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  • Page 2 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 Vari-Lite, a Philips group company, 10911 Petal Street Dallas, Texas 75238 USA. Version as of: 01 June 2009 Part number: 02.9686.0001 B...
  • Page 3 OREWORD How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this VARI❋LITE® product. To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548), +1-214-647-7880, or customerservice@genlytecontrols.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
  • Page 4 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL Compliance Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 5 The following lamps are approved for use: Osram SharXS ® 1500 W/D7/60 metal halide lamp (included with luminaires), Philips / MSR 1510 Gold™ SA/DE Lamp, or GE CSR 1500/S/DE/60 96800 Lamp. Installing any other lamp types can be hazardous.
  • Page 6 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION 1. Many VARI❋LITE® luminaires use a lamp that produces UV radiation. DO NOT look directly at lamp.
  • Page 7 OREWORD Sicherheitshinweise Es ist äußerst wichtig, ALLE Sicherheitsinformationen und -hinweise in diesem Handbuch und dem beiliegenden Informationsmaterial zu lesen, bevor Sie die hierin beschriebenen Produkte installieren bzw. bedienen. Halten Sie bei der Installation und dem Einsatz dieses Produkts alle Warnhinweise und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ein.
  • Page 8 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL WARNUNG: HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ÜBERHÖHTE UV-STRAHLUNG 1. Viele VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer verwenden die Lampentyp, der UV-Strahlen abgibt. SCHAUEN SIE NICHT direkt in die Lampe. 2. Es ist gefährlich, Leuchten ohne Linsen oder Blenden zu bedienen. Blenden, Linsen oder Ultraviolettschirme müssen ausgetauscht werden, sofern deren Schutzwirkung durch sichtbare Beschädigung (z.
  • Page 9 OREWORD Notes de sécurité Avant de procéder à l’installation des produits décrits dans ce guide et de les mettre en marche, il est extrêmement important de lire TOUS les renseignements et TOUTES les directives de sécurité contenues dans ce guide ainsi que toute documentation jointe. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements et suivre toutes les précautions pendant l’installation et l’utilisation de cet appareil.
  • Page 10 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL AVERTISSEMENT: DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE UNE EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV 1. Plusieurs luminaires VARI❋LITE® utilisent une lampe qui produit des rayons UV. NE PAS fixer son regard sur la lampe.
  • Page 11 OREWORD Aviso sobre Seguridad Es muy importante leer TODA la información e instrucciones sobre seguridad que se indica en este manual así como en los documentos adjuntos antes de instalar y operar los productos descritos. Se debe prestar atención a todos los avisos y advertencias durante la instalación y uso de este producto. Los símbolos de seguridad usados en este manual son los siguientes: CUIDADO, indica posibles daños al producto.
  • Page 12 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL ADVERTENCIA: INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICIÓN EXCESIVA DE RADIACIÓN ULTRA VIOLETA 1. Muchas luminarias VARI❋LITE® usan un tipo de lámpara que produce radiación UV. NO mire directamente a la lámpara.
  • Page 13 OREWORD 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 20 09...
  • Page 14 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual ........................1 Additional Documentation......................1 Text Conventions ........................2 Customer Service ........................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Features List..........................4 Components Included Items: VL3500 Wash Luminaire................5 Included Items: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire................6 Replacement Items/Accessories....................
  • Page 16 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Chapter 3. Operation DMX Operation Channel Mapping: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire ..............26 Channel Mapping: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire ............... 28 Control Channel Functions ..................... 31 DMX Mapping Color Control .......................... 33 Color Mixing ........................
  • Page 17 ABLE OF ONTENTS Color Filter Replacement ......................69 FX Pattern Replacement (VL3500 Wash FX Only) ............... 71 Cleaning Front Lens........................ 74 Appendix B. Technical Specifications Specifications VL3500 Wash and VL3500 Wash FX Luminaires ..............76 Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash Luminaire................78 Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire..............
  • Page 18 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...

  • Page 19: About This Manual

    NTRODUCTION BOUT ANUAL Introduction About This Manual This manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine maintenance for the VARI❋LITE® VL3500™ Wash Luminaire and the VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire. Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your luminaire.

