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Philips VARIOLITE VL6000 User Manual

Philips VARIOLITE VL6000 User Manual

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  • Page 2 Philips Entertainment Lighting assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. All information and graphics are property of Philips Entertainment Lighting, a Philips group company, 10911 Petal Street Dallas, Texas 75238 USA.
  • Page 3 OREWORD How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Philips Entertainment Lighting 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 [email protected] and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
  • Page 6 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL WARNING: 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 scr ens shall be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired.
  • Page 8 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE 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 sichtba e Beschädigung (z.
  • Page 10 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL AVERTISSEMENT: 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.
  • Page 12 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL ADVERTENCIA: 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.
  • Page 13 OREWORD 02.97 08.000 2 2 7 Ap ril 2 017...
  • Page 15 OREWORD Notes 02.97 08.000 2 2 7 Ap ril 2 017 xiii...

  • Page 16: Table Of Contents

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual ...................... 1 Additional Documentation................... 2 Text Conventions ......................2 Customer Service ....................... Chapter 1. Description Features Overview......................6 Components Included Items...................... 9 Replacement Items/Accessories..........
  • Page 17 ABLE OF ONTENTS Fixed Color Wheel 1 ................... 34 Fixed Color Wheel 2 ................... 34 Fixed Color Wheel 3 ................... 35 Gobos ......................... 36 Rotating Gobo Wheel 1 ..................36 DMX Operation VL6000 Beam Luminaire Channel Mapping............. 38 16-Bit Channel Mapping ..................38 Fixture Shutdown ....................
  • Page 18 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Lamps......................... 68 Servicing......................68 Heat........................68 Lamp Life ......................68 Solid State Electronics ....................69 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)................69 Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) ................69 Troubleshooting Error Messages......................7 Troubleshooting Guide....................70 Routine Maintenance Lamp Removal and Installation ..............

  • Page 20: Additional Documentation

    ❋ VARI LITE® - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Additional Documentation Note: Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty. Refer to the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty card included in the product shipping package for more information. For more information on installing DMX512 control systems, the following publication is available for purchase from the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), “Recommended Practice for DMX512: A Guide for Users and Installers, 2nd edition”...

  • Page 21: Customer Service

    Our comprehensive resources are available to help your business succeed and ensure you ge the full benefit of being a Philips Entertainment Lighting customer. Whether your needs are teleph ne troubleshooting assistance, product training or technical service, our full-time staff of experienced professionals are on-hand to provide support.
  • Page 22 ❋ VARI LITE® - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 2 7 Ap ri l 2 017 02.9708.0002...

  • Page 23: Chapter 1. Description

    ESCRIPTION HAPTER Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with l t of accessories which are available. • Features • Components 02.97 08.000 2 2 7 Ap ril 2 017...

  • Page 24: Features

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Features Overview VL6000 Beam Luminaire feature highlights: Note, truss hooks shown are sold separa ely. Truss and pipe by others. Fixed Color Wheels Three fixed color wheels each with six color filters are capable of producing multi-color effects and variable wheel rotations.
  • Page 30 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes 2 7 Ap ri l 2 017 02.9708.0002...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2. Installation

    NSTALLATION HAPTER Installation This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire. It includes connectin power and data, along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addr ssing it within your system. • Power and Data Cabling Requirements •...
  • Page 42 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL diameter). Belleville washers are available in various thicknesses and any of the following thicknesses (0.035-inch, 0.043-inch, 0.050-inch, 0.073-inch) are acceptable for the application described herein. The washer serves two purposes: • To spread out the load.
  • Page 45 NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURES one luminaire blowing exhaust air into the inlet of the luminaire next to it when the luminaires are side-by-side. Figure 3: Side Hang Orientation If the luminaires are stacked on top of one another in a side hang, a 45° enclosure orientation with the fan inlet closest to the floor i pr ferred.

  • Page 46: Floor Mo Nting The Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Floor Mounting the Luminaire All luminaires included in this manual are designed to sit directly on its base in a floor installation application. When used in this type of application, be sure to leave enough space around the luminai e to allow proper, uninterrupted airflow for cooling and movement.

  • Page 49: Transporting

    Failure to sufficiently protect any VARI❋LITE luminaire during shipping or transporta ion will result in damage and void the luminaire’s warranty. Philips Entertainment Lighting will not e responsible for any shipping damage or breakage of any product under any circumstances Philip Entertainment Lighting will not be responsible for any third party case manufacturer’s cas s.
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  • Page 51: Chapter 3. Operation

    PERATION HAPTER Operation This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using DMX control and f r updating the internal software. • Color Control & Gobos • DMX Operation • RDM Parameter IDs • Updating Software 02.97 08.000 2 2 7 Ap ril 2 017...

