Vari Lite VL2402 User Manual

VL2402™

Wash Luminaire

User’s Manual

02.9671.0001

VARI❋LITE - VL2402™ WASH LUMINAIRE USER’S MANUAL

VARI❋LITE®, Artisan®, VL2® and VLD® are trademarks owned by Vari-Lite, Inc., 201 Regal Row, Dallas TX 75247 USA
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VL2000™, VL2200™ (and the individual product designations), VL2400™ (and the individual product designations),
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US Patents No. 5,959,758; 5,7 28,994; 5,590,954;5,367,444; 5,329,431; 5,209,560; 5,186,536; 5,073,847; 5,010,459; 4,980,806 ;
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VL2402™ Wash Luminaire User’s Manual
The informa tion furnished in thi s manual is for informational use only and is subject to change witho ut notice. Vari-Lite, In c.

assumes no responsibility or liabi lity for any errors or inaccuracies that may appe ar i n thi s ma nual. All information and graphic
representations are property of Vari-Lite, Inc. 201 Regal Row, Dallas, Texas 75247 USA.

Version as of: 17-Sept-01

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Part number: 02.9671.000 1 C

VL2402™ Wash Luminaire User’s Manual

© 2001 Vari-Lite, Inc. All Rights Reserve d.

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HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

How To Obtain Warranty Service

A copy of the Vari-Lite, Inc. 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) or [e-mail] and request a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) for warranty service. You 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 product in its original packing material along with
a copy of your invoice (if available) and write the RMA number legibly on or near the
shipping address label. Return the unit, freight prepaid to:

Vari-Lite, Inc.
201 Regal Row
Dallas, TX 75247
Attention: Warranty Service

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 60598-1:1997 Luminaire Safety Standard, General Requirements
EN 60598-2 17:1989 Specification for Luminaires for Stage and Studio Li ghting

EMC

EN 55022A:1994 Radiated and Conducted Emissions
EN 50082-1:1997 Generic Immunity Standard

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

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 bee n designe d for use only with certain Philips and Osram

HID lamps. Note lamp type (MSR400, MSR575HR etc.) before replacing lamps.
Installing another type of 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. Replace fuses with same type and rating only.

4. 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 an HID type 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 the y have become vis ibly 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 lint­free 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
interferen ce, in which case, the user may be required to take adequate meas ures.

ARC LAMP CHARACTERISTIC CONSIDERATIONS

1. Arc lamps require a pe ri od of time to relight aft er a p o wer in terruption or a sever e v o lt ag e
dip. In some cases, lamp will auto matica lly rel ight after it ha s cooled dependi ng on Lamp
Power-Up State (L ON/ LOFF) system configuration setting.

2. Burning position is Universal.

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SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

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
UV-STRAHLUNG UND KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN.

WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM FEUERSCHUTZ

1. VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer sind ausschließlich für den Einsatz mit bestimmten Philips

und Osram HID-Lampen geeignet. Achten Sie auf den Lampentyp (MSR400,
MSR575HR etc.), 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. Ersetzen Sie Sicherungen nur mit Sicherungen vom gleichen Typ und gleicher Stärke.

4. Beachten Sie die Einhaltung des erforderlichen Sicherheitsabstandes der VARI❋LITE®-

Scheinwerfer von brennbarem Material oder beleuchteten Objekten.

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 einen HID-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 d ie Lampe zerbrechen, besteht die Gef ahr
von Körperverletzung bzw. von Feuer, das von Lampenteilen ausgelöst werden kann.

4. Tragen Sie beim Austausch der Lampen einen Augenschutz.

5. Die geeignete Siche rheitsausr üstung (Han dschuhe, Augenschu tz) sollte beim Umgang mi t
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
ausgetaus cht 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 (L ON/ LOFF).

2. Die Brennposition ist Universa l.

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NOTES DE SÉCURITÉ

Notes de sécurité

A vant 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® o nt é té conçus pour être uti li sés uni que me nt ave c c ert aines

lampes Philips et Osram HID. Vérifier le type de lampe (MSR400, MSR575HR etc.)
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. Ne remplacer les fusibles qu’avec ceux du même type, ayant les mêmes caractéristiques.

