Vari Lite VL5LED WASH User manual

VL5LED WASH
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1 DESCRIPTION
91200545005 VL5LED Wash
FEATURES
• LED
• 13,000 lumen of output
• 8° to 35° zoom range
• RGBA + Lime + Cyan color mixing
• Blade system
• Ultra compact
Download the product datasheet from the Vari-Lite website at www.vari-lite.com for the full technical specifica-
tions.
COMPONENTS
INCLUDED ITEMS
The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire:
Note: Check with the local Signify Oce or Authorized Vari*Lite dealer for availability on accessories.
LUMINAIRE OVERVIEW
The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls.
POWER CONNECTOR
QUICK START GUIDE
(this document)
CASE SIP
CASE
SIP
WARRANTY CARD
INCLUDED ITEMS
HOOK RAILS
HOO
KR
AIL
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VL5LED WASH
Yoke Assembly.
Houses tilt motor and
routes cables to / from
head and enclosure assemblies.
Luminaire Head Assembly.
Houses lenses, gobos, fixed
color filters, strobe, reflector,
and light source.
Enclosure Assembly.
Houses ballast, menu system,
pan motor, and AC input connection,
and DMX512 connections
Menu System.
Input Panel.

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SPECIAL WARNINGS
EXCEPTIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION FOR THE VL5LED WASH
The light intensity and power density of the VL5LED WASH exceeds that of other fixtures typically used in this
application. The warnings and cautions that follow are critically important to the safe operation of this fixture.
This product is for commercial use only by trained professionals only.
If you have any questions about the safe installation and operation of the VL5LED WASH, please contact Vari-
Lite customer service at VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548), 1-214-647-7880, or [e-mail].
WARNING: Light Beam Projects Intense Heat. Do not illuminate objects within 15m (49.21 feet) of the VL5LED
WASH. Objects within this range can scorch, melt, or ignite from the heat projected by the light beam.
WARNING: High Intensity Light Output. Do not look directly into the light beam. Avoid looking at nearby
surfaces illuminated by the beam. It is hazardous to operate luminaires without lens or shield. Shields, lenses, or
ultraviolet screens must be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their eective-
ness is impaired. For example, by cracks, deep scratches, or coating breakdown.
WARNING: Hot Exterior Surfaces. The exterior surfaces of the luminaire can get very hot - up to 120ºC (248ºF).
Do not touch any surface of the luminaire while it is operating. Keep all combustible materials a minimum of
200 mm (7.87 inches) away from the luminaire. To maintain cooling fan operation after the LED is doused, keep
the luminaire powered on for 10 minutes. Wait an additional 10 minutes before touching the luminaire.
WARNING: Operating Environment. Do not operate the luminaire when the ambient temperature exceeds
45ºC (113ºF).
WARNING: Approved LED Type. Use only approved LED types in VL5LED WASH. Users can check the latest
version of Vari-Lite Technical Notice TN-248, on the Vari-Lite web site, for all approved LED.Power and Data
Cabling Requirements
POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS
POWER
The luminaire requires standard AC power distribution from AC100-240V~, 50/60Hz. Current required depends
on the AC supply voltage and product model.
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INSTALLATION
USB port
RJ45 connector
DMX in
DMX out
Power in
AC POWER INPUT
3-pole Neutrik® powerCON©
TRUE1 for AC input power

