UK - AC-ET's Video division has been appointed as the exclusive UK and Northern Ireland distributor for the InnovaLED TP825 panel, an IP rated display solution.

The first in a range of models being developed by InnovaLED ApS, a new European company formed by seasoned industry professionals, the LED module is a 25mm pitch panel that offers a bright (3200 nits) output and a seamless image at approximately 20m.

Featuring a rugged design and auto-locking system that makes it very fast and easy to rig, the InnovaLED screen is one of the first truly 'one man configurable' video systems, says the company.

InnovaLED Aps managing director, Jan Thoegersen, comments, "InnovaLED ApS is very proud to become a part of the A.C. Video product portfolio. It is our belief that A.C.'s position in the market, expertise and customer relationships makes them the obvious choice as a distribut

USA - EAW has launched the SB1001 Large-Format Dual-18-Inch-Loaded Subwoofer. The successor to EAW's SB1000, the new SB1001 is essentially an SB1002 Large Format Flyable Subwoofer without the rigging hardware.

The SB1001 is suited for a wide range of non-flying applications (with rigging hardware available as an optional separate product if desired), including concert touring, arenas, houses of worship, auditoriums/theaters, stage/drum fill monitoring, large dance clubs or any other application requiring articulate, powerful low end.

While the dimensions of the SB1001's vented enclosure and the fundamental acoustical philosophy remain true to the SB1000, the core components are significantly enhanced to include larger 4.5-inch (115-mm) voice coils, 20% higher BI and all neodymium magnet structures. The result is a lighter-weight reference standard that has greater impact, powe

Sweden / Germany - The latest addition to the Milab product family is the DC-96C, a side-addressed large membrane microphone designed mainly for studio work, but also for many live applications.

The DC-96C is the latest version of the classic DC-96 series - originally released in 1967 - and has been updated with the latest technology. It shares most of its components, including the capsule, with the DC-196, but like previous DC-96 versions, it is cardioid only and has a single layer mesh grid.

The DC-96C is suitable for a wide range of applications, including studio vocals, acoustic guitar and piano, hi-hats and overheads, guitar amps and more. The DC-96C will be presented at Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt this month.

(Jim Evans)

Belgium - ArKaos has announced the release of MediaMaster 1.2, the latest version of its successful media server software.

MediaMaster 1.2 is the latest update to ArKaos' professional tool for creative projection and LED use within video design. It was created specifically with the show and lighting market in mind, as a cost-effective software solution for all video performances and installations with multi-media requirements.

This new version of MediaMaster makes use of ArKaos' latest generation of real time video technology to deliver improved performance on any MAC or PC on which it is installed, including standard laptops. MediaMaster 1.2 is capable of playing up to eight simultaneous layers of HD video, without dropping frames, when running on an octo-core server.

A major addition to this new release is the ability to both mix the audio track from movies and to control

UK - Allen & Heath will be showing several new products at PLASA Focus, Leeds 2010, following their introduction at NAMM and Pro Light + Sound, Frankfurt.

A highlight will be the newly launched iDR-16 3U MixRack and iLive-R72 rackmountable control surface, which together provide a space saving, lightweight digital live mixing system, bringing the same power, sonic performance and flexibility of the larger touring iLive systems to a significantly lower price point.

With these additions, the iLive Series now includes a total of six Surface and five MixRack variants, which can be mixed and matched in any combination, and share the same firmware, so that show files are transferable between systems via a USB key.

The compact ZED-10 and ZED-10FX mini mixers will also have their first UK showing. The new additions feature two high impedance discrete Class A FET inputs, which allow

Germany - At ProLight + Sound in Frankfurt Alcons Audio will introduce and demonstrate its latest innovations including a significant new range.

As shown already on the recent ISE show in Amsterdam, the CRMS three-way reference cinema sound system will be shown for the first time in Frankfurt. Alcons developed the Cinema Ribbon Monitor System as reference-quality sound reproduction system for sound-for-picture applications, with fully matched loudspeaker, processing and amplifier components. The first system has already been installed in the Norwegian Film Institute.

A selection of products from Alcons' portfolio will be on show, including the successful LR7 micro line-array, which has received considerable acclaim in various international reviews and tests.

But the main focus will be on a significant new development, making Alcons' presence at Frankfurt as "the most im

Germany - For the first time at Prolight&Sound, WORK products will be shown on two different booths: the first one shows the audio and lighting products of the brand whereas the second one is exclusively dedicated to lifting towers.

