At their joint press conference yesterday at the SIB International trade show in Rimini, Italy, Clay Paky and Pulsar launched several new products.
David Barbour, editor of Lighting Dimensions, reports on the new Clay Paky products.
www.claypaky.it
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
SIB:
Martin Debuts Maxxyz Lighting Controller
Martin Professional introduced the Maxxyz lighting control system at last
week’s SIB International exhibition in Rimini. One of the main product
highlights of the exhibition, Maxxyz boasts a comprehensive range of cutting-edge
features and attractive, modular design, with an intuitive operating system,
easy programmability and customizable characteristics. The desk’s
built-in 3D visualizer with real-time Preview mode gives full real-time
preview of shows, allowing the user to create new ones without interrupting
the running show. Maxxyz offers Ethernet capability (10/100 Mbit) for
DMX universes and multiple console linking, remote access via a laptop/PC
or Internet network, plus a link for automatic Internet updates, programming
modification, service and support, and more.
Two complete Pentium III-based computer systems communicate with each
other through COM+ technology. This allows the system to work as one large,
integrated system with internal fail-over and four 3D accelerated screen
outputs with DVD playback capability. Eight DMX 512 outputs give a total
of 4096 channels. Each DMX 512 output is opto-isolated, half duplex, and
the DMX-timings and refresh rate can be adjusted individually.
Other features
include two industrial 12.1" super high luminance SVGA TFT screens,
built-in Effects Generator, built-in DVD/CD-RW, digital LCD buttons, motorized
assignable and multi-functional playback faders, SMPTE/VITC/LANC timecode
reader and generator, MIDI in/out and balanced audio in/outs.
www.martin.dk
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
Osram have introduced a range of LED modules with applications in decorative, safety, signage and display lighting. Each of the modules consists of a number of LED elements mounted on a circuit board (either rigid or flexible). The circuit board also carries the appropriate current regulation devices, and can optionally be terminated with standard "Conny" connectors from BJB. Osram also produce matching power supplies with the appropriate Conny connections. This system removes the need for any in house development or assembly work to incorporate large quantities of LEDs in projects.
The module types available are LINEARlight and LINEARlight FLEX for lines light for guidance or decorative applications, BACKlight for backlighting signage or display elements, MARKERlight for backing indicators and nameplates, TAGlight for illuminating nametags and information panels, COINlight for circular decorative and end lighting applications, and EFFECTlight for high brightness architectural or decorative coloured trim lighting.
www.osram.com.au
Lee Filters have recently released 11 new colours to further expand the 700 Series Designer Range to an impressive 46 colours. All of these new colours were created by individual lighting designers in the Lee Filters Research and Development Laboratories in Andover, England.
The new 700 Series Colours were created by Chris Davey, Chris Ellis and David Whitehead, who were able to take their ideas forward by mixing and blending colours, producing the samples for testing and field trials, and then fine tuning each colour until they had achieved exactly the effect they wanted. The colours are then named and added to the 700 Series following a very stringent quality control process.
The new Lee Filters Swatchbook with an orange pin is now available for you to sample the creations of these three 700 Series designers.
The new colours are as follows:
Chris Davey - 722 Bray Blue, 712 Bedford Blue, 748 Seedy Pink
Chris Ellis - 717 Shanklin Frost, 718 Half Shanklin Frost, 714 Elysian Blue, 798 Chrysalis Pink
David Whitehead - 767 Oklahoma Yellow, 794 Pretty 'n Pink, 709 Electric Lilac, 795 Magical Magenta
Australian Distributor Mediavision Australia www.mediavision.com.au
Ph: (02) 9816 4055 or (03) 9807 5133
The Gecko Image Projector is a neat, stylish, cool-running luminaire designed to project logos, images and textured light in almost any environment. Its compact design and adjustable sliding yoke makes it an ideal image projector to use for architectural, retail or display purposes as well as for use in smaller venues where rigging space is at a premium.
Powered by an integral, dimmable 12V transformer, the light source is a 75W MR16. Image projection is facilitated by the use of high quality, crowned, bi-convex lenses and fixed beam or variable zoom optic models are available.
The Gecko accepts standard E-size gobos in metal, monochrome glass and coloured dichroic glass.
The Gecko can also be supplied with shortened arms and a colour frame only so it can then be used as a flood or washlight to compliment any image projecting Gecko in the same environment.
All units are available in a choice of colours - black, red, blue, purple, green, silver and gold.
www.dhalighting.co.uk
Australian Distributor Clearlight Shows www.clearlight.com.au
Doughty Engineering has launched a brand new curtain track. Named 'Six Track', it has been designed and produced after consultation with end users and installers and Doughty claim that it overcomes several of the problems users say they experience with existing products.
