Raytec VARIO2 series User manual

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VARIO2 REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
Control features
1. LED Status Indicators,
Using the Remote and
Operating Modes
2. Power Adjust
3. Photocell Sensitivity
4. Wiring of Remote Switch or
Input (Telemetry Input)
4a. Telemetry – TEL – Remote
Switching
4b. Telemetry – DIM – Remote
Dimming
4c. Timer Function
5. LED Status Indicators -
Enable/Disable
6. Restore Factory Default
Settings & Stored Memory
7. Disable Remote Control
Set-up
8. Disable Manual Buttons
9. Control Feature
Combinations
10. PIN function security
feature
11. Mechanical Details and
Battery Information
12. VARIO2 Remote Control -
Troubleshooting
Rev 2.0

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VARIO1 Products
Alternative Remote Instructions required - Please contact Raytec.
VARIO2 Remote – Quick Set Up Instructions
1. At power up, the unit enters programming mode:
SOLID GREEN: Power Applied
FLASHING GREEN: Remote control IR receiver problem (Max VRC
distance is 8m (26ft)
FLASHING AMBER: Indicates the unit is in programming mode
(Programming Mode Only)
SOLID AMBER: Indicates that a valid command is being received
from the remote (Programming Mode Only)
FLASHING RED: Voltage supply problem detected
SOLID RED: Illuminator fault detected
All functions of the remote control and buttons are available in
Programming Mode.
Note: If a PIN has been set the unit will not enter programming mode
on power up (refer to section 10 for more details).
Programing mode will automatically be disabled after 7 days or until
the user actively disables the programming mode or 30 minutes after
any press of the manual buttons
VARIO2 Hybrid: Programming mode automatically disabled after 4
weeks
2. If required: Adjust Power
Press 5 for 100% power, 4 for 80%, 3 for 60%, 4 for 40% and 2 for
20% power.
Factory Default = 100%
3. If required: Adjust Photocell Sensitivity. Press:
Top Button for Low Sensitivity: 25 Lux On 50 Lux Off
2nd Button for Medium Sensitivity: 10 Lux On 30 Lux Off
3rd Button for High Sensitivity: 5 Lux On 15 Lux Off
Bottom button to disable photocell
Factory Default = Medium Sensitivity

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4. Telemetry Input - General Wiring of Remote Switch or Input
VARIO2 unit’s factory set to turn on/off automatically from Photocell.
Orange and Purple Telemetry input wires are joined to mimic volt-free
input (dry contact). Separate the wires to use with remote switch or
input. These wires accept both volt-free input or TTL.
Factory Default = Telemetry wires joined
VARIO2 POE (not premium): Telemetry input not available, Illuminator
will automatically be controlled by the photocell
VARIO2 Hybrid: Telemetry input / TEL / DIM functions operate
differently (factory default = telemetry wires not joined) Please see
the VARIO2 Hybrid Illuminator Instructions
Volt-free input: Non-Polarity Sensitive. Short circuit=Light on
TTL input: Orange=TTL+ve, Purple = TTL –ve (GND)
0V = Light On, 3V = Light Off
4a. TEL
Select this option to turn lamp on/off remotely from a remote
input or switch.
This is the factory default setting.
4b. DIM
Select DIM to dim lamp remotely from an input or switch. First
input reduces power. Second input continues to dim the light.
Further input activation will cause the power to be reduced
further until it reaches its lowest output. Once at its lowest, lamp
will start to brighten. Further input activation will cause the power
to be increased until it reaches its highest output.
4c. TIMER
Press and release TEL – then select required period of time for unit
to stay on after Telemetry Input. Timings associated with each button
shown in section 4 of main instructions. To cancel Timer function
press Timer, Disable.
VARIO2 POE (Not Premium): Timer not available
VARIO2 Hybrid: Timer only available in White Light mode
5. To turn LED Status Indicators on and off – Press STATUS button. (This
command can be performed in both Programming and Operating
mode)

