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The Automated Lighting Programmer's Handbook
Author
Brad Schiller
Release Date: 2003/11/01
ISBN: 9780240806020
Topic:
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Book Description
Industry veteran detials essential principles for entertainment lighting programmers
Table of Contents
Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
List of Tables and Figures
Acknowledgements
Introduction
10 Things Every Programmer Should Know
#1—Understanding the Fixtures
#2—Basic Console Operations
#3—Patching and Addressing
#4—Making Lights Move
#5—Long Hours and Late Nights
#6—Subtractive Versus Additive Color Mixing
#7—Tracking
#8—Protect the Data
#9—How to Admit Your Faults
#10—Who to Call
But Wait, There’s More
1. Programming Philosophies
The Automated Lighting Programmer
The Hollywood Syndrome
Creativity and Consistency
Learning to Program
2. Automated Lighting Concepts
DMX–512
DMX Protocols
Fixture Modes
Crossfade
Bump
Parameter Abilities
Precedence (HTP and LTP)
Tracking
3. Preparing for Programming
Fixture Setup
The Console
Preparing the Patch
Numbers Everywhere
Groups
Protecting Your Work
Always Be Prepared
4. Basic Programming
Understanding Your Fixtures
Speed Channels
Palettes
5. Intermediate Programming
Mark Cues
Block Cues
Effects Generators
Kickin’ It Old School
Common Chases
6. Advanced Programming
Visualization
It’s Time for Timecode
The Magic of MIDI
7. Programming Genres
Structured and Corporate Theatre
Concert Tours
Television Events
Music Festivals and On-Offs
Architectural Installations
8. Troubleshooting
Common Problems
Data Problems
Console Problems
Fixture Problems
Operator Error
Emergency Preparedness
9. Programmer and Designer Relationships
People Are People
Types of LDs
Troubled Waters
Changing Tides
Life Is Like a Box of Chocolates
10. Digital Lighting, the Future Is Here
Content
New Jobs
Point of View
Servers and Display Devices
New Functionality And Terminology
Programming Digital Lighting
Enough Is Enough
The Future Is Now
11. Words of Wisdom from Industry Professionals
Adrian Ngieng, Programmer
Arnold Serame, Designer and Programmer
Benoit Richards, Designer and Programmer
Bryan Hartley, Designer and Programmer
Bud Horowitz, Designer and Programmer
Butch Allen, Designer and Programmer
Christian Choi, Programmer
Dall Brown, Designer
David Chance, Designer
Demfis Fyssicopulos, Programmer
Eric Kennedy, Programmer
Esteban Lima, Designer
Heath Marrinan, Designer and Programmer
Henry M. Sume, Designer and Programmer
Hillary Knox, Programmer
Jim Lenahan, Designer
John Broderick, Designer
John Rayment, Designer
Larry “Uncle Fester” Robbins, Designer and Programmer
Laura Frank, Programmer
Lawrence Upton, Designer
Marsha Stern, Designer
Mats Karlson, Programmer
Michael Nevitt, Programmer
Mike Falconer, Programmer
Mitch Peebles, Programmer
Patrick Dierson, Designer and Programmer
Paul Pelletier, Programmer
Richard Belliveau, Automated Lighting Inventor and Visionary
Scott Riley, Programmer
Shannon January, Designer and Programmer
Steve Garner, Programmer
Steve Irwin, Designer and Programmer
Steve Lieberman, Designer and Programmer
Steve Owens, Designer
Susan Rose, Programmer
Tim Grivas, Programmer
Timothy F. Rogers, Programmer
Vickie Claiborne, Programmer
Appendix: Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Journal
Brad Schiller’s Olympic Journal
Glossary
Index