Rush MH-3 Beam User Manual

MH-3 Beam
User Manual
Professional Entertainment Technology

Rush MH-3 Beam Specifications

General

Brand	Rush
Model	MH-3 Beam
Category	Lighting Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

General Hazard Warnings and Precautions

Details specific hazards, risk group classification, and necessary precautions for safe operation, including eye and electrical safety.

Introduction to MH-3 Beam

Product Overview and Features

Highlights the MH-3 Beam's high-performance moving head features, design, and ideal applications.

Physical Installation Guide

Mounting to a Flat Surface

Instructions for securely fastening the fixture to a stable, flat surface, including safety cable use.

Truss Mounting Procedure

Steps for safely clamping the fixture to a truss or rigging structure, ensuring stability and safety.

AC Power Connection

Power Supply Requirements and Safety

Details on grounding, circuit protection, connector types, cable specifications, and voltage compatibility for safe power connection.

Fixture Overview and Components

LED Indicators and Display

Explains the function of status LEDs (POWER, WIRELESS, DMX) and the control panel display.

Control Panel Buttons

Describes the MENU, DOWN, UP, and ENTER buttons for navigating the fixture's interface.

Connectors, Power Switch, and Fuse

Details DMX I/O, AC power input, power switch location, and fuse accessibility.

Pan and Tilt Lock Operation

Safe Engagement and Disengagement

Guidance on disengaging locks for operation and engaging them for moving or transporting the fixture safely.

Control Data Link Setup

DMX Data Connection

Explains DMX512 data link setup using 3-pin and 5-pin XLR connectors for fixture control.

Tips for Reliable Data Transmission

Provides advice on cable types, pin-outs, termination plugs, and splitters for robust data transmission.

Fixture Setup Procedures

Using the Control Menus

Instructions on navigating and operating the fixture's control menus using the panel buttons.

DMX Function Settings

Configuration of DMX address, channel mode, and other DMX-related settings for fixture control.

Fixture Settings Configuration

Pan and Tilt Inversion

Reverses pan or tilt direction for symmetrical effects or inverted mounting configurations.

Pan/Tilt Feedback Function

Enables automatic correction of pan/tilt position errors detected by the fixture's sensors.

Blackout During Movement or Change

Sets the fixture to blackout during gobo changes, color changes, or pan/tilt movement.

Lamp Settings and Control

Manual and DMX Lamp Control

Covers manual ON/OFF, state on power-on, and DMX control for turning the lamp on/off.

Automatic DMX Lamp Activation

Manages automatic lamp activation/deactivation based on DMX signal presence.

Ignition and Power Delay Settings

Configures delay timers for lamp ignition and low power operation to manage lifespan.

Display Settings

Display Inversion

Inverts the control panel display for improved readability in certain mounting orientations.

Backlight Adjustment

Settings for automatic backlight turn-off and manual adjustment of display intensity.

Fixture Test and Information

Automatic and Manual Tests

Performs automatic diagnostic tests or manual testing of individual fixture functions.

Operating Hours and Firmware Version

Displays fixture operating hours, lamp hours, and the installed firmware version.

Reset Functions and Settings

Resetting Specific Functions and Defaults

Allows manual reset of individual functions, effects, or all factory default settings.

Effect Home Position Adjustment

Enables fine-tuning of the home position for various effects like pan, tilt, and gobos.

Effects Overview

Lamp Control and Pan/Tilt Effects

Details lamp control via DMX and pan/tilt movement capabilities, feedback, and blackout.

Dimming, Frost, Zoom, and Strobe

Explains dimming curves, frost filter, zoom range, and variable strobe effects.

Gobo Wheel Functions

Details the rotating gobo wheel with 17 fixed gobos, rotation, and shake effects.

Prism and Color Wheel Effects

Describes the 8-faceted prism and the 14-color wheel with rotation and split color features.

Maintenance and Cleaning

General Safety and Cleaning Precautions

Emphasizes safety during maintenance, the importance of regular cleaning, and avoiding damage.

Lamp Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely replacing the fixture's lamp, including necessary precautions.

Cleaning External Optical Lenses

Instructions for cleaning external optical lenses and fixture surfaces to optimize light output.

Service and Repairs Information

User Serviceability and Authorized Repair

Information on user serviceability, warranty voiding, and obtaining authorized service or repairs.

DMX Protocol Details

Pan, Tilt, Speed & Macro Control

Details DMX channels 1-7 for movement, speed control, and pre-programmed macros.

Color and Gobo Wheel Control

Details DMX channels 8-9 for color wheel selection and gobo wheel functions, including shake.

Prism Effect Control

Details DMX channels for prism effects, indexing, and rotation capabilities.

Zoom, Focus, Frost & Shutter Control

Details DMX channels for zoom, focus, frost, and shutter functions, including strobe effects.

Dimmer Control

Details DMX channels for coarse and fine dimmer control and dimming curve selection.

Control Menu Navigation

DMX Functions and Fixture Settings Menus

Configures DMX address, channel mode, pan/tilt inversion, feedback, and blackout settings.

Lamp Settings Menu

Manages lamp ON/OFF, power-on state, DMX control, and ignition/power delay settings.

Display Settings Menu

Configures display inversion, backlight auto-off, intensity, and temperature units.

Fixture Test, Information, and Resets

Accesses tests, operating hours, firmware, resets for functions, defaults, and maintenance timers.

Offset Menu for Home Position

Adjusting Effect Home Positions

Allows adjustment of home positions for effects like Pan, Tilt, Color, Gobo, Prism, Zoom, Focus, and Frost.

Error Messages and Causes

Common Error Codes and Troubleshooting

Lists common error messages, their potential causes (lamp, temperature, component failures), and when they appear.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Light or Fan Operation Problems

Addresses symptoms like no light or fans not working, and potential causes like power supply or fuse issues.

Control Responsiveness Issues

Troubleshoots unresponsive or intermittently responding control channels due to motor or cable issues.

Lamp Cut-Out and Temperature Problems

Addresses intermittent lamp cut-outs caused by incorrect mains voltage or high internal temperature.

DMX Control Communication Issues

Troubleshoots fixtures not responding to DMX control due to network faults, addressing, or interference.

Product Specifications

Physical Dimensions and Lamp Details

Provides weight, dimensions, approved lamp type, color temperature, CRI, and average lamp lifetime.

Dynamic Effects and Features

Lists features of the color wheel, gobo wheel, pre-programmed effects, shutter, prism, and frost.

Optics, Control, and Construction

Details beam angle, control options (DMX), DMX channels, compliance, construction, and head position adjustments.

Electrical and Thermal Ratings

Specifies typical power consumption, current draw, AC power range, and ambient temperature ratings.

Included Items

Power Cable

Lists the power cable as the primary item included with the fixture.

Product Disposal Guidelines

Environmentally Responsible Disposal

Provides guidelines for recycling the product according to WEEE directive for environmental protection.