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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) or customerservice@genlyte.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE 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.
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OREWORD products described herein. Heed all cautions and warnings during installation and use of this product. Safety symbols used throughout this manual are as follows: CAUTION advising of potential damage to product. WARNING advising of potential injury or death to persons. GENERAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO PROTECTION AGAINST ELEC- TRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE UV RADIATION, AND INJURY TO PERSONS CAN BE FOUND BELOW.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL WARNING: 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.
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OREWORD Sicherheitshinweise Es ist äußerst wichtig, ALLE Sicherheitsinformationen und -hinweise in diesem Handbuch und dem beiliegenden Informationsmaterial zu lesen, bevor Sie die hierin beschriebenen Produkte installieren bzw. bedienen. Halten Sie bei der Installation und dem Einsatz dieses Produkts alle Warnhinweise und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ein. Folgende Sicherheitssymbole werden in diesem Handbuch verwendet: VORSICHT - weist auf möglichen Produktschaden hin.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 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. B. Sprünge oder Schrammen) eingeschränkt ist. WARNUNG: HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN 1.
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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.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL AVERTISSEMENT: 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.
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OREWORD Aviso sobre Seguridad Es muy importante leer TODA la información e instrucciones sobre seguridad que se indica en este manual así como en los documentos adjuntos antes de instalar y operar los productos descritos. Se debe prestar atención a todos los avisos y advertencias durante la instalación y uso de este producto.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL ADVERTENCIA: 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.
ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents About This Manual ...................... 1 Additional Documentation................... 1 Customer Service ......................2 Technical Bulletins / Technical Notices............... 2 Chapter 1. Description Features Overview........................4 Features ......................... 4 Major Components External Components....................5 Menu Display ......................6 Menu Controls.......................
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Chapter 3. Illustrated Parts Breakdown Drawing Tree VL2500 Wash Luminaire ................... 42 Top Assembly VL2500 Wash Included Items Kit ................44 VL2500 Wash Luminaire ................... 45 VL2500 Generic Luminaire ..................47 Front Wash Assembly....................49 Concave/Diffuser Front Lens Assembly ..............51 Convex Lens Assembly....................
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Display Cable Assembly..................126 Ballast to Controller Cable Assembly..............127 Lamp Supply to Relay Cable Assembly ..............128 DC Output Cable Assembly..................129 VL2500 Wash Luminaire Schematics 700W Ballast Schematic ..................131 Ballast Rider Schematic................... 133 VL2500 Luminaire Schematic................. 134 Main Control Board (MCB) Schematic..............
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Notes xvii i 09-December-2004 0 2.9676 .0022 0...
A support web page for VL2500 series luminaires is available at www.vari-lite.com (follow the Support link). A separate users manual is available for installation and operation of the VL2500 wash luminaire. This manual is available in both printed and electronic (PDF) formats. VL2500™ Wash Luminaire Users Manual (02.9676.0021).
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Customer Service Our Goal At Vari-Lite, we are committed to providing you the highest quality in customer service. Our comprehensive resources are available to help your business succeed and ensure you get the full benefit of being a Vari-Lite customer. Whether your needs are telephone/troubleshooting assistance, product training or technical service, our full- time staff of experienced professionals are on-hand to provide support.
HAPTER Description This chapter provides an overview of luminaire features, components and operations. • Features • Major Components • Principles of Operation 02.9 676.00 22 0 09-December-2004...
ERVICE ANUAL Features Overview The VL2500 Wash Luminaire comes complete with all of the qualities and options designers love from the original Series 2000™ fixtures. It is still small, lightweight, and fast with a 700- watt short arc lamp, impressive lumen output, and a variable field angle from 14°...
ESCRIPTION AJOR OMPONENTS Major Components External Components The following illustration shows major luminaire components and controls. Truss Hook Bracket Assembly Removable Lamp Assembly (to access lamp for replacement) Upper Enclosure Assembly AC Input Cable Head Assembly Yoke Assembly Vertical Captive Knob Horizontal for lamp access (does not adjust...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Menu Display 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.
