Martin Professional Ego X4, Ego X5, Ego X6 User Manual

Ego X Series

user manual

Ego X4 – Ego X5 – Ego X6

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ONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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

Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Data connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

General overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connections/control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Focusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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

Single-fixture operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Master / slave operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

DMX operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

DMX control address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Ego X4 DMX operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Ego X5 DMX operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Ego X6 DMX operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Basic service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Lamp maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Firmware updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

PCB layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Ego X4 DMX protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Ego X4 DIP-switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Ego X5 DMX protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Ego X5 DIP-switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Ego X6 DMX protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Ego X6 DIP-switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Ego X Series specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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NTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting a dynamic lighting fixture from the Martin Ego X
Series. Ego X4, Ego X5 and Ego X6 fixtures feature a 250 watt long-life
halogen lamp and sharp projection quality optics in a moulded composite
casing. All models feature precise focus adjustment that gives crisp
projections.

Fixtures in the Ego X Series feature a range of intelligent lighting effects
that give multiple moving light beams, patterns and colors. Full details of
the effects available in individual models are given in “Effects’ on page 14
of this manual.

All models can be controlled using DMX or operate in stand-alone mode,
where effects can be triggered automatically or by music. In stand-alone
mode, fixtures have master/slave capabilities that make it possible to
synchronize light shows with other Ego X Series fixtures of the same type
without using a DMX controller.

In DMX mode, features include twelve factory-designed macros that allow
light shows to be created quickly with minimal programming

A convenient handle and lens protection ring make for easy transport and
handling.

The most recent version of this user manual is available from the Support
area of the Martin Professional website at http://www.martin.com

UNPACKING

The packing material is carefully designed to protect the fixture during
shipment – always use it to transport the fixture.

Ego X Series fixtures are supplied with the following:

• User manual

• 3 meter (10 ft) IEC power cable with Shuko (Euro) connector

• 3 meter (10 ft) IEC power cable with US connector

• 3 meter (10 ft) IEC power cable without connector

• 24 V / 250 W long-life lamp (installed)

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AFETY INFORMATION

Warning! This product is not for household use. It presents risks of

lethal or severe injury due to fire and heat, electric shock, and
falls.

Read this manual before powering or installing the fixture, follow the safety
precautions listed below and observe all warnings in this manual and
printed on the fixture. If you have questions about how to operate the
fixture safely, please contact a Martin distributor for assistance. Refer any
service operation not described in this manual to a qualified technician. Do
not modify the fixture or install other than genuine Martin accessories and
upgrade kits.

Avoiding electric shocks

• 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 all service to a qualified technician.

• Never operate the fixture with missing or damaged lenses and/or
covers.

Protecting yourself and others from burns and fire

• Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses. Always
replace defective fuses with ones of the specified type and rating.

• Ensure that the air flow through fans and vents is free and unobstructed.

• Keep all combustible materials (for example fabric, wood, paper) at
least 0.1 meters (4 inches) away from the fixture. Keep flammable
materials 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.

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• Replace the lamp if it becomes damaged, thermally deformed,
defective or worn out, or when average service life is reached. When
replacing the lamp, allow the fixture to cool for at least 15 minutes
before opening the fixture or removing the lamp.

• Never place filters or other materials over the lens or mirror.

• The exterior of the fixture can become hot. Allow the fixture to cool for at
least 15 minutes before handling.

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

• Do not stare directly into the light.

• Never operate the fixture without all lenses and covers installed: an
unshielded lamp emits UV radiation that can cause burns and eye
damage.

• If any component, cover, shield or lens is visibly damaged, stop using
the fixture immediately and do not operate it again until the damaged
component is replaced.

Preventing injuries 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

• Use an approved means of secondary attachment such as a safety
cable.

• Block access below the work area when installing or removing the
fixture.

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NSTALLATION

AC POWER

Ego X Series fixtures have an auto-ranging power supply that can operate
in the following nominal voltage ranges at 50/60 Hz:

• 100-120 Volts AC

• 208-240 Volts AC

Installing a plug on the power cable

Your fixture’s power cable may require a grounding-type (earthed) power
plug that fits your power distribution cable or outlet. Consult a qualified
electrician if you have any doubts about proper installation.

Warning! For protection from dangerous electric shock, the fixture must

be grounded (earthed). The AC power distribution system
must have overload and ground-fault (earth fault) protection.

Important! Verify that all power cables are undamaged and rated for the

current requirements of all connected devices before use.

Following the power plug 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/earth green

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MOUNTING

Ego X Series fixtures can be flown using a clamp (available from your
Martin dealer), or fastened to a horizontal or vertical surface.

Surface mounting options

Warning! Block access below the work area before proceeding. Always

use a secure means of secondary attachment.
Do not operate the fixture without

fastening it securely to a structure or
surface.

Do not install the fixture without the
mounting bracket extended, as this
reduces the air flow to the fan and
may cause overheating.

To mount an Ego X Series fixture:

1. Check that the mounting structure or

surface can support at least 10 times the
weight of all installed fixtures, clamps,
cables, auxiliary equipment, and other
items.

2. If hanging the fixture with a rigging clamp, check that the clamp is

undamaged and is designed for the fixture’s weight. Bolt the clamp
securely to the fixture’s mounting bracket with a grade 8.8 (minimum)
M12 bolt and lock nut, or as recommended by the clamp manufacturer.

3. If mounting the fixture on a surface, install an eyebolt that can hold ten

times the weight of the fixture in the mounting surface for the safety
cable.

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4. Working from a stable platform, fasten
the fixture to the structure or surface. If
mounting on a surface, use a grade

8.8 (minimum) M12 bolt or screwbolt,
passing it through the hole in the
fixture’s mounting bracket (see
illustration).

5. Install a safety cable that can
hold at least 10 times the
weight of the fixture, passing it

through the fixture’s handle

(see illustration) and around
the mounting structure or
through the eyebolt in the
mounting surface.

