Flanders Scientific MediaLight Pro2 9.8' Bias Lighting System

Under the umbrella of professional lighting solutions, the MediaLight Pro2 Bias Lighting System stands out as a premium choice for directors, editors, and colorists. This system is specifically designed for those who demand the highest Color Rendering Index (CRI) and the most uniform Spectral Power Distribution (SPD) in a bias light for their professional displays. The Pro2 is equipped with a new generation of ColorGrade MPro2 SMD (LED) chips. These chips are powered by blue-violet emitters that virtually eliminate the common LED emitter spike. The result is an impressive CRI of 99 Ra, a Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI) of 99.7 Qa, and a Spectral Similarity Index (SSI) of 88. The Pro2's flicker-free dimmer operates at an impressive 30KHz (30,000 Hz), a significant improvement over the 220 Hz of other MediaLight dimmers. The SSI, a new term for some, is a comparison of a light source to a reference illuminant, in this case, the CIE standard illuminant D65. It compares the SPD of the light source to the SPD curve for D65. For context, the highly accurate MediaLight Mk2, with a CRI of 98 Ra, has an SSI of 70. As it stands, the MediaLight Pro2 boasts the highest SSI available for a production LED light source. Unlike most commodity LED lighting systems, the Pro2 excels in the R9 value, a crucial factor not included in CRI calculations but necessary for the faithful reproduction of skin tones and deep reds. Other systems often substitute cheaper, energy-efficient green phosphors, which can result in a greenish color cast, even when illuminating a grey surface. This is not the case with the Pro2, making it an ideal solution for bias lighting. For larger displays exceeding 90", where 4-sided lighting is desired, it's recommended to place the strip 3 inches from the edge to ensure sufficient LEDs for all four sides. While a shorter strip may cost less, the "halo" effect may appear too diffuse when the lights are further from the edge of the display. This doesn't compromise the effectiveness of the lights, but it does limit configuration options. Opting for the sizes in the 3 and 4-sided recommendations will provide more flexibility. The 1m MediaLight Pro2 works perfectly with a display up to 46". On smaller displays, the light from different sides combines more evenly when the display is on a stand. This is why 3 sides will provide sufficient light for the bottom of a computer monitor, as the left and right sides are still very close together compared to larger displays. In conclusion, the MediaLight Pro2 Bias Lighting System is a superior lighting solution that offers unparalleled color accuracy and uniformity, making it a top choice for professionals in the film and television industry.