Available from stock, the track is made up of a tubular top hanger bar and rectangular section tube rails, all finished in black powder coat. No rivets are used in the manufacture of Six Track components, all of which are assembled using 5mm nuts and bolts throughout, which means that modifying sections or adding pulleys can be done without re-threading hauling lines. A range of fully adjustable brackets has also been developed for hanging the track.
A range of standard radius corners is available, with an extra bonus of a 'tighter' corner (500mm radius) and curtains can also be 'parked' on the corners. A special rope carrier has been developed so that should a hauling line become detached from its guides, it will be automatically re-located the next time the curtains are drawn in either direction.
A variety of hauling mechanisms is available from the simple hand-haul system with weighted pulley to a motor-driven system, with a hand-wound trackdrive as the mid-range choice. The trackdrive and motor options feature a brand new, self-tensioning mechanism. Again, all of these system are 'modular' and bolted, so that last minute fixes and maintenance are not only possible, but also fast and easy.
Six Track sections are supplied individually boxed for ease of storage and protection in transport.
Australian Distributor Coemar De Sisti www.cdaust.com.au
TrackPod, the tracking tripod for automated follow-spots and instant focusing, is a single-operator multiple-followspot controller used in large arenas and stages. This patented instrument is designed to track performers in three dimensions, automatically directing intelligent lights to follow a performer wherever they move. The TrackPod calculates where, in 3D, the operator is pointing and, helped by a laser calibration system, directs up to 128 lighting fixtures to that exact spot.
This single operator system maximises the use of the intelligent lighting plot and saves the cost of hiring multiple followspots and followspot operators. On-board faders and buttons allow the operator to optionally control the fixtures' dimmer, iris, colour, zoom or any other DMX channel.
TrackPod is the perfect automated followspot system for concerts, theatres, stadiums, arenas, ice rinks & TV studios. It has won a LIVE! Lighting Product of the Year award as well as a PLASA Award for Product Excellence. Customers love automated followspots because they can save money on followspot operators and rentals, keep performers lit at all times even with a small number of fixtures and have dozens of light beams automatically intersecting on performers. TrackPod also gives new vitality to existing moving light installations as well as illuminating stages where normal followspots do not fit.
www.martin.dk
Australian Distributor Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
The new range of Spotlight motorised luminaries include Plano Convex, Fresnel and Profiles with a lamp power range of 1000W to 5000W in both tungsten and discharge. However due to the modular design of the system, the Spotlight motorisation can be fitted to a wide variety of other manufacturers lighting fixtures.
The Spotlight motorisation features silent operation, 360o rotation, precise positioning resolution, smooth and continuous acceleration and deceleration functions, no reset required, last achieved position after power failure, and original position recovery if accidentally moved after changing the lamp.
Applications include professional theatre, television studios and multi-function halls. The motorised system is particularly effective when faster and more accurate positioning is required than is possible with traditional lighting fixtures, when the units are in hard to reach positions, when a large number cannot be installed due to limited power or space, or if there is not sufficient time to change their position due to rapid scene or show changes.
Options include electro mechanical dimmers for discharge lamps, and scroller colour changers.
Australian Distributor Mediavision Australia www.mediavision.com.au Ph: (02) 9816 4055 or (03) 9807 5133
The CLS DMX 144 is a tiny 145 channel, 144 scene DMX console from Compact Light Systems of Norway. At 250mm x 110mm x 55m, his ultra compact console is barely big enough to fit 12 subgroup faders and a master fader. Never-the-less it features, soft patch, scene memories, sound triggered chases, manual playback and even a footswitch input to trigger sequence steps. Shows and patch setups can be loaded and saved from the Flash Ram smart card (like the cards in digital cameras). Channel 145 is set up as an separate smoke machine controller that can be accessed while other actions are in progress. DMX output is via both 3 pin and 5pin XLR connectors.
Australian Distributor Network Entertainment Technology www.network-et.com Ph: (02) 9905 5997
Soundlight
3512A Pocket DMX Tester
Enttec, manufacturers of the EVO moving light console are now distributing
the Soundlight 3512A Pocket DMX Tester. This competitively-priced tester,
incorporates all of the standard DMX512 testing and cable checking functions
required for system maintenance and installation work, along with a 16
state snapshot memory. What sets this tester apart from most others is
the ability to undertake both analogue (continuity) and digital (DMX data
flow) cable tests, as well as its capacity to test the actual voltages
in a DMX data stream. These functions are invaluable for solving DMX network
problems on a complex show rig or in an installation. An analogue level
fader and the 36 channel level display also help to make the Pocket DMX
Tester a very useful tool.
