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VL3015LT Spot Luminaire User`s Manual - Vari-Lite

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2. Value DMX Seconds 104 31 41 105 31 106 32 42 107 32 108 32 109 33 43 110 33 111 34 44 112 34 113 34 114 35 45 115 35 116 36 46 117 36 118 36 119 37 47 120 37 121 38 48 122 38 123 38 124 39 49 125 39 126 39 127 40 50 128 40 129 41 51 130 41 131 41 132 42 52 133 42 134 43 53 135 43 136 43 137 44 54 138 44 139 45 55 140 45 141 45 142 46 56 143 46 144 47 57 145 47 26 August 2013 3 39 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 40 Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 146 47 147 48 58 148 48 149 49 59 150 49 151 49 152 50 60 153 50 154 50 155 51 61 156 51 157 52 62 158 52 159 52 160 53 63 161 53 162 54 64 163 54 164 54 165 55 65 166 55 167 56 66 168 56 169 56 170 57 67 171 57 172 58 68 173 58 174 58 175 59 69 176 59 177 59 178 60 70 179 60 180 65 71 181 65 182 65 183 70 72 184 70 185 75 73 186 75 187 75 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A 02 9698 0002 A Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map Continued OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE TIMING
3. 6 1in 155 0 mm 4 19 2 in 18 0 in 487 7 mm 457 2 mm D 0 p a 7 33 5 in 30 5 in 774 7 mm 850 9 mm 16 4 in 14 1 in 33 5 in 416 6mm _ 358 1 mm 850 9 mm 32 7 in 830 6 mm 24 3 in 617 2 mm 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 77 VARIX amp LITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 78 Jl PHOTOMETRIC 1500W Short Arc Lamp SPOT AN NOTES A All data taken with a seasoned light source at 20 hours of life Zoom Lens FIELD ANGLE TOTAL CCT Position degrees LUMENS NFOV 5 6 19 854 MFOV 32 0 41 487 6601 WFOV 52 1 34 226 B Fixture output 41 487 lumens 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A VARBKLITE Express yourself Philips Vari Lite 10911 Petal Street Dallas Texas 75238 USA 1 877 VARI LTTE 1 214 647 7880 www vari lite com 2013 Philips Vari Lite a Philips group company All Rights Reserved
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6. AC Input Data Thru Figure 1 2 External Components and Controls 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Notes 8 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A CHAPTER 2 4 AN Installation 02 9698 0002 A This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire It includes connecting power and data along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing it within your system e Special Warnings e Power and Data Cabling Requirements Installation Procedures Powering Up e Addressing 26 August 2013 9 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Special Warnings 10 gt BD Exceptional Safety Information for the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire The light intensity and power density of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire exceeds that of other fixtures typically used in this application The warnings and cautions that follow are critically important to the safe operation of this fixture This product is for commercial use only by trained professionals only If you have any questions about the safe installation and operation of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire please contact Vari Lite customer service at 1 877 VARI LITE 1 877 827 4548 1 214 647 7880 or entertainment service philips com WARNING Light Beam Projects Intense Heat Do not illuminate objects within 4 0 m 13 2 feet of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Objects
7. 0 255 0 100 Used to strike douse the lamp set lamp levels and other various functions as well as resetting the luminaire via the console DMX values are Default Console Value Idle DMX 0 Display Menu Settings Off DMX 3 4 Reset Fixture to Defaults DMX 5 7 Color Snap ON DMX 20 25 Color Snap OFF Norm DMX 30 35 Dimmer Snap ON DMX 40 45 Dimmer Snap OFF Norm DMX 50 55 Full Luminaire ReCal DMX 81 87 ReCal Color DMX 100 104 ReCal Gobo DMX 112 116 ReCal Beam DMX 126 130 ReCal Dim Strobe DMX 138 142 Lamp OFF DMX 165 171 Lamp Low DMX 176 184 Lamp Med DMX 189 194 Lamp High DMX 199 204 Lamp Strike DMX 249 255 When resetting fixtures to Defaults settings in Bold will be activated Note that these functions do not require the 3 sec rule to execute All other values do require the 3 sec rule Notes e Default Values Denotes recommended console default settings e Use of Timing Channels The default value setting in the profile should be 255 proportional control to allow smooth movement when using console timing The Timing channel data should change as a snap A zero value will give the fastest move but without any smoothing this can look steppy in console timed moves 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT DMX CHANNELS 3 e To use a timing channel instead of console timing it is necessary to set
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9. Value DMX Seconds 188 80 74 189 80 190 85 75 191 85 192 85 193 90 76 194 90 195 95 77 196 95 197 95 198 100 78 199 100 200 110 79 201 110 202 110 203 120 80 204 120 205 120 81 206 130 207 130 208 140 82 209 140 210 140 211 150 83 212 150 213 160 84 214 160 215 160 216 170 85 217 170 218 180 86 219 180 220 180 221 190 87 222 190 223 200 88 224 200 225 200 226 210 89 227 210 228 210 229 220 26 August 2013 3 41 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 42 Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 90 230 220 231 230 91 232 230 233 230 234 240 92 235 240 236 250 93 237 250 238 250 239 260 94 240 260 241 270 95 242 270 243 270 244 280 96 245 280 246 290 97 247 290 248 290 249 300 98 250 300 251 310 99 252 310 253 310 254 310 100 255 Follows Cue Data 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A OPERATION UPDATING SOFTWARE 3 Updating Software USB Download and Programming To download files with a PC equipped with a Universal Serial Bus USB port you need the VARI LTTE USB Luminaire Programming Kit 28 8500 0054 The USB Luminaire Programming Kit can be ordered directly from your Authorized VARI LTTE Dealer The VARI LITE USB Luminaire Programming Kit 28 8500 0054 includes e VARI LITE USB Upload Cable 25 9600 0001 USB Luminaire Pr
10. 97 Position 1 Open Rtate DMX 98 119 Position 2 Alpha Rays Rtate DMX 120 141 Position 3 Night Sky Rtate DMX 142 163 Position 4 Shock Breakup Rtate DMX 164 184 Position 5 Block Breakup Rtate DMX 185 206 Position 1 Open DMX 207 216 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 236 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 237 255 G1 Index Rt High G1 Index Rt Low 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Gobo 1 Index and Rotation in either direction 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 33 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Table 3 11 VL3015LT Spot DMX Map for Gobo Wheel 1 2 and 3 Gobo Wheel 2 0 255 0 100 Controls Rotating Gobo Wheel 2 using the following DMX values Half gobo positioning not possible Position 1 Open Indx DMX 0 10 Position 2 Plowed Indx DMX 11 32 Position 3 Droplets Indx DMX 33 54 Position 4 On The Rocks Indx DMX 55 75 Position 5 Pangea Indx DMX 76 97 Position 1 Open Rtate DMX 98 119 Position 2 Plowed Rtate DMX 120 141 Position 3 Droplets Rtate DMX 142 163 Position 4 On The Rocks Rtate DMX 164 184 Position 5 Pangea Rtate DMX 185 206 Position 1 Open DMX 207 216 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 236 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 237 255 20 21 G2 Index Rt High G2 Index Rt Low 0 65535 0 100 32
11. en arin MR wat sie RE ee 30 VL3015LT Spot Gobo Effects Control ss 30 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS xiii VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Overview of Gobos and Gags used in VL3015LT Spot Luminaire 30 Gobo Gag Use and Positioning cece eseesceeseceseceeeeeseesaeceaeceeeeseseaaeeaaesaeenes 30 Gobo Wheels 1 23 and 3 se sense 2 31 Index nd R f tion 24 2 este ne alu 33 VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Timing VL3015LT Spot Timing Channel Information 35 Updating Software USB Download and Programming ee 43 Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire 44 Chapter 4 Menu System Menu Operation What Is the Menu Syst m roterer en lebe seen 48 Controls Operation nu nee abri 48 Default States roni sen ei IHRE I 49 SOI rail ech rend 49 Menu Functions VL3015LT Spot Menu System Overview nn 50 VL3015LT Spot Menu System Function Chart 51 Menu Function Definitions ss 54 Self Tests Running Parameter Tests ae 56 Appendix A Luminaire Care and Routine Maintenance Equipment Handling Locations Use socias tcs tent Rite EE 60 LAMPS nine an Rn RES DIE Einen 60 RYE BIG Tel I IF i ei ES EE EE EE 60 Heat de ar ete dA ele ial awa latest 60 Lamp Life reach 60 Solid State Ele COMICS nn een en ee en een 61 Electrostatic Discharge ESD ss 61 Printed Circuit Boards PCBS ss 61 Troubleshooting Error Messages sitter Pitbne dele EE 62 Troubleshooting G
12. 1 Arc lamps require a period of time to relight after a power interruption or a severe voltage dip In some cases lamp will automatically relight after it has cooled depending on Lamp Power Up State configuration setting 2 Burning position is Universal iv 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A FOREWORD Sicherheitshinweise Es ist u erst wichtig ALLE Sicherheitsinformationen und hinweise in diesem Handbuch und dem beiliegenden Informationsmaterial zu lesen bevor Sie die hierin beschriebenen Produkte installieren bzw bedienen Halten Sie bei der Installation und dem Einsatz dieses Produkts alle Warnhinweise und Vorsichtsma nahmen ein Folgende Sicherheitssymbole werden in diesem Handbuch verwendet UN VORSICHT weist auf m glichen Produktschaden hin AN WARNUNG weist auf m gliche K rperverletzung und Lebensbedrohung hin NACHSTEHEND FINDEN SIE ALLGEMEINE HINWEISE BER SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN GEGEN ELEKTROSCHOCK FEUER BERH HTE UV STRAHLUNG UND K RPERVERLETZUNGEN WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM FEUERSCHUTZ 1 VARI LITE Scheinwerfer sind ausschlie lich f r den Einsatz mit bestimmten Lampentyps Achten Sie auf den Lampentyp 1500 Watt Short Arc Lamp bevor Sie die jeweiligen Lampen ersetzen Die Installation eines anderen Lampentyps kann gef hrlich sein 2 Scheinwerfer k nnen auf jeder beliebigen Oberfl che montiert werden solange Sie die Montageanweisungen befolgen Detaillierte Hinweise finden Sie in diesem Handbu
13. 14 2 8 6 15 3 16 3 2 17 3 4 7 18 3 6 19 3 8 8 20 4 21 4 2 02 9698 0002 A 02 9698 0002 A Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map Continued OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE TIMING Value DMX Seconds 22 44 9 23 4 6 24 4 8 10 25 5 26 5 2 27 5 4 11 28 5 6 29 5 8 30 6 12 31 6 2 32 6 4 13 33 6 6 34 6 8 35 7 0 14 36 7 2 37 7 4 15 38 7 6 39 7 8 40 8 16 41 8 2 42 8 4 17 43 8 6 44 8 8 45 9 18 46 9 2 47 9 4 19 48 9 6 49 9 8 50 10 20 51 10 2 52 10 4 53 10 6 21 54 11 55 11 22 56 12 57 12 58 13 23 59 13 60 14 24 61 14 26 August 2013 3 37 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 38 Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 62 14 63 15 25 64 15 65 16 26 66 16 67 16 68 17 27 69 17 70 18 28 71 18 72 18 73 19 29 74 19 75 20 30 76 20 77 20 78 21 31 79 21 80 21 81 22 32 82 22 83 23 33 84 23 85 23 86 24 34 87 24 88 25 35 89 25 90 25 91 26 36 92 26 93 27 37 94 27 95 27 96 28 38 97 28 98 29 39 99 29 100 29 101 30 40 102 30 103 30 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A 02 9698 0002 A Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map Continued OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE TIMING
14. Addressing 20 Program Starting Address The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display refer to Menu Operation on page 48 The luminaire retains the DMX address even if power is removed Note Refer to your console operating instructions for specific information regarding its addressing requirements Program a DMX starting address Step 1 Press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until Address appears Press Enter Step 3 Press Up Down arrows to enter starting address 4 Step 4 Press Enter to set Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire It is possible to bypass the calibration sequence and go directly to the Menu Display programming in order to pre program an address setting Program starting address without calibrating luminaire e While powering up luminaire press and hold Menu Program address as in Program Starting Address above e Press and hold Menu until display changes from Starting to the DMX address Note The luminaire will require a reset to restore control See VL3015LT Spot Control Channel Functions chapter on page 26 for control channel information on luminaire reset 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A 4 AN This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and for updating the internal software CHAPTER 3 Operation e VL3015LT Spot DMX Channels e VL3015LT Spot DMX M
15. DMX DMX Accesses options for DMX system settings Download Download Initiates download of luminaire software Edge Edge Specifies edge function for manual contro Manual or testing Test Enable Enable Enables a function Encoder Encoder Accesses pan tilt encoders for diagnostic testing FAIL Test Fail Indicates that a test has failed FixGobo Gobo Wheel 1 Specifies gobo wheel 1 rotating gobo wheel for manual control Manual and testing Test Fixt Hrs Fixture Hours Displays total number of hours luminaire has been powered on Fixture Fixture Accesses luminaire information such as serial number software version and total operation hours Also accesses recalibration and download options Flw Spot Follow Spot Sets the luminaire to follow spot operational mode where the pan and tilt are disabled not controllable by DMX commands Focus zoom gobo effects and color are still controllable by DMX Frost Frost Mechanism Specifies frost function for manual control Manual or testing Test Head Mtr Head Motor Configures head movement options Inv Pan Invert Pan Reverses pan action for special focus requirements Inv Tilt Invert Tilt Reverses tilt action for special focus requirements 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A MENU SYSTEM MENU FUNCTIONS 4 Table 4 2 Menu Function Definitions Continued Display Definition Purpose
16. OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT DMX MAPPING Table 3 10 VL3015LT Spot Gobo Wheel 3 Standard Configuration Chart SZ AN Circle of Ovals Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 Open No Gobo N A 2 Circle of Ovals 41 6098 6011 3 Multi Color Circles 41 6098 8801 4 Pebbles 41 6098 7002 5 Uneven Bars 41 6098 4211 Multi Color Circles Index and Rotation Note gobos and gags is for reference only Raw artwork shown for The gobo wheels operate in two modes INDEX Mode and ROTATE Mode The corresponding values are given in the DMX Map Tables below Gobos will also behave as follows e Gobo wheels will only stop at whole images e Timed moves are only available using the Gobo Time channel 27 e Spins are variable from DMX 217 236 for CCW fast to slow and 237 255 for CW slow to fast e The Gobo Index function utilizes 16 bit control which offers enhanced resolution whether in INDEX or ROTATE mode Table 3 11 VL3015LT Spot DMX Map for Gobo Wheel 1 2 and 3 DMX Channel Parameters Gobo Wheel 1 Range DMX 0 255 Range Default Value 0 100 0 Description Controls Rotating Gobo Wheel 1 using the following DMX values Half gobo positioning not possible Position 1 Open Indx DMX 0 10 Position 2 Alpha Rays Indx DMX 11 32 Position 3 Night Sky Indx DMX 33 54 Position 4 Shock Breakup Indx DMX 55 75 Position 5 Block Breakup Indx DMX 76
