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Lowel Professional-Grade Century Stands
ChamSys MagicQ MQ500M Stadium Console
ChamSys has introduced the MagicQ MQ500M Stadium console . It offers 256 universes of control direct from the console without the need for additional processing nodes , giving designers and programmers greater flexibility .
The MagicQ MQ500M Stadium incorporates an array of software features that support motorized playback faders , playback encoders , and customizable illumination . Thanks to its motorized function , the playback section can be used for multiple purposes with shortcut buttons to change the function . With 15 motorized faders and 15 playback encoders per bank -- and up to six banks – a total of 180 playbacks can be accessed instantly . RGB LED illumination enables different colours to be assigned to each individual fader and playback encoder for unlimited customization . The MQ500M Stadium console supports many different fader modes in addition to the playback mode , enabling the playback section to be used in a wide variety of applications .
For more information , contact Erikson Pro : 514-457-2555 , info @ eriksonpro . com , www . eriksonpro . com .
Lowel , a division of The Tiffen Company , has launched the Lowel 40-in . C-Stands , a motion picture and photography industry standard for lights and accessories in the studio or on location .
The 40-in . double-riser shaft is outfitted with ergonomic locking tri-knobs that offer a firm grip and secure hold . The familiar staggered leg height design allows nesting several stands close together and fast deployment . Lowel C-stands follow industry standard sizes to fit on grip trucks or C-stand hangers . When combined with the Lowel grip head and arm , it ’ s ideal for supporting light fixtures and light-modifiers like gobos , flags , silks , and scrims .
The turtle-base model C-stand ( CTB-40 ) features spring-loaded legs for fast setup and breakdown and for easy travel and storage . The removable base with a 1 1 / 8-in . junior receiver facilitates exchanging riser sections with accessories like a stand adapter for low-angle lighting or replacing the legs with a runway base for greater mobility . The sliding-leg model C-stand ( CSL-40 ) features a movable top leg that ’ s secured by a tri-knob . It ’ s designed for leveling the stand on uneven surfaces like stairs , hills , and curbs .
For more information , contact Lowel : 631-273-2500 , www . m . lowel . com .
By Richard Cadena
Starting with the basics and progressing through the details of advanced lighting design , this guide covers everything from lighting metrics ( the measurement of light ) to the classic approach to lighting and the all-important “ jewel ” lighting method commonly used where video is an important aspect of the production . It also addresses the study of aesthetics of lighting , including the use of diffusion and a detailed analysis of color theory and how it applies to lighting design .
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