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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Edition Notes The Ovation F-915FC User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the Ovation F-915FC as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and Ovation F-915FC are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    7 Ch..........................13 5 Ch..........................13 3 Ch..........................13 HSV..........................13 1 Ch..........................13 Virtual Color Wheel ......................14 Configuration (Standalone) ................Static Mode ........................15 Auto Programs ....................... 15 Zoom ..........................15 Master/Slave ........................16 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...
  • Page 4 Fan Mode ........................16 Back Light ........................16 System Information ......................16 Zoom Reset........................17 Factory Reset......................... 17 5. Technical Information ..............Product Maintenance ..................6. Technical Specifications ............Photometrics Charts..................7. Returns..................8. Contact Us .................. Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    Any reference to 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. Page 1 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 6: Safety Notes

    40,000 to 50,000 hours. If extending this lifespan is vital, lower the operating temperature by improving the ventilation around the product, thus reducing the ambient temperature. In addition, limiting the overall projection intensity may extend the LEDs’ lifespan. Page 2 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    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° to 85°, is controlled either manually or via DMX. Simple and complex DMX channel profiles offer programming versatility.

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Introduction Product Overview Tilt Adjustment Knob (x2) Menu Buttons Display Knob 1 Knob 3 Knob 2 Neutrik® powerCON® DMX In/Out In/Out Fuse Holder Page 4 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 9: Product Dimensions

    Introduction Product Dimensions 17.8 in 452 mm 22.41 in 569 mm 10.82 in 275 mm 12.59in 8.31 in 7.56 in 320 mm 211 mm 192 mm Page 5 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 10: Setup

    DMX-compatible products with this product, you can control each individually with a single DMX controller. DMX Personalities The Ovation F-915FC uses a 3- or 5-pin DMX data connection for the 1 Ch, 3 Ch, 5 Ch, 7 Ch, 11 Ch, 13 Ch, 14 Ch, 17 Ch, and HSV DMX personalities.

  • Page 11: Mounting

    Procedure The Ovation F-915FC comes with a bracket to which you can attach a mounting clamp directly. 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. For the CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.

  • Page 12: Control Panel Operation

    Knob 3 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 30 products in the 17-channel 17 Ch personality. Programming Refer to the Menu Map to understand the menu options.
  • Page 13 Sets red LED maximum value Green Sets green LED maximum value White Balance Manual Blue <125–255> Sets blue LED maximum value Amber Sets amber LED maximum value Lime Sets lime LED maximum value Page 9 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 14: Configuration (Dmx)

    • Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the new personality setting. Page 10 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 15: Starting Address

     Amber 255 0–100%  Lime 255 0–100%  010 No function  Strobe 255 Strobe, slow to fast  Virtual Color Wheel 255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart  Page 11 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...
  • Page 16 255 0–100%  Green 255 0–100%  Blue 255 0–100%  Amber 255 0–100%  Lime 255 0–100%  010 No function  Strobe 255 Strobe, slow to fast  Page 12 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 17: Hsv

    Preset Color Temperature Chart  Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 255 0–100%  Saturation 255 0–100%  Value 255 0–100%  1 Ch Channel Function Value Percent/Setting Set in Menu Map 255 0–100%  Page 13 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 18: Virtual Color Wheel

    Operation Virtual Color Wheel The Ovation F-915FC 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.

  • Page 19: Configuration (Standalone)

    Select the desired speed (1–100). The auto programs cannot be edited. Zoom The zoom setting allows standalone control of the motorized zoom. Go to the Zoom main level Select the desired zoom level (0–255). Page 15 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 20: Master/Slave

    The master should be the first product in the daisy chain. Dimmer Profiles This setting determines how fast the output of the Ovation F-915FC changes when you modify the output value. This setting provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product.

  • Page 21: Zoom Reset

    Operation Zoom Reset This setting determines whether the zoom resets when power is applied to the Ovation F-915FC. Go to the Reset Zoom w/ Power main level. Select No (zoom stays in last command position when power was removed) or Yes (zoom resets when power is applied to the product).

  • Page 22: Product Maintenance

    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. Page 18 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    I/O Connector Channel Range 3- and 5-pin XLR 1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 14 or 17 Ordering Product Name Item Name Item Code UPC Number Ovation F-915FC OVATIONF915FC 03031389 781462217372 Page 19 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 24: Photometrics Charts

    15.29 m 22.20 m 20 m 5.98 10.72 20.38m 29.60 m 25 m 7.47 13.40 25.48 m 37.00 m 30 m 8.97 16.08 30.57 m 44.40 m Field Beam Field Page 20 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 25: Returns

    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 21 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

  • Page 26: Contact Us

    Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support. Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico, France, Germany, or Benelux, contact the dealer of record. Page 22 of 22 Ovation F-915FC User Manual Rev. 6...

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