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 Operation

F2 User Manual Rev. 1

10. Operation

Additional Hardware and Software

In addition to the panels, you will need other hardware and software to design, build, and operate your F2 

video wall system. The following table summarizes these additional items—some are required and others 

are optional.

About NovaLCT

NovaLCT is a powerful and easy-to-learn software application used to design and run the F2 video wall 

system. The following is some introductory information about this software.

Refer to the VIP Drive 43Nova 2 User Manual for detailed information and instructions on setting up and 

using NovaLCT with your Chauvet F2 video wall system.

Description

NovaLCT enables you to create and control your video wall by addressing the panels included in your 

video wall including pixel pitch and layout.

Once you have physically created your modular video wall design by joining the panels, connecting power, 

signals, and the VIP Drive 43Nova 2 or VIP Drive 83R Nova, you recreate that design within NovaLCT.

Detailed information and instructions are in the User Manual for the VIP Drive 43Nova 2 or VIP Drive 83R 

Nova.

Item

Description

VIP Drive 43Nova 2

or

VIP Drive 83R Nova

Interface between the signal source, NovaLCT-Mars, and the F2 

being used

NovaLCT

Software application used to design and run the F2s comprising 

the video wall. A PC is needed

DRB-F50CM

 or 

DRB-F100CM

F-Series Dual Function Rig Bar

(optional)

Provides hardware needed to mount F2

Neutrik

®

 etherCON

®

 Signal 

Extension

(optional)

Neutrik etherCON CAT6 extension cable; 18 in

Neutrik etherCON CAT6 extension cable; 5 ft

Neutrik etherCON CAT6 extension cable; 10 ft

Neutrik etherCON CAT6 extension cable; 25 ft

Neutrik etherCON CAT6 extension cable; 50 ft

Neutrik

®

 powerCON

®

 Extension

(optional)

Neutrik powerCON extension, 18 in

Neutrik powerCON extension, 5 ft

Neutrik powerCON extension, 10 ft

Neutrik powerCON extension, 25 ft

Neutrik powerCON extension, 50 ft

VIP Media System

Rack mountable video computer system

ArKaos MediaMaster

Video playback software

Chauvet does not recommend using NovaLCT for live show playback. For this purpose, 

Chauvet offers Arkaos MediaMaster, which offers numerous playback triggers, including 

DMX, Art-Net, MA-net, MIDI, and QWERTY.

Summary of Contents for F2

Page 1: ...User Manual ...

Page 2: ...onsent from Chauvet Document Printing For best results print this document in color on letter size paper 8 5 x 11 in double sided If using A4 paper 210 x 297 mm configure the printer to scale the content accordingly 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 i...

Page 3: ...l 5 Scrambled Pulse Width Modulation 5 Product Dimensions 5 3 Setup 7 AC Power 7 AC Plug 7 Power Linking 7 4 Mounting 8 Orientation 8 Mounting Points 8 DRB F50CM Dual Function Rig Bar Dimensions 9 DRB F100CM Dual Function Rig Bar Dimensions 9 Mounting with Dual Function Rig Bar Hanging 10 Truss Installation 11 Mounting with Dual Function Rig Bar Stacking 12 Removing the Feet 12 Flat Wall Installat...

Page 4: ... Power Between Joined Panels 21 7 LED Module Care and Replacement 22 F2 Module 22 LED Lot Numbers 22 A and B Modules 22 Calibration Recall 22 F2 LED Module Removal 23 Removing and Replacing the LED Masks 24 8 F2 Serviceability 25 9 Typical F2 Installation Hanging 27 10 Operation 28 Additional Hardware and Software 28 About NovaLCT 28 Description 28 Rotating the Video Panel Orientation 29 11 Techni...

Page 5: ...ry Text Conventions Symbols F2 1 Seetronic Powerkon Power Cord 4 Seetronic Powerkon Power Linking Cords 4 Seetronic Etherkon Signal Linking Cords 5 Spare LED Masks Quick Reference Guide Convention Meaning 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified Menu Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ENTER A key to be p...

Page 6: ... in accordance with the specifications in this manual or on the product s specification label To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan during periods of non use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable Operation Do not oper...

Page 7: ...llation flexibility and aftermarket front and rear service simply push out modules from the rear using the handles or use the included service tool from the front Front LED surface protective design features prevent damage when handling 4x stainless steel standing feet to keep the LEDs from touching the floor specialized LED board design to improve impact resistance up to 3x that of other panels a...