17. adas solamente para lugares secos La exposici n a la lluvia o humedad pueden da ar la luminaria 2 Desconecte la energ a antes de dar servicio a cualquier equipo de VARI LITE 3 El servicio debe ser realizado solamente por personal calificado 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 ix VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL ADVERTENCIA INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCI N CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICION EXCESIVA DE RADIACI N ULTRA VIOLETA 1 Muchas luminarias VARI LITE usan un tipo de l mpara que produce radiaci n UV NO mire directamente a la l mpara 2 Es peligroso operar luminarias sin lentes o protectores Debe cambiar los protectores lentes o pantallas ultravioletas si se aprecia que han sido dafadas y que su efectividad pudiera estar deteriorada Por ejemplo si tuvieran rajaduras o raspaduras profundas ADVERTENCIA INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCI N CONTRA LESIONES DE PERSONAS 1 Las superficies exteriores de las luminarias est n calientes durante su operaci n Use un equipo de seguridad apropiado guantes protecci n para los ojos etc cuando haga ajustes en el equipo y componentes que est n calientes 2 Cuando las luminarias est n en operaci n la l mpara estar muy caliente Desconecte la energ a y deje que la l mpara se enfr e antes de reemplazarla 3 Las l mparas de arco emiten radiaciones ultravioletas que pueden ocasionar serias quemaduras a la piel e inflamaci n a los ojos Adem s las l mparas de ar
18. e Luminaire Service Manual 02 9698 0010 Testing Troubleshooting Component Replacement and Illustrated Parts Breakdown Note Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty Refer to the Philips Vari Lite Limited Warranty card included in the product shipping package for more information e For more information on installing DMX512 control systems the following publication is available for purchase from the United States Institute for Theatre Technology USITT Recommended Practice for DMX512 A Guide for Users and Installers 2nd edition ISBN 9780955703522 USITT Contact Information USITT Inc 315 South Crouse Avenue Suite 200 Syracuse NY 13210 Tel 800 938 7488 or 1 315 463 6463 Fax 866 398 7488 or 1 315 463 6525 www usitt org 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 1 VARIX amp LITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Text Conventions The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual Style Meaning Button Front panel button Example Press Menu Up Down arrows Press either Up or Down arrow button at Menu Display MENU LCD Menu Display read out Example Press Up Down arrows until LAMP appears Customer Service Our Goal At Philips Vari Lite we are committed to providing you the highest quality in customer service Our comprehensive resources are available to help your business succeed and ensure you get the full benefit of bein
19. the construction of this connector Master luminaire containing Luminaire 1 Luminaire 2 software version to download requiring update requiring update i A ee AC In Data Thru Data Thru DMX Termination Figure 3 5 Software Transfer Setup Transfer Procedure This procedure is used to transfer software versions between luminaires Step Step Step Step Step Step Step 1 M At last luminaire install DMX termination connector into DATA THRU XLR connector At master luminaire first in chain Menu Display press Menu Press Up Down arrows until Fixture appears Press Up Down arrows until Download appears Press Enter OK will be displayed Press Enter to accept Download will proceed Download will take 4 5 seconds The number of blocks displayed will be less in a luminaire to luminaire download than in a PC to luminaire download for the same software version Once download is complete luminaire will automatically recalibrate Once recalibration is complete recalibrate luminaire one additional time Verify software version at luminaire Step 1 At Menu Display press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until Fixture appears Press Enter Step 3 Press Up Down arrows until Version appears Press Enter 02 9698 0002 A The first half of the version will be displayed as a date MM DD YY
20. AND IMAINTENANCE A Cleaning Optics Filters and Gobos AN WARNING Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance WARNING Acetone is a harsh cleaning agent and solvent Acetone is very flammable Please handle acetone according to manufacturer s safety instructions and precautions gt The front lens optics color filters and reflector may require cleaning after extended use e FRONT LENS Use a isopropyl alcohol with a soft lint free cloth to clean the front lens e OPTICS COLOR FILTERS GOBOS Use Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol along with a soft lint free cloth to clean the optics color filters e REFLECTOR Use Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol along with a soft lint free cloth to clean the reflector A CAUTION Do not continuously rub color filters or reflector it may damage or remove the optical coating 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 71 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 72 Followspot Handle Accessory Installation Optional The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire is an optional accessory available and sold through your Authorized VARI LITE Dealer This accessory is designed to allow the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Vari Lite part number 21 9698 9610 to be utilized Cg ve as a manually aimed followspot while still providing full attribute controls via DMX Warnings e When VL3015LT Spot Luminaire is installed the luminaire cannot be operated in its normal VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Followspot Han
21. Index Specifies prism parameter for manual control Manual Program Programming Currently programming the new version of software Re Cal Recalibrate Recalibrates luminaire ResetDef Reset Defaults Resets default system configuration values ResetLmp Reset Lamp Resets lamp hour and strike counters For use when new lamp is installed Rot Index Gobo Index Specifies rotating the gobo index for manual control Manual and testing Test EOT sensor etc for each rotating gobo wheel assembly 1 through 3 Rot Gobo Gobo Wheel Specifies rotating gobo wheel for manual control Manual and testing Test for each rotating gobo wheel assembly 1 through 3 RUN TEST Run Test Indicates that a mechanism test is in progress Sensor Sensors Accesses sensor types for diagnostic testing Setup Setup Accesses unit model type options do not change Status Status Error Allows scrolling through error list or displays OK if no errors Strobe Strobe Specifies strobe function for manual control Manual or testing Test STST Sensor Test Indicates that a system sensor test is in progress Swap Swap Swaps pan tilt action for special focus requirements Test Test Accesses diagnostic tests for internal mechanisms Tilt Tilt Specifies tilt function for manual control Manual or testing Test Version Version Displays current software version date and time in two pages Yellow Yellow Specifies yellow color parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test
22. Lamp On Lamp On Cal ON Lamp On After Calibration Lamp Off Lamp Off Lamp Level Lamp Operational Full Full Power Power Level Setting Level Medium Medium Power Level Low Lowest Power Level Lamp Hours Lamp Operational XXXX Cumulative Hours of Lamp Operation Hours Reset Hrs Reset Lamp Hours OK Pan Tilt Pan and Tilt Movement Pan and Tilt Enable Enable Movement Disable Disable Head Mtr Head Motor Movement Head Movement Enable Enable Disable Disable Display Display Illumination Off Time Sets display 30 Sec OFF in 30 illumination duration seconds 5 Min OFF in 5 minutes 10 Min OFF in 10 minutes ON ON indefinitely Display Tilt Sets display Up orientation in relation to the Down upper enclosure Dimmer Snap Dimmer On Dimmer Snap On Operational Setting Off Dimmer Snap Off ResetDef Reset Default OK Chg LumlD Change XXXX Value Luminaire ID 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 51 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 52 Table 4 1 VL3015LT Spot Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel DMX DATA Channel XXX DMX Channel 1 XXXX Current DMX DMX Data through 36 Value for selected channel Pan Tilt Pan and Tilt Swap Swap Pan amp Tilt ON Options OFF Inv Pan nvert Pan ON OFF Inv Tilt nvert Tilt ON OFF Fixture Sta
23. NZ Technical AN Specifications VL3015LT Spot Luminaire PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS Color System Six color control wheels total A three filter CMY cross fading system two fixed color wheels with five interchangeable color filters each capable of continuous wheel rotation for additional effects and a variable CTO color temperature correction wheel Zoom Optics A 13 element 10 1 zoom optics system covering a range from 6 to 60 Beam Size Control A mechanical iris provides continuous beam size control for rapid and smooth timed beam angle changes Intensity Control Full field dimming designed for smooth timed fades as well as quick dimming effects Strobe High performance dual blade strobe system capable of ultra fast operation Rotating Gobo Wheels Three gobo effects wheels combine to each offer four rotatable indexable gobo positions and one open position Edge and Pattern Focus Variable beam focus to soften edges of gobos or spots Remarkable depth of field capability allows morphing effects between all pattern and effects wheels Variable Frost Independent drop in armature that holds variable frost glass Rotating Prism Independent drop in armature which rotates and holds a 3 facet prism Pan and Tilt Smooth time controlled continuous motion by way of three phase stepper motor systems Pan and Tilt Range Pan 540 Tilt 270 Accuracy 0 3 resolution 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 75 VARIX
24. Progress Strobe RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Cyan RUN TEST Aun Test in Progress Yellow RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Magenta RUN TEST Aun Test in Progress CTO RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Color 1 Color Wheel 1 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Color 2 Color Wheel 2 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress RotGobo1 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress GobIndx1 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress RotGobo2 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress GobIndx2 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress RotGobo3 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress GobIndx3 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Frost RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Prism RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Lamp Disables Pan Tilt and RUN TEST Run Test in Progress executes Home position Encoder RUN TEST Run Test in Progress For 16 bit parameters the data displayed will be scaled to a range of 0 4095 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 53 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Menu Function Definitions For easy reference each possible menu item is listed alphabetically in the first column by its display abbreviation The second column follows with a definition of the abbreviation and then a third column provides an explanation of its purpose and function Table 4 2 Menu Function Definitions Display Definition Purpose 10 Min 10 Minutes Sets Menu Display to automatically shut off after 10 minutes of non use 30 Sec 30 Seconds Sets Menu Display to automatically shut off after 30 seconds of non use 5 M
25. Routine Maintenance WARNING All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire Never remove covers or backcap while lamp is in operation 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 59 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Equipment Handling 60 Below are some basic tips and information on handling luminaires and their associated components Locations Use VARI LITE luminaires are designed for dry locations only Exposure to rain or moisture including but not limited to fog machines misters etc may damage luminaire Lamps Servicing e When handling a lamp hold it by the ceramic base while wearing cotton gloves or finger cots Do not touch the glass envelope bulb If you touch the glass with bare fingers immediately wipe off any fingerprints with isopropyl alcohol Use care when opening and closing the rear castings or covers of luminaires and cleaning reflectors Any jarring can undo the optical alignment of the lamp Heat When lamps are lit the interior of the luminaires becomes very hot To aid in the airflow circulation within the luminaires after dousing the lamps wait ten minutes before removing power to the luminaires This will provide enough time for the equipment fan to cool off the unit Users should wait until the unit is cool to the touch before servicing or handling Lamp Life e When operating arc lamps allow luminaires to operate for at least 3 minutes
26. VL3015LT SPOT DMX MAPPING 3 Gobo Wheels 1 2 and 3 These wheels have five positions one being open Figure 3 3 illustrates the standard gobo configurations Figure 3 3 Gobo Wheels 1 2 and 3 Positions For each wheel and their associated standard gobo or gag refer to e VL3015LT Spot Gobo Wheel 1 Standard Configuration Chart on page 32 e VL3015LT Spot Gobo Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart on page 32 e VL3015LT Spot Gobo Wheel 3 Standard Configuration Chart on page 33 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 31 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Table 3 8 VL3015LT Spot Gobo Wheel 1 Standard Configuration Chart Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 Open No Gobo N A 2 Alpha Rays 41 6098 7029 3 Night Sky 41 6098 5011 4 Ray 41 6098 4003 5 Block Break Up 41 6098 7015 Te E EE na et sat Noe ER eet 20000 rr Raw artwork shown for a bene tte hy H u a gobos and gags is for Na reference only Alpha Rays Night Sky Ray Block Break Up Table 3 9 VL3015LT Spot Gobo Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 Open No Gobo N A 2 Plowed 41 6098 8513 3 Droplets Gag 41 6098 8506 4 On The Rocks 41 6098 8511 5 Pangea 41 6098 8512 Note Raw artwork shown for gobos and gags is for reference only Plowed Droplets Gag On The Rocks Pangea 32 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A
