Chauvet F-915FC User Manual

User Manual

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.

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CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and Ovation F-915FC 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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Intended Audience

Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide
that shipped with the product, as well as this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this
product.

Disclaimer

Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However,
Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss,
damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or
omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the
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Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest
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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1

What Is Included ........................................................................................... 1

Claims ........................................................................................................... 1

Manual Conventions ..................................................................................... 1

Symbols ........................................................................................................ 1

Safety Notes.................................................................................................. 2

Personal Safety.............................................................................................................. 2

Mounting and Rigging .................................................................................................... 2

Power and Wiring........................................................................................................... 2

Operation ...................................................................................................... 2

Expected LED Lifespan................................................................................. 2

2. Introduction ................................................................................ 3

Description .................................................................................................... 3

Features........................................................................................................ 3

Product Overview.......................................................................................... 4

Product Dimensions...................................................................................... 5

3. Setup ........................................................................................... 6

AC Power...................................................................................................... 6

AC Plug .......................................................................................................................... 6

Power Linking................................................................................................................. 6

DMX Linking.................................................................................................. 6

DMX Personalities.......................................................................................................... 6

Remote Device Management (RDM)............................................................ 6

Master/Slave Connectivity............................................................................. 6

Mounting ....................................................................................................... 7

Orientation...................................................................................................................... 7

Rigging ........................................................................................................................... 7

Procedure....................................................................................................................... 7

4. Operation .................................................................................... 8

Control Panel Operation................................................................................ 8

Control Options ............................................................................................. 8

Programming................................................................................................. 8

Menu Map ...................................................................................................................... 8

Configuration (DMX) ..................................................................................... 10

Control Personalities ...................................................................................................... 10

Starting Address............................................................................................................. 11

DMX Values .................................................................................................. 11

17 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 11

14 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 11

13 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 12

11 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 12

7 Ch................................................................................................................................ 13

5 Ch................................................................................................................................ 13

3 Ch................................................................................................................................ 13

HSV................................................................................................................................ 13

1 Ch................................................................................................................................ 13

Virtual Color Wheel ........................................................................................................ 14

Configuration (Standalone) ........................................................................... 15

Static Mode .................................................................................................................... 15

Auto Programs ............................................................................................................... 15

Zoom .............................................................................................................................. 15

Master/Slave .................................................................................................................. 16

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Dimmer Profiles.............................................................................................................. 16

White Balance ................................................................................................................ 16

LED Frequency .............................................................................................................. 16

Fan Mode ....................................................................................................................... 16

Back Light ...................................................................................................................... 16

System Information ........................................................................................................ 16

Zoom Reset.................................................................................................................... 17

Factory Reset................................................................................................................. 17

5. Technical Information ................................................................ 18

Product Maintenance .................................................................................... 18

6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 19

Photometrics Charts...................................................................................... 20

7. Returns........................................................................................ 21

8. Contact Us .................................................................................. 22

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Before You Begin

1. Before You Begin

What Is Included

• Ovation F-915FC

• Neutrik® powerCON® Power Cord

Claims

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the
package and are in good condition.

If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show
signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier
immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.

For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed
damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.

Manual Conventions

Convention Meaning

1–512 A range of values

50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen

<SET> A button on the product’s control panel

Settings A product function or a menu option

Symbols

• Gel Frame (7.5 in/191 mm accessories)

• Quick Reference Guide

Symbol Meaning

Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to
the product, accessories, or the user.

Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these
instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause
harm to the operator.

Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function
correctly if this information is not used.

Useful information.

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.

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Before You Begin

Safety Notes

Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain important
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.

This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians. Do not
open the housing or attempt any repairs.

All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this
product.

Personal Safety

• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.

• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse.

• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.

• Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.

Mounting and Rigging

• This product is not intended for permanent installation.

• This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture. (IP20)

• CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g. cold truck to
warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid
causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting
it to power.

• Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent
surfaces.

• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.

• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.

• Never carry the product by the power cord.

Power and Wiring

• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.

• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance with the
specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.

• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.

• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.

• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.

• Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.

Operation

• Do not operate this product if there is damage on the housing, lenses, or cables. Have the damaged
parts replaced by an authorized technician at once.

• Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.

• The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.

• 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. For this reason, operating clustered
LEDs at their fullest intensity significantly reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under normal conditions, this
lifespan is 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.

