LIGHTING CONTROL ENGINE

Designed to control large and complex projects, the Lighting Control Engine (LCE) is a high-performance server with the e:cue Software Suite installed. A central control unit, this versatile Lighting Control Server orchestrates all devices and fixtures within a project. With the ability to output DMX/RDM, e:net, and other protocols such as Art-Net and KiNET, and the capability to integrate various audio/video, external triggering, and other desired devices and content, the LCE is the ultimate solution for the most demanding projects. A built-in touch screen monitor housed on the front panel of the attractive, durable aluminum casing provides user interaction with custom graphic user interface designs. The LCE can be mounted in a 19” rack.

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Technical Specification

Item-No.	EN.LC.9000000
Dimensions mm / inch (W x H x D)	504.5 x 487 x 132.4 mm / 19.86 x 19.17 x 5.21 inch
Weight kg / lbs	12 kg / 26.45 lbs
Power	100-240V AC, 600W
Operating / Storage Temp. °C / °F	0° - 35° C / 32° - 99° F
Operating / Storage Hum.	10-80% non-condensing
Environment	IP20
Housing	Steel with aluminium
Mounting	Desktop, 19“
Certifications	CE

User Interface	Touch screen, Keyboard/Mouse (optional)
Operating system	Windows 7™ Ultimate
System link	2x e:net (RJ45 Ethernet)
Output	2x DMX (XLR5-Pin), 2x RS232 (D-Sub9), Midi, 1x DVI, Audio
Input	Video, 1x DMX (XLR5-Pin), 1x RS232 (D-Sub9), Midi, 16x Dry contact (screw term.)
Display	XGA (1024x768)
Data Storage	2x >250GB Harddisk (RAID 1)

Key Features

Built-in touch screen for user control and monitoring
Use the touch screen monitor for customized graphical User Interfaces (see Action Pad feature in software section), including pictures, buttons, and faders with various colors, shapes, and patterns. This screen can also be used for monitoring lighting installation parameters and status of various devices in a lighting control system.
Equipped with e:cue’s Lighting Application Suite
The LCE is pre-installed with the full e:cue software suite and a built-in license key, running Windows 7™ operating system to ensure compatibility and reliability.
Orchestrates all fixtures, devices, technologies and media
As a central control unit, this versatile lighting control server synchronizes all e:cue and external devices as well as lighting fixtures within a project, including integration of various technologies and media content.
Reliable uninterrupted operation
The LCE is designed to work without interruption ensuring permanent installations run smoothly. It is used in many projects around the world where reliability is critical. Additional LCEs can be configured to back up the master LCE to run the complete installation in the event of failure. Both LCEs are synchronized; the backup LCE takes over from where the main LCE was interrupted.
Outputs a variety of Ethernet-based protocols
Apart from directly outputting DMX, e:net, Art-Net/KiNET, the LCE can also communicate via RDM using the Butler XT as an interface.
Numerous triggering options
Integrate various technologies and devices for triggering and external control via RS232, DMX, MIDI, Ethernet (UDP), SMPTE Timecode, and digital dry contact inputs. Furthermore, the lighting show file running on the LCE is also triggered via a real-time astronomical clock and an integrated web server for remote control via a web browser.
Integrate media content
Easily integrate audio and video into your lighting project through audio/video files, or external media content via audio/video hardware devices. Use two media players to replay and transition between two video files.
Remotely control lighting show via LAN using a web browser
The LCE, along with the e:cue software suite installed, features a Web server which allows remote access and control through a Local Area Connection (LAN).
Synchronize sound-to-light sequences
Create dynamic lighting sequences based on sound from music or other audio source. The audio source can be an audio file or an external audio device.
Control up to 65,536 DMX channels
One of these devices can control up to 65,536 DMX channels, equivalent to individual control

Downloads

	e:cue Product Catalogue 2010		3 M
	e:cue Product Brochure 2010 8 Pages Product Brochure from 2010		360 K
	e:cue Product Brochure 2010 - French 8 Pages Product Brochure from 2010		380 K
	e:cue Product Brochure 2010 - Japanese 8 Pages Product Brochure from 2010		3 M
	Lighting Control Engine Data Sheet Version 2.2 Including technical drawings.		229 K
	Lighting Control Engine Data Sheet - Deutsch Version 2.2 Enthält technische Zeichnungen.		224 K
	Lighting Control Engine - Educational Presentation		427 K