OVATION B-565FC LED Static Wash Light

Edition Notes
The Ovation B-565FC User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the Ovation B-565FC as of the release date of this edition.
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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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Document Revision
This Ovation B-565FC User Manual is the 7thedition of this document. Go to www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest version.
Before You Begin
What Is Included
- Ovation B-565FC
- Neutrik ® powerCON® power cord
- Wall washing filter
- Quick Reference Guide
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
| 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.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 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.
- 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.
- Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
- Never connect the product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
- Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
- The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than 2.3 m is not expected.
- If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced by a special
cord or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or his service agent. - The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or a similar qualified person.
- The 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.
- 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
Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs produce more heat than single LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000 hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit the overall intensity.
Introduction
Description
The Ovation B-565FC is a high-power full-color LED (RGBAL) batten. It features full RGBA-Lime color mixing with modes, providing full 16-bit dimming for 1 or 2 cells, selectable PWM, RDM, Art-Net™, and sACN. The Virtual Color Wheel matches popular gel colors comparable with those projected by a tungsten source, and color temperature presets that match a tungsten source from 2800 to 6500 K. Enhance the product’s wall-washing ability with the included holographic filter.
Features
- Full-color LED (RGBAL) batten fixture for theatre, film, and production
- Theatre-ready with 16-bit dimming of master dimmer and individual colors
- Multiple control personalities one or two sections of control
- Included holographic filter locks in place for ultra-smooth color mixing with a more elliptical wash pattern
- Virtual Color Wheel with color matched to popular gel colors
- Art-Net™, sACN, 3- and 5-pin DMX, and RDM (Remote Device Management) for added control
- flexibility
- Neutrik ® powerCON® and Amphenol etherCON® compatible connections for power and data
linking - Adjustable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) to avoid flickering on camera
- Nearly silent operation for use in studio and theatre applications
Product Overview

Product Dimensions

Setup
AC Power
Each Ovation B-565FC 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 B-565FC, 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 (e.g., 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 B-565FC comes with a power input cord terminated with a Neutrik® powerCON® connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (US 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 13 products at 120 V; up to 22 at 208 V; or up to 23 at 230 V. This product comes with a power input cord. Power-linking cables are available from Chauvet for purchase.
Signal Connections
The Ovation B-565FC uses DMX, Art-Net™, or sACN for the 33 control personalities, ranging from 3- channel to 31-channel. The Ovation B-565FC has 2 Amphenol etherCON® through ports and both 3- and 5-pin DMX in and out ports.
- Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the Ovation B-565FC to work in these personalities.
- 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:
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
DMX Connection
You can link the Ovation B-565FC 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.
Art-Net™ Connection
Art-Net™ is an Ethernet protocol that uses TCP/IP, which transfers a large amount of DMX512 data using a Neutrik® etherCON® RJ45 connection over a large network. An Art-Net™ protocol document is available from www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Art-Net™ designed by and copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.
sACN Connection
Kling-Net is a network protocol that allows auto configuration of display devices using a Neutrik® etherCON® RJ45 Ethernet connection. Refer to the ArKaos software manual for detailed instructions on programming this product.
Connection Diagram

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 B-565FC supports RDM protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows an Ovation B-565FC (the master) to control one or more Ovation B-565FC products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One Ovation B-565FC 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.
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.- 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: http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
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 B-565FC 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

Operation
Control Panel Operation
| 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 |
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.
Refer to the Ovation B-565FC product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.
