MAC 250 / MAC 250

user manual

section 1

Safety

Safety precautions..... 3 section 2
Unpacking...... 4 Lamp installation...... 4 Powering...... 5 Rigging...... 6 Connecting the serial data link..... 6 section 3

Control Panel

Menu navigation..... 8 Personality settings (PERS )..... 9 Address and protocol selection..... 10 Readouts (INF O ).... 10 Utilities (UTIL )..... 10 Test programs (TE ST )..... 11 Manual control (M AN ).... 11 Adjustment (AdJ )..... 11 section 4

Operation

DMX-512 control..... 12 Martin RS-485 control.... 12 Controllable effects.... 12 section 5

Basic Service

Replacing the lamp.... 15 Optimizing reflector alignment.... 15 Rotating gobos..... 15 Changing color filters (MAC 250+ only)..... 16 Configuring the optical system (MAC 250 only).... 17 Removing modules.... 18 Cleaning..... 18 Lubrication..... 18 Replacing fuses...... 19 Changing the XLR pin-out..... 19 Updating software..... 19 Changing voltage and frequency settings... 20 section 6

Appendixes

DMX protocol..... 21 Error messages...... 24 Troubleshooting...... 25 PCB layout..... 26 Specifications..... 27
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 35000067, Rev. D

SAFETY

Thank you for selecting the Martin MAC 250 or the MAC 250+. Both the MAC 250 and the MAC 250+ are yokemounted profile spotlights that are designed around a 250 watt discharge lamp. They provide: 12 saturated dichroic colors 8 replaceable rotating gobos 3-facet rotating prism variable focus strobe effects 0 to 100% dimming accurate 16-bit movement. In addition, the standard MAC 250 provides 4 user-configurable beam angles from 12.1 to 23.3. The MAC 250+ provides gobo indexing, interchangeable color filters, and an 18.3 achromatic lens system. High-performance optics, attractive design, modular construction and numerous user-friendly features make these Martin fixtures well suited for any effect lighting application calling for a compact, hard-focusing 250 watt fixture.

Safety precautions

The MAC 250 and MAC 250+ are for professional use only. They are not for household use. They present risks of injury due to electric shock, heat and ultraviolet radiation burns, lamp explosion, falls, high-intensity light, and fire. 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 your Martin dealer or call the Martin 24-hour service hotline for assistance. ALWAYS disconnect the fixture from AC power before removing or installing the lamp, fuses, or any part; and when not in use. Allow the fixture to cool for at least 5 minutes before replacing the lamp. Keep all combustible materials (for example fabric, wood, paper) at least 0.3 meters (12 inches) away from the fixture. Keep flammable materials well away from the fixture. For protection against dangerous electric shock, always ground (earth) the fixture electrically. Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and electrical codes. Do not expose the fixture to rain or moisture. Ensure that the air flow through fans and vents is free and unobstructed. When suspending the fixture above ground level, verify that the structure can hold at least 10 times the weight of all installed devices and secure the fixture with an approved safety cable. Block access below the work area whenever installing or removing the fixture. Refer any service operation not described in this manual to a qualified technician. Do not illuminate surfaces within 0.3 meters (12 inches) of the fixture. Never place filters or other materials over the lens. Do not operate the fixture if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 40 C (104 F). Replace the lamp as soon as it becomes defective or worn out, or before usage exceeds the maximum service life. Do not stare directly into the light. Never operate the fixture without all lenses and covers installed: an unshielded lamp can explode without warning and emits dangerous UV radiation that can cause burns and eye damage. Do not modify the fixture or install other than genuine Martin accessories and upgrade kits.

section 2

Unpacking
The MAC 250 and MAC 250+ come with: 1 1/4-turn clamp mounting bracket 1 5-meter, 3-pin shielded XLR control cable 1 3-meter, 3-wire IEC power cable 1 user manual The packing material is carefully designed to protect the fixture during shipment - always use it or a custom flight case to transport the fixture.

AdJ RST L ON LOFF FEbA HEAd dIM COL Rgob FOCU PRIS PATI CAL P OF T OF d OF COOF RgOF FOOF dFOF
STUd dMOd SCUT EFFb dMAC TRAC MOdE CAL dFSE FACT CUS1 CUS2 CUS3
Figure 4: MAC 250 and MAC 250+ menu
P e r s o n a l i t y s e t t i n g s ( P E R S)
Personality Pan/tilt swap Path Options Effect (Default setting shaded, * indicates DMX override) Map DMX pan control to tilt channel and vice versa. Normal pan and tilt control. Reverse DMX pan control (right left). Normal pan control (left right). Reverse DMX tilt control (down up). Normal tilt control (up down). Optimize movement for speed.* Optimize movement for smoothness.* Select non-indexible gobos (MAC 250). Select indexible gobos (MAC 250+). Operate with rotating prism. Operate with optional frost (available soon). Enable DMX lamp off command. Disable DMX lamp off command.* Enable DMX reset command. Disable DMX reset command.* Lamp strikes automatically within 90 seconds of power on. Lamp remains off until lamp on command is sent. Display stays on. Display goes out 2 minutes after last key press. Adjust display intensity. Optimize effects for silence. Optimize effects for speed. Normal dimming curve. Simulated tungsten dimming curve. Color and gobo wheels turn the shortest direction.* Wheels turn same direction.* Enable feedback on color and gobo wheels. Disable feedback on color and gobo wheels. Enable DMX-selectable macros and pulsating effects. Disable DMX-selectable macros and pulsating effects. Absolute delta value algorithm (for most controllers) Real delta value algorithm Tracking samples. Increase if pan/tilt is not smooth. Select factory default personality settings. Save / load custom personality settings. To create a custom configuration, select S AVE after setting the personalities as desired. Select L OAd to recall the settings.
ON PATI /SW AP OFF ON PATI/PINV OFF ON PATI/TINV OFF FAS T PTSP SLO W STd GTYP INd X PRI S FTYP FRO S ON dLOF OFF ON dRES OFF ON ALON OFF ON dISP OFF dINT STUd OFF NOR M dMOd TUN G ON SCUT OFF ON EFFb OFF ON dMAC OFF MOd 1 TRAC/MOdE MOd 2 TRAC/CAL 1-FAC T CUS 1 CUS 2 CUS - 100 ON

