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VARI-LITE TCW/TWW Acclaim Led Fresnel

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FRESNEL
TUNABLE COOL WHITE TUNABLE WARM WHITE
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, maintenance contracts, and technical training for fixtures and systems. In addition, this team plays a large role in a Systems sales, responsible for administering final commissioning, record-keeping, and organizing services. Refer to the back cover of this User Manual for contacts in your region or visit www.vari-lite.com/support

CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer Service is responsible for boxed goods and spare parts quotations, order entry and fulfillment, project delivery, lead times, and general account management. They also manage all after sales warranty fulfilment, RGA, and repairs invoicing in tandem with our After Sales Service & Support team. Visit our website to find a customer service agent in your region.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION
Additional product documentation, including DMX maps, software, and photometric reports, are available for download on our website. For more information on installing DMX512 control systems, the following publication is available for purchase from the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), “Recommended Practice for DMX512: A Guide for Users and Installers, 2nd edition” (ISBN: 9780955703522).

USITT Contact Information:

USITT
315 South Crouse Avenue, Suite 200 Syracuse, New York 13210-1844 USA Phone: 800-938-7488 or +1-315-463-6463 Fax: 866-398-7488 or +1-315-463-6525 Website: www.usitt.org

ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT

Read all instructions before installing or using this product. Retain this User Manual for future reference.
Additional product information and descriptions may be found on the product data sheet(s) which can be downloaded from the website at www.vari-lite.com.
This User Manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine maintenance for Fresnel TCW/TWW. Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you to get the most out of your product.

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.

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 operation of the fi xture are to be performed by qualifi ed personnel only.
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

  • For indoor, dry location use only. Do not use outdoors unless fi xture is suitably IP rated.
  • Use safety tether when mounting.
  • Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not be readily subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
  • Not for residential use. Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
  • Note distance requirement(s) from combustible materials or illuminated objects. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
  • Install only in locations with adequate ventilation. Ensure sure that ventilation slots are not blocked.
  • Ensure that the voltage and frequency of the power supply match the power requirements of the fi xture.
  • The fixture must be earthed/grounded to the appropriate conductor.]
  • Do not operate fixture outside the specifi ed ambient temperature range.
  • Do not connect the fixture to any dimmer pack.
  • The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition and void warranty.
  • Refer service to qualifi ed personnel. This fixture contains no user-serviceable parts.
  • Prior to fi rst use, carefully inspect fixture to ensure no damage has occurred during shipping.
  • Materials used in the manufacturing process can cause strong odors when the product is new. These odors dissipate over time.
  • Prior to each use, carefully inspect power cables and replace any damaged cables.
  • Exterior surfaces of the luminaire will be hot during operation. Take appropriate precautions.
  • Continuous use of the fixture may shorten the lifespan. Power down the fixture when not in use.
  • Do not cycle power on and off repeatedly. Disconnect mains power if the fixture is not used for an extended period.
  • Clean fi xtures regularly, particularly when working in a dusty environment.
  • Never touch power cables or wires while the fi fixture is powered on.
  • Avoid entangling power wires with other cables.
  • In the event of a serious operating problem, immediately discontinue using the fixture.
  • 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, for example, by cracks or deep scratches.
  • Original packing materials can be reused for transporting the fi texture.
  • Do not look directly at the LED light beam while the fi xture is on.
  • This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take adequate measures.
  • The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent or similarly qualifi ed person.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING: Refer to National Electrical Code® and local codes for cable specifi cations. Failure to use proper cable can result in damage to equipment or danger to personnel. Caution Against Direct Sunlight Through Front Lens Assembly

CAUTION AGAINST DIRECT SUNLIGHT THROUGH FRONT LENS ASSEMBLY
The design and nature of the front lens assembly in Vari-Lite LLC luminaires is to efficiently focus the light ener-gy from the luminaire’s lamp for maximum light output.

  • When the front lens assembly is exposed to direct sunlight or intense light from neighboring fixtures, the lens will collect and intensify this light and focus it back into the fixture. Intense sunlight or beams from other fi xtures can cause damage to internal assemblies contained within the fixture.
  • When fi fixture is not in use and direct sunlight or other intense light is present, position luminaires so their front lens assembly it not directly exposed to the light source.

CAUTION AGAINST POWERING LUMINAIRES FROM DIMMER CIRCUITS
It is not recommended to power any Vari-Lite LLC luminaire from a dimmer – even in ‘NONDIM’ mode. Dimmer and non-dim modules are not suitable sources of power because their output modifi es the AC waveform. This may work for a short time, but eventually results in power problems, luminaire misoperation and/or failure.

  • When using a power distribution rack, do not use dimmer or non-dim modules to power any Vari-Lite LLC luminaire. Damage to the luminaire can occur.
  • Using a dimmer or non-dim module to power your Vari-Lite LLC luminaire will void your luminaire’s warranty.

