{"product_id":"baldrick8-v2-diy-pixel-controller-kit","title":"Baldrick8 V2 DIY Pixel Controller Kit | Cosmic 8-Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCosmic 8-Series Baldrick8 V2 DIY Pixel Controller Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together the controller board, enclosure, power supply, wiring, connectors, mounting hardware, and accessories needed to build a complete 8-output pixel controller for xLights\/FPP displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around the updated \u003cstrong\u003eBaldrick8 V2\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit includes the same professional-grade components used in our ready-to-run Cosmic 8-Series controllers while allowing you to handle the enclosure preparation, assembly, and wiring yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaldrick8 V2 8-output pixel controller board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 xConnect pixel outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to 750 RGB pixels per port at 40 FPS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6,000 RGB pixel controller output capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 10\/100 Ethernet ports with onboard network switch\u003c\/strong\u003e for daisy-chained network connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMean Well LRS-350-12 350 W power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoxco P-Series weather-resistant enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo waterproof RJ45 panel connections\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Baldrick8 V2 Ethernet ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting system, wiring, glands, hardware, cable ID clips, and drilling template included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to xLights or FPP?\u003c\/strong\u003e Please review our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/before-you-buy\"\u003eBefore You Buy\u003c\/a\u003e guide before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cosmic 8-Series DIY kit is designed for show builders who want to assemble their own controller without sourcing the board, enclosure, power supply, pigtails, cable glands, wiring, mounts, and installation hardware from multiple vendors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated \u003cstrong\u003eBaldrick8 V2\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a second 10\/100 Ethernet port and onboard network switch, allowing controllers or other network devices to be connected in a daisy-chain configuration. This V2 kit includes \u003cstrong\u003etwo waterproof RJ45 panel connections\u003c\/strong\u003e and an updated enclosure drilling template to support both Ethernet ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included \u003cstrong\u003eMean Well LRS-350-12\u003c\/strong\u003e provides 350 W of installed 12V power supply capacity. The Baldrick8 V2 itself supports up to 6,000 RGB pixels for data output, but actual power requirements depend on pixel type, brightness, cable length, voltage drop, and display layout. Power injection may be required for larger pixel loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBaldrick8 V2 Pixel Control Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 pixel outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 750 RGB pixels per port at 40 FPS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal controller output capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e6,000 RGB pixels\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with common addressable RGB pixels and supported RGBW pixel types, including UCS2904\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually fused outputs using 7.5 A mini blade fuses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 controller-board power inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNetwork \u0026amp; Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 × 10\/100 Ethernet ports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Ethernet switch supports daisy-chained network connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo waterproof RJ45 panel connections included for enclosure installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports \u003cstrong\u003eDDP, Art-Net, E1.31, and sACN\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush from xLights\u003c\/strong\u003e integration with supported xLights versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceives pixel data over the network from xLights, FPP, or other supported control\/playback systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eButton Inputs \u0026amp; Onboard Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 programmable input connections on the Baldrick8 V2 board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Phoenix-style terminal connectors allow user wiring for external buttons, sensors, or other supported triggers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard physical buttons for testing and control functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in test modes and effects generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal button or sensor wiring is not included with the standard kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower \u0026amp; Wiring Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMean Well LRS-350-12\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V \/ 350 W power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 AWG high-temp silicone wire\u003c\/strong\u003e for main DC power distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrimp ferrules and terminals for controller assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSJTW outdoor-rated power cord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePSU terminal safety cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnclosure \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoxco P-Series\u003c\/strong\u003e weather-resistant enclosure with stainless hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 xConnect female pixel-output 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waterproof RJ45 panel connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × M25 IP68 4-hole cable glands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × M16L power-cord cable gland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 16\/3 SJTW outdoor-rated power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePETG mounting plates and brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 AWG silicone power wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrimp ferrules and terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCosmic Cable ID clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePSU terminal cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaldrick8 V2 enclosure drilling template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 mm PETG cable-gland wrench\/socket tool set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eController Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaldrick8 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terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocols\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDDP, Art-Net, E1.31, sACN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003exLights, FPP, and other supported network lighting control systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoxco P-Series weather-resistant enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePixel Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003exConnect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustomer assembly, enclosure drilling, and wiring required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Provide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic hand tools such as screwdrivers, cutters, and hex keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill and appropriate bits or hole saws for enclosure preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerrule and terminal crimping tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultimeter recommended for wiring verification and testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkill Level \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit requires enclosure drilling, component installation, low-voltage DC wiring, and connection of the included AC power components. It is intended for builders who are comfortable performing this work safely and following applicable electrical requirements and best practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a controller that is already assembled, wired, labeled, and tested, choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmiccontrollers.com\/products\/baldrick8-v2-8-port-ready-to-run-pixel-controller\" title=\"Baldrick8 V2 8-Port Ready-to-Run Pixel Controller\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmic 8-Series Baldrick8 V2 Ready-to-Run Pixel Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a DIY controller kit and requires assembly before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Baldrick8 V2 includes two Ethernet ports with an onboard switch for daisy-chained network connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe three programmable input connections are available on the controller board through Phoenix-style terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a pixel controller kit, not an FPP player or show computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 6,000-pixel specification describes controller data capacity and does not mean the included 350 W power supply can power 6,000 pixels in every installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower injection may be required depending on pixel count, brightness, cable length, voltage drop, and display layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you plan to use RGBW pixels or non-standard pixel types, please confirm the pixel IC\/protocol before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Cosmic DIY Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmic DIY kits use the same curated components found in our ready-to-run controllers, giving you a complete foundation for a clean controller build without sourcing the enclosure, power supply, mounting hardware, wiring, glands, pigtails, and accessories separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou handle the assembly while we handle the parts selection and compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cosmic Controllers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50590145249378,"sku":"BAL8V2-DIY","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1972\/8482\/files\/cosmic-controllers-baldrick8-v2-diy-controller-kit.png?v=1791266960","url":"https:\/\/www.cosmiccontrollers.com\/products\/baldrick8-v2-diy-pixel-controller-kit","provider":"Cosmic Controllers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}