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Ireland - MOSCO Sound Design, d&b audiotechnik's representative in Ireland, showed the versatile additions to d&b's established E-Series range of loudspeaker systems at Even.Tech 2008. These were complimented on the stand by the new d&b D6 amplifier as well as the R70 Ethernet to CAN interface.

Thre E8, E12 and E12-D all combine polyurethane hard foam cabinets with coaxial LF/HF drivers at their heart. Designed for use as standalone full-range loudspeakers, any of these models can be integrated into d&b's larger systems without compromise to performance, says the company. All three models have horns that rotate through 90º, with patterns of 90º x 50º, 80º x 50ºand 110º x 50º (h x v) as well as high power ratings of 129 dB, 134 dBm and 133 dB SPL respectively. With the addition of the E15X subwoofer the bandwidth can be extended down to 40 Hz.

In the same vein, the D6 am

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World Since ETC introduced its compact new Ion lighting control desk a year ago, orders have come in from around the world. Nearly 1,000 new end users have invested in the system, ranging from traditional mid-sized theatres, to independent contractors who own their own Ions.

Lighting designer Tim Edwards of TS Lighting in west London uses an Ion for control on all of his shows. On a recent production of the musical Godspell , Edwards used the Ion to control conventionals, scrollers, Studio Colors and hazers. "ETC has really hit the nail on the head," says Edwards. "The Ion has been a joy to use. One of the major benefits for me is its effects generator. I can very quickly create and adapt existing effects to get stunning results. The offline editor is another extremely useful tool that enables me to programme shows while on the move, via my laptop. "

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UK - Lighting control and automation group, Dynalite, will showcase a wide range of control system elements and software that enable advanced levels of lighting control, and seamless integration at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2009 exhibition.

According to Paul Wilmshurst, managing director Dynalite Europe, fully integrated control systems are becoming more prevalent across both residential and commercial sectors. "There is a real demand for integrated lighting control systems that can incorporate third-party control elements, such as audio-visual, curtains, blinds and temperature control systems," he said. "From a commercial building perspective, integration with systems incorporating Ethernet backbones, such as building management systems provides hotels, offices and residential complexes with installation and control flexibility. Dynalite is one of the f

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UK - OHM has introduced a series of white speakers to meet the growing trend for nightspots where audio equipment needs to be heard but not seen. Stock items range from ceiling speakers, through the KS surround series and up to the BR8 wide dispersion loudspeaker popular in disco bars and small dance clubs.

Requirements for other speakers to be finished in white can be met by the manufacturing unit in Knutsford, Cheshire where OHM have been making speakers for over thirty years. Recent venues have been Walrus in Manchester, where white BR8s are in the basement disco with white LM series in the restaurant and cocktail bar, the Bar Bacchus in Warrington another BR8 installation and further from home in New Delhi, a new-build five-star hotel and multi entertainment complex will have an OHM Lunaray line-array system in white for the one thousand plus capacity nightclub.

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USA - American Audio has introduced the VersaPort, an easy-to-use universal audio interface that provides a powerful and affordable USB solution for using CD players or turntables with DJ-ing software.

The VersaPort is a four- input channel / four- output channel sound card with microphone and headphone level control that hooks up directly to a PC via its USB connection. A USB 1.1 compliant unit, this black box lets you connect your CD players or turntables to your computer and mixer all at the same time.

A generic interface, the VersaPort works with virtually all popular Windows and Macintosh audio production software programs, including: (Windows) MME, MS DirectSound, Steinberg ASIO and Audition; and (Mac) Garage Band, Audio Hijack Pro (OSX) and Sound Manager (OS9) - and many more, says the company.

"We developed the VersaPort in response to our customers' needs for a

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USA - Now, utilising field-tested RC4 DMX technology, The Pocket Console is offered in a wireless version with an internal RC4-DMXio transmitter.

The Pocket Console can function as a remote-controlled console, wireless circuit check device, redundant dimmer check, wireless DMX effects trigger or be a roaming WholeHog 2 as it is a wireless eight-submaster wing.

