CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL STRIKE ARRAY 4 Blinder Effect Light User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- Chauvet Professional
Table of Contents
- About This Guide
- Safety Notes
- What is Included
- FCC Compliance
- Disclaimer
- LIMITED WARRANTY
- Contact
- AC Power
- DMX Linking
- Multi-Product Mounting
- Mounting Products Attached in Series
- Vertical Mounting Stability
- Control Panel Description
- USB Software Update
- DMX Values
- Contact Us
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL STRIKE ARRAY 4 Blinder Effect Light User Guide
About This Guide
The Strike Array 4 Quick Reference Guide (QRG) has basic product information such as connection, mounting, menu options, and DMX values. Download the User Manual from www.chauvetprofessional.com for more details.
Safety Notes
- The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than 7.5 ft (2.3 m) is not expected.
- 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 his service agent.
- The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or a similar qualified person.
- The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
- DO NOT open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
- 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.
- DO NOT look at the light source when the product is on.
- CAUTION: This product’s housing may be hot when lights are operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
- DO NOT leave any flammable material within 50 cm of this product while operating or connected to power.
- CAUTION: When transferring 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 product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
- USE a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
- DO NOT submerge this product (IP65). Regular outdoor operation is fine.
- DO NOT operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
- DO NOT connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
- ONLY connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.
- ONLY use the hanging/mounting bracket or the handles to carry this product.
- In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
- The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.
What is Included
- Strike Array 4
- Sermonic Power kon IP65 power cord
- Omega bracket with mounting hardware
- Quick Reference Guide
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC Rules. Operations is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Disclaimer
The information and specifications contained in this QRG are subject to change without notice.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For Customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com
/warranty-registration.
For Customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the
Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu
/warranty-registration.
Chauvet warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use, for the period specified in, and subject to the
exclusions and limitations set forth in the full limited warranty on our
website. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product
and is not transferable. To exercise rights under this warranty, you must
provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt from an
authorized dealer that shows the product name and date of purchase.
THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to
state and country to country. This warranty is valid only in the United
States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands,
Luxembourg, France, Germany and Mexico. For warranty terms in other countries,
please consult your local distributor.
Contact
Outside the US, UK, Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact your distributor to request support or return a product. Refer to Contact Us at the end of this QRG for contact information.
AC Power
This product has an auto-ranging power supply that can work with an input
voltage range of 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Power Linking
You can link up to 5 Strike Array 4 products at 100 V, 6 products at 120 V, 11
products at 208 V, 12 products at 230 V, or 12 products at 240 V. Never exceed
this number. Power linking cords can be purchased separately.
AC Plug
| Connection | Wire (U.S.) | Wire (Europe) | Screw Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Live | Black | Brown | Yellow/Brass |
| AC Neutral | White | Blue | Silver |
| AC Ground | Green/Yellow | Green/Yellow | Green |
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.
DMX Linking
The Strike Array 4 will work with a DMX controller using a 5-pin DMX serial connection. A DMX Primer is available from www.chauvetprofessional.com.
DMX Connection
The Strike Array 4 uses a wireless DMX data connection for its DMX
personalities: 1 Ch, 3 Ch, 4 Ch, 5 Ch, 6 Ch, and 10 Ch. See the User Manual
for information about connecting and configuring the product for DMX
operation.
Master/Slave Connection
The Strike Array 4 uses the DMX data connection for its Master/Slave mode. See
the User Manual for information about connect and configure the product for
master/slave operation.
RDM (Remote Device Management)
Remote Device Management, or 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 Strike Array 4 supports RDM protocol
that allows feedback to make changes to some menu map options. Download the
User Manual from
www.chauvetprofessional.com for more
details.
Mounting
Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes. Make sure the mounting
clamps are capable of supporting the weight of the product. For our Chauvet
line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/productcategory/truss-
clamps/.
