Chauvet Professional COLOR Strike M User manual

Model ID: COLORSTRIKEM
User Manual

Color STRIKE M User Manual Rev. 9
Edition Notes
The Color STRIKE M User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming,
operation and maintenance instructions for the Color STRIKE M as of the release date of this edition.
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Chauvet, Chauvet Professional, the Chauvet logo, and Strike are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Chauvet & Sons, LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries.
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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
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However,
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
omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the
content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however,
Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest
version from www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Document Revision
This is revision 9 of the Color STRIKE M User Manual. Go to www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest
version.

Color STRIKE M User Manual Rev. 9
Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 1
Claims ........................................................................................................... 1
Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 1
Symbols ........................................................................................................ 1
Safety Notes.................................................................................................. 2
FCC Statement of Compliance ..................................................................... 3
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia................................ 3
Expected LED Lifespan................................................................................. 3
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 4
Description .................................................................................................... 4
Features........................................................................................................ 4
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 4
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 5
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 6
AC Power...................................................................................................... 6
AC Plug .............................................................................................................. 6
Remote Device Management........................................................................ 6
USB Software Update ................................................................................... 7
Force Upload................................................................................................. 7
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 8
Orientation.......................................................................................................... 8
Rigging ............................................................................................................... 8
Procedure........................................................................................................... 8
Product Mounting Diagram ...................................................................................... 8
4. Operation .................................................................................... 9
Control Panel Description ............................................................................. 9
Programming................................................................................................. 9
Passcode ........................................................................................................... 9
DMX Configuration........................................................................................ 9
Control Personalities .......................................................................................... 9
Starting Address................................................................................................. 9
Menu Map ..................................................................................................... 10
Control Channel Assignments and Values.................................................... 13
97CH / 74CH...................................................................................................... 13
47CH / 30CH...................................................................................................... 17
24CH / 13CH...................................................................................................... 19
11CH / 8CH........................................................................................................ 22
Pixel Mapping................................................................................................ 22
Plate Patterns................................................................................................ 23
Beam Patterns .............................................................................................. 24
Configuration................................................................................................. 25
Static Color......................................................................................................... 25
Plate FX ............................................................................................................. 25
Beam Intensity ................................................................................................... 25

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Beam Flash Duration ......................................................................................... 25
Beam Flash Rate ............................................................................................... 25
Tilt ...................................................................................................................... 25
Tilt Offset............................................................................................................ 25
Tilt Invert ............................................................................................................ 26
Pixel Invert ......................................................................................................... 26
LED Array Swap................................................................................................. 26
Master Slave ...................................................................................................... 26
Dimmer Mode..................................................................................................... 26
White Balance .................................................................................................... 26
Pulse Width Modulation ..................................................................................... 26
Display Invert ..................................................................................................... 26
Display Back Light.............................................................................................. 27
Key Lock ............................................................................................................ 27
Product Information............................................................................................ 27
Factory Reset..................................................................................................... 27
5. Maintenance................................................................................ 28
Product Maintenance .................................................................................... 28
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 29
Contact Us ...................................................................................... 30
Warranty & Returns....................................................................................... 30

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Color STRIKE M User Manual Rev. 9
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 a 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.
Text Conventions
Symbols
• Color STRIKE M
• Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
• Omega bracket with mounting hardware
• 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
<ENTER> A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
Symbol Meaning
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.
Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of Seetronic
IP-rated cables.
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.
• The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
• 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 its service agent.
• The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similar qualified person.
• CAUTION:
• This product’s housing may be hot when operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate
ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
•
When transferring the 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 the product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
• Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply with local laws regarding
notification of strobe use.
• ALWAYS:
• Disconnect from power before cleaning the product or replacing the fuse.
• When using an IP65-rated product in an outdoor environment, use IP65- (or higher) rated power
and data cable.
• Replace and secure IP-rated protective covers to all power, data, USB, or other ports when not in
use.
• Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
• Use a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
• Connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.
•DONOT:
• Open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Look at the light source when the product is on.
• Leave any flammable material within 20 cm of this product while operating or connected to power.
• Connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
• Operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
• Submerge this product (adhere to standards for the published IP rating). Regular outdoor operation
is fine.
• Permanently install outdoors in locations with extreme environmental conditions. This includes, but
is not limited to:
• Exposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body of water).
• Locations where normal temperatures exceed the temperature ranges in this manual.
• Locations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
• Other areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic substances.
• ONLY use the handles or the hanging/mounting brackets to carry this product.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this 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 14°F (-10°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
• 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.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using 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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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.
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia
Warning! This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between
the radiator and the user. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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.

