MAC Aura fixtures can be controlled together. As RAW mode is
uncalibrated, color and white output can vary slightly between fixtures.

In RAW mode, the Beam has color wheel effect and RGBW options available. In RGBW control, the
Beam’s white LED control channel must be adjusted to control white output.

FX: pre-programmed Beam and Aura effects

A library of pre-programmed effects in which Beam and Aura output can be independent or synchronized is
available via DMX. These effects are simply called FX in this manual and in the fixture menus. The library is
available twice in the DMX channel layout with identical functions and effects, and two different FX can be
combined and run simultaneously with one ‘superimposed’ over the other.

See “FX: pre-programmed effects” on page 28 for an overview of the FX available. The MAC Aura XB
Product Support page on www.martin.com features a downloadable detailed description of the parameters
adjusted and algorithms applied in the different FX.

Effects are selected using the FX select DMX channels 15 and 17. Where modification is possible, the
selected FX can be modified using its FX adjust channel. Modifications can include speed, amount, offset,
smoothness, etc. depending on the FX selected.

FX Sync and Random operation

The FX system uses a dedicated internal synchronization clock. If two different FX that repeat in cycles are
activated, the FX Sync DMX channel 19 can be used to synchronize them. When two FX are synchronized,
the repeat cycle of FX2 is adjusted to ensure that FX2 arrives at the end of a cycle and starts to repeat the
cycle at the same time as FX1.

If one FX with a short repeat cycle is combined with another FX with a long repeat cycle, the short FX can
repeat twice or more in the time it takes the long FX to repeat once. But if two FX with different repeat cycles
are synchronized, the short cycle is adjusted so that it arrives at the end of a cycle at the same time as the
long cycle.

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RDM

Sync shift

The sync shift option modifies FX synchronization so that FX2 runs with a time offset. This means that the
FX2 cycle start point is delayed relative to FX1, but the amount of the delay remains constant.

Random operation

Selecting random operation makes random changes in the duration of those FX effects that have repeat
cycles. This means that some cycles are shorter and some cycles are longer in a random pattern.

The random sync option changes the duration of FX repeat cycles in a random pattern. Cycle duration is
random, but it is always changed by the same amount for FX1 and FX2 so that FX remain synchronized.
The overall speed of this synchronized effect is controlled on channel 16.

The random no sync option changes the duration of FX effect cycles in a random pattern, and FX1 and
FX2 are not synchronized. The speed of FX1 and FX2 effects are controlled independently on channels 16
and 18 respectively.

FX priority and overriding

If an FX is activated, it overrides any other settings for the parameters that the FX modifies. For example, an
FX that modifies the zoom will override any zoom angle set on the zoom channel (DMX channel 3).

If the same FX is selected on both the FX1 select and FX2 select channels, only the FX1 adjust channel is
active. The FX2 adjust channel is ignored.

If different FX are selected on the FX1 select and FX2 select channels, FX2 is superimposed onto FX1 and
FX2 overrides FX1 whenever both FX modify the same parameter.

RDM (Remote Device Management) is implemented in the MAC Aura XB and RDM communication is
possible over the DMX data link. As provided for in the ANSI/ESTA E1.20 RDM protocol, the fixture can
send information about its RDM-accessible parameters to an RDM control device.

Operation and effects 19

Service and maintenance

Warning ! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before servicing the MAC Aura XB.

Warning! Disconnect the fixture from AC mains power and allow to cool for at least 10
minutes before handling. Do not view the light output from less than 8.3 meters (27 ft. 3
inches) without shade 4-5 welding goggles. Be prepared for the fixture to light suddenly if
connected to power.

Warning! Refer any service operation not described in this user manual to a qualified
service technician.

Important! Excessive dust, smoke fluid, and particle buildup degrades performance, causes
overheating and will damage the fixture. Damage caused by inadequate cleaning or maintenance is
not covered by the product warranty.

The user will need to clean the MAC Aura XB periodically, and it is also possible for the user to update the
fixture’s software. All other service operations on the MAC Aura XB must be carried out by Martin
Professional or its approved service agents.

Installation, on-site service and maintenance can be provided worldwide by the Martin Professional Global
Service organization and its approved agents, giving owners access to Martin’s expertise and product
knowledge in a partnership that will ensure the highest level of performance throughout the product’s
lifetime. Please contact your Martin supplier for details.

It is Martin policy to apply the strictest possible calibration procedures and use the best quality materials
available to ensure optimum performance and the longest possible component lifetimes. However, LEDs are
subject to wear and tear over the life of the product, resulting in gradual changes in color and overall
brightness over many thousands of hours of use. The extent of wear and tear depends heavily on operating
conditions and environment, so it is impossible to specify precisely whether and to what extent LED
performance will be affected. However, you may eventually need to ask Martin Professional to replace LEDs
if their characteristics are affected by wear and tear after an extended period of use and if you require
fixtures to perform within very precise optical and color parameters.

The manufacturer’s LED lifetime data is based on performance under the manufacturer’s test conditions. As
with all LEDs, the gradual reduction in luminous output will be accelerated when LEDs are used in a fixture,
where conditions are much tougher than in manufacturer’s testing. To maximize LED lifetimes, keep the
ambient temperature as low as possible and drive the LEDs no harder and for no longer than necessary.

Cleaning

Cleaning schedules for lighting fixtures vary greatly depending on the operating environment. It is therefore
impossible to specify precise cleaning intervals for the MAC Aura XB. Environmental factors that may result
in a need for frequent cleaning include:

• Use of smoke or fog machines.

• High airflow rates (near air conditioning vents, for example).

• Presence of cigarette smoke.

• Airborne dust (from stage effects, building structures and fittings or the natural environment at outdoor
events, for example).

