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VLC (Video Lighting Controller)

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VLC (Video Lighting Controller)

Category: Controllers

Description

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VLC
SixEye Connected

VLC

The Pharos VLC (Video Lighting Controller) is an extremely capable and cost effective architectural lighting control solution for large LED pixel arrays; such as building façades, bridges, and presentation walls.

It makes it simple to play video content across your array, either from locally stored HD media files or a DVI-D video input. It also offers a range of creative, generative effects and the versatility of powerful show control and integration features.

    • Rugged 1U 19” rackmount unit.
    • Separate Gigabit Ethernet ports for management and DMX-over-Ethernet (eDMX) output.
    • Available in multiple variants with capacities ranging from 50 universes (25,600 channels) up to a massive 1500 universes (768,000 channels) from a single control unit.

The VLC extends the Pharos Designer range of Controllers as an alternative to the industry-leading Pharos LPC X. While the LPC X provides highly flexible lighting control for large multi-zone lighting systems, the VLC is capable of controlling even larger systems where the fixtures are arranged and controlled as a single array, at our lowest ever price per channel.

The VLC is an exciting new option at the heart of the fully scalable Pharos Designer control system that can be tailored to the needs of your lighting and video projects.

    • Multiple Pharos Designer Controllers can be used together and will synchronise automatically.
    • Additional integration options supported by our range of Pharos Designer Remote Devices and IO Modules.

The VLC is programmed using the free Pharos Designer 2 software and lighting installations can be managed locally with the built-in web server, and from anywhere in the world via Pharos Cloud.

Render

Render Engine

Make your light fixtures a canvas onto which you can paint with creative effects or video playback. The powerful Designer 2 software allows you to build your fixture layout fast with pixel-precise adjustment. Then use individually controllable and independently running timelines to build dynamic, striking, pre-programmed lighting displays across your canvas.

Pharos Trigger

Timing is everything. Whatever the stimulus, Pharos Trigger can handle it. You can control your lighting with responsive, reactive programming. Pharos Trigger is a rules engine that uses conditional logic and a broad range of interfaces and protocols. Send and receive any command, to and from any system. Conditional logic is supported, along with a powerful built-in scripting language for unlimited flexibility.

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High Capacity

Big just got a whole lot easier. The VLC can output all commonly used eDMX protocols (sACN, Art-Net, KiNET, as well as the EDN) over Gigabit Ethernet and there are no restrictions on using these protocols simultaneously. There are six VLC variants with pricing based on channel capacity, ranging from 25,600 channels up to a massive 768,000 channels.

Remote Management

Future-proof your lighting and video display projects by connecting your Pharos Controllers to Pharos Cloud, a secure remote management service from SixEye. This allows remote, but direct, control of your Controllers from anywhere in the world, letting you check all of your Controllers’ statuses, inputs and outputs, fire triggers, schedule events, upload new projects and much more. All through one portal, accessible at your own Internet domain.

All Pharos controllers also have their own Web Interface that can be accessed on a local area network that provides real-time statuses, access to the full log and the ability to fire triggers on the controller.

Scalable

The right fit for every installation. Multiple Pharos Controllers can be seamlessly linked together to work as one via a standard Ethernet network giving impressive scalability. For additional integration options simply add Remote Devices to further extend the network. Whether one Controller or many, it’s all easily programmed using our free Designer 2 software.

High Definition Video Displays

Live video can be captured on the DVI-D input at resolutions up to 1080p60. Internal video playback at up to 1080p30 supports all major formats such as H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, MJPEG and QuickTime. The built-in 128GB SSD provides plenty of capacity for media storage.

Custom Interfaces

Create a custom web interface for your lighting installation that gives your users the control they need and the look they expect. Our built-in web server supports an extensive JavaScript API and access control with multiple user levels.

Pharos Designer

Programmed and configured using the free Pharos Designer 2 software – available for Windows or Mac OS X – with upload over Ethernet.

Reliable

Hardware and firmware are self-sufficient, so no PC needs to be left on site. Rugged, compact lighting control unit designed for 24/7 operation and reliability.

Firmware

Microprocessor-based system supports firmware updates via the network from Designer software or the web interface.

5 Year Warranty

Designed and manufactured in the UK, with quality and reliability our top priority.

Certifications

CE compliant; ETL/cETL listed; California Title 20/24 Compliant

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Plus…

Need even more power? An enhanced version is now available. The VLC+ offers additional features such as simultaneous playback & blending of multiple layers of video, picture-in-picture, adjustable masking, real-time rotation and translation of video and much more.

Pharos control products are highly flexible, customiseable and scalable. Our controllers work seamlessly with our remote devices and accessories for a huge range of protocol options.

If you can’t find what you’re looking for below, please get in touch with one of our sales team who will be happy help you build a solution for your project.

