Troubleshooting 41
Troubleshooting
...there is an onboard RAM memory error.
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assistance.
...there is an onboard programming error.
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assistance.
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.
Primary fuse blown (located near mains
inlet).
Isolate fixture from power and replace fuse.
Secondary fuse(s) blown (located on PCBs
in base).
Isolate fixture from power. Check fuses and
replace.
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 termination plug in output jack of the last
fixture on the link.
Incorrect addressing of the fixtures. Check fixture address and protocol settings.
One of the fixtures is defective and disturbs
data transmission on the link.
Unplug the XLR in and out connectors and
connect them directly together to bypass one
fixture at a time until normal operation is regained.
Have the fixture serviced by a qualified technician.
XLR pin-out on fixtures does not match (pins
2 and 3 reversed).
Install a phase-reversing cable between the
fixtures or swap pins 2 and 3 in the fixture that
behaves erratically.
Timeout error after fixture
reset.
Effect requires mechanical adjustment.
Disable effects feedback (page 15). Contact
Martin technician for service.
Mechanical effect loses
position.
Mechanical train requires cleaning,
adjustment, or lubrication.
Contact Martin technician for service.
No light and
(lamp
error) message displayed.
Lamp blown Disconnect fixture and replace lamp.
Lamp not installed Disconnect fixture and install lamp.
Lamp access safety switch open
Verify that lamp access plate is fully seated and
locked in place.
Lamp cuts out intermittently. Fixture is too hot.
Allow fixture to cool.
Clean fixture.
Reduce ambient temperature.
Table 7: Troubleshooting
Message Appears when... What to do
Table 6: Display messages