If one or more of these factors is present, inspect fixtures within their first 100 hours 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.

Use gentle pressure only when cleaning, and work in a clean, well-lit area. Do not use any product that
contains solvents or abrasives, as these can cause surface damage.

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Warning! Disconnect from power and allow to cool before cleaning.

To clean the fixture:

1. Disconnect the fixture from power and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes.

2. Vacuum or gently blow away dust and loose particles from the outside of the fixture and the air vents at

the back and sides of the head and in the base with low-pressure compressed air.

3. Clean the LED lens array in the front of the head by wiping gently with a soft, clean lint-free cloth

moistened with a weak detergent solution. Do not rub the surface hard: lift particles off with a soft
repeated press. Dry with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth or low-pressure compressed air. Remove stuck
particles with an unscented tissue or cotton swab moistened with glass cleaner or distilled water.

4. Check that the fixture is dry before reapplying power.

Control menu service utilities

Functions test

The TEST feature provides four test routines that can be executed without a controller, allowing testing of
pan/tilt and zoom, LEDs and display separately or together.

Pan and tilt calibration

Pan and tilt on the MAC Aura XB are calibrated at the factory so that movement is identical in multiple
fixtures. Adjustment should not be necessary initially, but over a period of use fixtures may gradually lose
calibration. If re-calibration is necessary:

1. Pan calibration is easiest when multiple fixtures are stacked vertically. To calibrate, set tilt positions for

easy one-over-the-other comparison and set each fixture to the same pan DMX value. Select one fixture
to be the reference fixture. On that fixture, select
press . Wait for the fixture to move to its pan calibration position.

2. On each of the other fixtures, select

for the head to move to the pan calibration position, then adjust the pan offset using the  and

buttons as necessary to align the beam with the reference beam. Press  to save the setting,

then to exit.

3. Tilt calibration is easiest when multiple fixtures are arranged side-by-side horizontally. To calibrate, set

pan positions for easy side-by-side comparison. Select one fixture to be the reference fixture. On that
fixture, select
to its tilt calibration position.

4. On each of the other fixtures, select

for the head to move to the tilt calibration position, then adjust the tilt offset using the

SERVICE → CALIBRATION → TILT OFFSET and press . Wait for the fixture to move

buttons as necessary to align the beam with the reference beam. Press  to save the setting,

then to exit.

SERVICE → CALIBRATION → PAN OFFSET and

SERVICE → CALIBRATION → PAN OFFSET and press . Wait

SERVICE → CALIBRATION → TILT OFFSET and press . Wait

 and

Software upload

The MAC Aura XB is loaded with both software (that can be installed and updated by the user) and firmware
(that is internal and accessible to Martin Service and its authorized partners only). Software updates are
available from the Martin website and can be installed with a PC and Martin USB Duo DMX Interface box
that can upload software to one fixture at a time.

The following are required in order to install software:

• The latest version of the MAC Aura XB software, available for download free of charge from the Product
Support area of the Martin website at http://www.martin.com

• A PC running Windows 7 and Vista 32/64-bit and Windows XP SP3 32-bit

• The Windows-based Martin Uploader application available for download free of charge from the
Downloads Area of the Martin website at http://www.martin.com

• Martin USB Duo DMX Interface Box with its supplied cables.

Installing software: normal method

1. Connect the Uploader hardware to a MAC Aura XB fixture's data input connector.

2. Upload the fixture software as described in the uploader’s help file or user documentation.

3. Disconnect the Uploader hardware and reconnect the fixture to the DMX link.

4. Cycle power off and on. Check that the fixture resets correctly. If an error message appears in the

display, cycle power off and on again and check that the fixture now resets correctly.

Service and maintenance 21

Fixture readouts

DMX input signal

The DMX LIVE menu lets you view the DMX values received on each channel in the mode – STD or EXT –
it is currently set to. If the fixture does not behave as expected, reading the DMX values can help you
troubleshoot the problem.

Fixture status

The MAC Aura XB gives fixture status readouts in the INFO menu:

• Current software/firmware version information.

• Temperature readouts from the main PCB as well as the Beam LED and Aura LED PCBs. In each case,
you can view the current temperature and the maximum temperature reached since the readout was last
reset. The maximum temperatures can be reset individually. The
resettable.

• Power on hours. You can view the number of hours since the resettable counter was last reset or the total
number of hours since manufacture. You can also reset the resettable counter to zero.

• The manufacturer’s serial number and the fixture’s RDM ID number.

Display messages

If an error occurs, the MAC Aura XB gives fixture status readouts in the display. See “Display messages” on
page 32.

MAX temperature counters are not

Lubrication

In general, the MAC Aura XB does not require lubrication. However, depending on use conditions, the
moving parts in the pan and tilt mechanisms may eventually require reapplication of lubricant. Excessive
noise during pan/tilt movement is a sign that lubrication may be required. This operation can be carried out
by a Martin service partner if necessary.

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DMX protocol

Channel

Std.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Ext.

