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Philips VL4000 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 VL4000 Spot Luminaire QuickStart Guide...

  • Page 2: Additional Documentation

    Introduction About This Guide This Quickstart Guide is intended for a knowledgeable user to unpack, install, and use the VL4000 Spot Luminaire in a short time period. For the complete manual in PDF format, please visit our web site at: www.vari-lite.com...

  • Page 3: Safety Notice

    EC Declaration of Conformity We, Philips Lighting B.V., 10911 Petal Street, Dallas, Texas 75238, declare under our responsibility for the products contained herein are in conformity with the essential requirements of the following European Directives and harmonized standards:...

  • Page 4: Notes De Sécurité

    VARI❋LITE - VL4000 S UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE 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. For example, by cracks or deep scratches.
  • Page 5 Other Operational Temperatures / Températures de fonctionnement • The VL4000 Spot Luminaire offers users the choice of two operational modes that are selectable through the luminaire's menu system. Refer to Table 1-1, “VL4000 Spot Luminaire Environmental Operational Temperatures” “Operational Modes - Standard and Studio”...

  • Page 6: Included Items

    AC Input Connector (truss hooks sold separately) (this document) Figure 1: VL4000 Spot Luminaire Included Items Replacement Items/Accessories The following optional and/or replacement items can be ordered directly from your Authorized VARI❋LITE Dealer. When ordering, please order by the Vari-Lite part number.

  • Page 7: Connecting Power And Data

    VARI❋LITE - VL4000 S UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Connecting Power and Data Connecting Power The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from 208-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Current required depends on the AC supply voltage and product model. Refer to “Current vs. Voltage” on page 7 for all models covered in this manual.

  • Page 8: Current Vs. Voltage

    TART UIDE Current vs. Voltage Table 1-2, VL4000 Spot Luminaire - Current vs. Voltage (1200W Lamp) provides the luminaire’s current draw at specific voltages. Total Luminaire Current is calculated with the lamp on and all motors sequencing. WARNING: It is the responsibility of the user to adequately protect supply source with a correct size and type circuit breaker and not overload circuits.

  • Page 9: Installation Procedures

    VARI❋LITE - VL4000 S UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Installation Procedures Installing Lamp In the event the lamp was packed separately during shipment, follow the procedure in this section. WARNING: Disconnect fixture before relamping. AVERTISSEMENT: Déconnectez le projecteur avant que le changement de lampe.
  • Page 10 VARI❋LITE - VL4000 S UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Step 6. As shown in Figure 5, align lamp tabs with lamp socket. Align tabs of lamp with socket when installing* Lamp Socket Cover Lamp* *Note tabs on socket assembly. Align corresponding tabs on lamp to tabs on socket as indicated.

  • Page 11: Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance

    VARI❋LITE - VL4000 S UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance After a new lamp is installed in the luminaire, it will be necessary to align the lamp to optimize the beam. WARNING: Back of luminaire and alignment screws will be HOT during lamp operation. Wear gloves and/or use tools to prevent burns.

  • Page 12: Hanging The Luminaire

    Hanging the Luminaire The VL4000 Spot 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 truss hooks or other mounting hardware are required. Many compatible truss hooks are available from different manufacturers for your particular needs.
  • Page 13 VARI❋LITE - VL4000 S UMINAIRE UICK TART UIDE 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.

  • Page 14: Menu Operation

    TART UIDE Menu Operation LCD Display and Menu System The VL4000 Spot Luminaire’s LCD Display and Menu System provides local control for accessing the following fixture’s settings: • Address – to set the DMX address • Setup – to change any modes •...
  • Page 15 7. DMX will display and is saved. Operational Modes - Standard and Studio The VL4000 Spot Luminaire offers users the choice of two operational modes that are selectable through the luminaire's menu system: • Standard Mode (default) - luminaire's cooling fans are set to maximum cooling to allow the luminaire to output up to 33,000 lumens.
  • Page 16 Vari-Lite 10911 Petal Street Dallas, Texas 75238 1.877.VARILITE 1.214.647.7880 www.vari-lite.com ©2014 Philips Group. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.

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