Chauvet Professional OVATION P-56VW User manual

User Manual

Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 6
Edition Notes
The Ovation P-56VW User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming,
operation and maintenance instructions for the Ovation P-56VW.
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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.
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Document Revision
This Ovation P-56VW User Manual is the 6th edition of this document. Go to
www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest version.

Ovation P-56VW User Manual Rev. 6
Table of Contents
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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................................................................................. 3
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 4
Description .................................................................................................... 4
Features........................................................................................................ 4
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 5
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 6
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 7
AC Power...................................................................................................... 7
AC Plug .......................................................................................................................... 7
Power Linking................................................................................................................. 7
Fuse Replacement ......................................................................................................... 7
DMX Linking.................................................................................................. 7
DMX Personalities.......................................................................................................... 7
Remote Device Management......................................................................................... 7
Master/Slave Connectivity............................................................................. 8
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 8
Orientation...................................................................................................................... 8
Rigging ........................................................................................................................... 8
Procedure....................................................................................................................... 8
Alternate Lens Changing Procedure .............................................................................. 9
4. Operation .................................................................................... 10
Control Panel Operation................................................................................ 10
Control Options ............................................................................................. 10
Programming................................................................................................. 10
DMX Configuration........................................................................................ 10
DMX Personalities.......................................................................................................... 10
Starting Address............................................................................................................. 10
Menu Map ..................................................................................................... 11
Standalone Configuration.............................................................................. 14
Static Mode .................................................................................................................... 14
Red Shift ........................................................................................................................ 14
Master/Slave .................................................................................................................. 14
Dimmer Curve ................................................................................................................ 14
Dimmer Profiles.............................................................................................................. 14
White Balance ................................................................................................................ 15
LED Frequency .............................................................................................................. 15
Fan Mode ....................................................................................................................... 15
Back Light ...................................................................................................................... 15
System Information ........................................................................................................ 15
Factory Reset................................................................................................................. 15
Color Temperature ......................................................................................................... 16
DMX Values .................................................................................................. 17

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18Ch............................................................................................................................... 17
15Ch............................................................................................................................... 18
11Ch............................................................................................................................... 18
8Ch................................................................................................................................. 19
6Ch................................................................................................................................. 19
5Ch................................................................................................................................. 19
3Ch................................................................................................................................. 19
1Ch................................................................................................................................. 19
5. Technical Information ................................................................ 20
Product Maintenance .................................................................................... 20
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 21
Contact Us ...................................................................................... 22
Warranty & Returns....................................................................................... 22

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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 customer’s 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-56VW
• 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).
• Do not leave any flammable material within 50 cm of this product while operating or connected to
power.
• 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.
• The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer
than 11.5 ft (3.5) m is not expected.
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
• Use only the hanging/mounting bracket to carry this product.
Power and Wiring
• Always ensure that the product is connected to 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.
• If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced with a special
cable or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
• The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or a similarly qualified person.
Operation
• This luminaire is intended for professional use only.
• 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.
• The minimum startup temperature is -4°F (-20°C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
• The minimum ambient temperature is -22°F (-30°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
• In the event of a serious operation problem, stop using this product immediately!
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 a Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
FCC Statement of Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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
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2. Introduction
Description
The Ovation P-56VW is a compact, bright, and virtually silent PAR that produces a homogenized, flat, and
even field of light from an advanced, single-source LED. The unit features a six-color LED system that
produces nearly any temperature of white with high CRI and CQS. The par’s color temperature can be
further adjusted for +/- green, making it ideal for TV studios and broadcasted events. The unit accepts
standard 7.5″ beam-shaping accessories and has included interchangeable lens plates for medium and
wide beam angles. The virtually silent par also features extremely smooth 16-bit dimming, and RDM and
PWM for setup ease.
Features
• Operating modes:
• 1-channel: dimmer
• 3-channel: dimmer, color temperature, hue
• 5-channel: dimmer, 16-bit dimmer, color temperature, hue, strobe
• 6-channel: red, orange, green, royal blue, blue, lime
• 8-channel: dimmer, red, orange, green, royal blue, blue, lime, strobe
• 11-channel: dimmer, red, orange, green, royal blue, blue, lime, strobe, color temperature, hue,
control
• 15-channel: dimmer, 16-bit dimmer, red, orange, green, royal blue, blue, lime, strobe
• 18-channel: dimmer, 16-bit dimmer, red, orange, green, royal blue, blue, lime, strobe, color
temperature, hue, control
• Variable white PAR-style fixture with homogenized single source of light
• Interchangeable lens plates included for medium and wide beam angles
• Soft, even field of light
• Quiet operation for use in any situation with fan speed control
• +/- green adjustment via DMX or on-board control
• Independent color control over the six-color engine when a splash of color is needed
• RDM (Remote Device Management) and variable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) for setup ease
• Accept standard 7.5″ beam-shaping accessories
• 16-bit dimming resolution for smooth fades

