Vari Lite VL4000 BeamWash Luminaire User Manual
Summary of VL4000 BeamWash Luminaire
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Vl4000 beamwash luminaire user’s guide.
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All other brand or product names which may be mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. Philips vari-lite reserves the right to change details of design, materials and finishes. Information, graphics, drawings, specifications, et...
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F oreword 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 i 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), +1-21...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual i i 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 r...
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F oreword 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 iii safety notice it is extremely important to read all safety information and instructions provided in this manual and any accompanying documentation before installing and operating the products described herein. Heed all cautions and warnin...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual i v 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 lam...
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F oreword 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 v 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 si...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual v i 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 i...
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F oreword 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 vii 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 ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual v i i i 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 fixe...
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F oreword 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 ix 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 ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual x 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 u...
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F oreword 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 xi.
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual x i i 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0
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T able of c ontents 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 1 table of contents introduction about this manual ...................................................................................................... 1 additional documentation ......................................................
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 fixed color wheel 1 ........................................................................................... 30 fixed color wheel 2 ........................................................
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T able of c ontents 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 3 service menu items set tilt cal ................................................................................................................. 75 gobo offset.........................................................................
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0
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I ntroduction : a bout t his m anual 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 1 introduction about this manual this manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine maintenance for vari ❋lite vl4000 beamwash luminaire. Familiarizing yourself with thi...
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Vari ❋ lite® - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 m...
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I ntroduction : c ustomer s ervice 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 3 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 ...
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Vari ❋ lite® - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 notes.
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0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 5 c hapter 1. Description this chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with a list of accessories which are available. • features • components.
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 features overview vl4000 beamwash luminaire feature highlights: color system a three filter cym cross fading system capable of extremely smooth movements at both slow and fast speeds, and ...
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D escription : f eatures 1 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 7 • rotating gobo wheels: two gobo wheels combine to each offer seven rotatable, indexable gobo positions and one open position. • animation wheel: a dynamic animation wheel offers unique rotatable, indexable patterns with va...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 components included items the following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire: figure 1-1: vl4000 beamwash luminaire included items replacement items/accessories the fol...
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D escription : c omponents 1 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 9 luminaire components below is a brief description of the major components and sub assemblies of the vl4000 beamwash luminaires. Major components figure 1-2: major components luminaire head assembly - houses cym color syst...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 1 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 sub assemblies figure 1-3: sub assemblies head covers - each head cover is held in place with four captive screws and tether. Lens / zoom assembly 1200w lamp** lamp cover tilt lock* pan ...
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0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 11 c hapter 2. 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. • po...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 1 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 power and data cabling requirements power the luminaire requires standard ac power distribution from 200-240 vac, 50/60 hz. Current required depends on the ac supply voltage and product ...
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I nstallation : p ower and d ata c abling r equirements 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 13 warning: do not connect to three-phase service in countries with 240 volt power. For single-phase power at 208 to 240 volts rms: for three-phase power at 208 volts rms: warning: it is not rec...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 1 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 current vs. Voltage table 2-1, vl4000 beamwash luminaire - current vs. Voltage (1200w lamp*) provides the luminaire’s current draw at specific voltages. Total luminaire current is calcul...
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I nstallation : p ower and d ata c abling r equirements 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 15 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-pi...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 1 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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. * characteristic impedan...
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I nstallation : i nstallation p rocedures 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 17 installation procedures installing lamp in the event the lamp was packed separately during shipment, follow the procedure in this section. For lamp removal and replacement, refer to “lamp removal and insta...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 1 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 step 6. As shown in figure 2-3 , align lamp tabs with lamp socket. Figure 2-3: lamp installation step 7. Install lamp fully into lamp socket, taking care not to touch lamp glass. Step 8....
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I nstallation : i nstallation p rocedures 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 19 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: backcap and alignment screws will be hot during ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 hanging the luminaire the vl4000 beamwash luminaire can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to work with the type of load created by this moving luminaire. Two...