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Introduction
Color STRIKE M User Manual Rev. 9
2. Introduction
Description
Color STRIKE M is an IP65-rated motorized strobe/wash with two ultra-bright, white light tube elements
surrounded by an electrifying, color-mixing, and pixel-mappable face. This versatile strobe light can double
as a wash fixture with 180° tilt range to throw bright saturated color wherever needed. The IP65 casing
protects the fixture from any environmental factors or weather and has two omega-bracket attachments to
mount the fixture horizontally or vertically without any hassle. Multiple programming personalities give a
varying amount of control, from simple setups with a multitude of built-in effects, or wider control options to
take advantage of the pixel-mappable zones: 14 in the RGB face and 28 in the two tube elements. Built-in
alignment pins insure perfectly straight linear arrays to create massive arrangements. DMX, Art-Net, and
sACN control. All LEDs feature 16-bit dimming for smooth fades and Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) for
on-camera use.
Features
• High-power, 180° tilting hybrid strobe/wash with IP65 rating for all-weather use
• 14 controllable sections of RGB LEDs and 28 sections of control of the white strobe LEDs
• Multiple mounting locations and a yoke that can be repositioned with ¼ turn adapters for creative
and convenient rigging options in vertical and horizontal orientations
• Multitude of built-in effect macros with control parameters
• DMX, Art-Net, and sACN control capability
• 16-bit dimming control for smooth, perfect fades
• Easy-to-use OLED display
• Rugged design for years of rough use in the most extreme conditions
• Adjustable PWM and Remote Device Management (RDM) for added flexibility
• USB port for fixture software updates
• Built-in alignment pins to ensure perfectly straight linear arrays
Product Overview
Touchscreen display /
control panel
Power in
5-pin DMX in/out
USB-C
port
Fans
Network in/out

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Introduction
Product Dimensions
in]
in]
n]
16.02 in
407 mm
5.22 in
133 mm
7.39 in
188 mm
11.96 in
304 mm
8.35 in
212 mm
12.30 in
312 mm 13.44 in
341 mm
6.84 in
174 mm
6.40 in
163 mm
13.09 in
333 mm

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Setup
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3. Setup
AC Power
The Color STRIKE M has an auto-ranging power supply, and it can work with an input voltage range of 100
to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current
value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart.
The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
AC Plug
The Color STRIKE M comes with a power input cable terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon IP65
connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the cable has no plug or the
plug needs to be changed, use the table below to wire a plug:
Remote Device Management
Remote Device Management (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 Color STRIKE M 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

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Setup
USB Software Update
The Color STRIKE M allows for software updates with a USB device using the built-in USB port. To update
the software using a USB flash drive, do the following:
1. Power on the product, and plug the flash drive into the USB port.
2. Once the flash drive has been detected, the message “Upgrade Firmware” will be displayed.
Press <ENTER>. If a different message appears on the display, search for the updated software in
the main menu (Update Firmware) and select from Only This Unit, Multiple Fixture, or Other
Fixture Type. A list of the updated software files will be displayed.
3. Select the file that needs to be uploaded. The message “Are you sure?” will be displayed.
Press <ENTER>.
4. If the selected file is correct, the upgrade will start. DO NOT turn off the power or disconnect the
USB during the process. USB update can take several minutes to complete.
5. When the update is completed, the fixture will automatically reboot.
6. Go to Fixture Information on the product’s menu map and confirm the firmware revision.
7. When the boot-up process is finished, restart the product.
Force Upload
A Force Upload is done whenever a software update fails due to accidental removal of the USB flash drive,
incorrect control protocol, or loss of power during a regular software update process.
To do a Force Upload, follow the instructions below:
1. Link the target fixture to the main fixture via a DMX 5-pin connection. Ensure that the target fixture
is turned off.
2. Turn on the main fixture and set its protocol to DMX512.
3. Plug the flash drive into the USB-C port of the main fixture.
4. Go to Upgrade Firmware on the menu map.
5. Choose between Multiple Fixture and Other Fixture Type. Press <ENTER>.
•Multiple Fixture: Both the target fixture and main fixture are from the same product line
(e.g., 2 Color STRIKE M fixtures).
•Other Fixture Type: The target fixture and main fixture are from different product series
(e.g., a Color STRIKE M as the target fixture and a Maverick Silens 2 Profile as the main fixture).
6. Select the file that needs to be uploaded. The message “Are you sure?” will appear on the
screen. Press <ENTER>. Turn on the target fixture within 1–2 seconds of pressing <ENTER>. The
display on the target fixture should remain off.
a. The main fixture will show the update progress (0–100%).
b.
The target fixture’s display will turn on, and a notification “ <UPDATE> ” will appear on the screen.
7. DO NOT turn off power or remove the USB flash drive. Once the software is done uploading, the
target fixture will automatically reboot.
8. Go to the target fixture’s main menu and confirm that the firmware version has been updated.
9. Reboot the target fixture.
If the selected file is incorrect, the upgrade will fail, and the display will go back to the
main interface. Repeat steps 1–3 using the correct file.
• Place the .chl file in the root directory of the USB drive.
• The product's USB port supports up to 32GB capacity and only works with FAT32 file format.
Turning off the power, removing the USB, or not setting the fixture to the correct protocol
during the update can cause partial or total firmware failure in the targeted fixture(s).
Please refer to Force Upload section to fix firmware failure issues.
• A Force Upload process requires a target fixture (the fixture that needs a Force Upload
and a main fixture (the fixture that controls the upload process).
• The Force Upload process can only be done one target fixture at a time .
The timing of when the target fixture’s display will turn on varies from fixture to fixture.

