Martin MX-1 User Manual

MX-1

user manual

P/N 35000077

©1999 Martin Professional A/S, Denmark.

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be
reproduced, in any form or by any means, without
permission in writing from Martin Professional A/S,
Denmark.

Printed in Denmark.

P/N 35000077, revision #990412-MA

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Parts key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Lamp installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

To install a lamp in the MX-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

AC power connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

To change the voltage setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

To install a plug on the mains lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

To rig the MX-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

DIP-switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

DMX address selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

To set the DMX address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Special settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Data connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Recommended cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

To connect the data link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Full DMX operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

1-channel DMX operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Stand-alone operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

To connect units for master / slave operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Basic service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

To clean optical components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

To clean the fan and air vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Replacing fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

To replace the main fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

To replace the secondary fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

DMX protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

MX-1 use r ma nual 3

NTRODUCTION

I

Thank you for selecting the Martin MX-1. The MX-1 is an automated profile
spotlight that empl oys a 250 watt halogen lamp. It provides strobe effects,
continuous electronic dimming, 18 color/gobo effects, a moving-mirror with 230°
of pan and 76° of tilt, adjustable focus, a 16° beam angle, and a variety of control
options.

The MX-1 is not for house hold use . It is not for c hildren: it prese nts risks of injury
due to electric shock, b urns, f alls, hi gh-in tensity li ght, and f ir e. F or safe opera tion,
read this manual before powering or installing the fixture, follow the safety
precautions listed below, and observe all warnings printed in this manual and on
the fixture. If you have questions about how to operate the fixture safely, please
contact your Martin dealer or call the Martin 24-hour service ho tline for
assistance.

1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• ALWAYS disconnect the fixture from AC power before opening the fixture or
removing any part.

• ALWAYS keep combustible materials (for example fabric, wood, paper) at
least 10 centimeters (4 inches) away from the fixture.

• ALWAYS ground (earth) the fixture electrically.

• ALWAYS allow the lamp to cool at least 5 minutes before removing the lamp
assembly.

• ALWAYS, when suspending the fixture above ground level, secure it with an
approved safety cable.

• ALWAYS refer service to a qualified technician.

• ALWAYS provide a minimum clearance of 10 centimeters (4 inches) around
the fan and air vent.

• ALWAYS block access below the work area when rigging, derigging, or
servicing fixtures.

• NEVER place flammable materials anywhere near the fixture.

• NEVER expose the fixture to rain or moisture.

4 Introduction MX-1 user manual

• NEVER illuminate surfaces within 0.3 meters (12 inches) of the fixture.

• NEVER operate the fixture if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 40° C
(104° F).

• NEVER place filters or other objects over the lens or mirror.

• NEVER stare directly into the light.

• NEVER operate the fixture without all parts installed.

• NEVER modify the fixture or install other than genuine Martin parts.

UNPACKING

The packing mat erial is careful ly d esign ed t o pro tect th e fixture duri ng sh ipmen t

- always use it to transport the fixture.
The MX-1 comes with:

• 1 3-meter, 3-wire IEC power cable

• 1 user manual

Important! The mirror assembly is secured for transport with a plastic tie.

Cut and remove the tie before use.

MX-1 user manual Introduction 5

ARTS KEY

P

1 focus lens
2 cover locks
3 air vent
4 mirror assembly
5 pan/tilt arm
6 safety cable holes
7 mounting bracket

2

8 air vents
9 AC input & main

fuse
10 DIP-switch
11 data output
12 data input
13 swivel locks
14 cooling fan

6 Parts key MX-1 user manual

AMP INSTALLATION

L

The MX-1 uses a 24V, 250W ELC halogen lamp. Two models are available, an
economical 300 hour lamp from Philips and a high-output 50 hour lamp from
Osram. Installing any other lamp may damage the fixture.

Allow the lamp to cool for at least 5 minutes before packing and moving the
fixture. To avoid possible damage, remove the l amp when shipping the fixture.

Warning! Always disconnec t the fixt ure f rom AC power and all ow it to

cool for 5 minutes before ins talling the lamp.