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6. To restore all factory settings press RESET button. Defaults shown in
section 6. This button must be pressed continuously for 4 seconds
to activate function.
7. Press this button to disable programming mode and enter
Operating mode. Button must be depressed for at least
4 seconds. Only do this when you are happy with the set-up
and installation of your unit.
8. Security PIN set (See section 10 of this guide for more details):
Use the remote if you want to set a security PIN on your illuminator .
VARIO2 Hybrid: PIN function not available
1. LED Status Indicators, Using the Remote and
Operating Modes
There are two multi-coloured LEDs, visible on the base of the
VARIO2 illuminator. The LEDs provide important operating and
status information. The Infra-Red receiver for the Remote-Control
commands is also on the base of the unit – and the Remote Control
should be pointed in this direction during programming. Most
functions respond immediately to pressing the required button –
however three functions require the button to be held for 4 seconds
continuously to avoid accidental programming: 1. Restore Factory
Default, 2. Disable Remote Control Set-up and 3. PIN Function.
The Remote Control is designed to operate at distances up to 8
metres.
The status information provided by each of these LEDs differs
depending on which of the two operating modes the VARIO2
illuminator is in: (A) Programming OR (B) Normal Operating.
VARIO2 Hybrid: These illuminators have different LED indicators and
feedback. Please refer to the VARIO2 Hybrid Illuminator Instructions.

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1A. Programming Mode
On powering up the illuminator, it automatically enters programming mode
to allow the user to adjust set-up and operation. The programming mode
automatically times out after 7 days or until the user actively disables the
programming mode (see ‘Disable Remote Control Set-up’ (section 7)), or
30 minutes after any press of the manual buttons on the illuminator.
VARIO2 Hybrid: Programming mode automatically disabled after 4 weeks
During Programming mode, the LEDs indicate the following status:
SOLID GREEN: Power Applied
FLASHING GREEN: Remote control IR receiver problem (Max VRC
distance is 8m (26ft))
FLASHING AMBER: Indicates the unit is in programming mode
(Programming Mode Only)
SOLID AMBER: Indicates that a valid command is being received
from the remote (Programming Mode Only)
FLASHING RED: Voltage supply problem detected
SOLID RED: Illuminator fault detected
All functions of the Remote Control are available in Programming Mode.
1B. Normal Operating Mode
During Operating Mode, the status LEDs give the following feedback:
SOLID GREEN: Power Applied
FLASHING GREEN: Remote control IR receiver problem (Max VRC
distance is 8m (26ft))
FLASHING RED: Voltage supply problem detected
SOLID RED: Illuminator fault detected
VARIO2 Hybrid: Voltage supply problem detected indicated by
SOLID AMBER

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The only functions of the Remote Control available during Operating Mode
is LED Status Indicators Enable/Disable (see section 5), entering a PIN
(see section 10) or disabling manual buttons (if done at the same time as
disabling the remote).
Factory Default: On initial power-up, illuminator automatically
defaults into programming mode. Programming mode automatically
disabled after 7 days or until the user actively disables the
programming mode or the unit times out 30 minutes after any
press of the manual buttons on the illuminator.
VARIO2 Hybrid: Programming mode automatically disabled after
4 weeks
2. Power Adjust
The power output of the VARIO2 illuminator can be adjusted between 5
pre-set levels. To select the required light intensity, use the buttons shown.
Factory default = 100% power.
80% of maximum
60% of maximum
40% of maximum
20% of maximum
100% of maximum

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3. Photocell Sensitivity
There are three pre-dened levels to set the lux level threshold
at which the photocell turns the VARIO2 illuminator on/off.
To select the required sensitivity level, use the buttons below.
Factory default = Medium Sensitivty:
10 Lux On, 30 Lux Off
IMPORTANT NOTE:
When the Photocell is disabled:
- VARIO2 / VARIO2 POE Premium: The illuminator will turn on/off
from a telemetry input, regardless of ambient lighting conditions.
- VARIO2 POE (not premium): The illuminator is permanently on
- VARIO2 Hybrid: the illuminator is permanently on in either White
Light or IR mode depending on how the illuminator has been set
25 Lux On, 50 Lux Off
10 Lux On, 30 Lux Off
5 Lux On, 15 Lux Off
Photocell disabled

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4. Wiring of Remote Switch or Input (Telemetry
Input)
VARIO2 is supplied with a pair of Telemetry Input Wires – Orange and
Purple – which are designed to be used with a remote switch or input
from an alarm system, PIR detector, control room, Video Management
system or camera output. The input signal can be volt-free or TTL.
Volt-free input: Non Polarity Sensitive.Short circuit = Light On
TTL input: Orange = TTL+ve, Purple = TTL –ve (GND)
0V = Light On, 3V = Light Off
As a default, the Telemetry Input wires (Orange & Purple) are wired
together when shipped from the factory to simulate a volt free input so
the unit automatically turns on/off via the photocell. Any remote input or
switch should be connected to these wires. Snip the end of the cable and
then use the two-core cable as normal.
VARIO2 POE (not premium): Telemetry input not available, Illuminator will
automatically be controlled by the photocell
VARIO2 Hybrid: Telemetry input/TEL/DIM functions operate differently
(factory default = telemetry wires not joined). Please refer to the VARIO2
Hybrid Illuminator Instructions
Under normal operating conditions, a Telemetry Input will activate
the unit only at night provided that the Photocell detects low light
conditions. However, if the photocell is disabled, a Telemetry Input
will activate the unit regardless of ambient light conditions.
The remote input can be used in conjunction with the illuminator in three
different ways as described below:
1.TEL or 2.DIM or 3.TEL+TIMER. The mode of operation is selected by
using the Remote Control.
Note: 3
TEL + TIMER not available on VARIO2 POE (Non Premium) products.

