High End Systems Whole Hog 4
Description
The Whole Hog 4 console is a rental-grade lighting control surface designed for complex productions that require powerful show control, extensive networking, and tactile operator tools. The unit available through 4Wall Los Angeles includes the console with its integrated keyboard, internal storage and optical drive. Additional wings, cables, or networking accessories can be supplied on request.
Key Features
- Dual 17-inch multi-touch screens, each with 10-point touch for direct, responsive control.
- Expanded physical control set including five encoders for the wheelset, a tri-axis backlit trackball with rotary encoder for the third axis, twelve LCD user keys, 48 soft-keys, a jog-shuttle encoder, and dedicated Intensity and Rate wheels.
- Tactile playback with ten motorized playback faders and one motorized Grand Master for precise level control.
- Large DMX and network capacity via an onboard DMX Processor 8000, Hog-Net and Fixture-Net connectors, 8 physical DMX outputs, and support for up to 8,192 DMX channels and unlimited Art-Net and sACN universes over Ethernet.
- Extensive connectivity including eight USB ports, MIDI In/Out, MIDI Show Control, MTC/LTC inputs, two Fast Ethernet ports on Neutrik Ethercon, and compatibility with visualizers and wireless networking.
Use Cases
- Concert touring and broadcast where high channel counts and real-time motorized control are required.
- Theatrical productions needing reliable show playback, MIDI and timecode integration, and remote focus via networked tablets running Hog 4PC.
- Corporate events and large installations that benefit from multiple external monitors and Ethernet-based fixture control.
Specifications
- Weight: 75 lbs
- Dimensions: 40.5" x 28.49" x 6.49"
- Internal touchscreens: 2 (17-inch, multi-touch)
- Motorized faders: 10 playback faders, plus 1 motorized Grand Master
- Physical DMX outputs: 8
- DMX channel capacity: Up to 8,192 via Ethernet DPs
- USB ports: 8 for wings and external touchscreens
Included with your rental
The rental includes the Whole Hog 4 console as described, with its integrated keyboard, internal hard disk and CD/DVD drive. Power and basic cabling are provided; please request any additional playback wings, external touchscreens, or specialized networking cables when booking. This unit is located at 4Wall Los Angeles.
We strive to provide impeccably maintained rental equipment for the entertainment industry that is prepped and ready for your event. Our experienced staff stands ready to help you with your lighting, video, rigging & production needs. Rental inventory availability may vary based on date and 4Wall location. In cases where your preferred item is unavailable, we'll do our best to suggest a suitable replacement.
- View Specs (2 MB)
- Robust Hog 4 Operating Software
- Unlimited number of simultaneous crossfades
- Two internal 17-inch wide screen touchscreens with 10 point multi-touch
- Three external monitors or touchscreens supported
- Five encoders for an expanded wheelset
- Twelve LCD User Keys
- Tri Axis backlit trackball, with rotary encoder for the third axis and four configurable buttons for cursor and position control
- Ten motorized playback faders
- One motorized Grand Master
- Dedicated Intensity and Rate wheels
- User assignable Jog Shuttle encoder
- 48 Soft-Keys for quick toolbar selections
- Built in DMX Processor 8000
- Hog-Net Ethernet connector
- Fixture-Net Ethernet connector
- Integrated keyboard
- Internal Hard disk drive
- Internal CD/DVD drive
- Eight USB ports for Wholehog wings and external touchscreens
- Storage space beneath arm rest
- Desklights, feedback LEDs, and integrated worklight all dimmable
- Auto-ranging mains input (90-250VAC)
- nlimited number of DMX channels via Ethernet DPs
- Unlimited number of Art-Net and E1.3.1 (sACN) universes via Ethernet DPs
- Onboard MIDI Input and Output, MIDI Show Control and MIDI Time Code and LTC Input
- Multiple LTC inputs via optional multiple SMPTE/ LTC USB Widget
- Connectivity with many visualizers via Ethernet
- Wired and wireless networking ability with multiple Wholehog console systems
- Remote Focus capabilities when networked with a tablet PC running Hog 4PC software
- Supports USB Playback and Expansion Wings