3

To install a lamp in the MX-1

1 Disconnect the fixture from AC power. If replacing a ho t l a m p , a l low it to cool

for 5 minutes befo re removin g the cover. The lamp cools faster with the cover
in place.

2 Release the 4 cover locks by turning them a quarter-turn counterclockwise.

Lift the cover straight off.

3 To remove the lamp, grasp it by the reflector and pull it out of the holder. Pull

the socket straight back off the metal pins. Do not pull the wires.
4 Push the socket fully onto the pins of the new lamp.
5 Gently push the lamp into the holder until it snaps into place.
6 Replace the top cover. To lock the 4 cover locks, turn them a half to a quarter

turn clockwise until you feel them cli ck.

Do not overtighten

.

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AC

Warning! For safe o perat ion, the fi xture must be groun ded (e ar thed) .
Impor tant! Check vo ltage setti ng before applying power. Do not connect

POWER CONNECTION

the MX-1 to an electrical dimmer system: doing so can damage
the electronics .

Before use verify that the fixture ’s power supply is correctly tapped for the loca l
AC voltage. The default voltage setting is printed on the serial number label near
the AC input. The “EU” version may be set t o 230 or 24 5 V AC and the “US”
version may be set to 110 or 120 V AC. Use the setting that is closest to the local
supply voltage.

4

To change the voltage setting

1 Disconnect the fixture from AC power.

Release the 4 cover locks by turning
them a quarter-turn counterclockwise.
Lift the cover straight off.

2 Locate and disconnect plug PL124 on

the back edge of the printed circuit
board. It has red, yellow, and blue
wires.

3 To select 230 V AC (EU version) or 110

V AC (US version), flip and move the

up

plug
to the

4 To select 245 V AC (EU version) or 120

V AC (US version), flip and move the
plug
connects to the

so that th e

top

pin.

down

so that the

red

bottom

wire co nnects

red

pin.

wire

red

Setting for
110 V (US) / 230 V (EU)

Setting for
120 V (US) / 245 V (EU)

5 Replace the top cover before applying

power.

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red

To install a plug on the mains lead

The fixture’s mains lead must be fitted with a grounding-type cord cap that

fits your power distribution cable or outlet . Con sult a qua lified e lectric ian i f

you have any doubts about proper installation.

Important! Verify that the feed cables are undamaged and rated for the

current re quire ments of all c onnect ed device s before us e.

• Following the cord cap manufacturer’s instructions, connect the yellow and

green wire to ground (earth), the brown wire to live, and the blue wire to

neutral. The table below shows some pin identification schemes.

Wire Pin Marking Screw color

brown live “L” yellow or brass

blue neutral “N” silver

yellow/green ground green

MX-1 user manual AC power connection 9

NSTALLATION

I

The MX-1 c an be fastened dir ectl y to a sui tabl e sur face or to a ri ggin g clam p by
means of its adjust able mo un ting brac ket and i t can be plac ed at an angl e directl y
on the stage or floor using the mounting bracket as a floor stand.

Do not lay the fixture flat on its pan/tilt arms. For maximum lamp life, do not
place the fixture directly on or beside a speaker cabinet or other source of strong
vibrations.

Warning! Block access below the work area b efore proceedi ng.
Warning! Always use a secu re me ans of s econdar y at tachment.

To rig the MX-1

1 Verify that the clamp is undamaged and can handle the weight of the fixture.

Bolt the clamp securely to the bracket with a grade 8.8 (minimum) M12 bolt
and lock nut, or as recommended by the clamp manufacturer, through the 13
mm hole in the center of the mounting bracket.

5

2 If fastening the bracket directly to the structure, make sure that the

attachment hardware is adeq uate to hold th e fixture securel y. The four 6.2 mm
holes and/or the 13 mm hole in the mounting bracket may be used.

3 Verify that the structure can support the weight of all installed fixtures,

clamps, cables, auxiliary equipment, etc.
4 Working from a stable platform, clamp or fasten the fixture to the structure.
5 Install a safety cable that can hold at least 10 times the weight of the fixture

through/over the support and through a hole in the pan/tilt arm.
6 Loosen the swivel locks and tilt the fixture to the desired angle. Turn the

swivel loc ks clockwise to tighten.
7 If a swivel lock does not tighten fully, pull the handle out, turn it

counterclockwise, and retighten. Repeat as necessary.
8 Verify that the fixture is located at least 0.3 meters (12 in.) away from the

surface to be illuminated and at least 0.1 meters (4 in.) from any combustible

materials. Verify that the clearance around the fan and air vents is at least 0.1

meters (4 in.).

