Recent content by Gobokat

I've actually installed a few of the HPL conversion kits in my day and I'd say it's a great option, replaces everything from the sled, socket, reflector and pigtail (really all the parts that matter) so not only do you get a 'modern' lamp type but most likely get rid of fuzzy or fraying jacket...

Just as an FYI, the reason that the AF modules exist is to add airflow resistance to the front of the rack. With those large unrestricted openings (aside from shock hazard) you're also depriving the modules below the CEM from proper cooling draw from the fans at the top of the rack. Either put...

Just to clarify, was your trackpad working with your fixtures and current profile or are the automated fixtures just something you've added for this show? If it's the former I'd suggest either sending to ETC for a repair if it's the latter, review the fixture personality to make sure the...

For what it's worth (coming from both a theatrical and commercial/event production viewpoint) my list of "give it a try" would be: (and no, I do not claim any of these to be 750w HPL in a clean Source4 equivalent, but they'll kick on a 575w) 1) Chauvet Ovation, either white light only or the FC...

My guess is the straight lengths of multi are not needing labels since no device connects to them directly, but on the break-out/ins we'll need to label with what the voltage is, but isn't that odd since we should be using NEMA connectors which are voltage specific??

Just to add a talking point to your facility IT department, gear that is using E1.31 (sACN) to control a lighting system is machine-gunning repetitive packets. Tell your IT guys that your lighting equipment, by design and when working properly will appear as a DDOS attack to the data network...

Yeah, was hoping no one was going to bring Neutrik into the thread - short answer is the PowerCon/True1/?? line from Neutrik is non-NEMA, so just like the old style twist lock, they are listed by the OEM as suitable for both 120 and 240 volt installation, but there is no way to tell, looking at...

There's a reason you don't see a lot of cement/used tire creations for boom bases - but I'll just go with a "from my experience" reply and say that they are a pain to move/store/secure, not to mention the bits of concrete that you'll get chipping out after a year of frequent use creating a mess...

Just wanted to chime in and point out a couple of quick summaries on this thread - 1) the "old" Hubbell twist-lock connectors are no longer acceptable because you cannot tell from the plug/receptacle which is 120V and which is 240V so you can guess the fun that could ensue.2) be sure to use...

As others have suggested, getting the City Theatrical power supplies for these units will make your experience so much more enjoyable - in addition to what others have mentioned, the City Thea. gear also have stand alone functions available (static and dynamic color fx) when you just need a...

I would heartily second the recommendation to look at the LeMaitre GeForce3 with the FreezeFog unit - or if you're an Ultratec fan the G3000 with the LSG. Be sure you are using either company's "Molecular" formula, looks better chilled and dissipates quicker as it warms so you don't have a...

Good job on finding the offending link in your signal chain.While you're reviewing alternate amp choices, allow me to ask how much you know about the speakers you'll be attaching it to. Do you know the model? You said they're probably EV, but what vintage and how much attention has been paid...

I will agree with your point. My comments were not specified, but I was referring to the products I assumed a user such as the OP would have access to from big box or local electrical distributors who would be spec'ing products for homes or commercial offices, not so much the kind of...

In addition to the wires (or socket+wire ass'y) be sure to be careful with the strain relief on the fixture and replace if it's worn or broken, but definately use it, don't omit it from the repair. There's nothing but spring pressure holding the connections between PAR lamp and porcelain and...

While the previous posters have hit the high points for the OP: 1) be sure the retrofit can light pucks are in fact dimmable 2) be sure your "cheap DJ" dimming pack has all channels set to 'dim' and not 'nd' or 'switch' 3) if you really want fully controlled, smooth dimming must switch to...