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3. 50 xiv 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Appendix E Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Error Messages anne siete ances nn er EE 54 Froubl sho ting Guide ion RR ss 55 Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement A tecto eie et an 56 Alen Lampa 3 Dr ee ie RE Pe e EP TER 57 Gobo Replacement 2 2 eite et sere ac Dac 58 Color Filter Replacement ug aque oed 60 Cleaning Front Eens ex aceto ee e e et nn on ce Te oe Needed 61 Appendix F Technical Specifications VL3000 Spot Eumin lten una nt u eoe teh E Tee tet ie taies 63 VL3000 Wash Lumina es costeo ptr eec 65 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 XV VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Notes Xvi 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS MANUAL Introduction About This Manual This manual provides necessary information regarding safety installation operation and routine maintenance for the VARIXLITEO VL3000 Series Luminaire Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your luminaire AN WARNING Itis 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
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5. 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 Min 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 21 All At Once Tests all internal mechanisms at once in two steps All SEQ All Sequence Tests all internal mechanisms in sequence for X steps Amber Amber Specifies amber color parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test Beam Iris Beam Iris Specifies beam iris mechanism for testing Test Beamlris Beam Specifies beam iris mechanism for manual control Manual Blue Blue Specifies blue color parameter for manual control Manual or testing Test BmSprdr Beam Specifies beam spreader mechanism for manual control Manual or testing Spreader 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 For future use Luminaire ID ColrMix Color Mixer Specifies color mixing mechanism for testing Test ColorWhl Color Wheel Specifies color wheel for manual control Manual or testing Test Config System Accesses options for setting lamp pan tilt and Menu Display defaults Also Configuration accesses lamp inf
6. Type Pairs 29 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 200 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 Male Termination Connector A male XLR 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 and 4 amp 5 e 5 pin male XLR connector Two 1 4W 5 120 ohm resistors Note A male termination connector is also available as an accessory from Vari Lite See Replacement Items Accessories on pag
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8. Model Part Number Source VL3000 Spot Luminaire 20 9678 0001 Arc VL3000 Wash Luminaire 20 9678 0002 Arc Additional Documentation A service manual for extended maintenance of the VL3000 series luminaire is available in both printed and electronic PDF formats e VL3000 Series Luminaire Service Manual 02 9678 0010 Testing Troubleshooting Component Replacement and Illustrated Parts Breakdown Note Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty Refer to the Vari Lite Limited Warranty card included in the product shipping package for more information For more information regarding DMX512 systems refer to the following document available from United States Institute for Theatre Technology Inc USITT e 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 Inc 10 West 19th St Suite 5A New York NY 10011 4206 USA Tel 212 924 9088 Fax 212 924 9343 www usitt org 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 1 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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
9. CAUTION Before applying power be sure the luminaire is hung or positioned so that the head and yoke can move freely without restriction To power up At each luminaire apply power by switching power switch to ON position Luminaire will automatically step through following procedure If Lamp Power Up State is set to Lamp On lamp will strike ignite 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 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 15 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Addressing 16 Program Starting Address The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display refer to Menu Operation on page 42 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 calibrat
10. data Pan Tilt Swap OFF Setup Model Wash ON U Spot Inv Pan iT te Inv Tilt OFF Config Lamp Power off ON L on Power Up Lamp OFF Test All 1 RUN TEST ON AISEQ RUN TEST E Pan Tilt RUN TEST LampHour of hours Dimmer RUN TEST L ResetHrs OK Strobe RUN TEST Pan Tilt Movement Enable Blue RUN TEST Disable Amber RUN TEST Display RE Magenta RUN TEST L 10 Min ColrMix RUN TEST ON CTO RUN TEST ResetDef OK ColorWhl RUN TEST Cha LumlD RotGobo1 RUN TEST A e obs Goblndx1 RUN TEST RotGobo2 RUN TEST Fixture Status scrolls errors or displays OK Goblndx2 RUN TEST Re Cal OK RotGobo3 RUN TEST Lum ld XXXXXXXX GobIndx3 RUN TEST Version __ MM DD YY XX XX m 2 RUN TEST Fixt Hrs hours of use BE oer NN EU id Download OK BeamSprdr RUN TEST Lamp RUN TEST Manual Pan value Encoder Pan value L Tilt value Tilt value I Dimmer value Sensor Pan SENSE TST PASS FAIL I Strobe value Tilt SENSE TST PASS FAIL Blue value Dimmer SENSE TS
11. Write the RMA number legibly on or near the shipping address label and return the unit freight prepaid to Vari Lite 10911 Petal St Dallas TX 75238 Attention Warranty Service As stated in the warranty it is required that the shipment be insured and FOB our service center 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 i VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Compliance Notice FCC CC 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 generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with 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 1 1997 Luminaire Safety Standard General Requirements EN 60598 2 17 1989 Specification for Luminaires for Stage and Studio Lighting EMC EN 55022A 1994 Radiated and Conducted Emi
12. on page 14 Safety Cable Recommended for all hanging installations Top View and may be required by local codes Safety Cable not included Loop at w SL ho leastonce Handles are approved e safety cable anchor points Figure 2 4 Hanging Configuration and Dimensions 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 13 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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 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 power and data Step Step Step Step Step 14 1 2 Connect data cable from console to first luminaire in chain at DATA IN connector If required connect additional data cables from DATA THRU connectors to DATA IN connectors of remaining luminaires in link At last luminaire in link install male termination connector at DATA THRU connector Luminaires and other devices on the same DMX chain may not function properly without termination Connect AC input cable connector to power input
13. ELEKTROSCHOCK FEUER UBERHOHTE UV STRAHLUNG UND KORPERVERLETZUNGEN WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM FEUERSCHUTZ 1 VARI LITE Scheinwerfer sind ausschlie lich f r den Einsatz mit bestimmten Lampentyps Achten Sie auf den Lampentyp Osram HMI 1200 W S metal halide 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 Handbuch 3 Beachten Sie die Einhaltung des erforderlichen Sicherheitsabstandes der VARIXLITE 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 VARPKLITEG Ger ten beginnen 3 Die Ger te sollten nur von qualifiziertem Personal gewartet werden 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN UBERHOHTE UV STRAHLUNG 1 Viele VARPXLITEG 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 miissen ausgetauscht we
14. Example Press Up Down arrows until LAMP appears Customer Service Our Goal At 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 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 Service Center or Contact the Vari Lite Customer Service Department 9am 6pm CST Monday through Friday at the following phone 1 877 VARI LITE 1 877 827 4548 email customerservice vari lite com Additional Resources For additional resources and documentation please visit our website at www vari lite com and follow the Support link 2 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 A y CHAPTER 1 N q This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components along with a list of accessories which are available Features Components 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 3 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Features Standard Features All VL3000 series luminaire have the following standard features CYM color mixing system Variable CTO color correction Six position fixed co
