Setup
MVP™ (12/18/37.5) Seri es Getting Started Us er Manual, Rev. 10 -7-
AC Power
Each MVP™ has an auto-ranging power supply that works
with an input voltage range of
100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Make sure that you are connecting the MVPs to the proper voltage, as specified
in this
User Manual and on the product’s specification sticker.
Always connect this product to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical
ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
To determine the power requirements for each MVP™ in the s
eries, refer to the label
affixed to the product. You can also refer to the Technical Specifications chart in t his
manual.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. Fo r
more information, you may download 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™ comes with a power linking cord to connect power between panels; however
,
the power input cord is not included.
The power input cord must
be purchased separately. CHAUVET® recommends the
Neutrik® powerCON® extension cable, item number PCEXT50FT,
available from
CHAUVET®.
This cable has a powerCON connector to connect to the MVP™ and a bare plug for
power
input. Use the table below as a reference to wire a new plug.
Connection Wire (US) 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
All three panels in the Series support power linking.
Refer to the following table for
specifications on each panel.
MVP™ 12 MVP™ 18 MVP™ 37.5
@ 120 V, 60 Hz 7 7 13
@ 208 V, 60 Hz 11 11 20
@ 230 V, 50 Hz 12 12 22
Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for the proper installation
of this product.