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The Plus Point Of Moving Head Lights

By Nancy Sanders


Many bar rooms and music clubs will have some kind of lighting installed to create an instant eye catching show. These will usually include different colored cans, flashing lights or maybe just a single moveable white spotlight. A far better and more effective way to create a visual display is to add Moving head lights to your equipment and there are many advantages.

This kind of light is available in various size and wattage options for you to choose from when you are searching for your units. They can be ceiling mounted or on specially designed lighting rigs and even left free standing on dance floors and stages. The lighting music is either activated via sensors or by purchasing some extra equipment they can easily be programmed or operated manually.

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 you choose to use theses lights using sound activation the beams rotate in time with the beat of the music track. The volume level of the music will affect the direction and spin with the effect seeming random. By linking lights to a DMX unit a technician will be able to program sequences to achieve better effect for that track or for the entire performance.

This versatile type of lighting can also controlled manually by using a controller and this can be a very useful option when lighting a solo performer who moves around on the stage. A single spotlight can be aimed on a singer and can be kept on them constantly as they move around the area. Multiple colors and abstract shapes may also be controlled by the individual who is operating the box.

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 a professional programmable system is being fitted in your premises it should be noted that some special cables and connecting plugs will also need to be fitted to complete the installation and make everything function. These lighting systems should only be installed by a qualified lighting technician. Some of the cables and plugs are often expensive and you should try to source and buy the best quality that is on the market and within your budget.

Carrying out some regular upkeep is very important with any kind of professional lighting system that is going to get a lot of use. Cleaning of the lenses and replacement of blown bulbs will ensure that the lights will last considerably longer and operate more efficiently. All of the small electric motors that govern the motion should be checked regularly, well cleaned, lubricated and kept in a good operating condition.




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