The screen displays took separate Powerpoint, video graphics and camera-derived feeds projected from Christie S6 and X6 6000 ANSI lumens Roadster projectors. Incorporated in the complement of equipment were graphics machines running Windows XP with new 3D animations effects. CT also fielded a conventional three-camera PPU.
Sited at the end of a purpose-constructed entrance ‘tunnel’ - which ran behind the set and brought guests in at the stage - was a videowall provided by Imagination. Behind this, CT concealed a minicam so that visitors could see themselves on the display wall as they made their way towards the stage. They also fielded a separate DV camcorder, with a DV player stationed in the production unit, feeding pictures in from an exhibition area.
Finally, Creative Technology contributed a pair of plasma screens (situated at the rear), and LCD displays on the stage, which acted as prompt monitors for the presenters. The event was project managed for Creative Technology by Mark Woodhouse, assisted by Richard Landen.
(Lee Baldock)