DMX

value Percent Function

Beam electronic shutter effect

0 - 19
20 - 24
25 - 64
65 - 69
70 - 84
85 - 89

90 - 104
105 - 109
110 - 124
125 - 129
130 - 144
145 - 149
150 - 164
165 - 169
170 - 184
185 - 189
190 - 204
205 - 209
210 - 224
225 - 229
230 - 244
245 - 255

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 7

8 - 9
10 - 25
26 - 27
28 - 33
34 - 35
36 - 41
42 - 43
44 - 49
50 - 51
52 - 57
58 - 59
60 - 65
66 - 67
68 - 73
74 - 75
76 - 81
82 - 83
84 - 89
90 - 91
92 - 97

98 - 100

Shutter closed
Shutter open
Strobe 1 (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 2: opening pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 3: closing pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 4: random strobe (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 5: random opening pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 6: random closing pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 7: burst pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 8: random burst pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 9: sine wave (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 10: burst (fast → slow)
Shutter open

Beam dimmer

0 → 100% intensity

Zoom

Wide → narrow

Pan

Pan 0° - 540°

Pan fine

Pan fine adjustment (Least Significant Byte)

Tilt

Tilt 0° - 232°

Tilt fine

Tilt fine adjustment (Least Significant Byte)

Fade

status

Snap 22

Fade 0

Fade 255

Fade 128

Fade 32768

Fade 128

Fade 32768

Default

value

Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol

DMX protocol 23

Channel

Std.

8

Ext.

DMX

value Percent Function

Fixture control settings

0 - 9
10 - 14
15 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 - 59
60 - 64
65 - 69
70 - 74
75 - 89
90 - 94

95 - 99

100 - 104

105 - 109
110 - 114
115 - 119

120 - 124
125 - 129
130 - 134
135 - 249
250 - 255

0 - 3
4 - 5

6 - 13
14 - 15
16 - 17
18 - 19
20 - 21
22 - 23
24 - 25
26 - 27
28 - 33
34 - 35

36 - 37

38 - 40

41 - 42
43 - 44
45 - 46

47 - 48
49 - 50
51 - 52
53 - 97

98 - 100

No function

Reset entire fixture

No function

PTSP = NORM
PTSP = FAST
PTSP = SLOW

No function

Fan mode FULL

No function

Fan mode REGULATED

No function

RGB color mode: fully calibrated color output, same gamut for
all MAC Aura XBs

EXTENDED color mode: calibrated white point with extended
color saturation, saturated colors may not be exactly identical
RAW color mode: compatible with standard MAC Aura fixtures,
max. output set to standard MAC Aura level

No function

Fast dimming: speed of intensity changes unrestricted

No function

Smooth dimming: speed of intensity changes restricted
slightly

No function

Video dimming: instant intensity changes, optimized for video

No function

Illuminate display

1

If DMX Reset is disabled in the menu, a reset command can
only be executed if channel 2 is set to 232 and channel 1 is set
to zero. These values need to be held for 5 seconds before
feature is activated. Values must be "snapped to" to function.

2

Menu override: setting unaffected by power off/on.

3

Value must be held for 3 seconds to activate. Setting
unaffected by power off/on.

Fade

status

1

2

2

2

2

2

3

3

3

2

2

Snap 0

Default

value

Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol

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Channel

Std.

Ext.

9

10

11

12

13

14

-15

-16

-17

DMX

value Percent Function

Beam color wheel effect

0 - 9

10 - 14
15 - 19
20 - 24
25 - 29
30 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 - 59
60 - 64
65 - 69
70 - 74
75 - 79
80 - 84
85 - 89
90 - 94

95 - 99
100 - 104
105 - 109
110 - 114
115 - 119
120 - 124
125 - 129
130 - 134
135 - 139
140 - 144
145 - 149
150 - 154
155 - 159
160 - 164
165 - 169
170 - 174
175 - 179

180 - 201
202 - 207
208 - 229
230 - 234

235 - 239
240 - 244
245 - 249
250 - 255

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 19

20 - 255

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 2

3- 4
4 - 5
6 - 7
8 - 9

10 - 11
12 - 13
14 - 15
16 - 17
18 - 19
20 - 21
22 - 23
24 - 25
26 - 27
28 - 29
30 - 31
32 - 33
34 - 35
36 - 37
38 - 39
40 - 41
42 - 43
44 - 45
46 - 47
48 - 49
50 - 51
52 - 53
54 - 55
56 - 57
58 - 59
60 - 61
62 - 63
64 - 65
66 - 67
68 - 69

70 - 78
79 - 80
81 - 89
90 - 91

92 - 93
94 - 95
96 - 97

98 - 100

0 - 7

8 - 100

Open. RGBW color mixing enabled
LEE 790 - Moroccan pink
LEE 157 - Pink
LEE 332 - Special rose pink
LEE 328 - Follies pink
LEE 345 - Fuchsia pink
LEE 194 - Surprise pink
LEE 181 - Congo Blue
LEE 071 - Tokyo Blue
LEE 120 - Deep Blue
LEE 079 - Just Blue
LEE 132 - Medium Blue
LEE 200 - Double CT Blue
LEE 161 - Slate Blue
LEE 201 - Full CT Blue
LEE 202 - Half CT Blue
LEE 117 - Steel Blue
LEE 353 - Lighter Blue
LEE 118 - Light Blue
LEE 116 - Medium Blue Green
LEE 124 - Dark Green
LEE 139 - Primary Green
LEE 089 - Moss Green
LEE 122 - Fern Green
LEE 738 - JAS Green
LEE 088 - Lime Green
LEE 100 - Spring Yellow
LEE 104 - Deep Amber
LEE 179 - Chrome Orange
LEE 105 - Orange
LEE 021 - Gold Amber
LEE 778 - Millennium Gold
LEE 135 - Deep Golden Amber
LEE 164 - Flame Red
Open

Color wheel rotation effect

Clockwise, fast
Stop (this will stop wherever the color is at the time)
Counter-clockwise, slow
Open

Random color

Fast
Medium
Slow
Open

Beam red

Red 0 → 100%

Beam green

Green 0 → 100%

Beam blue

Blue 0 → 100%

Beam white

White 0 → 100%

Only available when the fixture is set to RAW mode.

