XLNT Advanced Technologies Announces XLNT CyberMotion Motion Control System

XLNT Advanced Technologies just announced their latest product at ProLight + Sound in Frankfurt Germany, the XLNT CyberMotion control system. XLNT CyberMotion offers a complete range of motion products designed specifically for the entertainment industry. Developed by XLNT Advanced Technologies, SIL3 certified state of the art technology was used to create a unique series of intercompatible road-ready products for breathtaking shows and cost efficient global touring.

Intelligent, variable speed chain hoists, winches, trolley beams and other motion control mechanics, instantly add movement and velocity to permanent installations, multi-purpose venues, concert touring and theatre, TV or event productions of any size.

A convenient integrated truss concept significantly reduces load volumes, the time needed for set-up and tear-down and the required number of onsite staff. All XLNT CyberMotion products are multi-voltage and suitable for global use. The plug & play CyberMotion system provides a choice of two intelligent, variable speed chain hoists, the XLNT CHII-Hoist, for world-wide touring and spectacular shows, and the XLNT C-Hoist, designed for multi-purpose venues, permanent installation and theatres.

The XLNT C-Winch is an intelligent, high-speed winch for ultra-fast lifting and movement of lightweight objects with 0.1 mm positioning accuracy. XLNT C-Track and XLNT C-Trolley provide a versatile, wide beam monorail track system suitable for truss suspension and floor mounting, with a wireless trolley system for spectacular 3D movement.

Complementing all these is XLNT C-Truss, smart, dedicated truss solutions to integrate XLNT CyberMotion products into a grid concept and maximize headroom. C-Truss increases return on investment by reducing set-up and tear-down times and optimizing logistics.

Providing programming and show control is the new, dedicated XLNT MotionCue3D, an intuitive front-end operating console for intelligent, object oriented programming of complex 3D objects with 0.1 mm accuracy, using CAD and animation software. It provides real-time 360° view and position tracking and allows freely assignable points of rotation per object or cue.

Finally, distributing the system’s power and data respectively are XLNT C-Power,  solid-state power distribution in durable steel housing, and XLNT DataMotion, a road-proof and reliable Ethernet data distribution to keep equipment working under all circumstances.

As well as being SIL3 Certified CyberMotion is compliant with all international safety standards and codes of practice (EN61508, DIN56950, BS, FEM, UL), built using industrial grade technology to last and perform with a tireless duty cycle, and features practical, compact design.

XLNT Advanced Technologies is an international company, solidly grounded in the entertainment industry. Our passion for technology and experience in entertainment form a solid foundation for the products we design and manufacture. We focus on innovations that will broaden creative horizons and meet uncompromising needs for safety and touring while increasing return on investment.

MADRIX to Announce PLEXUS at ProLight + Sound

The MADRIX PLEXUS is a brand new hardware interface from the makers of the LED lighting control software MADRIX. The PLEXUS will be officially presented at Prolight+Sound 2011. The new MADRIX PLEXUS expands the MADRIX product range of hardware interfaces, which already includes the MADRIX NEO and the USBone.

The PLEXUS is mainly a USB 2.0 DMX512 interface. It controls up to 1024 DMX channels per device via DMX512 or Art-Net and works as a stand-alone interface or live controller. It is the first and only interface to offer stand-alone playback of MADRIX light shows and effects. 2x DMX-IN/OUT ports, 1x Ethernet port, 1x Extension port, 1x USB port, and the SD-Card slot make this new device more versatile than any before it.

The PLEXUS hardware is tightly integrated with the MADRIX software. MADRIX allows users to create complex lighting scenes without much difficulty. And the PLEXUS was built around one main feature: MADRIX stand- alone playback. Users are now given a professional and feature-rich tool to configure and run sophisticated, time-controlled light shows without the need for a computer during the show. Additionally, a master-slave sync mode ensures that data is sent out synchronously, also across several DMX universes when multiple devices are connected in one single installation.