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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. Virtually silent operation makes it ideal for use in any situation.

Features

• Operating modes:

• 1 Ch: manual color mixer, virtual color wheel, or color temperature

• 3 Ch: Dimmer, virtual color wheel, color temperature

• 5 Ch: RGBAL control

• 7 Ch: Dimmer, RGBAL control, strobe

• 11 Ch: 16-bit dimmer, RGBAL control, strobe, virtual color wheel, color temperature, zoom

• 13 Ch: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL control, strobe

• 14 Ch: Dimmer, RGBAL control, strobe, virtual color wheel, color temperature, auto programs,

auto speed, dimmer speed mode, zoom, and motor reset

• 17 Ch: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL control, strobe, virtual color wheel, color temperature,

zoom, motor reset

• HSV: Hue, saturation, value

• Full Color LED (RGBAL) Fresnel lighting fixture for theatre, film and production

• Smooth, motorized zoom from 30° to 85°

• Beautiful 16-bit dimming of master dimmer and individual colors

• Easy to use on board control of color, zoom and dimming

• Virtual Color wheel with color matched to popular gel colors

• Color Temperature Presets from 2800 K to 6500 K with high CRI and CQS

• RDM (Remote Device Management) for added flexibility

• Adjustable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) to avoid flickering on camera

• Virtually silent operation for use in studio and theatre applications

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Product Overview

Introduction

Tilt Adjustment Knob (x2)

Menu Buttons

Knob 1

Knob 2

Neutrik® powerCON®

In/Out

Fuse Holder

Display

Knob 3

DMX In/Out

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Introduction

Product Dimensions

10.82 in
275 mm

17.8 in

452 mm

22.41 in
569 mm

12.59in

320 mm

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8.31 in

211 mm

7.56 in

192 mm

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Setup

3. Setup

AC Power

Each Ovation F-915FC has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 to
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for each Ovation F-915FC, refer to the label
affixed to the product. You can also refer to the Technical Specifications chart in this manual.

The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. For more
information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com

• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make
sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire.

• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.

Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if
the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.

AC Plug

The Ovation F-915FC comes with a power input cord terminated with a Neutrik® powerCON® connector
on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the power input cord that came with your
product has no plug, or if you need the change the plug, use the table below to wire the new plug.

Connection Wire (U.S.) Wire (Europe) Screw Color

AC Live Black Brown Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral White Blue Silver
AC Ground Green/Yellow Green/Yellow Green

Power Linking

The product supports power linking. You can power link up to 6 products at 120 V; up to 10 at 208 V; or up
to 12 at 230 V.

This product comes with a power input cord. Power linking cables are available from Chauvet for purchase.

DMX Linking

You can link the Ovation F-915FC 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.

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.

• Refer to the Introduction

• Refer to the Operation

• The DMX Values section provides detailed information regarding the control personalities.

If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, Master/
Slave connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller,
download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com

chapter for a brief description of each DMX personality.

chapter to learn how to configure the Ovation F-915FC to work in these personalities.

Remote Device Management (RDM)

Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate
bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller’s User Manual or with the
manufacturer as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The Ovation F-915FC supports RDM protocol
that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.

Master/Slave Connectivity

The Master/Slave mode allows an Ovation F-915FC (the master) to control one or more Ovation F-915FC
products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One Ovation F-915FC becomes the master when running an
auto program, or by being in Static mode.

You must configure each slave’s control panel to operate in Slave mode. During Master/Slave operation,
the slaves will operate in unison with the master.

DO NOT connect a DMX controller to products operating in Master/Slave mode. The
DMX controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master.

• The Operation
configure the master and slaves.

• If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, or the
DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX
Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com

section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to

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Setup

Mounting

Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
For our CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/.

Orientation

Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation,
configuration, and maintenance.

Rigging

Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.

• Before deciding on a location for the product, make sure there is easy access to the product for
maintenance and programming purposes.

• Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s
weight. See the Technical Specifications

• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a
rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.

• When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.

• When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power linking cables to
reach.

• The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the
desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the
knobs.

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

Mounting Diagram

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for weight information.