15. Hours Not editable ResetHrs Reset Lamp Hour OK Counter Pan Tilt Pan and Tilt Movement Position Recovery Enable Enable Options Disable Disable Display Display Illumination 30 Sec OFF in 30 seconds 5 Min OFF in 5 minutes default 10 Min OFF in 10 minutes ON ON indefinitely ResetDef Reset Default OK Values Chg LumID Change XXXX Value for future use Luminaire ID DMX DATA Chan XXX DMX Channel XXXX Value DMX Data 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 Status Status Error Display Scrolls error messages or displays OK Re Cal Recalibrate OK Lum 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 Download Download OK Software 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 45 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 46 Table 4 1 VL3000 Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test All 1 Test All mechanisms RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Press Menu to atonce 2 steps stop tests All SEQ Test all RUN TEST Run Test in Progress mechanisms in order X steps Pan Tilt RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Dimmer RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Strobe RUN
16. TEST Run Test in Progress Blue RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Amber RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Magenta RUN TEST Run Test in Progress ColrMix RUN TEST Run Test in Progress CTO RUN TEST Run Test in Progress ColorWh1 RUN TEST Run Test in Progress RotGobo1 Spot Model RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Only GobIndx1 Spot Model RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Only RotGobo2 Spot Model RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Only Goblndx2 Spot Model RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Only RotGobo3 Spot Model RUN TEST Aun Test in Progress Only Goblndx3 Spot Model RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Only Edge Spot Model Only RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Zoom Spot Model Only RUN TEST Run Test in Progress Beam Iris Spot Model RUN TEST Aun Test in Progress Only BmSprdr Wash Model RUN TEST Aun Test in Progress Only Lamp Disables Pan Tilt and RUN TEST Run Test in Progress executes Home position Encoder Pan XXXX Value Tilt XXXX Value Sensor Pan STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Tilt STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Dimmer STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Blue STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Amber STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Magenta STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL CTO Color Temperature Orange STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL ColorWhl Color Wheel STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL RotGobo1 Gobo 1 STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Spot Model Only RotGobo2 Gobo 2 STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Spot Model Only RotGobo3 Gobo 3 STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Spot Model Only
17. USER S MANUAL Color Filter Replacement Tools 2 Phillips screwdriver DA WARNING Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance Filters may be HOT after operation Allow to cool before replacing To replace a color filter Step 1 Remove power from luminaire Step 2 Remove top head cover by loosening four 1 4 turn screws as shown in Figure A 4 CAUTION Do not touch filters with bare fingers Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing Clean with glass cleaner and soft cloth if required Step 3 Rotate color wheel until required filter position is accessible Step 4 Press spring lock back until color filter is free and remove filter Step 5 Install new filter orientation does not matter ensuring that it is securely in position Step 6 Replace head cover Top Head Cover A Do not touch filter with bare fingers Ma CAUTION Wear cotton gloves if 1 4 Turn Screw Color Wheel Head covers are attached by tethers see detail Spring Lock Color Filter Color Wheel Push spring lock back to release color filter Figure A 4 Replacing a Color Filter 60 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A Cleaning Front Lens The front lens can be cleaned using a common glass cleaner and a soft lint free cloth Front Lens Figure A 5 Cleaning Front Lens 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 61 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINA
18. functions When running tests on multiple luminaires a male termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link Refer to Connecting Data and Power on page 14 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 male termination connector into DATA THRU XLR connector Step 2 At master luminaire Menu Display press Menu Master Luminaire Luminaire 1 Luminaire 2 Data Thru 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 Menu System Function Chart on page 45 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 50 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 MENU SYSTEM SELF TESTS A Movement Disable The Movement 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 wil
19. source 5 Dress AC input and data cables and secure them so that they will not interfere with luminaire head and yoke movement LS i N 2 5 ne Data Thru Data Thru iiom us 16 Termination Connector Figure 2 5 Connecting Power and Data 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 INSTALLATION POWERING 2 Powering Up Power Up and Configuration Procedure Since Lamp On is the default state the lamp will strike when the luminaire is powered up for the first time When AC 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 rotation 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 DMxX 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 Menu System Function Chart on page 45 when power is applied the arc lamp will either a strike or ignite Lamp On default b await calibration and then strike Cal On or c await manual command to strike Lamp Off
20. 0 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Index Rotation 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 Gobo wheels will only stop at whole images e tis not necessary for the wheel to complete a full revolution to change a gobo from indexing mode to rotating mode 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 Table 3 11 DMX Map for Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 Position Indexing Rotating Function 1 0 7 100 116 Open 2 8 25 117 134 Gobo 1 3 26 44 135 153 Gobo 2 4 45 63 154 172 Gobo 3 5 64 82 173 191 Gobo 4 6 83 99 192 209 Gobo 5 Table 3 12 DMX Map for Gobo Wheel 3 Position Indexing Rotating Function 1 0 10 98 119 Open 2 11 33 120 141 Gobo 1 3 34 54 142 163 Gobo 2 4 55 75 164 184 Gobo 3 5 76 97 185 206 Gobo 4 The Gobo Index function utilizes 16 bit control which offers enhanced resolution whether in INDEX or ROTATE mode Table 3 13 Index Rotation Range Function Index Range 0 65535 Rotate 0 cw max 32599 cw min 32600 33047 stop 26 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 OPERATION LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Luminaire Timing Timing Channel Information Timing channel control improves the timed moves o
21. 0 98 250 300 251 310 99 252 310 253 310 254 310 100 255 Follows Cue Data 19 Mar 03 3 35 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Updating Software 36 Reprogramming Luminaires In some cases it may be desirable to upgrade the luminaire s operating software This process requires a PC VLDownload exe bin files and the Luminaire Programming Kit 28 9661 0054 Components Overview Computer Requirements e PC running Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 or higher or Windows 2000 Program is not compatible with Macintosh computers Serial communication port RS 232 only USB not supported VL Download Program The VL Download exe program allows you to transfer new versions of the operating software bin files to the luminaires via the PC The VL Download exe and current bin files are available from the Product Downloads page at www vari lite com Instructions for installing the program on your PC are also available on the Product Downloads page Luminaire Programming Kit The luminaire programming kit allows you to connect your PC to the luminaire chain in order to update software Luminaire Programming Kit 28 9661 0054 components e 6 Ft Serial Straight Thru DB9M F Cable 46 6033 0006 e RS 232 to RS 485 Interface Converter 46 6036 0001 e RJ45 to 5 Pin Female XLR Cable 25 9661 0055 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 OPERATION UPDATING SOFTWARE 3 Reprogramming Procedure