4. 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 de type HID 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 pouva nt caus er de graves brûlures su r l a
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 d e Classe A. Dans un e nvironnemen t domest ique, ce t appareil peut caus er
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’êt re r efroi die. Cela dé pen d de l a mani ère do nt le s ystème est rég lé
pour le statut de mise en marche de la lampe (L ON/ LOFF).

2. La position Brûler est Universelle.

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AVISO SOBRE SEGURIDAD

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 HID Philips y Osram. Tome nota del tipo de lámpara (MSR400, MSR575HR
etc.) 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. Reemplaze los fusibles solamente con los del mismo tipo y especificación.

4. Tome nota de los requerimientos de distancia de materiales combustibles u objetos

iluminados para las luminarias VARI❋LITE®.

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 HID 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 pi el e i nf lama ci ón a los ojos. Además, las lámparas de arco oper an a al ta
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 lámpar a con l as manos , limpie la l ámpara c on alc ohol de snatur aliz ado y co n tel a
sin pelusas antes de instalar o volver a conectar la luminaria.

7. Cambie la lámpara si está dañada o deformada term icamente.

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 ener gía o de una sev era caída de volt aje. En algunos cas os, 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 (L ON / L OFF) (L encendida / L
apagada).

2. La posición de encendido es universal.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

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

Additional Support and Documentation ...................................................................... 1

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

Chapter 1. Description

Features

Overview...................................................................................................................... 5

Components

VL2402 Wash Luminaire............................................................................................. 6

Menu Display............................................................................................................... 7

LED Indicators............................................................................................................. 7

Chapter 2. Installation

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Power and Data Cabling Requirements

Power ......................................................................................................................... 11

Current vs. Voltage.................................................. ............................................ 12

Data Cables................................................................................................................ 13

Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers ....................................................... 14

Male Termination Connector.............................................................................. 15

Loopback Connector........................................................................................... 15

Installation Proce dures

Installing Lamp.......................................................................................................... 16

Hanging the Luminaire.............................................................................................. 17

Floor Mounting the Luminaire................................................................................... 20

Connecting Data and Power....................................................................................... 20

Powering Up

Power-Up Procedure.................................................................................................. 21

Align Lamp for Flat Field.......................................................................................... 22

Set DMX Mode.......................................................................................................... 23

Addressing

Program Starting Address.......................................................................................... 24

Program Starting Address Without Calibrating the Luminaire ................................. 24

Chapter 3. Operation

Color Control

Color Mixing.............................................................................................................. 27

Snap Colors ......................................................................................................... 27

Color Wheel............................................................................................................... 28

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DMX Modes

8-Bit and 16-Bit Modes.............................................................................................. 29

DMX Mapping

Color Wheel................................................................................................................ 30

Beam Control.............................................................................................................. 34

Strobe................................................................................................................... 34

Color Control.............................................................................................................. 34

Luminaire Timing

Luminaire Timing Channel Information.................................................................... 35

Control Channel Functions......................................................................................... 41

Updating Software

Reprogramming Luminaires....................................................................................... 42

Install and Reprogramming Procedure ................................................................ 43

Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire................................................ 46

Hardware Requirements....................................................................................... 46

Transfer Procedure............................................................................................... 46

Chapter 4. Menu System

Operation

What Is the Menu System?......................................................................................... 51

Controls Operation ..................................................................................................... 51

Display Orientation.............................................................................................. 52

Default State......................................................................................................... 53

Decimal Placement.............................................................................................. 53

Display Test......................................................................................................... 53

Shortcuts .............................................................................................................. 54

Error Messages..................................................................................................... 55

Mapping

Menu System Overview............................................................................................. 57

Menu System Functions............................................................................................. 58

Function Definitions................................................................................................... 62

Cues and Sequences

Overview .................................................................................................................... 65

Storing.................................................................................................................. 65

Playback............................................................................................................... 65

Hardware Requirements....................................................................................... 65

Cue Operations........................................................................................................... 66

Self Tests

Running Parameter Tests............................................................................................ 70

Diagnostic Tests....................... ...................................................... ......... ......... ........... 72

Appendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Protecting Your Warranty........................................................................................... 85

Troubleshooting Guide............................................................................................... 86

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Routine Maintenance

Lamp Replacement .................................................................................................... 91

Color Filter Replacement........................................................................................... 93

Cleaning Optical Lenses and Filters .......................................................................... 95

Appendix B. Technical Specifications

Mechanical................................................................................................................. 97

Optical........................................................................................................................ 98

Operational................................................................................................................. 98

Photometric................................................................................................................ 99

Appendix C. Accessories

...................................................................................................................................101

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Introduction

About This Manual

This manual provides necessary information regarding product safety, installation,
operation, and routine maintenance for VARI❋LITE® VL2402™ Wash Luminaires.
Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your
luminaire.