Warning! Do not simply pass the

safety cable through the
fixture’s mounting bracket,
as this will leave the fixture
unsecured.

6. Loosen the swivel locks, tilt the fixture to the desired angle, and
retighten.

7. Check that the fixture is held securely.

8. Check that the fixture is at least 0.3 meters (12 in.) from the surface to
be illuminated and at least 0.1 meters (4 in.) from any combustible
materials.

Rigging clamp

Safety cable

9. Check that the clearance around the air vents is at least 0.1 meters (4
in.), and that airflow around the vents is free and unobstructed.

DATA CONNECTION

You need to create a serial data link to:

• Control fixtures via a DMX control device.

• Operate two or more Ego X Series fixtures of the same type in

master/slave stand-alone mode, where all fixtures run a synchronized
light show without a separate DMX control device.

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Creating a data link

Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy-chained in one single line,
maximum 500 meters (1640 ft.) long, with maximum 32 fixtures. To
exceed 32 fixtures or 500 meters, or to add branches, an optically isolated
amplifier-splitter such as the Martin RS-485 Opto-Splitter (P/N 90758060)
must be used.

A reliable data connection requires suitable cable. Standard microphone
cable cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long runs. For best results,
use cable specifically designed for RS-485 applications. Your Martin
dealer can supply suitable high quality cable in various lengths.

Data cable can be connected to the Ego X Series via XLR connectors on
the control panel that are wired with pin 1 to ground (earth), pin 2 to
signal - (cold), and pin 3 to signal + (hot). This is compatible with the
standard for DMX devices.

One or more adaptor cables may be required to connect fixtures to the
controller and/or other types of fixture, because some devices have 5-pin
connectors and others may have reversed signal polarity (pin 2 hot and
pin 3 cold). Signal polarity is normally indicated on the fixture.

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

Installing a data link for DMX controller operation

1. Connect a suitable cable to the DMX output of the controller. If
connecting to a controller with a 5-pin XLR output, use a 5-pin male to
3-pin female adaptor (P/N 11820005).

2. Connect the cable to the male XLR data input of the first fixture on the
link.

3. Continue connecting fixtures output to input. If connecting two fixtures
with opposing polarity on pins 2 and 3, insert a phase-reversing cable
between the two fixtures.

1
2
3

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4. Terminate the link by inserting a male XLR termination plug (P/N

91613017) into the data output of the last fixture. A termination plug is
simply a connector with a 120 Ohm, 0.25 W resistor soldered across
pins 2 and 3.

Male

Male XLR

1
2

120 Ohm

3

P/N 91613017

Female

Termination PlugTermination Plug

Female XLR

1
2

120 Ohm

3

P/N 91613018

Installing a data link for master/slave operation

Ego X Series fixtures can operate in master/slave mode with other Ego X
Series fixtures of the same type. This means that Ego X4 fixtures can
operate with other Ego X4s but not X5s or X6s, for example.

To install a data link for master/slave operation:

1. Insert a female XLR termination plug into the data input of the first
fixture. Using suitable cable, connect the data output of the first fixture
to the data input of the next fixture.

2. Connect additional fixtures output to input. Up to 32 may be connected.

3. Insert a male XLR termination plug into the data output of the last
fixture.

Note that:

• The female termination plug may not be required if the first fixture on the

link is the master.

• A termination plug is simply a connector with a 120 ohm, 0.25 W resistor

soldered across pins 2 and 3.

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MAINS INPUT

ENERAL OVERVIEW

The lamp turns on as soon as power is applied.

To achieve optimal results, the use of smoke effects together with your
fixtures is recommended.

CONNECTIONS/CONTROL PANEL

Main fuse holder

Power input

FOCUSING

DMX input

indicator

MAINS INPUT

POWER

DATA

SERIAL
DATA LINK

AC power

indicator

OUT IN

Data link connections

DIP-switch

Adjust the focus using the
thumb screw next to the
lens.

Note that this thumb screw
is for focus adjustment only.
For access to the lens and
other optical components,
see “Cleaning optical
components’ on page 25.

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EFFECTS

Ego X4 effects

The Ego X4 features a rotating parabolic reflector with multiple mirrors that
gives multiple rotating light beams. As well as the rotating mirror dish, the
Ego X4 contains the effect wheel described below, with 12 gobo/color
combination positions, and a closed position.

13

3

2

1

12

11

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Position Gobo Color

1 Burst Open (white)

2 Dot Light green 204

3 Sound wave Magenta 507

4 Jester Blue 111/Primary green 206 M/Magenta 507

5 Whirlpool Blue 101

6 Target Blue 106

7 Nippon Flame red 304

8 Mobius Yellow 603

9 Fab-4 Light green 204/Orange 306/Magenta 507/Cyan 104

10 Solar flare Orange 306

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Position Gobo Color

11 DNA Cyan 104/Magenta 507/Amber 604

12 Galaxy Green 202

13 Closed Closed (black/no color)

When operating the Ego X4 under DMX control:

• The parabolic reflector dish can be rotated continuously clockwise or
counter-clockwise. Rotation speed can be varied. Shake options are
also available.

• Individual positions on the gobo/color wheel can be selected.

• The gobo/color wheel can be rotated continuously clockwise or counter­clockwise. Rotation speed can be varied. Shake options are also
available.

• Music trigger using the built-in sensor can be applied to the entire
fixture or to individual effects.

Ego X5 effects

The Ego X5 features a rotating kaleidoscopic mirror tunnel that gives
dynamic light effects in a symmetrical pattern. This fixture also contains
the rotating color/gobo combination effects wheel with 13 positions
illustrated below.

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When operating the Ego X5 under DMX control:

• The mirror tunnel can be rotated continuously clockwise or counter­clockwise. Rotation speed can be varied. Shake options are also
available.

• Individual positions on the effects wheel can be selected.

• The effects wheel can be rotated continuously clockwise or counter­clockwise. Rotation speed can be varied. Shake options are also
available.