Pan inverse

Tilt inverse

Pan/tilt speed

Gobo type

Fixture type

DMX lamp off

DMX reset

Automatic lamp on
Display on/off Display intensity Studio mode

Dimmer mode

Shortcuts

Effects feedback

DMX macros
Tracking algorithm Tracking samples

Default settings

Table 2: Personality settings
Address and protocol selection
Movement speed Pan/tilt resolution Channels required 8 bit 9

Tracking

16 bit 11

8 bit 11

16 bit 13

Martin

Vector 16 bit 2

L a m p s t r i k e s ( L ST)
Read the total number of lamp strikes (TOT L ), and the number of lamps strikes since the counter was last reset (RSE T ). Reset this counter when installing a new lamp.
S o f t w a r e v e r s i o n ( VE R)
Read the version number of the CPU software (CPU ), feedback circuit software (FEB A ), and display module software (dIS P ).
U t i l i t i e s ( U T I L)
U p l o a d m o d e ( U PLd)
Upload mode is normally engaged automatically by the uploader. In certain circumstances, however, you may have to set upload mode manually. See Updating software on page 19.
D e m o n s t r a t i o n p r o g r a m ( dEMO )
This menu offers a preprogrammed stand-alone demonstration. Before running the demo, set the minimum and maximum pan and tilt positions (MIN P, MAX P, MIN T, MAXT ) to a good location for viewing the effects. Select FOC U to focus the beam. Select G O to run the demo.
Te s t p r o g r a m s ( T E S T)
E f f e c t s t e s t s e q u e n c e ( TS EQ)
Run a general test of all effects.

D M X l o g ( DM XL)

Read the DMX start code (STC O ) and DMX values received for each effect. This is an easy way to check that the DMX start code is 0 and that the expected DMX values are received.
Q u a l i t y c o n t r o l a n d s e r v i c e t e s t s ( PCb, FA CT)
These menus contain tests for factory and service use.
M a n u a l c o n t r o l ( MA N )
The manual control menu permits you to do the following from the control panel: reset the fixture (RST ) turn the lamp on and off (L ON , Lo FF ) open, close, and strobe the shutter at 3 speeds (SH UT ) control the dimmer (dIM ) move the color wheel to each position and scroll it at 3 speeds (COL ) move the gobo wheel to each position and rotate the gobos at 3 speeds (Rg ob ) control the focus (FOC U ) insert and rotate the prism (P RIS ) at 3 speeds, or, if a frost filter is installed, insert the frost (F ROS ) control pan and tilt (P AN , TIL T )
A d j u s t m e n t ( A d J)
The adjustment menu provides the following functions: Reset the fixture (RST ) Turn on and off the lamp (L O N , LoFF ) Disable pan/tilt feedback (FE bA ) Control effects in the head (HEA d ) Move the head to the home and extreme positions (PA TI ) Calibrate effects (CA L )
H e a d e f f e c t s a d j u s t m e n t ( HEAd )

The head submenu provides manual control when making mechanical adjustments, which should be performed by a qualified technician. It allows the technician to: Open, close, and strobe the dimmer/shutter (dI M ) Move the color and gobo wheels through their positions (COL , Rg ob ) Move the focus lens to its extreme positions (FOCU ) Insert and rotate the prism (PRI S )
C a l i b r a t i o n ( CAL )
The calibration submenu allows you to adjust the effects to achieve total uniformity between fixtures: it is not a substitute for mechanical adjustment. To reset all calibrations to their factory defaults, select d FOF and press [ENTER] when SUR E is displayed, or press [MENU] to escape. 1. Select the effect to calibrate: pan (P O F ), tilt (T OF ), dimmer/shutter (d O F ), color wheel (C O F ), rotatinggobo wheel (R gOF ), or focus (FOO F ). 2. Adjust the effect using the arrow keys until it matches the other units when set at the same control value. Offsets are adjustable from 1 to 255. Press [ENTER] to save the calibration.

section 4

OPERATION
This section describes the effects and how personality settings affect their behavior. Selecting personalities from the control panel is described in the previous section.

DMX-512 control

The MAC 250 and MAC 250+ can be operated with DMX-512 controllers in 4 modes that combine vector and/or tracking control with 8-bit or 16-bit pan/tilt resolution.
Tr a c k i n g c o n t r o l
With tracking control, the speed at which effects move is set by programming a cross-fade time on the controller. The controller divides the move into steps and updates the fixture with small changes at the rate required to achieve the fade. The fixture tracks the changes and averages them with a digital filter algorithm to provide smooth movement at all speeds. This algorithm is adjustable to compensate for controllers that calculate position changes unevenly. In most cases the default settings work well. If movement is not satisfactory there are 2 parameters that can be adjusted. The first is the calculation method used and is selected under PE RS/ TRA C/M OdE. MOd 1 , the default, calculates speed based on the absolute value of the change in DMX; it is the best choice with controllers that calculate intermediate positions that are close to the line of travel. MOd 2 uses the real value of the DMX delta to calculate speed and is better if the intermediate positions stray significantly from the line of travel. The second parameter is the number of position updates used to calculate speed. The level is adjustable between 1 and 10 under PE RS/ TRAC /CA L. Increasing the number of samples increases the distance over which speed is calculated, making movement smoother but less responsive to sudden changes. The ideal settings for both parameters will vary from controller to controller: experiment for best results.

