The extended family of Intelligent Drive Systems will also be on show, as well as being used to drive all luminaires on the stand, showing its wealth of built-in functions. Each IDS-4 and IDS-12 can run up to 144 LEDs, with the complementary IDS Wall Control DMX offering remote recall of all functions stored on the Drivers and dimming
The seminars are 30 to 45 minutes long, and are free of charge. It is advisable to arrive early, since there will be a limited number of headphones available for participants.
The moderators include guitarist Markus Wienstroer, members of the 'Flying Pickets' a cappella group, vocal trainer Billi Myer, and Andrew Goldberg, a product specialist of the speaker manufacturer Klein + Hummel. The complete seminar pr
Furnished with 16 mono mic/line inputs, the desk boasts 12 mix outputs,which can be either mono or switched to six stereo pairs to take advantage ofthe recent trend towards in ear monitoring.
Mechanically identical to other MixWizards, with individual card and nuttedpot construction and Quick Change Connector pod, the WZ3 Monitor presentsthe monitor engineer with a compact, easy to use desk capable of mixing alarge number of wedge and in-ear sources. Its 12 mixes can be globallyassigned as mono or stereo, and each stereo mix is provided with stereo AFLsignal checking.
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The new Christie Roadie HD+30K projector generates 30,000 ANSI lumens of brightness at 2K resolution (2048 x 1080). Combined with extensive warranties and Christie service, the unit features a unique split-body design, a scooped hood for improved airflow, built-in rigging points and body handles or optional stac
The effect is created by rotating two X-size glass gobos off centre of the optical path; this results in a projection that does not appear to have a visible direction or pattern, say Rosco. The colour slot will accept dichroic colour filters and the projector includes onboard potentiometers to control the speed and direction of
With two gobo wheels - one rotating and indexable, the other fixed - a myriad of dynamic effects can be created and played upon the chosen subject. And being interchangeable, gobos can be switched around or substituted with others from the large Elektralite collection. Other features include full electronic focussing, an iris and strobe facility
XONE:S2 has amultitude of features designed to integrate it into a typical PA system. Oneof the key features is an output limiter system that enables the engineer topreset the maximum output level of the mixer, irrespective of input level.
The main mix outputs are on balanced XLR, and an additional mono output,also on XLR, can be used as a zone feed or can be used to feed a sub-bassstack. A dedicated alarm input mutes all music channels when active andthere is also a dedicated al
All features of the AX-2500T are targeted at professional audio installations, say the company: front gain controls are detachable and can be protected against misuse, while all other controls and in and output connectors are situated on the back panel for maximum protection.
Input connectors are XLR-type and each input is slaved through an XLR male connector. The power connector is an IEC type and is detachable also. The 100V output connectors are touch-proof binding posts. DIP switches provide limiting function per channel, 40/80Hz subsonic filters, stereo or parallel operation mode. Safe operating temperature is provided by a controlled low-noise fan. Axxent is al
The LS9 series console is housed in a small footprint frame, and consists of built-in mic pre amps on the first layer of both the 16- and 32-input consoles. The console shares the same sound quality, built-in effects, EQ, and dynamics processing as Yamaha's M7CL console.
Currently available, the LS9 series will replace the Yamaha GA series analogue console. The LS9 provides a low-cost digital solution, intuitive and easy
The ice*lighting products being officially launched at ARC are: Panel - five-pixel panel (L 510mm / W 110mm / D 85mm); Crystal Cube - an artistic version of the ice*lighting cube where the 'circular' light source is contained within a clear acrylic housing; Pixule - the ice*lighting version of the Bead*light capsule which a
Those looking to control lighting remotely without the need cables will be interested in the W-DMX wireless DMX system from Wireless Solutions in Sweden, currently in use on the Light Elements project in Maidstone.
Designers looking for cost-effective playback of pre-programmed lighting will be interested in the showSTORE and miniSTORE DMX playback systems from ELC which record and playback DMX data from shows created on full-featured lighting controllers and then play it back triggered by conditions such as c
This exhibition for the live entertainment and events industry will be staged at thethe Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles and will be held from 11-14 February. Also on show will be d&b's J-Series line array system, which was launched at last year's SIEL. The recently introduced M4 stage monitor will also be exhibited as well as d&b's Q-Series loudspeaker range.
All these products will be presented by d&b's French office along with theirregional partners, who will be available to provide any technicalinformation or answer any questions on stand number K005.
(Chris Henry)
The high quality USB soundcard can operate in either of two modes - stereochannels for three inputs from a PC and one return, or two channels from a PC and tworeturns. A large array of connections are provided to enable easyconnection into any DJ setup, so the 2D can be directly connected toturntables, CD players or linked to an external mixer. Digital IO (opticaland coaxial) is also provided. The Xone:3D BPM counter with LED display isincluded, which is capable of detecting a beat in music pro
The Congo console was designed " to be the most complete platform forcontrol of any device - whether that happens to be conventional dimming,automated luminaires or media servers - without losing the feel of a classiclighting control system," says Avab software developer Anders Ekvall. Otherteam members included Avab Transtechnik France's Jean-Louis Pernette andChristian Rezgui, who were instrumental in directing product development.
