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A Division of Genlyte Thomas
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TX 75238
This manual is for informat io nal use only and is subject to change wit hout notice. Genlyte Thomas assu mes no responsibility or liabil ity for any claims
resulting from errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Version as of: 20-Aug- 03
Part number: 02.9678.000 1 A
VL3000™ Series Luminaire User’s Manual
©2003 Genlyte Thom as G roup LLC. All Rights Reserved.
How To Obtain Warranty Service
A copy of the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this
VARI❋LITE® product.
T o obtain war ranty servi ce, please con tact custome r service at 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548) or
customerservice@vari-lite.com 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 sal es invoi ce to es tabl ish the date of s ale as the begi nning of the warrant y peri od.
Once you obtain the RMA, pack the unit in a secure shipping container or in its original pack ing box.
Fill out the RMA form included at the end of thi s manu al and place in shipping container along wit h 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:
Vari-Lite
10911 Petal St.
Dallas, TX 75238
Attention: Warranty Service
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 equipm ent is operated in a commercial environme nt. 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 Lighting
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
It is extremely importan t to read ALL safety information and instruc tions provided in this manual and
any accompanying documenta tion before ins tallin g and operati ng the product s describ ed herein. Heed
all cautions and warnings during installation and use of this product.
Safety symbols used throughout this manual are as follows:
GENERAL INFORMATION PER TAINING 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 VL3000
series luminaire requires an Osram HMI 1200 W/S metal halide lamp. Installing another type of
lamp may be hazardous.
2. Luminaires may be mounted on any ty pe of surfa ce as long as mounting inst ructions are foll owed.
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 radiati on. DO NOT look directl y 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. Di sconnect p ower and al low 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 domes tic envir onment this pr oduct may cause radio inte rference , 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 a utomati cally re light after it has coo led dependi ng on Lamp Power -Up S tat e
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 Einsa tz 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 HMI 1200 W/S metal halide lamp), 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 Schein werfer is t die Lampe h eiß. Unterb rechen Sie die S tromzuf uhr und la ssen 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 denaturi erte m 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 docu mentation jo inte. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements
et suivre toutes les précautions pendant l’installation et l’utilisation de cet appareil.
Les symboles de sécuri té utilisés dans ce guide sont les suiva nts :
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 lumi naires VARI❋LITE® ont été conçus pour être utilisés uniquement avec certaines type de
lampes. Vérifier le type de lampe (Osram HMI 1200 W/S 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 un e l ampe qu i pr odu it des rayons UV. NE PAS fixe r
son regard sur la lampe.
2. L’utilisation des luminaires sans lentille ou bl indage pose des risques. Tous blindages, lentilles ou
écrans ultravi ole t visiblement endommagés au point que l eur 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 de s appare ils br ûlant s et leur s composa nts, se pr otége r suf fi sammen t (gant s,
protection pour les yeux, etc.).
2. La lampe du lumina ire e st brûla nte lo rqu ’il e st en marc he. Débr anch er le coura nt et atten dre que l a
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 ap pareils de protecti on appropr iés (gant s, pro tection 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’ut i li sat eu r peut avoir à prendre des mesures adéquates.
CONSIDÉRATIONS DES CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LAMPES À ARC
1. Après une interr uption de cour ant ou une bai sse i mporta nte de volta ge, les lampes à arc metten t d u
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 HMI 1200 W/S metal halide 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
ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA CHOQUE ELÉ CTRIC O
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 ext eriores de las l uminarias están cal ientes d urante su operación . Use un equi po de
seguridad apropiado (guantes, protección para los ojos, etc.) cuando haga ajustes en el equipo y
componentes que están calientes.
2. Cuando las luminarias es tán en operac ión la lámpar a estará muy ca liente. Des conecte la energ ía y
deje que la lámpara se enfríe antes de reemplazarla.
3. Las lámparas de arco emit en radiacione s ultraviol etas que pueden oca sionar seria s 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 existi r el pel igro de le siones al person al o un incen dio
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 e ner g ía o de un a seve ra c aíd a de volta je. En al gunos c aso s, la lámpar a se volve rá a
iluminar en forma automática después que se ha enfriado dependiendo de la configuración del
sistema de energía de la lám para.
