09.01.2026 | 140 PROTEUS Transform the Fan Experience at Crypto.com Arena

Lighting integrator Volt Integrated delivered the full system as part of the arena's ongoing upgrade.

Crypto.com Arena, home to the LA Kings, Los Angeles Lakers, and LA Sparks, has completed a major lighting upgrade with the installation of 140 PROTEUS series fixtures, including the new PROTEUS RADIUS. Designed and delivered by longtime partner Volt Integrated, the new system is a key part of the arena's multi-year renovation and brings a dramatic new game-night look to one of the world's most iconic sports venues.

Hallmark Venue
Since opening in 1999, Crypto.com Arena has been a premier destination for championship sports, major concerts, award shows, and global broadcasts. As part of its ongoing investment in the fan experience, the arena turned to Volt Integrated to guide the next stage of its lighting modernization.

Volt, a longtime partner of the arena, served as consultant, dealer, and integrator for the new lighting installation. "We've had a long-term relationship with the arena-this is more than just a customer," said Grant Dunn of Volt Lites, sales lead on the project. "It's a hallmark venue, and our work here is truly a partnership. We're proud to bring this upgrade to life, funded by the LA Kings, who are committed to providing fans with an unforgettable experience."

PROTEUS RADIUS
The arena's previous 15-year-old discharge beam lights were due for replacement. After completing an 18-month market analysis and on-site product demos, Volt and the Kings selected the PROTEUS RADIUS, a compact, high-intensity IP66 beam FX fixture powered by a cutting-edge LILI (Laser Illuminated Lighting Instrument) light engine. The RADIUS stood out for its output, reliability, modern LILI engine, and the ability to eliminate lamp maintenance entirely.

"We initially installed four PROTEUS RADIUS fixtures for sporting events to test them out," Dunn explains. "They were really punchy, and we really liked the continuous pan/tilt. We wanted something futureproof, and this was the only option with the LILI engine, which was a nice selling point."

LILI Light Engine
Powered by Elation's LILI light engine, the PROTEUS RADIUS delivers an ultra-intense 0.9° beam with higher efficiency, longer lifespan, and no lamp changes. The result is a brighter, cleaner look with far less ongoing maintenance.

"Putting in something with a lamp didn't make sense," Dunn said. "Previously, it took time to access the fixtures and make lamp changes. Now, with the LILI engine, we have no lamp changes to deal with so there is much less labor required."

Dramatic Impact
Some 112 RADIUS fixtures are mounted in a full circle around the rink, creating a powerful cage-like effect that surrounds the ice during player intros, goal celebrations, and key game moments. The beams lock in tightly around the playing surface for Kings games and also deliver high-energy looks for Lakers and Sparks home games. During timeouts, the fixture's 42 gobos, four prisms, and 360-degree rotation combine for spectacular aerial effects, ballyhoos, and other eye-catching looks onto the ice.

Volt supplied all the fixtures during the offseason while also handling infrastructure, cabling, DMX distribution, and fixture prep for the installation, which was completed by the in-house arena team in early September, before the start of the NHL season. The project included a months-long evaluation period, an offseason installation window, and full commissioning ahead of the NHL home opener.

The new lighting has become an essential element in reinforcing the LA Kings' brand identity, and the Lakers and Sparks have likewise embraced it by integrating the system into their in-game entertainment.

Scoreboard Lighting
The PROTEUS RADIUS aren't the only Elation lights in the arena, however. In 2024, the arena incorporated 16 PROTEUS RAYZOR 1960 LED wash and 12 PROTEUS MAXIMUS LED profile fixtures into its new 360-degree motorized scoreboard.

Beyond driving fan excitement and elevating the live experience, the fixtures provide broadcast-grade output for live and televised coverage. Volt collaborated with City Theatrical and the arena team to develop a custom honeycomb filter for the RAYZORs, reducing glare for cameras while maintaining the fixture's IP65 rating and full tilt capabilities.

"With these latest upgrades, Crypto.com Arena now has a complete, modern lighting package across its profile, wash, and beam categories," Dunn said. "It's a future-ready system built for fan engagement, broadcast quality, and game-presentation impact."

Photos courtesy of Volt Integrated