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User Manual 

Summary of Contents for MVP Ta8 Curve

Page 1: ...User Manual ...

Page 2: ... print this manual for professional information purposes only CHAUVET expressly prohibits the usage copy storage distribution modification or printing of this manual or its content for any other purpose without its written consent 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 your printer to sc...

Page 3: ...tional 3 Overview 4 Dimensions 5 Pixels Per Panel 5 3 Setup 6 AC Power 6 AC Plug 6 Power Linking 6 4 Mounting the MVPs 7 Orientation 7 Truss Installation 7 Rig Kit Installation Procedure 7 5 Joining Each MVP Creating a Modular Design 8 Vertically Joining the Panels 8 Vertical Joining Procedure 8 Horizontally Joining Panels 9 Horizontal Joining Procedure 90 9 Horizontal Joining Procedure 18 10 6 Co...

Page 4: ...16 Step 6 16 Step 7 16 Step 8 16 VIP Sample Video Wall System Setup 17 8 Operation 18 Additional Hardware and Software 18 About CHAUVET LED Studio 19 Description 19 9 Technical Information 20 MVP Ta8 Curve Maintenance 20 Troubleshooting Guide 20 Returns 21 10 Technical Specifications 22 Contact Us 23 ...

Page 5: ...or 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 receiving the merchandise Typographic Conventions Convention Meaning 1 512 A range of values in the text 50 60 A set of mutually exclusive values in the text Italics A reference to a section chapter or external document SET A button on the product s cont...

Page 6: ...ian Do not open or modify the product Make sure the product is connected to the proper voltage provided in this manual s specifications and or the specification sticker on the product Never try to repair the product Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact CHAUVET Technical Support Any damages caused by manual modifications are not subject to warrant...

Page 7: ...itch panels with integrated hardware allows units be hung straight or in convex concave curves Innovative rigging hardware lets the panels curve 18 degrees without losing pixel pitch Superb contrast through the use of blackface SMD LEDs Tight binning of LEDs ensures consistent color rendering across panels Durable and modular system for high resolution graphics Easy installation and connectivity u...

Page 8: ...Introduction 4 MVP Ta8 Curve User Manual Rev 1 Overview ...

Page 9: ... per panel and the screen resolution you would like to use for your video wall display to calculate the number of panels horizontally and vertically supported by a single VIP Driver This Driver is required to operate a CHAUVET VIP video wall system Diagrams of how the MVP Ta8 Curve panels and the VIP Driver operate together follow later in this manual For details about the VIP Driver and panel cal...

Page 10: ... Sizing Circuit Breakers from the CHAUVET website www chauvetpro com Never connect this 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 Each MVP Ta8 Curve comes with a power linking cord to connect power between panels however the power input cord is only included with the 6 pack flight case This cable has a ...

Page 11: ...t in places where rain extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation may affect the panels Make sure that the structure to which you are hanging the panels can support the weight Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for the weight requirement of each MVP Ta8 Curve Truss Installation Refer to the following diagram for truss installation CHAUVET offers the MVP Ta Ri...

Page 12: ...ated at the top corner of each panel and the vertical rigging located on the bottom of the panel at each corner These connectors can be recessed if not being used Vertical Joining Procedure Use the following instructions to join your panels vertically Each step corresponds to the number in the diagram 1 Release fast lock lever as shown in step 1 Using the block behind the lever push up on the mech...

Page 13: ...ation or they can be joined using the adjustable locking arms on the inside right hand top and bottom of each panel Using the adjustable locking arms allows the panels to be curved 18 Horizontal Joining Procedure 90 Use the following instructions to join your panels horizontally 1 Lift and turn knob as shown in step 1 2 Pull adjoining panel and start the alignment process with the mechanism 3 Lock...

Page 14: ... and pull arms out as shown in step 1 and 2 2 Pull together adjoining panel set the same angle on both arms and lightly tighten adjustment knobs as shown in step 2 This is for connection only and can be re adjusted later 3 Attach outer end of arms to adjoining panel and tighten all the locking knobs as shown in step 3 4 Set the adjustment knobs to the desired angle and tighten in place Step 1 Step...