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I nstallation : i nstallation p rocedures 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 21 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 lo...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 warning: ensure that the bracket locking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the luminaire. Avertissement: assurez-vous que le mécanisme de support de verrouillag...
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I nstallation : i nstallation p rocedures 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 23 figure 2-9: safety cable installation / luminaire hanging step 4. Make sure tilt and pan locks are disengaged so luminaire moves freely. Step 5. Connect power and data cables according to procedure given i...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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, b...
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I nstallation : p owering u p 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 25 powering up power-up procedure when the luminaire is powered up for the first time, the default setting is enabled and the lamp will remain off. When ac power is applied, the luminaire will immediately begin a calibra...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 addressing program starting address the address setting for dmx console controlled systems is entered using the menu display (refer to “menu operation” on page 64 ). The luminaire retain...
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I nstallation : t ransporting 2 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 27 transporting overview when shipping or transporting vari ❋lite luminaires, vari-lite recommends that the luminaire(s) be sufficiently protected against any (including, but not limited to) shock, vibration, drops, jarr...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 2 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 notes.
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0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 29 c hapter 3. Operation this chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using dmx control and for updating the internal software. • color control & gobos • dmx operation • luminaire timing • rdm parameter ids • updating software.
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 3 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 color control & gobos the following is a brief description of each color control and gobo projection capabilities. Color mixing the vl4000 beamwash luminaire provides full cym color cros...
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O peration : c olor c ontrol & g obos 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 31 fixed color wheel 2 fixed color wheel 2 holds five color filters and has one open space as illustrated in figure 3-2 . Note, the open space will not accommodate a filter. Figure 3-2: vl4000 beamwash fixed colo...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 3 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 rotating gobo wheel 1 standard load rotating gobos for rotating gobo wheel 1 are shown in figure 3-3 and described in table 1, “rotating gobo wheel 1 - standard effects and positions” . ...
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O peration : c olor c ontrol & g obos 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 33 rotating gobo wheel 2 standard load rotating gobos for rotating gobo wheel 2 are shown in figure 3-4 and described in table 2, “rotating gobo wheel 2 - standard effects and positions,” on page 33 . Figure 3-4:...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 3 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 animation wheel the vl4000 beamwash luminaire has one animation wheel which is rotatable and offers variable motion control from horizontal to vertical. Animation wheel - concurrent figu...
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O peration : dmx o peration 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 35 dmx operation vl4000 beamwash 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.This ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 3 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 16 fixed color wheel 1 control 0 - 255 0 - 100% 0 used as a control channel for different movement options of color wheel 1. 0 - 5 = linear movement using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 1...
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O peration : dmx o peration 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 37 22 gobo wheel 1 control 0 - 255 0 - 100% 0 used as a control channel for different movement options for gobo wheel 1 (channel 19). 0 - 5 = gobo selection using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 = gobo selection using nor...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 3 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 28 animation wheel (concurrent) index / rotate - high byte 0 - 65535 0 - 100% 32767 16 bit control of the animation wheel 1 index and rotation. Rotate fast to slow rotate stop = dmx 3275...
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O peration : dmx o peration 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 39 notes: default values: *denotes recommended console default settings. 38 programming control 0 - 255 0 - 100% 0 used as a control channel for different programmable settings. Set dis- creet value of desired effect, wait...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 16-bit channel mapping table 4 provides dmx channel mapping of the dmx512 control values when the vl4000 beamwash luminaire is in 16-bit dmx mode (as set by the luminaire’s menu system)....
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O peration : dmx o peration 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 41 18 fixed color wheel 2 control 0 - 255 0 - 100% 0 used as a control channel for different movement options of color wheel 2. 0 - 5 = linear movement using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 = linear movement using normal ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 23 gobo wheel 2 0 - 255 0 - 100% 0 8-bit control of gobo wheel 2. See channel 26 for control options. 0 - 5 = open - no gobo 6 - 10 = gobo 1 (circle of eights) index 11 - 15 = gobo 2 (pu...
