Philips Vari-lite VL3500 Wash, VARI LITE VL3500 Wash FX Luminaires User Manual

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Version as of: 01 June 2009
Part number: 02.9686.0001 B

VL3500™ Wash & VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires User’s Manual

©2003 - 2009, Vari-Lite, a Philips group company. All Rights Reserved.

How To Obtain Warranty Service

A copy of the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this
VA R I ❋LITE® product.

To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548),
[phone], or [e-mail] and request a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) for warranty service. You will need to provide the model and serial number of
the item being returned, a description of the problem or failure and the name of the registered user or
organization. If available, you should have your sales invoice to establish the date of sale as the
beginning of the warranty period.

Once you obtain the RMA, pack the unit in a secure shipping container or in its original packing box.
Go to the Vari-Lite web site www.vari-lite.com, click on the Support link, and download the RMA
form. Put the completed RMA form in shipping container along with a copy of your invoice (if
available). Write the RMA number legibly on or near the shipping address label and return the unit,
freight prepaid to:

Va ri -Li te
Attention: Warranty Service (RMA#___________)
10911 Petal Street
Dallas, Texas 75238 USA

FOREWORD

As stated in the warranty, it is required that the shipment be insured and FOB our service center.

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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. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with Vari-Lite system, service, and safety guidelines, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.

Declaration of Conformity

We declare, under our sole responsibility, that this product complies with the relevant clauses of the
following standards and harmonized documents:

Safety

EN 60598-1:2000 Luminaire Safety Standard, General Requirements
EN 60598-2-17:1989/A2: 1991 Specification for Luminaires for Stage and Studio Lighting

EMC

EN 61000-6-4:2001 Emission Standard for industrial environments
EN 61000-6-2:2001 Immunity for industrial environments

We certify that the product conforms to the protection requirements of council directives: 73/23/EEC
(LVD) and 89/336/EEC (EMC)

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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:

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. The VARI❋LITE® VL3500™ Wash and VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires have been designed
for use with specific lamp types. The following lamps are approved for use: Osram SharXS

®

HTI
SA/DE Lamp, or GE CSR 1500/S/DE/60 96800 Lamp. Installing any other lamp types can be
hazardous. Dispose of used lamps properly.

FOREWORD

CAUTION advising of potential damage to product.

WARNING advising of potential injury or death to persons.

®

1500 W/D7/60 metal halide lamp (included with luminaires), Philips / MSR 1510 Gold™

Note: Users can check the latest version of Vari-Lite Technical Notice TN-248, on the Vari-Lite web
site, for all approved lamps. Installing another type of lamp, other than as specified herein, 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.

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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.

WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST INJURY TO PERSONS

1. Exterior surfaces of the luminaire will be hot during operation. Use appropriate safety equipment
(gloves, eye protection, etc.) when handling and adjusting hot equipment and components.

2. Luminaires will have a hot lamp when operating. Disconnect power and allow lamp to cool before
replacing.

3. Arc lamps emit ultraviolet radiation which can cause serious skin burn and eye inflammation.
Additionally, arc lamps operate under high pressure at very high temperatures. Should the lamp
break, there can exist a danger of personal injury and/or fire from broken lamp particles being
discharged.

4. Wear eye protection when relamping.

5. Appropriate safety equipment (gloves, eye protection) should be used when handling damaged
lamps.

6. If lamp is touched with bare hands, clean lamp with denatured alcohol and wipe with lint-free
cloth before installing or powering up the luminaire.

7. The lamp shall be changed if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.

WARNING:
RF INTERFERENCE

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

ARC LAMP CHARACTERISTIC CONSIDERATIONS

1. Arc lamps require a period of time to relight after a power interruption or a severe voltage dip. In
some cases, lamp will automatically relight after it has cooled depending on Lamp Power-Up State
configuration setting.

2. Burning position is Universal.

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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.

WARNUNG - weist auf mögliche Körperverletzung und Lebensbedrohung hin.

NACHSTEHEND FINDEN SIE ALLGEMEINE HINWEISE ÜBER
SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN GEGEN ELEKTROSCHOCK, FEUER, ÜBERHÖHTE UV­STRAHLUNG UND KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN.

WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM FEUERSCHUTZ

1. VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer sind ausschließlich für den Einsatz mit bestimmten Lampentyps.
Achten Sie auf den Lampentyp (Osram SharXS

Sie die jeweiligen Lampen ersetzen. Die Installation eines anderen Lampentyps kann gefährlich
sein.

