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  • Page 1 VL5+ Wash Luminaire ™ VL5Arc+ Wash Luminaire ™ 02.9634.0002...
  • Page 2 All other brand or product names which may be mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. This manual is for informational use only and is subject to change without notice. Please check www.prg.com for latest version.
  • Page 3 PRG luminaires have been designed for use only with specific lamps. Note lamp type before replacing. Installing another type of lamp may be hazardous. PRG luminaires may be mounted on any type of surface as long as mounting instructions are followed. See instructions detailed in this manual.
  • Page 4 WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION PRG luminaires may use an HID type lamp which produces UV radiation. DO NOT look directly at lamp. It is hazardous to operate luminaires without complete lamp enclosure in place or when lens is damaged.
  • Page 5 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 6 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Revision History This manual has been revised as follows: Version Release Date Notes BASIC September 10, 2008 Initial release. 02.9634.0002...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual .......................... 1 Additional Documentation....................... 1 Customer Service ..........................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Overview............................4 Upgrade Summary ........................... 5 Components Exterior Components ........................6 Interior Head Components ....................... 7 Interior Yoke Components ....................... 8 Replacement Items and Accessories ....................
  • Page 8 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Chapter 3. Operation Power-Up Procedures Powering Up the Luminaire......................30 Lamp Douse Switch (VL5Arc+)....................31 Smart Repeater Modes Setting Smart Repeater DMX512 Modes ..................32 DMX512 Mapping DMX512 Mapping by Mode......................34 DMX Mode 1 .......................... 34 DMX Mode 2 ..........................
  • Page 9 ABLE OF ONTENTS Appendix A. Technical Specifications VL5+™ Wash Luminaire....................... 64 Description ..........................64 Programmable Functions......................64 VL5Arc+™ Wash Luminaire......................65 Description ..........................65 Programmable Functions......................65 Appendix B. Glossary Glossary of Terms ........................68 0 2. 9 6 3 4. 0 0 02...
  • Page 10 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes viii 02.9634.0002...

  • Page 11: About This Manual

    Technical Bulletins, which contain procedures for equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs not found in the existing manual(s). For additional documentation, please visit our support tech center at: www.prg.com/support 0 2. 9 6 3 4. 0 0 02...

  • Page 12: Customer Service

    ANUAL Customer Service Our comprehensive technical services department ensures you get the full benefit of being a PRG customer. Whether your needs are simple or complex, our full-time staff of experienced professionals are on-hand to provide support. For assistance, contact your nearest PRG office:...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Description

    Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features, components, and operations. • Features • Components • Operation Overview 0 2 . 9 63 4 . 0 00 2...

  • Page 14: Features Overview

    8 minutes (VL5Arc) to 1 minute (VL5Arc+). The VL5+ Series Luminaires can be controlled by PRG consoles or a wide variety of DMX512 consoles. Operation is identical to the standard VL5 models.

  • Page 15: Upgrade Summary

    ESCRIPTION EATURES Upgrade Summary The VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaires feature many improvements over the standard VL5™ Wash Luminaire and VL5Arc™ luminaire, both to the exterior and interior components. The following is a complete summary of improvements: • Improved color matching from luminaire to luminaire. This improvement was accomplished by installing newly designed Blue, Amber and Magenta color filters (made using an improved ion- assist process).

  • Page 16: Components

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Components Exterior Components The following illustration shows the exterior VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire components and controls. Yoke Leg Series 300 Safety Cable Truss Hook Yoke Assembly Lamp Douse Switch Hinged Backcap Assembly Input Cable (to access lamp for replacement) Head Assembly Lamp Adjustment Controls Lamp Adjustment...

  • Page 17: Interior Head Components

    ESCRIPTION OMPONENTS Interior Head Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies located in the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Head. Front Lens Hinged Rail Assembly Magenta/Dimmer Bulkhead Lamp Motor Assembly Reflector Motor Assembly Blue/Amber Bulkhead Latched Rail Assembly Figure 1-2: Head Components 0 2.

