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Safety Information

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• Do not allow the total length of the cables used in a linked chain of VC-Strip modules to exceed 50 m 

(164 ft.) from the 48 VDC power source (Martin P3 PowerPort 1500™, Martin Tripix Power IP66™ or other 
external PSU) to the last VC-Strip at the end of the chain.

• Respect the following safety limits:

- If you supply VC-Strip modules with DC power from an output on a 

Martin P3 PowerPort 1500™

, do 

not connect more than one linked chain of VC-Strips to one DC power output, and respect the limits 
given in Table 1 below.

- If you supply VC-Strip modules with DC power from a 

Martin Tripix Power IP66™

, do not connect 

more than one linked chain of VC-Strips to the DC power output, and respect the limits given in Table 1 
below.

- If you supply VC-Strip modules with DC power from a 

generic 48 VDC external PSU

 (power supply 

unit), do not create a linked chain of modules that will exceed the maximum power rating of the output 
used to supply that chain with power. Allow 8 W per module in a chain of VC-Strip 16x1 modules and 
4 W per module in a chain of VC-Strip 8x1 modules. Each time you reach (a) 45 VC-Strip 16 modules 
or 60 VC-Strip 8 modules, or (b) the PSU output’s maximum power rating, 

whichever you reach first

 – 

you must create a new chain of modules that is connected to a new 48 VDC power output.

• If you supply a chain of VC-Strip modules with DC power from a 

generic 48 VDC external PSU

 and the 

DC output used does not have constant overcurrent protection that limits current to 8 A, install an inline 
fuseholder with a 7.5 A or 8 A fuse on the circuit that you connect to that DC output. 

• Provide a means of locking out AC mains power that allows power to the installation to be shut down and 

made impossible to reapply, even accidentally, during work on the installation.

• Shut down power to the installation during service and when it is not in use.

• Before applying power to the installation, check that all power distribution equipment and cables are in 

perfect condition and rated for the current requirements of all connected devices.

• Isolate the installation from power immediately if any product, power cable or power plug is in any way 

damaged, defective or wet, or if it shows signs of overheating.

• Do not expose the VC-Strip to rain or moisture. 

PROTECTION FROM BURNS AND FIRE

• Provide free airflow and a minimum clearance of 10 mm (0.4 in.) around the front of the VC-Strip.

• Do not operate the VC-Strip if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 45° C (113° F).

• Do not modify the VC-Strip in any way not described in this manual or install other than genuine Martin™ 

parts. Use only accessories approved by Martin™.

PROTECTION FROM INJURY

• When installing the VC-Strip above ground level, ensure that the installation hardware and supporting 

structure can hold at least 10 times the weight of all the devices they support.

• In an overhead installation or where the VC-Strip may cause injury if it falls:

- block access below the work area and work from a stable platform whenever installing, servicing or 

moving the VC-Strip, and

- as soon as work is completed, check that all hardware and components are securely in place and 

fastened to supporting structures.

DC Power source for chain

Maximum number of 

VC-Strip 16x1 modules

Maximum number of 

VC-Strip 8x1 modules

P3 PowerPort 1500™

45

60

Tripix Power IP66™

30

60

Generic 48 VDC external PSU

Allow 8 W per module. Do 

not exceed PSU’s max. 

power rating. Do not 

exceed 45 modules. See 

details above.

Allow 4 W per module. Do 

not exceed PSU’s max. 

power rating. Do not 

exceed 60 modules. See 

details above.

Table 1: Maximum permitted number of VC-Strip modules in one chain

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Страница 1: ...VC Strip User Manual...

Страница 2: ...jury damage direct or indirect loss consequential or economic loss or any other loss occasioned by the use of inability to use or reliance on the information contained in this document The Martin logo...

Страница 3: ...0 Installing a P3 system 10 Installing a DMX controlled system 12 Connecting additional devices to a VC Strip chain 17 System setup 18 Setting up for P3 display 18 Setting up for DMX control 18 Settin...

Страница 4: ...thorized service agents Important The VC Strip is not designed to allow hot plugging Shut down power and data before connecting or disconnecting modules If you have any questions about how to operate...

Страница 5: ...d made impossible to reapply even accidentally during work on the installation Shut down power to the installation during service and when it is not in use Before applying power to the installation ch...

Страница 6: ...00 and simple cabling system The VC Strip is available in eight models Two lengths are available VC Strip 16x1 25 with 16 LEDs per module VC Strip 8x1 25 with 8 LEDs per module and each length is avai...