2. Scheinwerfer können auf jeder beliebigen Oberfläche montiert werden, solange Sie die
Montageanweisungen befolgen. Detaillierte Hinweise finden Sie in diesem Handbuch.

3. Beachten Sie die Einhaltung des erforderlichen Sicherheitsabstandes der VARI❋LITE®-
Scheinwerfer von brennbarem Material oder beleuchteten Objekten.

FOREWORD

®

HTI® 1500 W/D7/60 metal halide lamp), bevor

WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ELEKTROSCHOCK

1. VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer eignen sich ausschließlich für trockene Standorte. Regen oder
Feuchtigkeit können die Scheinwerfer beschädigen.

2. Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an VARI❋LITE®-Geräten beginnen.

3. Die Geräte sollten nur von qualifiziertem Personal gewartet werden.

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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.

WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN

1. Bei Betrieb sind die Außenflächen der Scheinwerfer heiß. Verwenden Sie bei der Bedienung von
aufgeheizter Apparatur die jeweils geeignete Sicherheitsausrüstung (Handschuhe, Augenschutz
etc.).

2. Bei Betrieb der Scheinwerfer ist die Lampe heiß. Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr und lassen Sie
die Lampe abkühlen, wenn Sie diese austauschen.

3. Bogenlampen senden ultraviolette Strahlen aus, die Hautverbrennungen und Augenentzündungen
verursachen können. Der Betrieb von Bogenlampen erfolgt unter Hochdruck und bei hohen
Temperaturen. Sollte die Lampe zerbrechen, besteht die Gefahr von Körperverletzung bzw. von
Feuer, das von Lampenteilen ausgelöst werden kann.

4. Tragen Sie beim Austausch der Lampen einen Augenschutz.

5. Die geeignete Sicherheitsausrüstung (Handschuhe, Augenschutz) sollte beim Umgang mit
beschädigten Lampen verwendet werden.

6. Wenn die Lampe mit bloßen Händen berührt wird, reinigen Sie sie mit denaturiertem Alkohol und
einem flusenfreien Tuch, bevor Sie die Scheinwerfer installieren oder in Betrieb nehmen.

7. Wenn die Lampe beschädigt oder durch Hitzeeinwirkung deformiert ist, muß diese ausgetauscht
werden.

WARNUNG:
HF-INTERFERENZ

1. Es handelt sich um ein Produkt der Klasse A. In einer Wohnumgebung kann das Produkt Hochfre­quenzstörungen verursachen. In diesem Fall müssen eventuell geeignete Maßnahmen getroffen
werden.

BESONDERHEITEN VON BOGENLAMPEN

1. Bogenlampen benötigen eine gewisse Zeitdauer, um nach einem Stromausfall oder einem
Spannungsgefälle wieder aufzuleuchten. In einigen Fällen wird die Lampe nach Abkühlung
automatisch wieder aufleuchten, je nach der Systemkonfigurationseinstellung des Lampenein­schaltungsstatus.

2. Die Brennposition ist Universal.

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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 :

ATT ENTION 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.

FOREWORD

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 (Osram SharXS

®

HTI® 1500 W/D7/60 metal halide lamp)

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.

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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:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES ACCIDENTS POUVANT ENTRAÎNER
DES BLESSURES

1. Les surfaces externes du luminaire deviennent brûlantes quand l’appareil est en marche. Pour
manœuvrer ou ajuster des appareils brûlants et leurs composants, se protéger suffisamment (gants,
protection pour les yeux, etc.).

2. La lampe du luminaire est brûlante lorqu’il est en marche. Débrancher le courant et attendre que la
lampe ait refroidi avant de la remplacer.

3. Les lampes à arc émettent des rayons ultraviolets pouvant causer de graves brûlures sur la peau et
une inflammation des yeux. De plus, les lampes à arc fonctionnent sous haute tension à de très
hautes températures. Si la lampe se casse, les particules de la lampe cassée peuvent causer
blessures et/ou incendie en s’éparpillant.

4. Se protéger les yeux pour remplacer la lampe.

5. Utiliser des appareils de protection appropriés (gants, protection des yeux) pour manier des lampes
endommagées.

6. Si la lampe a été touchée avec des mains nues, la nettoyer avec de l’alcool dénaturé et l’essuyer
avec un chiffon non-pelucheux avant d’installer ou de brancher le luminaire.

