Philips VARI-Lite VL4000, User Manual

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Addressing
Program Starting Address
The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display (refer to
“Menu Operation” on page 64 ). The luminaire retains the DMX address even if power is removed.
Note: Refer to your console operating instructions for specific information regarding its addressing
requirements.
DMX Address
To set, edit, and save a DMX address:
Step 1. Press [ESC].
Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until
Address
appears. Press [OK].
Step 3. Use [Left] and [Right] arrow buttons to scroll through all digits.
Step 4. Once at desired digit, use [Up] and [Down] arrows to change highlighted digit.
Step 5. Once digit is set, use [Left] and [Right] arrow buttons to set other digits in DMX address.
Step 6. Once all digits are set in DMX address, press [OK] to set.
Step 7. DMX will display and is saved.
Program Starting Address Without Calibrating
Luminaire
It is possible to bypass the calibration sequence and go directly to the Menu Display programming in
order to pre-program an address setting.
Program starting address without calibrating luminaire:
• While powering up luminaire, press and hold [ESC].
• When display changes from "Starting" to the DMX address, program address as in Program
Starting Address above.
Note: The luminaire will require a reset to restore control.
Program starting address in Battery Mode:
• To activate menu in Battery Mode when the fixture is not connected to a power source, press [OK]
and [ESC] together. The LCD screen will come on. Address the fixture as described above. The
LCD screen will shut off after one minute of inactivity.