Australian Distributor:
Enttec www.enttec.com
High
End Systems Introduces a Brighter x.Spot
While many lighting
professionals have found the light output of the x.Spot(TM) automated
luminaire to be acceptable and very usable for many applications, these
users and others have requested even more output from the unit for long
throw and high ambient light conditions. In response to these requests,
High End Systems announces the release of a new, fully modular 2:1 zoom
optic system for the x.Spot, along with a new faceted "flat field"
reflector. This version of x.Spot is designated x.Spot HO (High Output).
Additional output
is primarily achieved through the larger aperture (higher "f stop")
and greater efficiency of the 2:1 zoom lens system, while increased colour
temperature and improved beam uniformity are a result of the faceted reflector.
High End Systems offers the lighting professional a choice of two zoom
systems. For example, a designer could specify 4:1 zoom fixtures for shorter
throw, wide projection applications and 2:1 zoom fixtures for longer throw
or beamage applications where output is king and ultra wide zoom range
is not critical.
High End Systems
begins shipment of x.Spot HO in May. This unit contains 2:1 zoom optics
and faceted reflector for maximum output. High End will of course continue
to offer x.Spot with 4:1 zoom optics. The 4:1 zoom unit will also now
include the faceted "flat field" reflector, thus incorporating
the higher color temperature and flattened field benefits of this technology.
For owners of
x.Spots who wish to integrate the 2:1 zoom optics and flat field reflector
into existing units:
Because all
of the components discussed may be retrofitted to original x.Spots, High
End Systems is offering a special "x.Spot Owner Loyalty Program"
through authorized High End Systems dealers through June 15, 2002. A package
is being offered at a greatly reduced price to x.Spot owners containing
the following items:
2:1 zoom lens
Faceted "flat field" glass reflector
New, longer life Philips MSR 700/SA lamp
New fixture software
Installation instructions
High End Systems
will also offer the 2:1 zoom lens and the flat field reflector separately.
This allows users to either add the reflector to their 4:1 fixtures, or
just the 2:1 lens for users who have already opted to add the flat field
reflector. Keep in mind that if any x.Spot is refitted with the flat field
reflector, the diffusion on the CTB wheel will need to be removed for
maximum benefit and output.
www.highend.com
Australian Distributor:
Universal Lighting & Audio
www.ula.com.au
The new Colour-Fresnel CFN-60, which will find many applications in architectural mood lighting, is the latest addition to the Artistic Licence range of digital lighting solutions. The product is based on additive colour mixing of red, green and blue high power light emitting diodes with the resultant light providing in excess of 16 million colour combinations.
Colour-Fresnel is housed in a Reggiani recessed fixture that provides rotation in two axes and a variable focus fresnel lens. The product, which is available in both a white and a silver finish, operates on a 24V, four wire control signal. It can be controlled and powered by either Power-Pipe or LVD-12, and can also be mixed with other Digital Lighting fixtures, providing further flexibility.
www.ArtisticLicence.com
Australian Distributor: Bytecraft Entertainment www.bytecraftentertainment.com
JEM
Glaciator
A sea of ground hugging fog is one of the most desirable theatrical effects.
This effect is now made simple thanks to the Jem Glaciator.
Replacing the
larger, more costly, three phase heavy fog machines, the Glaciator needs
only a 13 amp power supply and a bottle of low cost Jem Standard Heavy
Fog Fluid. Unlike other machines on the market, the Glaciator does not
require CO2 cylinders and separate fog machines to complete the package.
The Glaciator is a fully integrated, self contained, "plug-in and
go" low fog generating system.
Its lower cost
means that multi-machine use is a more realistic consideration, allowing
the user much better stage coverage. And as you would expect from this
Jem product, the Glaciator is completely compatible with all external
DMX sources.
An optional
Power Ducting Adapter (PDA) is available that allows lengths of ducting
to be fitted to the front of the machine for delivering ground hugging
heavy fog to those more awkward locations. The adapter has a built-in
booster fan which helps project the effect along longer lengths of ducting.
Its rugged design
makes the Glaciator an ideal product for the touring market, and thanks
to its compactness and low power consumption it is also ideal for dance
floor effects.
www.martin.dk
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
Robert
Juliat Introduces TOPAZE
Robert Juliat
has introduced TOPAZE, the newest member of the Follow Spot family. TOPAZE
cold strike has a 7-14.5 degree zoom range and uses the MSR 1200 - MSR
1200/2 or the MSD 1200 G22 lamp from Philips, or the HSR 1200 - HSR 1200/2
G22 lamp from Osram. Features include:
• High performance
double condenser optical system.