Safety Cables

Bracket Adjustment Knobs

Mounting Clamps

Brackets

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Operation

4. Operation

Control Panel Operation

Button Function

<MENU> Exits from the current menu or function

<ENTER>

<UP> Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric value when in a function

<DOWN> Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a function

Knob 1 Push twice, then turn to select the color temperature.
Knob 2 Push twice, then turn to increase or decrease the dimmer
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. The menu map shows the main level and a
variable number of programming levels for each option.

• To go to the desired main level, press <MENU> repeatedly until the option shows on the display.

• To select an option or value within the current programming level, press <UP> or <DOWN> until

• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.

Menu Map

Main Level Programming Levels Description

DMX

Address

DMX

Channel

Virtual

Color Wheel

Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the current function

Press <ENTER> to select. This will take you to the first programming level for that option.

the option shows on the display. Press <ENTER> to select. In this case, if there is another
programming level, you will see that first option, or you will see the selected value.

Selects DMX address (highest channel
restricted to personality chosen)

1-channel: RGBAL,VCW, color temperatureColor Temperature

11-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBAL, strobe,
VCW, color temperature, zoom

13-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL,
strobe

14-channel: dimmer, RGBAL, strobe, VCW,
color temperature, auto show, auto speed,
dimmer speed mode, zoom, motor reset

17-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL,
strobe, VCW, color temperature, zoom, motor
reset

Virtual color wheel simulates the output of
each gel color. Refer to the Virtual Color

Wheel Chart section for specific values.

1 Ch

Virtual

Color

Wheel

001–510*

Virtual Color Wheel

Manual Color Mixer
3 Ch 3-channel: dimmer, VCW, color temperature
5 Ch 5-channel: RGBAL
7 Ch 7-channel: dimmer, RGBAL, strobe

11 Ch

13 Ch

14 Ch

17 Ch

HSV 3-channel: hue, saturation, value

C3050-Md Yellow

C3040-Lt Yellow

C3240-Amb Yellow

C2340-VLt Amber

C2040-Lt Amber

C2050-Md Amber

C2060-Dk Amber

C1050-Lt Red

Dimmer

<000–255>

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Main Level Programming Levels Description

C1080-Md Red
C1020-NC Pink
C1030-Md Pink

C1630-Dk Pink

C1250-Md Red

Amber

C1060-Dk Red

Amber

C1650-Magenta
C6170-Dk Magenta
C6020-Lt Lavender

Virtual

Color

Wheel

Virtual

Color Wheel

Color

Temperature

Manual Color

Mixer

Auto Show Auto 1–5 <001–100>

Zoom 0–255 Controls zoom

Master/

Slave

Dimmer

Mode

White

Balance

Manual

C5030-Lt Blue
C5020-VLt Blue
C5430-Lt Blue2

C5070-Blue
C5050-Md Blue
C5060-Dk Blue

C5690- Indigo

C5080-VDk Blue

C5081-VDk Blue2

C4370-Yel Green

C4070-Green

C4550-Turquoise

C4560-Aqua

C4570-Blue Green

2800K
3000K
3200K
3500K
4000K
4500K
5000K
5600K
6000K
6500K

Red

Green

Blue

Amber

Lime

Master DMX mode (Master)

Slave Slave mode

Off Linear dimmer

Dimmer 1–3

Off Uses factory default white setting

Red

Green Sets green LED maximum value

Blue Sets blue LED maximum value

Amber Sets amber LED maximum value

Lime Sets lime LED maximum value

Dimmer

<000–255>

<000–255>

<125–255>

Virtual color wheel simulates the output of
each gel color. Refer to the Virtual Color

Wheel Chart section for specific values.

Preset white color temperatures. Emulates a
tungsten lamp at the specified color
temperature. Refer to the Preset Color

Temperature Chart section for specific values.

Combine red, green, blue, amber, and lime to
make a custom color (0–100%)

Selects automatic programs and program
speed

Dimming curves Dimmer 1 (fast) to Dimmer 3
(slow)

Sets red LED maximum value

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Main Level Programming Levels Description

600Hz

1200Hz

LED

Frequency

Fan Mode

Back Light

Information

Reset Zoom

w/ Power

Reset

Factory

Fixture Hours <_ _ _ _H>

Version <V_._> Shows current firmware version

UID <_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _> Shows product UID

2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz

25KHz

Auto Sets the fan to auto mode

On Sets the fan to always on
Off Sets the fan to always off

Silent Sets the fan to silent

10S

30S

2Min

On Display backlight always on

No Keeps zoom in last position when powered on

Yes

No

Yes

Sets the PWM frequency

Turns off display backlight after 10 seconds of
inactivity

Turns off display backlight after 30 seconds of
inactivity

Turns off display backlight after 120 seconds
of inactivity

Shows total hours the product has been
powered on

Resets the zoom to home position when
powered on

Resets the product to factory default settings

Operation

Configuration (DMX)

Use control configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.

