PAR 1 RGBW User Manual
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Table of contents Safety information ............................................................................................. 5 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 10 Before using the product ............................................................................. 10 Physical installation......................................................................................... 11 Fastening the fixture to a flat surface .
Maintenance ................................................................................................... 26 Cleaning ...................................................................................................... 26 Replacing the primary fuse.......................................................................... 27 Service and repairs ..................................................................................... 27 DMX protocols .......................................................
Safety information WARNING! Read the safety precautions in this manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The following symbols are used to identify important safety information on the product and in this manual: Warning! Warning! Safety hazard. Powerful light Risk of severe emission. Risk injury or of eye injury. death. Warning! Warning! Warning! See user manual for important safety information. Hazardous voltage. Risk of lethal or severe electric shock.
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Do not connect devices to power in a chain that will exceed the electrical ratings of any cable or connector used in the chain. The supplied power input cable is rated 6 A and can safely supply only one fixture with mains power. 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 replacement cable must also be rated 6 A minimum, have three conductors 18 AWG or 0.
Keep flammable materials well away from the fixture. Keep all combustible materials (e.g. fabric, wood, paper) at least 100 mm (4 in.) away from the fixture head. 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 illuminate surfaces within 200 mm (7.9 ins.) of the fixture. Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches or fuses. Connect only other fixtures of the same type to the power throughput sockets.
If the fixture is installed in a location where it may cause injury or damage if it falls, install as directed in this manual a secondary attachment such as a safety cable that will hold the fixture if a primary attachment fails. The secondary attachment must be approved by an official body such as TÜV as a safety attachment for the weight that it secures, must comply with EN 60598-2-17 Section 17.6.
Introduction The PAR 1 RGBW is a powerful LED lamp incorporating seven 10 W RGBW long-life CREE LEDs. It provides RGBW color mixing, 32 color presets, smooth electronic dimming, as well as strobe effects. The device is extremely rugged, lightweight and compact, and is ideal for mobile DJ’s or small fixed installations. The fixture can be controlled using any DMX-compliant controller, and it has three DMX control modes providing basic or more complex control capability.
Physical installation Warning! Read ‘Safety information’ on page 5 before installing the fixture. The fixture is designed for indoor use only and must be used in a dry location with adequate ventilation. Ensure that none of the fixture’s ventilation slots are blocked and ensure that the product is fastened to a secure structure or surface. Martin™ can supply suitable safety cables and rigging clamps for use with the fixture (see ‘Accessories’ on page 37).
Securing with a safety cable Secure the fixture with a safety cable (or other secondary attachment) that is approved for the weight of the fixture so that the safety cable will hold the fixture if a primary attachment fails. Loop the safety cable through the eyebolt in the back of the fixture (see 3 in illustration on page 15) and around a secure anchoring point.
AC power Warning! Read ‘Safety information’ on page 5 before connecting the fixture to AC mains power. Warning! The mains power input cable supplied with the fixture is rated 6 A and can supply only one fixture with mains power. Do not connect any device to the fixture’s MAINS OUT power throughput socket when using this input cable. If you want to connect other fixtures to the MAINS OUT socket, see ‘Linking fixtures to power in a chain’ on page 14.
Linking fixtures to power in a chain If you obtain a 14 AWG / 1.5 mm2 power input cable and 14 AWG / 1.5 mm2 throughput cables from Martin™ (see ‘Accessories’ on page 37), 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. Using 14 AWG or 1.
Fixture overview 1 - Display and control panel The two LEDs on the control panel indicate the fixture status shown below: DMX SOUND On Flashing DMX input present Sound activation The four buttons on the control panel have the functions shown below: • • MENU DOWN UP ENTER Activate menus, or Return to the previous level of the menu structure, or • Hold to exit the menus (this occurs automatically after a period where there has been no user input).
3 - Safety cable attachment point Eyebolt for securing the fixture with a secondary attachment such as a safety cable. 4 - DMX input/output sockets A 5-pin male XLR socket accepts input from a DMX512 data link. A 5-pin female XLR output (thru) socket allows the DMX link to be daisy-chained to the next fixture. 5 - Fuse The fixture’s T 6.3 A fuse is located in a fuseholder next to the display.
