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10911 Petal Street Dallas, Texas 75238 USA This manual is for informational use only and is subject to change without notice. Philips Vari-Lite assumes no responsibility or liability for any claims resulting from errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
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Note: *When returning products to Philips Vari-Lite for repairs (warranty or out-of-warranty) from a country other than the USA, “Philips Lighting Controls Division”, must appear in the address block as the Importer of Record (IOR) on all shipping documentation, Commercial Invoices, etc. This must be done in order to clear customs in a timely manner and prevent returns.
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Declaration of Conformity We, Philips Lighting B.V. 10911 Petal Street, Dallas, Texas 75238 USA, declare under our responsibility for the products: Product Range...
WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE 1. VARI❋LITE luminaires have been designed for use with specific lamp types. VL3015LT Spot Luminaires is supplied with an Osram HTI 1500 D7/60 metal halide lamp or other lamps as approved by Vari-Lite. Installing another type of lamp not approved by Vari-Lite may be hazardous.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE 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 screens shall be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired.
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OREWORD 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 Sie bei der Installation und dem Einsatz dieses Produkts alle Warnhinweise und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ein.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE 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 sichtbare...
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OREWORD 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 ainsi que toute documentation jointe. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements et suivre toutes les précautions pendant l’installation et l’utilisation de cet appareil.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE 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.
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OREWORD 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 a todos los avisos y advertencias durante la instalación y uso de este producto. Los símbolos de seguridad usados en este manual son los siguientes: CUIDADO, indica posibles daños al producto.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE 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.
About This Manual This manual provides descriptions, repair procedures, and illustrated parts breakdowns for all configurations of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaires. The manual is intended for use by Vari-Lite personnel and Authorized VARI❋LITE Service Centers and technicians only. WARNING: It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or others.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 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 benefit of being a Vari-Lite customer.
HAPTER Description This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components. • Features • Components • Principles of Operation 02.96 98.001 0 0...
6300K at 900W and 1200W Technical Specifications For additional technical specifications and information, please refer to VL3015LT Spot Luminaire User’s Manual (02.9698.0002) and the product specification sheet. These documents can be found in the product downloads section of the Vari-Lite web site at www.vari-lite.com.
OMPONENTS XTERNAL UMINAIRE OMPONENTS Components External Luminaire Components The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls. Head Assembly Houses color, gobos, strobe, iris and zoom lens mechanisms Backcap Assembly Provides access to lamp for replacement and provides controls for beam adjustment.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Head and Yoke Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies which are located in the luminaire head and yoke assemblies. Spot Optics Assembly Rotating Gobo Assembly Houses zoom lenses Contains three rotating gobo and edge mechanisms.
OMPONENTS NCLOSURE OMPONENTS Enclosure Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies which are located in the luminaire enclosure assembly. (Yoke and head assemblies not shown for clarity.) Universal Arc Ballast Luminaire Handles Module 1200W / 1650W Pan Tube Assembly Fan Assembly Enclosure Top Covers 36 VDC / Low-Voltage...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Principles of Operation Functional Block Diagram ZOOM / EDGE HEAD / YOKE OPTICS ASSEMBLIES DAUGHTER NOTE: COLOR Information contained herein is for reference only and may be changed at anytime without notice.
HAPTER Maintenance This chapter contains test, service, and standard maintenance procedures. • Testing • Troubleshooting • Maintenance Procedures WARNING: All maintenance procedures are to be performed with power removed from the luminaire. Never remove cover or backcap while lamp is in oper- ation.
The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the TEST menu functions. For detailed instructions regarding the luminaire’s self-test function, refer to the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire User’s Manual (02.9698.0002). This manual is available on the Vari-Lite web site, in the product download section, at www.vari-lite.com.
Hold DMX value 140 for 3 seconds then 0 recals Dimmer and Strobe Sensor Testing Most mechanisms within the VL3015LT Spot Luminaires are equipped with either optical or magnetic sensors. The VL3015LT Spot Luminaire master control board (MCB) has labeled test points for reading DC voltages at each sensor.
