Etc manufactures a range of equipment to meet the diverse needs of customers worldwide. Used, second hand high end systems hog 4 lighting control desk. Wholehog 3 offers programmers significant advances in console technology, whether youre using conventional, automated or digital lighting products. Flying pig systems wholehog ii 2 lighting system with. High end systems we innovate and create the lighting products and control. Click on the universe you wish to unpatch it will be a light blue color. In todays lighting world, there are so many different and diverse consoles to choose from, and there is no best console out there no matter what some people may say on lighting forums.
All high end systems manuals, diagrams and software are being. Hog pc offers powerful programming and playback tools in a portable system. It runs the same software as all the other hogs and even comes with artnet and citp capabilities. It ships with a dp2000 which is a 4 universe ethernet node. There are many free and commercial software packages available and by selecting artnet or sacn as your dmx device compatibility. I have done a site search but couldnt find much on where you can download the software from. What do i need to know about software based lighting. The wholehog 3 represents the contemporary evolution of a worldrenowned lighting console legacy. If they do not match, the console will prompt you to upgrade the dp to match the desk. With flying pig systems hog pcwhich transfers many of the wholehog ii lighting consoles functions to a personal computeryour light show can travel with you. All around the world, wholehog control software is.
It has a refined and sophisticated presence thats unmistakable. Wholehog iii owners may register for free wysiwyg dongles. I would say that you should get an xkeys and use the hog layout to do your programming, it helps alot. Wired and wireless networking ability with multiple hog 3pc computers, hog ipc and wholehog 3 console systems hog 3pc software is standard operating system. Hedgehog 4 is the littlest of the range and still packs quite a punch. Flying pig systems wholehog 2 lighting console gearsource. Once your dp is connected and the show is launched, the console will check the dps software version. The software doesnt seem to slow down the computer at all cant tell you the specs of our comp, but its pretty good. Due to the extendibility of adding wings, widgets and dp8000, the full boar 4 console is as universal applicable as the hog 4.
Some desks like this are showxpress, dmxis, and dpro. Wholehog 2 light console with caseexpansion board with case2 board lightsmouse and keyboard with adaptors2 power cables5 pin dmx cableinstruction manual 293040763494. Allowing full expansion in a compact package not only does this hog pack an enormous punch but it is also the most affordable hog console in a generation. This is something that is appearing more and more on consoles. Whole hog iii console all high end systems manuals, diagrams and software are being pulled directly from the high end website. The truth is, even if there was a best console that was the very best for everyone, it probably wouldnt be.
Wholehog consoles were built by hand by nick while tom continued the software development. You can also add usb wigets, such as the superwiget if you so choose. To get more information on etc consoles products, contact an etc authorized dealer near you. The muchanticipated, longawaited flying pig systems wholehog iii console is now shipping with version 1. Replacing the much loved wholehog iii, it embraces the latest technology, while retaining the. High end systems wholehog iii lighting console gearwise. It uses the same high quality controls as found in the hog 4 range of consoles, ensuring responsive and reliable operation. The hog 4, full boar 4, road hog 4 and hog 4 pc software all benefit from the additional playback hardware the playback wing 4 offers. Wholehog 3 general discussion high end systems forums. This tutorial is applicable to the wholehog 3 and wholehog 4 consoles. Hog 4 pc brings the functionality of hog 4 lighting consoles to your personal computer, allowing you to view and edit hog 4 os show files. The first show using the wholehog was the following july and the console was released at plasa 1992 and in production shortly afterwards.
Since the release of wholehog iii operating software version 1. High end systems road hog 4 lighting control console. The full boar 4 with all the power of the hog 4 in a more compact package, also comes with the latest hardware features like solid state harddisk, multitouchscreens and motorized faders. When purchasing a touchscreen for your wholehog console, check the list of. If youve used a hog console before, you know how it is, fairly easy layout. Lighting equipment rentals rigging equipment rentals warehouse storage las. This is a lighting console that is written just for the pc version, and doesnt have a flagship desk that it is modeled after. Replacing the wholehog iii, it embraces the latest technology, while retaining the hogs familiar control surface. The wholehog expansion wing provides additional playback capabilities for the wholehog 3 console, hog ipc console, road hog consoles or hog 3pc software. It uses the same high quality controls as found on the wholehog 3 console, ensuring responsive and reliable operation. High end systems hog consoles pioneered the world of large scale automated lighting control.