22. 0 Wash Luminaire l PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS Color System A three filter CYM cross fading mechanism A fixed color wheel with six interchangeable color filters and continuous wheel rotation for additional effects It includes a variable CTO color temperature correction filter Beam Size Control A zoomable beam spreader mechanism provides continuous beam size control for both rapid changes and smooth timed beam angle changes Intensity Control Full field dimming designed for both smooth timed fades and quick dimming effects Strobe High performance dual blade strobe system capable of ultra fast operation Pan and Tilt Smooth time continuous motion using stepper motors with encoder correction Pan range is 5405 Tilt range is 270 0 3 resolution alle OPTICAL Source Osram HMI 1200 W S Metal Halide Lamp 6000 K 85CRI Output 35 000 lumens Reflector Precision glass reflector with dichroic cold mirror coating l OPERATIONAL Power Requirements Standard AC power distribution from 180 264 VAC 50 60 Hz The unit requires 7 to 12 A depending on the AC supply voltage Operational Temperature 20 to 122 29 to 50 C Cooling Forced air cooled Control Compatible with a wide variety of DMX512 consoles Weight 74 lbs 34 kg with rails Spacing Hangs on 26 0 inch 66 cm centers All models can be mounted and operated in any orientation 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 65 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LU
23. 1 and 3 remove bottom cover as shown in Figure A 3 b To access Wheel 2 remove top cover as shown in Figure A 3 If accessing Wheels 1 and 3 also raise hinged fan duct assembly Fan duct has a lamp cutoff switch which will disengage power to lamp Rotate 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 Clean with glass cleaner and soft cloth if required Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 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 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 Close fan duct assembly and replace covers 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A Top Head Cover Do not touch glass with bare fingers CAUTION Press on gobo carrier only 1 4 Turn Screw Gobo Wheel Gobo A bl see detail obo Assembly Gobo Wheel Front of luminaire a Carrier Press from this side Head covers are attached by tethers Figure A 3 Replacing a Gobo 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 59 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE
24. 19 29 74 19 75 20 30 76 20 77 20 78 21 31 79 21 80 21 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 02 9678 0001 OPERATION LUMINAIRE TIMING Table 3 16 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 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 30 104 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 19 Mar 03 3 31 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 32 Table 3 16 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 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 47 146 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 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 02 9678 0001 OPERATION LUMINAIRE TIMING Table 3 16 Timing Cha
25. 81 0 248 974 0 192 882 0 140 994 0 060 068 Germany Patents No 694 25 943 8 693 14 122 0 692 08 615 3 692 07 692 1 691 31 478 0 691 21 029 2 690 33 385 4 37 89 166 9 37 68 727 1 37 51 804 6 37 50 201 8 35 87 270 5 32 79 888 1 32 74 291 6 Germany Design Patents No M 98 01 745 4 M 96 04 515 9 M 96 04 514 0 M 94 07 689 8 M 94 02 951 2 M 499 03 583 6 M 498 11 203 9 G 93 12 884 3 Spain Patents No 2 090 191 2 084 289 2 020 960 0 548 328 Spain Utility Model Patent No 2 031 748 Spain Design Patents No 0 137 502 0 137 501 0 133 573 Greece Patent No 910 400 544 Hong Kong Patents No 965 1990 285 1987 Japan Patents No 2 843 696 2 059 669 2 055 324 2 002 168 1 966 525 1 889 481 1 792 721 1 770 241 1 723 825 1 683 007 1 533 011 Japan Design Patents No 985 985 1 985 985 947 552 945 436 1 945 436 1 106 089 1 077 598 1 072 598 1 060 414 1 002 123 Korea Patents No 76 310 42 639 283 770 181 180 Korea Design Patents No 209 896 209 895 Mexico Patent No 180 148 Singapore Patents No 663 90 134 87 Taiwan Patents No 78 726 66 975 65 380 28 275 United Kingdom Design Registrations No 2082526 2072562 2056387 2056386 2042174 2038212 2033108 2029499 Neutrik PowerCon and EtherCon are registered trademarks of Neutrik Inc All other brand or product names which may be mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or orga
26. ERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 64 alle TS SPOT OPTICAL Source Osram HMI 1200 W S Metal Halide Lamp 6000 K 85CRI Output 24 000 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 180 264 VAC 50 60 Hz The unit requires 10 A Operational Temperature 20 to 122 29 to 50 C Cooling Forced air cooled Control Compatible with a wide variety of DMX512 consoles Weight 82 lbs 37 kg with rails Spacing Hangs on 26 0 inch 66 cm centers All models can be mounted and operated in any orientation PHOTOMETRIC VL3000 Spot Luminaire 1200W Metal Halide Fixture output 24 000 lumens All data taken with a seasoned light source at 20 hours of life BEAM BEAM FIELD Zoom tens CANDELA ANGLE DIAMETER FIELD ANGLE DIAMETER Position cd degrees TN degrees TN NFOV 1 076 000 9 0 0 157 10 0 0 175 MFOV 93 600 31 0 0 555 35 0 0 631 WFOV 36 675 46 0 0 849 56 0 1 063 Multiply throw distance by Tn to determine coverage cd To calculate center beam illuminance I at a specific distance D 1 D if D is in feel I is in foot candles if D is in meters 1 is in lux 19 Mar 03 2 02 9678 0001 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS B VL300
27. GobIndx1 Gobo 1 Index STST Sensor Test PASS FAIL Spot Model Only 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 Table 4 1 VL3000 Menu System Chart MENU SYSTEM MENU FUNCTIONS 4 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Manual Pan XXXX Value Manual Tilt XXXX Value Commands Dimmer XXX Value Strobe XXX Value Blue XXX Value Amber XXX Value Magenta XXX Value ColWheel Color Wheel XXX Value CTO Color Temperature XXX Value Orange Gobo1 Spot Model Only XXXX Value Index1 Spot Model Only XXX Value Gobo2 Spot Model Only XXX Value Index2 Spot Model Only XXX Value Gobo3 Spot Model Only XXX Value Index3 Spot Model Only XXX Value Edge Spot Model Only XXX Value Zoom Spot Model Only XXX Value Beamlris Spot Model Only XXX Value BmSprdr Beam Spreader XXX Value Wash Model Only For 16 bit parameters the data displayed will be scaled to a range of 0 4095 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 47 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 48 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
28. IRE USER S MANUAL Notes 62 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 02 9678 0001 Technical Specifications VL3000 Spot Luminaire PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS Zoom Optics 13 element 6 1 zoom optics system covering a range of 10 to 60 Color System A three filter CYM cross fading mechanism A fixed color wheel with six interchangeable color filters and continuous wheel rotation for additional effects It includes a variable CTO color temperature correction filter Beam Size Control A mechanical iris provides continuous beam size control for both rapid changes and smooth timed beam angle changes Intensity Control Full field dimming designed for both smooth timed fades and quick dimming effects Strobe High performance dual blade strobe system capable of ultra fast operation Rotating Gobo Wheels 14 rotatable indexable gobo positions available across three wheels two six position gobo wheels with five rotatable indexable gobo positions and one open position and one five position gobo wheel with four rotatable indexable 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 Pan and Tilt Smooth time continuous motion using stepper motors with encoder correction Pan range is 540 Tilt range is 270 0 3 resolution 19 Mar 03 63 VAREKLITE VL3000 S
