Martin Tripix 300 User manual

User Manual
Tripix™ Range
Tripix™300
Tripix™1200
Tripix™Wash
Tripix Power™
Tripix Power™IP66

Dimensions
Unit: mm
Tripix™ 300 / Tripix™ 1200
Tripix™Wash
Tripix Power™
Tripix Power™ IP66
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Safety Information
Warning! Read the safety precautions in this section before
installing, powering, operating or servicing this product.
The following symbols are used to identify important safety
information on the product and in this manual:
DANGER!
Safety
hazard. Risk
of severe
injury or
death.
Warning!
Hazardous
voltage. Risk
of lethal or
severe
electric
shock.
Warning!
LED light
emission.
Risk of eye
injury.
Warning!
Burn hazard.
Hot surface.
Do not touch
Warning!
Refer to user
manual.
Warning! Do not view the light output with optical instruments
or any device that may concentrate the beam.
This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use.
This product presents risks of severe injury or death due to fire
hazards, electric shock and falls.
Read this manual before installing, powering or servicing the
product. Follow the safety precautions listed below and observe all
warnings in this manual and printed on the fixture. Install and
operate the fixture only as described in this manual and in
accordance with local laws and regulations. Refer any operation not
described in this manual to a qualified technician.
If you have questions about how to operate the fixture safely, please
contact your Martin dealer or call the Martin 24-hour service hotline
at [phone], or in the USA on 1-888-tech-180.

PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK
•The Tripix Power IP66 does not have a power on/off switch.
Make sure that a means of isolating this device from power
(an on/off switch or a power plug that can be removed from a
power outlet) is easily accessible.
•Shut down power to the entire installation at the main power
distribution board and lock out power (by removing the fuse at
the distribution board for example) before carrying out any
installation or maintenance work.
•Isolate devices from AC power before removing or installing
any cover or part and when not in use.
•Connect the Tripix Power and Tripix Power IP66 electrically to
ground (earth).
•Use only a source of AC power that complies with local
building and electrical codes and has both overload and
ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.
•Before using the devices, check that all power distribution
equipment and cables are in perfect condition and are rated
for the current requirements of all connected devices.
•Isolate all devices from power immediately if any cable, seal,
cover or other component is damaged, cracked or deformed.
Do not reapply power until repairs have been completed.
•The Tripix Power is for indoor use only. The Tripix Power IP66
can be installed outdoors.
•Refer any service operation not described in this manual to an
authorized Martin Service partner.
PROTECTION FROM FIRE AND BURNS
•Do not operate fixtures or the Tripix Power IP66 if the ambient
temperature (Ta) exceeds 45° C (113° F). Do not operate the
Tripix Power if the Ta exceeds 40° C (104° F).
•The exterior surfaces of the Tripix fixtures, Tripix Power and
Tripix Power IP66 can become hot, up to 65° C (149° F),
during normal operation. Ensure that accidental physical
contact with the devices is impossible.
•Allow all Tripix devices to cool for 5 minutes before servicing.
•Install Tripix devices at least 20 cm (8 in.) away from
combustible materials (for example textiles, wood, paper).
•Keep flammable materials well away from Tripix devices.
•Do not modify any Tripix device in any way not described in
this manual. Only install genuine Martin parts.

•Use only Martin approved accessories to mask or modify the
light beam.
•Do not attempt to bypass fuses. Replace defective fuses with
ones of the specified type and rating only.
•Install the Tripix Power indoors in a well-ventilated area only.
The Tripix Power IP66 can be installed outdoors. Provide a
minimum clearance of 5 cm (2 in.) and ensure unrestricted
airflow around all Tripix devices.
PROTECTION FROM INJURY
•Do not look at LEDs with a magnifying glass or any other
optical instrument that may concentrate the light output.
•Ensure that all external covers, components and installation
fittings are securely fastened.
•Block access below the work area and work from a stable
platform whenever installing, servicing or moving the devices.
•Ensure that all supporting structures, surfaces, fasteners and
lifting equipment can bear the weight of all the devices they
are intended to support plus an adequate safety margin, and
that they conform to local building and safety regulations.
•Use a sufficient number of fasteners with sufficient corrosion
resistance, dimensions and strength to mount the DIN rail
safely. Any nuts used must be self-locking.
•If there is a danger of injury or damage if a Tripix device falls,
secure it with an approved secondary attachment such as a
safety cable looped around the device or passed through a
mounting hole and anchored securely in the mounting surface.
Disposing of this product
Martin™ products are supplied in compliance with Directive
2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of
the European Union on WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment), as amended by Directive
2003/108/EC, 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 Martin products.

