Pixelhue U5 Compact + P20‑DS (Dante) — Production Package
Powerful, portable event control paired with true 4K60 seamless switching and integrated Dante audio networking. Built for modern live productions—from corporate shows and conferences to tours and immersive exhibitions—this package delivers speed, reliability and end‑to‑end control in a compact footprint.
Why this package
- One operator, total control: Drive multiple switchers and media servers with the U5 Compact while the P20‑DS handles flawless 4K video switching and Dante audio routing.
- Broadcast‑grade results: 4:4:4 10‑bit processing, HDR/HLG conversion, clean transitions, advanced DSK and edge‑blending for premium show quality.
- Networked audio built‑in: Dual‑redundant Dante/AES67 (32×32 @ 48 kHz) on the P20‑DS simplifies FOH/monitor integration and audio embedding/de‑embedding.
- Redundancy, by design: Input/output/device backup, multiview monitoring and optical 10G outputs for long‑distance LED controller links.
What’s included
- Pixelhue U5 Compact Event Controller
Compact, foldable console with 21.5" main touchscreen + 8" smart touchscreen, 87 programmable LCD buttons, 4 encoders, 8 faders, T‑bar, and PixelFlow software.
- Pixelhue P20‑DS Seamless Presentation Switcher (Dante)
FPGA‑based 4K60 switcher with Dante/AES67, 12 inputs (8× HDMI 2.0/DP 1.2 + 4× 12G‑SDI), 8× HDMI 2.0 PGM, 4× 12G‑SDI outputs, AUX HDMI, multiviewer, and 10G optical for long‑run signal distribution.
- Flight cases and standard accessories as per Pixelhue datasheets.
Core capabilities
U5 Compact (Controller)
- Control & UI: 21.5" main + 8" smart touchscreen; 87 programmable LCD buttons; 4 encoders; 8 faders; high‑resolution T‑bar.
- Workflow: Built‑in PixelFlow for devices/screens/layers/presets; simultaneous control of multiple switchers/media servers.
- Sync & integration: Timecode (LTC/MTC), MIDI (send/receive), PTZ camera control, KVM functions.
- Form factor: Foldable, rugged aluminum housing; 740 × 651.4 × 431.6 mm, 24 kg (net).
- Power/noise: AC100–240 V, max 240 W, ~40 dB noise (typical).
P20‑DS (Seamless Switcher with Dante)
- Processing: True 4K60 4:4:4 10‑bit, de‑interlacing, HDR10/HLG conversion.
- Layers & presets: Up to 12 DL layers (2× MAIN + 10× PiP) or 8 DL layers (4× MAIN + 4× PiP); 128 presets; cut/fade, DSK, mask, crop, keyframe, bezel compensation, edge‑blending.
- I/O: 12 inputs (8× HDMI 2.0/DP 1.2 selectable + 4× 12G‑SDI); 8× HDMI 2.0 PGM, 4× 12G‑SDI, AUX HDMI, multiviewer HDMI, 8× 10G optical copy outputs.
- Audio (Dante/AES67): Dual redundant Dante ports, 32×32 channels @ 48 kHz, flexible embed/de‑embed.
- Control: Front‑panel LCD, PixelFlow, U5/U5 Pro, and Stream Deck (Companion).
- Reliability: Input/output/device backups; genlock; HDCP/EDID management.
Typical applications
- Corporate keynotes & multi‑screen conferences
- Touring shows & festivals with networked audio
- LED walls and projection blends across large venues
- Hybrid events needing synchronized media and graphics
