Elation has taken the long-throw performance of its Proteus Brutus LED Wash FX fixture and optimized it for followspot applications in the new Proteus Brutus FS.
“The Proteus Brutus FS integrates seamlessly with various followspot systems on the market and delivers exceptional brightness and color quality over long distances,” according to the announcement. “Whether equipped with a camera or not, beam-shaping gobos, iris, wide zoom range, and handle options are some of the refined features that make this powerful fixture an excellent choice for followspot applications in any environment.”
“With the power to cut through at great distances, the Proteus Brutus is used for wash and effect lighting on some of our industry’s largest shows and events. But it is also often utilized as a followspot, so it was a natural evolution to create a version specifically optimized for that purpose,” says Matthias Hinrichs, Product Manager at Elation. “By keeping its key features—like the powerful output and weatherproof rating—and tailoring it for followspot applications, and with improved color fidelity, the Proteus Brutus FS delivers exceptional precision, power and performance.”
This purpose-built fixture is designed for any indoor or outdoor application with smooth operation, flexible color control, and output for medium- to long-throw followspot applications. It can be operated manually with removable handles or controlled remotely through various automated tracking systems on the market.
The Proteus Brutus FS features a removable IP66-rated camera housing, allowing users to attach commonly used POE or SDI cameras. Cables and a variety of camera connections are integrated into the chassis for easy customization and several data and low voltage power connection options are provided for uncomplicated integration. For applications that don’t require a camera, the housing can be removed while retaining the fixture's IP66 rating.
Other Defining Features of the Proteus Brutus FS:
- Powered by a 1200W LED engine, the Proteus Brutus FS delivers up to 16,000 lux (1,470 fc) of center intensity at 20 meters, with selectable long throw and ultra-long throw beam modes.
- Advanced CMY color mixing and variable CTO allow smooth color blending and transitions. Add a variable CRI filter that is adjustable from 70 to 90, and the Proteus Brutus FS offers the color control necessary for followspot use.
- With a zoom range of 3° to 35°, beam control is precise and versatile, with the power to cut through at great distances. The zoom, focus and iris are all optimized for the unique requirements of followspots, and a variable frost adds further beam manipulation.
- Five rotating, indexable gobos for texture projection is included, and the fixture comes preloaded with various beam-shaping images. Smooth, stepless dimming is enabled through variable 16-bit dimming curves, and a high-speed electronic shutter and strobe can be engaged for further impression.
Built to perform in any environment, the Proteus Brutus FS’s fully dust and waterproof IP66-rated design for any indoor application or the challenges of outdoor shows.