29. Lists the specific versions of software that have been downloaded Select PC serial port where cable 4242 na Salad Ci is connected Seci a 5 olress Veron en Bega harias s u E pe iei oe T em voor moie Mist E Tee Will show current E re Re clanes progress of download El Figure 3 5 VL Download Program Window 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 The first half of the version will be displayed as a date MM DD Y Y For example 03 18 03 March 18 2003 Press Up Down arrows to display second half of version This will be displayed as a time HH MM For example 16 00 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 OPERATION UPDATING SOFTWARE 3 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 14 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 D
30. Lo Byte Gobo 1 Index Rot 16 Gobo Wheel 2 0 216 217 255 spins 17 Hi Byte Gobo 2 Index Rot 0 65535 18 Lo Byte Gobo 2 Index Rot 19 Gobo Wheel 3 0 216 217 255 spins 20 Hi Byte Gobo 3 Index Rot 0 65535 21 Lo Byte Gobo 3 Index Rot 22 Beam Iris 0 small 255 open 23 Strobe 0 open 255 max 24 Focus Time 0 255 25 Color Time 0 255 26 Beam Time 0 255 27 Gobo Time 0 255 28 Control 0 255 18 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 AR 02 9678 0001 OPERATION DMX OPERATION Table 3 2 VL3000 Wash Luminaire Enhanced 16 Bit Mode DMX Channel Parameter Range 1 Intensity 0 255 2 Hi Byte Pan 0 65535 3 Lo Byte Pan 0 65535 4 Hi Byte Tilt 0 65535 5 Lo Byte Tilt 0 65535 6 Edge 0 255 7 CTO Mixer 0 open 255 diffused 8 Blue Mixer 0 open 255 full saturation 9 Amber Mixer 0 open 255 full saturation 10 Magenta Mixer 0 open 255 full saturation 11 Color Wheel 0 216 217 255 spins 12 Strobe 0 open 255 max 13 Focus Time 0 255 14 Color Time 0 255 15 Beam Time 0 255 16 Control 0 255 19 Mar 03 19 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 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 b
31. MINAIRE USER S MANUAL SI PHOTOMETRIC TS VL3000 Wash Luminaire 1200W Metal Halide 66 Fixture output 35 000 lumens All data taken with a seasoned light source at 20 hours of life Diffusion CANDELA ANGLE DIAMETER FIELD ANGLE DIAMETER cd degrees TN degrees TN Full Spot 1 270 000 7 5 0 131 14 0 0 246 25 Flood 497 000 10 0 0 175 22 0 0 389 50 Flood 178 000 18 0 0 317 37 5 0 679 75 Flood 94 100 25 0 0 443 49 5 0 922 Full Flood 61 100 30 5 0 545 60 0 1 155 Multiply throw distance by Tn to determine coverage To calculate center beam illuminance I at a specific distance D I ed if D is in feel 1 is in foot candles if D is in meters 1 is in lux 19 Mar 03 p 02 9678 0001 Returning Parts for Service Obtaining RMA Number and Returning Parts 1 Contact Service Center 2 Request Return Material Authorization RMA number 3 Do not remove glass color discs from luminaire subassemblies 4 Package all parts being shipped Please take great care in packing your items Wrap all subassemblies and loose parts in bubble wrap or specialty packing material if required before shipping 5 Fill in the form below and pack in box with parts 6 Return parts and form to the following address Vari Lite RMA 10911 Petal St Dallas TX 75238 RMA Number Customer Name Fixture Serial Number Equipment Type Assembly Pro
32. MX specification requirements Refer to Data Cables on page 9 A termination connector is used in this process Refer to page 10 for more information regarding the construction of this connector Master luminaire containing Luminaire 1 Luminaire 2 software version to download requiring update requiring update Data Thru Data Thru Termination Connector Figure 3 6 Software Transfer Setup Transfer Procedure This procedure is used to transfer software versions between luminaires Step 1 At last luminaire install male termination connector into DATA THRU XLR connector Step 2 At master luminaire first in chain Menu Display press Menu Step 3 Press Up Down arrows until Fixture appears Step 4 Press Up Down arrows until Download appears Press Enter Step 5 OK will be displayed Press Enter to accept Step 6 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 Step 7 Once download is complete luminaire will automatically recalibrate Once recalibration is complete luminaire is ready for operation with its new software version 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 39 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 40 Verify software version at luminaire Step 1 At Menu Display press Menu Step 2 Pre
33. Note Up to 32 luminaires can be programmed at the same time if they are data linked together Refer to Connecting Data and Power on page 14 Programming more than 32 luminaires will require programming in batches of 32 or less To update luminaire software Step 1 From Product Downloads page at www vari lite com download and install the VLDownload exe program and required bin files onto your PC following instructions at the website Step 2 Assemble Luminaire Programming Kit components by connecting Serial Straight Thru Cable and RJ45 to XLR cable to Interface Converter Serial Straight DMX In Thru Cable RJ45 to XLR Cable PC Interface Converter Figure 3 4 Hardware Setup Step 3 Connect Serial Straight Thru cable to serial Comm Port of PC and connect RJ45 to XLR cable to DMX In connector of luminaire Step 4 Apply power to PC and luminaire s Step 5 Run VLDownload exe program by selecting from Start menu Programs list or by selecting from C ProgramFiles Vari Lite VLDownload Program directory Luminaire Software Download window will open Step 6 At Select Comm Port section of window refer to Figure 3 5 on next page select serial Comm Port Comm Port 1 Comm Port 2 Comm Port 3 or Comm Port 4 where Serial Straight Thru Cable is connected Note DMX Data must be disconnected before downloading software to luminaires Do not merge with DMX signal Step 7 At Select
34. Software to Download section of window select required luminaire software version to download by clicking its button or select Download All Software version is identified by the date and time MM DD Y Y and HH MM The buttons function as follows VL 3000 button downloads the software to all VL3000 luminaires Download All button is the equivalent of executing all of the specific software version buttons shown in the window if applicable They will be executed one at a time in the order they appear in the window This button can be used when any combination of VARI LITE luminaires are connected to the PC Step 8 Download will proceed Once download is complete luminaire will automatically recalibrate Once recalibration is complete luminaire is ready for operation with its new software version 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 37 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 38 Step 9 Click Close to exit Note The History section of the window shows what specific types of luminaire software have been downloaded since the beginning of the session window will reset once the program is closed and re opened Note Version dates shown in this graphic are for illustration purposes only and may not correspond to the version you are downloading Click to download all listed software versions Click to download specific software to connected luminaire s version to connected luminaire s VL t uenis aine Software Domingos
35. T PASS FAIL Amber value Blue SENSE TST PASS FAIL Magenta value Amber SENSE TST PASS FAIL ColWheel value Magenta SENSE TST PASS FAIL value CTO SENSE TST PASS FAIL Gobot value ColorWhl SENSE TST PASS FAIL er un RotGobo1 SENSE TST PASS FAIL RotGobo2 SENSE TST PASS FAIL I Gobo2 value Be E L RotGobo3 SENSE TST PASS FAIL Gobo3 value r GobIndx1 SENSE TST PASS FAIL Index3 F GobIndx2 SENSE TST PASS FAIL E ne Gobindx3 SENSE TST PASS FAIL me opa Edge SENSE TST PASS FAIL Zoom ia Valie L Zoom SENSE TST PASS FAIL Beamlris value BmSprdr EH ee Spot Model Only Wash Model Only 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 MENU SYSTEM MENU FUNCTIONS Menu System Function Chart The following is a detailed look at the internal menu system Table 4 1 VL3000 Menu System Chart 4 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Address XXX Address value Setup Model Luminaire Type Wash Spot Config LAMP Lamp Options Power Lamp Power ON default Configuration OFF Power UP Lamp Power up State Lamp OFF Lamp Off Cal ON Lamp On After Calibration Lamp ON Lamp On default LampHour Lamp Hours Used XXXX Cumulative of Operation