  • Page 18: Interior Yoke Components

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Interior Yoke Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies located in the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Yoke. Mechanism Mechanism Relay Tilt Mechanism Main Controller Ignitor TILT-SIDE YOKE LEG BOARD-SIDE YOKE LEG YOKE TOP VIEW TILT-SIDE YOKE LEG To determine which yoke leg is which, without...

  • Page 19: Replacement Items And Accessories

    ESCRIPTION OMPONENTS Replacement Items and Accessories The following items can be ordered from PRG. (Please order by PRG part number.) PRG P/N Accessory 71.2526.0100 1000W 100 VAC Tungsten Lamp (VL5+) 71.2526.0120 1000W 120 VAC Tungsten Lamp (VL5+) 71.2526.0230 1000W 230 VAC Tungsten Lamp (VL5+) 71.2529.0120...

  • Page 20: Operation Overview

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Operation Overview External Power and Data Configuration Control data signals, 24Vdc, and lamp power are provided by a Series 300™ Smart Repeater™ or Smart Repeater™ Plus processing unit to Series 300™ luminaires via lamp cables. Up to (6) VL5+ Series Luminaires may be powered from a single Smart Repeater or Smart Repeater Plus unit.

  • Page 21: Smart Repeater Units

    ESCRIPTION PERATION VERVIEW Smart Repeater Units The Smart Repeater™ processing units combine electrical power and data signals from different sources and provide it for up to six VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaires via a single connector to each luminaire. Smart Repeater features: •...
  • Page 22 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Output connector providing power and signal to individual luminaire via luminaire lamp cable Circuit breaker protection for each output connector Neon lamp power indicator for each output FRONT VIEW Red Transmit LED Red Response LED indicates indicates valid data valid data between Repeater between Repeater...

  • Page 23: Internal Power And Data Distribution

    ESCRIPTION PERATION VERVIEW Internal Power and Data Distribution The following diagram shows how data and power are distributed within the VL5+ and VL5Arc+ Wash Luminaires. VL5+ AMBER TILT BLUE MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR DATA DATA DATA +24V LAMP CONTROL PCB +24V DATA +24V...
  • Page 24 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 02.9634.0002...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2. Installation

    Installation This chapter contains instructions for hanging or floor mounting the luminaire and connecting it to the system. • Mounting the Luminaire • System Connection 0 2 . 9 63 4 . 0 00 2...

  • Page 26: Mounting The Luminaire

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Mounting the Luminaire Attaching a Truss Hook The VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to accommodate the load created by this moving luminaire. In standard hanging applications, the VL5+ Series Luminaire utilizes a Series 300™...

  • Page 27: Hanging Methods

    NSTALLATION OUNTING THE UMINAIRE Hanging Methods Standard Hang In standard hanging applications, the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire utilizes a Series 300™ double truss hook, which is bolted to the pan tube and affixed to square tube or round pipe; the minimum outside dimension for a piece of pipe or tube is 1 inch (2.54 cm) and the maximum outside dimension is 2 inches (5.08 cm).
  • Page 28 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL A Safety Cable MUST be used for all hanging installations and may be required by local codes. Safety cable and input pigtail cable must be dressed to avoid interference with luminaire motion. Square tube or round pipe. Minimum outside dimension for pipe or tube is 1 inch (2.54 cm).

  • Page 29: Three-Point Hang

    NSTALLATION OUNTING THE UMINAIRE Three-Point Hang A Series 300™ third-point truss hook can be used to stabilize the luminaire in a three-point hanging configuration. The third-point hook is bolted to the pan tube in addition to the standard double hook. The following illustration shows how the hook is used to achieve a three-point hang.

