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, and the Vari-Lite Asterisk are also trademarks owned by Genlyte Thomas Group LLC. VARI LITE® products are protected by one or more of the following patents, and other pending patent applications worldwide: U. S. Patents No. 6,123,436; 6,113,252; 6,046,861; 6,031,749; 6,011,640; 5,969,868; 5,959,768; 5,934,794; 5,882,107; 5,829,868; 5,825,548; 5,798,619;...
OREWORD How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Vari-Lite 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) / +1-214-647-7880 or customerservice@genlyte.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ 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.
WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK 1. VARI LITE® luminaires are designed for dry locations only. Exposure to rain or moisture may damage luminaire. 2. Disconnect power before servicing any VARI LITE® equipment. 3. Servicing to be performed by qualified personnel only.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION 1. Many VARI LITE® luminaires use a 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.
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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.
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ANUAL WARNUNG: HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ÜBERHÖHTE UV-STRAHLUNG 1. Viele VARI LITE®-Scheinwerfer verwenden die 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.
AVERTISSEMENT: DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES INCENDIES 1. Les luminaires VARI LITE® ont été conçus pour être utilisés uniquement avec certaines type de lampes. Vérifier le type de lampe (Osram HMI 1200 W/S metal halide lamp) avant de remplacer les lampes.
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DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE UNE EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV 1. Plusieurs luminaires VARI LITE® utilisent une lampe 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...
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ADVERTENCIA: INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO 1. Las luminarias VARI LITE® están diseñadas solamente para lugares secos. La exposición a la lluvia o humedad pueden dañar la luminaria. 2. Desconecte la energía antes de dar servicio a cualquier equipo de VARI LITE®.
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INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICIÓN EXCESIVA DE RADIACIÓN ULTRA VIOLETA 1. Muchas luminarias VARI LITE® usan un tipo de lámpara 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 pudiera estar...
ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual ........................1 Additional Documentation......................1 Text Conventions ........................2 Customer Service ........................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Standard Features ........................4 Specific Features ........................4 Components Included Items........................... 5 Replacement Items/Accessories....................5 Luminaire Overview .........................
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Strobe..........................24 Gobo/Effects Control ......................25 Gobo Wheel 1 (Rotating) and 2 (Fixed)................25 Index/Rotation ........................26 Shutter Control........................28 Shutter Mechanism ......................28 Luminaire Timing Timing Channel Information....................29 Updating Software Reprogramming Luminaires ....................
20.9678.0019 VL3500Q Spot Luminaire 20.9678.0020 Additional Documentation A service manual for extended maintenance of the VL3500 series luminaires is available in both printed and electronic (PDF) formats: • VL3500 Series Luminaire Service Manual (02.9678.0018) - Testing, Troubleshooting, Component Replacement and Illustrated Parts Breakdown.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ L ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Text Conventions The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual: Style Meaning [Button] Front panel button. Example: Press [Menu]. [Up] / [Down] arrows Press either [Up] or [Down] arrow button at Menu Display.
HAPTER Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with a list of accessories which are available. • Features • Components 02 .9678 .0019 0 31-July-2004...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Features Standard Features All VL3000 series luminaires have the following standard features: • CYM color mixing system. • Variable CTO color correction. • Full field dimming system. • Dual blade strobe system.
ESCRIPTION OMPONENTS Components Included Items The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire: Warranty Card VL3500 Documentation CD ROM Lamp Notice Tag Product Registration Card Quick Start Sheet VL3500 Luminaire Note: DO NOT handle arc lamp with bare 1200 Watt Short Arc Mounting Brackets hands.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Luminaire Overview The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls. Upper Enclosure Assembly Houses power supply, ballast, and display board. AC Input Cable Approximately 3’ in length. Truss Hook Bracket Attaches to enclosure base to allow truss hook installation.
HAPTER Installation This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire. It includes connecting power and data, along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing it within your system. • Power and Data Cabling Requirements •...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Power and Data Cabling Requirements Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Ten amps will be required. Depending on the application, the luminaire’s AC input cable may require a different connector. If...
EQUIREMENTS Data Cables The VL3500 series 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.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ 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. Table 2-1: Recommended Cable Types ∗...
Installation Procedures Hanging the Luminaire The VL3500 series 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 bracket assemblies (provided) are used to attach truss hooks or other mounting hardware as required. Many compatible truss hooks are available from different manufacturers for your particular needs.
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Step 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.)
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NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURES 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. Step 3.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ 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.
NSTALLATION OWERING Powering Up Power Up and Configuration 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 and the luminaire’s power switch is in the "On" position, the luminaire will immediately begin a calibration sequence that steps it through pan and tilt movements.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Addressing Program Starting Address The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display (refer to “Menu Operation” on page 46). The luminaire retains the DMX address even if power is removed.
