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www.marinco.com Shown at the Barbizon Lighting Expo Expo were a wide range of Stage Pin, and Cam connectors. Long an industry standard, the Bates connectors come in 20A, 60A and 100A sizes, and can be coded with different color top plates for easy identification. The CL series Cam connector consists of two shell pieces making it easily field repairable with simple hand tools. |
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www.altmanlighting.com Altman showcased their LED lighting at the Expo. The featured item was their new Spectra Cyc, a 96 watt cyclorama/wall wash unit. List price is approximately $1,800.00, which at first may seem costly, but in actuality because of its color-changing capabilities, one unit can take the place of four conventional cyc fixtures. The throw is designed for four feet from the cyc, on four foot centers. The Spectra Cyc has an onboard power supply, and data can be daisy-chained through twelve units. Altman is taking orders now, and the fixture will be shipping in the near future. |
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www.apollodesign.net Apollo had a little bit of everything in their booth, including their LDI 2007 Best New Widget winner the Gel Miser. If you missed it, the Gel Miser is an accessory for the Source 4 ellipsoidal and par unit. It has a cut of the Apollo heat shield and a fan to help dissipate the heat and elongate your gel life. It was designed with permanent or hard to reach installations in mind. Apollo also had with them their MXR color scroller. The MXR is a two string scroller made for color mixing. |
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www.arri.com ARRI has retooled their location and studio Fresnel lines, fitting them with loads of impressive features. Named True Blue, these newly designed Fresnels hold tight to ARRI’s high engineering standard that has garnered respect throughout the industry. Here is some of what is new with True Blue: weather resistant housing is worth the price of admission on its own, but wait there’s a lot more. Front and rear ventilation slots allowing steeper lighting angles with better lamp life ; removable cable set and plug; elongated screw holes for adjusting accessory clips to prevent light leaks; yoke disc brake tightening system for sure grip of extended loads; service access panel opens via two screws to expose internal guts; medium/mogul bi-post socket all-in-one is the same part from 1kW to 5kW; tension loaded lens clips for safer transport and even cooling/heating; larger reflectors provide greater light output efficiency; and a larger lens on the 1kW location Fresnel, which is now 6” up from 5”. |
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www.brightlines.com Brightline has a new fixture hitting the market called the R-View. The R-View fixture has been developed to fulfill a longstanding industry need for a cost-effective, energy-efficient videoconference system that delivers high-end aesthetics and broadcast-quality illumination in an elegant, out-of-the-box format that is extremely simple to deploy and operate. |
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www.chimera.com Chimera showed several of their wide range of lightbanks and lanterns, but featured their Triolet Convertible Omni-directional Light. This clever unit mounts a Mogul Screw Base socket (rated for lamps up to 1000W) constructed of heavy porcelain on a metal plate surrounded by a Speed Ring. The unit is supplied with an adapter to reduce the Mogul Screw Base to a Medium Screw Base (rated for lamps up to 500W) to allow a broader range of lamps to be used. Finally, the unit is available with an optional adapter to allow the use of Medium Bi-Pin lamps up to 650W in the socket. The Medium Bi-Pin adapter also includes a frosted glass housing to protect the bare lamp from accidental contact as the unit is being handled. |
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www.etcconnect.com The Eos, Ion, Universal Fader Wing, and Net3 Radio Remote Focus Unit were on display. This new EOS line of ETC consoles spans a wide variety of customer needs including complete control for both conventional and automated devices. The flexibility of the Universal Fader Wings allows the ION to satisfy the needs of a client with limited space, or expand to meet the needs of a fader operated system. Newly released is product information for the new developments to the Unison architectural control system. Smartlink is the budget friendly architectural control option from ETC. SmartLink control can include 5 or 10 button stations and SmartLink TimeClock. Paradigm takes all of the features of the original Unison system to a new level. It has been designed to support “green” energy management approaches, contains an impressive library of lighting fixtures for dynamic effects, and will speak to a wide variety of devices from different manufacturers. Paradigm also supports a wide and customizable range of control options from customizable touchscreens to wall mounted fader stations. |
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www.fjwestcott.com FJ Westcott was showing a new version of the Spiderlite. The new version, which will be available in a few months, uses a new medium screw base lamp rated at 50W and available as daylight or tungsten. The fixture body will accommodate four 50W and one 25W fluorescent lamps. With the existing lamp control on the Spiderlite, the new higher output fluorescent version will be of interest to customers looking for a bright softbox/pancake that requires less energy and generates less heat. |
