Ayrton Releases Falconer Followspot Control System
The new system integrates an 18.5-inch touchscreen to support complex followspot setups with up to 36 active fixtures.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Robotics
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Ayrton has launched the Falconer remote followspot control system, a platform that synchronizes multiple fixtures through a single base station. The release also includes the new Horus camera fixture designed to provide operators with live visual tracking.
Why it matters
This system simplifies complex stage lighting operations by allowing a single operator to manage numerous fixtures simultaneously via a standardized digital interface. The technology reduces the logistical burden of coordinating multiple followspots during large-scale live productions.
The Falconer interface centers on an 18.5-inch Full HD touchscreen monitor that manages parameter control using GDTF file definitions. Operators synchronize systems using a 3D calibration process requiring four distinct reference points.
The players
Ayrton
Ayrton is a specialized manufacturer of professional stage lighting equipment and intelligent fixtures used in global entertainment productions.
The details
The accompanying Horus camera weighs 6.7 kilograms and houses a 3.7-megapixel CMOS sensor capable of 30x optical zoom with a 65-degree field of view. Built for versatile stage environments, the camera maintains an IP65 rating and functions within an operating temperature range of -20°C to 45°C.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: Ayrton officially launched the Falconer control system and Horus camera.
The Tech Race
This release reflects the industry shift toward software-defined lighting control, where proprietary hardware is increasingly governed by universal protocols like GDTF. It positions Ayrton to compete against integrated broadcast and stage control ecosystems that prioritize automation over manual operation.
Lighting operators and stage production teams can expect a more streamlined workflow when managing complex followspot arrays across large venues. By utilizing a single interface for up to 36 fixtures, users may significantly reduce equipment setup times and operational complexity during live events.
The takeaway
The implementation of standardized 3D calibration and GDTF protocols is becoming essential for modern high-end stage lighting rigs. Producers looking to optimize their technical setups should evaluate how remote control systems can consolidate multi-fixture tracking into a unified operator station.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Etnow.
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