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(refer to the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire User's Manual). On at full power will be one-half (1/2) PWM (which will meter at approximately 2vdc). On at Medium Power (1200W) will be no PWM signal (0vdc).
ROUBLESHOOTING RROR ESSAGES 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) until the end of the list is reached. To review the error messages again, it will be necessary to access them using the Status function. To access error messages: Step 1.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Troubleshooting Guide If a problem is suspected, try recalibrating the luminaire to prompt an error message. Refer to “Error Messages” on page 13 for more information. The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for each message.
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ROUBLESHOOTING ROUBLESHOOTING UIDE Table 2-2: Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Message Symptom Description Possible Cause and Remedy Tilt No Luminaire will not tilt Tilt Sensor Not Found EOT flag attached to large pulley is not engaging the Sens EOT sensor... - ensure flag is attached to the large pulley. - ensure that flag passes through the sensor at a depth sufficient to engage the sensor beam.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Maintenance Procedures WARNING: As with any repairs or maintenance to VARI❋LITE luminaires, service should only be performed by a trained and qualified service technician or at an Authorized VARI❋LITE Service facility.
Align Lamp The design of the VL3015LT Spot Luminaire optical system allows for a flat or peaked field. A flat field is one where there is no detectable hot spot and a peaked field is one where the intensity of the beam is greater at the center of the beam than at the perimeter.
Overview of Gobos and Gags used in VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Due to the immense energy and light produced by VL3015LT spot luminaires, Vari-Lite recommends to users and owners of this fixture follow the guidelines outlined below when loading gobos or gags in any of the three rotating gobo wheels.
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1, 2, AINTENANCE ROCEDURES EPLACEMENT HEELS To Install or Replace Gobos WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Gobos may be HOT after operation. Allow to cool before replacing. To replace a rotating gobo: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Step 3. If removing gobos via bottom of head assembly, undo fan tray assembly with thumb screw to access. Step 4. Rotate desired gobo wheel until required gobo position is accessible.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES IXED OLOR ILTER EPLACEMENT Fixed Color Filter Replacement Tools: #2 Phillips Screwdriver and Lint Free Cotton Gloves WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Filters may be HOT after operation. Allow to cool before replacing. To replace a fixed color filter on Color Wheel 1 (closest to the lamp): Step 1.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Fixed Color Filter Replacement (continued) Step 6. Orienting coated side of filter towards lamp, slide new filter under the spring clip until it is securely retained by the lock pins. Step 7. Replace the head cover.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES ALLAST SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT Ballast Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 69.9679.1216 To remove and replace ballast assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance. Step 2.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Step 9. At bottom of enclosure, disconnect exhaust fan cable. Step 10. At exhaust fan, remove four 8/32 x 3/8" screws. Remove exhaust fan from enclosure assembly. Step 11. At ballast, disconnect following cable assemblies: a.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES OLOR IMMER TROBE SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT Color/Dimmer/Strobe Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9698.0400 To remove and replace color/dimmer/strobe assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance. Step 2.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Gobo/Iris Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9698.0200 To remove and replace gobo/iris assembly: Step 1. Run Zoom to full forward position (DMX 255). Step 2. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
/ UV G AINTENANCE ROCEDURES EFLECTOR LASS SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT Reflector / UV Glass Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 42.9686.0120 (Reflector) Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9686.0606 (Assy, UV Glass) To remove and replace reflector / UV glass assembly: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Reflector Replacement (continued) Disconnect Springs Reflector Clamp UV/Reflector Assembly 4-40 x 1 3/8" screws (4) Assembly Removal Spring not shown for clarity Reflector Alignment Figure 2-10: Reflector / UV Glass Assembly Removal...
