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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 P-56VW is a compact, bright, and virtually silent PAR that produces a homogenized, flat, and even field of light from an advanced, single-source LED. The unit features a six-color LED system that produces nearly any temperature of white with high CRI and CQS. The par’s color temperature can be further adjusted for +/- green, making it ideal for TV studios and broadcasted events.
NTRODUCTION Product Overview 5-pin DMX Menu buttons in/out 3-pin DMX in/out Power in Fuse Power out Bracket Gel frame Gel frame holder clip Tilt adjustment handle Page 4 of 23 Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4...
174 mm 6.665 in 8.15 in 159 mm 207 mm 4.72 in 120 mm 10.28 in 261 mm 17.76 in 451 mm 12.56 in 319 mm 7.52 in 191 mm Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 5 of 23...
Always replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating. DMX Linking The Ovation P-56VW 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 P-56VW 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.
ETUP Alternate Lens Changing Procedure The Ovation P-56VW has the ability to have different types of lenses installed. The interchangeable lenses allow the product to have alternate beam angles. To remove the lens Pull knob up. Grab the tab on the lens, and pull it out of the fixture.
Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a <DOWN> function Control Options Set the Ovation P-56VW starting address in the 001-512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 20 products in the 18-channel personality. Programming Refer to the Menu Map to understand the menu options.
16Ch orange, green, royal blue, blue, and lime, strobe, red shift 18-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit red, 18Ch orange, green, royal blue, blue, and lime, strobe, color temperature, hue, red shift Page 10 of 23 Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4...
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Receives DMX signal from the master unit Linear Square Dimmer Sets the dimmer curve Curve I Square SCurve Linear dimmer Dimmer Dimming curves, from fast (Dimmer 1) Mode Dimmer 1–3 to slow (Dimmer 3) Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 11 of 23...
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Version V_._ Shows current firmware version _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Shows product UID Reset Resets the product to factory default Factory settings Page 12 of 23 Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4...
Select the desired option (Linear, Square, I Squa, or SCurve). Dimmer Profiles This setting determines how fast the output of the Ovation P-56VW changes when the output value is modified. It provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product.
Keep a safe distance from flammable objects. Back Light This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the Ovation P-56VW’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel. Go to the Back Light main level.
7500K 8000K The color temperatures above are simulated renditions of the color output produced compared with a tungsten lamp at the specified color temperature. Chauvet makes no guarantee of the color output accuracy. Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 15 of 23...
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 Page 16 of 23 Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4...
000 255 -25–25 000 010 No function Strobe 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast 000 010 No function Red shift 011 127 128 255 Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 17 of 23...
011 127 128 255 Channel Function Value Percent/Setting Dimmer 000 255 0–100% (color set through menu) 000 010 No function Red shift 011 127 128 255 Page 18 of 23 Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4...
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 P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 19 of 23...
7.41 m 12.61 m 20.38 m 36.02 m 25 m 9.27 m 15.76 m 25.48 m 45.02 m 30 m 11.12 m 18.92 m 30.57 m 54.02 m Field Beam Field Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 21 of 23...
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. Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 4 Page 23 of 23...
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