P3-050 System Controller

Entry level P3 System Controller

P3-050 System Controller

The Martin P3-050 System Controller supports video input up to Full HD (1920x1080) and allows fixtures to be mapped onto the visual canvas, patched, addressed, and configured without having to directly access the fixtures. Martin fixtures can be easily controlled from a lighting desk, video source or a mix of both. They integrate with third-party software by importing and exporting industry-standard MVR files, eliminating duplicate actions and enabling designs to be easily shared.

Uniquely creative looks can be created for each application, whether using video content, traditional DMX controls, Art-Net / sACN PixelMapping, or a mix of control methods.

The entire system is fully synchronized, ensuring all elements work cohesively without visible latency. They support Full HD video input over DVI input, outputting up to 100,000 pixels to up to 2,000 fixtures. Real-time previews show you how video will be rendered on the fixtures.

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Features

  • Full HD video input compatible (DVI)
  • DVI input resolution up to 1920 x 1080
  • 128 universes of Art-Net / sACN input
  • 1 universe of 5-pin XLR DMX input
  • Outputs up to 100,000 pixels on 2,000 fixtures
  • 1U rackmount
  • Map a mix of Martin fixtures onto one visual canvas
  • Patch, address, and configure Martin fixtures, without having to directly address and configure each fixture
  • Export mapping and patch to third-party lighting controllers, CAD programs and visualizers via MVR
  • Import mapping and patch from third-party lighting controllers, CAD programs and visualizers via MVR
  • Export mapping mask to third-party media servers
  • Provide real-time feedback and monitoring of Martin fixtures
  • Provide remote monitoring of the P3 System Controller and all connected fixtures without physically being onsite

Specifications

  • Physical Width: 482.6 mm (19.0 in.) Height: 44.45 mm (1.75 in.) (rackmount 1U) Depth: 360.0 mm (14.2 in.) Weight: 3.0 kg (6.7 lbs.)
    Control/User Interface

    User Interface: Full HD (1920x1080) or better monitor (VGA, DVI, HDMI or DP), USB keyboard & USB mouse
    Device Status: Status indication LEDs

    DVI Video Input

    Resolution: Supporting all standard resolutions up to 1920x1080 (Full HD)
    Framerate: Supporting frame rates up to 60fps
    Scan: Progressive only
    EDID: Customizable via user interface
    Colour Depth: 8-bit
    Colour Sampling: RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4 & YCbCr 4:2:2

    Video Processing

    Controller pixel processing capacity: 100,000 pixels (expandable by adding P3-050s)*
    Controller fixture capacity: 2,000 fixtures (expandable by adding P3-050s)*
    Maximum workspace area: 2,073,600 pixels
    Maximum active capture area: 2,073,600 pixels
    System processing depth: 16 bits per color (48 bits per pixel)
    System latency: 2 frames
    Latency between first and last fixture: None
    Scaling: Yes, global and mixed pixel pitch
    Gamma Curve Control: Yes, adjustable
    Image Control Parameters: Hue, Saturation, Brightness, Contrast, Lowlight & Gain
    Mapping: Real-time
    Colour Temperature Control: Real-time
    Colour Space Control: Real-time
    Preview: Real-time (incoming video & mapping onto fixtures)
    *See also P3 System Controller Capacity Info Note on Downloads page

    DMX Controls

    Up to 128 universes of Art-Net or sACN input*
    Control of intensity and colours
    Control of colour temperature
    Merge video input with DMX controls towards fixtures
    Cross-fade or toggle between video and DMX controls
    Freeze, blackout or activate testpatterns on video engine
    Recall video presets (video settings, fixture positions and more)
    *See also P3 System Controller Capacity Info Note on Downloads page

    Motion Controls

    One universe of Art-Net, sACN or Kinesys K2 input*
    Compatible with Kinesys K2/Vector, Tait Navigator and others
    Control fixture or group position on video canvas
    Control fixture or group rotation on video canvas
    *See also P3 System Controller Capacity Info Note on Downloads page

    P3 Signal Protocol

    Signal type: Gigabit Ethernet
    Protocol : Proprietary Martin P3
    Hot pluggable: Yes, electrically isolated at all connections
    Cable type: Ethernet, shielded, Cat 5e or better
    Cable length: Up to 100 m between any 2 devices, extendable with Ethernet switch
    Maximum number of fixtures per daisy-chain: 50, extendable with Ethernet switch

    Construction Housing: Steel and aluminum Color: Matte black Protection rating: IP20
  • Installation Mounting: 19" rackmount (1U) or free-standing Location: Indoor or outdoor protected from elements Orientation: Horizontal only
    Connections

    Power input: IEC socket with integrated power switch
    P3 data in/out: 1x etherCON socket (1000Mbit)
    EtherDMX Network (Art-Net, sACN and Kinesys K2/Vector) & Management Network (remote management, syslog and webserver): 1x etherCON socket (100/1000Mbit)
    DMX in: 5-pin locking XLR
    DMX thru: 5-pin locking XLR
    DVI video in: DVI-D (via DVI-I connector)
    DVI video thru: DVI-D (via DVI-I connector)
    Peripherals and USB memory devices: 4 x USB 2.0 ports
    User interface monitor: DisplayPort++ (compatible with adapters to DVI, HDMI and VGA, not supplied)

    Electrical

    AC power: 100-240 V AC nominal, 50/60 Hz
    Power supply unit: Auto-ranging electronic switch mode

