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- Page 1 User Manual...
- Page 2 F3X as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, and F3X are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons, LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Flat Wall Installation ................Mounting Points on a Flat Wall ..............Mounting with Steel Struts ............... Spacers (Flat Wall Installation) ..................5. Joining Each F3X (Creating a Modular Design) ...... Vertically Joining the Panels..............Vertical Panel Connection ............... Horizontally Joining the Panels ............ - Page 4 Table of Contents 6. Connecting (Cabling) Each F3X..........Testing Signal and Power Connections..........Using the F3X Test Button ..............Connecting Power and Signal Cables ..........Connecting the Signal Between Joined Panels ........Custom Resolutions................. Signal Chain Rectangles ................. Connecting the Power Between Joined Panels........
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Page 5: Before You Begin
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used. Useful information. Pinch point warning. F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 6: Safety Notes
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. F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 7: Introduction
Product Description The F3X is a 3.9mm, high resolution, indoor rated video panel in a convenient 1000mm tall by 500mm wide form factor. Users can easily configure and drive content with the VIP Drive 10-5 Nova or the VIP Drive 83R Nova, powered by the Novastar control protocol. -
Page 8: Product Overview
Connections Size M12 (x6) Alignment Holes Female Speego Connections Alignment Magnets (x4) ® ® Seetronic Seetronic Alignment ® ® Powerkon Powerkon Conicals ® ® Alignment Seetronic Etherkon Alignment Bolts (x4) Signal Through Ports Magnets (x4) F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 9: Pixels Per Panel
Introduction Pixels per Panel LED Module Each pixel is 1 tri-color LED. The following table provides the pixels per panel in each F3X. For detailed specifications, refer to the Technical Specifications table at the end of this User Manual. Parameter... -
Page 10: Product Dimensions
19.68 in 500 mm 18.66 in 474 mm 17.48 in 444 mm 39.37 in 37.17 in 1000 mm 944 mm 14.21 in 361 mm 4 mm 5 mm 3.25 in 2.46 in 82.5 mm 62.55 mm F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 11: Setup
3. Setup AC Power The F3X has an auto-ranging power supply and can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. -
Page 12: Mounting
The F3X can be assembled to provide any number of modular designs. The panels on the top can be securely hung from a truss or other stable surface. Always hang in a safe position with adequate space for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance. -
Page 13: Drb-F50Cm Dual Function Rig Bar Dimensions
2.36 in 60 mm DRB-F100CM Dual Function Rig Bar Dimensions Sold Separately 6.65 in 4.72 in 169 mm 120 mm 5.2 in 39.35 in 132 mm 999.6 mm 39.55 in 1,007.4 mm 2.36 in 60 mm F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 14: Mounting With Dual Function Rig Bar (Hanging)
Connection) only after ensuring the alignment is correct. 7. To detach the Rig Bar from the F3X, reverse the previous steps. Tilt the panels away from each other to safely release the magnetic attachments. The alignment magnets on the F3X and Dual Function Rig Bar are designed to temporarily hold the weight of the panel to allow the user to properly align and tighten the panel into place. -
Page 15: Truss Installation
All Rig Bars in a panel assembly must be mounted individually to the mounting point! Adjacent Rig Bars will NOT support the attached weight! WARNING: This product should only be used by competent and qualified persons. F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 16: Mounting With Dual Function Rig Bar (Stacking)
Do not release panel until the hanging hardware has been fully secured. Removing the Feet To remove the feet (alignment bolts) from the F3X, twist them counter-clockwise with a 5 mm wrench until they come loose. 5 mm... -
Page 17: Flat Wall Installation
Spacers greater than 5 mm thick must be used at each mounting point, between the panels and the struts. The illustrations above are examples only. Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for the proper installation of the product. F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 18: Spacers (Flat Wall Installation)
When mounting to a flat wall, spacers greater than 5 mm thick must be used at each mounting point, between the panels and the struts, as in the diagram below. Spacer Module (>5 mm) M10 Bolt Steel Strut F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 19: Joining Each F3X (Creating A Modular Design)
Vertically Joining the Panels Each F3X can be easily joined vertically to a truss using an optional rig bar and the 2 female Speego connections located at the top corners of each panel. Use the male Speego connections at the bottom of each panel to connect additional panels. -
Page 20: Vertical Panel Connection
Joining Each F3X (Creating a Modular Design) Vertical Panel Connection Use the following instructions to join panels vertically: 1. Line up the alignment conicals at the top of each panel, and the alignment magnets at the top and bottom of each panel. -
Page 21: Horizontally Joining The Panels
