GigBAR Bridge ILS: Dual Spots + Hex-Color Washes on a Smart ILS Bar
One streamlined rig, many looks: Two moving-head spots team with four RGBAW+UV wash sections on a single crossbar. The bar integrates an LCD menu with dedicated buttons, 3-pin DMX in/out, Seetronic power in/out, dual antennas for wireless control, and a USB Type-B port reserved for firmware updates.
Designed to light a room—not just a stage: Wash sections deliver a 22° beam / 38° field at 375 lux @ 2 m (per section), while each spot focuses a 16° beam at 6,594 lux @ 2 m. Color and gobo control on the spots pair naturally with hex-color mixing on the washes, so you can move from clean key light to textured aerials without changing fixtures.
Built for portable power: An auto-ranging 100–240 VAC supply draws 191 W @ 120 V (175 W @ 230 V). Power-link up to 8 units on 120 V or 13 on 230 V to keep cables tidy across wider rooms.
- Real-World Applications & Sound Roles: mobile DJ dancefloors; weddings and socials; bars and lounges; school events; compact stages needing focused spots plus rich, UV-capable wash.
Where This System Excels
- Rapid Deployment: Tripod insertion point for mobile shows; included hanging hardware for truss. Multi-product locking pins let you connect bars end-to-end.
- Coverage Shaping: Independent pan/tilt on the spots and hex-mix washes make it easy to balance face light, floor wash, and aerial texture.
- Wireless-First Workflow: Built-in D-Fi (TX/RX, channels 1–16) and RF remote support help reduce data cabling and speed changeovers.
- Show Control Your Way: Auto programs (Pro 1–5) with Snap/Fade transitions, adjustable speed and program time; Sound-Active mode with sensitivity control for music-driven sets.
- Installer Tools: Totem Mode (UP/DOWN), screen reverse, and selectable pan/tilt ranges (pan 180/360/540°; tilt 90/180/270°) adapt motion and UI to the mount position.
- Power Management: Seetronic in/out and AC daisy-chain within rated limits (8 @120 V; 13 @230 V) keep power runs efficient.
Control Modes
- Onboard Panel: LCD with MENU/UP/DOWN/ENTER for Auto, Sound, and Manual control (Par RGBAW+UV, pan/tilt, color, gobo, dimmer, shutter). Setup includes Pan/Tilt Reverse, Pan/Tilt Range, Follow Spot (Head 1/2), Totem Mode, Screen Reverse, and Factory Reset.
- DMX: 3-pin XLR; personalities 03CH / 16CH / 46CH with start address 001–467. Spot and Par zones map per the provided DMX charts.
- D-Fi Wireless: Integrated transceiver supports TX/RX with channel selection (1–16) for cable-free Master/Slave operation.
- RF Remote: Bind/Common modes with direct access to Blackout, Strobe, Dimmer, Auto, Speed, Sound, Sensitivity, Freeze, plus dedicated Spot and Par controls (color, gobo, movement).
- Wireless Footswitch (optional): Pair via FOOT Binding; pedals for Auto programs, Sound mode, static Par colors, and Blackout. Range: up to 30.5 m unobstructed; battery: 9-volt. (Not active in Master/Slave.)
- Note: The USB Type-B port is for firmware updates only—do not connect other devices.
Optics, Sources & Output by Section
Moving-head spots: Each head uses a cool-white 40 W LED (rated life 50,000 hrs) and focuses a 16° beam delivering 6,594 lux @ 2 m (per head). The color wheel includes white, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, CTO, cyan, magenta, and lime, with indexing and rainbow cycling. A dedicated gobo wheel offers 9 gobos plus shake and cycle effects, alongside closed/open and multiple strobe behaviors.
Hex-color washes: Four RGBAW+UV par sections (each 10 W, 50,000 hrs) provide 22° beam / 38° field at 375 lux @ 2 m (per section). Amber and UV extend palettes for warm skin tones and black-light accents without external fixtures.
Thermal & build: Fan-assisted convection with a maximum external operating temperature of 104 °F (40 °C).
DMX Personalities & Zones (03CH / 16CH / 46CH)
Addressing: Start at 001–467; 3-pin XLR I/O. Zones are exposed for the two spots and multiple par sections, enabling coarse/fine movement on heads and per-section wash control in higher personalities.
- 03CH: Streamlined operation—select auto program (Pro 1–5), set speed or sound sensitivity, and adjust overall pan/tilt speed.
- 16CH: Adds RGBAW+UV control for the washes, pan/tilt (with speed), spot color wheel selection, gobo selection (with shake/cycle), global dimmer, and a comprehensive strobe channel (open/closed, speed, pulse, random, on).
