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  • Page 1 VL2402 ™ Wash Luminaire 02.9671.0001...
  • Page 2 UMINAIRE ANUAL VARI LITE®, Artisan®, VL2® and VLD® are trademarks owned by Vari-Lite, Inc., 201 Regal Row, Dallas TX 75247 USA and are registered in the United States and other countries. VL2000™, VL2200™ (and the individual product designations), VL2400™ (and the individual product designations), Series 300™, Virtuoso™...
  • Page 3 How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Vari-Lite, Inc. 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) or customerservice@vlint.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
  • Page 4 VARI LITE - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE 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 WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE 1. VARI LITE® luminaires have been designed for use only with certain Philips and Osram HID lamps. Note lamp type (MSR400, MSR575HR etc.) before replacing lamps. Installing another type of lamp may be hazardous.
  • Page 6 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION 1. Many VARI LITE® luminaires use an HID type lamp that produces UV radiation. DO NOT look directly at lamp. 2. It is hazardous to operate luminaires without lens or shield. Shields, lenses, or ultraviolet screens shall be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired.
  • Page 7 1. VARI LITE®-Scheinwerfer eignen sich ausschließlich für trockene Standorte. Regen oder Feuchtigkeit können die Scheinwerfer beschädigen. 2. Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an VARI LITE®-Geräten beginnen. 3. Die Geräte sollten nur von qualifiziertem Personal gewartet werden.
  • Page 8 ANUAL WARNUNG: HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ÜBERHÖHTE UV-STRAHLUNG 1. Viele VARI LITE®-Scheinwerfer verwenden einen HID-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 AVERTISSEMENT: DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES INCENDIES 1. Les luminaires VARI LITE® ont été conçus pour être utilisés uniquement avec certaines lampes Philips et Osram HID. Vérifier le type de lampe (MSR400, MSR575HR etc.) avant de remplacer les lampes. L’installation d’un autre type de lampe peut poser un danger.
  • Page 10 DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE UNE EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV 1. Plusieurs luminaires VARI LITE® utilisent une lampe de type HID qui produit des rayons UV. NE PAS fixer son regard sur la lampe. 2. L’utilisation des luminaires sans lentille ou blindage pose des risques. Tous blindages, lentilles ou écrans ultraviolet visiblement endommagés au point que leur efficacité...
  • Page 11 ADVERTENCIA: INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA INCENDIO 1. Las luminarias VARI LITE® han sido diseñadas para ser usadas solamente con algunas lámparas HID Philips y Osram. Tome nota del tipo de lámpara (MSR400, MSR575HR etc.) antes de reemplazarla. Instalación de otro tipo de lámpara puede ser peligroso.
  • Page 12 INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICIÓN EXCESIVA DE RADIACIÓN ULTRA VIOLETA 1. Muchas luminarias VARI LITE® usan un tipo de lámpara HID que produce radiación UV. NO mire directamente a la lámpara. 2. Es peligroso operar luminarias sin lentes o protectores. Debe cambiar los protectores, lentes o pantallas ultravioletas si se aprecia que han sido dañadas, y que su efectividad...
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  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Additional Support and Documentation ..............1 Text Conventions ......................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Overview........................5 Components VL2402 Wash Luminaire..................... 6 Menu Display....................... 7 LED Indicators......................7 Chapter 2. Installation Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power ......................... 11 Current vs. Voltage....................12 Data Cables ........................
  • Page 16 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Modes 8-Bit and 16-Bit Modes ....................29 DMX Mapping Color Wheel........................ 30 Beam Control......................34 Strobe ........................34 Color Control......................34 Luminaire Timing Luminaire Timing Channel Information ..............35 Control Channel Functions..................41 Updating Software Reprogramming Luminaires..................
  • Page 17 ABLE OF ONTENTS Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement ....................91 Color Filter Replacement................... 93 Cleaning Optical Lenses and Filters ................95 Appendix B. Technical Specifications Mechanical......................... 97 Optical........................98 Operational......................... 98 Photometric ........................ 99 Appendix C. Accessories ........................... 101 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01 xvii...
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  • Page 19: About This Manual

    (connect to the Vari-Lite homepage and follow the Support link to the Series 2000 Support Center). A service manual is available for extended maintenance of VL2402 Wash Luminaires. This manual is available in both printed and electronic (PDF) formats.

