Alcorn McBride is the world's largest manufacturer of show control, audio/video playback and lighting control equipment. Alcorn McBride products have quickly become the industry standard in quality and reliability. User-friendly controls and abundant editing features make their high-technology easy to use, while maintaining the benefits of cutting edge sophistication. 

Alcorn McBride > Audio Playback >
Alcorn McBride supply Audio Playback devices for a multitude of applications. Whether you need a single channel MP3 player or an 8 Independent Channel rack mountable player. All units support playlists that can be made un-interruptible or interruptible, and can be controlled in a variety of ways from Contact Closures and Voltage to MIDI and RS-232. With no moving parts you can't go past these for reliability and performance.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/audiovideo/index.html

Alcorn McBride > Digital Binloop

The CobraNet^TM option outputs all 32 audio channels as 16 or 24-bit 48KHz PCM.  Up to 8 Bundles and 64 CobraNet^TM sub-channels can be carried over a 100 Mbit Cat5 Ethernet cable. 

The Digital Binloop may also be equipped with up to 16 video playback cards, in which case the 32 audio tracks encoded on the video program are available on the CobraNet^TM outputs. All channels are sample synchronized. Other Digital Binloop features include SMPTE and video sync, and RS-232 and Ethernet control.

Alcorn McBride > Audio Playback > 8 Traxx

The Alcorn McBride 8 Traxx lets you play eight independent stereo tracks from a single, economical rack-mount unit. Each track is individually triggered by its own discrete input- allowing contact closure or voltage - allowing direct connection to proximity sensors or switches. Or all tracks can be controlled from a single RS-232 serial or MIDI port. For the ultimate in multi-track convenience , reliability and performance. Make traxx to and ask about the 8 Traxx today!
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/8traxx/index.html
PDF: http://www.alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_8traxx.pdf

Alcorn McBride > Audio Playback >  AM-4 Audio Machine

The AM-4 is a rugged portable proffessional player that can play out MP3 or WAV files. Sound files are stored on Compact flash media which have no moving parts and large storage capabilities. You can trigger sounds using contact closures, playlists, real-time schedulers or RS-232. With the optional Ethernet module you can update sounds, GPS coordinates and schedules remotely , even using wireless networking! Connect a GPS "mouse" and audio plays automatically as you move through geographical zones you pre define!The AM4 schedule file is a powerful control file. It can launch playlists, files ect., at predetermined points in time, based on the internal real-time clock. A schedule file with all the tracks to be played is listed and times to play are programmed. For instance, if you wanted a sound file to play every Monday morning at 8:00, a schedule could be created to do that and much more, making this player perfect for a variety of applications and high quality announcement tasks. These files can be created manually or by using the Alcorn play list builder or GPS builder application tools (on the Alcorn website). The control files are stored on the flash card along with the sound files.Model options include a 20 watt mono 8 ohm power amplifier, and Ethernet controls are available.The AM-4 Digital Audio Machine fits almost anywhere, from dashboard to rack, and even works in high vibration environments such as roller coasters!
Web Link: http://alcorn.com/products/dam/index.html
 
Alcorn McBride > Audio Playback >  AmpTraxx

AmpTraXX gives you sixteen channels of amplification and EQ in just two units of rack space. In many systems it eliminates the need for expensive EQ or DSP racks. It's a complete audio processing and distribution system in a single box.
Each AmpTraXX channel has independent filter configuration (lowpass, highpass, bandpass,notch or none) and parameter adjustments including gain and cutoff frequency. AmpTraXX is programmed using easy-to-understand, graphical Windows software included with each unit. Setup is as simple: select which filter you want on a particular channel, then move the sliders up and down to set gain, cutoff frequency, and filter Q. Settings are permanently stored in the unit's memory, and later can be uploaded if changes are needed. AmpTraXX also allows "on-the-fly" adjustments to channel volume and filter settings through the built-in RS232 port.
Contact EAV Technology today for a demonstration.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/amptraxx/index.html
PDF: http://www.alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_amptraxx.pdf

Alcorn McBride > Video Playback >
Alcorn McBride supply Video devices for a multitude of applications. Whether you need a 4 channel Mpeg player or a remotely controlled Information Station with Bannering and Graphics overlays, Alcorn McBride will have a product to fit your needs. Suppliers of the ultimate video player, the DVM2, they have had over fifteen years experience designing audio/video equipment for theme parks, museums and world fairs.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/audiovideo/index.html

Alcorn McBride > Video Playback > Compact Flash Video Player 7400

The Digital Video Machine^TM is a compact MPEG-2 player that's rugged enough for the most demanding applications.

