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Edition Notes The Ovation B-2805FC User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the Ovation B-2805FC as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks Chauvet, Chauvet Professional, the Chauvet logo, and Ovation are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 1 of 32...
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 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
2. Introduction Description The Ovation B-2805FC is the first batten-style fixture to take advantage of the extended color capabilities of the RGBA-Lime color mixing system. Control is easier than ever thanks to the incorporation of RDM, Art-Net™, and sACN in addition to standard DMX control. For maximum flexibility, up to 10 sections can be controlled individually whereas its easily accessible Virtual Color Wheel and Color Temperature presets make programming a breeze.
26.94 in 90.8 mm 684.4 mm 8.13 in 50.91 in 206.6 mm 1293 mm 54.84 in 1393 mm 69 in 1753 mm 5.04 in 128 mm 8.26 in 210 mm Page 4 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com. DMX Connection You can link the Ovation B-2805FC 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.
Master/Slave Connectivity The Master/Slave mode allows an Ovation B-2805FC (the master) to control one or more Ovation B- 2805FC products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One Ovation B-2805FC becomes the master when running an auto program, or by being in Static mode.
Procedure The Ovation B-2805FC has two threaded holes for mounting. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of the product. Use at least two mounting points per product. For the CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.
• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level. Menu Map Refer for the Ovation B-2805FC product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map. Main Level...
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C2040 - Lt Amber <000–255> Virtual color wheel chart section for Wheel Wheel C2050 - Md Amber specific values. C2060 - Dk Amber C1050 - Lt Red C1080 - Md Red Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 9 of 32...
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Speed 1) to slow (X-Fade Speed 4) X-Fade Speed 4 Auto 1 Auto 2 Selects automatic programs and auto Auto Show Auto 3 Speed 1–100 program speed Auto 4 Auto 5 Page 10 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
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Display backlight always on 1 (DMX) Universe 0–255 (Art-Net™) Sets universe for Art-Net™ or sACN Ethernet Setting 1-256 (sACN) IP Address _ _ _._ _ _._ _ _._ _ _ Sets IP address Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 11 of 32...
Use control configurations to operate the product with a controller. Control Protocol This setting allows you to choose the protocol with which to control the Ovation B-2805FC. 1. Go to the Protocol main level. 2. Select the desired control protocol (DMX512, ArtNet, or sACN).
• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the new personality setting. Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 13 of 32...
000 255 0–100% – Virtual Color Wheel 3 000 255 See the Virtual color wheel chart – Color Temperature 3 000 255 See the Preset color temperature chart Page 14 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
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Color Temperature 6 000 255 See the Preset color temperature chart 000 010 No function – Strobe 6 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast Red 7 000 255 0–100% Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 15 of 32...
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000 255 0–100% – – – 121 Red fine 10 000 255 0–100% 122 Green 10 000 255 0–100% – – – 123 Green fine 10 000 255 0–100% Page 16 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
Virtual color wheel chart – Color Temperature 2 000 255 See the Preset color temperature chart 000 010 No function – Strobe 2 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 19 of 32...
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000 010 No function – Strobe all 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast 000 015 No function – – – – Color macros 016 255 Color macros Page 20 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
000 010 No function – Strobe all 011 255 Strobe, slow to fast 000 015 No function – – – – Color macros 016 255 Color macros Page 22 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
Operation Virtual Color Wheel The Ovation B-2805FC 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.
2. Select from On or Off). Master/Slave The Master/Slave mode allows a group of Ovation B-2805FC products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another Ovation B-2805FC (the master) without a DMX controller. To set each of the slaves: 1.
Inverse Square: The output follows an inverse square-law curve. Dimmer Profiles This setting determines how fast the output of the Ovation B-2805FC changes when you modify the output value. This setting provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product.
2. Select No or Yes. Web Server The Ovation B-2805FC Web Server can be accessed by any computer on the same network as the product. It allows network access to system information, settings such as control protocol and starting address, color output testing, and the ability to change the Web Server password.
7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Do not spin the cooling fan using compressed air because you could damage it. Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 29 of 32...
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). Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13 Page 31 of 32...
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 32 of 32 Ovation B-2805FC User Manual Rev. 13...
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