Operation
The Madison 40FC can operate in three different modes. In each mode you can run the
fixture as a standalone fixture or in a master/slave configuration. This next section will detail
the differences in the operating modes.
Addressing
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX signal, so that the
correct fixture responds to the correct control signals. This digital starting address is the
channel number from which the fixture starts to listen to the digital control information sent
out from the DMX controller. The allocation of this starting address is achieved by setting the
correct number on the display located on the base of the device.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures, or make different
address for each fixture individually.
If you set the same address, all the units will start to listen to the same control signal from the
same channel number. In other words, changing the settings of one channel will affect all
the fixtures simultaneously.
If you set a different address, each unit will start to listen to the channel number you have
set, based on the quantity of control channels of the unit. That means changing the settings
of one channel will affect only the selected fixture.
In the case of the Madison 40FC, which is 1/2/3/4 channels fixture. If you set, for example, the
address in the 2 channel mode to channel 2, the device will use the channel 2 to 3 for
control.
Note:
After switching on, the device will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is
received or not. If there is data received at the DMX input, the dot in the display will flash.
Universal DMX Control
This function allows you to use a universal DMX-512 controller to control the dimmer and
strobe. A DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual
needs.
Zoom
This function allows you to adjust the beam width of the fixture. Step 1: Loosen the zoom
buttons on the side of the device.
Step 2: Adjust the zoom by sliding the back lenshousing forward or backward.
Step 3: Tighten the zoom buttons.
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 and around a secure
anchoring point. Do not loop the safety cable around the fixture’s mounting bracket only, as
this will leave the fixture unsecured if it separates from the bracket.
DMX-512 connection/connection between fixtures
Occupation of the XLR-connection:
If you are using controllers with this occupation, you can connect the DMX-output of the
controller directly with the DMX-input of the first fixture in the DMX-chain. If you wish to
connect DMX-controllers with other XLR-outputs, you need to use adapter-cables.
Building a serial DMX-chain:
Connect the DMX-output of the first fixture in the DMX-chain with the DMX-input of the next
fixture. Always connect one output with the input of the next fixture until all fixtures are
connected.
DMX-512 connection with DMX terminator:
For installations where the DMX cable has to run a long distance or is in an electrically noisy
environment, such as in a discotheque, it is recommended to use a DMX terminator. This
helps in preventing corruption of the digital control signal by electrical noise. The DMX
terminator is simply an XLR plug with a 120 resistor connected between pins 2 and 3, which is
then plugged into the output XLR socket of the last fixture in the chain.
Caution:
At the last fixture, the DMX-cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a
120 Ω resistor between Signal (–) and Signal (+) into a 3-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the
DMX-output of the last fixture.
Power connection
Power Requirements
The Madison 40FC luminaire operates on 100 to 240 volts AC (+/- 10%, auto-ranging). The
luminaire contains an auto-ranging power supply.
Connection with the mains:
Connect the device to the mains with the enclosed power supply cable.
The occupation of the connection cables as below:
USER´S
MANUAL
Madison
40FC
5
6
DMX OUT
1- Ground
2- Signal (-)
3- Signal (+)
DMX IN
1- Ground
2- Signal (-)
3- Signal (+)
Cable color
Connection
International
Brown
Live
L
Blue
Neutral
N
Yellow/green
Earth(Ground)
