Viking VK440 Super FLX User Manual

VK440 Super FLX

BEAM SPOT WASH (CMY)

Moving Head

USER MANUAL M124

Rev 1.01

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ITEM

Item...........................................................................................................................02

1.Introduction.…….................................................................................................03

2.Fixture size............................................................................................................03

3.Parts Introduction.............................................................................................. 04

4.Safety information...............................................................................................05

5.Packing and shipping .........................................................................................07

6.AC power..............................................................................................................07

7.Lamp model and replacement............................................................................07

8.Colour and gobo description...............................................................................09

9.Control panel Operation.....................................................................................10

10.DMX Channels...................................................................................................14

11.PCB Driving board............................................................................................23

STATEMENT

This product is carefully checked prior to shipping from our warehouse. All users should strictly

abide by the warnings and instructions stated in this manual, any damage and results due to misuse

and the neglect of this operating manual are chargeable to the end user. This is a delicate piece of

electronics and treated with care will perform exceptionally well..

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1. VK440 Super FLX Introduction

Thank you for choosing the VK440 Super FLX. This model is the very latest development of

the smart, efficient and powerful moving light products, combining advanced technology of

today's stage lighting products with international advanced electronic control technology and

excellent user-friendly industrial design , fully comply with CE standard, and international

standard DMX512 signal mode.

The VK440 Super FLX uses an efficient lamp and short distance condenser system, coupled

with the high-quality optical lens components, gives gorgeous color and clear gobos, sharp and

uniform output light..

The LCD fixture setting display is intuitive and fast and can be inverted 180 °. DMX512

control is via 20/ 24 or 30 channel modes. Horizontal scanning: 540 ° vertical scanning 270 °.

The color wheel is combined with white and 11 colors. The static gobos is combined with

white and 17gobos, the rotation gobo is combined with white and 9 gobos. Three prisms, two

rotating, one is 8 facet prism, one is 4 linear prism, and one is 16 facet prism. Each 2 prisms

can mixed together. Frost function.0-100% mechanical dimming, mechanical strobe, speed

adjustable strobe effect and gobo shaking effect, over-heat protection function.

2 FIXTURE SIZE

Size：

440

（L）×310（W）×680（H）mm

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3. PARTS INTRODUCTION

01

02

03

04

05

06 07

01 —Lens
02 —Body
03 —Tilt Lock
04 —Arm
05 —Pan Lock
06 —Handle
07 —Light base

01 02

01 03

04

02 05

01 —LCD display
02 —Control wheel

01 — DMX In
02 — DMX Out
03 — Power Switch
04 — Power In

05 —

Fuse

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4. SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety warning message

This product is only suitable for professional use, users are deemed familiar with moving light

fixtures generally. After you got the lights, please check the package whether have any damage

caused by transportation. If there is any damage, do not use this fixture, and please contact the

dealer as soon as possible. This product is only suitable for indoor, IP20 protection class use.

Lamps should be kept dry to avoid moisture, overheating or dusty environment. Prevent lamps

from coming into contact with water or any other liquid. The user of this product should pay

attention to: fire, heat, electric shock, ultraviolet radiation, the lamp exploding which can cause

serious or fatal injury. Please ensure you have read the instructions before use d or installing.

Follow the Manual information and the operation methods and pay attention to the warning signs

on the specification and equipment. If you have any problem on how to safely operate this

equipment please contact your dealer.

4.1 ANTI-HIGH TEMPERATURE

ta =40°C

Please don’t use the equipment if the temperature is above 40 degrees C

4.2 BURST PREVENTION

The lens should be changed if has sustained damage. Don’t change for a non-original

manufacturer lens.
Lens size：Φ158×43 mm

4.3 TO PREVENT FALLING WOUNDING

Please don’t move the package by one person only.

When hanging the fixture, please verify that the facilities used to suspend the fixture are able to

withstand the weight of the lamps by a safety factor of 10 times the weight.

Please make sure the mounting hardware is strong enough, and insure a safety bond is used as

auxiliary security / safety fixing in case of mounting hardware failure.