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DIP-

SWITCH SETTINGS

6

This section describes how to select the control address and special setting s using
the DIP-switch on the end panel.

DMX ADDRESS SELECTION

If the MX-1 is to be used with a DMX protocol controller, then the DIP-switch
must be set to the DMX control address. The address, also known as the start
channel, i s the first chann el us ed to rec eive instruct ions fr om t he con troll er. The
MX-1 uses 6 channels for full DMX operation. For independent control, each
fixture must be assigned its own address and non-overlapping control channels.
Two MX-1s may share the same address only if they are to respond identically:
they will receive t he sa me instru ctio ns a n d ind ividual co ntrol will not be possible .

To set the DMX address

1 Select an address for the fixture on your controller.
2 Look up the DIP-switch setting for the address on page 12.
3 Set pins 1 through 9 to th e ON (1) or OFF (0) position as listed in the table.
4 Set pin 10 to the OFF position.
5 Set pin 11 to the OFF position for full 6-channel DMX operation or to the ON

position for 1-channel DMX operation.

MX-1 user manual DIP-switch settings 11

DIP-SWITCH ADDRESS TABLE

Find the address in the table below. Read the settings for pins 1 - 5 to the left and

read the settings for pins 6 - 9 above the address. “0” means OFF and “1” means

ON.

Impor tant! P ins 1 0 and 11 must be O FF for fu ll DMX control. P in 10 must

be OFF and pin 11 must be ON for 1-channel DMX co ntrol.

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3 4 3 3 3 5 67 99 <; 463 495 4<7 559 58; 5<3 655 687 6;9 74; 783 7;5
4 4 3 3 3 6 68 9: << 464 496 4<8 55: 58< 5<4 656 688 6;: 74< 784 7;6
3 3 4 3 3 7 69 9; 433 465 497 4<9 55; 593 5<5 657 689 6;; 753 785 7;7
4 3 4 3 3 8 6: 9< 434 466 498 4<: 55< 594 5<6 658 68: 6;< 754 786 7;8
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12 DIP-switch settings MX-1 user manual

SPECIAL SETTINGS

The DIP-switch is used to select special personality options when the fixture is
operated in stand-alone and master/slave mode .

Lamp life can be extended beyond th e state d average hours by reducing the l amp
voltage slightly. Set DIP-switch pin 12 to ON for longer lamp l ife, or OF F fo r fu ll
output intensity.

Impor tant! Pin 10 must be ON to en able spec ial se tting s on p ins 1 - 9.

Pin Setting Effect

ON Music trigger

1

OFF Automatic trigger
ON Stand-alone “master” fixture

2

OFF Stand-alone “slave” fixture

3 ON/OFF Reserved, no effect

ON Slow mirror movement (set on m a ster fixture)

4

OFF Fast mirror movement
ON Wide mirror movement (set on master fixture)

5

OFF Narrow mirror movement
ON Ra ndom effect wheel position (set on slave fixture)

6

OFF Effect whee l pos ition same as master
ON Inverted effect wheel posit io n (set on slave fixture)

7

OFF Normal effect wheel po si t ion
ON Inverted tilt (set on slave fixture)

8

OFF Normal tilt
ON Inverted pan (set on slave fixture)

9

OFF Normal pan
ON Enable special settin gs with pins 1 - 9

10

OFF Enable DMX address with pins 1 - 9
ON 1-channel mode on

11

OFF 1-channel mode off
ON Reduced power / longer lamp life

12

OFF Full power / maximum intensity

MX-1 user manual DIP-switch settings 13

ATA CONNECTION

D

This section describes how to connect fixtures to a controller.

RECOMMENDED CABLE

A reliable da ta c o nnection begins with the right ca ble . Sta n da r d m ic r op ho ne ca b l e

cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long runs. For best results, use cable

specifically designed for RS-485 applications. Your Martin dealer can supply high

quality cable in various lengths.