Contents
Dimensions....................................................................................................... 2
Safety Information............................................................................................. 3
Contents ........................................................................................................... 6
Introduction....................................................................................................... 7
Unpacking ................................................................................................. 8
Using for the first time................................................................................ 8
Physical installation .......................................................................................... 9
Location and orientation ............................................................................ 9
Mounting.................................................................................................. 10
AC power........................................................................................................ 16
Installation setup............................................................................................. 19
Tripix system overview ............................................................................ 19
Connecting the Tripix System.................................................................. 23
Fixture configuration ....................................................................................... 30
Configuring with MUM ............................................................................. 30
Operation........................................................................................................ 39
Service and maintenance ............................................................................... 41
Cleaning .................................................................................................. 41
Fixture information and monitoring .......................................................... 42
Testing..................................................................................................... 43
Fuse replacement.................................................................................... 47
Software installation ................................................................................ 48
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 50
Specifications ................................................................................................. 51

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Introduction
Thank you for selecting Tripix™, a compact LED-based color-changing
lighting product from Martin™. The Tripix is available in Short 300 mm
(11.8 inch), Long 1200 mm (47.2 inch) and Wash models. All fixtures
are powered by the Tripix Power™ or Tripix Power™ IP66.
The Tripix range features:
•RGB (Red, Green, and Blue) color mixing, with RGB, HSI (hue,
saturation, intensity) and HSIC (hue, saturation, intensity, color
temperature control) options
•Calibrated and raw (uncalibrated) RGB, calibrated HSI and HSIC
•82 W LED power from Tripix 1200
•24 W LED power from Tripix 300
•72 W LED power from Tripix Wash
•Narrow, medium and wide diffuser filters (narrow fitted as
standard)
•Possibility of controlling all fixtures attached to one Tripix Power
device as one single pixel
•Possibility of controlling Tripix 1200 and Tripix Wash fixtures as
one, two or four separate pixels
•DMX512 control
•RDM (Remote Device Management) implemented in Tripix Wash
•64 pre-programmed stand-alone shows available. Master/slave
functionality allows synchronized stand-alone operation
•Possibility of combining a mixture of Tripix 300, 1200 and Wash
fixtures on same power and data links
•Clamp mounting system for mounting Tripix 300 and 1200 fixtures
on standard 35 mm top-hat DIN rail
•Mounting bracket for Tripix Wash
For the latest firmware updates, documentation, product specifications
and other information about this and all Martin Professional™ products,
please visit the Martin website at http://www.martin.com.

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Unpacking
The following items are included with the Tripix fixture:
•Tripix fixture (Tripix 1200 or Tripix 300 or Tripix Wash) with narrow
beam angle diffuser installed
•Warning note
The following items are included with the Tripix Power:
•Tripix Power external power supply unit
•Power inserter Y-cable
•DMX termination plug
•Two power cables
•This user manual
The following items are included with the Tripix Power IP66:
•Tripix Power IP66 external power supply unit
•Power inserter Y-cable
•DMX termination plug
•This user manual
Using for the first time
Before applying power to a Tripix installation:
•Carefully review “Safety Information” on page 3.
•Check that the local AC power voltage is within the range listed on
the Tripix Power or Tripix Power IP66 serial number label.
•Install the Tripix system as described in this manual.