Beam CTC (Color Temperature Control)

CTC disabled
CTC 10 000K → 2 500K

FX1 select

Pre-programmed effect 1 selection
(see “FX: pre-programmed effects” on page 28)

FX1 adjust, sync speed adjust

Zero → maximum

• If no sync set on channel 19, adjusts FX1

• If sync set on channel 19, adjusts synchronized FX1+FX2
speed

FX2 select

Pre-programmed effect 2 selection
(see “FX: pre-programmed effects” on page 28)

→ slow

→ fast

Fade

status

Snap 0

Fade 255

Fade 255

Fade 255

Fade 0

Fade 0

Snap 0

Fade 128

Snap 0

Default

value

Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol

DMX protocol 25

Channel

Std.

Ext.

-18

-19

DMX

value Percent Function

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 49

50

51 - 169

170 - 209

210 - 255

0 - 19

20

21 - 66

67 - 81

82 - 100

FX2 adjust

Zero → maximum

• If no sync set on channel 19, adjusts FX2

• If sync set on channel 19, has no effect

Sync (FX synchronization)

No sync

• FX1 and FX2 run through cycles independently

• Cycle duration is regular

• Channel 16 and channel 18 adjust FX1 and FX2
independently

Sync

• FX1 and FX2 run through cycles in sync

• Cycle duration is regular

• Channel 16 adjusts overall speed, channel 18 has no effect

Sync shift

• FX1 and FX2 run through cycles in sync

• FX2 is offset (delayed) relative to FX1

• Offset is adjustable from zero

• Channel 16 adjusts overall speed, channel 18 has no effect

Sync random

• FX1 and FX2 run through cycles in sync

• Cycle duration for synchronized FX1 and FX2 is made
shorter and longer at random.

• Channel 16 adjusts overall speed, channel 18 has no effect

No sync, random

• FX1 and FX2 run through cycles independently

• Cycle duration is for FX1 and FX2 is made shorter and longer
at random

• Channel 16 and channel 18 adjust FX1 and FX2 speed
independently

→

maximum

Fade

status

Fade 128

Snap 0

Default

value

Aura control

105 - 109
110 - 124
125 - 129

-20

-21

130 - 144
145 - 149
150 - 164
165 - 169
170 - 184
185 - 189
190 - 204
205 - 209
210 - 224
225 - 229
230 - 244
245 - 255

0 - 19
20 - 24
25 - 64
65 - 69
70 - 84
85 - 89

90 - 104

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 7

8 - 9
10 - 25
26 - 27
28 - 33
34 - 35
36 - 41
42 - 43
44 - 49
50 - 51
52 - 57
58 - 59
60 - 65
66 - 67
68 - 73
74 - 75
76 - 81
82 - 83
84 - 89
90 - 91
92 - 97

98 - 100

Aura shutter and strobe effect

Shutter closed
Shutter open
Strobe 1 (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 2: opening pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 3: closing pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 4: random strobe (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 5: random opening pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 6: random closing pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 7: burst pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 8: random burst pulse (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 9: sine wave (fast → slow)
Shutter open
Strobe 10: burst (fast → slow)
Shutter open

Aura dimmer

0 → 100% intensity

Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol

Snap 22

Fade 0

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Channel

Std.

Ext.

-22

-23

-24

-25

DMX

value Percent Function

Aura color wheel effect

0 - 9

10 - 14
15 - 19
20 - 24
25 - 29
30 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 - 59
60 - 64
65 - 69
70 - 74
75 - 79
80 - 84
85 - 89
90 - 94

95 - 99
100 - 104
105 - 109
110 - 114
115 - 119
120 - 124
125 - 129
130 - 134
135 - 139
140 - 144
145 - 149
150 - 154
155 - 159
160 - 164
165 - 169
170 - 174
175 - 179

180 - 201
202 - 207
208 - 229
230 - 234

235 - 239
240 - 244
245 - 249
250 - 255

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 255 0 - 100

0 - 1
2 - 3
4 - 5
6 - 7

8 -9
10 - 11
12 - 13
14 - 15
16 - 17
18 - 19
20 - 21
22 - 23
24 - 25
26 - 27
28 - 29
30 - 31
32 - 33
34 - 35
36 - 37
38 - 39
40 - 41
42 - 43
44 - 45
46 - 47
48 - 49
50 - 51
52 - 53
54 - 55
56 - 57
58 - 59
60 - 61
62 - 63
64 - 65
66 - 67
68 - 69

70 - 78
79 - 80
81 - 89
90 - 91

92 - 93
94 - 95
96 - 97

98 - 100

Open. RGB color mixing enabled
LEE 790 - Moroccan pink
LEE 157 - Pink
LEE 332 - Special rose pink
LEE 328 - Follies pink
LEE 345 - Fuchsia pink
LEE 194 - Surprise pink
LEE 181 - Congo Blue
LEE 071 - Tokyo Blue
LEE 120 - Deep Blue
LEE 079 - Just Blue
LEE 132 - Medium Blue
LEE 200 - Double CT Blue
LEE 161 - Slate Blue
LEE 201 - Full CT Blue
LEE 202 - Half CT Blue
LEE 117 - Steel Blue
LEE 353 - Lighter Blue
LEE 118 - Light Blue
LEE 116 - Medium Blue Green
LEE 124 - Dark Green
LEE 139 - Primary Green
LEE 089 - Moss Green
LEE 122 - Fern Green
LEE 738 - JAS Green
LEE 088 - Lime Green
LEE 100 - Spring Yellow
LEE 104 - Deep Amber
LEE 179 - Chrome Orange
LEE 105 - Orange
LEE 021 - Gold Amber
LEE 778 - Millennium Gold
LEE 135 - Deep Golden Amber
LEE 164 - Flame Red
Open

Color wheel rotation effect

Clockwise, fast
Stop (this will stop wherever the color is at the time)
Counter-clockwise, slow
Open

Random color

Fast
Medium
Slow
Open

Aura red

Red 0 → 100%

Aura green

Green 0 → 100%

Aura blue

Blue 0 → 100%

→ slow

→ fast

Fade

status

Snap 0

Fade 255

Fade 255

Fade 255

Default

value

Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol

Note: DMX values labeled "No function" will have no effect - the last functional value will be used.