  • Page 20: Text Conventions

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Text Conventions The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual: [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 HAPTER Description Description Description Description • Features • Components 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
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  • Page 23: Features

    ESCRIPTION EATURES Features Overview The VL2402 wash luminaire features zoomable beam spreader optics, color mixing, a separate fixed color wheel and a high performance dimmer/strobe mechanism. The VL2402 wash luminaire contains the following standard features: • Zoomable beam spreader. •...

  • Page 24: Components

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ ’ WASH LUMINAIRE ANUAL Components VL2402 Wash Luminaire The following illustration shows the major luminaire components and controls. Removable Lamp Assembly Truss Hook (to access lamp for replacement) Bracket Assembly Upper Enclosure Assembly AC Input Cable...

  • Page 25: Menu Display

    ESCRIPTION OMPONENTS Menu Display The Menu System Display is used to access the menu system, which is a programmable set of commands used to address, operate, and test the luminaire. The menu system is controlled by four buttons. These buttons function as follows: Changes a value or scrolls through menus Multi-Segment...
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  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Installation

    HAPTER HAPTER Installation Installation Installation Installation • Power and Data Cabling Requirements • Installation Procedures • Powering Up • Addressing 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
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  • Page 29: Power And Data Cabling Requirements

    NSTALLATION OWER AND ABLING EQUIREMENTS Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 90-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Four amps to twelve amps will be required depending on the AC supply voltage and product model. Depending on the application, the luminaire’s AC input cable may require a different connector.

  • Page 30: Current Vs. Voltage

    UMINAIRE ANUAL Current vs. Voltage The following table provides the luminaire’s current draw at specific voltages. Current is calculated with the lamp on and all motors sequencing. Table 2-1: VL2402 Current vs. Voltage Voltage @ 60Hz Current 90.0 11.8 100.0 10.6...

  • Page 31: Data Cables

    NSTALLATION OWER AND ABLING EQUIREMENTS Data Cables The luminaire is 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 32: Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ 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. ∗ Type Pairs Jacket Temp (F) ZΩ...

  • Page 33: Male Termination Connector

    NSTALLATION OWER AND ABLING EQUIREMENTS Male Termination Connector When transferring software versions from luminaire to BACK luminaire, a male XLR termination connector is required at VIEW the “master” luminaire. To construct your own connector, you will need the following components: •...

  • Page 34: Installation Procedures

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Installation Procedures Installing Lamp In the event the lamp was packed separately during shipment, it will be necessary to install in the luminaire before use. WARNING: Ensure that power is removed from luminaire when installing lamp.

  • Page 35: Hanging The Luminaire

    NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURES Hanging the Luminaire The luminaire can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to work with the type of load created by this moving luminaire. Two truss hook bracket assemblies (provided) are used to attach truss hooks or other mounting hardware as required.
  • Page 36 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL 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. (Always face brackets in same direction as shown.)
  • Page 37 NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURES Installing in Truss: 1. Using two people, lift luminaire into mounting position. 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.

  • Page 38: Floor Mounting The Luminaire

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ 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. Connecting Data and Power A maximum of 32 luminaires may be connected in any one DMX data link.

  • Page 39: Powering Up

    NSTALLATION OWERING Powering Up Power-Up Procedure Since Lamp On is the default state, the lamp will strike when the luminaire is powered up for the first time. When AC power is applied, the luminaire will immediately begin a calibration sequence that steps it through full pan and tilt movements. The internal color and beam mechanisms will also move through a full range of motion.

  • Page 40: Align Lamp For Flat Field

    ANUAL Align Lamp for Flat Field The design of the VL2402 optical system is based on a flat field. A flat field is one where there is no detectable hot spot. After a new lamp is installed, it will be necessary to align the lamp to optimize the beam.

