With its chassis-integrated diffusion, the Litepanels Astra Bi-Color LED Traveler Trio Kit V-Mountis like having a softbox built into the slim Litepanels Astra profile. The diffusion is designed to all but eliminate the multi-source shadow effect and lend a soft wraparound aesthetic to your subject while covering a larger, less concentrated area of illumination. The Soft Bi-Color is designed and built for professional production, with 25% higher output than the previous version and high color fidelity in its full 3200 to 5600K temperature range. Color and brightness adjustments are stepless throughout their range, and the output is flicker-free at all settings.

The Astra's functions may be adjusted locally using the intuitive built-in controls or operated remotely with one of the optional DMX512 modules, available in XLR 5-pin, RJ45, or wireless formats. Each module provides Master/Replica configuration for the control of single lights, or for multiple light fixtures in a network or daisy chain. In addition, the Astra Bluetooth module provides the same kind of control of single or multiple lights from a portable device, using the free Litepanels Smartlite downloadable app. The accessory modules slide into place on the rear of the Astra panel simply and quickly, with no wiring or complex installation required.

A quiet fan at the rear cools the electronics. It can be turned off during critical scenes, although the light output will be reduced while the fan is inactive. The Astra is ready for worldwide use due to its 100 to 240 VAC power supply, but it can also run on batteries if AC power is unavailable when paired with the separately available V-mount or Gold mount battery plates.

2 x Astra Soft Bi-Color LED Panels    1 x Astra 6X Bi-Color LED Panel    3 x V-Mount Battery Brackets    3 x Nano Light Stands (6.2')    1 x Hard Wheeled Traveler Case

• Premium selected LEDs paired with a diffusion panel for a soft wraparound quality of illumination
• Flexible, modular concept
• Optional communications module allows the brightness, color temperature, and cooling mode to be controlled via DMX, wireless DMX, or Bluetooth
• Optional yoke-mounted Gold mount or V-mount battery plates
• Field replaceable fan module and external power supply
• Modern fixture design
• Easily identifiable and ergonomic manual controls for dimming, color, and power status
• Aluminum I-beam core construction to provide maximum durability and superior thermal management
• Integrated smooth dimming from 0 to 100% with no color shift
• Flicker-free at any frame rate or shutter angle
• Aluminum accessory mounting points and lens/filter rails
• End cap exhaust vents angle downward to direct airflow away from the fixture and help prevent foreign material from entering
• Durable, industry-standard 3-pin XLR locking power connector
• Yoke-mounted power supply and optional battery plates with dual integrated cable guides
• Removable TVMP connector for flexible mounting options
• Two alternate 1/4"-20 mounting points

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I add Snapbag Softboxs, Grids, Cloth Sets, and Barndoors via an adapter for each light in the 2 or 3 light kit will that all fit within the case?

A: I doubt it will all fit. It's pretty tight with the lightstands. You might be able to cut out some foam and make some room though.

Q: 2. What kind of light stands does it come with?

A: The stands are the 8.5' LItePanels 900-3031. They are pretty lightweight aluminum. I would definitely recommend some sandbags if you plan on raising them up very far, but they are sturdy enough for these lightweight LED panels. I purchased the kit back in November and am extremely happy with it. Again, the stands could be sturdier, but you can always upgrade them later if you choose.

Q: 3. How does the weight distribution feel? It looks front heavy. Will it be stable on a smaller stand?

A: The weight on this panel is evenly distributed so that it would not be top heavy. Your best bet is to use a stand which is rated for 7 lbs or heavier. One such stand would be the Matthews Medium Duty Kit Stand with Brake - Black, 7.7' B&H # MALSMBBK. Please see the image below for reference.

Q: 4. What is the total weight of each kit (2-light vs. 3-light)? It is not listed in the specs, but I'd like to know if one or both would incur airline overweight charges.

A: The two light kit weighs approximately 42 lbs.And the three light kit weighs approximately 68 lbs.

Q: 5. has anyone converted the foot-candles into watts? My calculation comes out to 425c = 6.841 Watts, which sounds wrong!

A: I believe its the equivalent to 2K tungsten light.

Q: 6. What is the CRI?

A: The CRI/TLCI is 95

Q: 7. Is this item eligible for return? Does B&H honor returns for equipment sold as a kit?

A: Should you be dissatisfied with an order, you have 30 days from date of purchase to make a return with all of the original materials included. Full details on our return policy can be found at the following link: http://bhpho.to/19fUBwL

Q: 8. What case comes with this set? I saw that the 3-panel kit had the iM2975 but I don't imagine they have the same case.

A: The case included with this kit would be a Pelican iM2750.

Q: 9. Anyone have experience putting these in a SnapBag or Chimera built for them? Curious if the Soft Astra has advantages in a soft box over the regular Astras.

A: I use this one as is, without any softbox, and love it. It gives a far stonger ans softer light than the regular astras.

Q: 10. Which version of the Astra Bi-Color line is this Astra Soft based on, before diffusion, LED power wise? Or is it unique? The E version (Same Power of Original 1x1), the EP version (2x Power of Original 1x1), or the newest unlabeled version that is 4x Power of Original 1x1 version? And why are the specs the lowest, the price the highest, despite the model being the newest? Is that all diffusion? Which is of course needed no matter what...

A: The Astra Soft Bi-Color is using and powering the same LEDs as the unlabeled 4x power Astra 1x1 Bi-Color. Because there is a medium diffusion built in to the front of these LEDs, the light has a wider beam angle (90) in contrast to the the 4x Astra that is throwing the illumination further with a tighter beam angle (45)