Dracast DRDP3LDNRK Plus LED1000 Daylight 3-Light Newsroom Kit with V-Mount and Gold Mount Battery Plates

Outfit a small studio with a powerful and efficient lighting setup by picking up the daylight-balanced Newsroom Plus 3-Light Kit from Dracast. It bundles three LED1000 LED lights with an Elation Professional SDC12 12-channel DMX controller to allow for a remote controlled setup. It also comes with 10’ and 20’ DMX cables and a 5-pin XLR to RJ45 DMX adapter so you can quickly get everything set up. Along with these, the lights come with three 90Wh batteries, a dual battery charger, barn doors, filter frames, and 5-filter sets. Additionally, three light stands and three junior pipe clamps are packed in so you can position your lights as you see fit, and a hard carrying case is included to store and transport it all.

LED1000 Plus Series Daylight LED Light
Expanding on their line of panels, the LED1000 Plus Series Daylight LED Light from Dracast adds a digital display for adjusting output as well as Cat5 DMX input and output for linking and comes with both Gold mount and V-mount battery plates. The light features 1024 LEDs with a high CRI of >95 for excellent color accuracy. Also, this model has a daylight-balanced color temperature of 5600K for matching with natural light and other fixtures.

The lights offer a spot beam angle of 45 as well as dimming from 0-100%. Benefiting operation, it can run off of either a DC source, such as a Gold mount or V-mount battery, or a universal 100-240 VAC adapter. The light is durable as well with an aluminum chassis, frame, and mounting yoke and it only consumes 60W of power. Additionally, it is lightweight at just 5.5 lb and measures 12 x 12 x 2” in size.

Barndoors for LED1000
These Barndoors from Dracast are made for the LED1000, and slide into a slot on the front of the LED light. They are used to control the spread of the light and prevent unwanted light spill and they feature a filter holder.

Filter Frame for LED1000 Light
The Dracast Filter Frame for LED1000 allows the use of Dracast or other brand diffusion, CTO, CTB or effects filters with the fixture. Constructed of lightweight aluminum, the frame drops into the fixture’s accessory channel. It has a frame lock to prevent filter slippage.

Filter Set for LED1000 Light (5-Piece)
The Dracast 5 Filter Set for LED1000 Light contains rigid light modifiers that measure approximately 12 x 12” to match the fixture. Included in the kit are one each: 1/4, 1/2, and Full CTO filters to change the light’s daylight balance to tungsten. A Half White Diffusion and an Opal Frost Diffusion Filter are also included to soften the light’s output.

SDC12 12-Channel Basic DMX Controller
The SDC12 12-Channel Basic DMX Controller by Elation Professional is a 12-channel, portable DMX controller which features 3-pin and 5-pin XLR DMX outputs, a master dimmer fader, and six faders which control channels 1-6 and 7-12. The DMX controller can be powered either by the included 12 VDC power supply or by a standard 9 VDC battery (not included). It can be used as a portable, handheld device or wall mounted for permanent installation.

-12 DMX channel faders.
-Master dimmer fader.
-Portable handheld or wall mountable.
-Powered by external 12 VDC power supply (included) or 9 VDC battery (not included).

90Wh 14.8V Li-Ion V-Mount Battery
The Dracast 90Wh 14.8V Li-Ion V-Mount Battery is a memory-effect-free battery for professional camera systems. It features built-in electronics to protect the battery during charging and use, charger is not included with the battery. The 5-LED battery system provides an indicator that shows you how much capacity the battery has left before it needs to be charged. It incorporates a D-tap power outlet, so you can power accessories directly, instead of through your camera’s electronics. With an operating temperature range of -4 to 122 F, the battery will keep working even in deep cold and extreme heat.
90Wh Li-ion professional mount battery pack does not suffer from memory effect, common to NiCd batteries.