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O peration : dmx o peration 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 43 30 animation wheel (concurrent) control 0 - 255 0 - 100% 0 used as a control channel for animation wheel 1. 0 - 5 = index using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 = index using normal (longest) path. 11 - 15 = rotate norm...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 notes: default values: *denotes recommended console default settings. Fixture shutdown this command will turn the lamp off, disable all motors, and stop the luminaire from functioning un...
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O peration : l uminaire t iming 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 45 luminaire timing luminaire timing channel information timing channel control improves the timed moves of certain groups of parameters. Four timing channels are provided, one for pan and tilt, one for color parameter...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 note: some parameters have been excluded from the timing channels. Wheel spin and gobo rotation rate changes are not affected by timing channels. To use luminaire timing channels, you mu...
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O peration : l uminaire t iming 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 47 23 9 4.6 24 4.8 25 10 5 26 5.2 27 5.4 28 11 5.6 29 5.8 30 6 31 12 6.2 32 6.4 33 13 6.6 34 6.8 35 7.0 36 14 7.2 37 7.4 38 15 7.6 39 7.8 40 8 41 16 8.2 42 8.4 43 17 8.6 44 8.8 45 9 46 18 9.2 47 9.4 48 19 9.6 49 9.8 50...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 4 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 62 14 63 15 64 25 15 65 16 66 26 16 67 16 68 17 69 27 17 70 18 71 28 18 72 18 73 19 74 29 19 75 20 76 30 20 77 20 78 21 79 31 21 80 21 81 22 82 32 22 83 23 84 33 23 85 23 86 24 87 34 24 ...
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O peration : l uminaire t iming 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 49 104 31 105 41 31 106 32 107 42 32 108 32 109 33 110 43 33 111 34 112 44 34 113 34 114 35 115 45 35 116 36 117 46 36 118 36 119 37 120 47 37 121 38 122 48 38 123 38 124 39 125 49 39 126 39 127 40 128 50 40 129 41 130...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 5 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 146 47 147 48 148 58 48 149 49 150 59 49 151 49 152 50 153 60 50 154 50 155 51 156 61 51 157 52 158 62 52 159 52 160 53 161 63 53 162 54 163 64 54 164 54 165 55 166 65 55 167 56 168 66 5...
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O peration : l uminaire t iming 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 51 188 80 189 74 80 190 85 191 75 85 192 85 193 90 194 76 90 195 95 196 77 95 197 95 198 100 199 78 100 200 110 201 79 110 202 110 203 120 204 80 120 205 120 206 81 130 207 130 208 140 209 82 140 210 140 211 150 212 83...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 5 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 230 90 220 231 230 232 91 230 233 230 234 240 235 92 240 236 250 237 93 250 238 250 239 260 240 94 260 241 270 242 95 270 243 270 244 280 245 96 280 246 290 247 97 290 248 290 249 300 25...
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O peration : rdm p arameter id s 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 53 rdm parameter ids vl4000 beamwash luminaire rdm parameter ids the following tables outline and describe all the rdm parameters ids associated with vl4000 beamwash luminaires. • table 7, "vl4000 beamwash luminaire r...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 5 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 parameter_description 0x0051 support required for manufacturer-specific pids exposed in supported_ parameters message. Category - product information ■ device_info 0x0060 ■ product_detai...
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O peration : rdm p arameter id s 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 55 ■ ■ pan_tilt_swap 0x0602 ■ real_time_clock 0x0603 category - control 0x10xx ■ identify_device 0x1000 ■ ■ reset_device 0x1001 ■ power_state 0x1010 perform_selftest 0x1020 self_test_description 0x1021 table 9: vl4000...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 5 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 updating software pegasus software application with the usb upload cable (part number pegasus, sold separately) and the pegasus software (downloaded from our web site), you can connect a...
