Whitney,

Thank you for the recommendation.  How did you mount them?  I see that
Altman offers track adapters for Halo, Juno and Lightolier track
configurations.  If you used one of those options, how did it work?
 (This baby is quite a bit burlier than most track fixtures, so I was
wondering if the adapter is up to the task.)  As the architect is
currently favoring LSI equipment, I am also curious about that option.
 (I have heard that LSI will put their wand on the fixtures of other
manufacturers if asked.)  Any feedback?

Ken

Whitney Watson wrote:

> Ken,
>
> My background is in theatre lighting as well. When I had the opportunity
> to light 2 different exhibits in our galleries, I chose the Micro
> Ellipse for its size and features, especially the ability to sharply cut
> the beam and to use gobos. One gallery has been open for 4 years with no
> problems, the other only a couple of months.
>
> I recommend the units.
>
> Whitney
>
>> Date:    Thu, 29 Jan 2004 15:48:40 -0500
>> From:    Ken Schumacher <[log in to unmask]>
>> Subject: Altman track lighting fixture?
>> MIME-Version: 1.0
>>
>> Do any of you have any experience using the Altman Micro Ellipse in its
>> track lighting mode for museum lighting.  As a theater guy who also does
>> museum lighting, I covet its theatrical features and am familiar with its
>> venerable manufacturer.  However, I have never talked to anyone who has
>> actually used it.  If you have, I would appreciate knowing if it is
>> stout-hearted and easy to use, and if it ages gracefully.
>>
>> Ken Schumacher
>> Ames, Iowa
>>
>
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