-Fits camera and lighting units with V-Mount battery bracket.
-The built-in LED battery gauge provides you with a clear visual confirmation of the battery’s capacity.
-The built-in D-tap connector allows you to power accessories directly from the battery, protecting your camera’s electronics from potential damage due to power hungry accessories.
-The battery incorporates electronic protection from over-charging, over-discharging, over-current-draw, external short-circuits, and non-equilibrium between its power cells.
-The battery will operate in temperature extremes that are uncomfortable for most people. Please note that as a general rule, battery capacity decreases as the temperature gets colder. Check your owner’s manual for instructions on charging cold or hot batteries.
-An attached rubber cover protects the D-tap connector when not in use.

DR-CH2V Dual V-Mount Battery Charger
The portable DR-CH2V Dual V-Mount Battery Charger from Dracast allows you to simultaneously charge two V-Mount batteries (or a single battery) from 90 to 240 VAC sources. It features a top handle for easy transport and built-in capacity management system to ensure fast charging. The charger will automatically shutdown once the batteries reach their full charge. Additionally, the charger can function as a portable AC to DC power adapter, taking the AC power input and outputting 15 VDC at 4A via a 4-pin XLR connector. The output is only active when no batteries are attached.

DLS-805 Spring-Cushioned Light Stand (6’)
The DLS-805 Spring-Cushioned Light Stand from Dracast extends from 28.5” to 72” and has a load capacity of 13 lb. It folds down to 28.5” for transport, and weighs 3.4 lb. There is a 5/8” stud on top of the stand.

The stand is composed of lightweight aluminum and is anodized to cut down on reflections. It is spring-cushioned to keep lighting fixtures damage-free when lowering. Large knobs are easy to grip and allow for quick, smooth adjustments.

Military-Standard Waterproof Case 10 (Empty)
Military-Standard Waterproof Case 10 (Empty) from SKB is constructed of ultra high-strength polypropylene copolymer resin and sealed against dust and water. The hard outer shell is impact-resistant and features a rubber cushion grip handle, built-in wheels, and a pull handle for easy transport. The case is compatible with TSA latches so you can keep your equipment secure while still conforming to airport security requirements. An automatic ambient pressure equalization valve self-adjusts based on your altitude. The case is resistant to UV, solvents, corrosion, and fungus, making it the best way to ensure maximum protection for your equipment at all times.

-Industrial strength injection molded pull handle
-Four wide set in-line skate style wheels for easy transport
-TSA accepted key locking latches are available
-Padlock holes include stainless steel padlock protector clips
-Waterproof and dust tight design
-Molded-in hinge for added protection
-Trigger release latch system
-Snap-down rubber over-molded cushion grip handle
-Ambient pressure equalization valve
-Resistant to UV, solvents, corrosion, fungus
-Resistant to impact damage
-ATA rated
-Accepts TSA latches

In the Box
x3 LED1000 Plus Daylight LED Lights
x3 90Wh V-Mount Li-Ion Batteries
x1 5-Pin XLR to RJ45 DMX Adapter
x1 Elation SDC12 DMX Controller
x3 CAT5 DMX Cables (x2 14’ x1 20’)
x3 C-Clamps with Baby Pin studs
x1 Dual Battery Charger
x3 Four-Way Barndoors
x3 Filter Frames and Filter Sets
x3 Light Stands
x1 Hard Carrying Case

Technical Specifications

Light Fixture
Beam Angle: 45
Color Temperature: 5600K
Color Accuracy Standard: CRI 95
Cooling System: None
Dimming: Yes, 0 to 100%
Display: None
Housing Material: Aluminum
Number of LEDs: 512
Fixture Dimensions: 12.0 x 12.0 x 2.0" / 305.0 x 305.0 x 51.0 mm
Fixture Weight: 5.5 lb / 2.5 kg (Including Yoke)
Connectors
Battery Plate: 1 x Gold Mount / 1 x V-Mount
DMX Connector: RJ45 Input and Output
Mounting
Yoke Mount: TVMP/ Hex Bolt
Fixture Mount: 5/8" Receiver
Accessory Mount: None
Power
AC Input Power: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
DC Input Power: 12 VDC
Power Source: AC Adapter, External Battery
Max Power Consumption: 30 W
Physical
IP Rating: IP20