Just a year later, ETC introduced the Congo jr, with the same functionalityof Congo but with a smaller footprint and smaller price tag - aimed at venues like rehearsal halls or black-box t
Vestax says the VCI-100 provides features that "blur the line between hardware mixing and software control". The chassis is roughly the size of a standard Laptop, thin but highly durable, compact, and convenient for transportation.
The Jog wheel controls on the VCI-100 are constructed with high resolution pulse sensors, touch sensors, and acrylic platter mechanisms. With this combination, operations such as pitch bending, scanning and scratching can be performed with speed and accuracy. Sixty-sixsoftware parameters are assignable to the VCI-100's control section.
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Stage Electrics has also added the Pixelmad media server to its hire stock to support the Color Web system. When used together, Color Web is transformed in to a fully controllable low resolution display allowing the lighting designer to play back animated images across custom built areas. For less intensive applications there is a simple DMX control mode available to the user.
Adrian Searle, head of
dAFTdATA's patented mDMX system works by modulating the DMX data over the mains power cable - removing the need for data cabling - providing a competitively priced multi purpose solution. The system, which won a PLASA 2006 Award for Innovation, can now be configured to work either as a DMX to Ethernet convertor, or a DMX to mDMX convertor.
Each unit works as a transceiver, and so can be either an encoder from DMX to Ethernet/mDMX or a decoder from Ethernet/mDMX back to DMX. In Ethernet mode the system works with either ARTNET or WENDI protocols. In mDMX mode, a network of multiple nodes up to 400m away can be set up extremely simply. mDMX is now available in a green annodised aluminium housing and has an RRP of £400 or
Already a pro audio/music speaker brand throughout Europe, the addition of the 'Audio Contractor' range places FBT in the market for contracts and installations for PA, VA and AV.
CIE-Group - representatives for many of the UK's leading commercial audio brands including Inter-M, Armstrong i-ceilings, Atlas Sound, IC audio and EverFocus CCTV - will be undertaking a nationwide launch of the complete product range throughout the spring of this year.
CIE-Group head of marketing, Chris Edwards is highly enthusiastic about the announcement, saying: "The appointment of FBT Audio Contractor is an essential part of ou
Since its launch, Smart Socket has become one of the standard products used on internally wired lighting bars used primarily in theatre, TV, architectural and retail installations where multiple power outlets for lighting are required.
Technical director, Julian Baycock explained that 16A outlets are more often being specified as an alternative to the conventional 15A round pin 'stage lighting standard'. This is to accommodate moving head lighting fixtures, which are often fitted with 16A connectors, or for outdoor installations where higher IP ratings are essential. In response, Robolights added the 16A version to its Smart Socket range that already includes
Equipped with Tannoy's point source, constant directivity drive unit technologies (Dual Concentric or ICT), Tannoy claims that the Di (designer installation) products deliver an acoustic performance of outstanding clarity, definition and detail with class leading vocal intelligibility. All models are full bandwidth loudspeakers and will satisfy a host of commercial, professional and residential applications where environment durability (both indoor and outdoor) and high quality sonic performance are required. Suitable for background or foreground music systems in applications as diverse as theme parks, retail premises, restaurants and café
The CRMS, Cinema Ribbon Monitor System is a hybrid 3-way main- /2-way surround-system. Featuring a RBN401 pro-ribbon driver, the MHF section can act both as MHF section for the main/front system, as well as full-range surround system. This design results in a very uniform sound stage throughout the listening area. Applications include screening-rooms, post-production houses, dubbing-stages, as well as pro-level home-cinema systems.
The 3-way CR1 sound system offers a wide frequency-response in an unusually-shallow cabinet depth of only 17cm. Due to the small size and light weigh
The Variline loudspeaker boxes are equipped with premium components, says the company. Ideal for use as full-range boxes capable of delivering top quality reproduction of music and the spoken word, the systems are suitable as satellites or delay boxes in larger audio systems, says the company.
When used in horizontal format to cover a wider variety of applications - particularly high-quality installations - the midrange and high-frequency horns can be rotated through 90°; from the 12" two-way box upwards, all the full-range models c
NuQ systems are integrated, networkable sound reinforcement packages designed for portable professional audio applications. They are offered either as digitally self-powered units or as discrete loudspeakers used in conjunction with Turbosound controllers and power amplifiers. TurboDrive software gives real time control of Turbosound controllers and powered loudspeakers individually or over a network.
NuQ systems make use of advanced neodymium magnets, low distortion rotatable high frequency waveguides and pre-bent plywood construction to provide the highest possible performance, flexibility, handling and reliability, says the company. Early production units have already been road-tested by Britann
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The S4.16 features 16 selectable frequencies, and is also complete with antenna distribution, head amplifiers, cables and stands. These 16 frequencies incorporate the four license-free channels used in its sister product, Trantec's S4.4, which all operate indermodulation free. Its remote antennae is connected through Trantec's antenna distribution units, which gives the S4.16 ma
