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Figure A-2: Head Covers – Removal

Step 3. If removing gobos via bottom of head assembly, undo fan tray assembly with

thumb screw to access.

Step 4. Rotate desired gobo wheel until required gobo position is accessible.

CAUTION: Do not push on gobo glass. Press on gobo carrier only.

CAUTION: Do not touch gobos with bare fingers. Wear cotton gloves or other covering
while replacing. To clean, refer to

“Cleaning Optics, Filters and Gobos” on page 62.

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Page 2: ...ease check http www philips com entertainmentlighting for latest version Philips Vari Lite assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual All information and graphics are property of Philips Vari Lite a Philips group company 10911 Petal Street Dallas Texas 75238 USA Version as of 10 January 2017 Part number 02 9708 0001 VLZ Spot Luminaire User ...

Page 3: ...original packing box Be sure to clearly indicate the RMA number on all packing lists correspondence and shipping labels If available please include a copy of your invoice as proof of purchase in the shipping container With the RMA number written legibly on or near the shipping address label return the unit freight prepaid to Philips Vari Lite Attention Warranty Service RMA ________ 10911 Petal Str...

Page 4: ... 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 2015 EN 60598 2 17 1989 A2 1991 EN 62493 2015 EN 62031 2008 A1 2013 A2 2015 EN 62471 2008 Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EU EMC EN 55015 2013 EN 61000 3 2 2014 EN 61000 3 3 2013 EN 61547 2009 EM...

Page 5: ... ELECTRICAL SHOCK FIRE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE UV RADIATION AND INJURY TO PERSONS CAN BE FOUND BELOW WARNING INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE 1 Luminaires may be mounted on any type of surface as long as mounting instructions are followed See instructions detailed in this manual 2 Note distance requirement from combustible materials or illuminated objects for VARI LITE luminaires W...

Page 6: ...nflammation Additionally arc LED operate under high pressure at very high temperatures Should the LED break there can exist a danger of personal injury and or fire from broken LED particles being discharged 4 Wear eye protection when relamping 5 Appropriate safety equipment gloves eye protection should be used when handling damaged LED 6 If LED is touched with bare hands clean LED with denatured a...

Page 7: ... VARI LITE Scheinwerfer sind ausschließlich für den Einsatz mit bestimmten Lampentyps Achten Sie auf den Lampentyp 620 Watt LED 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 ...

Page 8: ...en 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...

Page 9: ...NT ENTRAÎNER DES BLESSURES 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 620 Watt LED 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 dire...

Page 10: ...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 ...

Page 11: ...ES 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 620 Watt LED 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 instruccione...

Page 12: ...s 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...

Page 13: ...e 14 Floor Mounting the Luminaire 16 Powering Up Power Up and Configuration Procedure 17 Addressing Program Starting Address 18 Program Starting Address Without Calibrating Luminaire 18 Chapter 3 Operation VLZ SPOT DMX Channels VLZ SPOT Channel Mapping 20 VLZ SPOT Control Channel Functions 29 VLZ SPOT DMX Mapping VLZ SPOT Color Control 31 Color Mixing 31 Fixed Color Wheel 1 31 Fixed Color Wheel 2 ...

Page 14: ... Appendix A Luminaire Care and Routine Maintenance Equipment Handling Locations Use 54 LED 54 Servicing 54 Heat 54 LED Features Benefits 54 Solid State Electronics 55 Electrostatic Discharge ESD 55 Printed Circuit Boards PCBs 55 Troubleshooting Error Messages 56 Troubleshooting Guide 57 Routine Maintenance LED Replacement 58 Gobo Replacement Gobo Wheels 59 Cleaning Optics Filters and Gobos 62 Foll...

Page 15: ...ce Centers and technicians of the VLZ SPOT Luminaire is available in electronic PDF format Luminaire Service Manual Testing Troubleshooting Component Replacement and Illustrated Parts Breakdown Note Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty Refer to the Philips Vari Lite Limited Warranty card included in the product shipping package for more information For more information o...

Page 16: ...her 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 VARI LITE Service Center or Contact the Philips Vari Lite Customer Service Department 9am 6pm CST Monday...

Page 17: ...3 CHAPTER 1 Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components along with a list of accessories which are available Features Components ...

Page 18: ...fects wheels combine to each offer rotatable indexable gobo positions and one open position Independent drop in armature that rotates with prism Independent drop in armature that contains variable frost Full field dimming system Dual blade strobe system Repositional pan tilt system Control by DMX512 protocol Fan cooled 620W Atria TM SUL620 80 R70 000 LED Note For more information and product speci...

