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Light Chaser. A microprocessor controller for light shows. Spectacular, multi-pattern effects can be achieved by changing software.
COMPUTERS & ELECTRONICS Oct 1983 (v.21#10) pg. 70

Computer Art. Simple programs for drawings and accompanying sound for computer art shows. Includes instructions for generating a laser light show by bouncing a laser beam off of a small mirror attached to a speaker cone.
COMPUTERS & ELECTRONICS Jan 1985 (v.23#1) pg. 10

Laser light show. Motor-mounted mirrors and electronic drive circuits are used to generate complex geometric patterns. Use with any laser. Est. cost: $99 (kit).
ELECTRONICS NOW Apr 1995 (v.66#4) pg. 33
Added Info ELECTRONICS NOW Oct 1995 (v.66#10) pg. 15

Computer-controlled laser light show. A low-power He-Ne laser, two miniature servos, interfaces and a home computer let you create dramatic lighting effects to accompany your music.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Apr 1987 (v.4#4) pg. 46

Programmable light controller can be used to enhance holiday light displays with sequencing, flashing and twinkling effects. Ten different programs control five channels of 1,000 watts each. Can be upgraded to 12,000 watts total for commercial or theatrical use. Est. cost: $200.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Nov 1988 (v.5#11) pg. 50

Programmable light controller. Part 2. Construction, installation, checkout and use instructions.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Dec 1988 (v.5#12) pg. 50

Light chaser circuit drives LED's or 117-volt lighting (via an optional relay or optocoupler/triac combination).
POPULAR ELECTRONICS [2] Sep 1990 (v.7#9) pg. 25

Build a dancing light display using Christmas tree blinker bulbs.
POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1970 (v.134#6) pg. 144

Three dancing light displays you can build. Can be controlled by Christmas tree flasher or electronically in time with music from hi-fi speakers.
POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1971 (v.136#6) pg. 119

Psychedelic light show systems you can buy, build, or assemble. Plans for a strobe-effect lamp flasher. Est. cost: $10.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1969 (v.194#5) pg. 158

DO-NOTHING light panel to impress your friends.
RADIO-ELECTRONICS Dec 1980 (v.51#12) pg. 84

Build this state-of-the-art "do nothing" box with flashing lamps. 13-LEDs are randomly lit by a circuit which includes an EPROM.
RADIO-ELECTRONICS Mar 1981 (v.52#3) pg. 60
Correction RADIO-ELECTRONICS Jun 1981 (v.52#6) pg. 80

How to produce dazzling laser displays. Use loudspeakers to vibrate mirrors which then reflect laser light into a variety of patterns.
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN Aug 1980 (v.243#2) pg. 158

Do-it-yourself disco. How to transform a family room into a disco using sheet Mylar, aluminum tape, Christmas tree lights and a mirrored ball. Complete instructions for ball and lighting effects furnished.
WOMAN'S DAY Nov 22 1979 (v.43#3) pg. 114, 152

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