Страница 7: ...view 7 VC Strip overview Figure 1 Overview C B A A Control button B 48 VDC power data throughput THRU C 48 VDC power data input IN D Module cutting points VC Strip 16x1 25 only D D D D VC Strip 16x1 2...

Страница 8: ...marking at the upper edge of the modules Allow free airflow around the product and at least 10 mm 0 4 in of clearance around the LEDs on the front surface To maintain 25 mm pixel spacing across multip...

Страница 9: ...Strip modules However if you create a chain of VC Strip 16x1 modules in which ALL the modules in the chain have been shortened you can increase the maximum permitted number of modules slightly from th...

Страница 10: ...CB cables see VC Strip to VC Strip link cables on page 28 Connect each cable from the THRU connector of one VC Strip to the IN connector of the next VC Strip to create the chain Warning Each chain tha...

Страница 11: ...mains power and power the controller on You can now configure the system at the P3 controller See System setup on page 18 Max 45 VC Strip 16x1 modules or 60 VC Strip 8x1 modules total per chain Max 4...

Страница 12: ...of DMX channels the VC Strips will use and the 512 DMX channels available in one DMX universe at the DMX controller Each time you have used 512 channels you must create a new DMX link that is connect...

Страница 13: ...r if used Hybrid to PCB adapter cable Hybrid extension cable if needed Hybrid extension cable if needed Hybrid PCB to PCB cable Hybrid PCB to PCB cable Max 30 VC Strip 16x1 25s or 60 VC Strip 8x1 25s...

Страница 14: ...dapter cable Suitable extension cables are available from Martin in various lengths See Extension cables on page 28 7 See Figure 8 Connect the DC power input connector of a Martin Tripix Power IP66 hy...

Страница 15: ...cable lead in cable Hybrid extension cable if needed Hybrid extension cable if needed Hybrid PCB to PCB cable Hybrid PCB to PCB cable See text for maximum number of of VC Strips per hybrid link See t...

Страница 16: ...gths See Extension cables on page 28 7 See Figure 10 If the PSU does not have constant overcurrent protection that will limit current to 8 A on the DC output used install an inline fuseholder with a 7...

Страница 17: ...4 W per VC Strip 8x1 25 module then add the power consumption of each device that you add to the end of the chain As soon as you reach 360 W or the maximum power rating of the device that you use to s...

Страница 18: ...he same DMX channels three channels for RGB products and one channel for WW MW and CW products If VC Strips are set up for individual pixel control each of the 16 LEDs on a module is controlled by its...

Страница 19: ...entically Setting up via RDM using Martin M PC Using an RDM compliant DMX controller such as Martin M PC you can communicate with the VC Strip modules on the DMX data link via RDM You can Retrieve dat...

Страница 20: ...are controlled as one group To set a VC Strip module to pixel or module mode calibrated or raw using M PC open the RDM View window and click on Scan to display a list of the elements in the installat...

Страница 21: ...LEDs and reset the VC Strip Status display To display a VC Strip module s status press the control button once LEDs 1 4 will give one of the indications listed in the tables below for a few seconds VC...

Страница 22: ...MX source to the network LEDs 1 and 2 Flashing Ready VC Strip connected to P3 controller but not receiving valid P3 data stream Set up the P3 controller to use the VC Strip LEDs 1 and 2 Constant Runni...

Страница 23: ...sses display the following test patterns on the LEDs one short press scrolls to next pattern Calibrated white 100 White 33 White 33 White 33 Scrolling gradient Press and hold until LEDs 1 and 3 light...

Страница 24: ...ip In extreme cases the product may require cleaning after surprisingly few hours of operation Environmental factors that may result in a need for frequent cleaning include Use of smoke or fog machine...

Страница 25: ...Do not attempt repairs yourself Contact Martin Service or an authorized Martin service partner for assistance VC Strip does not display as intended Bad 48 VDC power transmission Inspect connections a...

Страница 26: ...controller or RDM compliant DMX controller Control resolution 16 bit P3 or 8 bit DMX control of each color Color and intensity calibration Pixel level Video signal compliance Martin P3 proprietary vid...

Страница 27: ...ting See details in user manual Figures allow for cable in a chain with a total hybrid cable length of 50 m Connections Power data input 4 pin Molex male PCB connector Power data thru 4 pin Molex fema...

Страница 28: ...o VC Strip link cables Hybrid Link Cable PCB to PCB 200 mm 7 9 in P N 11840160 Hybrid Link Cable PCB to PCB 400 mm 15 7 in P N 11840161 Hybrid Link Cable PCB to PCB 600 mm 23 6 in P N 11840162 Hybrid...

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