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Martin MAC 350 Entour User Manual

Martin MAC 350 Entour
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MAC 350 Entour
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Martin MAC 350 Entour Specifications

General IconGeneral
Color MixingCMY
Gobo Wheels2
IrisYes
ZoomYes
Pan540°
Tilt270°
Control ProtocolDMX 512
TypeMoving Head
EffectsFrost
Rotating Gobos7 rotating gobos

Summary

Dimensions

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Details safety precautions regarding electrical hazards and shock prevention measures.

Fire and Burn Hazard Prevention

Details safety measures to prevent burns and fire hazards associated with the fixture.

Injury Prevention Guidelines

Outlines safety guidelines to prevent physical injury, particularly eye injury from LED light.

Introduction to MAC 350 Entour

Unpacking and Included Items

Provides instructions for removing the MAC 350 Entour from its packaging and lists included items.

Initial Setup and Connections

First-Time Usage Guide

Essential steps to follow before powering on the fixture for the first time.

Connections Panel Overview

Identifies and describes the various connectors on the fixture's connection panel.

AC Power Requirements

Power Cable and Plug Specifications

Specifies the type, rating, and wiring requirements for the fixture's AC power cable.

AC Power Connection Details

Installing the Power Connector and Fuses

Guides on installing the power connector and replacing mains fuses.

Applying AC Mains Power Safely

Instructions for safely connecting the fixture to AC power sources.

Data Link Configuration

Ensuring Reliable Data Transmission

Provides tips for optimal DMX data integrity and cable selection.

Connecting the Data Link for Control

Describes the physical connections required for DMX control and synchronization.

Physical Installation Guide

Mounting the Fixture on a Truss

Instructions for securely attaching the fixture to a truss or rigging structure.

Setup and Configuration

Control Panel and Menu Navigation

Explains how to use the control panel buttons and navigate through the fixture's menus.

Setting Operation Modes (DMX, Stand-alone, Master/Slave)

Guides on configuring the fixture for DMX, stand-alone, or master/slave operation.

DMX Addressing and Performance Tuning

DMX Address and Protocol Setup

Details setting the DMX start address and selecting DMX modes (8-bit/16-bit).

Tailoring Performance Parameters

Adjusting pan/tilt speed, display settings, and DMX reset behavior.

Advanced Setup Options

Cooling Fan and Dimming Curve Settings

Configuring fan modes and selecting dimming curve profiles.

Custom Settings and Readout Information

Managing custom settings and accessing information like software version and hours of use.

Manual Control and Service Utilities

Manual Operation and Service Utilities Access

Operating the fixture manually and accessing service functions like tests and adjustments.

Readouts: Software, Fan Speed, Hours, Temperature

Tracking operating hours, monitoring temperatures, and viewing software versions.

Service, Calibration, and Firmware

Calibration Procedures and LED Indicators

Calibrating effects and understanding LED indicator functions.

Software Upload and Update Process

Instructions for updating the fixture's firmware.

Effects Overview and Control

Electronic Shutter, Dimming, and Color Wheel

Details on shutter effects, intensity control, and color wheel functionality.

Rotating Gobo Wheel Features

Information on the 6 rotating gobos, indexing, rotation, and shake functions.

Effects Details and Macros

Iris, Focus, and Pan/Tilt Movement

Control over iris, focus, and the full range of pan/tilt movement.

Macro Programs and Chase Sequences

Utilizing pre-programmed sequences and synchronizing them for chase effects.

DMX Operation and Control

8-bit vs. 16-bit DMX Modes

Explanation of DMX modes offering different levels of control precision.

DMX Reset, Speed Control, and Feedback

Managing fixture resets, speed control, and pan/tilt feedback via DMX.

Stand-alone Operation Modes

Programming Stand-alone Scenes

Step-by-step guide to creating and storing scenes for independent operation.

Understanding Stand-alone Scenes and Timing

Defines scenes, fade times, and wait times in stand-alone shows.

Synchronized Operation Modes

Programming Stand-alone Scenes via DMX Controller

Capturing DMX effects into stand-alone scenes.

Synchronized Master/Slave Configuration

Setting up fixtures to synchronize shows in master/slave configurations.

Service and Maintenance

Service Timer and Alert System

Managing the service interval timer and alert system.

Gobo Management and Replacement

Custom Gobo Information and Orientation

Details on using custom gobos, their orientation, and specifications.

