The Martin MAC 500^TM/MAC 600^TM and the MAC 2000^TM Series are arguably the most successful lines of moving heads in the intelligent lighting industry. Now, Martin Professional marks the launch of the third generation of award-winning MAC moving heads with the MAC III Profile^TM.

Built from the ground up and packed with new patent pending technology, the 1500 W MAC III Profile features a new platform for all-around higher performance. The ideal partner for the MAC 2000 Wash XB, the MAC III Profile offers a superior package of innovative features that includes greater output than other profiles in its class, improved color vibrancy, exceptional gobo and animation effects, a wide zoom range and low noise cooling, as well as advances in control, handling, service and more.

Efficient Optics, Unique Fat Beam

This high output profile spot uses a 1500 W fast-fit lamp that features high optical efficiency for sharp imagery and enhanced high depth of field - especially at wider beam angles - giving a crisper beam and sharper projection images at various projection angles.

Extremely bright, the highly proficient optical system kicks out over 33,000 lumens of power and is up to 75% brighter than current 1200 W fixtures. The remarkably high output is maintained even when many elements in the optical train are running simultaneously. When the MAC III Profile's extra output is not needed, a reduced 1200 W mode allows users to reduce power consumption and/or better balance the output of 1200 W units in the rig.

The MAC III Profile uses a unique, broad front lens for an eye-catching and distinctive fat beam look with great beam definition, a beam performance that looks brilliant in mid-air and gives a fresh look to any show.

Better, Broader Range of Colors

An enhanced CMY color mixing system gives a wider range of vibrant colors across the spectrum - true reds for example - plus a broad range of uniform pastels. A fixed color wheel houses 7 interchangeable slots plus open for an even broader color range. Users can create color bumps and splits, and the color blending with split colors is exceptional. The expanded color gamut is complemented with variable CTO. Exceptional Gobos and Animations

The MAC III Profile houses two rotating gobo wheels - both 5 slot plus open and auto-indexable - and features a set of exceptional gobo designs, all easily replaceable. The combination of two gobo wheels with high optical separation allows for unique morphing effects. Gobos are "keyed" to allow for gobo changes while maintaining its indexed position.

In order to provide designers with the finest in graphics projection, Martin has included it's pioneer gobo animation system which allows for the projection of effect simulations such as rising flames, drifting clouds, driving rain, turbulent water and much more. In order to allow for more complex designs, the animation wheel is made of glass and is easy to insert thanks to a new drive system.

More Effects

The MAC III Profile features Martin's smoothest dimming system yet, a fade that is completely uniform across the beam all the way to blackout. It also includes a separate shutter for fast and punchy strobe effects as well as a total front lens blackout. A motorized iris with more blades for a smoother beam edge is also included when a tight beam is required; and a variable rotating, 4-facet prism (replaceable) provides real beam multiplication for even greater beam and projection opportunities.

Zoom and Focus

A linked zoom and focus with an 11.5 to 55 degree true zoom range is exceptionally fast and zooms to full in less than a second. Gobo effects hold a sharp focus through the entire zoom range and at varying throws. Fast, Accurate, Quiet

As a key element in the MAC III Profile's new platform, fast, smooth and accurate movement has been a priority. Housing extremely powerful motors, the MAC III Profile is faster than many smaller fixtures. A precise pan and tilt system (540o x 270o) gives measured and accurate movement. The MAC III Profile's absolute positioning system enables the fixture to position immediately without the need for a reset and even allows for pan and tilt movement limits when fixtures are rigged in tight spaces.

The MAC III Profile is also exceptionally quiet. A low noise cooling system incorporates some of the same principles as Martin's silent MAC TW1 luminaire, trapping heat and silently dissipating it away from the back of the fixture. It also includes a unique ducting system that sends air out of the fixture via the light path.

Control

MAC III Profile control modes include DMX 512 A and RDM and the fixture is fully prepared for ArtNet II and ACN.

Takes Modularity One Step Further

The MAC III Profile features an attractive new design yet is easily recognizable as a MAC. Developed with ease of service in mind, it takes past modularity concepts one step further. Modules are self contained, making it quick to swap modules on site in the rig. This not only makes the fixture very service friendly but improves overall fixture reliability - it also reduces the amount of spare fixtures to carry.

Other helpful features include innovative handles on the yoke and an easy service base with pull out drawer. A convenient tilt lock keeps the head where you want it during transport and servicing. The MAC III Profile comes with electronic ballast for flicker-free operation and includes an auto-sensing switch-mode power system for worldwide compatibility.

On-board Software and GUI

In order to make the fixture even more user-friendly, on-board software creates a service and event log for download. By logging fixture and event information such as use statistics and service and trouble shooting data, important fixture information stays with the fixture and is easily and readily available.

Another MAC III Profile innovation that users will find convenient and time-saving is an LCD screen Graphical User Interface with jog wheel. The LCD screen makes the fixture easy to program, troubleshoot and use, and is battery-powered so fixture status can be read while still in the flightcase.