Seeing the Show, Not the Lighting
When asked what advice he would give an up and coming lighting designer, Rick Fisher, LD for Billy Elliot on Broadway, offers a practical response… Read More »Seeing the Show, Not the Lighting
Seeing the Show, Not the Lighting
ETC Expands Unison with Mosaic Show Control Line
ETC Mosaic
MIDDLETON, WI — ETC (Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.) announces that it is expanding its Unison control system with the Mosaic line of show controllers. In an agreement with Pharos Architectural Controls Limited, ETC’s Unison Mosaic Show Control System is based on the Pharos show-control technologies including a range of software, controllers, and accessories.
American Idol Requires 17 Cameras, Quick Change of Venue, Uses PRG Bad Boys
LOS ANGELES — Production Resource Group (PRG) supported Kieran Healy’s lighting design for the finale of American Idol’s eighth season, a show that included a long list of guests along with the naming of winner Kris Allen over runner-up Adam Lambert.
Peace Bridge Shines with LED Lighting from Philips
BUFFALO, NY — The Peace Bridge linking the U.S. and Canada has undergone a $1.2 million upgrade that includes the use of nearly 700 ColorBlast Powercore and ColorReach Powercore fixtures from Philips Color Kinetics.
Enttec MIDIwing Software
Enttec recently announced the release of its new MIDIwing control software. MIDIwing, in conjunction with Enttec’s already established playback, shortcut and programming wings, gives users the ability to define MIDI note or ASCII triggers for any lighting or media control device that will listen to the protocol.
Gefen Wireless Video
Gefen’s two new Wireless VGA Extenders are available in long range and short range versions. The GefenTV Wireless VGA Extender LR delivers video with analog L/R audio up to 100 feet, offering users the ability to tap into multiple Wi-Fi channels for optimal signal transmission.
Christie LX400 3LCD Projector
The new Christie LX400 is an XGA 4000 ANSI lumens projector with 1000:1 contrast ratio. It weighs 15.8 pounds (7.2 kg) and includes an integrated carrying handle and cabinet. Among the key features are auto keystone, a customizable start-up screen, and Kensington™ style slot and security bar anti-theft devices.
Broadcast Pix 3G Switcher Frame
Broadcast Pix announced a new 3G Switcher Frame as an upgrade for its Slate G Series of live video production systems. The new frame is native 3Gbps 1080p/60 and provides simultaneous multi-definition SDI I/O for 1080p, 1080i, 720p and standard definition and DVI.
Barco 3Gbps-Ready Multi-Format Switchers
The new FSN Series multi-format video production switcher from Barco integrates SD-SDI, HD-SDI, 3Gbps, VGA, and DVI resolutions. The first in the series are the FSN-150, a 1.5 Mix-Effect (M/E) control console and the FSN-1400, the system’s 14-slot video processing chassis.
Martin Maxedia 4 RC
The preview release of Martin Professional’s new version Maxedia software, Maxedia 4 RC, is now available. It is the latest software update for the Maxedia media server.
Tomcat Core
Tomcat is introducing a new line of truss called Core. Its initially launch consists of 12-inch-by-12-inch, 12-inch-by-18-inch and 20.5-inch-by-20.5-inch box truss that is 24 percent stronger, slightly lighter and less expensive.
Show Distribution Rigging Remote
Show Distribution has introduced a new handheld computer controller designed for the entertainment rigging industry. It can synchronize positions and balance loads on 250+ hoists of any make or model, including winches and scenery elevators.