Operating in the 2.4GHz ISM band, the unit's indoor range is easily up to 300'+, with a rated range of 200'+. Outdoor line-of-sight range is up to one mile, and transmitter power output is up to 100mW (20dBm) EIRP, with a receiver sensitivity of -100dBm. The unit runs on a 9V lithium battery, providing a minimum life of eight hours.

(Jim Evans)

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Belgium - Heralding the arrival of a new family of compact, budget-friendly multipurpose lighting desks, ADB Lighting Technologies has unveiled the Mikado manual/memory control desk.

With a host of features generally not available in its price category, the easy-to-use Mikado is intended for stage and studio lighting, particularly when manual and memory control are required.

Major features include 12 channels/two presets or 24 channels/one preset, 36 memories or chasers on three pages, manual and automatic dipless crossfade, remote control of chasers, and audio input. Stored memories can be edited and previewed with channel level indicators.

Speed control of chasers is provided, along with chaser effects including Start/Stop/Step, random, bounce, single shot, forward/reverse direction, and delete/add steps.

ADB lighting marketing manager Jerome Bel comments: "The new

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Czech Republic - Specialist LED lighting manufacturer Anolis has launched its Anolis ArcPad 3.48, an LED RGBW 'brick' fixture, designed for colour-changing applications like wall washing and highlighting of large alcoves and areas where space is a premium and installation can be challenging.

Its neat dimensions and flexible focus options enable it to be squeezed into small recesses and other inaccessible corners, nooks and crannies, while the projected lifespan of up to 60,000 hours make it suitable for all types of 'fit-and-forget' architectural applications. It is IP 65 rated, so is suited to exterior use.

The ArcPad 3.48's head is a cast aluminium radiator onto which the LED matrix and lenses are fitted, and this can be panned plus or minus 46 degrees and tilted plus 60 and minus 90 degrees in relation to the base.

The cast aluminium base can be utilised for

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UK - Cirrus Research is offering a simple and comprehensive option for Noise at work and Environmental noise monitoring solutions, the CK:821C Sound Level Meter Kit. Designed, manufactured and supported in the UK, these kits are supplied with everything required for most noise measuring applications, says the company.

Each kit is supplied with a CR:812C Sound level meter, a calibrator, windshield, licence-free Deaf Defier3 software and manuals. An optional weatherproof kit is also available, which enables the sound level meter to be used outdoors for up to seven days.

The CR:821C Sound Level Meter is available in Class 1 accuracy and complies with the latest IEC 61672 measurement standard as well as IEC 60651 and IEC 60804. Data logging of up to 1300 measurements is now possible, and outdoor measurement kits are available for unattended environmental noise monitoring with remo

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UK - Total Protection UK has launched a new range of Pulsar sound level meters and Dosemeters. Sales and marketing director at Total Protection UK, Mark Haylett said: "We are very pleased to be expanding our product range again. This new range of sound level meters and Dosemeters are our first step into noise detection equipment and we hope that we will continue to attract the huge demand we have already experienced."

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 require that employers must provide adequate hearing protection and hearing protection zones for exposure to noise that is over the 85-decibel limit. With the legislation requiring that all employers carry out a risk assessment on the health of their workers when they are exposed to anything over 80 decibels.

Haylett added: "Employers have a duty under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 to no

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UK - Mid Wales based manufacturer Shermann has introduced a new point source loudspeaker aimed at both the touring and installation markets. The G5, part of the new Gx Series, employs a new coaxial compression driver mounted on a 60 x 40 horn to handle frequencies above 800Hz. The frequency range between 55 and 800Hz is handled by an efficient 15" driver.

As a touring version, the G5 is coated in the company's heavy-duty TPC finish whilst installed models feature Shermann's TRC textured paint which is available in a number of colours.

A 35mm stand mount is fitted as well as GS-TA2 flying track. 10mm insert points may be specified to allow fitting of the box on to Shermann's yoke bracket which may then be mounted on to a 35mm stand mount fitting or attached using a half-coupler for flying.

(Jim Evans)

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UK - Christie has introduced the LX700 with 4DColor technology. This new four-panel LCD projector offers a combination of real colour and high brightness in a compact size. At 7,000 lumens and XGA resolution, the Christie LX700 is suitable for large venues, educational facilities, retail environments, corporate boardrooms and training, rental staging and houses of worship.

