Philips VARILITE VL1100 LED Luminaire Quick Start Manual

VARI❋LITE - VL1100 LED LUMINAIRE QUICKSTART GUIDE

Introduction

About This Guide

This Quickstart Guide is intended for a knowledgeable user to unpack, install, and use the VL1100 LED™ Luminaire in a short time period.
For the complete manual in PDF format, please visit our web site at www.philips.com/entertainmentlighting and click the user manual
download link on the product downloads page. The complete manual provides you all information related to accessories, menu structures,
DMX channel mapping/modes, and care for your new luminaire.

Read this manual in its entirety before operating luminaire. Keep this guide for future reference.

WARNING: It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or

AVERTISSEMENT: Il est important de lire toutes les instructions de sécurité et d'installation d'accompagnement pour éviter d'endommager le produit

others.
et les risques de blessures à vous-même ou les autres.

Notes:

• For complete product description, features, and specifications, refer to product datasheet on the Vari-Lite web site
at www.philips.com/entertainmentlighting.

• For power requirements, refer to “Current vs. Voltage” on page 6.

• VL1100 LED Luminaires accept glass gobos only. Use of metal gobos will void the luminaire’s warranty.

Additional Documentation

For more information on installing DMX512 control systems, the following publication is available for purchase from the United States
Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), “Recommended Practice for DMX512: A Guide for Users and Installers, 2nd edition” (ISBN:

9780955703522). USITT Contact Information:

USITT

315 South Crouse Avenue, Suite 200

Syracuse, New York 13210-1844 USA

Phone: [phone] or [phone]

Fax: [phone] or [phone]

Web Site: www.usitt.org

Customer Service

Our Goal

At Philips Entertainment Lighting, we are committed to providing you the highest quality in customer service. Our comprehensive resources
are available to help your business succeed and ensure you get the full benefit of being a Philips Entertainment Lighting customer. Whether
your needs are telephone troubleshooting assistance, product training or technical service, our full-time staff of experienced professionals are
on-hand to provide support.

How to Reach Us

For assistance in your area, call the dealer from which your product was purchased.

or Contact an Authorized Service Center
or Contact the Philips Entertainment Lighting Customer Service Department, 7am - 6pm CST Monday through Friday, at the following:

phone:1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548) or [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

Note: Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty. Refer to the Philips Entertainment Lighting Limited Warranty
card included in the product shipping package for more information. For all service and maintenance issues, please contact your local
Authorized VARI❋LITE Dealer or Service Center.

Additional Resources

For additional resources and documentation on this product, please visit our website at www.philips.com/entertainmentlighting and follow
the Support link.

Document Number: 02.1602.0001

Version as of: 24 April 2017

VL1100 LED™ Luminaire QuickStart Guide

©2017 Philips Entertainment Lighting. All rights reserved.

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Compliance and Safety Notices

Compliance

Safety Standards

We, Philips Entertainment Lighting, 10911 Petal Street, Dallas, Texas 75238 declare under our responsibility for the products contained
herein are in conformity with the essential requirements of the following European Directives and Safety standards for United States and

Canada.

EN 60589-2-17:1989+A2:1991 used in conjunction with 60598-1:2008/A11:2009
UL 1573 Issue: 2003/05/29 Ed: 4 Rev: 2016/12/22

CSA C22.2#166:2015 Ed.2

EMC Standards

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with Vari­Lite system, service, and safety guidelines, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

FCC 47CFR 15:2016
CENELEC EN 55015:2006/12/01
CES-005:2007/02/01

VARI❋LITE - VL1100 LED LUMINAIRE QUICKSTART GUIDE

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.

GENERAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
UV RADIATION, AND INJURY TO PERSONS CAN BE FOUND BELOW.

WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE

1. VARI❋LITE luminaires have been designed for use with specific lamp types. The VL1100 LED Luminaire requires a certain type of
lamp (see “Replacement Items/Accessories” on page 8 for all lamp types). Installing another type or unapproved lamp may be
hazardous.

2. Luminaires may be mounted on any type of surface as long as mounting instructions are followed. See instructions detailed in this
manual.

3. Note distance requirement from combustible materials or illuminated objects for VARI❋LITE luminaires.

WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK

1. VARI❋LITE luminaires are designed for dry locations only. Exposure to rain or moisture may damage luminaire.

2. Disconnect power before servicing any VARI❋LITE equipment.

3. Servicing to be performed by qualified personnel only.

WARNING: Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product.