• Music trigger using the built-in sensor can be applied to the entire fixture
or to individual effects.

Ego X6 effects

The Ego X6 features a rotating parabolic reflector dish with an
arrangement of colored mirrors that gives multiple rotating light beams.
Besides the reflector dish, the Ego X6 features a rotating color wheel with
twinkle function and a rotating textured glass wheel. Combining these
three features gives a spectacular array of light beams with dynamically
changing colors and textures.

When operating the Ego X6 under DMX control:

• Individual positions on the textured glass wheel and color/twinkle
wheels can be selected.

• Twinkle can be held static or activated with variable speed.

• The textured glass wheel and parabolic reflector dish can be rotated
continuously clockwise or counter-clockwise. Rotation speed can be
varied. Shake options are also available.

• Music trigger using the built-in sensor can be applied to the entire fixture
or to individual effects.

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TAND-ALONE OPERATION

The Ego X Series can be operated without a controller in stand-alone
mode. In this mode, a fixture can be operated as a single unit or in a
“master/slave” configuration together with other Ego X Series fixtures of
the same type. In stand-alone mode, light effects are selected at random
in response to either auto trigger or music trigger signals from the built-in
sensor.

Several options are available to modify stand-alone operation. This
chapter describes these options and explains how to select them using
the DIP-switch on the connections panel.

Overviews of the DIP-switch settings for each Ego X Series model are
included on pages 34 - 40 of this manual.

Important! An Ego X Series fixture transmits a signal when it is set as

master (i.e. DIP-switch pins 1 or 2 and 10 are set to ON). To
avoid damage to the electronics, do not connect more than 1
transmitting device (master or controller) to the data link.

Do not use DIP-switch pin 3 in stand-alone mode. When pin 3
and 10 are both set to ON, the fixture enters effect-wheel
adjustment mode.

SINGLE-FIXTURE OPERATION

An Ego X Series fixture can be set to operate independently of other
fixtures in music trigger or auto trigger mode. A data link is not needed.

Single-fixture mode can be selected by setting all DIP-switch pins to OFF,
setting pin 10 to ON, then setting pin 1 to ON for music trigger or 2 to ON
for auto trigger.

102 3451 86 7 9ON1211

Single fixture

music trigger mode

Single fixture

auto trigger mode

102 3451 86 7 9ON1211

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MASTER / SLAVE OPERATION

Multiple Ego X Series fixtures of the same type can be connected together
on a data link for “master/slave” operation, in which one fixture acts as
master and sends out trigger signals to slave fixtures.

Note that different types of fixture cannot be mixed in master/slave
operation. Ego X4 fixtures cannot control X5 or X6 fixtures, for example.

The procedure for connecting the data link is described in “Installing a data
link for master/slave operation’ on page 12.

Setting slave fixtures

Slaves can be set to either copy the master behavior exactly or respond to
trigger signals but behave differently from the master. Setting random
movement gives synchronized but unrelated effects compared with the
master. Setting inverted movement gives a “mirror image” of the master.

To set a fixture as slave, set all the fixture’s DIP-switch pins to OFF. The
slave will now copy exactly the behavior of the master fixture.

To set a slave fixture to respond to trigger signals but behave differently
from the master:

1. Set all DIP-switch pins to OFF.

2. Set DIP-switch pin 10 to ON.

3. Depending on your Ego X Series model, set either random or inverted

movement options as listed below.

Ego X4 slave options

• Set pin 6 to ON for random color/gobo wheel movement.

• Set pin 7 to ON for random mirror dish movement.

• Set pin 8 to ON for inverted color/gobo wheel movement.

• Set pin 9 to ON for inverted mirror dish movement.

Ego X5 slave options

• Set pin 6 to ON for random color/gobo wheel movement.

• Set pin 7 to ON for random mirror tunnel movement.

• Set pin 8 to ON for inverted color/gobo wheel movement.

• Set pin 9 to ON for inverted mirror tunnel movement.

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Ego X6 slave options

• Set pin 7 to ON for random mirror dish movement.

• Set pin 9 to ON for inverted mirror dish movement.

Setting the master fixture

Important! Set only one fixture as master (DIP-switch pins 1 or 2 and 10

ON).

The master fixture can be set to either auto trigger or music trigger mode.
To set a fixture as master:

1. Set all DIP-switch pins to OFF.

2. Set DIP-switch pin 10 to ON.

3. Either set DIP-switch pin 1 to ON for music trigger mode or set DIP­switch 2 to ON for auto trigger mode.

4. Set DIP-switch pin 4 to ON for slow effects action or OFF for fast
action.

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DMX

OPERATION

Ego X Series fixtures can be connected to and operated from a DMX
controller.

DMX CONTROL ADDRESS

The DMX control address, also known as the start channel, is the first
channel used to receive instructions from the controller. Each fixture
needs its own control address set, and uses this address and subsequent
control channels to receive instructions from a controller.

Ego X4 and Ego X5 fixtures use six control channels. Ego X6 fixtures use
seven control channels. All fixtures read the data on the start channel and
the next channels.

If an Ego X4 or Ego X5 has its control address set to 100, it uses channels
100, 101, 102, 103, 104 and 105. Channel 106 is available for use as
control address for the next fixture.

If an Ego X6 has its control address set to 100, it uses channels 100, 101,
102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. Channel 107 is available for use as control
address for the next fixture.

For independent control, each fixture must be assigned its own address
and its own control channels. If two or more fixtures are set up with the
same address, they will receive the same instructions and should behave
identically. Setting up identical fixtures with the same address is a good
tool for troubleshooting unexpected behavior and an easy way to achieve
synchronized action.

Specifying a DMX address

DIP-switch pins 1-9 are used to set the control address:

1. Select an address for the fixture on your controller. If you are
calculating the DMX addresses for multiple fixtures, you can save time
by using the Martin Address Calculator at
http://www.martin.dk/service/utilities/AddrCalc/index.asp

2. Look up the DIP-switch setting using the Martin DIP Switch Calculator
(also available on the internet, at

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http://www.martin.dk/service/dipswitchpopup.htm), or look for the
address in the following DIP-switch settings table.