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4a. Telemetry – TEL (Remote Switching)
The TEL button should be selected if the illuminator is to be turned
on/off using a remote switch or input.
The TEL input can be used in various ways:
1. Turn the light on (night) and off (day) automatically via the photocell. This
is the standard factory setting – and no further action is required
2. Turn the light on and off from a remote switch or input
3. Used in conjunction with the Timer Function to turn the light on for a pre-
dened period of time. (See section 4c below).
Factory Default = Telemetry TEL Enabled.
See detailed wiring instruction - section 4.
4b. Telemetry - DIM (Remote Dimming)
The remote dimming feature allows the brightness of the VARIO2
illuminator to be controlled remotely using the telemetry input wires.
Use the DIM button to select this function.
When the DIM function is selected, a telemetry input (Telemetry input
wires joined) will vary the brightness up and down. When the telemetry
input is rst applied, it will dim the light until the input stops (orange
and purple wires no longer joined), the illuminator will then stay at that
brightness level. Further telemetry input will continue to dim the light to its
lowest output. Once it hits its lowest setting, it will start to brighten again.
A further input will then continue to brighten the light further to its highest
output or until the input stops.
Note: Repeated input activation of the telemetry wires continues to dim or
brighten the illuminator repeatedly.
Please note that Remote Dim is disabled by pressing TEL button (see 4a
above). After setting a specic light level using the DIM function, if Telemetry-
TEL is enabled, the last power level set when using the DIM function will be
remembered and used by the system – unless a new power adjust button
is selected.
Factory Default =Telemetry DIM Disabled.
See detail on Telemetry input wires - section 4
VARIO2 POE (Non Premium): Using the DIM function on the remote will just
cycle the power up and down continuously, until the user presses the TEL
button. (Brightness adjustment as per VARIO2 / VARIO2 POE Premium is not
possible.)

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4c. Timer Function
The timer function allows the VARIO2 illuminator to be triggered ON via a
telemetry input and remain on for a pre-dened period of time. There are
four pre-dened times and a timer disable function. To select timer function,
rst press and release Telemetry TEL button, then secondly press duration
of timer required as shown below. Factory Default = Timer Disabled
If you wish to cancel timer period and have the unit operate under standard
telemetry conditions, press Timer Disabled.
Note: The timer only functions when the Telemetry Input Wires are used
with a remote switch; alarm system; PIR detector, etc and a closed circuit
input signal is received. The light will come on and stay on. When the input
signal stops the light will remain on for the time set by the timer.
If the telemetry wires are permanently joined the timer does not function.
VARIO2 POE (Non Premium): Timer function not available.
VARIO2 Hybrid: Timer only available in White Light mode
30 minutes
10 minutes
3 minutes
1 minute
Timer disabled

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5. LED Status Indicators - Enable/Disable
The LED Indicators on the base of the Illuminator provide
important operating and status information. (See section 1 for
information on LED status indicator system).
This status indicator function can be switched on and off by pressing the
STATUS button. This is the only button that has two states. It is possible for
this function to be enabled/disabled even if programming mode has been
disabled so the status of the lamp can be checked at any time.
This button can also be used to set a PIN (see section 10 for more
information).
Factory default = LED Status Indicators Enabled.