• 100% closing iris with backplate follower in a removable cassette.
• 100% closing mechanical dimmer.
• “A” size movable gobo holder (Ø100mm).
• 6 way "Boomerang" colour changer system fitted with removable
filter frames.
• Soft glass on a flip lever.
• 3 meter follow spot cable.
• G22 auto blocking socket.
www.robertjuliat.com
Australian Distributor: Bytecraft Entertainment www.bytecraftentertainment.com
The manufacturers of the Condome have now developed a new unit for suspending units whilst still affording total weather protection.
The Upside' Dome carries all the features of the Condome and can be used in any angle or position from upside down to side mounting or even on its feet. Protection comes in the form of a fixture supply which ensures power is cut off in the event the plastic housing deflates, as well as the expected protection from the harshest of elements. The upside' dome base is flat and black, which makes it easy to fit everywhere.
Specifications:
· ABS base
· 100kg maximum load
· Integral fan
· Total 360° projection ability
· Twin water-resistant vent holes
· All signal & power to luminaire via base
· In-built cutout in event of fan failure
· Suitable for all types of equipment including lighting, audio, & video
· Units collapse & store flat for ease of transportation
· Fixtures inside Upside' dome are protected by a 16 amps relay
· Protection by breaker
· Adjustable air entry
· Diameter of column: 760mm
· Base external diameter: 780mm
· Weight: 16kg
· Min. thickness: 40mm
· Max. thickness: 320mm
· Column sizes: 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 /120 / 140 / 160 cm
Australian Distributor: Coemar De Sisti www.cdaust.com.au
Geni
Burst-2X
Nominated for an award at the recent PLASA show, Show Technology now stock
the Geni Burst-2X effects light. An unprecedented performance comes in
this creative package - the first 360-degree full-barrel effect with die-case
aluminum case made in Asia. Burst-2X has the form to entice and the functions
to captivate.
Burst-2X radiates spinning, flipping 14 coloured images-in all directions.
Surprise customers with the flipping movement of this full-barrel effect.
www.geni.com.tw
Australian Distributor:
Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
Dynalite
Launches LightStyle
Dynalite are pleased to announce the release of a range of products under
their new brand, LightStyle. Consisting of a number of din-rail mounted
controllers and their newly developed plastic panel, LightStyle is aimed
at the residential environment, providing a cost-effective alternative
to the Dimtek range of commercial products.
The LSMC801
mixed controller consists of a base unit and separate dimming, switching
and DSI module cards, providing the homeowner and installer with the flexibility
to control different types of loads from the one unit.
The LSRC810 relay controller is suitable for switched control of all load
types typically found in a residential setting. The LSRC810DT dry contact
controller comprises 8 voltage free double throw relays, which makes it
suitable for controlling blinds, pool pumps and watering systems, as well
as integrating the lighting control system with other services in the
house, including security. Both of these products are available with timeclock
and bypass switch options.
The new panel is constructed from ABS plastic and available in a number
of button configurations. Pop-out switch caps allow for simple removal
to facilitate custom engraving requirements and a choice of colours and
finishes ensures that the panels can be matched to any décor.
Commercially
available in the first quarter of 2002, the LightStyle range is a sign
of things to come from Dynalite.
www.dynalite.com.au
MAD
AXIS-250
New from MAD Lighting is the Axis-250 a single
arm moving head system loaded with innovation. New "Motion Drive
Technology" for pan and tilt operation gives major advances over
existing stepper motor movement when used within this type of effect.
Industry standard E size Gobos give access to massive libraries of stock
metal and glass patterns. Rich colour projections and crisp images are
achieved together with stunning light out-put from the MSD-250/2 lamp.
A compact unit suitable for many diverse market applications including
theatrical, TV, touring and discotheque.
www.madmanufacturing.com
Australian Distributor: Mediavision 02 9816 4055 or 03 9807 5133
The AVR Arc Screen by AVR Colourmaster is the latest in modern design and ideal for use as a backdrop. It comes in three standard sizes 2.3 metres high x 800mm / 1000mm or 1200mm wide. The depth of the complete unit is 280mm.
The Arc Screen features eight colours (yellow, green, cyan, magenta, orange, amber, red and blue) plus white, internal dimmer and flash rate. Arc Screens are controlled by DMX512 or by use of its internal memory.
ARC Screens are already being used in banks, hotels, restuarants, pubs, clubs and fitness studios worldwide.
