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Australia - Enttec's latest release, the Open DMX Ethernet (ODE), brings DMX over Ethernet into reach of any budget for the very first time.

Enttec's experience with DMX over Ethernet products, such as the DMXEthergate and Datagate, and the enormous success of their DMX/USB interfaces, has led to the development of the Open DMX Ethernet - a simple, low-cost DMX over Ethernet node.

The ODE is a truly plug'n'play Art-Net node. There are no dipswitches, thumb wheels or other fiddly settings to worry about. By default, it is set to output the first DMX Universe via Art-Net (Sub-net 0, Universe 0), making it easily compatible with a wide range of PC-based Lighting Controllers and Ethernet-enabled Lighting Consoles straight out of the box.

To access the full range of features, the O

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Vietnam - A full-scale JBL Vertec system was utilised for the 57th Miss Universe 2008 pageant. The event took place at the Crown Convention Centre, located at the Diamond Bay Resort on the coast near Nha Trang City, Vietnam. Dayana Mendoza, Miss Venezuela, was crowned Miss Universe 2008 from a field of 80 hopeful contestants. The pageant was broadcast live by NBC in English and Telemundo in Spanish to more than one billion viewers in over 180 nations.

Staged in a 7,500-seat performance space, the audio system needed to provide precision coverage with sufficient power to be heard throughout the venue, with adequate clarity to meet live broadcast standards. To achieve these goals, the professional audio team turned to Vertec for the system's loudspeaker components.

New-York based Firehouse Productions performed system integration functions and pre-event testing before shipping t

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UK - Automation specialist Kinesys has appointed two Australian distributors - TC Hasemer and HME. The two companies - both headquartered in New South Wales - will be covering different elements of the market. TC Hasemer will be concentrating on the rental and production companies, live events and temporary installations. HME's core market is permanent venue installationsand theatrical refurbishments.

Kinesys' Dave Weatherhead says: "We've generally been getting an increasing amount of inquiries from the region recently," adding that more concert world tours are now including the country on their itineraries, which is another reason for having good local support.

Australia is also a commercial and geographical hub for sales and support across Asia, the Far East and the Pan Pacific areas.

(Jim Evans)

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China- Audio distribution systems from Peavey MediaMatrix are providing audio networking and sound reinforcement for the 2008 Olympic Games at several major sports venues across China.

Peavey MediaMatrix NION Series processing nodes-bundled with NWare software are tasked with distributing the event announcements and background music for Beijing Olympic Basketball Gymnasium, and the Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Court.

Both the Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Center, which seats 10,000 spectators, and equestrian events held at the Hong Kong Jockey Club also feature Peavey MediaMatrix NION audio distribution systems. In the Beijing Shooting Range Hall, a fully integrated MediaMatrix Miniframe II 180c serves as the main audio processing and distribution system, while a selection of 80 Crest Audio Pro 200 Series amplifiers helped power the opening ceremonies at Beijing National Stadiu

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UK - Vaughan Sound Installations (VSI), part of the PAI Group, specified and installed AV systems throughout Penallta House, the new £20 million HQ for Caerphilly County Borough Council in Wales.

VSI was brought onboard to offer specialist sound, AV and integration skills by the project's electrical contractors Highadmit Projects, who in turn were working for principal building contractors, HBG.

The project - which put 'audio-visual integration' at the hub of it's agenda - was managed for VSI by Keith Fish, who comments: "We came up with a highly flexible, cost-effective solution for the client. This included our specialist expertise and knowledge of the audio visual arena which allowed VSI to deliver all the requirements from design/spec of the systems, right through to installation and commissioning."

VSI's brief included the provision of flexible and appro

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UK - Following an intensive year of development Zero 88 is showcasing a host of new control products to PLASA 2008, with focus very much on theatrical lighting control.

After its initial preview at ABTT, Zero 88's Orb console is making its international debut. With a combination of theatrical control philosophy and an adaptable hardware platform, Orb provides intuitive control of both generics and moving lights. (Visit www.orbdesk.com for full product information).