7. Si la lampe a été endommagée ou a reçu une déformation thermique, elle doit être remplacée.

AVERTISSEMENT:
INTERFÉRENCE RF

1. Cet appareil est de Classe A. 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.

CONSIDÉRATIONS DES CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LAMPES À ARC

1. Après une interruption de courant ou une baisse importante de voltage, les lampes à arc mettent du
temps avant de se rallumer. Dans certains cas, la lampe se rallumera automatiquemet après s’être
refroidie. Cela dépend de la manière dont le système est réglé pour le statut de mise en marche de
la lampe.

2. La position Brûler est Universelle.

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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.

LA INFORMACIÓN GENERAL RELACIONADA A LA PROTECCIÓN CONTRAGOLPES DE
CORRIENTE ELÉCTRICA, INCENDIO, EXPOSICIÓN EXCESIVA A RADIACIÓN ULTRA
VIOLETA Y LESIONES A LAS PERSONAS SE PUEDE ENCONTRAR SEGUIDAMENTE:

ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA INCENDIO

1. Las luminarias VARI❋LITE® han sido diseñadas para ser usadas solamente con algunas
lámparas. Tome nota del tipo de lámpara (Osram SharXS

lamp) antes de reemplazarla. Instalación de otro tipo de lámpara puede ser peligroso.

2. Las luminarias se pueden instalar en cualquier tipo de superficie siempre que se sigan las
instrucciones de instalación. Vea las instrucciones detalladas en este manual.

3. Tome nota de los requerimientos de distancia de materiales combustibles u objetos iluminados
para las luminarias VARI❋LITE®.

FOREWORD

®

HTI® 1500 W/D7/60 metal halide

ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO

1. Las luminarias VARI❋LITE® están diseñadas solamente para lugares secos. La exposición a la
lluvia o humedad pueden dañar la luminaria.

2. Desconecte la energía antes de dar servicio a cualquier equipo de VARI❋LITE®.

3. El servicio debe ser realizado solamente por personal calificado.

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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. Por ejemplo, si tuvieran rajaduras o raspaduras profundas.

ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTRA LESIONES DE PERSONAS

1. Las superficies exteriores de las luminarias están calientes durante su operación. Use un equipo de
seguridad apropiado (guantes, protección para los ojos, etc.) cuando haga ajustes en el equipo y
componentes que están calientes.

2. Cuando las luminarias están en operación la lámpara estará muy caliente. Desconecte la energía y
deje que la lámpara se enfríe antes de reemplazarla.

3. Las lámparas de arco emiten radiaciones ultravioletas que pueden ocasionar serias quemaduras a la
piel e inflamación a los ojos. Además, las lámparas de arco operan a alta presión y muy alta
temperatura. Si la lámpara se rompe, puede existir el peligro de lesiones al personal o un incendio
ocasionado por las partículas de la lámpara rota que se caen.

4. Use protección para los ojos cuando vuelve a colocar una lámpara nueva.

5. Use un equipo de seguridad apropiado (guantes, protección para los ojos, etc.) cuando trabaje con
lámparas dañadas.

6. Si toca la lámpara con las manos, limpie la lámpara con alcohol desnaturalizado y con tela sin
pelusas antes de instalar o volver a conectar la luminaria.

7. Cambie la lámpara si está dañada o deformada termicamente.

ADVERTENCIA:
INTERFERENCIA RF

1. Este es un producto de Clase A. En el ambiente de la casa este producto puede ocasionar
radiointerferencia, en cuyo caso, el usuario debe tomar las medidas adecuadas.

CONSIDERACIONES SOBRE LAS CARACTERÍSTICAS DE LA LÁMPARA DE ARCO

1. Las lámparas de arco requieren un período de tiempo para volver a iluminarse después de una
interrupción de energía o de una severa caída de voltaje. En algunos casos, la lámpara se volverá a
iluminar en forma automática después que se ha enfriado dependiendo de la configuración del
sistema de energía de la lámpara.

