Philips VARI-LITE VL6000 Beam Luminaire User Manual

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Part number: 02.9708.0002

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VL6000 Beam Luminaire User’s Manual

How To Obtain Warranty Service

A copy of the Philips Entertainment Lighting 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),
[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 Philips Entertainment Lighting web site www.philips.com/entertainmentlighting, 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:

Philips Entertainment Lighting
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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FCC

Compliance Notice

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 Philips Entertainment Lighting system, service, and safety guidelines, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.

As tested under this standard:

FCC 47CFR 15B clA*CEI

Issued:2009/10/01 Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B Unintentional Radiators Class A

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.

EC Declaration of Conformity

We, Philips Entertainment Lighting B.V., 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 harmonized standards:

Low Voltage Director (LVD), 2006/95/EC

EN 60589-2-17:1984+A1:1987+A2:1990 used in conjunction with 60598-1:2008/A11:2009

Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC), 2004//108/EC

EN 55022:2010, EN55024:2010

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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. VARI❋LITE luminaires have been designed for use with specific lamp types. The VL6000 Beam
Luminaire requires a certain type of lamp (see “Replacement Items/Accessories” on page 9 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.

FOREWORD

CAUTION advising of potential damage to product.

WARNING advising of potential injury or death to persons.

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.

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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, bevor 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

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.

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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 :

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.

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 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.

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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 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

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.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

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

Additional Documentation........................................................................................... 2

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

Customer Service ......................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 1. Description

Features

Overview...................................................................................................................... 6

Components

Included Items.............................................................................................................. 9

Replacement Items/Accessories................................................................................... 9

Luminaire Components.............................................................................................. 10

Major Components .............................................................................................. 10

Chapter 2. Installation

Power and Data Cabling Requirements

Power ......................................................................................................................... 14

Current vs. Voltage.............................................................................................. 16

Data Cables ................................................................................................................ 17

Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers........................................................ 18

Termination Connector........................................................................................ 18

Installation Procedures

Installing Lamp .......................................................................................................... 19

CAUTIONS & WARNINGS .............................................................................. 19

Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance ............................................................ 21

Hanging the Luminaire .............................................................................................. 23

Floor Mounting the Luminaire................................................................................... 28

Connecting Data and Power....................................................................................... 28

Powering Up

Power-Up Procedure.................................................................................................. 29

Addressing

Program Starting Address .......................................................................................... 30

Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire........................................ 30

Trans por tin g

Overview.................................................................................................................... 31

Transportation and Shipping Case Requirements...................................................... 31

Chapter 3. Operation

Color Control & Gobos

Fixed Colors............................................................................................................... 34

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Fixed Color Wheel 1 ........................................................................................... 34

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

Fixed Color Wheel 3 ........................................................................................... 35

Gobos ......................................................................................................................... 36

Rotating Gobo Wheel 1....................................................................................... 36

DMX Operation

VL6000 Beam Luminaire Channel Mapping............................................................. 38

16-Bit Channel Mapping ..................................................................................... 38

Fixture Shutdown ................................................................................................ 41

RDM Parameter IDs

VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM Parameter IDs ........................................................ 42

Updating Software

PEGASUS Software .................................................................................................. 45

Application .......................................................................................................... 45

Computer Requirements...................................................................................... 45

Installing PEGASUS Software .................................................................................. 45

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 47

Upload Cable LED Status Messages................................................................... 47

Upload Cable Warning (Error) Message............................................................. 47

Installing or Updating Luminaire Firmware.............................................................. 48

USB Upload via USB Port .................................................................................. 48

Using PEGASUS Uploader................................................................................. 48

Important Notes & Warnings: ............................................................................. 48

Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire ............................................... 50

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 4. Menu System

Menu Operation

LCD Display and Menu System ................................................................................ 54

Menu Controls............................................................................................................ 54

LCD Display and Menu System Operation......................................................... 55

DMX Address...................................................................................................... 55

Other LCD Display Features...................................................................................... 56

LCD Menu Battery Operation............................................................................. 56

Status Bar............................................................................................................. 56

LCD Menu Proximity Sensor.............................................................................. 56

Menu Tree.................................................................................................................. 57

Menu System Functions............................................................................................. 59