36. Up Down arrows to access Status Press Enter Display will now scroll through any error messages or display OK if no errors Table A 1 Error Messages 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 Gobo1 No Sens Rotating Gobo 1 sensor not found Index2 No Sens Gobo 2 Index sensor not found Gobo2 No Sens Rotating Gobo 2 sensor not found Index3 No Sens Gobo 3 Index sensor not found Gobo3 No Sens Rotating Gobo 3 sensor not found Dimmer No Sens Dimmer sensor not found Blue No Sens Blue sensor not found Amber No Sens Amber sensor not found Magenta No Sens Magenta sensor not found ColWheel No Sens Color wheel sensor not found CTO No Sens CTO sensor not found Zoom No Sens Zoom sensor not found Edge No Sens Edge sensor not found 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 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 D
37. Up State lt 03 ITAL D 02 9678 0001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual AI tesla A A RA eve ln 1 Additional 130 6 18 0 ne 1 Text CONAM rn I T EM 2 EUStOMERSEIVICE ioco Ra ne d Dee lino 2 Chapter 1 Description Features Standard RSU tt te AE eS EN QS 4 Specific FeatureS sso os RRR EE EE EE EE 4 Components Included Sii EA 5 Replacement Items AccessorieS 5 AA A RN RR 6 Chapter 2 Installation Power and Data Cabling Requirements AN NS 8 Data Cables ESRI 9 Recommended Cable TypeSManufacturerS ss 10 Male Termmation Connectot e an e ER D tbe mine 10 Installation Procedures Hanging the Luminaire veces sini sve eee Dx aco ren ive 11 Floor Mounting the Luminaire ss 14 Connecting Data and Power 2 5 ge died repr ve ann 14 Powering Up Power Up and Configuration Procedure ss 15 Addressing Program Starting Address oh sone 16 Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Lumi
38. VL3000 Series Luminaire USER S MANUAL VARI LITE is a trademark owned by Genlyte Thomas Group LLC and is registered in the United States and other countries VL1000 VL2000 VL2201 VL2202 VL2400 and the individual product designations VL30007M Series 1000 Series 2000 Series 3000 DICHRO TUNE VARIXIMAGE and the Vari Lite Asterisk are also trademarks owned by Genlyte Thomas Group LLC VARIXLITEO products are protected by one or more of the following patents and other pending patent applications worldwide U S Patents No 6 123 436 6 113 252 6 046 861 6 031 749 6 011 640 5 969 868 5 959 768 5 934 794 5 882 107 5 829 868 5 825 548 5 798 619 5 774 273 5 769 527 5 758 956 5 728 994 5 640 061 5 590 954 5 454 477 5 432 691 5 367 444 5 329 431 5 307 295 5 282 121 5 278 742 5 209 560 5 186 536 5 073 847 5 010 459 4 980 806 4 972 306 4 800 474 4 779 176 4 701 833 4 602 321 U S Design Patents No 439 356 420 332 417 300 415 301 413 995 377 338 366 712 359 574 350 408 347 113 Australia Patents No 693 691 683 695 667 109 649 264 646 588 586 095 576 400 546 433 Australia Design Patents No 128 796 128 795 Canada Patents No 2 070 670 2 050 375 1 270 675 1 259 058 1 181 795 Canada Design Patents No 81 234 81 233 76 046 European UK Patents No 0 652 400 0 586 049 0 565 218 0 547 732 0 534 710 0 495 305 0 474 202 0 379 970 0 253 082 0 253 0
39. achen In diesem Fall m ssen eventuell geeignete MaBnahmen getroffen werden BESONDERHEITEN VON BOGENLAMPEN 1 Bogenlampen ben tigen eine gewisse Zeitdauer um nach einem Stromausfall oder einem Spannungsgef lle wieder aufzuleuchten In einigen Fallen wird die Lampe nach Abk hlung automatisch wieder aufleuchten je nach der Systemkonfigurationseinstellung des Lampenein schaltungsstatus 2 Die Brennposition ist Universal vi 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 FOREWORD Notes de s curit Avant de proc der 4 l installation des produits d crits dans ce guide et de les mettre en marche 11 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 installation et l utilisation de cet appareil Les symboles de s curit utilis s dans ce guide sont les suivants ATTENTION Ce symbole annonce que l appareil risque d tre endommag AVERTISSEMENT Ce symbole annonce qu il y a risque d accident grave ou m me fatal CETTE SECTION CONTIENT DES INFORMATIONS GENERALES POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE LES D CHARGES ELECTRIQUES LES INCENDIES LEXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV ET TOUT AUTRE ACCIDENT POUVANT ENTRAINER DES BLESSURES AVERTISSEMENT DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE LES INCENDIES 1 Les luminaires VARIXLITEO ont t con us pour t
40. alue Add ress Backlit LCD Display Selects the current menu option or enters current data value Changes a value or scrolls through menus Displays the menu or if at 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 42 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 MENU SYSTEM MENU OPERATION A 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 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level Tet m Al 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 dis
41. as 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 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 FOREWORD Aviso sobre Seguridad Es muy importante leer TODA la informaci n e instrucciones sobre seguridad que se indica en este manual as 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 s mbolos de seguridad usados en este manual son los siguientes CUIDADO indica posibles da os al producto ADVERTENCIA indica posibles lesiones muerte a las personas LA INFORMACION GENERAL RELACIONADA A LA PROTECCION CONTRAGOLPES DE CORRIENTE ELECTRICA INCENDIO EXPOSICION EXCESIVA A RADIACION ULTRA VIOLETA Y LESIONES A LAS PERSONAS SE PUEDE ENCONTRAR SEGUIDAMENTE ADVERTENCIA INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCION CONTINUA CONTRA INCENDIO 1 Las luminarias VARI LITE han sido dise adas para ser usadas solamente con algunas l mparas Tome nota del tipo de l mpara Osram HMI 1200 W S me
42. cesses options to turn lamp on or off Power Up Power Up Accesses options for lamp power up state PROG Programming Currently programming the new version of software Re Cal Recalibrate Recalibrates luminaire ResetDef Reset Defaults Resets default system configuration values ResetHrs Reset Hours Resets lamp hour counter For use when new lamp is installed RotGoboX Rotating Gobo Specifies rotating gobo for testing Test X 1 2 or 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 Mechanism Accesses diagnostic tests for internal mechanisms Tests Tilt Tilt Specifies tilt function for manual control Manual or testing Test Version Version Displays current software version date and time in two pages Zoom Zoom Function Specifies zoom function for manual control Manual or testing Test 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 49 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Self Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the Test menu
43. do 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 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 RE LOIRE LC EEN ug Ja FOREWORD BO IE 3 te RE UV HE 1 VARI LITE
44. e 5 10 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 2 Installation Procedures Hanging the Luminaire The VL3000 series 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 available 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 x Mega Claw Truss Hook NL provided Ld ISLE i Example Truss Hook Installation Truss Hook Hardware not provided Bracket Figure 2 1 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 Bracket Figure 2 2 Bracket Orientation Opt
45. elow for values Reset resets all luminaire mechanisms Lamp On or Lamp Off switches lamp on or off Partial Recalibration resets only the target mechanism color gobo zoom etc without affecting others Table 3 3 Control Channel Functions Control Channel Value se DMX Value Function Value For 3 Secs After or Greater 3 Secs Luminaire Reset 32 33 81 87 0 Lamp Off 65 67 165 171 0 Lamp On 98 100 249 255 0 Partial Recalibration of Color 40 100 104 0 Gobos 45 112 116 0 Edge Zoom Iris 50 126 130 0 Dimmer Strobe 55 138 142 0 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 reset 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 required for sending values An encoder or fader does not allow for a quick value change which is required to effect the control functions 20 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 OPERATION DMX MAPPING 3 DMX Mapping Color Control The luminaire s color system is composed of a color mixing mechanism and a fixed color wheel The follow sections describe these components Color Mixing The color mixing mechanism is made up of four graduated color disks blue amber magen
