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  • Page 2: About This Guide

    Introduction About This Guide This Quickstart Guide is intended for a knowledgeable user to unpack, install, and use the VL6000 Beam Luminaire in a short time period. For the complete manual in PDF format, please visit our web site at: www.philips.com/entertainmentlighting...
  • Page 3 UV RADIATION, AND INJURY TO PERSONS CAN BE FOUND BELOW. WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE VARI❋LITE luminaires have been designed for use with specific lamp types. The VL6000 Beam Luminaire requires a certain type of lamp (see “Replacement Items/Accessories” on page 8 for all lamp types).

  • Page 4: Notes De Sécurité

    VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION Many VARI❋LITE luminaires use a lamp that produces UV radiation. DO NOT look directly at lamp. 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 5 à prendre des mesures adéquates. Other Operational Temperature / Température de fonctionnement • The VL6000 Beam Luminaire has one operational mode. Refer to Table 1-1, “VL6000 Beam Luminaire Environmental Operational Temperatures” for information on environment temperature ranges associated with this mode.
  • Page 6 VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Battery Information / Informations sur la batterie • This unit has a battery. Warning: Caution risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. •...

  • Page 7: Included Items

    (truss hooks sold separately) (this document) 1500W Osram Lokit Figure 1: VL6000 Beam Luminaire Included Items Replacement Items/Accessories The following optional and/or replacement items can be ordered directly from your Authorized VARI❋LITE Dealer. When ordering, please order by the Vari-Lite part number.

  • Page 8: Connecting Power And Data

    VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Connecting Power and Data Connecting Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Current required depends on the AC supply voltage and product model. Refer to “Current vs. Voltage” on page 8 for all models covered in this manual.

  • Page 9: Current Vs. Voltage

    TART UIDE Current vs. Voltage Table 1-2, VL6000 Beam Luminaire - Current vs. Voltage (1500W Lamp) provides the luminaire’s current draw at specific voltages. Total Luminaire Current is calculated with the lamp on and all motors sequencing. WARNING: It is the responsibility of the user to adequately protect supply source with a correct size and type circuit breaker and not overload circuits.

  • Page 10: Installation Procedures

    VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Installation Procedures Installing Lamp In the event the lamp was packed separately during shipment, follow the procedure in this section. WARNING: Disconnect fixture before relamping. AVERTISSEMENT: Déconnectez le projecteur avant que le changement de lampe. WARNING: Hot Lamp.
  • Page 11 VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Step 6. As shown in Figure 5, align lamp tabs with lamp socket. Align tabs of lamp with socket when installing* Lamp* Lamp Socket Cover *Note tabs on socket assembly. Align corresponding tabs on lamp to tabs on socket as indicated.

  • Page 12: Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance

    VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance After a new lamp is installed in the luminaire, it will be necessary to align the lamp to optimize the beam. WARNING: Back of luminaire and alignment screws will be HOT during lamp operation. Wear gloves and/or use tools to prevent burns. AVERTISSEMENT: Retour de luminaires et d'alignement vis sera chaud pendant le fonctionnement de la lampe.

  • Page 13: Floor Mounting The Luminaire

    VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE CAUTION: To prevent overheating, maintain a distance of 8.0mm between lamp and rear aluminum housing as illustrated in Figure 8. ATTENTION: Pour éviter une surchauffe maintenir une distance de 8.0mm entre le lampe et le couverture arriére comme illustré dans Figure 8.

  • Page 14: Hanging The Luminaire

    Hanging the Luminaire The VL6000 Beam 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 truss hooks or other mounting hardware are required. Many compatible truss hooks are available from different manufacturers for your particular needs.
  • Page 15 VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE 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.

  • Page 16: Menu Controls

    TART UIDE Menu Operation LCD Display and Menu System The VL6000 Beam Luminaire’s LCD Display and Menu System provides local control for accessing the following fixture’s settings: • Address – to set the DMX address • Configure – various parameter settings, set luminaire ID •...

  • Page 17: Dmx Address

    VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE DMX Address To set, edit, and save a DMX address: Step 1. Press [ESC]. Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Address (DMX Address) appears. Press OK [Enter]. Step 3. Use [Left] and [Right] arrow buttons to scroll through all digits. Step 4.
  • Page 18 VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Quick Reference DMX Map The summary list for the 16-Bit Mode DMX map is as indicated below. 16-Bit VL6000 Beam Luminaire DMX Channel Summary Listing Channel Description Channel Description Intensity Color Wheel 3...
  • Page 19 VARI❋LITE - VL6000 B UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Notes 0 2. 9708.0001 20 A p r il 2 0 1 7...

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