Martin Magnum 2500Hz User manual

Magnum 2500HZ
user manual
P/N 35010030D

2 Safety information
Safety information...................................................................................................................... 3
Product overview ....................................................................................................................... 6
Product description................................................................................................................ 6
Features at a glance .............................................................................................................. 6
Product details ....................................................................................................................... 7
Quick Start................................................................................................................................. 8
Setting up............................................................................................................................... 8
Making haze........................................................................................................................... 8
Installation and setting up ......................................................................................................... 9
Location ................................................................................................................................. 9
AC power ............................................................................................................................... 9
Setting up............................................................................................................................. 10
Final checks ......................................................................................................................... 11
Turning on the power........................................................................................................... 11
Control settings ....................................................................................................................... 12
Overview .............................................................................................................................. 12
Continuous haze.................................................................................................................. 12
Setting the Automatic Timer ................................................................................................ 12
Setting the “one-shot” timer................................................................................................. 13
Priming the machine after fluid out...................................................................................... 14
What the status lights mean................................................................................................. 15
DMX control ............................................................................................................................. 16
Overview .............................................................................................................................. 16
Connection........................................................................................................................... 16
DMX functions...................................................................................................................... 16
Setting the DMX address ..................................................................................................... 17
Fluid types ............................................................................................................................... 18
Basic service............................................................................................................................ 19
Cleaning............................................................................................................................... 19
Fuse replacement ................................................................................................................19
Shutting down the machine..................................................................................................... 20
Shutdown procedure ........................................................................................................... 20
Long term storage instructions............................................................................................ 20
Optional accessories ............................................................................................................... 21
Fitting the DMX decoder module......................................................................................... 21
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 22
Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 23
Notes ....................................................................................................................................... 25

Safety information 3
Safety information
The following symbols are used to identify important safety information:
Caution! Safety
hazard. Risk of
personal injury.
Caution! Burn
hazard. Hot
surface. Do not
touch.
Danger!
Hazardous
voltage. Contact
will cause electric
shock.
Caution! Fire
hazard.
Warning! This product is not for household use. It presents risks of injury due
to electric shock, burns, falls and respiratory problems!
Read this manual before operating the machine, follow the safety precautions
listed below, and observe all warnings in this manual and printed on the
machine. Use the system only as described in this manual and in accordance
with local laws and regulations.
If you have questions about how to operate the machine safely, or if you have
followed the instructions in this manual and the machine is malfunctioning,
please contact Martin Service.
Preventing electric shocks
•Always ground (earth) the machine electrically.
•Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and
electrical codes, and that has both overload and ground-fault protection.
•Before connecting the Magnum 2500HZ to power, check that the
voltage indicated on the machine’s serial label matches your local AC
power voltage. If your AC power voltage does not match, do not use the
machine. Contact Martin Service for assistance.
•Before using the machine, check that all power distribution equipment
and cables are in perfect condition and rated for the current
requirements of all connected devices.
•If the machine or any cables connected to it are in any way damaged,
defective, wet, or show signs of overheating, stop using the machine
and contact Martin Service for assistance. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available
from the manufacturer or it’s service agent.
•Disconnect the machine from AC power before servicing and when not
in use.
•This system is not waterproof and should not be exposed to wet
outdoor conditions. Do not immerse in water or any other liquid. Do not
expose to high-pressure water jets.
•Do not spill fluid over or inside the machine. If fluid is spilled, disconnect
AC power and clean with a damp cloth. If fluid is spilled onto electronic
parts, take the system out of service and contact Martin for advice.