3. Disconnect the fixture from power.

4. Set pin 10 to OFF.

5. Set pins 1 through 9 to the ON (1) or OFF (0) position as listed in the
table below.

Find the address in the following table. 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. Pin 10 is always OFF for DMX operation.

DIP-Switch Setting

0 = OFF

1 = ON

#1 #2 #3 #4 #5

0 0 0 0 0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480
1 0 0 0 0 1 33 65 97 129 161 193 225 257 289 321 353 385 417 449 481
0 1 0 0 0 2 34 66 98 130 162 194 226 258 290 322 354 386 418 450 482
1 1 0 0 0 3 35 67 99 131 163 195 227 259 291 323 355 387 419 451 483
0 0 1 0 0 4 36 68 100 132 164 196 228 260 292 324 356 388 420 452 484
1 0 1 0 0 5 37 69 101 133 165 197 229 261 293 325 357 389 421 453 485
0 1 1 0 0 6 38 70 102 134 166 198 230 262 294 326 358 390 422 454 486
1 1 1 0 0 7 39 71 103 135 167 199 231 263 295 327 359 391 423 455 487
0 0 0 1 0 8 40 72 104 136 168 200 232 264 296 328 360 392 424 456 488
1 0 0 1 0 9 41 73 105 137 169 201 233 265 297 329 361 393 425 457 489
0 1 0 1 0 10 42 74 106 138 170 202 234 266 298 330 362 394 426 458 490
1 1 0 1 0 11 43 75 107 139 171 203 235 267 299 331 363 395 427 459 491
0 0 1 1 0 12 44 76 108 140 172 204 236 268 300 332 364 396 428 460 492
1 0 1 1 0 13 45 77 109 141 173 205 237 269 301 333 365 397 429 461 493
0 1 1 1 0 14 46 78 11 0 142 174 206 238 270 302 334 366 398 430 462 494
1 1 1 1 0 15 47 79 111 143 175 207 239 271 303 335 367 399 431 463 495
0 0 0 0 1 16 48 80 112 144 176 208 240 272 304 336 368 400 432 464 496
1 0 0 0 1 17 49 81 11 3 145 177 209 241 273 305 337 369 401 433 465 497
0 1 0 0 1 18 50 82 114 146 178 210 242 274 306 338 370 402 434 466 498
1 1 0 0 1 19 51 83 115 147 179 211 243 275 307 339 371 403 435 467 499
0 0 1 0 1 20 52 84 11 6 148 180 212 244 276 308 340 372 404 436 468 500
1 0 1 0 1 21 53 85 117 149 181 213 245 277 309 341 373 405 437 469 501
0 1 1 0 1 22 54 86 118 150 182 214 246 278 310 342 374 406 438 470 502
1 1 1 0 1 23 55 87 11 9 151 183 215 247 279 311 343 375 407 439 471 503
0 0 0 1 1 24 56 88 120 152 184 216 248 280 312 344 376 408 440 472 504
1 0 0 1 1 25 57 89 121 153 185 217 249 281 313 345 377 409 441 473 505
0 1 0 1 1 26 58 90 122 154 186 218 250 282 314 346 378 410 442 474 506
1 1 0 1 1 27 59 91 123 155 187 219 251 283 315 347 379 411 443 475 507
0 0 1 1 1 28 60 92 124 156 188 220 252 284 316 348 380 412 444 476 508
1 0 1 1 1 29 61 93 125 157 189 221 253 285 317 349 381 413 445 477 509
0 1 1 1 1 30 62 94 126 158 190 222 254 286 318 350 382 414 446 478 510
1 1 1 1 1 31 63 95 127 159 191 223 255 287 319 351 383 415 447 479 511

#90000000011111111
#80000111100001111
#70011001100110011
#60101010101010101

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EGO X4 DMX OPERATION

For full details of settings on DMX channels, refer to “Ego X4 DMX
protocol’ on page 32.

Channel 1 controls the strobe, stand-alone auto-triggering and reset. If
stand-alone auto-triggering is selected on this channel, intensity will be
automatically set to 100% and all other channels will be disabled until
stand-alone is deselected on channel 1.

Channel 2 controls light intensity. When intensity is set to zero, the
cooling fan will slow down significantly to reduce power consumption,
prolong the life of the product, reduce noise and minimize cleaning. This
channel is disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 3 controls the gobo/color wheel and is used to select effects and
control rotation of the effect wheel. Fast, slow and dynamic music
triggering of the wheel can also be selected. This channel is disabled
during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 4 controls the effect shake function. This channel is disabled
during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 5 controls the parabolic reflector’s rotation direction and speed.
Fast, slow and dynamic music triggering of the wheel can also be
selected. This channel is disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering
operation.

Channel 6 allows one of 12 factory-set macros to be selected. The
macros are mini-programs that use all the fixture’s effects. Select a macro
if you want fast access to impressive light effects with minimal
programming.

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EGO X5 DMX OPERATION

For full details of settings on DMX channels, refer to “Ego X5 DMX
protocol’ on page 35.

Channel 1 controls the strobe, stand-alone auto-triggering and reset. If
stand-alone auto-triggering is selected on this channel, intensity will be
automatically set to 100% and all other channels will be disabled until
stand-alone is deselected on channel 1.

Channel 2 controls light intensity. When intensity is set to zero, the
cooling fan will slow down significantly to reduce power consumption,
prolong the life of the product, reduce noise and minimize cleaning. This
channel is disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 3 controls the effect wheel and is used to select effects and
control rotation of the wheel. Fast, slow and dynamic music triggering of
the wheel can also be selected. This channel is disabled during stand­alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 4 controls the effect wheel shake function. This channel is
disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 5 controls the rotation direction and speed of the kaleidoscopic
mirror tunnel. A shake function is available, and fast, slow and dynamic
music triggering of the mirror tunnel can also be selected. This channel is
disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 6 allows one of 12 factory-set macros to be selected. The
macros are mini-programs that use all the fixture’s effects. Select a macro
if you want fast access to impressive light effects with minimal
programming.

