Product News

Synthe FX has updated Luminair for iPad to version 1.1, adding support for external MIDI control, the OSC protocol and the ability to send DMX over Wi-Fi via sACN E1.31. With external MIDI input, Luminair users can now turn any MIDI controller into a DMX lighting console.

Analog Way's new Smart Edge is a high-resolution seamless switcher with dual output edge blending. It offers 10 universal analog inputs including two fitted with DVI and two fitted with HD-SDI, 100% digital processing, and it outputs digital and analog signals in SDI, DVI and VGA (RGBHV).

The new GefenPRO 3G SDI fiber optics extender from Gefen offers a long-range method of extending any 3G SDI source. The transmitter/receiver system is packaged in a small dongle format designed for rugged construction with a small footprint. Sender and receiver units are connected to the 3G SDI source and the remote destination up to 12.4 miles (20 kilometers) away.

Green Hippo has announced the release of the new ScreenThief component in conjunction with software version 3.0.14 of the Hippotizer media server. ScreenThief allows remote PC screen capture in real time via Ethernet and use the content as a source.

MultiDyne's new HD-1500 Series of 5 to 1485 MB/Sec serial digital video fiber optic transport links are intended to ease the engineering and financial difficulties associated with the migration to digital and high-definition television.

Chauvet has expanded its COLORado line with two new products, the COLORado Range IP and COLORado Ridge IP indoor/outdoor wash lights. Both feature RGBWA color mixing, using red, green, blue, white and amber LEDs for improved color rendering.

The latest software release for Martin's Maxedia media server, Maxedia 4.40, include new features that promise user-friendly improvements, including Cuelist, Timecode, up to eight HD inputs, a new output remapper, more 3D warping and keystoning possibilities and other new creative effects.

Da-Lite Screen Company's Pico Screen was designed with Pico Projectors in mind for a portable projection system well-suited to business meetings, training, gaming and other applications. Setup is as simple as removing the screen from the carrying case, pulling the two halves of the case apart and placing the screen on a table or stand.

Guard Dog Low Profile Cable Protectors are now available with optional Velcro strips for use on carpet and/or anti-slip rubber pads for use on smooth surfaces. With 1, 2, 3, or 5 channels, these interlocking protectors are 1.25" high with a .75" channel height. They feature either standard ramps or low-angle ADA Compliant ramps.

The Axis LED Spot automated lighting fixture features an energy-efficient Phlatlight 60 watt LED as a light source. It has two gobo wheels – seven rotating and nine fixed – and nine are colored glass gobos. The rotating prism can generate a 3D effect. The fixture's lamp can be dimmed and yields a strobe effect. It weighs 36 lbs and it measures 16.75 by 16 by 20.5 inches.

Da-Lite Screen Company Inc. has added four VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) standard mounts to their flat panel monitor mount product offerings. Available as static, tilt or an articulating mount in two lengths, these models will accommodate most flat panels with the VESA standard 75 x 75, 100 x 100, 200 x 200 or 200 x 100 millimeter mounting holes.

Martin Professional released V2 software for its P3-100 System Controller. The V2 software will run on any P3-100. Users will not need any hardware upgrades for a range of upgrades that include an improved user interface and other enhancements.