    Thermal Cooling: Filtered forced air (temperature-controlled fans) Total heat dissipation (calculated, +/- 10%): 96 BTU/hr. Maximum ambient temperature (Ta max.): 50° C (122° F) Minimum ambient temperature (Ta min.): 5° C (41° F)
    Environmental RoHS: Compliant REACH: Compliant WEEE: Compliant Proposition 65: Compliant
    Approvals EU safety: EN 60950-1 EU EMC: EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 6100-4-2, EN 6100-4-3, EN 6100-4-4, EN 6100-4-5, EN 6100-4-6, EN 6100-4-11 US safety: ANSI/UL 60950-1 Canadian safety: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 Australia/NZ: RCM United Kingdom: UKCA India: BIS
    Included Items

    Safety Guide
    Quick Start Guide
    EU-type power cable with Schuko connector
    US-type power cable
    UK-type power cable

    Related Items

    Martin P3-150 System Controller: P/N 90721015
    Martin P3-175 System Controller: P/N MAR-90721100
    Martin P3-275 System Controller: P/N MAR-90721101
    Martin P3-300 System Controller: P/N 90721060
    Martin P3-PC System Controller: Free download from www.martin.com

    Ordering Information Martin P3-050 System Controller: P/N 90721090

Downloads

  Version Language Size Uploaded
Specifications
file type icon P3-050 System Controller - Spec Sheet
en version D, updated: Apr 2022
en  303 KB Apr 2022
Manuals
file type icon P3 System Controllers – Training Videos
en version A, updated: Oct 2023
en  Oct 2023
file type icon P3 System Controllers - DMX Protocol
en version 5.3.0, updated: Aug 2023
5.3.0  en  240 KB Aug 2023
file type icon P3 System Controllers - Keyboard Shortcuts
en version F, updated: Aug 2023
en  37.5 KB Aug 2023
file type icon P3 System Controllers - Capacity Info Note
en version P, updated: Jan 2024
en  200 KB Jan 2024
file type icon P3-050, P3-150, P3-300 - Monitor Connection Guide
en version D, updated: Oct 2020
en  118 KB Oct 2020
file type icon P3 System Controllers – Kurzanleitung
de version G, updated: Oct 2023
de  919 KB Oct 2023
file type icon P3 System Controllers - Quick Guide
en version G, updated: Oct 2023
en  2.49 MB Oct 2023
file type icon P3 System Controllers – Guide de Démarrage
fr version G, updated: Oct 2023
fr  840 KB Oct 2023
file type icon P3 System Controllers - Getting Started Video
en version 6.0.0, updated: Dec 2023
6.0.0  en  Dec 2023
Brochures
file type icon Pro Install Overview Brochure
en updated: Oct 2023
  en  23.1 MB Oct 2023
Symbols
file type icon Martin Professional GDTF Library
en version A, updated: Oct 2023
en  203 Bytes Oct 2023
file type icon Vectorworks Symbols
en version 3.8, updated: Dec 2023
3.8  en  371 MB Dec 2023
Compliances
file type icon P3-050 / P3-150 – EU Declaration of Conformity
en version A, updated: Oct 2020
en  45 KB Oct 2020
file type icon P3-050 / P3-150 – ETL Listing Verification
en version A, updated: Oct 2020
en  103 KB Oct 2020
Software
platform icon P3 Fixture Adjuster One-Key Conversion
version 2016-05-30, updated: Oct 2023
2016-05-30     446 KB Oct 2023
platform icon P3-050/150/300 Recovery Wizard
version 6.0.2, updated: Jan 2024
6.0.2     96.7 MB Jan 2024
platform icon P3-050/150/300 Software
version 6.0.2, updated: Jan 2024
6.0.2     96.7 MB Jan 2024
platform icon P3 Personality and Firmware Update Package 5.3.0
version 2024-01-10, updated: Jan 2024
2024-01-10     12.4 MB Jan 2024
platform icon P3 Personality and Firmware Update Package 5.3.2
version 2024-01-10, updated: Jan 2024
2024-01-10     3.36 MB Jan 2024
platform icon P3 Personality and Firmware Update Package 6.0.0
version 2024-01-10, updated: Jan 2024
2024-01-10     3.58 MB Jan 2024
platform icon P3 Personality and Firmware Update Package 6.0.2
version 2024-01-24, updated: Jan 2024
2024-01-24     280 Bytes Jan 2024
Service Notes
file type icon 3D Partsfinder - Opening using Solid Works Composer Player
version 4, updated: Oct 2020
  743 KB Oct 2020
VC-Grid/Strip products with P3 Software 3.1.1 or newer
en version A, updated: May 2018
A   en    May 2018
Using P3 PowerPort 1500 with P3-05/150/300 System Controller
en version A, updated: May 2018
A   en    May 2018
Using EC-20 LED Video panels with P3-050/150/300 System Controller
en version A, updated: May 2018
A   en    May 2018
Running P3 network in surge-sensitive environment
en version A, updated: May 2018
A   en    May 2018
Using EC-10 LED Video panels with P3-050/150/300 System Controller
en version A, updated: May 2018
A   en    May 2018
Showfiles
file type icon Martin P3 Content Package Rev. B Part 1 - H.264
en version B, updated: Aug 2023
en  950 MB Aug 2023
file type icon Martin P3 Content Package Rev. B Part 2 - H.264
en version B, updated: Aug 2023
en  883 MB Aug 2023
file type icon Martin P3 Content Package Rev. B Part 3 - H.264
en version B, updated: Aug 2023
en  924 MB Aug 2023

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Entry level P3 System Controller