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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® - VL2500™ SPOT 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® - VL2500™ SPOT 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® - VL2500™ SPOT 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® - VL2500™ SPOT 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® - VL2500™ SPOT 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® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL DMX Mapping CYM Crossfade Color Mixing and Dimmer.............................................................. Fixed Color and Gobo Control................................................................................... Beam Control ............................................................................................................. Luminaire Timing Luminaire Timing Channel Information ............................................................
INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL Introduction About This Manual This manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine maintenance for the VARI❋LITE® VL2500™ Spot Luminaire. Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your product. 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® - VL2500™ SPOT 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 .9676 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Features Overview The VL2500 spot luminaire contains the following standard features: 4 • CYM color mixing system. • Variable beam focus to soften the edges of gobos or spots and enable gobo morphing. • Full field dimmer to allow smooth timed fades and fast blackouts. • A mechanical iris which provides continuous beam size control for both rapid beam size changes and smooth timed beam angle changes.
DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS 1 Components Included Items The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire: Quick Start Sheet Lamp Notice Tag Warranty Card VL2500 Documentation CD ROM VL2500 Spot Luminaire Product Registration Card Mounting Brackets Figure 1-1: VL2500 Spot 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.) 02.9 676.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL VL2500 Spot The following illustration shows the major luminaire components and controls.
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 .9676 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Three amps to twelve amps will be required depending on the AC supply voltage and product model. Depending on the application, the luminaire’s AC input cable may require a different connector.
INSTALLATION : POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS 2 Current vs. Voltage The following table provides the luminaire’s current draw at specific voltages. Current is calculated with the lamp on and all motors sequencing. Table 2-1: Current vs. Voltage 02.9 676.00 19 A Voltage @ 60Hz Current 100.0 10.6 110.0 9.5 120.0 8.5 130.0 7.9 140.0 7.2 180.0 5.5 190.0 5.2 200.0 4.9 210.0 4.7 220.0 4.5 230.0 4.3 240.0 4.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Data Cables The 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.
INSTALLATION : POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS 2 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Termination Connector A 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 terminator is also necessary for software downloads and running tests on multiple luminaires.
INSTALLATION : INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 2 Installation Procedures Installing Lamp In the event the lamp was packed separately during shipment, it will be necessary to install in the luminaire before use. 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Hanging the Luminaire The VL2500 spot 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.
INSTALLATION : INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Step 2 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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.
INSTALLATION : INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 2 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. Be sure to leave enough space around the base (enclosure) of the luminaire to allow proper, uninterrupted airflow for cooling. 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Powering Up Power-Up 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 full pan and tilt movements. The internal color, gobo, and beam mechanisms will also move through a full range of motion.
INSTALLATION : POWERING UP 2 Align Lamp for Flat Field The design of the VL2500 spot luminaire optical system is based on a flat field. A flat field is one where there is no detectable hot spot. After a new lamp is installed, it will be necessary to align the lamp to optimize the beam for the flat field. Knobs located at the luminaire’s backcap will allow adjustment. WARNING: Backcap and adjustment knobs will be HOT during lamp operation. Wear gloves and/or use tools to prevent burns.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT 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 50). 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. • Color/Gobo Control • DMX Operation • DMX Mapping • Luminaire Timing • Updating Software 02 .9676 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Color/Gobo Control The VL2500 Spot Luminaire’s color system is composed of a CYM color mixing mechanism and a fixed color wheel. The following sections describe these components. CYM Crossfade Color Mixing and Dimmer The color mixing mechanism is made up of three graduated color disks: Cyan, Yellow, and Magenta (CYM). These disks provide full-spectrum color crossfades from pastel to saturated colors.
