Chauvet Professional COLORdash Batten H12X IP

Chauvet Professional COLORdash Batten H12X IP: All-Weather Hex-Color Pixel Bar for Touring, Broadcast & Installs

The COLORdash Batten H12X IP packs a row of twelve hex-color emitters (RGBWA-UV) into a rugged, outdoor-ready chassis that lays down a broad, uniform wash or precise pixel-mapped chases. High-resolution fades keep transitions silky, and adjustable drive settings keep the output clean for cameras. Use a single bar as a ground row, tile multiples for seamless lines, or drop them into truss—its lightweight build and dual-purpose brackets make floor or rig placement fast. An OLED menu with lockout simplifies setup on busy stages, while sealed power and a die-cast housing make it a dependable choice indoors or out.

• Real-World Applications and Lighting Roles
• Ground-row cyc wash and backdrop toning
• Pixel-mapped lines across stage edges and truss fascia
• Outdoor scenic and façade coloration (temporary)
• Corporate and house-of-worship stage wash with UV accents
• Festivals and broadcast sets needing camera-friendly fades

Where the COLORdash Batten H12X IP Excels

• Hex-Color Versatility: RGBWA-UV mixing covers deep saturates, refined pastels, and UV accents without external filters.
• Tour-Proof Design: All-weather housing with sealed power connections thrives on outdoor stages and damp load-ins.
• High-Resolution Fades: Smooth 16-bit transitions and selectable curves deliver theatre-grade dimming or concert snaps on demand.
• Camera-Ready Output: Adjustable drive frequencies keep frames free of artifacts for IMAG and streaming.
• Seamless Arrays: Consistent cell spacing makes multiple bars read as one continuous canvas when pixel mapped.
• Fast Floor-to-Rig Workflow: Brackets double as floor trunnions and accept omega hardware for quick hangs.
• Menu Confidence: Readable OLED with password protection helps lock shows after patching.

Control Modes for the COLORdash Batten H12X IP

Protocols, UI & I/O

• Control Protocols: DMX with RDM for remote addressing, mode selection, and status.
• User Interface: OLED menu with password lock; quick access to mode, address, curves, and utilities.
• Data Connectors: 3-pin and 5-pin XLR in/out.
• Power: Seetronic Powerkon IP65 in/out (locking).

Channel Modes & Personalities (8 total)

• DMX footprints: 6, 8, 9, 13, 14, 42, 47, or 59 channels.
• Pixel control: 12 individually controllable cells for mapping and chases.

Dimming, Curves & Shutter

• Fade resolution: High-bit dimming for smooth transitions.
• Dimmer curves: 4 selectable behaviors to tailor response.
• Shutter/Strobe: Electronic, 0–23 Hz.

PWM & On-Camera Optimization

• Selectable PWM: 600, 1,200, 2,000, 4,000, 6,000, or 25,000 Hz for flicker-free capture.

Standalone & Utilities

• Color mixing without a console: Yes — create static looks from the menu.
• Automated programs: Built-in sequences for quick looks; recall via DMX if desired.

Optics & Output Geometry of the COLORdash Batten H12X IP

This linear batten ships with optics tuned for broad, even coverage: a measured 24.9° beam and 40.7° field deliver a smooth wash without hot spotting. Output is substantial for a sub-18 lb fixture, producing 4,796 lumens and approximately 881 lux at 5 m. The lensing keeps edges clean so adjacent units blend predictably in ground rows or truss lines, and the consistent photometric profile helps gradients track naturally across scenery and backdrops.

Hex-Color Engine (RGBWA-UV) & Color Rendering

Twelve 10 W emitters (RGBAW+UV) form a versatile mixing system that reaches from deep saturates to nuanced pastels, with UV available for fluoro accents and scenic treatments. At full output, the source presents a nominal 11,567 K white point, while the added amber channel lets you warm practicals and skin tones without external filters. The array is specified for a 50,000-hour service life, supporting long-term installs and heavy rental rotation.

Pixel Mapping & Array Seam Continuity

The bar is segmented into twelve addressable sections, allowing chases, waves, and gradients that read clearly from audience and camera positions. Segment spacing is uniform, so multiple battens tile into a continuous line without visible “gaps” in pixel pitch. Use this to your advantage when building long fascia runs or ground-row canvases—looks will stitch together cleanly with minimal console math.