COLOR CALIB is set to OFF in the control menus, RGBW, RGB and color wheel effect output is

If
uncalibrated. If

COLOR CALIB is set to ON, output is calibrated.

DMX protocol 27

FX: pre-programmed effects

The table below lists the pre-programmed effects that can be selected on DMX channels 15 and 17. Two
effects can be superimposed by selecting one effect on channel 15 and a different effect on channel 17.

DMX

Type

Aura Sync

Intensity FX

value Percent FX Name FX Adjust

Dimmer sync

0 - 9
10 - 12
13 - 15
16 - 18
19 - 21
22 - 24
25 - 39

40 - 42
43 - 45
46 - 48
49 - 51
52 - 54
55 - 60
61 - 63
64 - 66
67 - 69
70 - 72
73 - 75
76 - 99

0 - 3

4
5

6 - 7

8
9

10 - 15

16
17
18

19 - 20

21

22 - 23

24
25

26 - 27

28
29

30 - 38

Idle
Dimmer sync
Strobe sync
Dimmer + strobe sync
Aura color sync
Aura all sync

Reserved

Aura strobe delay

Aura strobe delay
Strobe alternate single
Strobe alternate dual
Strobe alternate triple
3-step strobe

Reserved

Intensity random alternate
Aura ramp, Beam flash
Beam ramp, Aura flash
Intensity Aura, Beam ramp
Intensity Beam, Aura ramp

Reserved

n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a

Trigger Delay
Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
n/a
Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
n/a

Aura color offset

100 - 102
103 - 108
109 - 111
112 - 114

Color FX

Zoom FX

Reserved 220 - 255 86 - 100 Reserved n/a

115 - 126
127 - 129
130 - 132
133 - 135
136 - 138
139 - 141
142 - 159

160 - 162
163 - 165
166 - 168
169 - 171
172 - 174
175 - 177
178 - 180
181 - 219

39

40 - 42

43
44

45 - 49

50
51
52

53
54 - 55
56 - 62

63

64

65

66
67 - 68

69

70
71 - 85

Aura color offset

Reserved

Hue shimmer
Saturation shimmer

Reserved

Color strobe
Color offset strobe
Aura color strobe
Aura color offset strobe
Color spikes

Reserved

Zoom / color offset

Color zoom ramp in
Color zoom ramp out
Color zoom fade in
Color zoom fade out
Reserved
Zoom ramp up
Zoom ramp down

Reserved

Color offset
n/a
Amount
Amount
n/a
n/a
Color offset on strobe
n/a
Aura color offset on strobe
Strength
n/a

Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
n/a
Speed
Speed
n/a

Table 3: FX (pre-programmed Beam and Aura effects)

The MAC Aura XB Product Support page on www.martin.com features a downloadable detailed description
of the parameters that are adjusted and algorithms that are applied in the different FX.

28 MAC Aura XB user manual

LEE colors and RGB equivalents

The table below gives approximate RGB equivalents for the LEE colors available in the standard MAC Aura
XB’s color wheel effects for the Beam (on DMX channel 9 in STD and EXT modes) and Aura (on DMX
channel 22 in

EXT mode only).

DMX Integer

Lee no. Name Red Green Blue

790 Moroccan Pink 255 235 052
157 Pink 214 134 048
332 Special rose Pink 255 000 044
328 Follies Pink 255 059 113
345 Fuchsia Pink 255 138 219
194 Surprise Pink 226 175 226
181 Congo Blue 040 001 255
071 Tokyo Blue 000 000 255
120 Deep Blue 000 078 255
079 Just Blue 000 199 255
132 Medium Blue 000 255 234
200 Double CT Blue 149 246 255
161 State Blue 137 255 227
201 Full CT Blue 213 220 222
202 Half CT Blue 219 232 175
117 Steel Blue 205 255 199
353 Lighter Blue 115 255 165
118 Light Blue 006 255 143
116 Medium Blue Green 000 255 94
124 Dark Green 029 255 000
139 Primary Green 032 223 000
089 Moss Green 075 255 000
122 Fern Green 080 232 000
738 JAS Green 108 226 000
088 Lime Green 145 194 000
100 Spring Yellow 210 255 000
104 Deep Amber 225 232 000
179 Chrome Orange 023 215 000
105 Orange 247 214 000
021 Gold Amber 255 163 000
778 Millennium Gold 255 152 000
135 Deep Golden Amber 255 108 000
164 Flame Red 255 080 000

LEE colors and RGB equivalents 29

Onboard control menus

Menu Item Options Notes (Default settings in bold print)

DMX address (default address = 1). XXX means that the

DMX ADDRESS 1 – XXX

CONTROL
MODE

COLOR MODE

PERSONALITY

FACTORY
SETTING

STD

EXT

RGB

EXTENDED Calibrated white point. Extended color saturation.

