14th Dec 2006 - Two new products launched for Christmas.

Still looking for that ideal present for your board operator or lighting technician? In need of some great value, indispensable tools that not only let them know you care but will help them in their work.....then look no further, Zero 88 has the perfect solution.

The first is our new, easy to use DMX tester - the Cable Test. Made from brushed aluminium and shipped in a belt holster, Cable Test utilises 9 diagnostic LEDS to allow a variety of test functions. The unit can test for the presence of DMX; detect reversed polarity in cables as well as checking all wires are connected. Every technician needs a test device and this battery operated unit is priced to allow anyone to afford a good, easy to operate tester.

We are also pleased to announce the availability of Light Converse. Light Converse is lighting control system software program with an internal 3D visualizer.

The software is intended for lighting control in theatres, concert halls, clubs, bars, as
well as for architectural lighting. 3D visualizer shows truly realistic pictures of light in live mode, depending on lighting control system parameters, parameters and texture of the room, including furniture and architectural lighting.

Key features include;

- Full 3D real-time visualization of up to 7 universes of DMX over Artnet)
- User selectable resolution and video quality, allows you to match the visualization to your PC
- Frame rates of 25-30 frames per second on most PC's
- Superb quality (built on a computer gaming engine) with live 3D movements of fixture beams, including multiple gobos and prisms.
- Realistic fixture models including parameter timing channels, split colour wheels, etc.
- Visualization includes DMX control of the camera, allowing pre-visualization of camera moves for audio visual applications.
- 3D stereo glasses mode gives 3D visualization of beams
- Optional hardware DMX interface to enable visualization from any DMX console (up to 4 universes).


To mark the arrival of these new products Zero 88 are running a special promotion during December 2006 and January / February 2007.

For each Frog 2 lighting console ordered by 28th February 2007 Zero 88 will ship a copy of the Zero 88 Edition Light Converse visualisation software and the new Cable Test DMX tester completely free of charge.

Merry Christmas!