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Creating a Dolby Atmos Mix Room with Avid MTRX Studio

Customized and Competitive Worker’s Compensation for Casinos BOOTH #1405

By Tina Duncan, Director of Business Development, AMERIND

By Brad Pack, Senior Content Manager, Vintage King Audio

Tribal gaming entities have many considerations when protecting property, employees and covering liability exposures, especially since they are not a one-size-fits-all risk model. Casinos need to work with a trusted broker on key risks and design an insurance program around those risks. Property, liability and workers' compensation policies should be uniquely crafted to protect tribal assets, while considering cultural preferences. A Tribal Workers' Compensation (TWC) program should be selected without sacrificing the ability to determine its level of coverage. Tribal gaming entities can avoid the fraud and abuse that's prevalent in state systems through a sovereign TWC program. There are several worker’s compensation carriers serving tribal gaming entities, so your broker should provide multiple options to ensure you aren’t paying too much. It’s a best practice to get a new quote annually.

AMERIND’s Tribal Workers Compensation Program AMERIND’s Tribal Worker’s Compensation product is an alternative to state

Since its release, Dolby Atmos has exploded in popularity and proven to be the next big thing in post-production. But making the switch to Atmos can be intimidating, especially when it comes to buying the right equipment and setting up a certifiable Atmos mix room. Thankfully, the new Avid MTRX Studio makes it easier than ever to incorporate Dolby Atmos into your studio setup.

To get the details, we spoke with Vintage King’s Dolby Atmos expert, James Good. James has more than 15 years of experience in pro audio and has helped build, design and maintain some of the best studios around the world.

"I would suggest starting with an upgraded Mac Mini (3.2GHz 6-Core i7 w 32GB RAM).

This can be combined with a Thunderbolt rackmount chassis for added PCIe slots. Allowing you to house an Avid HDX card, for example."

The next piece of

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NANUK Introduces 975 and 988 to Configurable Series

A.C. Lighting Inc. Launches EclPanel TWC

Built on the premise that its waterproof protective cases are nearly indestructible and mobility needs can change over their long use life, NANUK created its Configurable Series. With removable/replaceable handles and wheels systems, the NANUK 975 launched in late 2021 as a new system that’s infinitely configurable.

NANUK envisions future wheel and transportation solutions that would be just as easy to install and remove.

NANUK 975 series is the most configurable waterproof protective case available from the brand that everyone’s talking about. This large capacity waterproof protective case measures 30” x 21” x 18” inside and is built for professional use and heavy loads.

As an industry first, NANUK designed the 975 series with modular features, so there’s a version for almost any user’s preference.

There are four versions: 975, 975W, 975T and 975M. The full-featured base model 975 includes a rigid, two-stage retractable handle and four strong polyurethane wheels with stainless steel ball bearings.

On the other end of the spectrum, the 975M is lightweight and features ultra

A.C. Lighting Inc., distributor of world-class lighting and rigging technologies, recently announced the launch of PROLIGHTS EclPanel TWC in North America.

The EclPanel TWC, a 2x1 softlight with tunable white and colors LED soft light, has now become available in the United States through A.C. Lighting Inc, PROLIGHTS’ exclusive distributor.

This fixture provides a beautiful, wide source of soft and precise colors, plus a full range of calibrated white presets with 28K resolution, from tungsten to daylight, reaching an outstanding quality of light, with high CRI, TLCI, and TM-30 values.

The EclPanel TWC has a wide CCT range between 2,200K to 15,000K in film mode, +/- green correction, HSI for total control of hue, RGBW mixing, saturation and intensity control, and FX mode that controls the on-board pixel effects. Advanced users can also find available XY coordinates control and a selectable PWM range up to 36KHz. The 430W source provides an incredible output upwards of 34,236 lumens, whilst maintaining a very soft output using the different diffusion filters available.

Though it’s possible to run the internal effect macros, the unit can be addressed to

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Gaming News

Forgotten Treasures – New Game Title by Velvix Touted as the latest and one of the most exciting games in its library, Velvix recently announced the launch of Forgotten Treasures, a standalone jackpot game. Promoted as a standalone game with a unique and unconventional feature, the title at first glance appears like a typical pirate-themed slot game. However, in addition to its smooth animation, buccaneer-style music tracks and various easter eggs, Forgotten Treasures holds a very special feature for players to chase – its “Free Game” feature.

