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ILDA and Laserist mailing lists


About the mailing lists

ILDA runs two main email lists:

  • The ILDA List is for ILDA Members only. It contains news from ILDA and also allows Members to post messages discussing ILDA- and laser-related topics.
         One important benefit of the ILDA List is inquiry referrals. When ILDA receives an inquiry from someone looking for a laser show or laser equipment, the inquiry is passed along only to ILDA List members.

  • The Laserist List provides ILDA and industry news for anyone who is interested in laser shows (both Members and non-members). This list is "read-only" -- messages only are sent from ILDA to subscribers. Subscribers cannot directly post messages to the Laserist List.

ILDA's BuySell mailing list

We also run ILDA's BuySell mailing list, for those selling or needing lasershow-related items. This list has slightly different procedures and rules, so there is a separate page about the BuySell mailing list.


Subscribing and unsubscribing

How to subscribe to the ILDA and Laserist lists

  • ILDA List -- For ILDA Members: When you first joined ILDA, your contact email address was automatically added to the ILDA and Laserist Lists. If you are not on the ILDA List for some reason, you can write directly to ILDA and ask to have your email address added. Be sure to include your company name or other means of identifying your ILDA membership.

  • Laserist List -- for anyone, Member or non-member: If you want to subscribe to the Laserist List, please use the form below:

Automated subscribe request for the Laserist List
 
Your email address:
 

Please, no AOL addresses. Due to problems with AOL blocking
ILDA's mailing list, we must remove any AOL addresses.
 If you have an AOL account, please use an alternate address,
perhaps from a free source such as Gmail, Hotmail or Yahoo.

 

How to unsubscribe from a list

To unsubscribe from either list, simply send an email message (any message; the subject and content do not matter) to the list's unsubscribe address:

Note that this MUST be sent using the same email address that is already registered with the list. You will receive a confirmation email, letting you know that you have unsubscribed. Depending on the list, you may need to reply to this message to complete the unsubscribing process.

  • For ILDA Members: If you do not renew your Membership, then you will be automatically removed from the ILDA List after the renewal deadline has passed.

Subscribing to other lists (for ILDA Members only)

ILDA also has other specialized mailing lists for ILDA internal use. These include lists for the Technical Committee, the Awards Committee, the Safety Committee and the Board. If you are interested in a committee but not on its list, contact ILDA's Executive Director to be added to the list.
 


Reading messages from the lists

You will receive any and all messages sent to the lists. They will simply appear in your email Inbox just like other email.

As of 2013, there are typically only a few messages per week. At certain times, however, there may be many per day. If this bothers you, just wait it out! Delete any unwanted messages.

If you get a "Bounce notice" saying messages to you have been bouncing

You may get an email stating "Hi! This is the ezmlm program. I'm managing the [listname] mailing list.... Messages to you from the mailing list seem to have been bouncing.... If this message bounces too, I will send you a probe. If the probe bounces, I will remove your address from the mailing list, without further notice."

This means that the automated mailing list program (called "ezmlm") could not deliver a message from the ILDA List to your email inbox. This could be due to your server being down temporarily, or because a spam filter blocked the message. One good sign is that you got the bounce notice message, so at least you know that the ezmlm program is sending to an email address which you are receiving.

First, check the email address that the list is sending to. You can see this both from the address used by the bounce notice, and from the notice itself which contains the header of the message that bounced. It may be that your list address was temporarily "out of order".

Assuming that your list address is valid, check your spam settings. If possible, change the settings as shown:

If everything seems OK with your email address and spam settings, it could be "just one of those things" where a one-time problem caused the bounce. Just keep an eye on your inbox in subsequent days and weeks to be sure you still get messages from the ILDA and/or Laserist lists.

If these still do not work, contact ILDA and we will try to help.
 


How to send messages to the lists

How ILDA Members can send a message to the ILDA List

ILDA List subscribers can use this email address to send messages to the ILDA List:

Note that only people who are on the ILDA List, can send email to the list. This means that to send messages, you must use the same email address that is registered with the list. For example, if you were subscribed using "bob.smith@yahoo.com", then you must send from that account. Otherwise, the message will be rejected and you'll get a "Failure notice" sent from the automated list manager.

  • If you get a "Failure notice", try sending with a different email address. Remember, you must use the same email address that is registered with the list. Maybe you signed up for the list with one account, but now you use another account more often.

  • If you need to change your email address, send a message to ILDA's Executive Director. Let him or her know what your old email account might be (so it can be tracked down and removed) and what new email address you want to use.

How ILDA Members can reply to ILDA List messages

ILDA List subscribers who want to reply to a message can simply click the "Reply" button in your email program. The "To" field will automatically be filled with the sender's email address.

  • To reply privately to the person who sent the message, you don't need to do anything else. Their address is already in the "To" field of the message you are writing.

  • To reply to the entire list, clear the "To" field, and manually enter the list address as shown below. Everyone on the list will see your reply.

