Patent ID: 6203172
Filing Date: 2001-03-20
Classification: F21V,F21W

Abstract:
A low-temperature theatrical lighting system comprising:a frame structure comprising (i) a windows (ii) a first pair of opposing tubular frame members, and (iii) a second pair of opposing frame members secured to the first pair frame of members, the frame members being disposed along a perimeter of the window;a plurality of fluorescent lamp sockets secured to each said frame member of the first pair of frame members;a plurality of fluorescent lamps disposed within the window, each said fluorescent lamp extending parallel to one another and being connected to an opposing pair of the fluorescent lamp sockets;a plurality of dimmable electronic ballasts disposed within each said frame member of the first pair of tubular frame members for controlling an intensity of light emitted from the fluorescent lamps, each said ballast being electrically connected to a non-adjacent pair of the fluorescent lamp sockets; anda reflective panel removable secured to the frame members for selectively directing a beam of light emitted from the fluorescent bulbs, each said frame member of the second pair of frame members including a pivot for allowing the frame structure to pivot freely about an axis for directing the beam of light emitted.