What makes this special? Free Game features are a dime-a-dozen; why is Forgotten Treasures so unique? The secret lies in the bonus feature itself.

Triggered by the collection of six scatters, players will notice each scatter includes a multiple listed on them. Upon entering the Free Game feature, players are given a list of the six multipliers and a treasure map. Players then select the order that the multipliers will be awarded during the free games, each multiplier correlating to one of six initial spins.

This allows the player to take full control of the action, putting the larger multipliers at the start of the free games or holding them off until the end.

But that’s not all! In Forgotten Treasures, each free game will continue to spin until the player wins. Unlike traditional features where it is possible to win no credits on a single spin, Forgotten Treasures guarantees the players both credits plus a multiplier with each spin! Players can also collect additional free games while in the feature, further growing the size of their treasure map – and ultimately their winnings!

Forgotten Treasures is available Q2 of 2023 and is part of a suite of various game titles being launched this year, including several never-before-seen

Innovum Technologies provides regulatory compliance software to clients in the casino gaming and other highly regulated industries.

Innovum Technologies’ flagship software product, InnovaLinq™, streamlines the licensing application and renewals process with a unique combination of content management, document publishing and workflow management.

InnovaLinq can be easily adapted to support forms completion and licensing needs beyond the gaming

GAMING News AN INDEPENDENT PUBLICATION NOT AFFILIATED WITH NIGA Kimberly Oser Publisher Tara Neal President Abeer Abiaad Vice President Anthony Socci Vice President of Sales Yasmine Brown Production Manager/Art Director AJ Flick Senior Editor

Zitro Announces Appointment of Mike Mitchell as Distinguished Designer

titles to be showcased at this year’s IGA conference.

For more information, email enquiries@velvix.com, call 310.362.3650 or stop by booth #2013.

commission. Leveraging its partnership with Passport Technologies, the company can support a wide range of tribal government needs.

Contact Innovum Technologies to discuss your needs and find a solution.

For more information, call 702.789.4200 or sales@innovumtechnologies.com.

Zitro announced the appointment of Mike Mitchell as Distinguished Designer. Mitchell will lead the company’s development in hardware design and the creation of new game content for the U.S. market.

Derik Mooberry, Chief Executive Officer of Zitro USA, welcomed his appointment, saying: "I am thrilled to have Mike joins us officially. His reputation, talent and impressive track record make him a valuable acquisition for Zitro. Mike brings valuable insights obtained through his extensive experience in the gaming industry, and we are confident he will be an excellent addition to our team. With his unique expertise in game design, we are well positioned to ensure the continued success of our innovation strategy and respond to the growing market demand for Zitro's products.”

Mike Mitchell has over 28 years of experience in leading positions within the gaming industry, as well as in game studio creation and team development.

His early career includes seven years at Anchor Gaming where he served as Director of Game Development.

Mitchell also served for 20 years as Vice President Game Development at Bally

MingFeng has become one of the top 100 national high-tech enterprises in China. Its mission is to turn incredible concepts into practical realities. The company provides services for brands from more than 30 industries, including jewelry, spirit and beverage, commemorative coin, watch, cigar, cosmetic, electronics and health-related products.

MingFeng’s industrial park covers an area of 230,000 square meters, with thousands of skilled staff who can handle an annual output of up to 80 million pieces. Its new facility consolidates operations and maximizes efficiency to

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Technologies/Scientific Games (now Light & Wonder). Mitchell’s career highlights include award-winning, top performing casino cabinets and games as well as being the lead designer and developer of the industry-changing Wave Slot Machine. He has also been awarded 32-plus gaming and slot machine design patents.

“It is with great enthusiasm that I am stepping into the role of Distinguished Designer of Zitro. I look forward to bringing value in terms of strategy, innovation and game development as we enter the next growth stage in the United States,” stated Mike Mitchell.

For more information, go www.zitrogames.com or stop booth #741.

