The highly anticipated Elation Lighting Paragon series has finally been unveiled, offering three innovative fixtures: the Paragon S, Paragon M, and Paragon LT. Each model boasts impressive specifications, with the Paragon S delivering 20,500 lumens from a 550W engine, the Paragon M offering 37,200 lumens with a 900W engine, and the Paragon LT providing a remarkable 50,000 lumens from a 1300W engine. All models are IP54 rated, ensuring durability and versatility for both indoor and outdoor use.
The launch of the Paragon series marks a significant advancement in the field of professional lighting, as these LED moving head profiles incorporate extensive research and development. The series is designed to meet the demands of various applications, from concerts and theater productions to television and corporate events.
Design and Construction
Despite substantial investment in research and development, the Paragon series maintains a conservative styling, which many in the industry view as a prudent choice. The fixtures are constructed from polycarbonate, a durable thermoplastic known for its resistance to impact and heat. This material is commonly used in safety goggles, highlighting its robustness. The fixtures are also fingerprint and abrasion-resistant, ensuring longevity and reliability.
One of the standout features of the Paragon series is the attention to detail in its design. For instance, rubber feet around the lens prevent scratching and allow the fixture to be balanced on its nose during setup. The chassis is engineered to support the fixture’s weight without compromising its structure, and the LT model features ergonomic handles on its yoke for ease of use.
Weather Resistance and Maintenance
All Paragon models are equipped with HEPA filtration, allowing users to service the fixtures without the need for pressure testing to reseal them. This feature, combined with the IP54 rating, makes the fixtures suitable for outdoor use, although an IP65 rating would have been ideal. Nevertheless, the trade-off is practical, given the need to change gobos and lenses frequently.
The interior of the fixtures is meticulously organized, with wiring diagrams printed inside the cover, reflecting input from service teams and users. This thoughtful design simplifies maintenance and repairs, further enhancing the series’ appeal to professionals.
Optics, Color, and Brightness
The Paragon series stands out for its exceptional brightness, achieved through CMY color mixing and the SpectraColour CMYRGB array available on the LT model. The series offers a CRI range from 70 to 93, with Elation’s TruTone variable CRI technology allowing for adjustments without sacrificing intensity. This innovative approach uses high and low color temperature white LEDs in a single, high-density optical array, enabling precise control over the CRI.
The fixtures deliver a flat wash and a well-defined beam, with a diverse gobo package that includes both familiar designs and new, refreshing options. The zoom ranges from under 5° to about 50°, with fast and quiet operation, making the Paragon series ideal for noise-sensitive environments.
Applications and Features
The Paragon series offers an extensive feature set, with each model tailored to specific needs. The Paragon S includes seven rotating glass gobos, nine fixed metal gobos, an interchangeable animation wheel, dual prisms, dual frost effects, and a high-speed iris. Its 240° indexable framing system supports full-blackout shutter cuts.
The Paragon M expands on these features with two wheels of seven rotating glass gobos, a variable orientation animation wheel, and a 240° indexable framing system with +/-45° individual blade angles. The Paragon LT boasts 14 rotating glass gobos, a high-speed fixed gobo wheel, and a comprehensive indexable framing system.
All models feature interchangeable lenses, allowing users to switch between fresnel, frosted PC, and profile lenses with ease. This flexibility effectively provides three lights in one, enhancing the series’ value for production houses.
Control and Programming
The Paragon series incorporates NFC (Near Field Communication) for quick configuration, even when the fixtures are powered off. This feature is accessible via the Elation NFC app, streamlining the preparation process. The series supports multiple DMX Channel Modes, with power draws of 900W, 1400W, and 1900W for the S, M, and LT models, respectively.
The fixtures operate quietly, meeting the growing demand for silent lighting solutions across various entertainment and installation applications.
Conclusion and Market Impact
Overall, the Elation Paragon series represents a significant leap forward in professional lighting technology. Its combination of innovative features, robust construction, and versatile applications positions it as a valuable investment for any high-end lighting application. Industry experts anticipate that the Paragon series will set a new standard, with no immediate need for upgrades or replacements.
For those seeking a reliable, long-term solution, the Paragon series is worth exploring. More information is available on the Elation Lighting website, with distribution in Australia and New Zealand handled by ULA Group.
Product Info: elationlighting.com/collections/paragon
Distributor Australia and New Zealand: ulagroup.com
