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    Color STRIKE M

    An IP65-rated motorized strobe and wash fixture that combines two ultra-bright white tube elements with a surrounding color-mixing, pixel-mappable face and a 180° tilt range for versatile, high-impact lighting effects.
    Perfect for creating massive linear arrays and dynamic visual displays for concerts, festivals, and touring productions requiring powerful and weather-resistant strobe and wash effects.

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    Color STRIKE M

    SKU: COLORSTRIKEMV2

    Color STRIKE M is an IP65 rated motorized strobe/wash with two ultra-bright, white light tube elements surrounded by an electrifying, color-mixing, and pixel-mappable face. This versatile strobe light can double as a wash fixture with 180° tilt range to throw bright saturated color wherever you need. The IP65 casing protects the fixture from any environmental factors or weather and has two omega-bracket attachments so you can mount the fixture horizontally or vertically without any hassle. Multiple programming personalities give you a varying amount of control from simple set ups with a multitude of built-in effects, or wider control options to take advantage of the pixel-mappable zones: 14 in the RGB face and 28 in the two tube elements. Built-in alignment pins insure perfectly straight linear arrays to create massive arrangements. DMX, Art-net, and sACN control.

    Features

    Tilting Hybrid Strobe and Wash

    A high-power fixture combines strobe and wash effects with a 180-degree tilting head for dynamic positioning.

    All-Weather IP65 Rating

    Ensures reliable performance in any environment, making it suitable for all-weather outdoor use.

    Extensive Pixel Control

    Features 14 controllable RGB sections and 28 white strobe sections for creating detailed visual effects.

    Versatile Rigging Options

    A repositionable yoke with quarter-turn adaptors offers creative mounting in horizontal or vertical orientations.

    Built-In Effect Macros

    Includes a multitude of pre-programmed effects with adjustable parameters for quick and easy setup.

    Flexible Control Protocols

    Supports DMX, ArtNet, and sACN to seamlessly integrate into any professional lighting system.

    Easy-to-Use OLED Display

    Provides a clear and simple interface for on-board fixture configuration and settings adjustments.

    Rugged Design

    Engineered for years of rough use and reliable performance in the most extreme conditions.

    Advanced System Flexibility

    Offers adjustable Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) and Remote Device Management (RDM) for added control.

    USB Software Updates

    A convenient USB port allows for simple fixture software updates to add new features and improvements.

    Integrated Alignment Pins

    Ensures multiple units can be linked together to form perfectly straight linear arrays.

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    Specifications

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    Optical

    • Light Source

      896 LEDs (tri-color) SMD 5050, 0.784 W, (252 mA), 50,000 hours life expectancy

    • Light Source

      432 LEDs, (CW) 1.56 W, (696 mA), 5861K, 50,000 hours life expectancy

    • Color Temperature (at full)

      7757 K

    • CRI

      90.3

      • Beam Angle
        • (Combine)

          98° x 57°

        • (Plate)

          123°

        • (Beam)

          95° x 50°

      • Field Angle
        • (Combine)

          146° x 122°

        • (Plate)

          160°

        • (Beam)

          138° x 100°

    • Lumens (Combined)

      71,620

    • Lumens (Plate)

      18,600

    • Lumens (Beam)

      54,381

      • Illuminance
        • Illuminance (Combined)

          1591 lux @ 5 m

        • Illuminance (Plate)

          231 lux @ 5 m

        • Illuminance (Beam)

          1432 lux @ 5 m

    • Selectable PWM

      600 Hz, 1200 Hz, 2000 Hz, 4000 Hz, 6000 Hz, 25,000 Hz

    Dynamic Effects

    • Tilt

      180°

    • Tilt Ranges

      0° to 180°

    • Dimmer

      Electronic

    • Shutter/Strobe

      Electronic

    • Strobe Rate

      0 to 30 Hz

    • Standalone Color Mixing

      Yes

    • Dim Modes

      4

    • Built-in Automated Programs

      Yes

    Construction/Physical

    • Dimensions

      16.02 x 6.90 x 12.30 in (407 x 175.4 x 312.5 mm)

    • Weight

      26.6 lb (12.1 kg)

    • Exterior Color

      Black

    • Housing Material

      Magnesium alloy

    Connections

    • Power Connection

      Edison (Local) plug to Seetronic Powerkon IP65

    • Power Input

      Seetronic Powerkon IP65

    • Data Connectors

      5-pin IP65 XLR, Seetronic etherCON IP65

    • Cable Length (power)

      5 ft (1.5 m)

    Control

    • Control Protocol

      Art-Net, DMX, RDM, sACN

    • DMX Channels

      8, 11, 13, 24, 30, 47, 68, 74 or 97

    • Art-Net Channels

      8, 11, 13, 24, 30, 47, 68, 74 or 97

    • Modes/Personalities

      8 personalities (8, 11, 13, 24, 30, 47, 68, 74, 97)

    Electrical

    • Input Voltage

      100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (auto-ranging)

    • Power and Current

      720 W, 7.14 A @ 100 V, 60 Hz

    • Power and Current

      740 W, 6.36 A @ 120 V, 60 Hz

    • Power and Current

      716 W, 2.35 A @ 208 V, 60 Hz

    • Power and Current

      696 W, 3.27 A @ 230 V, 50 Hz

    • Power and Current

      709 W, 3.02 A @ 240 V, 50 Hz

    Certifications/Qualifications

    • Certifications

      CE, MET, FCC,

    • IP Rating

      IP65, temporary outdoor/wet use, with pressure equalizing M12 GORE valve

    • Temperature (Ambient)

      14 °F to 113 °F (-10 °C to 45 °C)

    Compatible Accessories

    • Professional Clamps: CTC-50HC, CTC-50HCN
    • Safety Cable: SC-08
    • IP Rated Seetronic® Powerkon Extensions
    • IP Rated DMX cables
    • IP Rated EtherCon Cables
    • UPLOAD 03 software uploader

    What's Included

    • Color STRIKE M
    • Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cord
    • Omega bracket

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    Manuals
    Color STRIKE M – Quick Reference Guide
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    Drawings
    Color STRIKE M – 2D CAD Drawings
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    DMX
    Color STRIKE M – DMX Chart
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    Color STRIKE M – IES File
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    Photometrics
    Color STRIKE M – Photometric Report
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    What makes the Color STRIKE M a hybrid light?

    Color STRIKE M combines two functions in one fixture. It features two powerful, bright white tubes for classic strobe effects, plus a full-color LED panel that can wash a stage or area in vibrant color. Its motorized base also lets you tilt and aim the light with precision.

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