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produce three times more than the current production capacity. MingFeng continues to modernize and utilize the latest equipment and technology that applies to the manufacturing process.

Its dedicated work force assures that customers will receive products at the highest quality, on schedule and at competitive pricing.

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Gaming News AMERIND (Cont’d. from p. 1)

programs and empowers tribal entities to take full control of their workers’ compensation program. The AMERIND Worker’s Compensation program maintains the Tribe’s sovereignty and is tailored to offer maximum effectiveness while reducing overall claim expenses. The product is customized, competitively priced and reliable.

Insuring through AMERIND eliminates the need to comply with state law.

Similar to state workers’ compensation programs, benefits include medical expenses, lost wages, death benefits and disability benefits. AMERIND provides online access to real-time claim Vintage King Audio (Cont’d. from p. 1)

equipment you’ll need is the Dolby Rendering and Mastering Unit (RMU), which is a separate Mac or Windowsbased system that connects to your recording interface via Dante or MADI. The Dolby RMU is the center of the Atmos universe, responsible for processing and rendering objects, managing pans, and authoring Dolby Atmos files. It’s also used for the initial room calibration as well as managing speaker configurations.

"Think of the RMU like an Atmos NANUK (Cont’d. from p. 1)

strong team carry handles. The 975M is the only item that’s special order. The 975W is both a team-carry and wheeled unit, but it’s lighter by removing their innovative retractable handle. It’s still highly mobile with one of the carry handles easily converting into a pull handle.

The 975T is built primarily for team carry scenarios and further reduces weight by removing the retractable handles and wheels. Both are infinitely configA.C. Lighting (Cont’d. from p. 1)

film mode, where users can control eight sections individually and create stunning pixel effects.

Users can control the unit by DMX/RDM, as well as control it using the three rotary knobs that enable quick access to the different control parameters. For remote applications, the EclPanel TWC has available CRMX

by LumenRadio and a four-pin XRL connection, compatible with industry-standard external batteries.

There is a wide range of accessories available, including ones by DoP Choice such as the SnapBag®, SnapGrid®, Rabbit-Ears® and SnapBox®, along with a pole-operated yoke, a trolley bag, rain covers and many more.

MingFeng (Cont’d. from p. 4)

Biomass Technology Company. This division specializes in the research and development of biomass composites and its applications. The biomass com-

information, an experienced claims team with the expertise, deductible and self-insured retention (SIR) options.

Making Good Decisions for Indian Country Dan Kain, business executive with the Puyallup Tribe, said he knew from his first meeting he had shared values with AMERIND. “The Tribe retained AMERIND over a decade ago based on AMERIND’s ability to provide the best coverage and rates, and, more importantly, its ability to protect the Tribe and its assets,” Kain said. “From a cost perspective, AMERIND is very competitive with larger insurance companies.

A policy costs less than the competitors, making it an easy choice,” he continued. “AMERIND serves a niche market – Tribal Governments and Businesses. Tribes Protecting Tribes – it’s a motto that describes them well because they are so engaged in Indian Country. They always approach our discussions with the attitude that we’re all in this together. They want to vet your needs and then make good decisions.”

AMERIND – Your 100 Percent Owned and Trusted Insurance Partner An AM Best A- (Excellent) rated company, AMERIND offers a comprehensive line of affordable insurance products

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designed to fit the needs of Indian Country. Founded in 1986 as an act of unity among more than 400 Tribes, AMERIND is the only 100 percent Tribally owned insurance provider. The New Mexico-based AMERIND has saved Tribe’s millions of dollars – all while strengthening Native American communities and economies and elevating Tribal sovereignty. AMERIND also provides strategic planning for broadband deployment by Tribal governments and business enterprises throughout Indian Country.

For more information, go to www.amerind.com, call 505.404.5000 or stop by booth #1405.

tape machine. It will take your files – usually passed over a digital network like Dante or MADI – from your main machine and render them in your desired deliverable format. While this can be done without a separate machine, Dolby and I recommend using a stand-alone RMU computer."

In order to interface with the Dolby RMU, you’ll need to install the Dolby Atmos Mastering Suite software on your studio computer, which allows you to create, edit, mix, master and render Dolby Atmos content.

