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Only three month are gone and the deployment of “LED Lighting Control” software MADRIX has published a new version.

Of course the boys took all the requests, controversies and error messages of the users to heart and put as most as possible into the new version.

And in spite of the big amount of the release note of this update is, as we are used to, for free.

Download MADRIX V2.9 here

Before prolight+sound we were wondering, which products would draw the attention. Now, after a successfull show, we know it. Here are the top ten products of the prolight+sound 2010:

1. Eurolite LSD in conjunction with MADRIX-Steuersoftware

2. Futurelight EYE-60

3. Omnitronic XMP-2800

4. Eurolite LED TMH-3/4/5

5. Omnitronic IEM-500

6. Futurelight DMH-1

7. Omnitronic TMC-1

8. Eurolite LED MAT-Bar 64

9. Futurelight EYE-54

10. Eurolite LED Bar-PIX-45

In addition, was also a complete range targeted by the visitors. Our PSSO Compact Line Array.

MADRIX 2.8 will be officially launched at Prolight + Sound 2010. The upcoming version of the LED control software includes plenty of brand new features.

Two fresh and creative effects called “SCE Metaballs” and “SCE Drops” as well as the much-improved Sound2Light effect “S2L Equalizer” extend the possibilities to amaze every audience. In addition, reorganizing effects by using drag & drop is now easily possible.

Combining effects was greatly enhanced by adding new features to layers, such as Copy, Paste, and Insert. This represents the professional and reliable performance of MADRIX combined with its ease of use.

The Patch was completely rebuild and is as user-friendly and fast as never before. And it now offers an advanced range of functions. Moreover, the DMX Watcher and the DMX Fader Tool—two very useful tools—highly increase productivity and simplify working with LED installations.

Madrix

The solution when your are in need of an uncomplicated, professional LED lighting control software: MADRIX. Controlling low-resolution LED walls or matrix-connected LED spot has never been easier. Steinigke now distributes the software in Germany – as one of only two companies.

MADRIX opens new doors to entertainment. Contrary to other systems which use pre-fabricated videos, MADRIX conveys all inputs in real-time. A clear advantage, when it comes to operating and controlling. Additionally, the specially designed controlling-interface allows for extraordinary intuitive operation and persuades by virtue of its manifold functions. Light-control was definitely never so easy.

MADRIX Software – Your solution for pixel walls – Take control

• LED Matrix Control
• Effect processor
• Media engine
• LJ and VJ
• Real-time effect processing
• No content necessary
• Automatic effect scaling
• Well-designed ergonomics – easy to use
• Fast composing of all effects
• Real-time audio analysis
• Includes Sound2Light effects
• 511 band equalizer
• Stereo level meter
• Frequency analysis
• Tone, interval and bass analysis
• The music controls the light
• The mood of the music is represented
• Supports the most common DMX512 / ArtNet interfaces
  · Features:
• DMX512, ArtNet and DVI output
• Support for 1 channel, RGB and RGBW lights
• Up to 256 DMX universes (131.072 DMX channels)
• 2 effect pipelines, 120 storage places
• Multi layer technology
• Over 20 different mix modes
• Graphical mapping
• Static light effects:
• Color, color ramp, color fade, color fill
• Bitmap and image animations
• Video and live capture
• Moving text (ticker) .
• Sound2Light and Music2Light effects
• Script effect engine
• 3x real-time preview (A, B and Output)
• Cross-fade, white-fade, black-fade, color-fade
• Cue list with clock and MTC support
• Remote controllable by DMX, ArtNet, HTTP, MIDI
• Patch editor
• Fixture editor

EUROLITE LED Soft Displays

They were the real hit in London: the new, flexible LED curtains from Eurolite. The large crowd at Steinigke booth was obtain to the especially unique systems that know not only because of the excellent price / performance ratio.

In contrast to rigid LED panels the curtains have, available in a pixel pitch of 20 – 100 mm, significant advantages. Since they can be rolled up, they are transported very compact. In addition, the low weight of the assembly considerably easier.

As the curtains have different pixel spacings, also recommend different uses. Spacings from 100 mm to 37.5 mm you can use for graphic applications such as animations and backdrops. Representations in high quality you have to use the 20 mm version. To control is recommended to MADRIX software, which is also marketed by Steinigke.

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Here are the key features summary:

• Flexible display panels with tri-color RGB LEDs (type SMD 5050) for bright and colorful projection of videos and graphics
• Modular display conecpt allows the built-up of large areas, ideal for outdoor use with large viewing distances
• Bendable and foldable PVC material suitable for various shapes, e.g. columns, circles, angles
• Fast and uncomplicated installation, indoor and outdoor (IP 44)
• Truss suspension via belts
• Water-resistant and fire-retardant according to DIN 4102/B1 and BS 5852/1
• Low weight and small volume for convenient transport
• Easy maintenance – LEDs can be replaced without difficulty
• Controllable via optional network components and PC software
• All-in-one control system T9 (80503300): network interface and software LED Show T9 – ideal system for mobile use with notebooks with 1-gigabit NIC
• Control system LED studio: receiver interface (80503310), PCI sending card and software LED Studio (80503130)
• Compatible to media software such as MADRIX
• Switch-mode power supply
• Available in different sizes and pixel pitches
• Custom sizes available upon request (in 0.8 m units)

technical specifications:

For more informations please contact Sascha Fischer.