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  • Page 1 VL2600 SerieS user manual VL2600 ProfiLe VL2600 SPot VL2600 WaSh...

  • Page 2: About This Document

    Vari-Lite website at www.vari-lite.com. This user manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine mainte- nance for Vari-Lite VL2600 Series. Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your product.

  • Page 3: Safety Warnings And Notices

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL SAFETY WARNINGS AND NOTICES Read this user manual in full before attempting to install, operate or maintain the fi xture to which it relates. This user manual is intended to provide general guidance to such suitably qualifi ed personnel. Installation and opera- tion of the fi...

  • Page 4: Compliance Notice

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL COMPLIANCE NOTICE FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 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: How To Obtain Warranty Service

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE A copy of the Limited Warranty card was included in the shipping package for this product. To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-214-647-7880, or entertainment.service@ signify.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service. You will need to provide the model and serial number of the item being returned, a description of the problem or failure and the name of the registered user or organization.
  • Page 6 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL 1  DesCrIPTIOn featUreS VL2600 ProfiLe • Lower power consumption – approx. • Beam shaping – Four blade framing system 820W (550W LED engine) • Beam reduction – Iris • High output - 19,000 lumens • Compact design – 464 x 300 x 715mm (18 x 12 x 28in) •...

  • Page 7: Installation And Setup

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL 2  InsTallaTIOn & seTuP PoWer aND Data CaBLiNG reQUireMeNtS CoNNeCtiNG PoWer This fixture requires standard AC power distribution from 100VAC-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Current required depends on the AC supply voltage and product model. NOTE: The mating Neutrik® powerCON® True1 connector is supplied; however, you will need to purchase or construct a cable appropriate for your application.

  • Page 8: Data Cables

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL 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 9: Hanging The Fixture

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 2. RECOMMENDED CAbLES tYPe PairS ZΩ* JaCKet teMP (°f) teMP (°C) BeLDeN CaBLeS 1215a IBm Type 6 Office 1269a PTFe 22 (solid) High Temp, Plenum 8102 ul2919 8132 ul2919 8162 ul2493 82729 PTFe High Temp, Plenum...
  • Page 10 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL install mounting hardware and brackets: Step 1. Install truss hooks (also refer to “Truss Hook Hardware (by oth- Mega Claw ers)” on page 23) for additional information) on two provided Truss Hook (not provided) truss hook brackets as required as shown in Figure 2-7.

  • Page 11: Floor Mounting

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL Step 3. Attach safety cable (as required) as follows: Loop safety cable at least once around safety cable anchor point rod. Loop safety cable at least once around truss/pipe and secure around pipe. Step 4. Make sure tilt and pan locks are disengaged so luminaire moves freely.

  • Page 12: Power-Up Procedure

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL PoWeriNG UP PoWer-UP ProCeDUre When the luminaire is powered up for the first time, the default setting is enabled and the lamp will remain off. When AC power is applied, the luminaire will immediately begin a calibration sequence that steps it through full pan and tilt movements.

  • Page 13: Transportation And Shipping Case Requirements

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL traNSPortiNG When shipping or transporting luminaires, Vari-Lite recommends that the luminaire(s) be sufficiently protected against any (including, but not limited to) shock, vibration, drops, jarring, exposure to the environment, etc. Failure to sufficiently protect any Vari-Lite luminaire during shipping or transportation will result in damage and void the luminaire’s warranty.

  • Page 14: Operation

    CoLor CoNtroL & GoBoS CoLor WheeL Open slot VL2600 Profile, VL2600 Spot, VL2600 Wash VL2600 Series fixed color wheel holds 7 color filters and has one open space. Note that the open space will not accommodate a filter. Congo Dark Blue Blue CAUTION: VL2600 Series accept glass gobos only.
  • Page 15 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL VL2600 Spot WHEEL 1 Open slot Night sky Circle of ovals Bricked out Punch card Swirl Honeycomb reverse On the rocks* * Glass Gag This rotating gobo wheel offers seven rotatable, indexable gobo positions and one open position.
  • Page 16 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL iNStaLL or rePLaCe GoBoS WARNING: Remove power from luminaires before performing maintenance. Gobos may be HOT after oper- tion. Allow to cool before handling. to replace a rotating gobo: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2.

