Martin Companion Desktop Management and firmware upload tool for all Martin fixtures - Martin Professional

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Martin Companion Desktop Management and firmware upload tool for all Martin fixtures

SKU: MAR1730
Martin Professional

Companion Desktop is the fixture management, firmware upload and stand-alone programming tool compatible with all Martin fixtures for maximal ease of use. The Companion Desktop application synchronizes with Martin’s firmware library over the Internet, so gone are the days of browsing the support pages to find the latest fixture firmware.

Advanced RDM integration allows all fixtures to be configured and patched remotely. To facilitate easy configuration of many fixtures in one go, a Fixture Configuration system allows an entire set of fixture settings to be pushed to all selected fixtures at once. The built-in Quick Addressing tool enables fixture addressing with just a single click per fixture.

The built-in ergonomic stand-alone programming tool allows fixtures to be programmed with up to 20 scenes with individual hold and fade times. The fixtures can then run these fully synchronized, without any computer or controller connected. Stand-alone shows can also be stored, shared and re-used later.

Companion Desktop also automatically synchronizes with the Martin-made GDTF files on the GDTF share. Giving you access to all fixture details such as DMX Modes, DMX Channel Listings, Gobo Loadouts and more. GDTF files can be exported directly from Companion Desktop for use with any GDTF-compatible software.

Also check out Companion Mobile, which offers some of the same features for mobile iOS and Android devices.

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  • Product Features
    • Compatible with all Martin fixture ranges including MAC, ERA, ELP, VDO & Exterior
    • Automatic online synchronization of firmware library and GDTF library
    • Robust Martin Companion Cable to connect fixtures with computer using DMX
    • Direct network connection to connect fixtures with computer using Art-Net / sACN
    • Companion Desktop Application downloaded free of charge from Martin website
    • Optional export for fixture update via USB memory device or P3 System Controller
    • Optional export for Atmospheric Effects machine update via Epsilon 5 AVR Programmer
    • RDM function allows every fixture setting to be consulted and changed remotely
    • RDM export to CSV for easy collection of fixture data such as serial numbers, patch details, usage counters and more
    • Fixture Configuration enables quick deployment of settings to multiple fixtures at once
    • Quick Addressing allows for addressing of fixtures with just a single click per fixture
    • Stand-Alone Programming of select Martin fixtures
    • Save, Share and Re-Use Stand-Alone shows
    • GDTF viewer and export tool
  • Technical Specification
    System Requirements

    Computer running Windows 10 or 11 (32 or 64-bit)
    Intel Core i3 or better processor
    4 GB RAM
    1 GB available hard disk space
    Display with Full HD or better resolution
    USB 1.1 (or higher) port (USB Type A or USB Type C) for connection of Companion Cable
    Ethernet port for RDM over Art-Net communication (if used)
    Full administrator rights on PC

    Supported Fixture Communication Protocols

    RDM (via Companion Cable)
    RDM over Art-Net (via standard Ethernet Port)
    Multiple proprietary fixture firmware upload protocols

    Supported RDM Parameters

    Fixture Configuration
    General: Manufacturer, Model, Label, Fixture ID
    Patch: Mode, Universe, Address, Compact Mode Aura, Pan Invert, Tilt Invert, Pan/Tilt Swap, Pixel Flip Mode, IP Settings
    UCM: SHoW ID, SHoW Key, Output Power, Antenna Type, Connection State, Module Manufacturer, Module Model, Module Firmware
    Light & Color: Dimmer Curve, Color Mode, Output Mode, Manual CTC, Manual Tint, Keylight Calibration, Gobo CT Correction, Video Tracking, Strobe Behavior, Tungsten Emulation, High Refresh
    Control: FollowSpot Mode, Pan/Tilt Speed, Effects Speed, Effects Shortcuts, Focus Tracking, Framing Mode, Hyper Zoom, Fan Mode, Extra Blackout
    Display: Display Auto Off, Display Show Error, Display Rotation, Display Intensity, Display Contrast
    Power: Power Limit, Hibernation, DMX Lost Mode, Standalone Mode, Reset via DMX, Lamp Off via DMX, Lamp On Mode, Lamp State, Power State, DC Output Control
    Outdoor: Auto Empty Water
    Pan/Tilt Limits: Enable Pan/Tilt Limits, Pan Limit Min, Pan Limit Max, Tilt Limit Min, Tilt Limit Max
    Details: Serial Number, UID, MAC Address, Protocol Version, Device Model ID, Art-Net OEM Code, Product Category, Firmware Version, Sub-Device Count
    Service: Status, Sensors Readout, Device Hours, Lamp Hours, Lamp Strikes, Power Cycles, Pixel Quantity

