Wholehog II

Just because a light show is complicated doesn't mean programming it has to be.

Why not use a controller that makes life easy?

COMPLETE CONTROL OF ALL MOVING & CONVENTIONAL LIGHTS

LIGHTING CONTROL WORKSTATION

FLYING PIG SYSTEMS

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It seamlessly integrates control of all moving and conventional lighting, making any moving light as easy to control as a dimmer.

The WHOLEHOG II's powerful features and simple operating system easily handle everything from refined theatrical shows to chaotic television or concert events. That's why the WHOLEHOG II has

become the world's most popular lighting console.

Cutting-edge software is backed up by a robust hardware design to give maximum power and reliability in one compact console. Windows-based touch screens let users configure the console to

fit their operating style. So no matter what type of show, the WHOLEHOG II has the flexibility to do it all.

THE WHOLEHOG II MAKES LIFE EASY

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WHOLEHOG IIZZT a k e t h e p a i n o u t o f p r o g r a m m i n g

Two touch-sensitive screensgive immediate access to anyfeature: fixtures, groups, posi-tions or palettes. WHOLEHOGII uses words, not numbers,making it easy to understandand use. At a glance, thescreens show information inclear language—for instance,Gobos in Blue directedDownstage.

Any attribute, such as mixingcolor or setting pan and tilt,may be modified effortlesslywith the parameter wheels.Select as many lights as youwant—even different types—and simultaneously controlthem on the wheels. Or usethe keypad and function buttons to access fixtures,enter levels and times, and edit cues or palettes.

FEEL AT HOMETheatrical designers willinstantly feel at home on theWHOLEHOG II. Using familiarkeystrokes, conventional light-ing is programmed as easily ason traditional theatre consoles.However, unlike conventionaldesks, the WHOLEHOG II’s rev-olutionary programming system sets the benchmark for controlling moving lights.One-touch programming—with useful short-cuts and a library of prepared effects—means you can now programas you think, while those usingthe desk for live events canquickly grab and modifygroups of lights.

SEE WHAT YOU’RE DOINGVisual displays help keep track of complex moving lights. In addition to the two in-built touch-screens, two optional externaldisplays offer more space to view numerous windows.

Configure the screens to see what’s going on quickly and easily—all the information you need is at your fingertips. Save windowarrangements on view buttons for instant recall.

Sometimes it’s easier to work on paper: print out full reports of patching, palette contents and usage, cue lists, cue contents or summaries.

GETTING STARTEDIS EASYPre-set fixture personalitiesautomatically configure the WHOLEHOG II to yourspecifications. The consoleincludes fixture personalitiesfrom all major lighting manufacturers. Just select fixtures, set their initial DMXaddress, and press theAutomenus button. YourWHOLEHOG II is now ready for action.

Programming is equallystraightforward—a range ofpowerful tools lets you selectand group fixtures, set theirparameters, and record theminto cues. It doesn’t matterwhether you’re controlling a Vari-Lite® or a Cyberlight,®

the console is programmedusing the same simple programming method.

Cue List Window

EXTERNALDISPLAYS

TOUCHSCREENS

PLAYBACKMASTERS

PARAMETER WHEELS

KEYPAD

EFFECTS ENGINE™

Creatinginterestinglight move-ment usu-ally meanslong and repetitiveprogramming. WHOLEHOG II’sEffects Engine™ revolutionizesthis process, making program-ming faster and easier for theoperator. Real-time manipula-tion allows quick experimenta-tion and refinement to get theexact effect before recording.

This sophisticated softwareallows you to select any effectsuch as a circle, rainbow, bally-hoo or iris chase at the press ofa button. Adjust speed, size,colour and intensity instantly,and then record a cue just likenormal programming. You caneven cross-fade effects fromone cue to another.

If the built-in effects aren’t suf-ficient, use the Effects EngineEditor to create custom effectsand save them for future use.

CONNECTIVITYThe WHOLEHOG II also workswith other consoles and equip-ment to save time and money.Unparalleled connectivitymakes the WHOLEHOG II themost flexible console on themarket today.

