product pick of the month

Interactive Technologies Cuelink

Interactive Technologies Inc. launches the CueLink, a new wireless Ethernet bridge that is specifically designed for professional lighting and show control applications. With CueLink, Ethernet-based lighting and other show control data can be wirelessly broadcast in and around an event site with an unprecedented range of up to 5mi. (8km) and an immunity to interference that far surpasses that of 802.11 (WiFi) based products.

CueLink applications are limited only by the imagination of the system designer. Remotely control lighting, audio desks, laser projectors, video switchers, or nearly anything networked via Ethernet, all while enjoying the security provided by the latest in high-reliability wireless data technology.

One of CueLink's most unique and important features is its built-in understanding of many popular lighting and show control protocols, which allows CueLink to intelligently optimize what network traffic should be allowed to cross the wireless link. The user can, for example, specify that only Pathport DMX universes 1, 7, 34, and 56 be broadcast to the remote network.

“CueLink fills a void in our industry for rock-solid wireless Ethernet that 802.11 simply cannot fill,” says Rob Johnston, president and director of engineering for Interactive Technologies. “Adding intelligence to CueLink that allows it to recognize and properly dispatch various lighting and show control protocols in real time is an exciting feature that makes CueLink perform considerably better for entertainment and architectural lighting than any other generic wireless Ethernet solution on the market.” CueLink builds on the company's six years of industry-leading experience with wireless lighting and show control. In 1997, Interactive Technologies introduced the award-winning RadioDMX products to entertainment and architectural lighting. CueLink is available now.
INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
APOPKA, FL
WWW.INTERACTIVE-ONLINE.COM
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Alcons RBN 601 Ribbon Driver

Alcons introduces the RBN 601 ribbon driver, which has a natural cylindrical wave front, the main ingredient for a good working line array system. With real 90° horizontal dispersion, it is a building block for the forthcoming Alcons line array system. The current acceptance of line array technology and the development of the high-power Alcons RBN 601 ribbon driver has led to the development of a ribbon-loaded line array system for high-power applications. The first Alcons line array will be a compact, multi-use system, complete with dedicated processing and controlling.
ALCONS AUDIO B.V.
ZWAAG, NETHERLANDS
WWW.ALCONSAUDIO.COM/LINEARRAY
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Alphaton ACT-100 Cable Tester

Alphaton introduces the ACT-100 Cable Tester to the US market through its exclusive North American distributor, Atlantic Pro Audio. The ACT-100 active remote cable tester has several features that set it apart from other cable testers. The hand-held base unit comes in a durable metal casing that is small enough to be easy to work with, yet not so small as to be easily lost. Error codes are displayed via three multicolored LEDs, and for added convenience, the code legend is printed directly on the metal casing — no paper code sheets to keep track of on the job. It operates with standard 9V batteries, unlike some units that require specialized car-alarm batteries. The remote adapter plug, included with the unit, allows the ACT-100 to conveniently test snake lines and long cable runs where the ends are in different locations.
ATLANTIC PRO AUDIO, EXCLUSIVE US DISTRIBUTOR
ORLANDO, FL
WWW.ATLANTICPROAUDIO.COM
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Concert Audio Evolution Series

Concert Audio presents the large sound reinforcement series Evolution, which comprises the EF-6 full-range cabinet, the ESF flying bass, and the ESX ground-stacked subwoofer. The EF-6 system is equipped with two 12" conical loudspeakers with 75mm (2.95") voice coils for the low midrange and is rated at 1,200W into 8 ohms. The 720mm-deep (28.35") enclosure is trapezoidal, the width tapering to 224mm (8.81") at the rear, and weighs only 65kg (143lb), making it possible to construct very compact and light arrays. The available subwoofer extensions are a 2×18" ground-stacking subwoofer and a 1×18" flying subwoofer with the same dimensions as the full-range unit. The flying hardware is fully integrated, which means you can create clusters in any desired combination, without any additional parts other than the top cradles required.
THINK ABELE GMBH & CO. KG, EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR
NUFRINGEN, GERMANY
WWW.CONCERTAUDIO.DE
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Entertainment Technology Marquee 24/48 Console

Entertainment Technology's Marquee 24/48 is a powerful lighting console, powered by Horizon software. It is a true tracking console with a clear and concise interface which gets you started writing cues fast. Rather than using multiple screens, it displays a wealth of information on a single screen, allowing the user to know what's going on faster and easier. The flexible hardware design future-proofs main components of the console. The Horizon operating system can be easily upgraded or expanded for additional channels. Expansion ports provide integration with playback masters or stage management wings, which can be located up to 300' away. Designed ACN-ready to keep pace with emerging standards, it uses Ethernet to expand its channel count or provide remote nodes. Because it has Horizon inside, it has an unlimited number of simultaneous fades, unlimited cues, groups, and macros. It has two timed/manual fader pairs, track pad, level wheel, and 48 submasters with individual bump buttons.
ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY, A GENLYTE THOMAS COMPANY
DALLAS, TX
WWW.ETDIMMING.COM
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Martin MAC 250 Krypton

Martin Professional's MAC 250 Profile has been thoroughly updated both inside and out, spawning two new versions. Retooled for greater performance and featuring an all-new look, the MAC 250 is now available in either the full-featured MAC 250 Entour or the leaner MAC 250 Krypton. The MAC 250 Krypton features a number of significant changes including a new optical system for brighter output and improved image quality, new gobo patterns, improved movement, and an all-new design. A new and improved glass reflector produces extremely high light output — more than competitive products using condenser-based optical systems. A high-precision achromatic lens system maximizes optical efficiency of the Philips MSD 250/2 lamp (included) for superior image quality.
MARTIN PROFESSIONAL
AARHUS, DENMARK
WWW.MARTIN.DK
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InnovaSON Sy80

