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  • Page 1 VL2200 Series ™ Spot Luminaires 02.9673.0001...
  • 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 2000™, 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual ...................... 1 Additional Support and Documentation ..............1 Text Conventions ......................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Overview........................5 Standard Features ....................5 Specific Features ....................5 Components VL2200 Series Spot Luminaire ................... 6 Menu Display.......................
  • Page 16 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Chapter 3. Operation Color/Gobo Control Color/Gobo Wheel Positions..................27 Standard Colors and Gobos ..................27 Standard Colors - Wheel 1 (Color Wheel)............27 Standard Gobos - Wheel 2 (Fixed Gobo Wheel) ..........27 Standard Rotating Gobos ..................
  • Page 17 ABLE OF ONTENTS Cues and Sequences Overview........................68 Storing ......................... 68 Playback ......................68 Hardware Requirements ..................68 Cue Operations......................69 Self Tests Running Parameter Tests ................... 73 Move Disable ...................... 73 Lamp........................73 Diagnostic Tests ......................75 Test Descriptions....................75 Appendix A.
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  • Page 19: About This Manual

    Note: Performing maintenance procedures contained in the VL2200 Series Spot Luminaire Service Manual may void the product warranty. Refer to the Vari-Lite, Inc. Limited Warranty card included in the shipping package for this VARI LITE® product. For more information on DMX512 systems, refer to the following document available from United States Institute for Theatre Technology, Inc.

  • Page 20: Text Conventions

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...
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  • Page 23: Features

    Features Overview The VL2200 series spot luminaire is available in two different configurations - VL2201™ luminaire and VL2202™ luminaire. The model number can be found next to the power switch. Standard Features All VL2200 series spot luminaires have the following standard features: •...

  • Page 24: Components

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Components VL2200 Series Spot 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...
  • Page 26 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL (This page intentionally blank.) 22-May-01 02. 9673.0 001 A...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Installation

    HAPTER HAPTER Installation Installation Installation Installation • Power and Data Cabling Requirements • Installation Procedures • Powering Up • Addressing 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-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 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Three 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

    Voltage @ 60Hz Current 90.0 100.0 110.0 120.0 130.0 140.0 180.0 190.0 200.0 210.0 220.0 230.0 240.0 250.0 Table 2-2: VL2202 Current vs. Voltage Voltage @ 60Hz Current 90.0 11.8 100.0 10.6 110.0 120.0 130.0 140.0 180.0 190.0 200.0 210.0 220.0 230.0...

  • 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 A male XLR termination connector is required across (+) and BACK (-) data lines at the final luminaire or device in a data link. To VIEW construct your own connector, you will need the following components: •...

  • Page 34: Installation Procedures

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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, gobo, and beam mechanisms will also move through a full range of motion.

  • Page 40: Align Lamp For Peaked Or Flat Field

    This results in a beam with a flattened appearance. The design of the VL2202 optical system is based on a flat field. A flat field is one where there is no detectable hot spot.

  • Page 41: Set Dmx Mode

    NSTALLATION OWERING Set DMX Mode The VL2000 Series 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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/Gobo Control • DMX Modes • DMX Mapping • Luminaire Timing • Updating Software 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...
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  • Page 45: Color/Gobo Control

    PERATION OLOR ONTROL Color/Gobo Control Color/Gobo Wheel Positions The standard configurations for color and fixed Wheel 1 - Colors (Behind plate) gobo wheels are: all color filters installed on Wheel 1 (wheel nearest lamp) and all gobos Color/Gobo/Iris installed on Wheel 2 (wheel nearer to front lens). Bulkhead These wheels each have 12 positions, one being open.

  • Page 46: Standard Rotating Gobos

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Dust Medium Breakup Circles Pebbles Night Sky Leaves Block Wave Vertical Alpha Liquid Tribal Breakup Bars Rays Breakup Breakup Standard Rotating Gobos open 5 Facet Prism Pinwheel Circle of Ovals Spiral Stones...

