Vari-Lite VL5LED Wash - 18 x 60W RGBALC LED Moving Head Wash with 18 x RGB LEDs and 8 to 35-Degree Zoom in White Finish

The Vari-Lite VL5LED Wash is a modern update to the legendary VL5, designed to bring powerful, high-quality LED wash lighting to any production while maintaining the vintage styling that made the original VL5 famous. This compact, high-output fixture integrates a range of innovative features that make it a versatile choice for modern-day lighting designs. Equipped with 18 x 60W RGBALC LEDs, the VL5LED Wash delivers a wide spectrum of rich, vibrant colors, and the use of the SmartColor Control System ensures that the fixture can be easily programmed for a variety of lighting needs without complexity. The addition of Dichro*fusion blades, first seen on the VL6500 Wash, allows for smooth, variable diffusion, enhancing the fixture's visual effects and providing designers with dynamic creative flexibility.

Designed to offer versatility in a compact form factor, the VL5LED Wash features a motorized zoom with a range of 8° to 35° and offers smooth, precise focusing for a wide range of applications. Whether you're creating soft washes or tight, sharp beams, the VL5LED Wash can be easily adjusted to suit any scenario. The LED blade lights, which illuminate the Dichro*fusion blades in a different color from the beam, offer an added dimension to the fixture, allowing for even more creative lighting effects. From chases to built-in effects, this innovative feature can be utilized to enhance stage visuals and create captivating displays of color and movement. The fixture's quiet operation, with selectable fan modes, ensures that it can be used in a wide range of environments, including those that require quieter operation, such as studios or smaller venues.

In addition to its advanced optical performance, the VL5LED Wash provides excellent color rendering capabilities. With a high CRI of over 90 and a broad color temperature range from 1800 K to 10,000 K, this fixture ensures that colors will look vibrant and natural both on camera and in live performances. The color mixing is achieved via the RGBALC system, which produces vivid, saturated colors, while the variable CTO control allows for smooth transitions between different color temperatures. The fixture also includes 32 calibrated color presets for quick access to popular color combinations, as well as effects like color chases and color wheel spins. When paired with the LED blade lights, the VL5LED Wash provides an abundance of creative possibilities for lighting designers.

The VL5LED Wash is built with the highest standards of durability in mind. Constructed from a combination of aluminum, steel, and fire-retardant ABS PC materials, the fixture is rugged and designed to withstand the rigors of touring. It features an IP20 rating, making it suitable for use in a wide range of environments, but it also ships with an optional lens kit for additional versatility in the field. The fixture's cooling system, a hybrid sealed liquid and forced air design, ensures optimal performance during long hours of operation. The VL5LED Wash is fully equipped with all the necessary connections, including DMX, ArtNet, and sACN protocols, and supports wireless DMX via Lumen Radio CRMX TimoTwo for added convenience during setup and operation.

Overall, the Vari-Lite VL5LED Wash is a high-performance, compact LED wash fixture that offers modern features, vintage aesthetics, and a wide range of creative options. Whether you are lighting a concert, theater production, or broadcast, the VL5LED Wash provides everything you need to bring your designs to life with ease and precision.

Features

• 18 x 60W RGBALC LEDs delivering vibrant, rich colors with high CRI (>90)
• SmartColor Control System for easy color adjustments without complexity
• Variable diffusion using Dichro*fusion blades, offering smooth, variable softening
• Motorized zoom range of 8° to 35° for flexible beam control
• LED blade lights for dynamic chases and effects with independent color control
• CRI boost and color correction filters for enhanced color rendering
• 32 calibrated color presets with effects like color chases, spins, and shakes
• Fan modes for quiet operation, including Standard, Studio, and Whisper modes
• High CRI and wide color temperature range (1800 K to 10,000 K) for excellent color rendering
• Built-in wireless DMX with Lumen Radio CRMX TimoTwo for easy setup and control
• LED pixel control for advanced effects and full pixel-mappable functionality
• Dimensions: 14 x 23 x 14 inches; Fixture weight: 52 lbs
• Operating temperature: -55°C to 45°C (14°F to 113°F)
• Certifications: CE, ETL, UL, FCC CSA, RoHS, ISO 9001