  • Page 41: Set Dmx Mode

    NSTALLATION OWERING Set DMX Mode The Series 2000 luminaires provide four modes for DMX operation. The mode is set using the luminaire’s Menu Display. • 8-bit Standard - provides one 8-bit DMX channel for control of each luminaire function. • 8-bit Enhanced - provides additional channels for timing control.

  • Page 42: Addressing

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Addressing Program Starting Address The address setting for DMX console or Virtuoso console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display. (Refer to Chapter 4: Menu System for detailed instructions.) The luminaire retains the DMX and Virtuoso addresses that are stored even if power is removed.

  • Page 43: Chapter 3. Operation

    HAPTER HAPTER Operation Operation Operation Operation • Color Control • DMX Modes • DMX Mapping • Luminaire Timing • Updating Software 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
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  • Page 45: Color Control

    PERATION OLOR ONTROL Color Control Color Mixing The color mixing mechanism is made up of three graduated color disks: blue, amber and magenta. These disks provide full-spectrum color crossfades from pastel to saturated color. Amber Color Disk Color Blue Color Disk Wheel Magenta Color Disk Color Mixing Mechanism...

  • Page 46: Color Wheel

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Color Wheel Color Wheel (Behind plate) The color wheel is capable of rapid and timed Color Bulkhead changes, as well as half and full frame positions. The color wheel has 12 positions, one being open.It offers partial frame control and various spin rates in either direction.

  • Page 47: 8-Bit And 16-Bit Modes

    : DMX M PERATION ODES DMX Modes 8-Bit and 16-Bit Modes 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. Standard 8-Bit (8) Standard 16-Bit (16) Function DMX Channel...

  • Page 48: Dmx Mapping

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Mapping Color Wheel Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color Wheel Wheel DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Wheel Position DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Position Open Frame 1 Full Frame 3 Half Frame Half Frame...
  • Page 49 : DMX M PERATION APPING Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color Wheel (Continued) Wheel DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Wheel Position DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Position Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 5 Full Frame 7 Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 6 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
  • Page 50 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color Wheel (Continued) Wheel DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Wheel Position DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Position Full Frame 8 Full Frame 10 Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 9...
  • Page 51 : DMX M PERATION APPING Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color Wheel (Continued) Wheel DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Wheel Position DMX (0-100) DMX (0-255) Position Spin M CCW Full Frame 12 Spin S CCW Stop Stop Stop Spin S CW Half Frame Spin M CW Spin F CCW...

  • Page 52: Beam Control

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Beam Control Strobe Table 3-2: 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 Color Control Blue Table 3-3: DMX Map for Blue...

  • Page 53: Luminaire Timing

    PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Luminaire Timing Luminaire Timing Channel Information Timing channel control has been developed to improve the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. We provide three timing channels, one for Focus (Pan and Tilt), one for color parameters and one for beam parameters. Timing channels support time values of up to six minutes.
  • Page 54 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-6: Channel Function / Timing Channel Relationship Timing Channel Channel Function Focus Time Color Time Beam Time Pan (Hi Byte/Lo Byte) Tilt (Hi Byte/Lo Byte) Blue Amber Magenta Color Wheel Diffusion 17-Sept-01 02.
  • Page 55 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Table 3-7: Timing Channels Map % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds Full Speed 10.2 10.4 10.6 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
  • Page 56 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-7: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds 17-Sept-01 02. 9671.0 001 C...
  • Page 57 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Table 3-7: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
  • Page 58 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-7: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds Follows Cue Data 17-Sept-01 02. 9671.0 001 C...

  • Page 59: Control Channel Functions

    PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Control Channel Functions The following control actions must be accomplished with zero time transition or with timing disabled. Discrete values must be used and not manual controls such as faders or encoders. Control Channel Value Control Channel For 3 Secs After % Value...

  • Page 60: Updating Software

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Updating Software Reprogramming Luminaires In some cases, it may be necessary to reprogram the luminaire(s) with VL2000 Luminaire Software. This process will require a Windows PC, the Luminaire Programming Kit (VL Part Number: 28.9661.0054), and the Setupex.exe program. The Setupex.exe program (which contains the VL2000Download.exe program) is available...