  • Page 20: Text Conventions

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL1000 ERS ’ LUMINAIRE ANUAL Text Conventions The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual: Style Meaning [Button] Front panel button. Example: Press [Menu]. [Up] / [Down] arrows Press either [Up] or [Down] arrow button at Menu Display.

  • Page 21: Chapter 1. Description

    HAPTER Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with a list of accessories that are available. • Features • Components 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 2 009...

  • Page 22: Features

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL Features Features List VL3500™ Wash & VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires • Three-filter CYM color mixing system. • Variable CTO color correction wheel. • Full field dimming system. •...

  • Page 23: Components

    ESCRIPTION OMPONENTS Components Included Items: VL3500 Wash Luminaire The following illustration shows all the items included with the luminaire. Buxom Lens (installed) p/n: 21.9686.2164 (right) / 21.9686.2165 (left) Quick Start Sheet Registration Card Vari-Lite Customer Service Product Support Sheet User’s Manual (CD ROM) Warranty Card Vari-Lite QA Certificate Stippled PC Lens...

  • Page 24: Included Items: Vl3500 Wash Fx Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL Included Items: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire The following illustration shows all the items included with the luminaire. Buxom Lens (installed) p/n: 21.9686.2164 (right) / 21.9686.2165 (left) Quick Start Sheet Registration Card Vari-Lite Customer Service...

  • Page 25: Replacement Items/Accessories

    ESCRIPTION OMPONENTS Replacement Items/Accessories The following optional and/or replacement items can be ordered directly from Vari-Lite. (Please order by Vari-Lite part number.) Vari-Lite P/N Accessory 21.9686.0617 Front Lens, Stipple 21.9686.0618 Front Lens, Clear PC 21.9686.0619 Front Lens, Fresnel 21.9686.1617 Front Lens, ULTRA Clear PC 21.9686.0620 Internal Lens, Fresnel 21.9686.2164...

  • Page 26: Luminaire Overview

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W & VL3500™ W FX L ’ UMINAIRES ANUAL Luminaire Overview The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls. Head Assembly Houses color, strobe, and beam spreader mechanisms Front Lens Assembly AC Input Cable Backcap Assembly Provides access to lamp Input Panel...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Installation

    HAPTER Installation This chapter contains instructions for installation 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. • Power and Data Cabling Requirements •...

  • Page 28: Power And Data Cabling Requirements

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. 10 amps is required. 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: Wire * Connection...

  • Page 29: Data Cables

    NSTALLATION OWER AND ABLING EQUIREMENTS Data Cables The VL3500™ Wash Luminaire are equipped with two, 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA IN and DATA THRU (out) applications. DATA IN requires a 5-pin, female XLR connector and DATA THRU requires a 5-pin, male XLR connector. When purchasing or constructing data cables, it is important that not only the correct cable type be used, but also quality cable to ensure a reliable DMX512 system.

  • Page 30: Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers These are only a few of the suitable cable types. Any quality EIA485, twisted pair, 120 ohm, shielded cable will also work. Table 2-1: Recommended Cable Types ∗ Type Pairs Jacket...

  • Page 31: Warnings And Cautions

    ® use: Osram SharXS 1500 W/D7/60 metal halide lamp (shipped with units), Philips / MSR 1510 Gold™ SA/DE Lamp, or GE CSR 1500/S/DE/60 96800 Lamp. Installing any other lamp types can be hazardous. Dispose of used lamps properly. Users can check the latest version of Vari-Lite Technical Notice TN-248, on the Vari-Lite web site, for all approved lamps.

  • Page 32: Installation Procedures

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Installation Procedures Hanging the Luminaire The VL3500™ Wash Luminaire can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to work with the type of load created by this moving luminaire. Two mounting bracket assemblies (provided) are used to attach truss hooks or other mounting hardware as required.
  • Page 33 NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURES Step 2. Determine required configuration of bracket installation. Brackets may be installed in either orientation as shown. Bracket Bracket Bracket Bracket Figure 2-2: Bracket Orientation Options Step 3. While pulling up on locking mechanism release, fit keyed holes onto raised mounting buttons at bottom of enclosure.
  • Page 34 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL WARNING: Ensure that the bracket locking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the luminaire. Truss Hook Bracket Locking Mechanism Keyed Hole Face brackets in same direction for all configurations Press up when installing or releasing...
  • Page 35 NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURES Installing in Truss: Step 1. Using two people, lift luminaire into mounting position. Step 2. Secure in place with truss hook. Ensure truss hook hardware that locks hook in place (e.g. wing bolt) is properly tightened and that luminaire is fully supported. Step 3.