  • Page 47: Dmx Modes 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Mapping Color/Gobo Wheels Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color/Fixed Gobo Wheels Wheel % Value DMX (0-255) Wheel Position % Value DMX (0-255) Position Open Frame 1 Full Frame 3 Half Frame...
  • Page 49 : DMX M PERATION APPING Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color/Fixed Gobo Wheels (Continued) Wheel % Value DMX (0-255) Wheel Position % Value DMX (0-255) Position Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 5 Full Frame 7 Half Frame Half Frame Full Frame 6 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...
  • Page 50 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color/Fixed Gobo Wheels (Continued) Wheel % Value DMX (0-255) Wheel Position % Value DMX (0-255) Position Full Frame 8 Full Frame 10 Half Frame Half Frame...
  • Page 51 : DMX M PERATION APPING Table 3-1: DMX Map for Color/Fixed Gobo Wheels (Continued) Wheel % Value DMX (0-255) Wheel Position % Value 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: Rotating Gobo Index/Rotation

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Rotating Gobo Index/Rotation Table 3-2: DMX Map for Rotating Gobo Index/Rotation % Value DMX (0-255) Wheel Position 0-84 0-215 Index Position Fast Spin CW 86-90 217-232 Variable Rates Slow Spin CW...

  • Page 53: Beam Control

    : DMX M PERATION APPING Beam Control Beam Iris Table 3-4: DMX Map for Beam Iris % Value DMX Value Action Closed Open Edge Table 3-5: DMX Map for Edge % Value DMX Value Action Blooms In Blooms Out Strobe Table 3-6: DMX Map for Strobe % Value DMX Value...

  • Page 54: Luminaire Timing

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Luminaire Timing Luminaire Timing Channel Information Timing channel control has been developed to improve the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. We provide 3 timing channels, one for Focus (Pan and Tilt), one for color parameters and one for beam parameters.
  • Page 55 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Table 3-8: 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) Color Gobo Rotating Gobo Index Iris Edge Zoom 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...
  • Page 56 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-9: Timing Channels Map % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds Full Speed 10.2 10.4 10.6 10.4 10.6 22-May-01 02. 9673.0 001 A...
  • Page 57 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Table 3-9: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...
  • Page 58 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-9: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds 22-May-01 02. 9673.0 001 A...
  • Page 59 PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Table 3-9: Timing Channels Map (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds Follows Cue Data 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...

  • Page 60: Control Channel Functions

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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.

  • Page 61: Updating Software

    PERATION PDATING OFTWARE 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 on the VL2000 Download Installer Disk (VL Part Number: 87.7303.0004) or on the Vari-Lite Series 2000 support webpage at: www.vari-lite.com (connect to the...

  • Page 62: Install And Reprogramming Procedure

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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 or Windows 2000, you must be working from an account in the Administrators group to install the VL2000Download program onto the computer.
  • Page 63 PERATION PDATING OFTWARE VL220x 04/30/01 12:54 button downloads the specific software version to Choice 1 VL2200 series luminaires. (Software version is identified by the date and time: MM/DD/YY HH.MM.) VL2402 05/01/01 14:36 button downloads the specific software version to Choice 2 VL2402 luminaires.
  • Page 64 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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).

  • 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 if they are data linked together (refer to “Connecting Data and Power”...
  • Page 66 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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.

  • Page 67: Chapter 4. Menu System

    HAPTER HAPTER Menu System Menu System Menu System Menu System • Operation • Mapping • Cues and Sequences • Self Tests 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 can also be programmed.

  • Page 72: Shortcuts

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 1: Error Messages Display Message... PAN / NO / SENS Pan Sensor Not Found PAN / SENS / Pan Sensor Always Active ACTV SRCH/FOR/BRD1 Attempting to communicate with Board 1...

