Colorlight X8 LED Video Controller – 8 Outputs, 5MP
$ 980.00
Colorlight X8 provides eight Gigabit Ethernet outputs and up to 5 million-pixel loading. Four DVI inputs, two 3G-SDI inputs, five image layers and 16 presets support live-source LED wall layouts.
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Colorlight X8 LED display controller
The Colorlight X8 is an LED video controller with eight Gigabit Ethernet outputs and a published loading capacity of 5 million pixels. Its four DVI and two SDI inputs, scaling and five-layer layout make it an option for AV integrators connecting live video sources to an LED wall.
This page covers the original X8 configuration documented below. Before ordering a replacement, compare the model label, rear-panel connectors and receiving-card configuration with your existing system. A similar model name does not establish interchangeable hardware or firmware.
Colorlight X8 specifications
| LED outputs | 8 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports; up to 5 million pixels total |
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| Maximum screen dimensions | Up to 8192 pixels in width or height; total loading capacity still applies |
| DVI inputs | 4; supports 1920 × 1200 at 60 Hz and 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz, with HDCP |
| SDI inputs | 2; 3G-SDI standard, supporting 1920 × 1080p |
| Image layout | Up to 5 layers; adjustable position and size; 16 preset modes |
| Control and synchronization | LAN, USB IN, USB OUT, Genlock input and Genlock loop output |
| Chassis and power | 2U enclosure; AC 100–240 V input; rated power consumption 60 W |
| Operating temperature | −20 to 60°C (−4 to 140°F) |
| Weight | 6.9 kg |
Source: X8 Controller Specification PDF, V1.0, August 27, 2018. These are reference specifications for that revision. Ask EagerLED to confirm the supplied unit and firmware against your project requirements.
Check the LED canvas and source format separately
The output pixel budget and input resolution describe different parts of the system. For example, a 3840 × 1080 LED canvas contains 4,147,200 pixels, below the published 5-million-pixel total. That calculation alone does not confirm a working configuration: output allocation, cabinet wiring, receiving-card load and source arrangement also need checking.
The 8192-pixel width or height figure is an independent dimension limit. It does not mean the X8 can drive an 8192 × 8192 screen. Likewise, a large output canvas does not make the controller a native 4K-input device; the referenced specification lists inputs up to 1920 × 1200 at 60 Hz.
Rear-panel connections and installation planning
Plan the video source, LED outputs and control connections before installation. Keep a cabinet-to-port map and a copy of the screen configuration. For a replacement project, record the existing receiving-card models and firmware before disconnecting equipment. Browse our LED receiving cards when reviewing the complete system.
Colorlight X8 frequently asked questions
Does the X8 have native HDMI input sockets?
The documented panel has DVI and SDI video inputs. Although the specification refers to HDMI 1.4 compatibility for DVI, it does not list a separate HDMI input socket. If your source uses HDMI, have the cable or adapter arrangement and source format checked before ordering.
Can USB play video files directly?
The specification assigns USB IN to PC configuration and USB OUT to cascading controllers. It does not identify USB as a media-playback input. For stored-content playback, confirm a suitable video source or review our LED media players.
Are the LAN connector and eight LED output ports interchangeable?
No. LAN is the network-control connection; Port 1–8 carry the LED output data. Follow the panel labels and approved wiring plan. Connecting the correct cable to the wrong role can leave the display or control software unable to communicate.
What should be checked for Genlock or fiber transmission?
The X8 specification lists Genlock input and loop output, plus compatibility with Colorlight optical fiber transceivers. This does not establish that a transceiver is included or that an arbitrary accessory will work. Provide the synchronization source and transmission distance so the required equipment can be verified.
Get a Colorlight X8 configuration check
Request a Colorlight X8 quotation and configuration review. Send the screen resolution in pixels, cabinet arrangement, receiving-card models, source connectors and formats, required layer layout, quantity and delivery destination. Include any Genlock, cascading or long-distance transmission requirements.
Ask sales to confirm the supplied revision, accessory list, availability, freight and delivery estimate for your order. You can also compare other LED video controllers if your project requires different inputs or loading capacity.
| Weight | 11 kg |
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