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The Automated Lighting Programmer's Handbook 2nd Edition

by Brad Schiller (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 15 customer reviews
ISBN-13: 978-0240815534
ISBN-10: 024081553X
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Product Details

  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Focal Press; 2 edition (October 7, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 024081553X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0240815534
  • Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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3.0 out of 5 starsA Good Effort ... A Little Pricey for the Contents
By Dr. E VINE VOICE on April 2, 2011
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Pros:
-The text provides sage advice. I very much appreciate the author's "Rule #9" which basically states that if you do not understand how to create "an effect or look ... admit it" (xxv). Love it! I wish more people in the industry took that credo to heart.
-The author's writing is occasionally playful. It's refreshing to have a text that doesn't mire itself in lingo and jargon. (With that said, I'm not a fan of the "Life is Like a Box of Chocolates" heading (125). I'm pretty sure that should never be uttered or written ever again.)
-Chapter 13 "Words of Wisdom from Industry Professionals." It provides a wide array of advice from both programmers and designers.

Potential Cons:
-I must concur with one of the previous reviews: I did expect a bit more of an in-depth study for nearly $40.00.
-It features precious few examples (and even fewer photos of the end-product).
-A few editing errors here and there. The bold-type heading "Stay as Cool as You Fan" was a particularly startling typo that should have been caught by the publisher (61). Editing errors like this do undermine the text's authority. (My own students love to point them out ... which is insanely annoying.)

This text could prove a valuable supplement to your professional library. However, if I were selecting my texts for the semester, I would probably skip this one and order a slightly more expensive but extensive study.
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5.0 out of 5 starsClearly written overview
By Once in a while on May 25, 2011
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The first thing I noticed about this book is that it doesn't read like a dry, esoteric textbook. It is written clearly - there's not a whole lot of filler and it is well organized.

It's a pretty broad overview about how to manage a light system for small to medium-sized venues and events. I'd say it's a decent introduction to running lights in these types of venues.

However, after reading it I decided that it's a complex field, and definitely something I would hire someone else to take care of -- someone with a little more knowledge and experience about lighting consoles and other related equipment.

But if you want to get your feet wet in automated lighting, this is a great book to start with. Five stars!
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5.0 out of 5 starsFine intro to all kinds of special lighting!
By Hans Castorp VINE VOICE on October 28, 2011
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For anyone interested in lighting programming techniques, this book is a must. For theater, industry, large projects, and even home uses, you can learn a lot from this book. And for students, a very comprehesive manual that not only can help you get started, but will be useful for many years.
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5.0 out of 5 starsPhenomenal Book!
By Austin Taylor on January 22, 2012
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This book is must have for every Lighting Programmer and LD! As of 1/2 way through I decided that it would be required reading for my Programmers and Lighting Interns. It reminded me of things I had forgotten, and gave me some fresh ideas on how to make my workflow faster. It is being passed around my crew, and I don't for-see it sitting on my bookshelf very much. The journals in the back are really cool and almost worth the cost of the book. I am a Hog2 user, and it was cool to see how others are using the same desk.

Thank you!
Austin Taylor
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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat info
By dave carter on August 2, 2011
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This was a great read. Easy, informative, interesting, not overly technical, but still informative for an experienced but mostly amateur working lighting programmer. I'd highly recommend it. Great reviews of lighting the Olympics, The Crystal Method, and Metallica.
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4.0 out of 5 starsit's an art not a science
By reviewer on March 30, 2011
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I know nothing about lighting programming and it was interesting to read about what's involved. The book's audience is people who are interested in lighting or know something about lighting, I suppose.
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5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars
By Janice on February 14, 2015
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Great resource for the novice or experienced lighting designer. I would highly recommend purchasing the 3 book pack
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5.0 out of 5 starsProgramming has many definitions.
By AvidReader on April 21, 2014
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If you thought this was a book for programmers (the computer kind) about programming *for* lighting systems (like i did), think again. That being said, if you are the computer kind of programmer writing programs for lighting systems, then this book is a very good introduction to technical aspects of physical lighting systems. It will help you with the vocabulary, the concepts, and much about the whole lighting trade. Definitely a book to read. If you're trying to learn about operating lights, see other reviews who have done a better job than i would.
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