Page 15: ...eption when the Link LED indicator light displays green This light should be blinking rapidly to indicate good reception Using the MVP Ta8 Curve Test Button Each MVP Ta8 Curve also has a Test button used to ensure all LEDs in each panel 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 MVP Ta8 Curve You do not ne...

Page 16: ...Driver Quick Reference Guide for information and instructions on the VIP Driver The VIP system s maximum signal load is 24 or less panels on a single signal cable connection When using more than 24 panels in a video wall design you will need a VIP Signal Distributor and additional signal cables to accommodate the number of panels over 24 A VIP Signal Distributor output supports up to 8 signal outp...

Page 17: ...he source signal is connected to the first panel A signal cable is then connected from the first panel The connections continue to daisy chain until all panels are connected The route of the cables used to make the signal connections can vary The following diagrams are recommended suggestions for signal connections between 24 or less panels and more than 24 panels Refer to Connecting Signal Input ...

Page 18: ...rmined by the number of panels in the video wall design and the desired layout for ease of setup Every group of 24 panels will require another signal cable from the VIP Signal Distributor Eight signal cables can be connected to a single VIP Signal Distributor In this configuration the backup from the driver may be connected to the last panel in any group of panels or to any free connection to the ...

Page 19: ...commends the Neutrik powerCON extension cable item number PCLEAD50FT available from CHAUVET if additional cables are required 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 MVP model Refer to the Power Linking section for details on the number of panels that ...

Page 20: ...ce i e truss or other stable surface for MVP Ta8 Curve mounting Step 4 Mount the top row of the MVP Ta8 Curves first Refer to the Mounting section in this User Manual Step 5 Adjust the alignment of the first row using the speego connectors Step 6 Connect the signal source to the VIP Driver Connect the VIP Driver to the VIP Signal Distributor if applicable Step 7 Connect either VIP Driver or VIP Si...

Page 21: ...pport more than 24 panels Note that the two driver setup shown here allows for simultaneous playback of pre recorded and live content all directed from a single PC Refer to the signal processor User Manual and the VIP Signal Distributor Quick Reference Guide for information on those video wall components For pre recorded content no video processor in line with this connection Second driver allows ...

Page 22: ...igging kit 12090646 MVP RKR Neutrik etherCON Signal Extension optional etherCON Signal Extension 18 in etherCON Signal Extension 5 ft etherCON Signal Extension 10 ft 19090363 19090364 19090365 MVPU SIG18IN MVPU SIG5FT MVPU SIG10FT Neutrik powerCON Extension optional powerCON Extension 18 in powerCON Extension 5 ft powerCON Extension 10 ft powerCON Extension 25 ft powerCON Extension 50 ft powerCON ...

Page 23: ...ription CHAUVET LED Studio 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 Media System you recreate that design within LED Studio Detailed information and instructions are in the CHAUVET L...

Page 24: ...hly dry before reconnecting power and signal cables Always dry the external surfaces carefully after cleaning them Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Cause s Action s All LEDs are blinking Contact failure Fix the loose LEDs or try re plugging LEDs on a specific circuit are not lit working Power output cable may be connected incorrectly Remove and connect correctly Power cables may be plugged in reverse...

Page 25: ...number CHAUVET will refuse any product returned without an RMA number DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box Instead write it on a properly affixed label Once you have received the RMA number please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number The RMA number A brief description of the problem s Be sure to pack the product pr...

Page 26: ...lue 465 470 nm Power Supply Type Switching AC Voltage Range 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Voltage Selection Auto ranging Power Consumption 120 V 60 Hz 231 W 1 92 A Power Consumption 208 V 60 Hz 238 W 1 17 A Power Consumption 230 V 50 Hz 247 W 1 12 A Power Linking 120 V 60 Hz 9 units Power Linking 208 V 60 Hz 15 units Power Linking 230 V 50 Hz 16 units Dimensions 23 6 x 23 6 x 2 6 in 600 x 600 x 66 mm Weigh...

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