The PLEXUS hardware and MADRIX software form a powerful bundle. Best of all, the MADRIX software license for 1024 DMX channels is already included.

Midiator to Preview V2.0 of the VisionOS at Prolight+Sound 2011

At the Prolight+Sound in Frankfurt, Midiator will present a preview of the upcoming V2.0 of the VisionOS, the core of the Vision Pro console. This new version will incorporate many new features developed in close collaboration with end-users and will be a major upgrade of the software as introduced on last year’s PLASA show. The 2.0 features give users the option to create complex shows ranging from live ‘busking’ widget interfaces to a complete programmed timeline show, in which the focus remains on the Awarded gesture-based interface environment.

The preview of this new version will include the following features: A new unified cue engine where cues can consist of up to 1000 devices and their variables, a grab ’n store functionality whereby settings on external devices can be stored with the press of one button and a new state engine which give users full real-time feedback of activity of the cue. All these features are also integrated in other upcoming features like timeline and scripting functionality.

Robe to Launch Five New Products at Prolight + Sound 2011

ROBIN MMX Spot
This new fixture is the new generation of 1200W Spot fixtures and the first in a new series of Robe moving lights designed to be energy efficient and smaller in keeping with the ROBIN (Robe Innovative Technology). The MMX Spot is compact, lightweight and has a small base and expediently sized, and is expected to be a major hit with rental companies and installations alike.

Using the innovative Phillips MSR Platinum 35 lamp, and combined with a sophisticated optical system, the MMX Spot is a true equivalent of any 1200W Spotlight moving head on the market today. In some features, the MMX is as bright as a 1500W spotlight and at the same time energy saving – consuming about 30% less power than the current 1200W products.

ROBIN 300 LEDWash
Following the ROBIN 600 LEDWash, Robe’s fastest ever selling product, comes the 300 version which is even smaller and neater in construction, with all the features of the 600 at a highly competitive price.

This will be ideal for small installations and places where space is at a premium. There is the option to simulate tungsten lamp behavior when dimming and switching off, complete with ‘red effect’ and thermal delay. Made with the same Cree 10W multichip RGBW LEDs as the 600 LEDWash, it has all the fabulous colour mixing and homogenisation qualities of the 600, plus true whites with a selection of pre-programmed color temperatures   (2700, 3200, 4200, 5600 & 8000K).

CityFlex 48
A completely user configurable LED ‘batten’ consisting of 4 modules using the latest Cree 10W RGBW multichip LEDs. These customizable units have a strong and uniform light output and are suitable for any application. The unique design (patent pending) allows multiple lighting formats from one fixture – be it a compact floodlight format, traditional linear LED format or a variety of different angled options. The fixture´s incredible flexibility means previously unobtainable effects are now available ….. from a single unit.

Housed in a durable aluminum IP 65 rated casing, the CityFlex48 has excellent color mixing from a single-point-of-source with a definable pixel pitch.  A universal mounting system gives multiple rigging options for floor, wall or on to trussing. A separate quiet convection cooled control unit running via DMX or RDM allows easy setup via control display screens, while DMX and power lines can be daisy chained via Powercon connectors.

ROBIN 600 PureWhite
Following huge demand for high quality moving LED fixtures in the wake of  its ROBIN 600 LEDWash (RGBW), Robe launches the ROBIN 600 PureWhite, a white version for applications like TV, theatres, exhibitions and conferences and anywhere needing a high quality, low powered white light with all the features and functionality of a moving light – like pan/tilt & zoom etc.

There will be 3 versions – cool white (CW) at 6000K, warm white (WW) at 3200K and Smart White (SW), which is variable from 3200 – 6500K. Used as a traditional white light source, the ROBIN 600 PureWhite has the potential to dramatically reduce heat output in studios, emitting virtually no heat due to its superior cooling management. Costs will be further slashed because less AC will be required to keep studios at a comfortable temperature for everyone working.

