Summary of Contents for Philips VL500 Wash Luminaires
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL ® VARI❋LITE is a trademark owned by Genlyte Thomas Group LLC and is registered in the United States and other countries. VL500™ (and the individual product designations), VL1000™, VL2000™, VL2201™, VL2202™, VL2400™ (and the ™...
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BTAIN ARRANTY ERVICE How To Obtain Warranty Service A copy of the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this VARI❋LITE® product. To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548) or customerservice@genlytecontrols.com and request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty service.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Compliance Notice 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.
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AFETY OTICE Safety Notice It is extremely important to read ALL safety information and instructions provided in this manual and any accompanying documentation before installing and operating the products described herein. Heed all cautions and warnings during installation and use of this product.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION 1. Many VARI❋LITE® luminaires use an HID type 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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ICHERHEITSHINWEISE 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. Folgende Sicherheitssymbole werden in diesem Handbuch verwendet: VORSICHT - weist auf möglichen Produktschaden hin.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 2. Es ist gefährlich, Leuchten ohne Linsen oder Blenden zu bedienen. Blenden, Linsen oder Ultraviolettschirme müssen ausgetauscht werden, sofern deren Schutzwirkung durch sichtbare Beschädigung (z. B. Sprünge oder Schrammen) eingeschränkt ist. WARNUNG: HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN 1.
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OTES DE SÉCURITÉ 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® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL AVERTISSEMENT: DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE UNE EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX RAYONS UV 1. Plusieurs luminaires VARI❋LITE® utilisent une lampe de type HID qui produit des rayons UV. NE PAS fixer son regard sur la lampe. 2.
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VISO SOBRE EGURIDAD 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.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL 2. Es peligroso operar luminarias sin lentes o protectores. Debe cambiar los protectores, lentes o pantallas ultravioletas si se aprecia que han sido dañadas, y que su efectividad pudiera estar deteriorada. Por ejemplo, si tuvieran rajaduras o raspaduras profundas. ADVERTENCIA: INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTRA LESIONES DE PERSONAS 1.
ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction Disclosure ........................1 About This Manual ...................... 1 Additional Documentation................... 1 Customer Service ......................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Product Features......................4 Model Specific Features ....................5 Component Descriptions External Luminaire Components ................. 7 Luminaire Internal Head Components.................
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Lamp Life......................23 Solid State Electronics....................24 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) ................24 Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)................24 Maintenance Procedures Lamp Replacement - Incandescent................25 Lamp Replacement - Arc.................... 27 Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance............. 29 Front Glass Replacement....................
NTRODUCTION Introduction Disclosure This technical manual is confidential property of Vari-Lite. All information contained herein is the sole and exclusive property of Vari-Lite and may not be used, disclosed, or reproduced in any manner without the prior written consent of Vari-Lite. WARNING: It is important to read ALL accompanying safety instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or others.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL A user’s manual is available for installation and operation of the VL500™ wash luminaire. This manual is available in electronic (PDF) format. VL500™ Luminaire User’s Manual (02.9685.0001). ■ ❋ Technical bulletins concerning the latest changes to VARI LITE®...
HAPTER Description This chapter provides an overview of luminaire features, components and operations. • Features • Component Descriptions • Principles of Operation 02. 96 85. 001 0 A 21-May-2009...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Features Product Features VL500™ Wash Luminaire have the following features: Color Enhanced DICHRO❋TUNE radial color changing mechanism featuring independent magenta, blue, and amber color control capable of smooth, timed color crossfades or changes. Pastel (Dichroic Glass) Option: As an option, all versions of the VL500™...
ESCRIPTION Model Specific Features Each individual configuration has the following specific features: VL500 Wash Luminaire (20.9685.0001) • 120V (or 240V), 1200W (or 1000W) Tungsten Halogen lamp source. • Standard color dichroic glass DICHRO❋TUNE color system. VL500 Wash Luminaire (20.9685.0011) • 120V (or 240V), 1200W (or 1000W) Tungsten Halogen lamp source.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL VL500 80V Wash Luminaire (20.9685.0014) • 80V, 1200W Tungsten Halogen lamp source. • Pastel color dichroic glass DICHRO❋TUNE color system. • 80V on-board dimmer. VL500A Wash Luminaire (20.9685.0006) • 700W arc lamp source with external ballast unit. •...