(MCB) R AINTENANCE ROCEDURES ONTROL OARD EPLACEMENT Main Control Board (MCB) Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 24.9698.0700 To remove and replace main control board (MCB): Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Ignitor Board Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 24.9661.3126 To remove and replace ignitor board assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES EGULATOR OARD EPLACEMENT Fan Regulator Board Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 24.9698.1690 To remove and replace fan regulator board: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance. Note: To determine which yoke leg is which without having to remove the covers, rotate yoke counterclockwise until it stops, then look at the luminaire while facing the input panel.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Interconnect PCB Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 24.9698.2680 To remove and replace interconnect PCB assembly board: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES PTICS SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT Zoom Optics Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9698.0100 To remove and replace zoom optics assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance. Step 2.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Frost / Prism Assembly Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9698.1351 To remove and replace frost / prism assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES PTICS ROST RISM ABLE OUTING EFERENCE Zoom Optics / Frost / Prism - Cable Routing Reference The photos and descriptions below show cable routing in and around the zoom optics, frost, and prism assemblies. For additional information or assistance, please contact Vari-Lite Technical support. This section contains information for: •...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Lens Group A Motor Cable The motor cable for lens group A should be tied directly off onto the mount. There should be slack. Lens Group Motor Cables Tie off along mount as shown. When all lenses are pushed back, a little slack should still exist in cables to allow free mechanism movement.
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AINTENANCE ROCEDURES PTICS ROST RISM ABLE OUTING EFERENCE Prism Sensor Cable Prism sensor cable should be secured next to motor connection and under motor as shown. After securing cables, insure prism assembly moves freely (in and out) without coming into contact with cables. Frost Sensor Cable Frost sensor cable should be secured next to motor connection and under motor as shown.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Zoom Optics - Zoom (Actuator) Motor Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 44.9698.0147 (Motor Assembly) Vari-Lite Part No: 10.9698.0146 (Shaft) To remove and replace a zoom actuator motor: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire.
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AINTENANCE ROCEDURES PTICS CTUATOR OTOR EPLACEMENT Step 5. Using slotted screwdriver to hold lead screw at front (DO NOT USE PLIERS ON LEAD SCREW OR YOU MAY DAMAGE IT!) remove two 8-32 KEPS nuts. Step 6. Carefully thread lead screw out of motor to be replaced. Note, you may have to thread out of other motors first, depending on which you are replacing.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Tilt Motor Assembly and Tilt Belt Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9698.0765 (Tilt Motor) Vari-Lite Part No: 54.9698.0224 (Tilt Belt) To remove and replace tilt motor: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire.
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AINTENANCE ROCEDURES OTOR SSEMBLY AND EPLACEMENT WARNING: Make sure wiring is not pinched during installation. When tightening four 10-32 x 1/2" PPZ screws that mount Pan Motor Assembly, you must tighten in a CLOCKWISE pattern starting with screw in lower left-hand side from spring. NOTE: Head not shown for clarity.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Tilt Encoder PCB Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 24.9661.5000 To remove and replace tilt encoder PCB: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
EOT S AINTENANCE ROCEDURES ENSOR EPLACEMENT Tilt EOT Sensor Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 23.9661.1253 To remove and replace tilt EOT sensor: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance. Step 2.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Tilt Lock Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 10.9698.1765 To remove and replace tilt lock: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES OTOR SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT Pan Motor Assembly/Pan Belt Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 21.9698.0864 (Pan Motor) Vari-Lite Part No: 54.9698.0224 (Pan Belt) To remove and replace pan motor assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL To remove and replace pan belt: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance.
PCB R AINTENANCE ROCEDURES NCODER EPLACEMENT Pan Encoder PCB Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 24.9678.5000 To remove and replace pan encoder PCB: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation. Allow it to cool completely before performing any maintenance. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage lens during next step.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Power Supply (LVS) Replacement Vari-Lite Part No: 69.9698.0036 To remove and replace LVS: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
PCB A AINTENANCE ROCEDURES ISPLAY SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT Display PCB Assembly Replacement VL Part No: 24.9678.3825 To remove and replace display PCB assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL PowerCon AC Input Connector Assembly Replacement VL Part No: 25.9679.0001 To remove and replace PowerCon AC input connector assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
: DMX PCB A AINTENANCE ROCEDURES SSEMBLY EPLACEMENT DMX PCB Assembly Replacement VL Part No: 24.9664.4895 To remove and replace DMX PCB assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Upper Enclosure Fan Assembly Replacement VL Part No: 23.9698.0686 To remove and replace upper enclosure fan assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES EGULATOR OARD PPER NCLOSURE EPLACEMENT Fan Regulator Board (Upper Enclosure) Replacement VL Part No: 24.9698.1690 To remove and replace fan regulator board in the upper enclosure: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Pan Lock Replacement VL Part No: 10.9698.0820 To remove and replace pan lock: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: You must remove all power from luminaire before performing maintenance. Fixture may be very HOT after operation.