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www.g1limited.com Group One, LTD. showed products from their Elektralite and Pulsar lines. From Elektralite they showed the Paintcan, mm150, and mc150 fixtures. The Paintcan is a CMY mixing Tungsten wash fixture fitted with a Fresnel lens. The unit is DMX controlled and also features a color and effect wheel and the ability to zoom from 20 to 40 degrees. The mm150 and mc150 are both built on the same frame and include a 9 color + white color wheel and a rotating gobo wheel with 7 gobos. The mm150 couples this with a moving mirror for a compact, traditional scanner. The mc150 replaces the moving mirror with a rotating faceted cone of mirror to add multiple image reflection to the gobo and color projection. The Pulsar line is a wide range of analog dimmed (for flicker-free performance) RGB LED fixtures in many different configurations ranging from decorative pendants, to Par 36 sized fixtures, strip lights, and tiles. These fixtures are available in black and white as well as several chrome, gloss metallic, and brushed metallic finishes for architectural applications. Many of the units are IP65 rated for wet locations, provided that the data and power cables and connections are similarly rated. There are several models of power supplies available depending on the number of fixtures to be powered and the type of fixtures. |
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www.hallstage.com Hall Stage and Thern winches have joined forces in America and are offering track and winches specifically designed for theater and studio applications. Hall Stage brings us their T70 and T60 track. These designs have been around since 1920 and 1960 respectively but are as good today as ever. These tracks have been engineered to be virtually silent and long lasting. Due to their longevity there is little chance that a custom installation requirement is something that they have not seen before. Thern is offering their hand crank winches and line shaft winches. They have a small 600lb line shaft winch that they find is good for house lights and other smaller loads. They are promoting the dual drum hand crank winches so as to eliminate the single point of failure with a single lift line. The single drum is still available if requested. |
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www.jrclancy.com With many school and University theaters pushing towards improved safety though automation, JR Clancy is offering the Powerlift hoists. These high capacity automated lifts improve safety by eliminating the need for counterweights and loading galleries. Not only to they free up valuable backstage space, the Powerlift series provides predictable programmable position control. Also shown were the Scene Control 100 and 500 control consoles which include touch screen displays for recalling preset positions and load monitoring of the automated lift system. |
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www.kw2.com On display at KW2 were their line of MSL Fluorescent Studio fixtures. Using a specially designed reflector and a non standard lamp orientation, these fixtures achieve a higher light output per fixture, than other comparable fixtures. Also shown were a line of low profile Video conference lights. With a single fluorescent lamp in a small enclosure, these units can be individually tucked in small spaces, or linked together up to 60’ on a single power source. With such flexibility in configuration, these fixtures could fit a wide variety of applications. |
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www.leefiltersusa.com Lee Quick Rolls of color are getting a lot of attention. The roll is pre-cut to your chosen width so the gel is ready to frame in just one cut. The roll will save you time and money. Very popular are the many Lighting packs of gel. You can choose from a wide range of color needs to the particular aspect of lighting and studio work. Lee Filters also offers a wide range of Fluorescent Sleeves. |
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www.lexproducts.com Lex is now offering the Ethernet Snake that houses four Cat5e Ethernet cables in a strong durable cover. It is available with RJ45 connectors or the Ethercon connectors. This will be good for touring situations where the systems are being run on network equipment. They are also offering an adjustable breaker company switch where the amperage limits are set via dip switches. This is an excellent option for rental houses and event companies that usually need a range of power protection options. It is house in their known Pagoda housing thus giving it a good level of weather protection for outdoor jobs. One last note is that the E-String is now being offered with a 20A male plug on it only. The 15A Male version is no longer available due to a new UL restriction. LEX has limited availability of the 15A male but only in white. Lex does offer a 20A female to 15A male Edison adapter in case you need to plug this new 20A male line into a 15A outlet. |
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www.lightronics.com Lightronics, the manufacturer of solid lighting systems, has gone wireless. Wireless DMX options are now available in stand alone units and in their line of architectural dimmers. These advancements increase the flexibility of both touring and permanent installation applications. |
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www.littlite.com Now available is the new T-Series detachable TNC Gooseneck. This threaded version of a BNC connector provides a more secure connection for applications that require the extra stability. Littlite is further developing their lectern lighting options and continuing to expand into the music stand market with the MS-Series. |