At the core of the Christie LX700 is 4DColor technology combined with inorganic LCD panels. 4DColor provides a 20% increase in colour gamut over previous three-panel LCD models. The inorganic panels help create a "natural black" for sharper images and increased contrast ratio.

"The Christie LX700 is among the first on the market equipped with a fourth LCD panel," says Frank Anzures, product manager, business products, Christie. "By adding a fourth LCD panel, essentially a yellow pane

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UK - Since its launch at PLASA08 in September, DiGiCo's new entry-level console, the SD8, has surpassed all expectations, with over 350 sold - and they have been rolling off the production line since September, says the manufacturer.

Dundee-based Apex Acoustics was the first hire company in Scotland to invest in a DiGiCo console, having purchased a D1 a little over a year ago. Apex was also the first to invest in the SD8.

Apex owner, Paul Smith comments: "When we bought the D1, we immediately sent it out on tour with Kasabian and it's been working ever since. I'm investing in the SD8 for all the same reasons that I invested in the D1."

(Jim Evans)

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Sweden - In the wake of the success of Lab.gruppen's PLM 10000Q Powered Loudspeaker Management system with built-in Dolby Lake processing, the company has announced a powerful new addition to the range, the PLM 14000. Built around a two-channel amplifier platform optimised for high-power requirements, the PLM 14000 pumps a massive 7000 W per channel into 2 ohms and 4350 W per channel into 4 ohms, making it suitable for demanding subwoofer and low-end applications.

As with the existing four-channel PLM 10000Q, the PLM 14000 integrates Dante networked audio distribution, Dolby Lake drive processing, and load verification with real-time performance monitoring into a single 2U hardware unit plus unified software controller. The PLM Series is now the exclusive hardware platform for new Dolby Lake processing, and the addition of the PLM 14000 enables even more complete and extensive s

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UK - Windshield specialist Rycote has added five further miniature windshields to its range of Mini Windjammers, all designed for different portable stereo digital recorders.

The Mini Windjammer range was first launched in 1985 to provide wind-noise protection for video camcorder and other compact microphones, and was widened at IBC 2008 with the appearance of three all-in-one windshields designed for different handheld digital recorders, of the kind now widely used by journalists, podcasters and broadcasters everywhere.

To the models for the Nagra AresM, Olympus LS10 and Sony PCMD50 launched at IBC, Rycote has now added Mini Windjammers for Edirol's R-09HR, Marantz's PMD620, Tascam's DR-1 and Zoom's H2 and H4.

"No, we're not diversifying into shock wigs," says Rycote's sales & marketing manager Gabby Davies. "Hand-held compact digital recorders are now in suc

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USA - Harman Professional has launched HiQnet System Architect Version 1.9, a free download which delivers a host of new features including network troubleshooting tools, file compression and management and advanced control panel customization. According to Rick Kreifeldt, vice president, Harman Professional Systems Development & Integration Group (SDIG), this introduction comes just as the community of registered HiQnet System Architect users exceeds 20,000.

"It's fitting that we pass the threshold of 20,000 registered users as we continue to add new features and improvements to System Architect," Kreifeldt said. "I believe our commitment to systematically evolve and improve System Architect is a key reason that audio professionals continue to deploy HiQnet systems in an expanding array of applications. The improvements do not stop here, however, and we will cont

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UK - The cold weather failed to cool the atmosphere at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on 3 and 4 December as audio professionals from across the UK gathered to see and hear K-Array products at first hand at Sennheiser UK's official launch event for their new distribution partners.

After a presentation by Sennheiser UK's sales and marketing director Peter May, K-Array product manager Francesco Maffei, export manager Leonardo Dani and CEO Alex Tatini gave detailed explanations of the Kobra Systems including the miniature KT20 2" point source compact speaker, the KV50, an ultra-slim, ultra-flat three-dimensional array loudspeaker with multiple 1" full-range drivers and the KK50, an ultra-slim line array only 50cm long. All Kobra systems were demonstrated with the KKS50, an ultra-slim, 50cm, line array bass speaker.