2. La posición de encendido es universal.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

About This Manual ................................................................................................................... 1

Additional Documentation........................................................................................................ 1

Text Conventions ...................................................................................................................... 2

Customer Service ...................................................................................................................... 2

Chapter 1. Description

Features

Features List.............................................................................................................................. 4

Components

Included Items: VL3500 Wash Luminaire................................................................................ 5

Included Items: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire.......................................................................... 6

Replacement Items/Accessories................................................................................................ 7

Luminaire Overview ................................................................................................................. 8

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 2. Installation

Power and Data Cabling Requirements

Power ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Data Cables ............................................................................................................................. 11

Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers...................................................................... 12

Male Termination Connector ............................................................................................ 12

Warnings and Cautions

Exceptional Safety Information for the VL3500 Wash........................................................... 13

Installation Procedures

Hanging the Luminaire ........................................................................................................... 14

Floor Mounting the Luminaire................................................................................................ 18

Connecting Data and Power.................................................................................................... 18

Powering Up

Power Up and Configuration Procedure ................................................................................. 19

Addressing

Program Starting Address ....................................................................................................... 20

Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire..................................................... 20

Powering Down and Packing Up

Pack-Up Cues for Shipping: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire...................................................... 21

Pack-Up Cues for Shipping: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire................................................ 22

Packing for Transportation and Shipment............................................................................... 23

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Chapter 3. Operation

DMX Operation

Channel Mapping: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire..................................................................... 26

Channel Mapping: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire............................................................... 28

Control Channel Functions ..................................................................................................... 31

DMX Mapping

Color Control .......................................................................................................................... 33

Color Mixing ..................................................................................................................... 33

Fixed Color Wheel 1 ......................................................................................................... 33

Fixed Color Wheel 2 ......................................................................................................... 34

Beam Control.......................................................................................................................... 35

Strobe................................................................................................................................. 35

Aperture............................................................................................................................. 35

FX Pattern Wheel (VL3500 Wash FX Only).......................................................................... 36

Index/Rotation ................................................................................................................... 37

Luminaire Timing

Timing Channel Information................................................................................................... 38

Updating Software

USB Download ....................................................................................................................... 46

Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire ............................................................ 47

Chapter 4. Menu System

Menu Operation

What Is the Menu System? ..................................................................................................... 50

Controls Operation.................................................................................................................. 50

Default State...................................................................................................................... 51

Shortcuts............................................................................................................................ 51

Menu Functions

Menu System Overview.......................................................................................................... 52

Menu System Function Chart ................................................................................................. 53

Menu Function Definitions..................................................................................................... 56

Self-Tests

Running Parameter Tests ........................................................................................................ 59

Appendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Error Messages........................................................................................................................ 62

Routine Maintenance

Lamp Replacement ................................................................................................................. 63

Align Lamp ............................................................................................................................. 64

Internal Lens Replacement...................................................................................................... 65

Front Lens Assembly Removal............................................................................................... 67

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Color Filter Replacement........................................................................................................ 69

FX Pattern Replacement (VL3500 Wash FX Only) ............................................................... 71

Cleaning Front Lens................................................................................................................ 74

Appendix B. Technical Specifications

Specifications

VL3500 Wash and VL3500 Wash FX Luminaires ................................................................. 76

Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash Luminaire.......................................................................... 78

Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire.................................................................... 79

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Notes

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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™ Wash Luminaire and the VL3500™ Wash FX
Luminaire. 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:

INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Model Part Number Source

VL3500™ Wash Luminaire 20.9686.0001 Arc

VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire 20.9686.0011 Arc

Additional Documentation

A service manual for extended maintenance of the VL3500™ Wash and VL3500™ Wash FX
Luminaires is available in electronic (PDF) format for Authorized VARI❋LITE® Service Centers and
Technicians. Please check the Vari-Lite website for the most current manuals.

• VL3500™ Wash and VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire Service Manual (02.9686.0010)

CAUTION: Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty. Refer to the Vari­Lite 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, New York 13206-1111 USA
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] / www.usitt.org

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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. Our
comprehensive resources are available to help your business succeed and ensure you get the full
benefit of being a Vari-Lite 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 Vari-Lite Customer Service Department, 9am -6pm CST
Monday through Friday, at the following:

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

email: [e-mail]

Additional Resources

For additional resources and documentation, please visit our website at www.vari-lite.com and follow
the Support link.

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CHAPTER 1.

Description

This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with a list of
accessories that are available.

• Features

• Components

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Features

Features List

VL3500™ Wash & VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires

• Three-filter CYM color mixing system.

• Variable CTO color correction wheel.

• Full field dimming system.

• Dual blade strobe system.

• Fan cooled.

• UV/IR glass.

• Dual wattage, double-ended lamp capable of operation
at 900W (Standby Mode), 1200W or 1500W – mode selectable from fixture or console.

•VARI❋BRITE™ mode - produces a tight, intense column of light.

• Zoomable beam optics mechanism for continuous beam size control with 10° to 50° range ­dependent on the lens configuration.