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www.lowel.com Lowel is offering a new fluorescent kit configuration called the Trio. The Trio kits consist of three – three-lamp fluorescent fixtures in a small kit case. The fixtures are designed more like a field fixture, lightweight and portable, than a studio fluorescent fixture. Utilizing the standard 55W biax lamp, the fixtures pack neatly into a relatively small case that includes three Lowel kit stands. This kit would be well suited for those customers looking for a low cost option for a portable fluorescent interview kit. Lowel showed a new fixture to be released in the next few months called the Softcore. The fixture is configured more like a pancake than a traditional softbox. The fixture utilizes a new medium screw base fluorescent lamp rated at 65W in both tungsten and daylight color temperatures. The fixture uses the same changeable base system that is currently used on the Rifa fixtures. The available bases will allow the fixture to use one, three, or five lamps. The new lamps, which will be available to dealers in the next couple of months, will make this fixture, as well as the Rifa, better suited for those customers who want lower wattage and less heat with a higher output from their softboxes and pancakes. |
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www.luxam.com Luxam had their museum case lighting system on show. The system they’ve developed takes care of all the needs that lighting artifacts requires. They use an LED system that only transmits the visible spectrum, so there is no ultraviolet or infrared light to damage artifacts on show. They have also placed the LEDs on a removable card for easy replacement when the LEDs get old and have a color shift. To avoid putting excess heat in the cases, they use fiber optics to carry the light from the illuminator to the fixtures in the case. The system has a small profile, so it is easy to hide in the case structure. |
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www.lycian.com Lycian offers a wide range of quality Followspots. From the small clubs, to large arenas. The model 1290 XLT is very popular unit for the large theatre market, as well for the arena application. The “Modular” Followspot system offers interchangeable parts for versatility. The gate assembly comes with an iris, gobo holder, fader, and dichroic color changer, as well as a 6 color boomerang. |
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www.martin.com Martin Professional keeps on incorporating the latest in LED technology to their impressive product line, while expanding their MAC series. Illuminating the convention center were the MAC TW1 tungsten wash CMY color mixing fixture, the LED Stagebar54, the LC Series LED panel, and SmartMAC. The SmartMAC showcases Martin’s high quality in a compact unit. The SmartMAC accommodates either Philips MSD 150/2 lamp (3000hr) or CDM-SA/T 150 W lamp (9000hrs) to give the end user options in lamp life and color temperature output. Did we mention that the unit is quiet as it does not use a fan. |
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www.mole.com Mole has a few new products to add to a very large product inventory. The 5,000 watt Tungsten Par, and the 1,200 watt Daylite Par. Mole has a new 2,500 / 4,000 watt Daylite Par that is lightweight, and compact. Mole offers a wide range of “Biax” fluorescent fixtures with wattages from 110 watts to 440 watts depending on the amount of lamps in each unit. The fixtures are available with yoke or omnimount. |
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www.sylvania.com Osram had a few new products with them at the Expo. The AluPar looks exactly like any other par lamp. Once you pick it up, you’ll notice the difference. Osram make the reflector aluminum rather than the traditional glass, so it’s now lighter and more heat comes off the back. Which will help lengthen gel life. The only noticeable difference between the AluPar is that the field is a little more rounded. Osram is also releasing an updated version of the BTL, the BTH. The BTH will give the 500 watt sources a little extra kick. Rather than be 500W/120V like the BTL, the BTH is 575W/115W. It is significantly brighter than the BTL, but pays for the brightness with a shorter life. The last item they had was the Dot It Linear. This little fixture takes one tap to turn on the light. It is a blue light perfect for back stage situations. It’s lightweight, takes 3 AA batteries, and like its round counterpart, can be stuck to the walls or other surfaces. |
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www.robertjuliat.fr Juliat brought to the Expo their new 1800w medium throw followspot, the Victor. The 7 to 14 degree zoom is designed for throws up to 200’. The unit was designed with a proprietary lamp from Philips. Because of the size and layout of the show room, the three followspot manufacturers were able to throw their beams side-by-side onto the far wall. The Juliat output was very bright and even. |
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www.rosco.com Rosco had with them their Lite Pad HO. It is their newer Lite Pad model, which is brighter than the DL model. The Lite Pad HO is also available in new sizes, including 3” round and 12” round. Rosco has also given the Lite Pad (both the HO and DL models) dimming capability with their two dimmers. There is the one unit inline dimmer and the 2 channel DMX capable dimmer. The 2 channel dimmer can control the units via 2 sliders or via DMX. Rosco also brought with them their Rosco View system. This system consists of a gel, placed on a window, and a camera filter. Just by rotating the camera filter, you have control of how much light from the window source the camera sees. |
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www.seachangeronline.com Ocean Optics, manufacturer of the SeaChanger demonstrated the newest addition to the SeaChanger line. The Studio Dichroic version of the SeaChanger provides 100% saturation of the cyan, yellow, magenta, and xG, their patented extreme green color. Currently the Studio Dichroic is only available in the profile version. The additional saturation provides richer color for the event and concert industry. The original SeaChanger remains on the market in both profile and wash units designed to provide a wide variety of pastels with 95% saturation, perfect for the theatre market. |