Ve c t o r c o n t r o l

With vector control, you set the speed on a speed channel. This provides a way to control speed on controllers without cross-faders. Vector control also provides smoother movement, particularly at slow speeds, with controllers that send slow or irregular tracking updates, plus a blackout speed and overrides of the shortcut and pan/tilt speed personality settings. When using vector speed, the cross-fade time must be 0. Tracking control can be enabled in vector mode by setting one or both of the speed channels to tracking speed.
8-bit versus 16-bit pan/tilt resolution
With 8-bit pan/tilt resolution, pan and tilt are divided into 256 equal increments. Finer position control and smoother movement are provided in 16-bit mode, which divides pan into 40,192 positions and tilt into 43,008 positions.

Mar tin RS-485 con trol

The MAC 250 is fully supported by the Martin 3032 controller with version 2.05 or higher software. The MAC 250+ may be set up on the 3032 as a MAC 250: gobo indexing, however, is not supported. To respond to the 3032, Martin mode must be selected or automatic protocol detection must be enabled as described on page 10.

Controllable effects

All mechanical effects are reset to a home position when the fixture is powered up. They can also be reset via DMX. Accidental resets can be prevented by turning DMX Reset (PERS /dR ES ) off. An on-the-fly position correction system automatically corrects the position of the color and gobo wheels; this feature can be disabled by turning Effects Feedback (PE RS/ EFFb ) off. General operation may be optimized for speed or quietness with the Studio Mode setting (PER S/S TUd ).
With the default setting, the lamp remains off until a lamp on command is sent from the controller. Note: A peak of electric current that can be many times the operating current is drawn for an instant when striking a discharge lamp. Striking many lamps at once may cause a voltage drop large enough to prevent lamps from striking or draw enough
current to trip circuit breakers. If sending lamp on commands to multiple fixtures, program a sequence that strikes lamps one at a time at 5 second intervals. The fixture automatically strikes the lamp within 90 seconds of being powered on if the Automatic Lamp On setting (PER S/AL ON ) is turned on. A delay determined by the fixture address staggers lamp strikes to prevent excessive voltage drop and current draw. The lamp can be turned off from the controller. Note: the lamp cannot be restruck for 8 minutes after being turned off. Accidental lamp off commands can be prevented by turning the DMX Lamp Off setting (PER S/d LOF ) off.

Figure 5

Custom glass gobos for the MAC 250 and MAC 250+ should be made with any non-reversible graphics true on the coated side. Complete gobo specifications are listed on page 27. Do not use chrome-coated glass gobos: they absorb more heat than enhanced aluminum gobos and are likely to break or oxidize.

Changing gobos

1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to cool. Remove the top head shell as shown in Figure 5. 2. Turn the gobo wheel until the gobo lines up with the access hole. Squeeze the ends of the retention spring together and remove. Push the gobo out from the back. 3. Insert the new gobo. See Figure 7 for proper orientation. 4. Replace the gobo retention spring.

Figure 6

Gobo orientation
Figure 7 shows the correct orientation for different gobo types. When in doubt, install gobos with the more reflective side towards the lamp. Coated side towards lamp Coated Glass Gobos Uncoated side towards stage
When an object is held up to the coated side there is no space between the object and its reflection. The back edge of the gobo cannot be seen when looking through the coated side.
When an object is held up to the uncoated side there is a space between the object and its reflection. The back edge of the gobo can be seen when looking through the uncoated side.

Textured Glass Gobos

Smooth side towards lamp
Textured side towards stage
Reflective side towards lamp Metal Gobos

Black side towards stage

True image towards lamp Image/text Gobos
Reversed image towards stage
Figure 7: Gobo orientation
C h a n g i n g c o l o r f i l t e r s ( M AC 0 + o n l y )
1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to cool. 2. Remove the top head shell as shown in Figure 5. 3. Turn the color wheel so the desired color filter is in front of the access hole. Press the filter forwards slightly to release it and then grasp it by the edges and remove. 4. To insert a filter, slide it under the retention spring until it snaps into place. 5. Replace the top head shell.

Figure 8

C o n f i g u r i n g t h e o p t i c a l s y s t e m ( M AC 0 o n l y )

Beam angle options

The standard MAC 250 lens system can be configured for 4 beam angles ranging from 12.1 to 23.3. The beam angle in the default 4-lens configuration is 17.5. Other beam angles are achieved by removing lenses and positioning the dimmer module as shown below. Note: dimming will be somewhat less even in the 12.1 configuration. To calculate the projected size of an image, divide the gobos image diameter by the focal length and then multiply by the distance in meters.
Figure 9: MAC 250 optical configurations

Beam Angle

12.1 14.6 17.5 23.3

Focal Length

80.2 mm 66.3 mm 55.2 mm 41.2 mm

Remove Lens

1 (40 mm) 2 (50 mm) 3 (60 mm)

Dimmer Position

forward forward rear rear
Table 6: MAC 250 optical configurations Changing beam angle
Verify that lenses and retention springs are fully seated. 1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to cool. 2. Remove the top head shell as shown in Figure 5. 3. Remove and/or replace lenses as required. To remove lens 1, first remove lens 2 as described next. Then pull out the retention spring for lens 1 and tilt the module or head until the lens drops out. Catch it in a soft cloth. Store the lens together with the spring in a safe place. Replace lens 2 and the module(s). To remove lens 2, remove either the color/gobo/focus module or the dimmer and prism modules as described below. Pull out the retention spring for lens 2 and tilt the module or head until the lens drops out. Catch it in a soft cloth. Store the lens together with the spring in a safe place. Replace the module(s). To remove lens 3, pull the lens clip back. Tilt the head until the lens drops out and catch it with a soft cloth. Store the lens together with the spring in a safe place. 4. Move the dimmer module to the forward or rear position as indicated in Figure 9. Make sure as you position the module that the bottom sits between the guide pins in the bottom shell. Pull the locking pins up and then snap them down to lock. 5. Replace the head cover. Position the holes by the lens opening over the nipples and check that all wires are inside the head as you lower the cover into place. Push the locking pins in with a flat-tip screwdriver and turn them clockwise until they lock (1/2 turn).

