direct from: www.etnow.comRegularsContentsthis monthJobs and CareersWeb DirectoryFeaturesIssue: 333Unusual gets candid about future of live events industry page 15November 2020Spanish lighting designer Juanjo Llorens chose 40 Robe LEDBeam 150s, 24 MegaPointe and 24 Spiider moving lights to be central to his lighting rig.The UK’s first dedicated socially-distanced music venue is equipped with a premium festival kit centred around DiGiCo SD10 mixing consoles.Stunning 360° projection mapping page: 12page: 14page: 2page: 31pages: 28 to 31A total of eight ZH406ST projectors were installed by TVE live, as well as a sound system for the project to create a real immersive atmosphere.LIGHTING | SOUND | VIDEORIGGING | STAGING | DRAPESw: hawthorn.bizt: 01664 821 111e: hire@hawthorn.bizPANASONIC PT-RZ970 Reproducing Full-Spectrum Colour with 1-Chip DLP™ SOLID SHINE Laser Superior White Balance and Colour Reproduction Dual-Laser Optical Engine Assures Failsafe ReliabilityAVAILABLE TO HIRE We’re here for youOpen Monday to Friday All-purpose Proteus Lucius from Elation now shippingThe latest step in Elation Professional’s quest to provide the foremost range of IP65 moving heads on the market is perfectly embodied in the new Proteus Lucius. Available now and shipping, this fully loaded LED profile luminaire in Elation’s award-winning Proteus line is fit for use in any production environment, indoors or out and, due to its all-purpose functionality, can be used anywhere in a rig.More on page 9DiGiCo for UK’s first socially-distanced venue page: 21Robe for Circo de Hielo 2 contents this monthNovember 2020page no.Featurespage : 5page : 6page : 8page : 621 Stunning 360° projection mapping at the Dominicans of Haute Alsace A total of eight ZH406ST projectors were installed by TVE live, as well as a sound system for the project to create a real immersive atmosphere at the Dominicans of Haute Alsace. 22 English National Ballet’s new HQ in East London wins the AJ100 Building of the Year 2020 Unusual Rigging’s work at ENB’s new HQ in London has been recognised as the building, delivered by Glenn Howells Architects, to win the AJ100 Building of the Year award 2020.23 Robe Lights Pula Arena Red for #WeMakeEvents Campaign Robe moving lights were at the core of a truly spectacular lighting scheme designed to illuminate the magnificent Pula Arena in Croatia in red for the evening of 1 September.24 Renkus-Heinz Brings Modern Sound to Theatre’s Live Performances When the Cyprian Norwid Theatre was modernising its technology, distribution firm M.Ostrowski sp.j considered an approach to improve coverage and intelligibility with digitally steerable speakers from Renkus-Heinz.25 ETC systems control lighting for new TV studios in Dubai ETC has been selected for the brand new TV studios of leading news channel in the Middle East, Al Arabiya. 26 Vienna Volksoper heralds new season with all-new KV2 system New productions will be benefiting from the pristine audio reproduction of a brand new, carefully designed KV2 audio system, which also happens to be the first ever to use KV2’s new Control & Diagnostics Tool for remote system management and control. 27 TRS Sonorisation Creates Moving Tribute in Alsace with Chauvet Professional Accentuating the powerful effect of the pillared monument was a balanced and colourful lighting design by TRS Sonorisation that featured Chauvet Professional WELL Fit LED fixtures.12 Robe for Circo de Hielo 2 Spanish lighting designer Juanjo Llorens chose 40 Robe LEDBeam 150s, 24 MegaPointe and 24 Spiider moving lights to be central to his lighting rig for Circo de Hielo 2. 14 DiGiCo takes centre stage for UK’s first dedicated socially-distanced venue The UK’s first dedicated socially-distanced music venue since the COVID-19 pandemic began recently opened, presenting a programme of top line acts, and is equipped with kit centred around DiGiCo SD10 mixing consoles managing FOH and monitor sound.15 Unusual gets candid about future of live events industry A stunning selection of powerful images have been created by Unusual Rigging in support of the #wemakeevents campaign. The images of riggers at work in silhouette against a red background were requested by the #WeMakeEvents team, to add to their portfolio of images of event industry technicians.16 Elation Fuze Profile preferred choice for iconic Arena Wien One of Austria’s more iconic live event venues, Arena Wien, sought to upgrade its performance stage with a new profile luminaire and chose Elation’s high-value Fuze Profile LED framing moving head for the job.17 Las Vegas’ Fremont Street Experience gets TiMax immersive upgrades The vibrant Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas has upgraded its TiMax SoundHub immersive audio processor to include the all-new HARDCore FPGA audio processing platform.18 Standing As One at Silverstone for #WeMakeEvents Global Day of Action Robe UK, rental and production company Clearsound and Silverstone’s events and conference team transformed the world-famous race track’s ‘Wing’ building and conference centre ‘resplendent red’ for the evening of 30th September 2020. 