Page 19: ...h the luminaire Figure 1 1 VLZ SPOT Luminaire Included Items Note Please Check with the local Philips Entertainment Office or Authorized Vari Lite dealer for availability on accessories DESCRIPTION COMPONENTS 1 QuickStart Guide this document Neutrik powerCON True1 AC Input Connector ...

Page 20: ...g optional and or replacement items can be ordered directly from your Authorized Philips Vari Lite Dealer Please order by Philips Vari Lite part number Philips Vari Lite Part Number Accessory Description VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 21: ...7 Luminaire Overview The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls DESCRIPTION COMPONENTS 1 ...

Page 22: ...8 Notes VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 23: ...lation of the luminaire It includes connecting power and data along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing it within your system Special Warnings Power and Data Cabling Requirements Installation Procedures Powering Up Addressing ...

Page 24: ... beam Avoid looking at nearby surfaces illuminated by the beam It is hazardous to operate luminaires without lens or shield Shields lenses or ultraviolet screens must be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired For example by cracks deep scratches or coating breakdown WARNING Hot Exterior Surfaces The exterior surfaces of the luminaire can ...

Page 25: ...Power Connector 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 AC Ground White AC Neutral Blcak AC Line International Harmonized Standard WARNING DO NOT connect to three phase service in countries with 240 volt power AVERTI...

Page 26: ... It is not recommended to power any VARI LITE luminaire from a dimmer even in NONDIM mode Dimmer and non dim modules are not suitable sources of power because their output modifies the AC wave form This may work for a short time but will eventually result in power problems luminaire mis operation and or failure and may void the luminaire s warranty VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 27: ...g in errors The terminator is also necessary for software downloads and running tests on multiple luminaires To construct your own connector you will need the following components 5 pin male XLR connector Two 1 4W 5 120 ohm resistors Note A DMX termination connector assembly is available as an accessory from Philips Vari Lite See Replacement Items Accessories on page 6 INSTALLATION POWER AND DATA ...

Page 28: ...ooks on two provided truss hook brackets as required as shown in Figure 2 2 Step 2 Determine required configuration of bracket installation Brackets may be insta lled in many different orientations as shown in Figure 2 3 Step 3 While pulling up on locking mechanism release fit keyed holes onto raised mounting buttons at bottom of enclosure Slide forward and release locking mechanism to lock in pla...

Page 29: ...15 Figure 2 3 Installing Brackets on Luminaire Enclosure INSTALLATION POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS 2 ...

Page 30: ... luminaire daisy chain only Your system or console may require fewer luminaires on a single data link path Consult your console documentation for more information To connect power and data Step 1 Connect data cable from console to first luminaire in chain at DATA IN connector Step 2 If required connect additional data cables from DATA THRU connectors to DATA IN connectors of remaining luminaires i...

Page 31: ...to their home or DMX defined positions Subsequently depending on the luminaire s setting for Power Up State refer to VLZ SPOT Menu System Function Chart on page 48 CAUTION Before applying power be sure the luminaire is hung or positioned so that the head and yoke can move freely without restriction Make sure service tilt and pan locks are disengaged so luminaire moves freely To power up At each lu...

Page 32: ... is reached press OK to access the menu item parameters Step 5 Make changes to parameters as desired Step 6 Press button to accept changes 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 powe...

Page 33: ...peration This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and for updating the internal software VLZ SPOT DMX Channels VLZ SPOT DMX Mapping VLZ SPOT Luminaire Timing Updating Software ...

Page 34: ...gh Byte 2 Low Byte Pan 0 65535 32767 16 bit linear control of pan from 0 540 3 High Byte With Expanded Movement turned on 630 of pan is possible 4 Low Byte Tilt 0 65535 32767 16 bit linear control of tilt from 0 270 5 High Byte 6 Low Byte Edge 0 65535 32767 16 bit linear control of edge functions 7 High Byte 8 Low Byte Zoom 0 65535 32767 16 bit linear control of fixture zoom range between 9 High B...