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AINTENANCE ROCEDURES EPLACEMENT Step 7. At enclosure bottom, remove two 6-32 x 1/4" PPB screws and remove cover without handle. Step 8. Remove two 6-32 x 3/8" PFZ screws from enclosure side and remove Upper Enclosure Air Duct. Step 9. Remove two 10-32 Hex nuts holding pan lock in place. Note: When removing, note placement of springs, flat washers, glides, pan lock spring (especially note orientation) and pan lock cover.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Gobo Timing Adjustments The index timing belt must be aligned so that the mechanism "clocks" properly. This belt is installed around the index gear (top gear) of the gobo wheel. The wheel position belt is installed around the wheel position gear (bottom gear) of the gobo wheel, and does not require alignment.
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AINTENANCE ROCEDURES IMING DJUSTMENTS Gobo Timing Adjustments (continued) Position index pulley so large flange is centered in optical sensor Insert a 3" long #4 or M3 screw (or 0.125" diameter pin) completely through aligned holes in wheels and both bulkheads as shown. This will lock the wheels in the "open"...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRES ERVICE ANUAL Gobo Gear Planet Alignment Each gear of the gobo wheel assembly must be aligned so that the gobos will index correctly. Use the following procedure to re-align the gears in the event the gobo wheel is disassembled.
AINTENANCE ROCEDURES LANET LIGNMENT CONTINUED Gobo Gear Planet Alignment (continued) 1) Start with center gear timing 2) Rotate center gear clockwise until timing mark facing Position 1 (open). mark is directly across from Position 2. Rotate Position 2 gear until timing marks align.
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HAPTER Illustrated Parts Breakdown This chapter contains illustrated parts breakdowns for all VL3015LT Spot Luminaire assemblies. • Drawing Trees • Top Assembly • Head Assembly • Yoke Assembly • Enclosure Assembly • Cable Assemblies 02.96 98.001 0 0...
21.9698.0311 Rev. G 21.9698.1351 Rev. E Ignitor to Lamp Socket Cable Assembly 25.9698.1688 Rev A Optics Bulkhead Cable Assembly 25.9698.1110 Rev B Continued Next Page Figure 3-1: VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Subassembly Drawing Tree Part 1 02 .9 698.00 10 0...
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Interconnect to Color Cable Assembly Yoke Fan to Volt Reg PCB Cable 25.9698.0410 Rev B Assembly 25.9698.0681 Rev B Upper Enclosure Assembly 21.9698.0800 Rev. N Continued Next Page Figure 3-2: VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Subassembly Drawing Tree Part 2 02.96 98.001 0 0...
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25.9678.1825 Rev A Pan / Tilt Cable Assembly 25.9698.0801 Rev A Fan Exhaust Cable Assembly 25.9698.0832 Rev B Ballast Power Cable Assembly 25.9698.1003 Rev B Figure 3-3: VL3015LT Spot Luminaire Subassembly Drawing Tree Part 3 02 .9 698.00 10 0...
, VL3015LT S SSEMBLY NCLUDED TEMS Top Assembly Included Items Kit, VL3015LT Spot 28.9698.0001 Rev. F Refer to Figure 3-4. Item Qty. Description 02.8001.0002 VARI-LITE QUALITY ASSURANCE CERT. 02.8052.0001 CARD, LIMITED WARRANTY 02.8406.0001 TAG, LAMP NOTICE 02.8700.0001 CARD, PRODUCT REGISTRATION 02.9698.0001...
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Pebbles Uneven Bars Figure 3-4: Included Items Kit, VL3015LT Spot Note: * = Do not handle lamp with bare hands. When handling, it is best to wear clean cotton gloves in order to keep the lamp’s glass as dirt and grease free as possible.
