PC-based Control for Stage and Show Technology

PC- and EtherCAT-based control technology – the universal platform for all systems

The universal Beckhoff control technology for mechanical engineering and building automation is also ideal for use in stage and show technology on account of its open interfaces. The basis for this is PC-based control and EtherCAT, the Ethernet-based real-time fieldbus.

News
PC Control article: World class concert acoustics with Beckhoff automation technology
PC Control article: Precise flying effects with PC-based Control
News: DMX interface for lighting and stage equipment
PC Control article: Complete servo drive in a compact EtherCAT Terminal
PC Control article: Schauspielhaus Nürnberg: Complex stage and theatre technology

Applications & Solutions

Solutions

Solutions: The Beckhoff product range provides the basis for the automation of the most diverse systems in the fields of stage and show technology.

Applications

Applications: The application reports illustrate application options for Beckhoff products and technologies in practice.

EtherCAT – ultra high-speed communication

EtherCAT – ultra high-speed communication:

Outstanding performance, flexible topology and simple configuration characterise EtherCAT, the real-time Ethernet technology from Beckhoff.

Fast communication for the “DMX world” of dynamic lighting

Fast communication for the “DMX world” of dynamic lighting: Beckhoff has integrated an additional building automation subsystem in the EtherCAT Terminal system with the EL6851 DMX terminal.