CAUTION AGAINST THE USE OF THIRD-PARTY PARTS OR ACCESSORIES

  • Heat and heat distribution are important factors when operating Vari-Lite LLC luminaires. Vari-Lite LLC luminaires are designed to dissipate heat effi ciently and safely. Any blockages or obstructions, such as aftermarket baffles, covers, enclosures, etc. can interrupt the luminaire’s ability to dissipate heat properly and can damage the luminaire.
  • Vari-Lite LLC cannot be responsible for issues arising from non-approved parts and accessories installed on or used with any Vari-Lite LLC product. Customers of such products should contact the manufacturer directly for assistance and support.

TRANSPORTING LUMINAIRES
When shipping or transporting luminaires, Vari-Lite LLC recommends that the luminaire(s) be sufficiently pro-tected against any (including, but not limited to) shock, vibration, drops, jarring, exposure to the environment, etc.
Failure to suffi ciently protect any Vari-Lite LLC luminaire during shipping or transportation will result in damage and void the luminaire’s warranty. Vari-Lite LLC will not be responsible for any shipping damage or breakage of any product under any circumstances. Vari-Lite LLC will not be responsible for any third party case manufactur-er’s cases.

NOTE: As with all automated luminaires, proper handling and suitable protective shipping cases should be used when transporting fixtures to reduce the risk of damage.

TRANSPORTATION AND SHIPPING CASE REQUIREMENTS
Cases to transport Vari-Lite LLC luminaires should meet the following loading requirements:

  • Luminaire head, yoke, and enclosure sub-assemblies shall be equally supported and constrained where no one sub-assembly (head, yoke, or enclosure) fully supports the entire mass of the luminaire.
  • The interior of the case shall be of high-quality and uniform-density foam. The foam shall be of the same type and density throughout as to equally and uniformly support loading at every contact surface.
  • The case shall, when laid on any of its six (6) surfaces, maintain the loading requirements outlined above.
  • All cases not meeting the aforementioned loading requirements, with wheels, shall have markings
  • on the exterior of the case that the unit is to be transported on it wheels only (e.g. “Case must be transported and remain [at all times] on its wheels”).

COMPLIANCE NOTICE

VARI-LITE-TCW-TWW-Acclaim-Led-Fresnel- (1)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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Vari-Lite system, service, and safety guidelines, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
As tested under this standard:

FCC 47CFR 15B clA*CEI

Issued:2009/10/01 Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B Unintentional Radiators Class A
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
VARI-LITE-TCW-TWW-Acclaim-Led-Fresnel- (2)EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Vari-Lite LLC., 10911 Petal Street, Dallas, Texas 75238, declare under our responsibility for the products contained herein are in conformity with the essential requirements of the following European Directives and harmonized standards:

  • Low Voltage Director (LVD), 2006/95/EC
  • EN 60589-2-17:1984+A1:1987+A2:1990 used in conjunction with 60598-1:2008/A11:2009
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC), 2004//108/EC
  • EN 55022:2010, EN55024:2010

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. If available, you should have your sales invoice to establish the date of sale as the beginning of the warranty period.

Once you obtain the RMA, pack the unit in a secure shipping container or in its original packing box. Be sure to clearly indicate the RMA number on all packing lists, correspondence, and shipping labels. If available, please include a copy of your invoice (as proof of purchase) in the shipping container.
With the RMA number written legibly on or near the shipping address label, return the unit, freight prepaid, to:

  • Vari-Lite LLC
  • Attention: Warranty Service (RMA# ________) 10911 Petal Street
  • Dallas, Texas 75238
  • USA

As stated in the warranty, it is required that the shipment be insured and FOB our service center.

IMPORTANT! When returning products to Vari-Lite for repairs (warranty or out-of-warranty) from a country other than the USA, “Vari-Lite LLC”, 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.

 DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

  • High output midsized LED theatrical luminaires – modern fixtures with quality you can trust.
  • Tunable white with >94 CRI – adjust color temperature without compromising output or quality of light.
  • Standard-size accessory rails to support optional 8-leaf barn door or third-party accessories- multiple, easily accessible options to get the perfect look.
  • Adjustable frequency to exceed camera frame rates – camera-friendly fixtures for IMAG, event recordings, or TV and film applications.
  • Quiet operation with variable fan control (Standard, Studio, and Whisper) – perfect for use in quiet environments.
  • For detailed product information, please refer to the Product Guide at https://www.vari-lite.com/global/products/fresnel-tcw

COMPONENTS

  • The document provides installation and operation instructions for the following products:
    • Fresnel TCW or Fresnel TWW
  • Read all instructions before installing or using this product. Retain this manual for future reference. Additional
    product information and descriptions may be found on the product specification sheet.

INCLUDED ITEMS
Each Fresnel luminaire includes the following items:

  • Fresnel TCW or LED Fresnel TWW
  • TrueOne compatible power connector
  • Quick Start Guide

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 INSTALLATION

MOUNTING
The unit should be mounted via its screw holes on the bracket. Always ensure that the unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration and slipping while operating. Always ensure that the structure to which you are attaching the unit is secure and is able to support a weight of 10 times of the unit’s weight. Always use a safety cable that can hold up to 12 times the weight of the unit when installing the fixture.