CONNECTIONS

The MX-1’s XLR data sockets are wired with pin 1 to g round, pin 2 to signal -

(cold), and pin 3 to signal + (hot). This is the standard pin assignment for DMX

devices.

7

One or more adaptor cables may be required to connect the MX-1 to the controller

and/or other lights because many devices have 5-pin connectors and others may

have reversed signal polarity, that is, pin 2 hot and pin 3 cold.

5-pin to 3-pin

Adaptor

Male Female

1
2
3
4
5

P/N 11820005

1
2
3

3-pin to 5-pin

Adaptor

Male Female

1
2
3

P/N 11820004

1
2
3
4
5

3-pin to 3-pin

Phase-Reversing

Adaptor

Male Female

1
2
3

P/N 11820006

1
2
3

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To connect the data link

1 Connect a data cable to the controller’s data output. If controller has a 5-pin

female data output, use a 5-pin male to 3-pin female adaptor cable (P/N

11820005).

2 Lead the data cable from the controller to the first fixture. Plug the cable into

the fixture’s data input.

3 Connect the output of the fixture closest to the controller to the input of the

next fixture. If connecting to a fixture with reversed-polarity (pin 3 cold),
insert a phase-reversing cable between the two fixtures.

4 Continue connecting fixtures output to input. Up to 32 devices may be

connected on a serial link.

5 Terminate the link by inserting a male termination plug (P/N 91613017) into

the data output of the last fixture. A termination plug is simply an XLR
connector with a 120 ohm, 0.25 W resistor soldered across pins 2 and 3.

Male

Male XLR

1
2

120

3

P/N 91613017

Female

Termination PlugTermination Plug

Female XLR

1
2

120

3

P/N 91613018

MX-1 user manual Data connection 15

PERATION

O

FULL DMX OPERATION

For DMX operation, the MX-1 must be connected to a DMX controller as

described under “Data connection” on page 14 and its DIP-switch must be set to

the control address as described on page 11.

DMX CHANNEL DESCRIPTION

See also the DMX protocol on page 21.

Channel 1 controls the light intensity and the strobe rate. It also allows you to

execute a “stand-alone” program with random pan/tilt movement using automatic

or music trigger.

All mechanical effects are reset to a home position when the fixture is powered

up; they can also be reset from the controller by sending a reset command on

channel 1.

8

Channel 2 is not used by the MX-1.

Channel 3 controls the position of the color /gobo effect wheel. When set to full

(DMX 255, 100 percent), the wheel moves to random positions using the trigger

selected on channel 1.

The mirror position, pan and tilt, is controlled on channels 4 and 5.

Channel 6 controls pan and tilt speed, allowing you to vary the movement speed

with controllers without cross-fade times. If your controller has cross-faders, and

you use them, then set channel 6 to the “tracking” speed (DMX 0, 0 percent).

1-CHANNEL DMX OPERATION

The MX-1 may be ope rated i n singl e-chann el mode with t he opti onal M C-1 or

any DMX controller connected as described on page 14. If using the MC-1

controller, set the DMX address to channel 1. If using a DMX controller, any

channel ma y be assigned and set using DIP-switch pins 1 - 9.

The DIP-switch must be set with pin 10 off and pin 11 ON. Lamp power can be

set with pin 12 (see page 13).

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The single-channel controllable functions are shown below.

DMX value Percent Function

0 - 10
11 - 20
21 - 80

81 - 115
116 - 140
141 - 175
176 - 210
211 - 255

0 - 4
5 - 7

8 - 31
32 - 45
46 - 55
56 - 68
69 - 82

83 - 100

Blackout (light off)
Open (light on)
Strobe
Random action with slow music trigger
Random action wit h m edi um music trigger
Random action with fast music trigger
Random action wit h random music trigger
Manual trigger area, crossover at 240 (94% )

STAND-ALONE OPERATION

The MX-1 automatically begins to operate in stand-alone mode with music
trigger - regardless of the DIP-switch settings - if there is no control signal.

The operation of sing le and “slave” units can be modified usin g the special DIP ­switch settings as described under “Special settings” on page 13.