Control Personalities

This setting allows you to choose a particular control personality.

1. Go to the DMX Personality main level.

2. Select the desired personality (see table below).

Personality Channels Personality Channels

17 Ch 17 7 Ch 7
14 Ch 14 5 Ch 5
13 Ch 13 3 Ch 3

11 Ch 11

• See the Starting Address

personality.

• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the
new personality setting.

section for the highest starting address you can select for each

HSV 3
1 Ch 1

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Operation

Starting Address

Each product will respond to a unique starting address from the DMX controller. All products with the same
starting address will respond in unison.

1. Go to the DMX Address main level.

2. Select the starting address (001–512).

The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows:

Personality Address Personality Address

17 Ch 496 7 Ch 506
14 Ch 499 5 Ch 508
13 Ch 500 3 Ch 510

11 Ch 502

1Ch 512

HSV 510

DMX Values

17 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Dimmer 000
2 Dimmer Fine 000 255 0–100%
3 Red 000
4 Red Fine 000
5 Green 000 255 0–100%
6 Green Fine 000
7 Blue 000 255 0–100%
8 Blue Fine 000

9 Amber 000
10 Amber Fine 000 255 0–100%
11 Lime 000 255 0–100%
12 Lime Fine 000

13 Strobe

14 Virtual Color Wheel 000
15 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart
16 Zoom 000 255 Narrow to wide

17 Motor Reset

255 0–100%

255 0–100%
255 0–100%

255 0–100%

255 0–100%
255 0–100%

255 0–100%

000 010 No function

255 Strobe, slow to fast

011

255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart

000 200 No function

220 Motor reset

201

255 No function

221

14 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Dimmer 000 255 0–100%

2 Red 000 255 0–100%

3 Green 000

4 Blue 000 255 0–100%

5 Amber 000 255 0–100%

6 Lime 000

7 Strobe

8 Virtual Color Wheel 000

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255 0–100%

255 0–100%
010 No function

000
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast

255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart

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Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

9 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart

000

010 No function

011 060 Auto program 1

110 Auto program 2

10 Auto Programs

061
111 160 Auto program 3

210 Auto program 4

161
211 255 Auto program 5

11 Auto Speed 000

255 Auto speed, slow to fast
051 No function

000
052 101 Dimmer speed mode off

152 Dimmer speed mode 1

12 Dimmer Speed Mode

102
153 203 Dimmer speed mode 2

255 Dimmer speed mode 3

204

13 Zoom 000 255 Narrow to wide

200 No function

000

220 Motor reset

14 Motor Reset

201
221 255 No function

13 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Dimmer 000

2 Dimmer Fine 000 255 0–100%

3 Red 000

4 Red Fine 000

5 Green 000 255 0–100%

6 Green Fine 000

7 Blue 000 255 0–100%

8 Blue Fine 000

9 Amber 000
10 Amber Fine 000 255 0–100%
11 Lime 000
12 Lime Fine 000 255 0–100%

13 Strobe

255 0–100%

255 0–100%
255 0–100%

255 0–100%

255 0–100%
255 0–100%

255 0–100%

000 010 No function

255 Strobe, slow to fast

011

Operation

Hold for 3 seconds:
Overrides and
changes menu
selection

11 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Dimmer 000

2 Dimmer Fine 000 255 0–100%

3 Red 000

4 Green 000

5 Blue 000

6 Amber 000 255 0–100%

7 Lime 000

8 Strobe

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255 0–100%

255 0–100%
255 0–100%
255 0–100%

255 0–100%
010 No function

000

255 Strobe, slow to fast

011

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Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

9 Virtual Color Wheel 000 255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart
10 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart
11 Zoom 000 255 Narrow to wide