  • Page 56: Dmx Operation

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX Operation VL6000 Beam Luminaire Channel Mapping These tables assume a DMX start address of 1. When a different starting address is used, this addres becomes channel 1 function and other functions follow in sequence.This section contains the DMX channel map for the VL6000 Beam Luminaire.
  • Page 57 : DMX O PERATION PERATION Table 2: VL6000 Beam Luminaire 16-Bit DMX Channel Mapping Range Range Default Parameters Description / Operation Channel (DMX) Value* 8-bit control of Color Wheel 2. See Channel 12 for options. 0-18 = OPEN 19-54 = CYAN 100% (Center at DMX 36) Color Wheel 2 0 - 255 0 - 100%...
  • Page 58 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 2: VL6000 Beam Luminaire 16-Bit DMX Channel Mapping Range Range Default Parameters Description / Operation Channel (DMX) Value* 16-bit control of index and rotation of gobo wheel 1. Gobo 1 Rot/Index High Byte 0 - 65535 0 - 100%...

  • Page 59: Fixture Shutdown

    : DMX O PERATION PERATION Fixture Shutdown This command will turn the lamp OFF, disable all motors, and stop the luminaire from functioning until either a Full Luminaire ReCal command or Lamp ON command is sent. When in the shutdown state, the luminaires menu will display SHUTDOWN.

  • Page 60: Rdm Parameter Ids

    • Table 5, "VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM Parameters IDs Table 3: VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM Product Parameters ID Model ID Manufacturer Model Description Product Category 0x0030 Philips Entertainment Lighting VL6000 Beam Lu inaire 0x0100 Table 4: VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM UID MSB of ESTA LSB of ESTA Seco...
  • Page 61 : RDM P PERATION ARAMETER Table 5: VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM Parameters IDs RDM Parameter IDs Value Comment Implemented Allowed Allowed Support required for Manufacturer-Specific PIDs PARAMETER_DESCRIPTION 0x0051 exposed in SUPPORTED_ PARAMETERS message. Category - Product Information ■ ■ DEVICE_INFO 0x0060 PRODUCT_DETAIL_ID_LIST 0x0070...
  • Page 62 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 5: VL6000 Beam Luminaire RDM Parameters IDs RDM Parameter IDs Value Comment Implemented Allowed Allowed ■ ■ ■ PAN_TILT_SWAP 0x0602 REAL_TIME_CLOCK 0x0603 Category - Control 0x10xx ■ ■ IDENTIFY_DEVICE 0x1000 ■...

  • Page 63: Updating Software

    (downloaded from our web site), you can connect any USB 2.0 compatible port on a compu er to a chain of up to 32 Philips Entertainment Lighting luminaires in order to update the lumina re software. Figure 3-5: USB Upload Cable (sold separately) Note: PEGASUS Software is compati le with previous versions of the VARI❋LITE USB Upload...

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    Figure 3-7: Upload Cable If either of the these do not resolve the error message, you may have a Error Message defective Upload Cable. Contact customer service at 1.214.647.7880 [email protected] for assistance. 02.97 08.000 2 2 7 Ap ril 2 017...

  • Page 68: Transferring Software From Luminaire T Luminaire

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL c. Once the firmware upload is complete, the VARI❋LITE luminaire(s) will automatically recalibrate. Step 9. Close PEGASUS Software using Close button at bottom of program screen. Note: You can confirm the software version in the luminaire menu. Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire It is possible to transfer specific software versions between luminaires.
  • Page 69 PERATION PDATING OFTWARE Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Fixture appears. Press [OK]. Step 3. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Version appears. Press [OK]. The first half of the version will be displayed as a date (MM/DD/YY). For example, 03/18/ 17 (March 18, 2017).
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  • Page 71: Chapter 4. Menu System

    YSTEM HAPTER Menu System This chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the Menu Display f ature. • Menu Operation • Self Tests • USB Logging 02.97 08.000 2 2 7 Ap ril 2 017...