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

Additional Support and Documentation

A support webpage for the Series 2000™ luminaires is available at:
www.vari-lite.com (connect to the Vari-Lite homepage and follow the Support link to
the Series 2000 Support Center).

INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL

A service manual is available for extended maintenance of VL2402 Wa sh Luminaires.
This manual is available in both printed and electronic (PDF) formats.

VL2402 Wash Luminaire Service Manual (02.9671.0010).

■

- Troubleshooting, Component Replacement, Illustrated Parts Breakdown.

Note: Performing maintenance procedures contained in the VL2402 Wash Luminaire
Service Manual may void the product warranty. Refer to the Vari-Lite, Inc. Limited
Warranty card included in the shipping package for this VARI❋LITE product.

For more information on 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 S ta ndard for Dim me rs & C ontrolle rs. ( A
copy of Recommended Practice for DMX512 is included.)
USITT Inc.
Suite 5A, 10 West 19th St.
New York, NY 10011-4206 USA
Tel: (212) 924 - 9088 Fax: (212) 924 - 9343
www.usitt.org

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Text Conventions

The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual:

[Button] Front panel button. Example: Press [Menu].
[Up] / [Down] arrows Press either [Up] or [Down] arrow button at Menu

Display.

MENU Menu Display read-out. Example: Press [Up] / [Down]

arrows until CFG (Configuration) appears.

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DescriptionDescription

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Features

Overview

The VL2402 wash luminaire features zoomable beam
spreader optics, color mixing, a separate fixed color wheel
and a high performance dimmer/strobe mechanism.

The VL2402 wash luminaire contains the following
standard features:

• Zoomable beam spreader.

• Crossfading color mixer mechanism. The mechanism

• Fixed Color wheel has 12 positions (1 open) for dichroic color.

• An internal mechanical douser which provides intensity control and strobing.

DESCRIPTION : FEATURES

1

allows independent blue, amber and magenta color
control.

• An upper enclosure that houses the control electronics as well as a power factor

corrected arc power supply.

• Control by DMX512 protocol.

• Two truss hook brackets for versatile hanging configurations.

• 700W arc source.

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Components

VL2402 Wash Luminaire

The following illustration shows the major luminaire components and controls.

Truss Hook
Bracket Assembly

Yoke
Assembly

Head Assembly

Removable Lamp Assembly

(to access lamp for replacement)
Upper Enclosure
Assembly

AC Input Cable

Beam Adjustment Controls

Vertical

Horizontal

Focus

Captive Knob
for lamp access
(does not adjust
beam)

Input Panel Components

Data In

Power and Data
LED Indicators

Data Thru

Menu Display

Product Label ID

Main Power
Switch

AC Input Cable

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DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS

1

Menu Display

The Menu System Display is used to access the menu system, which is a
programmable set of commands used to address, operate, and test the luminaire.

The menu system is controlled by four buttons. These buttons function as follows:

Changes a value or

Multi-Segment
Display

Displays the menu,
or if at first level, the
current address

Selects the current menu option
or enters current data value

Refer to Chapter 4: Menu System for more detailed instructions regarding display
orientation and operation.

scrolls through menus
Changes a value or

scrolls through menus

LED Indicators

The LED indicators report the status of power and data to the luminaire.

Indicates DC power is being
supplied via AC Input when lit

Indicates data is being
transmitted when flashing

Indicates data is being
received when flashing fast;
when flashing in 2 sec. heartbeat,
indicates l uminaire is idle

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• Installation Procedures

• Powering Up

• Addressing

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INSTALLATION : POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS

Power and Data Cabling Requirements

Power

The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 90-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Four 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. If required, install a new connector meeting your requirements using the
following wire color code reference:

Wire* Connection

Green/Yellow AC Ground

Blue AC Neutral

Brown AC Line

2

* International (Harmonized) Standard

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

For single-phase power at 100 to 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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Curr ent 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: VL2402 Current vs. Voltage

Voltage @ 60Hz Current

90.0 11.8

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 4.1

250.0 3.9

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