If you click on the "Reply to all" button instead, the "To" field will be filled both with the sender's email address, and the list's email address. The only problem with this is that the sender will receive two copies of your reply! (One to him or her personally, and one to him or her as a member of the list.)

How non-members can send a message to either list

Non-members cannot directly post to either the ILDA List or the Laserist List. However, if you have a message you feel is appropriate for these lists, you can send your proposed message to ILDA's Executive Director, and ask him/her to forward it to the appropriate list(s). ILDA retains the decision on whether or not to post the message.

If you are looking for an ILDA Member to provide a laser show or product, see the ILDA Inquiries and Referral Service page. Inquiries are reviewed by ILDA and are then sent to all ILDA List subscribers (e.g., all ILDA Members).
 


Message content guidelines and abuse policy

Message content on the lists are the responsibility of the person posting. Messages do not necessarily reflect ILDA's policies or positions.

The ILDA List is unmoderated. Any messages sent from a subscriber's email address will automatically be posted to the ILDA List within a few minutes. ILDA is not responsible for the content of these messages.

Only infrequent, short marketing messages allowed on the ILDA List

On the ILDA List, occasional brief commercial messages are permitted, such as for new products or press releases. However, these are NOT marketing or sales lists.

If you want to buy or sell lasershow-related items, subscribe to ILDA's BuySell mailing list. This is an "opt-in" list, so it is specifically targeted to people who welcome commercial messages.

Abuse policy: ILDA List subscribers may post commercial messages no more than a couple of times per year. If we feel this is being abused, we will first warn a subscriber. We will take into account both how many messages have been sent, and their content (truly special announcements, or just routine sales?). If the abuse continues, we will remove the subscriber temporarily or permanently from the list. Since ILDA is the list owner, this is our right to do so based on our sole opinion.

Message content must conform to the ILDA Code of Ethics

The ILDA List is not moderated. ILDA does not filter or restrict content in advance.  We merely provide an automated method to send and receive messages. All content in a message is solely the responsibility of the person posting.

The ILDA Board reserves the right to temporarily or permanently remove an ILDA List subscriber for violations of the ILDA Code of Ethics and/or Code of Business Practice, or for actions detrimental to the List and/or to ILDA.

Abuse policy: If we feel the privilege of posting is being abused, we will first warn a subscriber. We will take into account both how many messages have been sent, and their content. If the abuse continues, we will remove the subscriber temporarily or permanently from the list. Since ILDA is the list owner, this is our right to do so based on our sole opinion.
 


Other topics

List archives (reading past messages)

To help prevent spam, the following information is a screen capture (picture) describing how to get past messages from the ILDA List. The blue links are NOT clickable. Please type these links if you need to use them.

You do not have to include a subject or any text. Simply send an email using the indicated  address, and the automated system will send back the information you request. Further technical details on the archive system are available in the list instruction manual.

For the Laserist List, substitute "laserist-list" for "ilda-list" in the blue instructions above.
 

If you have questions or problems

The mailing list system has an automated help system. To send a "help" request, send email to the following address(es). You do not need to add a subject or any message -- just sending the message is sufficient.

You will receive an email reply from the list system, with instructions about various commands and features.

If you need additional assistance, or if you want to send a one-time message without joining a list, send an email to ILDA's Executive Director.
 


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ILDA WEBSITE AT-A-GLANCE

 
   Most-used website pages

Home page
What's new with ILDA  (latest news)
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Become a Member  (for non-members)
Become Accredited (for laser show companies)
Renew for this year  (for Members)
Member Management website
Contact us  (address, phone, etc.)

Safety links & articles

 

    For laser show clients

Find a laser display company:
      Directory of ILDA Accredited Professionals
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      Directory of ILDA Members, alphabetical
      Directory of ILDA Members, geographical

      Directory of ILDA Members, searchable database

      Members new & renewed for 2012
          2011  2010  2009  2008  2007
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Submit an inquiry about a specific project
      Why hire an ILDA-related company
      Contact ILDA

See our Members' work:
      Places to see laser shows
      Latest shows and projects
      New products and services
     
Press releases from our members
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      Sign up for Laserist list email
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      Laser art book: "World of Manick Sorcar"

     
Articles by and about ILDA

Why use lasers:
     
Complete Guide to Laser Shows
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      Why lasers?
     
Atmospheric beam effects
     
Animated graphics
     
The show
      
Technology

Consumer protection:
    
 ILDA Accreditation helps ensure qualifications
      ILDA Code of Ethics protects you
      Ethics Complaint Form (file a complaint)
      Ethics Complaint List (active complaints)
      What does it mean that a company is an ILDA Member?

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      Internet and eBay fraud warning
      Safety links & articles
      Laser effects on cameras and camcorders
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     Are you being harassed by lasers?

