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HIVE LIGHTING Hornet 200-CX Omni-Color Open Face LED Light

BH #HIWLS2CX • MFR #HIVE-HLS2CX
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HIVE LIGHTING Hornet 200-CX Omni-Color Open Face LED Light
Key Features
  • Open Box Products Have a Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
  • 180° Beam Spread, CRI: 98, TLCI: 97
  • Color Temperature: 1650-8000K
  • Flicker-Free 7-Chip Omni-Color LED
The impressively powerful Hornet 200-CX Omni-Color Open-Face LED Light by Hive Lighting packs a lot of power and versatility into a compact package that can be used in places traditional lights just can't fit. Its compact 8 x 4" form factor is compatible with a wide variety of mounting options and light modifiers, but still manages to put billions of available color combinations at your fingertips with the use of the SHOT app. Instead of the traditional three colors, Hive uses red, amber, lime, cyan, green, blue, and sapphire on its 7-chip array for nearly infinite color combinations and a high CRI/TLCI rating of 98 and 97. Color temperature can be adjusted from a very warm amber 1650K to an icy blue 8000K. Add 360-degree hue adjustment around the color wheel as well as 0-100% saturation control, plus Hive's library of sources matching real life light sources and corrective gels, and animated lighting effects.
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HIVE LIGHTING Wasp 200-CX Overview

The impressively powerful Hornet 200-CX Omni-Color Open-Face LED Light by Hive Lighting packs a lot of power and versatility into a compact package that can be used in places traditional lights just can't fit. Its compact 8 x 4" form factor is compatible with a wide variety of mounting options and light modifiers, but still manages to put billions of available color combinations at your fingertips with the use of the SHOT app. Instead of the traditional three colors, Hive uses red, amber, lime, cyan, green, blue, and sapphire on its 7-chip array for nearly infinite color combinations and a high CRI/TLCI rating of 98 and 97. Color temperature can be adjusted from a very warm amber 1650K to an icy blue 8000K. Add 360-degree hue adjustment around the color wheel as well as 0-100% saturation control, plus Hive's library of sources matching real life light sources and corrective gels, and animated lighting effects.

7-Chip Omni-Color LED
The Hive proprietary 7-chip color array uses a combination of secondary and tertiary colored LEDs to create a more complete and even spectrum than traditional RGBW. A proprietary algorithm combines multiple different colors into a brilliant white-balanced light. Quickly access the entire color temperature with accurate full-spectrum tones.
Billions of Saturated Color Combinations
Match any source in the world with a wide gamut of color options. Full hue and saturation controls give you the ultimate ability to create an immersive lighting experience.
Custom White-Light Curve Profiles
Adjust for different shooting situations by using white-light curve profiles engineered for different camera sensors to make sure color rendering is as accurate as possible.
Free Hive SHOT App and Extended Bluetooth Connection
Combining the versatility of the Hive 7-chip display with the SHOT App gives you access to billions of colors and effects. The SHOT app is free to download from the Apple App Store and from Google Play and gives you the ability to lights control lights individually or grouped together to create limitless lighting possibilities. Access over 100 preset sources, gels, and animated lighting effects, and even build your own custom lighting palettes. The powerful, built-in extended Bluetooth technology expands remote range to 100 feet.
Huge Selection of Available Light Modifiers
With bayonet mounts on the lamp face and Profoto-style accessory compatibility, easily move between a wide variety of light modifiers including reflectors, Fresnels, soft boxes, beauty dishes, and more.
UPC: 850011439692

HIVE LIGHTING Wasp 200-CX Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
1x LED Flood Light / Monolight
Included Storage Case
No
Photometrics
180° at 5600K:
251 fc / 2709 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m*
27 fc / 301 Lux at 9.8' / 3 m

*Standardized Measurement Calculated Internally Based on Closest Distance
Color Temperature
1650 to 8000K
Color Modes
RGB, Daylight, Tungsten
Color Accuracy Standard
CRI 98
TLCI 97
Dimming
App-Controlled / DMX
 • 0 to 100%
Front Accessory Mount
Profoto
Hive Lighting LED
Wireless Remote Control Type
Bluetooth
Power Source
AC to DC Adapter (Included)
AC Input Power
100 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
DC Input Power
24 VDC
Power Consumption
150 W
Fixture Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
1x 5/8" Receiver (Via Stand Adapter)
Light Fixture
Item Type
1x LED Flood Light / Monolight
Included Storage Case
No
Lumens
12,000
Photometrics
180° at 5600K:
251 fc / 2709 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m*
27 fc / 301 Lux at 9.8' / 3 m

*Standardized Measurement Calculated Internally Based on Closest Distance
Color Temperature
1650 to 8000K
Color Modes
RGB, Daylight, Tungsten
Color Accuracy Standard
CRI 98
TLCI 97
Dimming
App-Controlled / DMX
 • 0 to 100%
Cooling System
Fan
Beam Angle
180°
Built-In Flash
No
Umbrella Mount
No
Front Accessory Mount
Profoto
Hive Lighting LED
Connectivity
Wireless Remote Control Type
Bluetooth
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Hive Antenna
Wireless Range
100' / 30.5 m
Max DMX Control Channels
4
Power & I/O
Power Source
AC to DC Adapter (Included)
Inputs/Outputs
1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Input
1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Output
1x Unspecified 4-Pin Power Input
2x Barrel / Coax Antenna Input
AC Input Power
100 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
DC Input Power
24 VDC
Included Adapter / Cable
1x USA Type-A/B Plug to Unspecified 4-Pin AC to DC Adapter
Inline Switch
No
Power Pass-Thru
No
Power Consumption
150 W
Mounting
Fixture Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
1x 5/8" Receiver (Via Stand Adapter)
Environmental
Environmental Protection
No
Operating Temperature
-22 to 158°F / -30 to 70°C
General
Display
No
Certifications
BSMI, CB, CCC, CE, EAC, GS, PSE, RCM, TUV, UL
Materials
Aluminum
Dimensions
6.9 x 2.8 x 1.4" / 17.5 x 7.2 x 3.5 cm (Power Supply/Controller)
8.7 x 3.9" / 22.2 x 10 cm (Fixture)
Weight
2.2 lb / 1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.245 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.1 x 8.5 x 8.3"

HIVE LIGHTING Wasp 200-CX Reviews

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I see no dials or display on the back of the ...

I see no dials or display on the back of the light in the photo. Is this only controllable through the app?
Asked by: Brett
This light is either controller via smartphone or using a DMX controller.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-09-01

How is the noise level? Does it seem to affect ...

How is the noise level? Does it seem to affect the audio recording?
Asked by: AKIRA
No detectable noise on mine
Answered by: James
Date published: 2023-10-16

I read on the Hive website that you need a ...

I read on the Hive website that you need a battery regulator to power off battery, but they don't seem to sell one, so how can you power this from say one 26V V-mount battery?
Asked by: Richard
You will need an in line voltage regulator , B & H # HIHLS2CXBCVR
Answered by: Shalom
Date published: 2020-08-20

How bright is it compared to an aputure 300d?

How bright is it compared to an aputure 300d?
Asked by: Ramon
Aputure 300d with Hyper reflector: 3500 Lux at 3m. Hive 200c with Super Spot reflector: 3229 Lux at 3m.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2022-02-07
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