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Quick Start Guide
VL2600
ProfiLe, SPot, WaSh
02.1711.0022 reV B 09/21
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 in link.
Step 3. At last luminaire in link, install male termination connector at DATA THRU connector.
(Luminaires and other devices on the same DMX chain may not function properly without
termination.)
Step 4. Connect AC Input Cable connector to power input source.
Step 5. Dress AC input and data cables and secure them so that they will not interfere with luminaire
head and yoke movement.
FLOOR MOUNTING
All luminaires included in this manual are designed to sit directly on its base in a floor installation
application. When used in this type of application, be sure to leave enough space around the luminaire
to allow proper, uninterrupted airflow for cooling and movement.
HANGING THE FIXTURE
The VL2600 Profile, Spot, Wash can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to
work with the type of load created by this moving luminaire. Two mounting truss hooks or other mounting
hardware are required. Many compatible truss hooks are available from different manufacturers for your
particular needs.
A minimum of two hooks per luminaire is required. If mounting method does not use truss hooks, two
attachment points, per luminaire, are required.
Install mounting hardware and brackets:
Step 1. Install truss hooks on two provided truss hook brackets as
required as shown.
NOTE:
Various types of truss hooks can be used. The Mega Claw truss hook, as
well as many other standard hooks, can be ordered separately.
Step 2. Determine required configuration of bracket installation.
Brackets may be installed in many different orientations as
shown.
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 place. Ensure
brackets are locked securely.
WARNING:
Ensure that the bracket locking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the fixture.
VL2600 Profile/Spot/Wash Luminaire Channel Requirements*
DMX512
Channels
Description
Menu Display
23 Channels
16-Bit Mode
(default)
16
**DMX terminator required for last fixture on DMX line.
Data In
Data Thru
Data Thru
Termination**
Mount Bracket
Mega Claw
Truss Hook
(not provided)
Truss Hook
Hardware
(not provided)