MATRIX™ Mk II - the latest advance in dimming technology...
Launched at PLASA in September 2005, MATRIX Mk II is the result of several years' development in the field of entertainment lighting dimming systems, combined with the experience of installing new technology, low-noise dimmers in many leading theatres, concert halls and TV networks.
Created to take advantage of a new generation of technology which allowed dimmers of different ratings and dimming techniques such as sine wave to be mixed in the same installation. Now with just 44mm additional headroom, ETC has increased the density of the rack up to 162 dimmer channels. With space for up to six SCR dimming channels per module, Matrix Mk II is customizable with up to 162 x 3kW or 108 x 5kW dimmers per rack. SineWave and SCR modules are available in 3kW, 5kW or 12kW versions. With relay, non-dim, Constant Current and HMI switch options also part of the 'mix and match' selection of plug-in, hot-swap dimmer modules, Matrix Mk II is truly the most flexible system available, allowing the user to tailor their dimming precisely to their power control needs.
With the flexibility of Matrix Mk II, no matter what type of load is being used, or how many different types of fixtures are being used in the same rig, all loads will dim with the same visual curve, thanks to dynamic load sensing which matches dimming curves for high and low wattage loads. Matrix systems have always encompassed the benefits of sine wave dimming, including completely silent lamp filaments and lower running costs. Now Matrix Mk II offers even better efficiency, up to 98%, so now there's even less heat and less wasted power.
With the addition of a web browser configuration tool for simple and fast configuration changes, Matrix Mk II also incorporates ETC's DimSTAT reporting software with dynamic load sensing and curve-correction options and instant diagnosis of dimmer faults.
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Matrix MkII Application Sheet - Deutsch