With simple plug-and-play operations, hundreds of pre-installed effects, and a cooling system that eliminates the need for expensive and bulky water cooling, the RGB Laser 1.6 is all about performance made easy. Take it on the road, decorate and revitalize outdoor structures and buildings for events and promotions, or utilize its unique effect in permanent installations, the RGB Laser 1.6 is as versatile as it is powerful.
Slightly larger than an average DVD player, yet able to take the knocks and blows of touring without misaligning, the RGBL 1.6 is capable of extremely deep saturated colours - especially an intense blue (442nm), which allows the creation of true and pure white like no other laser in its class, according to Martin.
Smooth, advanced graphics are achievable through fast and accurate galvos which can pass through 40,000 positions a second. These graphical possibilities are enhanced through the narrowness of the actual beam (<3.5 mm), which gives more flexibility when choosing imagery or in long distance projections. An onboard show playback system features 432 available cues and downloading and upgrading images and graphics to the internal flash card is simple to achieve through the USB 2.0 PC interface. Real-time effect programming, editing and viewing is possible through the included software, which is extremely easy to use and beneficial for speedy setups and shows on the fly.
The unit can be controlled with any standard DMX controller using 5-pin XLR connectors. The fixture also uses the signal-input SubD25:ILDA, which is a worldwide standard. Dust-free sealed optics means that pollution - such as fog or haze residue - cannot penetrate the fixture, keeping service to a minimum.
With over 10,000 hrs of operation - nearly double any other fixture on the market, Martin claims - the RGBL is also protected by a two-year or 3,000-hour warranty. As with all Martin products, safety has been given top priority. Fail-safe systems prevent emission of a single-point beam, eliminating potential hazards. As a Class 4 laser, the RGBL 1.6 may only be operated by a trained professional (Laser Safety Officer).
(Lee Baldock)