It also offers very flexible control capabilities and a wealth of interface options.
Video clips are stored on Compact Flash; just copy them from your PC.

You can trigger clips using contact closures, playlists, real-time schedules or RS-232.

Connect a GPS "mouse" and the video plays automatically as the unit moves through any geographical zones you define.
The Digital Video Machine offers many exciting options:  A stereo amplifier gives you two channels at 20 watts per channel whilst the pro-audio module version provides balanced audio out , S/PDIF and Dolby 5.1.

The unit offers NTSC/PAL or a optional  SMPTE-259M SDI module provides digital video out for the latest technologies in digital distribution.

With the optional Ethernet module you can update clips, schedules and GPS coordinates remotely - even using wireless networking.
The Digital Video Machine fits almost anywhere and is vibration resistant, so it's equally at home in equipment rooms or on-board vehicles.

As flash cards become larger and lower in cost the benefits of non moving parts in 24/7 displays and signage become more evident.

A 4gBs flash card will provide a hour of replay time on the 7400 and with 8gBs just around the corner most displays can be accommodated with ease in this ultra reliable format.

Web Link: http://alcorn.com/products/dvm/index.html

Alcorn McBride > Video Playback > DVM 4

The Digital Video Machine 4 may look like a simple rack mount box, but it single-handedly outperforms four DVD players, a controller and a scheduler!
Simply put: it's the most versatile video server you can buy.
The DVM4 stores hours of better-than-DVD quality video on a removable hard drive. You can copy videos directly to the hard drive using a Windows PC, or load them through the included 100 Base-T Ethernet adapter, USB interface, or by simply dropping a DVD into the optional DVDROM drive. You can even transfer videos across the Internet. Imagine updating the video in a retail chain store from halfway around the world!
The DVM4's video and audio outputs are designed for the most demanding applications. Its NTSC/PAL outputs provide MPEG-2 at up to 15 Mbps in composite or S-Video (Y-C) format. The four video channels can operate completely independently, or can be precisely frame synchronized to each other or, optionally, an external video reference. Eight channels of analog audio are provided, plus four digital S/PDIF or Dolby 5.1 connections -- that's up to 24 channels of digital audio!
Web Link: n/a Product soon to be phased out. See 7400 or HD.

Alcorn McBride > Video Playback > DVM HD

The DVM/HD provides the ultimate playback experience - even better than HDTV - with picture sizes up to 1920x1080 and bit rates over three times those of broadcast DTV. It also supports ATSC DTV formats including 720p and 1080i. Its RGB and YPbPr outputs assure maximum video quality; and digital surround sound outputs (both analog and digital) provide theatre quality. Video playback is controlled via RS-232 or via its Ethernet port.
The DVM/HD is ideal for Digital Cinema. Film projectors can now be replaced with breathtaking digital clarity, providing a crisp, clear, maintenance-free picture at even the largest film formats.
Contact us today to find out how the DVM/HD can bring the world of High Definition to your next project!
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/dvmhd/index.html
PDF:  http://www.alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_dvmhd.pdf
 

Alcorn McBride > Video Playback > Information Station

Alcorn McBride's Information Station takes you beyond the limitations of DVD Players and video streamers. It is a complete Information Station that puts you in control of your customer communications. Update your guests with current events, weather or limited offers. In seconds they will be scrolling across the screen. You choose the fonts, colours, background and transparency. Text is independent of the video and can be controlled through playlists, schedules, RS-232 or FTP.
You can even brand your video with your logo that can dynamically float to avoid screen burn-in or play Macromedia Flash animations and view Web Pages.
The Information Station Supports sophisticated playlists and a real time scheduler that when used in conjunction with your LAN or Internet connection creates total flexibility,.
If you can imagine it, the Information Station can probably do it!
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/informationstation/index.html
PDF: http://www.alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_is.pdf
 

