Lightboard M

Up to 144 channels in a two scene preset configuration

Control of up to 768 multiplexed or analogue dimmers

24 or 48 overlapping submasters with flash buttons

8 additional remote submasters

Up to 200 cue and effect memories

Two playback crossfaders

Four electronic proportional patch tables

Eight programmable function keys

Colour VDU, monochrome available

3½" floppy drive for library storage Documents Lightboard M Abbreviated Operation Guide (1987)

(1987) Lightboard M Brochure (1992)

Lightboard M Agents Maintenance (1993) LIGHTBOARD M is a sophisticated modular lighting control system offering a unique mix of manual, memory, submaster and special effects facilities. Designed specifically to suit multi-purpose control requirements in the live performance field, it has applications wherever the immediacy of "hands-on" control is needed, or where frequent changes of performance call for a variety of operational styles. Live music events, nightclubs, conferences and educational productions as well as many medium stage, studio and video presentations are all examples of where Lightboard M's impressive flexibility can quickly prove itself invaluable. There's a straightforward two scene preset system complete with flash buttons, split dipless crossfader and dual time potentiometers for the simple shows. But manual presets can also be recorded into up to 200 memories, each with split times, delays, links and automated follow-ons. Add to that a sophisticated programmable effects package with dual level and speed control, and up to 48 submasters which may be quickly loaded with memories. The result is a practical combination of manual and memory lighting control for a wide range of entertainment facilities. Varied levels of operation and complexity allow the operator to use as much, or as little of the board as that night's performance requires. Rehearsed lighting or "on the fly", dramatic play or rock concert - Lightboard M handles them with equal ease! Theme parks, automated exhibits and complex architectural lighting are also suitable applications for Lightboard M. Programmes of up to 32 keystrokes on any of the eight function keys can be immediately activated either from the console, or from the optional remote control unit. Or, for remote manual control, and additional eight submasters can be included at a podium or stage managers panel, anywhere that manual control of eight pre-programmed memories would be useful. Manual... memory... special effects... submasters, individually or in combination, Lightboard M means control flexibility unlimited for the designer or operator. And, despite its many sophisticated features, Lightboard M is simple to operate.

The SUPER MANUAL lighting control console for situations when JUST a memory system isn't enough!

LIGHTBOARD M is designed for "hands on" control - Bump (Flash) buttons, manual faders in a two scene preset configuration, dual memory playbacks, special effects and lots of submasters in a modular configuration: a multi-purpose console designed for the special needs of the multi-purpose performance venue.





1 Blackout switch 12 Bump Level control 2 Grand master 13 Bump selection switch 3 A/B crossfader with LED bargraph, Assign and Sequence pushbuttons 14 Command keypad 4 Dual fade time potentiometers 15 Display keypad with Off/Show/Record Lock keyswitch 5 X Fader with LED bargraph 16 Submaster faders 6 X Fader GO/Stop buttons 17 Submaster Bump buttons 7 X Fader Assign and Sequence push buttons 18 Preset A Channel faders 8 X Fader dual time potentiometers 19 Preset B Channel faders 9 Effects faders with Stop/Start pushbuttons 20 Channel Bump buttons 10 Effects Assign pushbuttons 21 3½" disc drive (library storage) 11 Effects step time potentiometers

Two Scene Preset

Up to 144 channels of two scene preset control are available in modules of 12 channels. Each manual fader is equipped with a Flash button with integral LED for flashing to full, off, or any level in between. The Flash buttons can also be set to operate in "Solo" mode, where all channels other than the channel selected are forced to zero.

Lightboard M has the unique ability to control the maximum number of channels in the system regardless of the number of channel faders installed. So, where space is limited, fewer channel control modules don't limit the system size.

Control of the two scene preset is provided by a split dipless crossfader with tracking LED bargraph and dual time potentiometers. Alternatively, the A/B fader can be loaded with memories and operated in a timed fade mode.

Memory Playback

Up to 200 memories can be recorded using either the manual faders, the digital address keyboard or both in combination. Once recorded, memories are loaded directly to the X fader for sequential playback. Split timed fades, complete with split delays, links and automatic follow-ons may be activated by a push of the "GO" button. The A/B fader may be used simultaneously with the X fader in a highest-takes-precedence manner for playback of either manual presets or memories.

A maintenance-free super capacitor holds all memories for a minimum of three days in the event of a mains disconnection.

Submasters

Lightboard M may be equipped with either 24 or 48 submasters, each of which may be loaded with individual channels or recorded memories. Like the channel faders, each is equipped with a flash button which allows scenes to be flashed to full, off or soloed.

An additional eight submasters are available for installation in a remote location.

Submasters may be bank loaded with memories through use of eight programmable function buttons which allow multiple commands to be executed with the push of a single button.

Effects

Any number of memories may be programmed as special effects. Nine types of effects are available, including forward and reverse chases, builds, and memory chases. Two effects may be run simultaneously on dedicated faders, each with speed potentiometers and stop/start buttons.

Displays

A full colour VDU is provided for display of channel and level information, playback status and various operational modes. Displays are selected via the command keypad. In addition to the Stage output, a number of Blind displays are also provided.

Cue Sheet

Displays all recorded memories with their associated times, delays, waits and links. Cue information may be edited in this display.

Preview

When in Preview Display, memories may be previewed, modified or created without affecting the stage.

Lightboard M is provided with four distinct proportional patch tables. In each patch table, any number of dimmers may be assigned to a single channel and each dimmer may be assigned a maximum level. The four tables allow rapid changing of channel to dimmer assignment, thereby altering what dimmers the manual faders control.

Set Up

Allows access and control of all disc and printer functions, as well as system diagnostics, and access to the Function Key display.

Modules and Options

Every Lightboard M console is equipped with a Command Module, colour VDU (monochrome optional), 3½" disc drive, printer interface, worklight; and comes complete with 10 diskettes, mains cable, and a set of 8 metre multiplexed control cables. Standard consoles are indicated on the diagram (TO FOLLOW) showing various channel and submaster configurations.

Options:

A full range of optional equipment is available, including controls for the Showchanger Automated Luminaire System. Most Lightboard M configurations may be fitted with the AutoScroll and SetScroll Colour Change controllers, or the Task Master control panels for control of pan, tilt, colour and other functions.

A set of dual electronics are available to act as a full tracking backup for any Lightboard M console. In the event of a system failure, a keyswitch permits transfer to a second Central Processing Unit, which contains all system information as well as recorded memories, submaster assignments, patch tables etc.

Dimensions

Sizes Width (mm) Depth (mm) Height (mm) Weight (kg) 0 manual channels 876 269 158 13.3 48 manual channels 876 531 196 25.05 96 manual channels 1486 531 196 39.61 144 manual channels 1689 531 196 45.78

Taken from publicity brochure "Lightboard M" published by Strand Lighting.