Vari-Lite Neo X15 - 100-Universe Lighting Console with 15 x Playback Encoders and 2 x 15.6-inch Touchscreens in Dark Gray Finish

The Vari-Lite Neo X15 is a powerful, high-performance 100-universe lighting console designed to meet the needs of large facilities and complex live events. It is ideal for venues such as stadiums, arenas, concert halls, theaters, and houses of worship, offering extensive flexibility for controlling sophisticated lighting setups. Built on the mature Neo platform, the X15 incorporates over 150 years of combined experience in lighting control, offering a comprehensive feature set for both theatrical and live event lighting applications. With an intuitive interface, powerful hardware, and advanced software, the X15 is equipped to handle even the most demanding lighting control requirements.

At the heart of the Neo X15 is its advanced Neo software, which helps lighting designers quickly achieve the perfect look. The console includes an impressive set of features, including a powerful effects engine that supports pixel mapping, media playback, timelines, and more. With 100 DMX universes and over 50,000 channels, the X15 offers immense scalability and flexibility, allowing users to create large-scale, intricate lighting displays without purchasing additional universe upgrades.

The Neo X15 is equipped with a high-quality hardware layout, which includes two 15.6-inch Full HD anti-glare touchscreens, a 7-inch touch control screen, and 15 multifunctional motorized playbacks with backlit encoders. This allows for seamless control over complex lighting setups with a streamlined, efficient design. In addition, the X15 comes with backlit Cherry MX keys, Bourne faders, and Neutrik connectors, ensuring durability and smooth operation in any environment. The console is designed to be rugged and travel-friendly, with a metal chassis built to withstand the rigors of touring and live events.

For optimal synchronization with audio and video, the X15 offers comprehensive audio support, including XLR outputs, SMPTE, and MIDI control. This enables the console to integrate seamlessly with sound effects, videos, and other media elements, making it ideal for complex productions that require precise timing and coordination. The CITP visualizer protocol support allows for simplified integration with Capture and other visualization platforms, further enhancing the X15's versatility.

The console also features an array of customizable options, including 100 discrete audio triggers, 1,000,000 cues, and the ability to manage up to 10 remote sessions. The Neo X15's software provides extensive tools for users to manage and edit cues, effects, and media, ensuring that lighting designs are implemented with precision and creativity. It also supports offline mobile patch tools, task scheduling, and partitioning for multi-user environments, making it an ideal choice for complex, multi-faceted lighting control needs.

Features

• 100-universe lighting console with over 50,000 channels, perfect for large-scale venues
• Dual 15.6-inch Full HD touchscreens and 7-inch soft-touch control screen for intuitive control
• Advanced Neo software with powerful effects engine, pixel mapping, media playback, and timelines
• 15 multifunctional motorized playbacks with backlit encoders for flexible lighting control
• 100 DMX universes out of the box, no need for additional upgrades
• Comprehensive audio support with XLR outputs, SMPTE, and MIDI for seamless integration with audio and video
• Strong CITP visualizer protocol support for integration with Capture and other visualization platforms
• Backlit Cherry MX keys, Bourne faders, and Neutrik connectors for durability and reliability
• Audio triggers, 1,000,000 cues, and 10,000+ effects, macros, and snapshots for advanced control
• Full tracking and optional non-tracking modes with 7 powerful effect engines
• Customizable curve profiles, color/position paths, and smart encoder tools for precision control
• Supports offline mobile patch tools and task scheduling for multi-user environments
• Rugged, travel-ready design with a metal chassis and premium components for long-lasting performance
• Optimized for integration with third-party systems and extensive connectivity options including USB-C, DMX, Ethernet, and more

Specifications

Electrical

• Operating Voltage: 100-240VAC
• Power Input: 1x Neutrik PowerCON TRUE1
• 12V Outputs (optional gooseneck lights): 2x Neutrik 3-pin XLR

Data

• Included License: 100x Universes (51,200 Channels)
• DMX Out: 4x Neutrik 5-pin XLR
• DMX In: 1x Neutrik 5-pin XLR
• MIDI: In/Out/Thru
• SMPTE: In/Out
• Display Outputs: 2x DisplayPort (4K UHD)
• Gigabit Ethernet: 2x Neutrik etherCON
• Audio: 3x Neutrik 3-pin XLR (Balanced L/R Out, Mono in) and 1x 3.5 mm (1/8") headphone/mic combo mini jack
• USB 3.2: 3x USB-C
• USB 2.0: 2x USB Type-A

Connectivity

• Protocols: DMX512, RDM, Streaming ACN (E1.31), Art-Net, CITP, OSC (Bidirectional), MIDI Notes, Control Change, MSC, MTC, MC (Bidirectional), SMPTE (Bidirectional), Generic RS232, Contact closures (unlimited via network and USB), Vision.Net (Bidirectional), KiNet, Shownet, ChilliNet, iCAN, Pathport, Enttec DMX USB
• Files: USITT ASCII Showfiles, GDTF
• Other: Web Server and MySQL polling, iOS & Android app (incl. Interface Builder and note taking), DMX Recorder and playback, Tracking palettes (live values mapped to incoming data stream)

Certification and Safety

• Conformity: UL 62368-1, IEC 62368-1, CSA C22.2 NO 62368-1, FCC 47CFR 15, ICES-003, EN 55032, CISPR 32

Capacity

• 1,000,000 Cues
• 10,000+ Cue Lists
• 10,000+ Submasters
• 60,000+ Palettes
• 10,000+ Groups
• 10,000+ Effects
• 10,000+ Macros
• 10,000+ Snapshots
• Custom Palette Types
• Customisable Curve Profiles
• Customisable Color and Position Paths
• 1,000,000 Cue notes
• 100 discrete audio (frequency) triggers
• Up to 10 remote sessions

Software Key Features

• Full tracking and optional non tracking
• Tabbed Magic Sheets
• 7 powerful effect (FX) engines
• Pixel Mapping (static images, videos or live input)
• Pixel animator
• Visual timecode editor (for auto cue timings)
• Video and audio playback (incl. cross fading)
• Internal timecode (from media) and timecode generator
• AI Command Line design
• Automatic text to speech playback of cue notes
• Smart encoder helper tools
• Partitioning and multi user
• Offline mobile patch tool
• Dedicated task scheduler

User Interfaces

• Internal Touchscreens: 2x 15.6" (Full HD, Anti-Glare), 1x 7"
• External Touchscreens: 2x 4K UHD (optional)
• Faders: 18x 100mm Motorized Bourns Faders (100 pages)
• Syntax Keys: 152x Cherry MX Keys
• Encoders: 5x Attribute, 1x Intensity, 15x playback, 2x user definable

Physical

• Color: Black & Dark Grey
• Operating Temperature: 32-104°F
• Storage Temperature: -35-95°F
• Humidity: 0-95% non-condensing
• Dimensions: 8.6 x 39.4 x 26.6 inches
• Weight: 96.8 lbs