Supported Fixtures

LEDs

LED fixtures (RGB, RGBA, RGBW, RGBAW/WA, 8-bit, 16-bit, white)

Fixture Library

Pharos offers a cloud library with over 13,000 fixture profiles, for easy download of your luminaires

Output

sACN

ANSI E1.31 (with per fixture priority)

Art-Net

Art-Net, Art-Net 2, Art-Net 3, Art-Net 4 (configurable broadcast override)

KiNET

KiNET V1 (DMX out) and V2 (Port out); PDS/Data Enabler discovery

Pathport

Pathway Connectivity protocol

DMX512

Via the EDN or any other eDMX node

EDN

Can natively integrate with and output DMX through the ports of the EDN (Ethernet Data Node, supplied separately)

Scalable

Synchronises with up to 40 Pharos Controllers over network

Simultaneous

Multiple protocols can be in operation simultaneously. Limited by patched channels, not universes used

Triggering & Integration

Startup

Commences playback automatically on receiving power

Clock

Battery-backed real-time clock for calendar and time-based triggers

Astronomical

Sunrise/Sunset/Twilight and Lunar phases

Ethernet

UDP, TCP, Multicast; send/receive any Ethernet message

RS232 Serial

Configurable port; send/receive free syntax in ASCII, HEX or decimal

eDMX

sACN or Art-Net

Inputs

Contact closure, active low, active high or 0-24V analog level via RIOs

MIDI

MIDI Notes, SysEx or Timecode via RIO A

Timecode

Linear Timecode via RIO A (SMPTE, Film, EBU, NTSC)

Audio Level

Stereo 30-band spectrum analysis via RIO A

RS485 Serial

Via RIO; configurable port; send/receive free syntax in ASCII, HEX or decimal

DALI

Trigger on any message, via RIO D

Web Interface

Built-in or custom designed

Wall Stations

Integrate with BPS or TPC

Conditions

Full conditional logic support

Scripting

Lua scripting for total flexibility

IO Modules

Supports our extensive IO Module library for easy integration

Scalable

Supports Pharos Remote Devices

If you have questions about any of the below, please get in touch with one of our sales team who will be happy to help.

Specifications

Certifications

CE compliant, ETL/cETL listed

Power

100-240VAC / 50-60HZ / 0.4-0.2A
40W typical (50W maximum)
IEC connector with switch*

*Power cable not supplied

Data Storage

Internal 128GB SSD (supplied)

Configuration

Pharos Designer 2.2 or later

Temperature

0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Physical

19″ Rack unit, 1U, 13.5″ deep

Weight

3.1 kg (6.8 lbs)

Shipping

57 x 45 x 18 cm (22″ x 18″ x 7″)
5.0 kg (11 lbs)

Recovery

Hardware watchdog and recessed reset button

Warranty

5 years

Interfaces

Ethernet

Neutrik etherCon (RJ45 compatible) for 10/100/1000Base-TX Ethernet; Static IP or DHCP

eDMX

Dedicated Ethernet port for eDMX; Neutrik etherCon (RJ45 compatible) for 10/100/1000Base-TX Ethernet; Static IP or DHCP

DVI-D Input

Video input

DVI-I Output

DVI-I output (for future development)

Serial

RS232 via DB9 connector

USB

Two USB 2.0 Type A ports

Audio Out

Stereo analog & digital audio ports with RCA connectors

If you have questions about any of the below, please get in touch with one of our sales team who will be happy to help.

Order Code & Variants

VLC 50

Video Lighting Controller 50 (25,600 channels eDMX)

VLC 100

Video Lighting Controller 100 (51,200 channels eDMX)

VLC 250

Video Lighting Controller 250 (128,000 channels eDMX)

VLC 500

Video Lighting Controller 500 (256,000 channels eDMX)

VLC 1000

Video Lighting Controller 1000 (512,000 channels eDMX)

VLC 1500

Video Lighting Controller 1500 (768,000 channels eDMX)

VLC Datasheet

VLC Specification

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  • Why Pharos?
    • What is Pharos?
    • Applications
      • Bridges & Structures
      • Water Features
      • Landscapes
      • Urban Spaces
      • Cityscapes
      • Facades
      • Heritage Architecture
      • Video Mapped Buildings
      • Themed Attractions
      • Museums & Exhibitions
      • Art Installations
      • Son et lumière
      • Venues
      • Stadiums & Sports
      • Retail
      • Hospitality
      • Residential
      • Healthcare
      • Places of Worship
    • Features
      • Intelligent Programming
      • Extensive Fixture Support
      • Powerful Pixel Mapping
      • Sophisticated Triggering
      • Remote Management
      • Easy Integration
      • Endless Scalability
      • Intuitive Software
      • Extreme Reliability
  • Products
    • Controllers
      • LPC Family
        • LPC (Lighting Playback Controller)
        • LPC X
        • TPC (Touch Panel Controller)
        • TPC + EXT
      • VLC Family
        • VLC (Video Lighting Controller)
        • VLC+
      • Which controller do I need?
    • Software
      • Designer 2
      • Director
    • Pharos Cloud
    • Wall Stations
      • BPS
      • TPC (Touch Panel Controller)
      • TPS
    • Remote Devices
      • EDN
      • BPS
      • RIO
      • RIO A (AUDIO)
      • RIO D (DALI)
    • Accessories
      • SDI
      • CVD / CCD
      • EXT
      • POE
      • RDM
  • Showcase
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      • Document Archive
    • Resources
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