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| grandMA2 Product Line |
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The
grandMA2 is the new signature console from MA Lighting.
Its combination of the powerful grandMA software platform and the
newest in hardware technology preserve the grandMA’s
dominance as the ultimate programmer’s console.
Like its predecessor, the grandMA2 offers programmers infinite
flexibility to create the layouts and views they desire. This unique
level of adaptability makes it the ideal console for all types of
situations.
Whether you are controlling conventional or automated fixtures, video
media, LED displays or other technology the grandMA2 offers intuitive
and fast control.
While the hardware has been optimized, the control philosophy and
command line syntax have been retained. This makes the grandMA and
grandMA2 consoles both downward and upward compatible.
grandMA2 consoles can be part of a grandMA network (when run in Series
1 mode) and grandMA show files can be read and manipulated by grandMA2
consoles.
Your hard-earned knowledge is future-proof!
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| grandMA2 full size |
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The full-size is the new
flagship console in the grandMA2 line.
This extremely powerful console boasts control of 8.192 parameters
without any additional processing.
There are three onboard touch screens and thirty motorized executor
faders.
All command keys are identically placed on all consoles in the grandMA2
range allowing programmers to easily transition across the entire line.
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Internal
processing for 8,192 HTP/LTP parameters
Real-time control of 65,536
parameters per session using NPU’s
3 internal TFT wide mode touch
screens (15.4” WXGA)
1 internal command screen –
multi-touch (9” SVGA)
2 optional external TFT screens
(UXGA, can be touchscreens)
30 motorized executor faders
2 motorized A/B faders
Built in keyboard drawer
Built in UPS
2 Ethercon connectors
Motorized monitor wing
Individually backlit and dimmable,
silent keys
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| grandMA2 light |
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The grandMA2 light
offers a compact version of the new grandMA2 full-size.
It featuring 4,096 parameters, 15 motorized faders and 2 touch screens.
Like the full-size, the grandMA2 light can handle an infinite number of
presets, cues, pages, sequences and effects.
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Internal
processing for 4,096 HTP/LTP parameters
Real-time control of 65,536
parameters per session using NPU’s
2 internal TFT wide mode touch
screens (15.4” WXGA)
1 internal command screen –
multi-touch (9” SVGA)
2 optional external TFT screens
(UXGA, can be touchscreens)
15 motorized executor faders
2 motorized A/B faders
Built in keyboard drawer
Built in UPS
2 Ethercon connectors
Motorized monitor wing
Individually backlit and dimmable,
silent keys
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| grandMA2 ultra-light |
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The grandMA2 ultra-light
features the full network performance of the grandMA2 range.
It featuring 4,096 parameters, 15 faders and 1 touch screen.
It brings all the benefits of the new Series 2 consoles to smaller
shows while offering MA Lighting’s unparalleled software
platform.
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Internal
processing for 4.096 HTP/LTP parameters
Real-time control of 65,536
parameters per session using NPU’s
1 internal TFT wide mode touch
screens (15.4” WXGA)
1 internal command screen –
multi-touch (9” SVGA)
2 optional external TFT screens
(UXGA, can be touchscreens)
15 executor faders
2 Ethercon connectors
Motorized monitor wing
Individually backlit and dimmable,
silent keys
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| grandMA
NPU (Network Processing Unit) |
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The Network Processing
Unit (NPU) increases the calculation power of the network.
Each unit adds 4,096 parameters to the capacity of the grandMA2
network.
With an easy-to-read touch screen, the NPU is intuitive to set up and
use and allows easy access to all important information.
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Internal processing for 4.096 HTP/LTP parameters
Real-time
control of 65,536 parameters per session using NPU’s
1
internal command screen (7”)
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| grandMA2 replay unit |
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The grandMA2 replay unit
offers the same power as the grandMA2 consoles, but in a standard
19-inch rackmount housing.
It easily allows the functions and features of the grandMA2 system to
be integrated into control room racks.
The grandMA2 replay unit supports a wide range of architectural and
control protocols for simple integration.
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Internal
processing for 4.096 HTP/LTP parameters
Real-time
control of 65,536 parameters per session using NPU’s
1
internal command screen (7”)
2
optional external TFT screens (UXGA, can be touchscreens)
Standard
19” rackmount
No
faders or buttons, easy to protect
Numerous
remote connectors to interface with other control systems
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| grandMA2 faderwing |
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The new grandMA2
faderwing adds executor buttons and motorized faders to existing
grandMA2 consoles.
Up to four faderwings can be connected to a console - that will be 60
additional motorized faders on each page for the actual show.
The grandMA2 faderwing offers the same look and feel as the consoles'
fader arrangement.
