Westcott Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer

ALC: Hands-On Review: Testing the New Westcott Flex Cine Series

Afew years ago, I was covering Photo Plus Expo in New York and Westcott showed me what was then a prototype of their Flex LED. These LED light mats were made from a tough waterproof surface and could be used in small spaces or (with an adapter) on a light stand. They immediately caught my attention. The Flex Series has been evolving ever since, adding the Scrim Jim frames and various sized mats to the lineup, but always keeping that slim and shapeable form factor and rugged build quality. And their latest addition is just as exciting......

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The Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer is the industry s first and only smart dimmer for flexible LEDs designed for video professionals. Whether it is paired with the AC Adapter or 26V Lithium-Ion Battery, this dimmer is able to precisely control Flex LEDs in any location easier than ever before.

With the Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer, users can utilize the dimmer s DMX512 input and output ports or take advantage of the dimmer s replaceable WiFi antenna to operate DMX over Art-Net. Additionally, users can utilize the compatible Luminair iOS app to access a range of advanced lighting effects and controls.

When utilizing the dimmer s on-board controls, users have access to dynamic tools including 100+ pre-loaded color gel presets with daylight or tungsten backing, source-matching presets, user-defined presets, CCT controls, and more. A built-in USB port allows for future firmware updates.

This dimmer is equipped with Hybrid Pulse Width Modulation, allowing Flex LED mats to be dimmed to 1% while maintaining a flicker-free output. It is also equipped with unique Mat Sensing Technology, which automatically reads whichever Flex LED mat is connected to customize dimmer controls and specify the exact voltage needed to operate the light.

The Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer s V-mount plate allows users to connect the robust Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer AC Adapter (sold separately) or 26V Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately). When operating Flex 1' x 1' Bi-Color or Daylight LED mats, user s can also connect their choice of 14.4V-14.8V V-mount batteries.

This dimmer can be mounted via the built-in 3/8"-16 and 1/4"-20 threads or hung as a weight from a stand with the removable d-ring lanyard.

This Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer requires either the Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer AC Adapter, Westcott 26V Lithium-Ion Battery, or other compatible battery source for operation. The Flex Cine Wireless DMX Dimmer is able to operate all Westcott Flex LED Mats, including both the new Flex Cine series and original Flex with a Legacy Adapter (sold separately).