ChamSys MagicQ MQ250M, 64-universe Stadium Console

The ChamSys MagicQ MQ250M, 64-universe Stadium Console and Flight Case combines a high capacity of show control with portability for a complete on-the-go console solution. MQ250M has the ability to control up to 128 universes without any additional processing equipment with the ready-to-go MagicQ software you are already familiar with. 10 backlit and motorized faders and 10 backlit playback encoders with executors give you a lot of programming real estate in the small frame MQ250M is designed in.

Up to 128 Universes Direct from the console

On the MQ250M all universes of DMX are available direct through the network ports on the rear of the console over industry the standard lighting protocols sACN, Art-Net and Path port, without the need for additional processing nodes this console is real value for money. With its inbuilt UPS, the MQ250M is a complete 64/128 universe stand-alone all in one lighting control solution.

Motorization

Thanks to its motorized function, the playback section can be used for multiple purposes with shortcut buttons to change the function. With 10 motorized faders and 10 playback encoders per bank, and up to six banks, a total of 202 playbacks can be accessed at the touch of a button.

In keeping with its versatile design, MagicQ MQ250M supports many different fader modes enabling the playback section to be used in a wide variety of applications.

The programmer modes give access to intensities for each patched fixture, to intensities of groups of fixtures or to individual channels of a fixture. The selected modes enable instant access to the intensities or channels of the currently selected fixtures.

The master modes provide instant master control of individual fixtures or groups of fixtures without having to pre-program masters – ideal for those live moments when lights are flaring in cameras or key lights need modifying. The dual 100mm crossfade faders together with the prominently placed large GO and BACK buttons provide the ultimate theatre control experience.

Playback Encoders

Playback encoders take live operation to new heights. A multi array of different functions can be assigned to the playback encoders with full leg ending directly above on the display presenting the current function to the user. The playback encoders can be set to controlling intensity, LTP channels, FX size, FX speed, rate and time. Playback encoders can control cue stacks of their own, or be tied to the fader playback below, or even control a whole bank of playbacks, or a whole page of playbacks.

Illumination & Customization

The MQ250M lights the way with backlit keys, illuminated fader tracks and encoders. Together with the new updated graphics this takes MagicQ to a whole new level of customization giving Lighting Designers freedom to visibly configure the console for their needs.

Each playback fader track & playback encoder top has full RGB illumination enabling its function to be clearly indicated. Users can select standard functions or customize each Cue Stack individually – for example to separate the main cues from bump cues.

Compatibility

The MagicQ MQ250M is built on the proven reliable stadium software which has excelled on shows with thousands of fixtures. Show files are fully compatible between MQ500M, Stadium Connect and all other ChamSys consoles making it easy to move between consoles. Unique to ChamSys, show files are both forwards and backwards compatible so no need to worry about software versions.

Product Specifications:

Hardware Specifications:

Universes direct from the console (via Artnet/sACN/Path port): 64 expandable to 128

Direct DMX Outputs: 4

Motorized Playbacks: 10

Encoder Playbacks: 10

Total no of Playbacks: 20 (10+10)

Dual Cross Faders: Yes

Attribute Encoders: 8

Backlit Keys: Yes

Illuminated Playback/Encoders with RGB control: Yes

Intensity Wheel: 1

Network Ports: 4

Inbuilt 15″ HD Multi-Touch Displays: 1

Inbuilt Attribute/Execute display: 1

External Monitor up to 1920×1200 Resolution – Display Port: 1

USB Ports, including 2 High Power USBs: 6

Audio Input (1 channel, 7 band): Yes

Audio Input Sound to Light: Yes

Audio Output: Yes

MIDI Ports 1 in and out: Yes

LTC Timecode Ports in and out: Yes

10Scene Port: 1

Inbuilt UPS: Yes, uses 12v Lead-Acid Battery

Power Input, Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 110 to 240 VAC

Software Specifications:

Max Number of DMX Channels: 32,768 *expandable to 65,536

Max Number of Fixtures Supported: 32,768 *expandable to 65,536

Max Number of Cues: 5000

Max Number of Cue Stacks: 2000

Max Number of Groups: 5000

Max Number of Palettes: 4096

Number of Media Server Layers Supported: 50 (each different content)

Numbers of Shows: Virtually unlimited (500GB SSD)

Included Accessories:

Dual Color Desk lights: 2

Dust cover: 1

Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 Power Cable: 1

Display port to HDMI Cable: 1

Flight Cased Weights and Dimensions:

Width: 810mm (31.9 inches)

Depth: 530mm (20.9 inches)

Height: 320mm (12.6 inches)

Weight (console in flight case): 26kg (57.3lbs)

Console Weights and Dimensions:

Width: 680mm (26.7″)

Depth: 416mm (16.3″)

Height: 159mm (6.25″)

Weight: 13kg (28.6lbs)