4 Safety information
•Do not remove the covers or attempt to repair a faulty machine. Refer
any service not described in this manual to Martin.
•Do not operate the machine if any parts are damaged, defective or
missing.
•Moisture and electricity do not mix. Do not aim smoke output at
electrical connections or devices.
Preventing burns and fire
•The smoke produced by the machine is hot enough to cause burns
when it leaves the nozzle, and very hot droplets of fluid escape
occasionally. Keep people and objects at least 1 meter (39 inches) away
from the smoke output nozzle.
•Do not touch the smoke output nozzle during or after use – it becomes
extremely hot and remain hot for several hours after the machine has
been shut down.
•Smoke output contains glycol, a flammable alcohol that burns with an
almost invisible blue flame. Do not point smoke output at sources of
ignition such as open flames or pyrotechnic effects.
•Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches, fluid sensors or fuses.
•Replace fuses only with ones of the type and rating specified in this
manual for the machine.
•Provide a minimum free space of 100mm (4 inches) around the
machine.
•Provide a minimum free space of 500mm (20 inches) around fans and
air vents and ensure free and unobstructed air flow to and around the
machine.
•Keep the machine at least 600mm (24 inches) away from combustible
and heat-sensitive materials.
•Do not operate the machine if the ambient temperature (Ta) is below 5°
C (41° F) or above 40° C (104° F).
•Do not operate the machine if the relative air humidity exceeds 80%.
Preventing injuries
•Ensure that the surface on which the machine is located or installed can
safely hold the weight of the machine.
•Do not install the machine over areas where people are present.
•This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
•Smoke machines can cause condensation. Do not point the output at
smooth floors. Floors and surfaces may become slippery. Check these
frequently and wipe dry as necessary to avoid any danger of slipping.
•Ensure at least 2m visibility in areas where smoke is being produced.
•Smoke fluid contains food-grade glycols in solution but may present
health risks if swallowed. Do not drink it. Store it securely. If eye contact
occurs, rinse with water. If fluid is swallowed, give water and obtain
medical advice.

Safety information 5
Preventing breathing problems
•A smoke machine can operate safely only with the smoke fluid it is
designed for. Use the machine only with fluids specified under “Smoke
fluid options” on page 18 or you may cause the release of toxic gases,
presenting a severe health hazard. You will also probably damage the
machine.
•Do not create dense smoke in confined or poorly ventilated areas.
•Do not expose people with health problems (including allergic and/or
respiratory conditions such as asthma) to smoke output.
•Do not point smoke output directly at a person’s face or at face height.

6 Product overview
Product overview
Product description
The Magnum 2500HZ from Martin provides a uniquely flexible and convenient
solution to a wide range of atmospheric requirements whether permanently
installed or taken on the road.
The machine features a unique new design that encompasses what the
Magnum range is all about: state of the art technology, high quality and
ruggedness.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Magnum 2500HZ from Martin. Details
of the full range of Martin products are available on our website at
www.martin.com.
Features at a glance
•Attractive and rugged design
•Remote storage
•Machine to machine link
•Continuous operation
•Fast heating/reheat time
•3.8 litre fluid capacity
•Optional DMX interface module
•Timer / output level remote
•DTP direct thermal fault protection device

Product overview 7
Product details
Haze output nozzle
Fluid level gauge
Warning, high
temperature vapour and
surfaces!
Hinged door to
fluid compartment
DMX address
selection switches
Remote /
machine link
sockets
Main power
switch
Power inlet
plug
DMX input
plug
Heat (Red) /
Ready (Green)
indicators
DMX through
socket

8 Quick Start
Quick Start
You are no doubt eager to switch on the machine and try it out by making a lot
of haze. This section tells you how to do that. However, please also make the
time to read the safety and servicing instructions in the remainder of this
manual.
Setting up
Locate the machine in a suitably large area with nothing in front of the haze
output.
Fill the fluid tank with MARTIN-approved haze fluid (see page 18). The fluid
compartment is opened by pulling outwards on the cover (pull using a finger in
the round hole).
Connect a suitably rated power supply to the machine. The power requirements
are:
4.15A at 230V (EU) or 8A at 120V (US)
Connect the remote control to the REMOTE IN connector on the rear panel.
Turn on the power switch. The red Heat indicator on the remote and the rear of
the unit will light. After about 6-8 minutes the green Ready indicator on the
remote and the rear of the unit will light. The machine is then ready to produce
haze. To obtain maximum haze output, wait another couple of minutes for the
Heat indicator to go out.
Making haze
Once the machine has heated up, press the FOG button on the remote to start
the haze output. The green ON light will come on. Press the FOG button again
to turn off the haze.
You can set the haze density by turning the knob. If the knob is turned fully
anticlockwise, no haze will be produced.

