ASTERA NYX BULB

How we use Astera NYX Bulbs on shoots in London

At Camaleon Cinema Services, we use Astera NYX Bulbs to solve multiple professional LED lighting situations where a small, controllable light source visible in camera is needed:

• Film and Fiction: Table lamps, sconces, lanterns and set fixtures that must change colour or intensity during the scene.
• TV Series and Shows: Set elements that provide ambient colour and reinforce art direction without the need to modify the electrical installation.
• Music Videos and Commercials: Creative RGB bulbs that react with effects, chases and colour changes synchronised with music or visual rhythm.
• Theatre and Performances: Integration into stage lamps, chandeliers and props, maintaining centralised control from a console.
• Corporate Events and Stands: Decorative lighting in hanging lamps, tables and corners, consistent with brand identity.
• Photography and Stills: Points of light integrated into props, with fine control over colour temperature and green/magenta tint.

Our technical team advises you on combining NYX with other products from the Astera range and the rest of our audiovisual equipment for hire (cameras, lenses, grip, sound, etc.).

Powering Astera NYX Bulbs: AC, DC and Autonomy

• Astera NYX Bulb Hire - AC Power: The NYX bulb can be screwed into and powered by standard lamp holders (E26/E27/BC) like any other domestic bulb, taking advantage of the location's existing installation without the need for rewiring.
• Astera NYX Bulb - DC Power: In addition to mains power, it incorporates a 5–18 V DC connector that allows the bulb to be used when AC power is not available. The Astera PowerStation or a standard power bank can power a bulb for several hours, and a D-tap adapter cable also exists for V-lock batteries.
• Power up to 8 NYX Bulbs: With a single 14.4 V V-lock battery with D-tap output, you can power up to 8 NYX bulbs using a 1.5m splitter cable that allows for separating and placing the bulbs in different lamps or points on the set. By adjusting the power level, you can prolong operation time according to the shoot's needs.

Astera NYX Bulb Accessories: CupBouncer and PowerStation

• CupBouncer for NYX Bulb: An ingenious tool from Astera that attaches to the bulb housing via a suction cup. It allows for controlling and softening the light beam, bouncing it towards the base to achieve uniform lighting in light balls, lampshades and other modifiers. It integrates perfectly with our LED panels and film lighting hire catalogue.
• Astera PowerStation: By connecting the integrated cable to the NYX bulb's DC connector, the PowerStation powers the bulb and acts as a remote display. From it, you can configure DMX addresses and modes, adjust colour, effects, brightness and other parameters that the bulb will store in memory and continue to show when moved to an AC lamp holder or power bank. In addition to its rear magnets, it features an airline track rail for mounting accessories like TrackPin and Single Stud Ring.

By combining NYX bulbs, CupBouncer, PowerStation and specific mounts, it is possible to design very flexible setups that integrate with the rest of our Astera Hire products.

Astera NYX Bulb Technical Specifications

For more lighting options, also check our LED lighting catalogue and the rest of the products in Astera Hire.

Astera NYX Bulb within the Astera range (Titan, Helios, Hyperion)

The Astera NYX Bulbs are part of the renowned wireless lighting range from Astera, which includes Titan Tube, Helios Tube and Hyperion Tube. They all share the same philosophy:

• Calibrated Precise Colour (TruColor) and High Colour Rendering for professional camera work.
• Unified Control: AsteraApp, CRMX, DMX, UHF and Bluetooth in a coherent ecosystem.
• Robust and Portable Design: Built for intensive shoots, tours and live events.
• Effects and Profiles Compatibility: All fixtures share effect logic, programmes and working modes.

This allows for combining NYX Bulb with Titan, Helios or Hyperion tubes on the same set, achieving coherent lighting that is easily controllable from a single interface.

Areas where we provide Astera NYX Bulb hire

We offer Astera NYX Bulb hire in London and across the UK, with the possibility of delivery and shipping to other points:

• London and surroundings, including shoots in studios and urban locations.
• Main production hubs across the UK, in combination with studio hire (available in Madrid and other locations).
• International projects in Spain and Portugal, coordinated with Camaleon's other branches and our audiovisual equipment hire service.

We can also advise you on integrating NYX Bulbs into shoots combined with film camera hire, lenses and grip accessories.

How to hire Astera NYX Bulbs (Step by Step)

1. Initial Consultation: Tell us how many NYX bulbs you need, which lamps you will use and if you require CupBouncer, PowerStation or V-lock batteries.
2. Quote: We prepare a proposal with NYX kits, accessories and control options (AsteraApp, CRMX, etc.).
3. Booking: You confirm the quote and we block the equipment in our facilities.
4. Preparation: We configure the bulbs, check firmware, profiles and accessories so they arrive ready to shoot.
5. Collection or Delivery: You can collect from our warehouse or coordinate a delivery to your studio or location.
6. Support during the Shoot: Technical advice on control, integration with other Astera Hire equipment and resolving any doubts.
7. Return: Review of the kit and closing of the hire with a quick report for your production.

If needed, we can complement the NYX pack with LED panels, HMI, Fresnel spotlights and other film and television lighting systems.