One Fixture, Many Roles: Integrating the H2 Moving Head Stage Lights in Fixed Installs
How theatres, churches, and corporate venues cover more cues with fewer heads.
Fixed venues need flexible tools. The H2 moving head stage lights deliver true beam & wash from a motorized zoom wash light (4.5–45°) and add a controllable ring/pixel system for identity and transitions. Use CCT 2800–8500K to standardize whites across cameras and presenters; load DMX512 moving head profiles (17/21/29ch) so volunteers run four simple faders—Zoom, CCT, Wash, Ring—while TDs retain full control. For integrators, the H2’s practical 350W max, compact packaging, and consistent channel maps simplify spec, commissioning, and hand-off—backed by bulk supply, OEM/ODM customization, and factory/manufacturer documentation.
On this page
| Section | Jump |
|---|---|
| Design Goals: Coverage vs. Impact | Go to section |
| Zoning with Zoom & CCT | Go to section |
| Quick Defaults (Copy-Ready) | Go to section |
| Ring/Pixel for Transitions & Identity | Go to section |
| Control Profiles & Volunteer Ops | Go to section |
| Wiring & Control (DMX/RDM) | Go to section |
| Commissioning Checklist | Go to section |
| Procurement & Customization | Go to section |
| Mini Case | Go to section |
| Quick Spec Snapshot | Go to section |
| FAQ (Buyer-Oriented) | Go to section |
| Call to Action | Go to section |
One H2 platform, many roles: beam & wash, ring/pixel accents, camera-ready whites.
Design Goals: Coverage vs. Impact
Zone coverage first
Audiences forgive colorful sets, not poor visibility. One H2 moving head wash light per zone keeps faces even and white balance consistent across cameras and LED walls.
Impact on demand
Narrow to 4.5–10° for aerial hits, then open to 30–45° for soft, camera-friendly wash—the classic beam & wash “two roles, one head.”
Zoning with Zoom & CCT
Zoom map that actually works
- 4.5–10°: isolate lecterns, protect screens from spill
- 18–28°: panels, worship bands, small ensembles
- 30–45°: wide comfort for congregations or corporate town halls
CCT playbook (2800–8500K)
- ~5600K = neutral for most cameras and skin tones
- 3200–4000K = warm ambience for ceremonies
- 6000–6500K = cool stages, crisp text on slides/LED walls
Quick Defaults (Copy-Ready)
| Scene | CCT | Zoom | Ring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Lectern | ~5600K | 30–35° | 12–15% |
| Music Cue | 6000–6500K | 8–12° (beam) | 10–12% |
| Warm Service | 3200–4200K | 30–40° | 15–18% |
Ring/Pixel for Transitions & Identity
Ring-only ambience
Treat H2 as an LED ring moving head between cues: 10–20% ring at warm white; heads parked. It reads as a gentle “catchlight” on camera.
Pixel movement that reads on video
Rotate “petals” across the 7-cell engine at verse tempo, or run staggered chases that feel smooth on phones. Keep base wash neutral; let ring/pixel provide motion.
Control Profiles & Volunteer-Friendly Ops
Deploy H2 using DMX512 moving head maps (17/21/29ch). On a volunteer page, expose four faders—Zoom / CCT / Wash / Ring—and four executors: Beam bump, Ring pulse, Pixel petal, Brand macro. Keep an advanced page for TDs.
Wiring & Control (DMX/RDM Basics)
Daisy-chain DMX with proper 120 Ω termination at the last H2; avoid star topologies without opto-splitters. Use RDM to discover/set addresses and confirm pan/tilt ranges. Label universes at patch bays and keep a printed profile card near the console. For networked desks, document Art-Net/sACN routing and fallback to physical DMX for rehearsals.
Commissioning Checklist
- Address & Home — patch IDs, confirm pan/tilt range, set home.
- Presets — Beam 5–8°, Wash 30–35°, CCT 5600K, Ring 15% dual-tone.
- Scenes — Walk-in, Speaker, Panel, Worship Band, Video-Only.
- Showfile — save to desk + USB; lock simple layer; back up to cloud.
- Photometrics — verify lux at lectern/POIs; 10-second phone walk; match LED-wall white.
- Docs — DMX chart, safety, firmware notes, spare kit list from the manufacturer. Download checklist (PDF)
Procurement & Customization (Integrator Notes)
Plan bulk/batch deliveries per install phase. OEM/ODM options include logo etch, asset ID labels, custom finish, and pre-loaded showfiles for your standard console. Our factory/manufacturer support includes DMX charts, exploded diagrams, and a recommended spares kit.
Mini Case: Mid-Size Church, Three Zones
Brief: Center lectern + band riser + congregation fill; two cameras + LED wall.
Solution: Six H2s—two per zone. Lectern at 5600K, 30–35°, band at 18–24°, congregation at 30–40°. Ring at 12–15% for transitions.
Outcome: Fewer fixtures than the mixed rig; faster weekly setup; consistent whites on livestream; volunteers run four faders comfortably.
Solution: Six H2s—two per zone. Lectern at 5600K, 30–35°, band at 18–24°, congregation at 30–40°. Ring at 12–15% for transitions.
Outcome: Fewer fixtures than the mixed rig; faster weekly setup; consistent whites on livestream; volunteers run four faders comfortably.
Quick Spec Snapshot
- Engine: 7×40W RGBW
- Zoom: 4.5–45° (motorized)
- CCT: 2800–8500K (CTO)
- Control: DMX512, sound, stand-alone
- Channel Maps: 17 / 21 / 29 CH
- Max Power: 350W
- LED Life: 50,000 hours
- Use Case: theatres, houses of worship, corporate auditoriums
FAQ – Buyer Questions We Get a Lot
How many heads to start with in a small theatre or church?
Begin with 2–4 H2 for core zones (center lectern + sides). Expand in pairs to add back/side light or specials.
Will the ring glare on camera?
Keep the ring at 10–20%. It behaves like a catchlight and avoids audience glare—great for livestreams.
Can volunteers operate without breaking looks?
Yes. Map Zoom / CCT / Wash / Ring to the main page and lock advanced parameters. The DMX512 moving head profile keeps channel order predictable.
Do you support bulk purchasing or custom finishes?
Yes—bulk/batch orders with OEM/ODM options (logo, finish, labels), plus pre-loaded showfiles. Request factory lead times.
Any special maintenance considerations?
Max 350W per head with LEDs rated 50,000h. Keep a small spare kit (driver/board) per the manufacturer docs; clean optics quarterly in dusty rooms.
Call to Action — Send Your Room, Get a Plan
Need a block plan or throw test? Share room dimensions and camera positions. We’ll return photometric targets, a zone-by-zone layout using the H2 moving head wash light, and a console-ready showfile. Explore our moving head stage lights, learn DMX512 moving head setup, and pick up DMX cables & clamps & safety.
