Creamsource Vortex8 RGB LED Light Panel
at B&H Photo Video
About this item
Add this 650W Vortex8 RGB LED Light Panel from Creamsource to your high-end production for a wide range of colors, effects, and powerful illumination that rivals a 1200W HMI light. The Vortex8 features a massive 14,000 lux in daylight at 9.8', a color temperature range of 2200 to 15,000K, full RGBW spectrum LEDs, full hue/saturation control, 0 to 100% dimming control, and a CRI/TLCI of 95.
Bright LED Rivaling HMI
Vortex8 is a 650W high-power RGB LED system in a 2x1 configuration, offering the intensity of some 1200W HMI systems. It achieves a massively bright 14000 lux at 9.8' and has an ultra-narrow 20° beam angle.
Effects and Colors
Effects and digital color gels are built into the latest CreamOS architecture in addition to a range of new features wrapped into an intuitive user interface.
IP65 Weather Resistant
The Vortex8 is built and designed to withstand all weather conditions and is rated IP65. The Vortex8 is an ultra-quiet fan-based system with optimum thermal efficiency. The fan system and heatsink placement allows for core electronics to be sealed and isolated.
Connectivity
Interaction between Vortex8 and various third-party instruments and protocols are endless, opening various wired and wireless control options. Connectivity options include built-in LumenRadio CRMX TimoTwo, Ethernet, Bluetooth, 5-pin DMX, Wi-Fi, USB Type-A, and a Creamsource accessory port.
Firmware
Creamsource has released firmware update version 2.0 for the Vortex Series light fixtures. New features include RDM support, custom white point for CCT Crossfade HSI and CCT Crossfade RGBW color modes, DMX user presets for quick access to different DMX setups, save/restore settings plus user presets to USB drive, and HTP merging of up to four incoming sACN sources. These new features offer better creative control to cinematographers, gaffers, and board operators. For more information and to download the latest firmware please visit the Creamsource website.
Operating System and Interface
The new Vortex Series has been built with new software architecture at its base, supporting a myriad of new features, protocols, and connectivity options in CreamOS. With the ability to control and map eight zones, the new feature set has been wrapped into a new user interface, enhancing the user experience.
Design
Built with elegance and durability in mind, the Vortex8 is made with aluminum machining and a technopolymer infusion with the PSU as well as the antennas integrated into the head.
- Features
- For Studio & Film/TV Production
- Output: 14,000 Lux at 9.8' (5600K, 20°)
- 2200-15,000K; RGB Color Control
- 27.2 x 15"; Multi-Voltage AC Operation
Specifications
- Item Type
1x LED Array LED Light Panel
- Included Storage Case
No
- Photometrics at 3.3' / 1 m
20° at 3200K: 6336 fc / 68,200 Lux20° at 5600K: 6828 fc / 73,500 Lux
- Color Temperature
2200 to 15,000K
- Color Modes
RGB
- Color Accuracy Standard
TLCI 95CRI 95
- Dimming
Built-In Dimmer (Continuous) • 0 to 100%
- Front Accessory Mount
Proprietary
- Wireless Remote Control Type
BluetoothCRMX
- Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
- Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 8 A
- Power Consumption
660 W
- Fixture Mounting
1x 1-1/8" Stud with 5/8" Receiver (Via Yoke Mount)
- Lumens
14,000 (in RGB Mode)
- Photometrics
20° at 3200K: 6336 fc / 68,200 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m20° at 5600K: 6828 fc / 73,500 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m
- Cooling System
Fan
- Expected Lamp Life
50,000 Hours (L70)
- Beam Angle
20°
- Built-In Flash
No
- Preprogrammed Effects
No
- Inputs/Outputs
1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Input1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Output1x USB-A Service Input1x powerCON TRUE1 AC Power Input1x Proprietary Power Input1x etherCON/RJ45 DMX Input
- Included Adapter / Cable
1x USA Type-A/B to powerCON TRUE1 Cable
- Inline Switch
No
- Power Pass-Thru
No
- Yoke Type
Manually-Operated Yoke (180° Tilt)
- Display
LCD
- Environmental Resistance
Dust/Water-Resistant (IP65)
- Operating Conditions
Up to 104°F / 40°C
- Certifications
CE, ETL, FCC
- Materials
Aluminum, Polymer (Housing)
- Dimensions
2 x 1' / 60.96 x 30.48 cm (Fixture Panel)27.2 x 15 x 4.8" / 69 x 38 x 12.1 cm (Fixture)32.7 x 21.7 x 6.5" / 83.1 x 55.1 x 16.4 cm (Fixture with Yoke)
- Weight
30.2 lb / 13.7 kg34.57 lb / 15.68 kg (Fixture with Yoke)
- Package Weight
52.35 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
30 x 22.5 x 7.75"