The July issue of Lighting&Sound America includes a review of Dierks Bentley’s current Somewhere on a Beach Tour, which features lighting control by a Jands Vista console. Excerpt (LD Chris) Reade programmed the show, and is out on the road with a Jands Vista console. “It’s the most stable console I’ve ever been on in […]

Reviewer / Jim Kumorek   LED lighting has come into its own over the past few years, becoming a viable replacement across the board for traditional incandescent theatrical and house lighting fixtures. Their lower power requirements and reduced heat make them ideal for converting retail/warehouse spaces into worship space, as well as retrofitting older traditional […]

Have fun! Send us your photos Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. It’s been a lot of work getting to show day, so don’t forget to have fun! Send in your photos, or tag us on Facebook and Twitter. The Jands Lighting team would like to […]

Don’t panic – common problems Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. When you have two thousand pairs of eyes staring at you because the stage has gone dark, it’s quite easy to forget how to approach a problem. Here are a few common issues and solutions […]

Backups Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. One thing we cannot emphasise enough is to back up your show files! While this point might seem obvious, we often receive support calls regarding show files which have been inadvertently modified or lost. By backing up your show […]

Rehearsals aren’t just for the talent Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. Rehearsals, as we know them, are all about getting to know the show and making sure that everything you’ve worked for is indeed the spectacular event you envision it to be. But sometimes things […]

Report problems early Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. How have the previous seven weeks been working out for you? Have you found anything of use in preparation for big shows in the next months? If after trying the seven aforementioned suggestions you find yourself continuing […]

Do regular maintenance on your rig Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. At Jands we sometimes receive support requests from customers who believe their console isn’t working correctly. However, after some investigation, we often discover that the problem lies elsewhere in the rig. Most of the […]

Familiarise yourself with new equipment Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. If you have bought or intend to buy new equipment (or are going to rent it in) familiarise yourself with how it operates and interacts with your console well in advance. Taking this important step […]

New Fixture Files Missed the previous topics? You can catch up on all of them on this page. In the lead up to any event, make sure you have all the fixture files you will need, pre-loaded into your console. If you find you do not have a specific file, we suggest you try the […]