  • Page 36: Floor Mounting The Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Floor Mounting the Luminaire The luminaire enclosure is sufficient to stabilize the luminaire in a floor installation, provided that the mounting surface is flat and sturdy. Light Beam Projects Intense Heat: Do not illuminate objects within 3.5 m (11.5 feet).

  • Page 37: Powering Up

    NSTALLATION OWERING Powering Up Power Up and Configuration Procedure Because Lamp On is the default state, the lamp strikes when the luminaire is powered up for the first time. When AC power is applied, the luminaire immediately begins a calibration sequence that steps it through pan and tilt movements.

  • Page 38: Addressing

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Addressing Program Starting Address The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display (refer to “Menu Operation” on page 50). The luminaire retains the DMX address even when power is removed. Note: Refer to your console operating instructions for specific information regarding its addressing requirements.

  • Page 39: Powering Down And Packing Up

    NSTALLATION OWERING OWN AND ACKING Powering Down and Packing Up Pack-Up Cues for Shipping: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire To prepare the VL3500™ Wash Luminaire for shipment, Vari-Lite recommends specific pack-up cues and console default values. In particular, to minimize the possibility of damage during transport, set ®...

  • Page 40: Pack-Up Cues For Shipping: Vl3500™ Wash Fx Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Pack-Up Cues for Shipping: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire To prepare the VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire for shipment, Vari-Lite recommends specific pack-up cues and console default values. In particular, to minimize the possibility of damage during transport, ™...

  • Page 41: Packing For Transportation And Shipment

    NSTALLATION OWERING OWN AND ACKING Packing for Transportation and Shipment For transportation and shipping case requirements, see Technical Notice TN-235, "Transportation and Shipping Case Requirements" in the "Support" area of the Vari-Lite website at www.vari-lite.com 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 20 09...
  • Page 42 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...
  • Page 43 HAPTER Operation This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and for updating the internal software. • DMX Operation • DMX Mapping • Luminaire Timing • Updating Software 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 2 009...

  • Page 44: Channel Mapping: Vl3500™ Wash Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Operation Channel Mapping: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire These tables assume a DMX start address of 1. When a different starting address is used, this address becomes channel 1 function and other functions follow in sequence. (There is only one DMX mode for this luminaire, which is Enhanced 16-bit Mode.) Table 3-1: VL3500™...
  • Page 45 : DMX O PERATION PERATION Table 3-1: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire Enhanced 16-Bit Mode Strobe 0 - 255 0 - 100% Controls Strobe mechanism. 0 to 2 = Open 3 to 5 = Closed 6 to 7 = Slow Random 8 to 10 = Medium Random 11 to 12 = Fast Random 13 to 255 = Strobe Speed Range (255 - fast) Aperture Wheel...

  • Page 46: Channel Mapping: Vl3500™ Wash Fx Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Channel Mapping: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire These tables assume a DMX start address of 1. When a different starting address is used, this address becomes channel 1 function and other functions follow in sequence. (There is only one DMX mode for this luminaire, which is Enhanced 16-bit Mode.) Table 3-2: VL3500™...
  • Page 47 : DMX O PERATION PERATION Table 3-2: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire Enhanced 16-Bit Mode Strobe 0 - 255 0 - 100% Controls Strobe mechanism. 0 to 2 = Open 3 to 5 = Closed 6 to 7 = Slow Random 8 to 10 = Medium Random 11 to 12 = Fast Random 13 to 255 = Strobe Speed Range (255 - fast)
  • Page 48 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-2: VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaire Enhanced 16-Bit Mode Control 0 - 255 0 - 100% Used to strike/douse lamp, set lamp levels, and other various functions, as well as resetting the luminaire via the console.