Installation and setting up 9
Installation and setting up
DANGER! DO NOT operate the Magnum 2500HZ until you have read and
observed all the precautions listed under “Safety information” on page 3.
Location
The Magnum 2500HZ should be located on a solid surface such as the floor.
The machine can operate in any orientation from 30 degrees upwards to 30
degrees downwards. Steeper tilting may cause fluid leakage.
Do not suspend the machine over areas where people will be underneath.
Ensure that there is at least 100mm clearance all round the machine and at least
600mm in front of the haze output.
AC power
Before using the machine, ensure that a grounding-type (earthed) power plug
that fits the local power outlets is installed on the power cable.
DANGER! Make sure the power plug is correctly rated:
• For EU (230V) use fit a plug rated 6 amp minimum
• US (120V) models must be fitted with a plug rated 10 amp minimum
When installing the plug, follow the plug manufacturer’s instructions and
connect pins as follows:
yellow and green wire to ground (earth), blue wire to neutral and brown wire to
live.
The table below shows some common pin identification schemes.
wire function marking screw colour
brown live “L” yellow or brass
blue neutral “N” silver
green/yellow earth green
Before connecting the Magnum 2500HZ to power, verify that the AC supply is
adequately dimensioned for the current draw of the machine. The machine
requires:
4.15A at 230V (EU) or 8A at 120V (US)
Check that the local AC voltage is appropriate, as indicated on the machine’s
serial number label. If your AC voltage is outside the appropriate range, do not
use the machine. Contact Martin Service for assistance.

10 Installation and setting up
Setting up
Fill the fluid tank with MARTIN-approved haze fluid (see page 18). The fluid
compartment is opened by pulling outwards on the cover (pull using a finger in
the round hole). The cover is held closed by a magnetic catch and hinges
upwards.
If the optional DMX input is fitted and DMX control is being used, connect the
machine to the DMX line (see page 16).
Connect the remote to the REMOTE IN socket on the back panel.
If you are operating several machines using the machine-to-machine link
function, connect up the machines in a daisy-chain using RJ45 (computer
network) type cables. The maximum total length of cable, including the remote
cable, is 50 metres.
Do not connect a computer network to the RJ45 remote / link sockets on the
Magnum. Although the connectors are compatible, the electrical signals are
not, and equipment may be damaged.
To additional
machines

Installation and setting up 11
Final checks
Before applying power to the Magnum 2500HZ, verify the following:
•the machine is safely located or installed and meets the location
requirements stated on page 9
•the operator is familiar with, and able to comply with, the requirements
for safe operation listed on page 3
•the haze fluid is genuine Martin fluid listed under “Smoke fluid options”
on page 18
•the machine is electrically grounded (earthed)
•the AC power distribution circuits and lines are adequately rated for the
current load
Turning on the power
Turn on the main power switch located next to the power cable inlet.
The red Heat indicator on the remote and on the rear of the machine will light for
about 6-8 minutes as the machine heats up to operating temperature.
When the green Ready indicator comes on, the machine is ready to make haze.
To obtain maximum output, wait another few minutes for the red Heat
indicator to go off, as haze output is reduced while the unit is heating
up.

12 Control settings
Control settings
Overview
The unit is controlled using the remote control. You can control it in these ways:
•Automatic Continuous run mode.
•Automatic haze bursts using a repeating timer
•You trigger a timed burst of haze using the “one-shot” timer
You can also set the haze output level using the knob.
Continuous Run Mode
Press the FOG button once (for less than one second) to enter continuous run
mode or timer mode. If the timer is set, the timer mode will run automatically,
otherwise continuous mode will be enabled and the machine will produce haze
until the button is pressed again. The green timer LED will light when in
continuous run mode.
Setting the Automatic Timer
The Automatic Timer allows you to set the machine to keep producing timed
bursts of haze without anyone having to press any buttons. You need to set two
times: the run/on time during which the machine will produce haze, and the
wait/off time during which the machine will idle.
Output level / timer
programming knob
Machine heating light
Machine ready to fog
light
Fog / Timer engage
button
Timer set button
Timer Off light
Timer On light

