| ChamSys at the Olympics 2008 | |
| maandag, 1 september 2008 | |
| Door: AppLED |
|
  |
ChamSys supplied two MagicQ MQ100 Pro consoles and two rack mount MagicQ back-up systems for lighting and video control of the Pavilion on the Olympic Green. The Pavilion was the propaganda Billboard for Coke's multi billion dollar investment in the Olympics. |
| The Pavilion was situated on the Olympic Green pointing directly toward the Bird's Nest Stadium, flanked by the International Broadcast Centre and a 90-meter high Broadcast Tower, all but guaranteeing great Media coverage.The lighting control consisted of lighting in multiple different areas inside and outside the building including the Queue Line Experience, Olympic Quest Ramp, Journey Through China Olympic Torch Relay. In addition, there was the Red Passion Theatre, Heritage Gallery, Coca Cola Lounge and Minute Maid Lounge, Spite Lounge and Fanta Conference Room.
The lighting inventory included Varilite VL3000s, Colorblasts, High End DL3 moving projectors, strobes and large numbers of conventional lamps. The whole lighting and video control system was run using ArtNet outputs from the MagicQ consoles with ArtNet to DMX conversion boxes wherever they were needed around the building.
A Medialon Show Control System was used to synchronise audio, lighting and video projection together. MagicQ MIDI/SMPTE interfaces were used with the MagicQ consoles and MagicQ rack mount back up systems to connect to the Medalion System. The medialion sent MIDI commands to the MagicQ to synchronise operations and to perform start of day and end of night operations.The lighting and video was designed by Norm Schwab of LightSwitch in San Francisco US with equipment being supplied local rental company Showtec in China. The show was programmed by world renowned Lighting Designers Seth Rapaport and Nick Ho.Throughout the programming period, ChamSys provided support to ensure the designers could realise their dreams.
Norm Swab from Lightswitch commented "I know we can be a pain in the arse sometimes with our requests...we always think our show is the most important... so, thanks for helping us so much...."
The MagicQ Pro series retains the superb MagicQ operating system and application software whilst enhancing performance, styling and connectivity. MagicQ Pro is available in three sizes, MQ100 Pro, MQ200 Pro and MQ300 Pro in a similar way to the original MQ100, MQ200 and MQ300 consoles.
The MagicQ Pro series is completely compatible with the MagicQ series, utilising the same software and show formats. MagicQ Pro features the familiar and flexible GUI lighting control, media server connectivity options and in-built media server for LED grid arrays found in the original MagicQ consoles.
MagicQ Pro pushes the boundaries with a massive 18 universes all controlled and processed on-board without a need for external network processors. 9226 channels in a compact package, proven to run at full speed with all channels fully patched - there really is no similarly packaged console that can sustain this performance. MagicQ supports ArtNet and Pathport protocols and is ACN ready. In additional there are four fully patchable direct DMX outputs on the rear panel. The MagicQ Pro consoles feature an enhanced stylish metal bezel around the touch-screen ensuring maximum durability for use in tough environments. New, ultra responsive soft buttons around the touch-screen ensure maximum workflow sustainability. MagicQ Pro features an in-built high speed Ethernet Switch, with four separate high durability metal Neutrik Ethercon locking connectors on the rear panel enabling easy and reliable networking. As with the rest of the MagicQ console, the Ethernet Switch is protected by a UPS, thus ensuring that both the console and the network switch maintain operation even during power loss. In addition, the networking connectivity supports a high-speed optical fibre connection port option. MagicQ Pro utilises additional USB ports on the rear including high durability locking USB connectors ensuring reliable connection to MagicQ extension Wings and other MagicQ components. MagicQ Pro includes an additional specialised USB/power source combo connector for direct connection of external USB devices with high power utilisation - cutting out the need for powering the USB devices from separate unprotected power sources. MagicQ Pro supports multiple direct VGA outputs from the rear panel giving programmers and designers the maximum options for information display and selection. Additional touch screen monitors can be connected directly to the rear panel. This is another example of how ChamSys and their MagicQ systems is a firm favourite among the professional lighting industry. |
|
|
|
| nieuwslijst | |
