Control Channel Functions - Philips Varilite VLX User Manual

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VARI LITE® - VLX™ W

Control Channel Functions

Used to set different modes, parameters, and functions of the VLX™ Wash Luminaire via the control
console. Set control channel value for desired action. Hold value for at least 3 seconds.
Set control channel value to 0 without any scaling. Discrete values must be used; not manual controls
such as faders or encoders (see chart below for values).
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.
Step 3. Set control channel value 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 required for sending values. An encoder or fader does not allow for a
quick value change, which is required to effect the control functions. However, the encoders on some
consoles include discreet value capability.
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Table 3-2: Control Channel Functions
Control Channel Function
Default Setting on Console
Reset All to Defaults**
Quiet Mode
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Level Light Mode
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Constant Fans Mode
Normal Mode
†
Dimmer Curve LINEAR
Dimmer Curve SQUARE LAW
Full Luminaire Reset
Color Calibration OFF
Color Calibration ON
Fixture Sleep
Fixture Wake Up*
Notes:
*Please note that Fixture Wake Up will completely re-calibrate the fixture.
** When resetting to defaults, the following will be enabled on the luminaire:
• Normal Mode
• Dimmer Curve SQUARE LAW
• Color Calibration ON
† These settings require the Command Lock in Menu to be set to OFF in order to change on Control Chan-
nel. Resetting to defaults will turn Command Lock OFF.
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Control Channel DMX Value
0
5 - 7
11 - 13
14 - 16
17 - 19
20 - 22
31 - 32
34 - 35
81 - 87
116 - 117
118 - 120
245 - 249
250 - 255
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