The Arc Screen utilises a MBI 150 Arc Discharge 6000 hours lamp.
www.avr.uk.com
Australian Distributor: ULA ula.com.au
The new and improved Kupo Pro Can from Show Technology sets new standards for quality engineering and electrical safety in Par Cans.
Available in Par 64, Par 56 and Par 46 the new design provides a rear cap with lamp rotator that closes but ventilates the lamp house preventing electrical accidents and burns from contact with electrical cables, lamps and lamp holders.
A fourth colour clip is included to retain the colour frame no matter what angle the can is tilted. There is also a afety bond providing earthing between the can body and the cap.
High temperature cable gland and silicon cable prevents electrical shock from melted conductor insulation or only single insulation.
A dish lock mechanism provides positive tilt lock off whilst high grade rivets retain all four colour clips thus preventing little surprises in the bottom of road cases.
Lastly, reinforcing ribs at the cap and at the colour runners provide strength and maintain the can's shape.
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
The PIGI-S 2.5kW HMI Projector is a new generation compact PIGI, with internal dimmer, dichroic colour mixing and correction filters. It has a 2.5kW HMI light source with advanced optics capable of delivering a massive 45,000 lumens of light output that can project photographic or graphic imagery up to 20m x 20m more in size. It is available in three versions - single slide carrier and single or double scroller. The Manual Rotating Double Scroller enables the user to manually position the scroller at any angle through 360°, depending on the show requirements. The Automated Rotating Double Scroller combines the techniques of scrolling film with the facility to automatically and continuously rotate images through 360° at variable speeds. PIGI control software can simultaneously control up to 20 projectors. All projectors can be remotely focused from the control position and accept all current large-format lenses.
* High Output
* Low noise operation
* Flicker-free HMI
* Low maintenance and running costs
* Single phase operation
* Double film scrolls with up to 20m film on each
* 1/10 sec slide change with 1/100mm positional accuracy
* Programmable focussing
* Universal lens mount accepts a wide range of lenses including existing Pani lenses
* Built-in CYM colour mixing
* Built-in CTO/CTB variable colour temperature correction
* On-board electronics and control
* External DMX or Pigi Software control
www.etc-pigi.com
Australian Distributor: The Electric Canvas www.theelectriccanvas.com.au
Compact and flexible the SN110 ShowNet DMX nodes provide cost effective network connectivity for facilities of all sizes. Each node features two DMX connectors that may dynamically be configured for input or output operation.
Based on a 32 bit ARM processor, all SN110 nodes utilise the Linux operating systems for stable 10/100BT operation. Nodes may be configured with Strand’s popular ShowNet software or with any Web Browser. Node status, Node ID, and DMX port identification are available on the integral LCD display. The display features adjustable back lighting.
All Strand ShowNet nodes feature advanced DMX patching permitting any range of 512 numbers to be selected for each DMX port. Priority patching with up to three levels of priority assignments available.
Features:
* Two DMX In/Out ports
* Fast 40 Hz DMX update rate
* DMX ports may be custom configured with any 512 DMX addresses for complete system flexibility
* 10/100BT Ethernet Operation
* Integral LCD Display provides node and port labelling
* Adjustable Backlight levels for dark applications
* Designed for Surface or Recess Mounting
* Choice of power supplies with mains or low voltage versions available
* Supports IEEE802.3af power over Ethernet
* Nodes may be configured with Strand ShowNet software or Web Browser
* 32 Bit processor standard with Linux O/S
www.strandlighting.com
Australian Distributor: Bytecraft www.bytecraftentertainment.com
Jands Electronics has announced the release of a unique product that addresses the need to interface USITT DMX512/1990 standard equipment with equipment using non-standard DMX wiring and connectors.
The DD6-2 is an Opto-isolated DMX splitter with six 5-pin AXR output connectors and two 3-pin AXR output connectors, with a phase reverse switch for each of the 3-pin outputs. The unit was designed for applications where mixtures of standard and non-standard devices are used, such as rental houses and club installations.
www.jands.com.au
The WaterScrim, a hot new product seen at ProProduction 2002, creates a very unique projection surface that offers a whole new visual dynamic to image enhancement. WaterScrim is a totally controllable "wall of water" for indoor projecting of video, film, lasers or robotic lighting. Available in 10' sections up to 100' currently.
www.seefactory.com
Mole-Richardson
announces complete line of affordable HMI kits
Mole-Richardson announces its complete line of affordable HMI kits.
