Baldrick Input8 – Interactive Controller (Cosmic Interact Series)
The Cosmic Interact Series transforms the powerful Baldrick Input8 board into a fully prebuilt, ready-to-run interactive controller — engineered for immersive displays, arcade-style triggers, and synchronized lighting experiences. Designed for professionals and creators who want real-time, event-driven lighting effects, this compact system delivers plug-and-play simplicity with the rugged durability Cosmic Controllers is known for.
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Product Overview
The Cosmic Interact Series – Interactive Controller is a fully assembled, ready-to-run interactive input controller built on the Baldrick Input8 board. Designed for interactive exhibits, illuminated arcade-style triggers, and holiday displays, it bridges user input with real-time pixel effects — all inside a UV-resistant outdoor enclosure that’s professionally wired, labeled, and ready to run.
- Baldrick Input8 controller board
- Mean Well LRS-150-12 Power Supply (12V / 150W)
- Boxco P-Series UV-stabilized outdoor enclosure
- 8 Turniput™ inputs (2 functions each = 16 total actions) with lamp power control — ideal for illuminated buttons or sensors with status LEDs
- 2 pixel ports – up to 750 pixels per port @ 40 FPS
- Dual 100 Mb Ethernet ports – connect to your show network and daisy-chain another controller (e.g., Baldrick17)
- RTC battery – maintains accurate time for scheduling effects even without Internet
- xConnect waterproof pigtails pre-installed
Key Features
Interactive Input Control
The Baldrick Input8 includes eight Turniput™ ports to attach external triggers like buttons, beam breaks, or motion sensors. Each input supports both press and hold actions, allowing up to 16 unique triggers.
Available Actions
- FPP Integration – control FPP instances: change volume, play songs or playlists, or call FPP API directly
- Toggle Test Mode – enable test modes at a specific brightness for prop testing
- BaldrickSwitchy Control – toggle BaldrickSwitchy ports for effects like snow or bubble machines
- BaldrickDMX Presets – trigger predefined DMX scenes or movements
- HTTP URL Calls – trigger external web APIs or custom systems
- Do Nothing – easily disable an input when not needed
Pixel Output Capability
- 2 pixel outputs – up to 750 pixels per port @ 40 FPS
- Supports WS281x and RGBW pixel types
- Individually fused outputs with LED fault indicators
Power Management
- High-efficiency Mean Well LRS-150-12 PSU (12 V DC / 150 W)
- 10 AWG high-temp silicone wiring for safe, reliable current delivery
- Dedicated 12 V DC feed for Turniput Lamp Power — supports separate voltage control for illuminated buttons or indicator lamps
Connectivity & Integration
- Dual 10/100 Ethernet Ports – network in + out for easy daisy-chaining
- Supports DDP, Art-Net, E1.31, and sACN protocols
- Direct xLights integration (configuration push supported)
- No Raspberry Pi or license required for operation
Enclosure Design
- UV-resistant Boxco P-Series enclosure with stainless hardware
- IP68 waterproof cable glands for clean, sealed routing
- SJTW outdoor-rated power cord for rugged performance
Included Accessories
- Cosmic Cable ID Clips for port labeling
- Plastic End Caps (Male Plug) for unused xConnect pigtails
- Waterproof RJ45 couplers
- PSU terminal cover
- Turniput port pinout plugs
Technical Specifications
| Controller Board | Baldrick Input8 |
| Interactive Inputs | 8 × Turniput™ inputs (press + hold) → 16 total functions |
| Pixel Outputs | 2 ports, up to 750 pixels per port @ 40 FPS |
| Ethernet | Dual 100 Mb LAN ports (network in/out for daisy-chaining) |
| Real-Time Clock | Onboard RTC battery for timekeeping and scheduled effects |
| Power Supply | Mean Well LRS-150-12 (12 V DC / 150 W) |
| Enclosure | UV-resistant Boxco P-Series with sealed cable glands (weather-resistant; not submersible) |
| Connectors | Waterproof locking pigtails – xConnect (default); Ray Wu / HC available on request |
| Compatibility | xLights and FPP integration – part of the Baldrick ecosystem |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty on prebuilt controller; PSU covered per manufacturer |
Notes
Customization
Custom options such as connector types, vented enclosures, or pre-configuration are available on request. For custom builds, please contact us.
Warranty
Every Interact Series controller includes a 1-year limited warranty. See our Warranty Policy for full details.
Why Choose Cosmic Controllers
Unlike most built-to-order controllers with long lead times, Cosmic Controllers are often in stock and ship the next business day so you can start testing and sequencing right away. Each unit is assembled with genuine Mean Well power supplies, premium-grade wiring, and fully waterproof components for years of dependable operation in interactive exhibits and lighting shows.
Setup & compatibility
Baldrick Input8 – Interactive Controller (Cosmic Interact Series)
What This Is For
The Baldrick Input8 Cosmic Interact controller connects physical inputs to interactive show actions. It is a prebuilt input controller for buttons, triggers, and other supported interaction devices.
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Decide what each input should trigger before ordering. Check your show software and input-device compatibility, then test the full interaction on the bench before installing it.