Accessing and Changing Effects Components

Effects Access Hatch Operation

Procedure for opening the effects hatch to access gobos and filters.

Replacing Gobos and Color Filters

Guidelines for safely replacing gobos and color filters.

Gobo Replacement and Effect Calibration

Replacing Rotating Gobos

Detailed steps for removing and installing rotating gobos.

Calibrating Effects Settings

Procedures for calibrating focus, pan, and tilt for optimal performance.

Cleaning, Lubrication, and Fuses

Cleaning Procedures for the Fixture

Instructions for cleaning the fixture, including optical components.

Lubrication and Fuse Replacement

Information on lubrication and steps for safely replacing the fixture's mains fuses.

Firmware Installation and Updates

Installing New Fixture Software

Process for updating the fixture's operating software via a PC.

Normal and Boot Mode Upload Procedures

Methods for uploading firmware, including recovery for corrupted software.

Circuit Board Layout

MAC 350 Entour DMX Protocol

Shutter, Intensity, and Color Wheel DMX Control

DMX channel assignments for shutter effects, intensity, and color wheel functions.

Color Wheel Scrolling and Rotation Control

DMX control for color wheel scrolling, rotation, and music-triggered chases.

DMX Protocol: Gobos, Iris, and Focus

Gobo Selection, Rotation, and Shake Control

DMX channels for selecting, rotating, and shaking gobos.

Iris and Focus DMX Control

DMX channels for controlling the motorized iris and focus.

DMX Protocol: Pan/Tilt and Macros

Pan/Tilt Macro Selection via DMX

DMX channel assignments for controlling pan/tilt macro sequences.

DMX Protocol: Effects Speed and Pan/Tilt Settings

Effects Macro Selection and Speed Control

DMX channel assignments for controlling effects macro sequences and their speed.

Pan/Tilt Speed and Movement Modes

DMX channels for pan, tilt, and speed adjustments, including tracking/vector modes.

DMX Protocol: Advanced Settings and Fixture Control

Effects Speed, Color, and Gobo Control

DMX control for effects speed, color settings, and gobo selection.

Fixture Control Settings and Advanced Options

DMX channels for setting fixture parameters like fan mode and dimmer curve.

Control Menu Structure and Navigation

Basic Menu Settings (DMX Address, Modes, Speed)

Configuring DMX address, operation modes, and pan/tilt speed.

Advanced Menu Settings (Fans, Dimming, Display, Errors)

Adjusting fan modes, dimming curves, display settings, and error reporting.

Calibration and Customization Menu Items

Enabling/disabling calibration and managing custom settings.

Control Menu Functions and Readouts

Stand-alone Operation, Factory Defaults, and Configurations

Managing stand-alone operation, saving/loading configurations, and resetting to defaults.

Information Readouts (Software, Fan, Hours, Temp)

Accessing firmware version, fan speed, operating hours, and temperature data.

Control Menu: Detailed Functions

Reset, Intensity, Shutter, Color, Gobo, Iris, Focus Controls

Menu items for controlling fixture attributes like reset, intensity, color, and gobos.

Pan/Tilt, Test Sequences, and Macro Controls

Menu items for pan/tilt movement, test sequences, and macro execution.

DMX Capture and Control Panel Shortcuts

DMX Capture Menu Usage

Capturing DMX scenes into stand-alone sequences.

Control Panel Shortcut Functions

Quick access functions via button combinations on the control panel.

Adjustment Submenu for Technicians

Fixture Reset, Test, and Head Calibration

Service functions for resetting, testing, and calibrating head components.

Focus and Pan/Tilt Calibration Procedures

Procedures for calibrating focus, pan, and tilt for optimal performance.

Display Messages and Error Codes

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Product Specifications Overview

Physical, Dynamic Effects, and Optics Specs

Details on dimensions, effects capabilities, light source, and LED lifetime.

Control, Programming, and Photometric Specs

Information on DMX channels, protocols, stand-alone memory, and photometric data.

Gobo Specifications

Details on gobo dimensions, materials, and recommended types.

Detailed Product Specifications

Construction, Installation, Electrical, and Thermal Specs

Information on housing, mounting, power consumption, and thermal performance.

Approvals, Included Items, and Accessories

Safety certifications, included items, and available accessories.

Final Specifications and Disposal Information

Spare Parts, Ordering, and Disposal

Part numbers for spares, ordering information, and product disposal guidelines.

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