• Dual, five-position (plus open) fixed color wheels.

• Five-position aperture wheel: 52, 40, 35, 30, and 25 mm (VL3500™ Wash only).

• One rotating FX pattern wheel with four rotatable and indexable positions and one open position
(VL3500™ Wash FX only).

• Interchangeable front lenses: Fresnel and Plano Convex Stipple (standard on both models).

• Additional Plano Convex Clear front lens (VL3500™ Wash only).

• Additional ULTRA Clear front lens (VL3500™ Wash FX only).

• Repositional pan/tilt system.

• Control by DMX512 protocol.

WARNING: Some exceptional conditions apply to the safe operation of the VL3500™ Wash
Luminaire and the VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire. See “Warnings and Cautions” on page 13.

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Components

Included Items: VL3500 Wash Luminaire

The following illustration shows all the items included with the luminaire.

Quick Start Sheet

DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS

1

Buxom Lens

(installed)

p/n: 21.9686.2164 (right) /

21.9686.2165 (left)

Registration Card

Warranty Card

Vari-Lite Customer Service

User’s Manual (CD ROM)

Vari-Lite QA Certificate

Mounting Brackets

Fresnel Lens
p/n 21.9686.0620

Product Support Sheet

Stippled PC Lens
p/n 21.9686.0617

Fresnel Lens
p/n 21.9686.0619

Two Sets of Internal Lenses - Fresnel (packed with unit)

and Buxom (installed in fixture - see above)

Figure 1-1: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire Packing List

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Clear PC Lens

p/n 21.9686.0618

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Included Items: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire

The following illustration shows all the items included with the luminaire.

p/n: 21.9686.2164 (right) /

Quick Start Sheet

Buxom Lens

(installed)

21.9686.2165 (left)

Registration Card

Warranty Card

Vari-Lite Customer Service

User’s Manual (CD ROM)

Vari-Lite QA Certificate

Mounting Brackets

Fresnel Lens
p/n 21.9686.0620

Product Support Sheet

ULTRA Clear PC Lens

p/n 21.9686.1617

Fresnel Lens
p/n 21.9686.0619

Two Sets of Internal Lenses - Fresnel (packed with unit)

and Buxom (installed in fixture - see above)

Figure 1-2: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire Packing List

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Stipple PC Lens

p/n 21.9686.0617

DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS

1

Replacement Items/Accessories

The following optional and/or replacement items can be ordered directly from Vari-Lite. (Please order
by Vari-Lite part number.)

Vari-Lite P/N Accessory

21.9686.0617 Front Lens, Stipple

21.9686.0618 Front Lens, Clear PC

21.9686.0619 Front Lens, Fresnel

21.9686.1617 Front Lens, ULTRA Clear PC

21.9686.0620 Internal Lens, Fresnel

21.9686.2164 Internal Lens, Buxom (Right)

21.9686.2165 Internal Lens, Buxom (Left)

22.9620.0194 Safety Cable Assembly

23.9623.0177 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

71.9686.1502 Lamp, Osram SharXS® HTI® 1500 W/D7/60 Metal Halide

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Luminaire Overview

The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls.

Head Assembly

Houses color, strobe, and
beam spreader mechanisms

Front Lens Assembly

AC Input Cable

Input Panel Components

Product Label ID

Main Power
Switch

AC PWR

AC IN

~

DATA IN

DATA THRU

Backcap Assembly

Provides access to lamp
for replacement and
provides controls for
beam adjustment.

Yoke Assembly

Houses Master Control
Board (MCB).

Upper Enclosure Assembly

Houses power supply, ballast,
and display board.

Menu Display

Used to input manual
commands, program, test,
set defaults and access
internal status information.

ENTERMENU

Input Panel

Provides DMX In and Thru,
and AC Power connections.
(see detail below)

Beam Adjustment Controls

CAUTION:

RISK OF FIRE. USE ONLY 1500 WATT, H TYPE 100V METAL HALIDE LAMP,

SFc10-4 BASE.

RISQUE D'INCENDIE. UTILISER UNIQUEMENT UNE LAMP A HALOGENE EN METAL DE

RISK OF EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION. DO NOT OPERATE
WITHOUT COMPLETE LAMP ENCLOSURE IN PLACE OR WHEN LENS IS DAMAGED.

DISCONNECT FIXTURE

BEFORE RELAMPING

CAUTION:

LUMINAIRE MUST REMAIN

POWERED ON FOR 5 MINUTES

AFTER DOUSING LAMP.

