ADJ UBL12HB battery-powered RGBAL+UV linear LED wash bar

Battery-Powered Hex Bar with RGBAL+UV for Event Uplighting

The UBL12HB is a powerful 1-meter linear LED wash bar that delivers next-generation color mixing with battery-powered flexibility. Designed for mobile productions, stage installs, and uplighting applications, this fixture packs twelve (12) 20-watt HEX LEDs (Red, Green, Blue, Amber, Lime, UV) with an ultra-slim form factor and a fully rechargeable internal battery system for up to 20 hours of runtime.

What sets the UBL12HB apart is the integration of a lime-enhanced HEX LED system, enabling white light precision between 2300K and 9900K while maintaining a CRI over 90. Horizontal Magnetic Alignment ensures seamless color continuity across multiple bars, while the onboard OLED menu makes configuration intuitive in both dark stages and bright installs.

DMX control is flexible, offering seven channel modes (6–46ch), pixel grouping across six zones, and full support for RDM and Aria X2. Auto Run, Program, Manual, and Sound Trigger modes are onboard, and it ships with a 20° diffusion filter and UC-IR24 remote. Whether deployed on truss or uplighting from the floor, the UBL12HB offers premium output, quiet operation, and outstanding color control.

Real-World Applications and Sound Roles:

• Battery uplight bar for weddings and mobile DJs
• Architectural wall wash in stage and house of worship installs
• Pixel FX chase in truss setups and runway lighting
• Broadcast-ready RGBAL white with 1.9kHz refresh
• DMX pixel-mapped fixture for club and concert lighting rigs

Where This System Excels

• Wireless Performance: Internal battery offers up to 20 hours of operation—ideal for cable-free event uplighting.
• True White Accuracy: Lime-infused HEX LEDs deliver CRI >90 and color temperature control from 2300K–9900K.
• Pixel Mapping Control: Six-zone pixel grouping with 46ch mode enables full DMX control of RGBAL+UV segments.
• Visual Uniformity: Built-in magnetic alignment allows seamless linear arrays for consistent color projection.
• Flexible Deployment: Works flawlessly as a floor-mounted uplight, truss wash, or architectural fixture with included brackets.
• All-in-One Package: Ships with 20° diffusion filter, UC-IR24 remote, and locking power cable for plug-and-play setup.

Control Modes for the UBL12HB

The UBL12HB offers flexible and professional-grade control architecture for both DMX environments and standalone operation. Its integrated OLED display with 4-button navigation ensures quick configuration and visibility even in dark production environments.

Supported Control Modes:

• DMX-512: 7 selectable channel modes (6, 11, 13, 16, 36, 43, 46 channels) with pixel zone grouping across 6x2 segments for advanced mapping.
• Auto Run: Fixture runs preset programs at adjustable speeds without external control.
• Program Mode: Select from 64 onboard color macros or custom white presets for fast standalone operation.
• Sound Trigger: Built-in microphone enables beat-synced lighting without DMX input.
• RGBAL+UV Manual: Manually dial in custom color mixes, perfect for installations or rentals.

Additional Control Features:

• Full RDM compatibility for remote addressing and diagnostics
• Linear Color Temperature Control (2300K to 9900K)
• 6 selectable dimming modes and 4 dimming curves
• LED refresh rate at 1.9kHz for flicker-free video capture
• Wireless control with the included UC-IR24 remote

The Role of LIME in the UBL12HB's HEX+UV LED Engine

The UBL12HB incorporates twelve 20W HEX+UV LEDs, each enhanced with a LIME diode alongside the standard Red, Green, Blue, Amber, and UV. This addition dramatically improves both the quality and versatility of the fixture’s output.

The LIME chip serves two key functions: it extends the fixture’s white light spectrum to a linear color temperature range of 2,300K to 9,900K, and it significantly boosts the Color Rendering Index (CRI) to over 90. That means superior skin tone accuracy, enhanced warm-to-cool gradients, and natural-looking wash effects in broadcast, live stage, and architectural installs.

Unlike standard RGBW or RGBA bars, the LIME diode provides a smoother tonal blend, especially when fading through whites, ambers, and pastels. It’s also a key component behind the UBL12HB’s 15 white color temperature macros and seamless dimming behavior in applications that demand precision.

LIME-enabled LEDs are an emerging standard in high-fidelity LED design—offering richer output and more dynamic temperature control than traditional LED configurations.