The ROBIN 600 PureWhite features the same 3 rings of 10W Cree multichip LEDs as its color changing counterpart, a fully homogenized light engine with no shadows or pixelation, producing a beautiful smooth quality of light throughout the full beam path. The Cree multichip combined with Robe’s lens optimization has enabled perfect whites to be produced by the ROBIN 600 PureWhite series. Ring control, and dimming and other features and effects are all the same as the LEDWash 600 RGBW, making this a massively versatile ground breaking addition to Robe’s ROBIN range.

DigitalSpot 3500 DT
The new Robe DigitalSpot 3500 DT is a more powerful, enhanced version of the very successful DigitalSpot 3000 DT, retaining all the best loved features of the original unit, together with a host of new ones. Combining the technologies of a moving light and video projector, Robe produces another powerful tool for their Digital Series.

Features include:

• BenQ MX 660 projector using TI® DLP® technology
• Contrast Ratio of 5000:1
• 3200 ANSI lumen light output
• Options for DVI/VGA or SDI/ASI grabbing cards
• Composite video input via BNC connector

 

Video From #ProLight + Sound 2010 #PLS2010

My good friend Peter Kirkup is on the ground in Frankfurt Germany working the show for his company, Zero 88.  Peter put together another one of his trade show videos.  It seems like PLS is all about the LASERs just like LDI 2009 was!  Thanks Peter for sharing the video!

ChamSys Announces MagicDMX, A USB DMX Interface

I received a message from ChamSys yesterday and all it contained was this…

www.magicDMX.com

Looks like ChamSys is announcing a USB DMX Interface called MagicDMX.  It is a single Universe or 512 channel DMX converter that works with ChamSys MagicQ PC Based Lighting Controller. The MagicDMX interface device contains the processor that handles the DMX control signal and NOT the computer. What does that mean?  All of the timing and control signal is handled within the DMX interface and doesn’t rely on the computers processor to do the thinking. This is a huge advantage in the DMX interface!

There are two versions of the MagicDMX interface that will be available, the MagicDMX Basic for users that wish to get familiar with the MagicQ control software and the MagicDMX Full for experienced and users looking for more control and functions.

Pricing and availability has not yet been released, but I have heard that ChamSys just might have the MagicDMX on display and demo in their stand at ProLight + Sound this week in Frankfurt Germany.

Barco/High End Welcomes Intellaspot XT-1 at ProLight + Sound

Barco/High End Systems just announced their offerings at ProLight + Sound this morning. One of the new offerings form the company is the new Intellaspot XT-1.  They also announced a new hybrid switcher and mixer for video/ lighting controller, the SDI-DMX Mixer Pro. Here is more from the press release.

Two new product announcements round out Barco’s new offerings at the 2010 Pro Light and Sound expo. First is the SDI-DMX Mixer Pro, a hybrid switcher that offers users the ability to switch, mix and matrix four video inputs to four video outputs — directly from any DMX lighting controller. Today’s controllers are required to interface with an ever-increasing number of sources and destinations, such as DL.3s, DML-1200s, Axon media servers, cameras, projectors and screens. To ease and simplify the overall control task, the new SDI-DMX Mixer Pro places the power of video switching and crossfades directly into the lighting designer’s hands.

The second and most important product announcement is the brilliant new intellaspot XT-1, an advanced lighting fixture from Barco that’s designed to set a new benchmark in price and performance for mid-market customers. As the industry’s newest professional moving luminaire, the intellaspot XT-1 follows last year’s successful introduction of Cyberlight 2.0. The intellaspot XT-1 offers remarkable innovations in optics, lamp configurations, high lumen output, energy efficiency, zoom range, and overall feature set — all at a highly economical price point. The intellaspot XT-1 is slated for release at the end of Q2.

Photos and prices have not been announced on either of the two new products. They are on display in Barco/High Ends stand at ProLight + Sound this week.  If you are attending the show in Frankfurt Germany, be sure to stop by and snag some pictures to share.

