UK - LSC is attending PLASA again as part of the White Light zone and will be found on booth G60. This year we are introducing three new products to the market place.

For the first time at PLASA, LSC will be showing a Clarity LX900 console. The flagship of the family, the LX900 was first released in December 2012 and many venues across the world have already installed these units. All LX consoles operate on Clarity software which was first released in 2009 for PC and Mac and the LX900 on show will be running version 2 of this software demonstrating all its new features. Also on the booth will be the other members of the family namely the LX300 and LX600 as well as the software versions of Clarity and wings.

In acknowledgement of the changing demands of the marketplace, LSC is releasing a new intelligent power distribution unit called APS that is designed to remove the problems

UK - It has been a busy 12 months at POLARaudio since the last PLASA London show. In this time the distributor has grown its portfolio with the addition of a number of new brands. These include relatively young companies with innovative ideas as well as established giants of the pro-audio industry.

POLARaudio will be on stand L60 and will occupy a larger space than in previous years to accommodate the increasingly diverse range of brands on offer. This will be POLARaudio's first opportunity to exhibit Mackie.

Another new and very welcome member of the POLARaudio family is Danish manufacturer Cornered Audio, whose range of sleek, ergonomic, low-profile wall speakers have prompted installation engineers to describe them as a 'dream come true'. AD Systems will also feature for a first PLASA appearance, with a range of professional PA solutions that pack power and accuracy into a

UK - Motion control specialist Kinesys will be highlighting three products at this year's PLASA light and sound show at ExCeL London 6-9 October - the super-fast GIS 250kg BGV-C1 39m/min hoist which is integrated with Kinesys' EVO controllers, complete with a SIL3 E-Stop system and optional full SIL3 functionality; Kinesys' DigiHoist system which supports positioning encoders and Vector/K2 control and is fully compliant with British BS7906:2005 and German SQ P2:2010 codes of practice covering Cat A and D8+ systems respectively; Kinesys LibraWATCH multiplatform load monitoring software which is now available in over 10 languages.

The super-fast GIS 250kg BGV-C1 39m/min hoist when integrated with Kinesys' EVO drive, including a SIL3 E-Stop system, is one of the fastest and safest currently on the market, reaching new levels of sophistication and integrity.

The integration of the

UK - City Theatrical is launching a number of new products at PLASA 2013 on stand J70, including an exciting new line of LED tape and LED dimmers, a new AutoYoke with a Source Four LED, SHoW Baby 5, and many new accessories. Dave Higgins and Robert Bell of Pathway Connectivity will be on hand demonstrating the Cognito Lighting Console, and Andy Voller, author of Moving Light Assistant software will also be on the stand demonstrating and training users in his product.

QolorFlex LED Tape is LED lighting tape aimed at the professional lighting market, including live theatre, television, film and video, and live events. LED tape allows lighting users to put light in places that were impossible in the past and to create lighting fixtures and lighting effects in new and inexpensive ways. QolorFLEX LED tape is manufactured to City Theatrical's exact specifications and is available in a

UK - GearSourceEurope will be exhibiting for the very first time at the PLASA show being held from Sunday October 6 to Wednesday October 9, 2013, at the London ExCel Exhibition and Convention Centre.

Each day visitors to Stand M11 will have the chance to win a used, full size 'Skill Stop' gaming machine. Visitors will be invited to test their skill against the machine. On each of the four days of the show, the first Jackpot winner will win their very own used replica.

Marketing director Keith Dale commented, "This competition fits in perfectly with our marketing campaign of companies not gambling when buying and selling their pre-owned gear. It should also be a bit of fun."

GearSource Europe Limited, founded in 2005, markets and sells used equipment to the audio, lighting, video and staging sectors of the entertainment industry throughout the UK, Europe, Middle Eas

UK - Being seen for the first time at PLASA (Stand J50) is Doughty Engineering's innovative motorised lectern, as well as its new and stronger range of truss adaptors.

The lectern - the first of its kind - is fully DDA compliant and visitors to the stand will be able to try it out for size. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the black powder coated steel lectern is supplied with a reading light and fitted with anti-vibration/ noise dampening microphone mounds to ensure a clear, concise sound from the user.

Mark Chorley, Doughty Engineering's design engineer said, "This lectern is a real show-stopper and visitors will be amazed by its capabilities. Changing height from its lowest setting of 640mm to its highest of 1150mm is smooth and simple and takes just seconds, ensuring presentations are flawless and speakers are comfortable and confident."

