Facility Information

FAQs

Lighting Systems

Two Arena lighting systems can be used independently or jointly. Fifty-two metal-halide fixtures provide coverage suitable for color network broadcast of activities on the Arena Floor. There is also dimmer controlled incandescent lighting over the Arena Floor, Level One, Level Two, and Level Three seating areas and exposed hallways. Theatrical lighting resources include a 32-channel ETC control console, 96 Berkely Colortran 6KW dimmers, 12 – 1000 watt PAR fixtures, 4 ellipsoidal fixtures, and 8 Cyc fixtures.

Sound System

Two sound systems are available, depending upon the Arena configuration. Both are permanently suspended from the Arena roof structure but can be raised or lowered with motorized winches. The Altec Lansing loudspeaker cluster is located over the end-stage area and consists of 24 high/mid frequency and 10 low-frequency speakers. The Panasonic Ramsa loudspeaker cluster is located in the center of the Arena and consists of 20 high/mid frequency and 12 low-frequency speakers. Both systems have adjustments for zones, equalization and digital delay and can be used with the perimeter speakers in public hallways and concession areas. These systems are generally used for sporting events.

Additional sound equipment includes several microphones, FM receiver, cassette tape decks, CD players, etc. Two 16 input mixing consoles, Soundcraft Delta 200, Mackie 1604 VLZ Pro with a portable system are the in-house sound boards.

Video Display System

Installed beneath the center hung sound system is a custom, four-sided video display board. The distance from the floor to the bottom of the video display system is 47’, of 57’ if it is partially removed. Proxima Pro AV 9350 projectors with specially designed 6’ x 8’ screens provide crisp and vivid images, with a video feed to concourse monitors at concession stands. No “front-end” video production available; the video display system can support a direct feed only. Videocassette recorder (VHS) and digital video disc (DVD) player are available. 

Scoreboards

Translux basketball scoreboards are mounted in each corner of the Arena with scoring, timekeeping, and player statistic displays. Auxiliary scoreboards are located on Level Two, directly behind the goal at each end of the basketball court. The Arena also uses Fair-Play Shot Clocks with game time display.

Production Equiptment

• Stage curtains, rope and stanchion
• Truck Ramp and 10,000 lbs. capacity hydraulic loading dock
• 5,000 lbs. fork lift, with a 14’6” mast
• 26’ Genie personnel lift

Loading Area

Accessible from the East parking lot, the Arena Floor and loading bays are at street level. The Arena has two direct back-in bays, providing sheltered workspace and a secure holding area. Trucks can also back up to the stage one at a time, or line up in the parking lot and load eight at once! Tour trucks and buses park directly outside the loading bay and holding area. Shore power service station is available for a maximum of four buses. The exterior freight door is 14’x 13’.

Show Vehicle Parking

All show and production parking will be advanced with Taco Bell Arena production. A lot is available adjacent to the loading bay and the back gate.

Rigging

Fifteen fixed batten line-sets (motorized winch) with 4,000 lb. load capacity and 10 line-sets with 2,000 lb. load capacity and anchor points every 20’ on square, in the Arena Floor to accommodate circus rigging. The Arena roof structure is completely exposed iron trusses, 72’ high, and level in relation to the Arena Floor. Parallel I-beams run perpendicular to each truss section on 3’-12’ centers, with cross and diagonal supports installed every 10’ between the spans. Maximum load capacity is 100,000 lbs. (specifications available). Extensive catwalk system and fall-protection provide complete access. The stage can be located anywhere on the Arena Floor.

Stage

• Wenger Showmaster portable staging, with 30”- 60” height adjustment
• Complete flexibility to accommodate various sizes and configurations through the use of 4’ x 8’ platforms 
• Maximum stage size is approximately 60’ x 40’ (96 units)
• Wenger 4’ x 8’ riser platforms at 16” or 24” height (12 units)
• Two sets of stairs, skirting, and barricade available

Stagehands

Stagehands are in-house (non-union) and/or established union contractors, depending upon requirements.

Spotlights

• Six 1.6 KW Xenon Super Troupers
• Eight follow spot locations (four corners, four sides) provide 360° coverage, at 65’ elevation
• Spot bays are isolated from the public
• In-house intercom system (Clear-Com) to production areas, or hard-wired “dry” lines are available

Electrical

Power sources in Taco Bell Arena include:

• 2 – 400 Amp 3 Phase (approx. 25’ from USC-end-stage, CAM-LOK)
• 1 – 200 Amp 3 Phase (approx. 25’ from USC-end-stage, CAM-LOK)
• 1 – 800 Amp 3 Phase (approx. 100’ from end-stage configuration)
• A show power service station is available for a maximum of four buses

All electronic wiring, ropes and cables that cannot be placed overhead must be covered and marked as a trip hazard.

Generator

The Arena maintains a fully automated, emergency backup generator in the event of a power outage. The generator provides power to handle Arena life-safety equipment and the basic functions of the public address system.

Pyrotechnics

Pyrotechnics require appropriate notice and documentation, including a Certificate of Insurance and show script with technical specifications. Taco Bell Arena will coordinate all processing of permits, fees, tests, and pre-event demonstrations, as required by the Fire Marshall. Pyrotechnics must be licensed in advance and coordinated by the Arena Production Staff.