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INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Bracket
Gel frame
holder clip
Tilt adjustment
handle
Gel frame
Fuse
Power out
Power in
3-pin DMX
in/out
Menu buttons 5-pin DMX
in/out

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

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SETUP
3. Setup
AC Power
Each Ovation P-56VW 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-56VW, refer to the label
affixed to the product or 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-56VW 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 the
product has no plug, or if the plug needs to be changed, use the table below to wire the new plug.
Power Linking
The product supports power linking. It is possible to power link up to 7 products at 100 V, up to 9 products
at 120 V, 16 products at 208 V, 18 products at 230 V, or up to 18 products at 240 V. This product comes
with a power input cord. Power-linking cables are available for purchase from Chauvet.
Fuse Replacement
1. Disconnect this product from the power outlet.
2. Using a flathead screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace with another fuse of the same type and rating (T 3.15 A, 250 V).
4. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
DMX Linking
The Ovation P-56VW can be linked to a DMX controller using a 3- and 5-pin DMX connection. If using
other DMX-compatible products with this product, it is possible to control each individually with a single
DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
The Ovation P-56VW uses a 3- and 5-pin DMX data connection for the 1Ch , 3Ch , 5Ch , 6Ch , 8Ch , 11Ch ,
15Ch , and 18Ch 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-56VW to work in these
personalities.
•The DMX Values section provides detailed information regarding the DMX personalities.
Remote Device Management
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-56VW supports RDM protocol
that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a 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
Make sure to disconnect the product’s power cord before replacing a blown fuse.
Always replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.
For 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.
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Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows an Ovation P-56VW (the master) to control one or more Ovation P-56VW
products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One Ovation P-56VW becomes the master when running
an auto or custom program, or by being in a Static mode.
Each slave’s control panel must be configured to operate in Slave mode. During Master/Slave operation,
the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
For CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to: http://trusst.com/products/.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position, ensuring that 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 the product will be mounted 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-56VW comes with a double-bracketed yoke that can be used as a floor stand or to which
mounting clamps can be attached for hanging. Mounting clamps must be purchased separately. Ensure that the
clamps can support the weight of this product. Use at least one mounting point per product where necessary.
Mounting Diagram
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 section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to
configure the master and slaves.
• For 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.
Safety cable
(such as CH-05 from
Chauvet)
Mounting clamp
(such as CTC-50 or
CTC-50HCN from
Mounting bracket
Bracket adjustment knob
Overhead Mounting Floor Mounting

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SETUP
Alternate Lens Changing Procedure
The Ovation P-56VW has the ability to have different types of lenses installed. The interchangeable lenses
allow the product to have alternate beam angles.
To remove the 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 approximately 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.
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 lens type is molded into the tab.
Pull knob up to release
and change the lens

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OPERATION
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4. Operation
Control Panel Operation
Control Options
Set the Ovation P-56VW starting address in the 001-512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 20
products in the 18-channel 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 show 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. This will show either the first option if
there is another programming level, or the selected value.
• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.
DMX Configuration
Use DMX configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
This setting allows the user to choose a particular DMX personality.
1. Go to the DMX Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality (
1Ch , 3Ch , 5Ch , 6Ch , 8Ch , 11Ch , 15Ch , and 18Ch ).
Starting Address
In this mode, 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. Set the starting address (001–512).
The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows:
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
• See the Starting Address section for the highest starting address suggested for each
personality.
• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to
the new personality setting.
DMX Personality DMX Address DMX Personality DMX Address
1Ch 512 8Ch 505
3Ch 510 11Ch 502
5Ch 508 15Ch 498
6Ch 507 18Ch 495

