Together, the Kramer TP-100 and TP-200 twisted pair transmitter and receiver provide an extendable and branching solution for sending computer video signals over a long distance. The TP-100 transmitter has a looping XGA input, ID bit control and two CAT5 outputs allowing it to send the original signal to two different locations simultaneously. It offers cable equalization and signal amplification for both outputs and can send the origi
Vision Systems continues its momentum in the competitive Fire market and has appointed Ventec systems, based in Leeds and Fire Suppression, based in Bristol to offer VESDA products, service, commissioning and maintenance. Both companies are strategically located and have been trained and accredited by Vision Systems Europe Ltd.
Throughout the UK, Vision Systems continues to expand its nationwide presence with handpicked VESDA wholesalers to support the fire trade. This essential investment in its channel partner relationships and the powerful functionality and versatility of VESDA very early smoke aspirating detection solutions continues to drive the success
Projection for Bat Boy The Musical utilizes two six-layer dual output Catalyst Digital Media Servers, controlled by a Hog500 console slaved to the Strand 520 master lighting desk. Video sources are displayed on the Catalyst DL1 moving light projector, two Barco SLM G8 video projectors, and a 50" Plasma Screen fitted to a scenic wall on the onstage 'revolve'. The imagery is used throughout the performance for atmospheric "implication" effects, and for supporting narrative.
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The Electronics Industry Design Awards have been running for three years and are dedicated to recognizing innovation and achievement by companies of all sizes - across the entire British electronics industry - working in creative electronics design and manufacturing. Brian Smith, managing director of FeONIC plc, said: "We are delighted to receive the award for Best Use of Techn
Kirby, who runs Coemar UK and Lighting Effects Distribution from a base in Kent, reports that having used Coemar fixtures on projects in the past, Ultimate Leisure invited him to design the rig for Leeds. Over the main dancefloor he has used four Coemar ProWash 250s as the essential beam effects, complementing the moving yokes with eight Geni Shiva scanners, four Geni Bursts (rotating barrel effects) and two high-powered Hungaroflash EUDMX strobes. The entire system
The 2,500sq.m nightclub lies beneath a vaulted ceiling, and has a spacious disco floor, as well as two exclusive areas for private parties and VIPs. Nine bars located on the three levels operate around the clock. The N
According to Midas-KT sales and marketing director, David Cooper, it was an interesting moment for all concerned. "We've known Robbie for a very long time, and we know him to be a die-hard fan of Midas analogue consoles, especially of the legendary XL4 EQ. We also know him to be extremely outspoken and not afraid to say exactly what he thinks; indeed he's gone on record a number of times to say that while a digital console may have its uses in certain applications, if it's impeccable audio quality you're after, then nothing can
The world's very first digital delay and reverb units were created in Klark Teknik Research's laboratory, and their descendants remain in common usage all over the world to this day. However, it was the company's concepts for equalization devices that really changed the world of professional audio. Its earliest designs eventually matured into the world-famous DN360, that incidentally celebrates twenty years this year as the standard graphic EQ for audio professional everywhere.
Klark Teknik continues to remain true to the founding principles of the Clarke brothers: innovation in design f
Besides the benefits of customized DMX control, the Ego X4 can operate in either auto or music trig mode. In trig mode variable behavior tuning allows DJs to adjust how aggressively the effect reacts to music. A remote control is also available. The Ego X4's cool, composite design houses a powerful 250W, 1000-hour halogen lamp. Combined with a bidirectional parabolic reflector with highly reflective mirrors, projection is exceptionally bright.
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The concept of Hamburg-based set designer and architect Juergen Hassler (Hassler Entertainment), the show was technically realized with assistance from CT Germany. The full-service providers and LED specialists supplied the complete technology package, including more than 100sqm of Barco LED modules and 12sqm of VersaLIGHTGUIDE, in tandem projection - as well as the technical project management and full on-site service.
Almost 300 modules of Barco ILite 6 LED were inserted into a uniquely sized LED ring measuring 18.5m in diameter. The LED, whi
Tutondo has considerable experience integrating audio and public address systems across a range of vertical markets. It offers services that help its customers fulfil the goal of synchronizing their IT, audio and communications needs.