  • Page 49: Control Channel Functions

    : DMX O PERATION PERATION Control Channel Functions Control channel functions allow special actions such as reset, lamp on/off and partial recalibration. These must be executed with zero time transition or with timing disabled. Discrete values must be used; not manual controls such as faders or encoders (see chart below for values). WARNING: Light Beam Projects Intense Heat Do not illuminate objects within 3.5 m (11.5 feet) of the VL3500™...
  • Page 50 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL To use control channel functions: Step 1. Select an action to be sent. Step 2. Set control channel value for desired action (for example, 84 for reset). Hold value for at least 3 seconds (when applicable).

  • Page 51: Dmx Mapping

    : DMX M PERATION APPING DMX Mapping Color Control The luminaire’s color system is composed of a color mixing mechanism and two fixed color wheels. The follow sections describe these components. Color Mixing The color mixing mechanism is made up of four graduated color disks: cyan, yellow, magenta and CTO (color temperature orange).

  • Page 52: Fixed Color Wheel 2

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Fixed Color Wheel 2 The wheel contains six positions, one of which is open. The following illustration shows the standard positions and color configuration: Pos 2 Blue Position Color Filter Part Number Pos 3 Open Pos 1...

  • Page 53: Beam Control

    : DMX M PERATION APPING Beam Control Strobe Table 3-6: DMX Map for Strobe % Value DMX Value Action Open Closed Slow Random 8-10 Med Random 11-12 Fast Random 5-100 13-255 Speed Range Aperture Table 3-7: DMX Map for Aperture (VL3500 Wash Only) Description DMX Value Action...

  • Page 54: Fx Pattern Wheel (Vl3500 Wash Fx Only)

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL FX Pattern Wheel (VL3500 Wash FX Only) This wheel has five positions, one being open. The following illustration shows the standard effects pattern configurations: POS 1 Position Pattern Style Part Number Sensor Open POS 5...

  • Page 55: Index/Rotation

    : DMX M PERATION APPING Index/Rotation The FX Pattern wheel operates in two modes: INDEX Mode and ROTATE Mode. The corresponding values are given in the DMX Map Tables below. Patterns will also behave as follows: • FX Pattern wheel will only stop at whole images. •...

  • Page 56: Luminaire Timing

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Luminaire Timing Timing Channel Information Timing channel control improves the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. We provide up to four timing channels, one for focus (Pan and Tilt), one for color parameters, one for beam parameters, and one for FX Pattern wheel position (VL3500 Wash FX only).
  • Page 57 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Table 3-10: VL3500™ Wash and VL3500 Wash FX Channel Function / Timing Channel Relationship Timing Channel Channel Function Focus Color FX Pattern Time Beam Time Time Time (FX Only) Pan (Hi Byte/Lo Byte) Tilt (Hi Byte/Lo Byte) Blue Amber Magenta...
  • Page 58 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Timing channels can be set in either % or 0-255 (DMX) modes, with the following values assigned: Timing Channels Map Table 3-11: % Value = Seconds Full Speed 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...
  • Page 59 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Timing Channels Map Table 3-11: (Continued) % Value = Seconds 10.2 10.4 10.6 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 20 09...
  • Page 60 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Timing Channels Map Table 3-11: (Continued) % Value = Seconds 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...
  • Page 61 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Timing Channels Map Table 3-11: (Continued) % Value = Seconds 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 20 09...
  • Page 62 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Timing Channels Map Table 3-11: (Continued) % Value = Seconds 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...
  • Page 63 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Timing Channels Map Table 3-11: (Continued) % Value = Seconds Follows Cue Data 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 20 09...

  • Page 64: Updating Software

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Updating Software USB Download To download files with a PC equipped with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, you need the VARI❋LITE® USB Luminaire Programming Kit (28.8500.0054). The VARI❋LITE® USB Luminaire Programming Kit (28.8500.0054) includes: •...

  • Page 65: Transferring Software From Luminaire To Luminaire

    PERATION PDATING OFTWARE Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire It is possible to transfer specific software versions between luminaires. As in the case of installing new software versions, multiple luminaires can be programmed at the same time when they are data linked together (refer to “Connecting Data and Power”...
  • Page 66 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...

  • Page 67: Chapter 4. Menu System

    HAPTER Menu System This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature. • Menu Operation • Menu Functions • Self-Tests 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 2 009...