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
Standard Features...................................................................................................................... 4
Specific Features....................................................................................................................... 4
Components
Included Items........................................................................................................................... 5
Replacement Items/Accessories................................................................................................ 5
Luminaire Overview................................................................................................................. 6
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 2. Installation
Power and Data Cabling Requirements
Power ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Data Cables............................................................................................................................... 9
Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers...................................................................... 10
Male Termination Connector ............................................................................................ 10
Installation Procedures
Hanging the Luminaire ........................................................................................................... 11
Floor Mounting the Luminaire................................................................................................ 14
Connecting Data and Power.................................................................................................... 14
Powering Up
Power Up and Configuration Procedure................................................................................. 15
Addressing
Program Starting Address....................................................................................................... 16
Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire..................................................... 16
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Chapter 3. Operation
DMX Operation
Channel Mapping.................................................................................................................... 18
Control Channel Functions ..................... ......... ....................................................................... 20
DMX Mapping
Color Control.......................................................................................................................... 21
Color Mixing..................................................................................................................... 21
Fixed Color Wheel ............................................................................................................ 21
Beam Control.......................................................................................................................... 23
Strobe................................................................................................................................. 23
Gobo/Effects Control.............................................................................................................. 24
Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 ........................................................................................................ 24
Gobo Wheel 3.................................................................................................................... 25
Index/Rotation................................................................................................................... 26
Luminaire Timing
Timing Channel Information................................................................................................... 27
Updating Software
Reprogramming Luminaires................................................................................................... 36
Components Overview...................................................................................................... 36
Reprogramming Procedure................................................................................................ 37
Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire............................................................ 39
Chapter 4. Menu System
Menu Operation
What Is the Menu System?..................................................................................................... 42
Controls Operation.................................................................................................................. 42
Default State...................................................................................................................... 43
Shortcuts............................................................................................................................ 43
Menu Functions
Menu System Overview.......................................................................................................... 44
Menu System Function Chart ................................................................................................. 45
Menu Function Definitions..................................................................................................... 48
Self-Tests
Running Parameter Tests ........................................................................................................ 50
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Appendix E. Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Error Messages........................................................................................................................ 54
Troubleshooting Guide............................................................................................................ 55
Routine Maintenance
Lamp Replacement ................................................................................................................. 56
Align Lamp............................................................................................................................. 57
Gobo Replacement .................................................................................................................. 58
Color Filter Replacement........................................................................................................ 60
Cleaning Front Lens................................................................................................................ 61
Appendix F. Technical Specifications
VL3000 Spot Luminaire......................................................................................................... 63
VL3000 Wash Luminaire........................................................................................................ 65
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Introduction
About This Manual
This manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine
maintenance for the VARI❋LITE® VL3000™ Series 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
VL3000 Spot Luminaire 20.9678.0001 Arc
VL3000 Wash Luminaire 20.9678.0002 Arc
Additional Documentation
A service manual for extended maintenanc e of the VL3 000 serie s luminair e is avai lable i n both pri nted
and electronic (PDF) formats:
• VL3000 Series Luminaire Service Manual (02.9678.0010)
- Testing, Troubleshooting, Component Replacement and Illustrated Parts Breakdown.
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 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.
10 West 19th St. / Suite 5A
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:
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. Exa mple: 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 is 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)
email: customerservice@vari-lite.com
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 which are available.
• Features
• Components
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Features
Standar d Features
All VL3000 series luminaire have the following standard features:
• CYM color mixing system.
• Variable CTO color correction.
• Six-position, fixed color wheel.
• Full field dimming system.
• Dual blade strobe system.
• Repositional pan/tilt system.
• Control by DMX512 protocol.
• Fan cooled.
• UV/IR glass.
• 1200W lamp source.
Specific Features
VL3000 Spot Luminaire
• 6:1 zoom optics system with 10° to 60° range.
• Variable beam focus to morph between gobo wheels.
• Two, six-position gobo wheels with five rotatable, indexable gobo positions and one open
position.
• Five-position gobo wheel with four rotatable, indexable positions and one open position.
VL3000 Wash Luminaire
• Zoomable beam spreader mechanism.
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Components
Included Items
The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire:
DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS
1
Quick Start Sheet
User’s Manual
Mounting Brackets
Figure 1-1: VL3000 Luminaire Packing List
Warra nty Card
VL3000 Luminaire
Replacement Items/Accessories
The following optiona l a nd/ or r epl acement items can be ordered directly from Vari-Lite. (Please order
by Vari-Lite part number.)
Vari-Lite P/N Accessory
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
71.2557.1200 Osram HMI 1200 W/S Lamp
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Luminaire Overview
The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls.
Upper Enclosure Assembly
Houses power supply, ballast,
AC Input Cable
Input Panel
Provides DMX In and Thru,
and AC Power connections.
(see detail below)
and display board.
Truss Hook Bracket
Attaches to enclosure b ase
to allow truss hook installation.
Backcap Assembly
Provides access to lamp
for replacement and
provides controls for
beam adjustment.
Input Panel Components
Product Label ID
Main Power
Switch
AC PWR
~
DATA IN
AC IN
AC Input Cable
Data In
DATA THRU
Yoke Assembly
Houses Master Control
Board (MCB).
Menu Display
Used to input manual
commands, program, test,
set defaults and access
internal status information.
ENTERMENU
Data Thru
Head Assembly
Houses color, gobo, strobe, zoom lens
and/or beam spreader mechanisms
(dependant on luminaire model).
Beam Adjustment Controls
CAUTION:
RISK OF FIRE. USE ONLY 1200 WATT, H TYPE 100V METAL HALIDE LAMP,
SFc10-4 BASE.
RISQUE D'INCENDIE. UTILISER UNIQUEMENT UNE LAMPA HALOGENE EN METAL DE
DO NOT OPEN FOR 5 MINUTES
ATTENTION:
TYPE H, 1200 WATT, 100V ET UN SUPPORT SFc10-4.
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:
AFTER SWITCHING OFF.
CAUTION:
HOT LAMP
YZ
X
Figure 1-2: VL3000 External Components and Controls
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CHAPTER 2.
Installation
This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire. It inc lud es c onnecting power
and data, along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing
it within your system.
• Power and Data Cabling Requirements
• Installation Procedures
• Powering Up
• Addressing
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Power and Data Cabling Requirements
Power
The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Ten amps will
be 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.
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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