IC 6 Pro A is a self-powered ceiling speaker (class D) controlled by DMX for an independent control of many zones (up to 512 per universe) with a unique controller for all the devices.

Class D amplifiers of the SLA series are also controlled by DMX o VCO (0-10 V). They feature DIP switches to select DMX start channel address. They are suitable for use with almost any loudspeakers for installation and traditional ceiling speakers, says the company.

Digiline 8 offers advanced features for audio control and processing through network. Using the WorkNet Control Software.

WORK's range of lifting towers will be presented in a special booth. An intera

Germany - Out Board will be at Frankfurt ProLight&Sound, showing a preview of the TiMax SoundHub's imminent S-Version audio showcontrol software. Aimed at theatre and live events sound designers, new features include multitrack timeline cue programming, clip editing, looping and volume-profiling plus waveform-based pan programming.

TiMax SoundHub will be demonstrated with the TiMax Tracker real-time location system for tracking presenters, performers, attraction visitors and conference delegates to control audio localisation, playback, lighting and media servers.

TiMax SoundHub is a multichannel system matrix and audio playback server for theatre, live events, AV installations, attractions, corporate, retail and themed environment. It comprises a scaleable audio system matrix from 16 to 64 channels in/out with up to 64-tracks of random access audio playback in a single 2U chas

UK - Anytronics says its latest product launch "brings a whole new level of functionality, flexibility and cost-effectiveness to the original, hardworking and reliable Series 192/4 dimmers".

Now in full production, the new Series 192 and 194 offer 6 channels of digital power control rated at 12A per channel; the Series 192 is 19" 2U rack-mounted; the Series 194 is a 19" 4U unit (pictured). The concept behind the new Series 192/4 is to continue to provide the high quality and reliability expected from Anytronics' dimmers but with the added emphasis on ease of use through its digital interface. The comprehensive menu system allows simple adjustment of all dimmer parameters such as dimming curve, preheat, maximum level etc, on a per channel basis. With its high contrast blue/white LCD screen, a user can easily display and edit settings direct from the front pane

Germany - DPA Microphones is exhibiting with its German distributor Mega Audio at ProLight&Sound, and giving visitors to the stand the chance to win a DPA 4099 clip mic.

Among the range of microphones being shown by DPA and Mega are new additions to the 4099 range of clip microphones which have been designed with individual instrument groups in mind. The two additions are the DPA 4099B, and the 4099C for bass and cello respectively, and join the 4099G (guitar, mandolin, dobro etc), 4099V (violin, mandolin and more), 4099T (trumpet and other brass instruments) and 4099S (saxophones, bass clarinets etc).

Visitors to the stand can win a 4099 of their choice, an IMK4061 instrument miking kit containing a DPA miniature mic with mounting accessories, and a plethora of promotional items by registering their details, which will be entered into a prize draw after the show.

There is a

Canada/Germany - BlackBox from CAST Software has added three new partners filling the categories of media server, stereoscopic camera and network technology.

The first Alpha version will be debuted during ProLight&Sound, and the system is already in preliminary specifications for some major upcoming productions, including the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, India.

After a round of successful demonstrations and high-quality reviews following PLASA and LDI, Coolux, Magna BSPand SAND Network Systems have joined the ranks of the BlackBox current partner network.

Coolux Media Systems, with locations in the USA, Germany and China is the producer of the Pandora's Box media and show control system.

Magna BSP of Israel is the producer of BiScopic Protection, a high performance stereoscopic vision sensory system for the detection of perimeter intrusion.

SAND Network Systems,

Germany - Wireless Solution Sweden is unveiling its latest development in wireless DMX control during ProLight&Sound in Frankfurt this month.

The new G4 BlackBox is able to repair corrupted data and vouches for maximum security, by running on dual band and creating a backup duplicate of the signal. This new standard is transparent and works with several protocols, creating extreme flexibility and reliability without need for additional controllers or software, says the company.

The G4 product line has new features including Adaptive Frequency Hopping technology for peace of mind when using other radio products, W-DMX invisi-wire and data-safe technologies, and support of RDM so units can be configured remotely with no fuss or cables. W-DMX G4 is the only product on the market to support the 5.8GHz band, ensuring that even if the 2.4GHz band becomes too crowded with other users

Germany - Visual Productions will be showing Cuelux software lighting control running on Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows and Ubuntu Linux at ProLight&Sound.

