Troubleshooting
 37
Troubleshooting 
Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy
One or more of the fixtures is 
completely dead.
No power to fixture.
Check that power is switched on and cables are 
plugged in.
Fuse blown or internal fault. 
Contact Martin Service or authorized service 
partner. Do not remove base or yoke covers, 
attempt to replace a fuse or carry out any repairs or 
service that are not described in this Safety and 
Installation Manual unless you have both 
authorization from Martin and official Martin service 
documentation.
Fixtures reset correctly but 
respond erratically or not at all 
to the controller. 
Bad data link.
Inspect connections and cables. Correct poor 
connections. Repair or replace damaged cables.
Data link not terminated.
Insert DMX termination plug in data output socket 
of the last MAC Aura XIP on the data link.
Incorrect addressing of fixtures. Check fixture address and protocol settings. 
One of the fixtures is defective and is 
disturbing data transmission on the link.
Unplug the data in and out connectors and connect 
them directly together, or insert a relay cable, to 
bypass one fixture at a time until normal operation 
is regained. Have the fixture serviced by a qualified 
technician.
Power fixtures off and on again to see if a restart 
solves the issue.
Timeout error after fixture reset. Effect requires mechanical adjustment.
Check fixture’s stored error messages for more 
information. Contact Martin Service or authorized 
Martin service partner.
Mechanical effect loses 
position.
Mechanical train requires cleaning, 
adjustment, or lubrication.
Check fixture’s stored error messages for more 
information. Contact Martin Service or authorized 
Martin service partner.
Light output cuts out 
intermittently.
Fixture is too hot.
Check fixture’s stored error messages for more 
information. 
Allow fixture to cool.
Clean fixture.
Reduce ambient temperature.
Control panel display only 
operates when fixture is 
connected to AC mains power.
Onboard battery fully discharged. Contact Martin Service for battery replacement.
Table 4: Troubleshooting