Control data link A DMX 512 data link is required in order to control the fixture via DMX or to use the master/slave functionality. The fixture has 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX data input and output. The number of daisy-chained fixtures is limited by the number of DMX channels required by the fixtures in relation to the maximum 512 channels available in one DMX universe. Note that if independent control of a fixture is required, it must have its own DMX channels.
Connecting the DMX data link To connect the fixture to data: 1. Connect the DMX data output from the controller to the closest fixture’s male XLR DMX input connector. 2. Connect the DMX output of the fixture closest to the controller to the DMX input of the next fixture and continue connecting fixtures output to input. Terminate the last fixture on the link with a 120-Ohm resistor.
2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a DMX address. 3. Once the address has been selected, press ENTER to set it (or press MENU to exit without making a change). DMX channel modes The fixture provides three control modes enabling varying degrees of DMX control and enabling the efficient use of DMX channel bandwidth.
Static color display. Shows one of nine preset colors (select CoL1 to CoL9, then select a value) or an RGBW color mix (select Co10, then select colors and values). Sound activation has no effect. Auto trig. Runs random scenes that change automatically. You can select from three speeds, fast (SP1) to slow (SP3). Sound activation has no effect. 3. When you have selected a show type, press ENTER to set it (or press MENU to exit without making a change). 4.
3. Once the mode has been selected, press ENTER to set it (or press MENU to exit without making a change). Sound activation (music trig) The fixture’s built-in microphone can be used to trigger effect and color changes in sync with music if you enable sound activation and run the fixture in show mode. To enable sound activation: 1. Select and press ENTER. 2. Use the DOWN and UP buttons to select (sound activation on) or (sound activation off). 3.
To select a DMX state option: 1. Select and press ENTER. 2. Use the DOWN and UP buttons to select mode), (fixture blacks out) or was in before it received a DMX signal). (fixture enters show (fixture returns to the last state it 3. Press ENTER to set (or press MENU to exit without making a change). LED display on/off To set the control panel’s LED display to be on all the time, or to automatically sleep when not in use: 1. Select menu and press ENTER. 2.
4. Use the DOWN and UP buttons to change the value (125~255). 5. Once the correct value has been selected, press ENTER to set it (or press MENU to exit without making a change). Manual mode The Manual menu can be used to control effects using the fixture’s control panel. This lets you test effects and display a single scene without a DMX signal. To manually control effects: 1. Select and press ENTER. 2. Use the DOWN and UP buttons to select (red), (green), (blue), (white), (dimmer) or (strobe).
Temperature readout To display the fixture’s onboard temperature: 1. Select and press ENTER. The display will show the temperature of the unit. 2. Press MENU to exit. Fixture operating hours readout To display the fixture’s total operating hours counter: and press ENTER. The display will show the number of hours 1. Select the unit has been run. 2. Press MENU to exit. Firmware version To display the fixture’s installed firmware version number: 1. Select and press ENTER.
Effects See DMX protocols on page 28 for a full list of the DMX channels and values required to control the different effects. Color control All DMX modes offer full RGBW color mixing. 32 color presets are available in 7-channel mode. Electronic dimming Overall intensity can be adjusted 0-100% using electronic dimming in 5 and 7channel DMX modes. Shutter/Strobe The shutter/strobe effect provides instant open and blackout, variable speed regular and random strobe.
Maintenance Warning! Read ‘Safety information’ on page 5 before servicing the fixture. Refer any service operation not described in this user manual to a qualified service technician. Disconnect mains power before cleaning or servicing the fixture. Service fixtures in an area where there is no risk of injury from failing parts, tools or other materials. The user may carry out the service operations described in this manual.
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. To clean the fixture: 1. Disconnect the fixture from power and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes. 2. Vacuum or gently blow away dust and loose particles from the outside of the fixture with low-pressure compressed air. 3. Clean the surfaces by wiping gently with a soft, clean lint-free cloth moistened with a weak detergent solution.
