Martin RoboScan Pro 518 User Manual
RoboScan Pro 518
user manual
© 1998-2000 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 35000059 Rev. D
section 1
Introduction
RoboScan Pro 518 Safety Information ............................ .....................................4
Features ...............................................................................................................5
Accessories ..........................................................................................................5
section 2
Installation
Installing and Changing the Lamp ........................................................................6
Checking Voltage and Frequency Settings ..........................................................6
Installing a Plug on the Power Cord .......................... ...........................................7
Releasing the Pan/Tilt Lock ..................................................................................7
Rigging .................................................................................................................7
Setup for Controller Operation ..............................................................................8
section 3
Operation
Stand-Alone Operation .......................................................................................10
Controller Operation ...........................................................................................10
Focus ..................................................................................................................12
Operating with Martin Controllers ....................................................................... 12
section 4
Service and Maintenance
Adjusting the Lamp .............................................................................................13
DMX Mode Selection ..........................................................................................14
Selecting Voltage and Frequency .......................................................................15
Adjusting the Mirror ............................................................................................16
appendix a
DMX 512 Protocol
..........................................................................................................................18
appendix b
Specifications
...........................................................................................................................21
appendix c
Exterior View
..........................................................................................................................22
appendix d
DIP-Switch Table
..........................................................................................................................23
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section 1
INTRODUCTION
Thank you fo r purchas ing the Martin Ro boScan P ro 518 movin g-mirror intell igent pr ojector. It is designed, built, and programmed to be bright, reliable, safe and easy to use. With
proper setup and maintenance, the RoboScan Pro 518 will provide years of trouble-free
operation.
This manual co vers the RoboScan Pro 518 with so ftware version 6.4. The latest info rmat ion
on the RoboS can Pro 51 8 is always available from your deal er and th e Martin web site at
http://www.martin.dk.
RoboScan Pro 518 Safety Information
WARNING!
This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use.
This product pre sent s r isks of le thal or severe injury du e t o fire and hea t, e lect ric sho ck, ult raviolet radiation, lamp explosion, and falls.
fixture, follow the safety precautio ns li sted below and obs erve all warnin gs in this man ual an d
printed 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 hotline at +45 70 200 201.
Read this manual
before powering or installing the
To protect yourself and others from electric shock
• Disconnect the fixture from AC power before removing or installing the lamp, fuses,
or any part, and when not in use.
• Always ground (earth) the fixture electrically.
• Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and electrical codes
and has both overload and ground-fault protection.
• Do not expose the fixture to rain or moisture.
• Refer any service operation not described in this manual to a qualified technician.
To protect yourself and others from UV radiation and
lamp explosion
• Never operate the fixture with missing or damaged lenses and/or covers.
• When replacing the lamp, allow the fixture to cool for at least 5 minutes before opening the fixture or removing the lamp. Protect your hands and eyes with gloves and
safety glasses.
• Do not stare directly into the light. Never look at an exposed lamp while it is lit.
• Replace the lamp if it becomes defective or worn out.
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To protect yourself and others from burns and fire
• Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses. Always replace defect ive
fuses with ones of the specified type and rating.
• Keep all combustible materi als (for example fabric, wood, paper) at least 0.1 meters (4
inches) away from the fixture. Keep flammable mat erials well away from the fixture.
• Do not illuminate surfaces within 0.3 meters (12 inches) of the fixture.
• Provide a minimum clearance of 0.1 meters (4 inches) around fans and air vents.
• Never place filters or other materials over the lens or mirror.
• The exterior of the fixture can reach temp eratures up to 65° C (15 0° F). Allow the fixture to cool for at least 5 minutes before handling.
• Do not modify the fixture or install other than genuine Martin parts.
• Do not operate the fixture if the ambient t emperature (Ta) exceeds 40° C (104° F).
To protect yourself and others from injury due to falls
• When suspending the fixture above ground level, verify that the structure can hold at
least 10 times the weight of all installed devices.
• Verify that all external covers and rigging hardware are securely fastened and use an
approved means of secondary attachment such as a safety cable.
• Block access below the work area whenever installing or removing the fixture.
Features
• Remote lamp on/off
• Coated precision optics with adjustable focus
• Smooth, f ull-range dimm ing
• “Instant” blackout an d variable strobe effects up to 9 Hz
• 3-facet prism
• Frost filter
• 17 dichroic colors plus CTC filter and white (36 color combinations)
• Continuous bi-directio na l scroll color whe el
• 5 interchangeable rotating gobos
• 176° pan and 85° tilt with 16-bit microstep precision
• Works with Martin and DMX 512 co ntrollers
• Variable speed control on all functions
• Prepr og r am m ed stand-alone oper a t ion
• Music trigger using built-in microphone
• Power factor correction for low current consumption
• Overheating protection
Accessories
Your Martin dealer can provide you with the following RoboScan Pro 518 accessories:
• Optional gobo set (6 pcs).........................................................................P/N 43010007
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section 2
INSTALLATION
The RoboScan Pro 518 pack age comes complete with the following items:
• 5 meters XLR-XLR cable
• mains cable
• mounting bracke t and hardware
• this user manual
WARNING!
Disconnect the fixture from AC power before proceeding.
Installing and Changing the Lamp
The RoboScan Pro 518 is designed to use the Osram HSD 250 and Philips MSD-250/2 discharge lamps. Installing other lamps may damage the fixture. The lamp holder is preadjusted at the factory. For precise alignment, see “Adjusting the Lamp” on page 13.