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www.selador.net Selador, manufacturer of the X7 and X7xtra lines of seven color LED fixtures continues to serve both the theatrical and broadcast industries. Their seven color LED fixtures are energy saving and labor saving alternatives to traditional strip and cove lighting. Advancements in color temperature selection and digital addressing are in the latest round of beta testing to be released later this summer. |
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www.seleconlight.com New from Selecon is the Hui worklight. Basically it’s a single cell Hui cyc unit that has been reconfigured for 24/7 use. It has a 3 year warranty and uses a 500 watt lamp. They are currently testing a 1KW version. Also new is the Rama using the BTH lamp. You get 3250 K at 575 watts on 115 volts, new lamp with a warm color temperature. They have also made an 8 way barndoor for the Rama for those that just gotta have it their way. |
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www.spidersupport.com Spider Support Systems has 3 innovative portable riser systems for camera operators to stand above the crowds. The Spider Pod (TR2/SP2) is a 2 piece unit which isolates the operator platform from the tripod riser in order to eliminate unwanted movement but conveniently folds down into a portable single item. The Scorpion Pod is a lighter weight, single piece riser system. The third product is the Expansion Web which consists of 4 panels which can be interlocked in a variety of configurations to form a larger platform area. Optional cases are available for all systems. |
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www.strong-lighting.com Strong lighting showed there 1200 Canto Followspot. A good option for a medium throw, 30-130 distance. It has a 1200 watt Metal Halide lamp and a double condenser variable zoom optical system. The unit draws 16 amps at 1115 volts, overall length about 40” and weighs in at about 70 pounds with the power supply. Strong also showed the Technobeam, an inexpensive moving light. Comes complete with a bunch of features including; zoom, effects wheel, color wheel, and indexing gobos. Finally in the booth was the Suono ellipsoidal, two varieties of zoom fixtures. This is a line of fixtures Strong is bringing in from Italy. |
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www.tslights.com In their architectural line TSL is promoting their Litetruss System. This is a triangular or ladder style truss with a single to four circuit track built into the bottom chord of the truss structure. These are available in Commercial or specification grade versions. A large selection of track heads is available for different applications. In Theatrical Lighting division TSL is promoting their Sunset strip MR16 strip light. This is available in 1,2,3 or 4 circuit options. They have also developed a trunion that allows you to attach two sections and support them at the junction and not lose any spacing between the lamp compartments. TSL is also stepping up their promotions of the stage lighting fixtures. They realized that they have been directing their interests to their architectural lines and neglected the theater lines. They still offer a selection of PARs and Followspots and Wall Wash units. The latter of those would be good work lights in most situations. |
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www.ushio.com Two things to get excited about but not in their booth was the Synergy MR-16 LED lamp and the Pearl Lux string of LEDs. And honestly why tell you about it go to their website and see it. The Synergy will be available mid-July 08 and the Pearl-Lux is available now. |
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www.videssence.tv Videssence originated cool, energy efficient fluorescent lighting for television, HDTV, studio, ENG, mobile media and corporate video conferencing. The Softkey Series is a 110w, 2’x2’ recessed fixture with full pan and tilt capabilities making it an ideal choice for videoconferencing and “office space” studios. The Powerkey is the industry’s only zoomable fluorescent fixture. With a variety of dimming options, it makes an excellent addition for studio applications. |
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www.wybron.com Wybron showcased the RDM capabilities of their color changing fixtures, scrollers, and accessories. They had the Eclipse, Colorram, CXI and Nexera on display, as well as their Transition fiber illuminator. Also being demonstrated were their Power Supplies and Gateways. Although they could not discuss it at the show, Wybron did give us a hint at some very exciting news to come in the next few weeks. Please check out their website in the near future to learn about some exciting tie-in innovations with two other major manufacturers. |
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www.zylight.com Zylight showed their two compact, LED camera lights. The Z50 has a 2” x 2” lens and an effective range of up to 4’, while the larger Z90 which has a 2” high x 3” wide lens and an effective range up to approximately 8’. Both feature onboard color mixing and the ability to store color presets which can then be recalled by pressing a button. The color temperature can be adjusted from 2500k-9000k as well as pre-programmed presets for daylight and tungsten. Another interesting and useful feature is a built in wireless communication between units, called Zylink. Zylink allows the user to adjust the attributes of a remote source, such as a fill light on a stand, from a local source like the light on the top of a camera. They also offer a small remote unit, which can be used to adjust linked lights as well as accepting DMX-512 input via a 5-pin Male XLR connector. Physically the units feature a sturdy construction and design that seems like it will hold up well for rugged use. The units are not water-proof, so they should be protected from direct rain or snow, similar to protecting a wireless microphone in these situations. |
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