HAPTER Operation This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and for updating the internal software. • DMX Operation • DMX Mapping • Luminaire Timing • Updating Software 02 .9678 .0019 0 31-July-2004...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Operation Channel Mapping 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. (There is only one DMX mode for this luminaire, which is Enhanced 16-bit Mode.)
: DMX O PERATION PERATION Control Channel Functions Control channel functions allow special actions such as reset, lamp on/off and partial recalibration. These must be executed with zero time transition or with timing disabled. Discrete values must be used; not manual controls such as faders or encoders (see chart below for values). Reset - resets all luminaire mechanisms.
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL To use control channel functions: Step 1. Select an action to be sent*. Step 2. Set control channel value for desired action (for example, 84 for reset). Hold value for 3 seconds.
: DMX M PERATION APPING DMX Mapping Dimmer Wheel The luminaire is equipped with a graduated glass dimmer wheel. The dimmer wheel allows for smooth timed fades from full light output to absolute black. Color Control The luminaire’s color system is composed of a color mixing mechanism and a fixed color wheel. The follow sections describe these components.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Fixed Color Wheel The fixed color wheel offers fast or timed changes, partial and full frame positions, and various spin rates in either direction. The wheel contains seven positions, one being open. The following illustration...
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: DMX M PERATION APPING Table 3-5: DMX Map for Fixed Color Wheel Position DMX Value Action Half Center Half Center Half Center Half Table 3-6: DMX Map for Fixed Color Wheel Spin DMX Value Wheel Spin / Direction 85 - 91 217 - 233 Fast to Slow / CCW 234 - 236...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Beam Control Strobe A dual blade strobe and dousing system provide variable strobe effects capable of slow, medium, fast, random, and plus a synchronized variable rate (up to 14 Hz.) operation. The strobe blades can be used to augment fades or rapid dousing (blocking of the beam) of the luminaire.
: DMX M PERATION APPING Gobo/Effects Control Gobo Wheel 1 (Rotating) and 2 (Fixed) Gobo Wheel 1 has six positions, one being open. The gobo wheel assembly can spin and individual gobos can rotate. Gobo Wheel 2 is fixed with seven positions with one being open. Fixed means only the gobo wheel will spin.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Index/Rotation The rotating gobo wheel operates in two modes: INDEX Mode and ROTATE Mode. The corresponding values are given in the DMX Map Tables below. Gobos will also behave as follows: •...
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: DMX M PERATION APPING The Gobo Index function utilizes 16-bit control which offers enhanced resolution whether in INDEX or ROTATE mode. Table 3-14: Index Rotation Range Function Range Index 0-65535 Rotate 0 (cw max) - 32599 (cw min) 32600 - 33047 (stop) 33048 - 65535 (ccw max) 02.9 678.00 19 0 31-July-2004...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Shutter Control Shutter Mechanism The shutter mechanism is comprised of four frame blades that move independently or in unison on two planes for a crisp, sharp image (refer to Figure 3-3 below).
PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Luminaire Timing Timing Channel Information Timing channel control improves the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. We provide up to four timing channels, one for focus (Pan and Tilt), one for color parameters, one for beam parameters, and one for gobo wheel position (spot version only).
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL A timing value of zero is full speed. A time value of 100% (or 255 in DMX) enables the associated parameter(s) to follow cue fade time (console time) rather than the timing channel.
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PERATION UMINAIRE IMING Timing channels can be set in either % or 0 - 255 (DMX) modes, with the following values assigned: Timing Channels Map Table 3-17: % Value = Seconds Full Speed 02.9 678.00 19 0 31-July-2004...
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Timing Channels Map Table 3-17: (Continued) % Value = Seconds 10.2 10.4 10.6 31-July-2004 0 2.9678 .0019 0...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Updating Software Reprogramming Luminaires In some cases, it may be desirable to upgrade the luminaire’s operating software. This process requires a PC, VLDownload.exe, .bin files and the Luminaire Programming Kit (28.9661.0054).
(if applicable). They will be executed one at a time in the order they appear in the window. This button can be used when any combination of VARI LITE luminaires are connected to the PC.
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Note: The History section of the window shows what specific types of luminaire software have been downloaded since the beginning of the session (window will reset once the program is closed and re- opened).
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”...
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Verify software version at luminaire: Step 1. At Menu Display, press [Menu]. Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Fixture appears. Press [Enter]. Step 3. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Version appears. Press [Enter].
HAPTER Menu System This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display feature. • Menu Operation • Menu Functions • Self-Tests 02 .9678 .0019 0 31-July-2004...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu 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.