Control settings 13
1. Press the TIMER SET button. The ON light will flash. You are now
setting the On/Run time.
2. Turn the knob to the required “run” time, as shown on the outer scale of
the knob (OFF – 255 seconds).
3. Press the TIMER SET button once. The ON light will come on static and
the OFF light will flash. You are now setting the Off/Wait time.
4. Turn the knob to the required “wait” time.
5. Press the TIMER SET button once more. Both ON/OFF lights will come
on to show the timer is programmed.
The run and wait times are now stored and will be remembered even after the
unit has been switched off.
To start the timer using the times you’ve set, press the FOG / TIMER ENGAGE
button briefly. To turn off the timer, press the FOG / TIMER ENGAGE button
briefly again. When the timer is engaged, the ON light will come on during the
On/Run time and the OFF light will come on during the Off/Wait time.
If you only want to change the Off/Wait time, leaving the On/Run time
unchanged, press TIMER SET twice. This will take you directly to
setting the Off time without changing the On time.
To find out what the current time settings are, press TIMER SET then rotate the
knob slowly until the “ON” light begins to flash very rapidly. The knob is now set
to the current run/on time. Press TIMER SET once and rotate the knob slowly
again until the “OFF” light begins to flash very rapidly. The knob is now set to
the current wait/off time. Press TIMER SET again to get back to normal.
Setting the “one-shot” timer
The “one shot” timer allows you to pre-program the length of the haze burst.
This can be useful if you want to have a fixed-time burst of haze which you can
repeat at will by pressing the haze button.
1. Press the TIMER SET button. The ON light will flash. You are now
setting the On/Run time.
2. Turn the knob to the required “run” time, as shown on the outer scale of
the knob (OFF – 255 seconds).
3. Press the TIMER SET button once. The ON light will come on and the
OFF light will flash.
4. Turn the knob fully right to where “OS” (“One Shot”) is marked.
5. Press the TIMER SET button once more.
The timer is now programmed to one-shot mode and this will be remembered
even after the unit has been switched off.
To produce a timed burst of haze, press the FOG button briefly. To stop the
timed haze output early, press the FOG button briefly again.

14 Control settings
Priming the machine after fluid out
If the machine runs out of fluid it may not pump properly after refilling the fluid
due to airlocks in the fluid pipes.
To prime the machine, hold down the FOG button and turn the knob to
maximum. Keep the button held until the haze output is strong and steady. Then
turn the knob back to the required output level and release the FOG button.
During PRIME mode the machine will prime for 10seconds if any
airlock is still visible on the fluid line, prime machine again until the
haze output is continuous. Note that you must turn the knob to start
the prime process.
If the machine is left to run when out of fluid, damage may be caused to the
pump leading to premature pump failure. The automatic fluid sensing system
will shut the machine down within approximately 5 minutes of running dry.

Control settings 15
What the status lights mean
The four lights on the remote have the following functions. The red “HEAT” light
and the green “READY” light are also duplicated on the rear of the machine
itself.
HEAT+READY meaning
no lightsMachine is not powered, or remote is not connected.
heatMachine is heating but is not yet up to operating
temperature.
heat + ready
Machine is heating and has reached minimum operating
temperature. Haze output level may be reduced while
heating.
ready Machine has finished heating and is at full operating
temperature.
If the ready LED is flashing, refer to the following code
table.
Single pulse Calibration Error
Double pulse Fluid-Out Error
ready flashing
Triple pulse Overheat Error
OFF+ON meaning
no lights Timer is disabled
both on Timer is programmed but not enabled
“OFF” litTimer is running, currently in Off/Wait period
“ON” lit Timer is running, currently in On/Run period or continuous
mode
“ON” flashing The timer “ON” time is currently being programmed
“ON” lit, “OFF”
flashing The timer “OFF” time is currently being programmed