Page 35: ...ta color mechanism 16 High Byte 17 Low Byte CTO 0 65535 0 16 Bit contol of CTO mechanism 18 High Byte 19 Low Byte 20 Color Wheel 0 255 0 8 bit linear control of Color Wheel 1 See Channel 21 for options 1 0 17 OPEN 18 43 COLOR 1 RED Center at DMX 37 44 83 COLOR 2 YELLOW Center at DMX 73 84 118 COLOR 3 KELLY GREEN Center at DMX 109 119 155 COLOR 4 MAGENTA Center at DMX 145 156 192 COLOR 5 AMBER Cent...

Page 36: ...4 118 COLOR 3 TBC Center at DMX 109 119 155 COLOR 4 TBC Center at DMX 145 156 192 COLOR 5 TBC Center at DMX 181 193 228 COLOR 6 TBC Center at DMX 217 229 255 OPEN END NO COLOR 23 Color Wheel 2 0 255 0 Used as a control channel for different movement options of Color Control Wheel 1 0 5 Linear Movement using shortest quickest path 6 10 Linear Movement using normal longest path 11 15 Wheel Spin Forw...

Page 37: ...ga Stepping 96 100 Gobo 3 Lattice Rotate with Mega Stepping 101 105 Gobo 4 Swirl Rotate with Mega Stepping 106 110 Gobo 5 Radial Breakup Rotate with Mega Stepping 111 115 Gobo 6 Neurons Rotate with Mega Stepping 116 120 Gobo 7 Grid Rotate with Mega Stepping 121 255 Reserved Values Gobo 1 Rot Index 0 65535 32767 16 bit control of index and rotation of gobo wheel 1 25 High Byte 0 126 Rotate Fast to ...

Page 38: ... 20 Gobo 3 Bricked Out Index 21 25 Gobo 4 Punch Card Index 26 30 Gobo 5 Alpha Rays Index 31 35 Gobo 6 HONEYCOMB Index 36 40 Gobo 7 On the Rocks Index 41 45 Open No Gobo 46 50 Gobo 1 Night Sky Rotate 51 55 Gobo 2 Circle of Ovals Rotate 56 60 Gobo 3 Bricked Out Rotate 61 65 Gobo 4 Punch Card Rotate 66 70 Gobo 5 Alpha Rays Rotate 71 75 Gobo 6 HONEYCOMB Rotate 76 80 Gobo 7 On the Rocks Rotate 81 85 Op...

Page 39: ...ing shortest quickest path 6 10 Gobo Selection using normal longest path 11 20 Reserved Values 21 50 Wheel Spin Forward Fast to Slow 51 60 Wheel Spin STOP 61 90 Wheel Spin Reverse Slow to Fast 91 120 Gobo Shake Quickest Path Slow to Fast 121 150 Gobo Shake Normal Path Slow to Fast 151 180 Gobo Twist Quickest Path Slow to Fast 181 210 Gobo Twist Normal Path Slow to Fast 211 255 Reserved Values 32 I...

Page 40: ...t 33 58 Random Strobe Slow to Fast 59 84 Random Sync Slow to Fast 85 110 Pulse Slow to Fast 111 136 Pulse Random Slow to Fast 137 162 Pulse Random Sync Slow to Fast 163 188 Pulse Slow to Fast 189 214 Pulse Random Slow to Fast 215 240 Pulse Random Sync Slow to Fast 38 Focus Timing 0 255 255 Adjustment of fixture timing to control Pan Tilt mechanisms See Timing Channel Chart in User Manual 39 Optics...

Page 41: ...6 10 Full Luminaire ReCal Also Used to Wake fixture up from shutdown 11 15 Reserved Values 16 20 Reserved Values 21 25 Fixture Shutdown 26 30 Display Menu ON 31 35 Display Menu OFF 36 40 ReCal Position 41 45 ReCal Color 46 50 ReCal Gobo 51 55 ReCal Beam 56 60 ReCal Optics 61 65 Reserved Values 66 70 Reset Fixture to Defaults See Manual for a list of factory defaults 71 75 Full Luminaire Reboot Thi...

Page 42: ...data should change as a snap A zero value will give the fastest move but without any smoothing this can look steppy in console timed moves To use a timing channel instead of console timing it is necessary to set the timing channel to the desired value and set cue and or parameter time to zero Acombination of time controls can produce unexpected results Refer to VLZ SPOT Timing Channel Information ...

Page 43: ...1 25 26 30 31 35 36 40 41 45 46 50 51 55 56 60 61 65 66 70 71 75 76 80 81 85 86 90 91 255 Idle Default Full Luminaire ReCal Also Used to Wake fixture up from shutdown Reserved Values Reserved Values Fixture Shutdown Display Menu ON Display Menu OFF ReCal Position ReCal Color ReCal Gobo ReCal Beam ReCal Optics Reserved Values Reset Fixture to Defaults See Manual for a list of factory defaults Full ...

