Autopilot PX2 Advanced Lighting Controller

Precision Photoperiod Control of 512 Fixtures in Two Independent Zones

Managing lighting schedules across dozens or hundreds of fixtures in multiple zones from separate timers and controllers creates opportunities for drift, error, and inconsistency. The Autopilot PX2 centralizes photoperiod control of up to 512 fixtures into a single controller with two independently programmed zones.

Zone A and Zone B can be programmed with different photoperiod schedules — allowing separate control of a vegetative room and a flowering room, or two independently timed sections of a large facility, from a single centralized location. Each zone controls up to 256 digital HID fixtures, with analog fixture support up to 100 per zone.

The PX2 is designed for use with Phantom and Core HID fixtures and PHOTOBIO LED fixtures — the digital fixture ecosystem for which Autopilot controllers are the reference platform.

Key Features & Benefits

• Controls up to 512 fixtures — 256 digital HID fixtures per zone across two independently controlled zones — 512 total from a single controller.
• Two independent zones — Zone A and Zone B can run different photoperiod schedules, allowing separate control of multiple rooms or production stages from one location.
• Compatible with Phantom, Core HID, and PHOTOBIO LED — confirmed compatibility with the primary digital fixture lines supported by the Autopilot controller platform.
• 100 analog fixture support — controls up to 100 analog (0–10V) fixtures per zone in addition to digital HID support.
• Centralized photoperiod management — one controller location manages the full facility's lighting schedule, reducing the risk of timer drift or inconsistency across zones.
• Pairs with APBC1001 for analog controller integration — use the APBC1001 Analog-to-Digital Conversion Module to integrate analog environmental controller outputs with the PX2's digital fixture ecosystem.

Who Should Use the Autopilot PX2 Advanced Lighting Controller

Commercial and large-scale indoor growers running Phantom, Core HID, or PHOTOBIO LED fixtures who want centralized photoperiod control of up to 512 fixtures in two independently scheduled zones from a single controller location.

Zone Configuration and Fixture Limits

The PX2 supports two independently controlled zones, each with its own photoperiod schedule. Each zone handles up to 256 digital HID fixtures or up to 100 analog fixtures — not both simultaneously at full capacity. Plan fixture assignments before installation to confirm zone capacity is not exceeded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which specific fixtures is the PX2 compatible with?

The PX2 is confirmed compatible with Phantom HID fixtures, Core HID fixtures, and PHOTOBIO LED fixtures in the Autopilot digital lighting ecosystem. Confirm compatibility for any fixture not on this list before purchasing.

Can the two zones run different on/off schedules?

Yes — Zone A and Zone B are independently programmed, allowing different photoperiod schedules for two rooms or two production stages (e.g., veg and flower) from one controller.

How does the PX2 differ from the APBC1001 module?

The PX2 is a full photoperiod lighting controller that manages on/off scheduling for up to 512 fixtures. The APBC1001 is a signal conversion module that translates analog control signals from a separate environmental controller into the RS-485 digital format that the fixture ecosystem uses — it does not function as a standalone controller.

Does the PX2 support dimming control as well as on/off?

The PX2 provides precision photoperiod (on/off timing) control. For 0–10V dimming integration via an analog environmental controller, use the APBC1001 Analog-to-Digital Conversion Module alongside compatible dimming-capable fixtures.