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1. Edition Notes The Ovation C-805FC User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the Ovation C-805FC as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and Ovation C-805FC are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...
Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of Neutrik® powerCON® cables. The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data transmission protocol. Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 1 of 27...
LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000 hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit the overall intensity. Page 2 of 27 Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5...
2. Introduction Description The Ovation C-805FC is a compact cyclorama wash light capable of displaying a full spectrum of hues with RGBAL LEDs. It is theater-ready with full RGBA-Lime color mixing with modes providing full 16-bit dimming. Two individually adjustable heads offer great coverage.
DMX Linking You can link the Ovation C-805FC to a DMX controller using a 3- or 5-pin DMX connection. If using other DMX-compatible products with this product, you can control each individually with a single DMX controller. DMX Personalities...
Setup Master/Slave Connectivity The Master/Slave mode allows a Ovation C-805FC (the master) to control one or more Ovation C-805FC products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One Ovation C-805FC becomes the master when running in auto show or VCW modes.
Setup Procedure The Ovation C-805FC comes with a double-bracketed yoke to which you can either attach mounting clamps for hanging or simply use as a floor stand. You must supply the mounting clamps. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this product. Use at least one mounting point per product.
<DOWN> function Control Options Set the Ovation C-805FC starting address in the 001-512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 16 products in the 31-channel RGBAL FULL 31CH personality. Programming Refer to the Menu Map to understand the menu options. The menu map shows the main level and a variable number of programming levels for each option.
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C5060 - Dk Blue C5690 - Indigo C5080 - VDk Blue C5081 - VDk Blue 2 C4370 - Yel Green C4070 - Green C4550 - Turquoise C4560 - Aqua C4570 - Blue Green Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 9 of 27...
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Sets blue LED maximum value Balance Manual 125–255 Sets amber LED maximum Amber value Sets lime LED maximum Lime value 600Hz 1200Hz 2000Hz Selects the PWM output 2400Hz Frequency frequency 6000Hz 18KHz 25KHz Page 10 of 27 Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5...
Select the starting address (001–512). The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows: 1-Cell 2-Cell DMX-VCW-CCT RGBA RGBAL RGB EXT RGBA EXT RGBAL EXT RGBAL Fine RGBAL FULL Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 11 of 27...
Operation 2-Cell DMX Values Ovation C-805FC Sections for DMX Cell Control RGBAL Full 31CH Channel Function Value Percent/Setting Dimmer 000 255 0–100% Fine Dimmer 000 255 0–100% Red 1 000 255 0–100% Red Fine 1 000 255 0–100% Green 1 000 ...
Refer to the Color Temperature Chart section for specific Color Temperature 2 000 255 values 000 010 No function Strobe 2 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast Page 14 of 27 Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5...
Refer to the Color Temperature Chart section for specific Color Temperature 000 255 values 000 010 No function Strobe 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 17 of 27...
Virtual Color Wheel 000 255 Refer to the Color Chart section for specific values Refer to the Color Temperature Chart section for specific Color Temperature 000 255 values Page 18 of 27 Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5...
The master should be the first product in the daisy chain. White Balance This setting allows for selection of the white balance shown by the Ovation C-805FC when the color setting is RGBAL and the DMX controller’s red, green, blue, amber, and lime faders are set to 255.
2. Select PWM Frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 2400Hz, 6000Hz, 18Khz, or 25Khz). Back Light This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the Ovation C-805FC’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
Operation Virtual Color Wheel The Ovation C-805FC includes a feature called the Virtual Color Wheel (VCW). This feature is available as a stand-alone control mode for manual use and also as a control channel in select DMX personalities. Over 30 pre-mixed colors, custom blended by our engineers, are available to call up for easier programming.
The color temperatures above are simulated renditions of the color output produced as compared to a tungsten lamp at the specified color temperature. Chauvet makes no guarantee of the color output accuracy. Page 22 of 27 Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5...
Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 23 of 27...
14.56 x 21.72 m 26.48 x 34.16 m 25 m 18.20 x 27.15 m 33.09 x 42.70 m 30 m 21.84 x 32.58 m 39.71 x 51.24 m Field Beam Field Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 25 of 27...
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended. Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product(s). Page 26 of 27 Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5...
Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support. Outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact the dealer of record. Ovation C-805FC User Manual Rev. 5 Page 27 of 27...
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