SSEMBLY TRUCTURE SSEMBLY Head Assembly Head Structure Assembly 21.9698.0600 Rev. E Refer to Figure 3-11 Item Qty. Description 10.9698.0627 COVER SUPPORT, SIDE RAIL 12.9698.0623 SIDE RAIL, MACHINED 12.9698.0625 SIDE RAIL, MACHINED 21.9686.0605 ASSY, REFLECTOR MOUNT 21.9698.0100 ASSY, LT OPTICS 21.9698.0615 ASSY, BACK END 53.6515.0001 SCREW, 10-32 X 3/4, SCB...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Head Structure Assembly (continued) (x4) (x6) (x2) (x8) (x4) (x4) Figure 3-11: Head Structure Assembly 02 .9 698.00 10 0...
SSEMBLY ROST RISM ULKHEAD SSEMBLY Frost / Prism Bulkhead Assembly 21.9698.1351 Rev. E Refer to Figure 3-14 Item Qty. Description 10.9698.0335 DAMPER, MOTOR SHAFT, 5 MM 10.9698.2301 FROST/PRISM DUAL MOUNT, LENS GROUP B 21.9698.0311 ASSY, PRISM 21.9698.0321 ASSY, FROST 24.9698.1231 PCB ASSY, SENSOR 44.9676.0117 MOTOR, GOBO ROTATE/INDEX...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Frost / Prism Bulkhead Assembly (continued) **Tighten screw firmly until gap in damper is closed completely. 8** (x2) (x2) (x4) (x2) 9* (x2) 11* (x4) 10* (x6) *Apply Loctite 242 to fastener at assembly.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 80MM DC Fan Assembly 21.9698.0616 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-18 Item Qty. Description 40.7113.1010 FAN, TUBAXIAL, 80MM, 24VDC, LONG LIFE WITH TACH 53.2002.0001 NUT, 6-32, KEPS ZINC 53.6558.0001 SCREW, 6-32 X 3/8" LG PPZ 55.7016.0001...
SSEMBLY OLOR CCESS SSEMBLY Color / Gobo Access Fan Assembly 21.9698.0620 Rev E Refer to Figure 3-19 Item Qty. Description 10.9678.1649 FAN SHIELD, LAMP COOLING, DC 10.9698.0665 FAN TRAY, COLOR/GOBO COOLING 10.9698.0666 STIFFENER PLATE, FAN TRAY 23.9679.0016 FAN, TUBAZIAL, 80MM, 24VDC, LAMP COOLING, LONG LIFE 53.6530.0011 RIVET, POP, 1/8"...
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SSEMBLY SSEMBLY Iris Sub-Assembly 21.9698.0270 Rev H Refer to Figure 3-22 Item Qty. Description 10.9678.0273 MOTOR MOUNT, IRIS 10.9698.0272 BULKHEAD, IRIS 10.9698.0278 AIR DIVERTER, GOBO 10.9698.0279 DIVERTER, GOBO AIR 10.9698.0280 ADJUSTABLE IRIS STOP 10.9698.1276 CRANK, IRIS, LT 22.9698.0271 LINK ASSY, IRIS - 53.6605.0004 STUD, 2-56 X 1.0"...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Iris Sub-Assembly (continued) (x3) (x2) (x2) (x4) (x3) See Detail A (x4) (x4) Detail A (x2) (x2) 0.50 in. +/- 0.03 in. Align flat sides of 1.78 in. both links as...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Top Strobe Blade Assembly 21.9698.2437 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-25 Item Qty. Description 10.9678.0432 HUB, STROBE BLADE 10.9678.0466 STROBE BLADE, DAMPER 10.9698.2432 STROBE BLADE, NOTCHED 53.5559.0250 SCREW, 6-32 X 1/4" SET CONE PO 53.6597.0001...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Fixed Color Wheel 2 Assembly 21.9686.1480 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-27 Item Qty. Description 10.9686.0481 WHEEL, FIXED COLOR 10.9686.0482 SPACER PLATE, FIXED COLOR 10.9686.0483 SPRING PLATE, FIXED COLOR 22.9686.1416 FIXED COLOR WHEEL HUB WITH BEARINGS 41.9686.0495...