ESCRIPTION Component Descriptions External Luminaire Components The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls. Input Panel Connections Mini XLR for Remote Lamp Power Data Thru 3-Pole Neutrik Input Cable Data In Locking Connector for AC Input Input Panel Base Provides DMX In and Provides hook mounting...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Luminaire Internal Head Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies that are located in the luminaire head assembly. Note: Yoke assembly not shown for clarity. Amber/Diffuser Assembly (Tungsten Models) ™ DICHRO❋TUNE color bulkhead - 16-radially mounted diffuser panels for beam control and Magenta/Blue Assembly (All Models) amber dichroic glass for color mixing.
ESCRIPTION Luminaire Yoke Components The following illustration shows the major sub-assemblies that are located in the luminaire yoke assembly. Note: Head assembly not shown for clarity. Tilt Mechanism Yoke Arm Cover (Power Supply Side) Main Controller PCB Luminaire control circuit board. Power Supply Side Yoke Arm Cover VL500 Models (120V or 240V)
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Luminaire Yoke Components (continued) The following illustrations show additional model variations for the power supply side of the luminaire yoke assembly. VL500D Models (120V or 240V) Pan Mechanism IGBT Dimmer Yoke Arm Cover 120W Power Supply Supplies power to electronic and motor...
ESCRIPTION Arc Ballast Unit An external ballast unit is included with VL500A arc models. In this case, the lamp power input cable is already connectorized for use with this unit. The following illustration shows the external arc ballast components. Truss Hook Mount Used to attach a truss hook.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Principles of Operation VL500 Incandescent Luminaires VL500 Incandescent Block Diagram - Without On-Board IGBT Dimmer (120V or 240V) Tilt Motor Motor Tilt Encoder Encoder VL500 Main Control Board (MCB) Magenta Motor Thermal Display Blue Switch Motor...
ESCRIPTION VL500D Incandescent Luminaires VL500D Incandescent Block Diagram - With On-Board IGBT Dimmer (120V or 240V) Tilt Motor Motor Tilt Encoder Encoder VL500 Main Control Board (MCB) Magenta Motor Thermal Display Blue Switch Motor Remote Conn. Amber Thru In Motor IGBT Diffuser Terminal...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL VL500 80V Incandescent Luminaires VL500 80V Incandescent Block Diagram - With On-Board 80V Dimmer Tilt Motor Motor Tilt Encoder Encoder VL500 Main Control Board (MCB) Magenta Motor Ferrite Core Thermal Display Blue Switch Motor Remote Conn.
ESCRIPTION VL500A Luminaire VL500A Arc Block Diagram - With External Arc Ballast Backcap Lamp Interlock Tilt Motor Motor ARC Ballast Ignitor Relay Tilt Encoder Encoder VL500 Main Control Board (MCB) Magenta Motor Thermal Display Blue Switch Motor Remote Conn. Amber Thru In Motor Dimmer...
HAPTER Maintenance This chapter contains test, service, and standard maintenance procedures. • Testing • Equipment Handling • 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 operation.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Testing Running Parameter Tests The luminaire is capable of running self tests by using the TEST menu functions. For “Diagnostic Tests” on page 20 complete details and values for each test refer to When running tests on multiple luminaires, a DMX termination connector is required at the last luminaire in the chain.
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AINTENANCE Movement Disable The Movement option allows pan and tilt to be disabled so that the luminaire can be placed in any position for testing without movement occurring. In order to regain full control of the luminaire, Movement will need to be enabled after testing. Note: When using the Movement option, pan and tilt will be disabled for all the luminaires that are linked.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Diagnostic Tests The following diagnostic tests are available in the test menu. Test Descriptions All Seq....Tests all functions in sequential order. Pan/Tilt ....Tests different pan and tilt movements. Pan...... Tests different pan movements. Tilt......