27. Vari Lite part number A Accessory Description 22 9620 0194 Safety Cable Assembly 21 9698 9610 VL3015LT Spot Followspot Handle 1 each 25 9661 0057 DMX Termination Connector Assembly 28 8500 0054 USB Luminaire Programming Kit 55 6840 0001 Truss Hook Mega Clamp Round and Square 55 6841 0001 Truss Hook Mega Claw for 2 Round Tube 71 9686 1502 1500 Watt Short Arc Lamp PCIBE AC Input Cable PowerCon with Bare End no connector 1 Meter PC1GTL208 AC Input Cable PowerCon with L6 20 Twist Lock Male 1 Meter 6 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A DESCRIPTION COMPONENTS 7 Luminaire Overview The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls Upper Enclosure Assembly Mounting Brackets Note Truss hooks clamps Houses power Supply ballast and display board etc are sold separately TU AA Input Panel har e O Provides DMX In and Thru Backcap Assembly Z and AC Power connections N see detail below Provides access to lamp AN for replacement and a NM controls for eam adjustment _t Yoke Assembly Houses Master Control Board MCB Head Assembly Houses CMY color gobo strobe prism frost zoom lens and iris mechanisms Input Panel Components Menu Display Used to input manual Product Label ID commands program test set defaults and access internal status information XY 4cW DATA IN DATA THR
28. amp LITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 76 wl SPOT AR wiz SPOT OPTICAL Source Triple wattage double ended lamp The lamp is capable of operation at 900W 1200W or 1650W mode selectable from fixture or console Color Temperature 6000K at 1650W and 6300K at 900W and 1200W Output 41 487 lumens Reflector Precision glass reflector with dichroic cold mirror coating Color Filter Fixed wheel color filters 044 thick 2 039 diameter Gobo Gobos are E size Metal gobos are not acceptable OPERATIONAL Power Requirements Standard AC power distribution from 200 240 VAC 50 60 Hz The unit requires up to 12 A depending on the AC supply voltage Operational Temperatures 20 to 104 F 29 to 40 C Cooling Forced air cooled Control Compatible with a wide variety of DMX512 consoles DMX Channels 36 Mounting Position The VL3015LT Spot luminaire can be mounted and operated in any orientation Weight 115 Ibs 52 3 kg 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS B Dimensions Hangs on 31 0 inch 79 cm centers Luminaire can be mounted and operated in any orientation 16 7 in 21 7 in 424 2 mm 551 2 mm EN cr HJE 150 39 En 150 30 40 7 in 1033 8 mm
29. beam size iris and focus for hard edge Step 3 Position beam on a white wall at a distance of 10 to 20 feet Step 4 At backcap using X Y and Z adjustment knobs adjust beam as required CAUTION RISK OF FIRE USE ONLY 1500 WATT H TYPE 100V METAL HALIDE LAMP SFc10 4 BASE ATTENTION RISQUE D INCENDIE UTILISER UNIQUEMENT UNE LAMPA HALOGENE EN METAL DE TYPE H 1500 WATT 100V ET UN SUPPORT SFc10 4 CAUTION RISK OF EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT COMPLETE LAMP ENCLOSURE IN PLACE OR WHEN LENS IS DAMAGED Backcap N DISCONNECT FIXTURE BEFORE RELAMPING CAUTION HOT LAMP DO NOT OPEN FOR 5 MINUTES AFTER SWITCHING OFF Figure A 2 Aligning Lamp Lamp Alignment Knobs 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 65 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 66 Gobo Replacement Gobo Wheels Tools 2 Phillips screwdriver Overview of Gobos and Gags used in VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Due to the immense energy and light produced by VL3015LT spot luminaires Vari Lite recommends to users and owners of this fixture follow the guidelines outlined below when loading gobos or gags in any of the three rotating gobo wheels Gobo Gag Use and Positioning Vari Lite has purposely selected a set of standard gobos and gags for this fixture and positioned them within the fixture to offer optimum versatility performance The gobos supplied in the standard factory configurati
30. luminaire uses its timing channel value to calculate a smooth continuous movement for a given time and transition e Console Timing the console calculates the time duration between the DMX increments to be sent for a given time and transition Guidelines e Timing channels support time values of up to six minutes e To use a timing channel instead of console timing it is necessary to set the timing channel to the desired value and set cue and or parameter time to zero A combination of time controls can produce unexpected results e The default value setting in the profile should be 255 proportional control to allow smooth movement when using console timing e The timing channel data should change as a snap A zero value will give the fastest move however without any smoothing this can appear steppy in console timed moves Note Some parameters have been excluded from the timing channels Wheel spin and gobo rotation rate changes are not affected by timing channels Table 3 12 VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Channel Function Timing Channel Relationship Channel Function Pan Hi Byte Lo Byte Timing Channel Focus Time Color Time Beam Time Gobo Time Tilt Hi Byte Lo Byte Cyan Magenta Yellow CTO Color Wheels Beam iris Gobo Wheels 1 2 and 3 A timing value of zero is full speed A time value of 100 or DMX 255 enable
31. used throughout this manual are as follows A CAUTION advising of potential damage to product AN WARNING advising of potential injury or death to persons GENERAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK FIRE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE UV RADIATION AND INJURY TO PERSONS CAN BE FOUND BELOW WARNING INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE 1 VARI LITE luminaires have been designed for use with specific lamp types The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire requires an 1500 Watt Short Arc Lamp Installing another type of lamp may be hazardous 2 Luminaires may be mounted on any type of surface as long as mounting instructions are followed See instructions detailed in this manual 3 Note distance requirement from combustible materials or illuminated objects for VARI LITE luminaires WARNING INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK 1 VARI LITE luminaires are designed for dry locations only Exposure to rain or moisture may damage luminaire 2 Disconnect power before servicing any VARIXLITE equipment 3 Servicing to be performed by qualified personnel only 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 iii VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL WARNING INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION 1 Many VARI LITE luminaires use a lamp that produces UV radiation DO NOT look directly at lamp 2 Itis hazardous to operate luminaires without len
32. within this range can scorch melt or ignite from the heat projected by the light beam WARNING High Intensity Light Output Do not look directly into the light beam Avoid looking at nearby surfaces illuminated by the beam It is hazardous to operate luminaires without lens or shield Shields lenses or ultraviolet screens must be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired For example by cracks deep scratches or coating breakdown WARNING Hot Exterior Surfaces The exterior surfaces of the luminaire can get very hot up to 195 C 383 F Do not touch any surface of the luminaire while it is operating Keep all combustible materials a minimum of 200 mm 8 inches away from the luminaire To maintain cooling fan operation after the lamp is doused keep the luminaire powered on for 5 minutes Wait an additional 5 minutes before touching the luminaire WARNING Operating Environment Do not operate the luminaire when the ambient temperature exceeds 40 C 104 F Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches WARNING Approved Lamp Type Use only approved lamp types in VL3015LT Spot Luminaire The following lamps are approved for use Osram SharXS HTI 1500 W D7 60 metal halide lamp shipped with units Philips MSR 1510 Gold SA DE Lamp or GE CSR 1500 S DE 60 96800 Lamp Installing any other lamp types can be hazardous Dispose of used lamps properly Users can check the late
33. 0 89855 2 100 PTFE 22 High Temp Plenum cable 200 9729 2 100 PVC 24 UL2493 60 9804 2 100 PVC 28 UL2960 60 9829 2 100 PVC 24 UL2919 80 9842 2 120 PVC 24 UL2919 80 Proplex Cables PC224P 2 110 Polyure 22 Heavy Duty and Portable 105 thane PC224T 2 110 PVC 22 UL2464 105 PC226T 3 110 PVC 22 UL2464 Characteristic Impedance DMX Termination Connector A DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire or far end of the line to prevent signal reflections Signal reflections may cancel out the signal at certain line lengths resulting in errors The 1 5 terminator is also necessary for software downloads and running tests on 2 4 multiple luminaires To construct your own connector you will need the 3 following components Solder resistors across pins 2 amp 3 and4 amp 5 e 5 pin male XLR connector Two 1 4W 5 120 ohm resistors Note A DMX termination connector assembly is available as an accessory from Philips Vari Lite See Replacement Items Accessories on page 6 14 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedures Hanging the Luminaire The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to work with the type of load created by this moving luminaire Two mounting bracket assemblies provided are used to attach truss hooks or other mounting hardware as required Many compatible truss hooks are av
34. 002 A FOREWORD Aviso sobre Seguridad Es muy importante leer TODA la informaci n e instrucciones sobre seguridad que se indica en este manual asi como en los documentos adjuntos antes de instalar y operar los productos descritos Se debe prestar atenci n a todos los avisos y advertencias durante la instalaci n y uso de este producto Los simbolos de seguridad usados en este manual son los siguientes A CUIDADO indica posibles da os al producto AN ADVERTENCIA indica posibles lesiones o muerte a las personas LA INFORMACI N GENERAL RELACIONADA A LA PROTECCI N CONTRAGOLPES DE CORRIENTE EL CTRICA INCENDIO EXPOSICI N EXCESIVA A RADIACI N ULTRA VIOLETA Y LESIONES A LAS PERSONAS SE PUEDE ENCONTRAR SEGUIDAMENTE ADVERTENCIA INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCION CONTINUA CONTRA INCENDIO 1 Las luminarias VARIXLITE han sido dise adas para ser usadas solamente con algunas l mparas Tome nota del tipo de l mpara 1500 Watt Short Arc Lamp antes de reemplazarla Instalaci n de otro tipo de l mpara puede ser peligroso 2 Las luminarias se pueden instalar en cualquier tipo de superficie siempre que se sigan las instrucciones de instalaci n Vea las instrucciones detalladas en este manual 3 Tome nota de los requerimientos de distancia de materiales combustibles u objetos iluminados para las luminarias VARIXLITE ADVERTENCIA INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCI N CONTINUA CONTRA CHOQUE ELECTRICO 1 Las luminarias VARI LTTE est n dise
35. 30 35 Dimmer Snap ON DMX 40 45 Dimmer Snap OFF Norm DMX 50 55 Full Luminaire ReCal DMX 81 87 ReCal Color DMX 100 104 ReCal Gobo DMX 112 116 ReCal Beam DMX 126 130 ReCal Dim Strobe DMX 138 142 Lamp OFF DMX 165 171 Lamp Low DMX 176 184 Lamp Med DMX 189 194 Lamp High DMX 199 204 Lamp Strike DMX 249 255 Control 0 255 0 100 0 When resetting fixtures to Defaults settings in Bold will be activated Note that these functions do not require the 3 sec rule to execute All other values do require the 3 sec rule To use control channel functions Step 1 Select an action to be sent Step 2 Set control channel value for desired action for example 84 for ReCal Hold value for 3 seconds Step 3 Set control channel value to zero This must occur without any scaling values Action will be voided if other values are detected between action value and zero Note A numerical keypad is suggested for sending values An encoder or fader does not allow for a quick value change which is required to effect the control functions 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT DMX MAPPING 3 VL3015LT Spot DMX Mapping VL3015LT Spot Color Control The luminaire s color system is composed of a CMY color mixing mechanism and two fixed color wheels The follow sections describe these components Color Mixing The color mixing mechanism is made u
36. 767 16 bit control of Gobo 2 Index and Rotation in either direction 22 Gobo Wheel 3 0 255 0 100 Controls Rotating Gobo Wheel 3 using the following DMX values Half gobo positioning not possible Position 1 Open Indx DMX 0 10 Position 2 Circle of Ovals Indx DMX 11 32 Position 3 Multi Color Circles Indx DMX 33 54 Position 4 Pebbles Indx DMX 55 75 Position 5 Uneven Bars Indx DMX 76 97 Position 1 Open Rtate DMX 98 119 Position 2 Circle of Ovals Rtate DMX 120 141 Position 3 Multi Color Circles Rtate DMX 142 163 Position 4 Pebbles Rtate DMX 164 184 Position 5 Uneven Bars Rtate DMX 185 206 Position 1 Open DMX 207 216 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 236 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 237 255 23 G3 Index Rt High 24 G3 Index Rt Low 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Gobo 3 Index and Rotation in either direction 34 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Timing OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE TIMING VL3015LT Spot Timing Channel Information 3 Timing channel control improves the timed moves of certain groups of parameters We provide up to four timing channels Focus pan and tilt Color Time color parameters Beam Time beam parameters and Gobo Time gobo wheel operation Types of timing control e Timing Control Channel the
37. D IMAINTENANCE A Top Head Cover 1 4 Turn Screw 4 per head cover LA Bottom Head Cover Head covers are attached by tethers Figure A 3 Head Covers Removal Step 3 If removing gobos via bottom of head assembly undo fan tray assembly with thumb screw to access Step 4 Rotate desired gobo wheel until required gobo position is accessible CAUTION Do not push on gobo glass Press on gobo carrier only CAUTION Do not touch gobos with bare fingers Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing To clean refer to Cleaning Optics Filters and Gobos on page 71 gt P 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 67 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 68 Step 5 Remove current gobo by carefully pressing on edges of gobo carrier with fingers pressing gobo toward front end of luminaire toward lens and out of wheel ROTATING GOBO WHEELS A Do not touch glass with bare fingers CAUTION Press on gobo carrier only Rotating Gobo Wheel Front of luminaire Gobo Assembly Carrier Figure A 4 Replacing Gobos Step 6 Install new gobo as follows a Align three tabs on gobo carrier with three notches in wheel gobo can only be oriented in one direction b Insert gobo carrier into wheel ensuring that carrier snaps into place Step 7 Replace cover s 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A TROUBLESHOOTING AND IMAINTENANCE A Fixed Color Filter Replacem