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Physical installation
Warning! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before installing
devices.
The safety and suitability of lifting equipment, installation location,
anchoring method, mounting hardware and electrical installation
is the responsibility of the installer. All local safety regulations
and legal requirements must be observed when installing and
connecting the devices. Installation must be carried out by
qualified professionals only.
Tripix 300 and 1200 fixtures must be clamped onto a 35 mm DIN
top-hat rail that is securely anchored to a suitable flat surface.
Tripix Wash fixtures have an integral mounting bracket that must
be bolted or screwed to a flat surface. Ensure that the supporting
structure can bear the weight of all installed devices plus an
adequate safety margin.
Make sure that there will be at least 5 cm (2 in.) of free space and
unrestricted airflow around all Tripix devices.
Important! We recommend that you set DMX addresses and
configure fixtures before physical installation. See “Fixture
Configuration” later in this manual.
Contact your Martin supplier for assistance if you have any questions
about how to install this product safely.
Location and orientation
Tripix fixtures have an IP rating of 66 and are suitable for outdoor
installation. The Tripix Power has an IP rating of 20 and is for indoor
installation only, while the Tripix Power IP66 is suitable for outdoor
installation.
Allow 5 cm (2 in.) space and free airflow around the Tripix Power, Tripix
Power IP66 and Tripix fixtures. Do not bury or cover any Tripix device.
Install the Tripix Power, Tripix Power IP66 and all Tripix fixtures at least
20 cm (8 in.) away from any combustible materials (wood, paper, etc.)
and well away from any flammable materials.
The housings of the Tripix fixtures can reach 65° C (149° F), the Tripix
Power housing can reach 55° C (131° F) and the Tripix Power IP66
housing can reach 80° C (176° F). Restrict public access or locate the
devices so that they cannot accidentally be touched.

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All Tripix devices can be installed in any orientation.
Mounting
Mounting the Tripix 300 and 1200
Warning! Tripix 300/1200 fixtures must be mounted on 35 mm (1.4
inch) top-hat profile DIN rail that is securely anchored to a surface.
The installation must conform to local electrical, building, safety
and fire regulations. If there is a danger that a device may cause
injury or damage if it falls, use a means of secondary attachment
such as a safety cable looped around the device and securely
anchored to the mounting surface.
Tripix 300 and 1200 fixtures are designed for mounting on standard 35
mm top-hat DIN rail. You can use standard lengths of 35 mm DIN Rail
or use Martin Short 35 mm DIN rail supplied in 72 mm (2.8 in.) lengths
(P/N 23819560).
Figure 1: Martin Short 35 mm DIN rail
The special Martin DIN Rail can be ordered from Martin (see
“Accessories” in the Specifications section at the back of this manual).
Dimensions for the Martin Short DIN rail are given in Figure 1.
Note that you cannot fasten the Tripix fixture mounting clamps directly
over screws used to fasten DIN rail to the mounting surface. If a DIN
rail mounting screw is in the way of a mounting clamp, move the screw
to another slot in the DIN rail.

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To mount a Tripix 300 or 1200 fixture on a surface using 35 mm DIN
rail:
1. Fasten the DIN rail securely to the mounting surface.
2. See Figure 2. The fixture mounting bracket has a hooked profile on
one side (see A). Hook this profile over the top of the DIN rail and
swing the bracket down. Use a 2.5 mm Allen key to tighten the
mounting clamp screw (see B).
Figure 2: Mounting on DIN rail
3. If there is any danger of the fixture causing injury or damage if it
falls, secure it with a secondary attachment such as an approved
safety cable attached to a secure anchoring point in the mounting
surface.
Mounting the Tripix 300/1200 vertically
The mounting clamp screws will not hold a product securely on the DIN
rail if it is installed vertically. You must therefore insert screws in the
mounting surface through the DIN rail mounting holes (see arrow in
Figure 3) so that the fixture mounting clamps rest against these screws
and secure the fixture.
A
B

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Figure 3: Vertical mounting on DIN rail
Adjusting the Tripix 300/1200 tilt angle
The Tripix 300/1200 can be tilted through 105° (see Figure 4).
Figure 4: Tilt angle
To adjust the tilt angle:
1. See Figure 5. Turn the locking knob (arrowed) clockwise until it
releases the fixture profile.
2. Adjust the fixture to the desired tilt angle.
3. Rotate the locking knob counter-clockwise until it engages in the
fixture profile and locks it in position.