  • Page 75: Mapping

    YSTEM APPING Mapping Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system. value Addr Tilt value value Whl1 value VIRT value Whl2 value Iris value Dimm value LAMP POWR Strb value Gobo value IndX value P UP L ON Edge...

  • Page 76: Menu System Functions

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu System Functions Table 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...
  • Page 77 YSTEM APPING Table 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 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 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 Tilt EOT Sensor STST Sensor Test in PASS Progress FAIL Whl1 Wheel 1 EOT Sensor STST Sensor Test in PASS...

  • Page 80: Function Definitions

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Function Definitions Each menu item is listed in the first column by its display abbreviation. The abbreviations appear in alphabetical order as opposed to their position in the menu display sequence for easy reference.
  • Page 81 YSTEM APPING Table 3: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Display Illumina- DisP Accesses options for Menu Display on and off times. tion 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.
  • Page 82 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Configures arc luminaire so that lamp will await manual command LOFF Lamp is Off before striking. Manual Com- Accesses functions for controlling luminaire mechanisms and timing by mands entry of an absolute data value.
  • Page 83 YSTEM APPING Table 3: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Stores cue by number. Cue number stored is dependent on next cue ID Stor Store Cue in cue list since this field is not editable. Strobe Specifies strobe function for manual control. Strk Strike Displays total number of lamp strikes.

  • Page 84: Cues And Sequences Overview

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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.

  • Page 85: Cue Operations

    YSTEM UES AND EQUENCES Cue Operations The following section provides instructions for performing cue, sequence, and playback operations. Note: The Mod, Del, PCue, PSEQ commands will all display "---" if no cues have been stored. Note: After 10 seconds of inactivity at the display, it will change to the default state showing the address.
  • Page 86 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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.
  • Page 87 YSTEM UES AND EQUENCES 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]. 4.
  • Page 88 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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.

  • Page 89: Self Tests

    YSTEM ESTS 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 female termination connector is required at the “master”...
  • Page 90 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL To run tests: 1. Press [Menu]. 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until TEST appears. Press [Enter]. 3. Use [Up] / [Down] arrows to select a parameter to test. Refer to “Menu...

  • Page 91: Diagnostic Tests

    YSTEM ESTS 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. If the time is zero the luminaire will perform the test at full speed. For specific DMX values for each test see “Diagnostic Tests”...
  • Page 92 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo ALL1 65535 65535 ALL2 65535 65535 65535 65535 7/7 (P/T only) 65535 65535...
  • Page 93 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo ALL2 45167 27000 (cont.) 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000...
  • Page 94 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo Pan3 33511 54957 22227 54957 35511 54957 22227 54957 44423 54957 39401...
  • Page 95 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo Dim1 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167 27000 0/0.5 Dim2 45167 27000 4.5/4.5 45167 27000 4.5/4.5 Dim3 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167 27000 0/0.5 45167...
  • Page 96 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo Cwl1 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167...
  • Page 97 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo FG 1 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000...
  • Page 98 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo RG 1 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000...
  • Page 99 YSTEM ESTS Table 4-4: Diagnostic Tests (Continued) Parameters Test Name Pan* Tilt* CWhl Iris Index Edge Zoom time/total time Gobo Gobo Zm 1 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 45167 27000 Zm 3 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Troubleshooting Guide If a problem is suspected, try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message. Refer to “Error Messages” on page 57 for more information. The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for each message.
  • Page 105 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Table 1: VL2200 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy Dimmer power not connected, motor not moving - Connect dimmer power at motor B1M2 Aux Board 1, Motor 2, Dimmer sensor not connected Dimm Dimmer, - Connect dimmer sensor...

  • Page 106: Troubleshooting Guide

    VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 1: VL2200 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy Rotating gobo wheel power not connected, motor not moving - Connect rotating gobo wheel power at motor B2M1...
  • Page 107 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Table 1: VL2200 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy Rotating gobo index power not con- nected, rotating gobo wheel power B2M2 Aux Board 2, Motor 2, not connected and both wheel and Indx Rotating Gobo Index, index aligned with sensor...
  • Page 108 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 1: VL2200 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Error Display Description Possible Cause and Remedy Main board pan/tilt connector (J9) disconnected - Connect main board pan/tilt connector (J9) SENS Pan Sensor Always Active...