46. es 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 arco 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 o
47. es 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 manceuvrer ou ajuster des appareils br lants et leurs composants se prot ger suffisamment gants protection pour les yeux etc 2 Lalampe 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 lampes 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 Sila 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 Silalampe 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 Silalampe a t endommag e ou a regu 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 c
48. escription Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Lamp Lamp Off option is config Lamp does not strike Reconfigure lamp startup option in Lamp config Power ured upon start up menu Douse n a Lamp Douse Lamp douses frequently Fan failure check fans for proper connection and operation n a Lamp Strike Failure Lamp will not strike Lamp cutout switch engaged check lamp cutout switches at lamp box and fan ducts Bad lamp replace lamp n a Profile Not Matched Luminaire behaves Profile not set correctly oddly check Setup menu for correct type spot or wash n a No power Luminaire does not 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 DMX Data Input Self tests will not run or Detecting DMX data software download does disconnect DMX input cable not work n a DMX Failure No response to DMX MCB connector disconnected data check MCB DATA IN connection n a DMX Termination Erratic control of lumi No DMX termination or termination not correct naire check for DMX terminator 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 55 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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 bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode
49. esigned for dry locations only Exposure to rain or moisture may damage luminaire 2 Disconnect power before servicing any VARIXLITEO equipment 3 Servicing to be performed by qualified personnel only 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 iii VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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 lens or shield Shields lenses or ultraviolet screens shall be changed if they 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 equ
50. f certain groups of parameters We provide up to four timing channels one for focus Pan and Tilt one for color parameters one for beam parameters and one for gobo wheel position spot version only Types of timing control e Timing Control Channel the luminaire uses its timing channel value to calculate a smooth continuous movement for a given time and transition 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 14 VL3000 Spot Luminaire Channel Function Timing Channel Relationship Timing Channel Channel Function Focus Time Color Time Beam Time Gobo Time Pan Hi Byte Lo Byte 4 Tilt Hi By
51. ing luminaire e While powering up luminaire press and hold Menu Program address as in Program Starting Address above Note The luminaire will require a reset to restore control 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 y CHAPTER 3 N A Operation This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and for updating the internal software e DMX Operation DMX Mapping Luminaire Timing Updating Software 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 17 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL DMX Operation Channel Mapping 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 There is only one DMX mode for this luminaire which is Enhanced 16 bit Mode alle Table 3 1 VL3000 Spot Luminaire Enhanced 16 Bit Mode nm DMX Channel Parameter Range 1 Intensity 0 255 2 Hi Byte Pan 0 65535 3 Lo Byte Pan 0 65535 4 Hi Byte Tilt 0 65535 5 Lo Byte Tilt 0 65535 6 Edge 0 255 7 Zoom 0 small 255 big 8 CTO Mixer 0 open 255 diffused 9 Blue Mixer 0 open 255 full saturation 10 Amber Mixer 0 open 255 full saturation 11 Magenta Mixer 0 open 255 full saturation 12 Color Wheel 0 216 217 255 spins 13 Gobo Wheel 1 0 216 217 255 spins 14 Hi Byte Gobo 1 Index Rot 0 65535 15
52. ions 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 11 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 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 DA WARNING Ensure that the bracket locking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the luminaire Truss Hook Bracket Locking Mechanism Keyed Hole Face brackets in same direction for all configurations Press up when installing or releasing Raised Mounting Button E Once fitted over buttons slide forward to lock in place Locked Figure 2 3 Installing Brackets on Luminaire Enclosure 12 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 2 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 4 Connect power and data cables according to procedure given in Connecting Data and Power
53. ipment 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 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 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 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 VORSICHT weist auf m glichen Produktschaden hin WARNUNG weist auf m gliche K rperverletzung und Lebensbedrohung hin NACHSTEHEND FINDEN SIE ALLGEMEINE HINWEISE UBER SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN GEGEN
54. ject Symptoms Suspected Fault Comments For Office Use Only Technician Date Reported Repaired Logged Repairs Completed
55. l be disabled for all the luminaires that are linked To set movement option Step 1 Press Menu Step 2 Press Up Down arrows until Config appears Press Enter Step 3 Press Up Down arrows until Pan Tilt appears Press Enter Step 4 Movement will be displayed Press Enter 5 Step 5 Use Up Down arrows to select Enable or Disable Press Enter to select 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 51 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Notes 52 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 NZ AN Troubleshooting and Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and routine maintenance which may be necessary during the life of the luminaire Troubleshooting e 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 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 53 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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 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 54 Press Menu Press Up Down arrows until Fixture appears Press Enter Press
56. l control X 1 2 or 3 IndexX Gobo Index Specifies rotating gobo index for manual control X 1 2 or 3 Inv Pan Invert Pan Reverses pan action for special focus requirements Inv Tilt Invert Tilt Reverses tilt action for special focus requirements Lamp Lamp Accesses lamp power up options reset and information Config or tests Lamp function Test Lamp OFF Lamp is Off Configures arc luminaire so that lamp will not strike upon power up 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 controlling luminaire mechanisms by entry of absolute Commands 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 dis able manual control and testing PASS Test Pass Indicates that a test has passed Power Lamp Power Ac
57. lor wheel Full field dimming system Dual blade strobe system Repositional pan tilt system Control by DMX512 protocol Fan cooled UVAIR glass 1200W lamp source Specific Features VL3000 Spot Luminaire 6 1 zoom optics system with 10 to 60 range Variable beam focus to morph between gobo wheels Two six position gobo wheels with five rotatable indexable gobo positions and one open position Five position gobo wheel with four rotatable indexable positions and one open position VL3000 Wash Luminaire Zoomable beam spreader mechanism 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 DESCRIPTION COMPONENTS 1 Components Included Items The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire Quick Start Sheet Warranty Card User s Manual M a B X er VL3000 Luminaire Figure 1 1 VL3000 Luminaire Packing List Replacement Items Accessories The following optional and or replacement items can be ordered directly from Vari Lite Please order by Vari Lite part number Vari Lite P N Accessory 22 9620 0194 Safety Cable Assembly 23 9623 0177 DMX Termination Connector Assembly 55 6840 0001 Truss Hook Mega Clamp Round and Square 55 6841 0001 Truss Hook Mega Claw for 2 Round Tube 71 2557 1200 Osram HMI 1200 W S Lamp 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 5 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Luminaire Overview The following ill