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EGO X6 DMX OPERATION

For full details of settings on DMX channels, refer to “Ego X6 DMX
protocol’ on page 38.

Channel 1 controls the strobe, stand-alone auto-triggering and reset. If
stand-alone auto-triggering is selected on this channel, intensity will be
automatically set to 100% and all other channels will be disabled until
stand-alone is deselected on channel 1.

Channel 2 controls light intensity. When intensity is set to zero, the
cooling fan will slow down significantly to reduce power consumption,
prolong the life of the product, reduce noise and minimize cleaning. This
channel is disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 3 controls the textured glass wheel and is used to select texture
effects and control rotation of the wheel. Fast, slow and dynamic music
triggering of the wheel can also be selected. This channel is disabled
during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 4 controls the textured glass wheel shake function. This channel
is disabled during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 5 controls the color/twinkle wheel and is used to select colors,
set auto color or select twinkle effects. Fast, slow and dynamic music
triggering of the wheel can also be selected. This channel is disabled
during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 6 controls the rotation direction and speed of the colored mirror
dish. A shake function is available, and fast, slow and dynamic music
triggering of the mirror dish can also be selected. This channel is disabled
during stand-alone auto-triggering operation.

Channel 7 allows one of 12 factory-set macros to be selected. The
macros are mini-programs that use all the fixture’s effects. Select a macro
if you want fast access to impressive light effects with minimal
programming.

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ASIC SERVICE

CLEANING

Regular cleaning of the elements in the optical path, as well as the fan
and air vents, is vital to maintaining the operational quality of the Ego X
Series.

Important! Excessive dust, smoke fluid and particle buildup degrades

performance and causes overheating and damage to the
fixture that is not covered by the warranty.

Cleaning the fan and air vents

To maintain adequate cooling, dust must be cleaned from the fan and air
vents periodically. Remove dust from the fan and air vents with a soft
brush, cotton swab, vacuum, or compressed air.

Cleaning optical components

Clean the optical components regularly. The presence of smudges or dust
on optical surfaces can reduce the strength of the light output and the
quality of the effects.

Use care when cleaning optical components and work in a clean, well lit
area. The coated surfaces are fragile and easily scratched. Do not use
solvents that can damage plastic or painted surfaces.

1. Disconnect the fixture from power
and allow the components to cool for
at least 15 minutes.

2. Remove the front lens for cleaning by
grasping the lens collar, twisting it
clockwise, and sliding the lens out of
the fixture.

3. Remove the fixture cover if you need
to access the internal optical
components. It can be a good idea to

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remove the lamp during cleaning (see “Installing a lamp in the Ego X
Series’ on page 26).

4. Vacuum or gently blow away dust and loose particles with compressed
air.

5. Remove stuck particles with an unscented tissue or cotton swab
moistened with glass cleaner or distilled water. Do not rub the surface:
lift the particles off with a soft repeated press.

6. Remove smoke and other residues with cotton swabs or unscented
tissues moistened with isopropyl alcohol. A commercial glass cleaner
may be used, but residues must be removed with distilled water. Clean
with a slow circular motion from center to edge. Dry with a clean, soft
and lint-free cloth or compressed air.

7. Replace the lens and fixture cover and tighten the access screws,
taking care not to trap any loose wires.

LAMP MAINTENANCE

Warning! Always disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to

cool for at least 15 minutes before installing the lamp.

The following lamp types are supported:

• Philips ELC/10H, 24 V / 250 W, 1000 hour halogen lamp

• Philips ELC/5H, 24 V / 250 W, 500 hour halogen lamp

• Osram ELC-7/X, 24 V / 250 W, 700 hour halogen lamp

• Philips ELC/8H, 24 V / 250 W, 800 hour halogen lamp

• Osram ELC, 24 V / 250 W, 50 hour halogen lamp

Important! Installing any other lamp may damage the fixture.

Allow the lamp to cool for at least 15 minutes before packing and moving
the fixture. To avoid possible damage, remove the lamp when shipping the
fixture.

As a general rule, the halogen lamps that have the shortest life span
provide the greatest intensity.

Installing a lamp in the Ego X Series

1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power. If replacing a lamp, allow it to
cool for at least 15 minutes before removing the lamp access cover.
The lamp cools faster with the cover in place.

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2. Remove the six access screws from the cover and lift it off.

3. If replacing a lamp, grasp the
old lamp by the reflector and
pull it out of the holder. Then
pull the socket off the lamp. Do
not pull the wires.

4. Push the socket fully onto the
pins of the new lamp.

5. Clean the glass bulb with the
cloth supplied with the lamp,
particularly if your fingers
touched the glass. A clean, lint­free cloth wetted with alcohol
may also be used.

6. Gently push the lamp into the holder until it snaps into place.

7. Replace the fixture cover and tighten the access screws, taking care
not to trap any loose wires.

FUSES

Ego X Series fixtures use a 3.15 Amp slow-blow fuse for protection
against current overload. An indication that the fuse may have blown is
that when power is applied the lamp does not light and the fan does not
operate.

If the fuse blows repeatedly, there is a fault with the unit that requires
service by a Martin technician.

Never bypass the fuse or replace it with one of another size or rating.

Replacing the main fuse

1. Unplug the power cable from the power input socket. The fuse holder
is integrated into the power input socket.

2. Using a flathead screwdriver, lift the cover off the fuse holder and
replace the fuse.

3. Replace the fuse holder cover and reconnect power.

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FIRMWARE UPDATES

The factory installed software version is indicated on the serial number
label.

