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• 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-915FC is a full-color Fresnel-style LED lighting fixture with 16-bit dimming resolution for smooth fades. It delivers a beautiful flat, even field of light. Its motorized zoom, with a range between 30° and 85°, is controlled either manually or via DMX. Simple and complex DMX channel profiles offer programming versatility.
Neutrik® powerCON® in/out Fuse holder Product Dimensions 17.8 in 452 mm 12.59 in 320 mm 22.41 in 10.82 in 569 mm 275 mm 8.31 in 7.56 in 211 mm 192 mm Page 4 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...
Always replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating. DMX Linking The Ovation F-915FC 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.
Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs. Procedure The Ovation F-915FC 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.
<Zoom> Push twice, then turn to increase or decrease the zoom Control Options Set the Ovation F-915FC starting address in the 001-512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 12 products in the 18-channel personality. Programming Refer to the Menu Map to understand the menu options.
18-channel: 116-bit RGBAL control, 16-bit dimmer, strobe, virtual color 18Ch wheel, color temperature, zoom, motor reset, red shift 3-channel: hue, saturation, value Page 8 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...
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(0– Color Mixer 100%) Amber Lime Selects automatic programs and auto Auto Show Auto 1–5 1–100 program speed Zoom 0–255 Controls zoom Red Shift Mimics halogen lamp dimming Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8 Page 9 of 22...
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_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Shows product UID Keeps zoom in last position when powered on Reset Zoom w/ Power Resets zoom to home position when powered on Reset Resets the product to factory default Factory settings Page 10 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...
Go to the Red Shift main level. Select On or Off. Master/Slave The Master/Slave mode allows a group of Ovation F-915FC products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another Ovation F-915FC (the master) without a DMX controller. To set each of the slaves: Go to the Master/Slave main level Select Slave.
Keep a safe distance from flammable objects. Back Light This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the Ovation F-915FC’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel. Go to the Back Light main level.
Virtual Color Wheel (VCW) The Ovation F-915FC 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.
000 200 No function Motor reset 201 220 Motor reset 221 255 No function 000 010 No function Red shift 011 127 128 255 Page 14 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...
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-915FC User Manual Rev. 8 Page 15 of 22...
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 18 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...
5.98 m 10.72 m 20.38 m 29.60 m 25 m 7.47 m 13.40 m 25.48 m 37.00 m 30 m 8.97 m 16.08 m 30.57 m 44.40 m Field Beam Field Page 20 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...
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 22 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 8...