YSTEM PERATION 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. Once again, press the [Up] / [Down] arrows to scroll through 2nd level functions.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu Functions Menu System Overview The following is a graphic representation of the entire menu system. Address Data Chan XXX data value Pan/Tilt Swap Config Lamp Power Inv Pan Power Up...
YSTEM UNCTIONS Menu System Function Chart The following is a detailed look at the internal menu system. Table 4-1: VL3500 Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Address XXX Address value Config LAMP Lamp Options Power Lamp Power ON (default) Configuration...
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-1: VL3500 Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Manual Pan * XXXX Value Manual Tilt * XXXX Value Commands Dimmer XXX Value Strobe XXX Value...
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YSTEM UNCTIONS Table 4-1: VL3500 Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test All @1 Test All mechanisms RUN TEST Run-Test in Progress Press [Menu] to at once, 2 steps stop tests All SEQ Test all RUN TEST Run-Test in Progress mechanisms in order, X steps.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu Function Definitions For easy reference, each possible menu item is listed alphabetically in the first column by its display abbreviation. The second column follows with a definition of the abbreviation and then a third column provides an explanation of its purpose and function.
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YSTEM UNCTIONS Table 4-2: Menu Function Definitions (Continued) Display Definition Purpose Index1 Gobo Index Specifies rotating the gobo index for manual control (Manual) and testing (Test) (EOT sensor, etc.) Inv Pan Invert Pan Reverses pan action for special focus requirements. Inv Tilt Invert Tilt Reverses tilt action for special focus requirements.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL 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 DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the link.
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YSTEM ESTS Movement Disable The Movement option allows pan and tilt to be disabled so that the luminaire can be placed in any position for testing without movement occurring. In order to regain full control of the luminaire, Movement will need to be enabled after testing. Note: When using the Movement option, pan and tilt will be disabled for all the luminaires that are linked.
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 31-July-2004 0 2.9678 .0019 0...
PPENDIX Troubleshooting and Maintenance This appendix provides instructions for troubleshooting and 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.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Troubleshooting 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) 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.
ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Troubleshooting Guide If a problem is suspected, first try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message. The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for various error messages and/or symptoms. Table A-2: Troubleshooting Chart Message Symptom Description Possible Cause/Remedy Lamp...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Routine Maintenance Lamp Replacement WARNING: Ensure that power is removed from luminaire when installing lamp. CAUTION: Wear cotton gloves or other covering while installing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life. If touched, use alcohol and cotton cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of lamp.
ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Align Lamp The design of the VL3500 luminaire optical system allows for a flat or peaked field. A flat field is one where there is no detectable hot spot and a peaked field is one where the intensity of the beam is greater at the center of the beam than at the perimeter.
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Gobo Replacement - Gobo Wheels 1 and 2 Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Gobos may be HOT after operation. Allow to cool before replacing.
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ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Top Head Cover * 1/4-Turn Screw Gobo Wheel Do not touch glass with bare fingers. (see detail) Press on gobo carrier only. CAUTION: HEEL Bottom Head Cover * Gobo Assembly Gobo Wheel Front of luminaire Carrier * Head covers are attached by tethers. Press from this side HEEL Gobo Assembly...
VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Color Filter Replacement Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Filters may be HOT after operation. Allow to cool before replacing. To replace a color filter: Step 1.
ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Cleaning Front Lens The front lens can be cleaned using a common glass cleaner and a soft, lint-free cloth. Front Lens Figure A-5: Cleaning Front Lens 02.9 678.00 19 0 31-July-2004...
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 31-July-2004 0 2.9678 .0019 0...
PPENDIX Technical Specifications VL3500 Spot Luminaire PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS Zoom Optics 13-element 6:1 zoom optics system covering a range of 10° to 60°. Color System A three-filter CYM cross-fading mechanism. A fixed color wheel with six interchangeable color filters and continuous wheel rotation for additional effects. It includes a variable CTO color temperature correction filter.
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VARI LITE® - VL3500™ S ’ ERIES UMINAIRE ANUAL _OPTICAL Source Osram HMI 1200 W/S Metal Halide Lamp, 6000°K, 85CRI Output 24,000 lumens Reflector Precision glass reflector with dichroic cold mirror coating. Color Filter Fixed wheel color filters: .044" thick, 2.039" diameter.
Vari-Lite, 10911 Petal Street, Dallas, Texas 75238 / 1-877-VARILITE / 1-214-647-8038 (fax) / customerservice@genlyte.com Customer: _____________________________________________ Date: ___________________ VL3000 RMA Form VL3500 Series VL3500™ Series Luminaires Part Number Warranty Serial Numbers Warranty Total Warranty Tilt Motor Assy 21.9678.0765 Pan Motor Assy 21.9678.0864...
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