     
For laser pointers:
        Safety warning: "DVD Laser Flashlight Hack"

        Laser Pointer Safety website

Inquiries and referrals (find a company, book a show, ask a question)
 

   For all laserists

Become an ILDA Member
ILDA Pro (IAPLC) accreditation

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Laser Safety Officer course
Online Store website
ILDA mailing lists:
      ILDA and Laserist mailing lists
      ILDA BuySell mailing list
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Safety links & articles
Technical standards
Links to related sites

 

 
   For ILDA members

Members-Only pages:
     
How to get a Members-Only password
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      New Member information
      ILDA Award photos for Members
   
  ILDA logos for Member use
   
  ILDA logo policy
      ILDA marketing materials (flyers)
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  Insurance
    
 Insurance & shipping liability
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     Audience scanning: Measurements and MPE levels

     Audience scanning: Suggested practices
    
U.S. national laser laws and regulations 
     2011 relaxation of CDRH reporting requirements
     U.S. import laws:

           U.S. laser laws affecting importers
           CDRH-ILDA letters, Nov. 2007
           Discussion of U.S. import laws
      Local laser laws and regulations
      Avoiding damage to cameras and projectors
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     "Undergraduate Photons" paper
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 ILDA Bylaws
      Types of voting
    
 Board meeting minutes:
            2013
            2012    2011
            2010    2009

            2008    2007 
            2006 and earlier

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     ILDA tradeshow reports:
            SIB, April 2008 in Rimini
            Show-way, Feb. 2008, Bergamo
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            LDI, Nov. 2007, Orlando
            PALME, May 2007, Dubai

Member Management website & Online Store
Password help

Update your listings
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Renewals:
      Quick and easy renewal process
      Members who renewed for 2011
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      Members who renewed for 2010
      Members who renewed for 2009


Membership information:
      Member Management website (renew, conference registration, etc.)
      How to check your Membership status & listings

      How to update your Membership listing
      How to renew your Membership

      How to make payments via PayPal or credit card
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      Membership FAQ
      Branch office policy
     
Restrictions on Individual & Student Members

Membership benefits:
      Networking
      Membership listings
     
Annual Conference
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Use the ILDA Member logo
     
Enter the ILDA Awards
     
Receive inquiries
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Member Discount Program
 
    Insurance
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Help set standards
    
 Access to ILDA Standards
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Work on committees
     
Ethics Committee
    
 Input to regulatory agencies
     
"Self-help"

Member Discount Program
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Ethics and business:
      Code of Ethics
     
Code of Business Practice
     
Code of Bus. Pr. FAQ
      Ethics Complaint Form
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Intellectual property tips

      2010 warning - OpenGL artware piracy

Accreditation & certification programs
      Overview
      Required elements
      "ILDA Professional" IAPLC program

Laser safety basics

 

 

 
   About ILDA

Contact us
Permission to reprint ILDA material
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What we do:
     Our mission
     Protecting the industry
     What does it mean that a company is an ILDA Member?
     ILDA's power and limits

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     Articles by and about ILDA


Board, Executive Director & committees:
     
Board and Executive Director
     
Board duties
      Running and voting for the Board
     
Committees
      Volunteer opportunities
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      ILDA's power and limits

Our history:
     Founding meeting, 1986
     Founding Members, 1986
  
  ILDA timeline, 1986-present
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List of past ILDA Award winners
    
List of past ILDA Conferences
    
List of past Board members
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     Current "What's new" page (for this year)
     Past "What's new" pages:
            2012  2011  2010
  2009  2008

            2007  2006

 
 

   The ILDA Conference

Nov 2013, Aalen, Germany
Future conferences

Previous conferences:
     2012 Nov., San Antonio, Texas
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2011 Nov., Moscow
          Post-conference report
    
Pre-conference information:
          Overview, registration, attendees

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     2010 Sept., cruise #2 from Miami
          Tim Walsh's diary
          Attendees
          Pre-conference information:
               Overview and registration
               Reservations and travel
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      2009 June, Amsterdam
          Overview and photos
          Technology Workshop
           Pre-conference information:
               ILDA Member registration
               Non-member registration
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 2008 Sept., cruise from Miami
            Post-conference report
            Tim Walsh's diary
            Attendees

            Pre-conference information:
                Overview
                Photo preview
                Reservations and getting there
     
          Conference registration
        
       Sponsorship opportunities
                Logo contest (deadline 6/30)
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      2007 March, Heshan, China:
           About the 2007 Conference
           List of attendees
     
2006 March, Rimini, Italy
     
List of past conferences

About conferences:
      Conferences: A general overview
      Conference hosting guide
 
 

   The ILDA Awards

2012 Award winners

Previous ILDA Award winners

    
List of all artistic & tech winners
     List of all Career Achievement Award winners
     Winners by year:
                                        2012   2011

         
2010  2009  2008  2007  2006
         
2005  2004  2003  2002  2001
         
2000  1999  1998  1997  1996
         
1995  1994  1993  1992  1991
         
1990  1989  1988     

Awards overview
Judging guidelines

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2013 entry forms

2012 entry forms
2011 entry forms
ILDA Award trophy photos (Members only)

 

   The Laserist magazine