The luminaire must be mounted by professionals. VARI-LITE-TCW-TWW-Acclaim-Led-Fresnel- (4)NOTE: Truss hooks shown are sold separately. Truss and pipe by others.

 MENU OPERATION

CONTROL PANEL
Press the MENU button to select any functions, until the required function is shown in the display. Select the de-sired function by pressing ENTER, which will cause the display to blink. Use the UP and DOWN button to change the mode. Once the required mode has been selected, press the ENTER button to accept the selection. Press MENU to return to the previous menu or let the unit idle for one minute to exit menu mode automatically.

  1. LCD DISPLAY. Shows the menu and selected function buttons.
  2. BUTTONS.
    • Menu. To select programming functions.
    • Down. To go backward in the selected functions.
    • Up. To go forward in the selected functions.
    • Enter. To confirm the selected functions.
  3. DMX IN. 5-pin XLR cable to link DMX console.
  4. DMX OUT. 5-pin XLR cable to the next unit.
  5. POWER IN. Connects to power supply.
  6. POWER OUT. Connects to next fixture.
  7. DIM. 0-100%
  8. CCT. 4000K to 6500K (TCW) or 2700K to 4500K (TWW)
  9. ZOOM. Manual zoom knob.

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LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 5                LEVEL 6 DEFAULT
address 001~506(16 Bit), 001-508(8 Bit), 001-511(2 Channel) 001
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Configure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

leD

leD Hours XXXXXX h
reset leD Hour are you sure?
 

Dimming Curve

square Curve Default
s Curve
linear Curve
 

Dim snap

On (Fast)
Off (slow) Default
 

Output Mode

standard Default
studio
Whisper
 

Fan Mode

On
auto Default
 

 

 

leD Frequency

1200Hz Default
2500Hz
5000Hz
10000Hz
20000Hz
25000Hz
 

 

Disp Timeout

30 sec Default
5 Min
10 Min
On
reset Yes/no
 

 

 

 

 

 

DMX

address 001~506(16 Bit), 001-508(8 Bit), 001-511(2 Channel) 001
 

DMX Mode

16 Bit Default
8 Bit
2 Channel
 

DMX Fail

Hold Default
Blackout
Go to Preset
 

Data

Ch 1 – Intensity XXX (Value)
Ch 2 -Intensity Fine XXX (Value)
…all functions
 

 

 

 

 

Fixture

UID UID electronic format
status (no errors..or displays a list of errors)
reboot Fixture are you sure?
Version VXXX
Fixture Hours XXXXXX h
Crossload (software) send
 

service

 

Diagnostics

Fan Check X rpm
Board Check (no errors..or displays a list of errors)
sensor Check X °C
LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 5 LEVEL 6 DEFAULT
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Manual Preset

 

 

 

Playback

Power Up Preset 01 – 20
Intensity 0 – 255 255
 

Priority

Preset Default
DMX
 

Power Up?

Off Default
On
 

 

 

 

 

 

edit Programs

load Preset 01 – 20
 

edit settings

Intensity 0 – 255
Cool or Warm 0 – 255
nautural 0 – 255
 

store

 

01 – 20

 

are you sure?

Yes
no
 

Clear

 

01 – 20

 

are you sure?

Yes
no
 

Clear all

 

are you sure?

Yes
no
 

 

 

Dial Mode

 

 

 

enables the manual control knobs

Knob 1 Knob 2
Intensity CCT
 

0 – 100%

4000K – 6500K (TCW)
2700K – 4500K (TWW)
Double press at anytime to activate Dial Mode

MENU SYSTEM

DISPLAY AND MENU SYSTEM OPERATION
The Display Menu system consists of several categories. Use the Menu Button to access the menu. Then use the Up/Down arrow to navigate. When you reach the desired item, touch the Enter Button. To go backwards, touch the Menu Button.

To navigate and access menu settings/selections:

  1. Step 1. Make sure unit is powered and turned on.
  2. Step 2. Touch [MENU] to access menu categories.
  3. Step 3. Use two Arrow (▲▼) buttons to navigate through the various options and settings.
  4. Step 4. Once menu item is reached, touch [ENTER] to access the menu item parameters.
  5. Step 5. Make changes to parameters as desired.
  6. Step 6. Press [ENTER] button to accept changes.

ADDRESS

ADDRESS
Sets the starting DMX address for the fixture. Can also be set via RDM.

