- Exposed to mist, humidity, salt spray and temperature swings. IP65 waterproof required.
- Comply with IEC 60825 standards. Lasers sync precisely with fountains to ensure no beams reach audiences.
- Integrate with fountain PLC, audio and central control systems.
- 24/7 stable operation with annual failure rate <1%. Multi-department permits required.
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Light & Water Show
Perfect Fusion
For urban central lakes and scenic water areas, our IP65 waterproof, millisecond-sync laser systems redefine light and water. Beyond ordinary waves and beams, they blend into a flowing light stage, narrating the unique stories of every city.
Unique Challenges of Cultural
Water Dance Shows
Unlike regular performances, permanent/semi-permanent outdoor water light shows face strict standards:
"A water show was closed for 3 months due to uncertified lasers short-circuiting in rain.."
—EPC Project Manager
DarkTone AquaLaser™ Full-Stack
Delivery System
We developed the professional AquaLaser™ laser system paired with an intelligent operation & maintenance platform for scenic water shows, ensuring easy construction, smooth official approval and long-term stable operation.
Millisecond Triple Sync System
- TourLite Laser Series
- Laser, fountain & music linkage, supporting LTC, MIDI Clock, Art-Net.
- Global Fountain Compatibility
- Compatible with global projects, supporting WET Design and Emotion Media.
- SafeMount™ Quick-Rig System
- Jet tracking algorithm; pre-program & real-time manual control.
TourLite Aqua Edition Laser
IEC IP65 certified, dustproof and waterproof for misty fountain sites.
40–100W laser with 35W peak green power for clear beams in mist.
≤1.0 mrad narrow beam for precise fountain effects, compliant with ILDA, IEC & ANSI standards.
Support & Compliance
Global Compliance Certificates
With CMA, IP65, safety calculation, 50,000hrs reliability & emergency plan, meeting IEC, ANSI, ILDA standards.
Safety Zoning
Dynamic laser-free zones for waterfront safety; automatically avoid crowds to reduce on-site risks.
Safe Commercial Use
MTBF ≥50,000hrs with complete emergency solutions for long-term global water shows.
Core Hardware
ourLite Aqua Edition
Features | Application Value |
|---|---|
| Full IP65 Protection | Resists fountain mist, coastal salt spray & freeze-thaw cycles |
| Optional 100W High Power | Covers lakes up to 500m wide for stunning night shows |
| Beam Divergence ≤1.0 mrad | Precise water column outlining with distortion-free graphics |
| RDM Remote Management | Batch setup & status monitoring to simplify maintenance |
| Operating Temp: -20℃ ~ +60℃ | Stable operation in all climate zones worldwidexible angle adjustment |
Smart Operation & Long-Term Support
Cut full-lifecycle equipment costs
Remote Monitoring
Real-time status, temp & runtime monitoring; auto alerts for humidity, galvanometer faults
Aerial geometric patterns
Core parts support on-site replacement to cut overseas downtime without factory returns.
Annual Maintenance
One-stop maintenance package including optical calibration and firmware upgrade
Global Support Network
Overseas centers stock spares with 48h response for steady global operation
Proven
on the Global
Light & Water Shows
Light & Water Shows
Central Park Lake in a first-tier city (300m wide)
- Demand:
- Create urban night tourism landmark; lasers synchronized with 200 fountain sets
- Solution:
- 12×TourLite Aqua 60W, 48 moving head lights, PLC linkage & dynamic safety mask
- Result:
- Over 2 million annual visitors, certified National Night Cultural Tourism Demonstration Project
Jiangnan Immersive Water Night Show
- Demand:
- River laser projection matched with water screens and folk music
- Solution:
- 6 TourLite Aqua 40W lasers, MIDI Clock sync, fog system
- Result:
- 2 years of incident-free operation, core scenic revenue driver
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I coordinate laser, lighting and fountain control for water screen shows?
Direct answerUse a synchronised control system that supports DMX, timecode and a pre-programmed timeline, so laser animation, lighting changes and fountain actions run from a single show sequence.
