Obsidian Control Systems is introducing a host of new releases that include several new lighting control products under the Onyx lighting control platform. The new NX1 is a portable yet full-featured lighting console that offers the complete Onyx experience in an ultra-compact package. Obsidian is also introducing a compact, motorized fader wing, the NX P, as well as a small USB-powered control surface for Onyx, the NX K, both companions to the NX1 console. The latest developments in the Onyx platform include NDI video input connectivity to new fixture parameter configuration options.
NX1: The NX1 is a portable yet full-featured lighting console running Obsidian’s Onyx platform. Utilizing the full Onyx Operating System, the NX1 offers a slate of professional features like a high-brightness 10.1" HD multi-touch screen; 4 assignable parameter encoders; 10 full motorized playbacks with four freely assignable buttons plus an extra playback and function key hybrid array. A dedicated Master Go section rounds out the front panel design.
“The latest in industrial components allows for fast boot times, instant operation and the ability to process 8 Universes right inside the console,” according to the announcement. With four DMX ports, a Gigabit network port for up to 8 Universes of Art-Net, sACN plus the Onyx X-Net protocol, the NX 1 is designed for a wide variety of shows and applications. One additional touch monitor is supported for more direct access at any time. The NX1 is expandable with the dedicated NX K keypad and the NX P motorized playback wing. A magnetic alignment system allows attachment on any side of the NX1.
NX P: The NX P is a compact, motorized fader wing for the Onyx platform. The custom expansion for any Onyx 1 console and Onyx PC systems, it replicates the full playback section of the NX1. Four integrated DMX ports provide instant connectivity to the lighting system. Multiple NX P wings can be connected to any Onyx console or PC system, expanding direct access with 20 playbacks at a time. The flexible button array can be mapped to playback control or function keys. The NX P replicates the layout and all functionality of the NX1 and NX4 console surfaces so all operation is designed to be seamless and intuitive. A magnetic alignment system allows attachment on any side of the NX1 console or NX K command pad.
NX K: The NX K is a small USB-powered control surface for Onyx. A companion for the NX1 console and Onyx PC systems, it replicates the full keypad and command section of larger consoles. Four encoders complete the programming experience, which is designed for fast and direct parameter access. A magnetic alignment system allows attachment on any side of the NX1 console or NX P motorized fader wing.
NETRON EP2: The Netron EP2 is an Ethernet to DMX gateway solution for the professional lighting and AV markets. Part of the Netron family of EtherDMX nodes, it offers a solution for any type of system and is designed to have rugged hardware and a flexible configuration.
NETRON DMX 10: The Netron DMX10 is a flexible, rackmount, 10-port DMX splitter with dual inputs and freely assignable XLR DMX outputs. Available with 5-pin XLR connectors or as a 3-pin unit, the DMX10 is designed to be easy to configure and suited for installations and live event applications that do not require RDM communication. It was created as a solution for simpler systems that require rugged hardware, flexible configuration and reliable DMX traffic management at an affordable price point.
All of these products will be displayed at the upcoming Pro Lighting + Sound conference in Frankfurt, Germany, April 26-29, 2022.