20 New Cuts Art Centre looks to a brighter future with help of Prolights LED fixtures The Prolights LED lighting range provides the ideal solution for multi-purpose venue, New Cuts Art Centre (The Cut), Suffolk.TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PLACES OF ENTERTAINMENTRevised in July 2020 Available now from www.etbooks.co.ukfrom the editordirect from: www.etnow.comEntertainment Technology is published 12 times a year in conjunction with the leading industry portal www.etnow.comEditor: John OffordTechnical Editor: Jackie StainesPublished by: Entertainment Technology Press LtdThe Studio, High Green Great ShelfordCambridge CB22 5EGTelephone: +44 (0)1223 550805Fax: +44 (0)1223 550806Website: www.etnow.comemail: editor@etnow.com© Entertainment Technology Press Ltd.Subscription Rates:Annual Subscription for 12 issues (UK): £27.50Annual Subscription (overseas): £50.00Subject to acceptance, subscription is free to UK based industry professionals.Subscribe online at: www.etnow.com/etmag/Opinions expressed in Entertainment Technology are not necessarily those of the publishers. All rights are reserved and reproduction of any part in whatever form is prohibited without the prior permission of the publishers.etnow.com (entertainment technology news on web) is the industry portal site with news from around the world added daily under various sector headings coupled to an extensive archive. The site also features a books section where titles from Entertainment Technology Press can be ordered online via our secure Sage Pay credit card services.Issue: 333UK Event Industry Campaigns Combine Forces to Deliver One Industry One VoiceOrganisers of several high profile events industry campaigns have created a taskforce to ensure strong alignment and more effective communication in fighting for awareness and financial support for the whole industry. The organisations behind #WeMakeEvents, #Let the Music Play and #WeCreateExperiences will align with One Industry One Voice and are encouraging other campaigns to get in touch.The three campaigns represent different communities of interest within the £84 billion UK Events industry, and a diverse range of creative and technical skills, venues, suppliers and infrastructure that make up the UK events ecosystem. By joining forces through the One Industry One Voice initiative, the taskforce hopes to co-ordinate closely on campaign dates; to amplify each other’s messages where relevant; share and agree on data and statistics to accurately reflect key industry numbers; align closely on key industry asks of government; and to promote each other’s activities.The taskforce incorporates umbrella trade organisations, business visits and events partnerships (BVEP) which represents the conference, exhibition and outdoor events sector, the UK Live Music Group which represents the UK’s live music industry, and events and entertainment technology trade association the Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA).Simon Hughes, chair of the BVEP comments: “Many different industry sectors will be looking to government for additional help and assistance in the next few weeks, alongside the more public/corporate targeting with the narrative of confidence and expertise. So it will be critical to ensure that messaging with the various target audiences are aligned across the extended ecosystem that comprises the whole of the event industry in the UK and the extensive supply chain that supports many thousands of livelihoods and enriches the lives of millions of people from all parts of society."PLASA started the #We Make Events campaign in May 2020 as a response to its members' plight. "We are immensely proud of how this has galvanised into over 22 trade bodies, along with thousands of industry professionals from over 28 countries, all working together voluntarily to create awareness of the whole events supply chain and the urgent need for financial support," says Peter Heath MD of PLASA "The alignment of the major hashtags allows us all to communicate more, maximise our efforts and streamline our voice to government."