7 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Dimmer 000

2 Red 000 255 0–100%

3 Green 000

4 Blue 000

5 Amber 000 255 0–100%

6 Lime 000

7 Strobe

5 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Red 000

2 Green 000 255 0–100%

3 Blue 000

4 Amber 000 255 0–100%

5 Lime 000

255 0–100%

255 0–100%
255 0–100%

255 0–100%

000 010 No function

255 Strobe, slow to fast

011

255 0–100%

255 0–100%

255 0–100%

3 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Dimmer 000

255 0–100%

2 Virtual Color Wheel 000 255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart

3 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart

HSV

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Hue 000

255 0–100%

2 Saturation 000 255 0–100%

3 Value 000

255 0–100%

1 Ch

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting

1 Set in Menu Map 000

255 0–100%

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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.

The DMX values used to mix these colors are provided below. You may adjust the overall intensity of the
Ovation fixture in order to more closely replicate colors you are familiar with. A chart is available on our
website www.chauvetprofessional.com
is for comparison purposes only and is not a representation that our pre-mixed colors match any of the gel
colors listed.

Virtual Color Wheel Chart

DMX Channel

Value

005

000
006 013
014 021

028

022
029 035

043

036
044 051

059

052
060 067

075

068
076 083
084 091

099

092
100 107

115

108
116 121

130

122
131 138

146

139
147 154

162

155
163 170

178

171
179 186
187 194

202

195
203 210

218

211

219 226

234

227
235 242
243 250
251 255

Display Readout

C3050 - Md Yellow

C3040 - Lt Yellow

C3240 - Amb Yellow

C2340 - VLt Amber

C2040 - Lt Amber
C2050 - Md Amber
C2060 - Dk Amber

C1050 - Lt Red

C1080 - Md Red
C1020 - NC Pink
C1030 - Md Pink

C1630 - Dk Pink

C1250 - Md Red Amber

C1060 - Dk Red Amber

C1650 - Magenta
C6170 - Dk Magenta
C6020 - Lt Lavender

C5030 - Lt Blue

C5020 - VLt Blue

C5430 - Lt Blue 2

C5070 - Blue

C5050 - Md Blue

C5060 - Dk Blue

C5690 - Indigo

C5080 - VDk Blue

C5081 - VDk Blue2

C4370 - Yel Green

C4070 - Green

C4550 - Turquoise

C4560 - Aqua

C4570 - Blue Green

to compare our pre-mixed colors with popular gel colors. This chart

Red

Value

--

000
233
224
180
245
230
255
255
255
255
238
255
255
255
255
255
255
127
000
158
000
043
000
000
065
000
040
027
049
060
020
000

--

000

Green

Value

000
163
158
060
107
130
000
000
037
004
135
131
165
000
000
050
035
122
255
255
255
255
255
210
000
203
199
255
255
230
240
255
000

Blue

Value

000
020
047
000
081
062
025
024
027
017
129
120
123
041
045
115
117
142
197
189
180
210
218
206
210
230
240
028
055
109
126
079
000

Amber

Value

000
123
255
245
255
255
255
255
030
000
255
255
255
195
120
255
000
251
100
000
000
043
000
000
040
000
000
016
120
000
036
030
000

Lime

Value

000
255
231
255
213
155
194
150
038
000
255
195
210
055
030
115
000
255
255
255
243
036
181
118
055
040
045
104
090
245
255
053
000

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Note: The colors above are simulated renditions of the color output produced as
compared to other similar incandescent products. Chauvet makes no guarantee of
the color output accuracy.

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Operation

Preset Color Temperature Chart

DMX Channel

Value

005

000

025

006
026 050
051 075

100

076
101 125

150

126

175

151
176 200
201 225

250

226
251 255

Note: The color temperatures above are simulated renditions of the color output
produced as compared to a tungsten lamp at the specified color temperature.
Chauvet makes no guarantee of the color output accuracy.

Display Readout

-­2800K
3000K
3200K
3500K
4000K
4500K
5000K
5600K
6000K
6500K

--

Red

Value

000
237
220
176
154
128
108
097
087
075
066
000

Green

Value

000
120
128
128
128
128
128
128
128
128
128
000

Configuration (Standalone)

Use standalone configuration to operate the product without a DMX controller.

Static Mode

The Static mode allows for an unchanging color without a DMX controller.

