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USA - Gefen has announced a new method of high definition video extension which can transmit audio and video data up to 150ft over Cat 5 cable - the first time, according to Gefen, that Cat 5 cables can carry the large amounts of data required for HD clarity and precision. New chip technologies have created a method of packaging data that can be transmitted successfully using industry-standard Cat 5E cables, say the company.

Multiple resolutions up to 1080i and multi-channel digital audio are effective at distances up to 150ft, making the HDTV Extender over Cat 5 cable an economical alternative to fibre optics or copper cables for medium-length installations. It is highly advantageous when upgrading audio/video systems from analogue to digital because cabling does not have to be replaced.

THe HDTV Extender is available in two models that work with HD's two most popular interfa

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UK - Allen & Heath will be showcasing the next generation of its best selling MixWizard range of multi-purpose compact consoles, at the A.C. Lighting North show 2004, taking place at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds on 11-12 May. Allen & Heath has utilized the latest technology to add new and improved features to the range, which comprises the WZ³12:2, WZ³14:4:2 and WZ³16:2 mixers.

The WZ³16:2 and WZ³12:2 feature a dedicated mono output fader, with innovative mode for control of aux fed subs, while the WZ³14:4:2 builds on Allen & Heath's pioneering dual functionality and boasts a 6x2 matrix, a unique feature for a compact mixer.

All models now have a new mic preamp design and advanced grounding scheme further enhancing sonic quality. WZ³ also feature individual phantom power switches, channel signal indicators, lamp sockets and backup supply capability. Internal conf

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Denmark - Martin Professional has introduced a new tool for power distribution - an intelligent mobile switch pack for use wherever DMX power control of a complete installation is needed. The PSP-12 offers easy DMX control of interior and exterior light sources and many other devices. Also, using high quality power relays, the PSP-12 will reduce installation costs, say Martin.

Individual circuit breakers, one on each output, protect against short circuits and overloads, while a Bypass Safety Switch allows manual control of all outputs: the DMX address switch is selectable using the pole DIP switches. DMX gives individual control of all output channels, and a high power output of 2300W (230 V) on each channel makes it possible to connect nearly any device.

Multiple devices can also be connected to the same output, with the status of each output clearly indicated through the P

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UK - Distributed internationally by Proel UK is Alto's new PS4HA - an active, two-way 12" enclosure, with a heavy-duty, high-resistance ABS housing. It comes equipped with multiple points for flying, and features an onboard Class H power amplifier, which delivers 300W into the low frequency driver and 100W for the HF section.

Proel says that the new speaker provides high quality acoustic performance - far better than budget-priced plastic housed PA enclosures. The PS4HA is the first of a completely new generation of PA enclosures from Alto, with seven more models destined for launch in the next few months.

(Lee Baldock)

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Italy - The ELISA 2126from RCF is a multi-function unit combining a six-CD auto-changer with cartridge operation, FM tuner with station memory and a seven-input integrated amplifier with 120W RMS - available on four selectable speaker lines.

Suitable for bars, restaurants, retail stores and fast food chains, the EL 2126 offers four balanced mic/ line inputs and an external Line-Level input for an additional source (i.e. Satellite Receiver). The system can be connected to a priority source (i.e. PABX) and has a built-in chime and a double siren with adjustable volume for emergency. This versatile unit also has an integrated four-zone selection keyboard for individual activation of the sound to different rooms.

(Sarah Rushton-Read)

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Czech Republic - Robe's latest product release, the ColorSpot 250AT, builds on the ColorSpot 250 XT, one of its most popular moving head models. ColorSpot 250 'Advanced Technology' is the ColorSpot range luminaire for applications requiring smaller and more discreet lights. The ColorSpot 250 AT is aimed at TV studios, small- to medium-sized clubs and various other types of installation, including retail environments.

The fixture uses Robe's high-efficiency optics, designed and manufactured in-house, to ensure the fixture is exceptionally bright for its size, while its streamlined new shell design follows the same aesthetics and style as the larger ColorSpot 1200 AT.