16 DMX control
DMX control
Overview
DMX is a digital control system widely used in entertainment and architectural
lighting. Any controller meeting the DMX-512 standard may be used to control
and program the haze output of the Magnum 2500HZ.
The Magnum 2500HZ requires the optional DMX control module to allow DMX
operation.
Connection
The Magnum 2500HZ provides a 3-pin XLR plug and socket on the rear panel
for DMX connection. The wiring is shown below.
Connector pin function
1Ground
2Data – (“Cold”)
3 Data + (“Hot”)
For best results, use cable designed for high speed digital data transmission.
Suitable DMX cable is available from your Martin dealer.
DMX functions
The Magnum 2500HZ operates from a single DMX channel which gives
proportional control of haze density from 0-100%.
DMX Level function
0 – 29No haze
30 – 255Haze at variable density, (30=minimum, 255=maximum)
When the machine is receiving valid DMX data, the indicator light next to the
address switches will light.
It is possible to control the machine by DMX and using the remote control at the
same time, the highest setting will take precedence.
No provision is made for resetting the fluid out condition via the DMX system.
Reset this using the remote or by powering down the machine to perform a full
reset.
Note that the last switch (switch 10) on the DMX address setting dipswitch is
used for the test function not address 512. Setting this switch to ‘on’ will
produce a timer (10 second) burst of smoke allowing the machine to be tested
without the remote control being present.

DMX control 17
Setting the DMX address
Each unit on a DMX system must be allocated an address so that the DMX
controller can send separate commands to the unit. On the Magnum 2500HZ,
the DMX address is set using the bank of switches (“dip switches”) on the back
panel next to the DMX connectors. The switch settings for each possible DMX
address are given in the table below.
#9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
#8 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
#7 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1
DIP-Switch Setting
0 = OFF
1 = ON #6 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1
#1#2#3#4#5
0 0 0 0 0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480
1 0 0 0 0 1 33 65 97 129 161 193 225 257 289 321 353 385 417 449 481
0 1 0 0 0 2 34 66 98 130 162 194 226 258 290 322 354 386 418 450 482
1 1 0 0 0 3 35 67 99 131 163 195 227 259 291 323 355 387 419 451 483
0 0 1 0 0 4 36 68 100 132 164 196 228 260 292 324 356 388 420 452 484
1 0 1 0 0 5 37 69 101 133 165 197 229 261 293 325 357 389 421 453 485
0 1 1 0 0 6 38 70 102 134 166 198 230 262 294 326 358 390 422 454 486
1 1 1 0 0 7 39 71 103 135 167 199 231 263 295 327 359 391 423 455 487
0 0 0 1 0 8 40 72 104 136 168 200 232 264 296 328 360 392 424 456 488
1 0 0 1 0 9 41 73 105 137 169 201 233 265 297 329 361 393 425 457 489
0 1 0 1 0 10 42 74 106 138 170 202 234 266 298 330 362 394 426 458 490
1 1 0 1 0 11 43 75 107 139 171 203 235 267 299 331 363 395 427 459 491
0 0 1 1 0 12 44 76 108 140 172 204 236 268 300 332 364 396 428 460 492
1 0 1 1 0 13 45 77 109 141 173 205 237 269 301 333 365 397 429 461 493
0 1 1 1 0 14 46 78 110 142 174 206 238 270 302 334 366 398 430 462 494
1 1 1 1 0 15 47 79 111 143 175 207 239 271 303 335 367 399 431 463 495
0 0 0 0 1 16 48 80 112 144 176 208 240 272 304 336 368 400 432 464 496
1 0 0 0 1 17 49 81 113 145 177 209 241 273 305 337 369 401 433 465 497
0 1 0 0 1 18 50 82 114 146 178 210 242 274 306 338 370 402 434 466 498
1 1 0 0 1 19 51 83 115 147 179 211 243 275 307 339 371 403 435 467 499
0 0 1 0 1 20 52 84 116 148 180 212 244 276 308 340 372 404 436 468 500
1 0 1 0 1 21 53 85 117 149 181 213 245 277 309 341 373 405 437 469 501
0 1 1 0 1 22 54 86 118 150 182 214 246 278 310 342 374 406 438 470 502
1 1 1 0 1 23 55 87 119 151 183 215 247 279 311 343 375 407 439 471 503
0 0 0 1 1 24 56 88 120 152 184 216 248 280 312 344 376 408 440 472 504
1 0 0 1 1 25 57 89 121 153 185 217 249 281 313 345 377 409 441 473 505
0 1 0 1 1 26 58 90 122 154 186 218 250 282 314 346 378 410 442 474 506
1 1 0 1 1 27 59 91 123 155 187 219 251 283 315 347 379 411 443 475 507
0 0 1 1 1 28 60 92 124 156 188 220 252 284 316 348 380 412 444 476 508
1 0 1 1 1 29 61 93 125 157 189 221 253 285 317 349 381 413 445 477 509
0 1 1 1 1 30 62 94 126 158 190 222 254 286 318 350 382 414 446 478 510
1 1 1 1 1 31 63 95 127 159 191 223 255 287 319 351 383 415 447 479 511

