Chauvet Professional Ovation P-56FC User manual

User Manual

Ovation P-56FC User Manual Rev. 1
EDITION NOTES
The Ovation P-56FC User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming,
operation and maintenance instructions for the Ovation P-56FC.
Trademarks
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and Ovation P-56FC 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
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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
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Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 3
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 3
Claims ........................................................................................................... 3
Manual Conventions ..................................................................................... 3
Symbols ........................................................................................................ 3
Safety Notes.................................................................................................. 4
Personal Safety.............................................................................................................. 4
Mounting and Rigging .................................................................................................... 4
Power and Wiring........................................................................................................... 4
Operation ...................................................................................................... 4
Expected LED Lifespan................................................................................. 4
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 5
Description .................................................................................................... 5
Features ............................................................................................................................... 5
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 6
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 7
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 8
AC Power ...................................................................................................... 8
AC Plug .......................................................................................................................... 8
Power Linking................................................................................................ 8
DMX Linking.................................................................................................. 8
DMX Personalities.......................................................................................................... 8
Remote Device Management (RDM) ............................................................ 8
Master/Slave Connectivity............................................................................. 8
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 9
Orientation...................................................................................................................... 9
Rigging ........................................................................................................................... 9
Procedure....................................................................................................................... 9
Alternate Lens Changing Procedure .............................................................................. 10
4. Operation .................................................................................... 11
Control Panel Operation................................................................................ 11
Control Options ............................................................................................. 11
Programming................................................................................................. 11
Menu Map ..................................................................................................... 11
Configuration (DMX) ..................................................................................... 13
Control Personalities ...................................................................................................... 13
Starting Address............................................................................................................. 14
DMX Values .................................................................................................. 14
15 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 14
13 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 14
12 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 15
10 Ch.............................................................................................................................. 15
7 Ch................................................................................................................................ 16
5 Ch................................................................................................................................ 16
3 Ch................................................................................................................................ 16
HSV................................................................................................................................ 16
Virtual Color Wheel ........................................................................................................ 17
Configuration (Standalone) ........................................................................... 18
Static Mode .................................................................................................................... 18
Auto Programs ............................................................................................................... 18
Master/Slave .................................................................................................................. 19

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Dimmer Profiles.............................................................................................................. 19
White Balance ................................................................................................................ 19
LED Frequency .............................................................................................................. 19
Fan Mode ....................................................................................................................... 19
Back Light ...................................................................................................................... 19
System Information ........................................................................................................ 20
Factory Reset................................................................................................................. 20
5. Technical Information ................................................................ 21
Product Maintenance .................................................................................... 21
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 22
Photometrics Chart ...................................................................................... 23
7. Returns........................................................................................ 24
Contact Us .................................................................................. 25

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is Included
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
Symbols
• Ovation P-56FC
• Gel frame holder (7.5 in/191 mm
accessories)
• Neutrik powerCON power cord
• Medium and Wide Lenses
• Quick Reference Guide
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
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.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
digital data transmission protocol.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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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.
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
• DO NOT operate this product outdoors or in any location where dust, excessive heat, water, or
humidity may affect it. (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 the product when operating.
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Power and Wiring
• Always make sure you are connecting the product to the proper voltage in accordance with the
specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
• 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!
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.
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.
If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
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INTRODUCTION
2. INTRODUCTION
Description
The Ovation P-56FC is a compact, silent par that produces a homogenized, single-source, flat field of light
with high CRI. The bright product utilizes the same advanced full color-mixing RGBAL LED system found
in the popular Ovation E-910FC ellipsoidal. Interchangeable lens plates are included for medium and wide
beam angles and the unit accepts standard 7.5” beam shaping accessories. Designed for theatrical and
studio applications, the Ovation P-56FC features extremely smooth 16-bit dimming, as well as RDM and
PWM for ease of set-up.
Features
• Operating modes:
• 3 Ch: Dimmer, virtual color wheel, color temperature
• 5 Ch: RGBAL control
• 7 Ch: Dimmer, RGBAL control, strobe
• 10 Ch: 16-bit dimmer, RGBAL control, strobe, virtual color wheel, color temperature
• 12 Ch: Dimmer, RGBAL control, strobe, virtual color wheel, color temperature, auto programs,
auto speed, and dimmer speed mode
• 13 Ch: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL control, strobe
• 15 Ch: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL control, strobe, virtual color wheel, color temperature,
• HSV: Hue, saturation, value
• Full color PAR style fixture with homogenized single source of light
• Interchangeable lens plates included for medium and wide beam angles
• Flat, even field of light
• Quiet operation for use in any situation with fan speed control
• RDM and variable Pulse Width Modulation for setup ease
• Accepts standard 7.5" beam shaping accessories
• 16-bit dimming resolution for smooth fades

