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PAL 1200, PAL 1200 E, PAL 1200 FX User Manual
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I N T R O D U C T I O N
Congratulations on your choice of the PAL 1200, PAL 1200 E, or PAL 1200 FX, designed and manufactured by Martin Profes-
sional. The PAL is a high performance automated profile luminaire that provides endless possibilities for lighting designers in
a variety of applications. Rugged construction and high quality components ensure that your PAL will perform reliably for
many years.
This manual covers the following fixtures:
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The PAL 1200 with automated framing shutters and magnetic ballast
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The PAL 1200 E with automated framing shutters and electronic ballast
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The PAL 1200 FX with iris and additional rotating effects and magnetic ballast
“PAL” is used in this manual when describing features or procedures common to all 3 models.
I m p o r t a n t s a f e t y p r e c a u t i o n s
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NOT for domestic use.
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Always isolate from mains supply when:
• Relamping
• Refusing
• Rewiring
• Removing bottom or top covers
• Removing the pan/tilt section
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To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock do NOT expose to rain or moisture.
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Do NOT rig or hang by means of the carrying handles.
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Do NOT block fans or air exhaust holes.
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Do NOT operate without the front glass mounted in position.
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Do NOT look directly into the light.
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Maximum room temperature, t
a
= 35°C.
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Minimum distance from flammable materials, d = 0.5 meters (2 feet).
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Allow the fixture too cool down for approximately 15 minutes before relamping.
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All service operations, apart from those described in this manual, should be carried out by qualified service personnel only.
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Always ship/transport the fixture in its original flight-case or packing case.
T h e PA L f e a t u r e s
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Choice of Osram or Philips 1200 W discharge lamp.
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Remote lamp ON / OFF via controller.
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Highly efficient optical system with precision coated lenses ensures very high light output.
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Flat field using hot-spot elimination filter.
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Smooth and accurate movement.
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287º pan by 85º tilt (10,200 by 1,504 positions).
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8 and 16-bit pan/tilt tracking and vector protocols via DMX 512.
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0 to 100% smooth dimming with micro-stepping resolution.
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CMY subtractive color mixing system for wide range of mixable colors.
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Instant color snaps and seamless fades.
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Excellent color uniformity.
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4 rotating and indexible gobos, one fixed and one open.
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Standard D-size easily interchangeable.
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Motorized focus.
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15º to 26º motorized zoom.
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Optional narrow angle (10.5º to 14º) or wide angle (20º to 36º).
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Variable motorized wash filter.
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Modular design for ease of servicing and flexibility.
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Easy access to serviceable parts.
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Adjustable mounting bracket with graduated scale (+70º/-60º).
