Common Uses
Bright light that travels with the talent
Requires operator
Reflector
Elliptical
Light Source Options
Incandescent
Dimmable through lighting console
Easier for operator
Smaller
1,000-2,000 watt only
Matches tungsten source color temperature
Enclosed Arc
Use of ballast transformer
Dimmable only by dousing fixture
More difficult operation
Brighter
Larger
Cooler Color Temperature (HMI)
Condenser lens /Objective lens system for sharp imaging
Soft focus trombone
Shutter Control
"Choppers"
Light "winks" out
Color
Boomerang with 5-6 color choices
Douse capability
Self canceling color selector
Operator Considerations
Fan cooled
Handles on iris, shutters, bomerang, control
Adjustable pan and tilt brakes
Sizes
Truss mounts
Follow spot booths
Examples
Lycian
Follow Spots
Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center
Arena & Auditorium Technical Specifications
Xenon Super Trouper