In order to have show control you only need to built so called control cues, which runs in a layer. For more info see the LCedit+ tutorial (interactive multimedia shows).

Show Control with a desktop computer
The picture illustrates an example of show control setup with the iMac for semi-permanent shows and interactive applications.

With the stylish (and very affordable) iMac you won't be afraid to show the equipment you're using, ideal for interactive setups. Connect multiple LanBoxes using an Ethernet switch to the iMac if needed. Additional equipment (video disks, slide projectors, etc.) can be connected using the iMac USB bus and MIDI/serial adapters.

Hardware Ingredients...

• iMac G5, Apple Computer
• LanBox-LCX, CDS advanced technology
• DMX lighting equipment, Vari*Lite, High-End, Martin
• USB adapter(s) for RS232, MIDI, etc

Small portable setup
With a NoteBook, and a e.g. LanBox-LCE, you have a small, but powerfull setup. For space saving and portable shows, this is a very nice solution.

With this setup you can work with up to 512 DMX channels (about 20 to 50 fixtures) per LanBox. Triggers from the NoteBook (for example using the bundled LCedit+ software) and from MIDI if you are using a LanBox-LCX. Set it up in no time, run the show and get out fast, without any hassle.

You can of course expand the setup with video disks, slide projectors, smoke generators, VCR desks and what not. Connect a USB to RS232 or MIDI adapter to the NoteBook and with a show control program you can control all this and still be portable.

Hardware Ingredients...

• Portable NoteBook with Ethernet port.
• LanBox-LCE, CDS advanced technology
• DMX lighting equipment, Vari*Lite, High-End, Martin, and many others.
• DMX and power cables.

Show Control Software
There are many programs that can include a LanBox in any kind of show control. Here are some examples.

MAX, Object oriented programming environment for music and multimedia
MAX is the perfect environment for people that need maximum flexibility and are not afraid of some (visual) programming. Total control over MIDI and serial and the possibility to work with audio, MIDI, and video on the Mac or Windows XP.

Logic, MIDI sequencer
With Emagic's Logic, one of the most amazing MIDI sequencers around, you can control everything MIDI with a stunning accuracy. The environment in Logic makes it possible to do some editing and real-time override with a LanBox. If you have a MIDI setup and want to add the LanBox-LCX, consider Logic. Of course you can work with the LanBox-LCX from any MIDI sequencer.