Removing modules

Color/gobo/focus module
1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to cool. 2. Remove the top head shell as shown in Figure 5. 3. MAC 250: Unplug the wires from the color and gobo wheel sensors and the 3 top motors. MAC 250 +: Unplug the wires from the color wheel sensor and the 3 top motors. Unplug the outside connector from the junction print behind the gobo wheel. 4. Pull up the 2 plastic locking pins to release the module. Move the starter wires aside and lift the module partially out. Unplug the wires from the bottom motor.

Dimmer module

1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to cool. 2. Remove the top head shell as shown in Figure 5. 3. Note whether the module is in the forward or rear position. (The MAC 250 + gives best results with the dimmer in the forward position.) 4. Unplug the wires from the top dimmer motor. Pull up the 2 plastic locking pins to release the module. Unplug the wires from the bottom motor.

Prism module

1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow it to cool. 2. Remove the top head shell as shown in Figure 5. 3. Remove the dimmer module. 4. Pull the 2 plastic locking pins to release the prism module. Lift the module partially out and unplug the wires from motors.

Cleaning

Optical components
Use care when cleaning optical components. The surface on dichroic filters is achieved by means of special multi-layer coatings and even small scratches may be visible. Residues from cleaning fluids can bake onto components and ruin them. 1. Allow the components to cool completely. 2. Wash dirty lenses and filters with isopropyl alcohol. A generous amount of regular glass cleaner may also be used, but no residues may remain. 3. Rinse with distilled water. Mixing the water with a small amount of wetting agent such as Kodak Photoflo will help prevent streaking and spotting. 4. Dry with a clean, soft and lint-free cloth or blow dry with compressed air.
To maintain adequate cooling it is important that the fans be cleaned of dust and dirt periodically. Use a soft brush, vacuum, or compressed air.

Lubrication

Use silicone lubricant, Martin P/N 37302003 (500 ml) or P/N 37302004 (200 ml, in applicator bottle). No other lubricant is approved for use. When applying lubricant, always remove excess and do not get oil on other parts. Check the focus mechanism when the head is open and apply a drop of lubricant to the 3 metal slides if movement is rough. Lubricate the rotating-gobo bearings if movement is rough on slow rotation or if they become noisy. Apply a few drops of oil to each bearing from the lamp side of the wheel.

Replacing fuses

Po w e r s u p p ly f u s e s
The fuses for each of the 3 low-voltage power supplies are located on the printed circuit board. If one of the circuit board LEDs does not light, one of these fuses may be blown. 1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Remove the 2 Philips screws from the plastic cover on the arm opposite the side with the visible motor and pull off the cover. 2. Locate and replace the defective fuse with one of the same rating. The fuses are shown on the PCB layout diagram; their values are listed on page 27. 3. Replace the cover before applying power.

Main fuse

The main fuse holder is built in to the mains input socket. Never replace the fuse with one of a different rating! 1. Unplug the mains cable from the input socket. 2. Pry open the fuse holder and remove the fuse. 3. Replace the fuse with one of the same type and rating. The fuse rating is listed on serial number label. 4. Close the fuse holder and replace the mains cable.

Changing the XLR pin-out

The signal polarity of pins 2 and 3 on the XLR connectors can be reversed, allowing the fixture to be connected directly to Martin devices wired with pin 3 cold (-). Optionally, a phase-reversing cable may be used. 1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Remove the 2 Philips screws from the plastic cover on the arm opposite the side with the visible motor and pull off the cover.

PL234 PL233 PL234 PL233

Martin pin-out

DMX pin-out (default)

Figure 10: XLR jumpers
2. Position the jumpers on PL 233 and PL 234 for the desired XLR pin-out as shown. 3. Replace the cover before applying power.

Updating software

The MAC 250 and MAC 250+ operate with the same software. Updates are available from your Martin dealer and the Martin Professional web site. Please read the update notes included with the software. Note: the software automatically defaults to the correct gobo type setting (P ERS /GT YP ) in unmodified fixtures.

Normal upload

Update software is uploaded to the MAC 250 and MAC 250+ using a Martin uploader such as the MPBB1. The uploader is connected to the fixture just like a controller. Under normal conditions, software can be installed from a remote location - there is no need to set the MAC 250 and MAC 250+ to boot mode. Please refer to the uploader manual for further instructions.

Boot mode upload

If the data is corrupted during transmission, a check-sum error (CS ER ) occurs and after 15 seconds the fixture switches to boot mode (U PLd ) and is ready for a boot mode upload as described in the uploader manual. If a software upload is interrupted, the fixture must be turned off for at least 10 seconds before a new upload can be attempted. When powered on, a check-sum error occurs and the fixture goes into boot mode, ready for a second upload attempt. Select boot mode upload on the uploader. If there is no functional software in memory, the fixture must be set to boot mode manually. If the control panel works, select UP Ld from the U TIL menu and confirm when S URE is displayed by pressing [ENTER].

If the control panel does not work, boot mode can be engaged by moving jumper PL121 on the main circuit board to pins 1 and 2 as follows. 1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Remove the plastic cover from the arm opposite the side with the visible motor. 2. Move jumper PL121 to pins 1 and 2 (hard boot setting). See also the diagram on page 26.

