Setup; Ac Power; Ac Plug; Power Linking - Chauvet Ovation F-915VW User Manual

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3. Setup

AC Power

Each Ovation F-915VW has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 to
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for each Ovation F-915VW, refer to the label
affixed to the product or to the
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. For more
information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure
the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if
the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.

AC Plug

The Ovation F-915VW comes with a power input cord terminated with a Neutrik® powerCON® connector
on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the power input cord that came with the
product has no plug, or if the plug needs to be changed, use the table below to wire the new plug.
Connection
AC Live
AC Neutral
AC Ground

Power Linking

The product supports power linking. It is possible to power link up to 7 products at 120 V, up to 13 products
at 208 V, or up to 14 products at 230 V. This product comes with a power input cord. Power-linking cables
are available for purchase from Chauvet.

Fuse Replacement

1. Disconnect this product from the power outlet.
2. Using a Phillips #2 head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace with another fuse of the same type and rating (T 3.15 A, 250 V).
4. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
Make sure to disconnect the product's power cord before replacing a blown fuse.
Always replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.

DMX Linking

The Ovation F-915VW can be linked to a DMX controller using a 3- and 5-pin DMX connection. If using
other DMX-compatible products with this product, it is possible to control each individually with a single
DMX controller.

DMX Personalities

The Ovation F-915VW uses a 3- and 5-pin DMX data connection for the 2Ch, 5Ch, 7Ch, 7Ch2, 10, 14Ch,
17Ch, and 19Ch DMX personalities.
• Refer to the Introduction
• Refer to the Operation
personalities.
• The DMX Values
For information about DMX standards, Master/Slave connectivity, or the DMX cables
needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from the
Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.

Remote Device Management (RDM)

Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate
bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller's User Manual or with the
manufacturer, as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The Ovation F-915VW supports RDM
protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
Ovation F-915VW User Manual Rev. 5
Technical Specifications
Wire (U.S.)
Black
White
Green/Yellow
for a brief description of each DMX personality.
chapter to learn how to configure the Ovation F-915VW to work in these
section provides detailed information regarding the DMX personalities.
chart in this manual.
Wire (Europe)
Brown
Blue
Green/Yellow
Screw Color
Yellow or Brass
Silver
Green
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