ESCRIPTION AJOR OMPONENTS Head Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies which are located in the luminaire head assembly. (Yoke and enclosure not shown for clarity.) Removable Cover Dual Blade Strobe Assembly Back Cap / CYM Color/Dimmer Bulkhead Lamp Assembly Fixed Color Bulkhead Fan Assembly Removable Cover...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Yoke Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies which are located in the luminaire yoke assembly. (Head and enclosure not shown for clarity.) Yoke Arm Cover Fan Assembly Relay Ignitor PCB Yoke Structure...
ESCRIPTION AJOR OMPONENTS Enclosure Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies which are located in the luminaire enclosure assembly. (Yoke and head assembly not shown for clarity.) Enclosure Top Covers 700W Arc Ballast Module Fan Assembly Input Panel Assembly containing DMX Input PCB and Menu Display 150W +24V/6.3A...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Principles of Operation Power and Data Flow Diagram The following diagram shows how data and power are distributed in the luminaire. Fix Color UV / IR Back Cap OT Sw OT Sw Switch...
HAPTER Maintenance This chapter contains test, service, and standard maintenance procedures. • Testing • Troubleshooting • Maintenance Procedures WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire and by a trained and qualified service technician. Never remove cover or backcap while lamp is in operation. 02.9 676.00 22 0 09-December-2004...
Testing software is available in all Series 2000 luminaires through the luminaire’s menu system TEST function. For information on specific tests and test parameters, see the VL2500 Wash Luminaire User’s Manual (VL Part no. 02.9676.0021). When running tests on multiple luminaires, a loopback connector is required at the first luminaire in the link and a male termination connector is required at the last luminaire.
AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING 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), one at a time until the end of the list is reached. To review the error messages again, it will be necessary to access them “Troubleshooting Guide”...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Troubleshooting Guide If a problem is suspected, try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide table (below) for more information. This table provides possible causes and remedies for each message.
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AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Table 2-2: Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Message Symptom Description Possible Cause and Remedy Pan No Luminaire will not pan or Pan Sensor Not Found EOT flag attached to large pulley is not engaging the Sens hits against stop EOT sensor... - ensure flag is attached to the large pulley.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Maintenance Procedures Head Assembly This section provides removal and replacement procedures for components found in the luminaire head assembly. Lamp Replacement Parts: 71.2528.0700 LAMP, 700 WATT SHORT ARC WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance.
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Step 6. Align guide rods in guide holes and slide backcap into head assembly. Re- tighten captive knob. Step 7. If required, reset lamp hour counter as follows. (Refer to "Menu System" in VL2500 Wash Luminaire User’s Manual for more information.) a. Power up luminaire. b. At Menu Display, press [Menu].
Wear protective gloves and/or use tools to prevent burns. To align lamp: Step 1. Using internal menus select Lamp test to set beam. Refer to VL2500 Wash Luminaire User’s Manual for more information. (If using console, set intensity to 100% and adjust diffusion to produce a tight beam.) Step 2.
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Fixed Color Bulkhead Replacement Parts: 21.9676.1120 ASSY, FIXED COLOR BULKHEAD Procedure: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. At head cover, turn captive screws and remove cover. (It will remain attached by tether.) Figure 2-4.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Standard Color Filter Replacement Parts: Color Filter as required To remove and replace a standard color filter: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. At head cover, turn two captive screws and remove cover. (It will remain attached by tether.)
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Strobe Bulkhead Replacement Parts: 22.9676.0016 ASSY, STROBE BULKHEAD Procedure: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. At head cover, turn two captive screws and remove cover. (It will remain attached by tether.) Figure 2-6.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Front Assembly Removal This procedure may be necessary to gain access to other components. To remove and re-install front assembly: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. At head cover, turn two captive screws one-quarter turn and remove cover. (It will remain attached by tether.)
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Beam Spreader Motor Assembly Replacement Parts: 22.9671.0468 ASSY, BEAM SPREADER MOTOR ASSY To remove and replace beam spreader motor assembly: WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire. Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Concave Lens Assembly Replacement Parts: 22.9671.0413 ASSY, CONCAVE LENS To remove and replace concave lens assembly: WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire. Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source.