RAW

P/T SPEED Pan and tilt speed normal / fast / slow

P/T SETTING

FANS

DIMMER
CURVE

DIMMER
SPEED

DMX RESET

DISPLAY

DISPLAY
INTENSITY

ERROR MODE

FACTORY
DEFAULT

SWAP

PAN INVERT Pan inversion (reverse direction pan control) - off / on
TILT INVERT Tilt inversion (reverse direction tilt control) - off / on
REGULATED Cooling fan speed thermostatically regulated
FULL Max. cooling fan speed
LINEAR Linear dimming curve
SQUARE LAW Square law dimming curve
INV SQUARE

LAW
S-CURVE S-curve dimming curve
FAST Fast dimming with unrestricted speed
SMOOTH Smooth dimming with restricted speed
OFF Disable reset via DMX
ON Enable reset via DMX
ON Display is always on

2MIN

5MIN

10MIN

10-100 Display intensity. Default=100

NORMAL

SILENT

LOAD

DMX address range is limited so that the fixture will
always have enough DMX channels within the 512
available.

Linked control of Beam and Aura using Beam channels,
Aura copies Beam
(fixture uses 14 DMX channels)

Independent control of Beam and Aura, FX available
(fixture uses 25 DMX channels)

Color calibration mode on. Independent white control not
available for Beam (white controlled automatically by
RGB dimming)

Raw RGBW dimming, output limited to match standard
MAC Aura in raw mode

Swap pan and tilt (pan commands move tilt and vice
versa) - off / on

Inverse square law dimming curve

Display switches off and goes into Sleep mode if the
controls have not been pressed for 2 minutes.

Display switches off and goes into Sleep mode if the
controls have not been pressed for 5 minutes

Display switches off and goes into Sleep mode if the
controls have not been pressed for 10 minutes

Display errors at 100% intensity (regardless of
DISPLAY INTENSITY setting) and illuminate the
service light

Silent error mode. The error message does not appear in
the display, but the service lamp is illuminated

Return all settings (except calibrations) to factory
defaults

NB: can take up to 2 minutes to complete!

Table 4: Control menu

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Menu Item Options Notes (Default settings in bold print)

VERSION CPU firmware version

RESETTABLE Hours of operation since counter reset

INFO

TEST

DMX LIVE

SERVICE

POWER ON
HOURS

MAIN PCB
TEMP

BEAM LED
TEMP

AURA LED
TEMP

SERIAL
NUMBERS

TEST ALL Test LEDs, pan, tilt, zoom and display
TEST LEDS Test LEDs only
TEST MOTORS Test pan, tilt and zoom movement only
TEST DISPLAY Test all segments in onboard display panel
RATE XX Hz DMX transmission speed, live, in packets per second
QUALITY 0 - 100% Percentage of packets received with errors, live
START CODE 0 - 255 Decimal value of DMX start code, live

BEAM SHUT ­AURA BLUE

P/T
FEEDBACK

CALIBRATION

TOTAL Total hours of operation since manufacture
CLEAR

RESETTABLE
CURRENT Display current main PCB temperature
SINCE RESET Display highest main PCB temperature since last reset

MAX

CURRENT Display current average Beam LED temperature

RESET

MAX

CURRENT Display current average Aura LED temperature

RESET

MAX

RDM Display fixture’s RDM ID
FIXT SERIAL

NUMBER

0 - 255

ON Enable pan/tilt position feedback/correction system

OFF

PAN OFFSET Pan calibration
TILT OFFSET Tilt calibration

Reset resettable counter to zero

Display highest main PCB temperature since
manufacture

Display highest average Beam LED temperature since
last reset

Display highest average Beam LED temperature since
manufacture

Display highest average Aura LED temperature since last
reset

Display highest average Aura LED temperature since
manufacture

Display fixture’s serial number

Scrolls through DMX value received on each DMX
channel

DMX values received on FX and Aura control channels
only appear in list when fixture is set to EXT mode

Disable pan/tilt feedback for servicing (this setting is not
saved when fixture is reset)

Table 4: Control menu

Onboard control menus 31

Display messages

Message Appears when... What to do...

RST (Reset)

SRST (Serial reset) ... the fixture has received a reset command.

MEMORY ERROR ...the EEPROM memory cannot be read.

MAIN TMP SEN ERR

(RDM message: Head Temp. Error)

BEAM TMP SEN ERR

(RDM message: Lamp Temp.Error)

AURA TMP SEN ERR

(RDM message: Lamp Temp.Error)

MAIN TMP CUT OFF

(RDM message: Lamp Temp. Cut
Off)

BEAM TMP CUT OFF

(RDM message: Lamp Temp. Cut
Off)

AURA TMP CUT OFF

(RDM message: Lamp Temp. Cut
Off)

PAN FBACK ERR

TILT FBACK ERR

PAN SENSOR ERR

TILT SENSOR ERR

DRIVER CURR ERR

VOLTAGE ERR

RAM ERROR

EFFECTS TOO COLD

FAN ERROR

COLOR ERROR ...there is a driver error. Contact Martin service for assistance.

BEAM CALIB ERR

(RDM message: Color Calibration
Error 1)

AURA CALIB ERR

(RDM message: Color Calibration
Error 2)

... the fixture is indexing effects at startup. Wait for reset to complete.

Wait for reset to complete. Note that
you can set PERSONALITY
DMX RESET to OFF to prevent
accidental DMX reset commands.

Reset fixture.
Contact Martin if problem persists.

...there is a malfunction in the temperature
sensor circuit in the main PCB in the head.

...there is a malfunction in the Beam LED
temperature sensor circuit.

...there is a malfunction in the Aura LED
temperature sensor circuit.

...the temperature sensor on the main PCB in
the head measures that temperature is too
high. Power to the LEDs is cut off.

...the Beam LED temperature sensor
measures that LED temperature is too high.
Power to the LEDs is cut off.

...the Aura LED temperature sensor measures
that LED temperature is too high. Power to the
LEDs is cut off.