OPERATION : COLOR/GOBO CONTROL 3 Standard Colors and Gobos The following illustrations show the color and gobo standard configurations. Standard Colors - Wheel 1 (Color Wheel) Light Red Blue Yellow Light Blue 4 3 5 6 2 Open 7 1 8 12 11 UV Pink Orange 9 10 Amber Lavender Magenta Green Figure 3-3: Standard Colors - Fixed Color Wheel Table 3-1: Standard Color Fixed Color Wheel Part Numbers 02.9 676.00 19 A Position Color Filter Part Number 1 OPEN N/A 2 Light Red 41.6006.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Standard Gobos - Wheel 2 (Fixed Gobo Wheel) Pebbles Dust Breakup Medium Circle 4 3 Night Sky 5 6 2 Open 7 1 8 12 11 Alpha Rays Leaves 10 Liquid Breakup 9 Tribal Breakup Block Wave Breakup Vertical Bars Figure 3-4: Standard Gobos - Fixed Gobo Wheel Table 3-2: Standard Gobos (Fixed Gobo Wheel) Part Numbers Position 24 Color Filter Part Number 1 OPEN N/A 2 Pebbles 41.6006.7002 3 Dust Break-Up 41.6006.7025 4 Medium Circle 41.
OPERATION : COLOR/GOBO CONTROL 3 Standard Rotating Gobos 4 Facet Prism 1 Pinwheel open 6 2 5 3 Circle of Ovals 4 Spiral Stones Hypnospiral Figure 3-5: Standard Rotating Gobos Table 3-3: Rotating Gobo Part Numbers Position Gobo Style Part Number 1 OPEN N/A 2 4 Facet Prism 41.6016.8004 3 Circle of Ovals 41.6016.6011 4 Hypnospiral 41.6016.4316 5 Spiral Stones 41.6016.6990 6 Pinwheel 41.6016.4305 WARNING: Users of VARI❋LITE luminaires should not install or use metal gobos.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL DMX Operation VL2500 Spot 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.
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 DMX Mapping CYM Crossfade Color Mixing and Dimmer CYM Color Wheels Table 3-4: DMX Map For CYM Crossfade Color Mixing % Value DMX Value Action 0 0 Open (White) 100 255 Closed (Full Saturation) Dimmer Wheel Table 3-5: DMX Map For Dimmer % Value DMX Value Action 0 0 Closed 100 255 Open Fixed Color and Gobo Control Color/Gobo Wheels Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels % Value DMX (0-255) Color Wheel 0 0 Open Frame 1 Gobo Wheel 1 2 1 3 4 2 5 6 7 3 8
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels (Continued) % Value DMX (0-255) 6 15 Color Wheel Gobo Wheel Full Frame 2 Full Frame 2 16 17 7 18 19 8 20 21 22 9 23 10 25 24 26 27 11 Half Frame Half Frame 28 29 30 12 31 32 13 33 34 35 14 36 Full Frame 3 Full Frame 3 Half Frame Half Frame 37 15 38 39 40 16 41 17 43 42 44 45 18 46 19 48 47 49 50 20 51 52 53 21 54 Full Frame 4 55 22 28 Full Frame 4 56 05-January-2004 02
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels (Continued) % Value DMX (0-255) Color Wheel Gobo Wheel Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 5 Full Frame 5 Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 6 Full Frame 6 57 58 23 59 24 61 60 62 63 25 64 26 66 65 67 68 27 69 70 28 71 72 73 29 74 30 76 75 77 78 31 79 80 81 32 82 33 84 83 85 86 34 87 88 35 89 90 91 36 92 37 94 38 97 93 96 98 39 02.9 676.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels (Continued) % Value DMX (0-255) Color Wheel Gobo Wheel Full Frame 7 Full Frame 7 Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 8 Full Frame 8 Half Frame Half Frame 100 101 40 102 103 104 41 105 42 107 106 108 109 43 110 111 44 112 113 114 45 115 116 46 117 118 119 47 120 48 122 121 123 124 49 125 126 127 50 128 129 51 130 131 132 52 133 134 53 135 136 137 54 138 55 140 139 141 30 05-J
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels (Continued) % Value DMX (0-255) 56 143 57 145 Color Wheel Gobo Wheel Full Frame 9 Full Frame 9 142 144 146 147 58 148 149 59 150 151 152 60 153 Half Frame Half Frame 154 155 61 156 62 158 157 159 160 63 161 64 163 162 Full Frame 10 Full Frame 10 164 165 65 166 167 66 168 169 170 67 171 68 173 172 Half Frame Half Frame 174 175 69 176 177 178 70 179 71 181 180 Full Frame 11 Full Frame 11 182 183
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels (Continued) % Value DMX (0-255) 72 184 Color Wheel Gobo Wheel 185 73 186 187 188 74 189 75 191 190 Half Frame Half Frame 192 193 76 194 195 77 196 197 198 78 Full Frame 12 Full Frame 12 Half Frame Half Frame 199 200 79 201 202 203 80 204 205 206 81 207 82 209 208 210 211 83 212 213 84 214 215 85 216 Open Open 217 Spin F CW Spin F CCW Spin M CW Spin M CCW 218 86 219 220 22