Also launching at the show is a theatrical version of Zero 88's popular Jester consoles, bringing the power and flexibility of these consoles to those operating in theatre environments.

LightFactory PC-based console software will also be featured on the stand. New Programming and Playback wings are being launched at the show and visitors to the Zero 88 stand will also get a sneak preview of the latest software enh

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UK - New DMX, RDM and Ethernet lighting tools from ELC will be on show in the White Light Zone in Earls Court 2.

Two of the new products, the DT125 and DT229, are designed for users looking to incorporate the RDM Remote Device Management bi-directional communication extension to the DMX512 standard into their lighting rigs.

RDM is designed to operate over existing DMX cabling, but requires new DMX splitters that can deal with the new communication from the lights back to the lighting controller. Both products are DMX/RDM splitters, DT125 offering one DMX input to five outputs, DT229 offering two DMX inputs with eight outputs. Both products also include a USB connector, allowing easy firmware updates if required as the DMX or RDM standards are revised over time.

The new dmXLAN node 3 extends RDM functionality to DMX carried over Ethernet; the unit is a DMX to ArtNet conversio

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Australia - ARX has announced the addition of the ARX USB-DI VC Digital to Analogue Direct Box to its established AudiBox range. In response to requests from users of the original USB DI who have been using it for specific applications, ARX developed the new ARX USB DI-VC with the addition of an output level control.

It is still a true "Plug and Play" digital to analogue pro audio interface, removing the need to use any existing sound card outputs, but now the output level can be modified quickly and accurately, external to the Computer.

It features full transformer balanced output isolation to eliminate earth loops / ground hum and other extraneous interaction noise and distortion.

The addition of the volume control allows the USB DI-VC to be used without a mixer. This is a very useful option when driving active loudspeakers from a laptop - the level control lets

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UK - For the London Red Bull Air Races over the River Thames, Arena Seating provided three temporary spectator viewing areas, built either side of the river. Temporary seating was installed at the David Beckham Academy Coach Park and O2 Car Park 4 on the south side of the river, with a third installation north of the river at Peruvian Wharf.

As well as the seating, Arena Seating supplied a 24m wide public staircase, 20m long, and provided the main big screen scaffolding support.

Arena Seating's project manager Martin Clark was responsible for a build which saw over 10,000 plastic tiered tip-up seats installed next-door to the O2 Arena (5,169 in the Coach Park and 4,974 in the Car Park, with an additional 50 wheelchair positions). A further 9,226 seats were built at Peruvian Wharf on the opposite bank; in all a temporary venue of nearly 20,000 capacity was installed for spectat

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The Netherlands - From 5-12 July, the Dutch town of Rhenen once again became the focal point of the pop and rock scene in the Netherlands, thanks to the Rijnweek Festival, now firmly established as one of the most popular events in the Dutch festival calendar. The final concert alone, featuring acts like Zlotavond, Jeroen van der Boom, and Frans Bauer, drew an audience of over 30,000.

Tiel-based rental company Stagepoint BV was responsible for the production of the week-long event this year, supported by tour specialists Dryhire and Electro-Voice/Midas partner in the Netherlands, E-Audio Benelux.

The Stagepoint team led by System Engineer Sander de Kruif opted for Electro-Voice systems, with the centrepiece of the production comprising an XLC 127 DVX compact line-array system, Xsub bass cabinets, and RCM-controlled TG amplifiers, all from Electro-Voice.

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UK Stage One recently headed to ExCeL in London's Docklands for the 2008 British International Motor Show. Brought in by client, International Motor Industry Events (IMIE), Stage One was asked to realise the designs of Hstudio for the special exhibition area entitled, The Ultimate Collection.