38. For example 03 18 03 March 18 2003 Press Enter to display second half of version This will be displayed as a time HH MM For example 16 36 4 36 pm 26 August 2013 45 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Notes 46 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A 4 AN This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature CHAPTER 4 Menu System e Menu Operation e Menu Functions e Self Tests 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 47 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Menu Operation What Is the Menu System The menu system is a programmable set of commands used to configure address operate and test the luminaire The menu system is controlled at the Menu Display available at the enclosure input panel Menu Display IN D gt A v IN Figure 4 1 Menu Display Location Controls Operation The menu system is controlled by four buttons These buttons function as follows Menu button Displays the menu or if at first level the current address Enter button Selects the current menu option or stores current data value A Up arrow Scrolls menu options upward or increases current data value v Down arrow Scrolls menu options downward or decreases current data value Menu function or value Add ress Backlit LCD Display Selects the current menu option or enters current data value Changes a v
39. It takes about 3 minutes for the fill components mercury and halogen metal compounds in the lamp tubes to vaporize completely If the lamps are switched off earlier than 3 minutes the fill components are partially vaporized The inadequately vaporized fill components and the electrode material tungsten are deposited in the areas of the lamp tubes that have remained cool As a result the lamp tubes blacken prematurely and reduce the service life of the lamps e If system will be unattended for more than two hours luminaire lamps should be doused Standby mode should not be used for more than two hours e When the lamp is struck the luminaire should be maintained in a horizontal position when not in use e For arc lamp luminaires heads should be tilted horizontal before starting lamps Lamps generate light by an electrical discharge arc whereby the electrons from two electrodes excite the fill components to give off light Because of the alternating current position the electrons are alternately given off by the two electrodes When a lamp is set in a vertical position the halogen metal compounds which determine the color temperature of the lamp collect at the top end of the glass envelope When the lamp is started color deviations occur since the concentration of halogen 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A TROUBLESHOOTING AND IMAINTENANCE A compounds is greater around the top electrode than the bottom electrode In addition the fil
40. Lamp Lamp Accesses lamp power up options reset and information Config or presets the Zoom and Edge to a specific setting for Lamp adjustment Test Lamp OFF Lamp is Off Configures arc luminaire so that lamp will not strike upon power up Default setting Lamp ON Lamp is On Configures arc luminaire so that lamp will strike upon power up LampHour Lamp Hours Displays total number of lamp operating hours Lum ld Luminaire ID Displays unique luminaire ID number Magenta Magenta Specifies magenta parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test Manual Manual Accesses options for luminaire mechanism control by entry of data values Movement Movement Enables or disables pan and tilt movement OFF Off Turns off a function OK Okay Indicates calibration has completed and no errors have occurred OK Okay Prompt for pressing Enter before an action is executed ON On Indefinitely Sets Menu Display to stay on until programmed otherwise Display or turns on a function Pan Pan Specifies pan function for manual control Manual or testing Test Pan Tilt Pan Tilt Accesses pan and tilt options for focus swap function movement enable disable man ual control and testing PASS Test Pass Indicates that a test has passed Power Lamp Power Accesses options to adjust lamp power setting Power Up Power Up Accesses options for lamp power up state Prism Prism Mechanism Specifies prism parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test Prism Index Prism
41. Lamp Off Lamp Level Full Medium Lamp Hours L w Reset Hrs 4 _ of hours OK Pan Tilt Movement Enable Disable Head Mtr Movement Enable Disable Display Off Time 30 Sec gt i 5 Min Display Tilt 40 Min Dimmer Snap On On Off Up Reset Default OK L_ Down Change Lum ID On DMX Data Channel XX 1 36 XXX value Pan Tilt Swap On Off Inv Pan On Off Inv Tilt On Off Fixture Status OK or displays any errors Re Calibrate OK Luminaire ID XXX Version MM DD YY HH MM Fixture Hrs XXXX Download OK 26 August 2013 VL3015LT Spot Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system Manual Pan XXXXX value Tilt __ XXXXX value Dimmer XXXXX value Strobe XXXXX value Cyan XXXXX value Yellow XXXXX value Magenta XXXXX value Col Wheel 1 XXXXX value Col Wheel 2 XXXXX value CTO XXXXX value Rot Gobo 1 XXXXX value Gobo 1 Index XXXXX value Rot Gobo 2 XXXXX value Gobo 2 Index XXXXX value Rot Gobo 3 XXXXX value Go
42. OUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE LES DECHARGES ELECTRIQUES 1 Les luminaires VARI LTTE sont con us pour une utilisation au sec uniquement Une exposition la pluie et l humidit risque d endommager le luminaire 2 D brancher l appareil avant de proc der la r vision de tout mat riel VARI LITE 3 Les r visions doivent tre effectu es uniquement par des personnes qualifi es 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 vii VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL AVERTISSEMENT DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE UNE EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV 1 Plusieurs luminaires VARI LITE utilisent une lampe qui produit des rayons UV NE PAS fixer son regard sur la lampe 2 L utilisation des luminaires sans lentille ou blindage pose des risques Tous blindages lentilles ou crans ultraviolet visiblement endommag s au point que leur efficacit en est affect e doivent tre remplac s par exemple s il y a des fissures ou de profondes rayures AVERTISSEMENT y DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE LES ACCIDENTS POUVANT ENTRAINER DES BLESSURES 1 Les surfaces externes du luminaire deviennent br lantes quand l appareil est en marche Pour man uvrer ou ajuster des appareils br lants et leurs composants se prot ger suffisamment gants protection pour les yeux etc 2 La lampe du luminaire est br lante lorqu il est en marche D brancher le courant et attendre que la lampe ait refroidi avant de la remplacer 3 Les l
43. PHILIPS VARISLITE VL3015LT Spot Luminaires USER S MANUAL All other brand or product names which may be mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations The information furnished in this manual is for informational use only and is subject to change without notice Please check www vari lite com for latest version Philips Vari Lite assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual All information and graphics are property of Philips Vari Lite a Philips group company 10911 Petal Street Dallas Texas 75238 USA Version as of 26 August 2013 Part number 02 9698 0002 A VL3015LT Spot Luminaire User s Manual 2013 Philips Vari Lite a Philips group company All Rights Reserved FOREWORD How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Philips Vari Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this VARI LITE product To obtain warranty service please contact customer service at 1 877 VARI LITE 1 877 827 4548 1 214 647 7880 or entertainment service philips com and request a Return Material Authorization RMA for warranty service You will need to provide the model and serial number of the item being returned a description of the problem or failure and the name of the registered user or organization If available you should have your sales invoice to establish the date of sale as the beginning o
44. Slow DMX 217 236 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 237 255 G2 Index Rt High 0 65535 G2 Index Rt Low 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Gobo 2 Index and Rotation in either direction 22 Gobo Wheel 3 0 255 0 100 Controls Rotating Gobo Wheel 3 using the following DMX values Half gobo positioning not possible Position 1 Open Indx DMX 0 10 Position 2 Circle of Ovals Indx DMX 11 32 Position 3 Multi Color Circles Indx DMX 33 54 Position 4 Pebbles Indx DMX 55 75 Position 5 Uneven Bars Indx DMX 76 97 Position 1 Open Rtate DMX 98 119 Position 2 Circle of Ovals Rtate DMX 120 141 Position 3 Multi Color Circles Rtate DMX 142 163 Position 4 Pebbles Rtate DMX 164 184 Position 5 Uneven Bars Rtate DMX 185 206 Position 1 Open DMX 207 216 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 236 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 237 255 G3 Index Rt High 0 65535 G3 Index Rt Low 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Gobo 3 Index and Rotation in either direc tion 25 Beam Iris 0 255 0 100 Controls beam size iris from 0 Open to 255 small 26 Frost 0 255 0 100 Linear frost control from no frost 0 to full frost 255 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL DMX Channel Parameters Prism Table 1 VL3015LT Spot DMX Chann
45. Zoom Zoom Function Specifies zoom function for manual control Manual or testing Test 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 55 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Self Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the Test menu functions When running tests on multiple luminaires a DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link Refer to Connecting Data and Power on page 18 for more information regarding the construction of this connector Note After 10 seconds of inactivity the menu display will change to the default state showing the address To connect luminaires for simultaneous testing Step 1 At last luminaire install a DMX termination connector into DATA THRU XLR connector Step 2 At master luminaire Menu Display press Menu Master Luminaire Luminaire 1 Luminaire 2 SCD ED ET Data Thru Data Thru DMX Termination Connector Figure 4 2 Testing Setup To run tests Step 1 Press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until Test appears Press Enter Step 3 Use Up Down arrows to select a parameter to test Refer to VL3015LT Spot Menu System Function Chart on page 51 for a complete list of test parameters which can be chosen Step 4 Press Enter to run test Step 5 Press Menu to stop test at any time 56 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A Movement Disable The Mov
46. aded software on PC Click to download specific software version to connected luminaire s EZ USB Downloader Device Connected Select Files to Download VL3000 04 29 03 14 54 VL3000 06 26 06 10 36 VL3500 06 27 06 15 48 VL3500W 04 24 07 18 00 Download Progress Downloading VL3500W 04 24 07 18 00 Figure 3 4 VL Download Program Window ARFKLITE ERBEN paneis Copyright c 2007 Genlyte Group LLC Download History VL3000 06 26 06 10 36 SENT at 11 01 Device Connection Status and USB Downloader Controls Click logo to go to Vari Lite web site internet connection required Download History Will show current progress of download Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire It is possible to transfer specific software versions between luminaires As in the case of installing new software versions multiple luminaires can be programmed at the same time if they are data linked together refer to Connecting Data and Power on page 18 however a maximum of 32 luminaires can be updated at once Hardware Requirements Data cables used in this process must have two twisted pairs and a shield It is also recommended that cables meet all other USITT DMX specification requirements Refer to Data Cables on page 13 44 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A OPERATION UPDATING SOFTWARE 3 A DMX termination connector is used in this process Refer to page 14 for more information regarding
47. agenta color wheel 0 open to 255 full saturation Fixed Color Wheel 1 0 255 0 100 Controls Fixed color wheel 1 Linear control from 0 to 216 From 217 to 255 will give different speeds of wheel spin Center color DMX values are denoted by bold type face Position 1 Open DMX 0 18 0 Position 2 Red DMX 19 53 36 Position 3 Yellow DMX 54 89 72 Position 4 Magenta DMX 90 125 108 Position 5 Kelly Green DMX 126 161 144 Position 6 Congo Blue DMX 162 198 180 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 234 Stop DMX 235 237 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 238 255 Fixed Color Wheel 2 0 255 0 100 Controls Fixed color wheel 2 Linear control from 0 to 216 From 217 to 255 will give different speeds of wheel spin Center color DMX values are denoted by bold type face Position 1 Open DMX 0 18 0 Position 2 Blue DMX 19 53 36 Position 3 Amber DMX 54 89 72 Position 4 Fuchsia DMX 90 125 108 Position 5 Orange DMX 126 161 144 Position 6 Green DMX 162 198 180 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 234 Stop DMX 235 237 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 238 255 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT DMX CHANNELS 3 Table 1 VL3015LT Spot DMX Channel Mapping DMX Channel Parameters Range DMX 16 Gobo Wheel 1 0 255 Range 0 100 Default Value Des
48. ailable from different manufacturers for your particular needs A minimum of one hook per truss hook bracket is required If mounting method does not use truss hooks two attachment points per truss hook bracket are required When attaching more than one point on a single bracket the attach points must be spaced as far apart as possible using the supplied mounting holes Install mounting hardware and brackets Step 1 Install truss hooks on two provided truss hook brackets as required Example Truss Hook Installation Mega Claw Truss Hook not provided Bracket Truss Hook Hardware not provided Figure 2 2 Installing Truss Hooks Note Various types of truss hooks can be used The Mega Claw truss hook as shown in the example above as well as many other standard hooks can be ordered separately Step 2 Determine required configuration of bracket installation Brackets may be installed in either orientation as shown The brackets must be parallel as illustrated Bracket Bracket Figure 2 3 Bracket Orientation Options Step 3 While pulling up on locking mechanism release fit keyed holes onto raised mounting buttons at bottom of enclosure Slide forward and release locking mechanism to lock in place Ensure brackets are locked securely Always face brackets in same direction as shown 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 15 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL AN WARNING Fnsure that the bracket lo
49. alue or PR PTS PER AS scrolls through menus Displays the menu or if at gt A Vv first level the current address MENU ENTER The arrows will have opposite functions if the luminaire is hung upside down in a hanging orientation due to the automatic orientation feature In other words the arrow pointing downward always func tions as down decrease and the arrow pointing upward always functions as up increase regardless of the luminaire orientation 48 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A MENU SYSTEM IMENU OPERATION 4 To enter the menu system first press Menu The functions displayed will be 1st level functions Scroll through the 1st level functions by pressing Up Down arrows Once the desired function appears in the display press Enter You are now at the 2nd level Once again press the Up Down arrows to scroll through 2nd level functions Press Enter to access 3rd level functions and so forth When the highest level for the function is reached Up Down arrows can be pressed to enter a value or select a toggle activation such as On Off Press Enter to store the value or select an action For example ist Level 2nd Level 3rd Level Test m Al pm RUNTEST Default State The menu display s default state during normal operation is to display the DMX address After 10 seconds of inactivity at the display it will change to the default state After longer periods of inactivity the menu display will switch to i