The latest software is available from the support area of the Martin web
site at http://www.martin.com. It can be installed using an MP-2, or via a
PC serial data link using a hardware interface supported by the Software
Uploader shareware (also available from the Martin web site). The
following devices are currently supported (software version 5.5):

• DABS 1 (presently available with the MUM software package)

• ShowDesigner PCI DMX Interface Card (2048 channel version)

• LightJockey PCI DMX Interface Card (512 and 2048 channel versions)

• LightJockey PCMCIA DMX Interface

• LightJockey 4064 ISA DMX Interface Card (DJ and Club versions)

Note: Intermediate control systems such as the Martin Lighting Director
(MLD) and the Martin Matrix must be bypassed when updating fixture
software via the DMX link. These systems do not relay the update code
correctly because it is not a DMX-compliant signal.

Normal update

To update fixture software, connect an upload device to the fixture just like
a DMX controller and perform a DMX mode upload as described in the
uploader’s documentation.

When the upload is completed (and when booting up) the fixture performs
a check-sum test of the memory and then resets.

In the unlikely event that a software upload is interrupted, the fixture must
be powered off for at least 10 seconds to force a check-sum test. You can
then repeat the DMX-mode upload. If an error occurs and the fixtures do
not reset, data was interrupted or corrupted during transmission. Perform
a boot mode upload as described below.

Boot mode upload

If the normal software upload procedure does not work, or if the software
update notes call for a boot mode update, the fixture can be forced into
boot mode for software uploading by setting a jumper on the PCB. This
should cure any software problems that may be preventing successful
upload.

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To perform a boot mode upload:

1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow to cool for at least 15
minutes.

2. Place the fixture with its mounting bracket facing down. Remove the six
access screws from the cover and lift it off.

3. Locate jumper PL9 in the group of four jumpers on the PCB (see “PCB
layout” on next page). Using long-nose pliers, reach in and relocate the
cap on jumper PL9 so that it bridges the two pins, as shown in the
diagram on the next page.

4. Reassemble the fixture and reconnect to power.

5. Perform the boot mode upload as described in the manual of the
uploader that you are using.

6. Once the upload is complete, repeat steps 1 to 4 above, but relocate
the jumper cap so that it no longer bridges the two pins.

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PCB

DMX

out

DMX

in

+ 12V
+ 5V

Power

PSU

Mirror

Reflector

Label

#33120058-A

Color / Twinkle

(Ego

X6 only)

Color / Gobo (Ego X4&5)

Textured

glass (Ego X6

Boot mode

upload

LAYOUT

Fan

Power PSU

Boot mode

upload

Ground
+ 12V
+5V
Dimmer

DMX

Color / Twinkle

(Ego X6 only)

Color / Gobo (Ego X4&5)

Textured glass (Ego X6

PL9

Power

DIP switch

DMX

out

Feedback

Mirror Reflector

Mic.

DMX

in

Label # -A33120058

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ROUBLESHOOTING

problem probable cause(s) suggested remedy

No light No power to the fixture Check connections

Blown fuse (power indicator
LED will also be inactive)

Burned out lamp Install new lamp

Fixture too hot Allow to cool

No music trigger action Sound level too low to

activate control circuit

No action Electrical malfunction Refer to service technician

Software checksum error Update firmware. See “Firmware

Fuse blows repeatedly Electrical malfunction Refer to service technician

Fixture resets correctly
but does not respond to
controller.

DMX signal is not being
transmitted

Device with reversed polarity
wrongly connected

Check and replace fuse if
necessary.

Clean fan and air vents
Improve air flow around fixture

Increase volume or reduce
distance between loudspeakers
and fixture

updates’ on page 28.

Check controller
Check connections and cables

Use phase-reversing cables or
adaptors for this device

Intermittent flicker or
strange behavior.

Effect fails to reset
correctly.

Incorrect address or other
DIP-switch setting

Data link not terminated Insert termination plug in output of

One of the fixtures is
transmitting as a master or is
defective.

Effect requires mechanical
adjustment

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Check DIP-switch settings

the last fixture on the link

Bypass one fixture at a time until
normal operation is regained: (to
bypass, unplug fixture from data
and plug connectors on data cable
directly together). Have the
defective fixture serviced by a
qualified technician

Contact Martin technician for
service

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Channel Value Percent Function

X4 DMX

0-4

5-68

1

69-100

101-249
250-255

PROTOCOL

Strobe, music trig, reset

0-1

2-26

27-39

40-97

98-100

No function
Strobe, fast to slow
Remote stand-alone auto trigger (disables other

channels)
Reserved
Reset fixture, time > 3 seconds

2

3

0-255 0-100

0-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80-89
90-99

100-109
110-119
120-129

130-175

176-207
208-239

0-3
4-7

8-11
12-15
16-19
20-23
24-26
27-30
31-35
36-38
39-42
43-46
47-50

51-68

69-81
82-93

Intensity

0-100%

Color / gobo wheel

Continuous scroll: full positions

Position 1 - Burst - no color
Position 2 - Dot - Light green 204
Position 3 - Sound wave - Magenta 507
Position 4 - Jester - Blue/Primary green/ Magenta
Position 5 - Whirlpool - Blue 101
Position 6 - Target - Blue 106
Position 7 - Nippon - Flame red 304
Position 8 - Mobius - Yellow 603
Position 9 - Fab-4 - Green/Orange/Magenta/Cyan
Position 10 - Solar flare - Orange
Position 11 - DNA - Cyan/Magenta/Amber
Position 12 - Galaxy - Green 202
Position 13 - Closed

Reserved

Continuous rotation

Clockwise (fast to slow)
Counter-clockwise (slow to fast)

240-244
245-249
250-255

4

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0-1

2-128

129-255

94-95
96-97

98-100

0

1-50

51-100

Stand-alone music trigger

Music trigger - fast
Music trigger - slow - (5 values)
Music trigger - dynamic (5 values)

Color shake

No function
Narrow shake (slow to fast)
Wide shake (slow to fast)

