Theatre Design & Technology - Winter 1979 - 39

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Skirpan's New Dimmer Controllers
A new line of manual control panels for solid-st.ate dimming systems has been introduced by the Skirpan Lighting Control Corp. Designed as single function modules, the control system buyer may now
choose those combinations of power supplies, faders, master panels.
timer, matrix or special effects panels, and linear potentiometer dimmer control panels that are needed to make up the complete system.
For the first time, it is possible conveniently to customize a system for
a single user, without the expense of special designs.
The new system of modules is designed for operational reliability
and easy mechanical assembly. The panels are attached with pawl
fasteners, and the interconnection between modules is with plug-in
connectors on ribbon cables, so that no individual point to point wiring
is required. The panels may be mounted in table top or desk type consoles, in trouping cases, or in standard 19" rack panel configurations. The individual module panels are 12.25" high, per EIA Standard, and are either 2.187" or 4.375" wide.
For additional information, contact Robert Benson, Skirpan Lighting Control Corporation, 61-03 32nd Ave., Woodside, NY 11377.

Rosco New Fog Machine
A new system for generating smoke and fog on theatre, television
and film stages has been introduced by Rosco Laboratories. The system consists of a Fog Machine and the Rosco Fog Fluid designed to
work with it. Both the fluid and the fog or smoke it produces are safe
for performers in a variety of ways. First, the material is odorless and
does not irritate the eyes or vocal chords of the performers. In addition, the fluid will not burn either when stored as a liquid or atomized
for smoke. It is entirely non-toxic, has a flash point above 200°F. and
may be legally and safely transported in any convenient manner.

Skirpan Introduces New Computer-Based Lighting Control System
Skirpan Lighting Control Corp. recently introduced their new CUELOG memory lighting control system, which, like their AUTOCUE,
uses a video display unit for dimmer and control functions. The system is composed of three table-top units, and is being offered in 36,
72 and 108 dimmer channel versions.
The main operating panel permits the manual and timed cross-fading of up to four cues simultaneously. The micro-processor memory
contains 100 active cues, and the mini-floppy disk drive stores an additional 500 on each disk. Access time is four seconds per group of
100 cues. Additionally, twelve programmable Submaster Controllers
are provided to permit proportional grouping of any dimmer channels
assigned.
The 12" video display unit may be located where most convenient
to the operator, and provision has been made for additional monitors
for use by the designer or stage manager. CUELOG also provides a
complete manual control panel with a controller for each dimmer in
the system, A-Off-B Submaster selection, two Submasters, and a
Grand Master Controller. The system may be programmed from these
manual controllers, or from the pushbutton controls on the main operating panel.
CUELOG may be retro-fitted into most recent solid-state dimming
installations, and is designed for easy operator access to all plug-in
electronic componants. All adjustments and circuit protection are located externally for ease of maintenance. The manual and computer
sections are powered separately for additional electrical security.
For additional information, contact Robert Benson, Skirpan Lighting Control Corporation, 61-03 32nd Ave., Woodside, NY 11377.

The system will produce a fog that has practically no movement of
its own, so will follow any air current directed toward it. The simple
addition of dry ice suspended in a wire basket at the front of the machine creates a heavier and low hanging fog effect. Rosco's Fog Machine is UL listed, and measures a compact 12" x 12" x 6". It can
be plugged into any grounded wall outlet. The Fog Machine is priced
at $315. The Rosco Fog Fluid is sold in one-liter containers for
$14.90 per liter.
For further information, contact Rosco Laboratories, 36 Bush Ave.,
Port Chester, NY 10573.

USITI Winter, 1979

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