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Setup
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Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
For the 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, always make sure there is easy access to the product
for maintenance and programming.
• Make sure that the structure onto which the product is being 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.
Procedure
The Color STRIKE M comes with a bracket to which a mounting clamp can be attached directly. Mounting
clamps are sold separately. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this product. For
the Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.
Product Mounting Diagram
Safety cable
Mounting clamp
Omega
bracket
X
X

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Operation
4. Operation
Control Panel Description
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 the selected value or the first
option of the next programming level.
• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.
Passcode
After being prompted to enter the passcode, press <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>, <ENTER>.
DMX Configuration
Use control configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.
Control Personalities
To set the control personality:
1. Go to the DMX Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality, from 8CH, 11CH, 13CH, 24CH, 30CH, 47CH, 74CH, and 97CH.
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. To set the starting address:
1. Go to the Start Address main level.
2. Select the starting address (1–512).
• The highest recommended starting address for 8 Ch is 505.
• The highest recommended starting address for 11 Ch is 502.
• The highest recommended starting address for 13 Ch is 500.
• The highest recommended starting address for 24 Ch is 489.
• The highest recommended starting address for 30 Ch is 483.
• The highest recommended starting address for 47 Ch is 466.
• The highest recommended starting address for 74 Ch is 439.
• The highest recommended starting address for 97 Ch is 416.
Button Function
<MENU> Exits from the current menu or function
<UP> Enables the selected menu or sets the selected value in to the current function
<DOWN> Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric value when in a function
<ENTER>
Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a function
•SeetheStarting Address section for the highest starting address available for each
personality.
• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the
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Menu Map
Refer to the Color STRIKE M product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.
Main Level Programming Levels Description
Protocol
DMX512
Sets the control protocolArt-Net
sACN
DMX Address 1–512*
Selects DMX address
(*highest channel restricted to
personality chosen)
DMX Channel
8CH
Selects DMX channel
11CH
13CH
24CH
30CH
47CH
74CH
97CH
Static
Fixed Color
RRed
GGreen
BBlue
GB Green + blue
RB Red + blue
RG Red + green
RGB Red + green + blue
Manual Color Mixer
Red
0–255 Combines red, green, and blue to
make a custom color (0–100%)
Green
Blue
Plate FX
Plate FX 1
Plate FX 2
Plate FX 3
Plate FX 4
Plate FX 5
Plate FX 6
Plate FX 7
Plate FX 8
Plate FX 9
Speed 1–100 Adjusts the plate movement speed
Plate Intensity 000–255 Adjusts the plate light intensity
Background
Color
R
Selects background color
G
B
GB
RB
RG
RGB
Off Turns off background color
Foreground
Color
R
Selects foreground color
G
B
GB
RB
RG
RGB
Off Turns off foreground color
Beam Intensity 000–255 Adjusts the beam light intensity
Beam Flash
Duration
000–255 Adjusts the duration of the beam
flash
Beam Flash
Rate
000–255 Adjusts the beam flash rate
Tilt 000–255 Adjusts the tilt range from 0° to 180°

