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Lighting Control Explained

Posted by Meghan McRae on

Lighting Control Explained

Lighting control systems are used in numerous different theatre and studio applications. They range from single channel follow spot dimmers up to large memory systems, which are used to control hundreds of dimmers.  A basic lighting control system includes four elements: 1. The Control Desk - Used by the lighting operator to control the lighting, usually by pushing buttons, moving sliders or turning knobs. The control desk which can be either manual or computerised, is the brain of the dimming system. 2. The Dimmer Rack - This controls the amount of electricity that is sent to each light. It acts as...

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Everything you need to know about LED Lighting

Posted by Meghan McRae on

Everything you need to know about LED Lighting

LED Lighting is changing the world of stage lighting. Find out why so many people are turning to LED Lighting for all kinds of venues from theatres and halls to pubs and clubs. From the benefits for LED Lights to how to control them find the answers to all your questions. LED Lighting is becoming more and more popular for stage lighting. Nowadays there are many LED stage lighting options available from LED followspots and LED Par Lights to LED Moving Heads and Disco Lights.What is LED Lighting?LED stands for ‘Light Emitting Diode’, a semiconductor device that converts electricity into...

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