Page 8: ...eego Connection FemaleSpeego Connections Threaded Mounting Hole Size M12 x6 Test Button Power Signal Indicator LEDs Male Speego Connections Alignment Magnets x4 Alignment Magnets x4 Seetronic Powerkon In Seetronic Powerkon Out Seetronic Etherkon Signal Through Ports Alignment Magnets x4 Alignment Conicals Alignment Bolts x4 ...

Page 9: ...Pixels per Panel 168 x 336 Total Pixels per Panel 56 448 Pixels per LED Module 84 x 168 Total Pixels per LED Module 14 112 LED Module Dimensions 250 x 500 mm To calculate the number of panels horizontally and vertically supported by a single VIP Drive 43Nova 2 or VIP Drive 83R Nova you will use The number of pixels per panel The screen resolution you would like to use for your video wall display T...

Page 10: ...Page 6 of 33 Introduction F2 User Manual Rev 1 37 17 in 944 mm 18 66 in 474 mm 17 48 in 444 mm 39 37 in 1000 mm 14 21 in 361 mm 5 mm 5 8 mm 4 mm 19 68 in 500 mm 10 mm 12 mm ...

Page 11: ...inking All F2 panels support power linking Refer to the following table for specifications on each panel 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 fr...

Page 12: ...th adequate space for ventilation configuration and maintenance Chauvet recommends following the general guidelines below When selecting an installation location consider ease of access for operation and routine maintenance Make sure to hang away from any flammable material as indicated in the Safety Notes section Never mount in places where rain extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilati...

Page 13: ...Dimensions DRB F100CM Dual Function Rig Bar Dimensions 19 67 in 499 8 mm 19 98 in 507 6 mm 4 72 in 120 mm 2 36 in 60 mm 5 2 in 132 mm 6 65 in 169 mm Sold Separately 39 35 in 999 6 mm 39 55 in 1 007 4 mm 4 72 in 120 mm 2 36 in 60 mm 5 2 in 132 mm 6 65 in 169 mm Sold Separately ...

Page 14: ...detach the Rig Bar from the F2 reverse the previous steps Tilt the panels away from each other to safely release the magnetic attachments When mounting a video panel assembly together mount the entire top row of panels using only the spring knobs before moving on to step 5 The alignment magnets on the F2 and Dual Function Rig Bar are designed to temporarily hold the weight of the panel to allow th...

Page 15: ...Bars DRB F50CM or F100CM sold separately All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product WARNING The alignment magnets on the Dual Function Rig Bars are not designed for load bearing All Rig Bars in a panel assembly must be mounted individually to the mounting point Adjacent Rig Bars will NOT support the attached weight WARNING This product should only be us...

Page 16: ...lignment bolts from the F2 twist them counter clockwise with a 5 mm wrench until they come loose Warning The magnetic attachments are not load bearing and are intended for alignment assistance only Do not release panel until the hanging hardware has been fully secured Removing the feet may result in damage not covered by the warranty Alignment Conical x2 MaleSpeego Connection Female Speego Connect...

Page 17: ...h the Ground Support 2 Kit from Chauvet Spacers greater than 5 mm thick must be used at each mounting point between the panels and the struts Chauvet recommends using a VERTICAL steel strut for each column of panels plus 1 as in the following diagram The illustrations above are examples only Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for the proper installation of the product Mount...

Page 18: ...l Rev 1 Spacers Flat Wall Installation When mounting to a flat wall spacers greater than 5 mm thick must be used at each mounting point between the panels and the struts as in the diagram below Steel Strut Spacer 5 mm M10 Bolt LED Module ...

Page 19: ...ls Each F2 can be easily joined vertically to a truss using an optional rig bar and the 2 female Speego connections located at the top corners of each panel Use the male Speego connections at the bottom of each panel to connect additional panels These connectors stay recessed when not being used Male Speego Spring Knob Tightening Latch Locking Bar ...

Page 20: ...Push male Speego connections into female Speego connections 3 Turn the spring knobs clockwise until secure 4 Turn the tightening latches counter clockwise until secure Due to tolerances in the materials as well as wear and tear of the latches some tightening latches may not line up when tightened This is normal Warning The magnetic attachments are not load bearing and are intended for alignment as...

Page 21: ...ing instructions to join panels horizontally 1 Align each of the panels male Speego connections with the corresponding female connections on the panels being added 2 Push male Speego connections into female Speego connections 3 Turn the spring knobs clockwise until secure 4 Turn the tightening latches counter clockwise until secure Due to tolerances in the materials as well as wear and tear of the...

Page 22: ...D indicator light blinks green quickly When the LED blinks green slowly there is no signal Using the F2 Test Button Each F2 has a Test button used to ensure all LEDs are functional Use the Test button on each panel to perform a self test If self testing you must perform the test individually for each F2 You do not need to connect to a signal or use software To use the Test button you must connect ...

