FAQs
Conventional Fixtures and LEDs What are conventional lighting fixtures?
What are LED fixtures and how are they different from conventional fixtures?
What is the difference between RGBW, RGBA, CMY, and other color mixing systems?
What are uplights and when should I use them?
Event Lighting Basics What is event lighting and why does it matter?
What are the main types of lighting fixtures used in events?
What is the difference between functional lighting and creative lighting?
What does IP65 mean for lighting fixtures?
How much power does event lighting require?
What is the difference between front light, back light, and side light?
Fog, Haze, and Dry Ice What is the difference between fog and haze?
What is the difference between oil-based and water-based fog/haze fluid?
Will haze set off fire alarms or smoke detectors?
What is dry ice fog and how is it different from regular fog?
What are LED fog machines and what are they used for?
How long does fog/haze fluid last during an event?
Lighting Control and DMX What is DMX and how does it work?
What is a DMX universe and when do I need more than one?
What is a lighting console and what does it do?
What is the difference between Art-Net and sACN?
Moving Lights What is a moving light?
What are the different types of moving lights?
What is the difference between lamp-based and LED moving lights?
What is a gobo?
What is CRI and why does it matter for event lighting?
Planning and Practical Considerations How do I choose the right lighting for my event?
What is color temperature and why does it matter?
What is a lighting designer and when do I need one?
What should I ask my lighting vendor before an event?
How do I get started with renting lighting for my event?
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