In smaller installations where cost is a major factor, providing a dimmer channel for each outlet in the venue is unlikely to be viable. This is where the patch bay comes in. In this scenario each of the outlets in the rig is hard-wired back to a central patch bay that provides a flying lead systems located next to the dimmers. In this way, depending on the show, the lights required can be chosen from the patch bay and plugged into the dimmer offering a degreee of flexibility that could not be achieved easily in any other way. The Redback Patch Bays have been designed to compliment the Redback Wallmount series of installation dimmers/relays. Utilising the same styling methods, the result is a highly compact series of patch bays, that offer the installer and user unhindered access and ease of use. The system is modular and based on modules of 12-circuits each with a choice of either Australian "piggy back" style plugs as shown in the photo on the right or Wieland GST18 connectors for countries where the Australian style connector is not suitable. The optional digital Test Module caps off the product group by adding safe and reliable load and source testing with overload indicators and circuit protection. An added bonus of using this module is the provision of an outlet for an LED gooseneck light ensuring there is enough light in the area to see what you are doing.