It's the optics that count!

The Sparx 12A – based on the Sparx 12 – has been specially optimised for lighting applications. Thanks to its new optics, it is in the same league as the A12 BeamWash with its max. luminosity of 10,500 lm and a TwinZoom of 7° – 65°. But it works much faster and quieter than its legendary predecessor.

Light distribution and color mixing in the Sparx 12A are comparable to Fresnel optics and more homogeneous than in the A12. Its low levels of scattered light are also matched by its low operating noise.

Technical Data

Optics and light source

19 RGBW Osram high-performance LEDs of 40 W each
Optimised for the light distribution of Fresnel optics with up to 10,500 lm Output
> 20.000 h life time
Flicker-free operation, camera mode: 100, 120 and 600 Hz
TwinZoom system: Zoom range 7° – 65° (1:9.3)
Highly efficient optics for perfect color mixing
Minimal scattered light due to internal blades
Encapsulated optical system
Light emission diameter: Ø 240 mm

Effects

Individual LED control – Single pixel control
Sparkle channel for dynamic effects
Multiple layers with independent patterns can be stacked on top of each other
Countless color and pattern combinations
Separate CTC channel from 2000–13000 K
Optimised color mixing behaviour
Color-accurate, high-resolution and steplessly dimming 0–100%
Electronic strobe with pulse and random effects
TwinZoom effects: Multicolor beams and innovative beam shapes
Basic color temperature can be selected: 2700 K, 3200 K, 4200 K, 5600 K, 6000 K, 6500 K, 7000 K or 8000 K

Movement

3 phase extra strong stepping motors
Precise, very fast and silent movement
540° pan / 238° tilt

Control and programming

USITT DMX-512, RDM
Ethernet interface with Art-Net, sACN and Kling-Net
Wireless DMX / RDM Lumen Radio CRMX TiMo
Bluetooth, Wifi
LCD display with function keys and battery buffer, electronically rotatable
Micro USB for software update
Stand-alone mode, Master/slave function
Error analysis and DMX analysis

Construction

Robust, roadworthy design
Transport lock for pan/tilt
Individually changeable LEDs
High-tech heat pipe cooling in conjunction with calibrated silent fans for virtually noiseless operation at 29 dB(A)
Neutrik 5pin XLR IN/OUT
RJ45 IN/OUT network socket
Power IN/OUT
5pin IN/OUT socket (prepared for battery operation)

Rigging

2 Omega brackets with Original Camloc® fasteners for quick and convenient installation in any position, with four different fastening options

Electrical & thermal specification

Max. power consumption 750 VA
Input voltage range 100 V–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Total heat dissipation (calculated): 2,560 BTU/hr
Ambient temperature: 0° to 45°C (note the warm-up phase)

Mechanical specification

Dimensions: B 404 x D 265 x H 491 mm
Weight: 15,5 kg

Scope of delivery

Schuko on powerCON TRUE1, flexible rubber cable (2 m long, 3 x 1.5 mm²)
2 Omega brackets

Warranty

Device: 2 years
LEDs: 4 years

Accessories

CASE42 Amptown double flight case
CASE43 Amptown 4-compartment flight case
ZU0027 Beamshape rotatable

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Declaration of conformity

Ideal beam properties

Thanks to its optical system and TwinZoom, the beam character of the Sparx 12A can be individually determined. The wash effect can be controlled flexibly and precisely from hard edge to soft edge using the TwinZoom – regardless of whether single-color or multi-color beams, with or without Beamshape. Light distribution and color mixing are impressively homogeneous. Scattered light is just as imperceptible on the Sparx 12A as operating noise – in contrast to its immensely fast head movements and zoom changes.

FIRST-CLASS LIGHTING POWER

In addition to the optimised color rendering and light distribution, the Sparx 12A is particularly impressive thanks to its optical system and its max. brightness output of 10,500 lm.

Sparx 12A

A12

STEPLESS ZOOM: 7° – 65° (1:9.3)

The Sparx 12A is specially designed for lighting applications as shown by its zoom values: TwinZoom 7° – 65°, 1/2 peak 7° – 39°, 1/10 peak 11° – 65°

Minimum zoom

Maximum zoom

ADJUSTABLE BASIC COLOR TEMPERATURE

The basic colour temperature, which is used to mix all colours automatically, is freely selectable on the Sparx 12A, making it an excellent addition to any lighting ensemble.

2700 K

3200 K

4200 K

5600 K

6000 K

6500 K

7000 K

8000 K

TWINZOOM EFFECT

The TwinZoom can be used to zoom the outer LED ring and the inner 7 LEDs separately and also with different colors. This increases number of the lighting applications and the TwinZoom can also be used to individually adjust, i.e. change, the light distribution.

BEAMSHAPE (ACCESSORIES)

A Beamshape (initial assembly required at the factory) transforms a circular beam into an oval one. This is necessary if a pixel washer is to be used to stage rectangular or asymmetrical objects at trade fairs, for example, or to create an aisle light in a theatre.

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DOUBLE FLIGHT CASE

AMPTOWN (Code CASE42)

Pro case made from 7 mm birch plywood with SiP insert, stacking troughs and a scan window
Original amptown cases Blue Wheels
Dimensions: W 65 x D 60 x H 72 cm
Weight (incl. devices): approx. 36 (67) kg

4-COMPARTMENT FLIGHT CASE

AMPTOWN (Code CASE43)

Pro case made from 10 mm birch plywood with SiP insert, stacking troughs and a scan window
Original amptown cases Blue Wheels
Dimensions: W 127 x D 60 x H 72 cm
Weight (incl. devices): approx. 62 (124) kg

BEAMSHAPE

Beamshape (Code ZU0027)

Produces oval, asymmetrical beams for illuminating rectangular objects at trade fairs or as aisle lighting in the theatre
Infinitely rotatable and positionable
Weight: 350 g

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