User`s manual

OPERATION : UPDATING SOFTWARE
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02.9665.0001 0 15 February 2011 41
Updating Software
USB Download and Programming Luminaires
You can upgrade Vari-Lite luminaire operating software using the USB Luminaire Programming Kit
(Vari-Lite part number 28.8500.0054, sold separately) for desktop computers and newer laptops
equipped with USB 2.0 ports. The USB Luminaire Programming Kit can be ordered directly from
your Authorized VARI❋LITE Dealer.
The VARI❋LITE USB Luminaire Programming Kit (28.8500.0054) includes:
•VARI❋LITE USB Upload Cable (25.9600.0001)
• USB Luminaire Programming Kit CD (87.8500.0002)
•
Instruction Sheet (02.8500.0100)
•VARI❋LITE carry bag (07.5044.0005)
Computer Requirements for the USB Luminaire Programming Kit
• PC running Windows® 98, 2000, XP, or Vista. Although the USB Luminaire Programming kit
software is not directly compatible with Macintosh® computers, it does run with some Windows
emulators.
• In addition to Windows, your computer must be running IE 5.01 or later, and Microsoft.NET
Framework Version 3.5 (or later), which you can download from http://www.microsoft.com and
search for .NET Framework downloads.
• An available USB 2.0 port on the PC.
USB VLDownloader PC Program and .bin Luminaire Files
The USB VLDownloader program and current .bin files are available from the Product Downloads
page at www.vari-lite.com. Instructions for installing the USB VLDownloader program on your PC
are also available on the Product Downloads page. Use the USB VLDownloader program to transfer
updated versions of the luminaire operating software (.bin files) from your PC to the luminaires.
Note: Refer to instruction sheet 02.8500.0100 for detailed programming instructions for VARI❋LITE
luminaires.