Self Tests

Running Parameter Tests ........................................................................................... 63

Diagnostic Tests ......................................................................................................... 64

Test Descriptions................................................................................................. 64

USB Logging ............................................................................................................. 64

Appendix A. Maintenance

Equipment Handling

Locations/Use............................................................................................................. 68

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Lamps......................................................................................................................... 68

Servicing.............................................................................................................. 68

Heat...................................................................................................................... 68

Lamp Life ............................................................................................................ 68

Solid State Electronics ............................................................................................... 69

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)............................................................................. 69

Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) ............................................................................ 69

Troubleshooting

Error Messages........................................................................................................... 70

Troubleshooting Guide............................................................................................... 70

Routine Maintenance

Lamp Removal and Installation ................................................................................. 72

Cautions and Warnings........................................................................................ 72

Fixed Color Wheel Filter Removal and Installation.................................................. 74

Rotating Gobo Removal and Installation................................................................... 74

Cleaning Optical Lenses and Filters .......................................................................... 77

Appendix B. Technical Specifications

Mechanical................................................................................................................. 81

Optical........................................................................................................................ 82

Operational................................................................................................................. 83

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Introduction

About This Manual

This manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine
maintenance for VARI❋LITE VL6000 Beam 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.

This manual covers the following model:

VL6000 Beam Luminaire 20.9708.0001 1500W Short Arc, Philips MSR Gold FastFit

Notes:

INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Model Part Number Lamp Type

• For complete product description, features, and specifications, refer to “Technical Specifications”

on page 81.

• For power requirements, refer to “Current vs. Voltage” on page 16.

• VL6000 Beam Luminaire accepts glass gobos only. Use of metal gobos will void the luminaire’s
warranty.

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Additional Documentation

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 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

Text Conventions

The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual:

Style Meaning

[Button] Front panel button. Example: Press [ESC].

[Up] / [Down] arrows Press either [Up] or [Down] arrow button at Menu Display.

LAMP

LCD Menu Display read-out. Example: Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until
LAMP appears.

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INTRODUCTION : CUSTOMER SERVICE

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]

Additional Resources

For additional resources and documentation, please visit our website at www.philips.com/

entertainmentlighting and follow the Support link.

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Notes

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CHAPTER 1.

Description

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

• Features

• Components

DESCRIPTION :

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Note, truss hooks shown are sold separately.
Truss and pipe by others.

Features

Overview

VL6000 Beam Luminaire feature highlights:

Fixed Color Wheels

Three fixed color wheels each with six color filters are
capable of producing multi-color effects and variable
wheel rotations. Less saturated colors allow for limited
color mixing, which can be easily accessed from the
console.

Rotating Gobo Wheel

One gobo wheel to offer seven rotatable, indexable gobo
positions and one open position.

Edge and Pattern Focus

Variable beam focus to soften edges of gobos or iris.

Frost

Independent frost glass for softness control.

Intensity Control

Full field dimming designed for smooth timed fades as well as quick dimming effects.

Strobe

High-performance dual blade strobe system capable of ultra-fast operation.

Pan and Tilt

Smooth, time-controlled continuous motion by way of three-phase stepper motor systems.

• Range: Pan - 540°, Tilt - 240°.

• Accuracy: 0.3° resolution.

Weights

Unit weighs (luminaire only, without accessories) 61.5 lbs (28 kg).

Spacing

Unit hangs on 24.5 inch (662 mm) centers.

Operational Temperature

-4° to +122° F (-20° to +50° C)

IP22 Rating

This fixture is designed to have limited water protection in the instance of light rain. It is NOT
designed to run exposed to water for long periods of time. Users should check for water inside the
fixture after exposure to water.

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15°

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Note: This fixture is ONLY rated IP22 ONLY when hanging or sitting with the enclosure oriented no
more that 15° from horizontal. Improper use of the fixture in wet conditions will void the luminaire
warranty.

Figure 1-1: Luminaire hung within 15° from Horizontal

IP22 Rating is defined as follows:

First digit: Solid particle protection
The first digit indicates the level of protection that the enclosure provides against access to hazardous

parts (e.g., electrical conductors, moving parts) and the ingress of solid foreign objects.