  • Page 30: Floor Mounting

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Floor Mounting The VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire may be mounted in an upright floor position using a Series 300™ floor stand. The floor stand (22.9634.0161) includes all necessary hardware as shown in Figure 2-5. To install floor stand: Step 1.
  • Page 31 NSTALLATION OUNTING THE UMINAIRE Step 4. Place luminaire in desired floor position. Refer to clearances in Figure 2-6. Step 5. Connect input pigtail cable to Series 300™ Lamp Run Cable which is connected to a Smart Repeater™ or Smart Repeater™ Plus unit. (Refer to “External Power and Data Configuration”...

  • Page 32: System Connection

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL System Connection Connecting to System (Typical) The VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire requires a Smart Repeater™ unit for power and control by DMX512 consoles. (Refer to “Smart Repeater Units” on page 11 of the Operation Overview section.) Lamp power is provided by a APS6™...

  • Page 33: Input Voltage

    NSTALLATION YSTEM ONNECTION There are five connections for a wye source and four connections for a delta source. Cables are often color coded to represent corresponding connections. Table 2-1: Delta/Wye Connections Delta Power * Wye Power Connection Color Code Colour Code Color Code Colour Code Black...

  • Page 34: Configuring Modular Rack, C3 Modules And Aps6 Modules

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Configuring Modular Rack, C3 Modules and APS6 Modules Set Modular Rack SixPack chassis delta/wye switch(es) to correct setting: Determine requirements for either delta or wye load. • While operation as a delta load is typical in the U.S., most European countries require the system to be configured as a wye load.
  • Page 35 NSTALLATION YSTEM ONNECTION WARNING: The high voltages required to run this equipment are dangerous. Electrical "tie-ins" should be handled by a qualified electrician. Note: Some equipment in Europe will work using single-phase power. Check with an Account Manager regarding your event. DMX CONSOLE S300 MODULAR RACK S300 SMART REPEATER OR...
  • Page 36 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Configure lamp power modules, as required: Depending on the luminaire model (arc or incandescent), a different lamp power source will be required: Luminaire Lamp Type Lamp Power Source VL5+ incandescent Conventional Dimmer C3 Module (installed in a Series 300 Mod Rack) VL5Arc+ APS6 Module (installed in a Series 300 Mod Rack) Configure APS6™...
  • Page 37 NSTALLATION YSTEM ONNECTION Configure C3 Module(s) for VL5+ Luminaires: Lamp power for a VL5+™ Wash Luminaire is provided by either a conventional dimmer or a C3™ dimmer module installed in a Series 300™ Modular Rack. The C3 module can be configured in two different output modes to accommodate both the 1000 watt and 1200 watt versions of the 120V incandescent lamps used with VL5+ luminaires.
  • Page 38 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Configure APS6 Module(s) for VL5Arc+ Luminaires: Lamp power for a VL5Arc+ luminaire is provided by an APS6™ power supply module installed in a Series 300™ Modular Rack. CAUTION: Do not change mode or power setting with power applied to module.

  • Page 39: Chapter 3. Operation

    Operation This chapter contains instructions for power-up and lamp douse, along with DMX512 mapping information required for controlling the luminaire. • Power-Up Procedures • Smart Repeater Modes • DMX512 Mapping 0 2 . 9 63 4 . 0 00 2...

  • Page 40: Power-Up Procedures

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Power-Up Procedures Powering Up the Luminaire When power is applied, the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire will begin a calibration sequence which moves its pan, tilt, and all other mechanisms. After calibration, the luminaire head will either stop at its "home"...

  • Page 41: Lamp Douse Switch (Vl5Arc+)

    PERATION OWER ROCEDURES Lamp Douse Switch (VL5Arc+) The VL5Arc+ lamp douse switch should be used to douse the arc lamp before disconnecting the pigtail cable. This will prevent damage to the contacts in the CPC connector, which can be caused by drawing an arc during disconnect.