DMX protocols 4-channel mode Channel 1 2 3 4 Value 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 Function Red 0-100% Green 0-100% Blue 0-100% White 0-100% 5-channel mode Channel 1 2 3 4 5 Value 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 Function Red 0-100% Green 0-100% Blue 0-100% White 0-100% Dimmer 0-100% 7-channel mode Channel 1 2 3 4 5 Value 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-7 8-15 16-23 24-30 31-38 39-46 47-54 55-61 62-69 70-77 78-85 86-92 93-100 101-108 109-116 117-123 124-131 132-139 28 Function Red 0-100% Green 0-100% Blue 0-100% Wh
Channel 6 7 Value 140-147 148-154 155-162 163-170 171-178 179-185 186-193 194-201 202-209 210-216 217-224 225-232 233-240 241-247 248-255 0-255 0-7 8-15 16-131 132-139 140-181 182-189 190-231 232-239 240-247 248-255 Function Color 18 Color 19 Color 20 Color 21 Color 22 Color 23 Color 24 Color 25 Color 26 Color 27 Color 28 Color 29 Color 30 Color 31 Color 32 Dimmer 0-100% Strobe Off Open Strobe - slow-fast Open Pulse - fast close & slow open Open Pulse - slow close & fast open Open Random strobe Open RUS
Control menus For more information on using the menus in the control panel, see ‘Using the control menus’ on page 18.
Menu Option/setting Explanation Dimmer mode 1 - Linear Dimmer mode 2 – Square law Dimmer mode 3 – Inverse square law Dimmer mode 4 – S-curve Sound activation, must be enabled to run music trig action in show mode No sound activation Microphone sensitivity for sound activation DMX state: fixture enters show mode if DMX signal stops DMX state: fixture blacks out if DMX signal stops DMX state: fixture returns to its last state if DMX signal stops ~ LED display off when not in use.
Menu Option/setting Explanation Automatic test Temperature readout Total fixture operating hours counter Currently installed firmware version 32 RUSH PAR 1 RGBW User Manual
Troubleshooting This section describes possible problems and provides some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: Symptom No light from fixture, or fans not working. Fixture does not react to music beat. Potential cause If no DMX signal is present, fixture may be set to ‘Blackout’ DMX state. Power supply issue, such as blown fuse, faulty connector or damaged cable. Remedies Change setting in DMX state menu. Fixture not in show mode. Sound activation disabled.
Symptom Potential cause Remedies Fixture does not respond to DMX control. Incorrect DMX addressing. Ensure that fixture’s DMX address matches address set on DMX control device. Check that fixture’s DMX LED is on, and if not, check all cables and connections on the DMX link. Check that DMX link is terminated. Check that all devices on the DMX link use standard DMX polarity. Try to control the fixture with another DMX control device.
Specifications Physical Weight ................................................................................. 3.6 kg (10.0 lbs.) Dimensions ................................ 260 x 195 x 293 mm (11.4 x 7.7 x 11.5 in.) Dynamic Effects Color mixing ........................................................................................ RGBW Color selection ..................................................................... 32 color presets Electronic dimming................................................
Construction Color ..................................................................................................... Black Protection rating ......................................................................................IP20 Installation Mounting ........................ Adjustable folding bracket, surface or truss mount Orientation ............................................................................................... Any Location ........................................................
Accessories Cables, 16 A, for connection to power in chains Power input cable, 14 AWG, SJT, 1.5 mm2, H05VV-F, with PowerCon input connector, 3 m (9.8 ft.) ....................... P/N 11541508 Power relay cable, 14 AWG, SJT, 1.5 mm2, H05VV-F, with PowerCon connectors, 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) ........................... P/N 11541509 Power relay cable, 14 AWG, SJT, 1.5 mm2, H05VV-F, with PowerCon connectors, 2.25 m (7.4 ft.) ......................... P/N 11541510 Power relay cable, 14 AWG, SJT, 1.