UPDATE:

Looks like Barco/High End just posted a short video and more information on the Intellaspot XT-1 on their web site – www.barco.com

Sneak Peak: Zero 88 Prepares to Announce ZerOS Remote for iPhone

My inbox is being over run with announcements and leaks for new products that are being shown later this week at ProLight + Sound in Frankfurt Germany.  It looks like Zero 88 is preparing to announce a new product, the ZerOS Remote for the iPhone and iPod Touch.  Doing a quick search on the iTunes App Store, it looks like the app has not been approved yet by Apple.

No details were included with the email, but it is safe to assume that the ZerOS remote works with Zero 88 flagship console, the ORB desk and their Frog line up of consoles. As with most remote apps for lighting desk out there, I would have to venture a guess that the ZerOS Remote App connects to the lighting desk via a wireless access point over WIFI.

From the screen grabs of the app, it looks like you have quite a bit of control of your lights via the app. Seems like there is a view for each screen and programming section of the console.  Such as palettes, key pad, encoders and even the Frog style wheels for playback.

I am expecting to hear more about the ZerOS Remote App before ProLight + Sound starts on Wednesday.  If you are attending the show, be sure to stop by Zero 88’s stand, B54 in Hall 11.0.

ZerOS Remote App Screen Shots

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Rumor Mill: Something up Barco’s Sleeves for ProLight + Sound

Like I said earlier, ProLight + Sound is just around the bend and all the exhibitors are leaking like a sieve.  Over the weekend I heard from a very reliable source deep with in the Barco family that Barco too has a number of new products to announce and show off at ProLight + Sound in Frankfurt Germany later this week.

We will be showing many enhancements, upgrades and new products geared towards strengthening the digital lighting and moving luminaire product lines.

That is literally all I got.  What does it mean?  Has that engineering genius, Richard Belliveau from High End come up with something revolutionary… AGAIN? Is Barco planning to announce a new product from their recently purchased LED and video division of Element Labs? I am hounding my source for more details and will hopefully hear something before the show begins on Wednesday.

Multiform Lighting to Announce New LED Products at ProLight + Sound

ProLight + Sound must be right around the corner, more and more product announcements are coming out of the wood work.  I just received a press release from Multiform Lighting, an LED manufacture that is distributed by Apollo Design here in the states, that they will be announcing and showing off a couple of new LED products at ProLight + Sound in Frankfurt Germany.

First up, they will be adding a new range of LED products that are aimed a the architainment market, the AmbiLED Range.

AmbiStrip -3C/M

The AmbiStrip is a medium-sized RGB LED strip light, designed to provide colour mixing outline/edge illumination to suspended ceilings, bar counters, frosted glass elements and other indirect lighting applications. Designed to be driven by a 24V constant voltage power supply like the AmbiLED APS series for control of colour and brightness they use 140 LEDs consuming 8.3W/m.

Available in lengths of 1000, 500 and 250mm to accommodate various mounting setups, the LED strips are housed in a 30mm dia PC tube with molded end caps allowing tubes to be installed end to end. The AmbiStrips can also be linked using 4 core cable and are supplied with clip-on wall holders for simple installation.

AmbiPower – APS060W

The AmbiLED range of LED ambient lighting fixtures is brought to life with power and control via the AmbiPower range of intelligent power supplies. The entry-level model APS060W combines a power supply with DMX-control for distributed RGB LED lighting systems that are centrally controlled. The wall-mount shape and terminal block connections makes this core unit the lighting installer’s perfect solution. A single AmbiPower 60W unit can drive up to 7m of AmbiStrip lighting. Using 4 Channel DMX control, the unit includes 19 preset colours and 17 chases for stand alone operation and can also be used with most other 24V RGB LED lighting sources and displays.