Stage One helped to transform the Platinum Suite into an exclusive invitation-only exhibition area, displaying 19 models including Ferrari, Lamborghini and Bugatti. Stage One's main involvement was blacking out the room, using steel and gauze panels and constructing plinths on which each car was positioned.

The oval plinths were high spec with a seamless black gloss mirrored laminate finish. Attached to each plinth was a totem containing a lightbox graphic that displayed information about the car. Digitally printed double-sided corporate identity banners then topped each totem.

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UK - The Meyer Sound stand will showcase the company's solutions designed to support a full spectrum of applications, from the largest arena tours to installations in intimate restaurants. Show attendees will have a look at the new UPQ-1P wide coverage loudspeaker, along with other established Meyer Sound products.

A new addition to the UltraSeries, the UPQ-1P exhibits high power (136 dB peak SPL at 1m), low distortion, and a wide coverage pattern of 80-degrees by 50-degrees. The UPQ-1P has already been widely embraced by installed sound professionals, with an order of 48 units going to Westfalen Sound for its corporate account, Skoda Auto. The UPQ-1P has also been selected as part of the audio upgrade for the Phantom of the Opera production on the West End.

The self-powered MM-4XP miniature loudspeaker will be shown in a variety of custom colours. The M'elodie line arr

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UK - Supplementing its comprehensive choice of professional audio equipment, Impact Products has added Brooke's two new ranges of Compact and Stadium Line Array speakers, "suiting almost any indoor or outdoor venue".

The Compact range, suitable for small to mid-sized venues, offers 250w from twin 8" drivers and a central tweeter in the full range 'top' speaker, with the subwoofer having an 18" 500w bass driver.

Providing sound quality for the larger venue, the Stadium system's top box is configured with two 12" 300w bass drivers, two 8" 200w mid-range drivers and two 50w tweeters, whilst the subwoofer packs a total of 1400w from two 18" bass drivers.

The hardware can be flown from a variety of rigging points and adjustable mounts allow top speakers to be shaped in the distinctive line array curve, further enhancing the rich sound. Alternati

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Eire - With environmental awareness at an all time high in the Republic of Ireland, Greenled LED lamps is making waves across the Irish Sea. The Gloucestershire-based sustainable lighting company is currently working with a number of architects, specifiers and developers in Ireland, including sustainable construction company, Monti - the developer responsible for the innovative Watermint apartment development.

Located close to Cabinteely Park, eight miles from the centre of Dublin, the Watermint development is a collection of 13 apartments, built using a host of energy-efficient features, including over 400 Greenled LED lamps.

Dublin architecture practice, DMOD, was responsible for obtaining planning permission for the development. Project architect, Gemma Dwyer, explains more about how the development is coming together. "Sustainable design has been at the forefront of d

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USA - At this month's San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, the first Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival will treat a record audience to more than 60 bands; including headliners Radiohead, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, and Jack Johnson, in addition to Beck, Ben Harper, Steve Winwood, Wilco and Primus. History will be made as several artists become the firsts to ever play at night in the park, but the three-day festival is more than a music celebration.

Outside Lands urges attendees to think and act on climate change by featuring the Eco Lands interactive conservation programme, a solar-powered stage, an organic farmers' market, and plenty of educational opportunities.

Long committed to being a sustainable business and supporting the local music scene, Meyer Sound has signed on as the festival's official Audio Systems Partner, providing its sound reinforcement equipment in coll

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UK - CUK Audio has announced its appointment as the UK distributor for Media Technology Systems Inc. (MTSi). With headquarters in Westlake Village, California, MTSi provides products and solutions for installed sound, paging and communications. CUK Audio will launch MTSi to the UK at PLASA 08.

"MTSi is a genuinely innovative new brand using and developing new technology to provide flexible, cost-effective solutions," commented CUK Audio MD, Stuart Thomson. "The company was formed by some very talented individuals with long experience in the industry and it shows through in the range of products. Being in at the start of MTSi in the UK is a great opportunity and we will be working hard to ensure that it becomes the major brand it has the potential to be."

