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Corporate Boardroom

October 8, 2014Galleryadmin

: Electronics underneath the table interface the video connections in the six pop-up units to the Audio / Video routing equipment.

: The custom credenza along the side of the room houses two small racks containing the audio and video routing equipment, the wireless video interface, the system network switch and the audio amplifiers.

: The two framed mirrors conceal a pair of Samsung LED televisions. When powered on, the television image is visible through the mirroring.

: A wired touchscreen interface provides control for the whole system. Control is also available via an iPad. Controllable systems include window drapes, lighting, HVAC and of course, Audio / Video.

Z-Band at Hollywood Gaming Dayton and Mahoning

September 29, 2014Newsadmin

Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway & Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course

Over 600 Televisions showing digital HD content using Z-Band’s Video Distributing system over Category Cable
All TVs controlled from Control Point’s master automation software system
Distributing live and simulcast racing throughout casino and racetrack
Distributing live sporting events, satellite, cable and internally generated digital signage throughout casino and racetrack

Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway

September 24, 2014Galleryadmin

: The casino stage and bar is illuminated by 4 Martin moving head LED fixtures, and 10 RGBW PARs.Surrounding the stage are six 60 inch LED Tv’s and above is a blended and warped VuWall projection installation powered by 3 HD 10k Christie projectors. The bar staff uses a Control-Point tablet to change the VuWall feeds and arrangement as well as the TV Feeds and overhead and PA audio sources and volume.

: The front of house mix position features an Allen and Heath 24 input digital console, a touchscreen PC running Leprecon lighting control software as well as Control-Point for AV head end control. Also installed is a Leprecon lighting control surface, as well as a Sony PTZ camera controller.The audio system is comprised of a pair of EAW QX full range boxes and four EAW SBK250 subwoofers in a tri-amplified configuration as well as an EAW centerfill speaker.

: Six 60 inch TV’s mounted behind the Bar.

: Skybox sports bar glass projection surface powered by two Christie Laser projectors.

: Interior view of the Skybox Sports Bar.

: The booth seating in the Skybox Sports Bar features guest controlled Tv’s

: Digital menu boards are used for five of the facilities dining venues. Racing concession uses Brightsign® local network players while the Casino dining area menus are modulated and encoded CastNet® feeds.

: The Simulcast Theater houses 14 – 55 inch HD displays as well as a 2×2 Planar wall easily changed from one 110 inch feed to four unique 55 inch feeds. Simulcast and live racing feeds are managed on the 134 network controlled TV’s via Control-Point’s automation software. RF signal distribution is accomplished via Z-Band’s video over cat-5 system.

: One of four large projection “Billboards” displaying movie trailers and promotional content. Powered by 2 HD 10k Christie projectors and fed via fiber from the AV head end room.

Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course

September 24, 2014Galleryadmin

: One of four large projection “Billboards” displaying movie trailers and promotional content. Powered by 2 HD 10k Christie projectors and fed via fiber from the AV head end room.

: Another large projection “Billboard” on the Casino floor. The video feed to each projector is easily changed via Control-Point’s automation software running on wireless tablet PC’s.

: The system is capable of showing all in house channels including 16 DirecTv feeds, movie trailers, promotional content, horse racing, a live stage feed and music videos.

: The front of house mix position features an Allen and Heath 24 input digital console, a touchscreen PC running Leprecon lighting control software as well as Control-Point for AV head end control. Also installed is a Leprecon lighting control surface, as well as a Sony PTZ camera controller. The audio system is comprised of a pair of EAW QX full range boxes and four EAW SBK250 subwoofers in a tri-amplified configuration as well as an EAW centerfill speaker.

: The casino stage and bar is illuminated by 4 Martin moving head LED fixtures, and 10 RGBW PARs. Surrounding the stage are six 60 inch LED Tv’s and above is a blended and warped VuWall projection installation powered by 3 HD 10k Christie projectors. The bar staff uses a Control-Point tablet to change the VuWall feeds and arrangement as well as the TV Feeds and overhead and PA audio sources and volume.

: Skybox sports bar glass projection surface powered by two Christie Laser projectors.

: Interior view of the Skybox Sports Bar.

: Each Skybox Sports Bar booth features a guest controlled TV.

: Digital menu boards are used for five of the facilities dining venues. Racing concession uses Brightsign® local network players while the Casino dining area menus are modulated and encoded CastNet® feeds.

: Upper Level Simulcast area and grandstand. Simulcast and live racing feeds are managed on the 131 network controlled TV’s via Control-Point’s automation software. RF signal distribution is accomplished via Z-Band’s video over cat-5 system.

: The racing entrance with a Community Speaker above.

: Outlining the trackside of the building’s roof are Community Speakers directed towards the racing apron.

: Community Speaker roof mount detail.