DMX Architecture & Trait Mapping in the UBL12HB

The UBL12HB supports a wide range of DMX configurations, offering 7 distinct channel modes: 6, 11, 13, 16, 36, 43, and 46. These modes allow users to scale their control complexity based on rig size or show demands.

In its advanced 36-, 43-, and 46-channel modes, the fixture provides full access to 6 zones of pixel control (2x RGBAL+UV LEDs per group), enabling smooth chases, gradients, and zone-based effects. Fixture traits include master dimming, macro selection, zone-specific RGBAL+UV parameters, and direct linear color temperature control.

The UBL12HB is also RDM-compatible and features a 1.9kHz flicker-free refresh rate to support camera-friendly applications. For simplified programming, the unit includes 64 color macros and 15 white temp presets that auto-map across supported channels.

Advanced pixel mappers can fully isolate or group zones within DMX suites—ideal for chase-based installs or truss-spanning linear arrays.

Battery System & Runtime Optimization

The UBL12HB includes a built-in 22.2V lithium-ion battery rated at 7,000mAh, offering up to 20 hours of runtime depending on output intensity and mode selection. Charge time is 5 hours whether using the included AC power cord or compatible flight case charging bay.

For production teams managing multiple wireless fixtures, the UBL12HB supports power daisy-chaining and standard DMX linking via 5-pin XLR. Battery health is preserved over 500 full cycles, making it a robust choice for rentals and tours.

Its compact 4.8kg form factor combined with runtime performance makes it ideal for battery-only uplight arrays or temporary ceiling wash without nearby power.

The battery is engineered for real-world load conditions, not just spec-sheet idle numbers—ensuring it survives event pacing, ambient shifts, and repeated charge/discharge cycles.

White Temperature Control & CRI Optimization

Thanks to its LIME-enhanced RGBAL+UV engine, the UBL12HB supports linear white light adjustment from 2,300K to 9,900K. This allows event designers to dial in candlelight amber for vintage rooms, clinical daylight for corporate installs, or stage-ready whites for filming and streaming.

With a CRI exceeding 90, whites rendered by the UBL12HB avoid the green and magenta shifts commonly seen in cheaper RGB fixtures. This fidelity is further refined by 6 selectable dimming modes and 4 dimming curves, ensuring consistency across stage fades or architectural ambiance.

The fixture’s white presets include 15 calibrated color temperatures, accessible via DMX or onboard macros, eliminating the need for custom color mixing under pressure.

Whether you're lighting people or textures, this fixture’s high CRI and linear color temp engine ensures natural tone rendering in every direction.

How to Deploy the UBL12HB in the Field

The UBL12HB offers true multi-scenario flexibility for uplighting, truss washing, and pixel-based installs. Each fixture includes a pair of mounting brackets that can be used for:

• Ground-based uplighting: Position directly on the floor for architectural applications or wall grazing.
• Truss mounting: Secure using clamps via the included brackets for vertical or overhead installations.
• End-to-end magnetic linking: Built-in horizontal magnetic alignment allows seamless fixture placement for continuous linear washes with no light gaps.

For glare reduction or directional diffusion, the included 20° diffusion filter snaps into place instantly. Optional accessories include the UBL912 linear lens kit (sold separately) to extend the beam to 1x40° for wide-coverage wall washes or audience-facing effects.

With DMX link support for up to 17 units at 120V (or 32 at 230V), power linking and pixel chaining are simple to scale—even on large-format event runs.

The UBL12HB is built for serious deployability—battery, brackets, magnets, and diffusion all work in tandem for true production-ready efficiency.

Why Choose the UBL12HB from AVMaxx

Field-Tested by Professionals: At AVMaxx, we don't just list lighting gear — we use it. The UBL12HB has been evaluated in real-world conditions, from mobile DJ setups to full-scale production installs, and delivers the battery-powered reliability clients demand.

True Spec Clarity: Every detail listed here is pulled directly from ADJ’s engineering documents and user manuals — no filler, no estimates, and no recycled marketing copy.

Chart-Topping Color Control: Our team understands why lime-enhanced HEX matters. That’s why we recommend the UBL12HB when your show depends on CRI accuracy, tunable white blends, and pixel-perfect alignment across long runs of fixtures.

Deployment Guidance Included: Need help setting up magnetic alignment across multiple units? Want to maximize battery life or program macros in 46-channel mode? Our in-house team has real answers — not just reseller guesses.

Trusted Support and Fast Shipping: We stock the UBL12HB locally, offer same-day dispatch when available, and provide technical help even after the sale.