  • Page 42: Smart Repeater Modes

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Smart Repeater Modes Setting Smart Repeater DMX512 Modes There are a total of ten (10) software modes available for use in the Smart Repeater™ or Smart Repeater Plus™ units, allowing optimized control of the lighting system. Note: It is possible to have multiple modes in a single system, but not on a single Smart Repeater unit.
  • Page 43 PERATION MART EPEATER ODES Note: The mode is stored in a battery backed-up RAM in the Smart Repeater unit. A dead battery may cause the Smart Repeater to revert to the default mode (Mode 4) on power-up. Note: When no data is being received, the Smart Repeater unit will flash a "0" and the mode number. 0 2.

  • Page 44: Dmx512 Mapping

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX512 Mapping DMX512 Mapping by Mode The following charts provide DMX512 mapping, by Smart Repeater™ mode, for the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire. DMX Mode 1 Table 3-1: DMX512 Mode 1 (8-bit with Reset) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel...

  • Page 45: Dmx Mode 2

    : DMX512 M PERATION APPING DMX Mode 2 Table 3-2: DMX512 Mode 2 (8-bit Extended) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Intensity Dimmer* Tilt Tilt Blue Blue Amber Amber Magenta Magenta Diffusion Diffusion Focus Time Focus Time Color Time Color Time...

  • Page 46: Dmx Mode 3

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Mode 3 Table 3-3: DMX513 Mode 3 (16-bit with Reset) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Intensity Dimmer* Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Hi Byte Tilt Hi Byte Tilt Lo Byte Tilt...

  • Page 47: Dmx Mode 4

    : DMX512 M PERATION APPING DMX Mode 4 Table 3-4: DMX512 Mode 4 (16-bit Extended) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Intensity Dimmer* Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Hi Byte Tilt Hi Byte Tilt Lo Byte Tilt...

  • Page 48: Dmx Mode 5

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Mode 5 Table 3-5: DMX Mode 5 (16-bit with Reset) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Dimmer* Intensity Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Hi Byte Tilt Hi Byte Tilt Lo Byte Tilt...

  • Page 49: Dmx Mode 6

    : DMX512 M PERATION APPING DMX Mode 6 Table 3-6: DMX Mode 6 (16-bit Extended) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Dimmer * Intensity Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Hi Byte Tilt Hi Byte Tilt Lo Byte Tilt...

  • Page 50: Dmx Mode 7

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Mode 7 Note: Applies to Smart Repeater Plus Unit ONLY. Table 3-7: DMX512 Mode 7 (16-bit with Reset) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Dimmer* Intensity Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan...

  • Page 51: Dmx Mode 8

    : DMX512 M PERATION APPING DMX Mode 8 Note: Applies to Smart Repeater Plus Unit ONLY. Table 3-8: DMX512 Mode 8 (16-bit Extended) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Dimmer* Intensity Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Hi Byte Tilt...

  • Page 52: Dmx Mode 9

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Mode 9 Note: Applies to Smart Repeater Plus Unit ONLY. Table 3-9: DMX512 Mode 9 (16-bit with Reset) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Dimmer* Intensity Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan...

  • Page 53: Dmx Mode 10

    : DMX512 M PERATION APPING DMX Mode 10 Note: Applies to Smart Repeater Plus Unit ONLY. Table 3-10: DMX512 Mode 10 (16-bit Extended) VL5+ Wash VL5Arc+ Wash Port Number DMX Channel Luminaire Luminaire External Dimmer* Intensity Hi Byte Pan Hi Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Lo Byte Pan Hi Byte Tilt...

  • Page 54: Timing Channels

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Timing Channels Timing channel control improves the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. Three timing channels are provided: 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. Table 3-11: Channel Function / Timing Channel Relationship Timing Channel Channel Function...