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O peration : u pdating s oftware 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 57 step 3. Double click on pegausinstall.Msi icon. Step 4. Follow all prompts in program’s installation wizard. Step 5. Insert usb upload cable (sold separately) into a usb 2.0 compatible port on your computer. Warnin...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 5 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 upload cable warning (error) message if you see a warning message (as shown in figure 3-8 ) on your computer screen and the usb upload cable is properly connected to usb 2.0 compatible p...
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O peration : u pdating s oftware 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 59 • you can upload multiple firmware files to a variety of luminaires that are data linked together. Each model of philips entertainment luminaire recognizes its own software and only downloads the appropriate file. ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 6 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 step 7. Click on bin file for luminaire to be updated (for example, svl_091813.Bin) as highlighted in figure 3-10 . Figure 3-10: bin file selection step 8. As indicated in figure 3-10 , ...
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O peration : u pdating s oftware 3 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 61 a dmx termination connector is used in this process. Refer to page 16 for more information regarding the construction of this connector. Figure 3-11: software transfer setup transfer procedure this procedure is use...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 6 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 notes.
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0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 63 c hapter 4. Menu system this chapter contains instructions for operating the luminaire using the menu display feature. • menu operation • self tests • service menu items.
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 6 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 menu operation lcd display and menu system the vl4000 beamwash luminaire’s lcd display and menu system provides local control for accessing the following fixture’s settings: • address – ...
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M enu s ystem : m enu o peration 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 65 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 ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 6 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 other lcd display features lcd menu battery operation the lcd menu system utilizes a battery powered system for operation when the luminaire is not connected to power. The primary purpos...
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M enu s ystem : m enu o peration 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 67 menu tree figure 4-3 and figure 4-4 on page 68 are graphical representations of the menu system. Figure 4-3: menu tree part 1 address - value (1 thru 512) dmx data** ch 1 - intensity xxx (value) ch 2 - pan high byt...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 6 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 continued from previous page: figure 4-4: menu tree part 2 intensity pan tilt edge zoom optic style cyan yellow magenta cto col whl 1 col whl 1 ctrl col whl 2 col whl 2 ctrl gobo whl 1 g...
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M enu s ystem : m enu o peration 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 69 menu system functions table 4-1: menu system chart 1st level 2nd level 3rd level 4th level 5thlevel address dmx address xxx dmx address value 1 to 512 configure system configuration lamp lamp options power on (defa...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 7 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 dmx dmx data and pan/tilt mode data note: channel and dimmer information displayed simultaneously ch 1 - intensity xxx (value) ch 2 - pan high byte xxx (value) ch 3 - pan low byte xxx (v...
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M enu s ystem : m enu o peration 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 71 fixture displays fixture information, condition or downloads new software status status/error display fixture ok . . . Or displays a list of errors encountered during calibration process or operation. Recalibrate f...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 7 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 manual manual commands note: manual is disabled if dmx512 signal is present. Intensity pan tilt edge zoom optic style cyan yellow magenta cto col whl 1 col whl 1 ctrl col whl 2 col whl 2...
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M enu s ystem : s elf t ests 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 73 self tests running parameter tests the luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the testmenu functions. For complete details and values for each test refer to “diagnostic tests” on page 74 . When running tes...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 7 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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]. S...
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M enu s ystem : s ervice m enu i tems 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 75 service menu items refer to “menu tree” on page 67 for more information. Caution: certain features described below are for authorized service centers and certified vari- lite technicians use only. Set tilt cal...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 7 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 gobo offset gobo offset (for each gobo wheel) menu under the fixture -> service menu - the luminaire software provides the ability to adjust the offset of each gobo wheel was implemented...
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M enu s ystem : s ervice m enu i tems 4 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 77 table 5: .Csv log file information parameter example information meaning model vl4000 beamwash the fixture model fixture hours 142 the total of number of hours the fixture has been operating dmx address 1 curr...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 7 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 notes.