58. lowing USITT DMX specification requirements e Suitable for use with EIA485 RS485 operation at 250k baud e Characteristic impedance 85 150 ohms nominally 120 ohms e Low capacitance e Two twisted pairs e Foil and braid shielded e 24 AWG minimum gauge for runs up to 1000 feet 300m 22 AWG minimum gauge for runs to 1640 feet 500m Note Microphone type cables and other general purpose two core audio or signal cables are 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 8 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 4 pair pair pair pair 2 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 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 9 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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
59. n 1 3 5 Closed 2 6 7 Slow Random 3 8 10 Med Random 4 11 12 Fast Random 5 100 13 255 Speed Range 19 Mar 03 3 23 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 24 Gobo Effects Control Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 These wheels have six positions one being open The following illustration shows the standard gobo configurations Figure 3 2 Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 Positions Table 3 8 Gobo Wheel 1 Standard Configuration Chart Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 open n a 2 Alpha Rays 41 6030 7029 3 Night Sky 41 6030 5011 4 Tribal Break up 41 6030 5523 5 Pebbles 41 6030 7002 6 Glacier Gag 41 6030 8503 Table 3 9 Gobo Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 open n a 2 Palm Leaves 41 6030 5503 3 Shock Break up 41 6030 7018 4 Uneven Bars 41 6030 4211 5 Ice Blocks Gag 41 6030 8509 6 Droplets Gag 41 6030 8506 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 OPERATION DMX MAPPING 3 Gobo Wheel 3 This wheel has five positions one being open The following illustration shows the standard gobo configurations Figure 3 3 Gobo Wheel 3 Positions Table 3 10 Gobo Wheel 3 Standard Configuration Chart Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 open n a 2 3 Side Prism 41 6030 8003 3 Color Gobo 41 6030 8801 4 Triangle Break up 41 6030 7024 5 Circle of Ovals 41 6030 6011 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 25 VAREKLITE VL300
60. n 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 28 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 OPERATION LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Timing channels can be set in either or 0 255 DMX modes with the following values assigned 02 9678 0001 Table 3 16 Timing Channels Map Value DMX Seconds 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 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 22 4 4 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 8 7 6 19 Mar 03 29 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 30 Table 3 16 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 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 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
61. naire 16 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 xiii VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Chapter 3 Operation DMX Operation Channel MD 18 Control Channel Functions EE 20 DMX Mapping 21 Color Mixing iue ERG A ee 21 Fixed Color Ge 21 Beam Controla A a EE 23 MODS S NO O ONO 23 Gobo Effects Control iet sie Ped 24 Gobo Wheels Tand 2 iones ersten 24 Gobo Wheel 3 25 Index Rotati nzc un teer eee tee hg t 26 Luminaire Timing Timing Channel Information ss 27 Updating Software Reprogramming Luminaires EE 36 Components Overview 1 acce toner tte te ea te e inerte 5598252659 36 Reprogramming Procedure eren nennen erret nc 37 Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire pp 39 Chapter 4 Menu System Menu Operation What Is the Menu System oS 42 Controls Operation en te a Ue e rn a nt reget 42 Default Stale SN 2 one A I EE 43 S 09 MPGUM cT 43 Menu Functions Menu System OV VIEW es nt ee eerte orte et bp nn oer SUR reo 44 Menu System Function Chartier 45 Men Function Definitions net 48 Self Tests Running Parameter Tests cui
62. nizations VL3000 Series Luminaire User s Manual 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 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 Genlyte Thomas Group LLC 10911 Petal St Dallas TX 75238 Version as of 19 Mar 03 Part number 02 9678 0001 VL3000 Series Luminaire User s Manual 2003 Genlyte Thomas Group LLC All Rights Reserved FOREWORD How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Vari Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this VARIXLITEO product To obtain warranty service please contact customer service at 1 877 VARI LITE 1 877 827 4548 or customerservice vari lite 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 of the warranty period Once you obtain the RMA pack the unit in a secure shipping container or in its original packing box Fill out the RMA form included at the end of this manual and place in shipping container along with a copy of your invoice if available
63. nnels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 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 75 188 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 19 Mar 03 3 33 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 34 Table 3 16 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 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 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 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 02 9678 0001 OPERATION LUMINAIRE TIMING Table 3 16 Timing Channels Map Continued Value DMX Seconds 249 30
64. 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 At rear of luminaire head loosen four 1 4 turn screws and open lamp box it is hinged Step 3 One side at a time press lamp 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 57 Lamp dimple side down Do not touch lamp or rn Lamp Connector CAUTION reflector with bare fingers OT Reflector Lock Lever Lamp Box Luminaire Head Not Shown For Clarity Figure A 1 Installing Lamp 56 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A Align Lamp The design of the VL3000 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 WARNING Backcap and adjustment knobs will be HOT during lamp operation Wear gloves to prevent b
65. ormation such as number of hours used along with its respective reset function CTO CTO Function Specifies CTO color temperature orange parameter for manual control Man ual 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 Disable Disable Disables a function Display Display Accesses options for Menu Display illumination defaults DMX DMX Accesses options for DMX system settings Download Download Initiates download of luminaire software Edge Edge Specifies edge function for manual control 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 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 GobIndxX Gobo Index Specifies gobo index EOT sensor for testing X 1 2 or 3 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 MENU SYSTEM MENU FUNCTIONS 4 Table 4 2 Menu Function Definitions Continued Display Definition Purpose GoboX Gobo Wheel Specifies one of three rotating gobo wheels for manua
66. play it will change to the default state After longer periods of inactivity the menu display will switch to its 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 Pressing Enter and Up at the same time Lamp On 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 16 for more information 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 43 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Menu Functions 44 Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system Address value DMX Data Chan XXX
67. rden sofern deren Schutzwirkung durch sichtbare Besch digung z B Spriinge oder Schrammen eingeschrankt ist WARNUNG HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN KORPERVERLETZUNGEN 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 abkiihlen wenn Sie diese austauschen 3 Bogenlampen senden ultraviolette Strahlen aus die Hautverbrennungen und Augenentziindungen 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 blofen 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 verurs