  • Page 17: Dmx Operation

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL Hold the gobo with the dark side facing upwards towards the teeth in the gobo holder. Match up the alignment marks (arrowed) in the gobo and gobo holder. Lay the new gobo flat in the gobo holder.
  • Page 18 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 1. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Intensity High 0-65535 16 Bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan rotation Pan low Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270° Total Tilt...
  • Page 19 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 1. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 46 - 50 Gobo 1 (night sky) rotate 51 - 55 Gobo 2 (Circle of Ovals) rotate 56 - 60 Gobo 3 (Bricked Out) rotate...
  • Page 20 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 1. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 8-bit control of Gobo Wheel for movement options see 0-255 channel 22 0 - 5 Open - no Gobo 6 - 10 6-10 Gobo 1 (leafy Breakup)
  • Page 21 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 1. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 0 - 255 Controls Prism mechanism with following values. 0 - 5 Open 6 - 10 Index Triangular Prism 0 - 255 11 - 15...
  • Page 22 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 1. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Dynamically control fan speed vs leD Output operation. 0 - 255 Control values as follows . . . automatic fan/output adjustment (Default) Fan Control linear control of fan speed and leD max output*...
  • Page 23 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 2. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Intensity High 0-65535 16-bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan rotation Pan low Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270° Total Tilt...
  • Page 24 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 2. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 46 - 50 Gobo 1 (night sky) rotate 51 - 55 Gobo 2 (Circle of Ovals) rotate 56 - 60 Gobo 3 (Bricked Out) rotate...
  • Page 25 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 2. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 8-bit control of Gobo Wheel for movement options see 0-255 channel 22 0 - 5 Open - no Gobo 6 - 10 6-10 Gobo 1 (leafy Breakup)
  • Page 26 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 2. VL2600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Prism Index/rot 0 - 65535 16-bit control of prism rotation and index. High Byte 0 - 32756 rotate Fast to slow <<< 32767 Prism Index/rot...
  • Page 27 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 3. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Intensity High 0-65535 16 Bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan rotation Pan low Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270° Total Tilt...
  • Page 28 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 3. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 46 - 50 Gobo 1 (night sky) rotate 51 - 55 Gobo 2 (Circle of Ovals) rotate 56 - 60 Gobo 3 (Bricked Out) rotate...
  • Page 29 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 3. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 8-bit control of Gobo Wheel for movement options see 0-255 channel 24 0 - 5 Open - no Gobo 6 - 10 Gobo 1 (Dichrofusion) Index...
  • Page 30 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 3. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 0-255 Iris size control 0 - 5 Gobo selection using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 Gobo selection using normal (longest) path. 11 - 20...
  • Page 31 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 3. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 0 - 255 Controls Prism mechanism with following values. 0 - 5 Open 6 - 10 Index Triangular Prism 11 - 15 rotate normal 16 - 20...
  • Page 32 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 3. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 0 - 255 Hybrid - full zoom range no restrictions (default) spot Projection - 6%-100% Zoom range no other restrictions 31 - 60 besides zoom range...
  • Page 33 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 4. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Intensity High 0-65535 16 Bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan rotation Pan low Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270°...
  • Page 34 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 4. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 46 - 50 Gobo 1 (night sky) rotate 51 - 55 Gobo 2 (Circle of Ovals) rotate 56 - 60 Gobo 3 (Bricked Out) rotate...
  • Page 35 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 4. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 36 - 40 Gobo 7 (Droplets) Index 41 - 45 Open - no Gobo 46 - 50 Gobo 1 (Dichrofusion) rotate 51 - 55...
  • Page 36 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 4. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 21 - 25 21-25 Gobo 4 (radial Breakup) 26 - 30 26-30 Gobo 5 (Dust) 31 - 35 31-35 Gobo 6 (neurons) Gobo Wheel 3...
  • Page 37 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 4. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL *do not require 3 second Dam rule mode will change once DmX level I reached **set discrete value of desired eff ect, wait >3 seconds, then 0-255 set value to 0 (Idle).
  • Page 38 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 4. VL2600 SPOT 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Control Channel used for full fi xture settings, lamp controls, and miscellaneous modes. set discrete value of desired 0 - 255 eff ect, wait >3 seconds, then set value to 0 (Idle). note some consoles have a delay in their channel marco action.
  • Page 39 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 5. VL2600 WASH 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Intensity High 0-65535 16 Bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan rotation Pan low Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270° Total Tilt...
  • Page 40 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 5. VL2600 WASH 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 0 - 255 0 - 255 Control Channel for strobing functions. 0 - 5 Open 6 - 10 Closed strobe Control 11 - 15 normal strobe...
  • Page 41 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 5. VL2600 WASH 16-bIT MODE ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 26 - 30 Display - menu On 31 - 35 Display - menu OFF 36 - 40 reCal Position 41 - 45 reCal Color 46 - 50...
  • Page 42 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 6. VL2600 WASH 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL Intensity High 0-65535 16 Bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan rotation Pan low Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270°...
  • Page 43 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 6. VL2600 WASH 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 0 - 255 0 - 255 Control Channel for strobing functions. 0 - 5 Open 6 - 10 Closed strobe Control 11 - 15...
  • Page 44 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL TAbLE 6. VL2600 WASH 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED ParaMeter DefaULtS raNGe DMX DeSCriPtioN ChaNNeL 26 - 30 Display - menu On 31 - 35 Display - menu OFF 36 - 40 reCal Position 41 - 45 reCal Color...
  • Page 45 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL rDM ParaMeterS eSta reQUireD / rDM ParaMeter iDS VaLUe CoMMeNt DMX / Ui DeSCiPtioN aLLoWeD aLLoWeD StaNDarD iMPLeMeNteD Category - network management DIsC_unIQue_BranCH 0x0001 DIsC_muTe 0x0002 DIsC_un_muTe 0x0003 PrOXIeD_DeVICes 0x0010 PrOXIeD_DeVICes_COunT 0x0011 COmms_sTaTus 0x0015 Category - status Collection...
  • Page 46 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL eSta reQUireD / rDM ParaMeter iDS VaLUe CoMMeNt DMX / Ui DeSCiPtioN aLLoWeD aLLoWeD StaNDarD iMPLeMeNteD manuFaCTurer_laBel 0x0081 DeVICe_laBel 0x0082 FaCTOrY_DeFaulTs 0x0090 reset Defaults lanGuaGe_CaPaBIlITIes 0x00a0 lanGuaGe 0x00B0 sOFTWare_VersIOn_laBel 0x00C0 Version BOOT_sOFTWare_VersIOn_ID 0x00C1 BOOT_sOFTWare_VersIOn_laBel 0x00C2 Category - DmX512 setup...
  • Page 47 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL eSta reQUireD / rDM ParaMeter iDS VaLUe CoMMeNt DMX / Ui DeSCiPtioN aLLoWeD aLLoWeD StaNDarD iMPLeMeNteD Category - Display settings 0x05xx DIsPlaY_InVerT 0x0500 DIsPlaY_leVel 0x0501 Category - Confi guration 0x06xx Pan_InVerT 0x0600 TIlT_InVerT 0x0601 Pan_TIlT_sWaP 0x0602...

