Prolights AetherBox

Overview

The Prolights AETHERBOX is a robust, IP65-rated CRMX wireless DMX transceiver designed for professional lighting control in demanding production environments. It delivers reliable single-universe wireless DMX/RDM transmission and supports multiple industry-standard protocols, making it suitable for film, broadcast, theatre, and live event applications.

Built for flexibility, the AETHERBOX can operate as either a transmitter or receiver, allowing seamless integration into both fixed and mobile lighting setups. Its rugged die-cast aluminium construction ensures durability, while the IP65 rating provides protection against dust and water ingress for use in challenging indoor and temporary outdoor conditions.

With support for CRMX, DMX512, RDM, ArtNet, sACN, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, it offers wide compatibility across modern lighting ecosystems. Multiple mounting options and network connectivity make it easy to deploy in a variety of rigging scenarios, from truss installations to rack-mounted systems.

Key Features
• IP65-rated enclosure for indoor and temporary outdoor use
• Single universe CRMX wireless DMX/RDM transceiver
• Switchable transmitter (TX) and receiver (RX) modes
• Compatible with CRMX, CRMX2 (RX only), G3, G4S, and W-DMX systems
• Supports DMX512 and RDM communication protocols
• Integrated support for ArtNet and sACN network protocols
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for flexible configuration
• Rugged die-cast aluminium housing for professional use
• Multiple mounting options including truss, rack, and threaded mounts
• Built-in display with encoder for fast configuration and control
• Designed for film, TV, theatre, and live event lighting workflows

Specifications
• DMX universes: 1
• Wireless protocol: CRMX / CRMX2 (RX only) / G3 / G4S / W-DMX
• Control protocols: DMX512, RDM, ArtNet, sACN
• Wireless range: approx. 80 m (line of sight, with antenna)
• Protection rating: IP65
• Housing: Die-cast aluminium
• Power input: 100–240V AC (Seetronic powerCON TRUE1)
• Connectivity: XLR 5-pin DMX in/out, Ethernet
• Control interface: OLED display with encoder
• Mounting options: M10, ⅜”, camlock, truss and rack mounting compatibility
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +45°C
• Weight: approx. 1.8 kg

What’s in the Box
• Prolights AETHERBOX CRMX Wireless DMX Transceiver unit
• Antenna
• Power cable (Seetronic powerCON TRUE1 compatible)
• Mounting accessories (basic hardware, as supplied by manufacturer)
• User manual / quick start guide

Why we stock it

Hand-picked for its build quality, service backup, and on-set reliability. Talk to our team for kit-list recommendations.

Technical specifications

Detailed specifications available on request.

Need help speccing this?

Our team has rigged, gaffed, and shot with this fixture. Tell us about the production and we'll talk through the modifier set and accessory list.

Local support, in-house workshop

Every fixture we sell is backed by a 24-month warranty, fully serviced from our Johannesburg workshop. We stock genuine spares and can usually return a unit to service within 5 working days of intake.

Our technical team has run the original manufacturer training courses in South Africa — if you need help configuring DMX, integrating with a CRMX system, or troubleshooting on location, we're a phone call away.

Need it on a job tomorrow?

We hold flagship cinema fixtures in walk-in stock. Order before 11:00 for same-day Johannesburg dispatch — or come collect from our showroom in person.