Wireless DMX Receivers Installation & User`s Manual For use with
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1. Figure 4 LCD Display Linking Screen Connected Screens Once linked to a wireless transmitter the display will state CONNECTED There are two versions of this screen and their meanings as described in Figure 5 oO eg S T When Connected is displayed with a When Connected is displayed with an normal background the wireless connection inverted or dark background the wireless is established between transmitter and connection is established between receiver but DMX signal is not detected transmitter and receiver and a DMX signal is present detected present Figure 5 LCD Display Connected Screens PHILIPS VARISELITE Configuring the Luminaire to Operate with Receiver 8 Installation amp User s Manual Wireless DMX Receivers Note Once the wireless DMX device is linked to its transmitter other fixtures or devices without a wireless DMX device can be connected via hard wire to the DMX output of the luminaire to receive DMX commands No Status Screen When the display shows NO STATUS under the DMX address as shown in Figure 6 the unit is checking for any available connections Note this message will only display for a short period Figure 6 LCD Display No Status Screen Disconnected Screen As shown in Figure 6 the display will show DISCONNECTED under the DMX address in the DMX address screen2. philips com Additional Resources For additional resources and documentation please visit our website at www vari lite com and follow the Support link Additional Documentation For more information regarding DMX512 systems refer to the following document available from United States Institute for Theatre Technology Inc USITT Digital Data Transmission Standard for Dimmers amp Controllers plus AMX 192 Analog Multiplex Data Transmission Standard for Dimmers amp Controllers A copy of Recommended Practice for DMX512 is included USITT 315 South Crouse Avenue Suite 200 Syracuse New York 13210 1844 USA Phone 800 938 7488 or 1 315 463 6463 Fax 866 398 7488 or 1 315 463 6525 Web Site www usitt org Document Number 02 9687 0100 Version as of 20 February 2013 Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual 2013 Philips Group All rights reserved PHILIPS wae VARISKLITE Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1 PHILIPS Warnings and Notices When using electrical equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following a READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AN Do not use outdoors Do not use near gas or electric heaters a0 SF The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition e Do not use this equipment for other than intended use f Refer service
3. Spot VL770 Spot VL880 Spot and VLX3 Wash luminaires with two screws two 6 32 x 1 inch screws are provided with each unit ll Omni Directional 2 4GHz Antenna Antenna installs easily and rotates for optimum signal reception Rear of Unit Note Observe red stripe L Interconnection Ribbon Cable on interconnection ribbon on rear of unit cable See Installing 20 pin ribbon cable that easily Wireless DMX connects receiver to luminaire 20 pin female mating connector d n Receivers on page amp for already on luminaire more information Figure 1 Wireless DMX Receiver Features PHILIPS e ms O VARIPKLITE Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual WIRELESS DMX RECEIVER INSTALLATION 1 Installing Wireless DMX Receivers To install on a wireless DMX receiver on a VL440 VL770 VL880 spot or VLX3 wash luminaires A WARNING Before proceeding all power must be remove from luminaire Note The fixture s must have the following software version or later installed For VL440 770 880 Spots 08 08 12 For VLX3 Wash 06 28 12 Software downloads are available from the Support Section of the Vari Lite web site at www vari lite com Step 1 Unpack unit and make sure all parts are present Step 2 If antenna is not installed install antenn
4. to qualified personnel SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must have access to a main circuit breaker or other power disconnect device A before installing any wiring Be sure that power is disconnected by removing fuses or turning the main circuit breaker off before installation Installing the device with power on may expose you to dangerous voltages and damage the device A qualified electrician must perform this installation WARNING Refer to National Electrical Code and local codes for proper use specifications WARNING This equipment is intended for use in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations It is also intended for installation in indoor applications only Before any electrical work is performed disconnect power at the circuit breaker or remove the fuse to avoid shock or damage to the control It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform this installation FCC Compliance The DMX wireless receivers described herein comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and are CE marked Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation To assure continued compliance any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Note Th