Cues, cue lists, effects andpalettes can be copied fromone WHOLEHOG II to another,allowing shows programmedon multiple consoles to beplayed back on one. TheWHOLEHOG II can also com-municate with other types ofequipment – besides using theDMX input control to playbackfrom another board, the con-sole also features MIDI Notes,MIDI Show Control and TimeCode. The DMX In port cantake "snapshots" of cues fromtraditional consoles for storingon the WHOLEHOG II.

It’s also possible to connect aStage Remote to edit cues oran Expansion Unit to increasethe number of PlaybackMasters if needed.

U n i v e r s a l C o n t r o l

DISK DRIVE

DMX INKEYBOARD

MOUSE

PRINTER

FOUR OUTPUTS

MIDITIMECODE

EXPANSION MONITORS

NO COMPROMISESFine-tune your light show withthe WHOLEHOG II’s unlimitedtiming options. Within a cue,every parameter of each fixturecan have its own fade anddelay times, split times, andcross-fade paths. And multiplecues can be run simultaneouslywithin a cue list and thentriggered manually orautomatically—from TimeCode or MIDI Show Control.Pre-program all timing or retainartistic freedom by controllingcrossfades manually.

The WHOLEHOG II has eight Playback Masters. Each individual master has the power of a traditionaltheatrical style console, is ableto support the mostcomplicated cue lists, and canrun individually orsimultaneously with othermasters. Masters arecompletely customizable andare organized into pages—theNext Page button cross-fadesfrom all active cues and lists tothose on the next page. To runmore cue lists, add moreMasters with an ExpansionWing or use Virtual Masters.

Buffer BoxThe Overdrive Box is Flying Pig Systems’ innovative solutionfor shows using a high number of DMX channels. Traditionallydesigners coped by using two consoles; now this small truss-mounted unit doubles the number of channels availableon each WHOLEHOG II output.

Expansion WingWhen operating unstructured shows, such as festivals or TV, quickaccess to lights is critical. The WHOLEHOG II’s Expansion Winggives 34 additional playback masters, 16 with faders attached.

Overdrive BoxThe Overdrive Box is Flying Pig Systems’ innovativesolution for shows using a high number of DMXchannels. Traditionally designers coped by using twoconsoles; now this small truss-mounted unit doublesthe number of channels available on eachWHOLEHOG II output.

A proprietary high bandwidth protocol carries dataover standard DMX cable to the Overdrive Box whichthen produces two DMX outputs. Optical isolation,automatic DMX frame store and multiple outputconnectors (2 x 5 pin and 2 x 3 pin XLR per DMX

output) further enhance the product’s performance. Witha maximum of three Overdrive Boxes per console, each

WHOLEHOG II can have up to 3584 channels. *

*The Overdrive Box increases the number of channels available on a console but not the memory. Overdrive Boxes share the console’s processor, so adding a box may decrease the console’s operating speed.

A c c e s s o r i e s

RemoteWhen it comes to focusinglights and programming pre-set positions, it’s a lotquicker if you can see whatyou’re doing. Programmingyour console on stage with the Remote makes it easy. Just connect the Remote to the expansion port on the WHOLEHOG II, select fixtures, and adjust. Edit cues,test fixtures and update focus positions.

Hog UnitThe Hog Unit is a rack-mounted playback device available for per-manent installations. Without all the hardware contained in a stan-dard console, this space-saving alternative allows playback of showsin full. Program shows on the console and run them on a Hog Unit.

Using the Real Time and astronomical clock, dictate when thingsshould happen, for example, “at 7.00pm" or "five minutes beforesunset." Or put the Hog Unit in a rack and let ittrigger your light show from eitherSMPTE or MIDI.

HogEdit™

The HogEdit™ off-line editingsoftware operates on aWindows™ PC and mimics the console’s front panel and touchscreens. This virtualconsole allows users to doeverything from patchingfixtures to programming cues.The resulting show is thentransferred to a console forplayback. This powerful toolcan dramatically increaseproductivity by allowingprogrammers to be morefocused at the show location.

A range of useful accessories help tailor the WHOLEHOG II to your own needs and budget and let you maximize console performance.