CONFIGURE

  • LED
    • This menu allows for viewing the LED engine hours, setting the dimming curve, dim snap, output mode, fan mode, and LED frequency.
  • LED Hours
    • Displays the current LED engine hours.
  • Reset LED Hours
    • Allows the LED hours of the engine to be reset. Should only be done if the engine has been replaced
  • Dimming Curve
    • Select from Linear, S-Curve and Square Law. Can also be set via the control channel and RDM.
  • Dim Snap
    • Dim Snap On allows for fastest output changes between levels but reduces smoothness dimming the LED engine. Dim Snap Off ensures all fades between output levels remains smooth and flicker free but limits fast, instant snaps between levels. Can also be set via the control channel and RDM.
  • Output Mode
    • Standard mode provides full LED output. Studio mode reduces fan speed to reduce the fan noise of the fixture. Whisper mode decrease the fan noise further. In both Studio mode and Whisper mode, the LED output will decrease accordingly. Can also be set via the control channel and RDM.
  • Fan Mode
    • Fan On runs fans at continuous max speed based on Output Mode. Fan Auto will reduce/increase speed on demand based on LED operating temperature. The fan will not exceed the maximum permissible level based on Output Mode. Can also be set via the control channel and RDM. See Appendix B.
  • LED Frequency
    Choose the refresh rate of the LED engine (see Display Menu Tree for list).
  • DISPLAY TIMEOUT
    • Sets how long the display remains illuminated after the last button touch. Choose from 30 seconds, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, or always on.
  • RESET
    • Resets all the factory defaults of the fixture. This includes setting the DMX Address to 001. Can also be done via RDM and via the control channel.

NOTE: Control channel will not change the current DMX address.

DMX

ADDRESS
Sets the starting DMX address of the fixture. Can also be set via RDM.

DMX MODE

  • 16 Bit
    • 16 Bit DMX control of Intensity and CCT, plus 8 Bit DMX control of Strobe, Fan and Luminaire Control.
  • 8 Bit
    • 8 Bit DMX control of Intensity, CCT, Strobe, Fan and Luminaire Control.
  • 2 Channel
    • 8 Bit DMX control of Intesnity and CCT.

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.
  • Goto Preset
    • If DMX is lost, fixture will go to the preset (1 through 20).
  • DATA
    • Allows the current DMX value present on each of the luminaire’s DMX channels to be viewed.

FIXTURE

  • UID
    • Displays the UID as set in the luminaire.
  • STATUS
    • Shows list of error message from previous calibration. If none, it will say No Errors.
  • REBOOT FIXTURE
    • Restarts the entire operating system of the fixture. Can be performed via the control channel or RDM.
  • VERSION
    • Shows the current software version of the fixture. Version is listed in MM/DD/YY format. Can be viewed
  • via RDM.
    • FIXTURE HOURS
  • Shows the accumulated hours the fixture has been powered on. Can be viewed via RDM.
  • CROSSLOAD (SOFTWARE)
  • Allows the current version of software installed in the fixture to be sent to other units via an attached DMX cable.

SERVICE – DIAGNOSTICS

  • Fan Check
    • Shows the current fan speed in RPM.
  • Board Check
    • Shows the current status of the control board.
  • Sensor Check
    • Shows the current temp at the LED in °C.
  • MANUAL PRESET
    • PLAYBACK
  • Power Up Preset
    • Selects the preset (1 to 20) that will be played back after power up if enabled.
  • 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 playback if there is no DMX present.
  • Power Up?
    • Choose Preset On if you want the fixture to playback the preset at power up. Choose Preset Off if you do not want a preset to play.

EDIT PROGRAMS

  • Load Preset
    • Select from preset 1 to 20 and touch [ENTER]. That preset will be played back.
  • Edit Settings
    • Choose the function from the list you wish to edit and touch [ENTER]. Use the [UP]/[DOWN] buttons to set desired value. Touch [ENTER] to store. Then continue to adjust all function desired.
  • Store
    • After setting all your functions, select which preset number you wish to store (1 to 20) and touch [ENTER].
    • Touch [ENTER] again to confirm when prompted.
  • Clear
    • Select the preset (1 to 20) you wish to clear and touch [ENTER]. Touch [ENTER] again to confirm when prompted.
  • Clear All Presets
    • When prompted, touch [ENTER] to confirm and all presets (1 to 20) will be erased.

WARNING: Clearing the presets CANNOT be undone!

DIAL MODE
Allows the use of the manual knobs below the display. Can be selected via the UI by touching [ENTER] at DIAL MODE. May also be selected at any time by double clicking the first knob. Use the first knob to adjust the intensity from 0 to 100%. Use the second knob to adjust the CCT from 4000K to 6500K on the TCW and from 2700K to 4500K on the TWW.

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DMX MAPPING

The fixture can be operated by DMX controller. The following 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.