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INTRODUCTION
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Product Overview
Fuse
Bracket
Gel Frame
Holder Clip
Gel Frame
Menu
Buttons
3-pin DMX
In/Out
Power In
5-Pin DMX
In/Out
Power
Out
Tilt
Adjustment
Handle

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INTRODUCTION
Product Dimensions
0.51 in
13 mm
9.38 in
238 mm
3.31 in
84 mm
6.85 in
174 mm
12.83 in
326 mm
7.48in
190 mm
7.48in
190 mm
6.65 in
169 mm
4.72 in
120 mm
10.28 in
261 mm
7.52 in
191 mm
8.15 in
207 mm
17.76 in
451 mm
12.56 in
319 mm

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SETUP
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3. SETUP
AC Power
Each Ovation P-56FC 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 P-56FC, 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..
AC Plug
The Ovation P-56FC comes with a power input cord terminated with a Neutrik powerCON A 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.
Power Linking
The product supports power linking. You can power link up to 9 products at 120 V; up to 16 at 208 V; or up
to 17 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 P-56FC 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 P-56FC uses a 3- or 5-pin DMX data connection for the 3 Ch, 5 Ch, 7 Ch, 10 Ch, 12 Ch,
13 Ch, 15 Ch, and HSV DMX personalities.
• Refer to the Introduction for a brief description of each DMX personality.
• Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the Ovation P-56FC to work in these
personalities.
• The DMX Values section provides detailed information regarding the DMX 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 P-56FC supports RDM protocol
that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows a Ovation P-56FC (the master) to control one or more Ovation P-56FC
products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One Ovation P-56FC becomes the master when running
an auto or custom program, or by being in a 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.
• 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.
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
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.
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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 for weight information.
• 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 P-56FC comes with a double-bracketed yoke to which you can either attach mounting clamps
for hanging or simply use as a floor stand. 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
• The Operation section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to
configure the master and slaves.
• If you are not familiar with DMX standards or Master/Slave connectivity,
download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website
www.chauvetprofessional.com for more information.
Bracket
Adjustment Knob
Mounting Bracket
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05 from
Chauvet)
Mounting Clamp
(such as CTC-50 or CTC-50HCN
from Chauvet)

