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  • Page 1 VL1600 ProfiLe user manual...

  • Page 2: Additional Documentation

    WARNING: It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or others. This user manual covers the following model(s): • VL1600 Profile; order code(s) 88-105-7270-00, 88-105-7270-10 • ; order code(s) 88-105-6950-00, 88-105-6950-10 • ; order code(s) 88-105-7340-00, 88-105-7340-10...

  • Page 3: Safety Warnings And Notices

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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 To simplify startup and minimize movement in the rig, the patented reduced-movement VL1600 ProfiLe calibration system in the VL1600 PROFILE calibrates pan and tilt on user manuaL the fixture while only requiring it to move to 50/50 home position during the process.

  • Page 7: Installation And Setup

    VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL 2  InsTallaTIOn & seTuP POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS CONNECTING POWER This fixture requires standard AC power distribution from 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Current required depends on the AC supply voltage. 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

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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

    NOTE: A male termination connector is available as an accessory from Vari-Lite. HANGING THE FIXTURE The VL1600 Profile 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.
  • Page 10 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL install mounting hardware and brackets: Step 1. Install truss hooks (also refer to “Truss Hook Hardware (by oth- Mega Claw Truss Hook (not provided) ers)” on page 23) for additional information) on two provided truss hook brackets as required as shown in Figure 2-7.

  • Page 11: Floor Mounting

    POWER-UP PROCEDURE When the luminaire is powered up for the first time, the default setting is enabled and the lamp remains off. Data In Data Thru Data Thru Termination** VL1600 Profile Channel Requirements* DMX512 Description Menu Display Channels 23 Channels 16-Bit Mode (default) **DMX terminator required for last fixture on DMX line.

  • Page 12: Program Starting Address

    VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL When AC power is applied, the luminaire immediately begins 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 13: Transportation And Shipping Case Requirements

    VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL Failure to sufficiently protect any Vari-Lite luminaire during shipping or transportation will result in damage and void the luminaire’s warranty. Vari-Lite will not be responsible for any shipping damage or breakage of any product under any circumstances. Vari-Lite will not be responsible for any third party case manufacturer’s cases.

  • Page 14: Operation

    The VL1600 Profile accomodates EasySwap color filters. EasySwap color filters can be switched out by remov- ing the filter and inserting another one into the slot. VL1600 Profile has one EasySwap color wheel with seven color filters and one open slot.

  • Page 15: Gobo Wheel

    4. Earth Tones 64 - 84 149 - 169 234 - 255 CAUTION: VL1600 Profile accepts glass gobos only. Use of metal gobos in these luminaires may damage gobo assembly and will void the luminaire warranty. GOBO DIAMETER IMAGE AREA DIAMETER...

  • Page 16: Dmx Operation

    VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL gobo wheel crossed slot screw (2 per head cover) CAUTION: Do not push on gobo glass. Press on gobo carrier only. CAUTION: Do not touch gobos with bare fingers. Wear cotton gloves or other covering while replacing. To...
  • Page 17 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TAbLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE AND 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED Intensity High 0-65536 16-bit control of Dimming Intensity low Pan High 32768 0-65536 540° Total Pan rotation...
  • Page 18 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TAbLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE AND 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED Preset premixed and user defi ned color presets Color presets take priority over CYm & Color wheel...
  • Page 19 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TAbLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE AND 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED 8-bit control of Gobo Wheel 1. see Channel 20 for control options. Interchangeable glass gobos 0 - 5...
  • Page 20 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TAbLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE AND 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED used as a control channel for diff erent movement options for Gobo Wheel 1 (Channel 17) 0 - 5 Gobo selection using shortest (quickest) path.
  • Page 21 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TAbLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE AND 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED used as a control channel for diff erent movement 0 - 255 options for Gobo Wheel 2 (Channel 21) 0 - 5 Gobo selection using shortest (quickest) path.
  • Page 22 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TAbLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-bIT MODE AND 16-bIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED Functions do not require 3 second DmX rule. mode will change once DmX level is reached 0-40...
  • Page 23 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TABLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-BIT MODE AND 16-BIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED Dynamically control fan speed vs LED Output operation. Deactivated LED preset modes take priority of max fan speed and output*...
  • Page 24 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL TABLE 1. VL1600 PROFILE 16-BIT MODE AND 16-BIT MODE ENHANCED DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT ENHANCED Luminaire Fan Auto (Fan spin rate set by LED temp - max speed 141 - 145 Control...
  • Page 25 VL1600 ProfiLe user manuaL RANGE DMX COLOR 0 - 10 Channel off Color mixing / color wheel takes priority 11 - 14 user Preset 1 15 - 18 user Preset 2 19 - 22 user Preset 3 23 - 26...

  • Page 30: 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 VL1600 Profile LCD Display and Menu System provides local control for accessing the following fixture’s settings: •...

  • Page 31: Menu System

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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 32: Lcd Display And Menu System Operation

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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 33: Diagnostic Tests

    ‘CW 3 TesT’ USB LOGGING The VL1600 Profile Luminaire stores error messages in a log file within the luminaire. This information along with specific luminaire settings can be saved as a .csv (comma-separated values) file to a USB flash drive con- nected to the USB port.
  • Page 34 VL1600 ProfiLe 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 35: Care And Maintenance

    VL1600 ProfiLe 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 36: Technical Support

    The information presented in this document is not intended as any commercial o er and does not form part of any quotation or contract, unless otherwise agreed by Signify. Data subject to change. Vl1600 PrOFIle user manual DOCumenT numBer: 64508-001...

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