AINTENANCE Test Menu System Chart The following table shows all the tests that can be performed by accessing the tests via the luminaire’s on-board tech display. Table 2-1: VL500 Test Menu System Chart 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5thLevel Test ** ALL SEQ Sequence Through All...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Lamp Hours Progress Bar (Arc Models Only) For arc models, there is a Lamp Hours Progress Bar representing lamp hours used on the lamp. It is tied directly to the lamp hours within the MCB. The bar, when fully extended across the Figure 2 full width of the menu display, represents 750 lamp hours (as indicated in Resetting lamp hours will reset the progress bar.
AINTENANCE Equipment Handling Below are some basic tips and information on handling VL500 luminaires and their associated components. Locations/Use ❋ VARI LITE luminaires are designed for dry locations only. Exposure to rain or moisture (including, but not limited to, fog machines, misters, etc.) may damage luminaires. Lamps Servicing •...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL • When the lamp is struck, the luminaire should be maintained in a horizontal position when not in use. • For arc lamp luminaires, heads should be tilted horizontal before starting lamps. Lamps generate light by an electrical discharge arc, whereby the electrons from two electrodes excite the fill components to give off light.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Lamp Replacement - Incandescent (continued) WARNING: Wear cotton gloves or other covering while servicing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life. If required, use alcohol and soft, lint-free cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of lamp.
AINTENANCE Lamp Replacement - Arc Parts: 71.9685.0702 1 EA MSR700/2, 700 WATT MSR ARC LAMP Tools: • Cotton gloves or finger cots. WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace arc lamp: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. WARNING: Lamps will be extremely HOT after operation.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Lamp Replacement - Arc (continued) WARNING: Wear cotton gloves or other covering while servicing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and may cause the lamp to explode or reduce lamp life. If required, use alcohol and soft, lint-free cloth to thoroughly clean glass portion of lamp.
AINTENANCE Align Lamp For Maximum Beam Irradiance After a new lamp is installed in a VL500A luminaire, it will be necessary to align the lamp to optimize the beam. Tools: • #1 Phillips Screwdriver • 1/4" Nutdriver • Cotton Gloves or Finger Cots •...
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Step 5. Ensure the following: a. Reflector is mounted in center of rear casting and secure enough to prevent it from moving. If not, at three reflector mounting clips, using #1 Phillips screw- driver, remove three 6-32x1/8"...
AINTENANCE Front Glass Replacement Parts: As needed: 42.9685.0201 1 EA GLASS, FRONT, CLEAR 42.9685.0207 1 EA GLASS, FRONT, STIPPLE 42.9685.0203 1 EA GLASS, FRONT, MED. FLOOD 8-ROW LENT. 42.9685.0206 1 EA GLASS, FRONT, MED. FLOOD 10-ROW LENT. 42.9685.0204 1 EA GLASS, FRONT, MED.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Front Glass Replacement (continued) CAUTION: Wear thick, protective gloves or other protective covering while handling front lens. The lens is extremely fragile and can break if too much force is applied. If dirty, clean with isopropyl alcohol and a soft, lint-free cloth.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Magenta/Blue DICHRO*TUNE Rear Bulkhead Replacement (continued) Step 5. At top cover, remove two (or four, depending on production date) 6-32x1/4" PPB SEMS screws. Step 6. Remove top cover. Step 7. Disconnect wiring at two linear actuators on Magenta/Blue DICHRO*TUNE Bulkhead.
AINTENANCE Amber/Diffuser (or Dimmer) DICHRO*TUNE Front Bulkhead Replacement Parts: 21.9685.0171 1 EA ASSY, AMBER/DIFFUSER (INCANDESCENT MODELS) 21.9685.0172 1 EA ASSY, AMBER/DIMMER (ARC MODELS) Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver To remove and replace Amber/Diffuser (or Dimmer) bulkhead assembly: Step 1. CLOSE ALL GLASS IN BULKHEADS - Power up unit and allow all DICHRO*TUNE glass to calibrate.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Amber/Diffuser (or Dimmer) DICHRO*TUNE Front Bulkhead Replacement (continued) Step 7. Disconnect wiring at two linear actuators on Amber/Diffuser (or Dimmer) DICHRO*TUNE Front Bulkhead. Figure 11 Step 8. As shown in , at side rails from top, remove four 6-32x3/8" LG PPZ SEMS screws.