Channel Value Percent Function

Parabolic mirror dish

0-1

2-65

66-129

130-192

5

193-208

0

1-25
26-50
51-75
76-81

Stop
Counter-clockwise rotation (fast to slow)
Clockwise rotation (slow to fast)
Shake (different shakes)
Random shake

209-239

240-244
245-249
250-255

82-93

94-95
96-97

98-100

Reserved

Reserved (music trigger - fast)
Reserved (music trigger - slow)
Music trigger - dynamic

Macros

0-15
16-31
32-47
48-63
64-79
80-95

6

96-111

112-127
128-143
144-159
160-175
176-191
192-207
208-255

0-5

6-11
12-18
19-24
25-30
31-37
38-43
44-49
50-55
56-62
63-68
69-74
75-81

82-100

No macro
Macro 1
Macro 2
Macro 3
Macro 4
Macro 5
Macro 6
Macro 7
Macro 8
Macro 9
Macro 10
Macro 11
Macro 12
Reserved. No function

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SWITCH SETTINGS

Fixture

mode

Single and

master

Master only Slow movement

Slave only

Demo

program

DMX

Option

Music trigger

Auto trigger

Random
color/gobo wheel
movement

Random mirror
dish movement

Inverted
color/gobo wheel
movement

Inverted mirror
dish movement

Set DMX address 00
Disable macro

channel

Pin setting (0 = OFF, 1 = ON)

1234567891011

10

01

1

1 10

110

110

110

10

10

10

110

01

Note that:

• Slow action can be set using pin 4 in master mode only. Otherwise,
effects action is fast by default.

• If pin 10 is set to OFF, pins 1 - 9 determine the fixture’s DMX address.

• Pin 12 is not used.

• Pin 3 must not be used in stand-alone mode. When pin 3 and 10 are
both set to ON, the fixture enters effect-wheel adjustment mode.

Demo program

If DIP-switch pins 5 and 10 are both set to ON, the fixture runs a factory­set program that demonstrates all its effects.

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Channel Value Percent Function

1

X5 DMX

0-4

5-68

69-100

101-249
250-255

PROTOCOL

0-1

2-26

27-39

40-97

98-100

Music trig, reset

No function
Reserved, no function
Remote stand-alone auto trigger (disables other

channels)
Reserved, no function
Reset fixture, time > 3 seconds

2

3

4

0-255 0-100

0-175

176-207
208-239

240-244
245-249
250-255

0-1

2-128

129-255

0-68

69-81
82-93

94-95
96-97

98-100

1-50

51-100

0

Intensity

0-100%

Effect Wheel

Full color positions

Position 1 - Position 13

Continuous rotation

Clockwise (fast to slow)
Counter-clockwise (slow to fast)

Stand-alone music trigger

Music trigger - fast
Music trigger - slow
Music trigger - dynamic

Effect shake

No function
Narrow shake (slow to fast)
Wide shake (slow to fast)

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Channel Value Percent Function

Kaleidoscopic mirror tunnel

0-1

2-65

66-129

130-192

5

193-208

0

1-25
26-50
51-75
76-81

Stop
Counter-clockwise rotation (fast to slow)
Clockwise rotation (slow to fast)
Shake (various shakes)
Random shake

209-239

240-244
245-249
250-255

82-93

94-95
96-97

98-100

Reserved, stop

Music trigger - fast
Music trigger - slow
Music trigger - dynamic

Macros

0-15
16-31
32-47
48-63
64-79
80-95

6

96-111
112-127
128-143
144-159
160-175
176-191
192-207
208-255

0-5

6-11
12-18
19-24
25-30
31-37
38-43
44-49
50-55
56-62
63-68
69-74
75-81

82-100

No macro
Macro 1
Macro 2
Macro 3
Macro 4
Macro 5
Macro 6
Macro 7
Macro 8
Macro 9
Macro 10
Macro 11
Macro 12
Reserved. No function

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X5 DIP-

SWITCH SETTINGS

Fixture

mode

Single and

master

Master only Slow movement

Slave only

Demo

program

DMX

Option

Music trigger

Auto trigger

Random
color/gobo wheel
movement

Random mirror
tunnel movement

Inverted
color/gobo wheel
movement

Inverted mirror
tunnel movement

Set DMX address 00
Disable macro

channel

Pin setting (0 = OFF, 1 = ON)

1234567891011

10

01

1

1 10

110

110

110

10

10

10

110

01

Note that:

• Slow action can be set using pin 4 in master mode only. Otherwise,
effects action is fast by default.

• If pin 10 is set to OFF, pins 1 - 9 determine the fixture’s DMX address.

• Pin 12 is not used.

• Pin 3 must not be used in stand-alone mode. When pin 3 and 10 are
both set to ON, the fixture enters effect-wheel adjustment mode.

Demo program

If DIP-switch pins 5 and 10 are both set to ON, the fixture runs a factory­set program that demonstrates all its effects.

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Channel Value Percent Function

X6 DMX

0-4

5-68

1

69-100

101-249
250-255

PROTOCOL

Strobe, music trig, reset

0-1

2-26

27-39

40-97

98-100

Open
Strobe, fast to slow
Remote stand-alone auto trigger (disables other

channels)
Reserved, no function
Reset fixture, time > 3 seconds

2

3

0-255 0-100

0-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80-89
90-99

100-109
110-119
120-129

130-175

176-207
208-239

0-3
4-7

8-11
12-15
16-19
20-23
24-26
27-30
31-35
36-38
39-42
43-46
47-50

51-68

69-81
82-93

Intensity

0-100%

Textured glass wheel

Continuous scroll, full positions:

Textured glass 1
Textured glass 2
Textured glass 3
Textured glass 4
Textured glass 5
Textured glass 6
Textured glass 7
Textured glass 8
Textured glass 9
Textured glass 10
Textured glass 11
Textured glass 12
Textured glass 13

Reserved

Continuous rotation

Clockwise (fast to slow)
Counter-clockwise (slow to fast)