Joining Each F3X (Creating a Modular Design) Horizontally Joining the Panels Each F3X can be easily joined horizontally using the Speego connections on the inside, upper and lower left sides of each panel. Horizontal Panel Connection Use the following instructions to join panels horizontally: 1. -
Page 22: Connecting (Cabling) Each F3X
Using the F3X Test Button Each F3X has a Test button, used to ensure all LEDs are functional. Use the Test button on each panel to perform a self-test. If self-testing, the user must perform the test individually for each F3X. It is not necessary to connect to a signal or use software. -
Page 23: Connecting Power And Signal Cables
Using this panel configuration with this input resolution may cause clipping or distortion. To compensate for this restraint, lower the refresh rate. Doing this can make it possible for a height of up to 8 F3X panels at 30 Hz, depending on the resolution width and height. -
Page 24: Signal Chain Rectangles
Nova, they form horizontal rows and vertical columns in rectangular arrangements. Each port of one of the above mentioned VIP Drive products can connect to 20 F3X panels. If more than 20 panels are used, more than 1 output port from the VIP Drive will be required. -
Page 25: Connecting The Power Between Joined Panels
3. The connections continue until all panels are connected. Connect power between the panels using the same procedure as the signal only using the Power Input and Power Output connectors. Always adhere to the power-linking specifications for each F3X model. Refer to the... -
Page 26: Led Module Care And Replacement
A and B Modules The F3X has 2 types of modules, designed to only plug in to the Service Module from one direction. Check the orientation of the LED LOT # label to determine whether the module is an A type (top half, connector down) or a B type (bottom half, connector up). -
Page 27: F3X Led Module Removal
F3X LED Module Removal Removing a Module from the Rear To remove an LED module from the rear of the F3X: 1. Identify which module needs to be removed. 2. Carefully grip the module by the handles from the rear of the panel assembly. -
Page 28: Removing And Replacing The Led Masks
8 Masks per Module Rear Side To replace one of the LED masks on an F3X LED module, follow the instructions below: 1. Remove the module from the F3X (see F3X LED Module Removal). 2. Remove the 20 screws securing the mask with a Phillips-head screwdriver. -
Page 29: F3X Serviceability
Module The F3X service module can be accessed and serviced from either the front of the panel or the rear of the panel at any time, so panels can be serviced when access to either the front or the rear is restricted or impossible. - Page 30 F3X Serviceability To access the F3X service module from the rear of the panel, remove the 4 screws indicated in the diagram below. Use caution when removing these screws, as the cover of the service module will be detached from the panel frame. All components in the service module are attached to the cover.
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Page 31: Typical F3X Installation (Hanging)
Open and examine the F3X road case to make sure all products and accessories are present and that each one is in good condition. Step 2 Apply power and run the self-test for each F3X to ensure all LEDs and inside connections in each panel are working (optional). Step 3 Create a stable mounting surface (e.g., truss or other stable surface) for F3X mounting. -
Page 32: Operation
Total panel orientation (when compatible) The RCFGX file does not contain brightness/chroma calibration data or mapping data (panel layout). Each of these are stored as separate files.To load a new RCFGX file onto an F3X panel, follow the steps under Updating RCFGX Files (NovaLCT) Updating RCFGX Files (SmartLCT). -
Page 33: Updating Rcfgx Files (Novalct)
Operation Updating RCFGX Files (NovaLCT) To update the RCFGX files of F3X products through NovaLCT: 1. Connect the VIP Drive being used to a computer with NovaLCT installed. 2. Open the NovaLCT software. 3. Click User (U) in the menu running across the top of the window to open the drop-down menu. -
Page 34: Rotating The Video Panel Orientation (Novalct)
12. When the file is loaded successfully, press OK to close the confirmation window. Rotating the Video Panel Orientation (NovaLCT) When mounting F3X panels sideways (90° or 270°), their orientation must be set in the mapping software. To do this through NovaLCT 1. -
Page 35: Updating Rcfgx Files (Smartlct)
3. Open a saved design or create a new design and map the products as needed. 4. Select the desired products (of the same type) from the products which are mapped. 5. Right click on one of the selected products (F6 Strip IP from Chauvet Professional shown for example purposes only). -
Page 36: Technical Information
As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear. To clean an F3X, follow the recommendations below: 1. Unplug the panel from power. -
Page 37: Technical Specifications
6 @ 1920x1536, 30 Hz 6 @ 1920x1536, 30 Hz 6 @ 3840x1080, 30 Hz Ordering Product Name Item Name Item Code UPC Number F3X (4-Pack Road Case) F3XX4 23091316 781462216641 UL 62368-1 CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 E114016 F3X User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 38: Contact Us
For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our website. For customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration. For customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration. F3X User Manual Rev. 2...
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