Sennheiser introduces the InnovaSON Sy80, designed for live sound touring, fixed installation, and broadcast applications. The Sy80 features a brand-new control surface, new software, and a unique new technology that allows users to define the function of any fader on the console. It features 80 inputs, 80 outputs, 80 faders, and 48 mix buses housed in a new chassis weighing less than 176lb (80kg). Combined with a new version of the company's real-time console software manager, Sensoft 8, and a new DSP module built around the latest SHARC digital signal processors, the Sy80 offers greater mixing capabilities than ever before. The Sy80 can be used standalone, networked, or combined with any other InnovaSON products. Sharing the modular and flexible architecture common to the entire InnovaSON range, the Sy80 offers users an easy upgrade path through the company's evolving technology and represents a profitable long-term investment.
INNOVASON
PLOUGOUMELEN, FRANCE
WWW.INNOVASON.COM
SENNHEISER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION
OLD LYME, CT
WWW.SENNHEISERUSA.COM
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PCM/Slingco Unibar

PCM and Slingco have collaborated to design and launch the Unibar winch system which allows for the quick and easy raising/lowering of suspension or battens for scenery and lighting equipment with a motor-driven unit. It is a flexible, user-friendly unit designed for installing onto any structure, including universal beams, trussing, channels, and barrels. The Unibar is a cost-effective alternative to the more sophisticated power-assisted winch sets. It fills a gap between these types of products and manual winches or hemp sets. Initially available in 250 or 500kg models with single- or two-speed options, the entire Unibar unit is self-contained, with the motor unit positioned on the end of the track. Single- or three-phase power options are offered, and other product highlights include simple, logical plug-and-play operation. Dual brakes are also available as an option. The control panel can either be fixed to the wall or operated by handheld remote.
PCM
PRENTON, WIRRAL, UK
WWW.ASKPCM.COM
SLINGCO
ROCHDALE, LANCASHIRE, UK
WWW.SLINGCO.CO.UK
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Pulsar Masterpiece 96

Pulsar introduces the Masterpiece 96 lighting control console, a direct development from the Masterpiece 48, with twice the DMX channels for the same price. Features include 96 dimmable control channels; Pulsar MultipleX (PMX) and DMX serial digital outputs; 0-10V analog outputs provided for channels 1-24; 96 scenes each containing any of the 96 channel levels; 24 scene chases with individual speeds, slopes, directions, etc.; and Chase Generator provides quick generation of chase sequences, 22 Environments, and two Environment Chases. The unit is conceptually similar to the Masterpiece 108 and the multitasking structure provides the right amount of programming power required for smaller venues that have a combination of scans, generic, and strobe fixtures. Like its big brother, the Masterpiece 96 is a universal, fully programmable controller.
PULSAR LIGHT OF CAMBRIDGE LTD.
CAMBRIDGE, UK
WWW.PULSARLIGHT.COM
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Robe ColorMix 240 AT

The ColorMix 240 AT is the latest in the new Robe Advanced Technology (AT) series. A static color changer with a 150mm fresnel lens, it is designed as a compact version of ColorMix 250 AT, featuring many useful functions for lighting designers and architects. It is an ideal substitution for conventional PAR reflectors and color scrollers. Utilizing an MSD 250/2 discharge lamp, the fixture outputs a bright and even 18,000 lumens, and has a 2,000-hour average rated life. The ColorMix 240 provides everything expected from a color changer. Other features include full CMY color-mixing, and a separate shutter for blackout and variable strobing. The fixture's dimmer unit allows smooth, micro-step dimming. Manual zoom varies the beam angle from 8° to 22° via the fresnel lens.
ROBE SHOW LIGHTING S.R.O.
ROZNOV POD RADHOSTEM, CZECH REPUBLIC
WWW.ROBE.CZ
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Robert Juliat Buxie 575W MSR/MSD Followspot

Robert Juliat USA announces the Buxie 575W MSR/MSD followspot, which has a zoom range of 11.5-22° for short- to medium-throw applications and comes with a removable, fully closing iris, mechanical dimmer, six-way push/pull color changer with removable filter frames, and an A-size gobo holder. The hot restrike built-in igniter, located in the lantern, is connected to the power supply (PSU) by a Power-Con connector. The removable fan-cooled PSU can be fitted onto the yoke, and operates at voltage ranges of 110/230, 50/60Hz. It uses a rugged and economical 575W MSR or MSD lamp with a G22 base, has a high-performance double condenser optical system, and is available with or without a manual dimmer. The Buxie is now in stock at Robert Juliat USA.
ROBERT JULIAT USA
WALLINGFORD, CT
WWW.ROBERTJULIAT.COM
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Martin Audio W8L Line Array Subwoofer

In order to complete its W8L line array system, Martin Audio introduces the powerful and compact W8LS Line Array Subwoofer. It's a dedicated high-performance sub-bass system designed to augment the low-frequency output of the W8L in large-scale applications where the sub-bass enclosures must be flown. Its physical dimensions are identical to the W8L and it features the same proprietary rigging system, allowing flown arrays to be constructed rapidly and safely. Featuring a very high-power, dual long excursion 18" direct radiator design, the W8LS produces 138dB continuous and 144dB peak from a single half-space unit. Matching the audio performance of the W8L, the W8LS has an extended response of 32-180Hz ±3dB and a usable response to 28Hz (-10dB). The cabinet has twin 1,000W 18" (460mm) drive units with magnet structure and suspensions engineered for maximum linear excursion.
MARTIN AUDIO LTD
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UK
WWW.MARTIN-AUDIO.COM
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