Page 44: ...to zero This must occur without any scaling values Action will be voided if other values are detected between action value and zero Note A numerical keypad is suggested for sending values An encoder or fader does not allow for a quick value change which is required to effect the control functions VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 45: ...ow Byte 0 65535 0 16 Bit control of cyan color mechanism 14 15 Yellow High Byte Low Byte 0 65535 0 16 Bit control of yellow color mechanism 16 17 Magenta High Byte Low Byte 0 65535 0 16 Bit control of Magenta color mechanism 18 19 CTO High Byte Low Byte 0 65535 0 16 Bit contol of CTO mechanism Fixed Color Wheel 1 Fixed color wheel 1 offers timed changes half and full frame positions and various sp...

Page 46: ...n either direction The wheel contains six positions one being open The following illustration Figure 3 2 shows the standard positions and color configuration for fixed color wheel 2 Figure 3 2 Fixed Color Wheel 2 Standard Filters Positions Table 3 5 VLZ SPOT Fixed Color Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart Position Color Filter Part Number 1 Blue 6 03 05 03 2525 2 Green 6 03 05 03 2526 3 Lavender ...

Page 47: ... 255 0 8 bit linear control of Color Wheel 1 See Channel 23 for options OPEN COLOR 1 TBC Center at DMX 37 COLOR 2 TBC Center at DMX 73 COLOR 3 TBC Center at DMX 109 COLOR 4 TBC Center at DMX 145 COLOR 5 TBC Center at DMX 181 COLOR 6 TBC Center at DMX 217 OPEN END NO COLOR VLZ SPOT Beam Control Strobe Table 3 7 VLZ SPOT DMX Map for Strobe DMX Channel Parameter Range DMX Defaults Description 37 Stro...

Page 48: ...life including when morphed between wheels 1 and 2 Note For standard factory goboloads and position please refer to the information contained in Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 on page 35 of this manual Users can load their own patterns gobos When using custom gobos Vari Lite recommends the following guidelines Rotating gobo wheel 1and 2 have been designated the effects wheel Should only house clear type gags...

Page 49: ...tes the standard gobo configurations Figure 3 3 Gobo Wheels 1and 2 Positions For each wheel and their associated standard gobo refer to VLZ SPOT Gobo Wheel 1 Standard Configuration Chart on page 36 VLZ SPOT Gobo Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart on page 36 OPERATION VLZ SPOT DMX MAPPING 3 ...

Page 50: ...6 03 03 01 0614 Table 3 9 VLZ SPOT Gobo Wheel 2 Standard Configuration Chart Position Gobo Style Part Number Open No Gobo 1 VL GA202 6 03 03 01 0615 2 VL GA275 6 03 03 01 0616 3 VL GA260 6 03 03 01 0617 4 VL GA256 6 03 03 01 0618 5 VL GA205 6 03 03 01 0619 6 VL GA266 6 03 03 01 0620 7 GB028 6 03 03 03 0051 VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual Note Raw artwork shown for gobos and gags is for ...

Page 51: ...Channel 27 for control options Open No Gobo Gobo 1 Leafy Breakup Index Gobo 2 Wavy Triangle Index Gobo 3 Lattice Index Gobo 4 Swirl Index Gobo 5 Radial Breakup Index Gobo 6 Neurons Index Gobo 7 Grid Index Open No Gobo Gobo 1 Leafy Breakup Rotate Gobo 2 Wavy Triangle Rotate Gobo 3 Lattice Rotate Gobo 4 Swirl Rotate Gobo 5 Radial Breakup Rotate Gobo 6 Neurons Rotate Gobo 7 Grid Rotate Open No Gobo G...

Page 52: ...ricked Out Rotate Gobo 4 Punch Card Rotate Gobo 5 Alpha Rays Rotate Gobo 6 HONEYCOMB Rotate Gobo 7 On the Rocks Rotate Open No Gobo Gobo 1 Night Sky Rotate with Mega Stepping Gobo 2 Circle of Ovals Rotate with Mega Stepping Gobo 3 Bricked Out Rotate with Mega Stepping Gobo 4 Punch Card Rotate with Mega Stepping Gobo 5 Alpha Rays Rotate with Mega Stepping Gobo 6 HONEYCOMB Rotate with Mega Stepping ...

