Edition Notes The STRIKE V User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance instructions for the STRIKE V as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks Chauvet, Chauvet Professional, the Chauvet logo, and STRIKE are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...
Control Panel Lock..................Passcode ......................11 Menu Map ..................... Control Configuration ..................Protocol ......................17 Control Personalities ..................17 Starting Address....................18 Network Setup....................18 IP Mode ........................Universe ........................Manual IP Address ....................Subnet Mask......................STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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Web Server ....................Home........................43 Settings ......................43 Output ........................ 43 Security ......................43 Error Codes....................5. Maintenance..................Product Maintenance ..................Torque Measurements .................. Vacuum Test Measurements ................ 6. Technical Specifications..............Contact Us....................Warranty & Returns..................STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
The product has XLR sockets for DMX input and output. • Notice: This control circuit is isolated and belongs to the Class 2 data port. The control circuit has a cumulative leakage current of less than 3.5 mA. STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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. If this Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support. STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
Charge the battery in a closed container. • Charge for more than 24 hours. Storage Notes Follow the instructions below when storing the STRIKE V: • Store charged product(s) in a dry environment, away from direct sunlight. • Charge or discharge the battery to approximately 50% of capacity before storage.
407 mm 7.3 in 7.39 in 187.4 mm 187.8 mm 12.2 in 12.18 in 310 mm 309.4 mm 4.21 in 10.16 in 107 mm 258 mm 5.6 in 141 mm 6.1 in 154 mm STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
3. Setup AC Power The STRIKE V 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.
To other Art-Net™ or sACN devices Master/Slave Connectivity The Master/Slave mode allows an STRIKE V (the master) to control one or more STRIKE V products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One STRIKE V becomes the master when running an auto program or in Static mode.
Setup USB Software Update The STRIKE V 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.
Procedure The STRIKE V comes with an Omega bracket. The user can directly attach a mounting clamp (sold separately) to this Omega bracket. Make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this product. For the Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.
Setup Guide Pins The STRIKE V has 2 guide pins which can assist in keeping linearly mounted products together in a straight line. To use the guide pins: 1. Loosen the guide pin locking screws on either side of the product with a flat-head screwdriver.
Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases the value when in a function Control Options Set the STRIKE V starting address in the 001-484 DMX range. This enables control of up to 17 products in the Single Control 29-channel personality.
Operation Menu Map Refer to the STRIKE V product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map. Main Level Programming Levels Description DMX512 Sets the control protocol for single Single–Movement Artnet control or movement control sACN DMX512 Sets the control protocol for pixel...
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Normal tilt direction Tilt Invert Inverted tilt direction Tilt Settings Enables tilt Tilt Disable Disables tilt STRIKE V tilt speed Tilt Legacy Color STRIKE M tilt speed Master DMX mode (master) Master/ Slave Slave Slave mode STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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Dot Red Dot Green Dot Blue Dot White Cell R Cell Green Cell Blue Cell White Dimmer Sets the dimmer speed Mode Dimmer 1–3 Linear Square Dimmer Sets the dimmer curve Curve Inverse Square S–Curve STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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IP Address _ _ _._ _ _._ _ _._ _ _ Sets IP address in manual mode Subnet _ _ _._ _ _._ _ _._ _ _ Sets Subnet Mask in manual mode Mask STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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“No such file!” _ _ _ _ _ _.CHL Selects an update file for this and connected Multiple Fixture STRIKE V products, or shows “No such file!” Upgrade Firmware _ _ _ _ _ _.CHL Selects an update file for other connected Other Fixture Type products, or shows “No such file!”...
Protocol The STRIKE V can work with a single controller or with up to 3 controllers running 3 different control protocols. In Dual Control and Multi-Layer mode, one protocol controls the Movement, and the other protocol(s) control the Pixels.
2. Select the IP Address option and set the 4 values of the IP address from 000–255. Subnet Mask To set the subnet mask: 1. Go to the Ethernet Setting main level. 2. Select the Subnet Mask option and set the 4 values of the subnet mask from 000–255. STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
101 Macro 30.5 C 152 Macro 49 C 203 Macro 61 B 254 Macro 64 G 050 Macro 10.2 102 Macro 31 153 Macro 49 D 204 Macro 61 C 255 Macro 64 H 051 Macro 11 STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
010 250 Slow to fast (0.289–16.67 Hz) 251 255 100% on 000 009 Classic strobe mode: disables duration control 7 Cell strobe duration 010 250 Short to long (7–650 ms) 251 255 100% on STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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Control Chart – – Dot red 000 255 0–100% – – Dot green 000 255 0–100% – – Dot blue 000 255 0–100% – – Dot white 000 255 0–100% STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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66 Dot 7 green 000 255 0–100% – 67 Dot 7 blue 000 255 0–100% – 68 Dot 7 white 000 255 0–100% – – 69 Dot 8 dimmer 000 255 0–100% STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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000 255 0–100% – 88 114 Dot 15 green 000 255 0–100% – 89 115 Dot 15 blue 000 255 0–100% – 90 116 Dot 15 white 000 255 0–100% STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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000 255 0–100% – 119 161 Dot 23 red 000 255 0–100% – 120 162 Dot 23 green 000 255 0–100% – 121 163 Dot 23 blue 000 255 0–100% STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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000 255 0–100% – – 208 Cell 7 fine dimmer 000 255 0–100% – 151 209 Cell 7 red 000 255 0–100% – 152 210 Cell 7 green 000 255 0–100% STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
006 042 Fade up 043 085 Fade down Dot strobe effect 086 128 Fade up and down 129 171 Random strobe 172 214 Lightning strobe 215 255 Spike strobe STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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131 249 Right to left, slow to fast 250 255 No function 000 002 Snap Cell FX macro delay 003 255 Fade, short to long Control (hold for 3 seconds) 000 255 See the Control Chart STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
To set the dimmer values in static mode: 1. Go to the Static main level. 2. Select the Intensity Settings option. 3. Select which dimmer value to set, from Dot Intensity or Cell Intensity. 4. Set the selected dimmer value (000–255). STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
3. Select No (keep normal tilt speed) or Yes (match Color STRIKE M tilt speed). Master/Slave To set the STRIKE V product to master or slave mode: 1. Go to the Master/Slave main level. 2. Select from Master (sends control signal) or Slave (receives control signal).
Operation Test Mode Auto Test To have the STRIKE V automatically test all functions one after the other: 1. Go to the Test main level. 2. Select the Auto Test option. Manual Test To manually test an individual function of the STRIKE V: 1.
2. Select No (do not reset) or Yes (reset). Web Server The STRIKE V Web Server can be accessed by any computer on the same network as the product. It allows network access to system information, settings such as control protocol and starting address, color output testing, and the ability to change the Web Server password.
Replace the LED B driver PCB USB has poor connection Replug the USB USB internal wires have poor No such file! Change the USB connection No upgrade file in the USB Check the files in the USB STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
Top and read cover 8.33 DMX and Ethernet connectors 4.42 Power connector 4.68 Vacuum Test Measurements Use the IP Tester from Chauvet Professional to ensure the product has been reassembled correctly by following the information below: Parameters Values Method Positive Fill time...
For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our website. 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. STRIKE V User Manual Rev. 1...
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