VL550D
VL550D
Wash
Wash
l u m i n a i r e
Back by popular demand, the VARI
❋
LITE VL550D
Wash luminaire is based upon the Emmy® Award-
winning VL5 Wash luminaire, but with significant
design improvements. The drive system quiets all two-
phase motors both when moving and static. Three-
phase, ultra quiet stepper motors provide for smooth
and quiet pan and tilt operation.
The patented and innovative DICHRO
❋
TUNE radial
color mixing system employs three sets of 16 radially
mounted dichroic blades – magenta, blue, and amber
– designed to produce a smooth, full spectrum of color
cross-fades.
This luminaire is also available with pastel versions of
the standard colors. The pastel colors offer a softer
Broadway-type color palette often used in live theater.
In addition to its internal dimmer for intensity control,
the VL550D utilizes 16 radially mounted
diffuser planes to control beam spread. For additional
beam control, the VL550D may be purchased with six
interchangeable lens options, including clear, stipple
(included in stock fixture), 8-row, 10-row, 12-row, and
Buxom.
The VL550D is designed with natural convection
cooled lamps, and internally cooled electronics which
utilize low velocity, low noise micro-fans. Two on-
demand fans are mounted internally in the yoke arms
and activate only in extreme conditions where ambient
temperature exceeds 41˚ C, or if the fixture is mounted
in a horizontal position. User override is possible
through the unit’s menu display.
The VL550D is a stand-alone fixture with no additional
on-board equipment required. Simply plug in DMX512
and power, and the VL550D may be controlled through
a variety of DMX512 lighting control consoles.
The VL550D comes standard with an on-board, backlit,
invertible LCD display. This enhanced display is easy to
read with or without the backlight on.
Tungsten with Integral IGBT Dimmer
Programmable Functions
Intensity Control:
Integral IGBT Dimmer.
Color Mixing System:
Patented
DICHRO
❋
TUNE radial color changing mechanism features independent
magenta, blue, and amber color control. All motors utilize a noise reducing, drive system
that quiets operation during movement and also while static.
Beam Control:
A selection of six, easily interchangeable front lenses work with the internal radial diffusing
mechanism to provide a variety of beam sizes and shapes. (Stipple lens comes included in
the standard model.)
Pan and Tilt:
Smooth, time-controlled continuous motion by way of a high-power stepper motor system
capable of 0.3˚ resolution.
Range:
Pan - 540˚, Tilt - 270˚.
Description
Source:
120V/1200W Tungsten Halogen Lamp
Color Temperature: 3200K
230V/1000W Tungsten Halogen Lamp
Color Temperature: 3200K
Power Requirements:
100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz. (Draws 6 to 14 Amps depending on lamp / input voltage.)
Reflector:
Precision parabolic glass reflector system with dichroic cold mirror coating.
Operational Temperature:
-20˚ to 122˚F (-29˚ to 50˚C)
Cooling:
Natural convection cooling supported by on-demand micro-fans for high temperature
applications.
Control:
Completely compatible with a wide variety of DMX512 lighting control consoles.
DMX Channels:
8 - 13 channels depending upon model selected.
Mounting Position:
May be mounted and operated in any orientation.
Spacing:
Hangs on 21 inch (53.34 cm) centers.
Weight:
48 lbs (21.8 kg).
Ordering Information
Standard Color Dichroic Glass:
20.9683.0002
VL550D Wash, 120V Dimmer, Standard DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes 120V
1200W Lamp and Stipple Lens (NSP)
20.9683.0002.02
VL550D Wash, WHITE, 120V Dimmer, Standard DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes
120V 1200W Lamp and Stipple Lens (NSP)
20.9683.0003
VL550D Wash, 230V Dimmer, Standard DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes 230V
1000W Lamp and Stipple Lens (NSP)
20.9683.0003.02
VL550D Wash, WHITE, 230V Dimmer, Standard DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes
230V 1000W Lamp and Stipple Lens (NSP)
Pastel Color Dichroic Glass:
20.9683.0012
VL550D Wash, 120V Dimmer, Pastel DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes 120V 1200W
Lamp
20.9683.0012.02
VL550D Wash, WHITE, 120V Dimmer, Pastel DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes 120V
1200W
Lamp
20.9683.0013
VL550D Wash, 230V Dimmer, Pastel DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes 230V 1000W
Lamp
20.9683.0013.02
VL550D Wash, WHITE, 230V Dimmer, Pastel DICHRO
❋
TUNE Color System, Includes 230V
1000W
Lamp
Accessories:
71.2529.0120
120V/1200W Tungsten Replacement Lamp
71.2526.0230
230V/1000W Tungsten Replacement Lamp
42.9685.0201
Clear Lens (VNSP)
42.9685.0207
Stipple Lens (NSP) Standard with Fixture
42.9685.0203
8-Row Lenticular Lens (MFL)
42.9685.0206
10-Row Lenticular Lens (MFL)
42.9685.0204
12-Row Lenticular Lens (WFL)
42.9685.0205
Buxom Lens (VWFL)
22.9620.0194
Safety Cable Assembly
28.8500.0054
USB Luminaire Programming Kit
55.6840.0001
Truss Hook, Mega-Clamp (Round and Square)
55.6841.0001
Truss Hook, Mega-Claw (for 2” Round Tube)