  • Page 55: Color

    : DMX512 M PERATION APPING Color DMX Values - First row are 0-100% values, second row are 0-255 values. Shaded boxes mean the matches are close, but not exact. "Similar To" reflects the gel indicated used with a 3200°K source. Due to the difference in color media and lamp source, color references are approximate and may vary by application.
  • Page 56 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-12: VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Color Chart (Continued) Color Name Similar To VL5+ DMX * VL5Arc+ DMX * Deep Salmon 0/55/100 0/55/100 0/141-142/255 0/141-142/255 Medium Red Lux 27 50/100/100 50/100/100 128-130/255/255 128-130/255/255 Primary Red Lee 106 40/100/100 0/100/100...
  • Page 57 : DMX512 M PERATION APPING Table 3-12: VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Color Chart (Continued) Color Name Similar To VL5+ DMX * VL5Arc+ DMX * Primary Green 100/64/0 100/64/0 255/164-165/0 255/164-165/0 Light Green 100/60/0 100/60/0 255/153-155/0 255/153-155/0 Moss Green 100/52/0 100/51/0 255/133-135/0 255/131-132/0 Light Blue-Green...
  • Page 58 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-12: VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Color Chart (Continued) Color Name Similar To VL5+ DMX * VL5Arc+ DMX * Icy Blue Lux 68 100/0/55 100/0/50 255/0/141-142 255/0/128-130 Just Blue Lee 79 69/0/50 70/0/50 176-178/0/128-130 179-181/0/128-130 Primary Blue Lux 83 73/0/56...
  • Page 59 : DMX512 M PERATION APPING Table 3-12: VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Color Chart (Continued) Color Name Similar To VL5+ DMX * VL5Arc+ DMX * No Color Lilac Lux 52 28/0/48 72-73/0/123-124 Special Lavender Lux 54 22/0/41 57-58/0/105-107 Dark Rose 59/0/63 45/0/70 151-152/0/161-163 115-117/0/179-181...
  • Page 60 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 02.9634.0002...

  • Page 61: Chapter 4. Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter provides a basic troubleshooting guide, along with procedures for extended care of the luminaire and lamp. • Troubleshooting • Equipment Handling • Routine Maintenance For more detailed troubleshooting and maintenance procedures, refer to the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Service Manual (02.9634.0020).

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Troubleshooting Basic Troubleshooting Guide The following is a basic troubleshooting guide to get the luminaire up and running. For more extensive troubleshooting and testing, refer to the VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaire Service Manual (02.9634.0020). Table 4-1: Basic Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Cause(s) Refer to...

  • Page 63: Equipment Handling

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE QUIPMENT ANDLING Equipment Handling Proper Lamp Servicing and Operation Servicing • When handling a lamp, hold it by the ceramic base while wearing cotton gloves or finger cots. Do not touch the glass envelope (bulb). If you touch the glass with bare fingers, wipe off any fingerprints with alcohol.

  • Page 64: Routine Maintenance

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Routine Maintenance Replacing the Lamp (VL5+) Parts: 71.2526.0100 1 EA LAMP,VL5 1000W 100V (Asia,) or 71.2526.0120 1 EA LAMP, VL5 1000W 120V (U.S.), or 71.2526.0230 1 EA LAMP, VL5 1000W 230V (Europe), or 71.2529.0120 1 EA LAMP, 1200W 120V BLUE PINCH (U.S.) Tools: Cotton gloves or finger cots WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures.

  • Page 65: Replacing The Lamp (Vl5Arc+)

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Replacing the Lamp (VL5Arc+) Parts: 71.2528.0575 1 EA LAMP, 575 WATT ARC - PHILLIPS MSR575HR Tools: Screwdriver, #1 Phillips Cotton gloves or finger cots WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. CAUTION: Refer to “Proper Lamp Servicing and Operation”...

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Lamp (Vl5Arc+)

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Adjusting the Lamp (VL5Arc+) The VL5Arc lamp requires adjustment to maximize beam intensity. Tools: Screwdriver, #1 Phillips Cotton gloves or finger cots Clean, soft, lint-free cloth Glass cleaner (commercial grade) WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. CAUTION: Refer to “Proper Lamp Servicing and Operation”...
  • Page 67 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Note: To start all lamp adjustment screws at an even point, drive all the way in. Lamp Adjustment Screws Figure 4-3: VL5Arc+ Lamp Adjustment Screws Step 12. Close and latch front lens ring. 0 2. 9 6 3 4. 0 0 02...