Riggers are being e

UK - PSCo has announced its entry into the LED display market and will unveil a range of ultra-high resolution, exceptional performance LED models on Stand S40 at PLASA 2013, ExCeL London, 6-9 October. Handpicked for the PSCo portfolio following extensive research and testing, these innovative new additions mark the launch of 'The PSCo LED Experience' - bringing LED to channel partners in the UK with trusted support services and expert assistance, says the company.

PSCo will be offering PLASA visitors an exclusive preview of the new 1.9mm, 2.5mm and 3.75mm LED displays in an enclosed viewing area on the stand. PSCo is the only UK Company able to offer these products, with the 1.9mm and 3.75mm available now for live events from PSCo Rental and the 1.9mm, 2.5mm and 3.75mm exclusively available from PSCo Technical Distribution for permanent installations.

After showcasing at PLAS

UK - SES will have its new and much anticipated Brochure available to give away at this year's PLASA show.

Following on from the success of its first copy a few years back, the brochure has now quadrupled in size and covers SES's very wide range of power distribution and ancillary products, giving users a better knowledge of what we are able to produce. This publication coincides with the release of the new SES website, and will be followed very soon by a web shop.

(Jim Evans)

UK - Cooper Controls exhibits at the PLASA lighting and sound show at ExCeL London for the first time as part of the Eaton Corporation, complete with a fresh new look and a special press event on the Monday afternoon ... to celebrate moving forward.

The company will present a selection of innovative lighting control products for entertainment and architectural applications from its Zero 88 and Cogent Lighting ranges, alongside the latest technologies from distributed lighting brands including DTS & LDR.

On show will be the latest SCD Server and SCD Server Pro from Cooper Controls. These stand-alone event replay / show controllers can be used for sophisticated permanent lighting installations and to run shows on buildings, facades, landscaped environments, theme parks, etc.

The SCD Server family can also be used as a fully tracking backup to any ZerOS lighting console includi

UK Cable and lamp specialist CLD Distribution highlights two new ranges on stand J10 at the 2013 PLASA lighting and sound exhibition at ExCeL London: A comprehensive and innovative new range of architectural, commercial and industrial LED lightsources, and the new CLD Gig Series of audio cables - which is launched at the show.

The new LED lightsource range is for installations in multiple sectors including all types of public spaces, buildings, offices, retail outlets, factories, etc.

It incorporates LED tubes, panels, high-bays, down-lighters and flex products as well as a whole series of retro-fittable direct replacement LED bulbs, providing a high quality cost-saving solution for all environments.

CLD's LED range is being manufactured exclusively for the Sussex, UK based company in a closely managed operation. The partner company uses Osram components in their products an

UK - A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd, a leading one-stop provider of cutting-edge new and used professional equipment to the entertainment industry, will showcase a selection of the very latest lighting, audio, rigging and video solutions available from its vast portfolio of premium brands at PLASA 2013 (stand P40/P41).

The stand will showcase the many marques which AC-ET distributes exclusively in the UK, as well as other leading brands the company is an authorised reseller for.

AC-ET's Lighting Division

From AC-ET's Lighting division, the stand will showcase their diverse portfolio of LED lighting solutions, including an exclusive unveiling of the new LED lighting family from Vision™ alongside the latest offerings from Chroma-Q®, PixelRange, Spotlight, SGM, Philips Selecon and Mole Richardson. The Vision range also provides sole stand illuminati

UK - Pharos Architectural Controls will be launching the EXT at PLASA 2013 - the ideal companion for their award-winning Touch Panel Controller (TPC).

The new Pharos EXT is mains-powered and provides local DMX and DALI output for the TPC, as well as other hardware interfaces for triggering, creating a standalone lighting control system without the need for a separate power supply or network switch. The Pharos TPC is a powerful lighting controller with an integrated, customisable touch screen - combined with the EXT, it can now be used for DMX and DALI installations without any Ethernet infrastructure.

The EXT comes with all the usual benefits of a Pharos product - free Designer software, free technical support and a 5 year warranty.

Visit Pharos Architectural Controls at PLASA on stand K60

(Claire Beeson)

UK - Midas has announced the immediate availability of their new Mixtender 2 iPad App for the best-selling PRO Series and XL8 digital consoles. Loaded with new features, and delivering "an unprecedented range of control and mobility", Mixtender 2 was designed and developed by Midas engineers for "absolute best in class performance".