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Convex Lens Assembly Replacement Parts: 22.9671.0414 ASSY, CONVEX LENS To remove and replace convex lens assembly: WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire. Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Step 5. In replacement convex lens assembly, using 1/4" Allen Wrench, adjust 8-32 X 2" screw so that screw head is nearly flush with drive bushing plate to create a .020" gap between concave and convex lens assemblies.
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES 100MM Condenser Lens Assembly Replacement Parts: 22.9671.0402 100MM CONDENSER LENS ASSEMBLY To remove and replace 100MM condenser lens assembly: WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire. Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Yoke Assembly This section provides removal and replacement procedures for components found in the luminaire yoke assembly. Tilt Motor Assembly Replacement Parts: 22.9676.0610 ASSY, TILT MOTOR To replace tilt motor assembly: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Main Control Board (MCB) PCB Replacement Parts: 24.9676.0730 MCB PCB ASSY To replace an MCB PCB: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. At board-side leg, remove yoke leg cover by removing four 6-32×5/16" PPB screws.
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Ignitor PCB Replacement Parts: 24.9661.1126 PCB ASSY, SOLID STATE IGNITOR To replace ignitor PCB: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Ignitor PCB Screws Yoke Leg Cover Yoke cross member Figure 2-14: Ignitor PCB Replacement Step 2.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Step 9. Remove two 1/4" hex standoffs from ignitor PCB by removing the 6-32×5/ 16" PPZ screws and #6 lock washers. Install in same place on new ignitor PCB. Figure 2-15. 6-32×5/16" #6 Lock Washer PPZ Screw 1/4"...
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Enclosure Assembly This section provides removal and replacement procedures for components found in the luminaire enclosure assembly. Removing Enclosure Covers To gain access to enclosure components, it will be necessary to remove the top and bottom covers. To remove and replace enclosure covers: Step 1.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL CAUTION: Be careful not to damage lens during next step. Step 4. Carefully lay luminaire on its side, ensuring that lens does not come into contact with any surface. Figure 2-17. Figure 2-17: Laying Luminaire on Its Side Step 5.
AINTENANCE AINTENANCE ROCEDURES Pan Motor Assembly Replacement Parts: 21.9678.0864 PAN MOTOR ASSY Procedure: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. Carefully lay luminaire on its side to have access to bottom of enclosure. Step 3. At enclosure assembly, remove bottom cover. Step 4.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Pan Encoder Replacement Parts: 24.9678.0729 PAN ENCODER ASSY Procedure: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. Carefully lay luminaire on its side to have access to bottom of enclosure.
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Power Supply (LVS) Replacement Parts: 69.3176.0200 POWER SUPPLY (LVS) ASSY Repair Procedure Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2. At enclosure, remove top cover at power supply side.
HAPTER Illustrated Parts Breakdown This chapter contains illustrated parts breakdowns for assemblies in the VL2500 Wash Luminaire. • Drawing Tree • Top Assembly • Yoke • Enclosure • Cables 02.9 676.00 22 0 09-December-2004...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Wash Fan Assembly 22.9676.1090 Rev C Refer to Figure 3-11. Item Qty. Description 10.9676.1068 AIR DUCT, FRONT FAN, WASH 22.9676.0091 ASSY, FAN BULKHEAD 22.9676.0095 AIR DUCT, REAR FAN 25.8007.2212 CABLE ASSY, GROUND STRAP, #6 RING 3" LG 40.7113.0002...
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LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN SSEMBLY Wash Fan Assembly (continued) Direction of Air Flow (x8) (x2) (x2) (x3) 20, 21, 8, 9 7, 10 (x5) Figure 3-11: Wash Fan Assembly 02.9 676.00 22 0 09-December-2004...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Crossfade Color Assembly 21.9676.1201 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-13. Item Qty. Description 10.9676.0230.01 SPACER, COLOR WHEEL 10.9676.0230.02 SPACER, COLOR MOTOR 10.9676.0233 AFT BULKHEAD, CROSSFADE COLOR SYSTEM 10.9676.0239 SPACER, BULKHEAD, COLOR SYSTEM 10.9676.0284 SHAFT, COLOR SYSTEM 10.9678.0457.04...
