DigiSynth 3.x Lasershow Software

DigiSynth has been developed while in use by professional laser show producers. It has endured the rigorous trials of production, which has helped to shape it into the powerful tool that it is today. With features that allow the user to create a wider range of performable abstracts than ever before, you can create more content faster and easier.

Real-Time image synthesis is just the beginning. There are many more advancements on the horizon, but we decided to tackle the tough parts first. It wasn't easy to make DigiSynth, or the GUI framework it uses, but the results are spectacular. We did the hard work for you, so that you can make more complex imagery easier than ever. At this time DigiSynth consists of the following major components, with other built-in utilities that enhance the user's experience.

Patch Editor - This is the primary tool for for creating dynamic, controllable abstracts and beam effects and for manipulating imported frames within a node-based editor. With over 70 unique components ranging from Amplifiers to Z-Rotators, users can connect virtual wires between the inputs and outputs of these components to create stunning new imagery in a nearly infinite combination of possible patches. When creating imagery in DigiSynth, The Patch Editor is at the heart of the operation.

Timeline - DigiSynth includes a unique interface for synchronizing laser imagery to music. Modifiers can be applied to the patches and frames, and customized to enhance the results of performances (human interaction) captured with external MIDI faders. Version 3 now allows multiple images to be projected simultaneously, while giving the user full control over when the jumps between images happen. This makes use of the Blanking Injector to provide a very clean transition between multiple images.

DigiLive - Live performance is a big part of the laser industry. Live performance of screen or beam imagery in DigiSynth isn't limited to just selecting each image, but also includes the ability to use control surfaces like the BCF2000 to actually perform the imagery, which makes it even more... live. DigiSynth comes with a library of screen and beam imagery.

Compatibility:

DigiSynth is currently written for use on a PC running a Windows operating system. We have successfully run DigiSynth on XP, Vista, and Windows 7. Our current favorite is the core i7 processor from Intel, but most dual core systems will be up for the challenge. It is recommended that the PC should also have a decent video card. Our interface exists within OpenGL, so systems that are great at gaming should perform admirably when running DigiSynth.

Required Accessories:

To operate DigiSynth with output to a laser projector, there are some minimum required accessories that must be used. These are off-the-shelf 3rd-party devices that we have found to be quite useful.

A lightpipe output device - Typically a professional quality sound card with ADAT optical output, or 1394 device such as the M-Audio Profire Lightbridge. Most lightpipe cards and devices are ASIO compatible, and therefore will work with DigiSynth. Many cards offer a "Toslink" optical jack, although they are physically identical, this is not the same thing.

A lightpipe to analog converter - Such as a modified Alesis ADAT or HD24, or even better, our Optical Showlink Transcoder for an ILDA compatible input and output, as well as MIDI, DMX, and audio, with integrated geometric correction and gain/offset adjustments.

A MIDI control surface - Recommended for production and live performance, the Behringer BCF2000 is our current favorite with 8 flying faders, 8 rotary encoders, and 20 buttons. DigiSynth is also compatible with X-Keys for added performability.

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Optical Showlink Transcoder Gen 3

The Transcoder is an integral part of a professional DigiSynth system. More than an output device, the Transcoder can simultaneously convert ADAT optical to ILDA-compatible analog signals, audio, DMX, Midi, and encode a second set of those signals back to optical. A built in geometric correction utility allows the user to adapt the geometry of the analog outputs to compensate for challenging projection angles and screen configurations. There are also User Presets for added flexibility.

The 1U rack mountable device is light-weight and portable, and can be controlled remotely via serial interface. There are over 60 units in operation, and those who use them love them. The transcoder is a great way to connect your older ILDA-compatible devices and import them to DigiSynth for further production enhancements or real-time performance.

The third generation of our popular signal converter is more powerful and popular than ever.

Suggested uses:

• Provide geometric and color correction for ADAT style sources, eliminating PCs from playback-only installations.
• Record ILDA-Compatible analog signals to an ADAT or Hard Drive recorder such as the Alesis HD24 or Fostex D2424
• Eliminate ground loops and long DB25 cables by sending signals across an inexpensive optical cable.
• Access presets for multiple correction profiles from various source materials or for desired projection devices.
• Sub-encoding of additional channels to get X,Y,R,G,B, U1, U2, U3, DMX, Midi, Shutter, L&R Audio all on 8 channels and backwards compliant with existing ADAT standards.

DigiSynth and the Transcoder is a powerful combination. We offer special pricing for purchasing both items together.

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TL/ST-10 Long-Haul Fiber Converter

Sometimes you ned to send a signal really far. These great little converters will turn your lightpipe signals into a more robust signal that can be carried up to 4km on multimode fiber. Our clients have found this to be especially helpful in theme parks and other large venues, where distance is a factor. This allows show control to be located in a command center, while broadcasting data to remote projection systems. Paired with the Transcoder, your shows will look better than ever and ground loops will be a distant memory.

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Cadmium CC24

A 24-channel DMX to contact closure decoder featuring individually addressable channels and trigger values, built-in test modes, normally open/close/common for each channel, as well as removable euroblock. Closure contacts are rated for 5A.

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