Providing remote access to virtually all key console functions with smooth and responsive system metering, Mixtender 2 offers support for multiple iPads, allowing FOH and monitor engineers to work collaboratively from any location in the venue.

Mixtender 2's upgraded feature set includes full-screen EQ editing, for highly accurate individual channel adjustments; VCA and POP group unfolding and member editing function; plus a quick navigation page with comprehensive level metering that allows engineers to monitor all signals whil

UK - Entertainment lighting specialist White Light returns to the annual PLASA London exhibition in 2013, held for the first time at London's ExCel Centre. As in previous years, the White Light Zone will serve as home base for the latest lighting, effects, and media control technology from exclusive manufacturers. The company will also showcase enhanced White Light services for 2013, including its in-house custom colour service, expanded training programme, and improved product support. The White Light Bar, a PLASA London tradition, will form the centre of the White Light Zone on Stand F50.

Three products in the White Light Zone will be featured in this year's PLASA Awards for Innovation: the Altman Phoenix LED profile and UV Spectra Cyc fixtures, as well as the JB Lighting Sparx7 LED wash fixture.

The White Light Distribution family of products can be found within the White L

UK - Creative Technology has introduced the G10 Carbon Fibre LED system which will be promoted at PLASA London 2013 (Stand E70).

CT's latest innovation is a full colour, high brightness, super lightweight 10mm LED display weighing a mere 11kg per m2. At less than half the weight of previous comparable systems the G10 offers massive advantages in terms of production opportunities and reduced freight costs, says the company. The extraordinary weight saving means a native resolution HD screen measuring 207 m2 can be built weighing only 2.3 tonnes. Alternatively typical on stage effects and Imag screens for touring applications of 5x3m (16x9') will weigh less than 225kg(500lbs). Screens can now be tracked, rotated and flipped using simpler rigging and mechanics, greatly reducing production costs and increasing impact.

The light weight and low volume design has similar advantages i

Germany - With the MA VPU light (Video Processing Unit), MA Lighting has developed a smart and compact video control offering nearly the same performance as the successful MA VPU plus and MA VPU basic. Only 2HU height, the MA VPU light features sophisticated hardware and proven MA software. Furthermore the in-built screen displays all essential information about the status of the MA VPU light.

Additionally MA has enhanced its MA VPU plus and MA VPU basic in comparison to the MA VPU light. All MA VPU will now offer Full-HD (MA VPU plus MK2 6 layers, MA VPU basic MK2 4 layers, MA VPU light 2 layers - which are rendered in parallel). Also MA VPU plus MK2 and MA VPU basic MK2 are now equipped with 3 x DVI-outs instead of two as with the prior version, while the MA VPU light offers 2 x DVI-outs and 1 x VGA-out.

All MA VPU have common features enabling all videos, still images and 3

USA - Clear-Com will show its latest range of intercom solutions at the 135th International AES Convention (Booth 3030). The company will display its enhanced Eclipse HX Digital Matrix System and HelixNet Partyline Intercom System. It is also highlighting its new RS-700 Series Analog Partyline Beltpacks and ICON Connectivity Solutions, as well as the most recent updates to its Tempest Wireless Intercom System.

"At Clear-Com, we are constantly developing communication systems and adding features that allow our users to have a more efficient workflow," says James Schaller, regional sales manager, Northeastern U.S., Clear-Com. "Our latest set of wired and wireless intercoms give users increased speed, capacity and scalability. With hundreds of high-quality products in our portfolio, customers have the opportunity to design communication infrastructures to address nea

UK - Robe lighting is showcasing nine innovative new products on stand L80 in Hall 5 at the PLASA lighting & sound exhibition at ExCeL London.

Products will include all those launched at Prolight+Sound, Frankfurt in April - The Pointe, MiniMe, CycFx 8, Cyclone and MMX Blade - highlighting some brand new concepts - all embracing Robe's smaller-lighter-brighter and more eco-friendly philosophies.

Newly launched at PLASA is the Parfect, a tough PAR-can styled plastic housing featuring Robe's LEDBeam 100 lightsource.

The Robe Parfect, is an LED source ACL beam at an affordable price that is made in Europe. This unit is a static version of the massively successful LedBeam 100 and retains all the key features of this, including both CMY & RGBW colour control, tungsten emulation, Zone Fx, selectable & variable colour temperatures ... and the really powerful, punchy 7° beam.