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0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 79 a ppendix a. Maintenance this appendix provides instructions for performing routine maintenance which may be necessary during the life of the luminaire. • equipment handling • troubleshooting • routine maintenance warning: all maintenance procedures...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 8 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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 on...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 81 • if the luminaire will be dimmed out for more than two hours, the lamp should be doused. Solid state electronics electrostatic discharge (esd) electrostatic discharge (esd) presents a significant danger to solid ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 8 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 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...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 83 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. ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 8 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 routine maintenance lamp removal and installation warning: disconnect fixture before relamping. Déconnectez le projecteur avant que le changement de lampe. Cautions & warnings • wear cot...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 85 step 6. Remove replacement lamp from shipping box. Step 7. As shown in figure a-2 , align replacement lamp tabs with lamp socket. Figure a-2: lamp installation step 8. Install lamp fully into lamp socket, taking c...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 8 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 fixed color wheel filter removal and installation to remove and replace fixed color filters: step 1. Before removing power from luminaire, move edge towards front of luminaire with contr...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 87 step 4. At fixed color wheel, slowly rotate wheel by hand until filter to be removed is visible on assembly as shown in figure a-5 . Step 5. At filter to be removed, (1) press filter out of fixed color wheel with ...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 8 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 rotating gobo removal and installation caution: vl4000 beamwash luminaires accept glass gobos only. Use of metal gobos in these luminaires may damage gobo assembly and will void the lumi...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 89 caution: wear protective gloves or other protective covering while handling gobos to avoid leaving fingerprints. If dirty, clean with isopropyl alcohol and a soft, lint-free cloth. Note: for the standard load of r...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 9 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 figure a-9: rotating gobo wheel - gobo installation step 7. After ensuring main gear slot and gobo assembly timing marks are properly aligned (as described in step 7, install replacement...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 91 animation wheel removal and installation to remove and replace animation wheel: step 1. Before removing power from luminaire, move edge towards front of luminaire with control console or via luminaire menu system....
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 9 2 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 caution: be careful not to lose belt bearing, washer, screw or post. These will be required for reassembly and installation. Step 6. Slip belt off of animation wheel. Remove wheel. Figur...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 93 prism removal and installation to remove and replace prism: step 1. Before removing power from luminaire, move edge towards front of luminaire with control console or via luminaire menu system. Warning: remove pow...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 9 4 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 step 6. As indicated in figure a-13 remove two screws securing prism to arm. Important! Be careful not to lose removed screws. These will be required for reassembly and installation. Ste...
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T roubleshooting and m aintenance a 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 95 cleaning optical lenses and filters warning: remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Warning: acetone is a harsh cleaning agent and solvent. Acetone is very flammable. Please handle acetone acco...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 9 6 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 notes.
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0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 97 a ppendix b. Technical specifications note: philips vari-lite reserves the right to change details of design, materials and finishes. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Some features may be the result of future software updates. Ph...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 9 8 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 spacing unit hangs on 30 inch (762 mm) centers. Figure b-1: luminaire hanging & spacing requirements optical wash mode • wash zoom optics: a 6-element 6:1 zoom optics system, covering a ...
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T echnical s pecifications b 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 99 note: vl4000 beamwash luminaires accept glass gobos only. Use of metal gobos in these luminaires may damage gobo assembly and will void the luminaire warranty. • animation wheel: a dynamic animation wheel offers unique r...
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Vari ❋ lite - vl4000 b eam w ash l uminaire u ser ’ s m anual 1 0 0 1 7 m a r c h 2 0 1 5 0 2 . 9 7 0 4 . 6 0 0 2 0 operational power requirements standard ac power distribution from 200 - 240vac, 50/60 hz. The unit requires up to 11.0a depending on the ac supply voltage.* note: *for a breakdown of ...
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