“With a long dark winter ahead for many in the arts, culture and events spaces, it’s imperative that we work closely together,” says Greg Parmley, chair of UK Live Music Group. “Bringing the campaigns under one collective cross group addresses the need to communicate both short and medium-term tactics as well as the longer term plans required to support the industry.”November 2020news4Avolites Release Brand New Media Player – PRISM PLAYERAvolites has released a new software application for media previewing and encoding called Prism Player. This release is the first application under the Prism product range and can work as an auxiliary tool to the Avolites Ai video software platform.From powering the London 2012 closing ceremonies to Glastonbury stages, Avolites’ Ai video products have been going from strength to strength, attracting a host of users across the globe working on high end complex projects and installs. Earlier this year Avolites launched its Q Series media servers, a range of four media servers designed to power every performance. Now they are looking to expand their user base and introduce the discipline to new users with a new slick and stylish player. Enter PRISM.Prism Player is the first tool in the Prism range, the platform is designed with an intuitive and clear user interface to give newer video designers and operators a stepping stone into the discipline. “With Prism, we wanted to create a set of complementary tools that would help designers start to integrate video into their projects as well as improve the user experience for our current Ai users,” says Paul Wong, managing director at Avolites. “Now that we have Synergy, we really want to get as many users as we can to start looking at video and seeing how they can incorporate it into their designs.”Prism Player is a powerful tool for previewing and encoding media clips without connecting to a server or Ai application. Video clips in most common video formats can be easily encoded into the AiM codec, ready to be loaded into the server. AiM is Avolites’ powerful video codec that is designed for high performance projects and shows. AiM can playback up to 16 layers of 4K content without losing visual integrity. Prism Player also supports the HAP codec, so clips from other servers can be previewed and transcoded to be used in Ai. Clips can be encoded in batches to save time.Content rendered in AiM can also be previewed without uploading to a server. The software also includes a playlist function to preview different pieces of content together for a show or project. Playlists can also be saved and worked on later.“For anyone involved in motion graphic production, programming shows or performing on shows with Ai media servers and AiM codec, Prism Player is an invaluable piece of software which will make everybody’s lives much easier and I couldn’t recommend it highly enough,” says Ed Shaw, managing director of NEICO. With Prism Player his team can view and make quick edits to vast numbers of media clips at one time and can then easily check content before delivering them to the client.Avolites Prism Player is available to download for free on a Windows device at Avolites.com/prismBackup announces Hardship FundIn light of the devastating impact of COVID-19, Backup – The Technical Entertainment Charity, has announced the creation of a separate initial Hardship Fund, which will provide limited financial assistance to crew/production personnel, and people working in the technical supply chain across the UK entertainment sector, including those from live events, theatre and TV and film.“The technicians and their families in our industry, particularly freelancers, are experiencing incredible hardship at the moment and, with the lack of ongoing financial support from the Government, there are many people who are in desperate need of help,” says Backup chairman, John Simpson. “As an industry, we are trying to help ourselves, and Backup is now in a position to be able to offer a small measure of assistance. We still need more donations to help many more of our colleagues in distress.”With the help of its supporters, including “We Make Events”, Backup has raised £100,000 to date, with Light Relief agreeing to match this funding with a further £100,000, targeted to help support the lighting community. This means that there will initially be a total fund of £200,000 allocated to this Hardship Fund, with further fundraising in progress.During the first application period, from 19th October 2020 (08:00) to 30th October 2020 (20:00), Backup is targeting resources to people who have received no government grants (e.g. from the furlough scheme (CJRS) and Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS)) and no grants from other charitable funds (e.g. Theatre Artists Fund, Arts Council, etc.). All successful applicants will receive funds two weeks after the closing date.