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6. Restore Factory Default Settings & Stored
Memory
Once the VARIO unit has been programmed, the settings will be
stored in non-volatile (stored) memory. These settings are saved
and reloaded if the illuminator experiences loss of power. If you
wish to restore the unit back to its original factory default settings, this can
be achieved when the unit is in programming mode by pressing the RESET
button. To activate this feature, the button must be pressed continuously for
at least 4 seconds. This is to avoid the possibility of activating this feature
accidentally.
Note: Restoring to factory settings is not possible if a PIN has been set.
The factory default settings are:
• Power Set to 100% of Maximum
• Photocell set to Medium Sensitivity Level:
10 Lux On, 30 Lux Off
• Timer Disabled
• Telemetry -TEL Enabled
• Telemetry Input wires soldered together for automatic photocell
operation of unit (VARIO2 POE Non Premium -
No Telemetry wires, photocell activates automatically)
• Telemetry -DIM Disabled
• LED Status Indicators Enabled
• Programming Function Enabled for 7 days
VARIO2 Hybrid: Programming Function Enabled for 4 Weeks

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7. Disable Remote Control Set-up
The security features implemented in the VARIO2 illuminator and
VARIO2 remote control are designed to ensure that the system
cannot be programmed by unauthorized personnel. The system
is automatically in programming mode once the illuminator is
powered up. Once the installer/user has nished programming the settings
of the VARIO2 illuminator, they can choose to lock-in these settings by
pressing the ‘Disable Remote Set-up’ button.
To disable the remote control, continuously press the ‘Disable Remote
Control’ button for 4 seconds. When the remote control is disabled, and the
illuminator is in Operating mode the RHS LED indicator is Off. After 7 days
of continuous power the illuminator will automatically disable the remote
and change to Operating mode.
Please note: To enable programming mode again after remote set-
up has been disabled, the VARIO2 illuminator must be powered off
(for at least 10 seconds) then on again - the illuminator will then
automatically re-enter programming mode.
(If a PIN security code has been set, further actions are required to enable
programming mode – Please refer to the illuminator Instruction Guide)
We would normally recommend disabling remote set-up once you have
nished programming an individual VARIO2 illuminator and are satised that
it is delivering the required operating performance. This will help to avoid
tampering and the possibility of receiving commands when programming
other units in close proximity.

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9. Control Feature Combinations
The following features can be altered / adjusted when programmed or
used together:
Note:
VARIO2 POE (Non-Premium): Timer not available.
VARIO2 Hybrid: Timer only available in White Light mode
8. Disable Manual Buttons
The manual buttons can be disabled using the remote. Once
the illuminator is put into Operating mode if the disable remote
control Set Up button is pressed again and held for 4 seconds
the manual buttons will be disabled. When completed this is shown by
both indicator LEDs ashing RED.
Note: This command can only be used within 5 minutes of the illuminator
being put into Operating Mode using the Remote Control. (If the Manual
Buttons are already Disabled, both LEDs will ash RED immediately).
VARIO2 Hybrid: illuminators do not have manual buttons.
Power
Adjust
Timer
Photocell
Sensitivity
Remote Dim
LED Status
Indicator
Power Adjust Timer Photocell Sensitivity Remote Dim LED Status Indicator

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11. Mechanical Details and Battery Information
Dimensions: 40 x 87 x 7.5 mm
Weight: 10g
Battery: CR2025
10. PIN Function - Security Feature
For extra security VARIO2 allows a PIN (Personal Identication
Number) to be set for each illuminator using the Remote Control
buttons.
For full details on how to set-up a PIN and the additional security
features it gives please refer to your Illuminator Instruction Guide.
VARIO2 Hybrid: PIN function not available
12. VARIO Remote Control Troubleshoot
(see Illuminator instructions for troubleshooting of illuminator)
Ensure all tests are undertaken by a qualied, trained engineer. Ensure safe
working practices are followed at all times.
Troubleshoot
- Ensure no other strong Infra-Red source is pointing at the remote
receiver which is on the bottom of the unit.
- Ensure that there is a clear line of site between the unit and remote
with no possible obstructions.
- In extreme sunlight conditions, distance between the unit and remote
may need to be reduced.
- If you are attempting to use Remote Control for a function only available
in programming mode, ensure the unit is in programming mode rst
(RHS LED FLASHING AMBER) (You may need to press the status
button rst to enable the LED indicators) If not in programming mode,
re-power VARIO2 illuminator. Turn power off for at least 10 seconds
and then power on.
- If the unit has a PIN set, you will need to use the PIN number to change
to programming mode. You cannot enter programming mode by power
cycling only when a PIN is set. If you don`t know the PIN number,
you will need to perform a full re-set (Please refer to the illuminator
instruction Guide).

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Instruction Guide Part No. 0330-D-00001 Rev 2.0
UK / Europe
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- Check battery on remote (CR2025). Test 3-volt battery and replace if
necessary.
- Ensure battery has clean contacts.
- Remote failure, test with new remote.
If the remote is still not delivering the required performance, please
contact Raytec for further assistance on [phone] or +1
613 270 9990 for Americas.