Equipment News
VL3500 Wash FX luminaire debuts at PLASA08
Posted on Friday, September 12th, 2008
Australian Distributor: Jands www.jands.com.au
High End Systems Debuts New Pixelation Luminaire at PLASA 2008
Posted on Monday, September 8th, 2008
Worldwide automated lighting manufacturer High End Systems Inc. (HES) introduces StudioPix™, a hybrid wide-angle moving yoke LED wash light with programmable graphic imaging.
HES, a new member of the Belgium-based Barco group, will unveil StudioPix at the Barco/High End Systems stand J30 at Earl’s Court.
Smaller than its predecessor SHOWPIX™, StudioPix features a circular array of 61 homogenous 3-watt LEDs on a 13.5-inch diameter head with an output of 11,500 RGB lumens. The pixels offer unlimited possibilities by projecting not just color, but also displaying images and effects that transform the fixture head into a display device.
“We are excited about the addition of StudioPix to the LED family of luminaires,” stated Bill Morris, HES Executive VP Worldwide Sales. “We believe that the future of lighting will demand more flexibility and features than traditional wash and spot lights that use mechanical gobos. Our SHOWPIX and StudioPix products enable
lighting designers to use virtually unlimited content and content changes to excite the audience while also providing the flexibility to serve as a color wash. We believe that this is what audiences will demand of future generation lighting fixtures; content will be key!”
StudioPix is equipped with the PixelArt™ collection of images. Users can also upload their own content through the new HES Echo™ application, a software program offering content visualization, management and RDM management features. The Echo application optimizes and maps the images to the 61 LED pixels of StudioPix.
StudioPix’s features allow for user creativity, including color mixing, rotation, scale, wipes, dissolves, transitions between layers, strobing and dimming. The DMX Scratch™ feature allows a user to synchronize the frames of a media file to music in real time. Using a pixel mapping protocol, the user may also individually control each LED for more creative programming effects.
StudioPix is scheduled to start shipping in early autumn from HES’ Austin, TX headquarters.
www.highend.com
Martin Launches Recessed Alien LED Downlight™
Posted on Friday, September 5th, 2008
The Alien LED Downlight™ is a plug-and-play recessed LED downlight that features RGB+W color mixing and is available in a standard or high power version. Designed for accent lighting in colored or variable white light, the Alien LED Downlight’s IP67 rating means it’s equally suited to both indoor and outdoor environments.
The Alien LED Downlight can be mounted on walls or ceilings and is ideal for expressive background lighting in restaurants, cafés, bars, small clubs and lounges. It is useful for wall grazing, as decorative accent lighting and niche lighting, or for bottle or product displays. The Alien LED Downlight is also perfect for entrance lighting or orientation lighting for marking columns, aisles, walkways, steps, and architectural features.
The Alien LED Downlight’s RGB+W diodes excel at creating a broader range of hues including deep, saturated colors. The addition of the white LED gives several advantages: a true white, the ability to adjust color temperature, and the possibility to create soft pastel shades.
Colors are evenly mixed when leaving the fixture, making for an attractive looking luminaire. The Alien LED Downlight is 0-100% dimmable for balance of brightness or the ability to respond intelligently to the availability of natural light.
The Alien LED Downlight is available in two versions to cover a wider range of applications; a 9 W standard version (5 LEDs) and an 18 W high-power version (9 LEDs). Very bright when compared to other products in its class, well-known Rebel LEDs are used to ensure high performance and output as well as a high quality. Because lamp replacement isn’t every 3000 or 5000 hours, no service is required other than regular cleaning.
For even greater flexibility in design, two optical systems are available, medium or wide, covering distances from approximately 0.5 to 3 meters (2 to 9 ft).
The required Alien LED Driver, sold separately, is a plug-and-play unit that offers great flexibility for solutions using both 9 W and 18 W fixtures. One Driver can control up to a maximum of 20 standard luminaires or 10 high-power luminaires, or a combination of the two.