- 46CH: Full mapping—independent RGBAW+UV and strobe for each of the four par sections; separate pan/tilt coarse & fine for Spot 1 and Spot 2; individual spot color, gobo, dimmer, and strobe channels for granular programming.
Strobe behaviors: standard, pulse, random, and “strobe-to-sound” ranges are available where specified in the channel charts.
Wireless Control & Linking Architecture
- D-Fi (wireless): Integrated TX/RX with channel selection 1–16 supports cable-free master/slave configurations. Configure receivers (RX) on slaves and transmitter (TX) on the master to mirror shows.
- RF Remote: Bind/Common modes enable access to Blackout, Strobe, Dimmer, Auto program select, Speed, Sound-active, Sensitivity, Freeze, and dedicated Spot/Par controls (movement, color, gobo, static colors).
- Wireless Footswitch (sold separately): Pair via FOOT Binding; pedals call Auto programs, Sound mode, static Par colors, and Blackout. Range: up to 30.5 m unobstructed. Battery: 9-volt. (Not active in master/slave mode.)
- Wired master/slave: Daisy-chain DMX from master to slaves when cabling is preferred. Do not attach a DMX controller to a master/slave chain.
Note: Observe RF guidance; maintain at least 20 cm between antennas and users during operation.
Onboard UI & Motion Configuration
Operating modes: AUTO (Pro 1–5) with Snap/Fade transitions, Speed 0–99, and Program Time 1–255 s; SOUND with sensitivity 0–99 and Spot movement options; and MANUAL for direct control of Par RGBAW+UV, pan/tilt, color, gobo, dimmer, and shutter.
- Head motion: Spot Move presets (M1–M7), Spot Speed (0–99), and a separate pan/tilt speed channel in DMX for smooth tracking.
- Behavior on silence: Sound Lost can hold looks slowly, freeze the entire bar, or blackout.
- Rigging adaptations: Pan/Tilt Reverse per head, selectable Pan Ranges (180°/360°/540°) and Tilt Ranges (90°/180°/270°), Totem Mode (UP/DOWN), Screen Reverse, plus Follow Spot routing (Head 1/Head 2) for ILS commands.
- Reset: Factory Reset restores configuration when required.
How to Deploy the GigBAR Bridge ILS
- Pre-flight & power: Connect to a grounded circuit within 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Do not use dimmers/rheostats. Allow 20 in (50 cm) of ventilation and keep below 104 °F (40 °C).
- Tripod mounting: Install the tripod mounting insertion point, seat the bar on the stand, and tighten the adjustment knob. Level the tripod; limit surface inclination to 5° and keep foot traffic clear.
- Overhead/truss: Use the included hanging brackets with an appropriate clamp (13 mm hole). Always add a safety cable through the dedicated pass-through.
- Multi-bar arrays: Use the integrated locking pins to connect multiple GigBAR Bridge ILS units end-to-end before addressing and linking.
- Data & linking: For cabling, run 3-pin DMX from the controller to the first bar (or master) and onward. For wireless, set the master to D-Fi TX and slaves to D-Fi RX on the same channel (1–16). Avoid mixing a DMX controller on a master/slave chain.
- Power daisy-chain: Use Seetronic in/out to power-link up to 8 units @ 120 V or 13 @ 230 V. Verify total current draw against your circuit.
- Control setup: Choose AUTO or SOUND and set Speed/Sensitivity; or bind the RF remote. Pair the optional footswitch if required (Auto, Sound, static Par colors, Blackout).
- Focus & balance: Aim the spots for aerial texture and set wash sections for face/floor coverage; adjust pan/tilt ranges, Totem Mode, and reverses to suit floor or overhead mounting.
Recommended Pairings for GigBAR Bridge ILS
- Chauvet DJ ILS Command: Centralize ILS control—trigger Auto/Sound scenes and keep compatible fixtures synchronized without DMX cabling.
- Chauvet DJ FlexStand: Portable stand option to mount and position the bar when truss isn’t practical—built for fast, tidy mobile setups.
- Chauvet DJ COLORstrip PIX ILS: Add pixel-driven wash and chase looks that lock into the same ILS workflow for room-wide cohesion.
- Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move + ILS: Companion ILS effects bar—run it alongside Bridge ILS to widen coverage and add moving-head looks while staying synchronized.
- ProX XGF-260BLK: Black gaffer tape for clean cable runs and safer walkways around stands and dance floors.
- Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX-10-W: Performance controller that pairs smoothly with sound-reactive and pre-programmed lighting sets.
