lighting

I have a simple single unit that doesn't seem to respond to power at all. Any recommendations before i disassemble this thing?

Hello,I just got a new ETCNomad and a wifi router for our school's lighting console. I'm having trouble mirroring the console to my Nomad. They're both on the same wifi (the console is connected via ethernet and my Nomad is connected via Wifi) but I still get the same "Finding Master Console"...

Using two gobos can create some amazing effects. In this video you will view the creation of fire using Apollo 2-Color Glass, C2-0052, Flame Hot (static position) and Apollo Crushed Dichroic Slippery Ice (rotating position).We have also created a water effect using Apollo 2-Color Glass...

I am wondering if it would be helpful or useful to attach a monitor to the console? I’ve never used a monitor with a light board before, but we want to have presets so that we can simply hit a button to change scenes.

Okay, so I work at an Event center/venue. I've been tasked upgrading out lighting "system". Currently, we have track lighting with an assortment of par38 and par 36 bulbs all over the place. These are all run back to wall outlets that use cheapo inline dimmers from the home despot. For obvious...

Gello (heehee)I am inventorying my gels put I am wondering if there is a software or something where I can input what gel I have, how many cuts and their sizes, and be able to see a picture of the gel color or something. I know Lightwright has a feature like this but I don't think it's the...

This year i'm finishing school and as ia have four years of working as a light technician in theatre and cinema with many, i'd like to continue to develop by entering a university. Nevertheless, it seems like I've missed all the BA progremms deadline for this year (september). So right now i'm...

Hey all, I'm looking at artnet to help expand the amount of channels my movers can take up on my board.Currently I'm using two separate dmx transmitters for two different universes. Is there any way that I can transfer artnet wirelessly, or is there a better way to wirelessly run a lot of...

Hi,I have a big dance show I'm running tech for coming up. Every year we have the usual moving head beam and spot lights along with smoke effects. However, I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for some extra things we could add in this year to make it more exciting, whether it be...

I have a small blackbox theatre where I am looking to replace some really old 6"fresnels. I'm wondering what people think of parnels. I've never used them and no one I know has either. Thoughts? Pros and cons? Anything else you would receommend? I'm looking for conventional fixtures, not...

Hey guys, I'm designing a high school production of "In The Heights". We're starting work on "Blackout" and it opens with the kids using their phone flashlights in a choreographed dance until I bring in some top light. Is there some sort of app, or way for me to bring up their lights from the...

Hi all!I'm noodling this question for my own theaters: What would my ideal side lighting position be? And how do I make the position as simple to access, hang, circuit, and focus as possible?A little background on the question in itself: I work for a university meaning the level of skilled...

There is always a hot debate over which software we should use for lighting (drafting or visualisation) so this webinar by LD Tim Routledge should be of interest.Why Draw Everything Twice? By Tim Routledge | Webinar on December 5th, 2018From initial sketch to the delivery of a world tour...

Hi Everyone,I work at a HS and our Stage lighting is not exactly "New"We have three LARGE light bars above our stage that have red white (clear) and blue glass lenses. Over the years a decent amount of those lenses have disappeared. I don't even know the correct name of the light bars let...

Hello everyone I am here to ask anyone who has had an experience upgrading their House Lighting from Unison/Lutron systems using fluorescent tubes into an LED based house lighting. There is a potential upgrade for next year and I want to know more about the various systems there are nowadays. I...

(Apologies, moderators, if this is the wrong section to ask this question.)Hello,I am the Senior Lighting Director for my high school and I am in charge of designing the technical and artistic aspects of the school's fall play and spring musical. As well as other productions and events.I...

Hi all,Why are the doughty style of boom arms become dubbed 'derig arms'? Where did the term come from?Just curious.

Doug Fleenor Design is proud to announce the addition of two new products which will debut at LDI 2018. Please stop by our booth, #839, to see them in person!The PRE10E-A is an Ethernet based lighting controller that fits entirely into a two-gang electrical back box. The simple user interface...

Hi folks!I'm turning to strangers on the internet for guidance because why not? So currently I'm enrolled in a B.A. program for Design and Technology with a concentration in Lighting. I also have two professional jobs currently working as an electrician/ stagehand for both.My question is, I...

I'm working on a show where the company has LED tape (RGBW), controlled via remote. I believe it is or is similar to Illume Lighting 196 in. Color Changing RGB Kit with Plug In Driver and Color Changing Remote As I want to control said LED tape from the light board I'm trying to figure out the...