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  • Page 1 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual...

  • Page 2: Additional Documentation

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual InTrODuCTIOn OUR GOAL 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. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Our Service and Support team is tasked with online and field support, repair, demo, commissioning, main- tenance contracts, and technical training for fixtures and systems.

  • Page 3: Safety Warnings And Notices

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual SAFETY WARNINGS AND NOTICES Read this user manual in full before attempting to install, operate or maintain the fi xture to which it relates. This user manual is intended to provide general guidance to such suitably qualifi ed personnel. Installation and opera- tion of the fi...
  • Page 4 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual CAUTION AGAINST DIRECT SUNLIGHT THROUGH FRONT LENS ASSEMBLY The design and nature of the front lens assembly in Vari-Lite LLC luminaires is to e ciently focus the light ener- gy from the luminaire’s lamp for maximum light output. •...

  • Page 5: Compliance Notice

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual COMPLIANCE NOTICE FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 6: How To Obtain Warranty Service

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE A copy of the Limited Warranty card was included in the shipping package for this product. To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-214-647-7880, or entertainment.service@ signify.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service. You will need to provide the model and serial number of the item being returned, a description of the problem or failure and the name of the registered user or organization.
  • Page 7 advancements in mechanical design to ensure that even with an IP65 weatherproof rating, the weight and size remain closer to an IP20 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual (non-weatherproof) fixture. With a 1000W monochromatic light engine and producing 85,000 source lumens, the VL3600’s huge output power is ready to light the show from any distance in any 1 ...

  • Page 8: Installation And Setup

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual 2  InsTallaTIOn & seTuP POWER AND DATA CABLING REQUIREMENTS CONNECTING POWER This fixture requires standard AC power distribution from 120-240VAC, 50/60 Hz. Current required depends on the AC supply voltage and product model NOTE: The mating True1 IP 65 compatible connector is supplied; however, you will need to purchase or con- struct a cable appropriate for your application.

  • Page 9: Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DATA CABLE - DMX512/RDM 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-pin, male XLR connector. When purchasing or constructing data cable, it is important that not only the correct cable type be used, but also quality cable to ensure a reliable DMX512 system.

  • Page 10: Termination Connector

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual TAbLE 2. RECOMMENDED CAbLES TYPE PAIRS ZΩ* JACKET TEMP (°F) TEMP (°C) BELDEN CABLES 1215a IBm Type 6 Office cable 1269a PTFe 22 (solid) High Temp, Plenum cable 8102 ul2919 8132 ul2919 8162 ul2493 82729 PTFe High Temp, Plenum cable 88102 PTFe...

  • Page 11: Hanging The Fixture

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual HANGING THE FIXTURE Mega Claw Truss Hook The VL3600 Profile IP can be hung horizontally or 45° vertically from any (not provided) structure designed to work with the type of load created by this moving luminaire.
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  • Page 13: Floor Mounting

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual FLOOR MOUNTING 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.

  • Page 14: Power-Up Procedure

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual POWERING UP POWER-UP PROCEDURE When AC power is applied, the luminaire immediately begins a calibration sequence. Pan and Tilt will either move direct to the home position or to the current DMX values depending on menu settings. The internal color and beam mechanisms will also move through a full range of motion.

  • Page 15: Transportation And Shipping Case Requirements

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Program starting address in Battery Mode: • To activate menu in Battery Mode when the fixture is not connected to a power source, touch and hold the MENU button, and at same time press and hold the battery enable button on the rear. Once the screen boots you can release both and access menu normally.

  • Page 16: Color Wheel

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual 3  OPeraTIOn COLOR WHEEL The VL3600 Profile IP contains two fixed color wheels. One holds the normal fixed colors and the second the color adjustments (CRI Booster, 1/4 and 1/2 Minus Green and CTB). Note: Fixed colors can only be changed by an authorized service center. Color Wheel 1 Color Adjustment Color Wheel 2...