    Fixture Action

    Factory Defaults: Set Factory Defaults

    Reset Fixture: Warm Reset, Cold Reset

    Hibernation: Disable, Enable

    IP Settings: Reset IP Settings

    Pan/Tilt Limits: Reset Pan/Tilt Limits

    Outdoor Actions: Stop, Empty Head, Dry Off, Safe Parking

    Fan Clean: Stop, Start

    SelfTest: Stop, Test All, Test Pan/Tilt, Test Effects, Test LEDs, Identify

    Stand-Alone Programming
    Proprietary set of Martin RDM commands

    * Not all parameters are supported by all fixtures
    * Martin Companion uses a combination of standard RDM commands and Martin-specific RDM commands

    Supported Fixtures - Firmware Upload*

    Firmware Upload via DMX Cable:
    - All products from Martin MAC, ERA, ELP, RUSH and Exterior ranges
    - Select products from Martin VDO range
    Firmware Upload via Network:
    - Select products from Martin MAC, VDO and Exterior ranges
    Firmware Export and Upload into Fixture via USB stick:
    - Select products from Martin MAC and ERA ranges
    Firmware Export and Upload into Fixture via P3 System Controller:
    - All products from Martin VDO and VC ranges
    - Select products from Martin MAC and Exterior ranges
    Firmware Export and Upload into Fixture via Epsilon 5 AVR Programmer:
    - Atmospheric Effects in Martin JEM, Magnum and RUSH ranges

    Supported Fixtures - Fixture Configuration

    Any fixture supporting RDM and/or RDM over Art-Net

    * Martin Companion uses a combination of standard RDM commands and Martin-specific RDM commands, which are not supported on non-Martin fixtures

    Supported Fixtures - Fixture Action

    Any fixture supporting RDM and/or RDM over Art-Net

    * Martin Companion uses a combination of standard RDM commands and Martin-specific RDM commands, which are not supported on non-Martin fixtures

    Supported Fixtures - Stand-Alone Programming

    Martin Exterior Dot Pro series
    Martin Exterior Linear Pro series
    Martin Exterior Projection Pro series
    Martin Exterior Wash Pro series
    Martin VDO Sceptron XB

    Supported Fixtures - GDTF View & ExportAll Martin productsPhysical (Companion Cable)Length: 68 mm (2.7 in.)Width: 29 mm (1.2 in.)Height: 17 mm (0.7 in.)Weight: 99 g (3.5 oz.)Control/User Interface (Companion Cable)Configuration and management: Companion Desktop SoftwareDevice status: 3 x status LEDs (USB, DMX & Status)Construction (Companion Cable)Housing: PlasticColor: Matte BlackProtection rating: IP20Non-domestic use in dry location onlyConnections (Companion Cable)Computer Interface: USB 2.0 Type C (adapter to USB Type A included)DMX/RDM data: 5-pin locking XLRElectrical (Companion Cable)Power Rating: 5 VDC over USBMaximum current draw: 150 mAThermal (Companion Cable)Maximum ambient temperature (Ta max.): 50° C (122° F)Minimum ambient temperature (Ta min.): 0° C (32° F)Approvals (Companion Cable)EMC: CAN ICES-3 U(B) / NMB-3 (B)

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