Also new from Crest Performance is the CPT Series of loudspeaker enclosures. Offering crisp highs and smooth mid-range performance, the CPT Series is recommended for small- to medium-sized speaking and performance venues, plus all permanent fixed installations. Models CPT-1, CPT-2
Among the products Clarity is featuring, Bengal is a 154.9cm ultra-thin rear-projection DLP display only 16cm deep, based on a technology collaboration announced with InFocus Corp. earlier this year. Other new products include Margay, a zero-mullion, widescreen 127cm ultra-thin rear-projection DLP display designed for multi-display signage and video applications; and Bay Cat - a high-resolution 116.8cm direct view LCD screen.
Clarity says it views Europe as a significant growth market, particularly
The CM 9, 12, 15 and 18 all feature a rotatable horn for optimum dispersion and can be easily switched from passive to active mode through a multi-pin connector. The range was co-designed by contractors for contractors, say Mach, with ease of installation in mind and as such features an innovative mounting system, which along with the rotatable horn, allows for total flexibility wh
CIE-Audio has been appointed as exclusive representatives for B-52 in the UK; the brand joins CIE's already extensive portfolio of key represented brands including Inter-M, Switchcraft, Armstrong i-ceilings, Chaiyo, Euromet and Amina. "We're extremely pleased with our latest appointment," says Chris Edwards, CIE-Group's marketing manager. "Over the past two years our involvement in the pro audio and AV markets has increased significantly and has become key to the continued g
Winners for Creative Achievement included, inter alia, the sound teams behind The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and Radiohead's Hail to the Thief. In addition to 23 awards for Technical and Creative achievement, the awards ceremony witnessed the induction into the TEC Awards Hall of Fame of legendary filmmaker George Lucas and venerated producer/engineer Elliott Scheiner. In a surprise appearance, Janet Jackson presented the Les Paul Award to platinum producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.
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The LL-151-3D can switch easily between 2D and 3D display mode for applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. In 3D mode its 15" XGA (1024x768) LCD display allows a viewing clarity in which bright, clear pictures can be seen in fine detail. 370-nit brightness and 500:1 contrast ratio offer exceptional performance, say the manufacturer.
Sharp sees the LL-151-3D finding applications within the fields of drug discovery, medical imaging, mapp
Equally, the PR4092 can be used as a conventional nine-input mixer with ideal applications for houses of worship, entertainment venues etc. The PR4092 is housed in a compact 19" single rack unit chassis.
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X-Series machines feature cast aluminium heater blocks (which hold heat better than standard aluminium and result in higher fog output), super-quiet Italian pumps, low fluid indicators, interchangeable control modules and a high-efficiency vaporizing system. By incorporating these premium features, Antari says, it has geared the X-Series toward professional users such as rental companies, theatres, major stage events and TV/motion picture studios - thanks to the low noise level created by the machines' pumps, which makes them ideally suited for video and movie production.
Among the Antari f
Both models have built-in wireless microphone receivers, a single-antenna VHF on Move 100-V or a more sophisticated UHF multi-channel diversity device on Move 100-U. An integrated 16-channel UHF Diversity receiver allows users to work with up to six systems at the same time (TX 1600 or PX 1600 transmitter + Move 100-U receiving cabinet) set to different channels, simultaneously with no interference.
Additional inputs are available for the connection of music, such as CDs, iPods and other multi media sourc
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The Cloud 4 has a nominal dispersion of 140° conical and the integral 30W 70/100V line transformer offers 4-tappings and a bypass setting
"The improved performance and visual appeal of the Panaray LT loudspeakers provide more options for consultants, system designers and contractors," said Frank Van Heyghen, business director, professional systems division Europe. "This line accommodates venues where quality sound, intelli
Functions such as Executor, Sequences, Cues, Macros, Presets etc may now be locked by any user with administrative rights to prevent unwanted modification or deletion. The usage and c
Colorbank 8 and 12 come with a standard set of 8 or 12 colored gels that can be easily replaced with different gels of the colors of your choice. Additionally, Colorbank8 features barn doors to give the user more control over the direction of the light. The two wash striplights very effectively wash walls and backdrops as well as smaller dancer floors and stages. Both are lightweight enough for mobile use. A practical but optional CB-FS Colorbank Footswitch controller is sold separately.
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These colours are a sometimes referred to as "harmonised" colours and will bring the UK closely in line with practice in mainland Europe. Following visitor request received during the 2004 PLASA show and since. The need to produce a simple to use and visually effective method of marking both electrical cable 'tails' and when required Cam-Lok/Power Lock type connectors was requested. With three-phase, a caution notice is also required at the distribution board.
To assist with this,Le Mark has developed a version of its established Identi-Tak cable length marking system.The new version Identi-Tail, combines the existing vi
As a result of the symmetric 'push/pull' design, not only is the 1801 completely magnetically shielded, it also functions as a dipole cylindrical radiator. The mid/high frequency transducer features Alcons Audio's patented 'Real-90' dispersion, a unique develop
Hippotizer's existing features, including its beat-detection engine and user-configurable real-time effects are further improved in version 2.
During development of v1.3.7, the HES engineering department introduced a software testing program allowing select programmers and operators of HES equipment to work directly with the internal testing department and engineering staff. Describing his experience as a beta tester in the program, Majestic Productions' Jon "Hillbilly" Weir said: "We have gone through the major and minor bugs so everyone else doesn't have to. Throughout the program, the HES software engineer
The Wizard Extreme is DMX-intelligent and features a seven-colour wheel, a gobo wheel with 13 patterns (three now with dichroic reflectors) and a separate shutter for fast strobing. Split colour and twinkle effects are also possible. Also included are 12 spectacular macros for fast access to the Wizard's myriad of effects - ideal when fast yet impressive programming of lightshows is needed. An optional multi-coupler is available to create a powerful centerpiece for a total light and effect bombardment.
Designed for minimal maintenance and low operational costs, the Wizard Extreme houses a high-output 250W discharge lamp with a 2000-hour life. Martin has broaden
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Color Kinetics has an open, active approach to forming OEM and licensing partnerships with manufacturers who recognize the value and increasingly prevalent role of intelligent solid-state lighting - both within and beyond the traditional lighting market. The DLE offering comprises Color Kinetics' core knowledge, experience, technologies, intellectual property and services to speed partners' time to market with complete lighting systems.
DLEs are available in various shap
Modular in design, the FusionPro MultiViewers have the ability to display up to eight (1RU) or 26 (3RU) video (analogue, HD, SDI) and computer sources on a single display device in a choice of high-resolution formats. Additional features include: user-designed layouts, dual hot-swap power supplies, dual outputs, video alarming, in-picture audio monitoring and alarming, remote panel control and LAN control of multiple systems.
The Fusion Series creates a 'virtual monitor stack' on any kind of LCD, plasma, and projection system. Users save significantly on space, power consumption, cooling and weight - the high costs normally associated with traditional CRT monitor stacks