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL VL2500 Main Control Board PCB Assy (cont.) Bottom Side Top Side Figure 3-19: VL2500 Main Control Board PCB Assembly 09-December-2004 0 2.9676 .0022 0...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Yoke Fan Assembly 22.9676.0609 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-23. Item Qty. Description 10-9676.0646 FAN TRAY, YOKE ARM 40.7113.0001 FAN, +24V 80 X 80 X 25 MM 32CFM RECPT, 2POS MTA100 W/ POL TAB RED CLSD END 52.6396.2202...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN NCLOSURE Pan Tube Assembly 21.9678.0880 Rev C Refer to Figure 3-30. Item Qty. Description 10.9678.0809 PAN TOGGLE STOP 10.9678.0847 WASHER, SILICONE FOAM 10.9678.0848 WASHER, PAN TEFLON 12.9678.0891 PAN TUBE, MACHINED 54.1206.0021 RING, RETAINING 1.562" SHAFT 1.468" GRV DIA 54.1255.0002 BEARING ASSY, FLUSH MOUNT HOUSING LARGE Figure 3-30: Pan Tube Assembly...
VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Pan Motor Assembly 21.9678.0864 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-31. Item Qty. Description PLATE, PAN MOTOR MOUNT 10.9678.0865 ASSY, DRIVE PULLY, PAN 21.9678.0828 PCB ASSY, VL2203 PAN/TILT ENCODER 24.9678.0729 MOTOR, 3-PHASE SIZE 23 HIGH TORQUE 44.9678.0680...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN NCLOSURE Ballast Module (Arc Power Supply) Assembly 23.9671.1250 Rev F Refer to Figures 3-34 and 3-35. Item Qty. Description 06.6032.0009 CABLE MARKER TIE, WHITE 19 X 7.4" 10.9661.1260 HEAT SINK, LEFT 1200 WATT POWER SUPPLY 10.9661.1261 HEAT SINK, RIGHT 1200 WATT POWER SUPPLY 10.9661.1262 TOP, AIR DUCT 1200 WATT POWER SUPPLY 10.9661.1274...
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VARI❋LITE® - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Item Qty. Description 80.2648.0001 TRANSISTOR, IXFH32N50 POWER MOSFET 500V 32A TO-247 82.4323.0001 DIODE, BRIDGE D25XB60 600V 25A SIP 82.5341.0001 DIODE, DSEI30-06A FRED 25-37A T0-247 AD 09-December-2004 0 2.9676 .0022 0...
® VARI❋LITE - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL EFERENCE Main Control Board (MCB) Schematic REV. NO ECO # DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED NONE ENG RELEASE 4/16/04 NOTES: UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED NONE CHANGED VALUES ON VR1 AND VR4 4/27/04 NONE CHANGED VALUES ON RES- SHT 2 5/11/04 1.) ALL CAPACITOR VALUES ARE IN MICROFARADS.
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® VARI❋LITE - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL EFERENCE Main Control Board (MCB) Schematic (continued) +3.3V D[0..3 1] 3/B3,3/A3 +1.8V +1.8V +1.8V +1.8V +1.8V A[0 ..24] 2/C3,3/D6,3/A3 CS_MTR- 2/B4,3/A6 CS_UART- 2/B4,3/A6 A 15 +1.8V +1.8V +1.8V +1.8V +1.8V A 14...
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® VARI❋LITE - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL EFERENCE Main Control Board (MCB) Schematic (continued) +24V +24V +3.3V +3.3V +2.5V - This page is intentionally left blank - +2.5V +1.8V +1.8V ALL PARTS WERE REMOVED DRAWN BY : GENLYTE CONTROLS - 10911 PETAL ST. - DALLAS, TEXAS 75238...
® VARI❋LITE - VL2500™ W UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL EFERENCE Solid State Ignitor Schematic REVISIONS DESCRIPTION DATE APPD NOTES: UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED ENGINEERING PROTOTYPE 7/16/02 B.C. 1. ALL CAPACITOR VALUES ARE IN MICROFARADS. ENG RELEASE PER EO #09082 9/16/02 B.C. 2. ALL RESISTOR VALUES ARE IN OHMS.
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