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deskontroller LITE V3 - Art-Net Pixel Controller 96 Universes
Solid balance of universes, refresh rate and headroom for most professional projects.
32 physical outputs · 96 Art-Net universes · 49,152 channels · up to 16,320 RGB pixels.
For scenic design, architecture, multi-surface installations and mid-to-large projects that require solid total capacity and real room to scale.
In stock · Free 24h shipping · EU built · 5-year warranty.
Where does 96U fit best?
96U is the mid-range choice when each output needs meaningful capacity.
The 96U is a strong choice when the project has moved beyond lighter configurations and needs more universes per output, without yet requiring the higher-density approach of the 128U and above. It is well balanced between physical distribution and per-output capacity, making it a good fit for medium-to-large professional installations.
Technical information and support
This product page helps you choose the right model. If you need configuration details, pixel protocols, wiring guidance, downloads or deeper support content, you can open the full technical documentation on deskontroller.com.
What the 96U is and where it fits best
The deskontroller LITE V3 96U sits at the centre of the range, offering a clear step up from the 64U in both total universes and capacity per output. It is the right model when the project is starting to grow in scale and each output needs to carry a more meaningful load.
With 3 universes per output in normal mode, the 96U provides comfortable headroom for medium-to-large installations without moving into the high-load density of the upper models.
- Medium-to-large installations where 64U capacity is starting to feel limiting
- Projects with a mix of zones or surfaces that need more load per line
- Setups where a balance between distribution flexibility and per-output capacity is the priority
- Professional integrations that need proven headroom without committing to the highest-end models
What this model delivers
In the LITE V3 range, the 96U marks the transition into serious mid-range capacity:
In normal mode, this model works with 3 universes per output. In V1 / clock, it moves to 6 universes per active output, while keeping the same total 96 universes in the controller.
In practical terms, the 96U fits when you need more headroom than the 64U provides but want to keep architecture clean and manageable before stepping up to the higher-density models.
Upgrade later if your project needs more capacity
Start with the model that fits your project today. deskontroller LITE V3 models from 32U to 160U can be upgraded later to a higher-capacity model, up to 192U, by upgrade key and without replacing the hardware.
The upgrade increases the available universes and model capacity. It does not change the physical output layout: the controller keeps the same hardware platform and the same output distribution logic.
The hardware warranty remains linked to the original purchase date of the unit.
How outputs are distributed in a real installation
The deskontroller LITE V3 uses the same physical architecture across the whole range: 8 RJ45 output connectors that, through adapters, let you work with up to 32 physical data lines.
In real-world installations, the logic is straightforward: from the controller you run CAT6 UTP to the adapter, and from there you connect the pixel line or lines depending on the operating mode of that port.
- Up to 100 metres of CAT6 UTP between the deskontroller and the adapter, depending on installation conditions
- Normal mode: up to 4 outputs per RJ45 connector
- V1 or clocked families: 2 active outputs per RJ45 connector
- The physical architecture stays the same across all models; what changes is the number of universes per output
This approach helps distribute the installation more cleanly, avoid unnecessary concentration on each line, and take advantage of one of the key strengths of the system: 32 physical outputs to distribute load with real criteria.
Universes per output in the 96U
On the 96U, the balance between distribution and load starts to shift in favour of capacity. With 3 universes per output in normal mode, each active line can carry a substantially larger load than on the 64U.
| Mode | Active outputs per RJ45 | Universes per output | Approx. capacity per output |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal mode | 4 | 3 universes | ~510 RGB or ~384 RGBW |
| V1 / clock | 2 | 6 universes | ~1,020 RGB or ~768 RGBW |
This model is especially useful when the project needs more than the 64U can provide per line, but does not yet require the concentrated density of the 128U or above.
In normal mode, the adapter delivers 4 outputs using D1, D2, D3 and D4. In V1 or clock mode, it works with 2 active outputs using D1 and D2.
The key idea is simple: the physical architecture does not change; what changes is how many universes each output can carry depending on the model.
Integration with standard software and Web UI
The deskontroller LITE V3 96U is designed to integrate into standard Art-Net workflows without forcing you into proprietary software or drivers.
- Browser-based setup through the unit Web UI
- Standard Art-Net workflow with widely used industry software
- No dependency on a closed software ecosystem
- Useful for integrators, rental, AV, studios and professional projects
If you need to validate the software side, review the setup guides for network interface, target IP, universe range, FPS and patch structure.
Compatible with the LED pixel families commonly used in real projects
The system is compatible with a wide range of LED pixel families used in professional integration, including clockless and clocked options, in both RGB and RGBW configurations.
- Compatible with over 100 IC families
- Support for clockless and clocked signal types
- Works with RGB and RGBW strips or pixels
- LED power supply is independent from the controller
- Protocol family, colour order and RGB/RGBW mode are configured globally on the unit
For compatibility details, IC families and protocol selection criteria, see the dedicated guide on deskontroller.com.
Quick summary
Help refine the choice
If you want to validate this model within the range, check output distribution or plan future capacity, these are the most useful routes.
What changes as you move up the range
The whole range shares the same physical architecture. What changes from one model to another is the total number of universes, the approximate capacity per output and the balance between distribution and load.
| Model | Universes | Max. FPS | Approx. RGB | Approx. RGBW | Normal mode | V1 / clock | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32U | 32 | ~102 | 5,440 | 4,096 | 1 universe/output | 2 universes/output | Highest FPS headroom |
| 64U | 64 | ~80 | 10,880 | 8,192 | 2 universes/output | 4 universes/output | Balanced capacity step |
| 96UCurrent | 96 | ~60 | 16,320 | 12,288 | 3 universes/output | 6 universes/output | Mid-range capacity balance |
| 128U | 128 | ~48 | 21,760 | 16,384 | 4 universes/output | 8 universes/output | Serious capacity for large format |
| 160U | 160 | ~38 | 27,200 | 20,480 | 5 universes/output | 10 universes/output | High capacity for demanding projects |
| 192U | 192 | ~30 | 32,640 | 24,576 | 6 universes/output | 12 universes/output | Maximum capacity in the range |
Art-Net hardware for serious installations, with real support
The deskontroller LITE V3 96U is built for integrators, lighting professionals, rental, AV and studios that need an Art-Net controller that is clear to configure, stable in the installation and easy to document.
It keeps the approach that defines the deskontroller range: 32 physical outputs, Web UI setup, no dedicated software required, European manufacturing and a 5-year warranty.
Trust signals
- Made in Europe
- 5-year warranty on deskontroller products
- Architecture designed to distribute load more cleanly
- Compatible with standard Art-Net workflows
- Documentation and technical support available
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