18 Fluid types
Fluid types
The following types of Martin/Jem haze fluid are suitable for use in this machine.
Martin supplies high quality haze fluids that are based on ultra-pure deionized
water. Use only the following genuine Martin/Jem haze fluids. No other fluid is
suitable for use.
DANGER! The Magnum 2500HZ can run safely only on the specific haze fluids
it is designed for. Use ONLY the Martin/Jem haze fluids designated in this
manual. NEVER use any other type of fluid, or toxic gas may be produced.
You will probably also cause damage to the system that is not covered by the
product warranty. Do not dilute haze fluid with water or any other liquid.
Discard haze fluid if it becomes contaminated.
Pro Haze Fluid
A fine optically transparent airborne medium is produced with a light to medium
index of refraction - ideal for beam projection.

Basic service 19
Basic service
Before servicing the Magnum 2500HZ, read and observe all the precautions
listed in “Safety information” on page 3. Any service not described in this
section must be carried out by a Martin service technician.
Cleaning
Excessive dust, smoke fluid, and dirt buildup will degrade performance and
cause overheating and damage to the machine that is not covered by the
product warranty. To maintain adequate cooling, dust must be cleaned from the
outer casing and air vents of the machine periodically.
Isolate the machine from power and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
The haze output nozzle remains hot for up to 10 hours after use.
•Remove dust from the air vents with a soft brush, cotton swab, vacuum,
or compressed air.
•Clean smoke fluid residues from the fog output of the machine using a
damp cloth.
•Clean the outer casing with a damp cloth only.
Fuse replacement
The main fuse for the Magnum 2500HZ is located on the electronics board
inside the unit.
DANGER! Disconnect the power supply before removing any covers. Live
parts inside!
To replace the fuse, disconnect the power cord from the supply, unscrew the
screws holding the top cover of the unit and remove the cover. The electronics
board is located at the back of the unit near the remote control sockets.
Remove the fuse holder cover and pull out the fuse. Remove the spent fuse and
replace with one of exactly the same size and rating. The fuse type is indicated
below. Contact Martin Service if the fuse blows repeatedly.
F1
120V = 10AT
230V = 6.3AT
F2
120V = 3.15AT
230V = 3.15AT

20 Shutting down the machine
Shutting down the machine
IMPORTANT: To ensure both the performance and life of you Magnum 2500Hz
is maximised the following procedures should always be followed.
Shutdown procedure
When shutting down the machine, always allow a 5 minute period with the
output set at zero, before removing the power.
Long term storage instructions
When the machine is expected to be out of use for more than 7 days you must
drain the fluid system. To do this follow the following sequence of operations:
•Switch on the machine and wait for the operating temperature to be
reached (Green ‘ready’ LED will illuminate)
•Remove the fluid feed pipe from the fluid bottle, and invert it while
holding it above the machine.
•Prime the machine repeatedly until no more haze is emitted.
•Replace the fluid pipe in the bottle, and allow the machine to reheat
(very important)for at least five minutes.
•Remove the power from the machine and place into storage.