LRX VULTURE User manual

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WARNING
READ EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURES
MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Prior to operation a daily inspection and log are required.
•User must be authorized, qualified, and certified in jurisdiction of use.
It is the user’s responsibility and obligation to determine and comply with all
applicable laws and regulations.
•Do not operate if unit appears damaged.
•Always use approved safety cables secured to a point capable of supporting the
total weight of the load.
•In case of malfunction disconnect all power supplies, discontinue use, notify
supplier.
•Area under fixture must always be cordoned off and kept clear of all personnel.
•If using a power trolley with this fixture, please refer to “LRX Power Trolley”
manual.
•THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
•IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT ANYTHING SUSPEND USE OF THE PRODUCT.
•Questions? Contact LRX LLC service representative, for contact details go to
lrx-lighting.com and click on the contact page.
•For the latest version of this manual please visit “lrx-lighting.com”
DANGER
•Dangerous voltages are present when power is supplied to the fixture.
•Ensure all power supplies are off when connecting or disconnecting any
cabling.
•Power must be removed when not in use and when data signal is removed.
•Ensure fixture meets all local codes prior to operation.
•Safety power lockout procedures must be followed.
•Safe electrical and working practices must be observed.
WARNING
•This fixture has rotating parts with pinch points.
•Fixture may move without warning.
•No personal within range of motion.
•Never operate with any covers missing.
•Fixture rotates forward when ratchet straps are released.

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VULTURE SPECIFCATIONS
Electrical:
•Volts: 90-240 AC –non-dimmed feed line.
•Hertz: 50/60
•Amps: 2.0 - 7.0 with Trolley
•U- Ground plug
•Battery 12VDC
•Data: XLR 5 pin connector
Physical:
•Tilt: 40 degrees above horizontal to 90 degrees below horizontal
•Pan: 340 degrees
•Weight: 120 pounds approx.
•Fixture mounting hooks have been designed to mate with truss diameter
chords not greater than two inches (50.8mm).
INSTALLATION OF FIXTURES
TELESCOPIC TYPE MAN LIFTS
•THIS FIXTURE MUST BE MOUNTED ON A LEVEL TRUSS.
•Installation structure must be designed and approved to safely carry all
anticipated loads.
•It is the user’s responsibility and obligation to determine and comply with all
applicable laws and regulations.
•The installation and operation of this unit must be carried out by authorized
and qualified personnel.
•Hanger bolts in hanger assembly must be installed. Both ratchet straps must
be clipped onto their respective anchor point.
•Ratchet straps require minimum of 1.5 wraps on the ratchet to ensure they
remain tight.
•Always use approved safety cables secured to a point capable of supporting
the total weight of the load.
•All power and data cables must have a strain relief attached.

The LRX Vulture has a dual power system. Batteries may be used to
manouver and program the unit into position for assembly and
dissasembly. The unit will shutdown in aproximately 6 minutes
where there is no AC power.
The unit will maintain the last power setting when mains power is
restored. For example if the unit was left on when the battery shut
off –or AC was lost, it will power up again when AC is restored.
If the Vulture shuts off (battery), it may be turned back on until the
battery is exhausted. This would be several hours of intermitant use.
IMPORTANT:
The Tilt Axis is capable of providing in excess of 100ft.lbs of torque
before the current limit activates. When the motor is deactivated, the
unit has a holding force of 30 ft.lbs. If an unbalanced load exceeding
25 ft.lbs is anticipated, counterweight is required to prevent the load
from slowly drooping.
Home Button Usage:
1) Escape from menu options.
2) Hold to automatically position
the unit for transport
POWER:
ON/OFF Button
EMERGENCY STOP:
Press in an emergency