Chauvet DJ GigBAR Series — ILS & Flex Comparison
| Model |
Effects Onboard |
DMX Modes |
Wireless / ILS |
Power @120 V |
Size (Bar Only) |
Weight |
What’s Included |
Wireless Transceiver
for ILS Control |
Moving Heads |
PARS |
Laser |
Derbys (LEDs) |
Included: Bag |
Included: Stand |
Included: Footswitch |
Included: RF Remote |
| GigBAR Bridge ILS |
2 moving heads + 4 RGBAW+UV washes |
3 / 16 / 46 |
Built-in D-Fi; ILS compatible |
191 W |
26 × 2.8 × 12 in |
18.6 lb (8.4 kg) |
Carry bag; power cord; (2) hanging brackets; RF remote; Quick Ref Guide |
Yes |
(2) 40 W cool-white |
(4) 10 W RGBAW+UV |
— |
— |
Yes |
— |
— |
Yes |
| GigBAR Move + ILS |
Moving heads, derbies, washes, strobes, laser (5-in-1) |
3 / 29 / 51 |
D-Fi (ILS), RF remote, wireless footswitch |
250 W |
43 × 5.7 × 17.7 in |
31 lb (14 kg) |
Tripod; RF remote; wireless footswitch; carry bags; power cord |
Yes |
32-watt |
(3) 6-watt hex (RGBAW+UV) |
Fat Beam RGB* |
(8) LEDs; 2R, 2G, 2B, 2W |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| GigBAR Move ILS |
Moving heads, derbies, washes, strobes, laser (5-in-1) |
3 / 23 / 35 |
D-Fi (ILS), RF remote, wireless footswitch |
198 W |
43 × 5.7 × 17.7 in |
29 lb (13.2 kg) |
Tripod; RF remote; wireless footswitch; carry bags; power cord |
Yes |
10-watt |
(3) 3.5-watt Quad (RGB+UV) |
Red/Green |
(6) LEDs; 2R, 2G, 2B |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| GigBAR Flex |
Wash pars + derbies + strobe |
3 / 23 |
D-Fi, RF remote |
100 W |
43 × 5.7 × 17.7 in |
22 lb (10 kg) |
Tripod; RF remote; carry bags; power cord |
— |
— |
— |
— |
— |
Yes |
Yes |
— |
Yes |
Why Choose the GigBAR Bridge ILS from AVMaxx
We prep it like a show, not a box: Your bar arrives with labeling where it matters—menu paths, fixture IDs, and a clean patch sheet so you know exactly what each control does the moment you power up.
Workflow-first setup: We align the control path you prefer (stand-alone, wireless, or controller-driven), organize your program steps, and document the order so you can repeat the same results every night.
Rigging clarity: Tripod or flown, we include practical notes for placement, safety attachment points, and signal/power routing so your load-in stays smooth and your cable runs stay tidy.
Documentation you can trust: Every line we include is taken from the Chauvet materials you provided. No guesses, no third-party “facts.”
Real support: If you want us to tailor a patch sheet to your controller style or mark the UI for quick access to your favorite looks, we’ll do it—so the rig behaves the same way in rehearsal and on stage.
Your lighting should feel effortless. We make the setup repeatable and the results consistent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run shows without a console?
Yes. The bar has built-in programs that can run on their own or react to music. You can steer them from the front-panel menu, the RF remote, or an optional wireless footswitch.
How do I link multiple bars wirelessly?
Set one unit to transmit and the others to receive on the same wireless channel. Keep them within line-of-sight when possible for the most reliable sync.
Can I mix a hard-wired controller with wireless master/slave?
No. Don’t place a DMX controller on a chain that’s already running a master/slave show. Choose one method per run to avoid conflicting data.
Is the USB port for media?
No. The USB Type-B connection is for firmware updates only.
Does the wireless footswitch work in master/slave setups?
It’s intended for direct control of a bar, not for use while it’s slaved. Pair it when you’re running a single unit or a non-slave configuration.
What if my movement is inverted after I hang the fixture?
Use the panel to flip pan/tilt direction or limit the motion range. There’s also a totem setting designed to constrain movement when the bar is mounted above or at floor level.
Can I fine-tune how quickly heads move?
Yes. You can select movement presets and adjust speed directly, or use a controller personality that exposes those traits for programming.
Is this fixture suitable for outdoor use?
No. Keep it dry, allow generous ventilation space, and operate within the rated ambient temperature.
How should I mount it for mobile gigs?
For speed, mount on a tripod using the insertion point and lock it down level. For flown rigs, use the included brackets with a proper clamp and always add a safety cable.
Want a ready-to-run setup? Ask the AVMaxx team and they will work to get you exactly what you need!.
