MAC 500/E user manual © 1997 - 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 35000016, Rev. E section 1 Introduction MAC 500/E safety information................................................................................................... ................................................. 4 section 2 Setup Unpacking .................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Installing or changing the lamp.................................................................................................................................................... 5 Powering the fixture..................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Rigging......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Connecting the serial link ............................................................................................................................................................ 7 section 3 Operation Martin RS-485 control ................................................................................................................................................................. 9 DMX-512 control......................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Controllable effects ....................................................................................................................................................................10 section 4 Control Panel Menu navigation ........................................................................................................................................................................12 Personality settings ....................................................................................................................................................................13 Address and protocol selection ..................................................................................................................................................14 Readouts.....................................................................................................................................................................................14 Manual control ...........................................................................................................................................................................15 Stand-alone sequences ...............................................................................................................................................................15 Utilities.......................................................................................................................................................................................16 section 5 Gobos and Color Filters Gobo specifications............................................................................................................ ........................................................17 Gobo orientation and positions ................................................................................................. .................................................17 Changing rotating gobos ........................................................................................................ ....................................................19 Changing static gobos .......................................................................................................... ......................................................19 Default color filter positions ................................................................................................. .....................................................20 Changing color filters......................................................................................................... ........................................................20 section 6 Maintenance and Basic Service Accessing parts ..........................................................................................................................................................................21 Removing the printed circuit board ...........................................................................................................................................21 Replacing fuses ..........................................................................................................................................................................22 Changing the XLR pin-out.........................................................................................................................................................22 Changing voltage and frequency settings ..................................................................................................................................22 Updating software ......................................................................................................................................................................23 Changing lenses ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Replacing the lamp.....................................................................................................................................................................24 Optimizing lamp alignment ....................................................................................................................................................... 25 Installing the optional head shell safety wire.............................................................................................................................25 Maintenance schedule ................................................................................................................................................................25 Cleaning .....................................................................................................................................................................................26 Lubrication .................................................................................................................................................................................26 section 7 Appendices DMX protocol ................................................................................................................... .........................................................27 Messages ....................................................................................................................... ............................................................. 31 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... .........................................................32 Circuit board layout ........................................................................................................... ........................................................33 Specifications ................................................................................................................. ............................................................34 3 section 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the MAC 500/E moving-head spotlight from Martin. Every detail of its construction and programming is designed to make the MAC 500/E extremely bright, quiet and reliable. With proper setup and maintenance, it will provide years of trouble-free operation. This manual covers the MAC 500 with magnetic ballast and the MAC 500 E with electronic ballast. "MAC 500/E" refers to both models when describing common features and procedures. The features in software version 1.9 are described. The latest MAC 500/E news and software is available from the Martin web site at http://www.martin.dk. MAC 500/E safety information WARNING! This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use. This product presents risks of lethal or severe injury due to fire and heat, electric shock, ultraviolet radiation, lamp explosion, and falls. 5HDG WKLV PDQXDO 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 your Martin dealer or call the Martin 24-hour service hotline at +45 70 200 201. To p r o t e c t y o u r s e l f a n d o t h e r s f r o m e l e c t r i c s h o c k · · · · · 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 p r o t e c t y o u r s e l f a n d o t h e r s f r o m U V r a d i a t i o n a n d l a m p e x p l o s i o n · · · · Never operate the fixture with missing or damaged lenses and/or covers. When replacing the lamp, allow the fixture to cool for at least 15 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 before usage exceeds the maximum service life, or if the lamp is defective or worn out. To p r o t e c t y o u r s e l f a n d o t h e r s f r o m b u r n s a n d f i r e · · · · · · · · Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses. Always replace defective fuses with ones of the specified type and rating. Keep all combustible materials (for example fabric, wood, paper) at least 1.0 meter (39 inches) away from the fixture. Keep flammable materials well away from the fixture. Do not illuminate surfaces within 1.0 meter (39 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. The exterior of the fixture can reach temperatures up to 140° C (284° 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 temperature (Ta) exceeds 40° C (104° F). To p r o t e c t y o u r s e l f a n d o t h e r s f r o m i n j u r y d u e t o f a l l s · · · · 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. Do not lift the fixture by its head. 4 MAC 500/E User Manual section 2 SETUP This section describes the steps required to prepare the MAC 500/E for operation. Unpacking The MAC 500/E package includes: · · · · · 2 Fast-Lock clamp brackets 5-meter XLR-XLR control cable User manual 7 extra gobos 1 spare rotating gobo spring The packing material is carefully designed to protect the fixture during shipment - always use it or a custom MAC 500/ 600 flight case to transport the fixture. 1RWH 0$& IOLJKW FDVHV SURGXFHG EHIRUH 6HSWHPEHU DUH QRW GHHS HQRXJK IRU WKH 0$& ( These flight cases can be identified by the outside measurements: 860 mm (34") from bottom to top, including wheels, on the outside. Suitable flight cases measure 894 mm (35.2") from bottom to top, including wheels. Installing or changing the lamp WARNING! Disconnect the fixture from AC power before proceeding. Always wear safety goggles to protect your eyes and allow a hot lamp to cool for at least 15 minutes before removing it from the fixture. The MAC 500/E is designed to work with the Philips MSR-575/2, Philips MSD-575, Osram HSD-575, or the Osram HSR-575/2 discharge lamps. ,QVWDOOLQJ DQ\ RWKHU ODPS PD\ GDPDJH WKH IL[WXUH The lamp holder is pre-adjusted at the factory; precise alignment may be necessary due to slight variations between lamps. The procedure is described on ...