MASTER / SLAVE OPERATION

Multiple MX-1s can be connected together for synchronized “master/slave”
operation in which the slaves mimic the behavior of the master.

In order to operate in this mode, the MX-1s must be connected together. One
fixture must be selected to be the master (DIP-switch 2 ON) and the others must
be set as slaves (DIP-switch 2 OFF).

Important! Only 1 fixture can be the master: errors and damage can occur

if there is more t han 1 control sign al on the data link.

To connect units for master / slave operation

1 Connect the output of one MX -1 to the input of the next MX-1.
2 Connect additional MX-1s output to input. Up to 32 may be connected.
3 Terminate the link on both ends by inserting a female termination plug into

the data input of the first fixture and a male termination plug into the data
output of the last fixture. A termination plug is simply an XLR connector with
a 120 ohm, 0.25 W resistor soldered across pins 2 and 3.

MX-1 use r ma nual Operation 17

ASIC SERVICE

B

The MX-1 requires simple routine maintenance. The maintenance schedule
depends heavily on th e operating environment; please consu lt a Martin service
technician for recommendations.

Any service procedure not d escribed here should b e referred to a q ualified
technician.

Impor tant! Excessive d ust, g rease, and s moke f luid buildu p degrad es

performance a nd caus es overhea ting and damag e to the
fixture that is not covered by the warranty.

Warning! Disconne ct the f ixture from AC power before re moving any

cover.

9

CLEANING

To clean optical components

Use care when cleaning optical components. The surface of the color filters is
fragile and small scratches may be visible.

1 Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow the components to cool

completely.

2 Release the 4 cover locks by turning them a quarter-turn counterclockwise.

Lift the cover straight off.

3 Blow or vacuum away loose du st. Remove residues from lenses and filters

with a soft cloth or cotton swabs wetted with isopropyl alcohol. Regular glass
cleaner may also be used, but no residues may remain.

4 Rinse with distilled water. Mixing the water with a small amount of wetting

agent such as Kodak Photoflo will help prevent streaking and spotting.
5 Dry with a clean, soft and lint-free cloth or blow dry with comp ressed ai r.
6 Replace the top cover. To lock the 4 cover locks, turn them a half to a quarter

turn clockwise, until you feel them click.

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Do not overtighten

.

To clean the fan and air vents

To maintain adequate cooling, dust m ust be cleaned from the fan an d air vents
periodically.

1 Remove the data and power cables and stand the fixture on end.
2 Remove dust and dirt from the fan blades and vent grills using a soft brush,

cotton swab, vacuum, or compressed air.

REPLACING FUSES

The MX-1 has 2 fuses. The main fuse holder is built in to the mains input socket.
The secondary fuse is located on the printed circuit board.

Warning! Never replace fuses with one s of a differen t rati ng!

To replace the main fuse

1 Unplug the mains cable from the input socket. Pry open the fuse holder and

remove the fuse.

2 Replace the fuse with one of the same type. The fuse rating is listed on serial

number label.

To replace the secondary fuse

1 Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Release the 4 cover locks by turning

them a quarter-turn counterclockwise. Lift the cover straight off.

2 The fuse is located right behind the data input connector. Pry out the

defective fuse and replace it with one of the same rating.

3 Replace the cover before applying power.

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ROUBLESHOOTING

T

Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy

10

One or more of the fixtures is
completely dead.

Fixtures reset correctl y but all
respond erratically or not at all
to the controller.

Fixtures reset correctly but some
respond erratically or not at all
to the controller.

No power to fixture. Check that power is switched on

and cables ar e plugged in.
Primary fuse blown. Replace fuse.
Secondary fuse blown. Replace fuse.
The controll er i s no t connected. C onnect controller.
XLR pin-out of the controller

does not match pin-out of the
first fixture on the link (i.e.
signal is reversed).

Bad data link connection Inspect connections and cables.

Data link not terminated with

120Ω

terminatio n plug.

Incorrect addr essing of the
fixtures.

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

Install a phase-reversing ca ble

between t he controller and the

first fixture on the link.

Correct poor co nnections.

Repair or replace da m age d

cables.