DIGIMOLE 200 KIT FEATURES
The MoleSourceTM 200 Watt Kit offers a Daylight option for the ever popular
Source FourTM Fixture from ETC®. With its wide range of lens options
and third party accessories, the MoleSourceTM compliments this system
by replacing the lamp socket assembly with a bright, HMI daylight source.
Light output more than doubles with the addition of this MoleSourceTM
fixture. No modifications are required to the Source Four head and it
remains compatible with virtually all accessories. The Type 8481 200 Watt
HMI MoleSourceTM is powered with the Type 82833 Molelectronic flicker-free
ballast with a single ON and OFF rocker switch, perfect for remote operation.
DIGIMOLE 400 KIT FEATURES
The MoleSourceTM 400 Watt Kit offers a Daylight option for the ever popular
Source FourTM Fixture from ETC®. With its wide range of lens options
and third party accessories, the MoleSourceTM compliments this system
by replacing the lamp socket assembly with a bright, HMI daylight source.
Light output nearly triples with the addition of this MoleSourceTM fixture.
No modifications are required to the Source Four head and it remains compatible
with virtually all accessories. The Type 8491 400 Watt HMI MoleSourceTM
is powered with the Type 82926 Molelectronic flicker-free ballast with
a single ON and OFF rocker switch, perfect for remote operation.
DIGIMOLE 200 FEATURES
Now there's an efficient and affordable solution for all your daylight
lighting applications. A compact source of daylight using a 200 watt HMI
single ended globe. At only 3 lbs., a new inexpensive, lightweight, solid
state electronic 90 to 230 volt A.C. ballast is now available for the
200 watt DigiMoleTM. Also available is a 4 lb. portable, lightweight 30
volt D.C. ballast for locations where A.C. power is not available. Equipped
with safety glass.
www.mole.com
Sagitter
MINISCAN 2001 MSD 250W
The smallest scanner of the Sagitter range. High luminosity optical system
capable of sharp and very effective projections in a very compact fixture
body. A very good combination created to satisfy high profile clubs and
pubs needs. A lot of colours and a lot of rotating interchangeable gobos
in combination with a separate shutter give no limit to the obtainable
effects
Optical System has a high efficiency parabolic reflector, 19° radiation
angle, and a manually adjustable focusing for sharp cutted images.
The Image Projection System has a gobo-wheel with 9 interchangeable rotating
gobos plus open, rotation at variable speed in both directions, colour-wheel
with 15 dichroic colours plus white.(11 pure dichroic colours, 3 bicolour
filters and UV effect), rainbow-effect, and shutter/dimmer unit allowing
dimming and strobo effect from 1 to 10 flash per sec.
www.sagitter.it
Australian Distributor: ULA ula.com.au
IMH-410
Smart Moon System
4 Lights and controller for only RRP$799, the Smart Moon System lights
are the classic moon flower effect, each unit producing 28 beams of colour.
Working in synchrony, Smart Beam fixtures rotate bi-directionally as well
as flash on and off sound-to-light via the 52 built-in programmes. Fixtures
are supplied complete with lamps, linking cables and controller.
Australian Distributor:
ULA www.ula.com.au
ELC
dmXLAN
ELC's DMX tools are
a complete range of devices for the control, distribution and management
of DMX control systems. There are two models HF wireless remote: the basic
focusHAND, and the sophisticated focus BRAIN, which includes 30 scene
memories. The range of DMX distribution devices includes a merger, a splitter
and a unique DMX splitter/merger/router that can solve a wide range of
production problems. Other tools include two models of DMX recorder a
tiny self-contained DMX architectural controller. In a category all of
its own is the DAM44, a DMX controlled 4 x 4 Audio matrix which includes
two DMX controlled switches for remote starts on audio replay devices.
ELC have also developed dmxLAN, a complete DMX over Ethernet system, which
includes input/output nodes, a distribution hub and a PC based software
package which combines a full network control and configuration system,
with fixture control and management.
www.elc-dmx.com
Australian distributor: Clearlight Shows www.clearlight.com.au
MAC2000
Performance 
Entech will see the Australian launch of the highly anticipated Martin
MAC2000 Performance. This unique moving head is set to become the ideal
illumination-framing tool for theaters and special effect applications.
The MAC2000 Performance is a 1200-watt profile framing spot featuring
a 4-blade framing system for precise stage lighting and a gobo animation
wheel for extraordinary theatrical effects
Useful for accurate illumination coverage of stage props, scenery or any
object, the precision adjusting, fully automated beam framing system transforms
the elliptical beam into a multitude of different shapes. Fine adjustment
of the shape is within millimeters thus eliminating any excess back light
and perfect for stage shows of all types.
