Safety Information
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P R O T E C T I O N F R O M E L E C T R I C S H O C K
• Before connecting any devices to the fixture’s power throughput socket, check the maximum current draw
of all the devices that you will connect to power in a chain. Do not exceed a total of 16 amps maximum
when you add together the current draw for the entire chain, including the first device in the chain.
• If you relay power from one fixture to another using power throughput sockets, observe the following
safety limits, or you may create a risk of fire and electric shock:
- Do not connect more than five (5) MAC Aura XIP fixtures in total to each other in an interconnected
chain when supplying the fixture with mains power within the range 100-120 V.
- Do not connect more than eight (8) MAC Aura XIP fixtures in total to each other in an interconnected
chain when supplying the fixture with mains power within the range 200-240 V.
• The fixture has an ingress protection rating of IP44 that is applicable in EN/IEC regions (Europe and other
countries). It has a ‘Damp locations’ rating that is applicable in the USA and Canada. Damp locations are
considered to be partially protected locations under stage and event canopies, marquees, tents, roofed
open bars and similar locations. Do not immerse it. Do not expose it to high-pressure water jets.
• The fixture is rated IP44 / ‘Damp locations’ only when the following types of connector are used on cables
connected to the fixture:
- Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 NAC3FX-W-TOP connector at the power IN socket,
- Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 NAC3MX-W-TOP connector at the power THRU socket,
- Neutrik TOP series 5-pin locking XLR connectors at the XLR (DMX, RDM) data sockets, and
- Neutrik TOP series etherCON connectors at the Ethernet (Art-Net, sACN, P3) data sockets.
Use only these connector types and use only cables that are suitable for the given application with respect
to humidity, water and sunlight resistance.
• All power and data connectors are fitted with rubber caps to protect from water ingress. Keep rubber caps
installed at all times on all connectors that are not in use.
• Arrange cables so that they arrive at connectors from below. With this arrangement, gravity will cause any
condensation or water droplets to run away from connectors.
• Do not install the fixture with the connections panel facing upwards in locations that require an IP44 /
‘Damp locations’ rating.
• Do not remove any cover from the fixture except as described under “Service and maintenance” on
• Disconnect the fixture from AC mains power before servicing it and when it is not in use.
• Ensure that the fixture is electrically connected to ground (earth).
• Use only a source of AC mains power that complies with local building and electrical codes and has both
overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.
• The fixture accepts AC mains power at 100-240 VAC (nominal), 50/60 Hz. Do not connect the fixture to
mains power that is not within this range.
• The fixture has a maximum total power consumption of 340 W.
• The fixture draws a maximum total current of 3.4 A at 100-120 V and a maximum total current of 1.8 A at
200-240 V.
• The fixture draws a typical half-cycle RMS inrush current of 7 A at 230 V, 50 Hz for a few milliseconds
when mains power is first applied to the fixture.
• The power input cable must be 12 AWG or 2.5 mm
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minimum conductor size and heat-resistant to 90° C
(194° F) minimum. Cables must have three conductors and an outer cable diameter of 6 - 12 mm (0.24 -
0.47 in.). In North America the cable must be UL/CSA-recognized, hard usage, type SJT, SJOOW or
better. In the EU, the cable must be type HO5VV-F, H07RN-F or better.
• Before using the fixture, check that all power distribution equipment, connectors and cables are in perfect
condition and rated for the current requirements of all connected devices.
• Isolate the fixture from power immediately if the power plug or any seal, cap, cover, cable, or other
component is damaged, defective, deformed, showing signs of water ingress or showing signs of
overheating. Do not reapply power until repairs have been completed.
• Do not operate the fixture in ambient temperatures below -20° C (-4° F). Dry the fixture carefully as
described in this manual before storage or transportation in a flightcase or packaging where the ambient
temperature may fall below freezing, because temperatures below freezing combined with humidity can
cause damage and create a safety hazard.
• The fixture’s DMX and Ethernet transceivers are isolated/SELV to prevent ground loops and for safety
reasons.
• The fixture contains components that are accessible and live at high voltage while the fixture is connected
to power and that remain under tension for up to five minutes after power is disconnected. Wait for at least
five minutes after disconnecting from power before opening any of the fixture’s covers.