Product Mounting Diagram
Multi-Product Mounting
The Strike Array 4 has an interlocking system to connect multiple Strike Array 4 or Strike Array 2 products together, vertically or horizontally. Make sure the mounting clamps are capable of supporting the weight of the product. For our Chauvet line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/productcategory /truss-clamps/.
Multi-Product Mounting Diagram
Mounting Products Attached in Series
-
When using the omega bracket, never hang more than 16 cells vertically from a single mounting point.
-
When not using the omega bracket, never hang more than 8 cells vertically from a single mounting point.
Vertical Mounting Stability
When mounting products attached in series, use omega brackets in the back
position to create a spine. This will prevent any motion which may damage the
products.
Control Panel Description
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| < MENU> | Exits from the current menu or function |
| < ENTER> | Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently |
selected value into the selected function
< UP>| Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases the numeric
value when in a function
< DOWN>| Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases the
numeric value when in a function
Passcode
After being prompted, enter the following passcode by pressing: UP ,
DOWN , UP, DOWN, ENTER . This passcode cannot be changed and must be
used whenever prompted.
Menu Map
Refer to the Strike Array 4 product page on
www.chauvetprofessional.com for the
latest menu map.
| Main Level | Programming Levels | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Start Address | **001–512*** | Selects starting address (*highest channel |
restricted to personality chosen)
DMX Channel| 1 Ch| 1-channel: Dimmer
3 Ch| 3-channel: Dimmer, red shift, dimmer speed mode
4 Ch| 4-channel: White 1, white 2, white 3, white 4
5 Ch| 5-channel: Dimmer, red shift, strobe, auto programs, dimmer speed
mode
6 Ch| 6-channel: White 1, white 2, white 3, white 4, red shift, dimmer
speed mode
10 Ch| 10-channel: Dimmer, 16-bit dimmer, red shift, strobe, white 1,
white 2, white 3, white 4, auto programs, dimmer speed mode
Static| Dimmer| 000–255| Sets the intensity of the light
output
Strobe| Selects the strobe frequency
Auto Show| Auto 1–6| Speed 001–100| Selects automatic programs
and auto program speed
Red Shift| On| Turns on or off Red Shift (amber LEDs imitate lamp
when dimming)
Off
Master/Slave| Master| Master mode
Slave| Slave mode
Dimmer Mode| Off| Linear dimmer
Dimmer 1| Fast dimmer curve
Dimmer 2| Medium dimmer curve
Dimmer 3| Slow dimmer curve
LED
Frequency
| 600Hz| Selects the PWM output frequency
1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
25KHz
Back Light| 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 always on
Key Lock| On| Locks display (password: < UP>, < DOWN>, <
UP>, < DOWN>, < ENTER>)
Off
Main Level| Programming Levels| Description
---|---|---
Information| Fixture Hours| _ H| Shows total hours the
product has been powered on
LED Hours| _ H| Shows the total hours the LED lights have been
on
Version| V.| Shows installed software version
UID| | Shows product UID
Temperature| LED1:|
°C
| Individual pod temperature
LED2:
LED3:
LED4:
Update Firmware| Only This Unit| .CHL| Selects an
update file for this product, or shows “ No such file! ”
…
Multiple Units| .CHL| Selects an update file for this
and connected Strike Array 4 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| Reset to factory defaults
Yes
USB Software Update
The Strike Array 4 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:
- Power on the fixture, and plug the flash drive into the USB port.
- Once the flash drive has been detected, the message “Upgrade Firmware” will be displayed. Press .
- 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 Units, or Other Fixture Type. A list of the software update files will be displayed.
- Select the file that needs to be uploaded. The message “Are you sure?” will be displayed. Press .
- If the selected file is correct, the upgrade will be completed. Restart the 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.
The .chl format file needs to be placed in the “STRIKE” folder in the USB
flash drive.
The “Other Fixture Type” option can only be selected for connected products compatible with the Upload 03 (the first 2 digits of the item code must be 03).
