The low-heat 200W and 400W Pocket Par system represent the latest development in ARRI’s line of high-performance daylight lampheads. Both models have been developed for fast and safe set-up and operation, providing the freedom to supply high quality light output where higher wattage lights were previously required. They are ideal for lighting commercials, interviews or feature films - in the studio or on location - or where space is at a premium. Both models offer interchangeable accessories to make the one light source perform in a variety of ways. The 200W Par has a four-lens set and the 400W Par adds a fifth lens for greater control. Both systems utilize ARRI’s Frosted Super Wide Lens, for smooth and even coverage.
For fast news gathering or field production where portability is the key, Pocket Lite is ARRI’s solution for a lensless daylight fixture. Using the Pocket Par lamp housing, ARRI has added a high-quality textured, low heat dichroic reflector to provide a flexible solution for fast set-up and operation. The result is a diffused reflected light with a powerful even beam. A unique focus mechanism provides an extremely smooth field, with focusability from 17° to 85° on the Lite 400W and from 18° to 60° on the 200W.
Finally ARRI’s Pocket Lighthouse will add another dimension to lighting applications in the form of a glass dome shutter system. The Lighthouse has a sharp variable beam - from very narrow up to 180°. The clear lamp dome gives a bright, even field for hard lighting applications and the frosted lamp dome provides a soft-edged smooth finish. These domes can be used on their own or with black wrap to create added texture, or with Chinese lanterns or softboxes to create a softer source.
(Ruth Rossington)