Page 53: ...annel data should change as a snap A zero value will give the fastest move however without any smoothing this can appear steppy in console timed moves Note Some parameters have been excluded from the timing channels Wheel spin and gobo rotation rate changes are not affected by timing channels Table 3 12 VLZ SPOT Luminaire Channel Function Timing Channel Relationship DMX Channel Parameter Range DMX...

Page 54: ...n a value to the particular timing channel s you wish to use for timing information see chart on next page Step 4 Set console timing or cue fade time for parameters and timing channels to zero seconds Step 5 Store cue Note Avoid changing timing channel values in a fading cue This can cause unexpected behavior in the luminaire as the timing channel value is updated over time Timing channel values a...

Page 55: ...ions between luminaires As in the case of installing new software versions multiple luminaires can be programmed at the same time if they are data linked together refer to Connecting Data and Power on page 11 however a maximum of 32 luminaires can be updated at once Hardware Requirements OPERATION VLZ SPOT DMX MAPPING 3 ...

Page 56: ...rs Press Step 5 Unplug DMX From Console will be displayed Press to accept Step 6 Once download is complete luminaire will automatically recalibrate Once recalibration is complete recalibrate luminaire one additional time Verify software version at luminaire Step 1 At Menu Display press MODE ESC Step 2 Press arrows until Fixture appears Press Step 3 Press arrows until Version appears Press Part 1 o...

Page 57: ...43 Notes OPERATION VLZ SPOT DMX MAPPING 3 ...

Page 58: ...44 CHAPTER 4 Menu System This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature Menu Operation Menu Functions Self Tests ...

Page 59: ...ystem is controlled by an MODE ESC and four Arrow buttons These buttons function are shown in Figure 4 2 Figure 4 2 Menu Display Location The arrows will have opposite functions if the luminaire is hung upside down in a hanging orientation due to the automatic orientation feature In other words the arrow pointing downward always functions as down decrease and the arrow pointing upward always funct...

Page 60: ...however different time lengths can also be programmed To program a different time length for menu off feature Step 1 Press MODE ESC access the main menu Step 2 Once enabled the menu will function as normal with only the following sub menu sections active Address Configure DMX Fixture Manual Control Test Step 3 Press choose the Configure and press Step 4 Press choose the Display and press Step 5 Pr...

Page 61: ... Enable Default Disable Display Orientation Auto Default Up Down On Time 30 Sec Default 5 Min 10 Min On Reset Defaults Are you sure Select Signal DMX Only Default Art Net On IP2 Art Net On IP10 Set Artnet Set Universe 000 255 Default 000 Ethernet IP XXX XXX XXX XXX Ether Mask IP XXX XXX XXX XXX DMX Data Ch 1 Intensity XXX Value Ch 2 Intensity Fine XXX Value Pan Tilt Swap Pan Tilt Off Default On In...

Page 62: ...ttings Set Position Cal Pan Tilt Re Pos Offset ReCal Position Color Offset Cyan Magenta Yellow CTO Color Wheel1 Color Wheel2 Re Col Offset ReCal Color Gobo Offset Rot Gobo1 Gobo1 Rot Rot Gobo2 Gobo2 Rot Re Gobo Offset ReCal Gobo Optics Offset Prism Prism Rot Frost Frost2 Iris Edge Zoom Re Opt Offset ReCal Optics Diagnostics Fan Check Board Check Sensor Check Debug Table 4 1 VLZ SPOT Menu System Ch...

Page 63: ...ntensity fine Value 0 255 Default 0 Default 0 Test All Test Run ALL TEST Pan Tilt Test Run PAN TILT TEST Test Channel Intensity Run Intensity test Pan runPan test Encoder Pan XXXXXXX Displays Pan Encoder Encoder Tilt XXXXXXX Displays Tilt Encoder VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 64: ...sible menu item is listed alphabetically in the first column by its display abbreviation The second column follows with a definition of the abbreviation and then a third column provides an explanation of its purpose and function MENU SYSTEM MENU OPERATION 4 ...

Page 65: ...e luminaires a DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link Refer to Connecting Data and Power on page 11 for more information regarding the construction of this connector Note After 10 seconds of inactivity the menu display will change to the default state showing the address VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 66: ...52 Notes MENU SYSTEM MENU OPERATION 4 ...