  • Page 68: Replacing The Front Lens

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Replacing the Front Lens Several styles of front lens are available for the luminaire. These can be easily changed as required. Parts: 42.5002.0004 1 EA LENS, CLEAR 42.5002.0005 1 EA LENS, STIPPLE 42.5002.0006 1 EA LENS, 8-ROW LENTICULAR 42.5002.0007 1 EA LENS, 10-ROW LENTICULAR 42.5002.0008...

  • Page 69: Installing A Tophat/Gelframe

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Installing a Tophat/Gelframe The VL5 tophat can be used for two purposes: 1) to reduce the shape of the light output, and 2) to reduce the direct visibility of the lens. The tophat/gelframe consists of a connected two piece outer ring and a set of three removable smaller inner rings.
  • Page 70 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL To remove tophat inner rings: Step 1. At tophat/gelframe, remove four hitch pins that secure four ring rods to outer weldment (Figure 4-6). Step 2. Push four ring rods toward center to clear outer weldment ring. Remove inner ring assembly. Weldment Hitch Pin Ring Rod...

  • Page 71: Cleaning The Luminaire

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Cleaning the Luminaire Tools: Clean, lint-free cloth (2) Window cleaner 99% + Isopropyl alcohol Vacuum cleaner with brush nozzle or compressed air To clean the outside of the luminaire: WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. CAUTION: Use caution when handling lenses or reflector.
  • Page 72 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 02.9634.0002...

  • Page 73: Appendix A. Technical Specifications

    PPENDIX Technical Specifications 0 2 . 9 63 4 . 0 00 2...

  • Page 74: Vl5+™ Wash Luminaire

    OPERATING TEMP: 20° to 120°F (-29° to 49°C). COOLING: Convection cooled. CONTROL: Compatible with all PRG consoles and a wide variety of DMX512 consoles. POSITIONING: Can be mounted and operated in any orientation. SPACING: Hangs on 18 inch (460 mm) centers.

  • Page 75: Vl5Arc+™ Wash Luminaire

    OPERATING TEMP: 20° to 120°F (-29° to 49°C). COOLING: Convection cooled. CONTROL: Compatible with all PRG consoles and a wide variety of DMX512 consoles. POSITIONING: Can be mounted and operated in any orientation. SPACING: Hangs on 18 inch (460 mm) centers.
  • Page 76 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 02.9634.0002...

  • Page 77: Appendix B. Glossary

    PPENDIX Glossary This glossary provides useful terms associated with operating VL5+™ Series Wash Luminaires. 0 2 . 9 63 4 . 0 00 2...

  • Page 78: Glossary Of Terms

    VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Glossary of Terms A numerical "name" given to a device on a DMX512 line indicating which of 512 possible channels it will Address respond to. The process of adjusting the lamp within the reflector to obtain the desired output quality of the beam. Align (lamp) The lamp power supply (ballast) for arc lamps found in the VL5+ Series Luminaire.
  • Page 79 TECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS A six-pin, three-phase 35 amp connector found on 8/5 wire used to provide power to a Modular Rack Epic Connector SixPack chassis. (Break-In) 6 male plugs to female multicore connector. In the case of Series 300 equipment, a Socapex con- Fan-In nector.
  • Page 80 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL A power distribution and storage rack for SixPack chassis. The Mod Rack is fitted for 200A Cam-Lok input, Modular (Mod) Rack with six Epic connectors for individual outputs for up to four rack-mounted chassis and up to two auxiliary chassis.
  • Page 81 TECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Termination refers to the dampening of DMX signal at the end of the transmission line. Termination is Terminate/ Termination created by placing a 100 ohm resistor between pins 2 and 3 of the DMX line. Often, there is a switch on DMX devices to do this internally.
  • Page 82 VL5+™ S ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 02.9634.0002...

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