  • Page 48: Menu Functions

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL 4  OPeraTIOn MeNU fUNCtioNS Press the MENU button to select any functions, until the required function is shown in the display. Select the LCD Display and Menu System The VL2600 Luminaire’s LCD Display and Menu System provides local control for accessing the following fixture’s settings:...

  • Page 49: Menu System

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL MeNU SYSteM Address Address Configure Pan / Tilt Movement Enable Disable Degrees of Pan 540 Degree 630 Degree Head Motors Movement Enable Disable Display Orientation Auto Down On Time 30 Sec 5 Min 10 Min Reset Defaults...

  • Page 50: Lcd Display And Menu System Operation

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL LCD DiSPLaY aND MeNU SYSteM oPeratioN The LCD Display Menu system consists of several categories. Use the Menu Buttons to access and make changes to the menu items. When the desired menu item is reached, press the desired Menu Button to display the menu options and to navigate and configure the menu options as required.

  • Page 51: Diagnostic Tests

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL NOTE: When the luminaire is not connected to power and the LCD menu is operating on battery, this proximity sensor is disabled. SeLf teStS rUNNiNG ParaMeter teStS The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the TEST menu functions.
  • Page 52 VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL to save the current log file to a USB Flash Drive: Step 1. Insert a USB flash drive (not supplied, by others) into luminaire’s USB port. Step 2. Step 2. Press [ESC]. Step 3. Press [UP] / [DOWN] arrows until Fixture appears. Press [OK].

  • Page 53: Care And Maintenance

    VL2600 SerieS uSer manuaL aPPeNDiX a  Care anD maInTenanCe troUBLeShootiNG The following are a few common problems that may occur during operation. the unit does not work; light and fan do not turn on • Check the connection of power and main fuse.

  • Page 54: Technical Support

    TECHNICAL GLOBAL 24HR TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Call: +1 214 647 7880 SUPPORT entertainment.service@signify.com NORTH AMERICA SUPPORT: Call: 877-VARI-LITE (877-827-4583) entertainment.service@signify.com EUROPEAN CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER: Call: +31 (0) 543 542 531 entertainment.europe@signify.com VARI-LITE AMERICAS 10911 Petal Street OFFICES Dallas, TX 75235 Tel: +1 214-647-7880 Fax: +1 214-647-8039 EUROPE Rondweg Zuid 85...

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