ColorSpot 250 features include a new rotating gobo wheel with seven replaceable 'Slot and Lock' dichroic glass gobos and open, and a new colour wheel hosting 10 replaceable 'Slot and Lock' colours plus open. The th

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USA - VTG Audio and Stardraw announced that Net CAD has won a Pick Hits award at NAB 2004. Net CAD is VTG Audio's new on-line custom panel design and ordering application, commissioned from software providers, Stardraw.com, which went live at the recent NSCA show in Las Vegas.

(Sarah Rushton-Read)

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Sweden - Wireless Solution AB is Swedish based company with wide experience of the wireless industry. A radio engineer and a real-time programmer - formerly from a worldwide manufacturer of mobile phones and GSM base stations - run the company's R&D Department.

Swelite W-DMX is based on the technology and philosophy of GSM, with the same security of transmission including Frequency Hopping (FHSS) and Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA), which was originally developed by the US Army for safe and encrypted communication during wartime. With 128 different FHSS patterns plus TDMA it is more or less impossible to get interference from other equipment on the 2.4GHz band. To make it even safer the company has included an encryption on the signal from sender to receiver so that each receiver only listen to his master sender and ignores all other signals.

The system is used for both P

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USA - Interactive Technologies Inc, manufacturer of professional entertainment and architectural lighting controls, has introduced the Figment DMX version 5.1, which adds next-generation Bluetooth wireless connectivity features to the award-winning Figment DMX lighting console software package for Palm OS compatible PDAs.

Also new is a Sidewinder Bluetooth Module that easily adds Bluetooth wireless functionality to the company's Sidewinder family of DMX interfaces.

With Figment 5.1 running on a Bluetooth-enabled PDA, Figment can be used to focus fixtures, tech moving lights, run show files, perform diagnostics, view console channel levels and more, by wirelessly connecting to a Sidewinder DMX interface that has been outfitted with a Sidewinder Bluetooth Module.

Adding a Bluetooth module to the Sidewinder DMX interface allows a PDA running Figment DMX with built-in Bluetooth

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UK - Klark Teknik announced the launch of a PC remote control for the award-winning Helix DN9340 digital equalization system. This is the latest add-in to the ELGAR software control shell that has been developed for Klark Teknik and Midas products.

The PC controller mirrors the operation of the units themselves, allowing instant and simultaneous online control of up to 64 channels of EQ from a laptop, tablet computer or compatible device. The unique 'FastNav' feature allows access to any function of any channel with just two button clicks, making control of even the largest systems quick and simple. The software has been extensively beta-tested on numerous events and tours with excellent results.

The Graphical User Interface is intuitive and straightforward to use. The Homepage provides a composite view of the overall operation of any channel and full real-time metering is pro

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Denmark - TC Electronic introduces Mastering 6000, which will make its debut at AES, Berlin. The Mastering 6000 is a four-engine mastering processor based on the company's award-winning multi-channel processing platform, System 6000. Mastering 6000 is a custom set of precise timing and high-resolution digital signal processing tools designed specifically for mastering engineers producing high-quality audio for CD, DVD, SACD and film. Mastering 6000 has a license-based structure, which enables it to be augmented with optional processing tools.

New limiting and compression algorithms in Mastering 6000 include MD4, featuring a five-band stereo and MS processor with linear phase split filter topology, an updated Brickwall Limiter that prevents listening fatigue and distortion using internal sample rates of up to 480 kHz (five times upsampling) and new custom A/D and D/A conversion

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Germany - The Major S/E (Safe and Easy) blinders are the currently the safest blinders on the market, according to German distributor Lightpower. They are equipped, say the company, with an all-pole automatic shutoff which guarantees a safe and easy lampcheck and/or exchange, as the blinder is switched off after the lamp line has been opened. The complete product range includes 4-Lite and 8-Lite Par 36 blinders.

Both are divided into two swivel-mounted sections. The Par 36 blinders have been completed by the new 9-Lite and 8-Lite circle versions. In addition, the complete product range includes the 8-Lite blinder 4 x 2, which offers the possibility to achieve the popular fan-shaped effect when using ACL lamps. It is also available with a yoke to mount it horizontally or vertically.

(Lee Baldock)

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Germany - Steinberg Media Technologies recently announced that the latest version of its award-winning WaveLab audio editing and mastering application is now shipping to resellers worldwide. Offering full multi-channel surround support, a video track and DVD audio mastering and authoring.