How the Systems Connect
System Interface Typical cue source Laser ILDA or Art-Net Show timeline in the laser software Lighting DMX512 Console cue stack or merged timeline Fountain DMX or PLC signal Valve and pump cues from the media server Audio Timecode Master playback track Coordination Principles
- Drive everything from one master timeline so no subsystem runs independently
- Keep fountain height changes slightly slower than the visual cue for a smoother result
- Merge the lighting console output instead of running two separate controllers
- Program a safe idle state that all three systems return to between shows
Ask DarkTone to design your show control chainTest the full chain including fountain response time before dress rehearsal, because valve delays often shift the visual timing.
- What factors affect the viewing effect of outdoor water screen laser shows?
Direct answerAmbient brightness, wind speed and mist density have the biggest impact on clarity. Laser power and projection angle should be tuned on site so the picture stays readable in real conditions.
What Changes the Result
Factor Effect on the image Practical response Ambient brightness Washes out contrast at dusk and near city lighting Adjust power and start the show later Wind speed Distorts the water screen and blurs the picture Reduce fountain height, use simpler scenes Mist density Adds glow to beams but softens graphics Favour beam effects over detailed graphics Viewing distance Detail drops quickly with distance Scale up key shapes and text Fountain stability Surface movement affects sharpness Tune timing to stable fountain phases On-Site Tuning Routine
- Run a test sequence at the planned show time, not during daylight
- Walk the main viewing positions and adjust brightness for the worst one
- Agree a wind threshold at which graphic scenes are replaced by beam scenes
- Record the final settings so the same result can be reproduced each night
Ask DarkTone for on-site tuning supportSettings that look correct in the afternoon often fail after dark, so always tune and approve the show at the real start time.
- What safety precautions apply to water screen laser projects near water?
Direct answerIsolate the power supply against water splash, set laser safety exclusion zones, and control both direct beams and reflections from the water surface.
Main Risks and Controls
Risk Control measure Water contact with power equipment Splash-proof enclosures, elevated and sealed connections, earth leakage protection Direct beam into the audience Exclusion zones, beam height limits and physical barriers Reflection off water surface Beam angles chosen to avoid specular reflection toward people Loss of control in wind Wind monitoring with a shutdown threshold for the show Fault during the show Emergency stop accessible to the operator and the site manager Setup Discipline
- Treat all cabling as wet-location work and inspect it before every show
- Mark exclusion zones on the ground and brief venue staff on enforcement
- Keep service access dry and separate from visitor walkways
- Check the whole chain again after any change in wind direction or fountain height
Ask DarkTone to review your water show safety layoutWater changes the beam path and creates reflection risks, so the safety distance should be verified on site rather than assumed from the plan.
- What should water screen laser animation content focus on?
Direct answerDesign the content for a diffusing surface: simple, high-contrast graphics and a story rhythm that matches the lighting and fountain movement.
Design Rules for Water Screens
- Use bold shapes and strong contrast, because the water screen softens fine detail
- Avoid thin lines, small text and rapid flicker that disappear in the mist
- Keep animation speed moderate so images stay readable against the moving water
- Time scene changes to fountain height and lighting colour changes
- Build in a few seconds of low-detail imagery for wind-affected moments
Production Workflow
- Agree the show structure and music first, then design visuals to fit
- Test a short sequence on the real water screen before final rendering
- Prepare a simplified version of complex scenes for high wind or heavy mist
- Deliver files in the format the show control system reads, with cues already mapped
Talk to DarkTone about water screen show designA short on-site test sequence saves a full re-render later, because water screens never show detail the way a flat surface does.
Get Your Custom Cultural
Touring Solution
We offer services tailored to each stage of your project:
Preliminary Planning
CAD-based feasibility analysis & equipment layoutSystem Integration
Fountain, audio & control system joint debuggingLong-term Operation
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Contact Person
- Full Name:
- Lumi Deng
- Tel:
+86 13414288613
- Email:
- sales1@darktone.com
- WhatsApp:
- 8613414288613
- Address:
- No.23 industrial area,jianggao town, Baiyun District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, P.R.China