TABLE 1. 16 BIT

DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION
1 Intensity (High) 0 0 – 65535 16-bit Intensity (Dimmer) Control
2 Intensity (low) 0 – 100% Outut
 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

strobe

 

 

 

 

0

0 – 255 Control of strobe
0 – 9 no strobe Function – shutter open
10 – 99 strobe s>>>>>F
100 – 109 no strobe Function – shutter open
110 – 179 lighting strobe s>>>>>F
180 – 189 no strobe Function – shutter open
190 – 255 random strobe s>>>>>F
 

 

 

4

 

 

 

Fan Control

 

 

 

0

0 – 255 Dynamic control of fan speed vs leD output
0 – 4 automatic fan/output adjustment
 

 

5 – 255

linear control fo fan speed and leD output*
DMX 5 = Highest Constant Fan speed
DMX 255 = lowest Constant Fan speed
* standard mode only
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

0 – 255 Control Channel used for fixture settings
set discrete value of desired effect, wait >3 seconds,
then set value to 0 (idle)
**Function does not require 3 second rule to activate function
0 – 5 Idle (Default must be 0)
6 – 10 Full luminaire re-Cal – also wakes from shutdown
11 – 15 Fixture shutdown
16 – 20 reserved
21 – 25 Display – Menu On
26 – 30 Display – Menu OFF
31 – 40 reserved
41 – 45 Dimming Curve linear**
46 – 50 Dimming Curve s-Curve**
51 – 55 Dimming Curve square law (Default)**
56 – 60 reserved
61 – 65 Dimmer snap On**
66 – 70 Dimmer snap Off (Default)**
71 – 110 reserved
111 – 115 standard Mode (Default)
116 – 120 studio Mode – reduced output with lower fan
121 – 125 Whisper Mode – reduced output with lower fan
126 – 135 reserved
136 – 140 Fan On (Default)
141 – 145 Fan auto
146 – 170 reserved
171 – 175 reset defaults
176 – 255 reserved
 

6

7

 

CCT High CCT low

 

0

 

0 – 65535

Tunable leD array 0 – 100%
0 = 4000K (TCW) or 2700K (TWW)
255 = 6500K (TCW) or 4500K (TWW)

TABLE 2. 8 BIT

DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION
 

1

 

Intensity

 

0

 

0 – 255

8 bit Intensity (Dimmer) Control
0 – 100% Output
 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

strobe

 

 

 

 

0

0 – 255 Control of strobe
0 – 9 no strobe Function – shutter open
10 – 99 strobe s>>>>>F
100 – 109 no strobe Function – shutter open
110 – 179 lighting strobe s>>>>>F
180 – 189 no strobe Function – shutter open
190 – 255 random strobe s>>>>>F
 

 

 

3

 

 

 

Fan Control

 

 

 

0

0 – 255 Dynamic control of fan speed vs leD output
0 – 4 automatic fan/output adjustment
 

 

5 – 255

linear control fo fan speed and leD output*
DMX 5 = Highest Constant Fan speed
DMX 255 = lowest Constant Fan speed
* standard mode only
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

 

0 – 255

Control Channel used for fixture settings
set discrete value of desired effect, wait >3 seconds,
then set value to 0 (idle)
**Function does not require 3 second rule to activate function
0 – 5 Idle (Default must be 0)
6 – 10 Full luminaire re-Cal – also wakes from shutdown
11 – 15 Fixture shutdown
16 – 20 reserved
21 – 25 Display – Menu On
26 – 30 Display – Menu OFF
31 – 40 reserved
41 – 45 Dimming Curve linear**
46 – 50 Dimming Curve s-Curve**
51 – 55 Dimming Curve square law (Default)**
56 – 60 reserved
61 – 65 Dim snap On**
66 – 70 Dim snap Off (Default)**
71 – 110 reserved
111 – 115 standard Mode (Default)
116 – 120 studio Mode – reduced output with lower fan
121 – 125 Whisper Mode – reduced output with lower fan
126 – 135 reserved
136 – 140 Fan On (Default)
141 – 145 Fan auto
146 – 170 reserved
171 – 175 reset defaults
176 – 255 reserved
 

5

 

CCT

 

0

 

0 – 255

Tunable leD array 0 – 100%
0 = 4000K (TCW) or 2700K (TWW)
255 = 6500K (TCW) or 4500K (TWW)

TABLE 3. 2 CHANNEL

DMX CHANNEL PARAMETER DEFAULTS RANGE DMX DESCRIPTION
 

1

 

Intensity

 

0

 

0 – 255

8 bit Intensity (Dimmer) Control
0 – 100% Output
 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

CCT

 

 

 

 

0

 

0 – 255

Tunable leD array 0 – 100%
0 = 4000K (TCW) or 2700K (TWW)
255 = 6500K (TCW or 4500K (TWW)
 

 

5 – 255

linear control fo fan speed and leD output*
DMX 5 = Highest Constant Fan speed
DMX 255 = lowest Constant Fan speed
* standard mode only

VARI-LITE-TCW-TWW-Acclaim-Led-Fresnel- (8)TABLE 4. CONTROL CHANNEL

DMX RANGE ITEMS DESCRIPTION POWER CYCLE RULES FUNCTION SELECTION VIA U
 

 

0 – 255

 

 

Control Channel

Control channel used for fixture settings

set discrete value of desired effect, wait >3 seconds, then set value to 0 (idle)

**Function does not require 3 second rule to activate function

 

 

n/a

 

 

n/a

0 – 5 Idle (Default) Default value used to active functions. should default to 0 n/a n/a
6 – 10 Full luminaire reCal recalibrates all functions in the luminaire. also used to wake from shutdown n/a Yes
 