Also new to the MAC2000 Performance is a gobo animation wheel useful for
special theatrical effects such as fire, sky and water imaging. The entire
wheel can be swiveled for flexible positional control.
The MAC2000
Performance combines a reduced weight with a flicker free image projection.
Like the successful
MAC2000 Profile, the MAC2000 Performance incorporates an extraordinary
10-lens optical system that produces an extremely bright and sharp beam
with high definition contrast and consistent beam field characteristics.
In fact it delivers an amazing 25% more light output than the MAC2000.
The MAC2000
Performance houses a CMY colour-mixing system that offers a nearly unlimited
variety of colour choices plus an innovative colour temperature correction
system for effective CTC flexibility, making it possible to gradually
and smoothly increase or decrease colour temperature.
Other features
include a gobo wheel with 5 indexable rotating gobos, additional effects
wheel with rotating beamshaper and 3-facet prism, and a variable frost
capable of smooth gobo fade in/out possibilities. The MAC2000 Performance
also incorporates a fast and precisely moving focus and zoom system. Variable
and smooth dimming, as well as extremely fast strobe effects are possible
via a combined dimmer/shutter. Furthermore, the MAC2000 Performance operates
at a very low noise level, a must for the strict standards of TV studios
and theaters.
The MAC2000
Performance ships with an electronic ballast and it also offers "Lamp
Hot-Re-Strike-Functionality".
The MAC2000
Performance has an automatic "Reduced Power" Function, which
is reducing the power consumption to 700W if the shutter/dimmer is closed
for more than 3 minutes. This feature is increasing the lamp lifetime
of the bulb and all components and is decreasing the overall noise emission
of the fixture.
www.martin.dk
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
The Rosco I-Cue Intelligent Mirror allows you to use your spotlights with much greater flexibility and control. The major function of the I-Cue is the ability to re-position the beam of light so a single spotlight in a fixed position can illuminate dozens of different locations.
The Rosco I-Cue has onboard DMX, which means that control and direction of the mirror -- and the beam it reflects -- is available through your lighting control system. The industry standard DMX protocol assures accurate and repeatable beam placement.
With a pan of 230 degrees and a tilt of 57.3degrees, the I-Cue can convert any standard theatrical spotlight into an effective moving light. Colour scrollers made by all the major manufacturers can be used with the I-Cue, allowing you to create spectacular moving-light, moving-color effects so popular in today's lighting designs.
www.rosco.com
Australian
Debut for grandMA
MA Lighting
is well known for its technical know-how and has achieved an enviable
international reputation for its operational philosophy. MA´s award-winning
products are extremely reliable and offer cutting-edge solutions for dimming
and control.
As the Australian distributor for MA Lighting Show Technology will be
launching the grandMA range of consoles at Entech 2002.
grandMA - The grandMA console is the largest console physically
and is a real operators console. Three colour touch screens and up to
two external monitors makes for an extremely comfortable programming environment.
Twenty motorised faders, build in keyboard, mouse, mouse pad and trackball
along with 4 parameter encoders gives operators and programmers a luxurious
programming and playback surface.
grandMA light - With all of the same software, features and channels
the grandMA light is a reduced console only in physical size. Anything
that can be programmed on a full grandMA can be played back on a grandMA
light while at the same time offering full programming facilities itself.
As well as making the grandMA light ideal for environments where physical
space is at a premium the console also makes a great backup to the larger
grandMA.
grandMA ultra-light - This small yet highly powerful 1,024 channel
console features the same award winning software as the grandMA and grandMA
light consoles. With its reduced footprint, a full colour TFT touch screen
display along with built-in trackball / mouse and support for an external
monitor, the grandMA ultra- light is an extremely portable and very adaptable
programming environment. The grandMA ultra-light is completely compatible
with the rest of the grandMA range. Shows can be programmed on one of
the larger consoles and then played back or edited on the ultra-light.
grandMA replay unit - This 3U high 19'' rack mounting unit is an
entire grandMA console in an enclosure perfect for unattended playback
or remote triggering. As well as featuring all the inputs and all the
outputs of a full grandMA console this tiny unit has 10 physical playbacks
(5 with faders) on the front of the unit so basic manual playback is also
possible, unusual for units of this type. As with all grandMA products
this unit can be connected to full console via Ethernet as a tracking
backup.
grandMA 3D - grandMA 3D is a visualisation software created for
the design of three-dimensional stage layouts. The software allows a wizard
guided design and set up of any custom stage or scenery layout with 2D
drawing facilities and a library of basic graphical elements. Multiple
windows can be opened and updated at the same time, and all the stage
elements can be positioned in X, Y, Z directions and may also be rotated
around the various axes. The set-up of lanterns, luminaires or moving
lights can be simply retrieved from the grandMA console's show file by
electronic transfer. There is no need to set DMX lines, DMX addresses
or operation modes as these are already pre-adjusted in the grandMA console.
