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Vari Lite VL3500 User Manual

Vari Lite VL3500
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VL3500
Wash Luminaire
02.9686.0010
Service Manual

Table of Contents

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Vari Lite VL3500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Color Temperature6000K
ZoomYes
FocusYes
Pan540°
Tilt270°
Pan/Tilt SpeedVariable
IrisYes
FrostYes
Control ProtocolDMX512
ReflectorEllipsoidal
Color MixingCMY
Gobo Wheel2 Gobo Wheels
DimmerYes
Weight94 lbs (42.6 kg)

Summary

How To Obtain Warranty Service

Compliance Notice

Safety Notice

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE

Guidelines for preventing fires related to lamp types and mounting.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Warnings about dry locations, power disconnection, and qualified personnel.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO UV RADIATION

Warnings about UV radiation and the need for lenses/shields.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST INJURY TO PERSONS

Precautions regarding hot surfaces, hot lamps, arc lamp hazards, and protective equipment.

RF INTERFERENCE

Warning about potential radio interference from Class A product.

Warnings and Cautions

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

List of display messages and their corresponding error explanations.

Introduction

About This Manual

Explains the manual's content, scope, and intended audience.

Additional Documentation

Lists related documents and resources for installation and operation.

Customer Service

How to Reach Us

Contact details for Vari-Lite customer service and authorized centers.

Additional Resources

Information on accessing further documentation and support via the website.

Technical Bulletins and Notices

CHAPTER 1. Description

Features

Details standard and specific features of the VL3500 Wash Luminaire.

Standard Features

Lists common features across VL3000 series luminaires.

Specific Features

Details features unique to the VL3500 Wash Luminaire.

Technical Specifications

Refers to the user's manual for detailed technical specifications.

Components

Identifies external luminaire components and controls.

External Luminaire Components

Illustrates and labels the external parts and controls of the luminaire.

Input Panel Components

Details the components found on the luminaire's input panel.

Beam Adjustment Controls

Identifies controls used for adjusting the luminaire's beam.

VL3500 Wash Luminaire Head and Yoke Components

Color Assembly

Describes the components of the color mixing and correction system.

Optics Assembly

Details the zoom lenses and Vari*Brite mechanism.

Main Controller Board (MCB)

Identifies the luminaire's main control circuit board.

Yoke Assembly

Covers the yoke structure and associated components.

Backend Assembly

Houses lamp adjustment controls and related parts.

Enclosure Assembly

Refers to page 7 for details on the enclosure assembly.

Enclosure Components

Enclosure Top Covers

Identifies the top covers of the enclosure.

1500W Arc Ballast Module

Details the ballast module for the arc lamp.

Power Supply

Covers the luminaire's power supply unit.

Input Panel Assembly

Contains the DMX input and menu display components.

AC Input Cable

Describes the AC power connection requirements.

CHAPTER 2. Maintenance

Testing

Luminaire self-tests and calibration sequence.

Troubleshooting

Error messages and troubleshooting guide for common issues.

Error Messages

List of display messages and their corresponding error explanations.

Maintenance Procedures

Step-by-step procedures for component replacement and maintenance.

Lamp Replacement

Procedure for removing and installing the luminaire lamp.

Align Lamp

Steps to align the lamp for optimal beam output after installation.

Internal Lens Replacement

Instructions for replacing the internal lens assembly.

Front Lens Assembly Removal

Procedure for safely removing the front lens assembly.

Color Filter Replacement

Steps to replace color filters on Color Wheel 1 and Color Wheel 2.

Ballast Assembly Replacement

Detailed procedure for replacing the ballast assembly.

Color/Dimmer/Strobe Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the color, dimmer, and strobe assembly.

Internal Lens Assembly Replacement

Procedure for removing and replacing the internal lens assembly.

Reflector Replacement

Steps for replacing the reflector and UV/Reflector assembly.

Main Control Board (MCB) Replacement

Instructions for replacing the main control board (MCB).

Ignitor Board Replacement

Procedure for replacing the ignitor board.

Pan Motor Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the pan motor assembly.

Pan Encoder Replacement

Procedure for replacing the pan encoder.

Pan EOT Sensor Replacement

Instructions for replacing the pan end-of-travel (EOT) sensor.

Power Supply (LVS) Replacement

Procedure for replacing the power supply (LVS).

Tilt Motor Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the tilt motor assembly.

Tilt Encoder Replacement

Procedure for replacing the tilt encoder.

Tilt EOT Sensor Replacement

Instructions for replacing the tilt end-of-travel (EOT) sensor.

CHAPTER 3. Illustrated Parts Breakdown

Drawing Trees

Visual representation of subassembly relationships and part numbers.

VL3500 Wash Luminaire

Main diagram showing the overall luminaire subassembly structure.

Top Assembly

Lists the items included in the VL3500 Wash Included Items Kit.

VL3500 Wash Included Items Kit

Part list for items shipped with the VL3500 Wash Luminaire.

VL3500 Wash Luminaire

Detailed list of parts for the VL3500 Wash Luminaire.

Generic Luminaire Assembly

Lists parts for a generic luminaire assembly, applicable to VL3500 Wash.

Head Assembly

Details the components and assemblies of the luminaire's head.

Head Structure Assembly

Lists the parts that form the main structure of the luminaire head.

Front Stippled Lens Assembly

Details the parts of the front stippled lens assembly.

Front Clear Lens Assembly

Lists the components of the front clear lens assembly.

