The new Art SSC from Elation Professional is a
1024-channel DMX command-line controller, the Art SSC offers a complete array
of features and capabilities that let you program, operate, record, playback
and schedule light shows, in one low-maintenance solid-state unit that has no
moving parts, without requiring a computer.
Applications include architectural lighting, outdoor
applications, nightclubs, hotels, museums, cruise ships, theme parks and other
permanent installations. The Art SSC features two 512-DMX channel universes, as
well as one DMX Input. The DMX outputs and input are optically isolated from
each other to ensure secure, interference-free performance. The Art SSC also
includes Art-Net output and input; MIDI in, through and out; and an ethernet
connection that supports HTML, Art-Net, OSC and proprietary protocols.
Featuring web client browser control, the Art SSC is
programmed and operated via its industry-standard command-line interface. When
connected to a web browser, the unit becomes a 1024-channel lighting controller
that can handle up to 256 scenes with programmable fade and hold times.
The Art SSC also includes a DMX and Art-Net recorder that
can record and store up to 16 tracks, each with 1024 channels. Multiple tracks
can be played back, each with individual control, loop and function.
Equipped with an astronomic clock, the Art SSC can
programmed to trigger events by date, time, day of the week, and sunrise or
sunset, making it great for both indoor and outdoor lighting control. Plus, thanks to its advanced system
integration logic, it can interact with other types of controllers and
equipment, allowing users to synchronize playback and trigger events via
time-code, contact closure or any other incoming signal. When time-code is
used, the Art SSC can act as a time-code master or convert between SMPTE and
MTC standards.
“Lighting projects are becoming increasingly more complex
today, and many involve interaction between different types of gear or the use
of several different operating protocols,” says Eric Loader, director of sales
for Elation Professional. “The Art SSC
has been designed to handle these types of situations. Not only can it be programmed to trigger
events and actions from other controllers and incoming signals, it also can
convert protocols between any physical port, like DMX or MIDI, and any
Ethernet-based protocol like Art-Net, UDP or OSC. Basically, any input can be
connected to any output, giving users total flexibility.”
The Art SSC is also compatible with VisualTouch
touchscreen interface software, providing an easy option for “non-technical”
users to operate it as a standalone playback controller. Specified buttons and
faders on the Art SSC can be programmed to be available to users via
VisualTouch, which is a cross-platform software (Windows, Mac &
Linux). Because VisualTouch is password
protected, the security of the lighting system is ensured.
Other security features on the Art SSC include a Kensington
Lock and locked power cable protection. Designed to fit a wide range of
applications, the Art SSC can be used as a desktop unit or Din-Rail mounted
with an optional adapter.
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