DMX Values
10 Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimmer | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 2 | Dimmer Fine | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 3 | Red Shift | 000 ó 000 | |
| 001 ó 255 | On |
Off
4| Strobe| 000 ó 010
011 ó 132
133 ó 255| No function
Strobe, slow to fast (all pods)
Strobe, slow to fast (random strobe macros)
5| White 1| 000 ó 255| 0–100%
6| White 2| 000 ó 255| 0–100%
7| White 3| 000 ó 255| 0–100%
8| White 4| 000 ó 255| 0–100%
9| Auto Programs| 000 ó 010
011 ó 040
041 ó 080
081 ó 120
121 ó 160
161 ó 200
201 ó 240
241 ó 255
| No function
Auto 1 (slow to fast) Auto 2 (slow to fast) Auto 3 (slow to fast) Auto 4 (slow
to fast) Auto 5 (slow to fast) Auto 6 (slow to fast) No function
10| **Dimmer Speed Mode***| 000 ó 051
052 ó 101
102 ó 152
153 ó 203
204 ó 255| Current dimmer speed mode
Dimmer speed mode off (linear dimmer) Dimmer speed mode 1 (fastest) Dimmer
speed mode 2
Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)
Hold desired dimmer speed value for 3 seconds, then release. This changes the dimmer speed setting in the menu.
6 Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White 1 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 2 | White 2 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 3 | White 3 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 4 | White 4 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 5 | Red Shift | 000 ó 000 | |
| 001 ó 255 | On |
Off
6| **Dimmer Speed Mode***| 000 ó 051
052 ó 101
102 ó 152
153 ó 203
204 ó 255
| Current dimmer speed mode
Dimmer speed mode off (linear dimmer) Dimmer speed mode 1 (fastest) Dimmer
speed mode 2
Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)
Hold desired dimmer speed value for 3 seconds, then release. This changes the dimmer speed setting in the menu.
5 Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimmer | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 2 | Red Shift | 000 ó 000 |
001 ó 255
| On
Off
3| Strobe| 000 ó 010
011 ó 132
133 ó 255
| No function
Strobe, slow to fast (all pods) Strobe, slow to fast (random strobe macros)
4| Auto Programs| 000 ó 010
011 ó 040
041 ó 080
081 ó 120
121 ó 160
161 ó 200
201 ó 240
241 ó 255
| No function
Auto 1 (slow to fast) Auto 2 (slow to fast) Auto 3 (slow to fast) Auto 4 (slow
to fast) Auto 5 (slow to fast) Auto 6 (slow to fast) No function
5| **Dimmer Speed Mode***| 000 ó 051
052 ó 101
102 ó 152
153 ó 203
204 ó 255
| Current dimmer speed mode
Dimmer speed mode off (linear dimmer) Dimmer speed mode 1 (fastest) Dimmer
speed mode 2
Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)
Hold desired dimmer speed value for 3 seconds, then release. This changes the dimmer speed setting in the menu.
4 Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White 1 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 2 | White 2 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 3 | White 3 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 4 | White 4 | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
3 Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimmer | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
| 2 | Red Shift | 000 ó 000 |
001 ó 255
| On
Off
3| **Dimmer Speed Mode***| 000 ó 051
052 ó 101
102 ó 152
153 ó 203
204 ó 255
| Current dimmer speed mode
Dimmer speed mode off (linear dimmer) Dimmer speed mode 1 (fastest) Dimmer
speed mode 2
Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)
Hold desired dimmer speed value for 3 seconds, then release. This changes the dimmer speed setting in the menu.
1 Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimmer | 000 ó 255 | 0–100% |
Contact Us
General Information
Chauvet World Headquarters
Address: 5200 NW 108th Ave
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: 954-577-4455
Fax: 954-929-5560
Toll Free: 800-762-1084
Technical Support
Voice: 844-393-7575
Fax: 954-756-8015
Email:
chauvetcs@chauvetlighting.com
Website:
www.chauvetprofessional.com
Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and
instructions to request support. Outside the US, UK, Ireland, Benelux, France,
Germany, or Mexico, contact the dealer of record.
UL 1573
CSA C22.2 No. 166
E113093
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