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Alternate Lens Changing Procedure
The Ovation P-56FC has the ability to have different types of lenses installed. The interchangeable lenses
allow the product to have alternate beam angles.
To remove a lens:
1. Pull knob up.
2. Grab the Tab on the lens and pull it out of the fixture.
To install a lens:
1. Pull knob up.
2. Insert the bottom of the lens at approx the 5 o'clock position with the lens tab located at the 11
o’clock position.
3. Push the top of the lens in and release the knob..
Mounting Diagram
Diffusion filter media (gel) attached to the fixture behind the lens may stick to the
lens being removed. Use caution when removing to prevent damage to the diffusion
gel.
The lens type is molded into the tab.
Pull knob up to release
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OPERATION
4. Operation
Control Panel Operation
Control Options
Set the Ovation P-56FC starting address in the 001–512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 34
products in the 15-channel 15 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.
Press <ENTER> to select. This will take you to the first programming level for that option.
• To select an option or value within the current programming level, press <UP> or <DOWN> until
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.
• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.
Menu Map
Button Function
<MENU> Exits from the current menu or function
<ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the current function
<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
Main Level Programming Levels Description
DMX
Address 001–510* Selects DMX address (*highest channel restricted to personality chosen)
DMX
Personality
3 Ch 3-channel: dimmer, VCW, color
temperature
5 Ch 5-channel: RGBAL
7 Ch 7-channel: dimmer, RGBAL, strobe
10 Ch 10-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBAL, strobe,
VCW, color temperature
12 Ch
12-channel: dimmer, RGBAL, strobe,
VCW, color temperature, auto programs,
auto speed, dimmer speed
13 Ch
13-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL,
strobe, VCW, color temperature, auto
programs
15 Ch 15-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL,
strobe
HSV 3-channel: hue, saturation, value
Virtual
Color
Wheel
Virtual
Color
Wheel
C3050-Md Yellow
Dimmer
<000–255>
Virtual color wheel simulates the output of
each gel color. Refer to the Virtual Color
Wheel Chart section for specific values.
C3040-Lt Yellow
C3240-Amb Yellow
C2340-VLt Amber
C2040-Lt Amber
C2050-Md Amber
C2060-Dk Amber
C1050-Lt Red
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Virtual
Color
Wheel
Virtual
Color
Wheel
C1020-NC Pink
Dimmer
<000–255>
Virtual color wheel simulates the output of
each gel color. Refer to the Virtual Color
Wheel Chart section for specific values.
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 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
Color Temperature
2800K
Preset white color temperatures. Emulates
a tungsten lamp at the specified color
temperature. Refer to the Preset Color
Temperature Chart section for specific
values.
3200K
3500K
4000K
4500K
5000K
5600K
6000K
6500K
Manual Color Mixer
Red
<000–255>
Combine red, green, blue, amber, and lime
to make a custom color (0–100%)
Green
Blue
Amber
Lime
Auto Show Auto 1–5 <001–100> Selects automatic programs and program
speed
Master/
Slave
Master DMX mode (Master)
Slave Slave mode
Dimmer
Mode
Off Linear dimmer
Dimmer 1–3 Dimming curves Dimmer 1 (fast) to
Dimmer 3 (slow)
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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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 Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality (see table below).
White
Balance
Off Uses factory default white setting
Manual
Red
<125–255>
Sets red LED maximum value
Green Sets green LED maximum value
Blue Sets blue LED maximum value
Amber Sets amber LED maximum value
Lime Sets lime LED maximum value
LED
Frequency
600Hz
Sets the PWM frequency
1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz
25KHz
Fan Mode
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
Back Light
On Display backlight always on
10S Turns off display backlight after 10 seconds
of inactivity
20S Turns off display backlight after 20 seconds
of inactivity
30S Turns off display backlight after 30 seconds
of inactivity
Information
Fixture Hours <_ _ _ _H> Shows total hours the product has been
powered on
Version <V_._> Shows current firmware version
UID <_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _> Shows product UID
Reset
Factory
No Resets the product to factory default
settings
Yes
Personality Channels Personality Channels
15 Ch 15 7 Ch 7
13 Ch 13 5 Ch 5
12 Ch 12 3 Ch 3
10 Ch 10 HSV 3
• See the Starting Address section for the highest starting address you can select for each
personality.
• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the
new personality setting.
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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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 (001–510).
The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows:
DMX Values
15 Ch
13 Ch
Personality Address Personality Address
15 Ch 498 7 Ch 506
13 Ch 500 5 Ch 508
12 Ch 501 3 Ch 510
10 Ch 503 HSV 510
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
2 Dimmer Fine 000 255 0–100%
3 Red 000 255 0–100%
4 Red Fine 000 255 0–100%
5 Green 000 255 0–100%
6 Green Fine 000 255 0–100%
7 Blue 000 255 0–100%
8 Blue Fine 000 255 0–100%
9 Amber 000 255 0–100%
10 Amber Fine 000 255 0–100%
11 Lime 000 255 0–100%
12 Lime Fine 000 255 0–100%
13 Strobe 000 010 No function
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast
14 Virtual Color Wheel 000 255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart
15 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
2 Dimmer Fine 000 255 0–100%
3 Red 000 255 0–100%
4 Red Fine 000 255 0–100%
5 Green 000 255 0–100%
6 Green Fine 000 255 0–100%
7 Blue 000 255 0–100%
8 Blue Fine 000 255 0–100%
9 Amber 000 255 0–100%
10 Amber Fine 000 255 0–100%
11 Lime 000 255 0–100%
12 Lime Fine 000 255 0–100%
13 Strobe 000 010 No function
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast

