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Performer Series Follows...


220-240V / 120V : 1400W

The Performer Series Followspots sets new benchmarks for Followspot performance, light output and operator comfort.

More Light, lighting designers around the world are looking for brighter followspots to cut through the higher light levels used on stage and in the studio today.

The Performer Series range delivers 2–3 times as much light as current 1.2kW / 2.5kW MSR market leaders.

This huge step up in performance is made possible by Philips new Mini MSR arc technology, our developments in ellipsoidal collection systems and a generous sized lens design with all lens surfaces multi coated to reduce light losses and ensure the best beam quality.

As a result of this research and development the Performer Series range delivers a new level of efficiency (over 40%) providing comparable light output onstage to that delivered by a 1.6kW Xenon Followspot!

Operators will love using these followspots which deliver precision movement of the spot and controls, and thanks to the Selecon heat management system the operator receives little radiated heat with controls that remain cool to the touch, even after many hours of continuous use.

Simple to use and set up ensuring its effective use by inexperienced operators as well as industry professionals.

One integrated unit powered from a domestic socket – with built in electronic power supply (universal voltage 100 – 250V); integrated 6-colour changer, supplied with tripod stand and lamp.

The Performer Series range is the ideal solution for rental and production companies and permanent installations alike.

The two models immediately available are -

Tahi – 18º-24º
A short throw followspot, designed for the smaller and older style theatre, onstage and truss mount positions.
Delivering at 18º - 1000lux/100fc at 43m/141 ft while at 24° - 1000lux/100fc at 30m/98 ft.

Rua – 9º-16º
A medium throw followspot with variable light output, Rua is suitable for mid size theatres throws to outdoor arenas.
Delivering at 9º - 1000lux / 100fc at 56m/184ft while at the widest angle of 16° - 1000lux/100fc at 34m/112 ft.

Toru 4º–9º
A long throw followspot will be available in 2007.

Specifications  
Tahi Beam Angles: 18°-24°
Rua Beam Angles: 9°-16°
Pattern Size: B
Accessories: Pattern holder (275mm / 11" diameter); heavy duty stand with adjustable screw feet levelling
Tahi Weights: Followspot: 56kg / 123.5lb
Stand: 9.5kg / 21lb
Professional Stand: 17kg / 38lb
Rua Weights: Followspot: 67.9kg / 149.7lb
Stand: 9.5kg / 21lb
Professional Stand: 17kg / 38lb
Rating: CE

Features
  • PRECISE, OPERATOR ADJUSTABLE PAN AND TILT allows the operator to preset the amount of friction or pressure required to move the followspot, friction free for ‘bally ho’ free form movements to restrained movement for precise control.
  • STABLE BASE with our tripod based stand and precision engineered yoke pan assembly.
  • FULL LENGTH AND REAR GUIDE HANDLES to suit almost all operating positions. Rear handle is rubber foam covered.
  • ELECTRONIC OUTPUT CONTROL from half to full power, meeting the needs of mid size to very large venues and outdoor arenas.
  • BEAM ZOOM FROM ONE CONTROL, a quarter turn to lock in position or free to glide to the required beam angle. Reference scale for recording beam angle settings.
  • FOCUS FROM THE SAME ZOOM CONTROL, from a crisp hard edge to a soft out of focus beam.
  • SIX COLOUR FILTER CHANGER – integrated as part of the followspot, self cancelling action, with separate release. Individually removable frames simplify loading of the colour filters while a ‘write on’ label identifies the colour in each frame for the operator. PLEASE USE a whiteboard marker or similar, NOT an indelible marker pen. A ‘travel lock’ secures the colour frames within the luminaire body for travelling.
  • COMPREHENSIVE CONTROL SUITE, clearly labeled, reference scales and preset limits.
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  • CTO Filter (Colour Temperature Orange) converts the 6,000K lamp colour temperature to a tungsten balance. This filter can be changed by the operator to any other dichroic colour glass filter 90mm / 3 1/2" diameter) and....
  • DIFFUSION FROST softens the beam edge allowing it to blend into the rest of the stage lighting. This frost can be changed by the operator to other glass diffusion (90mm / 3 1/2" diameter).
  • IRIS – 24 leaf iris provides a visually even circular beam from the smallest to widest. The maximum iris opening can be preset using the adjustable scale locks. The iris leaves are protected from prolonged heat exposure by a heat shield which follows behind the iris mask action.
  • CUTTERS – shutters shaping the two vertical and horizontal axis of the beam.
  • PATTERN HOLDER COVER SLOT for mounting of pattern (B-size) holder accessory.
  • DOWSER, or mechanical dimmer dims the light beam to required output. The dimming action allows for very sensitive and smooth fade at low levels. Maximum output level can be preset using the adjustable scale lock.
  • PEAK / FLAT BEAM DISTRIBUTION. The Performer Series is the only followspot with an easy to use peak / flat beam adjustment. A peak beam with frost diffusion blends into the stage lighting scene while the flat hard focus beam provides the traditional high contrast followspot beam.
Easy & safe Maintenance

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Replacing the lamp is via a drop down hinged lamp assembly.


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The mains power cable can be stored inside the luminaire body during transportation.


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Body panels hinge open to provide quick and safe access for cleaning, changing the dichroic filter/ diffusion frost and other maintenance.

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The total lamp/reflector/
power supply assembly slides out the rear of the luminaire.



Lamp

220-240V / 120V
Lamp socket: G22
Philips 1400W 9281 746 05100
Colour temperature: 6100K

icon-pdf.gifDownload the MSR SA-SE GOLD lamp specification from Philips here (103kb).

Performance information, size diagram and order codes are detailed on the Performer Series Followspot Specification Sheets.

Warranty: A one year limited warranty is offered on the Performer Series range of Followspots.


 
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Performer Series - Tahi


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Performer Series - Rua





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Rear Control Panel includes:
• Electronic dimmer display and control
• On / Off switch which is also a 16A circuit breaker
• Elapsed hour meter, recording hours of operation
• Earth continuity neon.
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Adjustable PAN controls performer_pan.jpg
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Above: Adjustable TILT controls
Above: Stable, tri-pod
base

Beam zoom from one control performer_beam_zoom.jpg
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Beam zoom lock motion
Focus from the same zoom control
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6-colour filter changer performer_colour_changer.jpg
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Helpful write-on panel for filter numbers - use whiteboard marker-type pen
Travel lock
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Above: Standard followspot beam

Above: CTO beam
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Above: Standard followspot beam
Above: Diffusion beam

Iris lever and pre-set lock performer_iris_lock.jpg
performer_iris_closeup.jpg Iris close-up

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Above: horizontal cutters
Above: vertical and horizontal cutters

Peak/flat knob
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TRADESHOW NEWS

From the ENTECH Tradeshow wrap-up by Andy Ciddor in the March 2006 issue of Lighting & Sound International.

"Developed around a 1200/1400W short arc lamp, a new optical system, a smooth iris, and a completely re-engineered yoke and spigot system, these substantial luminaires are designed for easy touring.

Despite their use of new light sources and contemporary materials, these spots nevertheless manage to evoke the stability and smoothness of mechanical operation last seen in such ancient behemoths as the Strand Electric Sunspot".

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