Wholehog3 users can now communicate directly with ESP Vision without the need for a custom hardware interface.  A new marketing and technology agreement between High End Systems (HES; Austin, TX) and ZZYZX, Inc., worldwide distributor of ESP Vision software, further extends its integration into the lighting industry’s key consoles.

ESP’s integration with the Wholehog3 console now allows direct control of fixtures within ESP Vision’s virtual environment via the Wholehog3 console with release 1.3.8 of the WholeHog3 software.  This direct integration also lays the groundwork for additional points of integration, such as auto-patching, blind preview, and remote focus, all of which are anticipated within the next 12 months.

“It’s a springboard to the future,” says Dedrick Ducket, Director of Technology for ESP Vision. “This is just the beginning of our relationship, providing direct connectivity through the family of Wholehog 3 products including Wholehog 3, Hog iPC and Hog 3PC. Ultimately, the lighting professional will benefit the most from our seamless integration.”

Explaining the connectivity process, Duckett says, “The Wholehog 3 and its DP (Data Processor) are two units. The DP has connections for the DMX cable and the console talks to the DP. ESP and HES have jointly developed direct connectivity by means of a virtual DP from which ESP gets info. The console talks to ESP without hardware intervention via Ethernet. People want to connect directly to us without expensive interface hardware. Without this integration, in addition to your DP, you would also need 2 VBoxes for 4 universes, at an additional cost of $900.”

Additionally, High End Systems is offering ESP Vision to its new and existing WholeHog3 customers at a discount over normal ESP Vision retail.

“High End Systems is excited about offering the newest and most innovative visualization technology available with our consoles,” adds Bill Morris, HES VP of Sales. “We are also happy to say that the close partnership between HES and ESP Vision will result in HES customers able to purchase ESP Vision at the best possible price during the next few months. ESP Vision and HES will offer a four-universe license of ESP Vision for $2500 – a $500 savings over the MSRP.”

Existing Wholehog 3 users will have to go to ESP Vision, however, to purchase the license. Their Wholehog 3 console registration number will be required for the special price, which is only available for a few months.

New Wholehog 3 console purchasers will get the special price offer at the time of purchase through High End Systems.