MultiBar – LS4195

A budget priced portable LED stage lighting system for Small Bands, Dance Groups, Exhibition Displays and Mobile DJs.The MultiBar comprises 4 MultiSpot Ell RGB fixtures, mounted on a 1m. extruded aluminium cross bar housing a 16 Channel DMX controlled power supply. The sophisticated switched mode power supply has 4 Internal and 3 DMX modes allowing stand alone operation or remote control by a DMX desk.Designed to be mounted on a 35mm dia. tripod stand, or suspended from a truss or lighting bar, it has a mains input of 90-250 V 50/60 Hz and will operate in most countries of the world. The MultiBar LS4195 is supplied in a road proof flight case, with compartments for an optional LC400F footswitch and a MultiLED LC300H controller.

MultiSpot Ell LS1195

The Multispot ECO-II is a medium-power RGB LED light source with an output of 342 lumens and the successor to our proven entry-level model Multispot Eco. The upgrade includes a different R:G:B ratio for better colour mixing performance, and a switch mode power supply for improved energy saving and less heat emission, thus enhancing environmental protection. Specifically targeting fixed installations, it is available in three colour finishes – grey, black and white.

MultiSpot HP LS1009

The Multispot HP is a versatile 685 lumen LED lighting fixture with a space saving shape. Neatly fitting within most box trusses, this unit becomes a quiet, bright truss warmer in addition to uplighting walls and spotlighting features. Architectural and commercial projects will benefit from the sleek design and low maintenance the MultiSpot HP offers. The use of a medium-density array of 9 x 3W MulTriCell © LED devices, which are forced-air cooled using Multiform’s unique DSC technology, allows a much higher brightness and light consistency than any standard LED fixture, but provides quieter operation with less need for airflow by the temperature-controlled cooling fan.

MultiBeam HP LS1018

The MuliBeam HP provides twice the light output of the smaller MultiSpot HP unit, while maintaining the sleek design favored in many architectural applications. Event producers will appreciate the smooth, even colour washes the MultiBeam HP produces for uplighting walls and tents. Rugged and durable for rental and event companies, the MultiBeam HP uses 18 x 3W MuiTriCell ©LED devices to produce a uniform, fringe free colour output. Using 4 Channel DMX control, it also offers 19 preset colours and 17 chase patterns for stand alone operation.

In addition to these new products, Multiform will also have on display the MultiSpot, MultiWash, MultiFlood and MultiWall LED fixtures and the MiltiLED and MultiFoot controllers.  If you are attending ProLighting + Sound this week, stop by the Multiform stand at E04 in Hall 11.  You can read more about Multiform and their products by visiting their web site at www.multiform-lighting.com.

Update: Martin M1 Lighting Control Desk with Photo

FINALLY, a name has been announced about Martin’s new control desk, it’s called the M1. Martin has even added the M1 to there web site well before the desk unveiling at ProLight + Sound in Frankfurt Germany next week.  Looking over the “manual” that Martin has made available, it looks as though development or at least the proper manual is still in the works.  All that was found in the manual are more features, control interfaces and physical layout of the desk.

Maybe well see more about how the M1 desk functions before ProLight + Sound.

Update: Martin’s Offerings at ProLight + Sound

All I can say is ask, and you shall receive! From the Martin Press Release:

On display in Hall 9.0 stand B91 will be all new LED moving heads including a hard edge LED luminaire that surpasses anything that has come before it. Other top innovations include a new generation indoor/outdoor LED screen, a high-output profile moving head with continuous rotation framing, a powerful beam fixture in the MAC family, new LED lights for indoor and outdoor use, as well as a new Exterior range of outdoor luminaires.

Several new user-friendly control and media server solutions will also feature including a powerful, all-in-one lighting console that sets new standards in simplicity for a full featured desk. A full complement of Jem and Magnum smoke machines will also be on display.

MAC 350 Entour™: The MAC 350 Entour is a cutting edge LED profile fixture that surpasses what has previously been possible in terms of brightness, efficiency and compactness in a hard edge LED fixture. Featuring proprietary LED technology, it is the market’s first real alternative to traditional HID-based profile fixtures. In a package smaller and lighter than market leading 250 watt fixtures, the MAC 350 Entour exceeds even 300 watt fixtures in brightness.

