Overview
The NOVA 9° 2x1 Tunable White LED Light Panel from Aputure delivers powerful, directional illumination for professional filmmakers and content creators. With 650W of output and a tight 9° beam angle producing up to 29,730 lux at 5 m (5600K), it excels at long-throw lighting and hard shadow effects. Its tunable white range from 1800 to 20,000K and advanced BLAIR chipset with blue, lime, amber, indigo, and red diodes offer precise color control and smooth pixel effects across four horizontal zones. Ideal for film, TV, commercial production, and studio setups, the NOVA 9° 2x1 combines high output, color accuracy, and versatility in a rugged IP65-rated body.
Core Features
- 650W output with tight 9° beam angle.
- Tunable white 1800–20,000K for creative control.
- BLAIR chipset with blue, lime, amber, indigo, and red diodes.
- Four horizontal pixel zones for smooth effects.
- Advanced white point control with green/magenta correction.
- Intuitive onboard and app control via Sidus Link.
- 16-bit DMX512, LumenRadio CRMX, Art-Net/sACN support.
- Multiple dimming curves and fan modes.
- QuickClip front-mounting accessory ecosystem.
- Removable yoke and stackable multi-light design.
- Rugged IP65-rated construction.
- Includes flat diffuser, AC power cable, safety chain, and hard case for safe transport.
Impressive Output
Delivers 29,730 lux at 5 m (5600K) with smooth stepless dimming from 0.1–100% using four curves: linear, exponential, logarithmic, and S-shaped. Active fan cooling with four DMX-controllable fan modes ensures reliable performance for extended shoots.
Color Accuracy
Industry-leading metrics provide natural, lifelike rendering: CRI 95, TLCI 95, TM-30 Rf 95, Rg 100. Additional ratings include CQS 96, SSI (P3200) 89, and SSI (CIE D5600) 86. Advanced green/magenta adjustment ensures compliance with ASC MITC standards.
Durable & Flexible Design
Compact 2x1 form factor weighing 17.2 kg (38 lb) without yoke, stackable into multi-light arrays, and compatible with QuickClip accessories. Removable yoke allows versatile rigging, while IP65-rated body withstands demanding production environments.
Additional Features
- Flat diffuser expands beam to 80° for softer illumination
- High-resolution rear color screen for status and settings
- Two locking Ethernet ports for reliable network control
- Lead-follow and Studio mode for synchronized lighting
- 15 built-in lighting effects with 10 user presets
- Bluetooth and CRMX wireless range up to 100 m (328 ft)
- AC operating voltage 100–240 V
General
| Item Type | 1x LED Array LED Light Panel |
| Included Light Modifier | 1x Diffuser |
| Included Storage Case | Yes |
| Pixel Zones | 4 |
| Environmental Resistance | Dust/Weather/Water-Resistant (IP65) |
| Operating Conditions | -20 to 50°C |
| Storage Conditions | -40 to 80°C |
Photometrics
| Beam Angle | 9° Unmodified / 80° with Included Diffuser |
| 9° at 1800K | 489,750 Lux at 1 m, 19,590 Lux at 5 m, 5,030 Lux at 10 m, 1,329 Lux at 20 m |
| 9° at 2500K | 635,250 Lux at 1 m, 25,410 Lux at 5 m, 7,090 Lux at 10 m, 1,881 Lux at 20 m |
| 9° at 3200K | 702,250 Lux at 1 m, 28,090 Lux at 5 m, 7,660 Lux at 10 m, 2,040 Lux at 20 m |
| 9° at 4300K | 749,500 Lux at 1 m, 29,980 Lux at 5 m, 8,340 Lux at 10 m, 2,229 Lux at 20 m |
| 9° at 5600K | 743,250 Lux at 1 m, 29,730 Lux at 5 m, 8,320 Lux at 10 m, 2,229 Lux at 20 m |
| 9° at 6500K | 731,750 Lux at 1 m, 29,270 Lux at 5 m, 8,220 Lux at 10 m, 2,203 Lux at 20 m |
| 9° at 10000K | 678,750 Lux at 1 m, 27,150 Lux at 5 m, 7,660 Lux at 10 m, 2,064 Lux at 20 m |
Color & Dimming
| Color Temperature | 1800 to 20,000K |
| Color Modes | Daylight, Tungsten |
| Color Accuracy Standards | CRI 95, TLCI 95, SSI 90 at 3200K, SSI 86 at 5600K, TM-30 Rf 95, TM-30 Rg 100, CQS 96 |
| Dimming | App-Controlled / Built-In Dimmer / DMX / RDM (Continuous) 0.1–100% |
| Front Accessory Mount | Proprietary |
| Preprogrammed Effects | Yes |
| Built-In Flash | No |
| Cooling System | Fan |
Connectivity
| Wireless Remote Control Type | Bluetooth, CRMX |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS (Sidus Link / Sidus Link Pro) |
| Wireless Range | 100 m |
| Inputs/Outputs | 1x AC Power Input (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz), 1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Input, 1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Output, 2x RJ45 Network I/O, 1x USB-A Firmware Input |
Power
| Power Source | AC Power (Cable Included) |
| Input Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 650 W (Normal), 800 W (Maximum) |
Mounting
| Yoke Type | Manually-Operated Yoke |
Physical
| Dimensions (without Yoke) | 69.1 x 38.9 x 13.7 cm |
| Dimensions (with Yoke) | 83.1 x 56.6 x 15.5 cm |
| Weight (without Yoke) | 17.25 kg |
| Weight (with Yoke) | 19.65 kg |
What's Included
- Aputure NOVA 9-Degree 2x1 Tunable White LED Light Panel
- Removable Yoke with Junior Pin
- Flat Diffuser
- AC Power Cable (6 m)
- Safety Chain (0.5 m)
- Rolling Hard Case
- Barcode: 85946
- Supplier Code: AP0403044X