240-244
245-249
250-255

4

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0-1

2-128

129-255

94-95
96-97

98-100

0

1-50

51-100

Music trigger

Music trigger - fast
Music trigger - slow - (5 values)
Music trigger - dynamic (5 values)

Textured glass wheel shake

No function
Narrow shake (slow to fast)
Wide shake (slow to fast)

Channel Value Percent Function

Color/twinkle wheel

0-5

6-165

166-199

0-1

2-64

65-78

Open
Position: first to last color
Auto color (slow to fast)

200-201

5

202-235

236-239

240-244
245-249
250-255

79

80-92

93

94-95
96-97

98-100

Twinkle stop
Auto twinkle (slow to fast)

Closed

Music trigger - fast
Music trigger - slow
Music trigger - dynamic

Parabolic mirror dish

0-1

2-65

66-129

130-192

6

193-208

209-239

240-244
245-249
250-255

0

1-25
26-50
51-75
76-81

82-93

94-95
96-98

99-100

Stop
Counter-clockwise rotation (fast to slow)
Clockwise rotation (slow to fast)
Shake (slow to fast)
Random shake

Reserved, stop

Reserved (music trigger - fast)
Reserved (music trigger - slow)
Music trigger - dynamic

Macros

0-15
16-31
32-47
48-63
64-79
80-95

7

96-111

112-127
128-143
144-159
160-175
176-191
192-207
208-255

0-5

6-11
12-18
19-24
25-30
31-37
38-43
44-49
50-55
56-62
63-68
69-74
75-81

82-100

No macro
Macro 1
Macro 2
Macro 3
Macro 4
Macro 5
Macro 6
Macro 7
Macro 8
Macro 9
Macro 10
Macro 11
Macro 12
Reserved. No function

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X6 DIP-

SWITCH SETTINGS

Fixture

mode

Single and

master

Master only

Slave only

Demo

program

DMX

Option

Music trigger

Auto trigger
Slow effects

action
Random mirror

dish movement
Inverted mirror

dish movement

Select DMX
address

Disable macro
channel

Note that:

Pin setting (0 = OFF, 1 = ON)

1234567891011

10

01

1

1010

0110

110

10

10

10

00

01

• Slow action can be set using pin 4 in master mode only. Otherwise,
effects action is fast by default.

• If pin 10 is set to OFF, pins 1 - 9 determine the fixture’s DMX address.

• Pin 12 is not used.

• Pin 3 must not be used in stand-alone mode. When pin 3 and 10 are
both set to ON, the fixture enters effect-wheel adjustment mode.

Demo program

If DIP-switch pins 5 and 10 are both set to ON, the fixture runs a factory­set program that demonstrates all its effects.

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Physical

Size without bracket (L x W x H) . . . . 305 x 324 x 150 mm (12 x 12.8 x 5.9 in)

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8 kg (8.4 lb)

Construction

Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . composite plastic

Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .black

Thermal

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

Installation

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

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

Minimum clearance around fan and air vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.1 m (4 in)

Dynamic effects - Ego X4

Motorized mirror dish . . . . . . . . . . . . . clockwise or counter-clockwise rotation,

shake and music trigger available

Motorized gobo/color wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 color/gobo positions plus closed

Macros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 factory-programmed effects

ERIES SPECIFICATIONS

Dynamic effects - Ego X5

Motorized mirror tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . clockwise or counter-clockwise rotation,

shake and music trigger available

Motorized gobo/color wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 color/gobo positions plus closed

Macros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 factory-programmed effects

Dynamic effects - Ego X6

Motorized colored mirror dish . . . . . . clockwise or counter-clockwise rotation,

shake and music trigger available

Motorized textured glass wheel . . . . . . . . 13 positions, music trigger available

Motorized color/twinkle wheel 12 positions, auto twinkle, music trigger available

Macros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 factory-programmed effects

Control and programming

Control options . . . . . . . . . . . . DMX, stand-alone single fixture or master/slave

DMX channels, Ego X4 and Ego X5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

DMX channels, Ego X6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Stand-alone triggering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . music or auto (self-triggering)

Data I/O sockets . . . . 3-pin XLR male/female, pin 1=shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)

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

Data link electrical standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RS-485

Electrical

AC Power . . . . . . . . . auto-ranging 100-120 / 208-240 VAC nominal, 50/60 Hz

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

Main fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15 A (slow-blow)

Typical power and current*

100 V, 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 W, 2.3 A

100 V, 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 W, 2.3 A

110 V, 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 W, 2.2 A

120 V, 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 W, 2.1 A

208 V, 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 W, 1.1 A

220 V, 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226 W, 1.1 A

230 V, 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 W, 1.0 A

240 V, 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 W, 1.0 A

* Wattage and amperage figures are typical, not maximum.

Allow for a deviation of +/- 10%.

Optics

Ego X4 full beam angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33°

Ego X5 full beam angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52°

Ego X6 full beam angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33°

Approvals

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

Canadian safety. . . . . . . . . . . . CSA C22.2 No. 166

EU safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN 60598-2-17

EU EMC. . . . . . . . EN 55015, EN 55103, EN 61547

Included items

User manual
3-meter (10 ft) IEC power cable with Shuko (Euro) connector
3-meter IEC power cable with US connector
3-meter IEC power cable without connector
24 V / 250 W, 1000 hour halogen lamp (installed)

Accessories

Philips ELC/10H, 24 V / 250 W, 1000 hour halogen lamp . . . . . P/N 97000109

Osram ELC-7/X, 24 V / 250 W, 700 hour halogen lamp . . . . . . . P/N 97000108

Philips ELC/5H, 24 V / 250 W, 500 hour halogen lamp . . . . . . . P/N 97000107

Osram ELC, 24 V / 250 W, 50 hour halogen lamp . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 97000104

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

Main fuse (3.15 AT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 05020013

5-pin male to 3-pin female adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 11820005

XLR termination plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 91613017

Ordering information

Ego X4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90428400

Ego X5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90428500

Ego X6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 90428600