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15
motorized faders
15 executor buttons
MA-bus link to any console of the
grandMA2 - series
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| grandMA remote |
 
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IMPORTANT
NOTE: the grandMA remote software will currently only connect
to grandMA Series 1 Consoles and grandMA 2 Series Consoles running in Compatibility Mode. A
new version of the remote for Series 2 software is forthcoming.
The grandMA remote
software is a powerful new way to access almost all of the grandMA's
feature set from the palm of your hand. Each grandMA console can
support up to 6 remotes through a wired LAN (Local Area Network)
connection or wireless LAN connection using the "Wi-Fi" standard
802.11b for complete freedom of movement.
The grandMA remote software runs on a Pocket PC or an iPhone/iPod Touch
and is free of charge. In addition, a grandMA remote PC emulator is
availible for trouble shooting and full remote fuctionality running a
PC.
Most Pocket PC & Wireless Access Points will work with the
grandMA however, If you are planning on purchasing a Pocket PC solely
for this purpose, either be prepared to return the unit if it does not
work or pick one from the list below.
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| Recommended
Pocket PCs:
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HP iPAQ rx3115 &rx3715
Asus
MyPal A716
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| Recommended
Wireless Access Points:
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HP ProCurve 520wl with 170wl wireless card
Asus WL-330g
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The
above PocketPC's and Wireless Access Points are recommendations for
users who are purchasing new equipment. Typically, any similar devices
that fully support the 802.11b standard will work with the grandMA
network. When connecting a remote to a network of multiple consoles
and/or NSP's, special consideration must be given to the amount of
bandwidth used. Please contact us for further recommendations and setup
tips.
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| grandMA2 on PC |
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These PC based software
applications, which are available free of charge, allow grandMA users
to edit and manipulate shows without the need for a console. These
powerful pieces of software will work with Windows 2000 & XP on
a PC with a 300MHz or faster processor with 64MB of RAM and Direct X. A
screen resolution of at least 1,024 x 768 is recommended and, if
supported by the PC, multiple monitors can be utilized.
The Offline looks and reacts in the same way as a
“normal” grandMA console and can be set to emulate
the grandMA & the grandMA light front panel configurations, or
can be customized if screen space is limited. The onPC software has all
of the same functionality but consolidates the controls into a more
streamlined interface for greater ease of use.
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IBM®
compatible PC- Dual Core Processor with 2.4 GHz CPU (SSE2)
1 GB RAM
Microsoft Windows XP Operating System with ServicePack 3 or Microsoft Vista Operating System (with admin rights)
Microsoft DirectX 9 or higher
Network Card 10/100/1000 T/TX
Any Graphics Card with hardware acceleration and at least 64 MB graphic-RAM
- example: NVIDIA 9800 GTX
Tested and recommended laptop-version: Apple Macbook Pro 15"/17" with Microsoft XP via Bootcamp or Parallels
Important: Please do not use any shared memory for graphic cards
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| grandMA 3D |
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grandMA 3D is a free
state of the art visualization program for PC’s running
Windows 2000 or X/P. Connection to any grandMA console is via Ethernet
and allows lighting designers and console operators to visualize their
programming in a highly realistic virtual environment. grandMA 3D uses
Direct X technology from the computer gaming industry and requires no
external devices, such as dongles or interfaces.
Since the grandMA 3D acts as an integral part of a grandMA console,
information only has to be input once as opposed to twice as with other
visualization systems. Once fixtures are specified in the console they
automatically appear on the grandMA 3D software ready to be positioned
in the virtual environment. This 3D positional information is then
stored in the grandMA console show file.
The 3 dimensional environments can be built inside of the grandMA 3D
software and any bitmap file can be placed on any surface allowing for
the complete customization of the virtual environment. grandMA 3D also
connects directly to the free grandMA Offline software, either on the
same PC or another PC on the same network. This means that, completely
free of charge, users can preprogram their shows at home, hotel room or
in transit on their personal computer and then upload their show data
via floppy disk or directly via Ethernet to any grandMA console.
Animation files can be created directly in the grandMA 3D software that
will show camera movements and series of cues from the grandMA console.
These can then be used as client presentations. The complete offline
creation of show lighting, for free!
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Requirements:
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IBM®
compatible PC- Dual Core Processor with 2.4 GHz CPU (SSE2)
1 GB RAM
Microsoft Windows XP Operating System with ServicePack 3 or Microsoft Vista Operating System (with admin rights)
Microsoft DirectX 9 or higher
Network Card 10/100/1000 T/TX
High-Speed 3D Graphics Card with hardware acceleration, 512 MB graphic-RAM and
- vertex shader version > = 3.0
- pixel shader > = 3.0
- 1024 x 768 pixel resolution or higher
- example: NVIDIA 9800 GTX
Tested and recommended laptop-version: Apple Macbook Pro 15"/17" with Microsoft XP via Bootcamp |
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