Riva 80

Also planning on a suggestion of moving the projector up flush with the drop ceiling and brining it towards the screen about 10'.
Its currently an older model projector and its 24' from the screen.

Cant go wrong with a few sets of the riva 80's and about 4-6 design spot 250's and we even have them in a white case to help them blend in to your celing. my two watts. you could even get white truss.

also what were you considering for a controller? i recommend Compu Live 1024EC. but that is just me. lol. sincerely,

Just realized what a noob I am. Posted in Moving Heads section.. MODs feel free to put me where I belong if needed.


Thanks James. Had some of the guys at the LAB (pro sound web) direct me to you here on the forum.

The music store I sub-contact under just spoke with Elation at the NAMM show but I doubt any dealership agreement was finalized. But, I have 2 churches needing theatrical style lighting installs by Easter so I gotta get this stuff moving FAST!

Any primers or how-to's on mounting/rigging (when not using truss), suggestions on getting electricity to each fixture, (saw your links for more info on DMX512), etc?

I was already leaning towards the spot 250s but aren't there an awful lot of threads with issues on those lights?

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Originally posted by jingles:
also what were you considering for a controller? i recommend Compu Live 1024EC. but that is just me. lol. sincerely,

Hey James -
Yes, considering laptop or desktop computer for each Church this time around for ease of programming.
Neither facility has ever used more than a light switch and a dimmer, so I hope by them NOT having experience, that the software is the easier route to go.

The church in the pic above wants key light/features on the pulpit mainly. Then they want to be able to feature the orchestra pit (drums,bass,guitar - keyboard,piano - choir)
Praise singers are just infront of the band.

For weddings I think the moving heads can be dimmed a bit and aimed down on the carpeted floor in front of the pulpit.

Other than those simple presets, they might want a gobo with a dove, cross, church logo, snowflake, etc from time to time.

(on the other hand, the pastor thinks he will host plays in this room from time to time and wants even more flex in the light show.)

So If budget allows, I may put 5 or 6 sets of those Riva 80 lights in over the stage and another 2 or 4 moving heads out front.
Gotta get the drop ceiling guys to build me 2 angled truss areas for hiding lights..

Well once you get all this stuff and need help with Compu Live hit me up im the support contact for the software. would also love to go and program for ya but, probably not too feasible.

more of an angled view.

I plan on removing the existing cans over the stage. That way these Riva 80 cans can be used as stage lighting and also will have a preset where they are as white as they will go and can be used as rehearsal/work lights.

If they shine well at that height, the pastor wants another dozen sets over the sanctuary this summer.

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Originally posted by jingles:
Well once you get all this stuff and need help with Compu Live hit me up im the support contact for the software. would also love to go and progrma for ya but, probably not too feasible.

Yes, I've read a few posts here already where you were able to walk them thru step by step - Sure I'll need some of that on site assistance in a few weeks if you are still game for it! HAHA!

Shame you are frozen in up north or I'd buy ya a beer or 6 and have you program it for us -
Keep ya posted and THANKS
Rain

LOL sure thing! im willing to travel!! lol

Have I hit a snag here?

CONTROL FEATURES
• Must use Pixel Drive X
• Maximum 8 pods per controller

Riva 80 system - will I be able to tie each set of 8 into Compu Live 1024EC?


http://www.elationlighting.com/product.asp?ProductIDNumber=1210&cat=Alkalite

Yes. have no fear you run your DMX through the pixel drives much kinda like a dimmer pack if you will but more suited for the rivas. you will still have all the control you need. for each set of 8 you get you will get a pixel drive with it. they are sold as a set of 8 anyways but you can purchase more individual pods as well as pixel drives. understand?

false alarm -
just RTFM and see that the entire system can be controlled via DMX512

do you need any info about an elation rep in your area?

yes please (zip 39532)

Also, is there a section for posting pics and snagging suggestions on what lighting could be used and how it could be mounted in an install situation?
Would love your opinion on another Church I'm working with!

OK i can get those to you first thing in the morning. also i am a mod here and the post can stay here its ok. lol. also what links for more info on DMX? i don't remember. lol sorry read the first few post kinda fast.
you can make a new thread in the general section if you want. ill be up for a while so i will look for it. lol.

Think it was you who posted these:

http://www.alia.com.au/links/dmx-faq.htm#3

http://www.dmx512.com/web/light/dmx512/index.htm

Probably. i have done a lot here. just look at my post count! lol

Hey rain. one of my bosses recommends this fixture from acclaim LEDs another one of our comapany's.
http://www.acclaimlighting.com/uploads/X-EYE_-HP_acclaim_lighting.pdf
check it out. cause we are not sure if the rivas will wash the stage like you want.

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Originally posted by jingles:
Hey rain. one of my bosses recommends this fixture from acclaim LEDs another one of our comapany's.
http://www.acclaimlighting.com/uploads/X-EYE_-HP_acclaim_lighting.pdf
check it out. cause we are not sure if the rivas will wash the stage like you want.

Those seem to be 4x brighter at 4meters - am I close to being right?

sounds like a good guess to me. lol. you like em?

also the HPs will definetly be brighter as they are 1 watt LEDs versus the smaller led bulbs in the rivas.

I may have overlooked it - Where can I find pricing on them? (the acclaim lights)

those HP's are listed at 400 each. but you should really try to get ahold of mike or an elation rep from the number i gave you. ok? u got those dimensions? ill be up late tonight too lol.

Yes, heard back from Mike immediately. -

"Your best bet at this point is to contact your local rep who can help you with all the info you need..."

Either Tony or I will give jeff mathis a hollar per your email, James - Thanks!

No problem. let me know how it goes.

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Originally posted by jingles:
No problem. let me know how it goes.

Tony left him voice mail.
No call back as of today.

Hear he is doing a demonstration in jennings,LA on Tuesday. May try to crash that!

Hey Rain,
I installed 32 of these Rivas in a bar (4 sets). They work great and look good. I will try to find you some pics.

butter rain had decided to go with DLED 36's. but i want to see the pics.

Butter.. you need to send me the Riva pics..

I'm a Riva fanatic myself... I think those always look good no matter where you install them.

john at Elationlighting dot com

Best regards,

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Originally posted by djbutter22:
Hey Rain,
I installed 32 of these Rivas in a bar (4 sets). They work great and look good. I will try to find you some pics.

I wanna see em!
Have a small church (stage may be 10' across and drop ceiling is 9' high) that I think a Riva system would be PERFECT for.

About to send them pricing info this week.

Thanks
Rain

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Originally posted by djbutter22:
Hey Rain,
I installed 32 of these Rivas in a bar (4 sets). They work great and look good. I will try to find you some pics.

Ever find those pics?