The projection onto a domed ceiling was the brainchild of Vilamoura's resident engineer Joel Pais and entertainment technical director Jorge Sousa. The DigitalSpots - all running the new 2.0 version software - were supplied by Robe's Portuguese distributor NAN, for whom the project was co-ordinated by technical specialist Luis Vidigal.
NAN initially arranged a demo of the DigitalSpots to Joel Pais and Jorge Sousa who at the time were deciding between two brands of digital moving light. The DigitalSpot 7000 DT fixture was chosen as the most flexible option, and also because of its two onboard LED modules. Pais & Sousa also wanted a unit that would handle multiple projections from many different sources including SDI inputs, internal content or that streamed across the network.
The Casino's main stage lighting rig already contains 12 Robe ColorSpot and 12 ColorWash 575E AT moving lights.
In addition to projecting a combination of abstract graphics plus promotions and advertising stings, live images - from cameras dotted around the venue - are also streamed to the DigitalSpots. These show onstage action from the various stage shows, jackpot 'moments', slot machines and general casino buzz and activity. All this helps build the atmosphere and give guests a taste of all the different offerings they can enjoy in the venue.
(Jim Evans)