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WARNING:
RF INTERFERENCE

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to
take adequate measures.

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.
Les symboles de sécurité utilisés dans ce guide sont les suivants :

ATTENTION Ce symbole annonce que l’appareil risque d’être endommagé.

AVERTISSEMENT Ce symbole annonce qu’il y a risque d’accident grave ou même fatal.

CETTE SECTION CONTIENT DES INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES DÉCHARGES
ÉLECTRIQUES , LES INCENDIES, L’EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV ET TOUT AUTRE ACCIDENT POUVANT
ENTRAÎNER DES BLESSURES.

AVERTISSEMENT:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES INCENDIES

1. Les luminaires VARI❋LITE ont été conçus pour être utilisés uniquement avec certaines type de lampes. Vérifier le type de lampe avant
de remplacer les lampes. L’installation d’un autre type de lampe peut poser un danger.

2. Les luminaires peuvent être fixés sur tout type de surface tant que les directives de montage sont respectées. Voir les explications
détaillées dans ce guide.

3. Vérifier la distance à respecter entre les matériaux combustibles ou les objets illuminés et les luminaires VARI❋LITE.

AVERTISSEMENT:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES DÉCHARGES ÉLECTRIQUES

1. Les luminaires VARI❋LITE sont conçus pour une utilisation au sec uniquement. Une exposition à la pluie et à l’humidité risque
d’endommager le luminaire.

2. Débrancher l’appareil avant de procéder à la révision de tout matériel VARI❋LITE.

3. Les révisions doivent être effectuées uniquement par des personnes qualifiées.

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. Tous blindages, lentilles ou écrans ultraviolet visiblement
endommagés au point que leur efficacité en est affectée doivent être remplacés, par exemple s’il y a des fissures ou de profondes
rayures.

AVERTISSEMENT:
INTERFÉRENCE RF

Cet appareil est de Classe B. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut causer des interférences radio, et si c’est le cas,
l’utilisateur peut avoir à prendre des mesures adéquates.

Other / Autre

Temperature / Température

Exterior surface temperature 25°C ambient / Température de surface extérieure 25°C ambiante

• 5 Minute / 5 Minutes: 37°C

• Steady State / Régime permanent: 45°C

Light Source Replacement / Remplacement de sources lumineuses

• The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer, service agent, or similar qualified person.

• La source lumineuse contenue dans ce luminaire ne doit être remplacée que par le fabricant, l’agent de service ou une personne
qualifiée similaire.

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About The VL1100 LED Luminaire

Included Items

The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire:

Included Items

Warranty Card

Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1

AC Input Connector

QuickStart Guide

(this document)

Figure 1: VL1100 LED Luminaire Included Items

Product Support

Sheet

Product

Registration

Replacement Items/Accessories

The following optional and/or replacement items can be ordered directly from your Authorized VARI❋LITE Dealer. When ordering, please
order by the Vari-Lite part number.

Vari-Lite Part No. Accessory

PCT1BE

PC1GTL208

PCT1GP

PCT1SB

PEGASUS USB Upload Cable

22.9620.0194 Safety Cable Assembly

25.9661.0057 DMX Termination Connector Assembly

55.6840.0001 Truss Hook, Mega-Clamp, Round and Square

55.6841.0001 Truss Hook, Mega-Claw for 2” Round Tube

AC Input Cable,

AC Input Cable,

AC Input Cable,

AC Input Cable,

Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1 with Bare End (no connector), 1 Meter

Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1 with Twist Lock (Male), 250V, 1 Meter

Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1 with Stage Pin (Male), 1 Meter

Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1 with Edison Male, 1 Meter

Note: Please Check with Philips Entertainment Lighting or Authorized Vari*Lite Dealer for availability on accessories.

VL1100 LED Luminaire Part Number Variants

Part No. Model Model Description

20.1602.0001.01 VL1100 LED S VL1100 LED Low Color Temperature with Shutter

20.1602.0001.11 VL1100 LED I VL1100 LED Low Color Temperature with Iris

20.1602.0001.02 VL1100 LEDHP S VL1100 LED High Power with Shutter

20.1602.0001.12 VL1100 LEDHP I VL1100 LED High Power with Iris

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