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OPERATION
Menu Map
Main Level Programming Levels Description
DMX
Address 001–512* Selects DMX address (highest channel restricted to personality chosen)
DMX
Channel
1Ch
Color Temperature _ _ _ _ 1-channel: dimmer
See Color Temperature
Manual
Color
Mixer
Red
0–255
Combine red, orange, green, royal blue,
blue, and lime to make custom color
(0–100%)
Orange
Green
Royal Blue
Blue
Lime
3Ch
3-channel: dimmer, color temperature,
hue, red shift
5Ch 5-channel: 16-bit dimmer, color
temperature, hue, strobe
6Ch 6-channel: red, orange, green, royal
blue, blue, lime
8Ch 8-channel: red, orange, green, royal
blue, blue, lime, strobe
11Ch
11-channel: dimmer, red, orange,
green, royal blue, blue, lime, strobe,
color temperature, hue, control
15Ch
15-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit red,
orange, green, royal blue, blue, and
lime, strobe
18Ch
18-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit red,
orange, green, royal blue, blue, and lime,
strobe, color temperature, hue, control

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OPERATION
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Static
Color
Temperature
2800K
Dimmer 0–255
Preset white color temperatures.
Emulates a tungsten lamp at the
specified color temperature. Refer to
the Color Temperature for specific
values.
2900K
3000K
3100K
3200K
3300K
3400K
3500K
3600K
3700K
3800K
3900K
4000K
4100K
4200K
4300K
Hue -25–25
4400K
4500K
4600K
4700K
4800K
4900K
5000K
5100K
5200K
5300K
5400K
5500K
5600K
5700K
6000K
6500K
7000K
7500K
8000K
Manual
Color Mixer
Red
0–255
Combines red, orange, green, royal
blue, blue, and lime to make a custom
color (0–100%)
Orange
Green
Royal Blue
Blue
Lime
Red Shift On Mimics halogen lamp dimming
Off
Master/
Slave
Master
Receives DMX signal from the DMX
controller (master)
Slave Receives DMX signal from the master unit
Dimmer
Curve
S-Curve
Sets the dimmer curve
Linear
Square
Inverse square
Dimmer
Mode
Off Linear dimmer
Dimmer 1–3 Dimming curves, from fast (Dimmer 1)
to slow (Dimmer 3)
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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OPERATION
White
Balance
Off Uses factory default white setting
Manual
Red
125–255
Sets red LED maximum value
Orange Sets orange LED maximum value
Green Sets green LED maximum value
Royal Blue Sets royal blue LED maximum value
Blue Sets blue 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
10S
Turns off display backlight after
10 seconds of inactivity
30S
Turns off display backlight after
30 seconds of inactivity
2Min
Turns off display backlight after
2 minutes of inactivity
Always On Display backlight always on
Information
Fixture Hours _ _ _ _H
Shows total hours the product has been
powered on
LED Hours _ _ _ _H Shows total LED hours
Version V_._ Shows current firmware version
UID _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Shows product UID
Factory
Reset
No Resets the product to factory default
settings
Yes
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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OPERATION
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Standalone Configuration
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.
Color Temperature
To select a color temperature, do the following:
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select Color Temperature.
3. Select the desired color temperature (see Color Temperature).
4. Select the desired output level (0–255).
Manual Color Mixer
To do color mixing without a DMX controller, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select Manual Color Mixer.
3. Select the color to edit (Red, Orange, Green, Royal Blue, Blue, or Lime Green).
4. Select the desired output level for that color (0–255).
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until product outputs as desired.
Red Shift
The Red Shift function causes the amber LEDs to imitate the appearance of a halogen lamp when dimming.
To adjust the Red Shift function, do the following:
1. Go to the Red Shift main level.
2. Select On or Off.
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a group of Ovation P-56VW products (the slaves) to simultaneously
duplicate the output of another Ovation P-56VW (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.
Dimmer Curve
To set the dimmer curve, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Dimmer Curve main level.
2. Select the desired option (Linear, Square, Inverse Square, or S-Curve).
Dimmer Profiles
This setting determines how fast the output of the Ovation P-56VW changes when the output value is
modified. It provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product.
To select a specific dimmer profile, do the following:
1. Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.
2. Select a dimmer curve (Off, Dimmer 1, Dimmer 2, or Dimmer 3).
• 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.
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.