Front Fresnel Lens Assembly

Details the parts of the front Fresnel lens assembly.

Head Cover Assembly

Lists the components that make up the luminaire's head cover.

Backend Assembly

Lists the parts that constitute the backend assembly of the luminaire.

80mm Fan Assembly

Details the components of the 80mm fan assembly.

Dual Fan Duct Assembly

Lists the parts for the dual fan duct assembly.

Reflector Mount Assembly

Details the components for mounting the reflector.

Hot Box Assembly

Lists the parts that make up the hot box assembly.

Rear Strobe Blade Assembly

Details the components of the rear strobe blade assembly.

Front Strobe Blade Assembly

Lists the parts of the front strobe blade assembly.

Yoke Assembly

Details the parts and assemblies of the luminaire's yoke.

Yoke Assembly

Lists the parts that make up the yoke assembly.

Tilt Motor Assembly

Details the components of the tilt motor assembly.

Relay Electrical Assembly

Lists the components of the relay electrical assembly.

Yoke Fan Assembly

Details the components of the yoke fan assembly.

Head/Yoke PCB Assemblies

Lists the printed circuit board assemblies for the head and yoke.

Head Cable Interconnect

Details the interconnecting cables within the luminaire head.

Color Sensor PCB Offset Assembly

Lists the components of the color sensor PCB offset assembly.

Color Sensor Inline PCB Assembly

Details the components of the color sensor inline PCB assembly.

Solid State Ignitor PCB

Lists the components of the solid state ignitor PCB.

Wheel Position Sensor PCB Assembly

Details the components of the wheel position sensor PCB assembly.

Pan/Tilt Encoder PCB

Lists the components of the pan/tilt encoder PCB.

VL3500 Wash Controller PCB Assembly

Details the components of the VL3500 Wash controller PCB assembly.

Enclosure Assembly

Details the various components that make up the luminaire enclosure.

Upper Enclosure Assembly

Lists the parts that make up the upper enclosure assembly.

Ventilation Cover Assembly

Details the components of the ventilation cover assembly.

Exhaust Fan Assembly

Lists the parts of the exhaust fan assembly.

Panel Assembly

Details the components of the panel assembly.

DMX Input PCB

Lists the components of the DMX input PCB.

Display PCB

Details the components of the display PCB.

Cable Assemblies

Lists and illustrates the various cable assemblies used in the luminaire.

Pan EOT Sensor Electrical Assembly

Details the electrical assembly for the pan EOT sensor.

LVS Chassis Ground Cable Assembly

Lists the parts for the LVS chassis ground cable assembly.

Chassis To Yoke Ground Cable Assembly

Details the chassis to yoke ground cable assembly.

Ignitor to Relay Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the ignitor to relay cable assembly.

LVS to Yoke Dual AC Fan Cable Assembly

Details the LVS to yoke dual AC fan cable assembly.

Yoke to Dual AC Fan Cable Assembly

Lists the parts for the yoke to dual AC fan cable assembly.

OT Switch 1 to OT Switch 2 Cable Assembly

Details the OT switch 1 to OT switch 2 cable assembly.

Backcap Interlok to OT Switch 1 Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the backcap interlok to OT switch 1 cable assembly.

OT Switch to Ground Cable Assembly

Details the OT switch to ground cable assembly.

Tilt Harness Cable Assembly

Lists the parts of the tilt harness cable assembly.

Internal Lens Interconnect Cable Assembly

Details the internal lens interconnect cable assembly.

Color Harness Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the color harness cable assembly.

Internal-Lens Split Motor Cable Assembly

Details the internal-lens split motor cable assembly.

Zoom Motor Cable Assembly

Lists the parts of the zoom motor cable assembly.

Transfer Fans Cable Assembly

Details the transfer fans cable assembly.

Upper Enclosure Fans Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the upper enclosure fans cable assembly.

Yoke Fan and Relay Cable Assembly

Details the yoke fan and relay cable assembly.

Yoke Fan Cable Assembly

Lists the parts of the yoke fan cable assembly.

OT Switch to Interlok Cable Assembly

Details the OT switch to interlok cable assembly.

OT Switch 1 to OT Switch 2 Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the OT switch 1 to OT switch 2 cable assembly.

Ignitor to Lamp Socket Cable Assembly

Details the ignitor to lamp socket cable assembly.

Chassis to Yoke Ground Cable Assembly

Lists the parts of the chassis to yoke ground cable assembly.

Zoom Motor Cable Assembly

Details the zoom motor cable assembly.

AC Input Pigtail Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the AC input pigtail cable assembly.

EMI Filter to Power Switch Cable Assembly

Details the EMI filter to power switch cable assembly.

AC Input Splitter Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the AC input splitter cable assembly.

Data I/O Link Cable Assembly

Details the data I/O link cable assembly.

Display Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the display cable assembly.

Ballast to Controller Cable Assembly

Details the ballast to controller cable assembly.

DC Output Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the DC output cable assembly.

Pan/Tilt Control Cable Assembly

Details the pan/tilt control cable assembly.

Lamp Supply to Relay Cable Assembly

Lists the components of the lamp supply to relay cable assembly.

APPENDIX A. Technical Bulletins

VL3500 Wash Luminaire Technical Bulletins

Identifies bulletins for lens rail change, pack-up cues, and lamp part number change.

APPENDIX B. Schematics and Wiring Diagrams

Schematics and Diagrams List

Lists wiring diagrams for VL3500 Wash, ignitor PCB, DMX input PCB, and controller PCB.

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