50. amp lock lever forward and remove current lamp Step 4 Position new lamp with dimple side down One side at a time press lamp lock lever forward and insert lamp connector Ensure lamp is seated fully in place Step 5 Close lamp box and re tighten 1 4 turn screws Step 6 Align lamp as detailed in Align Lamp on page 65 Lamp dimple side down Allow lamp to cool CAUTION before servicing Y 3 Lamp Connector Do not touch lamp or CAUTION reflector with bare fingers Reflector Lamp Box NOTE Dimple on lamp towards reflector Luminaire Head Not Shown For Clarity Figure A 1 Installing Lamp 64 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A TROUBLESHOOTING AND IMAINTENANCE A Align Lamp The design of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire optical system allows for a flat or peaked field A flat field is one where there is no detectable hot spot and a peaked field is one where the intensity of the beam is greater at the center of the beam than at the perimeter After a new lamp is installed it will be necessary to align the lamp to optimize the beam Knobs located at the luminaire s backcap will allow adjustment AN WARNING Backcap and adjustment knobs will be HOT during lamp operation Wear gloves to prevent burns To align lamp Step 1 Power up luminaire Step 2 At Menu Display select Lamp from Config menu refer to VL3015LT Spot Menu System Overview on page 50 If using console set intensity to 100 open
51. ampes arc mettent des rayons ultraviolets pouvant causer de graves br lures sur la peau et une inflammation des yeux De plus les lampes arc fonctionnent sous haute tension de tr s hautes temp ratures Si la lampe se casse les particules de la lampe cass e peuvent causer blessures et ou incendie en s parpillant Se prot ger les yeux pour remplacer la lampe 5 Utiliser des appareils de protection appropri s gants protection des yeux pour manier des lampes endommag es 6 Si la lampe a t touch e avec des mains nues la nettoyer avec de l alcool d natur et l essuyer avec un chiffon non pelucheux avant d installer ou de brancher le luminaire 7 Si la lampe a t endommag e ou a re u une d formation thermique elle doit tre remplac e AVERTISSEMENT INTERF RENCE RF 1 Cet appareil est de Classe A Dans un environnement domestique cet appareil peut causer des interf rences radio et si c est le cas l utilisateur peut avoir prendre des mesures ad quates CONSID RATIONS DES CARACT RISTIQUES DE LAMPES ARC 1 Apr s une interruption de courant ou une baisse importante de voltage les lampes arc mettent du temps avant de se rallumer Dans certains cas la lampe se rallumera automatiquemet apr s s tre refroidie Cela d pend de la mani re dont le syst me est r gl pour le statut de mise en marche de la lampe 2 La position Br ler est Universelle Viii 26 August 2013 02 9698 0
52. apping e VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Timing e Updating Software 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 21 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL VL3015LT Spot DMX Channels DMX Channel Parameters Intensity Range DMX 0 255 Range 0 100 VL3015LT Spot Channel Mapping Default Value 0 These tables assume a DMX start address of 1 When a different starting address is used this address becomes channel 1 function and other functions follow in sequence Table 1 VL3015LT Spot DMX Channel Mapping Description Linear Intensity control from 0 closed to 255 open Pan Hi Byte Pan Low Byte 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Pan 540 of movement Tilt Hi Byte Tilt Low Byte 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Tilt 270 of movement Edge Hi Byte Edge Low Byte 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Edge from 0 to 65535 Zoom Hi Byte o o No O A oj N Zoom Low Byte 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Zoom from 0 6 deg to 65535 60 deg a o CTO 0 255 0 100 Controls CTO color wheel 0 open to 255 full saturation 11 Cyan 0 255 0 100 Controls Cyan color wheel 0 open to 255 full saturation Yellow 0 255 0 100 Controls Yellow color wheel 0 open to 255 full saturation Magenta 0 255 0 100 Controls M
53. are for position reference only Figure 3 2 Fixed Color Wheel 2 Standard Filters Positions Table 3 4 VL3015LT Spot Fixed Color Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart Position Color Filter Part Number 1 Blue 41 9686 0495 2 Amber 41 9686 0496 3 Dark Fuchsia 41 9686 0497 4 Orange 41 9686 0498 5 Green 41 9686 0499 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A OPERATION VL3015LT SPOT DMX MAPPING 3 Fixed Color Wheels DMX Map Table 3 5 VL3015LT Spot DMX Map for Fixed Color Wheels 1 and 2 DMX Channel 14 Parameters Fixed Color Wheel 1 Range DMX 0 255 Range 0 100 Default Value Description Controls Fixed color wheel 1 Linear control from 0 to 216 From 217 to 255 will give different speeds of wheel spin Center color DMX values are denoted by bold type face Position 1 Open DMX 0 18 0 Position 2 Red DMX 19 53 36 Position 3 Yellow DMX 54 89 72 Position 4 Magenta DMX 90 125 108 Position 5 Kelly Green DMX 126 161 144 Position 6 Congo Blue DMX 162 198 180 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 234 Stop DMX 235 237 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 238 255 15 Fixed Color Wheel 2 0 255 0 100 Controls Fixed color wheel 2 Linear control from 0 to 216 From 217 to 255 will give different speeds of wheel spin Center color DMX values are denoted by bold type face Position 1 Op
54. ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with Philips Vari Lite system service and safety guidelines may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his her own expense Declaration of Conformity We declare under our sole responsibility that this product complies with the relevant clauses of the following standards and harmonized documents Safety EN 60598 2 17 1984 A1 1987 A2 1990 used in conjunction with EN 60598 1 2008 A11 2009 EMC EN 55022 2010 EN 55024 2010 RoHS EN 50581 2012 We certify that the product conforms to the protection requirements of council directives Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC 2004 108 EC EMC and Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive RoHS 2011 65 EC Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity was first manufactured in 2012 in compliance with these standards 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A FOREWORD Safety Notice It is extremely important to read ALL safety information and instructions provided in this manual and any accompanying documentation before installing and operating the products described herein Heed all cautions and warnings during installation and use of this product Safety symbols
55. ation and the head parallel to the yoke with the lens pointing away from the luminaire upper enclosure or move to its current DMX defined position if DMX data is present All internal mechanisms also move to their home or DMX defined positions Subsequently depending on the luminaire s setting for Lamp Power Up State refer to VL3015LT Spot Menu System Function Chart on page 51 when power is applied the arc lamp will either a strike or ignite Lamp ON Lamp ON must be set through the luminaire s menu system or via a console command b await calibration completion and then strike Cal On or c await manual command to strike Lamp Off default state N CAUTION Before applying power be sure the luminaire is hung or positioned so that the head and yoke can move freely without restriction Make sure service tilt and pan locks are disengaged so luminaire moves freely To power up e At each luminaire apply power by connecting luminaire to input power source 200 to 240VAC Luminaire will automatically step through following procedure a If Lamp Power Up State is set to Lamp ON lamp will strike ignite NOTE Lamp OFF is DEFAULT state from the factory b Luminaire will cycle through calibration and stop at home position c If Lamp Power Up State is set to Cal On lamp will strike ignite at end of calibration sequence 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 19 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL
56. ation des produits d crits dans ce guide et de les mettre en marche il est extr mement important de lire TOUS les renseignements et TOUTES les directives de s curit contenues dans ce guide ainsi que toute documentation jointe Tenir compte de tous les avertissements et suivre toutes les pr cautions pendant l installation et l utilisation de cet appareil Les symboles de s curit utilis s dans ce guide sont les suivants UN ATTENTION Ce symbole annonce que l appareil risque d tre endommag AN AVERTISSEMENT Ce symbole annonce qu il y a risque d accident grave ou m me fatal CETTE SECTION CONTIENT DES INFORMATIONS G N RALES POUR SE PROT GER CONTRE LES D CHARGES LECTRIQUES LES INCENDIES LEXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV ET TOUT AUTRE ACCIDENT POUVANT ENTRA NER DES BLESSURES AVERTISSEMENT DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE LES INCENDIES 1 Les luminaires VARI LITE ont t con us pour tre utilis s uniquement avec certaines type de lampes V rifier le type de lampe 1500 Watt Short Arc Lamp avant de remplacer les lampes L installation d un autre type de lampe peut poser un danger 2 Les luminaires peuvent tre fix s sur tout type de surface tant que les directives de montage sont respect es Voir les explications d taill es dans ce guide 3 V rifier la distance respecter entre les mat riaux combustibles ou les objets illumin s et les luminaires VARI LITE AVERTISSEMENT DIRECTIVES P
57. bo 3 Index XXXXX value Edge XXXXX value Zoom XXXXX value Frost XXXXX value Prism XXXXX value Prism Index XXXXX value Note Manual is disabled if DMX512 signal is present Test All Seq Run Tes Pan Tilt Run Tes Pan Run Tes Tilt t Run Tes H Dimmer Run Tes Strobe Run Tes Cyan Run Tes Yellow Run Tes Magenta Run Tes CTO Run Tes Color 1 Run Tes Color 2 Run Tes Rot Gobo 1 Run Tes Index 1 Run Tes Rot Gobo 2 Run Tes Index 2 Run Tes Rot Gobo 3 Run Tes Index 3 Run Tes Frost Run Test Prism Run Test Lamp Run Tes Encoder Run Test Note Test mode is disabled if DMX512 signal is present 02 9698 0002 A MENU SYSTEM MENU FUNCTIONS 4 VL3015LT Spot Menu System Function Chart The following is a detailed look at the internal menu system Table 4 1 VL3015LT Spot Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Address XXX Address value Setup Normal Normal Operational Luminaire Mode Operational Flw Spot Follow Spot Setup Operational Mode Configure Lamp Lamp Operational Power Lamp Power ON Configuration Settings and Options OFF default Power UP Lamp Power up State
58. ch 3 Beachten Sie die Einhaltung des erforderlichen Sicherheitsabstandes der VARI LITE Scheinwerfer von brennbarem Material oder beleuchteten Objekten WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ELEKTROSCHOCK 1 VARI LITE Scheinwerfer eignen sich ausschlie lich f r trockene Standorte Regen oder Feuchtigkeit k nnen die Scheinwerfer besch digen 2 Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an VARI LITE Ger ten beginnen 3 Die Ger te sollten nur von qualifiziertem Personal gewartet werden 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 V VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN BERH HTE UV STRAHLUNG 1 Viele VARIXLITE Scheinwerfer verwenden die Lampentyp der UV Strahlen abgibt SCHAUEN SIE NICHT direkt in die Lampe 2 Es ist gef hrlich Leuchten ohne Linsen oder Blenden zu bedienen Blenden Linsen oder Ultraviolettschirme m ssen ausgetauscht werden sofern deren Schutzwirkung durch sichtbare Besch digung z B Spr nge oder Schrammen eingeschr nkt ist WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN K RPERVERLETZUNGEN 1 Bei Betrieb sind die Au enfl chen der Scheinwerfer hei Verwenden Sie bei der Bedienung von aufgeheizter Apparatur die jeweils geeignete Sicherheitsausr stung Handschuhe Augenschutz etc 2 Bei Betrieb der Scheinwerfer ist die Lampe hei Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr und lassen Sie die Lampe abk hlen wenn Sie diese austauschen 3 Bogenlampen sende
59. cking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the luminaire Truss Hook Bracket Locking Mechanism ea Se Keyed Hole Press up when installing or releasing Raised Mounting Button IMPORTANT Face brackets in same direction for all configurations Once fitted over buttons slide forward to lock in place Locked Figure 2 4 Installing Brackets on Luminaire Enclosure 16 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Installing in Truss Step 1 Using two people lift luminaire into mounting position Step 2 Secure in place with truss hook Ensure truss hook hardware that locks hook in place e g wing bolt is properly tightened and that luminaire is fully supported Step 3 Attach safety cable as required as follows a Connect one end of cable to luminaire handle b Loop at least once around truss pipe and attach other end of cable to other handle Step Make sure service tilt and pan locks are disengaged so luminaire moves freely m Step Connect power and data cables according to procedure given in Connecting Data and Power on page 18 SAFETY CABLE Recommended for all hanging installation and may be required by national and local codes Use enclosure handles for safety cable anchor points for this fixture NOTE The enclosure handles were tested and are in compliance for safety cable anchor points of the followin
60. co operan a alta presi n y muy alta temperatura Si la l mpara se rompe puede existir el peligro de lesiones al personal o un incendio ocasionado por las part culas de la l mpara rota que se caen 4 Use protecci n para los ojos cuando vuelve a colocar una l mpara nueva 5 Use un equipo de seguridad apropiado guantes protecci n para los ojos etc cuando trabaje con l mparas da adas 6 Si toca la l mpara con las manos limpie la l mpara con alcohol desnaturalizado y con tela sin pelusas antes de instalar o volver a conectar la luminaria 7 Cambie la l mpara si est da ada o deformada termicamente ADVERTENCIA INTERFERENCIA RF 1 Este es un producto de Clase A En el ambiente de la casa este producto puede ocasionar radiointerferencia en cuyo caso el usuario debe tomar las medidas adecuadas CONSIDERACIONES SOBRE LAS CARACTER STICAS DE LA L MPARA DE ARCO 1 Las l mparas de arco requieren un per odo de tiempo para volver a iluminarse despu s de una interrupci n de energ a o de una severa ca da de voltaje En algunos casos la l mpara se volver a iluminar en forma autom tica despu s que se ha enfriado dependiendo de la configuraci n del sistema de energ a de la l mpara 2 La posici n de encendido es universal x 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A FOREWORD