PIN 1 PL121

normal setting

hard boot setting

Figure 11: Hard boot jumper
3. Perform a boot-mode upload as described in the uploader manual. 4. Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Move the hard boot jumper back to the normal setting and replace the cover.
C h a n g i n g vo l t ag e a n d f r e q u e n cy s e t t i n g s

Local AC Voltage

95 - 110 V 110 - 130 V 200 - 220 V 220 - 240 V 240 - 260 V

50 Hz Setting

100 V, 50 Hz 120 V, 50 Hz 210 V, 50 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz 250 V, 50 Hz

60 Hz Setting

100 V, 60 Hz 120 V, 60 Hz 210 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 60 Hz 250 V, 60 Hz

Maximum power (watts)

Maximum current (amps)

4.1 3.2 2.2 1.8 1.7

Table 7: Power supply settings and consumption
If the factory voltage and frequency setting, shown on the serial number label, does not match local conditions, rewire the fixture as follows. 1. Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Remove the top base cover closest to the power inlet. 2. Find the correct setting for your AC voltage and frequency in Table 7. 3. Locate the 7-terminal connection block inside the base. Move the blue wire to the 0 or 20 V terminal, the brown wire to the 120, 230, or 250 V terminal; and the black wire to the 50 or 60 Hz terminal as shown for each setting in Figure 12.
0V BLUE 20 V 120 V BROWN 230 V 250 V 60 Hz 50 Hz BLACK 0 V BLUE 20 V 120 V BROWN 230 V 250 V 60 Hz 50 Hz BLACK 0V BLUE 20 V 120 V BROWN 230 V 250 V 60 Hz 50 Hz BLACK 0V 20 V 120 V 230 V BROWN 250 V 60 Hz 50 Hz BLACK 0 V BLUE 20 V 120 V 230 V 250 V BROWN 60 Hz 50 Hz BLACK

100 V / 50 Hz

0V BLUE 20 V 120 V BROWN 230 V 250 V BLACK 60 Hz 50 Hz

120 V / 50 Hz

0V 20 V BROWN 120 V 230 V 250 V BLACK 60 Hz 50 Hz

210 V / 50 Hz

230 V / 50 Hz
0 V BLUE 20 V 120 V 230 V BROWN 250 V BLACK 60 Hz 50 Hz

250 V / 50 Hz

0V 20 V 120 V 230 V BROWN 250 V BLACK 60 Hz 50 Hz

100 V / 60 Hz

120 V / 60 Hz

210 V / 60 Hz

230 V / 60 Hz

250 V / 60 Hz

Figure 12: Voltage and frequency settings

section 6

APPENDIXES

DMX protocol

DMX1 DMX2 DMX3 DMX4
0 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 255

Percent

0-- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 100

Function

Shutter, Strobe, Reset, Lamp On/Off Shutter closed Shutter open Strobe, fastslow Shutter open Opening pulse, fast slow Closing pulse, fast slow Shutter open Random strobe, fast Random strobe, medium Random strobe, slow Shutter open Random opening pulse, fast Random opening pulse, slow Random closing pulse, fast Random closing pulse, slow Shutter open Reset fixture, see note 1 Shutter open Lamp on Shutter open Lamp off: time > 5 seconds, see note 2 Dimmer Closed open Color Continuous Scroll: full color positions: White CTC Yellow 603 Blue 104 Pink 312 Green 206 Blue 108 Red 301 Magenta 507 Blue 101 Orange 306 Green 202 Purple 502 Stepped Scroll Purple 502 Green 202 Orange 306 Blue 101 Magenta 507 Red 301 Blue 108 Green 206 Pink 312 Blue 104 Yellow 603 CTC White Continuous Rotation CW, fast slow CCW, slow fast Random color Fast Medium Slow

1If DMX Reset is disabled in the menu, a reset command can only be executed if the CTC filter is selected, the prism is on (not rotating) and the open gobo is selected. 2 If DMX Lamp Off is disabled in the menu, a lamp off command can only be executed if the CTC filter is selected, the prism is on (not rotating) and the open gobo is selected.
156 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 207
61 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 81

208 - - 245

82 - - 96

246 - - - 255

96 - - - 100

0-- - - - - - - - 89

0-3 4-- - - - - - - 35
Gobo selection and shake Open gobo Gobo 1 Gobo 2 Gobo 3 Gobo 4 Gobo 5 Gobo 6 Gobo 7 Gobo 8 Shake Gobo 8 slow fast Gobo 7 slow fast Gobo 6 slow fast Gobo 5 slow fast Gobo 4 slow fast Gobo 3 slow fast Gobo 2 slow fast Gobo 1 slow fast Continuous rotation CW slow fast CCW fast slow Gobo selection and shake Indexing: set position on channel 5 Open gobo Gobo 1 Gobo 2 Gobo 3 Gobo 4 Gobo 5 Gobo 6 Gobo 7 Gobo 8 Rotation: set velocity on channel 5 Open gobo Gobo 1 Gobo 2 Gobo 3 Gobo 4 Gobo 5 Gobo 6 Gobo 7 Gobo 8 Rotation with shake, slow fast: set velocity on ch. 5 Gobo 8 Gobo 7 Gobo 6 Gobo 5 Gobo 4 Gobo 3 Gobo 2 Gobo 1 Continuous scroll: set velocity of gobo rotation on ch. 5 CW slow fast CCW fast slow Gobo rotation (select gobo on channel 4) Index position 0 - 395 (only if gobo type = indexed) Continuous rotation (direction and speed) No rotation CW, slow fast CCW, fast slow No rotation

if gobo type = standard

90 - - - - - - - - 209

35 - - - - - - - - 82

210 - - 255

82 - - 100

0-4 5-- - - - - - - 44
0-1 1-3 3-5 6-7 7-- - - - 17

4 if gobo type = indexed

45 - - - - - - - - - 89

17 - - - - - - - - - 35

0 - 0-- - - 255

0 - 100

0-- - - 100

DMX2 6

0 - - - - - - 215
0 - 100 0-- - - - 84 Focus Infinity 2 meters
Prism Prism off Rotating prism, CCW fast slow No rotation Rotating prism, CW slow fast Prism off Prism/Gobo Macros Macro 1 Macro 2 Macro 3 Macro 4 Macro 5 Macro 6 Macro 7 Macro 8 Pan Left right (128 = neutral) Pan Fine (LSB) Left right Tilt Up down (128 = neutral) Tilt Fine (LSB) Up down Pan/Tilt Speed Tracking Fast slow Tracking, PTSP NORM (menu override) Tracking, PTSP FAST (menu override) Blackout while moving Effects Speed Dimmer, focus Tracking mode Fast slow Tracking Maximum speed Color Tracking mode Speed, fast slow Tracking, SCUT OFF (menu override) Tracking, SCUT ON (menu override) Blackout while moving Gobo selection Normal (no blackout) Normal, SCUT OFF (menu override) Normal, SCUT ON (menu override) Blackout while moving Indexed gobo rotation (only if gobo type = indexed) Tracking mode Fast slow Tracking Blackout while moving Prism Normal (no blackout) Blackout while moving