The Alien LED Downlight will fit into any standard MR16 hole, allowing it to blend inconspicuously into existing architecture and making it ideal as a replacement product or for new installations. Alien LED Downlights are easily interconnected by linking transformers together with standard IEC connectors.
The Alien LED Downlight has two DMX control modes, HSI & RGBW for comprehensive control when a designer needs it. The intuitive HSI control system allows designers to control the unit in terms of color rather than only DMX levels. A stand-alone feature offers 31 pre-programmed static or dynamic sequences via the Alien Driver Unit.
The Alien LED Downlight is made of a durable steel and aluminum construction and the IP67 rating means it’s fully weather-protected. It comes with stainless steel trim rings as standard with chrome, white or brass available as accessories.
The luminaire is convection cooled so no fans or other moving parts are used. Rigorously tested and CE, ETL & CETL approved, the Alien LED Downlight is built for simplicity.
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
LED Color Zoom
Posted on Friday, September 5th, 2008
Ying Wei Lighting is a lighting equipment manufacturer founded in the early 1990’s with the main office and factory situated in Shanghai, China. During the last decade, Ying Wei has been growing to one of the successful company in China. Now Ying Wei has an office with heaps of stock in Sydney.
Ying Wei specializes in the research, manufacture, supply of intelligent lighting for entertainment and architecture applications. They promise unbeatable prices, the strictest quality standard and comprehensive warranty and service.
The LED Color Zoom 54 is a powerful LED moving head with 54/36 1W or 3W LEDs. The Color Zoom series utilises 54/36 pieces of 1W or 3W high powered LEDs providing very strong light intensities. The LED Color Zoom movement is very quick whilst still remaining smooth. With the long lifespan LED chip, it can be used for long operating times but with low energy consumption. Therefore it is very suitable for architectural, TV studios, theratre, club and live event.
Recently Ying Wei’s product has joined the Australian market. The LED Color Zoom has been used in Twenty1 Dining room & Bar with the other Ying Wei product such as Moving Head 250.
Ying Wei Lighting, 115 Liverpool Rd Enfield NSW 2136. Ph: 61 2 9745 0971 Fax: 61 2 9747 1100
www.ywlight.com
A.C. launches Chroma-Q Color Span at PLASA
Posted on Thursday, September 4th, 2008
Australian Distributor: Jands www.jands.com.au
Robert Juliat at PLASA 2008
Posted on Thursday, September 4th, 2008
PixelRange at PLASA08
Posted on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008
PixelRange will launch PixelMax at PLASA08, September 7-10 at Earls Court, London. This high powered isx-cell wash light will introduce this new family of next generation luminaires, the company says.
Sixteen of the new fixtures will feature on the spectacular rig designed by lighting designer Vince Foster. Other new products include the high-resolution PixelMax Pro and a new addition to the PixelArt range — a compact 36 by 6 pixels half-length PixelArt.
PixelMax Pro is a combined wash and pixellation luminaire, featuring 288 RGBA high-intensity Luxeon Rebel LEDs. Built around the same rugged housing as the PixelMax Wash, the PixelMax Pro offers the added flexibility of 18 individually controlled cells in a 3 x 6 matrix. This cellular configuration gives the user the ability to produce low-resolution visual effects, in addition to using the fixture as a high power wash light with a vast color palette.
PLASA will also see the launch of a major new software upgrade for PixelArt, which will make the system one of the most versatile display products on the market, the company says. This latest development will enable a PixelArt system to be used completely stand-alone, without the need for other set-up utilities or a media server to generate content.
www.pixelrange.com
Australian Distributor: Clearlight Shows www.clearlight.com.au
ArKaos introduces Media Master
Posted on Monday, September 1st, 2008
W-DMX BlackBox debuts at PLASA 08
Posted on Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
Australian Distributor: ULA www.ula.com.au
iPhone Lighting Calculators Announced
Posted on Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
West Side Systems announces the immediate availability of three calculator apps for the iPhone and iPod touch.
DMXCalc converts DMX universe/address values to absolute DMX, or the reverse. A configurable dip switch display shows switch positions for the current address. When calculating addresses for a sequence of moving lights, the DMX address can be incremented or decremented by a user-defined amount with one button-touch.
