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FOREWORD How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this VARI❋LITE® product. To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548) / +1-214-647-7880 or customerservice@genlyte.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Compliance Notice FCC 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.
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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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. It is 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.
FOREWORD Sicherheitshinweise Es ist äußerst 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 Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ein. Folgende Sicherheitssymbole werden in diesem Handbuch verwendet: VORSICHT - weist auf möglichen Produktschaden hin.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL WARNUNG: HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ÜBERHÖHTE UV-STRAHLUNG 1. Viele VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer verwenden die Lampentyp, der UV-Strahlen abgibt. SCHAUEN SIE NICHT direkt in die Lampe. 2. Es ist gefährlich, Leuchten ohne Linsen oder Blenden zu bedienen. Blenden, Linsen oder Ultraviolettschirme müssen ausgetauscht werden, sofern deren Schutzwirkung durch sichtbare Beschädigung (z. B. Sprünge oder Schrammen) eingeschränkt ist.
FOREWORD Notes de sécurité Avant de procéder à l’installation des produits décrits dans ce guide et de les mettre en marche, il est extrêmement important de lire TOUS les renseignements et TOUTES les directives de sécurité contenues dans ce guide ainsi que toute documentation jointe. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements et suivre toutes les précautions pendant l’installation et l’utilisation de cet appareil.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL AVERTISSEMENT: DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER 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.
FOREWORD Aviso sobre Seguridad Es muy importante leer TODA la información e instrucciones sobre seguridad que se indica en este manual así como en los documentos adjuntos antes de instalar y operar los productos descritos. Se debe prestar atención a todos los avisos y advertencias durante la instalación y uso de este producto. Los símbolos de seguridad usados en este manual son los siguientes: CUIDADO, indica posibles daños al producto. ADVERTENCIA, indica posibles lesiones o muerte a las personas.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL ADVERTENCIA: INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICIÓN EXCESIVA DE RADIACIÓN ULTRA VIOLETA 1. Muchas luminarias VARI❋LITE® usan un tipo de lámpara que produce radiación UV. NO mire directamente a la lámpara. 2. Es peligroso operar luminarias sin lentes o protectores. Debe cambiar los protectores, lentes o pantallas ultravioletas si se aprecia que han sido dañadas, y que su efectividad pudiera estar deteriorada.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual ................................................................................................................... Additional Documentation........................................................................................................ Text Conventions ...................................................................................................................... Customer Service ..............................................
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Strobe................................................................................................................................. 24 Gobo/Effects Control .............................................................................................................. 25 Gobo Wheel 1 (Rotating) and 2 (Fixed)............................................................................ 25 Index/Rotation .....................................................
INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL Introduction About This Manual This manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine maintenance for the VARI❋LITE® VL3500™ Luminaires. Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your luminaire. WARNING: It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or others.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Text Conventions The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual: Style Meaning [Button] Front panel button. Example: Press [Menu]. [Up] / [Down] arrows Press either [Up] or [Down] arrow button at Menu Display. MENU LCD Menu Display read-out. Example: Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until LAMP appears. Customer Service Our Goal At Vari-Lite, we are committed to providing you the highest quality in customer service.
CHAPTER 1. Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with a list of accessories which are available. • Features • Components 02 .9678 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Features Standard Features All VL3000 series luminaires have the following standard features: • CYM color mixing system. • Variable CTO color correction. • Full field dimming system. • Dual blade strobe system. • Repositional pan/tilt system. • Control by DMX512 protocol. • Fan cooled. • UV/IR glass. • 1200W lamp source.
DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS 1 Components Included Items The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire: Warranty Card VL3500 Documentation CD ROM Lamp Notice Tag Product Registration Card Quick Start Sheet VL3500 Luminaire Mounting Brackets 1200 Watt Short Arc Double-Ended Lamp Note: DO NOT handle arc lamp with bare hands. Wear cotton gloves. Keep lamp dirt and grease free.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Luminaire Overview The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls. Upper Enclosure Assembly Houses power supply, ballast, and display board. AC Input Cable Approximately 3’ in length. Truss Hook Bracket Attaches to enclosure base to allow truss hook installation. Input Panel Provides DMX In and Thru, and AC Power connections.
CHAPTER 2. Installation This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire. It includes connecting power and data, along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing it within your system. • Power and Data Cabling Requirements • Installation Procedures • Powering Up • Addressing 02 .9678 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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.
2 INSTALLATION : POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS Data Cables The VL3500 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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.
INSTALLATION : INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 2 Installation Procedures Hanging the Luminaire The VL3500 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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.) WARNING: Ensure that the bracket locking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the luminaire.
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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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.
INSTALLATION : POWERING UP 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 and the luminaire’s power switch is in the "On" position, 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Addressing Program Starting Address The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display (refer to “Menu Operation” on page 46). 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.
CHAPTER 3. Operation This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and for updating the internal software. • DMX Operation • DMX Mapping • Luminaire Timing • Updating Software 02 .9678 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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.