11 – 15

Fixture shutdown shuts down all fixture output and turns off all fans. Fixture can be re-actived by a power cycle or via the reCal command Will restart normally Yes, press Menu twice to wake
16 – 20 reserved
21 – 25 Display – Menu On switches UI display on remotely – Display will time out as set in UI n/a Button press turns display on
26 – 30 Display – Menu Off switched UI display off remotely if on. n/a n/a
31 – 40 reserved
41 – 45 Dimming Curve linear** selects linear Dimming Curve Holds setting on power cycle Yes
46 – 50 Dimming Curve s-Curve** selects s-law Dimming Curve Holds setting on power cycle Yes
 

51 – 55

Dimming Curve square law (Default)**  

selects square law Dimming Curve

Holds setting on power cycle  

Yes

56 – 60 reserved
61 – 65 Dimmer snap On** allows for fastest output changes between levels but reduces smoothness of dimming and color Holds setting on power cycle Yes
66 – 70 Dimmer snap Off (Default)** ensure fades between levels remain smooth and flicker free but limits instand snaps Holds setting on power cycle Yes
71 – 110 reserved
 

111 – 115

standard Mode (Default) standard mode – Full leD output + full continuous fan at max speed (loudest setting). Fan remains at constant speed (unless in fan auto mode). nC40 Holds setting on power cycle  

Yes

 

116 – 120

 

studio Mode

studio mode – Fan speed reduced to reduce dB levels 10% of full speed and leD output approximatly 80% of standard. Fan remains constant speed (unless in fan auto mode). nC35  

Holds setting on power cycle

 

Yes

 

121 – 125

 

Whisper Mode

Whisper Mode – Fan speed reduced to reduce dB levels 30% of full speed and leD output approximatly 60% of standard. Fan remains constand speed (unless in fan auto mode). nC25  

Holds setting on power cycle

 

Yes

126 – 135 reserved
136 – 140 Fan On (Default) Fan runs at continuous speed for selected output mode Holds setting on power cycle Yes
141 – 145 Fan auto Fans will increase/decrease speed based on leD operation Holds stting on power cycle Yes
146 – 170 reserved
 

171 – 175

 

reset default

resets all paramters to factory default with the exception of DMX address and fixture DMX Mode  

n/a

Yes, but will reset DMX address and DMX Mode
176 – 255 reserved

DMX512 CONNECTION

  • At last unit, the DMX cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120Ω 1/4W resistor between pin 2(DMX-) and pin 3(DMX+) into a 5-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the DMX-output of the last unit.
  • Connect the unit together in a `daisy chain` by XLR plug from the output of the unit to the input of the next unit. The cable cannot branched or split to a `Y` cable. DMX 512 is a very high-speed signal. Inad- equate or damaged cables, soldered joints or corroded connectors can easily distort the signal and shut down the system.
  • The DMX output and input connectors are pass-through to maintain the DMX circuit, when one of the units’ power is disconnected.
  • Each lighting unit needs to have an address set to receive the data sent by the controller. The address number is between 0-511 (usually 0 & 1 are equal to 1).
  •  The end of the DMX 512 system should be terminated to reduce signal errors.
  • 5 pin XLR: Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: Negative signal (-), Pin 3: Positive signal (+), Pin 4/Pin 5: Not used.

VARI-LITE-TCW-TWW-Acclaim-Led-Fresnel- (9)

RDM PARAMETER IDs

Remote Device Management (RDM) is a protocol enhancement to USITT DMX512 that allows bidirectional communication between a lighting or system controller and attached RDM compliant devices over a standard DMX line. This protocol will allow configuration, status monitoring, and management of these devices in such a way that does not disturb the normal operation of standard DMX512 devices that do not recognize the RDM protocol.

LEKO LED OUTDOOR, RDM PRODUCT PARAMETER IDS
Model ID Manufacturer Vendor ID Model Description Product Category
0x0119 Vari-lite 0x564C Fresnel TCW 0x0101
0x011a Vari-lite 0x564C Fresnel TWW 0x0101

The table on the following pcages outlines and describes all the RDM parameters IDs associated with the.

FRESNEL TCW/TWW

 

GET ALLOWED

 

SET ALLOWED

 

RDM PARAMETER IDS

 

VALUE

 

COMMENT

 

ESTA STANDARD

 

REQUIRED /

 