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Tilt Offset 000–255 Adjusts the tilt offset range
Tilt Invert
No Inverts the default tilt orientation
Yes
Pixel Invert
Plate1 Invert No
Inverts the beam and plate pixels
individually. Reverts to default
setting with a factory reset.
Yes
Plate2 Invert No
Yes
Tube1 Invert No
Yes
Tube2 Invert No
Yes
LED Array
Swap
Plate Swap No
Swaps the plate and beam pixel
mapping. Keeps the setting even
after a factory reset.
Yes
Beam Swap No
Yes
Master/Slave
Master DMX mode (master)
Slave Slave mode
Dimmer Mode
OFF Linear dimmer
DIM1–3 Dimming curves: Dimmer 1 (fast) to
Dimmer 3(slow)
White Balance
Off Turns white balance off
Manual
Red Combines red, green, and blue to
create custom color
Green 125–255
Blue
LED Frequency
600Hz
Sets the Pulse Width Modulation
(PWM) frequency
1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz
25000Hz
Fan Mode
Auto Sets fan to auto — fan speed adjusts
according to product temperature
On Turns fan on
Display Invert
No Inverts the default display mode
Yes
Backlight
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 remains on
Key Lock
On Locks the control panel
Off Keeps the control panel unlocked
Ethernet
Setting
Universe
0–255 (ArtNet) Sets the universe
1–255 (sACN)
IP Address 2.192.0.1 Sets the IP address
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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Information
Fixture Hours: _ _ _Hours
Displays total hours the product has
been powered on
LED Hours:
_ _H Displays the total LED hours
Disp Ver:
V_._ _ _ _ _ _ Displays firmware version
Drv-Y Ver:
V_._ Displays the tilt PCB version
LED-A Ver:
V_._ Displays the LED A PCB version
LED-C Ver:
V_._ Displays the LED C PCB version
Net Ver:
V_ _ Displays the network version
UID
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Displays product UID
Upgrade
Firmware
Only This Fixture _ _ _ _ _ _.CHL Selects an update file for this
product, or shows “No such file!”
Multiple Fixtures _ _ _ _ _ _.CHL
Selects an update file for this and
connected Color STRIKE M
products, or shows “No such file!”
Other Fixture Type _ _ _ _ _ _.CHL
Selects an update file for other
connected products, or shows “No
such file!”
Factory Reset
No Resets settings to factory default
Yes
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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Operation
Control Channel Assignments and Values
97CH / 74CH
74CH 97CH Function Value Percent/Setting
1 1 Tilt 000 255 0–100%
2 2 Fine tilt 000 255 0–100%
3–Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
– 3 Master dimmer 000 255 0–100%
– 4 Plate dimmer 000 255 0–100%
– 5 Beam dimmer 000 255 0–100%
4 – Strobe
000 009 Open
010 079 Strobe, slow to fast
080 149 Pulse, slow to fast
150 219 Random strobe, slow to fast
220 255 Open
– 6 Plate flash duration
000 009 Classic shutter mode: disables duration control
010 250 Slow to fast
251 255 100% On, no flash/strobe
– 7 Plate flash rate
000 009 100%
010 250 Slow to fast
251 255 100%
– 8 Beam flash duration
000 009 Classic shutter mode: disables duration control
010 250 Slow to fast
251 255 100% On, no flash/strobe
– 9 Beam flash rate
000 009 100%
010 250 Slow to fast
251 255 100% on
5 10 Plate pixel 1 red 000 255 0–100%
6 11 Plate pixel 1 green 000 255 0–100%
7 12 Plate pixel 1 blue 000 255 0–100%
8 13 Plate pixel 2 red 000 255 0–100%
9 14 Plate pixel 2 green 000 255 0–100%
10 15 Plate pixel 2 blue 000 255 0–100%
11 16 Plate pixel 3 red 000 255 0–100%
12 17 Plate pixel 3 green 000 255 0–100%
13 18 Plate pixel 3 blue 000 255 0–100%
14 19 Plate pixel 4 red 000 255 0–100%
15 20 Plate pixel 4 green 000 255 0–100%
16 21 Plate pixel 4 blue 000 255 0–100%
17 22 Plate pixel 5 red 000 255 0–100%
18 23 Plate pixel 5 green 000 255 0–100%
19 24 Plate pixel 5 blue 000 255 0–100%
20 25 Plate pixel 6 red 000 255 0–100%
21 26 Plate pixel 6 green 000 255 0–100%
22 27 Plate pixel 6 blue 000 255 0–100%
23 28 Plate pixel 7 red 000 255 0–100%
24 29 Plate pixel 7 green 000 255 0–100%
25 30 Plate pixel 7 blue 000 255 0–100%
26 31 Plate pixel 8 red 000 255 0–100%
27 32 Plate pixel 8 green 000 255 0–100%
28 33 Plate pixel 8 blue 000 255 0–100%
29 34 Plate pixel 9 red 000 255 0–100%
30 35 Plate pixel 9 green 000 255 0–100%
31 36 Plate pixel 9 blue 000 255 0–100%
32 37 Plate pixel 10 red 000 255 0–100%
33 38 Plate pixel 10 green 000 255 0–100%
34 39 Plate pixel 10 blue 000 255 0–100%
35 40 Plate pixel 11 red 000 255 0–100%
36 41 Plate pixel 11 green 000 255 0–100%
37 42 Plate pixel 11 blue 000 255 0–100%