4.4 UA PROTECTION AND LAMP/BULB EXPLOSION

Prohibit straight viewpoint with exposed bulbs to avoid UV damage to the eyes;

Do not use the equipment without the lens screen and the lid;

The lens and the light head covers should be replaced if any damage is present

The Fixture should be used with the protection screen in place.

4.5 PREVENTION OF ELECTIC SHOCK

The electrical connection must only be carried out with corresponding qualifications;

Before installing, make sure you use the correct power voltage. Lights must comply with the

identified power, voltage and have an overload or leakage protection;

Each light must be properly grounded, installed in accordance with the relevant standards;

Cut off the power when installing or replacing the lamp or the fuse;

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4.6 TO PREVENT BURNING OR FIRE

1.

The fixture can be mounted directly on the surface of ordinary combustible material.

2.

Do not short-circuit temperature protection switch or fuse, use the specified type of fuse.

3.

The equipment must be installed away from inflammable and explosive materials.

4.

The equipment should be at a projected range of 15 meters away objects and projectiles

5. Keep obstacles al least 0.5m away from the

Fans or ventilation slots.

6.

Do not place any object on the lens.

7. Allow 20 minutes for the lantern to cool before h

andling

8.

Do not replace parts with non-original parts & consult your dealer before attempting

repairs.

4.7 TRANSPORT PROTECT LOCK

In order to protect the light, there is a transport lock; During transport the lock catch should

be positioned in the center to keep the fixture head in a vertical state.

4.8 ABOUT PACKING

1. Before packing away, make sure power is off, and wait for at least 20 minutes for the fixture

to cool down.

2. Before cleaning the fixture, make sure X, Y axis transport lock is closed.

3. Lift the unit only by the two side grab handles and turn fixture upside down and then place

in the flight case.

4. After packed, put accessory into the accessory case, then close and lock the flight case.

5. Flight cases should only be stacked two high and never upside down

4.9 UNPACKING

1. Open the flight casee, and lift out the fixture using the 2 side grab handles.

2. Turn fixture over and place on a stable surface with enough space for the head to turn

through 360 degrees.

3. Before power up, make sure you have opened the X, Y axis lock!

Attention!

Two omega clamps must be attached to the fixture for hanging together with suitable
hook clamps. Omega clamps have a 1/4 turn lock, fully clockwise rotate 90 ° to lock them in
place. Add one safety bond on the hole of light base as additional insurance against clamp
failure.

Attention! Each fixture can only accept one DMX input & output.

Do not use two outputs to separate or split the DMX connection, if a separate branch is required a

DMX512 splitter is necessary.

It is therefore not recommended to change from 3 pin to 5 pin
DMX connections using the head itself as signal loss can occur.

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5. PACKAGE

VK440 SuperFLX is packed within a dual Flight Case The case is heavy and although on

wheels it is recommended that 2 people move the unit for safety. Lock the flight case brake

on the wheels to prevent the case from in advertently rolling away whilst working on the

fixture.

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6. AC POWER

VOLTAGE, POWER, FUSE SPECIFICATION

Input Voltage

Total Power

Frequency

110-240V 600W 50/60HZ

Fuse voltage

Electronic current

Specification

250V 10A 5×20

VK440 SuperFLX Power connection attention:

Attention! The equipment must be operated by professionals; Make sure that the voltage of power

supply complies with the voltage identified on the lamp, and must have an overload or leakage

electrical protection (RCD).

Live wire(L)

Neutral(N)

Ground wire

BROWN

BLUE

Yellow +Green

7. LAMP MODEL AND REPLACE

VK440 SuperFLX

LAMP

The lamp for this light is extremely expensive at over £300 and

they last a long time and should not need user replacement –

please call Viking BEFORE replacement for advice FIRST !!!!!

LAMP MODEL

POWER

LIFE/HOUR

LUMEN

OSRAM SIRIUS

HRI 440W

440w 1800 HOURS 114900Lux

WARNING! There is a safety hazard of damage if a similar lamp is fitted –
always use the proprietary Osram lamp. To reduce the risk of damage to lamp
exploding it is important not to exceed the stated 1800 hours running time of the
lamp.