61. cription Controls Rotating Gobo Wheel 1 using the following DMX values Half gobo positioning not possible Position 1 Open Indx DMX 0 10 Position 2 Alpha Rays Indx DMX 11 32 Position 3 Night Sky Indx DMX 33 54 Position 4 Five Ray Indx DMX 55 75 Position 5 Block Breakup Indx DMX 76 97 Position 1 Open Rtate DMX 98 119 Position 2 Alpha Rays Rtate DMX 120 141 Position 3 Night Sky Rtate DMX 142 163 Position 4 Five Ray Rtate DMX 164 184 Position 5 Block Breakup Rtate DMX 185 206 Position 1 Open DMX 207 216 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 236 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 237 255 G1 Index Rt High 0 65535 G1 Index Rt Low 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Gobo 1 Index and Rotation in either direction 19 Gobo Wheel 2 0 255 0 100 Controls Rotating Gobo Wheel 2 using the following DMX values Half gobo positioning not possible Position 1 Open Indx DMX 0 10 Position 2 Plowed Indx DMX 11 32 Position 3 Droplets Indx DMX 33 54 Position 4 On The Rocks Indx DMX 55 75 Position 5 Pangea Indx DMX 76 97 Position 1 Open Rtate DMX 98 119 Position 2 Plowed Rtate DMX 120 141 Position 3 Droplets Rtate DMX 142 163 Position 4 On The Rocks Rtate DMX 164 184 Position 5 Pangea Rtate DMX 185 206 Position 1 Open DMX 207 216 Wheel Spin Fast to
62. disconnect DMX input cable not work n a No response to DMX DMX Failure MCB connector disconnected data check MCB DATA IN connection n a Erratic control of DMX Termination No DMX termination or termination not correct luminaire check for DMX terminator n a No control of pan or tilt Pan Tilt do not respond to Pan Tilt do not respond to DMX movement from DMX DMX Turn off Followspot Mode in Setup menu Ensure console commands that Followspot handle accessories are not installed Pan Tilt transport locks need to be disengaged n a Cannot edge on gobo Sharp image cannot be Gobo edge image is not sharp image obtained Adjust the Range channel to fine tune the edge setting See Range on page 30 for more information 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 63 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement DA WARNING Ensure that power is removed from luminaire when installing lamp CAUTION Wear cotton gloves or other covering while installing lamp Touching lamp glass with N bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life If touched use alcohol and cotton cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of lamp To replace lamp Step 1 Ensure power is removed from luminaire Step 2 Atrear of luminaire head loosen four 1 4 turn screws and slide lamp box back and out it is hinged Step 3 One side at a time press l
63. dle Accessory mode pan and tilt controlled via DMX512 or damage to luminaire may occur e When operating the VL3015LT luminaire with the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire operators must be aware of the intense heat generated at the back of luminaire and wear appropriate hand protection e Ensure that power is completely removed from luminaire when installing this accessory e Allow luminaire to completely cool before performing the installation procedure contained herein Luminaire Configuration WARNING Before installing the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire or handles you must configure the Luminaire through the menu system for followspot operational mode as follows Step 1 Make sure that luminaire is powered and DMX control cables are REMOVED from luminaire Step 2 At menu disable pan and tilt motors as follows Setup gt Followspot gt Enable Step 3 After configuration setting is complete you must remove power from luminaire to install handle s Installation To install the Followspot Handle Accessory on a VL3015LT Spot Luminaire WARNING Completely remove all power from luminaire before performing the procedure described herein The luminaire head may be HOT after operation Allow to cool before proceeding Step 1 Completely disconnect and remove all power from luminaire Note Figure A 6 and Figure A 7 on page 73 illustrate handle installation on the right side of the luminaire The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire can be installed on e
64. e follow the guidelines outlined below when loading gobos or gags in any of the three rotating gobo wheels Gobo Gag Use and Positioning Vari Lite has purposely selected a set of standard gobos and gags for this fixture and positioned them within the fixture to offer optimum versatility performance The gobos supplied in the standard factory configuration have been tested in their respective original positions to protect their service life including when morphed between wheels 1 and 3 Note For standard factory gobo gag loads and position please refer to the information contained in Gobo Wheels 1 2 and 3 on page 31 of this manual Users can load their own patterns gobos or gags When using custom gobos or gags Vari Lite recommends the following guidelines e When morphing gobos gobos should be morphed between wheels 1 and 3 only never in wheel 2 Rotating gobo wheel 2 has been designated the gag effects wheel Wheel 2 should only house clear type gags or gobos that permit minimum unabated light transmission e Under no circumstances should owners or users use or install metal gobos Using metal gobos in the VL3015LT spot luminaire will void the fixture s warranty Note Vari Lite cannot guarantee the service life of any custom gobos or gags when used in conjunction with this fixture Owners and users employing custom gobos and gags do so at their own risk 30 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A OPERATION
65. el Mapping Range DMX 0 255 Range 0 100 Default Value Description Inserts Prism into beam for prism effects Open Out of Beam DMX 0 2 Prism Index DMX 3 127 Prism Rotate DMX 128 255 Prism Rt High Prism Rt Low 0 65535 0 100 32767 16 bit control of Prism Index and Rotation in either direction Strobe 0 255 0 100 Controls strobe operations as follows Open DMX 0 2 Closed DMX 3 5 Slow Rand DMX 6 7 Med Rand DMX 8 10 Fast Rand DMX 11 12 Strobe Range DMX 13 127 fastest Range 0 255 0 100 Applies different tables to optics mechanism depending on throw distances Used for achieving maximum optical quality of zoom and edge Focus Time 0 255 0 100 255 Allows for luminaire timing of pan and tilt Profile should default to DMX 255 for smoothest console fade times Color Time 0 255 0 100 255 Allows for luminaire timing of color wheels Profile should default to DMX 255 for smoothest console fade times Beam Time 0 255 0 100 255 Allows for luminaire timing of beam and variable frost Profile should default to DMX 255 for smoothest console fade times Gobo Time 0 255 0 100 255 Allows for luminaire timing of gobo wheel and prism func tions Profile should default to DMX 255 for smoothest console fade times Control
66. ement option allows pan and tilt to be disabled so that the luminaire can be placed in any position for testing without movement occurring In order to regain full control of the luminaire Movement will need to be enabled after testing Note When using the Movement option pan and tilt will be disabled for all the luminaires that are linked A WARNING If the Followspot Handle accessory is installed you must use the FLW Spot Follow MENU SYSTEM SELF TESTS 4 Spot Operational Mode setting in Setup menu Movement Disable is temporary setting and is not retained when power is disengaged from the fixture The FLW Spot setting is retained when power is disengaged until changed in the menu setting by the user To set movement option Step Step Step Step Step 02 9698 0002 A 1 Press Menu 2 Press Up Down arrows until Config appears Press Enter 3 Press Up Down arrows until Pan Tilt appears Press Enter 4 5 Use Up Down arrows to select Enable or Disable Press Enter to select Movement will be displayed Press Enter 26 August 2013 57 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Notes 58 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A APPENDIX A NZ Luminaire Care and AN Routine Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and routine maintenance which may be necessary during the life of the luminaire Equipment Handling Troubleshooting e
67. en DMX 0 18 0 Position 2 Blue DMX 19 53 36 Position 3 Amber DMX 54 89 72 Position 4 Fuchsia DMX 90 125 108 Position 5 Orange DMX 126 161 144 Position 6 Green DMX 162 198 180 Wheel Spin Fast to Slow DMX 217 234 Stop DMX 235 237 Wheel Spin Slow to Fast DMX 238 255 VL3015LT Spot Beam Control Strobe Table 3 6 VL3015 Spot DMX Map for Strobe DMX Channel Parameters Range DMX Range Default Value Description Controls strobe operations as follows Open DMX 0 2 Closed DMX 3 5 30 Strobe 0 255 0 100 0 Slow Rand DMX 6 7 Med Rand DMX 8 10 Fast Rand DMX 11 12 Strobe Range DMX 13 127 fastest 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 29 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Range The Range channel is used to fine tune the focus range of the fixture If the image can not be made sharp after adjusting the edge and zoom adjust the range channel to gain sharpness of the image Table 3 7 VL3015 Spot DMX Map for Range Applies different tables to optics mechanism 31 Range 0 255 0 100 0 depending on throw distances Used for achieving maximum optical quality of zoom and edge VL3015LT Spot Gobo Effects Control Overview of Gobos and Gags used in VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Due to the immense energy and light produced by VL3015LT spot luminaires Vari Lite recommends to users and owners of this fixtur
68. ent Tools 2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance Filters may be HOT after operation Allow to cool before replacing To replace a fixed color filter on Color Wheel 1 closest to the lamp Step 1 Remove power from luminaire Step 2 Remove bottom relative to backcap label head cover by loosening the four 1 4 turn screws Step 3 Undo fan tray assembly with thumb screw to access filters CAUTION Do not touch filters with bare fingers Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing filters To clean filters use isopropyl alcohol and soft cloth Strong cleaning solutions can damage coating Fingerprints or other grease deposits on filters can cause the glass to break Step 4 As shown in Figure A 5 rotate Color Wheel 1 until the filter you are changing is accessible Step 5 To improve access to the filter rotate the mixed color wheels to position the cut outs next to the filter you are changing Step 6 Gently press the color filter toward the lamp until it is free of the lock pins Remove filter Step 7 Orienting coated side of filter towards lamp slide new filter under the spring clip until it is securely retained by the lock pins Step 8 Replace the head cover To replace a fixed color filter on Color Wheel 2 closest to the lens assembly Step 1 Remove power from luminaire Step 2 Remove top relative to backcap label head cover by loosening the four 1 4 tu
69. error message s until the end of the list is reached To review the error messages again it will be necessary to access them using the Status function To access error messages Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 62 Press Menu Press Up Down arrows until Fixture appears Press Enter Table A 1 Error Messages Press Up Down arrows to access Status Press Enter Display will now scroll through any error messages or display OK if no errors Display OK Message No Errors Found Pan No Sens Pan sensor not found Pan Encoder Fail Pan encoder failure Tilt No Sens Tilt sensor not found Tilt Encoder Fail Tilt encoder failure Index1 No Sens Gobo 1 Index sensor not found RotGobo1 No Sens Rotating Gobo wheel 1 sensor not found Index2 No Sens Gobo 2 Index sensor not found RotGobo2 No Sens Rotating Gobo wheel 2 sensor not found Index3 No Sens RotGobo3 No Sens Gobo 3 Index sensor not found Rotating Gobo wheel 3 sensor not found Dimmer No Sens Dimmer sensor not found Cyan No Sens Cyan sensor not found Yellow No Sens Yellow sensor not found Magenta No Sens Magenta sensor not found ColWheel1 No Sens Color wheel 1 sensor not found ColWheel2 No Sens Color wheel 2 sensor not found CTO No Sens CTO sensor not found Zoom No Sens Zoom sensor not found Edge No Sens Edge sen
70. f the warranty period Once you obtain the RMA pack the unit in a secure shipping container or in its original packing box Be sure to clearly indicate the RMA number on all packing lists correspondence and shipping labels If available please include a copy of your invoice as proof of purchase in the shipping container With the RMA number written legibly on or near the shipping address label return the unit freight prepaid to Philips Vari Lite Attention Warranty Service RMA 10911 Petal Street Dallas Texas 75238 USA Attention Warranty Service As stated in the warranty it is required that the shipment be insured and FOB our service center IMPORTANT When returning products to Philips Vari Lite for repairs warranty or out of warranty from a country other than the USA Philips Lighting Controls Division must appear in the address block as the Importer of Record IOR on all shipping documentation Commercial Invoices etc This must be done in order to clear customs in a timely manner and prevent returns 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 i VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Compliance Notice FCC CE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment gener
71. g a Philips Vari Lite customer Whether your needs are telephone troubleshooting assistance product training or technical service our full time staff of experienced professionals is on hand to provide support How to Reach Us For assistance in your area call the dealer from which your product was purchased or Contact an Authorized VARI LITE Service Center or Contact the Philips Vari Lite Customer Service Department 9am 6pm CST Monday through Friday at the following phone 1 877 VARI LITE 1 877 827 4548 or 1 214 647 7880 email entertainment service philips com Additional Resources For additional resources and documentation please visit our website at www vari lite com and follow the Support link 2 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A 4 AN This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components along with a list of accessories which are available CHAPTER 1 Description e Features e Components 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 3 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Features h VL3015LT Spot Standard Features The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire has the following standard features e 10 1 zoom optics system with 6 to 60 range e CMY color mixing system e Two fixed color wheels with five interchangeable color filters each capable of continuous wheel rotation for additional effects e Variable CTO color temperature correction wheel Mechanical iris provides c