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 Table 3-6: DMX Map For Color/Gobo Wheels (Continued) % Value DMX (0-255) Color Wheel Gobo Wheel 89 227 235 Spin S CW Spin S CCW 236 Stop Stop 237 Spin S CCW Spin S CW 226 228 229 90 230 231 91 232 233 234 92 93 238 239 94 240 95 242 241 243 244 96 245 97 247 246 Spin M CCW 248 249 98 250 251 99 252 253 254 100 02.9 676.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Rotating Gobo 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: • 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 (21).
OPERATION : DMX MAPPING 3 Beam Control Beam Iris Table 3-9: DMX Map For Beam Iris % Value DMX Value Action 0 0 Closed 100 255 Open Edge Table 3-10: DMX Map For Edge % Value DMX Value Action 0 0 Blooms In (far focus) 100 255 Blooms Out (near focus) Strobe Table 3-11: DMX Map For Strobe % Value DMX Value Action 0 0-2 Open 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 Zoom Table 3-12: DMX Map For Zoom 02.9 676.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Luminaire Timing Luminaire Timing Channel Information Timing channel control improves the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. Four timing channels are provided, one for Focus (Pan and Tilt), one for color parameters, one for beam parameters and one for gobo paramters (Fixed and Rotating). Timing channels support time values of up to six minutes.
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Table 3-14: 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 02.9 676.00 19 A DMX 25 5 26 5.2 27 5.4 28 5.6 29 5.8 30 6 31 6.2 32 6.4 33 6.6 34 6.8 35 7.0 14 36 7.2 37 7.4 15 38 7.6 39 7.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-14: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value DMX 40 8 16 41 8.2 42 8.4 17 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 3-14: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value DMX = Seconds 32 82 22 83 23 84 23 85 23 86 24 34 87 24 88 25 35 89 25 90 25 33 36 37 26 92 26 93 27 94 27 95 27 96 28 97 28 98 29 99 29 100 29 101 30 102 30 103 30 104 31 41 105 31 106 32 42 107 32 108 32 38 39 40 43 44 45 46 47 48 02.9 676.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-14: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value DMX 124 39 49 125 39 126 39 50 51 52 53 54 55 127 40 128 40 129 41 130 41 131 41 132 42 133 42 134 43 135 43 136 43 137 44 138 44 139 45 140 45 141 45 142 46 56 143 46 144 47 57 145 47 146 47 147 48 148 48 149 49 150 49 151 49 152 50 153 50 154 50 155 51 156 51 58 59 60 61 62 40 = Seconds 157 52 158 52 159 52 160 53 63 1
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Table 3-14: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value DMX = Seconds 65 166 55 167 56 168 56 169 56 170 57 67 171 57 172 58 68 173 58 174 58 66 69 59 176 59 177 59 178 60 70 179 60 180 65 71 181 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 72 73 76 77 78 79 80 81 02.9 676.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 3-14: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value DMX 208 140 82 209 140 210 140 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 42 = Seconds 211 150 212 150 213 160 214 160 215 160 216 170 217 170 218 180 219 180 220 180 221 190 222 190 223 200 224 200 225 200 226 210 227 210 228 210 229 220 230 220 231 230 232 230 233 230 234 240 235 240 236 250 237 250 238 250 239 260 240 260 241 270
OPERATION : LUMINAIRE TIMING 3 Table 3-14: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value DMX = Seconds 98 250 300 251 310 252 310 253 310 254 310 255 Follows Cue Data 99 100 Control Channel Functions The following control actions must be accomplished with zero time transition or with timing disabled. Discrete values must be used and not manual controls such as faders or encoders.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT 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 17. (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® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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 to connected luminaire(s) Click to download specific software version to connected luminaire(s) Lists the specific versions of software that have been downloaded Select PC serial port where cable is connected.