  • Page 68: Menu Operation

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu Operation What Is the Menu System? The menu system is a programmable set of commands used to configure, address, operate, and test the luminaire. The menu system is controlled at the Menu Display available at the enclosure input panel. Menu Display AC PWR DATA IN...

  • Page 69: Default State

    YSTEM PERATION To enter the menu system, first press [Menu]. The functions displayed will be 1st level functions. Scroll through the 1st level functions by pressing [Up] / [Down] arrows. Once the desired function appears in the display, press [Enter]. You are now at the 2nd level. Once again, press the [Up] / [Down] arrows to scroll through 2nd level functions.

  • Page 70: Menu Functions

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu Functions Menu System Overview Representation of entire VL3500™ Wash Luminaire menu system. Address Manual 1 - 512 value Tilt value Setup Dimmer value Model Wash Strobe value Cyan value Lamp Config Power Yellow...

  • Page 71: Menu System Function Chart

    YSTEM UNCTIONS Menu System Function Chart The following is a detailed look at the internal menu system. Table 4-1: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Address XXX value 1 thru 512 Setup Model Luminaire Type Wash...
  • Page 72 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-1: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel DATA * Chan XXX DMX Channel XXXX Value 0 - 255 DMX Data Pan/Tilt Pan and Tilt Swap Swap Pan &...
  • Page 73 YSTEM UNCTIONS Table 4-1: VL3500™ Wash Luminaire Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test All SEQ Test all RUN TEST Run-Test in Progress Press [Menu] to mechanisms in order, X stop tests steps. Pan/Tilt RUN TEST Run-Test in Progress RUN TEST Run-Test in Progress Tilt...

  • Page 74: Menu Function Definitions

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu Function Definitions For easy reference, each possible 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.
  • Page 75 YSTEM UNCTIONS Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Fixture Fixture Accesses luminaire information such as serial number, software version, and total operation hours. Also accesses recalibration and download options. FX Wheel FX Wheel Specifies FX wheel for manual control (Manual) or testing (Test). FX Index FX Wheel Specifies FX index function for manual control (Manual) or testing (Test).
  • Page 76 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose STST Sensor Test Indicates that a system sensor test is in progress. Studio Zoom Mode Zoom configuration is in quiet mode for studio use. Swap Swap Swaps pan/tilt action for special focus requirements.

  • Page 77: Self-Tests

    YSTEM ESTS Self-Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self-tests by using the menu functions. Test When running tests on multiple luminaires, a male termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link. Refer to “Connecting Data and Power”...
  • Page 78 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Movement Disable option allows pan and tilt to be disabled so that the luminaire can be placed in any Movement position for testing without movement occurring. In order to regain full control of the luminaire, will need to be enabled after testing.

  • Page 79: Appendix A. Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    PPENDIX Troubleshooting and Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and routine maintenance which may be necessary during the life of the luminaire. • Troubleshooting • Routine Maintenance WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire.

  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Troubleshooting Error Messages If a problem occurs during luminaire calibration, at the end of the calibration sequence the Menu Display cycles through any applicable error message(s) until the end of the list is reached. To review the error messages again, re-access them using the function.

  • Page 81: Routine Maintenance

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver and lint-free cotton gloves WARNING: Ensure that power is removed from luminaire when installing lamp. Always wear eye protection when opening lamp box and replacing lamps. CAUTION: Wear cotton gloves or other covering while installing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and can cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life.

  • Page 82: Align Lamp

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Align Lamp After a new lamp is installed, the lamp must be aligned to optimize the beam. Whenever a lens is changed, lamp alignment can also be beneficial. Adjustment knobs are located on the backcap. WARNING: Backcap and adjustment knobs are HOT during lamp operation.

  • Page 83: Internal Lens Replacement

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Internal Lens Replacement Tools: • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Lint-Free Cotton Gloves To replace the internal lens assembly: Step 1. Using control console, set the VARI❋BRITE mode to closed. Move the internal lens assembly to front (zoom wide) of the head assembly (near luminaire front lens) WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance.
  • Page 84 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Internal Lens Replacement (continued) Head Cover * Clean any fingerprints on lenses with CAUTION: isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth. Retaining Knobs 1/4-Turn Screw Internal Lens Assembly Detail A Retaining Knobs Cross Strap Lens Assembly Post...

