Shocker P2: Dual-Zone RGBA+WW Blinder with D-Fi USB & OLED Control
Shocker P2 blends the emotional impact of a blinder with full-color versatility. Two independent lenses drive dual-zone looks from RGBA+WW engines (penta-color), while the optics translate to confident room coverage. Program fast from the front-panel OLED, drop it into a rig via 3-/5-pin DMX (4/7/12/20-ch personalities), or go cable-light with D-Fi USB for wireless DMX/master-slave. Lead/follow up to 4 fixtures for synchronized sweeps, and keep shows smooth with built-in dimming curves and strobe control.
- Output & coverage: 62° beam / 105° field; measured 1,300 lux @ 2 m.
- Power & linking: Auto-ranging 100–240 VAC with power linking (12 @ 120 V / 22 @ 230 V).
All performance, control, and power details reflect Chauvet DJ’s Shocker P2 Rev. 2 documentation—spec-true for field deployment.
Where This Fixture Excels
- Color-Driven Blinder Moments: Dual zones let you alternate pods or hit full-face bursts in saturated hues or warm whites.
- Synchronized Banks: Lead/follow up to four units for eye-catching, timed sweeps without a console rewrite.
- Wireless Workflows: Add D-Fi USB for cable-light DMX or master/slave—perfect for quick turns and mobile rigs.
- Precision Looks: Virtual color wheel, color-temperature presets (2,800–10,000 K), and manual RGBA+WW mixing for exact palettes.
- Console Integration: 4/7/12/20-ch personalities fit anything from simple submaster fades to per-zone color and show control.
- Install & Tour Friendly: Power linking and OLED navigation speed setup in clubs, theaters, and festival fly-packs.
These use-cases are derived from the official feature set to maximize impact on stages, dance floors, and camera-visible environments.
Control Modes for the Shocker P2
DMX Personalities (4 / 7 / 12 / 20 ch): Choose the depth you need—global simplicity to per-zone granularity.
- 4-Channel: Dimmer • Color Macro • Color Temperature • Strobe — fast programming with curated palettes.
- 7-Channel: Dimmer + direct R/G/B/A/WW mixing and Strobe — hands-on color control for both zones together.
- 12-Channel: Adds Virtual Color Wheel, Color Temp, Auto Show selection, Speed/Sensitivity, and a Control channel for dimmer curves & mode utilities.
- 20-Channel (Per-Zone Control): Independent R/G/B/A/WW for Zone 1/Zone 2, per-zone Strobe, per-zone Color Macro/CT, plus Auto, Speed/Sensitivity, and Control (dimmer speed mode, master/slave role).
Standalone: Select Auto 1–14 (with dimmer & speed), Sound 1–5 (with sensitivity), Virtual Color Wheel, CT presets, or manual RGBA+WW mixes from the OLED.
Wireless & Sync: Insert D-Fi USB for wireless DMX or wireless master/slave; configure lead/follow (Slave1–Slave4) for timed wave effects across up to four fixtures.
Channel functions, macro/CT ranges, and lead/follow behavior follow the Rev. 2 DMX chart and menu map for Shocker P2.
Color Engine, Palettes & Optics
Shocker P2 drives two independent zones from RGBA+WW penta-color engines for saturated hits, nuanced ambers, and convincing warm whites. Optics are voiced for room coverage with a 62° beam and 105° field, delivering a measured 1,300 lux @ 2 m. A precise electronic strobe spans 0–20 Hz for punctuation and chase design.
- Dual-zone expression: Run pods alternately for motion or together for unified impact.
- Warmth to daylight: Access calibrated CCT presets alongside full RGBA+WW mixing.
- Audience-friendly output: Color rendering stays flattering on faces and camera.
Beam/field angles, strobe range, and illuminance reflect Chauvet DJ’s Shocker P2 Rev. 2 data.
DMX Personalities & Per-Zone Trait Map (4 / 7 / 12 / 20 ch)
Choose the control depth that matches your file—from curated macros to granular per-zone color.
- 4-Channel: Dimmer • Color Macro • Color Temperature • Strobe for fast programming.
- 7-Channel: Global Dimmer + direct R/G/B/A/WW mix and Strobe (both zones together).
- 12-Channel: Adds Virtual Color Wheel, CT, Auto Show, Speed/Sensitivity, and a Control channel for dimmer-curve/mode utilities.
- 20-Channel (per-zone): Independent R/G/B/A/WW for Zone 1 & Zone 2, per-zone Strobe, per-zone Color Macro/CT, plus Auto, Speed/Sensitivity, and Control (dimmer speed mode, master/slave role).
Addressing: 20-ch personality defines highest start at 493. Both 3-pin and 5-pin XLR ports are available.
Channel functions and ranges match the Shocker P2 Rev. 2 DMX chart.
Wireless Architecture: D-Fi USB & Lead/Follow Sync
Drop in a D-Fi USB to unlock wireless DMX or cable-free master/slave. Lead one P2 and follow up to four fixtures (Slave1–Slave4) for synchronized sweeps or timed wave effects.
- Priority: D-Fi USB control supersedes wired DMX and panel input while inserted.
- D-Fi channels: Set DIP switches for Receive/Transmit (1–16) and match across the group.
- Lead/Follow logic: Slave1 = tight sync; Slave2–Slave4 introduce ordered delays for movement.
- Wired alternative: The same lead/follow scheme works over DMX cabling when preferred.
Wireless behavior, priority, and Slave1–Slave4 timing are per the Rev. 2 manual.
Standalone Tools & OLED Workflow
- Virtual Color Wheel: One-touch access to curated hues (reds, ambers, cyans, pinks, seafoam, turquoise, etc.).
