User`s manual
Table Of Contents
- Vari-Lite VL3500(TM) Series Luminaires
- How To Obtain Warranty Service
- Compliance Notice
- Safety Notice
- Sicherheitshinweise
- Notes de sécurité
- Aviso sobre Seguridad
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Description
- Installation
- Operation
- Menu System
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Technical Specifications

INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL
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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.
This manual covers the following models:
Additional Documentation
A service manual for extended maintenance of the VL3500 series luminaires is available in both
printed and electronic (PDF) formats:
• VL3500 Series Luminaire Service Manual (02.9678.0018)
- 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):
• Digital Data Transmission Standard for Dimmers & Controllers plus AMX 192 Analog Multiplex
Data Transmission Standard for Dimmers & Controllers. (A copy of Recommended Practice for
DMX512 is included.)
USITT Inc.
6443 Ridings Road
Syracuse, NY 13206-1111 USA
Tel: (800) 938-7488
Fax: (866) 398-7488
www.usitt.org
Model Part Number Source
VL3500 Spot Luminaire 20.9678.0019 Arc
VL3500Q Spot Luminaire 20.9678.0020 Arc