Start UP –Press the “ON/OFF” key once.
The system will check the encoders and prepare the unit for operation. The user
does not have to press “OK or START” as the Vulture will pause for a short time,
then continue running if no key is pressed.
Normal Operating Display
The current MODE and DMX CHANNEL are displayed.
If valid DMX data is being received, the DMX channel will be green. If there is no
DMX data, the number will be red and crossed out.
Information on AC and BATTERY LEVEL / CHARGING is also displayed.
DMX Data, Profile & Current Mode
Press the “DMX” screen area to obtain information about the
incoming DMX data, or press the Hand Control / Console for profile
information.
DMX DATA
DMX PROFILE

ESTOP
The unit will not operate from AC power if the E-STOP is activated, periodic
warnings will be displayed.
AC POWER ABSENT –also caused by ESTOP
The bottom left ICON dims and a flashing number appears indicating the
remaining battery powered run time in seconds.
AC Power ESTOP WARNING
AC PRESENT
AC FAILED

Setting the Hand Control (Wired Remote) channel number.
1) Detect Hand Control : Select the desired channel on the Hand Control.
Press “Detect Hand Control” on the Vulture, the unit continually scans
until a direction key on that remote is pressed and held. When found press
“Set”to choose that channel, or “Next”to retry.
When the channel has been chosen, a graphic is displayed outlining the
controls; The graphic may be called up by pressing the Hand Control ICON
on the screen (when in that mode).
2) Set Manually: Select the required channel number on the Vulture and
press the green “Tick” to store.
Incomming DMX data No Data Hand Control Key:
Manual Channel Selection
Auto Learn
Need Information…

Menu Options:
PRESS : “MENU”
MANAGE SETUP –Main Menu.
SET MODE / CHANNEL
To change modes between “Wired Hand Control and Lighting Desk / Console.
SET DMX TERMINATION
To operate correctly, the last device in the DMX line should have a termination
resistor. The Vulture has this option built in. Select “SET TERMINATION” if the
unit is the last in the chain. If there are only a few units on a single DMX line, all
terminations may be set.
Using the wired LRX Hand Controller:
SELECT DATA MODE: WIRED HAND CONTROLLER

SPEED:
The speed of the Vulture can be controlled from the Hand Control, by
using the focus keys.
LIGHTING DESK MODE (Lighting Console)
If a lighting console is used to operate the
vulture, there are two possible modes:
1) Fader –DMX values 51- 102 move one direction and 153 –204
move the other way. Or 20-40% & 60-80% - all other values
are inactive and cause the axis to stop moving.
DATA connection lost / faulty
“Fader” Profile
“Encoder” Profile

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UNPACKING THE VULTURE
Go to LRX-LIGHTING.COM/VULTURE and watch the “UNPACKING
VIDEO”
Removal of shipping case covers requires two persons to lift. Always use
lifting points to avoid potential pinch points. Rotate case lid forward, then lift.
Undo Vulture transport ratchet strap.
If there are any concerns regarding handling, please contact your supervisor.
Heavy lift, minimum two persons, the Vulture weight is approximately 120
pounds.
Installation of the fixture onto truss creates several potential pinch points, use
fixture lifting handles provided.
Ensure hanger bolts are installed, then tighten ratchet straps. Ratchet straps
must always have a minimum of one and a half wraps around the ratchet drum.
Rotate output shafts to vertical.
Install output extension arms using hardware provided, torque bolts to 23 ft/lb.
Install 360 pick up arms using hardware provided, leave slightly loose.
Remove 360 yoke from fixture, (remove two bolts on each side). DO NOT
REMOVE TILT LOCK BOLT.
Mate 360 light fixture to Vulture arms. Install four retaining pins. Torque
hardware to 23 ft./lb.
Install safety cables as required.
Test range of motion to ensure light fixture does not contact Vulture or other
structures.
Please Note: Mounting options for other fixtures and linear tubes are available.
Uninstalling the fixture and placing into the shipping case:
Remove accessories from Vulture and place in their storage location.
Use homing feature to park the Vulture; or use hand controller to rotate output
arms to vertical and then make hanger assembly parallel to base.
NOTE: Firmly secure Vulture when loosening the ratchet straps; the Vulture will
rotate forward as it finds its center of gravity.
Install onto shipping frame and secure ratchet strap across Vulture.
Always store shipping cases in a dry location