PowerCalc calculates lighting or electric motor loads on single or multiple phases at any voltage. It can do simple watts-volts-amps calculations, balance loads across two or three phases, or use a power factor value to calculate inductive current loads.
BeamCalc calculates multiple factors related to light beam geometry. Height and base distances between the fixture and the focus point can be entered to find the throw and elevation angle. Entering a beam angle then calculates the resulting pool width, while entering a pool width calculates the required beam angle. BeamCalc will help to quickly evaluate equipment choices for any situation.
All three applications are available worldwide through Apple’s online app store, and all require an iPhone or iPod touch with version 2.0 or later software update. Further information is available the website listed below.
Source Lighting & Sound America Online www.lightingandsoundamerica.com
www.westsidesystems.com/pocketlighting
Martin Professional at PLASA 08
Posted on Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
Martin Professional will be heralding a new era in moving head performance at this year’s PLASA exhibition with two 1500W luminaires in the award-winning MAC range; the MAC III Profile, the first product in Martin’s third generation of MAC moving heads, with enhanced design, optical efficiency, colour mixing, and much more; and the MAC 2000 Wash XB, an extra bright version of the industry standard MAC 2000 Wash.
Also on display will be EvenLED, a modular LED system for even field projection; new hazers in the Jem and Magnum lines; and several new products and product updates in Martin’s controller range. Martin will also show the Exterior 1200 Image Projector and new indoor and outdoor LED luminaires.
The MAC III Profile is the first product in Martin’s third generation of MAC moving heads. It features a package of performance features, such as outstanding colour mixing with a broader colour range plus deeper more vibrant hues, a fat beam look, up to 75% more output than current 1200 W profile fixtures, wide zoom range, new gobos, animation effects, very fast effects and movements and low noise cooling.
The MAC 2000 Wash XB is now even brighter. Using a 1500 W lamp the MAC 2000 Wash XB kicks out over 60,000 lumens of power to make it 40% brighter than its MAC 2000 Wash brethren. New efficient fans, ballast and starter combine with tried and trusted MAC 2000 modularity, optics and effects to “produce the most advanced wash light on the market” – all housed in the same compact MAC 2000 design.
An upgrade kit is available that easily brings existing MAC 2000 Wash fixtures to the XB level of performance. The Upgrade Kit includes a new 1500 W lamp, lamp socket module, electronic ballast, starter, heat filter, fans for more efficient cooling, colour mixing module, base cover plates with new logo plus other minor parts.
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
X-Rebel Par LED
Posted on Monday, August 25th, 2008
The Rebel Par is the second product that has been released using Rebel LED technology. While the Rebel Module is designed for architectural use, the Rebel Par is designed for the theatre and television market.
36 pieces of Rebel 1 Watt LEDs in combination with 25 degree lenses provide very strong light intensities in 16.7 million colours. The Rebel Par provides large advantages for the television and theatre market due to the long lifespan LED chip, direct DMX control, low energy consumption (50w) and RGB colour mixing.
With an integrated power supply and DMX unit, it can be used much like par lighting. With its robust casing and supplied brackets, the Rebel Par is the ideal replacement for Par cans or traditional scans.
On the backside of the Rebel Par, users can set the correct DMX address, or select one of 10 standard programs. Furthermore, it has an IP65 rating, making it possible to use this product in outdoor venues.
www.cdaust.com.au
ELC brings latest lighting tools to PLASA 08
Posted on Friday, August 22nd, 2008
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
All new for Zero 88 at PLASA08
Posted on Friday, August 22nd, 2008
Following an intensive year of development Zero 88 is showcasing a host of new control products to PLASA 2008, with focus very much on theatrical lighting control.
After its initial preview at ABTT, Zero 88’s Orb console is making its international debut. With a combination of theatrical control philosophy and an adaptable hardware platform, Orb provides intuitive control of both generics and moving lights. (Visit www.orbdesk.com for full product information).
Also launching at the show is a theatrical version of Zero 88’s popular Jester consoles, bringing the power and flexibility of these consoles to those operating in theatre environments.