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Lock Unlock
Figure 5: Releasing and tightening the tilt lock
Mounting the Tripix Wash
To mount the fixture on a surface:
1. Mark up the mounting surface for screws or bolts (you can hold the
fixture up to the mounting surface temporarily as a guide). Drill
suitable holes in the mounting surface and use screw anchors if
necessary.
2. See Figure 6. Installing washers under all screw or bolt heads,
fasten an M12 bolt or screw with 12 mm (1/2 inch) thread diameter
into the mounting surface through the center hole in the base of
the bracket, then fasten three M5 bolts or screws with 5 mm (0.2
inch) shaft diameter into the mounting surface through the curved
slots in the base of the bracket.
Figure 6: Mounting the Tripix Wash
3. If there is any danger of the fixture causing injury or damage if it
falls, secure it with a secondary attachment such as an approved

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safety cable attached to a secure anchoring point in the mounting
surface.
Adjusting the Tripix Wash tilt angle
Figure 7: Tripix Wash tilt lock bolts
The Tripix Wash can be tilted through 163°. To adjust the tilt angle:
1. See Figure 7. Use two 6 mm Allen keys to loosen the tilt lock bolts.
2. Adjust the fixture to the desired tilt angle (see Figure 8).
3. Fasten the tilt lock bolts until they lock the fixture in position.
Figure 8: Adjusting Tripix Wash tilt angle

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Adjusting the Tripix Wash pan angle
Figure 9: Adjusting Tripix Wash pan angle
The Tripix Wash pan angle can be adjusted through approximately 90°.
To adjust the pan angle:
1. See Figure 9. Loosen the four screws or bolts in the base of the
bracket.
2. Adjust the fixture to the desired pan angle.
3. Tighten the four screws or bolts in the base of the bracket.
Mounting the Tripix Power and Tripix Power IP66
The Tripix Power must be installed in a dry location only, and the Tripix
Power IP66 may be mounted outdoors.
Respect all local safety, fire and building regulations governing the
installation of electrical equipment in cavities or plenums. Allow free
airflow and at least 5 cm (2 in.) of free space around the devices. Allow
sufficient ventilation to ensure that the ambient temperature will not
exceed 40° C (104° F) for the Tripix Power and Tripix Power IP66 and
45° C (113° F) for Tripix fixtures.
Both Tripix Power devices must be screwed or bolted securely to a flat
surface in a location that is accessible for service using 5 mm shaft
diameter screws or M5 bolts through the four mounting holes at the
corners of the devices. Use washers under the screw or bolt heads.
Use screw anchors in the mounting surface if necessary.

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AC power
Warning! Read “Safety Information” on page 3 before installing
this product. Lock out power to the entire installation before
working on cables and connections or removing any cover.
Warning! Electrical installation must be carried out by qualified
professionals only.
Warning! For protection from dangerous electric shock, the Tripix
Power and Tripix Power IP66 must be grounded (earthed). The AC
power distribution system must be fitted with current overload
and ground-fault (earth-fault) circuit breakers as well as a means
to isolate the system from power and lock out power during
service.
Important! Do not connect the Tripix system to an electrical
dimmer system. Doing so can damage the electronics.
If you require help in planning or dimensioning the power distribution
system, please contact your Martin supplier for assistance.
The Tripix Power and Tripix Power IP66 must be connected to a single-
phase 3-wire (live, neutral, ground/earth) power distribution system at
100-240 VAC nominal, 50/60 Hz. Do not connect to power at any other
voltage or frequency.
The Tripix Power IP66 does not have a power on/off switch. Make sure
that a means of isolating it from power (an on/off switch or a power plug
that can be removed from a power outlet) is easily accessible.
Power input cable
Warning! The electrical equipment and cable used to supply the
Tripix system with power must be in perfect condition, be
adequately dimensioned for current requirements and respect
maximum cable run lengths.
To connect the Tripix Power or Tripix Power IP66 to AC mains power:
•For North America, use only SJTW (or STW), 3-conductor 18
AWG (or 16 AWG) power input cable rated minimum 105° C
(221° F), VW-1.
•For the EU, use only power input cable type H05RN-F,
3 x 0.75 mm2.
Check the condition of cables carefully. If there is a break or cut at any
point in a cable (for example at a connection point), and if this is

