Lightboard M
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LIGHTBOARD M is a sophisticated modular lighting control system offering a unique mix of manual, memory, submaster and special effects facilities. Designed specifically to suit multi-purpose control requirements in the live performance field, it has applications wherever the immediacy of "hands-on" control is needed, or where frequent changes of performance call for a variety of operational styles. Live music events, nightclubs, conferences and educational productions as well as many medium stage, studio and video presentations are all examples of where Lightboard M's impressive flexibility can quickly prove itself invaluable. There's a straightforward two scene preset system complete with flash buttons, split dipless crossfader and dual time potentiometers for the simple shows. But manual presets can also be recorded into up to 200 memories, each with split times, delays, links and automated follow-ons. Add to that a sophisticated programmable effects package with dual level and speed control, and up to 48 submasters which may be quickly loaded with memories. The result is a practical combination of manual and memory lighting control for a wide range of entertainment facilities. Varied levels of operation and complexity allow the operator to use as much, or as little of the board as that night's performance requires. Rehearsed lighting or "on the fly", dramatic play or rock concert - Lightboard M handles them with equal ease! Theme parks, automated exhibits and complex architectural lighting are also suitable applications for Lightboard M. Programmes of up to 32 keystrokes on any of the eight function keys can be immediately activated either from the console, or from the optional remote control unit. Or, for remote manual control, and additional eight submasters can be included at a podium or stage managers panel, anywhere that manual control of eight pre-programmed memories would be useful. Manual... memory... special effects... submasters, individually or in combination, Lightboard M means control flexibility unlimited for the designer or operator. And, despite its many sophisticated features, Lightboard M is simple to operate.
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The SUPER MANUAL lighting control console for situations when JUST a memory system isn't enough!
LIGHTBOARD M is designed for "hands
on" control - Bump (Flash) buttons, manual faders in a two scene preset
configuration, dual memory playbacks, special effects and lots of submasters
in a modular configuration: a multi-purpose console designed for the special
needs of the multi-purpose performance venue.
| 1 | Blackout switch | 12 | Bump Level control |
| 2 | Grand master | 13 | Bump selection switch |
| 3 | A/B crossfader with LED bargraph, Assign and Sequence pushbuttons | 14 | Command keypad |
| 4 | Dual fade time potentiometers | 15 | Display keypad with Off/Show/Record Lock keyswitch |
| 5 | X Fader with LED bargraph | 16 | Submaster faders |
| 6 | X Fader GO/Stop buttons | 17 | Submaster Bump buttons |
| 7 | X Fader Assign and Sequence push buttons | 18 | Preset A Channel faders |
| 8 | X Fader dual time potentiometers | 19 | Preset B Channel faders |
| 9 | Effects faders with Stop/Start pushbuttons | 20 | Channel Bump buttons |
| 10 | Effects Assign pushbuttons | 21 | 3½" disc drive (library storage) |
| 11 | Effects step time potentiometers |
Two
Scene Preset
Up to 144 channels of two scene preset control are available in modules of 12
channels. Each manual fader is equipped with a Flash button with integral LED
for flashing to full, off, or any level in between. The Flash buttons can also
be set to operate in "Solo" mode, where all channels other than the
channel selected are forced to zero.
Lightboard M has the unique ability to control the maximum number of channels
in the system regardless of the number of channel faders installed. So, where
space is limited, fewer channel control modules don't limit the system size.
Control of the two scene preset is provided by a split dipless crossfader with
tracking LED bargraph and dual time potentiometers. Alternatively, the A/B fader
can be loaded with memories and operated in a timed fade mode.
Memory Playback
Up to 200 memories can be recorded using either the manual faders, the digital
address keyboard or both in combination. Once recorded, memories are loaded
directly to the X fader for sequential playback. Split timed fades, complete
with split delays, links and automatic follow-ons may be activated by a push
of the "GO" button. The A/B fader may be used simultaneously with
the X fader in a highest-takes-precedence manner for playback of either manual
presets or memories.
A maintenance-free super capacitor holds all memories for a minimum of three
days in the event of a mains disconnection.
Submasters
Lightboard M may be equipped with either 24 or 48 submasters, each of which
may be loaded with individual channels or recorded memories. Like the channel
faders, each is equipped with a flash button which allows scenes to be flashed
to full, off or soloed.
An additional eight submasters are available for installation in a remote location.
Submasters may be bank loaded with memories through use of eight programmable
function buttons which allow multiple commands to be executed with the push
of a single button.
Effects
Any number of memories may be programmed as special effects. Nine types of effects
are available, including forward and reverse chases, builds, and memory chases.
Two effects may be run simultaneously on dedicated faders, each with speed potentiometers
and stop/start buttons.
Displays
A full colour VDU is provided for display of channel and level information,
playback status and various operational modes. Displays are selected via the
command keypad. In addition to the Stage output, a number of Blind displays
are also provided.
Cue Sheet
Displays all recorded memories with their associated times, delays, waits and
links. Cue information may be edited in this display.
Preview
When in Preview Display, memories may be previewed, modified or created without
affecting the stage.
Lightboard M is provided with four distinct proportional patch tables. In each patch table, any number of dimmers may be assigned to a single channel and each dimmer may be assigned a maximum level. The four tables allow rapid changing of channel to dimmer assignment, thereby altering what dimmers the manual faders control.
Set Up
Allows access and control of all disc and printer functions, as well as system
diagnostics, and access to the Function Key display.
Modules
and Options
Every Lightboard M console is equipped with a Command Module, colour VDU (monochrome
optional), 3½" disc drive, printer interface, worklight; and comes
complete with 10 diskettes, mains cable, and a set of 8 metre multiplexed control
cables. Standard consoles are indicated on the diagram (TO FOLLOW) showing various
channel and submaster configurations.
Options:
A full range of optional equipment is available, including controls for the
Showchanger Automated Luminaire System. Most Lightboard M configurations may
be fitted with the AutoScroll and SetScroll Colour Change controllers, or the
Task Master control panels for control of pan, tilt, colour and other functions.
A set of dual electronics are available to act as a full tracking backup for
any Lightboard M console. In the event of a system failure, a keyswitch permits
transfer to a second Central Processing Unit, which contains all system information
as well as recorded memories, submaster assignments, patch tables etc.
Dimensions
| Sizes | Width (mm) | Depth (mm) | Height (mm) | Weight (kg) |
| 0 manual channels | 876 | 269 | 158 | 13.3 |
| 48 manual channels | 876 | 531 | 196 | 25.05 |
| 96 manual channels | 1486 | 531 | 196 | 39.61 |
| 144 manual channels | 1689 | 531 | 196 | 45.78 |
Taken from publicity brochure "Lightboard M" published by Strand Lighting.
