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Martin Professional at Frankfurt

Martin Professional will have a stand full of products at Pro Light + Sound in Frankfurt in late March (28-31).

The MAC TW1 is a 1200W tungsten wash fixture that brings to the stage avant-garde features and patent pending technology to equip the lighting designer with the broadest possibility of effects, colours and design. A twin lens zoom system, full CMY colour mixing and choice of internal or external electronic dimming are contained in a sturdy magnesium structure that allows the fast and silent convection of heat away from the back of the fixture. The MAC TW1 is also available with a new breed of 80V lamp that offers a far superior output to traditional mains voltage lamps.

The Stagebar 54 is a bright, high efficiency LED pixel bar with RGB, Amber and ‘true’ white colour mixing (RGBAW) for a broader colour spectrum and greater range of pastel shades than other LED lights in its class. The Stagebar 54 features an automatic colour calibration technique which assures that colours are always balanced to each other and show correctly. Light output is constant, regardless of ambient temperatures, and different lens angles give greater flexibility and a wider variety of application. Stagebar 54 also features high speed video capability. Mounting, connectivity and serviceability are all made easy and regulated fan speed ensures outstanding heat management, ensuring the fixture’s long term performance. Industry standard DMX 512 controllable with HSI (Hue, Saturation, Intensity) control, Stagebar 54 is light weight yet built to withstand the rigors of the touring market. It comes in a small or large version.

An extremely bright semi-transparent LED wall, the Martin LC 2140 LED curtain offers true RGB colour illumination and features an automatic colour calibration technique which assures that colours are always balanced to each other and show correctly. Useful in a wide variety of applications - and specially prepared for TV studios due to the (Genlock) feature - no cumbersome external power supplies are necessary as each unit features a direct power in and power out connector. Each unit contains a switch mode power supply covering all worldwide voltages, so there is only need for one unit type anywhere you travel. In addition, the LC 2140 has direct in and out DVI connections for video signal with simple daisy chain capability. Light weight yet with a tough construction built to withstand the rigors of the touring market, modules are exceptionally service friendly. Easy to assemble, they come in a 2 x 1 meter size.

Offering a simple plug and play digital media solution for clubs and retail environments, Maxedia Compact defines the consumer level for the growing media server market. It offers Maxedia software in an attractive and small system designed for powerful video and animation playback and real time manipulation.

Martin Professional has released application software Version 2.0 for both the Maxxyz and Maxxyz PC controllers. Martin has also released Maxxyz OS (Operating System) 2.0. Version 2.0 software adds a host of useful features and feature updates to the Maxxyz controller range including a complete redesign of the Graphical User Interface, fixture cloning, an auto update feature, online help support, new menu system, hot keys keyboard shortcuts and much more.

Colour Fox is a wall-mounted DMX controller with intuitive and intelligent touch and the ideal control solution for Martin’s range of Exterior luminaires, Cyclo RGB+W fluorescent fixtures and StageBar 54 LED series. A unique colour management system combines various fixture types and adjusts output for best colour uniformity. Optimized for control of up to 100 individual fixtures (maximum of 512 channels), Colour Fox’s pixMove software allows for the creation of static and dynamic presets.

Light Fox is an easy-to-use, wall-mounted, playback controller optimized for Martin’s range of Cyclo RGB+W fluorescent fixtures and StageBar 54 series but capable of controlling all types of RGBWA fixtures. Easy to install, up to 20 static or dynamic Presets can be recalled for simple and quick atmosphere adjustments. Intensity and speed are adjustable for instant mood manipulation.

Martin innovation combines with a spectrum of deep saturated colours in a compact laser unit that revives the eighties obsession with laser effects. The DMX controllable Martin RGB Laser 1.6 is a unique and hassle-free Class 4 white light laser with balanced cool white that comes in an extremely compact housing – unique for a laser with such power and speed. With simple plug-and-play operations, software package included, hundreds of pre-installed effects, and a cooling system that eliminates the need for expensive and bulky water cooling, the RGB Laser 1.6 is all about performance made easy.

The Mania EFX700 is a stunningly visual, high powered 150W discharge effect light - a dazzling flower effect with an array of vibrant colours, 12 cool new gobo designs, mechanical dimmer, separate shutter for fast strobe effect, and 12 pre programmed macros to keep the dance floor jumping. Astoundingly bright for a 150W discharge effect, the Mania EFX700 casts an impressive and widely dispersed display of aerial effects from a rotating parabolic mirror dish.

The Mania EFX800 is a 150W discharge effect light - a broad sweeping flower effect punched through a rotating glass colour paddle. The light output has an amazing 170 degree spread - wider than any flower effect light in its class, which means you can cover more space with fewer fixtures. The EFX800 houses a separate gobo wheel with 12 gobos, rotating parabolic mirror dish, mechanical dimmer, separate shutter for fast strobe effect and 12 pre programmed macros.

Martin’s industry standard Jem Roadie X-Stream is now available in a high output compact version. Based around the same principles as its big brother, the rugged Roadie Compact features dual, high-output 1.5KW heat exchangers in a powerful fog unit designed for venues that need instant fog or haze coverage of large areas. Capable of casting a variety of effects, the Roadie Compact is DMX controllable and comes with on board controls, remote control, 9.5 litre fluid capacity and more.

Featuring the power of an 850W heat exchanger with 2.3 litre fluid capacity, the Magnum 1200 delivers an even and heavy punch of fog to any nightclub, bar, club or special event. Continuously operating and daisy chain capable, the Magnum 1200 is tough and rugged enough to meet the demands of any night club. Supplied with remote control, options include a DMX module, timer and output level remote, box fan and flying bracket.

The Magnum 1800 is a high-power fogger suitable for any installation or special event where a rugged yet flexible fog machine is required. Ideal for clubs and any rental application, the Magnum 1800 is powered by a 1,150W heat exchanger while a large 3.8 litre fluid capacity (1 US gallon) provides the capacity for long runs. Continuously operating and daisy chain capable, the Magnum 1800 includes a hand-held timer and output level remote. Options include a DMX interface and flying-bracket.

The Exterior 1200 Wash is the newest addition to Martin Architectural’s Exterior range of outdoor luminaires. Its powerful 1200W lamp and full range colour mixing system with additional four-color wheel make it ideal for dynamic illumination of tall structures, high-rises or any high-visibility architecture. A full range of varying beam angles from 7° to 19° or 12° to 29° provides designers with several options for achieving even and accurate illumination. Intensity control is 0-100%.

Weatherproofed for dynamic outdoor illumination of facades, structures or signage, the Cyclo IP65 Directional is a fluorescent linear luminaire designed to uniformly wash surfaces in colour and variable white light. The slim linear design and excellent optical performance are based on RGB and white T5 tubes. The optical module is directional and provides seamless colour mixing within the main reflector.

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14th February 2007

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