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SSEMBLY IXED OLOR HEEL SSEMBLY Fixed Color Wheel 2 Assembly (continued) Detail A (x4) POS 1 OPEN Note: All filters must be installed with the coating side towards the luminaire’s lamp. Open Blue Green Orange Amber Alignment Tab Dark Fuchsia Detail A Alignment Tab RTV beads should be applied at all...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Fixed Color Wheel 1 Assembly 21.9698.1484 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-28 Item Qty. Description 10.9686.0481 WHEEL, FIXED COLOR 10.9686.0482 SPACER PLATE, FIXED COLOR 10.9686.0483 SPRING PLATE, FIXED COLOR 22.9686.1416 FIXED COLOR WHEEL HUB WITH BEARINGS 41.9686.0490...
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SSEMBLY IXED OLOR HEEL SSEMBLY Fixed Color Wheel 1 Assembly (continued) Detail A (x4) POS 1 OPEN Note: All filters must be installed with the coating side towards the luminaire’s lamp. Open Congo Blue Alignment Tab Kelly Yellow Green Magenta Detail A Alignment Tab RTV beads should be applied at all...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Notes 02 .9 698.00 10 0...
SSEMBLY OTOR SSEMBLY Tilt Motor Assembly 21.9698.0765 Rev D Refer to Figure 3-30 Item Qty. Description 10.9686.0457.05 SPACER, COLOR WHEEL 10.9698.0763 PLATE, TILT MOTOR MOUNT 10.9698.0861 PLATE, BELT GUIDE 10.9698.0835 STANDOFF, BELT GUIDE, TILT MOTOR ASSY 21.9698.0708 ASSY, DRIVE PULLEY - 10.9678.8720 CODEWHEEL, 120 COUNT, LARGE ID - 10.9698.1749...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Tilt Motor Assembly (continued) Detail A See Detail A (x2) (x2) (x2) (x6) (x4) (x2) (x2) (x2) Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (x2) (x2) * As required to set proper height. Pulley Height Detail & Installation (x4) 0.239"...
SSEMBLY SSEMBLY Yoke Fan Assembly 22.9661.0609 Rev D Refer to Figure 3-31 Item Qty. Description 10.9661.0646 FAN TRAY 40.7113.1001 FAN, +24V 80 X 80 X 25MM, 32CFM 53.2200.0006 NUT, 6-32 KEPS SS DIRECTION OF AIR FLOW (x4) Note fan wire orientation. Figure 3-31: Yoke Fan Assembly 02.96 98.001 0 0...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Notes 02 .9 698.00 10 0...
NCLOSURE SSEMBLY PPER NCLOSURE SSEMBLY Enclosure Assembly Upper Enclosure Assembly 21.9698.0800 Rev. N Refer to Figure 3-32, Figure 3-33 Figure 3-34 Item Qty. Description 04.9640.0374 LABEL, GROUND 04.9698.0040 LABEL, VL3500 SERIES COMPLIANCE 10.9661.1358 AIR SEAL, DUCT 10.9678.0820 LANYARD, PAN TUBE 10.9678.0869 BRACKET, LVS 10.9678.0886...
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LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Item Qty. Description 22.9698.0690 ASSY, VL3015LT FAN VOLT. REG. UPPER ENCLOSURE 22.9698.0851 ASSY, UPPER ENCLOSURE STRUCTURE 23.9698.0686 FAN ASSY, UPPER ENCLOSURE 25.9661.1514 CABLE ASSY, LVS CHASSIS GND (EMI GND) (not shown) 25.9661.1520 CABLE ASSY, CHASSIS TO YOKE GND (not shown) 25.9678.0813...
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NCLOSURE SSEMBLY PPER NCLOSURE SSEMBLY Item Qty. Description 53.6607.0001 SCREW, 6-32 X 1/4" PPB 53.6609.0001 SCREW, 6-32 X 3/8" PFZ 53.6626.0001 SCREW, 10-32 X 1/2" PPZ 53.6634.1000 SCREW, 3/8-16 X 1.00" LG SOC HD CAP ALLOY STEEL 53.6667.0005 SCREW, 10-32 X 3/8" LG SET CUP 53.7018.0750 SCREW, 1/4-20 X 0750"...
