Sirius 250/500 (1997-2001)
Zero 88
Zero 88 Sirius 250
The Sirius 500 is a 512-channel and the Sirius 250 is a 256-channel lighting desk, incorporating many of the flexible, friendly, and robust features of the original Sirius 24 and 48 models, but also introducing new techniques and the latest technology.
The traditional Sirius hallmarks are all there: Key Switch for changing between operating modes, two Presets, Submasters, GO button, Memory Effects, etc., together with new features, such as two built-in liquid crystal displays for operator feedback, an optional external monitor, external keyboard and mouse, 4 Wheel Drive® for easy control of fixture parameters, floppy disk backup, and much more.
Sirius 250 and Sirius 500 consoles were manufactured from 1997 to 2001.
New features available March 1998
Snapshot - instant programming of all parameters to give a complete 'look'. Can be programmed onto a fader or Go button.
Enhanced Cueline - Includes Looping (repetition of cues), MIDI and SMPTE time code synchronisation, More powerful exiting - with cue previewing and cut & paste facilities
Sirius Off Stage - create and edit your shows off-line using PC software
Stagesizing - Includes stage mapping - alteration of show parameters to fit different stage dimensions, Fixture Follow -real time tracking with multiple fixtures, Position Preset -maintains relative position of fixtures to points on the stage.
From LSI 3 January 2002
As a result of continued problems with the supply of key components for the Sirius range, Zero 88 has announced that it is discontinuing production of its Sirius 250 and Sirius 500 desks. "This has been a difficult decision," explains Tim Burt, Zero 88's brand manager. "The Sirius has been a pioneering range for Zero 88, introducing a number revolutionary new features to the industry such as the Cueline graphical interface. But it is becoming increasingly difficult to source components for these desks, making manufacture and delivery unreliable. We do now have the complete Frog range in place and will be adding some new functionality to the Frog software in the New Year to make these desks even more powerful." Zero 88 will continue to support the product range with technical support and updated fixture data.
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Documents
Advert: Sirius 250/500 (December 1997)
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From Lighting & Sound International
Sirius Upgrade Advert (February 1998)
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From Lighting & Sound International
Advert: Sirius 250/500 (August 1998)
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From Lighting & Sound International
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