The 2500s were chosen for their power and intensity and also their reliability. 21 of the CS 2500E ATs are rigged onto the main trussing structure above the ice, consisting of a circle in the centre, with eight spines radiating outwards towards the edges of the ice. There are six units on the circle and then either one or two on each of the eight spine trusses. There's another four above the judge's panel at the end of the ice rink, and six on the floor directly behind them.
Pedersen has been a Robe advocate ever since the first time he used ColorSpot 1200 ATs two years ago on a TV special. "It's the sheer quality of the engineering and the fact that the units are virtually maintenance free that impresses me" he says. The fixtures arrived at lighting contractors Neg Earth just before the tour commenced. "They came out of the boxes and have worked and continued working ever since" says Pedersen "They are completely rock solid."
Dancing On Ice live continues touring during early May. Video is being supplied by XL Video (directed by Paul Eggerton), audio by Sonalyst and the tour is being production managed by Andy Gibbs.
(Jim Evans)