• MIDI in/through/out

• DMX input for "snapshots" orextra masters

• Tracking mode for backupconsole

Capacities • 2,048 DMX 512 channels

and dimmer channels(expandable to 3584)

• Unlimited number of simultaneous crossfades

• 48 playback Masters (including virtual Masters and expansion wing)

• Thousands of Cues, Cueparts, Cue lists, chases,effects, groups, presets,pages, macros (figures arememory dependent)

Other • All four displays can

simultaneously show differentwindows

• Windows can be sized and moved on any display as desired

• Custom configured views canbe saved and instantly recalled

• All items can be given usefulnames to simplify operation

• Multiple fixture typessimultaneously supported

• Any fixture or parameter canbe patched to any location

• User-definable system defaultsettings

• Console self-test anddiagnostic routine

• Access protection password(programming and/orplayback)

• Comprehensive fixture libraryand World Wide Websoftware/library support

Options • Expansion Wing for

additional masters

• Overdrive Boxes foradditional channels

• Stage Remote hand-heldediting tool

• Hog Unit rack-mountplayback unit

• External monitors

• External trackball/mouse

• External keyboard

• Printer

• 12V desk lamp

Programming • All types of moving lights

(including High End, Vari-Lite,Martin, Clay Paky, etc.) areprogrammed with the samenatural programminginterface.

• Editable personalities for allmajor fixture types

• Instant access to fixtures,groups, and palettes viatouch-sensitive displays

• Numerous windows givefeedback on programmingand fixture status

• Familiar command lineprogramming syntax

• Unlimited multi-part cues

• Timing spreadsheet for easyentry of parameter times

• 3D positional programmingwith XYZ coordinates

• Automated preset focusupdating with 3D system

• Effects Engine™ instantly generates complex effectsincluding rainbows and ballyhoos.

• Complete programmingmanipulation: move, copy,merge, mask, etc.

• Extensive printed report suite:timing, contents, patch, etc.

• Standard or custom profilesfor cues or individualparameters

• Comprehensive patchfeatures: profiles,proportional patching,parking, etc.

• Cue, cuelist, effect, andpalette transfer betweenconsoles

• Sophisticated macro recordingand playback capabilities

• Highlight button for focusing

• Next fixture button for quickfixture selection

• Active button instantly grabsspecified fixtures

• Snapshot function for activecues

• Intelligent blocking cues (and Unblock command)

• Track and Cue Only modes

• Blind programming mode

Playback • Each Master runs its own

Cuelist using Go, Pause/Back,Add/Swap/Bump, and Selectbuttons

• Unlimited simultaneousplayback of independent Cuelists, chases, or effects on upto 48 Masters (8 on console,remainder on Wing or Virtual)

• Cuelists are dynamicallyassigned to Masters andgrouped together on a Page.Changing Pages loads a newset of Cuelists to the Masters.

• Advanced Page features:instant changes, crossfadingbetween pages, flexible sizes,automatic holdover, activityrecall, etc.

• Custom settings for Go andFlash buttons, Cues, Cuelists,and submasters: activation,precedence (HTP or LTP),resetting, inhibitive, etc.

• Cue timing options: fade,delay, or manual (all within/out option)

• Chases have fully adjustabledirection, crossfading, andrates

• Independent timing and fade path settings for eachchannel in a Cue

• Times programmable from0.0 seconds to days

• Learn mode for times

• Loop backs within cue lists

• Go To button

• Macros and MIDI Outcommands can be included incues

• Intensity grand master andblackout button

• Instant timing overrides byCue, master, or console

Hardware • Rugged, 100% solid state

construction fully containedin console

• Four separate DMX 512 outputs

• Eight playback Masters—each able to run the mostcomplicated cue lists orchases

• High performance superscalarRISC processor

• 90-260V 40-400Hz AC twin-filtered universal inputpower supply

• DOS compatible 3.5" diskdrive for show storage andprogramming exchange

• Two external SVGA monitorssupported

• Dimensions: 668mm x 588mm x 153mm(26" x 23" x 6")

• Weight: 22 kg (48 lbs)

Connectivity • PostScript and HP compatible

printers supported

• Linear time code input(SMPTE/EBU/MIDI)

S T A N D A R D F E A T U R E S & E Q U I P M E N T

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Austin, Texas 78758 USATel: 512.836.2242Fax: 512.837.5290

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Flying Pig Systems Ltd.