MAC III Performance™: The MAC III Performance is a high-output profile moving head with a new interleaved framing system with full crossover of each blade and industry-first continuous rotation for new and unlimited projection, framing and effects possibilities. It is available as a stand-alone fixture or as an easy-to-swap module that installs in minutes on any MAC III Profile™, eliminating the need to invest in two separate fixtures.

EC-20™: The EC series represents the new generation of indoor and outdoor LED screens, combining low weight and creativity with state-of-the-art image quality. It combines the image quality and precision of conventional high resolution screens (20 mm pixel pitch) with the creativity and low weight of mesh type screens. Featuring outstanding image quality and semi-transparency, the EC-20 is designed for rapid setup and teardown in combination with maximum flexibility and easy serviceability.

MAC 401 CT Zoom™: The MAC 401 CT Zoom is an exceptionally versatile color temperature variable white light source wash luminaire with fast zoom. The MAC 401 CT Zoom not only delivers more light than traditional RGB LED fixtures, but projects a much better light quality, making it excellent for highlighting skin tones or textiles. Highly efficient, power consumption is much lower than traditional tungsten washlights. It is also available as a module that easily fits onto either side of any MAC 401 Dual, creating a white light or color plus white light source.

MAC 2000 Beam XB™ and MAC 2000 Beam™: Easily convert any MAC 2000 Wash XB™ or MAC 2000 Wash™ luminaire into a powerful beam fixture with an inexpensive conversion kit that installs in minutes. Amazingly bright, the MAC 2000 Beam XB also includes smooth dimming, strobe, full color mixing, variable CTO, color wheel, gobos and a real 1:3 wash zoom.

M1™: M1 is the next generation lighting controller from Martin Professional. With the full power of a larger desk and the agility of a smaller one, the M1 is a state-of-the-art, all-in-one lighting desk. Following the philosophy and simplicity of our current controller platform, the Martin M1 sets a new standard as the most powerful and affordable full-featured lighting console on the market.

Exterior 400 Range™: The Exterior 400 Range brings maximum design flexibility to outdoor lighting. These new LED washes consist of two extremely powerful RGBW color mixing fixtures (separate color pixels or pre-mixed), one white light fixture featuring a super wide color temperature range, and a single color variant. Long or short throw, mixed or single color, warm or cold white, the Exterior 400 Range does it all.

Tripix™: The Tripix 1200 and Tripix 300 are the first fixtures in a new Martin line of IP66 rated outdoor LED luminaires. These two attractively designed striplights are fast to install and are the first architectural fixtures from Martin to use tricolor LEDs for superior color mixing directly at the lens.

Easypix™: Easypix is a modular, plug-and-play LED striplight designed to enhance interior spaces in a wide variety of applications. Built for ultimate ease-of-use with full spectrum RGB color mixing, a choice of diffuser lenses, and an exceptionally easy means of installation, it is a simple yet highly capable dynamic lighting solution.

Maxedia 4™: Dozens of new features and improvements have been implemented into Maxedia to make the market’s most user-friendly media server even easier to use. New plug-ins for never before seen effects, new PufferSpheretm plug-ins, new super fast capture cards and other updates set the standard for HD playback quality, stability and ease of use.

Ether2DMX8™: Ether2DMX8 is a high capable DMX router and much more! As a DMX router, it translates Artnet protocol into DMX in/out universes but can also be used as a DMX merger, DMX splitter hub, fail safe device, cue playback, and DMX viewer monitor.

Jem ZR44 Hi-Mass™: Leading the way as the preferred fog machine for the professional market over the last decade, the Jem ZR33 Hi-Mass™ has undergone a thorough makeover that preserves its reputation as a reliable and highly efficient fogger. The new Jem ZR44 Hi-Mass features improvements in overall performance and fluid type, as well as advances in digital functionality such as RDM compatibility.