The Mac computers will highlight Cuelux' Plug&Play MIDI feature, including connection to a Behringer BCF2000 MIDI desk with motorized faders: a suitable package for any LJ / DJ or Club to use.

The Windows version will be running on a touch screen computer showcasing the true nature of this touch screen designed software.

The Linux system will run the stand lighting which consists of a number of Lightcraft LED fixtures supplied by VP's German distributor LMP Lichttechnik.

Visual Productions will also be showing new hardware at the show. A new version of the DIN Rail DMX Splitter now features RJ-45 connectors. This further reduces the time required for an installer to create DMX networks on site.

(Jim Evans)

UK / USA - Christie has confirmed full production, shipping and installation of the latest generation of 4K-ready DLP Cinema projectors, the Christie Solaria series, beginning with the Christie CP2220. The new product series will be showcased in its entirety at ShoWest (15-18 March, 2010, Las Vegas).

The Christie CP2220 digital cinema projector features Texas Instruments' next generation Series 2 DLP Cinema technology. Shipments began early January to North and South America, Europe and Asia and are now installed and showing feature films worldwide, including Australia, Canada, Korea and the United States. With orders arriving daily.

"Our manufacturing facilities are in full production ensuring that we keep pace with this overwhelming demand for the new Christie Series 2 projectors," said Craig Sholder, vice president of entertainment solutions at Christie. "Wit

Germany - The resurgence of the Studiomaster professional audio brand continues with new product lines, being launched at ProLight&Sound, where the company has doubled its stand space this year. The new products include portable PA, compact sound installation, PA and line array systems. Also being launched is a new multi-pattern tube condenser microphone, a first entry for Studiomaster into the professional recording microphone market.

Portable PA is a traditional Studiomaster product sector where it enjoys a long history of product innovation, especially in compact and powered mixer systems. The company is launching the new Stagesound series in Frankfurt, a modern, high quality, powered mixer and two-way cabinet portable PA series. Two models, the Stagesound 8 with a six-input, 2 x 100 watt powered mixer and 8-inch speaker cabinets, and the Stagesound 10, offering an eight-inpu

Belgium / Germany - Five new products will make their ProLight&Sound début as ADB Lighting continues to expand its product range.

The list is headed by the ALC4 modular LED Cyclorama light, previewed at IBC 2009, which has already been specified in large numbers for the current Jean Michel Jarre European tour as well several major television studios. The first Cyclorama fixture of its kind, the ALC4 is capable of providing over 1m shades of colour, including pure yellow and soft ambers, for extra ease of use the ALC4 provides seven user-selectable white light presets from 2700K to Daylight 6500K.

The Warp Daylight Follow Spot, a versatile Follow Spot version of the standard Warp Daylight fixture, has been developed in response to market demand by ADB Germany.

Also showing is the full production version of ADB's new flagship dimmer, EurodimTwin Tech, which allows users

UK - With the Soundcraft Vi Series now established on both the touring, broadcast and installed sound scenes, Soundcraft has taken this platform to another, more affordable level with the release of the new Vi1 console. Many users have asked for a smaller, lower-priced desk that still has the acclaimed Vistonics user interface, says the company.

A complete standalone the new console package features 32 channels of analogue input to 27 analogue outputs, plus six digital inputs, four Stereo FX Returns and six digital outputs in one chassis. As standard, Input to mix capacity is 46chs, but by adding a stagebox (compatible with the existing Vi racks), simultaneous channel count increases to 64. Channels are routable to 24 multifunction busses, plus LR and Mono Mix busses.

Up to eight of the busses can be configured as Matrix mixes, each with up to 16 sources.

The surface is just

USA - At ShoWest 2010 in Las Vegas, Dolby Laboratories announced it is working with Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios to deliver a new audio format, Dolby Surround 7.1. Disney and Pixar have stated that Dolby Surround 7.1 will be launched in select theatres with the release of Toy Story 3 in 3D this June.

"For 40 years Dolby has not only provided content creators with the tools to create a more realistic audio experience, but has also enabled the exhibitor to deliver audiences the ability to experience the content as the creator intended," said Page Haun, senior director, marketing, Cinema market segment, Dolby Laboratories. "The release of Toy Story 3 in a discrete 7.1 mix will raise the bar for movie theatre owners and their patrons."