One of the major new releases in Steinberg's 20th anniversary year, WaveLab 5 now encompasses a full set of DVD Audio mastering and authoring tools, making WaveLab 5 the first and currently only application to support both CD-Audio and DVD Audio formats within a unified interface. WaveLab 5 is also the first and currently only application to combine all aspects of stereo and multi-channel high-resolution audio editing, processing, mastering and DVD-Audio authoring/burning.

Arnd Kaiser, Steinberg's senior product manager for Music Technology commented: "We are, of course, very proud to be

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UK - Le Mark Group has introduced one of the world's most extensively-used gaffer tapes to its range. Pro-Gaffer from Pro Tapes & Specialities replaces Scapa 3101 as Le Mark's heavy-duty all-weather tape.

Pro-Gaffer is one of the best vinyl coated cloths available and is used by leading movie technicians and engineers worldwide. The advantages over Scapa 3101 are that the range offers 20 standard colours plus a superior matt surface thus reducing light reflection. Vinyl coated cloth tapes offer advanced performance in both high and low temperature applications and a high adhesive weight ensures a strong hold for extreme conditions such as 'off shore location-filming' and extreme rigging and fixing. Pro-Gaffer now companions Permacel P665 within the ever-growing Le Mark waterproof cloth based specialist tape range.

(Sarah Rushton-Read)

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Germany - Digigram, manufacturer of sound cards for high end pro audio applications, launched at AES Europe the LCM220v2 sound card with 2/2 balanced analogue I/Os, which replaces the popular LCM220. The new board is targeted at broadcast automation, permanent playback, logging, and other pro audio applications.

By offering a more specific set of functions, the LCM220v2 provides Digigram on-board audio processing and features at a lower price point than comparable cards in Digigram's PCX range. Full duplex, the card offers simultaneous and independent record and playback capabilities, as well as real-time, simultaneous MPEG Layer I and Layer II compression and decompression during record and playback.

New features include 24-bit converters, analog and digital level control on the outputs, short length PCI format (175 mm or 6.875"), as well as Universal PCI bus (5V, 5V+3.3

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UK - Trantec has introduced its PT1 UHF stereo audio system, aimed at use in theatre venues and other public buildings. In October 2004, new legislation in the form of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) will come into force requiring theatre venues and all public spaces to make facilities available for patrons with sensory disabilities. Trantec's PT1 offers a flexible radio-based solution to the complex issues surrounding this new legislation.

The DDA requires that theatre venues should be able to provide subtitles or captioning and signed performances for hearing impaired patrons and audio description for partially sighted and blind patrons. The key to the solution is to offer dual-channel systems either through Infrared or radio frequency-based systems, which can simultaneously transmit hearing reinforcement and audio description.

The PT1, originally designed for multi-

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International - The June 2004 issue of Lighting&Sound International magazine (published 9 June 2004) will feature a Technical Focus on the new Working at Height Regulations. PLASA's Health & Safety consultant, Ron Bonner, has been delivering a seminar to the industry on the subject of the new regulations, including at the PALME exhibition in Dubai in February, and at this week's A.C. Lighting North trade show in Leeds. He comments: "This legislation is being forced on our industry - and a number of others - very soon. As so much of the work in entertainment technology is carried out at height, I believe it is vital that professionals working in this industry have an understanding of what is in store for them."

The Technical Focus article will also go on to provide a round-up of chain hoist motors and their control systems. The review will examine standards and safety,

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UK - Global Display Solutions (GDS), market leader in the design and manufacture of display solutions, has joined forces with NextWindow, designer and developer of optical imaging technologies in the field of touch recognition. Under the agreement NextWindow will supply optical imaging technology forintegration into GDS's new 32" and 37" LCD displays, providing the displays with touchscreen capabilities.