| Main Level | Programming Levels | Description | |
| Protocol | DMX512 | Selects the control protocol | |
| ArtNet | |||
| sACN | |||
| Start Address | 001–512* | Selects starting address (*highest channel restricted by selected personality) | |
| Personality | 1 Cell | DMX-VCW-CCT 3CH | 3-channel: dimmer, virtual color wheel, color temperature |
| HSV 3CH | 3-channel: Hue, saturation, value | ||
| RGB 3CH | 3-channel: RGB | ||
| RGBA 4CH | 4-channel: RGBA | ||
| RGBAL 5CH | 5-channel: RGBAL | ||
| RGB EXT 8CH | 8-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGB, virtual color wheel, color temperature, strobe | ||
| RGBA EXT 9CH | 9-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBA, virtual color wheel, color temperature, strobe | ||
| RGBAL EXT 10CH | 10-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBAL, virtual color wheel, color temperature, strobe | ||
| RGBAL Fine 10CH | 10-channel: 16-bit RGBAL | ||
| RGBAL FULL 17CH | 17-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL, virtual color wheel, color temperature, strobe, color macros, control | ||
| Main Level | Programming Levels | Description | ||||
| Personality | 2 Cell | RGB 6CH | 6-channel: RGB (per cell) | |||
| HSV 3CH | 3-channel: HSV (per cell) | |||||
| RGBA 8CH | 8-channel: RGBA (per cell) | |||||
| RGBAL 10CH | 10-channel: RGBAL (per cell) | |||||
| RGB EXT 15CH | 15-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGB (per cell), virtual color wheel (per cell), color temperature (per cell), strobe (per cell) | |||||
| RGBA EXT 17CH | 17-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBA (per cell), virtual color wheel (per cell), color temperature (per cell), strobe (per cell) | |||||
| RGBAL EXT 19CH | 19-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBAL (per cell), virtual color wheel (per cell), color temperature (per cell), strobe (per cell) | |||||
| RGBAL Fine 20CH | 20-channel: 16-bit RGBAL (per cell) | |||||
| RGBAL FULL 31CH | 31-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 16-bit RGBAL (per cell), virtual color wheel (per cell), color temperature (per cell), strobe (per cell), color macros, control | |||||
| 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 | ||||||
| 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 Blue 2 | ||||||
| C4370 – Yel Green | ||||||
| C4070 – Green | ||||||
| C4550 – Turquoise | ||||||
| C4560 – Aqua | ||||||
| C4570 – Blue Green | ||||||
| Main Level | Programming Levels | Description | |||
|
Virtual Color Wheel (cont,) |
Color Temperature | 2800K |
Dimmer |
<000– 255> |
Preset white color temperatures. Emulates a tungsten lamp at the specified color temperature. Refer to the Preset Color Temperature Chart section for specific values. |
| 3000K | |||||
| 3200K | |||||
| 3500K | |||||
| 4000K | |||||
| 4500K | |||||
| 5000K | |||||
| 5600K | |||||
| 6000K | |||||
| 6500K | |||||
|
Manual Color Mixer | Red | Combine red, green, blue, amber, and lime to make a custom color (0–100%) | |||
| Green | |||||
| Blue | |||||
| Amber | |||||
| Lime | |||||
| Color X-Fade Speed | Off | Turns off the fade transition between colors | |||
| X-Fade Speed 1 | Creates fade transition between colors when using colors in the Virtual Color Wheel or Color Temperature chart, from fast (X-Fade Speed 1) to slow (X- Fade Speed 4) | ||||
| X-Fade Speed 2 | |||||
| X-Fade Speed 3 | |||||
| X-Fade Speed 4 | |||||
| Auto Show | Auto 1 | Speed 1–100 | Selects automatic programs and auto program speed | ||
| Auto 2 | |||||
| Auto 3 | |||||
| Auto 4 | |||||
| Auto 5 | |||||
| Auto 6 | |||||
| Auto 7 | |||||
| Auto 8 | |||||
| Auto 9 | |||||
| Fade | |||||
| Red Shift | On | Red shift on | |||
| Off | Red shift off | ||||
| Master/ Slave | Master | Master mode | |||
| Slave | Slave mode | ||||
| Dimmer Curve | S-Curve | S-curve | |||
| Linear | Linear curve | ||||
| Square | Square law curve | ||||
| Inverse Square | Inverse square law curve | ||||
| Dimmer Mode | Off | Linear dimmer | |||
| Dimmer 1 | Fast dimmer curve | ||||
| Dimmer 2 | Medium dimmer curve | ||||
| Dimmer 3 | Slow dimmer curve | ||||
| Main Level | Programming Levels | Description | ||
|
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 |
Selects the PWM output frequency | ||
| 1200Hz | ||||
| 2000Hz | ||||
| 4000Hz | ||||
| 6000Hz | ||||
| 25KHz | ||||
| Display | Normal | Normal display orientation | ||
| Inverse | Inverted display | |||
|
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 | |||
| On | Display backlight always on | |||
| Ethernet Setting | Universe | 1 (DMX) | Sets universe for Art-Net™ or sACN | |
| 0–255 (Art-Net™) | ||||
| 1-256 (sACN) | ||||
| IP Address | _ _ _._ _ _._ _ _._ _ _ | Sets IP address | ||
|
Information | Fixture Hours | _ _ _ _H | Shows total hour product has been powered | |
| LED Hours | _ _ _ _H | Shows total LED hours | ||
| Version | V_._-V_._ | Shows installed software version | ||
| Device ID | _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ | Shows product device ID | ||
| UID | _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ | Shows product UID | ||
| Factory Setting | No | Reset to factory defaults | ||
| Yes | ||||
Configuration (DMX/Art-Net™/sACN)
Use control configurations to operate the product with a controller.