“Whilst we know this is not a perfect solution, and that there are so many technicians in need of assistance, we are ensuring that we help people who have had no financial support whatsoever first,” John adds. “If funds are available after this first application period, we will look to help people who have received limited government support or other charitable support.For details on the hardship fund, eligibility criteria and how to apply, please visit:https://www.backuptech.uk/apply/hardship-form/Highlite UK Autumn RoadtripHighlite UK has planned a UK Roadtrip to display a number of new products that have been launched this year. These products, as well as some seasonal favourites should have been shown at the following exhibitions: Frankfurt, Leeds PLASA Focus and PLASA London, but all were cancelled due to the Covid19 pandemic.We will be taking the Roadtrip to the following seven venues. There will be two sessions at each venue, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. The first session will take place from 10.00 am until 12.30 pm and the second session will take place from 13.00 pm until 15.30 pm. Please see the list of dates and venues below:Tuesday October 13th: Highlite UK Office, Calne Business Centre, Harris Road, Unit 16, Calne SN11 9PTThursday October 15th: Future Technical Solutions, The Foundry, 11 Torwood Street, Torquay TQ1 1EDTuesday October 20th: Subfrantic, Unit 5 Holmshaw Farm, Layham Road, Bromley BR2 6ARThursday October 22nd: Vector Lighting, Vector House Unit 20 and 22, Twizel Close, Stonebridge, Milton Keynes MK13 0DXTuesday October 27th: MRL Productions, Unit 2 Wade Road, Gorse Lane Industrial Estate, Clacton on Sea, Essex CO154L7Thursday October 29th: Stage Management Company, Yeadon Town Hall, High Street, Yeadon, Leeds. LS19 7PPTuesday November 3rd: Musicmann. Leamore Lane, Walsall, Birmingham WS2 7DHWe would like to thank all participating companies and venues for their help with presenting this event.All covid19 government guidelines will be put into place as per PLASA guidance. Our aim is to create a great event but keep you/our staff safe and show a great range of Highlite products.Please register through eventbrite for the event you would like to attend. This way we are covered on the track and trace element guidelines. We ask you to bring and wear a mask, we will have sanitise stations in and around the venues for you to use, and we will sanitise all the area before you enter and regularly throughout the day.We look forward to seeing you at a Venue of your choice.Keep safe and see you soon!www.highlite.com4Issue: 333news5sunDial quad www.ArtisticLicence.comDims LED close to zero!For the smoothest fades with dimmable replacement LEDTrailing edge DMX512/RDM mains dimmerProPlex Ethernet Cables Adopted by New Markets If you have seen recent Olympics Ceremonies, Super Bowl Half Time shows, The Academy or Brit Awards broadcasts, concerts by artists from Beyonce to the Rolling Stones, or limitless other technically driven live performances and events around the world, you will have witnessed TMB’s ProPlex Ethernet cables in action. In an industry where stakes are high, failure cannot be tolerated, and technical performance must be flawless, ProPlex is the default standard for portable network cabling. In entertainment staging and live production, where cables are handled every day and are routinely subject to abuses of all kinds, ProPlex Ethernet cables have earned their reputation as “the world’s most durable Ethernet cables”.Now, engineers and technicians in a variety of other fields are recognising the unique capabilities and many benefits of ProPlex Ethernet cables. These rugged, reliable portable cables handle easily and can be deployed and re-coiled daily for many years. They provide the assurance of unsurpassed data transmission integrity, even after years of heavy use, indoors and outdoors.“Anywhere high quality, reliable portable network cabling is required, from portable testing and exploration to research, from communications systems to automation control, aerospace, municipal and military applications, proven ProPlex Ethernet cables deliver your critical data without worry. When your reputation and livelihood are on the line, trust the best,” notes TMB’s Colin Waters, TMB co-founder, CEO, cable pioneer and inventor.Unlike solid and bonded conductor Ethernet cables, ProPlex’s Kevlar reinforced, stranded conductor design provides flexibility with a very low risk of mechanical failure. The proven performance advantages of ProPlex Ethernet cables are clear: flawless data transmission with minimal signal degradation, class-leading noise protection, extremely low skew, reduced DC resistance and attenuation, improved N.E.X.T. (near-end crosstalk loss), high tensile strength, cut and tear-resistant outer jacket and much more.The flagship of the range – ProPlex CAT6a Extended – is an easy handling, super durable S/FTP cable that, uniquely in a stranded cable, delivers fully verified 10 Gigabit performance, up to a remarkable full 100m.Other models include S/FTP ProPlex CAT5e Ultra and ProPlex CAT6a, an SF/UTP 26AWG CAT5e and a UTP CAT5e. These cables offer all the