MH 4 Beam User Manual Professional Entertainment Technology...
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Table of contents Safety information ......................4 Introduction ........................9 Before using the product for the first time ..............9 Physical installation ......................10 Fastening the fixture to a flat surface ................10 Mounting the fixture on a truss ..................10 Securing with a safety cable ..................
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. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Do not connect any device to the fixture’s MAINS OUT connector when using this cable. If you replace this cable and also use the replacement cable to supply only one fixture with mains power, the RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Ensure that there is free and unobstructed airflow around the fixture. Provide a minimum clearance of 100 mm (4 in.) around fans and air vents. Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches or fuses. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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To minimize the risk of eye irritation or injury, disconnect the fixture from power at all times when the fixture is not in use, and provide well-lit conditions to reduce the pupil diameter of anyone working on or near the fixture. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Never 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. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
Introduction The RUSH MH 4 Beam™ is a compact-beam moving head, equipped with an MSD Platinum 2R lamp in a state-of-the-art optical system. The device is extremely rugged, lightweight and compact, ideal for smaller venues. The fixture produces an intense and narrow beam for spectacular mid-air looks and effects.
The bolts used must be M12, grade 8.8 steel minimum, and fastened with self-locking nuts. 4. Fasten the omega brackets to the base of the fixture using the brackets’ quarter-turn fasteners. Turn quarter- turn fasteners a full 90° to lock them (see illustration on right). RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
(arrowed in illustration on right) and around a secure anchoring point. RUSH by Martin™ can supply suitable safety cables and rigging clamps (see Accessories on page 44). RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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 MH 4 Beam User Manual...
MENU structure, or • Press and hold to exit the menus DOWN Go down a menu branch Go up a menu branch ENTER Confirm the selected menu item 4 - DMX XLR input/output sockets: RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
DMX universe and another daisy-chained link. Note that if a fixture loses its DMX signal it will maintain its current effect until powered off or reset. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
Select any required menu option using the ENTER button. • To return to the previous level in the menu structure without making a change, press the MENU button. • To exit the menus, press and hold the MENU button. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
These settings are useful for symmetrical effects with multiple fixtures, or when coordinating the movement of fixtures that are floor-mounted and rigged upside down. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
• OFF VIA DMX allows the lamp to be powered off by sending a DMX command. • ON IF DMX ON sets the lamp to power on automatically as soon as a DMX signal is present. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
MENU). Automatically turn off display backlight The display backlighting remains on permanently by default when power is applied to the fixture. If you prefer, you can enable Sleep mode, where the RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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3. Press MENU to return to the previous menu level or let the unit idle one minute to exit menu mode. Display warnings To enable or disable error messages in the display if the fixture detects an error: 1. Select DISPLAY WARNING and press ENTER to confirm. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
This counter can be reset. It can be used to monitor the number of lamp operating hours and help you decide when a lamp change is required. 1. Select FIXTURE INFORMATION and press ENTER to confirm. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
1. Select INTERVAL and press ENTER to confirm. The interval time will show on the display. 2. Press MENU button to exit. Remain Time 1. Select Remain Time and press ENTER to confirm. The remaining time will show on the display. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
DOWN and UP buttons to adjust it. 4. Once the correct position has been reached, press ENTER to set this (or to return to the previous menu level without making a change, press MENU). RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
This can be enabled or disabled as required (see ‘Control menus’ on page 35). Dimming Full range mechanical dimming is provided. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
Any gobo can be projected, with split gobos also possible, or the wheel can be rotated clockwise or counter-clockwise at variable speeds. The sharpness of gobo projections can be adjusted using the Focus adjustment DMX channel. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
2. Remove the fixture head covers using a Phillips screwdriver. 3. Remove the fan at the rear of the head. 4. Lift the lamp out of its recess. 5. Disconnect the lamp and connect the replacement lamp. Use an approved lamp only. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
• High airflow rates (near air conditioning vents, for example). • Presence of cigarette smoke. • Airborne dust (from stage effects, building structures and fittings or the natural environment at outdoor events, for example). RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
There are no user serviceable parts inside the fixture. Do not open the housing. Do not try to repair the fixture by yourself as this may result in damage or malfunction, and it may potentially void your product warranty. The fixture RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Installation, on-site service and maintenance can be provided worldwide by the Martin Professional Global Service organization and its approved agents, giving owners access to Martin’s expertise and product knowledge in a partnership that will ensure the highest level of performance throughout the product’s lifetime.
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Pan coarse 0° 540° Fade 0-255 Pan fine Fade 0-255 Tilt coarse 0° 270° Fade 0-255 Tilt fine Fade Fixture control Snap No function (disables calibration) 10-14 Reset fixture 15-19 Reset dimmer/shutter RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Store gobo wheel calibration 220-224 Store focus calibration 225-229 Store color wheel calibration 230-234 Store prism calibration 235-239 Store pan calibration 240-244 Store tilt calibration 245-249 Reset all calibration values to factory defaults 250-255 No function RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
If a pan or tilt position error is detected, the fixture corrects pan/tilt position Bl.O. P/T Moving Blackout during pan or tilt movement Bl.O. Color Change Blackout during color change Bl.O. Gobo Change Blackout during gobo change RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Set display panel contrast Temperature Unit °C Temperature display Celsius/Fahrenheit °F Display Warning Show service warnings in display panel Fixture Test Auto Test Automatic test of all functions Manual Test Manual test of each function RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Reset gobo wheel Focus Reset focus Reset all effects Special Fixture Interval Set new maintenance Functions Maintenance countdown timer period Remain time View maintenance countdown timer Factory Settings Return fixture to factory default settings RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
LED is on, and if interference from not, check all DMX cables proximity to a high- and connections. voltage installation. Check that DMX link is terminated. Check that all devices on RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Symptom Potential cause Remedies 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 MH 4 Beam User Manual...
Shutter ....Strobe effects, pulse effects, instant open and blackout Prism ..6-facet, indexing and rotation with variable direction and speed Focus .................... Motorized Dimmer ............0 - 100% continuous dimming Pan ...................... 540° Tilt ......................270° RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Allow for a deviation of +/- 10%. Thermal Cooling ..................Forced air Maximum ambient temperature (T max.) ......40° C (104° F) Minimum ambient temperature (T min) ........0°C (32° F) Total heat dissipation (calculated, +/- 10%) ......800 BTU/hr. RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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PowerCon connectors, 2.25 m (7.4 ft.) ....... P/N 11541009 Power relay cable, 2.5 mm , H05VV-F, with PowerCon connectors, 3.25 m (10.7 ft.) ......P/N 11541010 Power connectors Neutrik PowerCon NAC3FCA power input connector, cable mount, blue ......... P/N 05342804 RUSH MH 4 Beam User Manual...
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Safety cable, safe working load 50 kg ........P/N 91604003 Related Items RUSH Software Uploader 1™ ........... P/N 91611399 Ordering Information RUSH MH 4 Beam™ in cardboard box ........P/N 90280030 Specifications are subject to change without notice. For latest product specifications, see www.martin.com Disposing of this product RUSH by Martin™...
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