"The powerful out-of-the-box functionality of Millbank will enable us to build and deploy best-of-breed public address systems more quickly and efficiently" said Domenico Nadal, president at Tutondo. "This, coupled with Vision Systems reputation for supporting partners with exceptional education and support, convinced us to commit to selling this solution over other alternatives"
"We are delighted to welcome Tutondo
Following the launch of the new Pioneer Pro DJ DVJ-X1 unit in March 2004 at the Musikmesse Show in Germany, the Pioneer Pro DJ team has joined forces with Space, Ibiza and the UK's DJ Magazine to create a dramatically different club experience taking place on Sunday 3 October.
Advancing upon the freedom of expression the CDJs provided; Pioneer Pro DJ's DVJ-X1 unit allows DJs to play DVDs of tracks, for which they have prepared suitable visuals, and to affect them spontaneously in real time. Blurring the boundaries between audio and visual art forms within one unit, this technology is set to enhance the existing experience of club goers worldwide. Pioneer Pro DJ's groundbreakers in
Through it all, a High End Systems Catalyst Pro v3.0 Media Server added hair-raising highlights to the corporate coiffure, the company say. LD JJ Wulf specified Catalyst along with 48 High End Systems Studio Spot CMY automated luminaires and a Flying Pig Systems Wholehog IIconsole for control. PRG provided the production gear.
Wulf explains the set-up: "We had 24 of the 4-k projectors using both Catalyst outputs. (Note: the Sanyo PLC-XP46 projectors used in this event are the same projectors used in the DL1 Digital Light fixture.) I also controlled the video switching through
"We're bringing new, innovative ideas to the marketplace and creating solutions, says Lloyd. "We've identified gaps in the market and are using our expertise and imagination to create forward thinking design ideas which we'll licence to manufacturers and end users."
Alongside product development, GDS will offer design engineering and business development consultancy - the specialist fields from which both directors hail.
Recently the partners in AVC decided that they could serve the needs of their market better as part of a larger group - at the same time Electrosonic Ltd was looking for ways in which it could expand its geographical coverage. Because the companies know each other well, having traded together since AVC's founding, their coming tog
The line up saw a role call of the great-and-the-good in the world of guitar heroes from past and present - starring Dave Gilmour, Gary Moore, Amy Winehouse, Phil Manzenera, Brian May, Joe Walsh and many, many more. Bandit worked with producers, Field Services (production manager Pete Edmonds), and lighting designer Baz Halpin collaborated with set designer Mark Fisher to produce a look that comprised a primary scenic truss overstage - in the shape of the reversed Fender "F", constructed from A-type trussing sections plus and a selection of custom-built pieces. Measuring approxim
Under the direction of Architects - Burrell, Foley, Fischer, the Edwardian theatre has been expanded and completely re-designed to offer a state-of-the-art facility. As a repertory theatre, it will produce up to 10 productions a year and will work with local schools and amateur theatre groups to truly represent the community.
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Patent number 6,788,011 relates in part to an LED-based lighting system comprising a user interface and an addressable controller that receives a network signal: it attempts to include any and all such protocols, among them DMX512. This allows control of colour, intensity, and the creation of dynamic effects in both standalone and networked environments. The patent extends Color Kinetics' coverage of techniques for controlling the output of LEDs beyond pulse width modulation, for which it received a controversial earlier patent.
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There analysis identifies three distinct types of company behaviour now prevalent in the industry. According to Plimsoll, 68 of the companies featured in the report are losing money. Typically they are delivering -3.8% margins, yet their average sales growth is healthy. The report questions whether their strategy of capturing market share at the expense of profit sustainable. A further 84 companies hardly break even, typicall
Francesca Filpi has been organizing The Wells Summer School for three years now, based at the Beechwood Sacred Heart School in Tunbridge Wells, Kent and held this year over a period of ten days in August. Here a relationship has been forged between The Wells teaching faculty from The Royal Ballet and Harlequin providing roll out dance floor solutions. In the main hall of the school, Harlequin covered the hard parquet wood floor with Harlequin Studio flooring, which was also the choice to cover the wooden flooring in a large marquee erected in the school grounds. The solution for the Auditorium wood
"Even we were surprised at how the show has taken off in just its second year," said black light managing director and show organizer Gavin Stewart. "It was a fantastically successful event and the feedback from all round has been extremely positive. Scotland and the north of England are hotbeds
Entertainers featured in the show included Mexican superstar Thalía, Colombian heartthrob Juanes, and pop music sensation Paulina Rubio. The stars gave performances and received awards on an expansive stage that was decorated as a dance club, complete with a DJ booth and V.I.P. lounge area. The show's production crew included lighting director/programmer Felix Peralta, lighting director John Daniels, Catalyst programmer Jason Rudolph, head electrician Angus Sinex, and mov