  • Page 61: Install And Reprogramming Procedure

    PERATION PDATING OFTWARE Install and Reprogramming Procedure This procedure will install the VL2000Download.exe program onto the PC and then allow you to reprogram the luminaires. Note: If running Windows NT, you must be working from an account in the Adminis- trators group to install the VL2000Download program onto the computer.
  • Page 62 MM/DD/YY HH.MM.) VL2402 05/01/01 14:36 button downloads the specific software version to Choice 2 VL2402 luminaires. (Software version is identified by the date and time: MM/DD/YY HH.MM.) VL241x 05/01/01 11:06 button downloads the specific software version to Choice 3 VL2400 series luminaires.
  • Page 63 PERATION PDATING OFTWARE 4. Download will proceed. One of the following will occur: Luminaire’s green Rx LED will blink rapidly and its menu will display Correct number of blocks received (this number will vary depending on software version being downloaded). This indicates that data is being sent from PC to luminaire.

  • Page 64: Transferring Software From Luminaire To Luminaire

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL 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 if they are data linked together (refer to “Connecting Data and Power”...
  • Page 65 PERATION PDATING OFTWARE The receiving luminaire’s green Rx LED will blink rapidly and its menu will Correct display number of blocks received (this number will vary depending on software version being downloaded). This indicates that data is being sent from luminaire to luminaire. However, if display does not show blocks as they are received, this indicates that the version being downloaded matches the one already installed or that the luminaire type does not match.
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  • Page 67: Chapter 4. Menu System

    HAPTER HAPTER Menu System Menu System Menu System Menu System • Operation • Mapping • Cues and Sequences • Self Tests 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...
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  • Page 69: Operation

    YSTEM PERATION 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 The menu system has seven main functions which are referred to as “1st level.”...

  • Page 70: Display Orientation

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL 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.

  • Page 71: Default State

    YSTEM PERATION Default State The menu display’s default state during normal operation is to display the address (Virtuoso or DMX). After 10 seconds of inactivity at the display, it will change to the default state. After longer periods of inactivity, the menu display will switch to its off state. The default state for this feature is 5 minutes, however, different time lengths and a stay on option can also be programmed.

  • Page 72: Shortcuts

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Shortcuts A few button combinations are provided as shortcuts for frequently used menu functions. These shortcuts are as follows: • Pressing [Enter] and [Up] at the same time = Lamp On •...

  • Page 73: Error Messages

    YSTEM PERATION Error Messages If a problem occurs during luminaire calibration, at the end of the calibration sequence the Menu Display will cycle through any applicable error message(s), one at a time until the end of the list is reached. To review the error messages again, it will be necessary to access them using the Status function.
  • Page 74 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-1: Error Messages Display Message... TILT / NO / SENS Tilt Sensor Not Found TILT / SENS / ACTV Tilt Sensor Always Active WAIT Retrieving Current Status WRNG / SW / PROG...

  • Page 75: Mapping

    YSTEM APPING Mapping Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system. value Addr value Tilt value value VIRT Dimm value Strb value CWhl value LAMP POWR Blue value Ambr value value P UP L ON value DIFF LOFF...

  • Page 76: Menu System Functions

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu System Functions Table 4-2: Menu System Functions 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Addr DMX DMX Address XXX Address value Address VIRT Virtuoso Address XXXX. Address value LAMP Lamp Options...
  • Page 77 YSTEM APPING Table 4-2: Menu System Functions (Continued) 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Fixt STAT Status/Error Display Scrolls error messages * or displays OK Cal Recalibrate Modl Luminaire Model Type XXXX Model Type LId Luminaire ID XXXX.
  • Page 78 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-2: Menu System Functions (Continued) 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test* MOVE Pan/Tilt Control Dis Disable Press [Menu] to stop System Test tests Enab Enable ALL Test All Motors...
  • Page 79 YSTEM APPING Table 4-2: Menu System Functions (Continued) 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test (cont.)* Sens Sensors Pan EOT Sensor STST Sensor Test in PASS Progress FAIL Tilt EOT Sensor STST Sensor Test in PASS Progress FAIL Dimm Dimmer/Strobe EOT STST Sensor Test in...

