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Before you install, operate or service the MAC Aura XB, check the Martin™ website and make sure that you have the latest user documentation for the fixture. Document revisions are indicated at the bottom of page 2.
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• Socket outlets used to supply MAC Aura XB fixtures with power or external power switches must be located near the fixtures and easily accessible so that the fixtures can easily be disconnected from power. • Before using the fixture, check that all power distribution equipment and cables are in perfect condition and rated for the current requirements of all connected devices.
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P R O T E C T I O N F R O M I N J U R Y • Fasten the fixture securely to a fixed surface or structure when in use. The fixture is not portable when installed.
Fixture overview Display Control buttons AC mains power throughput AC mains power input DMX output DMX input Safety cable attachment point Figure 1: Fixture overview Fixture overview...
Introduction Thank you for selecting the MAC Aura XB™, an intelligent lighting fixture from Martin Professional™. This compact LED-based moving-head washlight features: • Support for HD and high-speed video camera technology • Independent or linked Beam (primary LED array) and Aura (secondary background LED array) control •...
Important! Do not use an external dimming system to supply power to the MAC Aura XB, as this may cause damage to the fixture that is not covered by the product warranty.
If you obtain a 14 AWG / 1.5 mm2 power input cable and 14 AWG / 1.5 mm2 power relay (thru) cables from Martin™ (see “Accessories” on page 35), you can relay mains power from one fixture to another by connecting fixtures to power in a linked daisy-chain, MAINS OUT throughput socket to MAINS IN input socket.
Standard pin-out is pin 4 = data 2 cold (-) and pin 5 = data 2 hot (+). The MAC Aura XB is not subject to the limit of 32 devices per daisy-chained link which is common in Martin fixtures.
Fastening the fixture to a flat surface The MAC Aura XB can be fastened to a stage or other flat surface. Check that the surface can support at least 10 times the weight of all fixtures and equipment to be installed on it.
Aura XB can be mounted on and removed from the bracket in seconds. The MAC Aura XB is a tight fit in the surface mounting bracket. Make sure that the fixture is securely clipped into the bracket and always secure the fixture with the safety cable supplied with the bracket.
(Up) forces the fixture to reset. Display panel functions The DMX address is shown in the display panel when the MAC Aura XB is powered on and has reset. The display panel backlighting indicates fixture status as follows: • The display blacks out during resets.
It is recommended when the MAC Aura XB is used intensively in a warm environment or in fixed installations. Note that it will give increased fan noise compared to the other cooling modes.
This makes it ideal for slow, smooth dimming, but a short time-lag may be noticeable if you try to dim quickly from one intensity to another. Restoring factory default settings → FACTORY DEFAULT LOAD The MAC Aura XB factory default settings can be restored by applying a command. MAC Aura XB user manual...
Pan and tilt The MAC Aura XB’s moving head can be panned through 540° and tilted through 232°. The speed of pan/tilt movement can be adjusted on the DMX fixture control channel 8 and in the fixture’s onboard control panel.
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RGB mode, but the exact hues of more saturated color may be less evenly matched across MAC Aura XB fixtures than in RGB mode. The white spot is calibrated across fixtures.
FX2 overrides FX1 whenever both FX modify the same parameter. RDM (Remote Device Management) is implemented in the MAC Aura XB and RDM communication is possible over the DMX data link. As provided for in the ANSI/ESTA E1.20 RDM protocol, the fixture can send information about its RDM-accessible parameters to an RDM control device.
The user will need to clean the MAC Aura XB periodically, and it is also possible for the user to update the fixture’s software. All other service operations on the MAC Aura XB must be carried out by Martin Professional or its approved service agents.
Pan and tilt calibration Pan and tilt on the MAC Aura XB are calibrated at the factory so that movement is identical in multiple fixtures. Adjustment should not be necessary initially, but over a period of use fixtures may gradually lose calibration.
You can also reset the resettable counter to zero. • The manufacturer’s serial number and the fixture’s RDM ID number. Display messages If an error occurs, the MAC Aura XB gives fixture status readouts in the display. See “Display messages” on page 32. Lubrication In general, the MAC Aura XB does not require lubrication.
Pan fine adjustment (Least Significant Byte) Tilt Fade 0 - 255 0 - 100 Tilt 0° - 232° Tilt fine Fade 32768 0 - 255 0 - 100 Tilt fine adjustment (Least Significant Byte) Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol DMX protocol...
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Values must be "snapped to" to function. Menu override: setting unaffected by power off/on. Value must be held for 3 seconds to activate. Setting unaffected by power off/on. Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol MAC Aura XB user manual...
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• If sync set on channel 19, adjusts synchronized FX1+FX2 speed FX2 select Snap 0 - 255 0 - 100 Pre-programmed effect 2 selection (see “FX: pre-programmed effects” on page 28) Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol DMX protocol...
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Blue 0 → 100% 0 - 255 0 - 100 Table 2: MAC Aura XB DMX Protocol Note: DMX values labeled "No function" will have no effect - the last functional value will be used. COLOR CALIB is set to...
Reserved Table 3: FX (pre-programmed Beam and Aura effects) The MAC Aura XB Product Support page on www.martin.com features a downloadable detailed description of the parameters that are adjusted and algorithms that are applied in the different FX. MAC Aura XB user manual...
LEE colors and RGB equivalents The table below gives approximate RGB equivalents for the LEE colors available in the standard MAC Aura XB’s color wheel effects for the Beam (on DMX channel 9 in modes) and Aura (on DMX channel 22 in mode only).
SILENT the display, but the service lamp is illuminated Return all settings (except calibrations) to factory FACTORY FACTORY LOAD defaults SETTING DEFAULT NB: can take up to 2 minutes to complete! Table 4: Control menu MAC Aura XB user manual...
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Menu Item Options Notes (Default settings in bold print) VERSION CPU firmware version RESETTABLE Hours of operation since counter reset POWER ON TOTAL Total hours of operation since manufacture HOURS CLEAR Reset resettable counter to zero RESETTABLE CURRENT Display current main PCB temperature MAIN PCB SINCE RESET Display highest main PCB temperature since last reset...
LEDs is cut off..there is a malfunction in the optical pan or tilt PAN FBACK ERR monitoring/feedback circuit (e.g. sensor Reset fixture. Contact Martin service if defective). After a time-out, pan or tilt stops in problem continues. TILT FBACK ERR a random position.
Probable cause(s) Remedy No power to fixture. Check AC mains power and connections. Fixture is completely dead. Have faulty fixture serviced by Martin service Internal circuit fault. technician. Inspect connections and cables. Correct poor Fault on data link. connections. Repair or replace damaged cables.
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Australia/NZ ............. . C-TICK N4241 Included Items M12 bolt suitable for use with Martin™ rigging clamps Note that power cables and connectors are not included and must be ordered separately...
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OPERATING & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION NAC3MX-W powerCON TRUE1 A. OPERATING INSTRUCTION Application: The powerCON TRUE1 system is certified as connector with breaking capacity according IEC 60320, VDE 0625. It is intended for use as appliance couplers and interconnection couplers. It serves to supply power to an appliance and from an appliance to another equipment.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION powerCON TRUE1 Slide the cable into the contacts and clamp with Torx size the screw with Torx size T8. Wiring Torque Value 0.7 Nm Þ brown black Þ blue white Þ green / yellow green Important: Push and turn simultaneously. Slide chuck onto insert (1) and then both into housing (2).
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