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NOTE: The mating Neutrik PowerCon connector is supplied, however, you will need to purchase or construct a
cable appropriate for your application. Allow one hour warm up if ambient temperature is below 10˚C (50˚F) .
CONNECTING POWER
Depending on the application, the luminaire’s AC input cable may require a dierent connector. If required,
install a new connector meeting your requirements using the following wire color code reference:
WIRE* CONNECTION
green Ground (earth)
white AC neutral
black AC line
*International (harmonized) standard
WARNING: DO NOT connect to three-phase service in countries with 240 volt power.
For single-phase power at 240V RMS:
CONNECTION PIN
AC neutral N
AC line L
Ground (earth) G
WARNING: It is not recommended to power any Vari-Lite luminaire from a dimmer - even in ‘NONDIM’ mode.
Dimmer and non-dim modules are not suitable sources of power because their output modifies the AC wave
form. This may work for a short time, but will eventually result in power problems, luminaire mis-operation and/
or failure and may void the luminaire’s warranty.
DMX TERMINATION CONNECTOR
A DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire (or “far end of the line”) to prevent signal reflec-
tions. Signal reflections may cancel out the signal at certain line lengths, resulting in errors. The terminator is
also necessary for software downloads and running tests on multiple luminaires. To construct your own connec-
tor, you will need a 5-pin, male XLR connector.
NOTE: A DMX termination connector assembly is available as an accessory from Vari-Lite.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
HANGING THE LUMINAIRE
The VL5LED WASH 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 compat-
ible truss hooks are available from dierent manufacturers for your particular
needs. A minimum of two hooks per luminaire is required. If mounting method
does not use truss hooks, two attachment points, per luminaire, are required.
To install mounting hardware and brackets:
Step 1. Install truss hooks on two provided truss hook brackets as required.
Step 2. Determine required configuration of bracket installation. Brackets may
be installed in many dierent orientations.
Step 3. While pulling up on locking mechanism release, fit keyed holes onto
raised mounting buttons at bottom of enclosure. Slide forward and
release locking mechanism to lock in place. Ensure brackets are locked
securely.
WARNING: Ensure that the bracket locking mechanism is fully seated after the bracket is installed on the
luminaire.

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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 luminaire to allow proper, unin-
terrupted airflow for cooling and movement.
WARNING: Light beam projects intense heat. Do not illuminate objects within 15m (49.21 feet) of the VL5LED
WASH. Objects within this range can scorch, melt, or ignite from the heat projected by the light beam.
CONNECTING DATA AND POWER
A maximum of 16 luminaires may be connected in any one DMX data link.
NOTE: This maximum limit applies to the luminaire “daisy chain” only. Your system or console may require
fewer luminaires on a single data link path. Consult your console documentation for more information.

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To connect power and data:
Step 1. Connect data cable from console to first luminaire in chain at DATA IN connector.
Step 2. If required, connect additional data cables from DATA THRU connectors to DATA IN connectors of
remaining luminaires in link.
Step 3. At last luminaire in link, install male termination connector at DATA THRU connector. (Luminaires and
other devices on the same DMX chain may not function properly without termination.)
Step 4. Connect AC Input Cable connector to power input source.
Step 5. Dress AC input and data cables and secure them so that they will not interfere with luminaire head
and yoke movement.
POWERING UP
POWER UP AND CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE
The internal color, gobo, and beam mechanisms will also move through a full range of motion. After calibration,
the luminaire head will either stop at its “home” position (which positions the pan axis at mid-rotation and the
head parallel to the yoke with the lens pointing away from the luminaire upper enclosure) or move to its current
DMX-defined position if DMX data is present. All internal mechanisms also move to their “home” or DMX-de-
fined positions.
Subsequently, depending on the luminaire’s setting for Power-Up State (refer to “VL5LED WASH Menu System
Function Chart” on page 45).
CAUTION: Before applying power, be sure the luminaire is hung or positioned so that the head and yoke can
move freely without restriction. Make sure service tilt and pan locks are disengaged so luminaire moves freely.
To power up:
Step 1. At each luminaire, apply power by connecting luminaire to input power source (100 to 240VAC). Lu-
minaire will cycle through calibration and stop at “home” position.
ADDRESSING
PROGRAM STARTING ADDRESS
The address setting for DMX console controlled systems is entered using the Menu Display. The luminaire retains
the DMX address even if power is removed.
NOTE: Refer to your console operating instructions for specific information regarding its addressing require-
ments.
To program a DMX starting address:
Step 1. Power unit on (either via mains or battery)
Step 2. Press [ESC] to access menu
Step 3. Press [▲] or [▼] to access ADDRESS and press [OK].
Step 4. Use [◄] or [►] to move cursor to Hundreds, Tens or Ones...then press [◄] or [►] to select desired
digit. Note it will scroll from 9 to 0 or 0 to 9. Once all three digits are set, press [OK] to accept.
DMX 512
(from console
or control device)
DMX 512
(out from first to
second luminaire)
DMX 512
(out to the next
luminaire or DMX512
controlled device)

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PROGRAM STARTING ADDRESS WITHOUT CALIBRATING LUMINAIRE
It is possible to bypass the calibration sequence and go directly to the Menu Display programming in order to
pre-program an address setting.
To program starting address without calibrating luminaire:
Step 1. While powering up luminaire, press and hold
Step 2. Program address as in Program Starting Address above.
Step 3. Press and hold until display changes to the DMX address.
Step 4. Alternatively, boot via battery. Press [ESC] and [OK] the same time until display boots
NOTE: The luminaire requires a reset to restore control.