Table 1-1: IP Rating First Digit

Level Sized Effective Against Description

2 > 12.5 mm Fingers or similar objects

Second digit: Liquid ingress protection
The second digit indicates the level of protection that the enclosure provides against harmful ingress of

water.

Table 1-2: IP Rating Second Digit

Level & Protection Effective Against Description

2 - Dripping Water when

tilted at 15°

Vertically dripping water shall have
no harmful effect when the enclo­sure is tilted at an angle of 15°
from its normal position. A total of
four positions are tested within two
axes.

Test duration: 2.5 minutes for every
direction of tilt (10 minutes total)
Water equivalent to 3 mm rainfall per
minute

Cooling

Forced-air cooling.

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Risk Group 2

Do not stare at the operating light source.

Caution: Possibly Hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product.

DMX Channels

23 Channels (16-Bit Mode).

Note: For complete information, refer to, “VL6000 Beam Luminaire Channel Mapping” on page 38.

RDM Control

Completely compatible with a wide variety of RDM devices. For RDM implementation see,

“VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM Parameter IDs” on page 42.

Menu System

Full color LCD with battery powered control.

Mounting Position

The luminaire can be mounted and operated in any orientation. For spacing requirements,
refer to Figure B-1 on page 81.

Warning.

The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer
than 294 m is not expected.

Control

• DMX: Completely compatible with a wide variety of DMX512 consoles.

• DMX Channels: 23 (16-bit mode)

• RDM Control: Completely compatible with a wide variety of RDM devices.

Power Requirements:

Standard AC power distribution from 200 - 240VAC, 50/60 Hz. The unit requires up to 11A depending
on the AC supply voltage.

Note: *For a breakdown of total luminaire current draw, see “Current vs. Voltage” on page 16.

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Components

Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1

AC Input Connector

1500W MSR Gold

Warranty Card

Product

Registration

Product Support

Sheet

Truss Hook Brackets

(truss hooks sold separately)

Included Items

FastFit Lamp

QuickStart Guide

Included Items

The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire:

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Figure 1-2: VL6000 Beam Luminaire Included Items

Replacement Items/Accessories

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

Vari-Lite Part No. Accessory

PCT1BE AC Input Cable, Neutrik® powerCON® True1 with Bare End (no connector), 1 Meter

PC1GTL208 AC Input Cable, Neutrik® powerCON® True1 with Twist Lock (Male), 250V, 1 Meter

PCT1GP AC Input Cable, Neutrik® powerCON® True1 with Stage Pin (Male), 1 Meter

PEGASUS Luminaire Programming Software

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

71.9708.1500 1500W Philips MSR Gold Fast-Fit*

*For approved lamp types, see the latest version of Philips Entertainment Lighting tech­nical notice TN-248 in the product downloads section on the Philips Entertainment Light­ing web site, www.philips.com/entertainmentlighting.

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ESC

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Luminaire Head Assembly ­Houses lenses, gobos, fixed color
filters, strobe, reflector, and lamp.

Enclosure Assembly ­Houses ballast, menu
system, pan motor, and
AC input connection, and
DMX512 connections.

See detail below.

Yoke Assembly ­Houses tilt motor and
routes cables to / from
head and enclosure
assemblies.

Enclosure Assembly Details

Menu System -

See “Menu Operation” on page 54 for
more information.

Input Panel -

See “Power” on page 14 and

“Connecting Data and Power” on
page 28 for more information.

Mounting Brackets -

For hanging the fixture.
Hooks are sold separately
and pipe shown by others

Note, truss hooks shown are sold separately. Truss and pipe by others.

Luminaire Components

Below is a brief description of the major components and sub assemblies of the VL6000 Beam
Luminaires.

Major Components

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Figure 1-3: Major Components

Sub Assemblies

Head Covers

Each head cover is held in place
with four captive screws and
tether.

Optics Assembly

Tilt Lock*

Pan Lock*

Gobo Assembly

Strobe Assembly

Lamp / Reflector
Assembly

CAUTION: *Pan and tilt
locks must be disengaged
before powering and
operating luminaire.

NOTE: ** 1500W Philips MSR Gold FastFit
lamp running at 1500W.

Lamp Cover

1500W Lamp**

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Figure 1-4: Sub Assemblies

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Notes

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