5. ID Version 21 9687 1860 UQT WDMXOEMPCBF Wireless Solution 21 9687 1861 XRSCRMXNOVA101 Lumen Radio 21 9687 1862 VU65792 City Theatrical Industry Canada Compliance e This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equip ment Regulations ICES 003 e Cet appareil numerique de classe B respecte les exigences du reglement du Canada sur le materiel brouilleur NMB 003 The device is certified to the requirements of RSS 210 for 2 4 GHz spread spectrum devices The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations For further information contact your local Industry Canada office Industry Canada IC Markings Model IC Number Version 21 9687 1860 6612A WDMXOEM Wireless Solution 21 9687 1861 8879A CRMXN101 Lumen Radio 21 9687 1862 7480A 5972 City Theatrical CE Marking The DMX wireless receivers described herein are CE marked and are designed to install and operate with the Philips VARI XLITE luminaires described in this manual only J RoHS lead free 2002 95 EC PHILIPS 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION VARISELITE Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE VE e 1 OU GOA eors aee E EEEE E EEEE E EEE EET R EEE E EEEE E E ERRET S 1 Howto eating eegene enge EEN 1 Additional RESOULCES sic isicsserseesccad
6. PHILIPS VARIA6LITE 21 9687 1860 Wireless Solution f PHiuips CeO S es D VARFELITE KS a www vati lite com LumenRad FE ier teroncroor 21 9687 1861 Lumen Radio PHILIPS car KE gt VARPELITE City Theatrical er is PT 21 9687 1862 City Theatrical Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual For use with VL440 Spot VL770 Spot VL880 Spot and VLX3 Wash Luminaires Installation amp User s Manual Wireless DMX Receivers PREFACE 1 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 being a Philips Vari Lite customer Whether your needs are telephone troubleshooting assistance product training or technical service our full time staff of experienced professionals are 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 Dealer or Service Center or Contact the Philips Vari Lite Customer Service Department 7am 6pm CST Monday through Friday at the following phone 1 877 VARI LITE 1 877 827 4548 or 1 214 647 7880 e mail entertainment service
7. a M CAUTION In next step do not twist ribbon cable The RED stripe on ribbon cable should be oriented as shown in Figure 2 Step 3 At rear of receiver connect 20 pin ribbon cable provided with unit to 20 pin female header connector on luminaire Take care to ensure that the pins are properly aligned before seating connector Step 4 Position receiver over luminaire mounting position as shown in Figure 2 Make sure ribbon cable is completely encased in receiver housing before securing to luminaire Do not pinch ribbon cable Enclosure Assembly Wireless DMX Receiver 20 Pin Female Connector 20 Pin Interconnect Ribbon Cable Note Make sure the red stripe on cable is towards the mounting buttons UP in this graphic of enclosure Wireless DMX Receiver ee 6 32 x 1 in Screw x2 Mounting Detail DND Figure 2 Wireless DMX Receiver Installation PHILIPS VARISELITE Installing Wireless DMX Receivers 6 Installation amp User s Manual Wireless DMX Receivers Step 5 Install receiver unit by inserting two 6 32 x 1 inch screws provided with receiver through holes in receiver housing into luminaire Hand tighten screws Do not over tighten Step 6 As shown in Figure 3 A rotate antenna from unit out and B up down to receive communication signals from transmitter Then the antenna can be positioned desired CAUTION Be sure to rotate antenna into unit stow
8. ed position before placing fixture in a road case or box Figure 3 Wireless DMX Receiver Antenna Step 7 Once installation is complete proceed to WIRELESS DMX RECEIVER OPERATION on page 8 for configuration instructions PHILIPS 7 WIRELESS DMX RECEIVER INSTALLATION VARISELITE Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual WIRELESS DMX RECEIVER OPERATION 1 Configuring the Luminaire to Operate with Receiver To enable wireless DMX communications Step 1 Install unit according to instructions contained in WIRELESS DMX RECEIVER INSTALLATION on page 6 Step 2 Power on luminaire Step 3 At luminaire display enable luminaire to operate with wireless DMX receiver as follows a Press Menu b Press Up Down arrows until DMX appears Press Enter c Use Up Down arrows until Wireless appears d Use Up Down arrows to select Yes or No Press Enter to select Step 4 Receiver is ready to connect to a wireless DMX transmitter Refer to transmitter manual for signal assigning connecting to transmitter and DMX512 signal set up 2 LCD Display Status Message Screens Linking Screen As illustrated in Figure 4 the display will show LINKING under the DMX address in the DMX address screen when the unit is trying to established a connection with a wireless DMX transmitter ol 5 LINKING TE el
