Vari-Lite VL1600 Profile LED Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Vari-Lite
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Vari-Lite VL1600 Profile LED
For a wide color range and maximum flexibility, the Vari-Lite VL1600 PROFILE combines a high-definition tunable white LED source with CMY color mixing. The tunable white engine lets designers can achieve warm and cool light from a single luminaire without sacrificing output or CRI, along with a wide range of colors from subtle pastels to bold saturated colors. The VL1600 PROFILE includes the innovative Vari*frost system, giving designers a truly seamless graduated frost that diffuses the entire aperture at one time. This effect can be controlled remotely from the console and doesn’t require you to change glass or add filters. To simplify startup and minimize movement in the rig, the patented reduced-movement calibration system in the VL1600 PROFILE calibrates pan and tilt on the fixture while only requiring it to move to 50/50 home position during the process. Fixtures are calibrated in less time, with less lasting effect or potential for damage to the rig or hanging scenery
- Precision high-output profile luminaire designed for theatre and studio – ideal moving head fixture for precision key lighting and special effects in the most demanding of productions.
- CMY color mixing and fast-change fixed color wheel – A wide color spectrum mixing both pastel and saturated colors matched to existing Vari-Lite fixtures.
- Tunable White LED Source – achieve cold and warm looks from the same fixture with consistently high CRI.
- Vari*frost variable frost system – Smooth frost adjustable from edge softening to full wash diffusion without adding filters or changing glass.
- Four frame shutter system with near-the-optics positioning – precise framing and focus.
- Exclusive VL*FX animation wheel designed for theatre – updated animation wheel designed to replicate natural lighting effects such as fire, water, and earth tones.
- Limited movement calibration start up – reduce risk of the fixture hitting set objects or shaking the rig. Minimal calibration start-up noise.
- Adjustable frequency to exceed camera frame rates – camera friendly fixtures for IMAG or televised events.
- Multi-mode fan control including standard, studio, whisper, and fanless silent modes – adjust settings to control fan noise. Offers a low dB experience across all frequencies, eliminating buzzing or hums from an otherwise quiet device.
- Rotating gobo wheel, zoom, and iris – professional features designed for theatrical lighting. Multiple visual options for a variety of uses.
- Nose cone accessory mounting options – easily add additional filters or other accessories as desired.
- Size and weight to be comparable to VL2600 PROFILE – works easily in rigs using VL2600.
For detailed product information, please refer to the Product Guide at
www.vari-lite.com/global/products/vl1600-profile
Specifications
Due to continuous improvements and innovations, specifications may change without notice.
Source
| ESE LED System | Bichromatic Light Engine |
|---|---|
| Source Max Power Consumption | 600 W |
| Source Lumens | 33,000 |
| Source CCT | Variable, 3200 K to 7200 K |
| LED Refresh Rate | 1200Hz to 25kHz |
| Dimming | Electronic 16-bit |
| Dimmer Curves | Square Law (Default), Linear, S –Curve |
| Dimmer Control Option | Dimmer Snap On/Off On reduces auto dimmer smoothing |
| Strobe | Electronic |
| Strobe Modes | Continuous, Random, Random Sync |
Optical Performance
| Zoom Range | 7 – 48° |
|---|---|
| Zoom Control | Motorized 16-Bit Zoom with V*Track focus |
| Output Lumens | 16,000 |
| Default Color Output Color Temperature | 5200 K |
| Lens Size | 180 mm (7.0 in) |
| CRI RA | 3200 K – 95 |
5200 K – 89
7200 K – 78
Tm30| 3200 K – Rf 93 / Rg 102 5200 K – Rf 87 / Rg 99
Focus| Motorized V*Track Focus Control Aligns focus and zoom throughout the
zoom range
Color System
| Subtractive Color Mixing | CMY Glass Flags |
|---|---|
| Color Mixing Control | CMY 16-bit |
| Variable CTT | 3200 to 7200 K |
| EasySwap Color Wheel | 7 Colors + Open |
| Color Mixed Preset | 20 user definable color presets |
| Color Wheel Effects | Split Colors, Color Wheel Spin, and Shake |
Imaging
| Beam Softening | VARI*Frost |
|---|---|
| Framing Shutters | 4 Blade – 2 Plane +/-90° rotation |
| Iris | 16 leaf iris open to 80% closing, Iris pulse effect |
Electrical
| Output Power Consumption | 820 W |
|---|---|
| Power Connection | TrueOne Compatible – In / Thru Power cable not included – |
input connector only
Input Voltage| 100-240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Supported Protocols| DMX (RDM), ArtNet
5 – PIN XLR Input & Thru, RJ45 Input| DMX Modes
Data
| 16-Bit | 40 Channels |
|---|
Noise Level / Fan Control (Base Level 22.6 dB)
| Standard Mode | 45.7 Db |
|---|---|
| Studio Mode | 40.7 dB |
| Whisper Mode | 34.7 dB |
| Silent Mode | 25.2 dB |
| Fan Mode | Continuous (On) / Auto Ramping |
| Fan Level Preset | Standard / Studio / Silent (UI Only) |
| Cooling System Type | Forced Air |
Movement
| Pan Angle | 540° |
|---|---|
| Pan Speed | 4.2s |
| Tilt Angle | 270° |
| Tilt Speed | 2.5s |
| Calibration System | V*Track Calibration Move to home fast calibration |
Mounting
| Hanging Centers | 600 mm (24.0 in) |
|---|---|
| Fixture mounting/Hanging orientation | Hanging – Floor – Side Side hang mode |
| Secondary Safety Wire Point | 1 x Safety point located on underside of upper |
enclosure Safety Wire not included
Certification and Safety
| Approbations | CE, ETL, UL, FCC CSA, RoHS, ISO 9001 |
|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP20 |
Photometrics and IES Files
| 6° Beam @ 5m / 16.4 ft | 49,058 lux (4,558 fc) |
|---|---|
| 6° Beam @ 10 m / 32.8 ft | 12,264 lux (1,139 fc) |
| 48° Beam @ 5 m / 16.4 ft | 1,385 lux (129 fc) |
| 48° Beam @ 10 m / 32.8 ft | 346 lux (32 fc) |
For IES files and photometric reports, please refer to the product page:
www.varilite.com/global/products/vl1600-profile
Dimensions
Physical
| Construction | Metal frame, Plastic covers |
|---|---|
| Standard Finish | Black, White |
| Dimensions | 300 x 464 x 715 mm (12.0 x 18.0 x 29.0 in) |
| Fixture Weight | 32.0 kg (71.0 lb) |
Gobo and Animation Wheels
| Gobo Wheel 1 | 7 + Open Interchangeable |
|---|---|
| Gobo Diameter / Thickness | 27 mm x 1.1 mm |
| Image Size | 20 mm |
| VL*FX Animation | 4 + Open |
| Gobo Wheel/VL*FX Features | MegaStep, Twist, Shake, Wheel Spin |
Luminaire and Accessories
| Product type | Order Code |
|---|
VL1600 PROFILE, Black 600W Bichromatic Light Engine , c/w 2 x VL Rails and
power input connector, Black| 74816-001
VL1600 PROFILE, White 600W Bichromatic Light Engine , c/w 2 x VL Rails and
power input connector, White| 4816-002
Accessories
| VL1600, Gobo carrier – no magnet | 443581625257 |
|---|---|
| VL1600, Gobo carrier – with magnet | 443581625258 |
| VL1600, EasySwap Color – carrie | 443581625229 |
| VL GT Truss hook rail per rail (Fits VL4000,VL6000,VL2600, VLZ, and VL10) |
22.9708.0835
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