Replacing the much loved wholehog iii, it embraces the latest technology. The road hog 4 lighting control console allows full expansion in a compact package, packing an enormous punch in an affordable package. High end systems hog 4 control console in road case with. Looking for a used, new, secondhand or exhire wholehog iii. Designed for small to mid level shows, it is compact, lightweight and easy to take on a plane. Coupled with hog 4 pc, the nano hog 4 provides the user with a single unified. For supreme scalability, the console provides two monitor outputs, keyboard and mouse ports, midi input and output. The wholehog iis powerful features and simple operating system easily handle everything from refined theatrical to rock and roll. Two internal 17inch wide screen touch displays, motorized faders, a dedicated grand master, dedicated intensity and rate wheels, a third central touch screen. All high end systems manuals, diagrams and software are being pulled directly from the high end website. This tutorial uses esp vision as an example, but there are a variety of visualizer programs you can connect to. Road hog full boar console all high end systems manuals, diagrams and software are being pulled directly from the high end website. Users will be able to walk up to the hog 4 lighting desk and start programming without having to learn a whole new interface.
Building on our user friendly and intuitive gui based software, the hog 4 line is built. Backward compatible with hog 2pc software for maximum flexibility some specifications or features may not be available when using hog 2pc version supports third monitor or touch screen. High end systems wholehog 3 dp2000 dmx processor whole. This new version of wysiwyg connects directly to the wholehog iii system via ethernet. Connect the widget or superwidget to the console roadhog full boar, hog ipc or hog3pc on your. High end systems we innovate and create the lighting products and control systems that illuminate some of the world\s biggest artists on the largest stages, as well as film and television studios, cruise ships, corporate events, theme parks, churches, restaurants and retail spaces. With the perfect blend of style and function, the wholehog 3 console stands at the top of the wholehog line as a leader for all types of productions. It is a nifty software that has gotten us to help others out. The road hog 4 features a market leading 22 multi touch display in a compact package, with networking and artnet outputs. High end wholehog iii expansion wing rock wing main. The hog 4 is the flagship in our newest range of consoles. Replacing the much loved wholehog iii, it embraces the latest technology, while retaining the hogs familiar control surface.
Whole hog iii with the perfect blend of style and function, the wholehog 3 console stands at the top of the wholehog line as a leader for all types of productions. Dmx software, lighting control windows, mac, ios, android. A software upgrade will upgrade the wholehog os without reformatting your hard. High end systems hog4 lighting console with 16 universes of. Some graphics will appear slightly differently between the two series of consoles. Used, second hand high end systems hog 3 console of the best quality on the second hand market. With over 25 years of experience, our deals are the best around. Create your own fixtures and control through the internal console or direct artnet input. Hog 4 lighting desk is the flagship in highend systems newest range of consoles.
As you get along and become familiar with other 3d software, we hope that you keep in mind realizzer for your future projects. Unlock hog 4 pc as a budgetfriendly standalone controller by adding a hoglet 4, usb widgets, or an etcnomad usb key. Running on linux, it is fast, stable and ready to hog. Used, second hand high end systems hog 3 lighting console. For supreme scalability, the console provides two monitor outputs, keyboard and mouse ports, midi input and output ports, two usb ports, fast ethernet on a rugged neutrik ethercon connector, and. Hog 4 operating system software for seamless compatibility and total control of your show. The first type of software lighting console is the simple, software only lighting console.
Dmxking usb dmx and edmx hardware is designed for use with computer based show control software. This delivery follows the placement of several beta consoles throughout. Users will be able to walk up to the hog 4 and start programming without having to learn a whole new interface. In the displays tab of the control panel, click the enabled button under the. Flying pig systems ships wholehog iii console live design. Wholehog iii consoles and dp2000 dmx processing units were passed through high end systems austin quality control before being shipped to their various beta test locations nationwide. The grand ma and whole hog iii desks are, at the time of writing, popular moving light consoles.