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10. en Radio wireless DMX receivers refer to Wireless Solution Lumen Radio Wireless DMX Receivers on page 9 Returning a 21 9687 1862 receiver to a Known ShowID ShowID 201 Step 1 Press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until DMX appears Press Enter Step 3 Use Up Down arrows to select Unlink Reset Receiver Press Enter to Reset The Receiver is now set to ShowID 201 and will connect to a transmitter with the same ShowID Refer to City Theatrical documentation on changing the Receiver s setting using RDM through the Transmitter 4 Troubleshooting Table 1 below shows some common issues that may be encountered with the receivers and remedies for these issues Table 1 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Description Possible Cause Remedy e Check 20 pin ribbon cable between wireless DMX receiver and fixture There is a green LED indicator on the board near the cable connection e SR dee P that will illuminate ONLY when the connector is properly connected to the SES Connes ES propary fixture and the unit is powered on Refer to Figure 8 s Make sure fixture is set to Wireless DMX gt Yes enabled No DMX connection Check ALL DMX connections and wiring from DMX source to wireless Fixture states the wireless transmitter connected but does na Sr F transmitter is not The DMX Address screen will invert to a black background when DMX is not respond to DMX e e sending DMX recei
11. is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient the receiving antenna VARISLITE Warnings and Notices 2 Installation amp User s Manual Wireless DMX Receivers e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia To meet FCC and other national safety guidelines for RF exposure the antenna for this device must be positioned to ensure a minimum separation distance of 20 centimeters 7 9 inches from persons FCC Markings Model FCC
12. s 9 Wireless Solution Lumen Radio Wireless DMX Receivers 0 ecceceeceeseceseeesecesceceeeesceeeeeesaeceeeeceneecnaeeenees 9 City Theatrical SHoW DMX Wireless DMX Receivers ceccesecesceceseeenseceneeceeceenceeseecaeceaeeeeneecaeeeeeeeaes 10 Re Ee 10 PHILIPS VARISKLITE Emer d Installation amp User s Manual Wireless DMX Receivers INTRODUCTION 1 About this Guide The document provides installation and operation instructions for the following products es 21 9687 1860 Wireless Solution W DMX Wireless DMX512 Receiver Black es 21 9687 1861 Lumen Radio Wireless DMX512 Receiver Black e 21 9687 1862 City Theatrical SHoW DMX DMXS512 Receiver Black Please read all instructions before using these products Retain this manual for future reference Product Description The wireless DMX receivers are used to connect to VL440 Spot VL770 Spot VL880 Spot or VLX3 Wash Luminaires to allow wireless DMX512 communications and control These receivers are offered in three wireless standards e Wireless Solution W DMX Lumen Radio Wireless DMX e City Theatrical SHoW DMX Each wireless DMX receiver installs directly on to and is powered by the luminaire Wireless DMX Receiver Features Refer to Figure 1 for the features of the wireless DMX receiver Note each receiver has same physical features Front of Unit Mounting Points Each wireless DMX receiver is specifically designed to install on VL440
13. ved via a wireless connection Fixture will not link e Check and make sure wireless DMX transmitter is functioning No wireless DMX ECTS EN with a wireless DMX Ensure the wireless receiver model matches the transmitter same type transmitter brand Fixture does not e Turn off disable Wireless mode to enable the fixture to accept and respond to DMX Wireless mode is ON respond to hard wire XLR DMX input input from XLR enabled connection For additional assistance please refer to Customer Service on page 1 Rear of Unit Green LED Indicator illuminates when unit is properly connected and powered on 20 pin Ribbon Cable Figure 8 Green LED Indicator Rear of Wireless Receiver PHILIPS VAR ISKLITE Troubleshooting 10 VARI SLITE Express yourself Philips Vari Lite 10911 Petal Street Dallas Texas 75238 USA 1 877 VARI LITE 1 214 647 7880 www vari lite com 2013 Philips Vari Lite a Philips group company All Rights Reserved
14. when the unit is not connected with a wireless DMX transmitter 031 DISCONNECTED o D oO i F Figure 7 LCD Display Disconnected Screen Note If none of the preceding status messages exists under the DMX address the fixture is not enabled for a wireless DMX receiver Refer to Configuring the Luminaire to Operate with Receiver on page 8 to enable fixture 3 Unlinking Receiver from Connected Transmitter Wireless Solution Lumen Radio Wireless DMX Receivers Note This section is only applicable to 21 9687 1860 Wireless Solution wireless and 21 9687 1861 Lumen Radio wireless DMX receivers For 21 9687 1862 City Theatrical SHoW DMX models refer to City Theatrical SHoW DMX Wireless DMX Receivers on page 10 To unlink disconnect receiver 21 9687 1860 or 21 9687 1861 models only from its connected transmitter Step 1 Press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until DMX appears Press Enter Step 3 Use Up Down arrows to select Unlink Reset Receiver Press Enter to unlink PHILIPS 9 WIRELESS DMX RECEIVER OPERATION VARISELITE Wireless DMX Receivers Installation amp User s Manual City Theatrical SHOW DMX Wireless DMX Receivers Note This section is only applicable to 21 9687 1862 City Theatrical SHoW DMX wireless DMX receivers For 21 9687 1860 Wireless Solution wireless and 21 9687 1861 Lum
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