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OPERATION
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, Orange, Green, Royal Blue, Blue, or
Lime Green).
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 P-56VW. To do so, follow the instructions below:
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 P-56VW 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 P-56VW’s display stays
on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
1. Go to the Back Light main level.
2. Select 10S (10 seconds), 30S (20 seconds), 2Min (2 minutes), or Always On (remains on).
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, LED Hours, Version, or UID.
Factory Reset
This option restores the Ovation P-56VW to factory default settings.
1. Go to the Reset Factory main level.
2. Select No or Yes.
NOTICE: When operating in Fan Mode: Off, the output of the fixture will be reduced
and will not reach the same levels as when using other fan modes.
WARNING: When operating in Fan Mode: Off, the fixture will become hotter to the
touch than when using other fan modes. Use proper protective equipment to prevent
burns. Keep a safe distance from flammable objects.
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Color Temperature
Color Temperature DMX Chart
Color Temperature Values Chart
DMX Channel
Value
Color
Temperature
DMX Channel
Value
Color
Temperature
DMX Channel
Value
Color
Temperature
000  005
No function/2800K 083  090 3900–4000K 167  174 5100–5200K
006  013 2800–2900K 090  097 4000–4100K 174  181 5200–5300K
013  020 2900–3000K 097  104 4100–4200K 181  188 5300–5400K
020  027 3000–3100K 104  111 4200–4300K 188  195 5400–5500K
027  034 3100–3200K 111  118 4300–4400K 195  202 5500–5600K
034  041 3200–3300K 118  125 4400–4500K 202  209 5600–5700K
041  048 3300–3400K 125  132 4500–4600K 209  216 5700–6000K
048  055 3400–3500K 132  139 4600–4700K 216  223 6000–6500K
055  062 3500–3600K 139  146 4700–4800K 223  230 6500–7000K
062  069 3600–3700K 146  153 4800–4900K 230  237 7000–7500K
069  076 3700–3800K 153  160 4900–5000K 237  244 7500–8000K
076  083 3800–3900K 160  167 5000–5100K 244  255 8000K
Display
Readout
Red Value Orange Value Green Value
Royal Blue
Value
Blue Value Lime Value
2800K 193 181 015 032 023 255
2900K 184 172 024 036 025 255
3000K 176 161 027 037 028 255
3100K 167 156 030 042 034 255
3200K 162 146 034 046 035 255
3300K 157 140 039 048 040 255
3400K 153 132 042 050 044 255
3500K 149 128 046 053 047 255
3600K 144 122 050 055 050 255
3700K 140 118 053 057 054 255
3800K 135 115 054 059 057 255
3900K 132 111 056 063 062 255
4000K 128 107 059 066 065 255
4100K 125 105 062 068 067 255
4200K 123 103 067 070 071 255
4300K 120 101 071 072 074 255
4400K 118 099 074 074 078 255
4500K 116 097 079 077 080 255
4600K 114 094 083 078 083 255
4700K 112 092 087 080 085 255
4800K 107 090 089 082 087 255
4900K 105 088 092 085 089 255
5000K 103 086 095 087 092 255
5100K 101 084 099 088 094 255
5200K 100 082 101 091 096 255
5300K 099 079 104 095 097 255
5400K 098 077 106 098 099 255
5500K 097 079 108 102 102 255
5600K 096 077 109 104 104 255
5700K 095 076 110 106 106 255
6000K 089 072 115 111 113 255
6500K 081 066 120 121 120 255
7000K 077 059 124 128 129 255
7500K 073 054 127 136 136 255
8000K 068 050 135 144 142 255
The color temperatures above are simulated renditions of the color output produced
compared with a tungsten lamp at the specified color temperature. Chauvet makes
no guarantee of the color output accuracy.