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Americas Tel:  +1 613 270 9990

7.  Disable Remote Control Set-up

The security features implemented in the VARIO 

illuminator and VARIO remote control are designed 

to ensure that the system cannot be programmed 

by unauthorised personnel. The system is automatically in 

programming mode once the illuminator is powered up. 

 

Once the installer/user has finished programming the settings of 

the VARIO illuminator, they can choose to lock-in these settings 

by pressing the ‘Disable Remote Set-up’ button.

To activate this feature, the button must be pressed 

continuously for at least 

4 seconds

. This is to avoid the 

possibility of activating this feature accidentally. If remote set-

up is not disabled from the Remote Control, the illuminator will 

remain in programming mode for a pre-determined time of  

4 weeks. After 4 weeks from power-up, remote set-up will be 

automatically disabled. 

Please note: To enable programming mode again after 

remote set-up has been disabled, the VARIO illuminator must 

be powered off (for at least 10 seconds) then on again - the 

illuminator will then automatically re-enter programming 

mode.

We would normally recommend  to disable remote set-up once 

you have finished programming an individual VARIO illuminator 

and are satisfied that it is delivering the required operating 

performance. This will help to avoid tampering and the possibility 

of receiving commands when programming other units in close 

proximity. 

9.  Mechanical Details and Battery 

Information

Dimensions:  40 x 87 x 7.5 mm

Weight:  

10g

Battery: CR2025

8.  Control Feature Combinations

The following features can be altered / adjusted when 

programmed or used together:

Power 

Adjust

Timer

Photocell 

Sensitivity

Remote 

Dim

LED Status 

Indicator

Power

 

Adjust

Timer

Photocell

 

Sensitivity

Remote

 

Dim

LED Status

 

Indicator

10. VARIO Remote Control Troubleshoot

 

 

(see VARIO instructions for troubleshooting of illuminator)

Ensure all tests are undertaken by a qualified, trained engineer. 

Ensure safe working practices are followed at all times.

Troubleshoot

-  Ensure no other strong Infra-Red source is pointing at the 

remote receiver which is on the bottom of the unit.

-  Ensure that there is a clear line of site between the unit and 

remote with no possible obstructions.

-  In bright sunlight, distance between the unit and remote may 

need to be reduced.

-  Switch STATUS button on /off to check the status of unit. If 

the unit is in Programming Mode (indicated by FLASHING 

AMBER), a SOLID RED LED indicates a problem with an 

internal LED, and a FLASHING RED LED indicates an input 

voltage problem. * See section 1A for instructions on how to 

extinguish red flashing LED.

-  In Normal Operating Mode, SOLID AMBER denotes incorrect 

input voltage. ** See section 1B for instructions on how to 

extinguish solid amber LED. SOLID RED indicates internal 

LED fault.

-  If attempting to use Remote Control, ensure the unit is in 

programming mode (FLASHING AMBER LED) If not in 

programming mode, re-power VARIO illuminator. Turn power 

off for at least 10 seconds and then power on.

-  Check battery on remote (CR2025)

If the remote is still not delivering the required performance, 

please contact Raytec for further assistance on +44 (0)1670 

520055 or +1 613 270 9990 for Americas.

Vario Remote – Quick Set Up Instructions

1. At power up, the unit enters programming mode 

 

(FLASHING AMBER LED)

SOLID GREEN LED shows unit receiving power

FLASHING GREEN - Remote control IR receiver problem

SOLID AMBER LED shows unit receiving valid command

SOLID RED – Internal LED Fault Detected

FLASHING RED – Voltage supply problem detected
Unit stays in programming mode for 4 weeks or until remote 

control set-up disabled

2.  If required: Adjust Power

Press 5 for 100% power, 4 for 80%, 3 for 60%, 4 for 40% and 2 

for 20% power. 

Factory Default = 100%

3.  If required: Adjust Photocell Sensitivity

Press: Top Button for Low Sensitivity:  25 Lux On  50 Lux Off

2nd  Button for Medium Sensitivity:  10 Lux On  30 Lux Off

3rd  Button for High Sensitivity: 

5 Lux On  15 Lux Off

Bottom button to disable photocell 

 

Factory Default = Medium Sensitivity

Unit factory-set to turn on/off automatically from Photocell.  

Orange and Purple Telemetry input wires are joined to 

mimic volt-free input (dry contact). Separate the wires to 

use with remote switch or input.

4.  Telemetry Input - General Wiring of Remote Switch or Input

Any external switch or input must be wired into Orange and 

Purple wires (Telemetry Input Wires). These wires accept both 

volt-free input or TTL:
Volt-free input:  Non Polarity Sensitive. Short circuit = Light On

TTL input: 

Orange = TTL+ve, Purple = TTL –ve (GND)

   

0V = Light On, 3V =  Light Off

4a. TEL  Select this option to turn lamp on/off remotely 

from a remote input or switch. 

This is the factory 

default setting.

4b. DIM  Select DIM  to dim lamp remotely from an input 

or switch. First input reduces power. Second input 

increases power … and so on.

4c.TIMER Press and release TEL – then select required 

period of time for unit to stay on after Telemetry 

Input. Timings associated with each button 

shown in section 4 of main instructions. 

 

To cancel Timer function press Timer Disable.

5.  To turn LED Status Indicators on and off – Press STATUS 

button.

6.  To restore all factory settings press RESET button. Defaults 

shown in section 6. This button must be pressed continuously 

for 

4 seconds

 to activate function.

7.  Press this button to disable programming mode. Button must 

be depressed for at least 

4 seconds

. Only do this when you 

are happy with the set-up and installation of your unit.

UK / Europe

T: +44 (0) 1670 520055
F: +44 (0) 1670 819760 
[email protected]

Americas (Toll Free)

T: +1 888 505 8335
[email protected]

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