Control Protocol
This setting allows you to choose the protocol with which to control the Ovation B-565FC.
- Go to the Protocol main level.
- Select the desired control protocol (DMX512, ArtNet, or sACN).
Ethernet Setting
Ethernet protocols (Art-Net™ and sACN) require the Universe and IP address, and the Starting Address to be set.
Universe
- Go to the Ethernet Setting main level.
- Select Universe.
- Set the Universe value (0–255 for Art-Net™, or 1–256 for sACN).
IP address
1. Go to the Ethernet Setting main level.
1. Select IP Address.
2. Set the IP address (000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255)
Control Personalities
This setting allows you to choose a particular control personality.
- Go to the Personality main level.
- Select the desired number of cells to be controllable (1 Cell or 2 Cell).
Select the desired personality (see table below).
| Mode | 1-Cell | 2-Cell |
| DMX-VCW-CCT | 3CH | N/A |
| RGB | 3CH | 6CH |
| HSV | 3CH | 6CH |
| RGBA | 4CH | 8CH |
| RGBAL | 5CH | 10CH |
| RGB EXT | 8CH | 15CH |
| RGBA EXT | 9CH | 17CH |
| RGBAL EXT | 10CH | 19CH |
| RGBAL Fine | 10CH | 20CH |
| RGBAL FULL | 17CH | 31CH |
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.
Starting Address
Each product will respond to a unique starting address from the controller. All products with the same starting address will respond in unison.
- Go to the Start Address main level.
- Select the starting address (001–512).
The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows:
| Personality | Address |
| 1 Cell HSV 3CH | 510 |
| 1 Cell DMX-VCW-CCT 3CH | 510 |
| 1 Cell RGB 3CH | 510 |
| 1 Cell RGBA 4CH | 509 |
| 1 Cell RGBAL 5CH | 508 |
| 1 Cell RGB EXT 8CH | 505 |
| 1 Cell RGBA EXT 9CH | 504 |
| 1 Cell RGBAL EXT 10CH | 503 |
| 1 Cell RGBAL Fine 10CH | 503 |
| 1 Cell RGBAL FULL 17CH | 496 |
| 2 Cell HSV 6CH | 507 |
| 2 Cell RGB 6CH | 507 |
| 2 Cell RGBA 8CH | 505 |
| 2 Cell RGBAL 10CH | 503 |
| 2 Cell RGB EXT 15CH | 498 |
| 2 Cell RGBA EXT 17CH | 496 |
| 2 Cell RGBAL EXT 19CH | 494 |
| 2 Cell RGBAL Fine 20CH | 493 |
| 2 Cell RGBAL FULL 31CH | 482 |
DMX Values
2-Cell Personalities
2-Cell RGBAL FULL 31CH / RGBAL Fine 20CH / RGBAL EXT 19CH / RGBA EXT 17CH / RGB EXT 15CH
| 15Ch | 17Ch | 19Ch | 20Ch | 31CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 1 | Dimmer | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | – | 2 | Dimmer fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | Red 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 2 | 4 | Red fine 1 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | Green 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 4 | 6 | Green fine 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | Blue 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 6 | 8 | Blue fine 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | Amber 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 8 | 10 | Amber fine 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | 7 | 9 | 11 | Lime 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 10 | 12 | Lime fine 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 6 | 7 | 8 | – | 13 | Virtual Color Wheel 1 | 000 | Refer to the Virtual Color Wheel Chart for specific values |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | – | 14 | Color Temperature 1 | 000 | Refer to the Preset Color Temperature Chart for specific values |
| 8 | 9 | 10 | – | 15 | Strobe 1 | 000 | No function |
| 011 | Strobe, slow to fast | ||||||
| 9 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 16 | Red 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 12 | 17 | Red fine 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 18 | Green 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 14 | 19 | Green fine 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 11 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 20 | Blue 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 16 | 21 | Blue fine 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | 13 | 14 | 17 | 22 | Amber 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 18 | 23 | Amber fine 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | – | 24 | Lime 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | – | 25 | Lime fine 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | 15 | 19 | – | Lime 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 20 | – | Lime fine 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | – | 26 | Virtual Color Wheel 1 | 000 | Refer to the Virtual Color Wheel Chart for specific values |