AINTENANCE Color Filter and Diffuser Panel Replacement Parts: 22.9685.0122 16 EA ASSY, FILTER, MAGENTA, DICHRO*TUNE (STD) 22.9685.0123 16 EA ASSY, FILTER, BLUE, DICHRO*TUNE (STD) 22.9685.0120 16 EA ASSY, FILTER, MAGENTA, DICHRO*TUNE (PASTEL) 22.9685.0121 16 EA ASSY, FILTER, BLUE, DICHRO*TUNE (PASTEL) 22.9685.0124 16 EA ASSY, FILTER, AMBER, DICHRO*TUNE...
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Color Filter and Diffuser Panel Removal (contin- ued) Step 6. Disconnect actuator screw from Swivel Coupler using tweaker screwdriver by carefully prying apart from Drive Ring Link. Color Filter/ Pad Lip Diffuser Panel Silicone Pad Insert Filter Carrier Pin...
AINTENANCE Linear Actuator Motor Replacement (Magenta/ Blue Bulkhead) Parts: 44.9685.0230 2 EA MOTOR, LINEAR, 0.002"/STEP Tools: • #1 Phillips Screwdriver • #2 Phillips Screwdriver • #2 Slotted Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace linear actuator motor assembly: Step 1.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Step 5. At linear actuator motor to be replaced on Magenta/Blue assembly, disconnect wiring at both motors. Step 6. Remove linear actuator motor assembly as follows: a. At linear actuator motor assembly, using #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove three 4-40x1/4"...
AINTENANCE Linear Actuator Motor Replacement (Amber/Dif- fuser [or Dimmer] Bulkhead) Parts: 44.9685.0230 2 EA MOTOR, LINEAR, 0.002"/STEP Tools: • #1 Phillips Screwdriver • #2 Phillips Screwdriver • #2 Slotted Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace linear actuator motor assembly: Step 1.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Step 5. At linear actuator motor to be replaced on Amber/Diffuser (or Dimmer) assembly, disconnect wiring at both motors. Step 6. Remove linear actuator motor assembly as follows: a. At linear actuator motor assembly, using #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove three 4-40x1/4"...
AINTENANCE Incandescent Lamp Socket Assembly (VL500 and VL500D Only) Replacement Parts: 23.9685.0780 1 EA ASSY, LAMP SOCKET (VL500 AND VL500D ONLY) Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver • 1/4" Hex Nutdriver To remove and replace lamp socket assembly: Step 1. CLOSE ALL GLASS IN BULKHEADS - Power up unit and allow all DICHRO*TUNE glass to calibrate.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Figure 20 Step 9. As indicated in , at light baffle, remove three 6-32x1/8" PPB screws. Backcap Light Leak Foam Lamp Socket Reflector Light Baffle 6-32x1/4" PPZ Screws (x2) 8-32x1/2" PPZ SEM Screws (x4) Reflector Clips (x3) 1/4"...
AINTENANCE Arc Lamp Socket Assembly (VL500A and VL500 80V Only) Replacement Parts: 23.9685.0780 1 EA ASSY, LAMP SOCKET (VL500 AND VL500D ONLY) Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver • 1/4" Hex Nutdriver • 5/64" Allen Wrench To remove and replace lamp socket assembly: Step 1.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Step 8. Using soft cloth to protect lamp, remove lamp from socket. Figure 22 Step 9. As indicated in , at light baffle, remove three 6-32x1/8" PPB screws. 10-32x1-1/2" PPB Screws VL500A Only 10-32x1"...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Main Control PCB/Fan Assembly Replacement Parts: 21.9685.0731 1 EA ASSY, VL500 MAIN CONTROL PCB/FAN Tools: • 1/4" Hex Nutdriver • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace main control PCB/fan assembly: Step 1.
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AINTENANCE Main Control PCB/Fan Assembly Replacement (continued) Menu Display 6-32x1/4" PPB (x4) Yoke Arm Cover 1/4" Hex (9/32" Long) Standoff (x4) Display PCB 1/4" Hex (13/16" Long) Standoff (x4) Main Control PCB Main Control PCB NOTE: Some components not shown for clarity. Figure 24: Main Control PCB/Fan Replacement Step 7.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Low Voltage Supply (LVS) Replacement (VL500/ VL500D/VL500A Only) Parts: 69.3178.0121 1 EA POWER SUPPLY, 120W, 24VDC Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: With power applied, LIVE AC is present at heatsink. Do not touch when unit is powered.