- Color Temperature presets: 2,800–10,000 K for quick white looks.
- Manual Mixer: Direct RGBA+WW control from the panel for custom palettes.
- Shows: Auto 1–14 with adjustable dimmer & speed; Sound 1–5 with sensitivity trim.
- Dimming curves: Off / Dimmer 1 / Dimmer 2 / Dimmer 3 for incandescent-style fades.
- White Balance: Per-engine maximums (Red1/Green1/…/White2) to match paired units.
- UX & Service: OLED backlight timer, fixture/LED hours, version/UID, temperature view, and firmware update from the menu.
Menu labels and ranges mirror the on-fixture OLED to eliminate guesswork in the field.
Power, Linking & Connectors
- Mains: Auto-ranging 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; typical draw 120 W @ 120 V / 118 W @ 230 V; fuse T2AL, 250 V.
- Link capacity: Up to 12 units @ 120 V or 22 units @ 230 V (non-dimmed circuits).
- Power I/O (U.S.): IEC mains in, Edison thru (region-specific variants in EU/UK).
- Control I/O: 3-pin and 5-pin XLR DMX in/out; D-Fi USB port for wireless.
- Rigging: Hanging bracket with M13 clamp hole; always add a rated safety.
- Environmental: Indoor use (IP20); max ambient 104 °F (40 °C); convection cooling.
Connector types and link counts are taken from the Rev. 2 technical specs (IEC in / Edison thru on U.S. models).
How to Deploy in the Field
- Placement: For audience blinds, mount on downstage truss or lip; for color back-punch, fly upstage at eye line to camera.
- Mode selection: Use 20-ch when you need per-zone color/CT/strobe; 12-ch for macros/CT + show control; 7-ch for hands-on color mixes; 4-ch for fast looks from palettes.
- Lead/Follow banks: Set one unit as Master, followers as Slave1–Slave4 to create orderly sweeps without a console rewrite (wired or D-Fi USB).
- White looks: Match cameras by selecting CT presets (e.g., 3,200 K for tungsten stages, 5,600 K for daylight-balanced rigs), then fine-tune with curves.
- Color discipline: Build palettes in the OLED mixer for repeatable cues; reserve Virtual Color Wheel for quick, repeatable hits.
- Power strategy: Daisy-chain within the published link limits; avoid dimmers; provide strain relief at the thru outlet.
- Rigging practice: Use an M13-rated clamp and a safety cable; hand-tighten yoke knobs for aim—no tools.
Field checklist: confirm ventilation clearance, keep flammables away, secure cabling, and verify clamps & safeties before doors.
Why Choose from AVMaxx
Shocker P2 brings color emotion and blinder punch in one road-ready package. At AVMaxx, we don’t just ship boxes—we tune rigs for your stage and control file so your P2s hit exactly the way you expect.
- Spec-true builds: We work from Chauvet’s Rev. 2 data (RGBA+WW, 62°/105°, 4/7/12/20-ch) to set realistic coverage and power plans.
- Patch & personality guidance: Ready-to-use trait maps for all modes—from 4-ch palettes to 20-ch per-zone color/strobe/CT.
- Wireless made practical: D-Fi USB channel planning (Tx/Rx), priority behavior, and lead/follow timing so synced banks behave on cue.
- Power & linking math: IEC in / Edison thru with correct headcounts (12 @ 120 V or 22 @ 230 V) and breaker margins for hassle-free daisy chains.
- Color workflow: We build repeatable palettes using Virtual Color Wheel, CT presets (2,800–10,000 K), and manual RGBA+WW mixes.
- Field-first support: Fast answers on addressing, white balance matching, firmware, and OLED navigation when you’re under the gun.
All recommendations come from Chauvet DJ’s official Shocker P2 documentation—no guesses, just data-driven deployment.
From club installs to touring fly-packs, AVMaxx will spec, patch, and color-tune your Shocker P2 banks for confident show-time impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Shocker P2 support wireless DMX?
Yes. Add a D-Fi USB to enable wireless DMX or wireless master/slave. While inserted, D-Fi USB takes priority over wired DMX and the panel.
How many fixtures can I power-link?
Up to 12 units @ 120 V or 22 units @ 230 V using IEC input and Edison thru (U.S. models). Use non-dimmed mains and leave breaker headroom.
Can I control each lens (zone) separately?
Yes. Choose the 20-channel personality for per-zone R/G/B/A/WW, per-zone strobe, and per-zone color macro/CT. Lower channel modes offer global control.
What DMX modes are available?
4 / 7 / 12 / 20 channels. 4-ch is palette-driven; 7-ch gives direct color mix; 12-ch adds macros/CT and show control; 20-ch provides full per-zone granularity.
Can I synchronize multiple fixtures without rewriting cues?
Yes. Use lead/follow: set one Master and up to four followers (Slave1–Slave4). Slave1 is tight sync; 2–4 add timed offsets for wave effects (wired DMX or D-Fi USB).
What optics and output should I expect?
62° beam / 105° field with measured 1,300 lux @ 2 m. Designed for room-filling color blinds and warm white hits.
Is Shocker P2 a good choice for mobile DJs?
Absolutely. Lightweight (8.2 lb), fast OLED navigation, color presets (2,800–10,000 K), Virtual Color Wheel, and optional D-Fi USB keep setups quick and cables minimal.
Indoor or outdoor rated?
Indoor only (IP20) with max ambient of 104 °F (40 °C). Maintain ventilation clearance and use a safety cable for overhead mounting.
Tell us your room size, console, and power layout—AVMaxx will configure Shocker P2 modes, palettes, and linking so your color blinds land perfectly every time.
