Lighting director Dave Davey says: "Returning to TOTP, I was keen to ask Bill Peachment to work as my assistant on the show and to take control of the automated lighting operation. Bill and I had a discussion about the best way of controlling and programming large rigs of lights of all types and as always my main concern was to achieve good results quickly and efficiently. Bill suggested we try the Vector. Having used Compulite Sparks, Microns and Sabres in the past, I was interested to see how Compulite systems had evolved and to put the Vector through its paces on a live music show. The Vector has not disappointed - it's proved to be a great tool for TV lighting and music performances. The desk is capable of controlling very large rigs and programming and updating of cues is simple and fast. I have been impressed by the Vector and will be looking forward to using this desk in the future."
Peachment added: "The Vector is extremely impressive: its familiar Windows XP working environment and interactive tool bars meant I was up and running in very quickly. The desk output is very fast, cues are executed bang on the button, which is essential for a fast-moving show such as TOTP. The large touch-screens are clear and easy to configure and use, the gobo and colour picker system is very user friendly and impressive. It's great to be working with such a console and the team at Compulite who are always so receptive and fast to react to comments and suggestions. Compulite's support through Stagetec Distribution is, as always, second to none."
(Lee Baldock)