ProPlex advantages; durability, easy handling, and the highest quality verified electronic specifications.ProPlex CAT6a is also available in a dual cable ‘figure 8’ configuration. ProPlex CAT5e Ultra is also available in dual figure 8, and quad ‘snake’ configurations. In addition to raw cable, all ProPlex Ethernet cables are available from TMB fully assembled and tested, to customer specifications, with a wide range of common connectors. Also unique from TMB are patented ProShells, a heavy duty backshell strain relief and latch protector, with optional protective cap, for standard RJ45 connectors.For full specifications and features of ProPlex Ethernet cables visit www.tmbprocables.comAlcons Extends Studio and Residential Solutions with SRHV/9040 SystemWith the CRMS-SRHV/9040, Alcons Audio extends its solutions portfolio in the studio, screening-room and residential markets. The CRMS-SRHV is designed as very compact reference main / screen system or larger surround system in immersive sound-for-picture applications.The system features Alcons renowned signature-sound, based on the Alcons pro-ribbon driver; this Alcons-proprietary multiple-patented transducer technology combines an exceptional clarity and intelligibility with an unusual high dynamic range, offering the most true sound reproduction possible.The amplifier-efficient two-way passive-filtering crosses a vented 8” mid-bass driver with the RBN401 pro-ribbon driver. With a lowest-usable LF response of 58Hz, the CRMS-SRHV can be used as stand-alone monitor, or can be combined with a subwoofer; the MHF section has an 800 W peak power input, enabling a 1:15 dynamic range with up to 90% less distortion to beyond 20kHz.The patented 90-degree horizontal offers a wide horizontal and a tight vertical coverage up to the highest frequencies, which is very important for the seamless imaging in base channels of immersive systems.Due to the ‘compressionless’ principle of the pro-ribbon transducer, the system has a linear response at any SPL in combination with Alcons Audio’s tight manufacturing tolerance within 1dB, making each system a “matched-pair”, the CRMS-SRHV is a perfect choice for critical reference monitoring.By utilising identical MHF components within the CRMS range of products, a perfect voicing match between screen and surround system is realised, resulting in an exceptionally wide and uniform sound stage throughout the entire listening area.The revolvable RBN waveguide and trapezoidal enclosure together with the optional grill and ACO colour option, provides for easy, low profile integration. For full system performance, the CRMS-SRHV is driven by an ALC controller-amplifier; synergetic technologies, such as VHIR-processing and SIS sensing turn the CRMS-SRHV into a precision instrument delivering maximum sound quality with increased headroom and utmost operation reliability.Philip ‘Dr. Phil’ de Haan, head of Alcons Audio R&D said: “The strongly increased demand from the studio and residential markets for Alcons pro-ribbon systems lead to the development of the CRMS-SRHV/9040 speaker. Needless to say, ‘immersive’ is the leading audio theme today and with our religious commitment to delivering the most true audio experience in any application, we are continuously expanding our range of solutions.”With its pro-ribbon transducer developments, Alcons is perfectly suited to offer a unique combination of studio monitor clarity and intelligibility with the high dynamic range of sound reinforcement systems.Philip continues: “The CRMS-SRHV/9040 is further proof of this commitment and has already proven itself as excellent addition to the sound engineer’s toolbox.”November 2020news6Chauvet Professional Introduces Ovation H-55FCChauvet Professional has made an addition to its popular line of Ovation house lights. The new, compact Ovation H-55FC offers theatres, recital halls, houses of worship and other venues greater versatility by fitting seamlessly into smaller spaces.The RGBAL fixture works with the larger H-605FC, as well as other Ovation house lights, to provide a smooth even field of light throughout a room. Its removable fixture yoke, sconce mounting kit, and recess mounting simplifies the installation process, even in tight quarters. Adding to its versatility, the new house light features interchangeable lens plates to adapt to different mounting heights.Ideally suited for applications that need to eliminate distracting background noise, the convection cooled Ovation H-55FC operates in complete silence. The fixture’s RDM and W-DMX control offers greater flexibility.Weighing in at only 7.4lbs. (3.4kg.) and measuring 13.14x 6.92 x 4.52 inches (334 x 176 x 115mm), this compact house light packs a powerful array of performance features including 16-bit dimming and a selectable red shift, as well as virtual