216 - - - - - - - - - - - - 255 0-- - - - 255
84 - - - - - - - - - - - - 100 0-- - - - 100

0-- - - 255

0-- - - - - - - - 255

0-- - - - 100

0 - - - - 100

0 - - 255

0 - - 100

Error messag es

Display readout AUTO (Automatic protocol detection error) LERR (Lamp error) Appears if. Automatic protocol detection is enabled and there is no control input. What to do Verify that controller is connected properly and sending data.
. the lamp doesnt ignite within 10 min- Check the lamp utes of receiving the Lamp ON com Check voltage and frequency settings mand.the EEPROM memory cannot be read.a software upload is unsuccessful. there is no communication between the control panel and motherboard. This appears briefly when switching on the fixture. the fixture detects the lamp is ON but no Lamp ON command has been received. This can occur if the lamp relay is stuck. you attempt to strike the lamp within 8 minutes after having switched it off. The fixture will store the Lamp ON instruction and strike the lamp once the 8 minutes period has elapsed.pan (FbEp), tilt (FbET) or both (FbER) feedback circuits are malfunctioning. Contact service technician. Reload software, see page 20. Check fuses. Check cable between control panel and motherboard. Reinstall software. Contact service technician. The fixture may be operated but remote lamp on/off may be effected. Contact service technician. Wait until the lamp strikes.
MERR (Memory error) CSER (Check-sum error) ****

ShER (Short error)

Hot (Hot lamp)
FbEP (Feedback error pan) FbET (Feedback error tilt) FbER (Feedback error pan/tilt)
The fixture will still operate, though with reduced maximum speed to prevent the fixture from losing track of its position. Contact service technician. After the time-out the fixture will work normally. Contact service technician.
PAER (Pan time-out) TIER (Tilt time-out) COER (Color wheel time-out) RgER (Rot. gobo time-out)
.the pan or tilt indexing circuit is malfunctioning.
.the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunc- After the time-out, the effect in questions (e.g. sensor defective or magnet tion stops in a random position. missing). Contact service technician.
Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g
Problem Probable cause(s) No power to fixture. One or more of the fixtures is completely dead. Primary fuse blown. Secondary fuse(s) blown (located on PCB inside base). Fixtures reset correctly but all respond erratically or not at all to the controller. The controller is not connected. 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 Data link not terminated with 120 termination plug. Fixtures reset correctly but some respond erratically or not at all to the controller. Incorrect addressing of the fixtures. One of the fixtures is defective and disturbs data transmission on the link. Remedy Check that power is switched on and cables are plugged in. Replace fuse. Check fuses on PCB and replace. Connect controller. Install a phase-reversing cable between the controller and the first fixture on the link. Inspect connections and cables. Correct poor connections. Repair or replace damaged cables. Insert termination plug in output jack of the last fixture on the link. Check address and protocol settings. Bypass one fixture at a time until normal operation is regained: unplug both connectors and connect them directly together. Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician. Install a phase-reversing cable between the fixtures or swap pins 2 and 3 in the fixture that behaves erratically. Disable effects feedback. Contact Martin technician for service.

* Set ch. 3, 4, and 7 to value marked to override disabled function. T = tracking mode (0-2 & 246-251) S = normal PTSP / shortcuts off (Overrides personality setting) F = fast PTSP / shortcuts on (Overrides personality setting) = blackout speed (252-255) = variable speed, points to fast

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Built from the ground up for greater performance and featuring an elegant streamlined look, Martin Professionals 250-watt moving head series includes the high performance MAC 250 Wash and two profile spot versions; the MAC 250 Krypton and the full-featured MAC 250 Entour. Extremely flexible lighting tools, the MAC 250 Series successfully combines high light output with compact size, ideal tools for club installation, retail and leisure, studio, special events and touring markets.

Contents:

Intro MAC 250 Entour MAC 250 Krypton MAC 250 Wash MAC 250 Series Specifications 2 4-5 6-7 8-9 10-11 12
The MAC 250 Entour features an enhanced optical system that produces unsurpassed quality imaging which, together with the added array of graphical effects, an achromatic lens system and additional gobo wheel make the Entour a powerful lighting tool. Also included is a specially designed dimming system for exceptionally smooth and even dimming. By achieving new standards in light output and image quality, the Entour is ideal for environments where powerful effects are required like stage, studio and event applications, permanent installations and much more.

Superior optics

In the MAC 250 Entour, a 17-degree achromatic lens system produces razor sharp picture quality of any projected image. A narrow angle 14-degree lens is also included with the Entour for longer projection throws.

Replaceable gobos

The Entour houses a rotating and indexing gobo wheel with seven slots plus open equipped with a combination of metal, dichroic glass and structured glass gobos. In addition the Entour features a fixed gobo wheel with 10 replaceable metal gobos giving lighting professionals an even wider range of graphical effects possibilities. Also included with the Entour is a series of beam reduction gobos for easy adjustment of beam size.

Enhanced dimming system

The Entour features an enhanced high resolution dimming system similar to the MAC 2000 that provides exceptionally smooth and even dimming.

Easy handling

The Entour includes in it's additional features: an easily accessible, multiposition tilt lock which eases handling when moved on a frequent basis, and a convenient, low noise operation mode is included for noise sensitive studio environments.

Prism and Focus

A bi-directional, 3-facet prism is smooth and rotates at variable speeds, adding unique effects to gobo projection. The prism can also be replaced giving lighting professionals an added customizable feature. The Entour is also equipped with a remote focus for additional effect possibilities, as well as various preset patterns for valuable programming timesavings.
The MAC 250 Krypton features super efficient optics for brighter output, sharp gobo designs, advanced movement and an innovative, modular design for ease of maintenance. The MAC 250 Krypton is fully equipped to tackle a variety of markets from club and installation, retail and leisure to special events and more.

