High-Output HEX Panel for Touring, Broadcast, and Outdoor Wash Applications
The 40 HEX Panel IP is a powerful RGBAL+UV LED fixture designed for versatile deployment as a wash, strobe, or blinder—indoors or out. Outfitted with forty 20W 6-in-1 HEX LEDs and housed in an all-metal IP65-rated chassis, this panel delivers over 19,500 lumens of rich color output and flicker-free performance for video environments. Its 10-zone pixel control enables dynamic mapping and zone chasing across large installs or compact truss runs.
This fixture features Aria X2 wireless firmware updating, selectable white point presets, and a beam spread of 28.61° x 23.72°—ideal for lighting architectural structures, broadcast sets, festival stages, or arena backdrops. Control is available via DMX and RDM with 24 channel modes (ranging from 6CH to 132CH) that provide full access to zone control, dimming, refresh rates, and more. Its robust locking DMX and power I/O are IP65-rated with protective caps, allowing reliable operation in rugged environments.
The front filter rail allows quick integration of shaping accessories, while the included frost filter provides diffusion for soft washes or ambient color fill. With five selectable dimming curves and multiple LED refresh rates, the 40 HEX Panel IP performs smoothly in live broadcast settings and pre-programmed pixel arrays alike.
Real-World Applications and Sound Roles:
- Outdoor stage wash and architectural flood
- Pixel-mapped scenic FX wall for events
- White color temperature zone lighting for film
- Audience blinders with IP-rated reliability
- Mobile DJ rigs demanding UV+Amber color punch
Where This System Excels
- Broadcast Ready: Flicker-free with selectable LED refresh rates from 900Hz to 25kHz.
- Weatherproof Deployment: IP65-rated chassis and locking I/O connections for outdoor use.
- Dynamic Zone Mapping: 10 pixel zones for creative effects across 24 DMX control modes.
- Wash + Blinder Versatility: Use as a powerful RGBAL+UV wash, color strobe, or audience blinder.
- Filter Rail Integration: Compatible with linear and blackout filters for beam shaping and staging.
Control Modes and Pixel Mapping Logic
The 40 HEX Panel IP offers exceptional DMX flexibility with a total of 24 selectable DMX channel modes, tailored for 1-group, 2-group, 5-group, and full 10-group pixel control scenarios. Each group allows for varying levels of control granularity—from simple color wash control to advanced zone chasing and FX layering. The fixture supports both standard DMX512 and RDM (Remote Device Management) protocols, and features a built-in OLED display with tactile function buttons for quick access to mode selection and configuration.
DMX Channel Modes:
- 1G Modes: 6CH, 12CH, 15CH, 16CH, 20CH, 24CH
- 2G Modes: 12CH, 20CH, 24CH, 27CH, 29CH, 36CH
- 5G Modes: 30CH, 40CH, 60CH, 63CH, 68CH, 72CH
- 10G Modes: 60CH, 70CH, 120CH, 123CH, 128CH, 132CH
Dimming & Refresh Options:
- 0–100% 16-bit Electronic Dimming
- 5 selectable dimming curves: Linear, Square, S-Curve, Inverted, and Stage
- User-adjustable LED refresh rate presets from 900Hz up to 25kHz
Additional Control Capabilities:
- RDM address and parameter configuration
- Full access to Pixel Zone FX via multi-group modes
- Firmware update support via Aria X2 Wireless System
Every fixture comes equipped with IP65-rated 5-pin DMX In/Out ports and an intuitive UI for standalone setup, making this unit equally suitable for console-controlled stage installs or field setups requiring quick parameter access.
LED Engine & HEX Color Spectrum Output
The 40 HEX Panel IP is powered by 40x 20W HEX LEDs combining red, green, blue, amber, lime, and UV in a 6-in-1 configuration. This hybrid color system offers an expansive range of saturated and pastel tones with smooth additive mixing. The inclusion of amber and lime expands the white balance capabilities and improves CRI performance, while the UV channel enhances saturation and atmospheric effects.
With a total output of 19,590 lumens, the fixture delivers strong punch across wide beam spreads. The beam angle measures 28.61° x 23.72°, with a field angle of 50.82° x 44.95°, making it suitable for both close-proximity washes and long throws. Combined with flicker-free LED refresh control and linear white temperature tuning, the 40 HEX Panel IP adapts easily to film, broadcast, and stage environments.
All output ratings are manufacturer-verified, with full HEX diode fidelity and UV integration designed for professional-grade wash and effect applications.
The LIME Diode Performance in the 40 HEX Panel IP
The 40 HEX Panel IP incorporates advanced 6-in-1 HEX LEDs that include a dedicated LIME diode, significantly expanding the fixture’s tonal accuracy and output versatility. Unlike traditional RGBW or RGBA arrays, the addition of LIME allows for a smoother, fuller white spectrum and enhanced pastel rendering — essential for stage environments where natural skin tones and soft saturation are key.
The integrated LIME channel improves overall lumen output while maintaining excellent color blending. This results in tunable white temperatures ranging from 2700K to 6500K, with fine 16-bit dimming and multiple dimming curves for ultra-smooth fades. Whether you're balancing white levels for a livestream or dialing in pastel overlays for a wash wall, the LIME diode ensures more headroom and creative flexibility than standard quad-color systems.
In film, theatrical, or broadcast environments, LIME-enhanced HEX arrays like this deliver high CRI results with flicker-free operation thanks to user-selectable refresh rates up to 25kHz. This fixture is not just color capable — it's color critical.
