Overview

The MA Lighting grandMA3 Full Size CRV (Control Room Version) is the pinnacle of lighting control consoles, designed specifically for control room environments where sightlines and space efficiency are critical. Unlike the standard full-size version, the CRV model is supplied without the monitor wing, offering flexibility in external monitor placement. With five external DisplayPort 1.2 connections, users can connect up to five third-party touchscreens, making it ideal for setups where custom monitor layouts are required without compromising any functionality. This flagship console provides the ultimate hands-on control for lighting professionals, particularly in high-end production environments such as theaters, concert halls, and large-scale events.

The grandMA3 Full Size CRV features an ergonomic design and includes 20,480 control parameters as standard, making it suitable for the world's most prestigious entertainment lighting applications. The system is scalable up to 250,000 parameters with additional grandMA3 processing units, ensuring that it can handle the most complex lighting setups. With three internal letterbox multi-touch screens and two additional multi-touch command screens, operators have quick access to essential programming tools and playback options. The CRV model's streamlined layout provides a customizable and efficient user experience, allowing operators to focus on their work without unnecessary distractions.

The grandMA3 Full Size CRV offers extensive physical controls, with 120 separate playbacks and 30 backlit motorized faders. These motorized faders are equipped with RGB backlighting, providing clear visual feedback for intensity and timing adjustments. Additionally, the console is equipped with 71 rotary RGB backlit encoders, giving users precise control over various parameters. The console's five dual encoders and two multipurpose level wheels offer even more flexibility, allowing for quick access to additional functions and features. This physical control setup makes the grandMA3 Full Size CRV an ideal choice for demanding productions that require precise and flexible control.

The console also includes 16 assignable x-keys and an integrated keyboard drawer, providing further customization options and making it easy to tailor the console's layout to the operator's preferences. The console is designed with user ergonomics in mind, and its backlit, silent (clickless) keys ensure quiet operation, which is especially beneficial in environments such as theaters and broadcast studios. The faders and encoders are engineered for long-lasting reliability, making the grandMA3 Full Size CRV suitable for both touring and permanent installations.

The grandMA3 Full Size CRV operates on the completely redesigned grandMA3 operating system, which features a fresh user interface optimized for intuitive and fast access. The dual encoders are customizable, allowing users to map additional features to these controls, speeding up programming workflows. The software also incorporates new fixture, feature, and effects-handling at its core, ensuring an improved and more intuitive process for selecting fixtures, adjusting values, storing presets, and playing back cues. Extensive user feedback has been incorporated into the software's design, ensuring that it meets the practical needs of lighting professionals while introducing new functionality that streamlines the programming experience.

In terms of connectivity, the grandMA3 Full Size CRV offers six DMX512-A outputs and one DMX512-A input, providing robust options for integrating into any lighting system. It also includes three etherCON/RJ45 ports for network integration, MIDI In and Out for synchronization with music, Linear Timecode support, and a General Purpose Interface (GPI) for remote control. The console's five external DisplayPort 1.2 connections allow users to connect external touchscreens, expanding the console's flexibility even further.

Reliability is a key focus of the grandMA3 Full Size CRV. It includes a built-in uninterruptible power supply (UPS), ensuring continuous operation even during power fluctuations. The console is housed in a rugged yet lightweight chassis, weighing just 73 lbs, making it suitable for both touring and fixed installations. It operates efficiently with a maximum power consumption of 300 VA and is designed to function within a temperature range of 32°F to 104°F, making it adaptable to a wide range of environments.

The grandMA3 Full Size CRV supports both grandMA3 and grandMA2 software, ensuring backward compatibility for users transitioning from older systems. With its comprehensive feature set, user-friendly interface, and powerful control capabilities, the grandMA3 Full Size CRV is the ultimate lighting control solution for control room environments. Whether used in high-profile productions, permanent installations, or complex live events, this console offers unparalleled flexibility and performance.

Features

• Control Room Version (CRV) designed for environments with challenging sightlines, offering up to 5 external touchscreen connections via DisplayPort 1.2.
• 20,480 control parameters standard, scalable up to 250,000 with additional processing units, ideal for complex and large-scale lighting applications.
• Features 120 physical playbacks, 30 backlit motorized faders, and 71 rotary RGB backlit encoders for precise control over intensity, timing, and effects.
• Includes three internal letterbox multi-touch screens and two multi-touch command screens for intuitive control.
• 16 assignable x-keys, integrated keyboard drawer, and customizable dual encoders for a highly flexible and ergonomic user experience.
• Backlit, silent (clickless) keys and long-life motorized faders ensure quiet and reliable operation in demanding environments.
• Compatible with both grandMA3 and grandMA2 software, ensuring easy transition for experienced MA Lighting users.
• 6 DMX512-A outputs, 1 DMX512-A input, 3 etherCON/RJ45 ports, MIDI In/Out, Linear Timecode, and GPI for versatile connectivity.
• Built-in uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for continuous operation during power fluctuations.
• Operates efficiently with a maximum power consumption of 300 VA, designed for use in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 104°F.
• Compact dimensions (48 x 22 x 7 inches) and lightweight (73 lbs) design for easy transport and installation in control rooms and production environments.

Specifications

• Parameters: 20,480 (HTP/LTP)
• Parameters Mode2: 8,192 (HTP/LTP)
• Operating voltage/ Supply voltage: AC 100-240V; 50/60 Hz
• Power: max. 300 VA
• Operating Temperature: 32F up to 104F
• Dimensions: 48 x 22 x 7 inches (drawer closed), 48 x 26 x 7 inches (drawer opened)
• Net weight: 73 lbs
• Connectors:
• 1 x powerCON TRUE1
• 3 x etherCON/RJ45
• 6 x DMX512-A Out (5pin XLR female)
• 1 x DMX512-A In (5pin XLR male)
• 1 x MIDI In (5pin DIN female)
• 1 x MIDI Out (5pin DIN female)
• 1 x Linear Timecode (3pin XLR female)
• 1 x Audio In (3pin XLR female)
• 1 x GPI General Purpose Interface (D-SUB DE9 female) for remote control
• 5 x DisplayPort 1.2 for external screens
• 2 x S/PDIF In and Out
• 3 x USB 2.0 (type A)
• 3 x USB 3.0 (type A)
• 2 x LED desk light (4pin XLR female)