The software will be compatible with the whole family of MA Lighting consoles.
www.malighting.com
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
American DJ has launched the XP-3 intelligent moving head - a high performance DMX-compatible fixture with a fully rotating head and an affordable price tag. "In the past, moving head fixtures were beyond the price range of the average club and professional DJ," said Scott Davies, general manager of American DJ. "The XP-3 offers those who have a smaller budget the excitement of a moving head fixture, without a high price tag."
The XP-3 features a fully rotating head, with pan and tilt. It includes four DMX channels and incorporates smooth stepper motors and an easy-to-read digital display. Features include 17 gobos plus spot, six colours plus white and four multi-colours and strobe. The XP-3 can be operated with any standard DMX controller. It can also be used with American DJ’s Utopia/C Controller (sold separately) to control black out, slow scan and strobe at the touch of a button.
Additionally, the XP-3 can be operated in a sound activation mode. It features a sensitivity knob to control the intensity with which effects move to the music’s beat. Multiple XP-3 units can be linked together master-slave via XLR cable.
www.americandj.com
Australian Distributor: LSW 02 9568 2100
SweetLight - by Easy Digital
The SweetLight is a PC-based Lighting Control System (A unique stand alone DMX playback box with pc-based programming) which has had several changes made to it. A new on-line manual makes operation even easier than before, whilst the system itself in now fully Windows 2000 compatible. Pop-up menus offer direct access to gobo and colour parameters. A new user screen offers 4 pages with 35 macros, 50 scenes, 10 presets and 8 multiscenes.
ShowCAD Artist - By ShowCAD
The original software control system, used extensively throughout the world to control a host of lighting and multimedia events, has got even better. The new ShowCAD incarnation, Artist, is even more versatile and user-friendly, making programming of even the most complicated shows a breeze. With show size limited only by the size of your hard drive, ShowCAD Artist is definitely the pc-based controller of choice for your next show.
Artist is a multi role lighting and show controller and is the next generation, Windows based, system to ShowCAD, a controller that has become a standard for the nightclub and show control industry.
ShowCAD's flexibility has also enabled it to be installed in many AV, architectural, theatrical, theme park, TV and film applications. Artist now pushes the envelope for show design and control further still.
To download a demo of Artist visit their website on www.cdaust.com.au
ENTTEC has announced the release of its flag ship product, the EVO. This is a new generation of lighting desks based around Ethernet and new technologies. The hardware is based on a large 5'7 blue back lit touch screen LCD and seven motorised faders. The EVO communicates through its Ethernet port, and plugging your DMX lighting is as easy as using Enttec's standard DMXEthergate suite of products, or an other DMX over Ethernet solution.
The EVO has been designed for maximum ease of use and no-fuss programming. The in-built effects engine is similar to the ones you would find in the top of the range desks. The user interface gives constant feedback over the current show or programming actions using plain English sentences. Thanks to the motorised faders, the user will be able to program scenes like an analog desk or run entire cuelists from one submaster. Enttec have also included new features such as semi-automatic crossfades and web remote control.
The EVO is not built around a PC and uses an industrial real time operating system for added reliability. Fixture libraries can be downloaded from the Enttec web services website or edited using the easy-to-use web editor, and it will be the base of the company's lighting control products. After the initial release there are plans to develop the software to included a networking programming, where multiple desks on the same network could be used to program the same show, or remote Ethernet based processing nodes to upgrade the processing power. There is also have a range of add-ons and options in the pipeline including an off-line editor, an expansion wing with more faders, buttons and a trackball, low cost play back unit, and expansion modules such as sound inputs and VGA video ouput.
Considering its numerous advanced features and very attractive price, the EVO can bring new lighting technologies to every venue, claim Enttec. EVO specifications include up to 2048 DMX channels, 100 moving lights and 300 dimmer channels. Storage is memory-linked and estimated to hundreds of cues, cuelists, pages, groups, palettes and macros. Hardware involves a 5'7 inch backlit touch-screen LCD, 7 motorised faders, three rotary encoders, size 510mm x 280mm x 90mm, floppy disk drive, dimmable desk light, two expansion ports and an Ethernet port. The EVO is available in three factory colours (red, blue, black) or custom colour (optional). It will be launched at the Entech trade show in Sydney (4-6 Feb).
www.enttec.com