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Intuitive Software

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Intuitive Software

INTUITIVE | EASY TO USE | POWERFUL | FREE TO DOWNLOAD | MAC AND WINDOWS | TRAINING | TUTORIALS

Pharos software is straightforward to use and is free. You don’t need a dongle, a specialised toolkit or a coding degree. We offer great flexibility with a single software solution, perfectly complementing the range of hardware. Simple for beginners, but powerful for experts, Pharos software gives you the tools you need for your project.

Designed for you

All Pharos software – from the main Designer 2 software to companion applications such as Pharos Director – is designed with the same philosophy: making even the most complex projects as simple as possible.

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One software

The same Pharos software is used to program all Pharos systems, regardless of the hardware used. Multiple Pharos products work together as a single scalable system, making it easier than ever to program an installation of any size.

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Easy for beginners

Our simple graphical user interface with logical tab-by-tab workflow, lets even inexperienced users get to work quickly. Advanced features are automatically hidden until you need them, so you can focus on the task at hand.

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Powerful for experts

Pharos software is packed with extra features for power users – from Lua scripting to data import/export – to help you squeeze every last drop of performance and flexibility from your hardware.

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Free to use

The full version of Pharos Designer 2, and companion software including Pharos Director, is available free of charge – no limited trials and no dongle is required to run the software. Built-in simulation means you can even program and preview your lighting offline, without the need for any Pharos hardware.

Always improving

We offer regular updates to our software, packed with new features, bug fixes, and minor improvements. Project files and controllers are easy to upgrade to a new software version, so you can take advantage of the improvements straight away.

Windows and Mac

All Pharos software is available as native applications for all recent versions of both Mac OS X and Windows. An Ethernet connection to the local network of your Pharos hardware is all that is required to get connected – no drivers necessary.

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Software Download

Download Windows or Mac versions of our software for free. We continually update and improve our software. Find out about the latest updates.

Learning Pharos

We offer both video tutorials and a complete user manual which is available to help you get up to speed with the Pharos software. Regular training sessions are provided free of charge at our London headquarters, with international training available on request.

Need a little extra help?

Our technical support team is ready to help with any questions you have regarding Pharos software and hardware. With staff on three continents, we are only an email or phone call away.

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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
  • Downloads
    • Software
      • Designer 2
      • Director
      • Migrating to Designer 2
      • Software Archive
      • Legacy Designer 1
    • Brochures
    • Documentation
      • Datasheets & Specifications
      • Manuals
      • Application Notes
      • Wiring Diagrams
      • Document Archive
    • Resources
      • Custom Presets
      • Custom Web Interfaces
      • Drafting Aids
      • IO Modules
      • Project Files
      • Script Examples
      • Timeline Presets
      • TPC Interface Themes
      • Web Interface Themes
  • Support
    • Online Help
    • Video Tutorials
      • Online Training
      • Designer 2 Tutorials
      • Webinars
      • Pharos Cloud Tutorials
      • Introduction to Scripting
      • Large Projects
    • Tips & Tricks
      • Designer 2 Quick Tips Videos
    • Troubleshooting & FAQ
    • Training
    • Contact Support
  • About Us
    • News
    • Upcoming Trade Shows
    • Careers
    • Stay in Touch
    • Contact Us
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