  • Page 73: Lcd Display And Menu System Operation

    YSTEM PERATION 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 75: Menu Tree

    YSTEM PERATION Menu Tree Figure 4-3 Figure 4-4 page 58 are graphical representations of the menu system. Address - value (1 thru 489) Data** Ch 1 - Intensity XXX (Value) Ch 2 - Pan High Byte XXX (Value) Ch 3 - Pan Low Byte XXX (Value) Ch 4 - Tilt High Byte XXX (Value) Configure Lamp...
  • Page 76 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Continued from previous page: Manual Intensity Value 0 - 255 Test ALL Test Running 'ALL TEST' Value 0 - 65535 Pan/Tilt Running 'PAN/TILT TEST' Tilt Value 0 - 65535 Dimmer Running 'DIMMER TEST' Edge Value 0 - 65535 Strobe...

  • Page 77: Menu System Functions

    YSTEM PERATION Menu System Functions Table 4-1: Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Address DMX Address DMX Address value 1 to 512 Configure Lamp Lamp Options Power ON (default) System Configuration Power Up Lamp OFF (defaul Lamp Power-up State Lamp Off Lamp ON L mp On...
  • Page 78 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-1: Menu System Chart (Continued) 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel DATA Ch 1 - Intensity XXX (Value) DMX Data and Note: Channel and Dimmer Ch 2 - Pan High Byte XXX (Value) Pan/Tilt Mode information displayed Ch 3 - Pan Low Byte XXX (Value)
  • Page 79 YSTEM PERATION Table 4-1: Menu System Chart (Continued) 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Fixture Status Fixture OK Displays fixture Status/Error Display . . . Or displays a list of errors encountered information, during calibration process or operation. condition or ReCalibrate Fixture Are you sure?
  • Page 80 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 4-1: Menu System Chart (Continued) 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test* ALL Test Running 'ALL TEST' Press [Menu] to System Test Pan/Tilt Running 'PAN/TILT TEST' stop tests Dimmer Running 'DIMMER TEST' Note: Test is...

  • Page 81: Self Tests

    YSTEM ESTS Self Tests Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the TEST menu functions. For complete detai and values for each test refer to “Diagnostic Tests” on page When running tests on multiple luminaires, a DMX termination connector is required at th last luminaire in the link.

  • Page 82: Diagnostic Tests

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL To set movement option: Step 1. Press [ESC]. Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Config appears. Press [OK]. Step 3. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Pan/Tilt appears. Press [OK]. Step 4.
  • Page 83 YSTEM ESTS Step 8. Press [OK] to clear the current log file in the luminaire or [ESC] to keep it. The .csv log file on the USB Flash Drive can be read via any computer system. The file name will be as follows: 4KSxxxxx.csv (the xxxxx will be the unique luminaire ID of the fixture).
  • Page 84 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 5: .csv Log File Information Parameter Example Information Meaning Model VL6000 Beam Luminaire The fixture model Fixture Hours The total of number of hours the fixture has been operating DMX Address Current DMX address of the fixture as set by t e us r RDM UID 56:4c:2f:0:7:2a...

  • Page 86: Equipment Handling

    ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Equipment Handling Below are some basic tips and information on handling luminaires and their associated components. Locations/Use VARI❋LITE luminaires are designed for dry locations only. Exposure to rain or moisture (i cluding, but not limited to, fog machines, misters, etc.,) may damage luminaire.
  • Page 89 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Message Symptom Description Possible Cause/Remedy Lamp douses frequently Lamp Douse Fan failure... - check head and enclosure fans for proper operation. Ballast overheating... - operating within the specified ambient temperature? - check enclosure vents for debris / dirt. - check fan settings in menu.
  • Page 97 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Align spider assembly so the top leg is in line with INCORRECT ALIGNMENT the logo on the secondary reflector CORRECT ALIGNMENT INCORRECT ALIGNMENT Figure A-8: Spider Alignment Step 2. Install he front lens. There are three tabs inside the front lens. Figure A-9 shows the correct alig ment of the front lens.
  • Page 98 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Front Lens Tabs (x3) Front Lens When correctly aligned, the bottom front lens tab should be opposite the top spider assembly leg Figure A-9: Front Lens Installation Step 3. Install the two inlet covers. Ensure the filter in installed inside the cover. Make sure the gasket on the front len is tucked inside this cover and not rolled.

  • Page 99: Appendix B. Technical Specifications

    PPENDIX Technical Specifications Note: Philips Entertainment Lighting reserves the right to change details of design, mate ial and finishes. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Some features may be the res lt of future software updates. Philips Entertainment Lighting automated lighting equipment is made in the USA.
  • Page 102 ❋ VARI LITE - VL6000 B ’ UMINAIRE ANUAL Second digit: Liquid ingress protection The second digit indicates the level of protection that the enclosure provides against harmful ingress of water. Table B-2: IP Rating Second Digit Level & Protection Effective Against Description 2 - Dripping Water when...

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