| 12 | 14 | 16 | – | – | Virtual Color Wheel 2 | 000 | Refer to the Virtual Color Wheel Chart for specific values |
| – | – | – | – | 27 | Color Temperature 1 | 000 | Refer to the Preset Color Temperature Chart for specific values |
| 13 | 15 | 17 | – | – | Color Temperature 2 | 000 | Refer to the Preset Color Temperature Chart for specific values |
| 14 | 16 | 18 | – | 28 | Strobe 2 | 000 | No function |
| 011 | Strobe, slow to fast | ||||||
| 15 | 17 | 19 | – | 29 | Strobe all | 000 | No function |
| 011 | Strobe, slow to fast |
| 15Ch | 17Ch | 19Ch | 20Ch | 31CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| – | – | – | 30 | Color macros | 000 | No function | |
| 016 | Color macros | ||||||
| – | – | – | – | 31 | Control (hold for 3 seconds) | 000 008 016 024 032 040 048 056 064 072 080 088 096 | No function Dimmer reset Red shift on Red shift off S-curve dimmer Linear dimmer Square dimmer curve Inverse square dimmer curve Dimmer speed mode OFF Dimmer speed 1 (fastest) Dimmer speed 2 Dimmer speed 3 (slowest) Reserved for future use |
2-Cell RGBAL 10CH / RGBA 8CH / RGB 6CH
| 6Ch | 8Ch | 10Ch | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | Red 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | Green 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | Blue 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | 4 | 4 | Amber 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | 5 | Lime 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 4 | 5 | 6 | Red 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 5 | 6 | 7 | Green 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 6 | 7 | 8 | Blue 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | 8 | 9 | Amber 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | 10 | Lime 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
2-Cell HSV 6CH
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | Hue 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | Saturation 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 3 | Value 1 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 4 | Hue 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 5 | Saturation 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
| 6 | Value 2 | 000 | 0–100% |
1-Cell Personalities
1-Cell RGBAL FULL 17CH / RGBAL Fine 10CH / RGBAL EXT 10CH / RGBA EXT 9CH / RGB EXT 8CH
| 8Ch | 9Ch | Ext 10Ch | Fine 10Ch | 17Ch | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 1 | Dimmer | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | – | 2 | Dimmer fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | Red | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 2 | 4 | Red fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | Green | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 4 | 6 | Green fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | Blue | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 6 | 8 | Blue fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | Amber | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 8 | 10 | Amber fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | 7 | 9 | 11 | Lime | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | – | 10 | 12 | Lime fine | 000 | 0–100% |
| 6 | 7 | 8 | – | 13 | Virtual Color Wheel | 000 | Refer to the Virtual Color Wheel Chart for specific values |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | – | 14 | Color Temperature | 000 | Refer to the Preset Color Temperature Chart for specific values |
| 8 | 9 | 10 | – | 15 | Strobe | 000 | No function |
| 011 | Strobe, slow to fast | ||||||
| – | – | – | – | 16 | Color macros | 000 | No function |
| 016 | Color macros | ||||||
| – | – | – | – | 17 | Control (hold for 3 seconds) | 000 008 016 024 032 040 048 056 064 072 080 088 096 | No function Dimmer reset Red shift on Red shift off S-curve dimmer Linear dimmer Square dimmer curve Inverse square dimmer curve Dimmer speed mode OFF Dimmer speed 1 (fastest) Dimmer speed 2 Dimmer speed 3 (slowest) Reserved for future use |
1-Cell RGBAL 5CH / RGBA 4CH / RGB 3CH