While you can technically use any

Dante or MADI-enabled interface to communicate with the Dolby RMU, the Avid MTRX Studio is particularly wellsuited for Atmos systems for a number of reasons. A dedicated Dante port makes it easy to interface with the Dolby RMU for up to 64 channels of audio.

The MTRX Studio also offers 18 dedicated line outputs, enabling you to create a fully immersive 9.1.6 system – plus a pair of studio monitors for traditional mixing and mastering. It’s worth noting that Dolby only requires a 7.1.4 system for certification.

When it comes to speakers, there

urable, with available accessories like a two-level padded divider for photo and video gear, for immediate or future needs. Prices for the 975 series range from $300 to $397.

Long, deep, rugged, and tough, the NANUK 988 will protect and mobilize loads of gear with room to spare. It’s built to go fast with stainless steel ball-bearing wheels and three spring-loaded handles that make it the perfect premium waterproof protective case to go anywhere.

Designed with a long and deep interior of

41.75" x 13.6" x 12.5", it fits lighting equipment, tripods, camera equipment, telescopes and more.

The 988 is part of the Configurable Series, which means it can be adapted to meet changing needs over the life of the product. The base model is equipped with an industry-leading three ultrastrong handles and two large, strong polyurethane wheels with stainless steel ball bearings that make mobility possible on any terrain. If your needs change or if you want to remove weight, the

wheel rigs on the 988 are removable and can be replaced by custom corner caps.

The 988T and 988M are lighter, with no wheels to facilitate team carry deployment and to meet agency restrictions which regulate one-person carry. The 988T and 988M also offer a lower profile for efficient warehousing and tight spaces. Both are available as custom orders. Prices range from $359 to $398.

Since its launch in 2019, the EclPanel TWC has become a reference product for many industry-leading rental houses in the film sector, particularly in the United Kingdom and across Europe. The soft light has also become a reference in virtual studios and TV, with broadcasters including Channel 9 in Australia and Telemadrid in Spain adopting them for their studios.

and media control surfaces, PROLIGHTS high value and high-performance range of lighting, video and effects products, Luminex Networking Intelligence manufacturer of data distribution equipment, Manfrotto and Avenger: Professional Lighting Stands and Accessories, Follow-Me Remote Follow Spot Control Systems, LumenRadio wireless lighting controls, Jands StageCL and Prolyte staging and trussing.

lighting and video products for the entertainment, event, broadcast and installation markets.

PROLIGHTS is headquartered in Minturno, Italy, where the company’s commercial, operational and R&D centers are all located.

PROLIGHTS continues to experience sustained growth across all sectors, with its products found on stages and in studios all over the world.

Founder Franco Sorabella and his son Fabio are both actively involved in the day-to-day running of the business and in the development of the product range.

About A.C. Lighting, Inc. A.C. Lighting, Inc. is a value-added distributor of world-class lighting and associated rigging technologies for the theater, film, television, worship, exhibition and commercial markets. A.C. Lighting Inc. is a North American distributor for premier brands including Chroma-Q® LED lighting, Vista by Chroma-Q lighting

About PROLIGHTS PROLIGHTS is the professional lighting division of Music & Lights S.r.l., an Italian company specialized in the manufacture of technologies for the show industry.

The PROLIGHTS brand was established in 2001 with a focus on the design and manufacture of professional

posites aim at taking full advantage of the abundant forestry residues from the agriculture industry, such as straw, rice husks and wood pulps. MingFeng then uses modified formula design combined with upgraded professional

equipment to produce different types of biomass composites, which are then extruded and molded into useful, everyday commodities.

MingFeng is eager to bring clients the latest trends in packaging products

are a lot of options for creating an Atmos mix room. Variables such as room size and sound, budget, and personal preference can have a big impact on which speakers are best for you.

"Some of the more affordable solutions I would recommend are Adam Audio, JBL and Genelec. All three make high-quality, easily mountable speakers that are great for mixing in Dolby Atmos."

For more information, go to www .vintageking.com, call 818.237.9181 or email customerservice@vintageking.com.

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