colour and colour temperature presets.Given the quality of its light and its impressive collection of performance features, this quiet, little fixture will make a big contribution to house lighting solutions.Creative Technology Launches a New WebsiteCreative Technology (CT), one of the world’s leading providers of technology services to the global events industry, has recently launched a new and dynamic, mobile responsive website.Since joining the NEP group three years ago the CT business world-wide has expanded significantly through a combination of organic growth, acquisition and re-branding of regional businesses and is now operates from 24 inventoried locations across 15 countries.The new website built over a 12-month period, provides a consistent look, feel and messaging while allowing a high degree of local customisation for CT’s evolving global structure.At launch there are dedicated new sites for US, UK, Middle East and Spain, including multiple language options on the Spanish site.In the coming weeks Asia Pacific, Northern Europe, Ireland, Germany and Holland will be added each with dedicated sites focusing on relevant local service offerings and market sector activities and significant additional language functionality.The development process has been led by Kris Jonson, director of marketing for CT in North America who commented: “With this new website we have more flexibility with SEO, and our graphics have been updated with a more modern look and feel which is crucial to keeping the brand fresh.”Dave Crump, CEO for CT’s EME division added: “We were determined to develop a new web platform which clearly communicates our core values and global service proposition, whilst allowing a high degree of regional flexibility, a clear focus on our local delivery capability and reflects the widely varying customer culture in different geographic markets. Kris has been hugely supported through this process by our world-wide marketing leads and Factor 1, a Phoenix based web studio chosen to support the project.”MIXBOOKS are Back in Stock and They’re Better Than Ever! Rosco’s initial stock of MIXBOOK digital swatch-books flew off the shelves, and customers have been patiently waiting for them to return. Rosco has announced that MIXBOOK is available once again.Two new features – same low price!• MIXBOOK now ships with a micro-USB charging cable• Better output control with ten levels of dimmingWhen pre-visualising for future projects, MIXBOOK is the perfect tool to explore the LED colours needed to create when those projects begin.MIXBOOK are available from any Rosco dealer.Mourning David Croxton, KV2 sales directorIt is with the deepest and most sincere regret that KV2 has to announce the shocking and unexpected passing of its dear friend and colleague David Croxton as the result of a fatal accident. He was 59.David joined the family of KV2 Audio in 2011, to fulfil a new sales director role within Asia Pacific, but initially as a curious non-believer of the technologies and theories of our founder and developer, George Krampera Snr.As was typical of David, he soon discovered through deep thought, questioning and actual operating of systems that he could not only understand and accept what was being proposed, but provide essential and additional complements with his quiet considered approach, linked to a deep well of knowledge and advice, usually delivered with his inimitable dry wit. Once on board he rapidly became the fiercest proponent of the company’s outlook and presentation.His determination, energy and endeavours were certainly a part of the company’s success throughout the world.Having worked in the audio industry throughout his career, David’s knowledge of touring systems and studio production recording coupled with his experience of having run a successful distribution business in his Australian homeland, provided unparalleled access to unique insights and knowledge to those involved with him throughout his work, insights and knowledge that will now be greatly missed.His passing has left behind a huge hole in everybody’s hearts, especially his family and friends and staff at KV2 are all thankful for having had the privilege of being his friend and colleague.They will miss him hugely.David is survived by his wife and three children.THE WORLD'S FIRSTTRANSFERABLE LED ENGINE#RobeInnovationNovember 2020news8New products for grandMA3 onPC solutionsMA Lighting has introduced new products for its grandMA3 onPC range: the grandMA3 onPC fader wing and the grandMA3 onPC xPort Nodes DIN-Rail.The grandMA3 onPC fader wing is designed as the perfect hardware playback expansion to the grandMA3 onPC software. In combination with this free of charge software, the grandMA3 onPC fader wing offers the full playback capabilities and adds 2048 parameters to the grandMA3 onPC