Video Dimming Strategy & Curve Selection

For shows that will be captured on camera, use the fixture’s fine-resolution fades to keep transitions smooth, then choose a dimming curve that fits the moment: a theatre-oriented response for low-end detail, or a more aggressive curve for punchy musical hits. Keep your curve choice consistent across all units in the same sightline to avoid mismatched fade behavior in wide shots or IMAG.

Ingress Protection, Power Chaining & Environmental Hardening

Designed for outdoor stages and damp load-ins, the enclosure is rated for weather exposure (with a pressure-equalizing M12 GORE valve) and uses sealed mains/data connectors to maintain integrity. Circuit planning is straightforward thanks to published limits of 9 units @ 120 V, 16 units @ 208 V, and 17 units @ 230 V on a shared feed. Typical draw is ~154 W @ 120 V and ~151 W @ 208/230 V, letting you map long lines efficiently while staying within breaker capacity.

How to Deploy the COLORdash Batten H12X IP

Rigging & Physical Placement

• Floor or flown in seconds: Use the supplied trunnions as a ground row, or fit the omega hardware for fast hangs on pipe/truss.
• Keep seams invisible: Butt fixtures closely and align faces so the cell spacing reads as one continuous line for pixel-mapped runs.
• Balance & safety: Space clamps evenly, keep the center of gravity over the bar, and always add a rated secondary.
• Orientation choices: Horizontal for cyc/backdrops; vertical to stripe columns, portals, or stage edges.
• Sightline discipline: Tilt to keep the brightest part of the field off cameras and audience eyes.

Power & Data Strategy (All-Weather)

• Locking mains: Use the IP-sealed in/out connectors and form drip loops so water sheds away from sockets.
• DMX topology: Daisy-chain on 3- or 5-pin XLR, keep runs tidy, and terminate the last fixture.
• Outdoor practice: Seat gaskets fully, cap unused ports, and keep the pressure-equalizing valve unobstructed.
• Circuit planning: Build chains within the published power-link limits and distribute feeds to avoid nuisance trips.

Addressing, Personalities & Pixel Order

• Pick the right footprint: Choose a compact mode for simple washes or a higher-channel profile for granular 12-cell control.
• RDM convenience: Set address/mode from the console or node; confirm locally on the OLED and lock the menu when finished.
• Consistent mapping: Keep cell direction (left?right/right?left) the same across the line so chases travel predictably.

Dimming & On-Camera Behavior

• One curve per sightline: Select the dimming response that fits the show (theatre-smooth vs. punchy) and apply it uniformly to fixtures seen together.
• Camera-friendly drive: Use a higher drive setting when shooting IMAG/streaming to minimize artifacts; keep settings identical across like units.

Quick Deployment Recipes

• Pixel-Mapped Fascia: Floor the bars on trunnions along the stage edge, choose a pixel profile, align cell order, and build waves/chases across the line.
• Cyc / Ground-Row Wash: Horizontal on the deck, compact profile, curve set for smooth fades; space evenly to avoid banding on backdrops.
• Outdoor Façade Color: Vertical hangs on omega brackets, weather caps fitted, high camera-friendly drive; stagger bars to cover architectural breaks.

Why Choose This Chauvet Fixture from AVMaxx?

When you’re building long, clean color lines that have to survive weather, cameras, and tight load-ins, the details decide the outcome. AVMaxx sets up the COLORdash Batten H12X IP with a deployment plan that matches your rig—power layout, address maps, dimming behavior, and tile spacing—so your linear washes read as one continuous canvas on stage and on screen.

• Pixel strategy without guesswork: We align cell order and footprint selection to your console showfile so gradients and chases travel predictably across every bar.
• Camera-first tuning: Practical guidance on curve choice and high-frequency drive so fades stay silky and frames stay artifact-free for IMAG, streaming, and broadcast.
• Weather-aware cabling: Ingress-protection best practices (caps, drip loops, strain relief) that keep connections tight through rain, dust, and day-to-night temperature swings.
• Fast floor-to-fly workflow: Trunnion and omega hardware tactics for quick ground rows and hangs with minimal stage traffic.
• Universe budgeting made simple: We help you pick compact or expanded footprints to balance creativity with available channels—no last-minute re-patching.
• Manufacturer-verified facts only: Every recommendation is built on current Chauvet Professional data you provided—no outside assumptions.

Bottom line: AVMaxx turns this hex-color linear into a reliable, camera-ready wash system for festivals, installs, houses of worship, and mobile DJ productions—with less setup time and zero surprises.