LightFactory PC-based console software will also be featured on the stand. New Programming and Playback wings are being launched at the show and visitors to the Zero 88 stand will also get a sneak preview of the latest software enhancements.
Other products show will be Zero 88’s Chilli dimming system and a range of connectors from Cooper Interconnect.
Source L&SI Online www.lsionline.co.uk
www.zero88.co.uk
Australian Distributor: Clearlight Shows www.clearlight.com.au
ETC Introduces New Unison system at PLASA
Posted on Thursday, August 14th, 2008
Avolites at PLASA 2008
Posted on Tuesday, August 12th, 2008
New Products from Doughty
Posted on Monday, August 4th, 2008
Doughty’s released five new innovative products for 2008. TV Brace Weight – Doughty’s original Brace Weight re-tooled for improved quality and a reduced price. Marquee Clamp – A clamp specifically designed to suit marquee beams. Scissor Clamps – An extremely useful clamp that will fit girders up to 120mm and 48 – 60mm round tubes. Twenty Clamp – Launched at Plasa 07 this clamp is already proving to be a very popular product. Easy Lift – An all new 3.8 metre wind up stand featuring a new twin cable winch and safety lock design.
To read more, click on the following link: http://www.cdaust.com.au/POW.html
Pro Shop LED Truss Warmer
Posted on Thursday, July 31st, 2008
Finally a truss warming system that really works; bright, narrow and easy to use…The Pro Shop LED Truss Warmer is perfect for colour toning your next truss application.
Featuring 9 x High Powered LED’s that are fitted with ultra narrow lenses for long throws of colour and to reduce the amount of light spill out the side of the truss. A narrow beam is important to increase the efficiency of the fitting by not “wasting” any light out the side as well as applications such as TV set design where colour spill is definitely one to avoid.
The unit features both 3 and 5 pin DMX connections to assist a quick setup and cable inventory ease, furthermore the unit allows a clamp to be bolted both on one of its side faces and its bottom face to allow multiple mounting options such as a “H” stand or a hook clamp to a side tube of the truss.
Price: $499.00 RRP
Australian Distributor: Show Technology www.showtech.com.au
Osram’s quantum leap in the brightness and efficacy of white LEDs
Posted on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
Osram claim to have achieved new records in the laboratory for white light – 155 lm for brightness and 136 lm/W for efficacy (at 350mA). By improving all the technologies involved in the manufacture of LEDs, Osram development engineers have achieved new records for the brightness and efficiency of white LEDs in the laboratory. Under standard conditions with an operating current of 350 mA, brightness peaked at a value of 155 lm, and efficacy at 136 lm/W. White prototype LEDs with 1 mm2 chips were used. The light produced had a color temperature of 5000 K, with color coordinates at 0.349/ 0.393 (cx/cy). Potential applications include general illumination, the automotive sector and any applications that call for large high-power LEDs.
The key to success was the efficient interplay between all the advances made in materials and technologies. A perfectly matched system of optimized chip technology, a highly advanced and extremely efficient light converter and a special high-performance package combined to produce the world records – 155 lm for brightness and 136 lm/W for efficacy. The semiconductor light sources are also suitable for high operating currents. At 1,4 A they can produce up to 500 lm of white light. This means that the LEDs can later be used not only for general lighting tasks and automotive applications but also for LED projection as blue and green chip versions.
Dr. Rüdiger Müller, CEO at Osram Opto Semiconductors, commented: “It was the successful combination of Osram know-how in different fields that led to these new records in efficiency and brightness. Starting with the light converter we will be gradually moving the new developments into production”. Osram has already applied for patents for the technologies that lie behind these records.
www.osram.com.au
Artistic Licence Releases Upgrade for RDM DMX Splitters
Posted on Tuesday, June 24th, 2008
Enttec’s New Program Wing for LightFactory
Posted on Friday, June 20th, 2008
After two years in development, Enttec are proud to announce the long awaited Program Wing for LightFactory is now shipping.