72. g safety standards IEC EN 60598 2 17 6 6 and UL1573 IMPORTANT Use only the inner portion of the handle as shown to anchor safety cable 31 0 in 788 0 mm A 40 7in 7 1033 8 mm f j 21 7 in fi ER 551 2 mm gt 5 3 385 in 850 9 mm y Top View Safety Cable Ff 4 not included lle I Na LE Enclosure Handle ee Y Loop at least once on truss HFT T For complete luminaire dimensions refer to the through both lle el P fi handles y Y I diagram under Dimensions on page 77 Figure 2 5 Hanging Configuration and Dimensions 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 17 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Floor Mounting the Luminaire The luminaire enclosure is sufficient to stabilize the luminaire in a floor installation provided that the mounting surface is flat and sturdy Luminaire Enclosure EN WARNING Light Beam Projects Intense Heat Do not illuminate objects within 4 0 m 13 2 feet of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Objects within this range can scorch melt or ignite from the heat projected by the light beam Figure 2 6 Floor Mounting Connecting Data and Power A maximum of 32 luminaires may be connected in any one DMX data link Note This maximum limit applies to the luminaire daisy chain only Your system or console may require fewer luminaires on a single data link path Consult your console documentation for more information To connect p
73. in 5 Minutes Sets Menu Display to automatically shut off after 5 minutes of non use Address Address Accesses option for setting luminaire DMX starting address All SEQ All Sequence Tests all internal mechanisms in sequence for X steps Cyan Cyan Specifies cyan color parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test Cal ON Calibration On Configures arc luminaire so that lamp will strike after calibration Chan XXX DMX Channel Specifies DMX channel for display of current data value Chg LumID Change Luminaire ID To set luminaire identification number ColrMix Color Mixer Specifies color mixing mechanism for testing Test Col Wheel Color Wheel Specifies color wheel 1 or 2 for manual control Manual or testing Test Config System Accesses options for setting lamp pan tilt and Menu Display defaults Also accesses Configuration lamp information such as number of hours used along with its respective reset func tion CTO CTO Function Specifies CTO color temperature orange parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test Data DMX Data Accesses option for setting DMX address channel Dimmer Dimmer Specifies dimmer mechanism for manual control Manual or testing Test Dimmer Snap Dimmer Snap Operation Specifies dimmer mechanism for either normal or snap modes 54 Disable Disable Disables a function Display Display Accesses options for Menu Display illumination defaults
74. ither side Installation instructions are the same for either installation method Up to two handles may be installed on a luminaire 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A TROUBLESHOOTING AND IMAINTENANCE A Step 2 As shown in Figure A 6 at desired side of luminaire remove indicated screw from back portion of side rail Keep screw in a safe place for later use if handle is removed and luminaire placed back into normal operational service Figure A 6 Rear Rail Screw Removal Step 3 As shown in Figure A 7 at desired side of Luminaire position VL3015LT Spot Luminaire where retaining screw is inline with screw hole where screw was removed in previous step Handle Retaining Screw VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Followspot Handle Accessory Figure A 7 VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Installation Step 4 Carefully thread retaining screw into screw hole Note the two installed screws on the handle should align with the two holes above and below screw hole Hand tighten handle retaining screw DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN WARNING After installing the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire or handles the luminaire must always be set through the menu system for followspot operational mode or damage to the luminaire will occur Refer to VL3015LT Spot Menu System Overview on page 50 for more information 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 73 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Notes 74 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A APPENDIX B
75. l components that are difficult to vaporize congeal around the bottom electrode thereby reducing lamp life Solid State Electronics Electrostatic Discharge ESD Electrostatic discharge ESD presents a significant danger to solid state electronic components semiconductor devices and PC board assemblies Static electricity can build on a variety of common objects including people simply by handling or moving ESD rarely results in immediate failure of a component but shows up later as an intermittent problem or severely reduces the life of the component All VARI LITE equipment uses solid state electronics and appropriate precautions to protect them should be observed when servicing Printed Circuit Boards PCBs All PC boards should be shipped in electrostatic shielding bags When handling PC boards or components devices such as conductive mats and conductive wrist straps should be used whenever possible If these precautionary devices are not available handling of PC boards and components should be avoided CAUTION Black foam used to package solid state electronics should never be used for packing A batteries or put in contact with PC boards which contain batteries 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 61 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Troubleshooting Error Messages If a problem occurs during luminaire calibration at the end of the calibration sequence the Menu Display will cycle through any applicable
76. n ultraviolette Strahlen aus die Hautverbrennungen und Augenentz ndungen verursachen k nnen Der Betrieb von Bogenlampen erfolgt unter Hochdruck und bei hohen Temperaturen Sollte die Lampe zerbrechen besteht die Gefahr von K rperverletzung bzw von Feuer das von Lampenteilen ausgel st werden kann Tragen Sie beim Austausch der Lampen einen Augenschutz 5 Die geeignete Sicherheitsausr stung Handschuhe Augenschutz sollte beim Umgang mit besch digten Lampen verwendet werden 6 Wenn die Lampe mit blo en H nden ber hrt wird reinigen Sie sie mit denaturiertem Alkohol und einem flusenfreien Tuch bevor Sie die Scheinwerfer installieren oder in Betrieb nehmen 7 Wenn die Lampe besch digt oder durch Hitzeeinwirkung deformiert ist mu diese ausgetauscht werden WARNUNG HF INTERFERENZ 1 Es handelt sich um ein Produkt der Klasse A In einer Wohnumgebung kann das Produkt Hochfre quenzst rungen verursachen In diesem Fall m ssen eventuell geeignete Ma nahmen getroffen werden BESONDERHEITEN VON BOGENLAMPEN 1 Bogenlampen ben tigen eine gewisse Zeitdauer um nach einem Stromausfall oder einem Spannungsgef lle wieder aufzuleuchten In einigen F llen wird die Lampe nach Abk hlung automatisch wieder aufleuchten je nach der Systemkonfigurationseinstellung des Lampenein schaltungsstatus 2 Die Brennposition ist Universal vi 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A FOREWORD Notes de s curit Avant de proc der l install
77. ogramming Kit CD 87 8500 0002 e Instruction Sheet 02 8500 0100 e VARIXLITE carry bag 07 5044 0005 Computer Requirements for the USB Luminaire Programming Kit e PC running Microsoft Windows Although the USB Luminaire Programming kit software is not directly compatible with Apple Macintosh computers it does run with some Windows emulators e In addition to Windows your computer must be running IE 5 01 or later and Microsoft NET Framework Version 3 5 or later which you can download from http www microsoft com and search for NET Framework downloads e An available USB 2 0 port on the PC e For Windows Vista 64 Bit and Windows 7 64 Bit operating systems refer to the Vari Lite Technical Notice TN 309 in the product downloads section on the Vari Lite web site USB VLDownloader PC Program and bin Luminaire Files The USB VLDownloader program and current bin files are available from the Product Downloads page at www vari lite com Instructions for installing the USB VLDownloader program on your PC are also available on the Product Downloads page Use the USB VLDownloader program to transfer updated versions of the luminaire operating software bin files from your PC to the luminaires A Note Refer to instruction sheet 02 8500 0100 for detailed programming instructions for VARIXLITE luminaires 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 43 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Lists specific versions of downlo
78. on have been tested in their respective original positions to protect their service life including when morphed between wheels 1 and 3 Note For standard factory gobo gag loads and position please refer to VL3015LT Spot Gobo Effects Control on page 30 of this manual Users can load their own patterns gobos or gags When using custom gobos or gags Vari Lite recommends the following guidelines e When morphing gobos gobos should be morphed between wheels 1 and 3 only never in wheel 2 Rotating gobo wheel 2 has been designated the gag effects wheel Wheel 2 should only house clear type gags or gobos that permit minimum unabated light transmission e Under no circumstances should owners or users use or install metal gobos Using metal gobos in the VL3015LT spot luminaire will void the fixture s warranty Note Vari Lite cannot guarantee the service life of any custom gobos or gags when used in conjunction with this fixture Owners and users employing custom gobos and gags do so at their own risK To Install or Replace Gobos WARNING Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance Gobos may be HOT after operation Allow to cool before replacing To replace a rotating gobo Step 1 Remove power from luminaire Step 2 As illustrated in Figure A 3 remove top and or bottom head cover by loosening four 1 4 turn screws to access the three gobos wheels 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A TROUBLESHOOTING AN
79. onananas 1 Text Conventions Mn sun Mise AN De a en eh es 2 Customer Services SO 2 Chapter 1 Description Features VL3015LT Spot Standard Features ss 4 Components Included ems ca aos Loon Legs otha wise ens unsinnig 5 Replacement Items Accessories ss 6 Luminaire Overvie Winnie T A 7 Chapter 2 Installation Special Warnings Exceptional Safety Information for the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire 10 Power and Data Cabling Requirements A Se TRE ent eA betel ee E dette 11 ODN 13 Recommended Cable Types Manufacturers 22002222002snesnnensensennnesnennsnenne en 14 DMX Termination Connector ss 14 Installation Procedures H nsins the luminaire ita eier 15 Floor Mounting the Luminaire ss 18 Connecting Data and Power ss 18 Powering Up Power Up and Configuration Procedure 19 Addressing Program Starting Address voor ae 20 Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire 20 Chapter 3 Operation VL3015LT Spot DMX Channels VL3015LT Spot Channel Mapping eee 22 VL3015LT Spot Control Channel Functions aera 26 VL3015LT Spot DMX Mapping VE301SET Spot Color Control nannten ee Mave rt 27 Color Mixing diia N EE 27 Fixed Color Wheel dt Heli 27 Fixed Color Wheel So chit tend etn ERBE si rs BE 28 Fixed Color Wheels DMX Map 29 VL3015LT Spot Beam Control ss 29 SUMODE sister en A nt else ie cette bene hal 29 R ngen
80. ontinuous beam size control e Three gobo effects wheels combine to each offer four rotatable indexable gobo positions and one open position Independent drop in armature that rotates with 3 facet prism Independent drop in armature that contains variable frost e Full field dimming system Dual blade strobe system e Repositional pan tilt system Control by DMX512 protocol Fan cooled e UV IR glass e 1500W short arc lamp source Note For more information and product specifications refer to Technical Specifications on page 75 4 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A DESCRIPTION COMPONENTS 1 Components SPOT Included Items The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Documentation CD ROM Product Registration Product Support Sheet gt VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Unpack amp Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1500 Watt Short Arc Double Ended Lamp Neutrik PowerCon AC Input Connector N Note Mounting Brackets DO NOT handle arc lamp with bare hands Wear cotton gloves Keep lamp dirt and grease free Figure 1 1 Included Items 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 5 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Replacement Items Accessories The following optional and or replacement items can be ordered directly from your Authorized Philips Vari Lite Dealer Please order by Philips
81. ower and data Step 1 Connect data cable from console to first luminaire in chain at DATA IN connector Step 2 If required connect additional data cables from DATA THRU connectors to DATA IN connectors of remaining luminaires in link Step 3 At last luminaire in link install a DMX termination connector at DATA THRU connector Luminaires and other devices on the same DMX chain may not function properly without termination Step 4 Connect AC input cable connector to power input source Step 5 Dress AC input and data cables and secure them so that they will not interfere with luminaire head and yoke movement anal ce 1 za Data Thru Data Thru Data In DMX Termination Connector from console Figure 2 7 Connecting Power and Data 18 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A INSTALLATION POWERING UP 2 Powering Up Power Up and Configuration Procedure Since Lamp OFF is the default state the lamp will not strike when the luminaire is powered up for the first time when AC input power cable is connected and power is applied the luminaire will immediately begin a calibration sequence that steps it through pan and tilt movements The internal color gobo and beam mechanisms will also move through a full range of motion After calibration the luminaire head will either stop at its home position which positions the pan axis at mid rot
82. ower at 208 volts RMS Connection Pin AC Neutral x AC Line Y Ground Earth G Connection Pin Phase 1 x Phase 2 Y Ground Earth G 26 August 2013 WARNING It is not recommended to power any VARI LITE luminaire from a dimmer even in NONDIM mode Dimmer and non dim modules are not suitable sources of power because their output modifies the AC wave form This may work for a short time but will eventually result in power problems luminaire mis operation and or failure and may void the luminaire s warranty 02 9698 0002 A INSTALLATION POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS Data Cables The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire is equipped with two 5 pin XLR connectors for DATA IN and DATA THRU out applications DATA IN requires a 5 pin female XLR connector and DATA THRU requires a 5 pin male XLR connector When purchasing or constructing data cables it is important that not only the correct cable type be used but also quality cable to ensure a reliable DMXS12 system Your cabling should meet the following USITT DMX specification requirements Suitable for use with EIA485 RS485 operation at 250k baud Characteristic impedance 85 150 ohms nominally 120 ohms Low capacitance Two twisted pairs Foil and braid shielded 24 AWG minimum gauge for runs up to 1000 feet 300m 22 AWG minimum gauge for runs up to 1640 feet 500m Note Microphone type cables and other general purpose two core audio or signal cables a
