Selasa, 19 April 2016

The Plus Point Of Moving Head Lights

By Nancy Sanders


A lot of modern day bars, nightclubs and music venues will have some stage lights fitted to enhance the performances they put on. Some very simple effects may be achieved with a standard lighting unit such as can lights, spotlights or laser beam boxes. A far better way to put on a stunning show is to have Moving head lights installed at your premises and there are many benefits.

This lighting can be bought in a number of sizes and selecting the most appropriate units for your premises is extremely important. Some units can be used as standalone floor rigs but usually they will be attached to a ceiling or a metal light rack. The effects can be controlled manually, programmed to a determined routine or through sound linked to the music system that is in operation.

This model of professional lighting is very versatile and the units are constructed to rotate through 360 degrees and are directed in different paths. Various color options can be selected depending on what kind of bulbs have been fitted. More variations may be obtained by using multiple light units or when connected to a specialist DMX controller.

If the lighting rig is operated using the sound activation option they will rotate and swivel in conjunction with the broadcast music. The way in which they move will be very random and not controlled and can alter depending on the volume levels. When they have been connected to a control box they can be programmed in advance to operate to a sequence selected by the operator.

A degree of manual operation can often be achieved by using one DMX and this is often an advantage when focusing on a performer who will move around while they are performing. A Spotlight effect may be aimed at many different areas of the stage. Many variations in shapes and colors may also be input and will then be beamed out from a unit.

For some better effects a moving head can be synchronized to a DMX box enabling a different combination of movements and patterns. Images can also be projected on to different areas of the room and some interesting effects created. The amount of bulbs in the light and the channels used to program it will determine the level of effects that may be achieved.

If you choose to buy and fit a complex system that can be programmed you will need the correct type of cabling and plug fittings to connect everything. A lighting system should always be fitted by a qualified electrician and checked for operational safety. Much of the cabling and connecting plugs can be quite costly but it is advisable to get the best quality that you can.

Every lighting rig will need some ammount of routine maintenance. The bulbs will blow after time and will require replacing. Lenses need cleaning of dust to keep a sharp image. Inside the unit itself the motors that swivel the lights will need inspecting to ensure they continue to function properly.




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