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Setup
3. Setup
AC Power
Each STRIKE Saber has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 to
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for each STRIKE Saber, refer to the label
affixed to the product. You can also refer to the Technical Specifications chart in this manual.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. For more
information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (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.
AC Plug
The STRIKE Saber comes with a power input cord terminated with a Neutrik® powerCON® connector on
one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the power input cord that came with your
product has no plug, or if you need the change the plug, use the table below to wire the new plug.
Connection
AC Live
AC Neutral
AC Ground
Power Linking
The product supports power linking. You can power link up to 9 products at 120 V; up to 16 at 208 V; or up
to 18 at 230 V.
This product comes with a power input cord. Power linking cables are available from Chauvet for purchase.
DMX Linking
You can link the STRIKE Saber to a DMX controller using a 5-pin DMX connection. If using other DMX-
compatible products with this product, you can control each individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
The STRIKE Saber uses a 5-pin DMX data connection for the 3Ch, 5Ch, 6Ch, 8Ch, 9Ch, 21Ch, 27Ch and
43Ch DMX personalities.
•
Refer to the
Introduction
•
Refer to the
Operation
personalities.
•
The
DMX Values
If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, Master/Slave
connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download
the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Remote Device Management (RDM)
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 Saber supports RDM protocol
that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows a STRIKE Saber (the master) to control one or more STRIKE Saber products
(the slaves) without a DMX controller. One STRIKE Saber becomes the master when running an auto
program, or by being in Static mode.
You must configure each slave's control panel to operate in Slave mode. During Master/Slave operation,
the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
DO NOT connect a DMX controller to products operating in Master/Slave mode. The DMX
controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master.
• The
Operation
the master and slaves.
• If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, or the DMX
cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from
the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
STRIKE Saber User Manual Rev. 1
Wire (U.S.)
Black
White
Green/Yellow
chapter for a brief description of each DMX personality.
chapter to learn how to configure the STRIKE Saber to work in these
section provides detailed information regarding the control personalities.
section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to configure
Wire (Europe)
Brown
Blue
Green/Yellow
Screw Color
Yellow or Brass
Silver
Green
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