The Enttec Program Wing is a purpose-built work surface for the LightFactory lighting control system. Featuring three encoder wheels and 62 dedicated keys for quick access to common functions, the Program Wing is designed for fast, intuitive and effective moving light programming.
Like the existing Enttec Playback and Shortcut Wings, the Program Wing is Ethernet-based and supports the free NMU program for simple configuration, making it quick and easy to set-up any number of wings in any combination or layout desired.
With the Wings series now complete, LightFactory is fast being recognised as a serious alternative to better known lighting control consoles on the market, with an equally serious price advantage. Capable of controlling up to 32,768 DMX Channels with ease, and featuring inbuilt LED matrix control and media playback, LightFactory is powerful enough for the most complex shows while still being simple and intuitive to operate.
The Program Wings are now available ex-stock from Balanced Technology.
For Availability, Pricing or Further Information, call Balanced Technology on 1300 305 832.
www.balancedtech.com.au
Irradiant Announces Lumens Breakthrough in Chip-On-Board Solid-State Lighting
Posted on Friday, June 20th, 2008
Irradiant Inc. a division of Neo-Neon, announces a breakthrough in the development of core LED technologies relative to solid-state lighting (SSL).
In January, the company completed testing of its new 100W COB (Chip-On-Board) LED module. The company says that testing results have proven conclusively that the new 100w COB White LED reaches new heights in lumens efficiency. The 100W unit is already in use in the Revo, a moving unit from Neo-Neon.
The success of the product, the company says, stems from the structural design, the combination of a 10 x 8 array of 80pcs of LED chips. The array produces an output of 5,500 lumens from an emitting area of just 1.9cm2. By using silver epoxy, the heat dissipation can be solved quickly, providing a powerful point source that can be easily manipulated optically to provide a range of lighting solutions.
Irradiant Inc. intends to deploy this new technology on a new range of products, opening up new markets for the application of LED as a replacement to high energy consuming incandescent and discharge lamps.
www.irradianthq.com
Source Lighting & Sound America www.lightingandsoundamerica.com
LSC Releases Version 3 software for the maXim Console
Posted on Thursday, June 19th, 2008
LSC is proud to announce the release of Version 3 software for the maXim range of consoles. More than 30 bug fixes and enhancements have been made to improve the console’s functionality and ease of use.
New features in the software include support for USB flash drives and MIDI and support for trackball control of pan and tilt control will be added soon. The console’s fixture library size has been significantly increased by a factor of five to cater for the larger Fixture Templates found today and the number if fixtures it can now hold is up from 64 to 128 fixtures.
Also included in the new release is a complete rewrite of the console’s memory and performance monitoring system. This, and over two months of testing, has resulted in the most stable software system to date.
The latest software, for all sizes of maXim, can be downloaded from the LSC website at www.lsclighting.com/Software.html
Green Hippo and Barco join forces
Posted on Wednesday, June 11th, 2008
UK-based media server specialists Green Hippo have teamed up with Barco to offer an integrated media server for the recently released Barco DML 1200 digital moving light. The DML 1200 is a very bright digital moving light, with a wide zoom-range and integrated CMY colour-changer that also has powerful projector capabilities. Barco says the new unit “tears down boundaries between projection and lighting.”
This amalgamation of video and lighting capabilities combines Barco’s projection technology with Green Hippo’s widely recognised and user friendly Hippotizer V3 software technology.
According to Barco: “With its brightness, unlimited image selection and instant switching between light beam and video projection, cue by cue, the DML-1200 provides lighting designers with pure creativity at their fingertips. With its on-board media player, lighting designers are no longer limited to static, pre-selected patterns and colours. Any image, static or animated, can be created and projected at a touch of a button. The DML-1200 is completely controlled over DMX, when using the integrated media server as well as the live video inputs, allowing it to be driven directly from any lighting desk.”
After nearly 10 years in Barco’s R&D department, Joost De Frene has taken up the role of digital lighting product manager and says: “We are convinced that it is an advantage to have an integrated media server based on Hippotizer V3 and we make a point of mentioning this in all of our external communication.”
Source L&SI Online www.lsionline.co.uk