Specifications

Source

• LED: 18 x Hex chip RGBALC + 18 x RGB Tri chip
• Source Max Power Consumption: 18 x 60 W
• LED Refresh Rate: 900 Hz to 25 kHz
• Dimming: Electronic 16-bit
• Dimmer Curves: Square Law (Default), Linear, S-Curve
• Dimmer Control Option: On reduces auto dimmer smoothing
• Tungsten Fade: Selectable on/off
• Strobe Speed: 0-30 Hz
• Strobe Modes: Continuous, Random, Random Sync

Optical Performance

• Lens Size: 8.0 in
• Zoom Range: 8-35°
• Zoom Control: Motorized 16-Bit
• Output Lumens:
  • Standard - 14,000 Lumens
  • Studio - 12,000 Lumens
  • Whisper - 9,000 Lumens
• Smart Color CCT: 1800 K to 10,000 K
• CRI RA: >90
• Tm30: Rf 87.9 / Rg 104.5
• CQS: 92

Color System

• Additive Color Mixing: RGBALC
• Color Mixing Control: Smart Color Control, Open Source, Quick Color
• Color Calibration: Selectable On/Off
• Color Mixing Control Option: On reduces auto smoothing color to create faster color changes
• Variable CTT Control: 1800 to 10,000 K (Smart Color Mode)
• Color Presets: 32 Calibrated Colors
• Color Preset Effects: Color Preset Chase
• Chromatic Aberration Control: Magenta / Green shift control

Imaging

• Visual Effects System: 16 dedicated - Color mixing LED Blade lights, with macro effects, DMX controlled modifiers, full pixel-mappable mode available

Electrical

• Max Output Power Consumption: 1,320 W
• Power Connection: Neutrik TrueOne - Power in only
• Input Voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

Data

• Supported Protocols: DMX (RDM), ArtNet, sACN
• DMX Modes: 16-Bit (29 / 33 / 77 Channels); Open Source Control (33 / 81 Channels)
• Data Connections: 5 - Pin XLR Input and Thru, RJ45 Input, USB (Diagnostics - Firmware)
• Blade Pixel LED: 0 / 1 / 16 Pixels
• Manual Preset Mode: Advanced Feature local control

Noise Level / Fan Control

• Standard Mode: 44.5 dB
• Fan Mode: Continuous (On) / Auto Ramping
• Fan Level Preset: Standard, Studio, Whisper
• Cooling System Type: Hybrid sealed liquid and forced air system

Movement

• Pan Angle: 540°
• Pan Speed: 2.7 s / 3 s
• Tilt Angle: 220°
• Tilt Speed: 1.4 s

Mounting

• Hanging Type: 2 x VL Hook Rails - Short
• Hanging Centers: 15.0 in
• Fixture Mounting/Hanging Orientation: Hanging - Floor - Side
• Secondary Safety Wire Point: 1 x Safety point located on underside of upper enclosure; Safety Wire not included

Photometrics and IES Files

• Narrow @ 5 m / 16.4 ft: 17,190 lux (1,597 fc)
• Wide @ 5 m / 16.4 ft: 1,192 lux (111 fc)
• Narrow @ 10 m / 32.8 ft: 4,298 lux (399 fc)
• Wide @ 10 m / 32.8 ft: 298 lux (28 fc)

Physical

• Construction: Superstructure made of Aluminum, and steel metal plates, covers self-extinguishing fire retardant ABS PC (V0 class)
• IP Rating: IP20
• Standard Finish: Black
• Dimensions: 14 x 23 x 14 in
• Packed Dimensions: 27 x 17 x 13 in
• Fixture Weight: 52 lb
• Packed Weight: 70 lb
• Operating Temperature: -55°C (14-113°F)

Certification and Safety

• Approbations: CE, ETL, UL, FCC CSA, RoHS, ISO 9001