DMX / UI DESCIPTION

Category – network Management
DIsC_UnIQUe_BranCH 0x0001 X X
DIsC_MUTe 0x0002 X X
DIsC_Un_MUTe 0x0003 X X
X PrOXIeD_DeVICes 0x0010
X PrOXIeD_DeVICes_COUnT 0x0011
X X COMMs_sTaTUs 0x0015
Category – status Collection
X QUeUeD_MessaGe 0x0020
X sTaTUs_MessaGes 0x0030 X status
X sTaTUs_ID_DesCrIPTIOn 0x0031 X
X Clear_sTaTUs_ID 0x0032
X X sUB_DeVICe_sTaTUs_ rePOrT_THresHOlD 0x0033
Category – rDM Information
X sUPPOrTeD_ParaMeTers 0x0050 X X
X ParaMeTer_DesCrIPTIOn 0x0051 X X
Category – Product Information
X DeVICe_InFO 0x0060 X X
X PrODUCT_DeTaIl_ID_lIsT 0x0070
X DeVICe_MODel_ DesCrIPTIOn 0x0080 X
X ManUFaCTUrer_laBel 0x0081 X
X X DeVICe_laBel 0x0082 X
X X FaCTOrY_DeFaUlTs 0x0090 X reset Defaults
X lanGUaGe_CaPaBIlITIes 0x00a0
X X lanGUaGe 0x00B0
X sOFTWare_VersIOn_ laBel 0x00C0 X X Version
X BOOT_sOFTWare_ VersIOn_ID 0x00C1
X BOOT_sOFTWare_ VersIOn_laBel 0x00C2
Category – DMX512 setup
X X DMX_PersOnalITY 0x00e0 X DMX Mode
X DMX_PersOnalITY_ DesCrIPTIOn 0x00e1 X
X X DMX_sTarT_aDDress 0x00F0 X X address
X slOT_InFO 0x0120 X
X slOT_DesCrIPTIOn 0x0121 X
X DeFaUlT_slOT_ValUe 0x0122 X
Category – sensors 0x02xx Use
X sensOr_DeFInITIOn 0x0200 X
X X sensOr_ValUe 0x0201 Fan speed and X Diagnostics
X reCOrD_sensOrs 0x0202
Category – Dimmer settings 0x03xx – FUTUre Use
X X Dimmer Curve 0x0343 X
 

GET ALLOWED

 

SET ALLOWED

 

RDM PARAMETER IDS

 

VALUE

 

COMMENT

 

ESTA STANDARD

 

REQUIRED /

 

DMX / UI DESCIPTION

X Dimmer Curve Description 0x0344 X
X X Modulation Frequency 0x0347 X
X Modulation Frequency Description 0x0348 X
Category – Power / lamp settings 0x04xx
X X DeVICe_HOUrs 0x0400 X Fixture Hours
X X laMP_HOUrs 0x0401
X X laMP_sTrIKes 0x0402
X X laMP_sTaTe 0x0403
X X laMP_On_MODe 0x0404
X X DeVICe_POWer_CYCles 0x0405
Category – Display settings 0x05xx
X X DIsPlaY_InVerT 0x0500
X X DIsPlaY_leVel 0x0501
Category – Configuration 0x06xx
X X Pan_InVerT 0x0600
X X TIlT_InVerT 0x0601
X X Pan_TIlT_sWaP 0x0602
X X real_TIMe_ClOCK 0x0603
Category – Control 0x10xx
X X IDenTIFY_DeVICe 0x1000 X X
X reseT_DeVICe 0x1001 X
X X POWer_sTaTe 0x1010
 

X

 

X

 

PerFOrM_selFTesT

 

0x1020

all Test, Pan/Tilt, encoder
X selF_TesT_DesCrIPTIOn 0x1021
X CaPTUre PreseT 0x1030 see e1- 20_2010a
X X PreseT PlaYBaCK 0x1031 Table a-7 defines
esTa reserved Future rDM 0x7Fe0-

0x7FFF

Manufacturer-specific PIDs 0x8000-

0xFFDF

 

 

X

 

 

X

 

 

Output Power Mode

 

 

0x8a97

Value range depends

on options (standard, studio, etc)

 

 

X

leD Output Mode
X X Pan/Tilt Feedback (On/Off) 0x8aD3
 

X

 

X

 

Display On Time

 

0x8aa0

Value range depends on options  

X

Display On Time
 

X

 

X

 

leD Dimmer Curve

 

0x8aa1

Value range depends on options leD Dimming Curve
X X Pan Tilt Movement (On/Off) 0x8aa2
X X Head Motor Movement (On/ Off) 0x8aa3
 

GET ALLOWED

 

SET ALLOWED

 

RDM PARAMETER IDS

 

VALUE

 

COMMENT

 

ESTA STANDARD

 

REQUIRED /

 

DMX / UI DESCIPTION

 

X

 

X

 

auto shutdown Mode

 

0x8aa4

Value range depends on options
X X leD Hours 0x8aa5
X X Dim snap (On/Off) 0x8aa6
X X Color snap (On/Off) 0x8aa7
X X auto Fan Mode (On/Off) 0x8aa8 leD Fan Mode
 

X

 

X

 

Gamma shift

 

0x8aa9

Value range depends on options
X X Tungsten Dimming (On/ Off) 0x8aaa
X X CTB Correction (On/Off) 0x8aaB
 

X

 

X

 

leD refresh rate

 

0x8aaC

Value range depends on options leD refresh rate
X X side Hang (On/Off) 0x8aaD
X X Focus Track (On/Off) 0x8aae
X Control signel select DMX only/artneT (On/Off) 0x8aaF
 