Alcorn McBride > Video Playback > Information Station HD

Alcorn McBride's Information Station HD offers an amazing combination of performance and value. Why settle for standard definition video? Combine this amazingly affordable player with a computer monitor or projector, and take your customers to a video realm they've never experienced. 
The Information Station HD plays the ultimate in high definition video up to 1080i. That's an amazing 1920 x 1080 resolution image, displayed at motion picture frame rates! Most customer's reaction is to reach out and touch the picture - it's that real.
Update your guests with current events, weather or limited offers. In seconds they will be scrolling across the screen. You choose the fonts, colours, background and transparency. Text is independent of the video and can be controlled through playlists, schedules, RS-232 or FTP.
You can even brand your video with your logo that can dynamically float to avoid screen burn-in or play Macromedia Flash animations and view Web Pages.
The Information Station HD is smart. In many applications it can stand alone, controlled by sophisticated playlists and schedules. It can even send serial commands to other devices such as projectors.
The Information Station HD is an amazing high definition value. Contact EAV Technology today for a demonstration.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/informationstationhd/index.html
PDF: http://www.alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_ishd.pdf

Alcorn McBride > Lighting Control >
Show control from a lighting controller?  With the Alcorn McBride's units you can control up to 512 simultaneous DMX channels, plus one serial port and parallel I/O. 
Their realtime DMX recorder, provides a new level of simplicity and reliability to the lighting industry.  Why leave an expensive (and oftentimes unreliable) lighting board in a dedicated installation?  Let the Lightcue replay your show time and again with 100% reliability and extremely low cost.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/lighting/index.html

Alcorn McBride > Lighting Control > LightCue

Why leave an expensive lighting console in a permanent automated installation? In a single rack unit the Alcorn McBride LightCue(tm) can handle the job at a fraction of the cost. It's easy to operate and controllable from front-panel push-buttons, SMPTE, or RS-232 commands.
Use your favorite lighting board to design your show and then record the actual real-time DMX data stream that it outputs. The LightCue can record DMX data from any source. It will capture it all perfectly, on the first try, and play it back exactly the same, every time.
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Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/lightcue/index.html
PDF: http://alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_lightcue.pdf

Alcorn McBride > Lighting Control > DMX Machine

The Alcorn McBride DMX Machine is a powerful, inexpensive, stand alone lighting controller, or a convenient RS-232 to DMX translator
The DMX Machine replaces wastefully expensive lighting control consoles being used as mere playback devices. Very basic or extremely complex sequences of DMX lighting control changes can be stored in the DMX Machine's non-volatile internal memory.
The DMX Machine can control the lighting for an entire pre-show/main show, including everything from simple architectural lighting to full-stage looks, to complex special effects.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/dmxmachine/index.html
PDF: http://alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_dmx.pdf

Alcorn McBride > Show Control >
For years, Alcorn McBride has set the standards for Show control with the V16 video disc and their other show controller's.
All of Alcorn McBride's show control products use WinScript, an English-like script programming software, which is available for free download from Alcorn McBride.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/showcontrol/index.html

Alcorn McBride > Show Control  > V16+/V4+/V2+

The V16+, V4+ and V2+ are far more than simple video disc controllers. Their power
comes from Alcorn McBride's ScriptOS operating system. This easy-to-use programming language supports 256 simultaneously-running sequences of show events such as video player commands, relay closures, serial messages, time delays, or branching instructions.
The V16+, V4+ and V2+ include optically-isolated inputs and discrete outputs for easy interface to pushbuttons, sensors, PLCs, operator control consoles, indicator lamps, valves, and solenoids. And a programmable LCD display lets you see exactly what your show is doing at any given moment. Front-panel pushbuttons emulate the external inputs for easy testing.
The V16+, V4+ and V2+ are the easiest to use, most powerful show controllers you can find. Call today for more information.
Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/v16plus/index.html
PDF: http://alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_v16.pdf

Alcorn McBride > Show Control  > InterActivator

The InterActivator is far more than a video disc controller. The power of the InterActivator comes from Alcorn McBride's ScriptOS operating system. ScriptOS supports 256 simultaneous, multi-tasking sequences, each of which may contain up to 64 show events such as laserdisc commands, serial messages, time delays, or branching instructions. Sequences may be chained together for nearly unlimited scripting power!
In addition to two serial ports, the InterActivator also includes eight opto-isolated discrete inputs, eight lamp drivers, and eight front-panel pushbuttons. A video sync input assures absolute frame synchronization between multiple video disc players.
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Web Link: http://www.alcorn.com/products/interactivator/index.html
PDF: http://alcorn.com/library/cutsheets/lit_interactivator.pdf