Dolby Surround 7.1 brings a more exciting sensory experience to audiences for 2D and gives co

USA - The versatile COLORado 1-Tri Tour from Chauvet features 14 high power 3W tri-color LEDs to allow colour mixing in each LED rather than the fixture as a whole. All diodes stay on continuously to produce a more vibrant and even colour without multi-coloured shadows.

Colour temperature presets range from 3,200 K to 10,000 K. Five distinct dimming curves provides improved, smoother dimming.

The COLORado 1-Tri Tour responds to three, four, five or 10 channels of DMX control. It provides a nearly limitless colour range, from rich vivid hues to delicate pastels. RGB colour mixing can be performed with or without DMX. Vector Speed provides smoother colour changes. The output is a bright 1,600 lux @m. Additional features include an LED display with password protection, a gel frame holder and PowerCon connectors for power in and out as well as direct DMX connectors.

The luminair

USA - Zaxcom has launched a new line of encrypted bodypack receivers for interruptible feedback (IFB). Due to be displayed at the forthcoming NAB show (12-15 April, Las Vegas, USA) Zaxcom's new ERX1 and ERX1TCD bodypacks receive high-quality digital audio, timecode, and metadata from any IFB transmitter in the Zaxcom TRX product series, providing a secure platform for television and film production crews to manage the full range of IFB signals required for their productions, the company says.

Both the ERX1 and EXR1TCD feature an LCD display for showing timecode and current scene-and-take metadata in real time, and offer a hold button that enables script supervisors to record timecode-based events. The ERX1TCD model builds on this feature set by including an integrated timecode reader/generator and an output to continuously jam digital slates. This feature prevents timecode drift

USA - Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of its new Video Wall Controller. A "premium solution for professional applications", it provides an easy method of creating high definition imagery spread across four displays stacked in a 2x2 configuration, say Gefen. A rugged metallic enclosure makes it suited to rental and staging applications as well as static digital signage presentations.

The Video Wall Controller outputs high definition video up to 1080p full HD from a single PC or video source using DVI connectivity. When combined with computer applications, resolutions are supported up to 1920x1200. One DVI input is split to four DVI outputs connected to four hi-def displays. Video can be spread across all four displays or just three, two or one display, giving users additional control over the creative content.

Pivotal to the Vide

Germany - The Compulite team will be displaying at ProLight&Sound in Frankfurt with Feiner Lichttechnik, Compulite's German distributor.

On display will be the new compact and powerful Vector Violet and Vector Ultra Violet. The Vector Violet line offers the power, versatility and flexibility of the Vector consoles in a sleek, compact and affordable packaging, says the company. Also showing will be the new 3.18 Beta 'candidate release' software.

The Compulite and Feiner teams will be on hand to answer any questions as well as demonstrate the full capabilities of these consoles.

(Jim Evans)

USA - Cree has announced the commercial availability of the award-winning XLamp XP-G LED in warm- and neutral-white colour temperatures (2600 K to 5000 K CCT). These new XP-G LEDs extend Cree's highest level of light output and efficacy across the white colour spectrum, driving general lighting applications such as LED replacement lamps, outdoor area and commercial luminaires.

The warm white (3000 K) XLamp XP-G provides up to 114 lumens and 109 lumens per watt at 350 mA. Driven at 1.0 A, the XP-G warm-white produces up to 285 lumens at 84 lumens per watt, which is four times the light output than the highest available XLamp XR-E warm-white LED at equal efficacy.

The neutral-white (4000 K) XLamp XP-G provides up to 139 lumens and 132 lumens per watt at 350 mA. Driven at 1.5 A, the XP-G neutral-white produces up to 463 lumens, which is four times the light output of the XLamp XR

Germany - At ProLight&Sound, Outline will unveil EIDOS, an original series of loudspeaker enclosures conceived for fixed installations.

The EIDOS series is the result of the desire to offer an even wider public the quality and distinctive lines that have made the Brescia brand a reference point in the sound reinforcement world at international level, says the company.

Presently, there are four models in the EIDOS range (there will eventually be seven) equipped respectively with 10, 12 and 15 inch speakers, and a subwoofer with twin 15 inch speakers. The anticipated field of application of the units is in the wide variety of so-called permanent installations.

The lines of all the cabinets enable them to be also used as stage monitors. The wide-range models - EIDOS 10, EIDOS 12 and EIDOS 15 - are two-way units fitted with a passive crossover manufactured with top grade compone

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