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UK - A.C. Special Projects (ACSP) Ltd. will be on hand at the PLASA Show (stand Q41) to discuss how they can provide bespoke integrated solutions of lighting, audio and AV equipment - including the very latest technologies showcased nearby on the stand of their sister company (stand P40/P41) - to the performance, architectural, educational, corporate and retail sectors.

The company's highly experienced Project Managers can handle all aspects of a project and have a diverse portfolio of previous client examples ranging from theatres to nightclubs and bars, restaurants, schools, houses of worship, cruise ships and live performance venues.

With access to over 200 leading brands, ACSP can cater for any size of installation from a simple six circuit lighting bar with dimming and control, to a full blown multi-media theatre system.

Staff will be happy to discuss the company's full

UK - Jands' award-winning Vista lighting and media control system has been embraced by leading designers, companies and venues around the world. The platform allows all levels of user to get the most from whatever mix of technology they have available, whether dimmers, moving lights, LED, or media. Utilising the same Vista v2 software, there's a choice of all-in-one Linux consoles and control surfaces running natively on a Mac or a PC.

Jands UK dealer, A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. (PLASA stand P41) will showcase models from the Vista hardware range, including the new Vista D1 playback processor. When connected to any host console from the Vista family, each D1 allows control of an additional 8192 DMX channels to help cope with the increasing channel counts being used in today's designs.

Jands will also showcase new features for their award-winning Stage CL conso

UK - Chroma-Q's award-winning lighting products deliver premium performance for - and have been adopted by leading users in - some of today's most demanding and prestigious lighting applications, including opera, theatre, film & TV, venues, touring, events, retail, houses of worship, and others.

The company's PLASA stand (P60) will feature models from the Color Force, Studio Force and Inspire ranges illuminating various surfaces, to demonstrate the LED products' colour accuracy and consistency, and precise theatrical grade dimming - features which together are designed to deliver the highest performance levels from a lighting instrument, says the company.

Making its PLASA London debut is the award-winning Inspire LED house light, a powerful multi-purpose creative lighting tool that can transform the look and feel of both large performance spaces and smaller commercial,

UK - Mackie has recently updated and expanded three of its most popular and enduring product ranges and PLASA London will offer the first opportunity to see these new models.

The SRM 1600W High-Definition Powered Loudspeakers deliver on Mackie's "Built-Like-A-Tank" SRM legacy in professional grade all-wood designs. The range features enhanced Mackie digital processing and provides new levels of SRM ruggedness, output, clarity and simplicity. The SRM550 and SRM650 are available in 12" and 15" LF driver configurations with 1.4" HF compression drivers, while the SRM1850 offers a powerful 18" subwoofer with integrated digital crossover.

The new VLZ4 analogue mixers now include not only Mackie's industry-proven Onyx preamps, providing the highest headroom and lowest noise possible but also deliver the rugged construction that has established the VLZ se

UK - Following its sell-out at the ABTT Theatre Show, additional copies of the new edition of Technical Standards for Places of Entertainment 2013, also known as the Yellow Book, are available for purchase during PLASA London at a special 'trade show' price.

Stock of this essential book - the first new edition in five years and now including material previously contained in the Model National Standard Conditions for Places of Entertainment - can be found on the ABTT's Stand, A53, at ExCeL London, from this Sunday 6 October, at a reduced rate, held for all four days of the show.

Edited by David Adams and published by the Association of British Theatre Technicians, the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, the District Surveyors Association and the Institute of Licensing, the book sets out the physical standards for buildings, their equipment and the good management of th

UK - MultiTouch Ltd has announced that the new Cornerstone 2, the company's own software development kit (SDK), will be available free of charge and supports hardware platforms other than MultiTouch's own MultiTaction Cell product line.

The new version, released 3 October, will be "a ground-breaking product in the world of advanced interactive displays, providing for the first time a free set of tools to take full advantage of MultiTaction Cells' scalability and advanced object and pen tracking features". The support for third-party hardware allows great flexibility for deployment and reuse of Cornerstone-based applications on a wide range of multi-touch displays from other manufacturers.

In addition to making its updated SDK free, MultiTouch has ensured that the new Cornerstone 2 also includes a far greater arsenal of tools to build the next generation of interactiv

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