Join the scores of broadcast studios, news crews, gaffers and independent film-makers all using the Astra’s LED technology to get the results they need
Years of experience, user feedback and innovation all went in to developing the next generation Astra family. But that’s not it – we’ve also drastically reduced the price.
The Astra is being used in studios and on location shoots worldwide. Its modular design means it can be battery-operated, (Gold Mount or V-Mount) – perfect where power is uncertain but where quality can’t be sacrificed.
Key features
High performance LEDs with custom paired optics
Ultra-smooth dimming from 100% to 0
No noticeable color shift throughout the entire range
Flicker-free at any frame rate or shutter angle
Full spectrum quality soft light, with visually accurate color temperature
Controlled current and thermal management for long LED life
The widest variety of LED fixtures available, with flexible AC or DC power options
Efficient power management delivers low power consumption and enhanced reliability
Output is more powerful than the original 1x1 LED panels
Engineered and designed in Los Angeles, CA
Up to 155 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 meters
Up to 291 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 meters
Up to 538 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Comparable output of a 500W softlight
Comparable output of a 1000W softlight
Comparable output of a 2000W softlight
Max power draw of 30W
Max power draw of 55W
Max power draw of 110W
Completely silent passive cooling mode
Completely silent passive cooling mode
Intelligent thermal management system: passive or active cooling
Available in Daylight and Bi-Color
Available in Daylight and Bi-Color
Available in Tungsten, Daylight and Bi-Color
Up to 291 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Comparable output of a 1000W softlight
Max power draw of 55W
Completely silent passive cooling mode
Available in Daylight and Bi-Color
Up to 538 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Comparable output of a 2000W softlight
Max power draw of 110W
Intelligent thermal management system: passive or active cooling
Available in Tungsten, Daylight and Bi-Color
Up to 155 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 meters
Up to 291 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 meters
Up to 538 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Comparable output of a 500W softlight
Comparable output of a 1000W softlight
Comparable output of a 2000W softlight
Max power draw of 30W
Max power draw of 55W
Max power draw of 110W
Completely silent passive cooling mode
Completely silent passive cooling mode
Intelligent thermal management system: passive or active cooling
Available in Daylight and Bi-Color
Available in Daylight and Bi-Color
Available in Tungsten, Daylight and Bi-Color
Up to 291 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Comparable output of a 1000W softlight
Max power draw of 55W
Completely silent passive cooling mode
Available in Daylight and Bi-Color
Up to 538 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Comparable output of a 2000W softlight
Max power draw of 110W
Intelligent thermal management system: passive or active cooling
Available in Tungsten, Daylight and Bi-Color
Up to 538 footcandles at 5 feet / 1.5 metres
Comparable output of a 2000W softlight
Output is comparable with the original 1x1 LED panel
Max power draw of 110W
Intelligent thermal management system: passive or active cooling
Available in Tungsten, Daylight and Bi-Color
Daylight
Tungsten
accessories that adapt to your current set-up
Bluetooth module
Wirelessly control the Astra via the Litepanels SmartLite app. It’s a convenient way to simultaneously control the color temperature and brightness of more than 10 lights with an Apple device.
5-pin XLR communications module
Connect your lights to a traditional DMX board. Features male and female 5-Pin XLR connections with a termination switch, allowing fixtures to be controlled individually or together once daisy-chained.
RJ45 communications module
Perfect for long runs where traditional XLR cabling can get expensive. The RJ45 communications module features two ports for daisy chain ability and a user friendly LED back lit screen.
| Sector | Lightness | Chroma | Hue |
| R | + | 0 | 0 |
| R/Y | 0 | 0 | - |
| Y | 0 | 0 | - |
| Y/G | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| G | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| G/C | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C/B | 0 | 0 | - - |
| B | 0 | - | - |
| B/M | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| M | + | 0 | 0 |
| M/R | + | 0 | 0 |
| Sector | Lightness | Chroma | Hue |
| R | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| R/Y | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Y | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Y/G | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| G | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| G/C | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C/B | 0 | 0 | - |
| B | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| B/M | 0 | 0 | + |
| M | 0 | + | 0 |
| M/R | + | 0 | 0 |
The full spectrum quality of light from the Astra is perfect for lighting talent – you’ll get accurate skin tones and a soft light so that your subject remains comfortable.
The ability to dial the intensity anywhere from 100% to 0 allows you to remain flexible regardless of complexion or depth – a perfect complement to today’s light-sensitive cameras.
How the pros are using Astra
Cine car rigs
Sports: post-game interviews
ENG crews: breaking news coverage
Green screen filming and broadcast news productions
Standard 3 point interview lighting
Stills photography
Dive into a world of pro cinematographers, videographers, YouTubers, documentary makers and loads more – all using Litepanels to get the job done.
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