OPERATION : UPDATING SOFTWARE 3 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 date will be displayed as MM/DD/YY (month/day/year): For example, 07/21/02 = July 21, 2002 Press [Enter] to display second half of version date. The second half of the version date will be displayed as XX.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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.
CHAPTER 4. Menu System This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature. • Menu Operation • Self Tests 02 .9676 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT 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 MENUENTER Figure 4-1: Menu Display Location The menu system has seven main functions which are referred to as “1st level.
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® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system.
MENU SYSTEM : MENU OPERATION 4 Menu System Functions Table 4-1: Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level Address DMX Address XXX Address value SetUp Select Luminaire Type Model Config System Configuration Lamp Lamp Options 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Spot Wash Power Lamp Power ON (default) OFF Power Up Lamp Power-up State Lamp ON Lamp On (default) Lamp OFF Lamp Off Cal ON On after Calibration Pan/Tilt Pan and Tilt Options Display Display Illumination Lamp Hour Lamp Hours Used XXXX Cumulati
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 4-1: Menu System Chart (Continued) 1st Level Fixture Manual Manual Commands Test System Test 54 2nd Level 3rd Level StatusStatus/Error Display Scrolls error messages * or displays OK Re-Cal Recalibrate OK? LumId Luminaire ID XXXX.
MENU SYSTEM : MENU OPERATION 4 Table 4-1: Menu System Chart (Continued) 1st Level Test (cont.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Function Definitions Each menu item is listed in the first column by its display abbreviation. The abbreviations appear in alphabetical order as opposed to their position in the menu display sequence for easy reference. Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions 56 Display Definition Purpose 10Min 10 Minutes Sets Menu Display to automatically shut off after 10 minutes of non-use.
MENU SYSTEM : MENU OPERATION 4 Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Gobo Gobo Select GobIndx Gobo Indexes Index Gobo Index InvPan Invert Pan Reverses pan action for special focus requirements. InvTilt Invert Tilt Reverses tilt action for special focus requirements. Lamp Lamp Options Lamp OFF Lamp Off Configures arc luminaire to strike lamp on manual command. Lamp ON Lamp On Configures arc luminaire to strike lamp at power up.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) 58 Display Definition Purpose Status Status/Error Display Strobe Strobe Specifies strobe function for manual control (Manual) or for testing (Test). Swap Swap Swaps pan and tilt functions for special focus requirements such as moving mirror mechanisms. Test System Tests Tilt Tilt Version Software Version Displays current software version by date (XX/XX/XX).
MENU SYSTEM : SELF TESTS 4 Self Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the TEST menu functions. For complete details and values for each test refer to “Diagnostic Tests” on page 61. Note: After 10 seconds of inactivity, the menu display will change to the default state showing the address. When running tests on multiple luminaires, a DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL 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: 60 Step 1. Press [Menu]. Step 2.
MENU SYSTEM : SELF TESTS 4 Diagnostic Tests The following diagnostic tests are available in the test menu. Test Descriptions All Seq................. Tests all functions in sequential order. Pan/Tilt ................ Tests different pan and tilt movements. Pan...................... Tests different pan movements. Tilt ....................... Tests different tilt movements. Dimmer................ Tests different dimmer moves/operation. Strobe.................. Tests different strobe moves/operation. Cyan..
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Notes 62 05-January-2004 02. 9676.