AINTENANCE Low Voltage Supply (LVS) Temperature PCB Replacement (VL500/VL500D/VL500A Only) Parts: 24.9685.0740 1 EA TEMPERATURE BOARD, LVS Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: With power applied, LIVE AC is present at heatsink. Do not touch when unit is powered.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Low Voltage Supply (LVS) Replacement (VL500 80V Only) Parts: 69.3178.0121 1 EA POWER SUPPLY, 120W, 24VDC Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: With power applied, LIVE AC is present at heatsink. Do not touch when unit is powered.
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AINTENANCE Step 5. Remove LVS Temperature Sensor PCB by following “Low Voltage Supply (LVS) Temperature PCB Replacement (VL500 80V Only)” on page 56 Step 6. Disconnect the following wiring connections: a. 3-position connector (AC Input) b. 6-position MTA connector (DC Output) Figure 27 Step 7.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Low Voltage Supply (LVS) Temperature PCB Replacement (VL500 80V Only) Parts: 24.9685.0740 1 EA TEMPERATURE BOARD, LVS Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: With power applied, LIVE AC is present at heatsink. Do not touch when unit is powered.
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AINTENANCE Step 4. Disconnect the following wiring connections on PCB: a. 2-position connector (LVS Fan) b. 4-position connector (LVS Fan from MCB) Figure 28 Step 5. As shown in , remove one 6-32x3/8" PPZ securing LVS Temperature PCB to LVS fan mount. Step 6.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Tilt Motor Assembly Replacement Parts: 21.9685.0540 1 EA ASSY, PAN/TILT MOTOR Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver • Diagonal Cutters WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace tilt motor assembly: Step 1.
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AINTENANCE Step 7. Loosen (do NOT remove) four 8-32x7/16" PPZ screws that mount Pan/Tilt motor assembly to Tilt Motor Slide Plate. Tilt Motor Assembly NOTE: Some components not shown for clarity. 8-32x7/16" PPZ Tilt Motor Assembly Tilt Motor Slide Plate Yoke Arm Cover 8-32x7/16"...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Pan Motor Assembly Replacement Parts: 21.9685.0540 1 EA ASSY, PAN/TILT MOTOR Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace pan motor assembly: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
AINTENANCE Pan/Tilt Encoder PCB Replacement Parts: 24.9685.7735 1 EA BOARD ASSY, PAN/TILT ENCODER Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace pan/tilt encoder PCB: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
AINTENANCE 80V Dimmer Replacement - VL500 80V Only Parts: 21.9685.2750 1 EA ASSY, 80V DIMMER Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace 80V dimmer: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Step 2.
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL NOTE: Some components not shown for clarity. 6-32x3/8" PTB Screws (x4) Yoke Arm Cover (Dimmer Side) 6-32x3/8" PPZ Screws (x4) 80V Dimmer Figure 34: 80V Dimmer Replacement (VL500 80V only) Step 7. Replace 80V Dimmer by performing Steps 2 through 6 in reverse. 21-May-2009 02 .9 685 .00 10 A...
AINTENANCE Arc Ballast Replacement (VL500A Only) Parts: 21.9685.0802 1 EA ASSY, BALLAST, 700W Tools: • None WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace arc ballast dimmer: Step 1. Disconnect luminaire AC input cable from power source. Note: The Arc Ballast Unit is separate from the luminaire.
AINTENANCE AC Input (PowerCon) Connector Replacement Parts: 25.9685.0756 1 EA CONNECTOR, AC INPUT (POWERCON) Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace AC input (PowerCon) connector: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2.
AINTENANCE DMX PCB Assembly Replacement Parts: 24.9663.3895 1 EA ASSY, DMX INPUT PCB Tools: • #2 Phillips Screwdriver WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. To remove and replace DMX PCB assembly: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2. Position light to access top of pan tube assembly. Figure 38 Step 3.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Cleaning Optical Lenses and Filters WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing maintenance. WARNING: Acetone is a harsh cleaning agent and solvent. Acetone is very flammable. Please handle acetone according to manufacturer’s safety instructions and precautions. The front lens, optics/color filters, and reflector may require cleaning after extended use.