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38 43 Plate pixel 12 red 000 255 0–100%
39 44 Plate pixel 12 green 000 255 0–100%
40 45 Plate pixel 12 blue 000 255 0–100%
41 46 Plate pixel 13 red 000 255 0–100%
42 47 Plate pixel 13 green 000 255 0–100%
43 48 Plate pixel 13 blue 000 255 0–100%
44 49 Plate pixel 14 red 000 255 0–100%
45 50 Plate pixel 14 green 000 255 0–100%
46 51 Plate pixel 14 blue 000 255 0–100%
47 52 Beam pixel 1 000 255 0–100%
48 53 Beam pixel 2 000 255 0–100%
49 54 Beam pixel 3 000 255 0–100%
50 55 Beam pixel 4 000 255 0–100%
51 56 Beam pixel 5 000 255 0–100%
52 57 Beam pixel 6 000 255 0–100%
53 58 Beam pixel 7 000 255 0–100%
54 59 Beam pixel 8 000 255 0–100%
55 60 Beam pixel 9 000 255 0–100%
56 61 Beam pixel 10 000 255 0–100%
57 62 Beam pixel 11 000 255 0–100%
58 63 Beam pixel 12 000 255 0–100%
59 64 Beam pixel 13 000 255 0–100%
60 65 Beam pixel 14 000 255 0–100%
61 66 Beam pixel 15 000 255 0–100%
62 67 Beam pixel 16 000 255 0–100%
63 68 Beam pixel 17 000 255 0–100%
64 69 Beam pixel 18 000 255 0–100%
65 70 Beam pixel 19 000 255 0–100%
66 71 Beam pixel 20 000 255 0–100%
67 72 Beam pixel 21 000 255 0–100%
68 73 Beam pixel 22 000 255 0–100%
69 74 Beam pixel 23 000 255 0–100%
70 75 Beam pixel 24 000 255 0–100%
71 76 Beam pixel 25 000 255 0–100%
72 77 Beam pixel 26 000 255 0–100%
73 78 Beam pixel 27 000 255 0–100%
74 79 Beam pixel 28 000 255 0–100%
–80BeamFX
000 005 No function
006 042 Ramp up
043 085 Ramp down
086 128 Ramp up-down
129 171 Random
172 214 Lightning
215 255 Spikes
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– 81 Plates foreground
000 000 No function
001 002 White (2700K)
003 004 White (3200K)
005 006 White (4200K)
007 008 White (5600K)
009 010 White (8000K)
011 Blue R: 0 G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
012 048 Green+ / Blue R: 0 G: + B: 255 W: 0
049 Cyan R: 0 G: 255 B: 255 W: 0
050 086 Green / Blue- R: 0 G: 255 B: - W: 0
087 Green R: 0 G: 255 B: 0 W: 0
088 124 Red+ / Green R: + G: 255 B: 0 W: 0
125 Yellow R: 255 G: 255 B: 0 W: 0
126 162 Red / Green- R: 255 G: - B: 0 W: 0
163 Red R: 255 G: 0 B: 0 W: 0
164 200 Red / Blue+ R: 255 G: 0 B: + W: 0
201 Magenta R: 255 G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
202 238 Red- / Blue R: - G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
239 Blue R: 0 G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
240 247 Color index, fast to slow
248 255 Color snap, fast to slow
– 82 Plate foreground dimmer 000 255 0–100%
– 83 Plates background
000 000 No function
001 002 White (2700K)
003 004 White (3200K)
005 006 White (4200K)
007 008 White (5600K)
009 010 White (8000K)
011 Blue R: 0 G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
012 048 Green+ / Blue R: 0 G: + B: 255 W: 0
049 Cyan R: 0 G: 255 B: 255 W: 0
050 086 Green / Blue- R: 0 G: 255 B: - W: 0
087 Green R: 0 G: 255 B: 0 W: 0
088 124 Red+ / Green R: + G: 255 B: 0 W: 0
125 Yellow R: 255 G: 255 B: 0 W: 0
126 162 Red / Green- R: 255 G: - B: 0 W: 0
163 Red R: 255 G: 0 B: 0 W: 0
164 200 Red / Blue+ R: 255 G: 0 B: + W: 0
201 Magenta R: 255 G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
202 238 Red- / Blue R: - G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