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❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Upper Enclosure Assembly (continued) (x2) (x2) (x5) (x4) (x2) (x2) (x4) (x4) (x4) Figure 3-32: Upper Enclosure Assembly Part 1 02 .9 698.00 10 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Pan Motor Assembly 21.9698.0864 Rev E Refer to Figure 3-36 Item Qty. Description 10.9678.8720 CODEWHEEL, 120 COUNT, LARGE ID 10.9686.0457.01 SPACER, COLOR WHEEL 10.9686.0841 ADAPTOR PLATE, PAN SENSOR PCB 10.9686.0865 PLATE, TENSION ADJUST, PAN MOTOR 10.9698.1749...
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NCLOSURE SSEMBLY OTOR SSEMBLY Pan Motor Assembly (continued) Detail A (x2) Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (x2) (x2) See Detail A (x6) (x4) Drive Pulley Detail & Installation (x2) 1.050" (x2) (x2) Step 1. Apply one drop of Loctite 603 to motor shaft. Step 2.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Ventilation Cover Assembly 21.9698.0840 Rev D Refer to Figure 3-37 Item Qty. Description 10.9661.1249 POST, TRUSS HOOK 10.9678.0835 AIR SEAL, SHORT SIDE 10.9678.0836 AIR SEAL, LONG SIDE 10.9678.0837 AIR SEAL, FAN SIDE 10.9678.0838...
NCLOSURE SSEMBLY XHAUST SSEMBLY High Flow Exhaust Fan Assembly 21.9679.0811 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-40 Item Qty. Description 10.9686.0810 MOUNTING PLATE, EXHAUST FAN 40.9687.0001 BLOWER, CENTRIFUGAL, 24VDC 10.6 CFM, 3 IN 55.6576.0001 SCREW, #10-16 X 3/8" TYPE B PFZ (x2) Figure 3-40: High Flow Exhaust Fan Assembly 02.96 98.001 0 0...
: LVS C ABLE SSEMBLIES HASSIS ROUND ABLE SSEMBLY Cable Assemblies LVS Chassis Ground Cable Assembly 25.9661.1514 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-42 Figure 3-42: LVS Chassis Ground Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Chassis To Yoke Ground Cable Assembly 25.9661.1520 Rev C Refer to Figure 3-43 Figure 3-43: Chassis To Yoke Ground Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES EAD TO ROUND ABLE SSEMBLY Head to Back Cap Ground Cable Assembly 25.9661.1522 Rev C Refer to Figure 3-44. Figure 3-44: Head to Back Cap Ground Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Ignitor to Relay Cable Assembly 25.9661.1526 Rev C Refer to Figure 3-45. Figure 3-45: Ignitor to Relay Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES ABLE SSEMBLY Yoke Fan Cable Assembly 25.9678.0758 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-46 Figure 3-46: Yoke Fan Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Data I/O Link Cable Assembly 25.9678.0813 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-47 Figure 3-47: Data I/O Link Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES ALLAST TO ONTROLLER ABLE SSEMBLY Ballast to Controller Cable Assembly 25.9678.0816 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-48 Figure 3-48: Ballast to Controller Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Lamp Supply to Relay Cable Assembly 25.9678.0829 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-49 To Relay From Lamp Supply From Lamp Supply To Relay Figure 3-49: Lamp Supply to Relay Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies.