HAPTER Illustrated Parts Breakdown This chapter contains illustrated parts breakdowns for all VL500™ wash luminaire assemblies including the arc ballast unit. • Drawing Trees • Top Assembly • Head Assembly • Yoke Assembly • Cables • Arc Ballast Assembly Note: The following abbreviations are used to identify parts specific to certain models.
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Drawing Trees VL500 and VL500D Incandescent Luminaires VL500 (120V or 240V) Luminaire Incandescent Versions 20.9685.0001 Rev G (Standard DICRO*TUNE Colors) 20.9685.0011 Rev B (Pastel DICRO*TUNE Colors) 20.9685.0002 Rev F (Standard DICRO*TUNE Colors) 20.9685.0012 Rev B (Pastel DICRO*TUNE Colors) 20.9685.0003 Rev F (Standard DICRO*TUNE Colors) 20.9685.0013 Rev B (Pastel DICRO*TUNE Colors)
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LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 and VL500D Incandescent Luminaires (continued) continued from previous page continued from previous page VL500 Amber/Diffuser Color VL500 Yoke Assembly Assembly 21.9685.0520 (VL500) Rev U 21.9685.0171 Rev G 21.9685.0521 (VL500D) Rev U Top Bulkhead Assembly Arc Yoke Lamp Cable Assembly 21.9685.0151 Rev C (VL500A) 25.9685.0790 Rev J (VL500 and...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Top Assembly Included Items Kit 28.9685.0001 Rev G (120V or 240V, Standard Colors, No Dimmer) 28.9685.0002 Rev G (Standard Colors, 120V IGBT On-Board Dimmer) 28.9685.0003 Rev G (Standard Colors, 240V IGBT On-Board Dimmer) 28.9685.0004 Rev G (Standard Colors, 80V On-Board Dimmer) 28.9685.0006 Rev G (700W Arc, Standard Colors, Arc Ballast) Refer to...
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LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN Included Items Kit (continued) (Arc Models Only) (Arc Models Only) Figure 3-7: Included Items Kit 02. 96 85. 001 0 A 21-May-2009...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Label Locations 16.9685.00YY Rev D Refer to Figure 3-8. Note: (CLR) = Clear labels - for use with non-black fixtures. Item Qty. Description 04.9661.0034 LABEL, RELAMPING - 2000 SERIES 04.9663.1837 LABEL, PATENT 04.9685.0911 LABEL, WARNING VL500 04.9685.0911.00 LABEL, WARNING VL500 (CLR)
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LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN Item Qty. Description 04.9685.0920 LABEL, AC INPUT RATING (VL500 MODELS ONLY) 04.9685.0920.00 LABEL, AC INPUT RATING (CLR) (VL500 MODELS ONLY) 04.9685.0921 LABEL, AC INPUT RATING (VL500 PASTEL MODELS ONLY) 04.9685.0921.00 LABEL, AC INPUT RATING (CLR) (VL500 PASTEL MODELS ONLY) 04.9685.0922 LABEL, AC INPUT RATING (VL500D 120V MODELS ONLY) 04.9685.0922.00...
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Label Locations (continued) (VL500 Models Only) (Non-Arc Models Only) (Non-Arc Models Only) 10911 PETAL STREET LI ST DALLAS, TX. 75238 U.S.A. − NOT FOR RESIDENTIAL USE Vari-Lite, Inc. 1.877.VARILITE IMPROPERE A L’USAGE DOMESTIQUE WWW.VARI−LITE.COM SUITABLE FOR DRY LOCATIONS ONLY.
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN Generic VL500 Luminaire Assembly 21.9685.0010 Rev S (Incandescent - without Internal Dimmer) 21.9685.0011 Rev S (Incandescent - with Internal IGBT Dimmer) 21.9685.0012 Rev S (Incandescent - with Internal 80V Dimmer) 21.9685.0013 Rev S (Arc) Refer to Figure 3-14, Figure 3-15, and...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN Head Assembly VL500 Generic Head Assembly 21.9685.0310 (VL500 and VL500D) Rev K 21.9685.0311 (VL500A) Rev K 21.9685.0312 (VL500 80V) Rev K Refer to Figure 3-17, Figure 3-18, and Figure 3-19. Item Qty. Description 10.9634.0162 2.125 GASKET, LENS, FRONT CASTING 10.9685.0340 SUPPORT, RIB 10.9685.0344...
