The Exterior 1200's CMY system blends the colours cyan, magenta and yellow to achieve a full spectrum of colours. Further colour options are also provided on a four-colour wheel.
The Exterior 1200 houses an efficient 1200W metal halide lamp capable of reaches of nine stories and above. Its optical performance results in a uniform distribution of light and colour, and an opti-white front glass gives a pure white light. Ellipsoidal beam shapers and other optical accessories provide precise optical control for pin-point illumination of columns, pylons and very tall structures.
Narrow and medium models provide designers with a variable zoom and the possibility of varying beam angles from 7° to 19° or 12° to 29°. This offers the flexibility of re-focusing on-site in order to achieve a perfect distribution of light and colour.
The Exterior 1200 is weatherproof rated at IP65 which guarantees reliable operation in harsh, weather-beaten environments. An efficient cooling system means the luminaire is effective in even the hottest environments. The Exterior 1200 is the only true weather-protected 1200W dynamic luminaire on the market, says the company. It is also suitable for marine environments such as cruise ships and bridges and has been wind load tested, an important factor for tower or bridge installations.
Air inside the product is circulated through a sealed heat exchange that is cooled by an IP65 fan on the base of the product. The air then passes and cools critical components before absorbing heat and circulating back to the heat exchange where it is once again cooled. This process ensures safe operating temperatures while keeping dust and pollutants out.
The Exterior 1200 has been made with low installation costs and freedom from maintenance in mind. A fully adjustable tilt angle allows the fixture to be oriented in any position. A convenient service hatch provides immediate front access for easy re-lamping, reducing service costs and securing the designer's aiming position.
DMX controllable from an external controller or PC software, the Exterior 1200 can also operate via a built-in program or master/slave relationship. The LCD display also allows effortless diagnosis of factors such as lamp life, fan speed and temperature.
Available in the summer of 2007 will be the Exterior 1200 Image Projector. Designed for night-time environments, the Exterior 1200 Image Projector provides drama with illuminated textures and animated effects such as reflected water, ripples, flames, clouds, rain, snow and more.
(Chris Henry)
