Source Four Mini

Well, alrighty, question time, what size gobo, what size color frame, does it come with clamp? What is that hole in the yoke for? Perhaps a small 50 watt Source 4 Dimmer module? Does it come in colors? Ok, just had to ask. And yes, I want some.
 
Well, alrighty, question time, what size gobo, what size color frame, does it come with clamp? What is that hole in the yoke for? Perhaps a small 50 watt Source 4 Dimmer module? Does it come in colors? Ok, just had to ask. And yes, I want some.

E size gobo
2.75" x 2.75"
Mini c-clamp included
Hole in the yoke is for the LV transformer if you are getting the portable version
Comes in black, white, silver and custom colors upon request

The app sheet can be found here: http://www.etcconnect.com/docs/docs_downloads/miscdocs/S4_Mini_App_Sheet.pdf

David
 
One might wonder why the Source Four Mini is limited to 50W when competitors use up to 75W.

One might also take exception to the unit using source four nomenclature, since a)it doesn't use an HPL lamp and b)the MR16 lamp it does use (EXN ?) has only one filament segment.
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One might wonder why the Source Four Mini is limited to 50W when competitors use up to 75W.

One might also take exception to the unit using source four nomenclature, since a)it doesn't use an HPL lamp and b)the MR16 lamp it does use (EXN ?) has only one filament segment.
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1. Much more efficient optics--who needs 75W?
2. Really? How about chilling out for 48 hours to wait and see just how it performs like a Source Four?

But we have to say: "love the buzz!"

ST
 
Why not offer 75W for those who want it? If they don't they can lamp down to 50W.

And if you want individual control of multiple lights on the same dimmer, why not offer a 55w/77v version you can dimmer double?

Why not offer dimmer TRIPLING or QUADRUPLING while you're at it?

I want my flying car already.
 
Wireless power. Could be a useful option.

Oh, of course. Any new lighting products need to be wireless like phones and iPads. It's 2013, after all. But it can't make the lights cost any more than they already do.
 
Oh, of course. Any new lighting products need to be wireless like phones and iPads. It's 2013, after all. But it can't make the lights cost any more than they already do.

At least they got the "smaller and lighter" part right... And I'm sure it has a "retina display" too.
 
Speaking of Retina, after seeing an EDLT, I can't look at anything else. It hurts. This better have that or I can't use it.
 
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1363799140.836769.jpgHere is the silver version with the track mount adapter. These things are pretty cool!
 
Not to go off topic here, but what is the panel directly behind bdk in the picture above? Perhaps the integrated Smartswitch and AC panelboard I've been waiting for?
 
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Me,
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My Friend (don't know her CB user name, but she is a better model than I am)

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It took me too long to Upload but David promised to mail us a consolation prize!
Gotta love ETC!
 

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Is bdk the swag winner!?

Indeed, bdkdesigns is the winner!
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However, I did also spend some great time with TheaterEd and friend in a span of time where we all thought they were the winners, so I will take care of them too.

I have something for you, bdkdesigns, so come see me or Laura at the booth tomorrow! I invite everyone else to stop by as well and see what all are calling "cute."

David
 
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Not to go off topic here, but what is the panel directly behind bdk in the picture above? Perhaps the integrated Smartswitch and AC panelboard I've been waiting for?

You are correct. It is the Echo relay panel, due out in about a month.

David
 
Just wanted to let you know we shot a great video with Fred Foster demonstrating the mini just for CB. Since dvsDave doesn't get home until late Sunday night (and he has a day job to get to), it may take a bit to get it edited and posted. But getting that video up is a top priority and it's worth the wait!

List Price will be around $300-$400 depending on the color and version. Yeah that's a little pricey. But it's not just a toy. It's a nearly exact working copy of a full size S4. It has almost the exact same number of parts. Shutters work, barrel rotates, slides to focus, and can be changed... When it's been on for a while the little brass screw on the cap will burn your fingers at 1/3 scale of a standard S4 burn ;) As a result of all the details, the cost to make one ends up about the same as a full size fixture.

As for the price differences between variants. The lamp is 12 volt so you need a transformer to plug it in. The ceiling/wall mount version hides this simply in the mounting plate. The theatrical version has a c-clamp and the transformer mounts to the side of the yoke like a S4 - HID. The track light version has a fairly expensive mount attached which makes it the most expensive in the line. There will be some price difference based on color as well. All the fixtures we have seen are prototypes, they are working on UL approval and then they will be available for sale in a VERY short time.

I was impressed with the output (as you will see in the video). Think of it as a birdie with shutters and gobo projection. That makes it not only cute but also useful. It's the kind of thing we will all want a few of in inventory to solve unique problems. We will also want them at home and in the office because they are awesome. You could build a really cool light lab with them. The biggest application I see will be lighting pictures and other display items in places like museums, restaurants, and stores.

I know what I want for Christmas!


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Although the prototype we saw was constantly on, I'm pretty sure Fred said that it is fully dimmable.

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