...there is a malfunction in the optical pan or tilt
monitoring/feedback circuit (e.g. sensor
defective). After a time-out, pan or tilt stops in
a random position.

...there is a malfunction in the electrical
indexing circuit for pan, tilt or one of the
drivers. After a time-out, the fixture will
establish a mechanical stop, and continue to
work normally.

...there is a voltage or RAM error.

...the onboard thermostat measures that the
effects are too cold.

...there is a fan or fan driver error.

...color calibration data for Beam or Aura
LEDs is invalid or there is a communication
error.

Contact Martin service for assistance.

Contact Martin service for assistance.

Contact Martin service for assistance.

Check that ambient temperature is not
too high. Check that the fixture is clean.
Check that there is free airflow around
the fixture.

Contact Martin service for assistance.

Reset fixture. Contact Martin service if
problem continues.

Reset fixture. Contact Martin service if
problem continues.

Reset fixture. Contact Martin service if
problem continues.

Leave fixture powered on to warm it up.
Contact Martin service if problem
continues or fixture is warm.

Check that fan on rear of head is free to
rotate freely.

Contact Martin service for assistance.

Contact Martin service for assistance.

Table 5: Display messages

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Troubleshooting

Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy

No power to fixture. Check AC mains power and connections.

Fixture is completely dead.

One or more fixtures resets
correctly but responds
erratically or not at all to the
controller.

Light output shuts down
unexpectedly.

Internal circuit fault.

Fault on data link.

Data link not terminated.

Incorrect fixture DMX addressing.

One of the fixtures is defective and is
disturbing data transmission on the link.

XLR pin-out on fixtures does not match (pins
2 and 3 reversed).

Fixture is too hot.

Table 6: Troubleshooting

Have faulty fixture serviced by Martin service
technician.

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

Insert termination plug in output connector of the
last fixture on the link.

Check addressing on fixture and controller.
Check fixture is set to correct DMX mode.

Unplug XLR in and out connectors and connect
them directly together to bypass one fixture at a
time until normal operation is regained. Have faulty
fixture serviced by Martin service technician.

Install a phase-reversing cable between the fixtures
or swap pins 2 and 3 in the fixture that behaves
erratically.

Clean the fixture, especially air vents. Ensure free
airflow around fixture. Check that ambient
temperature does not exceed max. permitted level.
Switch to FULL cooling mode.

If problem persists, contact Martin for advice.

Troubleshooting 33

Specifications

Physical

Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 mm (11.9 in.) across yoke

Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 mm (11.9 in.) across yoke

Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360 mm (14.2 in.), head straight up

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.0 kg (13.3 lbs.) without accessories

Dynamic Effects

Beam color mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RGBW

Aura (secondary lens array illumination) color mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .RGB

Beam color temperature control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CTC, variable 10 000 - 2500 K

Beam and Aura electronic 'color wheel' effect . . . . . . 33 LEE-referenced colors plus white, variable-speed

Beam and Aura independent shutter effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic, with regular and random

Pre-programmed effects . . Range of independent and synchronized Beam and Aura FX, two combinable

Electronic dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Independent Beam and Aura, four dimming curve options

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11° - 53° (one-tenth peak angle)

Pan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540°

Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232°

Pan and tilt speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adjustable via onboard control panel and DMX

Optics and Photometric Data

Light source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 W RGBW array system

LED refresh rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beam 1200 Hz, Aura 4395 Hz

Minimum LED lifetime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 000 hours (to >70% luminous output)*

Total luminous output (wide, one-tenth peak) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6 klm

Total luminous output (narrow, one-tenth peak). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8 klm

Video compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Designed for use with HD/high-speed video cameras

color-wheel rotation effect and random color

pulse, burst and strobe effects

*Manufacturer´s figure obtained under manufacturer´s test conditions

Control and Programming

Control options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Independent or synchronized Beam and Aura control

Control systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DMX, RDM

Control resolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-bit, with 16-bit control of pan & tilt

DMX channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14/25

Setting and addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control panel with backlit graphic display

DMX compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USITT DMX512-A

RDM compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ANSI/ESTA E1.20 RDM

Transceiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .RS-485

Firmware update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Via DMX with Martin USB Duo DMX Interface

Construction

Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Black

Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High-impact thermoplastic, flame-retardant to UL 94 5VA

Protection rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IP 20

Installation

Mounting points . . . . . . . . . . . M12 hole for rigging clamp, attachment points for surface-mounting bracket

Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Any

Minimum distance to combustible materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 mm (8 in.) from fixture

Minimum distance to illuminated surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from fixture

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor use only, must be fastened to structure or surface

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Connections

AC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3PX dual socket

AC power IN socket accepts Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3FX-W cable connector

AC power OUT/THRU socket accepts Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3MX-W cable connector

DMX data in/out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-pin locking XLR

Electrical

AC power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-240 V nominal, 50/60 Hz

Maximum power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 W

Power supply unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto-ranging electronic switch mode

Power consumption, all effects static, zero light output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <25 W

Typical half-cycle RMS inrush current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.7 A

Typical Power and Current

100 V, 60 Hz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 W, 3.8 A, PF 0.99

120 V, 60 Hz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 W, 3.2 A, PF 0.99

208 V, 60 Hz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 W, 1.8 A, PF 0.97

230 V, 50 Hz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 W, 1.7 A, PF 0.95

240 V, 50 Hz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 W, 1.6 A, PF 0.95

PF = power factor. Measurements made at nominal voltage with all LEDs at full intensity. Allow for a
deviation of +/- 10%.

Thermal

Cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Forced air (temperature-regulated, low noise, user-definable levels)

Maximum ambient temperature (Ta max.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40° C (104° F)

Minimum ambient temperature (Ta min.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5° C (41° F)

Total heat dissipation (calculated, +/- 10%) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1230 BTU/hr.