ABLE SSEMBLIES ISPLAY ABLE SSEMBLY Display Cable Assembly 25.9678.1825 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-50 Figure 3-50: Display Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL AC Input Connector/Cable Assembly 25.9679.0001 Rev 0 Refer to Figure 3-51 Figure 3-51: AC Input Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES ABLE SSEMBLY Iris Fan Cable Assembly 25.9679.0007 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-52 Figure 3-52: Iris Fan Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 36V Interconnect Cable Assembly 25.9698.0011 Rev 0 Refer to Figure 3-53 Figure 3-53: 36V Interconnect Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
: 36V Y PCB C ABLE SSEMBLIES ABLE SSEMBLY 36V Yoke Reg PCB Cable Assembly 25.9698.0012 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-54 Figure 3-54: 36V Yoke Reg PCB Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 24V Relay to Interconnect Cable Assembly 25.9698.0015 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-55 Figure 3-55: 24V Relay to Interconnect Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
(MCB ABLE SSEMBLIES PTICS NTERCONNECT ABLE SSEMBLY Optics (MCB to Interconnect) Cable Assembly 25.9698.0109 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-56 Figure 3-56: Optics (MCB to Interconnect) Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Gobo (MCB to Interconnect) Cable Assembly 25.9698.0209 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-56 Figure 3-57: Gobo (MCB to Interconnect) Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES NTERCONNECT TO ABLE SSEMBLY Interconnect to Gobo Cable Assembly 25.9698.0210 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-56 Figure 3-58: Interconnect to Gobo Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Color (MCB to Interconnect) Cable Assembly 25.9698.0409 Rev C Refer to Figure 3-59 Figure 3-59: Color (MCB to Interconnect) Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES NTERCONNECT TO OLOR ABLE SSEMBLY Interconnect to Color Cable Assembly 25.9698.0410 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-60 Figure 3-60: Interconnect to Color Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL OT Switch to Backcap Interlok Cable Assembly 25.9698.0601 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-61 Figure 3-61: OT Switch to Backcap Interlok Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES RANSFER AN TO NTERCONNECT ABLE SSEMBLY Transfer Fan to Interconnect Cable Assembly 25.9698.0622 Rev D Refer to Figure 3-62 WIRE CHART WIRE CONN CONN FROM ITEM NO. ITEM NO. COLOR PIN 1 PIN 3 PIN 2 PIN 1 PIN 3 PIN 4 Figure 3-62: Transfer Fan to Interconnect Cable Assembly...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Lamp and Bulkhead Fans Cable Assembly 25.9698.0650 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-63 FAN 1 FAN 1 FAN 2 FAN 2 FAN 3 FAN 4 FAN 3 FAN 4 Figure 3-63: Lamp and Bulkhead Fans Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies.
PCB C ABLE SSEMBLIES AN TO ABLE SSEMBLY Yoke Fan to Volt Reg PCB Cable Assembly 25.9698.0681 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-64 Figure 3-64: Yoke Fan to Volt Reg PCB Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Pan / Tilt Cable Assembly 25.9698.0801 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-65 TWISTED WIRES TWISTEDWIRES TWISTED WIRES TWISTEDWIRES Figure 3-65: Pan / Tilt Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES XHAUST ABLE SSEMBLY Fan Exhaust Cable Assembly 25.9698.0832 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-66 36" Figure 3-66: Fan Exhaust Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Ballast Power Cable Assembly 25.9698.1003 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-67 Figure 3-67: Ballast Power Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
: 36V S ABLE SSEMBLIES UPPLY ABLE SSEMBLY 36V Supply Cable Assembly 25.9698.1010 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-68 Figure 3-68: 36V Supply Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only. 02.96 98.001 0 0...
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Optics Bulkhead Cable Assembly 25.9698.1110 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-69 Figure 3-69: Optics Bulkhead Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
ABLE SSEMBLIES GNITOR TO OCKET ABLE SSEMBLY Ignitor to Lamp Socket Cable Assembly 25.9698.1688 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-70 TO ARC FROM LAMP IGNITOR SOCKET OUTPUT Note: Cut away view shown for clarity. Figure 3-70: Ignitor to Lamp Socket Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies.
❋ VARI LITE - VL3015LT S UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL LVS Chassis Ground Cable Assembly 25.9698.2514 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-71 13.00" 16AWG, 300V, 105C PVC - Green/Yellow UL1569 Figure 3-71: Chassis Ground Cable Assembly Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this Note: section is for reference only.
VL3015LT Spot Luminaires The following tables identify the current technical notices and bulletins associated with the VL3015LT Spot Luminaires. These improvements have been incorporated into this manual (where applicable) and are available on the Vari-Lite web site at www.vari-lite.com. Please note that not all bulletins or notices are applicable to all versions of the fixtures included in this manual.