Robe RoboSpot Now Features sACN & RDM Net for Ethernet-Only Control

Robe has announced a suite of software updates for its RoboSpot remote follow spot system. Productions can now use RoboSpot and supported devices purely on Ethernet networks, eliminating the need for running XLR-based DMX cables to the BaseStation. XLR DMX and sACN output can be combined within a shared addressing space, allowing some fixtures to run on DMX and others on sACN simultaneously. Device discovery is handled seamlessly via RDM Net. Operators can now define fade times for position buttons (up to 10s) for smooth automatic tracking between two points. If they need to stop the transition, they can double-press the button for an instant snap to final destination. Additionally, new Channel Fade Control (up to 1s) for Dimmer, Iris, Zoom and Focus channels eliminate manual jitter, enabling new possibilities when operating in standalone mode without a console. Storage capacity has been increased to four pages of slots for both colours (up to 32 slots) and positions (up to 36 slots), while enhanced colour buttons allow operators to manually select desired colour or directly input precise hue and saturation values. When compatible fixtures like the iFORTE LTX WB, iESPRITE LTL WB or iPAINTE LTM WB are connected, the system automatically detects them and displays a dedicated LT button, allowing for instant mode switching without menu diving. Additional features include Fixture Reset under the Wrench menu, which reads all connected devices, displays them in a group by fixture type and allows operators to trigger quick, specific feature resets or complete unit resets for an entire group of identical fixtures simultaneously. Dynamic Crosshair is a new setup wizard that allows operators to configure the crosshair to dynamically change its size in real time. The MDC setup has been refined, and operators can now use colours during the MDC setup process. Customers can adjust GUI Transparency to maximise screen real estate and also enable a Value Change overlay to briefly see what channel is changing and its value, while a long-requested feature that shows the RoboSpot is receiving a signal from the console has been implemented.