GDS selected NextWindow for its touchscreen technology after GDS's research into the touch solutions available for large interactive displays identified NextWindow's technology as being superior in performance over other touch technologies on the market, say the company. This new joint venture will enable both companies to combine their unrivalled manufacturing and design capabilities to deliver touchscreen displays of unparalleled quality and innovation to industry s

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Finland - FogScreen Inc has launched its new interactive fog screen. The world's first 'airborne interactive touch screen' is next-generation technology developed from FogScreen's pioneering airborne projection screen. When you write or draw upon the interactive fog screen, say the company, the writing or designs miraculously and continuously float in the air.

Interactive, airborne projection screens will find many uses within the entertainment industry and in out-of-home advertising (interactive, walk-through advertisements in airports, malls etc). Because fog screens are unbreakable, they are especially useful in applications intended for the public, such as information screens. The company also points to the need for sterile touch-screen communication devices in hospitals and factory clean rooms, which could potentially be satisfied by the interactive fog screens.

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UK - Summit Steel has purchased a large rigging automation and movement system by Kinesys from Brilliant Stages. It consists of 30 model LL Lodestars, operating with Elevation 1+ vari-speed hoist controllers and Kinesys' Vector Motion Control software. The purchase is part of Summit's ongoing commitment to the specialist area of movement and motion control, say the company.

Each Elevation 1+ Variable Speed hoist controller allows the variable speed running and full positional control of an electric chain hoist via an RS485-based protocol. The unit itself also incorporates a full variable-speed manual control plus remote handset control for basic running. Units can be daisy-chained together for easy set-up of multi-point lifts.

Summit is using Kinesys' Vector Motion Control software as the primary show control. Vector is a fully-featured motion control sequencing system that c

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USA / UK - High End Systems has released the latest version of software for the Flying Pig Systems Wholehog III lighting console. Version 1.3.6 adds initial direct interaction for remote focus with Cast Lighting's WYSIWYG Perform R8 visualization software via Ethernet, as well as improving the functionality of many existing features and enhancing the overall performance and reliability of the system. Version 1.3.6 is now available for download at www.flyingpig.com.

This is the second software release by the recently re-organized Hog development team, following just two months after the release of v1.3.5. Since the departure of several developers in January, High End Systems has been quick to build a new development team. While several of the original developers still occupy the London office, most of the new team is based in the

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UK - Of interest to organizers of club nights and party events, Essex Sound & Light (ESL) has announced that its Neo One Impulse text-to-screen system has won Best in Class award for Customer Relations Management at the Global Messaging Congress, held at London Olympia. ESL is the UK distributor for the system.

Neo One enables clubbers to instantly interact with each other, or the DJ. The system enables a text or picture message to be sent from the clubber's phone to large plasma or projection screens around the venue, which everyone can read. A dedicated control centre monitors every text, to ensure they comply with the club's moderation policy. Once cleared by the system, the message appears on screen within 15 seconds.

Neo One can also be used for internal promotions, such as forthcoming club nights or special drink prices. In addition to this, say ESL, the system can be us

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Hungary - Raymax has introduced its new MovingLED fixture, which incorporates LED technology in a remote-controlled moving head unit. The company says the light output of the fixture is comparable to that of a 575W arc lamp-based washlight - using just a fifth of the energy.

Imre Pesti, general director of Budapest-based Raymax said: "We required a lighting solution that offered a lower power requirement than traditional lighting sources so that we could eliminate forced cooling and noise. Lumileds' Luxeon LEDs combine the brightness of conventional lighting with the small footprint, long life and other advantages of LEDs. The Luxeon last the fixture's lifetime so there is no requirement for specialist disassembly or cleaning [and] there are no openings on the body of the fixture.

Each fixture utilizes 90 Luxeon LEDs in blue, green, amber and red to create a fast and fl

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UK - Dynamax Technologies announced today the exclusive UK launch of what it claims is "the digital sign industry's most intelligent scheduling and broadcast software yet" - PointOfView-NG. The system, which will be officially unveiled at the In-Store Marketing Exhibition at Earls Court (15 - 17 June 2004), is a new method of delivering dynamic advertising content to display screens at remote locations, say the company.

New features of the software include full audit capabilities and management functions enabling operators to control where and when messages are displayed, at the touch of a button. The software is designed to alert network operators if the displays are not being utilized to their full capacity, maximizing the ROI with digital screen networks. Dynamax's development director, Howard Smith, comments: "To make best use of digital screen technology you

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