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VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL VL500 Generic Head Assembly (continued) (x2) (x4) (x2) (x2) (x4) Figure 3-17: VL500 Generic Head Assembly (VL500 and VL500D) 21-May-2009 02 .9 685 .00 10 A...
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LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 Generic Head Assembly (continued) (x2) (x2) (x4) (x2) (x2) (x4) Figure 3-18: VL500 Generic Head Assembly (VL500A) 02. 96 85. 001 0 A 21-May-2009...
VARI❋LITE® - VL500™ L UMINAIRE ERVICE ANUAL Drive Ring Assembly 21.9685.0251 Rev D Refer to Figure 3-36. Item Qty. Description 10.9634.0105 LINK, SWIVEL 10.9685.7240 ROLLER, DRIVE RING 22.9685.0238 RING, DRIVE, WITH PINS 53.5554.0875 SCREW, 4-40X7/8" SET SS FLAT POINT 53.6659.0013 SCREW, 2-56X1/8"...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 Extra Hardware Kit 28.9685.0999 Rev 0 Note: This kit contains addtional US-standard hardware (that may be difficult to find outside North America). It is packaged into the foot of the fixture (underneath the pan tube cover). Refer to Figure 3-43.
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LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 Pan/Tilt Motor Assembly (continued) (x2) (x2) Detail A See Detail A (x4) (x4) Drive Pulley Detail & Installation Drive Pulley Installation: 0.090" from Pulley to Motor Step 1. Apply one drop of Loctite 603 to motor shaft. Step 2.
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN Cables Note: Cables are only available as complete assemblies. The information contained in this section is for reference only. Incandescent Power Input Cable Assembly 25.9663.2030 Rev A (VL500 Only) Refer to Figure 3-53. Item Qty. Description 52.6274.2313 STRAIN RELIEF, SKINTOP FLEX TYPE PG13 BLK 52.8231.0005 TERM, RING #6 BLUE 16-14 AWG REEL PIDG...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 Display (Remote) Cable Assembly 25.9685.0770 Rev B Refer to Figure 3-71. Item Qty. Description 10.9685.0536.01 ADAPTER PLATE, MINI XLR, BLACK 10.9685.0536.02 ADAPTER PLATE, MINI XLR, WHITE 52.6694.0002 CRIMP TERM, WIRE TO WIRE, MALE 52.6696.0003 PLUG, WIRE TO WIRE, 4-POS 53.6501.0002 CONN, MINI XLR, 4-PIN, PANEL MOUNT 73.2326.0123...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 Yoke DMX Communication Cable Assembly 25.9685.0774 Rev E Refer to Figure 3-75. Item Qty. Description 52.6234.0001 CONN HOUSING, 4 PIN MTA CLOSED END BLUE 52.6270.0002 CONN HOUSING, 5 PIN MTA CLOSED END BLUE 52.8311.0001 TERM., RING #6 26-22 AWG NON-INS TAPE 73.2326.0123 WIRE, 26 AWG 4-COND 300V 200DEGC (BLK-BRN-RED-ORN) UL1180...
LLUSTRATED ARTS REAKDOWN VL500 80V Yoke DMX Communication Cable Assembly 25.9685.0786 Rev A Refer to Figure 3-83. Item Qty. Description 52.6234.0001 CONN HOUSING, 4 PIN MTA CLOSED END BLUE 52.6270.0002 CONN HOUSING, 5 PIN MTA CLOSED END BLUE 52.8311.0001 TERM., RING #6 26-22 AWG NON-INS TAPE 73.2326.0123 3.17 WIRE, 26 AWG 4-COND 300V 200DEGC (BLK-BRN-RED-ORN)
PPENDIX Technical Bulletins and Notices VL500™ Wash Luminaire Technical Bulletins and Notices The following table identifies the current technical bulletins and notices associated with the VL500™ wash luminaire. If applicable, these improvements have been incorporated into this manual. Technical Bulletin Description or Notice S5K-001...