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disguise and Move.ai’s Real-Time Markerless Motion Capture Solution is Now Available

disguise has announced the immediate availability of Invisible — a complete technology bundle for real-time markerless motion capture developed in partnership with Move.ai. By removing the need for markers, wearable suits and long calibration setups, the Invisible bundle allows anyone to easily mirror their movements onto a character rig within disguise’s Designer software, all in real time. Here’s a video preview of Invisible from disguise:

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ESTA 2023 Plugfest Expands to Four Days

The ESTA Control Protocols Plugfest, the event where manufacturers and developers test their lighting products for interoperability, is scheduled to take place from October 5 – 8, 2023, at the Marriott Dallas/Fort Worth in Westlake, TX. This is the 19th instance of this informal testing laboratory. Attendance is free for both ESTA members and non-members.

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Astera Launches Two New Fresnel Products

Wireless LED lighting specialist Astera launches two new Fresnel products – the PlutoFresnel for medium to small spaces and applications and the LeoFresnel, a cable-free LED alternative to the classic 1K Fresnel ideal for scenarios requiring more power and punch. These are the first battery powered Fresnel lighting fixtures developed by Astera, which are supplied as a complete package with barn doors, a full yoke with TVMP adapter for stand mounting, removable handle, and several other super-useful accessories.Read More »Astera Launches Two New Fresnel Products

Infocomm 2023: FOR-A Unveils Complete Solution for Live Production

Highlights Include Alfalite Panels, Signal Processor with Color Correction, EZTrack Camera Tracking, ClassX XR, and NDI®-compatible Switcher

FOR-A Corporation heads to InfoComm with a complete live production ecosystem, including new innovations that are sure to grab attendee interest at the annual pro AV show. FOR-A’s solution includes Alfalite Litepix screens, the FA-9600 multi-purpose signal processor with HDR and wide color gamut support, the EZtrack® camera tracking system, ClassX graphics and XR technology, and the company’s new, NDI®-compatible HVS-190 video switcher.Read More »Infocomm 2023: FOR-A Unveils Complete Solution for Live Production

InfoComm 2023: Get On the Bus with Digital Projection

Offering high-performance, installation-friendly projectors, and direct-view LED displays DP’s new display solutions suit a wide range of commercial applications.

Devoted to driving more business for dealers, Digital Projection International showcases a wide range of projectors and direct-view LED displays designed to install quickly and easily in a diverse array of commercial environments. DP demonstrates the versatility of its new line of products at booth #3029. There, InfoComm attendees can witness a unique projection mapping demonstration that pairs DP’s new modular two-piece projectors and with software from VIOSO, a videoconferencing session conducted on a custom-configured micoLED display, and other real-world applications of DP products. As always, DP’s featured solutions have been meticulously designed and engineered for exceptional performance and installation ease. Tying into a creative theme for the booth, attendees are encouraged to “get on the bus with DP” during InfoComm 2023.Read More »InfoComm 2023: Get On the Bus with Digital Projection

Pangolin BEYOND and QuickShow Get a Major Upgrade: New Features and Improved Functionality are Here

Pangolin unveils the new features and improvements made in BEYOND 5.2 and QuickShow 5.2, featuring a new 3D animation plugin and an update to color effects. This release from Pangolin includes major upgrades to its BEYOND software and QuickShow software, including tons of improvements in quality of life, functionality, and usability.

This release will cover what is new and what has changed with Colors, Effects, Zoning, Projector settings, custom DMX profiles, and more, including an entirely new 3D animation plugin – adding yet another exciting tool for laser programmers.

Here’s a video tutorial on using Custom DMX in BEYOND:

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Gravity® VARI®-ARM Series Now Available

Gravity® announces the availability of the new VARI®-ARM series. The versatile product series includes four models (VARI®-ARM M14, VARI®-ARM M38, VARI®-ARM L38, and VARI®-ARM L TV) with different threads and brackets and enables the safe and flexible positioning of different equipment—from cameras and camera monitors to microphones and pop filters to recorders or smartphones. The special feature of the VARI®-ARM: the three joints are locked and released with only one central adjusting screw, making the VARI®-ARM a universal tool for creative applications. Here’s a video preview of the VARI-ARM:

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Explore the iF Design Award Winning Pixel Reality (PR) Series from Absen

Absen is thrilled to announce that the Pixel Reality (PR) Series has been awarded the prestigious iF Design Award. This award-winning LED display technology is tailor-made for virtual production LED wall solutions and high-end rental and staging markets, making it the ideal choice for industry professionals.Read More »Explore the iF Design Award Winning Pixel Reality (PR) Series from Absen

Winnipeg Jets Score With ADJ’s Vizi Beam 12RX

The Winnipeg Jets ice hockey team is utilizing 12 of ADJ’s high output Vizi Beam 12RX moving heads to create impact as players make their entrance into the rink for home games. Arranged in a tight circle around the entrance tunnel, the fixtures generate piercing beam effects which fill the arena and help to enhance the pre-game atmosphere for fans and players alike.Read More »Winnipeg Jets Score With ADJ’s Vizi Beam 12RX

Macroblock Joins Forces with Timewaying to Launch a 3D LED Cinema Screen

chas partnered with Timewaying to develop the 3D LED cinema screen HeyLED have been deployed in theaters in China’s big cities, and officially installed at the Krikorian Theatre in Los Angeles, CA in January 2023. The HeyLED cinema screen creates an unbelievable 3D immersive experience in high-end theaters using cutting-edge technology, bringing audiences sharp, realistic, and fantastic image effects. Macroblock believes that LED cinema screens will continually contribute to the revolution of cinema and lead the moviegoing experience to the next level.Read More »Macroblock Joins Forces with Timewaying to Launch a 3D LED Cinema Screen

Visual Productions and ACT Entertainment join forces in the U.S.

Visual Productions (VP) announces that it has entered into a new distribution agreement with ACT Entertainment in the United States. Visual Productions, the Dutch lighting control system manufacturer, has developed a modular range of DMX and DALI light controllers that speak the language of system integrators. Products such as CueCore, B-Station, and TimeCore are deployed in architainment, hospitality, themed environments, and other fixed installations.Read More »Visual Productions and ACT Entertainment join forces in the U.S.

Marshall Adds NDI Technology to its Compact 4K60 Camera

The rear view of the CV420Ne camera from Marshall Electronics with all its connections.

The front view of the CV420Ne, an NDI|HX3 version of its ultra-wide 100° angle-of-view streaming POV camera from Marshall Electronics.

Marshall Electronics introduces its new CV420Ne, an NDI|HX3 version of its ultra-wide 100° angle-of-view streaming POV camera. This camera offers digital robotic movement of pan, tilt, and zoom of HD resolutions digitally within the larger UHD (4K) sensor space. The CV420Ne allows users to maintain access to ultra-wide angles along with usable digitally zoom and lateral maneuvers within the sensor. It utilizes the new NDI|HX3 codecs with access to NDI5.5 tools, USB3.0 connectivity with Barco certification and traditional HDMI workflow for a diverse range of AV applications. Marshall will be showcasing this new addition to its camera lineup at InfoComm 2023 (Booth 4107).Read More »Marshall Adds NDI Technology to its Compact 4K60 Camera