Virtual Color Wheel

1. Go to the Virtual Color Wheel main level.

2. Select Virtual Color Wheel.

3. Select the desired gel color (see Virtual Color Wheel Chart

4. Select the desired output level (<000–255>).

Color Temperature

1. Go to the Virtual Color Wheel main level.

2. Select Color Temperature.

3. Select the desired color temperature (see Preset Color Temperature Chart

4. Select the desired output level (<000–255>).

Manual Color Mixer

1. Go to the Virtual Color Wheel main level.

2. Select Manual Color Mixer.

3. Select the color to edit (Red, Green, Blue, Amber, or Lime).

4. Select the desired output level for that color (<000–255>).

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until product outputs as desired.

Auto Programs

Auto programs allow for dynamic blinder effects without a DMX controller.

1. Go to the Auto Show main level

2. Select the desired auto program (Auto 1–5).

3. Select the desired speed (1–100).

).

Blue

Value

000
036
050
057
080
112
133
152
170
177
187
000

).

Amber

Value

000
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
000

Lime

Value

000
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
000

The auto programs cannot be edited.

Zoom

The zoom setting allows standalone control of the motorized zoom.

1. Go to the Zoom main level

2. Select the desired zoom level (0–255).

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Operation

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:

1. Go to the Master/Slave main level

2. Select Slave.

To set the master:

1. Go to the Master/Slave main level

2. Select Master.

3. Select a static setting.

• The master is the one that runs a program whether in Auto or Static mode.

• Do not connect a DMX controller to the products configured for Master/Slave operation.
The DMX controller may interfere with signals from the master.

• 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.

1. Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.

2. Select a dimmer curve (Off, Dimmer 1, Dimmer 2, or Dimmer 3).

Off: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer channel value.
Dimmer 1-3: The output follows the dimmer value based on the corresponding dimmer
curve, Dimmer 1 being the fastest.

White Balance

This setting determines the maximum output values for each color, which affects the appearance of a full
output white.

1. Go to the White Balance main level.

2. Select Off (the product will use a default setting) or Manual.

3. For Manual mode, select the color value to edit (Red, Green, Blue, Amber, or Lime).

4. Set the maximum value for the selected color (125–255).

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the product outputs as desired.

LED Frequency

This option changes the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) frequency of the LEDs on the Ovation F-915FC.

1. Go to the LED Frequency main level.

2. Select PWM Frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25Khz).

Fan Mode

This setting determines how the fan speed on the Ovation F-915FC is set.

1. Go to the Fan Mode main level

2. Select Auto (fan speed will increase or decrease based on product temperature), Off (fan will
stay off. Product output will decrease based on product temperature), Silent (fan will maintain a
constant silent speed), or On (fan speed will always be at maximum).

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.

1. Go to the Back Light main level.

2. Select On (remains on), 10S (10 seconds), 2Min (120 seconds), or 30S (seconds).

System Information

This option displays the total number of hours the product has run, the installed software version, and the
product’s UID.

1. Go to the Information main level.

2. Select Fixture Hours, Version, or UID.

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Operation

Zoom Reset

This setting determines whether the zoom resets when power is applied to the Ovation F-915FC.

1. Go to the Reset Zoom w/ Power main level.

2. Select No (zoom stays in last command position when power was removed) or Yes (zoom resets
when power is applied to the product).

Factory Reset

This option restores the Ovation F-915FC to factory default settings.

1. Go to the Reset Factory main level.

2. Select No or Yes.

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Technical Information

5. Technical Information

Product Maintenance

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean this product frequently. Usage and
environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency.

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 the product:

1. Unplug the product from power.

2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.

3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external
vents.

4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl
alcohol.

5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.

6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.

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.

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Technical Specifications

6. Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Length Width Height Weight

22.41 in (569.44 mm) 12.59 in (320 mm) 10.82 in (275 mm) 19 lb (8.6 kg)

Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.