Combined Dimmer/Shutter

Variable and smooth dimming is possible via a combined dimmer/shutter. Two user selectable dimmer curves are available, linear or simulated tungsten. Extremely fast strobe effects are also possible with variable speeds of up to 20Hz.

New Gobo Designs

For completely fresh graphical looks, a newly designed rotating and indexing gobo wheel offers a new selection of replaceable metal and dichroic gobos. The 16-bit precision gobo wheel houses 7 slot plus open, all of which are fully indexing and have variable speed rotation.

Saturated Color

Rich color shades are provided from a motorized color wheel housing 12 dichroic color filters plus open with split position possibilities. All color filters are replaceable, and with a wide variety of optional colors available, designers can customize the color palette to fit their needs.

Prism and focus

A bi-directional, 3-facet prism rotates smoothly at variable speeds, adding unique effects to gobo projection. The prism can also be replaced giving lighting professionals an added customizable feature. The MAC 250 Krypton is also equipped with a remote focus, allowing both sharp and soft images to be projected. Various preset macros are also included with the fixture to save valuable programming time.

Superior Optics

Using the industry standard long-life, Philips MSD 250/2 discharge lamp and the standard Fresnel lens, the MAC 250 Wash splashes out light onto a wide area (18- 35). A simple change of the front lens makes wide beam angles possible with the 59 diffuser lens giving an angle range of 59 - 67.
CMY Mixing System & Color Wheel
A CMY (cyan, magenta, yellow) color mixing system provides virtually unlimited color choices while a separate 6 slot plus open color wheel complements with color correction and other filters. All color slots are replaceable and split colors are possible.

Zoom Effect

Zoom effect possibilities are provided by a variable frost filter. Smooth continuous transition from standard wash to flood creates the same zoom possibilities as conventional 1 and 2kW lights

Silent Running

Using the latest fan technology the MAC 250 Wash is an exceptionally quiet fixture. The head and base contain temperature sensors to ensure that fan speeds are kept to a minimum; bringing noise levels right down to suit theater and TV studio applications.

MAC 250 Wash

The new MAC 250 Wash is equipped with remarkably efficient reflector technology for greater output, extraordinarily fast and quiet movement, a variable frost filter for zoom effect and a CMY color mixing system with a complementing color wheel. Sporting the award winning traits of the MAC family, the MAC 250 Wash features user friendly modularity and the sleek exterior design of the new 250 range.

Enhanced Dimming System

The MAC 250 Wash features an enhanced high resolution dimming system similar to the MAC 2000 that provides exceptionally smooth and even dimming.

MAC 250 Series

Engineered for exellence inside and out.
Modular design and easy maintenance
The MAC 2000 inspired modular housing is not only stylish, allowing the MAC 250 family to fit smartly into any application, the design makes service and maintenance simple with fast access to modules and critical components. The MAC 250 series is available in the standard black, white or titanium finish.
Specifications are subject to change without notice

Glass Reflector

An extremely effective, multi-layered, dichroic reflector gives the MAC 250 Series an exceptional output - surpassing its competitive peers using condenser based optical systems.
Martins fastest moving heads ever
The latest in pan and tilt motor technology produces smooth, quiet and ultra-rapid movement, making the new MAC 250 fixtures the fastest moving heads that Martin has ever produced - and faster than competitive fixtures. Movement range is 540 of pan x 257 of tilt. If knocked out of position, a high-speed, automatic reset function realigns the fixture in seconds.

Flightcase option

For complete protection and convenient transport, the MAC 250 series is available in durable, double fixture flightcases. Made from top quality materials, the flight case comes in a tough, water repellent 9mm thick ply, with aluminum edge protection, steel corners, resilient roller castors and convenient spring-back, steel carrying handles for easy grip and handling. Practical windows are placed in the lid of the flight cases to allow easy bar code scanning of fixtures when moving them in and out of facilities.

Switchable power

A convenient, easily switchable power supply covers worldwide voltages and frequencies.

Communications

All MAC 250's are DMX-512 controllable, equipped with 3 and 5 pin XLR IN/OUT connectors for data, and prepared for future new standards such as ACN or Ethernet based protocol. The new series also includes a new light sensitive yellow LED display for easy fixture programming, and customized settings allow each user to cater the fixture to their liking. The display provides easy to use maintenance menus and concise error messages.

MAC 250 Krypton

Physical
Base length: 375 mm (14.8 in) Protocol: USITT DMX-512 Base width: 315 mm (12.4 in) Control Channels: 14/17 Yoke width: 393 mm (15.5 in) Data I/O: Locking 3-pin & 5-pin XLR, pin 1 shield, pin Height: 538 mm (21.2 in) 2 cold (-), pin 3 hot (+) Weight: 22.4 kg (49 lbs) Setting and Addressing: LED control panel, remote Beam effects w/ MP-2 Uploader High speed replaceable Pan / Tilt Resolution: rotating 3 facet prism 16 bit Dimmer/Shutter Gobo Indexing Resolution: Full range dimming 16 bit Variable speed strobe Movement Control: Tracking or Vector Color Software Installation: 1 Motorized Color Wheel, serial upload (MUF) fitted with 12 replaceable colors, plus open Cooling Split color function Low noise cooling Continuous 'Rainbow' Fan speed regulation mode effect

