Pearl Simulator is designed to work with the Avolites Visualiser emulation system - uniting both the console and lighting rig in a virtual environment. This is invaluable for situations where programming and set up time is at a premium. Down time can also be optimised and used efficiently - for example, on long haul plane journeys or travel days on the bus. A fully working Visualiser Lighting Rig is now bundled as part of the free Pearl Simulator download.
Pearl operators can use the Simulator on its own to edit and update their shows, whilst new users can use both the Simulator and the Rig to learn how to programme; anyone just interested can load the pre-programmed ‘Show’ file to fill the console with movement and colour effects, shutter & iris chases, theatre stacks and much more.
The Avolites Cache Builder is another free download. This lets you load the consoles just with the fixtures being used, rather than being offered the full personality database - currently over 500. This is ideal if you always use specific types of luminaires, making patching and set up even quicker.
(Ruth Rossington)