DMX Channel Architecture & Group Control Modes
The 40 HEX Panel IP supports 24 selectable DMX modes and four control group configurations (1G / 2G / 5G / 10G), allowing for pixel control ranging from full fixture to 10-zone mapping. Mode structures span from basic 6-channel to complex 132-channel formats, with traits including:
- Master RGBAL+UV intensity per group or pixel
- Strobe, macros, and effect layering
- White balance presets and manual Kelvin control
- Zone-based dimming and chases
Group definitions allow granular control in multi-fixture pixel mapping arrays, while the wide range of modes ensures compatibility with both simple and advanced DMX consoles.
All channel structures align with the internal fixture firmware and are RDM-addressable for real-time config adjustments.
Strobe, Dimming & Refresh Rate Control
The fixture’s internal driver supports 5 selectable dimming curves and full 16-bit resolution across the entire dimming range. This provides ultra-smooth fades, precise output control, and no visible stepping, even at low intensities.
Strobe functionality includes variable electronic strobe (1–20Hz) and randomized effects. A user-adjustable refresh rate engine enables flicker-free operation from 900Hz to 25kHz, ideal for television, video, and LED wall setups.
These performance tools ensure the fixture responds dynamically across live performance, broadcast, and cinematic environments without signal lag or artifacting.
Every modulation parameter is designed to maximize control without sacrificing reliability on critical gigs.
Aria X2 Wireless Management & OTA Firmware
Integrated directly into the fixture, the Aria X2 Wireless Management System allows over-the-air configuration, firmware updates, and wireless control integration. The fixture can be linked into Aria wireless DMX networks, enabling full system programming without a physical DMX line.
This is particularly valuable in large outdoor washes or install environments where IP65 data lines are impractical. Aria X2 also supports diagnostics, live status polling, and fixture parameter reads via supported controllers and software suites.
With Aria X2 embedded, this fixture stays current and fully field-configurable — no teardown or physical patching required.
Housing Design, Filter Compatibility & IP65 Performance
The 40 HEX Panel IP is engineered for rugged environments with an all-metal, heavy-duty housing finished in matte black for professional stage and camera applications. The unit’s construction is IP65-rated, fully sealed against dust, sand, and water jets, making it equally reliable in rain-soaked outdoor rigs and dusty indoor installs.
Unique to this model is a front-mounted channel system that enables quick integration of beam-shaping filters. Included is a frost filter for soft-wash applications, and optional accessories include 1x60° and 60x1° linear effect filters (shared with the Jolt Panel FX Series). These filter options allow users to tailor the beam shape for cyclorama fills, footlight applications, or side washes in narrow stage gaps.
Yoke mounting is reinforced by a dual-position locking bracket, with smooth tilt adjustability and compatibility with Omega clamps. Display interaction is handled through a sealed OLED panel and function buttons — readable in daylight, and resistant to water ingress.
Every element of the mechanical housing supports touring, architectural, and outdoor workflows—without the need for custom enclosures or secondary weatherproofing.
How to Deploy the 40 HEX Panel IP in the Field
The 40 HEX Panel IP is built for maximum flexibility across stage, broadcast, and outdoor environments. Its dual yoke bracket with Omega receiver slots supports:
- Floor Mounting: Set directly on the ground using the yoke as a stand for uplighting truss legs, scrims, or scenic panels.
- Truss Hanging: Use Omega clamps to hang the fixture from overhead truss lines or grid systems. The IP65-rated connectors and rear gaskets ensure full weatherproof integrity in rigged outdoor arrays.
- Wall or Surface Mounting: Fixed installations benefit from the yoke’s locking angle for precise architectural washes or facade uplighting.
Power and data daisy chaining is simplified with IP65 locking Power In/Out and 5-pin DMX, eliminating the need for junction boxes or breakout enclosures in harsh environments. Filter integration via the front track system allows for real-time beam shaping without removing the fixture from rigging positions.
Designed for fast deployment and long-term outdoor resilience, the 40 HEX Panel IP reduces load-in complexity while expanding wash and blinder roles in professional environments.
Why Choose the 40 HEX Panel IP from AVMaxx
At AVMaxx, we don’t just stock pro lighting—we stress-test it in the real world. The 40 HEX Panel IP stands out for its ultra-durable IP65 housing, 6-in-1 color engine with UV, and broadcast-ready refresh performance. We’ve deployed this exact fixture in festival stages, permanent installs, and large-scale touring rigs, and it consistently delivers high-impact color and reliability under punishing conditions.
When you buy from AVMaxx, you gain access to deployment-ready insights, tech support, and immediate availability. From DMX mapping guidance to filter matching and cable kits, we’ll help you integrate this fixture properly—no guesswork, no delays.
We don’t just recommend the 40 HEX Panel IP—we’ve run it in real wind, rain, and tour miles. That’s the AVMaxx difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the 40 HEX Panel IP be used safely in rain or wet conditions?
A: Yes. It carries a full IP65 rating, meaning it’s sealed against dust and water jets. It’s built for outdoor festivals, stage fronts, rooftops, and long-term installations.
Q: How many DMX modes are available on this fixture?
A: The 40 HEX Panel IP includes 24 DMX channel modes, allowing flexible control from simple RGB operation to full 132-channel pixel mapping with 10 control zones.
Q: Is this fixture compatible with wireless DMX control?
A: Yes. It includes the built-in Aria X2 wireless management system for over-the-air firmware updates and seamless DMX integration.
Q: Can the color temperature be adjusted for white light?
A: Yes. It offers linear variable white color temperature control from 2700K to 6500K, ideal for film, broadcast, and architectural settings.
Q: Is the 40 HEX Panel IP suitable for use in permanent installs?
A: Absolutely. Its rugged all-metal housing and locking IP65 connectors make it ideal for long-term architectural or outdoor venue installations.
Looking to pixel map high-output HEX panels in rain, heat, or glare? AVMaxx can configure your 40 HEX Panel IP system with optimal filters, cables, and power design for any weather-ready deployment.