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12 Ch
10 Ch
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
2 Red 000 255 0–100%
3 Green 000 255 0–100%
4 Blue 000 255 0–100%
5 Amber 000 255 0–100%
6 Lime 000 255 0–100%
7 Strobe 000 010 No function
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast
8 Virtual Color Wheel 000 255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart
9 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart
10 Auto Programs
000 010 No function
011 060 Auto program 1
061 110 Auto program 2
111 160 Auto program 3
161 210 Auto program 4
211 255 Auto program 5
11 Auto Speed 000 255 Auto speed, slow to fast
12 Dimmer Speed Mode
000 051 No function
052 101 Dimmer speed mode off Hold for 3 seconds:
Overrides and
changes menu
selection
102 152 Dimmer speed mode 1
153 203 Dimmer speed mode 2
204 255 Dimmer speed mode 3
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
2 Dimmer Fine 000 255 0–100%
3 Red 000 255 0–100%
4 Green 000 255 0–100%
5 Blue 000 255 0–100%
6 Amber 000 255 0–100%
7 Lime 000 255 0–100%
8 Strobe 000 010 No function
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast
9 Virtual Color Wheel 000 255 See Virtual Color Wheel Chart
10 Color Temperature 000 255 See Preset Color Temperature Chart

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7 Ch
5 Ch
3 Ch
HSV
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
2 Red 000 255 0–100%
3 Green 000 255 0–100%
4 Blue 000 255 0–100%
5 Amber 000 255 0–100%
6 Lime 000 255 0–100%
7 Strobe 000 010 No function
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Red 000 255 0–100%
2 Green 000 255 0–100%
3 Blue 000 255 0–100%
4 Amber 000 255 0–100%
5 Lime 000 255 0–100%
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
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Hue 000 255 0–100%
2 Saturation 000 255 0–100%
3 Value 000 255 0–100%

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OPERATION
Virtual Color Wheel
The Ovation P-56FC 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 to compare our pre-mixed colors with popular gel colors. This chart
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 Display Readout Red Value
Green
Value
Blue
Value
Amber
Value
Lime
Value
000 005
006 013
014 021
022 028
029 035
036 043
044 051
052 059
060 067
068 075
076 083
084 091
092 099
100 107
108 115
116 121
122 130
131 138
139 146
147 154
155 162
163 170
171 178
179 186
187 194
195 202
203 210
211 218
219 226
227 234
235 242
243 250
251 255
--
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
--
000
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
000
000
000
000
000
000
026
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
190
111
245
010
008
000
000
000
000
105
000
060
000
000
000
000
255
255
255
255
255
255
242
039
200
180
255
255
172
210
255
000
000
004
011
000
033
023
003
003
005
002
074
074
075
010
012
062
074
118
171
180
148
216
212
255
255
255
255
005
025
056
072
030
000
000
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
044
000
255
255
255
255
096
255
020
255
040
224
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
000
255
255
075
255
204
172
110
000
000
255
247
255
008
000
082
000
199
255
255
226
000
113
053
000
000
000
045
147
255
255
005
000
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
Ovation P-56FC User Manual Rev. 1
Preset Color Temperature Chart
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).
DMX Channel
Value Display Readout Red Value
Green
Value
Blue
Value
Amber
Value
Lime
Value
000 005
006 025
026 050
051 075
076 100
101 125
126 150
151 175
176 200
201 225
226 255
--
2800K
3200K
3500K
4000K
4500K
5000K
5600K
6000K
6500K
--
000
201
144
115
083
072
062
046
038
029
000
000
130
135
139
154
185
209
222
230
237
000
000
048
061
071
088
107
124
142
154
166
000
000
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
000
000
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
255
000
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.
The auto programs cannot be edited.