DO NOT OPEN FOR 5 MINUTES

AFTER SWITCHING OFF.

ATTENTION:

TYPE H, 1500 WATT, 100V ET UN SUPPORT SFc10-4.

CAUTION:

HOT LAMP

X

AC Input Cable

Data In

Figure 1-3: VL3500™ Wash & VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires External Components and Controls

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Data Thru

YZ

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

• Warnings and Cautions

• Installation Procedures

• Powering Up

• Addressing

• Powering Down and Packing Up

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Power and Data Cabling Requirements

Power

The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. 10 amps is
required.

Depending on the application, the luminaire’s AC input cable may require a different connector. If
required, install a new connector meeting your requirements using the following wire color code:

Wire * Connection

Green/Yellow AC Ground

Blue AC Neutral

Brown AC Line

* International (Harmonized) Standard

WARNING: DO NOT connect to three-phase Delta service in countries with 240 volt power.

Note: The lamp will not strike below 180 volts RMS. The following socket configurations are typical;

other countries can use different socket configurations.

For single-phase power at 200-240 volts RMS:

Connection Pin

AC Neutral X

AC Line Y

Ground (Earth) G

X

G

Y

For three-phase power at 208 volts RMS:

Connection Pin

Phase 1 X

Phase 2 Y

Ground (Earth) G

X

G

Y

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INSTALLATION : POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS

Data Cables

The VL3500™ Wash Luminaire are 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. Your cabling should meet the following USITT DMX specification requirements:

• Suitable for use with EIA485 (RS485) operation at 250k baud.

• Characteristic impedance 85-150 ohms, nominally 120 ohms.

• Low capacitance.

• Two twisted pairs.

• Foil and braid shielded.

• 24 AWG minimum gauge for runs up to 1000 feet (300m).

• 22 AWG minimum gauge for runs up to 1640 feet (500m).

2

Note: Microphone type cables and other general purpose, two-core audio or signal cables are not
suitable for use with DMX512.

The XLR 5-pin connectors should be wired as follows:

Pin/Wire Code to XLR Connectors

Data Thru

Cable Pinout

1

2

Male Conn

4

3

Pin 1

Foil &

Braided

Shield

5

Pin 2

1st

conductor

of 1st

twisted

pair

Data (-)

Pin 3

2nd

conductor

of 1st

twisted

pair

Data (+)

Pin 4

1st

conductor

of 2nd

twisted

pair

Data (-)

Pin 5

2nd

conductor

of 2nd

twisted

pair

Data (+)

Data In

Cable Pinout

5

4

Female Conn

2

3

1

Note: Refer to the USITT Recommended Practice for DMX512 guide for additional information
regarding DMX512 systems. How to obtain a copy is detailed in “Additional Documentation” on

page 1.

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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.

Table 2-1: Recommended Cable Types

Type Pai rs

1215A 2 150 PVC 26 IBM Type 6 Office cable 75

1269A 2 100 PTFE 22 (Solid) High Temp, Plenum cable 200

8102 2 100 PVC 24 UL2919 80

8132 2 120 PVC 28 UL2919 80

8162 2 100 PVC 24 UL2493 60

82729 2 100 PTFE 24 High Temp, Plenum cable 200

88102 2 100 PTFE 24 High Temp, Plenum cable 200

89696 2 100 PTFE 22 High Temp, Plenum cable 200

89729 2 100 PTFE 24 High Temp, Plenum cable 200

89855 2 100 PTFE 22 High Temp, Plenum cable 200

9729 2 100 PVC 24 UL2493 60

9804 2 100 PVC 28 UL2960 60

9829 2 100 PVC 24 UL2919 80

9842 2 120 PVC 24 UL2919 80

PC224P 2 110 Polyure-

PC224T 2 110 PVC 22 UL2464 105

PC226T 3 110 PVC 22 UL2464

ZΩ

∗

Jacket AWG Use Temp (F)

Belden Cables

Proplex Cables

22 Heavy Duty and Portable 105

thane

* Characteristic Impedance

Male Termination Connector

A male 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.

To construct your own connector, you will need the

following components:

• 5-pin, male XLR connector.

• Two 1/4W 5% 120 ohm resistors.

Note: A male termination connector is also available as an accessory from Vari-Lite. See

“Replacement Items/Accessories” on page 7.

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1

2

Solder resistors across
pins 2 & 3, and 4 & 5

5

4

3