  • Page 85: Front Lens Assembly Removal

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Front Lens Assembly Removal Tools: • 5/32" Allen wrench • Lint-Free Cotton Gloves To replace the front lens assembly: WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Internal fixture components, assemblies and the front lens can be HOT after operation. Allow items to adequately cool before replacing.
  • Page 86 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Front Lens Assembly Removal (continued) Clean any fingerprints on lenses with CAUTION isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth. Front Lens Assembly Mounting Holes Front Lens Assembly Guide Pins Front Lens Assembly Captive Screws Lens is heavy.

  • Page 87: Color Filter Replacement

    • lint-free cotton gloves • #2 Philips screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Filters can be HOT after operation. Allow the fixture to cool before replacing filters. To replace a color filter on Color Wheel 1 (closest to the lamp): Step 1.
  • Page 88 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Color Filter Replacement (continued) Step 6. Orienting coated side of filter towards lamp, slide new filter under the spring clip until it is securely retained by the lock pins. Step 7. Replace the head cover. Assembly With Color Wheels Do not touch filters with bare fingers.

  • Page 89: Fx Pattern Replacement (Vl3500 Wash Fx Only)

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE FX Pattern Replacement (VL3500 Wash FX Only) WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Patterns can be HOT after operation. Allow the fixture to cool before removing patterns. WARNING: Users of VARI❋LITE® luminaires should not install or use metal effects patterns or gobos.
  • Page 90 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL CAUTION: Do not touch patterns with bare fingers. Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing or cleaning patterns. To clean patterns, use isopropyl alcohol and soft cloth. Step 4. Rotate Yellow Wheel until cut-out faces up. Step 5.
  • Page 91 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE FX Pattern Replacement (VL3500 Wash FX Only) (continued) Assembly With Rotating Effects Patterns (Do not remove. See detail) Do not touch patterns with bare CAUTION: fingers. Wear cotton gloves. Planet Gear Assembly Planet Gear Effects Pattern (black side) Indexing Mark Effects Pattern Retaining Spring Cooling Air Duct...

  • Page 92: Cleaning Front Lens

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Cleaning Front Lens The front lens can be cleaned using isopropyl alcohol and a soft, lint-free cloth. In the event that the front lens assembly needs to be removed for cleaning, refer to “Front Lens Assembly Removal”...

  • Page 93: Appendix B. Technical Specifications

    PPENDIX Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications and photometric information for all models of the luminaire. • Specifications • Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash Luminaire • Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire 02.96 86.000 1 B 01 J un e 2 009...

  • Page 94: Vl3500 Wash And Vl3500 Wash Fx Luminaires

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Specifications VL3500 Wash and VL3500 Wash FX Luminaires PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS Color System A three-filter CYM cross-fading mechanism. Two fixed-color wheels each with six interchangeable color filter positions, one of which is open, and continuous wheel rotation for additional effects.
  • Page 95 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE FX Patterns (VL3500 Wash FX only) FX Patterns are 2.0 inches (50.8 mm) in diameter and 0.043 inches (1.1 mm) in thickness. (Metal patterns are not acceptable.) OPERATIONAL Power Requirements Standard AC power distribution from 200-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz. The fixture requires 7 to 12 A depending on the AC supply voltage.

  • Page 96: Photometric Data: Vl3500 Wash Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash Luminaire Front Lens Clear Stippled Fresnel 59900 lm 54400 lm 44800 lm 4140 fc 2040 fc 1640 fc 44560 lux 21930 lux 17630 lux ø = 6.5 ft ø...

  • Page 97: Photometric Data: Vl3500 Wash Fx Luminaire

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Photometric Data: VL3500 Wash FX Luminaire Front Lens Ultra Clear Stippled Fresnel 63300 lm 54400 lm 44800 lm 4980 fc 2040 fc 1640 fc 53600 lux 21930 lux 17630 lux ø = 6.5 ft ø = 9 ft ø...
  • Page 98 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL3500™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 01 J un e 20 09 02 .9 686 .00 01 B...
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