MAC 250 Entour

Base length: 375 mm (14.8 in) Protocol: USITT DMX-512 Base width: 315 mm (12.4 in) Control Channels: 15/18 Yoke width: 393 mm (15.5 in) Data I/O: Locking 3-pin & 5-pin XLR, pin 1 shield, pin Height: 538 mm (21.2 in) 2 cold (-), pin 3 hot (+) Weight: 22.4 kg (49 lbs) Setting and Addressing: LED control panel, remote Beam effects w/ MP-2 Uploader High speed replacable Pan / Tilt Resolution: 16 bit rotating 3 facet prism Gobo Indexing Resolution: Dimmer/Shutter 16 bit Full range dimming Movement Control: Tracking Variable speed strobe or Vector Software Installation: serial Color upload (MUF) 1 Motorized Color Wheel, fitted with 12 replaceable Cooling colours, plus open Low noise cooling Split colour function Fan speed regulation mode Continuous 'Rainbow' Rigging effect Mounts in any orientation Pan/Tilt with 1 or 2 clamps Pan: 540 degrees Convenient 1/4 turn Tilt: 257 degrees fastener clamp attachment with 16 bit control Stands directly on the floor
Base length: 375 mm (14.8 in) Base width: 315 mm (12.4 in) Yoke width: 393 mm (15.5 in) Height: 538 mm (21.2 in) Weight: 22.9 kg (50.4 lbs)

Control

Cooling

Low noise cooling Fan speed regulation mode

Rigging

Dimmer/Shutter
Full range dimming Variable speed strobe
Mounts in any orientation with 1 or 2 clamps Convenient 1/4 turn fastener clamp attachment Stands directly on the floor

Pan/Tilt

Pan: 540 degrees Tilt: 257 degrees with 16 bit control
1 Motorized Rotating Gobo wheel, fitted with 7 replaceable gobos, plus open Gobo 'Shake' function Continuous wheel rotation

Electrical

Motorized focus from 2m to infinity
AC input: 3-prong IEC male socket Power supply options:100/ 120/ 210/230/ 250V, 50/ 60Hz., switch selectable Power consumption: 314 W, 2.7 A @ 120V / 60 Hz 323 W, 1.6 A @230V/ 50 Hz
1 Motorized Rotating Gobo wheel, fitted with 7 replaceable gobos, plus open 1 Fixed Gobo wheel, fited with 10 replaceable metal gobos, plus open Gobo 'Shake' function Continuous wheel rotation
AC input: 3-prong IEC male socket Power supply options:100/ 120/ 210/ 230/ 250V, 50/ 60Hz., switch selectable Power consumption: 314 W, 2.7 A @ 120V / 60 Hz 323 W, 1.6 A @230V/ 50 Hz
Full Cyan, Magenta, Yellow AC input: 3-prong IEC male socket color mixing Wiring Options: Additional 6 slot, plus 100/120/210/230/250 V, open color wheel with 50/60 Hz replaceable filters Power current consumption: Pan/Tilt 314 W, 2.7 A @ 120V / 60 Hz Pan: 540 degrees 323 W, 1.6 A @230V/ 50 Hz Tilt: 257 degrees Included Items with 16 bit control 59 Wide Angle lens Optics 250W lamp 6800 lumens T-omega bracket, 18 beam angle with MAC 250/300 1/4-turn standard lens, 35 XLR cable, 5 m (16.4 ft), combined with frost filter black, 3-pin Optional Wide Angle lens of 59, 67 combined with Mains cable, 3 m (9.8 ft), IEC 3-pin frost filter User manual Glass dichroic reflector

Source

Ordering information

Optics

Included Items
5000 lumens Glass cold light reflector 20.6 degree beam angle
Philips MSD 250/2 (250W, 9000K, 3000hr) lamp Osram HSD 250/78 (250W, 7800K, 3000hr) lamp GE CSD 250/2 (250W, 9000K, 2000hr) lamp

250W lamp T-omega bracket, MAC 250/300 1/4-turn XLR cable, 5 m (16.4 ft), black, 3-pin Mains cable, 3 m (9.8 ft), IEC 3-pin User Manual
MAC 250 Wash in cardboard 90225810 MAC 250 Wash in double flight case 90225800
MAC 250 Krypton in Cardboard; 90225600 MAC 250 Krypton in Flightcase: 90225610

Construction

Modular, service-friendly construction UV resistant fiber reinforced composite shell Shock-resistant chassis Ergonomic carrying handles IP 20 Rating

Accessories/Options

Flightcase for 2 fixtures: P/N 91510014 Quick trigger G-Clamp Half coupler clamp MP-2 Uploader Martin King Dome Outdoor Protection Dome The Martin Wife
250W lamp 14 degree lens option 5000 lumens T-omega bracket, Glass cold light reflector MAC 250/300 1/4-turn 17 degree lens fitted XLR cable, 5 m (16.4 ft), black, 3-pin 14 degree narow angle lens option included Mains cable, 3 m (9.8 ft), IEC 3-pin Source Philips MSD 250/2 (250W, User Manual 9000K, 3000hr) lamp Ordering information Osram HSD 250/78 (250W, MAC 250 Entour in 7800K, 3000hr) lamp Cardboard: 90225710 GE CSD 250/2 (250W, MAC 250 Entour in 9000K, 2000hr) lamp Flightcase: 90225700
Flightcase for 2 fixtures: P/N 91510014 Quick trigger G-Clamp Modular, service-friendly construction Half coupler clamp UV resistant fiber reinforced MP-2 Uploader composite shell Martin King Dome Shock-resistant chassis Outdoor Protection Dome Ergonomic carrying handles The Martin Wife IP 20 Rating
Protocol: USITT DMX-512 (1990) Control channels: 13/19 Data I/O: Locking 3-pin and 5-pin XLR male / female sockets Data pinout: Pin 1 shield, pin 2 cold (-), pin 3 hot (+) Setting and Addressing: LED control panel or remote w/ MP-2 Uploader Pan/Tilt resolution: 16 Bit Movement Control: Tracking and Vector Receiver: Opto-isolated RS 485 Software Installation: serial upload (MUF)
Maximum power and current Magnetic ballast
Volt 100 V 120 V 208 V 230 V 240 V Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz Watt 317 W 314 W 319 W 323 W 326 W Amp 3.4 A 2.7 A 1.7 A 1.6 A 1.5 A power factor PF 0.9 PF 1.0 PF 0.9 PF 0.9 PF 0.9
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