Power

Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection

Switching (internal) 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging

Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 208 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz

Consumption 260 W 260 W 260 W

Operating Current 2.15 A 1.25 A 1.12 A

Power linking current

(products)

Power I/O U.S./Worldwide UK/Europe

Power input connector Neutrik® powerCON® A Neutrik® powerCON® A

Power output connector Neutrik® powerCON® B Neutrik® powerCON® B

Power Cord plug Edison (U.S.) Local Plug

Light Source

Type Color Quantity Power Current Lifespan

LED Red 18 3 W 1.13 A 50,000 hours
LED Green 18 3 W 1.13 A 50,000 hours
LED Blue 16 3 W 1.13 A 50,000 hours
LED Amber 16 3 W 1.13 A 50,000 hours
LED Lime 21 3 W 1.13 A 50,000 hours

13.6 A (6 products) 13.6 A (10 products) 13.6 A (12 products)

Photometrics

Color Temperature

(range)

2800 to 6500 K 17° to 54° 30° to 73° 30° to 73° 1,980 lux 433 lux

Beam Angle Field Angle Zoom Angle

Illuminance
@ 5 m (30°)

Illuminance
@ 5 m (73°)

Thermal

Maximum External Temperature Cooling System

113 °F (45 °C) Fan-assisted convection

DMX

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

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Technical Specifications

Photometrics Charts

Narrow (30°)

Beam

Distance

15 ft 4.48 ft 8.04 ft 220 48 15.29 ft 22.20 ft

20 ft 5.98 ft 10.72 ft 124 27 20.38 ft 29.60 ft

30 ft 8.97 ft 16.08 ft 55 12 30.57 ft 44.40 ft

40 ft 11.96 ft 21.44 ft 31 7 40.76 ft 59.20 ft

50 ft 14.95 ft 26.79 ft 20 4 50.95 ft 74.00 ft

75 ft 22.42 ft 40.19 ft 9 2 76.43 ft 110.99 ft

100 ft 29.89 ft 53.59 ft 5 1 101.91 ft 147.99 ft

125 ft 37.36 ft 66.99 ft 3 1 127.38 ft 184.99 ft

Diameter

Field

Diameter Footcandle Footcandle

Ovation F-915FC (Imperial)

Wide (73°)

Beam

Diameter

Field

Diameter

150 ft 44.84 ft 80.38 ft 2 0 152.86 ft 221.99 ft

Beam FieldField

Narrow (30°)

Distance

1 m 0.30 0.54 49,500 10,825 1.02 m 1.48 m

2 m 0.60 1.07 12,375 2,706 2.04 m 2.96 m

5 m 1.49 2.68 1,980 433 5.10 m 7.40 m

8 m 2.39 4.29 773 169 8.15 m 11.84 m

10 m 2.99 5.36 495 108 10.19 m 14.80 m

15 m 4.48 8.04 220 48 15.29 m 22.20 m

20 m 5.98 10.72 124 27 20.38m 29.60 m

Beam

Diameter

Field

Diameter Lux Lux

Ovation F-915FC (Metric)

Wide (73°)

Beam

Diameter

Field

Diameter

25 m 7.47 13.40 79 17 25.48 m 37.00 m

30 m 8.97 16.08 55 12 30.57 m 44.40 m

Beam FieldField

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Returns

Returns

Send the product prepaid, in the original box, and with the original packing and accessories. Chauvet will
not issue call tags.

Call Chauvet and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause(s) for the
return.

To submit a service request online, go to www.chauvetprofessional.com/service-request
Clearly label the package with an 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.

Once you have the RMA number, provide the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside
the box:

• Your name

• Your address

• Your phone number

• RMA number

• A brief description of the problem

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).

.

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CONTACT US

General Information Technical Support

Chauvet World Headquarters

Address: 5200 NW 108th Ave. Voice: [phone]

Chauvet Europe Ltd

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Chauvet Europe BVBA

Chauvet France

Chauvet Germany

Address: Bruno-Bürgel-Str. 11

Chauvet Mexico

Address: Av. de las Partidas 34 - 3B

Lerma, Edo. de México, CP 52000

Contact Us

Sunrise, FL 33351 Fax: [phone]

Voice: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: [phone] Website: www.chauvetprofessional.com

Address: Unit 1C Email: [e-mail]

Pinxton, Nottingham, UK Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

NG16 6NT

Voice: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Address: Stokstraat 18 Email: [e-mail]

9770 Kruishoutem

Belgium Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Voice: [phone]

Address: 3, Rue Ampère

91380 Chilly-Mazarin

France Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Voice: [phone]

28759 Bremen

Germany Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Voice: [phone]

(Entrance by Calle 2)

Zona Industrial Lerma Website: www.chauvetprofessional.mx

Voice: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

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.

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