Page 67: ...ubleshooting and routine maintenance which may be necessary during the life of the luminaire Equipment Handling Troubleshooting Routine Maintenance WARNING All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire Never remove covers or backcap while LED is in operation ...

Page 68: ... luminaires and cleaning reflectors Heat When LED are lit the interior of the luminaires becomes very hot To aid in the airflow circulation within the luminaires after dousing the LED wait ten minutes before removing power to the luminaires This will provide enough time for the equipment fan to cool off the unit Users should wait until the unit is cool to the touch before servicing or handling LED...

Page 69: ...All VARI LITE equipment uses solid state electronics and appropriate precautions to protect them should be observed when servicing Printed Circuit Boards PCBs All PC boards should be shipped in electrostatic shielding bags When handling PC boards or components devices such as conductive mats and conductive wrist straps should be used whenever possible If these precautionary devices are not availab...

Page 70: ...alibrate fail NO Sensor On Color Wheel1 Color Wheel1 sensor not found Color Wheel1 ReCalibrate fail NO Sensor On Color Wheel2 Color Wheel2 sensor not found Color Wheel2 ReCalibrate fail NO Sensor On Rot Gobo1 Rotating Gobo1 sensor not found Rotating Gobo1 ReCalibrate fail NO Sensor On Rot Gobo2 Rotating Gobo2 sensor not found Rotating Gobo2 ReCalibrate fail NO Sensor On Gobo1 Rot Rotating Gobo1 In...

Page 71: ...de If a problem is suspected first try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for various error messages and or symptoms TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A ...

Page 72: ...If touched use alcohol and cotton cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of LED To replace LED Step1 Ensure power is removed from luminaire Step2 At rear of luminaire head loosen four Crossed Slot screws Step3 take out the LED Step4 Position new LED with dimple side down Step5 Re tighten four Crossed Slot screws Figure A 1 Installing LED VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual Allow LED to coo...

Page 73: ...ted in their respective original positions to protect their service life Note For standard factory gobo gag loads and position please refer to VLZ SPOT Gobo Effects Control on page 34 of this manual Note Vari Lite cannot guarantee the service life of any custom gobos or gags when used in conjunction with this fixture Owners and users employing custom gobos and gags do so at their own risk To Insta...

Page 74: ...tep 4 Rotate desired gobo wheel until required gobo position is accessible CAUTION Do not push on gobo glass Press on gobo carrier only CAUTION Do not touch gobos with bare fingers Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing To clean refer to Cleaning Optics Filters and Gobos on page 62 VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 75: ... to the gobo lever the end of the spring out remove the spring and then lift the gobo out of the goboholder b See illustration below Hold the gobo with the dark side facing upwards towards the teeth in the goboholder Match up the alignment marks arrowed in the gobo and goboholder Lay the new gobo flat in the goboholder Figure A 4 Install New Gobo c Insert gobo carrier into wheel ensuring that carr...

Page 76: ...reflector may require cleaning after extended use FRONT LENS Use a isopropyl alcohol with a soft lint free cloth to clean the front lens OPTICS COLOR FILTERS GOBOS Use Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol along with a soft lint free cloth to clean the optics color filters REFLECTOR Use Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol along with a soft lint free cloth to clean the reflector CAUTION Do not continuously rub col...

Page 77: ...uss hooks on two provided truss hook brackets as required as shown in Figure A 5 Step 2 Determine required configuration of bracket installation Brackets may be insta lled in many different orientations as shown in Figure A 6 Step 3 While pulling up on locking mechanism release fit keyed holes onto raised mounting buttons at bottom of enclosure Slide forward and release locking mechanism to lock i...

Page 78: ...64 Figure A 6 Installing Brackets on Luminaire Enclosure VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 79: ...65 Notes TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A ...

Page 80: ...e High performance dual blade strobe system capable of ultra fast operation Rotating Gobo Wheels Two gobo effects wheels combine to each offer seven rotatable indexable gobo positions and one open position Edge and Pattern Focus Variable beam focus to soften edges of gobos or spots Remarkable depth of field capability allows morphing effects between all pattern and effects wheels Variable Frost In...

Page 81: ...er Requirements Standard AC power distribution from 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz The unit requires up to 15 A depending on the AC supply voltage Control Compatible with a wide variety of DMX512 consoles DMX Channels 43 Mounting Position The VLZ SPOT luminaire can be mounted and operated in any orientation Weight 44kg VARI LITE VLZ SPOT Luminaire User s Manual ...

Page 82: ...68 Dimensions TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE B ...

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