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Martin RUSH series troubleshooting
The Martin RUSH series problems live-event techs bring to Ask Roadie most (also called Martin RUSH, RUSH Batten, RUSH MH 1, RUSH MH 6 Wash). Pick your symptom, or describe your own in plain words, and get the likeliest fix first, with the manual page when there is one.
Common RUSH series errors & problems
What techs run into most, and what's usually behind it. The step-by-step fix for your exact unit is in Ask Roadie.
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How do I update RUSH firmware?
Likely cause: RUSH uses a dedicated USB-to-DMX uploader rather than the MAC firmware path; matching the file to the exact model and using the right tool avoids bricking, and archiving matters now that the line is EOL.
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Quick model spec reference for common RUSH fixtures
Likely cause: Techs frequently need channel count, power draw and weight fast for patch and power/rig planning; these are the manufacturer spec-sheet figures.
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RUSH dimming looks steppy / snaps instead of fading
Likely cause: The apparent "steppiness" is usually the SNAP curve plus low DMX resolution; changing the dimming-curve personality is the correct fix, not swapping the fixture.
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RUSH fixture not responding to DMX or flickering / erratic
Likely cause: The vast majority of RUSH "dead"/flicker calls are address-or-mode mismatch or an unterminated data line; termination and mode are the first, cheapest fixes.
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RUSH fixture shows Lamp Too Hot / Temperature error or drops output
Likely cause: RUSH movers use temperature-controlled cooling with staged thermal protection; the Too Hot messages are the protection working, so the fix is airflow/cleaning, not a reset.
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RUSH MH 6 pan/tilt calibration / alignment via DMX
Likely cause: Multi-head washes need offset trim to look uniform; using the built-in calibration channel avoids re-rigging and the default feedback keeps them aligned during a show.
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RUSH mover throws Pan Reset Error or Tilt Reset Error (won't home)
Likely cause: Reset errors are almost always a lost home reference: either an obstruction/transport shock or a fouled Hall sensor.
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RUSH shows "Maintenance Fixture" message
Likely cause: RUSH fixtures track run hours and prompt for periodic cleaning; acknowledging/resetting the timer is the intended response.
Not on the list? Describe it your way, or paste the error code off the display. Ask Roadie works the problem with you until it's fixed or you have a clear next move.
How Ask Roadie helps with the RUSH series
- 1. Pick the Martin RUSH series. It's already in the list.
- 2. Describe what you're seeing. In your own words, or the error code off the screen.
- 3. Get the likeliest fix first. Steps in order, the manual page when there is one, and a note when other techs have confirmed it.
- 4. Still broken? Tap 👎 and it keeps going from where you left off.
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