OPERATION : DMX OPERATION 3 Control Channel Functions Control channel functions allow special actions such as reset, lamp on/off and partial recalibration. These must be executed with zero time transition or with timing disabled. Discrete values must be used; not manual controls such as faders or encoders (see chart below for values). Reset - resets all luminaire mechanisms. Lamp On or Lamp Off - switches lamp on or off. Partial Recalibration - resets only the target mechanism (color, gobo, zoom, etc.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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.
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 DMX Mapping Dimmer Wheel The luminaire is equipped with a graduated glass dimmer wheel. The dimmer wheel allows for smooth timed fades from full light output to absolute black. 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: cyan, yellow, magenta and CTO (color temperature orange).
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Fixed Color Wheel The fixed color wheel offers fast or timed changes, partial and full frame positions, and various spin rates in either direction. The wheel contains seven positions, one being open.
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 Table 3-5: DMX Map for Fixed Color Wheel Position DMX Value Action 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 Table 3-6: DMX Map for Fixed Color Wheel Spin 02.9 678.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Beam Control Strobe A dual blade strobe and dousing system provide variable strobe effects capable of slow, medium, fast, random, and plus a synchronized variable rate (up to 14 Hz.) operation. The strobe blades can be used to augment fades or rapid dousing (blocking of the beam) of the luminaire.
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 Gobo/Effects Control Gobo Wheel 1 (Rotating) and 2 (Fixed) Gobo Wheel 1 has six positions, one being open. The gobo wheel assembly can spin and individual gobos can rotate. Gobo Wheel 2 is fixed with seven positions with one being open. Fixed means only the gobo wheel will spin.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Index/Rotation The rotating gobo wheel operates 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. • It is 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 (30).
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 The Gobo Index function utilizes 16-bit control which offers enhanced resolution whether in INDEX or ROTATE mode. Table 3-14: Index Rotation Range 02.9 678.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Shutter Control Shutter Mechanism The shutter mechanism is comprised of four frame blades that move independently or in unison on two planes for a crisp, sharp image (refer to Figure 3-3 below). The entire assembly operates in a smooth, time-continuous motion using stepper motors (two per frame blade and one to rotate the entire shutter mechanism). The shutter mechanism can rotate 50o in either direction and the frame blades can tilt +/30o. .
3 OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING Luminaire Timing Timing Channel Information Timing channel control improves the timed moves of 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: • Timing Control Channel: the luminaire uses its timing channel value to calculate a smooth continuous movement for a given time and transition.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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.
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Timing channels can be set in either % or 0 - 255 (DMX) modes, with the following values assigned: Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map % Value 1 2 = Seconds 0 Full Speed 1 0.2 2 0.4 3 0.6 4 0.8 5 1 6 1.2 7 1.4 3 8 1.6 9 1.8 4 10 2 5 6 11 2.2 12 2.4 13 2.6 14 2.8 15 3 16 3.2 17 3.4 7 18 3.6 19 3.8 8 20 4 21 4.2 22 4.4 23 4.6 24 4.8 9 10 11 12 13 02.9 678.00 19 0 DMX 25 5 26 5.2 27 5.4 28 5.6 29 5.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 = Seconds 39 7.8 40 8 41 8.2 42 8.4 43 8.6 44 8.8 45 9 46 9.2 47 9.4 48 9.6 49 9.8 50 10 51 10.2 52 10.4 53 10.
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value 32 33 = Seconds 81 22 82 22 83 23 84 23 85 23 86 24 34 87 24 88 25 35 89 25 90 25 91 26 92 26 93 27 94 27 95 27 96 28 38 97 28 98 29 39 99 29 100 29 36 37 40 101 30 102 30 103 30 104 31 41 105 31 106 32 42 107 32 108 32 109 33 110 33 111 34 112 34 113 34 114 35 45 115 35 116 36 46 117 36 118 36 43 44 47 48 02.9 678.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds 123 38 124 39 125 39 126 39 127 40 128 40 129 41 130 41 131 41 132 42 52 133 42 134 43 53 135 43 136 43 49 50 51 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 34 DMX 137 44 138 44 139 45 140 45 141 45 142 46 143 46 144 47 145 47 146 47 147 48 148 48 149 49 150 49 151 49 152 50 153 50 154 50 155 51 156 51 157 52 158 52 159
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value 65 66 = Seconds 165 55 166 55 167 56 168 56 169 56 170 57 67 171 57 172 58 68 173 58 174 58 175 59 176 59 177 59 69 70 71 72 73 178 60 179 60 180 65 181 65 182 65 183 70 184 70 185 75 186 75 187 75 188 80 74 189 80 190 85 75 191 85 192 85 193 90 194 90 195 95 196 95 76 77 197 95 198 100 78 199 100 200 110 79 201 110 80 81 02.9 678.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds 207 130 208 140 209 140 210 140 211 150 212 150 213 160 214 160 215 160 216 170 85 217 170 218 180 86 219 180 220 180 82 83 84 87 88 221 190 222 190 223 200 224 200 225 200 226 210 227 210 228 210 229 220 230 220 231 230 232 230 233 230 234 240 92 235 240 236 250 93 237 250 238 250 89 90 91 94 95 96 97 36 DMX 239 26
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Table 3-17: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value 98 99 100 02.9 678.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Updating Software 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 • PC running Windows 95/98, Windows NT (4.0 or higher), or Windows 2000. (Program is not compatible with Macintosh computers.) • Serial communication port.