Ian Stott, MTSi VP marketing, adds, "The UK is a key market for any brand in Europe and in CUK I be

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UK - FogScreen, Inc will feature a seamless 3 x One projection screen installation. The FogScreen One and Inia both utilise patented technology to create a thin layer of fog that is dry to the touch and environmentally safe. The 1m wide screen provides the option of seamlessly linking with additional FogScreen One projection devices to create a fog-canvas "as large as the imagination desires". Visitors to the stand will be invited to take part in a competition to create the most visionary FogScreen projection screen installation.

FogScreen is offering AV Rental companies a special incentive to purchase the FogScreen One projection screen. The PLASA 08 show offer is a 2 x One projection screen at a reduced cost, together with Partner Program Gold membership in a chosen territory. For integrators, FogScreen One is especially interesting since it enables the creation of l

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UK - Nitelites has boosted its audio inventory with KV2 Audio EX12s and EX6s. "Ultimately we must never lose sight of the fact that we're a hire company providing a service and earning money from doing that," says the production company's Jamie Moore.

"I am interested in products that sound great and perform to, and in some cases exceed, our expectations but I also need products that can earn me money and without a doubt these EX12's have done that and continue to do that because they sound great and are such a versatile product."

Originally looking for a solution for the audio system for their work with many of the country's outdoor athletic events such as The Great North Run and many a half and full marathon around the country, they were introduced to the KV2 EX series by KV2 UK sales manager Mick Butler who arranged for a demonstration of the EX12 active

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UK - The Queen's Hall and The Hub, two of Edinburgh's most prominent live performance venues, have been equipped for with Nexo's newest line array enclosures, the Geo S12 Series. Edinburgh-based sound rental company A&R Martin has installed the S12 systems in time for the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, which precedes the International Festival and the Fringe Festival.

Located in an old church building, The Hub hosts some of the hottest events in the Jazz Festival - in this 450-seat hall with high ceilings and a wraparound balcony, the neo-gothic interior décor has not been compromised by the addition of a small Geo S12 system flown above the stage, and Nexo's new RS15 subs on the floor.

Long-time Nexo user A&R Martin has supplied rental systems to this venue in the past. "In here, the acts are acoustic by nature, so subtle reinforcement is the name of the game. W

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Singapore - As in past years, this year's National Day celebration was on a grand scale with large numbers of Martin automated lighting fixtures used to bathe the Marina Bay venue in swathes of celebratory colour. 320 MAC 2000 Washes, 60 MAC 2000 Wash XBs and 20 MAC 2000 Performances were utilsed. Lighting production was by Showtec Group of Singapore.

The 60 MAC 2000 Wash XB fixtures formed the bulk of the stage's front wash for the National Day event. "With the XB's I'm getting more level on stage and much better control, and the new lens has taken them to a whole new level," says lighting designer Paul Collison."They were sent directly from Martin's Danish headquarters and gave much more control over the 100m throw to the stage.

"The shallow angle of the FOH position caused all sorts of grief last year with excess ambient light being thrown on to the cons

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China - Laoshan Velodrome, which is hosting all cycling during the Olympics, has a capacity of 6,000 spectators. It features a 250m oval shaped track and a total surface of 32,92sq.m. Positioned in the arena are the BSS Audio Soundweb Original SW9088iis, one dbx DriveRack 260 control, along with Crown CTS 600 and CTS 1200 amplifiers powering two JBL AC2212/64 and two JBL AM 4315/64 loudspeakers. The system was sold through Hong Kong-based distributor Advanced Communications Equipment (ACE).

The Soundweb Original SW9088iis forms the heart of the audio system. In a single rackspace unit, it offers eight analogue inputs with comprehensive LED monitoring, eight analogue outputs and open architecture signal processing.

"Laoshan Velodrome presented a challenge because of the arena's smaller size, and unique events for indoor spectator viewing," said Iain Gregory, product m

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