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DETAIL A
SCALE 1 : 4
3/8"-16 X 1.5" Flange Bolt Torque to 23 ft/lbs
3/8" -16 Flange Nut
Vulture Extension Arm
Vulture 360 Arm

Unbolt Yoke Here
Remove yoke/stirrup from lamp fixture.
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Rotate Vulture output plates to vertical.
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Install Vulture extension arms & 360 arms using hardware
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provided, leave bolts slightly loose until fixture is mounted. Mate 360 light fixture to Vulture arms, torque hardware to
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23 ft./lb. Mount LED power supply on the rear side of extension
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arms. Install customer supplied safety cables.
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Test tilt & pan to ensure light fixture does not contact
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Vulture or other structures.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove tilt lock bolt
DETAIL A
SCALE 1 : 3.5
Install retaining pin - 4 plcs

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HAND CONTROLLER
The hand controller will allow fixture selection, (up to 32 fixtures), provide
control of tilt, pan, and flood/spot functions.
All switches act as momentary type.

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•If cable rollers are required refer to “LRX Cable Roller” manual.
•If LRX truss is to be installed, ensure that load is centered and evenly applied
to basket. Maximum capacity for LRX truss is 500 pounds evenly distributed.
•Never use damaged or compromised trusses or equipment.
•Follow all lift manufactures guidelines for load/wind capacities and de-rating
as required. Refer to the aerial equipment operator manuals & special
supplement for “Authorized and Trained Set Lighting Technicians and Studio
Grips”.
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Using two truss plates (1/2” X 3”)
per side, a minimum of two
structural members must be
captured. Fasten using ½”bolts
with washers, lock washers and
nuts –four places

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Hanger Tee Bolt
1.5 Wraps
Minimum

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
NO DISPLAY AT REAR OF HANGER ASSEMBLY
•Ensure power to fixture is live and on a non-dimmed line.
•Remove DMX connectors and inspect contact pins for damage and signs of
corrosion
•Inspect supply wire for cuts or mechanical damage
•Inspect U ground plug contacts.
FIXTURE DOESN’T RESPOND TO ANY FUNCTIONS
REQUESTED FROM HAND CONTROLLER
•Establish power is correct and display is functioning properly, see above.
•Test with another hand controller if available. If still unresponsive proceed to
next step.
•Remove DMX connectors and inspect contact pins for damage and no signs of
corrosion. Note all five wires and pins are required to operate hand controller.
•Check hanger display for proper addressing and mode.
•It is important to note that the LRX fixture will not begin responding to a
newly selected FIXTURE/DMX address until it has been stored.
Load must be centered front
to back as well as side to side

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•Plug hand controller directly into fixture, at this point the hand controller
should light up and DMX light on the fixture should also light up. At this point
if the unit is not operational test with another hand controller.
•Ensure the address at the fixture matches the address on the hand controller.
•If still not operational, place fixture into DMX mode and test with an
alternative DMX source.
•Call for service.
TILT OR PAN
NOT OPERATING CORRECTLY.
Head moves freely without control:
•This may indicate the fixture has received impact and the drive has been
damaged.
Head not moving on one axis, but the other axis is fine
•Test with another hand controller if available. If still unresponsive proceed to
next step.
•This may indicate the fixture has received impact and the drive gear has been
damaged or drive may have become disengaged.
•Actuate drive function and listen for motor operation. The tilt and pan drive
assemblies use a slip clutch inline between the motor and drive gear as a
protective measure, this clutch will slip and make a clicking sound once each
revolution when driven by the motor, if the clutch has exceeded it preset
limits.
•If any of these conditions exist, suspend use of the product and call for service.
•There are no user serviceable parts.