Rush Multibeam 2 User Manual

Versatile effect featuring two moveable led bars

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Multibeam 2

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Professional Entertainment Technology

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Multibeam 2 User Manual Professional Entertainment Technology...
  • Page 2 The Martin logo, the RUSH by Martin logo, the RUSH by Martin name, the Martin name and all other trademarks in this document pertaining to services or products by Martin Professional or its affiliates and subsidiaries are trademarks owned or licensed by Martin Professional or its affiliates or subsidiaries.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety information ..................... 4 Introduction ....................... 8 Before using the product for the first time ............. 8 Physical installation ..................9 Fastening the fixture to a flat surface ............9 Mounting the fixture on a truss ..............9 Securing with a safety cable ...............
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Keep this manual for future use. If you have questions about how to operate the fixture safely, please contact your RUSH by Martin™ dealer or call the Martin™ 24-hour service hotline on +45 8740 0000, or in the USA on 1-888-tech-180.
  • Page 5 In the USA and Canada the cable must be UL listed, type SJT or equivalent. In the EU the cable must be type H05VV-F or equivalent. To connect fixtures to mains power in a chain, you must first RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 6 MAINS OUT throughput socket to MAINS IN input socket, but do not link more than: • seven (7) RUSH Multibeam 2 fixtures in total at 100-120 V, • twelve (12) RUSH Multibeam 2 fixtures in total at 200-240 V.
  • Page 7 Do not attempt to use a fixture that is obviously damaged. Do not modify the fixture or install other than genuine RUSH by Martin™ parts. Refer any service operation not described in this manual to a qualified technician.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    It punches out 10 intense and narrow long-throw beams and features electronic dimming and strobe effects. The Multibeam 2 can be controlled via DMX or set to stand-alone operation, where you can choose from Auto trig (preprogrammed shows) or Music trig (sound-activated shows).
  • Page 9: Physical Installation

    Turn quarter-turn fasteners a full 90° to lock them (see illustration on right). 5. Working from a stable platform, hang the fixture on the truss and fasten the rigging clamp onto the truss. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 10: Securing With A Safety Cable

    Loop the safety cable through the eyebolt in the side of the fixture (see 9 in illustration on page 12) and around a secure anchoring point. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 11: Ac Power

    Blue Brown The fixture has an auto-ranging power supply that accepts AC mains power at 100-240 V at 50/60 Hz. Do not apply AC mains power at any other voltage or frequency to the fixture. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 12: Linking Fixtures To Power In A Chain

    Using 12 AWG or 2.5mm cables from Martin™, you can link: • Maximum seven (7) RUSH Multibeam 2 fixtures in total at 100-120 V, or • Maximum twelve (12) RUSH Multibeam 2 fixtures in total at 200-240 V. Fixture overview...
  • Page 13 The T 6.3A fixture fuse is located in a fuse holder next to the power input/output connectors. 9 - Safety cable attachment Eyebolt for securing the fixture with a secondary attachment such as a safety cable. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 14: Control Data Link

    If a splitter is used, terminate each branch of the link. Connecting the DMX data link To connect the fixture to data: 1. Connect the DMX data output from the controller to the first fixture’s male XLR DMX input connector. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 15: Fixture Setup

    To set the fixture’s DMX address: 1. In the fixture’s control panel, use the UP and DOWN buttons to select DMX ADDRESS and press ENTER. The fixture’s currently set DMX address will blink in the display. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 16: Show Settings

    This is set to No (fixture runs stand- alone show when it does not receive DMX) by default. To adjust the blackout settings: 1. Select BLACKOUT and press the ENTER button to confirm. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 17 LED On (Sleep mode enabled) and press the ENTER button to confirm. 3. Press the ENTER button to confirm (or, to return to the higher level of the menu structure without any change press the MENU button). RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 18: Fixture Settings

    1. Select AUTO TEST and press the ENTER button to confirm. The fixture will run the auto test routine. 7. To return to the higher level of the menu structure without any change press the MENU button. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 19: Fixture Information

    See DMX protocol starting on page 23 for a full list of the DMX channels and values required to control the different effects. Tilt movement Each of the two moveable LED bars can be tilted from 50° to 170° independently. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 20: Strobe Effects

    If one or more of these factors is present, inspect fixtures within their first 100 hours of operation to see whether cleaning is necessary. Check again at frequent intervals. This procedure will allow you to assess cleaning RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 21: Fuse Replacement

    If in doubt, consult your RUSH by Martin dealer about a suitable maintenance schedule. Use gentle pressure only when cleaning, and work in a clean, well-lit area. Do not use any product that contains solvents or abrasives, as these can cause surface damage.
  • Page 22 Please contact your RUSH by Martin supplier for details. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 23: Dmx Protocol

    Green LED 2 - 0-100% 0-255 Blue LED 2 - 0-100% 0-255 White LED 2 - 0-100% 0-255 Red LED 3 - 0-100% 0-255 Green LED 3 - 0-100% 0-255 Blue LED 3 - 0-100% RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 24 Blue LED 9 - 0-100% 0-255 White LED 9 - 0-100% 0-255 Red LED 10 - 0-100% 0-255 Green LED 10 - 0-100% 0-255 Blue LED 10 - 0-100% 0-255 White LED 10 - 0-100% RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 25: Control Menus

    Invert tilt direction, LED bar 2 Reverse Yes/No Reverse LED sequence Auto Test Automatic test of all functions Display fixture’s current Temp temperature Fixture Hours Fixture operating hour counter Currently installed firmware Software Version version Reset Yes/No Reset all effects RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    DMX setup or DMX link See next section. channels is fault. unresponsive or only Damaged step motor or Contact your RUSH by responds cable connection Martin authorized intermittently. between LED bars and distributor for assistance. body. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 27 Check that all devices on DMX link use standard DMX polarity. Attempt to control the fixture with another DMX control device. Move or shield link if it is very close to an unshielded high-voltage installation. RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 28: Specifications

    Minimum LED lifetime ..... 50 000 hours (to >70% luminous output)* Beam angle ....................8° *Figure obtained under manufacturer´s test conditions Construction Color ......................Black Housing .......... High-impact flame-retardant thermoplastic Protection rating ..................IP 20 RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 29 PowerCon connectors, 3.25 m (10.7 ft.) ......P/N 11850101 Cables for connection to power in chains, 16 A, EU Power input cable, 2.5 mm , H05VV-F, with PowerCon input connector, 3 m (9.8 ft.) ......P/N 11541007 RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 30 (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), where applicable. Help preserve the environment! Ensure that this product is recycled at the end of its life. Your supplier can give details of local arrangements for the disposal of RUSH by Martin products RUSH Multibeam 2 User Manual...
  • Page 32 Innovation  Quality  Performance...

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