Visitors had the opportunity to ask questions and hear the

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USA - Technomad Associates has announced it has altered its manufacturing process to ensure RoHS compliance for sales into the European Union. The complete Technomad product range is now RoHS-compliant, including Technomad IP56-rated weatherproof loudspeakers, the Schedulon automatic mp3 player and recording system, and the company's PowerChiton series of networkable, weatherproof powered amplifiers.

To comply, Technomad has switched to RoHS-compliant driver and network components for inside its loudspeakers, and eliminated the use of lead within the soldering process. The European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) dictates all electronic components and assemblies sold into Europe must restrict the use of six materials, including lead.

This announcement comes on the heels of Technomad's switch to recycled plastic within its loudspeaker manufacturing process, par

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USA - AKG has launched a trade-in programme for customers of any brand of wireless system that operates in the over-698 MHz range on its WMS 450 system. This rebate programme gives customers a $100.00 instant rebate when they trade-in their '700-MHz' wireless system against the purchase of a WMS 450 from a participating contractor or retail dealer. A $100.00 mail-in rebate is available via a downloadable PDF form for new customers when purchasing the system from a participating online or catalogue retailer.

Many wireless users that have systems operating in the 698 - 806 MHz range are worried that their systems will become unreliable or unusable after the transition to DTV broadcasting occurs on 18 February, 2009. That frequency band was auctioned off by the FCC earlier this year and will be implemented by its new owners for public safety, voice and data communications.

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USA - Vortek, a division of Daktronics, showcased two new products at the LDI convention in Las Vegas. The Wired Remote Vortek Automation Center (VAC) and M Series Controller expand the current product offerings for Vortek's theatrical rigging.

The Wired Remote VAC, designed for the Pro Series, allows technicians to move hoists, set or modify cues from a variety of onstage positions. The walk around, full-function work station (along with up to 100ft of cable) gives the technician freedom to see the hoists clearly during movement.

"Theatrical rigging requires precise movements, in close proximity, at very high speeds. You need to be able to see the equipment moving," said Ted Paget, Vortek central region sales manager. "The Wired Remote VAC allows for a clear line of sight between the technician and the equipment when it is moving."

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The Netherlands - Visual Productions has released a new USB device: the Duple is a dual DMX Input & Output interface, compatible with both the Canvix matrix control software and VisualDMX software lighting control programmes, available from the company.

The Duple enables both VisualDMX and Canvix to send and receive DMX Signal merging the functions of the Input and Output in order to supply customers with a cost efficient and smart solution - in essence an In and Out for the price of a current Output and still in the handy pocket sized unit, says the company.

The Duple hosts two DMX ports designed in compliance with the new DMX512A specifications; featuring a grounded bi-directional Output with RDM talkback and an optically isolated DMX Input. Multiple Duples can be connected to your computer to create a large multi-universe system.

(Jim Evans)

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Sweden - 2008 has been a year of rich pickings for Swedish professional audio equipment manufacturer, Lab.gruppen following the launch of its PLM 10000Q Powered Loudspeaker Management system 12 months ago. Since then, the product has been honoured with three separate technology awards in the US, France and Spain.

The first of those was the WFX New Product Awards, which recognises the newest and most innovative building, management, and technology products, applicable to worship facilities, and launched within the past year. PLM 10000Q emerged as the winner in the Audio Amplification category.

At the recent SIEL-SATIS-RADIO show in Paris, PLM 10000Q was named the winner of the 'Trophée de l'Iinnovation' in the PA/broadcast category. And, most recently in Spain, the PLM 10000Q was voted Best PA Product by the readers of Producción Audio magazine.

Lab.gruppen hea

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UK - Kramer Electronics, has introduced its SPK Series speakers comprised of six models for various AV applications. The SPK Series is designed for use in professional AV environments or other multimedia applications. Their addition to Kramer's full line up of professional A/V signal management equipment allows dealers and customers to experience an even more complete one-stop shopping experience for all their projects with Kramer Electronics, says the company.

The SPK Series includes closed-back models with can backs and open-back models with round grilles for ceiling mounting. The line also includes an open-back model with a rectangular grille for wall mounting and an enclosed rectangular model for indoor/outdoor surface mounting.

The SPK-CO608 model speakers are round ceiling mount speakers and the SPK-IO608 are rectangular wall mount speakers. The SPK-IO608 wall-mounted sp

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