Insert termination plug in output

jack of the last fixture on the

link.

Check DIP-switch settings.

Bypass one fixture at a time

until normal ope ration is

regained: unplug both

connectors and connect them

directly together. Have the

defective fixture serviced by a

qualif ied technician.

An effect fails to res et correctly. The effect requires mechanical

No light. Lamp missi ng or blown Disconnect fixture and replace

Lamp cuts out int ermittently. Fixture is too ho t. Allow fixture to cool.

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adjustment.

The transformer setting does not
match local AC voltage.

Contact Martin technician for

service.

lamp.

Check AC setting.

DMX

Channel Value Percent Function

1

2 0 - 255 0 - 100 Not used

3

PROTOCOL

0 - 4

5 - 154
155 - 169
170 - 229
230 - 239
240 - 249
250 - 255

0 - 11
12 - 23
24 - 35
36 - 47
48 - 59
60 - 71
72 - 83
84 - 95

96 - 107
108 - 119
120 - 131
132 - 143
144 - 155
156 - 167
168 - 179
180 - 191
192 - 203
204 - 215
216 - 227
228 - 239
240 - 255

0 - 1

2 - 60
61 - 66
67 - 89
90 - 93
94 - 97

98 - 100

0 - 4
5 - 8

9 - 13
14 - 18
19 - 23
24 - 27
28 - 32
33 - 37
38 - 41
42 - 46
47 - 51
52 - 55
56 - 60
61 - 65
66 - 70
71 - 74
75 - 79
80 - 84
85 - 88
89 - 96

97 - 100

Dimmer, Strobe, Reset

Light off
Dimmer, closed to open
Dimmer ful l op en
Strobe, fast to slow
Stand-alone, musi c t rigger
Stand-alone, aut o trigger
Reset

Color / Gobo Wheel

Open
Position 2
Position 3
Position 4
Position 5
Position 6
Position 7
Position 8
Position 9
Position 10
Position 11
Position 12
Position 13
Position 14
Position 15
Position 16
Position 17
Position 18
Position 19
Closed
Random “stand-a lone” position w/ music or auto trigger

A

4 0 - 255 0 - 100

5 0 - 255 0 - 100

6 0 - 2

3 - 255

See also “1-channel DMX operation” on page 16.

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0 - 1

2 - 100

Pan

Left to right (127 = neutral)

Tilt

Up to down (127 = neutral)

Pan/Tilt Speed

Tracking (speed function off)
Fast to slow

PECIFICATIONS

S

PHYSICAL

• Size (L x W x H).............................. 537 x 269 x 263 mm (21.1 x 10.6 x 10.4 in)

• Weight ................................................................................................ 6 kg (13 lbs)

THERMAL

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

• Maximum surface tempe rat ure........ ... ................... ... .... ... ................65° C (149° F)

CONTROL AND PROGRAMMING

• Data pin-out.............3-pin locking XLR, pin 1 shield, pin 2 cold (-), pin 3 hot (+)

• Control protocol..............................................................USITT DMX-512 (1990)

• DMX channels...................................................................................................1/6

AC POWER

• Input............................... .................. ... .... .................. .... . 3-prong IEC male socket

• Maximum power and current........................................... 265 W, 1.15 A @ 230 V

• Primary fuse, EU version........................................2.5 AT / 250 V, P/N 05020010

• Primary fuse, US version........................................5.0 AT / 250 V, P/N 05020018

• Secondary fuse........................................................2.0 AT / 250 V, P/N 05020009

B

INSTALLATION

• Minimum distance to combustible materials...................................... 0.1 m (4 in)

• Minimum distance to illuminated surfaces....................................... 0.3 m (12 in)

• Minimum clearan ce ar ou nd f a n and air vents................................. ..... 0.1 m (4 in)

ACCESSORIES

• MC-1 controller, EU ...............................................................................90718000

• MC-1 controller, US................................................................................90718100

• Osram 24V/250W ELC 50 h halogen lamp....... .... ... .................. .... .... ... .97000104

• Philips 24V/250W ELC 300 h halogen lamp..........................................97000106

• G-clamp: ................................................................................................. 91602003

• Half-coupler clamp: ...............................................................................91602005

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