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* Opening or closing the projector [[dowser]] | * Opening or closing the projector [[dowser]] | ||
* Activating the projector [[change-over]] function | * Activating the projector [[change-over]] function | ||
* Turn the lamphouse on or off | |||
Cue proximity detectors were programmed to detect [[inboard]] foil cues, [[outboard]] foil cues, and crossframe foil cues. Several manufacturers produced foil cue readers, and many multiplex managers customized the technology to fit their specific needs. As foil cue position and function were never standardized for all theaters, they could not be applied in advance by the [[laboratory]], [[distributor]], or [[exchange]] manager. Foil cues were always applied by the projectionist with an eye towards the venue's specific needs, often during the print inspection and make-up process. | Cue proximity detectors were programmed to detect [[inboard]] foil cues, [[outboard]] foil cues, and crossframe foil cues. Several manufacturers produced foil cue readers, and many multiplex managers customized the technology to fit their specific needs. As foil cue position and function were never standardized for all theaters, they could not be applied in advance by the [[laboratory]], [[distributor]], or [[exchange]] manager. Foil cues were always applied by the projectionist with an eye towards the venue's specific needs, often during the print inspection and make-up process. | ||
Consequently, an inboard foil cue could trigger a change-over on one system while triggering an auditorium lighting change on another. Best practices dictated that a projectionist remove cues from a print at the conclusion of its run; otherwise, the existing cues could inadvertently trigger undesired automation at the next venue. | Consequently, an inboard foil cue could trigger a change-over on one system while triggering an auditorium lighting change on another. Best practices dictated that a projectionist remove cues from a print at the conclusion of its run; otherwise, the existing cues could inadvertently trigger undesired automation at the next venue. | ||
== Archival Implications== | == Archival Implications== | ||