Colorlight C5 is a networked LED player designed to run programmed content on an LED display without a dedicated playback computer. It supports up to 1080P HD video material, LEDVISION program editing, and flexible layouts for video, images, text, weather and clock content. This is a discontinued model; contact us to discuss a current replacement for your installation.
What the Colorlight C5 does
- Computer-free playback: create and send programs, then let the embedded Linux player run the display.
- Flexible content layouts: arrange up to two video windows alongside text and picture windows, with position and overlap controls.
- Program updates: load content from a USB drive or manage programs over a wired network.
- Screen management: use compatible PC or mobile terminals for playback and control. An optional brightness sensor can support automatic brightness adjustment.
Colorlight C5 specifications
| Item | C5 specification |
|---|---|
| LED screen resolution | 1280 × 1024 or 1920 × 640 pixels, or an equivalent area |
| Video material | Up to 1080P HD video |
| LED outputs | Two RJ45 outputs to receiving cards (Port A and Port B) |
| Program transfer | USB 2.0 drive or wired network |
| Audio output | 3.5 mm TRS |
| Software | LEDVISION 3.66 or later, per the C5 specification |
| Power | AC 100–240 V, 50 Hz; rated consumption 10 W |
| Dimensions | 315 × 205 × 44 mm |
1080P describes supported video material; the LED canvas limits above describe the configured screen load. Confirm the actual pixel layout before selecting a replacement.
Setup and compatibility notes
The C5 specification lists support for Colorlight receiving cards. Connect Port A and Port B to the receiving-card chain and configure the LED screen in the appropriate software. LAN and wireless terminal control are described for program management; confirm the network arrangement and software version used at your site. Optional sensor-based brightness control requires a compatible external sensor.
Frequently asked questions
Does the C5 need a computer during playback?
No dedicated playback computer is required after programs are prepared and transferred. A computer may still be used for editing, setup and network management.
Can the C5 play 1080P video on any 1080P LED canvas?
No. The C5 documentation lists up to 1080P video support separately from its LED screen resolution of 1280 × 1024 or 1920 × 640 pixels, or an equivalent area.
Is the Colorlight C5 still available?
This listing marks the C5 as discontinued. For a replacement, share your screen resolution, receiving-card model, playback needs and connection layout through our contact page. You can also browse the asynchronous LED control category.
Conclusion
The Colorlight C5 combines networked program management, USB updates and computer-free playback for an LED screen. Match its screen load and receiving-card connections to your installation before choosing a current alternative. Technical details above are based on the archived C5 Networked LED Player specification.