OPERATION : UPDATING SOFTWARE 3 Reprogramming Procedure 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).
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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 reopened). Note: Version dates shown in this graphic are for illustration purposes only and may not correspond to the version you are downloading.
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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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.YY). 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).
CHAPTER 4. Menu System This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature. • Menu Operation • Menu Functions • Self-Tests 02 .9678 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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 ~ AC IN DATA IN DATA THRU 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.
MENU SYSTEM : MENU OPERATION 4 To enter the menu system, first press [Menu]. The functions displayed will be 1st level functions. Scroll through the 1st level functions by pressing [Up] / [Down] arrows. Once the desired function appears in the display, press [Enter]. You are now at the 2nd level. Once again, press the [Up] / [Down] arrows to scroll through 2nd level functions. Press [Enter] to access 3rd level functions and so forth.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Menu Functions Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system.
MENU SYSTEM : MENU FUNCTIONS 4 Menu System Function Chart The following is a detailed look at the internal menu system.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 4-1: VL3500 Menu System Chart 1st Level Manual Manual Commands 2nd Level 3rd Level Pan * XXXX Value Tilt * XXXX Value Dimmer XXX Value Strobe XXX Value Cyan XXX Value Yellow XXX Value Magenta XXX Value ColWheel Color Wheel XXX Value CTO Color Temperature Orange XXX Value RotGobo XXXX Value Index1 XXX Value FixGobo XXX Value RotShut XXX Value Frame 1A XXX Value Frame 1B XXX Value Frame 2A XXX Value Frame 2B XXX Val
MENU SYSTEM : MENU FUNCTIONS 4 Table 4-1: VL3500 Menu System Chart 1st Level Test 2nd Level 3rd Level All @1 Test All mechanisms at once, 2 steps RUN TEST Run-Test in Progress All SEQ Test all mechanisms in order, X steps.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Menu Function Definitions For easy reference, each possible menu item is listed alphabetically in the first column by its display abbreviation. The second column follows with a definition of the abbreviation and then a third column provides an explanation of its purpose and function. Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions Display 52 Definition Purpose 10 Min 10 Minutes Sets Menu Display to automatically shut off after 10 minutes of non-use.
MENU SYSTEM : MENU FUNCTIONS 4 Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Index1 Gobo Index Specifies rotating the gobo index for manual control (Manual) and testing (Test) (EOT sensor, etc.) Inv Pan Invert Pan Reverses pan action for special focus requirements. Inv Tilt Invert Tilt Reverses tilt action for special focus requirements.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Self-Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self-tests by using the Test menu functions. When running tests on multiple luminaires, a DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link. Refer to “Connecting Data and Power” on page 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.
MENU SYSTEM : SELF-TESTS 4 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 will 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.
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APPENDIX A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and routine maintenance which may be necessary during the life of the luminaire. • Troubleshooting • 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 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ 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. Press [Menu]. Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Fixture appears. Press [Enter]. Step 3.
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 Symptom Description Lamp Power Douse Lamp does not strike upon start-up Lamp Off option is configured n/a Lamp douses frequently Lamp Douse Fan failure... - check fans for proper connection and operation.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement 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 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A Align Lamp The design of the VL3500 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Gobo Replacement - Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 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. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2. Remove appropriate head cover by loosening four 1/4-turn screws: a. To access Wheel 1, remove bottom cover as shown in Figure A-3. b.
A TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Top Head Cover * 1/4-Turn Screw Gobo Wheel (see detail) CAUTION: Bottom Head Cover * Do not touch glass with bare fingers. Press on gobo carrier only. GOBO WHEEL 1 Gobo Assembly Gobo Wheel Front of luminaire Carrier * Head covers are attached by tethers.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Color Filter Replacement Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Filters may be HOT after operation. Allow to cool before replacing. To replace a 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.
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 02.9 678.
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APPENDIX B. Technical Specifications VL3500 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. Intensity Control Full field dimming designed for both smooth timed fades and quick dimming effects.
VARI❋LITE® - VL3500™ SERIES LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL _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 200-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz. The unit requires 7 to 12 A depending on the AC supply voltage.
Vari-Lite, 10911 Petal Street, Dallas, Texas 75238 / 1-877-VARILITE / 1-214-647-8038 (fax) / customerservice@genlyte.com Customer: _____________________________________________ Date: ___________________ VL3000 RMA Form VL3500 Series VL3500™ Series Luminaires Part Number Tilt Motor Assy 21.9678.0765 Pan Motor Assy 21.9678.0864 Gobo Wheel/Shutter Assy 21.9678.1200 Optics Assy 22.9678.0103 Color/Dimmer/Strobe Assy 22.9678.0402 1200W Arc Ballast w/ Rider Card 23.9678.1269 Ignitor Assy 24.9661.
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