To minimize the risk of lamp explosion, replace the lamp before usage exceeds 2200 hours.
Remove the 3 thumbs crews sec ur ing the lam p-s ocket assembly to t he rea r of
1.
the Robo Scan. Gently pull out the assembly.
If replacing the lamp, remove the old lamp from the socket.
2.
Holding the new lamp in a clean cloth (do not touch the glass), carefully
3.
insert it fir mly and squarely into the lamp socket.
If your fingers touch the glass, clean the bulb with a clean, lint-free cloth
4.
wetted with denatured alcohol.
Replace the lamp-socket assembly and tighten the thumbscrews.
5.
Checking Voltage and Frequency Settings
The voltage and frequency settings must match the local AC power supply! Operating at the
incorrect setting can result in poor light output, shortened lamp life, overheating and damage to the fi xture. Th e setting s are printed o n the se rial numb er labe l on the fron t of th e case.
If the voltage is not with in 5 p ercent of t he local su pply, or if the frequenc y (5 0/60 Hz) is not
the same, then the ballast and/or transformer must be rewired as described on page 15.
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Installing a Plug on the Power Cord
WARNING!
For safe operation, the fixture must be grounded (earthed).
The RoboSca n Pro 518 may be del ivered without a plug on the power cord. Following the
manufacturer’s instructions, install an ap proved 3-prong g rounding- type plug that fits your
supply. Connect the wires to the pins as listed below. If the pins are not clearly identified, or
if you have any doubts ab/out proper installation, consult a qualified electrician.
Wire Pin Marking Screw color (US)
brown live “L” yellow or bras s
blue neutral “N” silver
yellow/green ground green
Releasing the Pan/Tilt Lock
The pan/tilt assembly floats in a rubber mount in order to reduce noise. To protect the
assembly from damage during shipment, it is locked with plastic straps and 2 thumbscrews.
These must be removed before using the RoboScan !
Cut and remove the 2 plastic straps.
1.
Remove the thumbscrews from positions A1 and A2 on either side of the
2.
pan/tilt assembly and store them in positions B1 and B2.
Note: It is strongly recommended that the pan/tilt as sembly be locked for transportation by
replacing the thumbscrews in positions A1 and A2.
Carefully remove the protection foil and warning notice from the mirror.
3.
Rigging
Secure the mounting bracket to the 3 bolts located on the top of the chassis
1.
with 3 M8 self-locking nuts (included).
Verify that the clamp (not included) is undamaged and can bear at least
2.
10 times the fixture’s weight. Bolt the clamp securely to the bracket w ith a
grade 8.8 (minimum) M10 bolt and lock nut, or as recommended by the
clamp manufacturer, through the 11 mm hole in the center of the mounting bracke t.
If permanently installing the fixture, verify that the hardware (not
3.
included) and mounting surface can bear at least 10 times the fixture’s
weight.
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Verify that the structure can support at least 10 times the weight of all
4.
installed fixtures, clamps, cables, auxiliary equipment, etc.
Working from a stable platfor m, clamp or fasten the fixture to the str uc-
5.
ture.
Install a safety cable that can hold at least 10 times the weight of the fix-
6.
ture through/over the support and mounting bracket.
Loosen the swivel locks and tilt the fixture to the desired angle. Turn the
7.
swivel locks clockwise to tighten. If a swivel lock does not tighten fully,
pull the handle out, turn it counterclockwise, and retighten. Repeat as
necessary.
Verify that the fixture is located at least 0.3 meters (12 in.) away from the
8.
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.). Verify that there are no flammable materials
nearby.
Setup for Controller Operation
Connect the Serial Link
The RoboScan Pro 5 18 may be used with DMX an d Martin prot ocol control lers. The outputs on these co ntrollers are different. DMX contr ollers usually have 5-pin XLR out puts
and are wired wi th pin 2 cold (-) a nd pin 3 ho t (+). Mart in-sta ndard cont rollers h ave 3-pin
XLR outputs wired with pin 2 hot (+) and pin 3 cold (-). The Pro 518’s XLR input is configured for the Martin standard. When connecting a RoboScan Pro 518 to any DMX-standard
device, you must swap the hot and cold signals with a phase reversing cable.
Connect the controller’s data output to the RoboScan Pro 518’s input. If using
1.
a Martin-standard controller, use a direct 3-pin to 3-pin cable such as the one
included. If using a DMX controller, use a phase reversing cable, either 3-pin
to 3-pin, or 5-pin to 3-pin, depending on the output of the controller.
Continue the link: connect the output of the fixture closest to the control-
2.
ler to the input of the next fixture. Use a direct cable when connecting
same-standard fixtures. Use a phase reversing cable only when connecting a DMX-standard fixture to a Martin fixture with pin 2 hot. Up to 32 fixtures may be connected on a ser ial link.
Insert a male 120
3.
on the link. The termination plug is simply a 3-pin male XLR plug with a
120
resistor soldered between pins 2 and 3.
Ω
required for error-free communication.
XLR termination plug in the output of the last fixture
Ω
The termination plug is
Set the Address
When using the RoboScan Pro 518 with a controller, you must set the DIP-switch to the
start channel, also known as the address, which is the first chan nel the controller uses to
send instructions to the RoboScan Pro 518.
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