| 3Ch | 4Ch | 5Ch | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | Red | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | Green | 000 | 0–100% |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | Blue | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | 4 | 4 | Amber | 000 | 0–100% |
| – | – | 5 | Lime | 000 | 0–100% |
1-Cell DMX-VCW-CCT 3CH
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | Dimmer | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | Virtual Color Wheel | 000 | Refer to the Virtual Color Wheel Chart for specific values |
| 3 | Color Temperature | 000 | Refer to the Preset Color Temperature Chart for specific values |
1- Cell HSV 3CH
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
| 1 | Hue | 000 | 0–100% |
| 2 | Saturation | 000 | 0–100% |
| 3 | Value | 000 | 0–100% |
Virtual Color Wheel
The Ovation B-565FC includes a feature called the Virtual Color Wheel (VCW). This feature is available as a standalone control mode for manual use and also as a control channel in select DMX personalities. More than 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 | ó | 005 | — | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| 006 | ó | 013 | C3050 – Md Yellow | 150 | 125 | 002 | 255 | 043 |
| 014 | ó | 021 | C3040 – Lt Yellow | 235 | 108 | 005 | 255 | 076 |
| 022 | ó | 028 | C3240 – Amb Yellow | 171 | 036 | 000 | 120 | 255 |
| 029 | ó | 035 | C2340 – VLt Amber | 255 | 015 | 017 | 255 | 170 |
| 036 | ó | 043 | C2040 – Lt Amber | 255 | 000 | 010 | 255 | 143 |
| 044 | ó | 051 | C2050 – Md Amber | 255 | 000 | 003 | 255 | 075 |
| 052 | ó | 059 | C2060 – Dk Amber | 188 | 000 | 002 | 255 | 044 |
| 060 | ó | 067 | C1050 – Lt Red | 255 | 000 | 002 | 021 | 002 |
| 068 | ó | 075 | C1080 – Md Red | 255 | 000 | 002 | 000 | 000 |
| 076 | ó | 083 | C1020 – NC Pink | 255 | 130 | 025 | 255 | 027 |
| 084 | ó | 091 | C1030 – Md Pink | 255 | 013 | 041 | 235 | 182 |
| 092 | ó | 099 | C1630 – Dk Pink | 255 | 015 | 027 | 030 | 255 |
| 100 | ó | 107 | C1250 – Md Red Amber | 255 | 000 | 004 | 115 | 009 |
| 108 | ó | 115 | C1060 – Dk Red Amber | 255 | 000 | 004 | 011 | 008 |
| 116 | ó | 121 | C1650 – Magenta | 255 | 000 | 022 | 081 | 039 |
| 122 | ó | 130 | C6170 – Dk Magenta | 160 | 000 | 025 | 000 | 004 |
| 131 | ó | 138 | C6020 – Lt Lavender | 255 | 162 | 043 | 255 | 140 |
| 139 | ó | 146 | C5030 – Lt Blue | 012 | 255 | 070 | 076 | 115 |
| 147 | ó | 154 | C5020 – VLt Blue | 030 | 187 | 085 | 215 | 255 |
| 155 | ó | 162 | C5430 – Lt Blue 2 | 004 | 255 | 062 | 093 | 049 |
| 163 | ó | 170 | C5070 – Blue | 005 | 255 | 190 | 003 | 012 |
| 171 | ó | 178 | C5050 – Md Blue | 008 | 250 | 145 | 005 | 088 |
| 179 | ó | 186 | C5060 – Dk Blue | 005 | 209 | 255 | 015 | 074 |
| 187 | ó | 194 | C5690 – Indigo | 005 | 000 | 200 | 013 | 003 |
| 195 | ó | 202 | C5080 – VDk Blue | 007 | 112 | 255 | 005 | 007 |
| 203 | ó | 210 | C5081 – VDk Blue 2 | 004 | 108 | 255 | 003 | 004 |
| 211 | ó | 218 | C4370 – Yel Green | 004 | 255 | 000 | 005 | 003 |
| 219 | ó | 226 | C4070 – Green | 027 | 255 | 006 | 000 | 020 |
| 227 | ó | 234 | C4550 – Turquoise | 007 | 255 | 021 | 070 | 076 |
| 235 | ó | 242 | C4560 – Aqua | 007 | 255 | 031 | 085 | 115 |
| 243 | ó | 250 | C4570 – Blue Green | 002 | 255 | 017 | 002 | 020 |
| 251 | ó | 255 | — | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
Note: The colors above are simulated renditions of the color output produced as compared with other similar incandescent products. Chauvet makes no guarantee of the color output accuracy.
Preset Color Temperature Chart
| DMX Channel Value | Display Readout | Red Value | Green Value | Blue Value | Amber Value | Lime Value |
| 000 | — | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| 006 | 2800K | 237 | 120 | 036 | 255 | 255 |
| 026 | 3000K | 220 | 128 | 050 | 255 | 255 |
| 051 | 3200K | 176 | 128 | 057 | 255 | 255 |
| 076 | 3500K | 154 | 128 | 080 | 255 | 255 |
| 101 | 4000K | 128 | 128 | 112 | 255 | 255 |
| 126 | 4500K | 108 | 128 | 133 | 255 | 255 |
| 151 | 5000K | 097 | 128 | 152 | 255 | 255 |
| 176 | 5600K | 087 | 128 | 170 | 255 | 255 |
| 201 | 6000K | 075 | 128 | 177 | 255 | 255 |
| 226 | 6500K | 066 | 128 | 187 | 255 | 255 |
| 251 | — | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
Note: The color temperatures above are simulated renditions of the color output produced as compared with a tungsten lamp at the specified color temperature. Chauvet makes no guarantee of the color output accuracy.