X

 

recalibrate Fixture (level)

 

0x8aB0

different levels (all, position, color, etc)
X X DMX Fail (Hold, Blackout, GOTO Preset) 0x8aB1 DMX Fail
X X artnet Universe 0x8aB2
X X artnet net 0x8aB3
X X artnet sub-net 0x8aB4
X X artnet ethernet IP 0x8aB5
X X artnet ethernet sub-net Mask 0x8aB6
X X Manual PreseT Playback Power Up Preset 0x8aB7
X X Manual PreseT Playback Preset Intensity 0x8aB8
X X Manual PreseT Playback Priority 0x8aB9
X X Manual PreseT Playback Power Up? 0x8aBa
 

X

 

X

leD Color Calibration (On/ Off)  

0x8aBB

 

X

leD Color Calibration

Appendix A CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLeSHOOTinG

The following are a few common problems that may occur during operation.

Luminaire does not work; light and fan do not turn on.

  • Check power connection and main fuse.
  • Measure the mains voltage on the main connector.

Not responding to DMX controller.

  • If DMX LED is not illuminated, verify that the DMX cables are properly connected.
  • If the DMX LED is illuminated and there is no response, verify DMX address settings and the DMX polarity.
  • If you experience intermittent DMX signal problems, check the pins on the connectors or on the PCB.
  • Test with a diff erent DMX controller.
  • Check if the DMX cables run near or alongside high voltage cables that may cause interference to the DMX interface circuit.

Cleaning
Cleaning the inside of the luminaire must be carried out periodically in order to optimize the light output.Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates. Damp, smoky or particularly dusty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the fixture’s optics.

  • Clean with a soft cloth using glass cleaning fl uid.
  • Dry parts carefully.
  • Clean the external optics at least every 30 days.

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.
There are three control parameters that can be selected separately or in conjunction (when permitted) to manage fan speed vs. noise levels vs. maximum power output.
NOTE: Not all fi xtures have all modes or functions. Refer to DMX map and User Interface menu tree to see if your product has one or more of these functions.

Output Modes
These modes are selectable at the fixture’s DMX control channel or via the fixture’s user interface screen.
Boost mode – LED output boosted to >100% of standard output. Fan speeds increased to manage heat level of LED (may be limited to only run for XX hours). Fixture will not exceed NC45-NC55 sound levels in this mode.

Standard mode – Full LED output. Fan speed is set to cool LED appropriately but not exceed NC40 sound level in this mode. Studio mode – Fan speed reduced to achieve 10% dB reduction from Standard mode and not exceed NC35 sound level. LED output is approximately 80% of Standard output to ensure LEDs operate at optimum temperature and output efficiency. Fan speed remains constant and does not ramp up or down.

Whisper mode – Fan speed reduced to achieve 30% dB reduction from Stand-ard mode and not exceed NC25 sound level. LED output is approximately 60% of Standard output to ensure LEDs operate at optimum temperature and output efficiency. Fan speed remains constant and does not ramp up or down. Silent mode – fans are turned off or turn very slowly to not contribute to fixture noise. LED output is capped to ensure LEDs operate at optimum temperature and output efficiency. Fans are either off or fan speed remains constant. Target
NC15 sound level in this mode.VARI-LITE-TCW-TWW-Acclaim-Led-Fresnel- (10)

MOde Led OUTpUT FAn Speed nOiSe CRiTeRiOn eQUiVALenT SOUnd LeVeL dBA (@3M)
Boost Mode >100% Boosted fan speed constant NC45 50
Standard Mode Full 100% Full 100% constant NC40 45
Studio Mode 80% Appropriate speed to reduce dB levels >10% of full speed NC35 40
Whisper Mode 60% Appropriate speed to reduce dB levels >30% of full speed NC25 35
Silent Mode TBC Fan off NC15 25
 

nOiSe CRiTeRiOn

OCTAVe BAnd CenTeR FReQUenCY (HZ)
63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
SOUnd pReSSURe LeVeLS (dB)
NC-15 47 36 29 22 17 14 12 11
NC-20 51 40 33 26 22 19 17 16
NC-25 54 44 37 31 27 24 22 21
NC-30 57 48 41 35 31 29 28 27
NC-35 60 52 45 40 36 34 33 32
NC-40 64 56 50 45 41 39 38 37
NC-45 67 60 54 49 46 44 43 42
NC-50 71 64 58 54 51 49 48 47
NC-55 74 67 62 58 56 54 53 52
NC-60 77 71 67 63 61 59 58 57
NC-65 80 75 71 68 66 64 63 62
NC-70 83 79 75 72 71 70 69 68

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FRESNEL TCW/TWW USER MANUAL

  • VERSION DATE: MARCH 19, 2024

Documents / Resources

VARI-LITE TCW/TWW Acclaim Led Fresnel [pdf] Instruction Manual
TCWTWW Acclaim Led Fresnel, TCWTWW, Acclaim Led Fresnel, Led Fresnel, Fresnel

References

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