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STRIKE P38 User Manual Rev. 1
Setup
3. Setup
AC Power
Each STRIKE P38 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 P38, 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:
AC Plug
The STRIKE P38 comes with a power input cord terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon A 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.
Power Linking
The product supports power linking. You can power link up to 30 products at 120 V; up to 50 at 208 V; or up
to 55 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 P38 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 P38 uses a 5-pin DMX data connection for the
3 Ch
,
4 Ch
,
5 Ch
, and
6 Ch
DMX personalities.
•
Refer to the
chapter for a brief description of each DMX personality.
•
Refer to the
chapter to learn how to configure the STRIKE P38 to work in these personalities.
•
The
section provides detailed information regarding the control personalities.
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 P38 supports RDM protocol that
allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
• 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.
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
• To preserve the IP65 rating and the warranty of this product Seetronic Powerkon cables
must be used.
• Insert the attached IP65 rated plugs into the corresponding power/data connections
when not in use.
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:
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