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If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate customer’s claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
• In the event of a serious operation problem, stop using this product immediately! If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support. Expected LED Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, primarily because of heat. LEDs that are arranged in clusters experience higher operating temperatures than single LEDs.
2. Introduction Description The Ovation F-55FC is a full-color RGBAL inkie Fresnel-style fixture. The virtual color wheel and color temperature presets are shared from Chauvet’s other full-color Ovation fixtures. A manual zoom with a 32° to 87° field angle allows the product to have a soft field of light when needed.
Manual zoom control knob DMX in/out Fixed power cord Product Dimensions 6.79 in 173 mm 4.64 in 118 mm 9.64 in 245 mm 6.53 in 166 mm 3.3 in 84 mm Page 4 of 20 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3...
Always replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating. DMX Linking The Ovation F-55FC can be linked to a DMX controller using a 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.
Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs. Procedure The Ovation F-55FC comes with a double-bracketed yoke that can be used as a floor stand or to which mounting clamps can be attached for hanging. Mounting clamps must be purchased separately. Ensure that the clamps can support the weight of this product.
Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a <DOWN> function Control Options Set the Ovation F-55FC starting address in the 001-512 DMX range. 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.
C5060 - Dk Blue C5690 - Indigo C5080 - VDk Blue C5081 - VDk Blue 2 C4370 - Yel Green C4070 - Green C4550 - Turquoise C4560 - Aqua C4570 - Blue Green Page 8 of 20 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3...
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Version V_._ Shows current firmware version _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Shows product UID Reset Resets the product to factory default Factory settings Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3 Page 9 of 20...
Go to the Red Shift main level. Select On or Off. Master/Slave The Master/Slave mode allows a group of Ovation F-55FC products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another Ovation F-55FC (the master) without a DMX controller. To set each of the slaves: Go to the Master/Slave main level Select Slave.
Select PWM Frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25Khz). Back Light This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the Ovation F-55FC’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
Virtual Color Wheel (VCW) The Ovation F-55FC includes a feature called the Virtual Color Wheel (VCW). This feature is available as a standalone control mode for manual use and as a control channel in select DMX personalities. More than 30 premixed colors, custom blended by Chauvet engineers, are available to call up for easier programming.
000 255 0–100% 000 010 No function Strobe 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast 000 010 No function Red shift 011 127 128 255 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3 Page 13 of 20...
000 255 Refer to Virtual Color Wheel Chart Color temperature 000 255 Refer to Color Temperature Chart 000 010 No function Red shift 011 127 128 255 Page 14 of 20 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3...
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. Page 16 of 20 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3...
6.34 m 11.47 m 37.96 m 26.48 m 25 m 7.92 m 14.34 m 47.45 m 33.09 m 30 m 9.50 m 17.20 m 56.94 m 39.71 m Field Beam Field Page 18 of 20 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3...
Send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags. Clearly label the package with the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number. Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box.
Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support. Outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, France, Germany, Benelux, or Mexico, contact the dealer of record. Page 20 of 20 Ovation F-55FC User Manual Rev. 3...