83. p of four graduated color disks cyan magenta yellow and CTO color temperature orange These disks provide full spectrum color crossfades from pastel to saturated color Table 3 2 DMX Map for Cyan Magenta Yellow and CTO Colors Value DMX Value Action 0 0 Open 100 255 Full Saturation Fixed Color Wheel 1 Fixed color wheel 1 offers timed changes half and full frame positions and various spin rates in either direction The wheel contains six positions one being open The following illustration Figure 3 1 shows the standard positions and color configuration for fixed color wheel 1 Note Color are simulated and are for position reference only Figure 3 1 Fixed Color Wheel 1 Standard Filters Positions 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 27 Table 3 3 VL3015LT Spot Fixed Color Wheel 1 Standard Configuration Chart VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Position Color Filter Part Number 1 Red 41 9686 0490 2 Yellow 41 9686 0491 3 Magenta 41 9686 0492 4 Kelly Green 41 9686 0493 5 Congo Blue 41 9686 0494 Fixed Color Wheel 2 Fixed color wheel 2 like fixed color wheel 1 offers timed changes half and full frame positions and various spin rates in either direction The wheel contains six positions one being open The following illustration Figure 3 2 shows the standard positions and color configuration for fixed color wheel 2 Note Color are simulated and
84. re not suitable for use with DMX512 The XLR 5 pin connectors should be wired as follows Pin Wire Code to XLR Connectors Data Thru Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Data In Cable Pinout Cable Pinout Foil amp 1st 2nd 1st 2nd Braided conductor conductor conductor conductor Shield of 1st of 1st of 2nd of 2nd 1 5 twisted twisted twisted twisted 5 1 2 pair pair pair pair A 3 3 Male Conn Data Data Data Data Female Conn Note Refer to the USITT Recommended Practice for DMX512 guide for additional information regarding DMX512 systems How to obtain a copy is detailed in Additional Documentation on page 1 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 13 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Recommended Cable Types Manufacturers These are only a few of the suitable cable types Any quality EIA485 twisted pair 120 ohm shielded cable will also work Table 2 1 Recommended Cable Types Type Pairs zo Jacket AWG Use Temp F Belden Cables 1215A 2 150 PVC 26 IBM Type 6 Office cable 75 1269A 2 100 PTFE 22 Solid High Temp Plenum cable 200 8102 2 100 PVC 24 UL2919 80 8132 2 120 PVC 28 UL2919 80 8162 2 100 PVC 24 UL2493 60 82729 2 100 PTFE 24 High Temp Plenum cable 200 88102 2 100 PTFE 24 High Temp Plenum cable 200 89696 2 100 PTFE 22 High Temp Plenum cable 200 89729 2 100 PTFE 24 High Temp Plenum cable 20
85. rn screws CAUTION Do not touch filters with bare fingers Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing filters To clean filters use isopropyl alcohol and soft cloth Strong cleaning solutions can damage coating Fingerprints or other grease deposits on filters can cause the glass to break Step 3 Rotate Color Wheel 2 until the filter you are changing is accessible Step 4 To improve access to the filter rotate the mixed color wheels to position the cut outs next to the filter you are changing Step 5 As shown in Figure A 5 gently press the color filter toward the lens until it is free of the lock pins Remove the filter 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 69 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 70 Fixed Color Filter Replacement continued Step 6 Orienting coated side of filter towards lamp slide new filter under the spring clip until it is securely retained by the lock pins Step 7 Replace the head cover Top Head Cover 1 4 Turn Screw Color Wheel see detail Bottom Head Cover Head covers are attached by tethers FIXED COLOR WHEELS Color Filter Color Filter Fixed Color Wheel Assembly With Color Wheels Note shown removed for clarity only Do not remove assembly A Do not touch filter with bare fingers CAUTION Wear cotton gloves Figure A 5 Replacing a Color Filter 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A TROUBLESHOOTING
86. s or shield Shields lenses or ultraviolet screens shall be changed ifthey have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired For example by cracks or deep scratches WARNING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST INJURY TO PERSONS 1 Exterior surfaces of the luminaire will be hot during operation Use appropriate safety equipment gloves eye protection etc when handling and adjusting hot equipment and components 2 Luminaires will have a hot lamp when operating Disconnect power and allow lamp to cool before replacing 3 Arc lamps emit ultraviolet radiation which can cause serious skin burn and eye inflammation Additionally arc lamps operate under high pressure at very high temperatures Should the lamp break there can exist a danger of personal injury and or fire from broken lamp particles being discharged Wear eye protection when relamping 5 Appropriate safety equipment gloves eye protection should be used when handling damaged lamps 6 If lamp is touched with bare hands clean lamp with denatured alcohol and wipe with lint free cloth before installing or powering up the luminaire 7 The lamp shall be changed if it has become damaged or thermally deformed WARNING RF INTERFERENCE 1 This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures ARC LAMP CHARACTERISTIC CONSIDERATIONS
87. s the associated parameter s to follow cue fade time console time rather than the timing channel 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 35 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 36 Note The particular storing syntax for your console as well as instructions on how to write part cues can be found in the operation manual for that console To use these channels you must Step Step Step Step Step 1 2 3 Create the cue including color gobo edge and frost as required Decide which fixtures and which parameter groups will use timing channels Assign a value to the particular timing channel s you wish to use for timing information see chart on next page Set console timing or cue fade time for parameters and timing channels to zero seconds 5 Store cue Note Avoid changing timing channel values in a fading cue This can cause unexpected behavior in the luminaire as the timing channel value is updated over time Timing channel values and the final destination of the parameters affected by the timing channel should always be sent in a zero count Timing channels can be set in either or 0 255 DMX modes with the following values assigned Table 3 13 Timing Channels Map 26 August 2013 Value DMX Seconds 0 0 Full Speed 1 0 2 2 0 4 1 3 0 6 4 0 8 2 5 1 6 1 2 7 1 4 3 8 1 6 9 1 8 4 10 2 11 2 2 12 2 4 5 13 2 6
88. sor not found Frost No Sens Frost sensor not found Prism No Sens Prism sensor not found 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002A TROUBLESHOOTING AND IMAINTENANCE A Troubleshooting Guide If a problem is suspected first try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for various error messages and or symptoms Table A 2 Troubleshooting Chart Message Symptom Description Possible Cause Remedy Lamp Lamp does not strike Lamp Off option is config Reconfigure lamp startup option in Lamp config Power upon start up ured note Lamp Off is menu Douse default from factory n a Lamp douses frequently Lamp Douse Fan failure check fans for proper connection and operation n a Lamp will not strike Lamp Strike Failure Lamp cutout switch engaged check lamp cutout switches at lamp box and fan ducts Bad lamp replace lamp Low input voltage check input power must be 200 to 264 VAC n a Luminaire behaves Profile Not Matched Profile not set correctly oddly confirm console patch matches fixture DMX address confirm DMX protocol matches console profile n a Luminaire does not No power Switch not turned on power up verify switch is turned on Not plugged in ensure A C cable is connected to power source n a Self tests will not run or DMX Data Input Detecting DMX data software download does
89. st version of Vari Lite Technical Notice TN 248 on the Vari Lite web site for all approved lamps 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A INSTALLATION POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Current required is up to 12 Amps depending on the AC supply voltage and product model A Note The mating Neutrik PowerCon connector is supplied however you will need to purchase or construct a cable appropriate for your application AC IN DATA IN DATA THRU NV ff VI L Luminaire Enclosure Assembly AC Power Input 3 Pole Neutrik PowerCon Locking Connector for AC Input Power Neutrik PowerCon Connector supplied Figure 2 1 Power Connector Depending on the application the luminaire s AC input cable may require a different connector If required install a new connector meeting your requirements using the following wire color code reference Wire Connection Green Yellow AC Ground Blue AC Neutral Brown AC Line International Harmonized Standard AN WARNING DO NOT connect to three phase Delta service in countries with 240 volt power Note The lamp will not strike below 180 volts RMS 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 11 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 12 For single phase power at 200 240 volts RMS For three phase p
90. the timing channel to the desired value and set cue and or parameter time to zero combination of time controls can produce unexpected results Refer to VL3015LT Spot Timing Channel Information on page 35 for more information e Timing Channel Control The luminaire uses the timing channel value to calculate a smooth continuous movement for a given time and transition 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 25 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL VL3015LT Spot Control Channel Functions Control channel functions allow special actions such as reset lamp on off and partial recalibration These must be executed with zero time transition or with timing disabled Discrete values must be used not manual controls such as faders or encoders see chart below for values Reset resets all luminaire mechanisms Lamp On or Lamp Off note default setting is Lamp Off switches lamp on or off Partial Recalibration resets only the target mechanism color gobo zoom etc without affecting others Table 3 1 VL3015LT Spot Control Channel DMX Channel Parameters Range DMX Range Default Value Description Used to strike douse the lamp set lamp levels and other various functions as well as resetting the luminaire via the console DMX values are Default Console Value Idle DMX 0 Display Menu Settings Off DMX 3 4 Reset Fixture to Defaults DMX 5 7 Color Snap ON DMX 20 25 Color Snap OFF Norm DMX
91. ts off state The default state for this feature is 5 minutes however different time lengths can also be programmed To program a different time length for menu off feature Step 1 Press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until Config Configuration appears Press Enter Step 3 Press Up Down arrows to access Display Press Enter Step 4 Press Up Down arrows to select either 30 Sec 30 seconds 5 Min 5 minutes 10 Min 10 minutes or ON on indefinitely Press Enter to set Shortcuts A few button combinations are provided as shortcuts for frequently used menu functions These shortcuts are as follows e Pressing Enter and Up at the same time Lamp On e Pressing Enter and Down at the same time Lamp Off e Pressing Menu and Up at the same time Recalibrate e Pressing Menu at Power up interrupts calibration See Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire on page 20 for more information 02 9698 0002 A 26 August 2013 49 VARIXLITE VL3015LT SPOT LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Menu Functions 50 Address value 1 thru 512 Setup Normal Flw Spot follow spot mode IMPORTANT If an optional Followspot Handle Accessory is installed the unit must be set to Flw Spot mode Configure Lamp Power On Off Power Up Lamp On Cal On
92. tus Status Error Display Scrolls error messages or displays OK Re Cal Recalibrate OK Recalibrate the fixture Luminaire ID Luminaire ID XXXXXXXX Luminaire ID Number Version Version MM DD YY Page 1 HH MM Page 2 Fixt Hrs Fixture Hours XXXX Hours of Use non editable Download Download OK Software Manual Pan XXX Value Manual Tilt XXX Value Commands Dimmer XXX Value Strobe XXX Value Cyan XXX Value Yellow XXX Value Magenta XXX Value Col Wheel 1 Color Wheel 1 XXX Value Col Wheel 2 Color Wheel2 XXX Value CTO Color Temperature XXX Value Orange Rot Gobo1 Rotating Gobo XXX Value Wheel 1 Gobo 1 Index Rotating XXX Value Gobo Wheel 1 Index Rot Gobo2 Rotating Gobo XXX Value Wheel 12 Gobo 2 Index Rotating XXX Value Gobo Wheel 2 Index Rot Gobo3 Rotating Gobo XXX Value Wheel 3 Gobo 3 Index Rotating XXX Value Gobo Wheel 3 Index Edge XXX Value Zoom XXX Value Frost XXX Value Prism XXX Value Prism Index XXX Value 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A MENU SYSTEM MENU FUNCTIONS Table 4 1 VL3015LT Spot Menu System Chart 4 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test All Seq Test All RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Press Menu to mechanisms sequence stop tests through each mechanism Pan Tilt RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Pan RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Tilt RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Dimmer RUN TEST Run Test in
93. ude tairis ieksaa en ententes iu la 63 Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement initial 64 hen 65 Gobo Replacement Gobo Wheels ss 66 Fixed Color Filter Replacement ce ss 69 Cleaning Optics Filters and Gobos 224222002200222snnesnnennnennnnnonsnnennennnnnnsnnnn nenn 71 Followspot Handle Accessory Installation Optional 72 Appendix B Technical Specifications VESOTSET Spot Luminaire au sell 75 xiv 26 August 2013 02 9698 0002 A INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS MANUAL Introduction About This Manual This manual provides necessary information regarding safety installation operation and routine maintenance for Philips VARI LITE VL3015LT Spot Luminaires Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your luminaire AN WARNING It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or others This manual covers the following models Model Part Number Source VL3015LT Spot Luminaire 20 9698 0001 1500 Watt Short Arc Lamp Triple wattage double ended lamp The lamp is capable of operation at 900W 1200W or 1650W mode selectable from fixture or console Additional Documentation A service manual only for Authorized Philips VARIXLITE Service Centers and technicians of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire is available in electronic PDF format

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