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
- Go to the Virtual Color Wheel main level.
- Select Virtual Color Wheel.
- Select the desired gel color (see Virtual Color Wheel Chart).
- Select the desired output level (<000–255>).
Color Temperature
- Go to the Virtual Color Wheel main level.
- Select Manual Color Mixer.
- Select the color to edit (Red, Green, Blue, Amber, or Lime).
- Select the desired output level for that color (<000–255>).
- Repeat steps 3 and 4 until product outputs as desired.
Auto Programs
Auto programs allow for dynamic blinder effects without a DMX controller.
- Go to the Auto Show main level
- Select the desired auto program (Auto 1–9 or Fade).
- Select the desired speed (1–100).
The auto programs cannot be edited.
Red Shift
This function causes the color temperature of the LEDs to imitate the appearance of a lamp when dimming.
- Go to the Red Shift main level.
- Select from On or Off).
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a group of Ovation B-565FC products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another Ovation B-565FC (the master) without a DMX controller.
To set each of the slaves:
- Go to the Master/Slave main level
- Select Slave.
To set the master:
- Go to the Master/Slave main level
- Select Master.
- Select an auto program, as explained in Auto Programs, or 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 Curve
This setting determines the curve on which the output dims when you modify the output value.
- Go to the Dimmer Curve main level.
- Select a dimmer curve (S-Curve, Linear, Square, or Inverse Square).

S-Curve: The output follows an S-shaped curve.
Linear: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer channel value.
Square: The output follows a square-law curve.
Inverse Square: The output follows an inverse square-law curve.
Dimmer Profiles
This setting determines how fast the output of the Ovation B-565FC changes when you modify the output value. This setting provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product.
- Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.
- 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, DIM1 being the fastest.
White Balance
This setting determines the maximum output values for each color, which affects the appearance of a full output white.
- Go to the White Balance main level.
- Select Off (the product will use a default setting) or Manual.
- For Manual mode, select the color value to edit (Red, Green, Blue, Amber, or Lime).
- Set the maximum value for the selected color (000–255).
- 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 B-565FC.
- Go to the LED Frequency main level.
- Select PWM Frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25kHz).
Display Orientation
This setting allows for selection of the display orientation.
- Go to the Display main menu,
- Select Normal (upright display) or Inverse (inverted display).
Back Light
This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the Ovation B-565FC’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
- Go to the Back Light main level.
- Select 10S (10 seconds), 30S (20 seconds), 2Min (2 minutes), or On (backlight 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.
- Go to the Information main level.
- Select Fixture Hours, LED Hours, Version, Device ID, or UID.
Factory Reset
This option restores the Ovation B-565FC to factory default settings.
- Go to the Factory Setting main level.
- Select No or Yes.
Web Server
The Ovation B-565FC Web Server can be accessed by any computer on the same network as the product. It allows network access to system information, settings such as control protocol and starting address, color output testing, and the ability to change the Web Server password.
- Connect the product to a Windows computer with a network cable.
- On the computer, set the IP address of the new network to have the same first 3 digits as the IP address of the product (See IP address).
- Enter the IP address of the product into the URL bar of a web browser on the computer.
- Enter both the User Name and Password as admin to log in.
Home
The Web Server Home page displays the details of all available control protocols and the technical specifications for the Ovation B-565FC.
Settings
The Web Server Settings page provides options for control. From the drop-down menus, the Protocol, Universe, IP Address, Start Address, Personality, Dimmer Mode, and PWM Frequency can all be edited. Click Save Settings to send the new configuration to the product.
Output
On the Web Server Output page, an output test of the product’s LEDs can be performed, by either editing the values of each LED manually (by typing the number or moving the fader), or by selecting a sample color. The page will show the current output color on the bottom left. To stop the output test, click Click to Stop.
Security
The Web Server Security page gives the option to change the password to the connected product’s web server. Enter the old password (admin, by default) and the new password twice, then click Save Settings to change the password.
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:
- Unplug the product from power.
- Wait until the product is at room temperature.
- Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external vents.
- Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
- Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens-cleaning tissue.
- Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
- Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight


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. 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).
Contact Us
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