  • Page 80: Function Definitions

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Function Definitions Each menu item is listed in the first column by its display abbreviation. The abbreviations appear in alphabetical order. Table 4-3: Menu Function Definitions Display Definition Purpose ⇓⇓ Display Orientation Shows upside-down orientation (for hanging luminaires) ⇑⇑...
  • Page 81 YSTEM APPING Table 4-3: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Accesses functions for setting DMX mode or pan/tilt options (1st level menu) or sets starting address for luminaire in DMX systems (Addr). Dnld Download Downloads program to luminaires. DSEQ Delete Sequence Deletes cue sequence.
  • Page 82 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-3: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Pan/Tilt Accesses pan and tilt options for DMX function, system configuration, and testing. Specifies pan function for manual control (Man) or pan encoder for testing (Test).

  • Page 83: Cues And Sequences

    YSTEM UES AND EQUENCES Cues and Sequences Overview The luminaire has the ability to store and playback cues independent of a console. Cues are stored as numbers from 1 to 99 by using the Cue (Cue Processing) functions available in the menu system. This also allows you to create your own test sequences to be played back on a group of luminaires.

  • Page 84: Cue Operations

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Cue Operations The following section provides instructions for performing cue, sequence, and playback operations. Note: The Mod, Del, PCue, PSEQ commands will all display "C--" or "Sc--" if no cues have been stored.
  • Page 85 YSTEM UES AND EQUENCES Set follow time between cues: The following procedure is used to set the follow time between each cue. The value can be different for each cue. The range is 0.0 to 365.9 seconds. 1. Press [Menu]. 2.
  • Page 86 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL To edit or modify a cue: 1. Recall cue to be changed from PCue. 2. Change luminaire data to desired levels using Man (Manual Command) functions. 3. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Cue appears. Press [Enter].
  • Page 87 YSTEM UES AND EQUENCES Choose Sequence Mode: MSEQ will replay the cues from the master luminaire. ISEQ will play the cues from each individual luminaire, if any. In ISEQ, if the number of cues is different, it will only play as many as each luminaire has stored. The follow time is taken from the master luminaire.

  • Page 88: Self Tests

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Self Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the TEST menu functions. When running tests on multiple luminaires, a loopback connector is required at the final luminaire in the link and a male termination connector is required at the “master”...
  • Page 89 YSTEM ESTS 3. Use [Up] / [Down] arrows to select a parameter to test. Refer to “Menu System Functions” on page 58 for a complete list of test parameters which can be chosen. 4. Press [Enter] to run test. 5. Press [Menu] to stop test at any time. 02.9 671.00 01 C 17-Sept-01...

  • Page 90: Diagnostic Tests

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Diagnostic Tests The following diagnostic tests are available in the test menu. Time is specified for each action in the test, and the total time equals the time it takes to complete each action.
  • Page 91 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time ALL1 65535 65535 ALL2 65535 65535 65535 65535 7/7 (P/T only) 65535 65535 7/7 (P/T only) 7/7 (P/T only) 65535 65535 7/7 (P/T only) 45167 27000...
  • Page 92 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time ALL2 45167 27000 (cont.) 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000...
  • Page 93 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time 33511 54957 22227 54957 35511 54957 22227 54957 44423 54957 39401 54957 44423 54957 34901 54957 65535 54957 54957 45167 0/2.2 45167 65535...
  • Page 94 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time Dim3 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167 27000 0/0.5...
  • Page 95 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time 45167 27000 (cont.) 45167 27000 45167 27000 0/1.65 45167 27000 45167 27000 0/1.9 45167 27000 0/1.9 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 0/0.4...
  • Page 96 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time Bl 3 45167 27000 0/0.4 (cont.) 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4...
  • Page 97 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time MAG3 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167 27000 0/0.4 45167...
  • Page 98 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time MiX3 45167 27000 0/0.7 45167 27000 0/0.7 45167 27000 0/0.7 45167 27000 0/0.7 45167 27000 0/0.4...
  • Page 99 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* Diff CWhl Blue** Ambr** MAG** Strb time/total time DiF3 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000...
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  • Page 101: Appendix A. Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    PPENDIX A PPENDIX A Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and performing 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.
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  • Page 103: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Protecting Your Warranty When performing procedures outlined in the “Troubleshooting Guide” on page observe the following guidelines in order for your luminaire to remain covered by the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty (included in product shipping container). 1.