Page 23: ...fective Rows of LEDs 1 080 Blank Rows of LEDs 264 Using this panel configuration with this input resolution may cause distortion To compensate for this restraint lower the refresh rate Doing this can make it possible for a height of up to 5 panels with this input resolution The menu path for these settings is Input Settings Custom Resolution Select from Width H Height V or Custom Refresh Rate to e...

Page 24: ...must be within the limits of the port less than 11 Connecting panels to a single port in an arrangement which creates a rectangle larger than 11 panels will cause errors and problems even if only 11 panels are actually connected to that port Of the following examples only those where both of the following are true can work The number of panels connected to each port is equal to or less than 11 The...

Page 25: ...s are connected Connect power between the panels using the same procedure as the signal only using the Power Input and Power Output connectors You must adhere to the power linking specifications for each F2 model Refer to the Power Linking section for details on the number of panels that can be linked based on voltage from a single power connection Refer to the following diagram for an example of ...

Page 26: ...ion Recall Each LED module for the F2 has individual calibration data for each LED permanently saved to the flash memory of the module The receiver card inside the control box or Service module of the F2 can use that data to ensure a uniformity of brightness across the entire panel To upload the calibration data from a new LED module to the Service Module of the panel follow the instructions below...

Page 27: ...and keeping as straight as possible push the module forward away from the frame until it comes loose 4 Carefully tilt the module to pull it through to the rear or have someone on the other side take it 5 Reverse the steps to install the replacement module Use caution when removing the module so as not to damage the connector attached to the back of the module WARNING The magnets on the modules are...

Page 28: ...sk from the LEDs 4 Place the new LED mask in the space with the rear clips side facing in towards the product 5 Push the mask in firmly until it is completely flush with the rest of the masks on the product A roller tool is recommended for this procedure A dull plastic prying tool is recommended to prevent LED damage Bending the mask too much will permanently stretch it beyond usability Take SPECI...

Page 29: ... either the front or the rear is restricted or impossible Follow the instructions below to access the F2 service module from the front of the panel 1 Remove the modules as described in LED Module Care and Replacement 2 Remove four flat head screws Use caution when removing these screws as the cover of the service module will be detached from the panel frame All components in the service module are...

Page 30: ...2 service module from the rear of the panel remove the 4 screws indicated in the diagram below Use caution when removing these screws as the cover of the service module will be detached from the panel frame All components in the service module are attached to the cover ...

Page 31: ... optional Step 3 Create a stable mounting surface e g truss or other stable surface for F2 mounting Step 4 Mount the first top row of the F2s Refer to the Mounting section in this User Manual Step 5 Adjust the alignment of the first row using the Speego connectors latches Step 6 Connect the signal source to the VIP Drive 43Nova 2 or VIP Drive 83R Nova Step 7 Connect the VIP Drive to the Signal por...

Page 32: ...ovaLCT Detailed information and instructions are in the User Manual for the VIP Drive 43Nova 2 or VIP Drive 83R Nova Item Description VIP Drive 43Nova 2 or VIP Drive 83R Nova Interface between the signal source NovaLCT Mars and the F2 being used NovaLCT Software application used to design and run the F2s comprising the video wall A PC is needed DRB F50CM or DRB F100CM F Series Dual Function Rig Ba...

Page 33: ... a computer with NovaLCT installed 2 Open the NovaLCT software 3 Click User U in the menu running across the top of the window to open the drop down menu 4 Click Advanced Synchronous System UserLogin A 5 Type admin into the password field and click the Login button on the screen or press the Enter key 6 Open Screen Configuration 7 Select the appropriate communications port for the connected panel ...

Page 34: ...sfully press OK to close the confirmation window 13 Click the Set Rotation hyperlink which appears in the upper right corner of the Cabinet Information section of the Receiving Card tab 14 Select either 90 or 270 to rotate the video within the connected panels The size of the Receiving Card will be changed accordingly from 168x336 to 336x168 If using the software to map a panel assembly these valu...

Page 35: ...uct prepaid in the original box and with the original packing and accessories Chauvet will not issue call tags Call Chauvet and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause s for the return To submit a service request online go to www chauvetprofessional com service reque...

Page 36: ... kg Transparency 0 Housing Material Magnesium die cast Power Connection Seetronic Powerkon Data Connection Seetronic Etherkon Control Protocol Novastar Maximum Panels VIP Drive 43Nova 2 11 port up to 44 Drive 4 ports varies based on video input source refresh rate Maximum Panels VIP Drive 83R Nova 11 port up to 88 Drive 8 ports varies based on video input source refresh rate Maximum Panels Tall Dr...

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