239 Blue R: 0 G: 0 B: 255 W: 0
240 247 Color index, fast to slow
248 255 Color snap, fast to slow
– 84 Plates background dimmer 000 255 0–100%
–85
Plate 1 (pixels 1–7) FX
select (see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Plate FX All select (all on)
003 255 Plate FX pattern select
–86
Plate 1 (pixels 1–7) FX
movement speed &
direction
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 005 No function
006 124 Left to right, fast to slow
125 130 No function
131 249 Right to left, slow to fast
250 255 No function
–87
Plate 1 (pixels 1–7) FX
crossfade
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Snap from pixel to pixel
003 255 Fade duration: short to long
–88
Plate 2 (pixels 8–14)
FX select
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Plate FX All select (all on)
003 255 Plate FX pattern select
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Plate 2 (pixels 8–14) FX
movement speed &
direction
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 005 No function
006 124 Left to right, fast to slow
125 130 No function
131 249 Right to left, slow to fast
250 255 No function
–90
Plate 2 (pixels 8–14) FX
crossfade
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Snap from pixel to pixel
003 255 Fade duration: short to long
–91
Beam 1 (pixels 1–14)
FX select
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Beam FX All select (all on)
003 255 Beam FX pattern select
–92
Beam 1 (pixels 1–14) FX
movement speed &
direction
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 005 No function
006 124 Left to right, fast to slow
125 130 No function
131 249 Right to left, slow to fast
250 255 No function
–93
Beam 1 (pixels 1–14)
FX crossfade
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Snap from pixel to pixel
003 255 Fade duration: short to long
–94
Beam 2 (pixels 15–28)
FX select
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Beam FX All select (all on)
003 255 Beam FX pattern select
–95
Beam 2 (pixels 15–28) FX
movement speed &
direction
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 005 No function
006 124 Left to right, fast to slow
125 130 No function
131 249 Right to left, slow to fast
250 255 No function
–96
Beam 2 (pixels 15–28)
FX crossfade
(see Pixel Mapping)
000 002 Snap from pixel to pixel
003 255 Fade duration: short to long
–97
Control
(hold for 3 seconds)
000 005 No function
006 010 Off (dimmer mode)
011 015 Dimmer 1 (dimmer mode)
016 020 Dimmer 2 (dimmer mode)
021 025 Dimmer 3 (dimmer mode)
026 030 600 Hz
031 035 1200 Hz
036 040 2000 Hz
041 045 4000 Hz
046 050 6000 Hz
051 055 25 KHz
056 060 Auto (Fan mode)
061 065 On (Fan mode)
066 070 Tilt reset
071 075 Plate 1 invert off
076 080 Plate 1 invert on
081 085 Plate 2 invert off
086 090 Plate 2 invert on
091 095 Beam 1 invert off
096 100 Beam 1 invert on
101 105 Beam 2 invert off
106 110 Beam 2 invert on
111 115 Plate swap on
116 120 Plate swap off
121 125 Beam swap on
126 130 Beam swap off
131 140 No function
141 150 FX pattern priority
151 155 Color mix HTP on
156 160 Color mix HTP off
161 170 Color priority
171 255 No function
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