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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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.
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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
Color STRIKE M User Manual Rev. 9
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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Before You Begin
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]
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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
Color STRIKE M User Manual Rev. 9
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