: A view of the Judges’, Officials’ and Announcer’s booths with Community Speakers above.

: The Simulcast Theater houses 14 – 55 inch HD displays as well as a 2×2 Planar wall easily changed from one 110 inch feed to four unique 55 inch feeds.

Martin Audio MLA Compact At New Hollywood Casino Event Center

July 18, 2014Case Studies, Newsadmin

The complete Audio Visual package came to life at the premier event where “Creedence Clearwater Revisited” performed to a near sold-out house.

Charles Town, WV––Control Point Technology of Lebanon, PA recently installed a Martin Audio MLA Compact loudspeaker system as part of the new high-tech Event Center at Hollywood Casino.

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races describes itself as “a world-class resort destination, offering visitors a truly Las Vegas-style experience that includes 2750 slot machines, 98 table games and 26 poker tables, and both live and simulcast thoroughbred horse racing year round in a safe and hassle free environment.”

An intimate 1200-seat venue designed to get guests as close to performers as possible, the new Event Center opened on the July 4^th weekend with Creedence Clearwater Revisited and is scheduled to feature artists such as The Spinners, The Romantics, The Smithereens, Marshall Crenshaw, Tommy Tutone and Sinbad.

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Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races – Event Center

July 17, 2014Galleryadmin

: This state of the art audio system is comprised of all Martin Audio speaker components. The left and right speaker arrays each consist of 7 Martin MLA compact modules. Mounted under the stage are 6 DSX sub-woofers as well as 4 DD6 front fills. Two WT3 out fills provide coverage for the rear of the room.

: Martin “LE series” monitor wedges, and Martin “Blackline H3+” side fills powered by Lab Gruppen “FP+” amplification provide performers on stage with monitoring audio.

: The complete Audio Visual package came to life at the premier event where “Creedence Clearwater Revisited” performed to a near sold-out house.

: The complete Audio Visual package came to life at the premier event where “Creedence Clearwater Revisited” performed to a near sold-out house.

: Complete system control is available to the operators via an Avid “Profile” audio console, and an Avolites “Expert Pro” lighting console.

: A 20 input x 20 output HD video switcher provides routing for the event center’s 2 Christie HD-10K M-Series projectors, HD broadcast camera, and auxiliary connectivity located though-out the venue. The Martin “Merlin” processor, in conjunction with Lab Gruppen amplification, provide front fill and out fill audio. An ADA compliant assistive listening transmitter is also included in the system.

: The patchable digital snake and the Avid Stage Rack serve as input and output for the house system, allowing for flexibility in mix locations. Monitor amplification can be controlled and viewed by the operator via the Lab Gruppen “Nomad Link” network bridge.

: The Avid “Mix Rack” stage monitor console and analog splitter give the monitor operator complete autonomy during the show.

Favorites at Gloucester Township, NJ – Off Track Wagering & Sports Bar

July 17, 2014Galleryadmin

: On July 2nd, 2014, Favorites at Gloucester Township off track betting facility opened its doors to the public.

: The 50 seat bar area is surrounded by 46 network connected LED Smart TV’s controlled via a WiFi tablet running Control Point’s audio video automation software.

: Control-Point accomplished A/V signal modulation via QAM modulation of the Racing and HD Cable feeds.

: This 90 seat dining area is host to 26 LED Smart TV’s. All 130 TV’s at the facility are controlled via Control-Point’s automation software.

: Networked Smart TV control, as well as signal distribution, was accomplished via a single cat-5 cable from Z-Band’s video over cat-5 distribution hubs located in the facilities A/V rack room to each of the facilities 130 Smart TV’s. Z-Band’s Video over cat-5 distribution system and Control-Point’s A/V automation software made this possible.

: Over 40 individual handicapping stations share this room with 32 LED Smart TV’s. Each room of the facility is configured for an independent overhead audio source and volume controllable via a WiFi Tablet.

: Over 40 individual handicapping stations share this room with 32 LED Smart TV’s. Each room of the facility is configured for an independent overhead audio source and volume controllable via a WiFi Tablet.

: The outdoor patio bar is appointed with 8 LED Smart TV’s and Community overhead speakers.

: The WiFi tablet shown is currently displaying the Audio controls for the facility.

: A collage of the automation interface. Designed for simplicity of use, and customization of device control as well as to allow users high flexibility for day to day operations.

Argosy Casino – Riverside, MO

April 9, 2014Galleryadmin

: A Magenta video over Cat5 routing system coupled with Control Point’s automation software gave the users of this installation far greater control in video distribution than the previous system.

: Three Nion Media Matrices were integrated into the system, allowing for superior audio routing, equalization and level adjustments by being interfaced with Control Point’s A/V automation software.

: The new Control-Point application was installed on five touch screen tablets for points of A/V control throughout the property. Shown above is an icon gallery representing available audio sources for an individual zone.