  • Page 17: Gobo Wheel

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual GOBO WHEEL The VL3600 Profile IP accommodates glass gobos. There are two wheels, with Gobo Wheel 1 offering 10 fixed gobos plus one open position and Gobo Wheel 2 offering 7 rotatable, indexable gobos plus one open position. GOBO CENTER OF SLOT...
  • Page 18 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual INDEX ROTATION MEGA STEPPING GOBO CENTER OF CENTER OF CENTER OF SLOT DMX RANGE DMX RANGE DMX RANGE IMAGE IMAGE IMAGE 6 - 10 46 - 50 86 - 90 11 - 15 51 - 55 91 - 95 16 - 20 56 - 60...
  • Page 19 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual REMOVE AND INSTALL LUMINAIRE COVERS WARNING: This procedure should only be performed by authorized service personnel. Refer to the VL3600 Profile IP Service Manual for additional details. VL3600 Profile IP luminaires require special attention when the removal of any covers is required. The seals must be inspected, and care taken when replacing the covers.
  • Page 20 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual REPLACE A ROTATING GOBO to replace a rotating gobo (see below): Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2. Remove top and bottom head covers as described on previous page. Step 3. Remove the 4 screws and disconnect the DB Plug at A. Step 4.
  • Page 21 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual gobo/spring into the carrier, carefully remove it before removing the spring to avoid damage to the gobo. Step 7. Do not touch the surface of the gobo with bare fingers (wear gloves). Put the gobo and the spring back into the carrier, aligning the mark on the gobo with the mark on the carrier as shown in F.
  • Page 22 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Step 9. Insert the gobo holder back into the rotating gobo wheel ensuring the timing mark on the gobo carri- er aligns with the timing mark on the sun gear. Step 10. Replace the gobo wheel on the bulkhead and re-install in fixture. Follow instructions on replacing the covers.

  • Page 23: Dmx Operation

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual gobo. Step 6. Do not touch the surface of the gobo with bare fingers (wear gloves). Put the gobo and the spring back into the carrier, aligning the mark on the gobo with the mark on the carrier as shown in D. The coated side should face upwards.

  • Page 24: Dmx Channel

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX MAPS The 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. DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT...
  • Page 25 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) 0 - 255 0 - 5 linear movement using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 linear movement using normal (longest) path. 11 - 15 Wheel spin CW (Forward) 16 - 20 Wheel spin sTOP...
  • Page 26 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) 8-bit control of Gobo Wheel 2. see channel 21 for Index/rotation 0 - 255 see channel 23 for control options. 0 - 5 Open - no Gobo 6 - 10 Gobo 1 night sky Index 11 - 15...
  • Page 27 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) used as a control channel for diff erent movement 0 - 255 options for Gobo Wheel 2 (Channel 20) 0 - 5 Gobo selection using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 Gobo selection using normal (longest) path.
  • Page 28 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) used as a control channel for diff erent movement 0 - 255 options for Gobo Wheel 3 (24) 0 - 5 Gobo selection using shortest (quickest) path. 6 - 10 Gobo selection using normal (longest) path.
  • Page 29 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) Prism 1 0 - 65535 16-bit control of prism rotation and index. (Index/rotate) 0 - 32756 rotate Fast to slow <<< High Byte 32767 32757 - 32780 rotation sTOP low Byte...
  • Page 30 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) Functions do not require 3 second DmX rule. mode will change once DmX level is reached 0-40 Idle 41 - 45 Dimming Curve linear 46 - 50 Dimming Curve s-Curve 51 - 55...
  • Page 31 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION 16-BIT 16-BIT EXTENDED (DEFAULT) Dynamically control fan speed vs leD Output 0 - 255 operation. Control values as follows . . . automatic fan/output adjustment (Default) linear control of fan speed and leD max output* DmX 5 =Highest Constant Fan speed (standard Fan Control mode)
  • Page 32 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Timing Channel Values % VALUES TIME (SEC) % VALUES TIME (SEC) % VALUES TIME (SEC) Full speed 10.2 10.4 10.6 w w w.va r i - l i t e .c o m...
  • Page 33 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Timing Channel Values - continued % VALUES TIME (SEC) % VALUES TIME (SEC) % VALUES TIME (SEC) Follows Cue Data w w w.va r i - l i t e .c o m...

