Martin VDO Dotron Single Pixel LED Video Dot
Description
Martin VDO Dotron Single Pixel LED Video Dot
The VDO Dotron is a compact, modular LED pixel engineered for precise visual content integration into studio and performance environments. Its lightweight form factor and field-exchangeable optics make it an exceptionally flexible building block for custom lighting designs and real-time visual production. This pixel delivers calibrated output and seamless integration with Martin's P3 ecosystem, allowing you to mix, match, and reconfigure looks on the fly within your session workflow.
Optical Performance & Recording Flexibility
The VDO Dotron produces 120 lumens per dot with 4000 nits total output at 100 mm center-to-center spacing, delivering punchy brightness for on-camera and multi-camera recording setups. Its 16-bit per color processing ensures smooth color gradation and calibrated consistency across the entire VDO product line, critical for color-accurate recording and post-production grading. Five field-exchangeable optical options—including four diffuser variants and a narrow lens array—provide viewing angles ranging from 22° to 125°, giving you complete control over beam spread and visual framing for your shot composition.
Integration & Production Control
Control this pixel via DMX512-A (8-bit), P3 VideoMapping (16-bit), or hybrid mode toggled in real-time through the P3 System Controller. Combined power and data cabling matches VDO Sceptron and VDO Fatron, streamlining your studio setup and cable management. The 48 VDC input draws only 5 W at maximum intensity, minimizing power infrastructure demands and heat generation in compact studio spaces.
Key Features
- Diameter: 72 mm (2.9 in.); Height: 34 mm (1.4 in.) without optics
- Weight: 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) without diffuser/lens
- Luminous output: 120 lumens per dot (calibrated mode)
- Total output: 4000 nits at 100 mm center-to-center spacing
- Color resolution: 16 bits per color (48 bits per pixel)
- LED refresh rate: 1001 Hz standard mode; 4004 Hz high refresh mode
- Viewing angles: 103° × 103° (open front); 125° × 125° (dome diffuser); 22° × 22° (lens array)
- Power input: 48 VDC ±4%; Total consumption: 5 W maximum
- Control: DMX512-A (8-bit) and P3 VideoMapping (16-bit); RDM-compliant
- 6-pin custom BBD connector (IP66-rated); hot-plug compatible
- IP65 outdoor rating; 50,000-hour minimum LED lifetime (>70% output)
- Field-exchangeable diffusers and lens options for versatile optical configurations
The VDO Dotron excels as a modular, scalable pixel for producers and engineers who demand both creative flexibility and rock-solid technical reliability in professional recording and live-to-tape sessions.
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At a Glance
The VDO Dotron is a versatile LED pixel for studio-based video mapping, live-stream lighting, and creative projection work, delivering 120 lumens per dot with calibrated 16-bit per color processing for smooth gradations and consistent output across mixed setups. Its field-exchangeable optics—five variants with viewing angles from 22° to 125°—let you dial in the exact beam spread and aesthetic you need without swapping hardware, streamlining your workflow for complex lighting designs. Control via DMX512-A or P3 VideoMapping hybrid mode gives you real-time creative flexibility, making it a modular choice for studios scaling from small creative projects to larger installations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What optical options come with the VDO Dotron, and can I swap them in the field?
The VDO Dotron includes five field-exchangeable optical options: four diffuser variants (open front at 103°, dome diffuser at 125°, and two others) plus a narrow lens array at 22°. You can swap these in the field without tools, giving you viewing angles from 22° to 125° depending on your design needs.
How does it integrate with Martin's P3 ecosystem?
The VDO Dotron integrates seamlessly with Martin's P3 ecosystem using combined power and data cabling that matches other VDO products (Sceptron and Fatron). Control is available via DMX512-A (8-bit), P3 VideoMapping (16-bit), or hybrid mode toggled in real-time through the P3 System Controller.
What are the power requirements and output specifications?
It operates on 48 VDC input and draws only 5 W at maximum intensity. Each dot produces 120 lumens in calibrated mode with 4000 nits total output at 100 mm center-to-center spacing, making it suitable for outdoor and arena applications.
Is this suitable for outdoor and touring installations?
Yes—the VDO Dotron carries an IP65 outdoor rating and features a 50,000-hour minimum LED lifespan (>70% output retention), with RDM-compliant hot-plug connectors (IP66-rated) for reliable field swaps. Its lightweight form factor (0.3 kg) and compact 72 mm diameter make it ideal for touring and large-scale mobile installations.
What color resolution and refresh rates does it support?
The VDO Dotron delivers 16-bit per color processing (48 bits per pixel) for smooth color gradation and consistent calibration. It runs at 1001 Hz in standard mode and 4004 Hz in high refresh mode.