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exposed to water, moisture can be drawn up the inside of the cable due
to the vacuum effect of temperature fluctuations during operation.
Power plug
The Tripix Power and Tripix Power IP66 can be hard-wired to a
building’s AC mains electrical installation, but if you decide to fit the
power cable with a plug that is suitable for your AC mains power outlets,
install a grounding-type (earthed) plug following the plug
manufacturer’s instructions.
Table 1 shows some possible pin identification schemes; if pins are not
clearly identified, or if you have any doubts about proper installation,
consult a qualified electrician.
Wire colo
r
(US system)
Wire colo
r
(EU system) Conductor Symbol Screw (US)
Black Brown Live L
Yellow or
Brass
White Blue Neutral N Silver
Green Yellow/Green
Ground
(Earth) Green
Table 1: Cable color-coding and conductor identification
Tripix Power
The Tripix Power is supplied with a power input cable with an IEC
female plug at one end for connection to the Tripix Power’s power input
socket.
If you replace this cable, use only cable that meets the specifications
given under “Power input cable” on the previous page.
Tripix Power IP66
A power input cable that meets the specifications given under “Power
input cable” on the previous page must be supplied by the user. The
cable must have an external diameter of 5 – 9.5 mm (0.2 – 0.37 in.),
otherwise the power cable entry gland will not be effective to IP66.

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Installing the Tripix Power IP66 power input cable
1. Unfasten all the screws on the input side cover and lift the cover
away from the housing as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10: Tripix IP66 power input connections
2. Pass the power input cable through the cable gland.
3. Connect the power cable conductors to the power terminals inside
the cover using Table 1 and the markings on the terminals as a
guide.
4. Check carefully that the cover seal is correctly positioned, then
replace the cover and tighten all the screws to a torque of
1 ± 0.1 Nm
5. Tighten the outer nut on the cable gland to compress the gland
and waterproof the cable entry.
6. Prepare the other end of the power input cable for connection to
AC mains power, but do not apply power until all installation work
is completed.

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Installation setup
Tripix system overview
Important! Read this section carefully before making connections.
Incorrect configuration of the Tripix system may present a risk of
fire or electric shock or permanently damage the Tripix fixture.
Do not connect Martin Tripix and Martin Easypix™ products
together, as they use different data signals.
Figure 11 gives an overview of the basic Tripix system layout. Do not
exceed the maximum number of fixtures that can be connected to one
Tripix Power or Tripix Power IP66 and do not exceed the maximum
combined power and data total cable length given on the next page.
Out In
Power
DMX
Figure 11: Schematic cable and device layout
Combined power
and data
Power Inserter cable
DMX
Termination
AC mains
power
DMX data
Tripix
Powe
r
DMX
Controller
48 V DC power

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Warning! One Tripix Power can safely drive a maximum of:
•24 Tripix 300s or
•6 Tripix 1200s or
•6 Tripix Wash fixtures, or
•any mixture of Tripix fixtures that does not exceed 7.2 meters
(23 ft. 7 in.). A Tripix Wash counts as a Tripix 1200.
One Tripix Power IP66 can safely drive a maximum of:
•12 Tripix 300s or
•3 Tripix 1200s or
•3 Tripix Wash fixtures or
•any mixture of Tripix 300 and Tripix 1200 fixtures that does not
exceed 3.6 meters (11 ft. 10 in.). A Tripix Wash counts as a
Tripix 1200.
Warning! The maximum length of the power link from a Tripix
Power or Tripix Power IP66 to the last Tripix fixture on the power
link must not exceed the length of the devices’ integral cable tails
plus 30 m (98 ft.). In other words, you can extend the standard
power link by up to 30 m.
Tripix system components
The Tripix system consists of:
•A Tripix Power or Tripix Power IP66 – a power supply that
provides fixtures with power at 48 volts DC.
•A Power Inserter cable (see Figure 12), P/N: 91611339, a Y-
shaped (3-way) cable that is used to connect a Tripix Power
device and data from a DMX controller (or PC with USB-DMX
Interface) to a chain of Tripix fixtures.