  • Page 109: Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement

    Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Parts: 400 Watt Short-Arc Lamp (Vari-Lite part: 71.2528.0400) - VL2201 or 700 Watt Short-Arc Lamp (Vari-Lite part: 71.2528.0700) - VL2202 Tools: Screwdriver, slotted Cotton gloves To replace lamp: 1.
  • Page 110 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES 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 - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL CAUTION: Do not touch color filters with bare fingers. Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing. Clean with glass cleaner and soft cloth if required. Note: In some cases it is easier to slide bulkhead partially out of head assembly to access color filters.

  • Page 113: Fixed Gobo Replacement

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Fixed Gobo Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Tools: Screwdriver, Phillips #2 Cotton gloves To remove and replace a fixed wheel gobo: 1. Remove power from luminaire. 2. At removable cover, using #2 Phillips screwdriver, turn two captive screws one-quarter turn and remove cover.
  • Page 114 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL CAUTION: Do not touch gobos with bare fingers. Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing. Clean with glass cleaner and soft cloth if required. Note: In some cases it is easier to slide bulkhead partially out of head assembly to access gobos.

  • Page 115: Rotating Gobo Replacement

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Rotating Gobo Replacement WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Tools: Screwdriver, Phillips #2 Hook and Pick tool (or small slotted screwdriver) Cotton gloves To remove and replace a rotating gobo: 1. Remove power from luminaire. 2.
  • Page 116 VARI LITE - VL2200 S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 4. Locate end of coiled spring which is fitted under carrier tab. Using hook and pick tool or small slotted screwdriver, push end of spring from under tab until it is free. Once free, remove entire coiled spring.

  • Page 117: 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, color filters, and gobos may require cleaning after extended use. A common glass cleaner can be used along with a soft, lint-free cloth to clean these components.
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  • Page 119: Appendix B. Technical Specifications

    Zoom Optics Zoom angle of 2.8 to one. Continuously variable field angle from 13° to 35° (VL2201™) or 19° to 43° (VL2202™). Programmable over a timed range of 2 seconds to 20 minutes. Edge and Pattern Focus Variable beam focus to soften edges of gobos or spots.

  • Page 120: Optical

    All VL2200 models operate from 100-240 +/- 10% VAC, 50/60 Hz Operational Temperature -20° to 113°F (-29° to 45°C) * * The VL2202 model will operate up to 120°F (50°C) at voltages above 100 VAC. Cooling Forced air cooling. Control Compatible with the VARI LITE Virtuoso™...

  • Page 121: Photometric

    (Flat Field) * Multiply throw distance by Tn to determine coverage. To calculate Illuminance (I) at a specific distance (D): VL2202 Spot Luminaire - 700W Metal Halide (All data taken with a seasoned light source at 20 hours of life.) BEAM...
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  • Page 123: Appendix C. Accessories

    DMX Termination Female Connector Assembly 28.9661.054 Luminaire Programming (XLR5) Kit 55.6841.0001 Mega Claw Truss Hook, 2" Round 55.6840.0001 Mega Clamp Truss Hook, Round and Square 71.2528.0400 400 Watt Short-Arc Lamp (VL2201) 71.2528.0700 700 Watt Short-Arc Lamp (VL2202) 02.9 673.00 01 A 22-May-01...
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  • Page 125: Returning Parts For Service

    Returning Parts for Service Obtaining RMA Number and Returning Parts 1. Contact Service Center. 2. Request Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. 3. If returning VL2000 Series Color/Gobo Bulkheads, remove color and gobo wheel hubs. (Do not remove glass color discs from VL2402 subassemblies). 4.

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