User`s manual

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
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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.
CAUTION: Some troubleshooting is included for reference only. Performing remedies may void
product warranty. Refer to the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty card included with the product.
Table A-2: Troubleshooting Guide
Message Symptom Description Possible Cause/Remedy
Lamp
Power
Douse
Lamp does not strike
upon start-up
Lamp Off option is config-
ured
- Reconfigure lamp startup option in Lamp config
menu.
n/a Lamp douses frequently Lamp Douse Fan failure...
- check fans for proper connection and operation.
n/a Lamp will not strike Lamp Strike Failure Lamp cutout switch disengaged...
- check lamp cutout switches at lamp box and fan
ducts.
Bad lamp...
- replace lamp.
Low input voltage...
- check input power (must be 100 to 240 VAC).
n/a Luminaire behaves
oddly
Profile Not Matched Profile not set correctly...
- check Setup menu for correct type (console patch
/ profile).
n/a Luminaire does not
power up
No power Switch not turned on...
- verify switch is turned on.
Not plugged in...
- ensure A/C cable is connected to power source.
n/a Self tests will not run or
software download does
not work from luminaire.
DMX Data Input Detecting DMX data...
- disconnect DMX input cable.
n/a No response to DMX
data
DMX Failure DMX connector disconnected...
- check DMX DATA IN connection.
n/a Erratic control of lumi-
naire
DMX Termination No DMX termination or termination not correct...
- check for DMX terminator.