  • Page 38: Menu Functions

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual 4  OPeraTIOn MENU FUNCTIONS To access the menu, touch the MENU button. Then use the ARROW buttons to navigate through the menu items in the list. Touch ENTER to select. Repeat as needed to move through the menu lists. Once you have reached your desired selection, use the ARROW buttons to choose or set desired setting and then touch ENTER to store.
  • Page 39 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Address Address 001 to 459 or 464 Configure LED Hours xxxxxx h Square Law* Dimming Curve S Curve Linear Dim Snap Snap On Snap O * Output Mode Standard* Studio Whisper Fan Mode Auto* 900Hz 910Hz 920Hz 930Hz...
  • Page 40 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Configure LED - continued Gamma Shift 2.00* Continued 2.10 2.20 2.30 2.40 2.50 2.60 2.70 2.80 Movement Pan/Tilt Enable* Disable Side Hang Enable Disable* Cal-Position Home* Display Orientation Down 30 Sec* On time 5 Min 10 Min Focus Track# Enable...
  • Page 41 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Fixture Status No Errors or displays a list of errors ReCal (Fixture) Are You Sure? Reboot Fixture Are You Sure? Version MM/DD/YY Fixture Hours xxxxxxh Crossload (Software) Send Service Service Settings Authorized use Only See Service Manual No USB Device or Log File# Are you sure?
  • Page 42 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Test Test Channel Gobo Wheel 1 Run Gobo1 test Continued Continued Gobo Wheel 2 Run Gobo2 test Run Gobo3 test Gobo Wheel 3 Iris Run Iris test Frame1A Run Frame1A test Frame1B Run Frame1B test Frame2A Run Frame2A test Frame2B...

  • Page 43: Menu System

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Manual Edit Settings Movement Edit Preset None Are You Sure? Continued Continued Shape Continued Figure 8 Are You Sure? Are You Sure? Line Are You Sure? Speed Slow Medium* Fast Size Small Medium* Large Store 1 thru 20 Are you Sure? Clear...

  • Page 44: Status Bar

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual menu BaTTerY OPeraTIOn The menu system utilizes a battery powered system for operation when the luminaire is not connected to power. The primary purpose of this mode is to allow basic setup and configuration of the luminaire. to enable the battery operation of the menu system: •...

  • Page 45: Dimming Curve

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual CONFIGURE This menu allows for viewing the LED engine hours, setting the dimming curve, dim snap, output mode, fan mode, refresh rate, and gamma. LED Engine Hours Displays the current LED engine hours. Dimming Curve Select from Linear, S-Curve and Square Law.
  • Page 46 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual CAL-POSITION Home During calibration, pan and tilt will move to the center (50%) of travel. Once calibration has completed, the fixture will move to the current DMX value of pan and tilt. During calibration, pan and tilt will move directly to the current DMX value of pan and tilt. DISPLAY Orientation Sets the orientation of the display.

  • Page 47: Invert Tilt

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual DATA Allows the current DMX value present on each of the luminaire’s DMX channels to be viewed. PAN/TILT Swap Pan/Tilt Choose ON to have the pan mechanism controlled via the tilt DMX channels and vice versa. OFF be- haves normally.
  • Page 48 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Ethernet Mask IP Allows you to set you Ethernet Sub-Net Mask if using a manual IP address. DMX FAIL DMX Hold If DMX is lost, fixture will maintain its present state until DMX is restored. Blackout If DMX is lost, fixture will go to blackout until DMX is restored.
  • Page 49 VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Restore Config Allows the configuration that was saved to the USB in another fixture to be loaded into this fixture. Note the Config needs to have already been loaded onto the USB drive (see previous). Save Presets Stores the current presets on the USB drive.

  • Page 50: Edit Settings

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual Selects the preset (1 to 20) that will be played back after power up if enabled. Preset Intensity Selects the master intensity of a preset being played back (0 to 255). Priority Choose Preset if you always want a preset to playback. Choose DMX if you only want a preset to play- back if there is no DMX present.

  • Page 51: Care And Maintenance

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual APPENDIX A  Care anD maInTenanCe TROUBLESHOOTING The following are a few common problems that may occur during operation. the unit does not work; light and fan do not turn on • Check the connection of power and main fuse. •...

  • Page 52: Fan Speed And Control

    VL3600 PROFILE IP user manual APPENDIX B  Fan sPeeD anD COnTrOl ADDENDUM FAN SPEED AND CONTROL All Vari-Lite luminaires will be governed by the same fan speed vs. noise levels. vs. maximum power output rules as detailed below. The noise related to these levels will conform to the Noise Criteria levels, details of which are contained within this document.
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  • Page 54: Technical Support

    TECHNICAL GLOBAL 24HR TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Call: +1 214 647 7880 SUPPORT entertainment.service@signify.com NORTH AMERICA SUPPORT: Call: 877-VARI-LITE (877-827-4583) entertainment.service@signify.com EUROPEAN CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER: Call: +31 (0) 543 542 531 entertainment.europe@signify.com ©2023 Signify Holding. All rights reserved. All trademarks are owned by Signify Holding or their respective owners. The information pro- vided herein is subject to change, without notice.

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