parameter count.The range of grandMA3 onPC xPort Nodes DIN-Rail are specifically designed for the ever-increasing demands in fixed installation applications to build a reliable and stable backbone of synchronised data transportation. All Nodes are remotely configurable from any console or onPC station within the session to provide easy access to DMX output or DMX input.The grandMA3 onPC range offers powerful and easy to use solutions that are a cost-effective entry into the professional lighting world of MA Lighting.It consists of two components: the free-of-cost, easy to install and use grandMA3 onPC software for MAC and Windows, plus the powerful onPC hardware solutions.All grandMA3 onPC products are based on MA’s decades of experience in the development of lighting control solutions and networking components. This MA DNA makes these solutions unique in the market. MA users know that they can rely on the best hardware as well as highly efficient, free-for-life software that is continuously being developed to meet current and future demands.The grandMA3 onPC software delivers the same performance and uses the same software functionality as the grandMA3 full-size, light and compact models. Events and installations with a maximum of 4096 parameters are the perfect scenario for the application of the grandMA3 onPC solutions.The scaleable grandMA3 onPC solution system is the perfect solution for budget-sensitive events and installations. Different hardware options in combination with the free-of-charge grandMA3 onPC software build the basis for a genuine lighting control system: just add a monitor, and it’s ready to go! The showfiles of the grandMA3 onPC solutions can be used across the entire grandMA3 system. www.malighting.comETC introduces ArcLamp Flicker, new drivers, and ArcSystem Pro Four-Cell PendantETC introduces ArcLamp Flicker, new drivers, and ArcSystem Pro Four-Cell PendantThe award-winning ArcLamp LED solution from ETC gets an upgrade with the addition of a new Flicker variant as well as new driver options. Ideal for use in themed environments, the specialised Flicker lamp creates a 2700K fade to warm effect by flickering randomly to imitate candlelight. Flicker lamps can also be used at constant brightness by changing the DMX value on its single control channel.New ArcLamp driver form factors are now available, including wall mount and rack mount options for the 350 and 700 versions:• 150 size: supports 25 ArcLamps, available in wall mount only• 350 size: supports 60 ArcLamps, available in both wall mount and rack mount• 700 size: supports 120 ArcLamps, available in both wall mount and rack mountAlong with the ArcLamp updates, ETC has added the ArcSystem Pro Four-Cell Pendant to its family of architectural LED luminaires. With this solution, the line now features both Four-Cell Round and Pendant options, depending on a facility’s mounting needs.The popular Four-Cell Round allows your choice of hanging hardware, such as a clamp, threaded rod or aircraft cable to be secured to the fixture’s captive hanging point. The Pendant option includes a traditional stem kit with canopy, complete with internal wiring to provide a clean finish.Both Four-Cell Pendant and Round are available in black, white, and custom colour finishes, with a clean, round form that looks classic in any venue. The Pendant offers stem lengths ranging from six to 96 inches, with custom lengths available.www.etcconnect.comClaypaky MINI-B PARLED AQUA: A weather-resistant, mini par fixture with 40 Watt RGBW LEDs With the increasing demand for weather-resistant fixtures for entertainment and architecture applications, Claypaky’s MINI-B PARLED AQUA fits the needs for size, output, and features. With its seven Osram 40W RGBW LED engine, this little fixture makes it one of the brightest available.MINI-B PARLED AQUA is a static version of the recently introduced MINI-B that is IP65 rated. This fixture has the same optical and electronic features as the MINI-B: a motorised 4° to 55° zoom, independent control of the central LED for effects, 2500K to 8000K colour temperature control, 16-bit dimmer with four different dimming curves, 25 flashes per second electronic strobe and Ethernet access. This fixture is compact and lightweight and very complimentary to the MINI-B and MIDI-B fixtures in optical performance and colour consistency.The MINI-B PARLED AQUA is available now.Main Features include: Static IP65-rated LED fixture, ideal for events and outdoor installations; Light source: seven 40W RGBW Osram LEDs; Compact and lightweight; Highly efficient light output (3,000 lm), very low power consumption; Motorised 4° to 55° oom range; Independent control of the central LED; Pre-installed effects/colour macros; • 500K - 8000K colour temperature control; 1-bit dimmer with four curves; •Electronic