68. re utilis s uniquement avec certaines type de lampes V rifier le type de lampe Osram HMI 1200 W S metal halide 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 VARTKLITE AVERTISSEMENT DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE LES DECHARGES ELECTRIQUES 1 Les luminaires VARI XLITEO sont con us pour une utilisation au sec uniquement Une exposition la pluie et l humidit risque d endommager le luminaire Debrancher l appareil avant de proc der la r vision de tout mat riel VARIXLITEO 3 Les r visions doivent tre effectu es uniquement par des personnes qualifi es 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 vii VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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 d
69. ressing 19 Mar 03 7 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Ten amps will be required 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 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 For single phase power at 200 240 volts RMS Connection Pin AC Neutral X AC Line Y Ground Earth G For three phase power at 208 volts RMS Connection Pin Phase 1 X Phase 2 Y Ground Earth G 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 INSTALLATION POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS 2 Data Cables The VL3000 series 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 DMX512 system Your cabling should meet the fol
70. ss Up Down arrows until Fixture appears Press Enter Step 3 Press Up Down arrows until Version appears Press Enter The first half of the version will be displayed as a date MM DD Y Y For example 03 18 03 March 18 2003 Press Up Down arrows to display second half of version This will be displayed as a time HH MM For example 16 00 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 S CHAPTER 4 N A This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature Menu Operation Menu Functions Self Tests 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 41 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES 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 AC PWR MENU ENTER 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 Up arrow Scrolls menu options upward or increases current data value Down arrow Scrolls menu options downward or decreases current data value Menu function or v
71. ssions EN 50082 1 1997 Generic Immunity Standard We certify that the product conforms to the protection requirements of council directives 73 23 EEC LVD and 89 336 EEC EMC 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 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 used throughout this manual are as follows CAUTION advising of potential damage to product 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 VL3000 series luminaire requires an Osram HMI 1200 W S metal halide 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 VARIXLITEO luminaires WARNING INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK 1 VARI LITE luminaires are d
72. ta and CTO color temperature orange These disks provide full spectrum color crossfades from pastel to saturated color Table 3 4 DMX Map for Blue Amber Magenta and CTO Colors Value DMX Value Action 0 0 Open 100 255 Full Saturation Fixed Color Wheel The fixed color wheel offers timed changes half and full frame positions and various spin rates in either direction The wheel contains seven positions one being open The following illustration shows the standard positions and color configuration Figure 3 1 Fixed Color Wheel Positions 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 21 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL 22 Table 3 5 Color Wheel Standard Configuration Chart Position Color Filter Part Number 1 Congo Blue 41 9678 0305 03 2 Orange 41 9678 0305 05 3 Kelly Green 41 9678 0305 02 4 Dark Fuchsia 41 9678 0305 06 5 Magenta 41 9678 0305 04 6 Deep Red 41 9678 0305 01 Table 3 6 DMX Map for Fixed Color Wheel Position DMX Value Action 1 0 Open 1 5 15 Half 2 31 Center 2 5 48 Half 3 62 Center 3 5 77 Half 4 93 Center 4 5 109 Half 5 124 Center 5 5 140 Half 6 155 Center 6 5 171 Half 7 186 Center 7 5 201 Half 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 Beam Control Strobe 02 9678 0001 OPERATION DMX MAPPING Table 3 7 DMX Map for Strobe Value DMX Value Action 0 0 2 Ope
73. tal halide 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 EL CTRICO 1 Las luminarias VARI LITE est n dise 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 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 ix VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL ADVERTENCIA INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCION CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICION EXCESIVA DE RADIACION 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 da adas 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 exterior
74. te Lo Byte 4 Blue Amber Magenta CTO Color Wheel Zoom 4 Edge Beam Iris 4 Gobo Wheels 1 2 and 3 4 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 27 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL a Table 3 15 VL3000 Wash Luminaire Channel Function Timing Channel Relationship Timing Channel Channel Function Focus Time Color Time Beam Time Pan Hi Byte Lo Byte 4 Tilt Hi Byte Lo Byte 4 Blue Amber Magenta CTO Color Wheel Beam Spreader 4 A timing value of zero is full speed A time value of 100 or 255 in DMX enables the associated parameter s to follow cue fade time console time rather than the timing channel 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 1 Create the cue including color gobo edge and diffusion as required Step 2 Decide which fixtures and which parameter groups will use timing channels Step 3 Assign a value to the particular timing channel s you wish to use for timing information see chart on next page Step 4 Set console timing or cue fade time for parameters and timing channels to zero seconds Step 5 Store cue Note Avoid changing timing channel values in a fading cue This can cause unexpected behavior i
75. urns To align lamp Step 1 Power up luminaire Step 2 At Menu Display select Lamp from Config menu refer to Menu Operation on page 42 If using console set intensity to 100 open 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 screws adjust beam as required CAUTION a RISK OF FIRE USE ONLY 1200 WATT H TYPE 100V METAL HALIDE LAMP SFc10 4 BASE A Y ATTENTION RISQUE D INCENDIE UTILISER UNIQUEMENT UNE LAMPA HALOGENE EN METAL DE TYPE H 1200 WATT 100V ET UN SUPPORT SFc10 4 CAUTION GE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT COMPLETE LAMP ENCLOSURE IN PLACE OR WHEN LENS IS DAMAGED Backcap DISCONNECT FIXTURE BEFORE RELAMPING CAUTION HOT LAMP DO NOT OPEN FOR 5 MINUTES AFTER SWITCHING OFF Figure A 2 Aligning Lamp 02 9678 0001 19 Mar 03 57 VAREKLITE VL3000 SERIES LUMINAIRE USER S MANUAL gt gt 58 Gobo Replacement Tools 2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance Gobos may be HOT after operation Allow to cool before replacing To replace a gobo Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Remove power from luminaire Remove appropriate head cover by loosening four 1 4 turn screws a To access Wheels
76. ustration shows the external luminaire components and controls AC Input Cable Input Panel Provides DMX In and Thru and AC Power connections see detail below Backcap Assembly Provides access to lamp for replacement and Pens controls for eam adjustment Yoke Assembly Houses Master Control Board MCB Upper Enclosure Assembly Houses power supply ballast and 1127 Dodd 2 Truss Hook Bracket Attaches to enclosure base to allow truss hook installation Head Assembly Houses color gobo strobe zoom lens and or beam spreader mechanisms dependant on luminaire model Beam Adjustment Controls Input Panel Components Product Label ID Main Power Switch Ac PWR DATA IN DATA THRU AC IN MENU ENTER Menu Display Used to input manual commands program test set defaults anc internal status information access AC Input Data In Data Thru Figure 1 2 VL3000 External Components and Controls 19 Mar 03 02 9678 0001 CHAPTER 2 02 9678 0001 NZ AN Installation This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire Itincludes connecting power and data along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing 1 within your system Power and Data Cabling Requirements Installation Procedures Powering Up Add

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