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting Guide

    VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Troubleshooting Guide If a problem is suspected, try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message. Refer to “Error Messages” on page 55 for more information. The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for each message.
  • Page 105 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Table A-1: VL2402 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy B1M2 Aux Board 1, Motor 2, Dimmer power not connected and Dimm Dimmer, dimmer aligned with sensor SAct Sensor Always Active - Connect dimmer power at motor...
  • Page 106 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table A-1: VL2402 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy B2M2 Aux Board 2, Motor 2, Amber power not connected, motor Ambr Amber, not moving NoSn Sensor Not Found...
  • Page 107 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Table A-1: VL2402 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy Pan Sensor Not Found EOT flag attached to large pulley is not engaging the EOT sensor SENS - Ensure flag is attached to the...
  • Page 108 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table A-1: VL2402 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy TILT Tilt Sensor Always Active Main board pan/tilt connector (J9) SENS disconnected ACTV - Connect main board pan/tilt connector (J9)

  • Page 109: Routine Maintenance

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Parts: 700 Watt Short-Arc Lamp (Vari-Lite part: 71.2528.0700) Tools: Screwdriver, slotted Cotton gloves To replace lamp: 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: Lamps will be extremely HOT after operation. Allow lamp to cool before replacing.
  • Page 110 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL CAUTION: Wear cotton gloves or other covering while servicing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life. If required, use alcohol and cotton cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of lamp.

  • Page 111: Color Filter Replacement

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Color Filter Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Tools: Screwdriver, Phillips #2 Cotton gloves To remove and replace a color filter: 1. Remove power from luminaire. 2. At removable cover, using #2 Phillips screwdriver, turn two captive screws one-quarter turn and remove cover.
  • Page 112 VARI LITE® - VL2402™ W ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Note: In some cases it is easier to slide bulkhead partially out of head assembly to access color filters. To do this, use #2 Phillips screwdriver to turn captive screw one- quarter turn and slide bulkhead upward. Disconnect motor connections as necessary.

  • Page 113: Cleaning Optical Lenses And Filters

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Cleaning Optical Lenses and Filters WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. The front lens and color filters may require cleaning after extended use. A common glass cleaner can be used along with a soft, lint-free cloth to clean these components. CAUTION: Do not continuously rub filters or it may damage or remove the optical coating.
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  • Page 115: Appendix B. Technical Specifications

    PPENDIX PPENDIX Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Mechanical Color Mixing A fully crossfading color system is included. Intensity Control Full field dimming that allows for smooth timed fades, fast blackouts, and variable strobe effects. Fixed Color Wheel Provides 11 easily loaded positions for fixed dichroic color choices.

  • Page 116: Optical

    Operational Power Requirements All VL2402 models are powered through standard AC power distribution and require three amps to twelve amps depending on the AC supply voltage and product model. All VL2402 models operate from 90-263 +/- 10% VAC, 50/60 Hz Operational Temperature -20°...

  • Page 117: Photometric

    ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Photometric VL2402 Wash Luminaire - 700 Watt Short Arc (All data taken with a seasoned light source at 20 hours of life. All data taken with front stipple glass in place.) BEAM BEAM FIELD FIELD CANDELA DIFFUSION ANGLE...
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  • Page 119: Appendix C. Accessories

    PPENDIX PPENDIX Accessories Accessories Accessories Accessories The following optional items can be ordered directly from Vari-Lite. (Please order by Vari-Lite part number.) Vari-Lite Part No. Accessory 20.9625.0132 Road Case, Plastic (Two hole) 22.9620.0194 Safety Cable Assembly 23.9623.0177 DMX Termination Connector Assembly 25.9661.0056 Loopback Connector Assembly 25.9661.0057...
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