strobe at 25 f/s; Ethernet access; •Control signal: USITT DMX 512. Protocols: RDM, WebServer and Art-Net; DMX Channels: 12/16/24; Input Power: 300 VA at 230Vac 50Hz; •Split yoke for hanging or floor mount; Weight: 8kg (18lbs); Dimensions: Fixture housing is 322mm (12.7in.) long and 195mm (7.7in.) diameter.www.claypaky.com7news9Issue: 333All-purpose Proteus Lucius from Elation now shippingThe latest step in Elation Professional’s quest to provide the foremost range of IP65 moving heads on the market is perfectly embodied in the new Proteus Lucius. Available now and shipping, this fully loaded LED profile luminaire in Elation’s award-winning Proteus line is fit for use in any production environment, indoors or out and, due to its all-purpose functionality, can be used anywhere in a rig.“The Proteus Lucius is truly the perfect profile fixture,” comments Elation product manager Matthias Hinrichs. “High output, compact and comparable in weight to older generations of fixtures, it is jam-packed with features while being fully sealed from environmental influences. Never before has an IP fixture delivered so much in this form factor, there are really no compromises. It can be used on touring productions or any type of event, and is perfectly at home on long-term installs like themed environments. It does everything well with outstanding performance while having the added benefits that come with the IP65 rating.”A compact brother to Elation’s 50,000-lumen Proteus Maximus, the Proteus Lucius outperforms leading 1000W class discharge profiles with up to 33,500 lumens of output from a custom-designed hotspot 580W bright-white LED engine (6,500K). The fixture offers many other benefits over existing fixtures besides greater output however. With a wider zoom range, more gobo options, added framing, and tidier form, and all at a price that puts a smaller dent in the budget, Elation has managed to pack everything a creative designer needs to impress in one unit, reducing the need for variant fixtures.Proteus Lucius has flexible use as a profile, beam or wash light and with its 2.5 to 1 hotspot ratio has the ability to throw light at impressive distances. With a fast zoom range from 5.5° to 50° out of a surprisingly compact fixture design, the Lucius has the power to cut through on any stage. Zoom wide for a wash of gorgeous colour from a CMY colour mixing system with variable CTO or zoom tight to project a powerful, tangible shaft of narrow light. Complementing the CMY colour mixing system is a five-slot colour wheel that includes an 85+ high CRI filter.Designers have access to a comprehensive FX package that includes 13 rotating and seven fixed glass gobos across three gobo wheels. Effects can be multiplied via an overlapping four-facet or linear rotating prism and a 360° bi-directional animation wheel can be engaged to bring graphics to life. Two variable frost filters (light and wash) can be applied for an even diffusion of light when designers wish for softer gobo or powerful wash effects. A high-speed iris with variable pulse effects and high-speed electronic shutter and strobe can be engaged for further impression.The Proteus Lucius also includes an indexable four-blade framing system with full blackout shutter cuts for full control of the beam shape and projection at any angle. Internal colour, framing, prism, and frost macros have been included to easily recall commonly used effects. The fixture dims smoothly all the way to zero with smooth 16-bit selectable dimming curves included.Compact for its class and touring rugged, an IP65 rating and completely sealed optics mean the Lucius is ideal for exposed outdoor environments like outdoor stages, theme parks and cruise ships. Yet its IP-rated properties are just as beneficial in dirty or humid indoor settings where dust, grit and moisture can unwittingly wreak havoc on lighting gear. Because the fixture is environmentally sealed from moisture, dust or any particulate, including airborne haze and fog, its internal components seldom require cleaning with no degradation of the optics. The result is less operational costs and a longer product lifetime.The Proteus Lucius’s impact will also be welcome in TV and other broadcast environments thanks to quiet operation and an LED refresh rate frequency that can be adjusted remotely to avoid any flickering, a must when working with today’s sensitive camera systems.The Lucius features a redesigned, more compact base compared to previous Proteus moving heads, meaning it can more easily fit in a pre-rigged truss or stand more discreetly on the floor. The fixture includes a Hibernation Mode for power savings and comes with all the professional control and IP-rated connection features that designers would expect from a cutting-edge weatherproof luminaire.www.elationlighting.comNext >