Approvals

EU safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 60598-2-17 (EN 60598-1), EN 62471

EU EMC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN 55103-1, EN 55103-2, EN 55015, EN 61547

US safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UL 1573

US EMC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FCC Part 15 Class A

Canadian safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CSA E598-2-17 (CSA E60598-1)

Canadian EMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ICES-003 Class A

Australia/NZ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-TICK N4241

Included Items

M12 bolt suitable for use with Martin™ rigging clamps

Note that power cables and connectors are not included and must be ordered separately

Accessories

Power cables

Power input cable, 16 A, 14 AWG, SJT, 1.5 mm

with PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3FX-W female power IN connector, 3 m (9.8 ft.) . . . . . . . . . P/N 11541513

Power relay cable, 16 A, 14 AWG, SJT, 1.5 mm

with PowerCON TRUE1 male OUT/THRU and female IN connectors, 3 m (9.8 ft.) . . . . . . P/N 11541512

Power connectors

Cable connector, power IN, PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3FX-W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P/N 05323416*

Cable connector, power OUT/THRU, PowerCON TRUE1 NAC3MX-W. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P/N 05343418*

*Note that the fourth digit as well as the last digit is different between these two part numbers.

Installation hardware

Set of 5 x quick-mount surface mounting brackets, wide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91606018

G-clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91602003

Half-coupler clamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91602005

Quick trigger clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91602007

Safety wire, safe working load 50 kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91604003

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Flightcase

CAUTION Possibly hazardous
optical radiation emitted from
this product.
Do not look at operating lamp.
May be harmful to the eyes.

RISK GROUP 2

ATTENTION Des radiations

lumineuses potentiellement
dangereuses sont émises
par ce produit.
Ne pas regarder le projecteur
en fonctionnement.
Peut être dangereux pour les
yeux.

GROUPE DE RISQUE 2

Disposing of this product

Martin™ products are supplied in compliance with Directive 2012/19/EC of the European Parliament and of
the Council of the European Union on WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), 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.

6-unit flightcase for MAC Aura™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91515020

Related Items

Martin USB Duo™ DMX Interface Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90703010

Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90758140

Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90758150

Ordering Information

MAC Aura XB™ in cardboard box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90232100

MAC Aura XB™ in 6-unit flightcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90232110

Specifications subject to change without notice. For the latest product specifications, see www.martin.com

Photobiological Safety Warning

The label shown on the left is displayed on this product. If it becomes difficult or impossible to read,
it must be replaced using the illustration on the left to reproduce a new label.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations - Règlement sur le Matériel
Brouilleur du Canada

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le Matériel
Brouilleur du Canada.

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Place chuck over the
cable.

Prepare cable as
shown.

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B. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

A. OPERATING INSTRUCTION

Application:
The powerCON TRUE1 system is certified as connector with breaking capacity according IEC 60320,
VDE 0625. It is intended for use as appliance couplers and interconnection couplers. It serves to
supply power to an appliance and from an appliance to another equipment. To be installed by qualified
person only.

Connector Assignment:

APPLIANCE

APPLIANCE INLET APPLIANCE OUTLET

COMBINATION

INLET OUTLET

NAC3PX

NAC3MPX NAC3FPX

NAC3FPX-ST

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Powe r OUT

Powe r IN

Powe r OUT

[0.32"]

8 mm

[0.787”]

20 mm

[0.9”]

PE 23 mm

NAC3MX-W

(Plug connector)

NAC3FX-W

(Connector)

NAC3FX-W

(Connector)

NAC3MX-W

(Plug connector)

Separate the
housing from the
bushing (cable
remain in bushing)

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B

Insert cable into the
bushing and housing.

Note: “Apply cable
pulling lubricant to
cable jacket.”

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Approval based:

Rating:
Cable Type:

Strain Relief:
Cable O.D.:

VDE

EN 60320-1/EN60320-2-2

250 V ac / 16 A

2

H05VV-F3G 1.0 mm

2

H05VV-F3G 1.5 - 2.5 mm

2

H07RN-F3G 1.5 mm
White chuck

6.0 - 12.0 mm

, Length max. 2 m

UL

UL 498 / CSA C22.2 No. 182.3

250 V ac / 20 A
SJTOW, SJOOW 3 x 12 AWG

White chuck

6.0 - 12.0 mm

C

[0.32"]

8 mm

[0.787”]

20 mm

[0.9”]

PE 23 mm

VDE (EN 60320-1/EN60320-2-2) UL (UL 498 / CSA C22.2 No. 182.3)

40 - 50 mm

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION powerCON TRUE1

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Torque Value 0.7 Nm

5.

Torque Value 2.0Nm

PRESS FIRMLY

Torx size
T8

1.

2.

4.

Wrench size
13 mm

Slide the cable into the contacts and clamp with
the screw with Torx size T8.

Wiring VDE UL

Slide chuck onto insert (1) and then both into
housing (2).

Slide the cable clamp bushing up the cable and
tighten it with the tool as shown.

(Tool available: Art. No. HTAC)

L

brown black

N blue white

green

/ yellow green

Þ

Þ

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Important: Align the chuck by positioning the
nose into keyway.

Important: Yellow O-ring to hide to achieve IP

protection (6).

6.

3.

Important:
Push and turn simultaneously.

Disassembly (open twist lock):

1. Press with screw driver to unlock

2. Turn bushing while still pressing locking.

1.

2.

CAUTION

To ensure protection
category, do not expose
the connection to
bending forces (e.g. do
not attach loads to the
cable, no free-dangling
cable windings etc.).

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