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DMX CHANNELS
CHANNEL MAPPING
The following table assumes a DMX start address of 1. When a dierent starting address is used, this address
becomes channel 1 function and other functions follow in sequence.
TABLE 1. VL5LED WASH DMX CHANNEL MAPPING
DMX LED
GROUP PARAMETER DEFAULT RANGE DESCRIPTION
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1 1 Intensity High 0 0-65535 16-Bit control of Dimming
2 2 Intensity Low
3 3 Pan High 32767 0-65535 540° Total Pan Rotation
4 4 Pan Low
5 5 Tilt High 32767 0-65535 270° Total Tilt
6 6 Tilt Low
7 7 Zoom High 128 0-255 Zoom control 0 = widest zoom 255 = narrowest zoom
Default value 50% zoom range
8 8 Red (High) 0 0-65535 0 - 100% linear control of Red LED output
9 9 Red (Low)
10 10 Green (High) 0 0-65535 0 - 100% linear control of Green LED output
11 11 Green (Low)
12 12 Blue (High) 0 0-65535 0 - 100% linear control of Blue LED output
13 13 Blue (Low)
14 14 Amber (High) 0 0-65535 0 - 100% linear control of Amber LED output
15 15 Amber (Low)
16 16 Lime (High) 0 0-65535 0 - 100% linear control of Lime LED output
17 17 Lime (Low)
18 18 Cyan (High) 0 0-65535 0 - 100% linear control of Cyan LED output
19 19 Cyan (Low)
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TABLE 1. VL5LED WASH DMX CHANNEL MAPPING
DMX LED
GROUP PARAMETER DEFAULT RANGE DESCRIPTION
116
20 20 Color Preset 0
Calibrated color presets 01 to 33;
User definable color preset 01 to 20
0 - 10 Channel OFF Color Mixing take priority
11 -14 CP_1_Moroccan Pink
15 - 18 CP_2_Pink
19 - 22 CP_3_Flesh Pink
23 - 26 CP_4_Bright Rose
27 - 30 CP_5_Follies Pink
31 - 34 CP_6_Fuchsia Pink
35 - 38 CP_7_Surprise Pink
39 - 42 CP_8_Congo Blue
43 - 46 CP_9_Blue
47 - 50 CP_10_Virgin Blue
51 -54 CP_11_Midnight Maya
55 -58 CP_11_Double C.T Blue
59 - 62 CP_13_Slate Blue
63 - 66 CP_14_Regal Blue
67 - 70 CP_15_Full C.T Blue
71 - 74 CP_16_Steel Blue

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TABLE 1. VL5LED WASH DMX CHANNEL MAPPING
DMX LED
GROUP PARAMETER DEFAULT RANGE DESCRIPTION
116
20 20 Color Preset 0
75 - 78 CP_17_Lighter Blue
79 - 82 CP_18_Cyan
83 - 86 CP_19_Marine Blue
87 - 90 CP_20_Soft Green
91 - 94 CP_21_Moss Green
95 - 98 CP_22_Green
99 - 102 CP_23_Fem Green
103 - 106 CP_24_JAS Green
107 - 110 CP_25_Pale Green
111 - 114 CP_26_Spring Yellow
115 - 118 CP_27_Yellow
119 - 122 CP_28_Deep Amber
123 - 126 CP_29_Chrome Orange
127 - 130 CP_30_Orange
131 - 134 CP_31_Magenta
135 - 138 CP_32_Flame Red
139 - 142 CP_33_Purple
143 - 146 User Preset 1
147 - 150 User Preset 2
151 - 154 User Preset 3
155 - 158 User Preset 4
159 - 162 User Preset 5
163 - 166 User Preset 6
167 - 170 User Preset 7
171 - 174 User Preset 8
175 - 178 User Preset 9
179 - 182 User Preset 10
183 - 186 User Preset 11
187 - 190 User Preset 12
191 - 194 User Preset 13
195 - 198 User Preset 14
199 - 202 User Preset 15
203 - 206 User Preset 16
207 - 210 User Preset 17
211 - 214 User Preset 18
215 - 218 User Preset 19
219 - 222 User Preset 20
223 - 255 Channel OFF Color Mixing take priority
21 21 Frost 0 0-255 Linear control of frost mechanism
0 = Fully open 255 = full closed