Overview

Built for set days

DMX pan/tilt control

Integrates into your existing DMX workflow for cueable, repeatable motion.

Fast rigging

Designed for quick mounting and clean cable runs so you can move from blocking to takes faster.

Quickly mounts on any flypipe, I Beam or grid, the BeamBot XB12 automover saves time on all your lighting set ups

Rental-tough reliability

Stable motion and dependable operationโ€”ideal for multi-day shoots and location work.

BeamBot XB12 Automover DMX pan and tilt system
BeamBot DMX controller
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BeamBot XB12 rigging detail
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Figure 2 BeamBot XB12 detail
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Figure 4 BeamBot XB12 detail
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BeamBot XB12 specification diagram

Control

DMX input with straightforward channel mapping for pan/tilt and common programming parameters. The DMX Channels are adjusted by buttons on the control module. Important, set all channels to non dim, channel one can only operate if channel 2 is off and vice versa, channel 3 can only operate if channel 4 is off. Most Console operators program their board so each fixture has up/down/left/right arrows on screen so they can use the mouse to click on and off each channel

Ch 1 – Tilt Down

Ch 2 – Tilt Up

Ch 3 _ Pan Right

Ch – 4 Pan Left

Use mode button (figure 1) to select DMX and up/down buttons to select starting address. BeamBot uses 4 channels


Mounting

Multiple rigging options for I Beams, truss, or gridโ€”built to keep the head secure and aligned.

Two Swivel burtons are all you need for a fast rig. The unit is 42 inches long and weighs around 20 pounds. Its Junior receiver is rated at 180 lbs.

Step 1 – Rig BeamBot to pipe or Ibeam roller units using two swivel burtons or equivalent. For orientation, “lamp left back” is marked on BeamBot. The control module is on lamp left. (figure 2)

Step 2 – insert the Arri T12 lights junior spud into BeamBots Junior receiver, insert cotter pin, tighten reciever locking bolt located at bottom of receiver. Important note, the cotter pin holes and the BeamBot pan tab on reciever should be centered on the light for proper alignment.

Step 3 – Important, loosen both t handles to unlock yoke so lamp can tilt freely.

Step 4 – Attach lower actuator clamp to yoke mounting plate as shown in figure 2/3


Power & cabling

120 volt AC 2.5 amps regular North American U-ground cord end. 5-Pin DMX in and out (m/f). Each Version % and higher come with built in USB to power your wireless if required (you supply the Wireless)


Operational range

155 degrees of pan and 120 degrees of tilt you can easily smoothly focus your light in seconds for simple motivated light movement.


Specifications

BeamBot XB12 Automover Specs

BeamBot Automovers provide pan and tilt automation, (no flood or spot)

  • Pan Rotation 155 deg
  • Tilt Range +20 deg up to -80 deg down
  • Power input 100 -135 Volts AC / 2.5 Amps
  • Overall length (pipe) 42″ / 1066.8 mm
  • Overall width 12 inch / 304 mm
  • Junior Receiver bottom to top of BeamBot pipe 10 inches / 254 mm
  • Weight approx. 20lbs / 9.1kg
  • DMX 4 Channels
  • DMX 5 pin input / output
  • USB type A + C , 24 watt Fast Charge outlet
  • Exact configuration may vary by rental packageโ€”confirm details when requesting a quote.

Easy Rig Video

An example of the ease in which the BeamBot XB12 can be rigged. Of course we know the grips had to rig the pipe up first, and we didn’t plug in the power for the light, we just wanted to show the simplicity of rigging the BeamBot

FAQ

BeamBot XB12 Automover rental Questions

Quick answers for production teams. If you have a unique rig or control workflow, send us your details and weโ€™ll confirm compatibility.

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