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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4. Operation ..................Control Panel Operation................Control Options ..................... Programming....................Menu Map ..................... Configuration (DMX) ..................Control Personalities ...................... Starting Address......................DMX Values ....................6 Ch..........................5 Ch..........................4 Ch..........................10 3 Ch..........................10 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 4 Dimmer Profiles......................11 LED Frequency ......................11 Back Light ........................11 System Information ......................11 Factory Reset......................... 11 5. Technical Information ..............Product Maintenance ..................6. Technical Specifications ............Photometrics Charts..................Returns.................... Contact Us ..................STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    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 your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
  • Page 6: Safety Notes

    • In the event of a serious operation problem, stop using this product immediately! If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support. Expected LED Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, primarily because of heat. LEDs that are arranged in clusters experience higher operating temperatures than single LEDs.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Description The STRIKE P38 is a blinder powered by an 80 W warm white LED source. It can be used as a blinder, a strobe, or even a wide area flood light. The STRIKE P38 is IP65 rated and features IP rated power and DMX connections.
  • Page 8: Product Dimensions

    164 mm 8.11 in 206 mm 6.97 in 177 mm 11.98 in 304 mm 10.27 in 261 mm 7.25 in 184 mm 11.93 in 303 mm 8.58 in 218 mm Page 4 of 16 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 9: Setup

    DMX controller. DMX Personalities The STRIKE P38 uses a 5-pin DMX data connection for the 3 Ch, 4 Ch, 5 Ch, and 6 Ch DMX personalities. •...
  • Page 10: Master/Slave Connectivity

    Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs. Procedure The STRIKE P38 comes with a bracket to which you can attach a mounting clamp directly. You must supply the mounting clamps. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this product.
  • Page 11: Operation

    <DOWN> Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a function Control Options Set the STRIKE P38 starting address in the 001–512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 85 products in the 6-channel 6 Ch personality.
  • Page 12: Configuration (Dmx)

    Go to the DMX Address main level. Select the starting address (001–512). The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows: Personality Address 3 Ch 4 Ch 5 Ch 6 Ch Page 8 of 16 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 13: Dmx Values

    203 Dimmer speed mode 2  255 Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)  *Hold desired dimmer speed value for 3 seconds, then release. This changes the dimmer speed setting in the menu. STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1 Page 9 of 16...
  • Page 14: Configuration (Standalone)

    Red Shift The Red Shift function causes the amber LEDs to imitate the appearance of a lamp when dimming. Go to the Red Shift main level. Select On or Off. Page 10 of 16 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 15: Master/Slave

    Select PWM Frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25Khz). Back Light This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the STRIKE P38’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
  • Page 16: Technical Information

    Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Page 12 of 16 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    113 °F (45 °C) Convection I/O Connector Channel Range 5-pin XLR 3, 4, 5 or 6 Ordering Product Name Item Name Item Code UPC Number STRIKE P38 STRIKEP38 03051454 781462218027 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1 Page 13 of 16...
  • Page 18: Photometrics Charts

    4.80 m 9.54 m 15 m 7.20 m 14.31 m 20 m 9.60 m 19.08 m 25 m 12.00 m 23.85 m 30 m 14.40 m 28.62 m Field Beam Field Page 14 of 16 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...
  • Page 19: Returns

    Returns Returns Send the product prepaid, in the original box, and with the original packing and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags. Call Chauvet and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause(s) for the return.
  • Page 20: Contact Us

    Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support. Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico or Benelux, contact the dealer of record. Page 16 of 16 STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1...

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