Portman Lights P1 Mini RGBW Decorative LED Light

Portman Lights P1 Mini Overview

The PortmanP1 Mini RGBW Decorative LED Light uses advanced warm white LEDs that are supplemented by RGBW LEDs to add a soft color-variable glow in a similar form to its larger counterparts. It can link to multiple units to pass through both power and DMX control signals.

A septet configuration of LED sources gives the P1 Mini a near-identical look to its tungsten counterpart. The color capabilities of the LED cells are veritably futuristic, yet the tubular 3W light sources contained within mimic warm-white halogen bulbs for a recognizably retro appearance. While these sources are adjustable only within a 1600-3200K tungsten color temperature range, they are backed up by a dynamic display of full-color spectrum light. This effect is achieved by 10W LEDs hidden behind the tungsten-type bulbs to provide consistent glows of a wide range of hues. Their red/green/blue/white configuration ensures a consistent rendition of cover across the entirety of their dimming range. The P1 Mini light fixture is enough to draw the attention of audiences, but rigging multiple units in an expansive structure is a sure way to mesmerize crowds.

Though it sports a particularly old-school faade, the P1 Mini operates using modern systems familiar to most lighting techs and stage designers. Located on the rear of the unit is a convenient LCD with four tactile buttons for navigating menus to set color, intensity, and other parameters to fit the needs of the production. As the P1 Mini is equipped with the Portman Color Feedback System, the buttons are backlit by RGB LEDs and will indicate a variety of current settings for hands-free monitoring of the light. When operating the fixture at a distance is preferred, a 5-pin XLR input is available for controlling these same settings as well as programmed macros using one's DMX control surfaces; a DMX output also allows for daisy-chaining up to 32 units at once. With the purchase of an optional wireless module from Portman, the P1 Mini may also be operated via WDMX.