APPENDIX A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and performing 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 open removable cover while lamp is in operation. 02 .9676 .
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT 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), one at a time 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. Refer to next page for a list of possible causes and remedies associated with the error messages.
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. 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.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Tools: Screwdriver, slotted Cotton gloves To replace lamp: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: Lamps will be extremely HOT after operation. Allow lamp to cool before replacing. Step 2. At backcap, using slotted screwdriver (or fingers) turn captive knob until loose. Step 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A CAUTION: Wear cotton gloves or other covering while servicing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life. If required, use alcohol and cotton cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of lamp. Step 4. Remove lamp by pulling straight out of socket. Step 5. Install new lamp by pressing into socket. Ensure lamp is fully seated in socket and parallel to guide rods.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Color Filter Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Tools: Screwdriver, Phillips #2 Cotton gloves To remove and replace a color filter: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2. At removable cover, using #2 Phillips screwdriver, turn two captive screws and remove cover. (It will remain attached by tether.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A Note: In some cases it is easier to slide bulkhead partially out of head assembly to access color filters. To do this, use #2 Phillips screwdriver to turn captive screw one-quarter turn and slide bulkhead upward. Disconnect motor connections as necessary. Step 3. Remove CYM Color / Dimmer Assembly. Step 4. Rotate wheel until required color filter is accessible at finger access cutout.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Fixed Gobo Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: Users of VARI❋LITE luminaires should not install or use metal gobos. The use of metal gobos in any VARI❋LITE product may damage the luminaire and could void the luminaire’s warranty. Tools: Screwdriver, Phillips #2 Cotton gloves To remove and replace a fixed wheel gobo: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A 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. Note: In some cases it is easier to slide bulkhead partially out of head assembly to access gobos. To do this, use #2 Phillips screwdriver to turn captive screw one-quarter turn and slide bulkhead upward. Disconnect motor connections as necessary. Step 3. Remove CYM Color / Dimmer Assembly. Step 4.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Rotating Gobo Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: Users of VARI❋LITE luminaires should not install or use metal gobos. The use of metal gobos in any VARI❋LITE product may damage the luminaire and could void the luminaire’s warranty. Tools: Screwdriver, Phillips #2 Hook and Pick tool (or small slotted screwdriver) Cotton gloves To remove and replace a rotating gobo: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A Step 3. At rotating gobo wheel, rotate until required gobo/filter is accessible. Step 4. FOR GAGS OR GOBOS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE A CARRIER - Locate end of coiled spring which is fitted under carrier tab. Using hook and pick tool or small slotted screwdriver, push end of spring from under tab until it is free. Once free, remove entire coiled spring. Step 5. FOR GOBOS THAT ARE FITTED INTO THEIR OWN CARRIER - Remove gobo by pressing on side opposite of "O" Ring.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Cleaning Optical Lenses and Filters WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. The front lens, color filters, and gobos may require cleaning after extended use. Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol (follow manufacturer’s direction on handling and use of these products) can be used along with a soft, lint-free cloth to clean these components. CAUTION: Do not continuously rub filters or it may damage or remove the optical coating.
APPENDIX B. Technical Specifications Mechanical Color Mixing System A three-filter CYM cross-fading mechanism. A fixed color wheel with 11 interchangeable color filters and one open space capable of continuous rotation for additional effects. Gobo Wheels One, Six-position rotating gobo wheel with five rotatable, indexable gobo positions and one open position. One, 12-position wheel providing 11 easily loaded positions (and 1 open) for userselectable gobo choices.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ SPOT LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL Optical Source 700 Watt Short-Arc Lamp, 5600°K, 80CRI Reflector Precision glass reflector with dichroic cold mirror coating. Flat field design. Operational Power Requirements The VL2500 Spot is powered through standard AC power distribution and requires 3 to 12 Amps depending on the AC supply voltage. The VL2500 Spot operates from 100-240 [+/- 10%] VAC, 50/60 Hz Operational Temperature -20° to 120°F (50°C) at voltages above 100 VAC.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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.
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