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ADJ FS-1000 Special Effect Followspot with Blackout

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The American DJ FS-1000 Special Effect Light is a followspot that uses a 575W halogen lamp and specially-designed reflector to produce more output than a typical 1000W lamp. Offering similar output and brightness with lower power consumption helps reduce heat and product cost over time. The unit is contained in an extruded aluminum housing and comes with a hanging bracket. Read more

Features

  • Extruded aluminum casing
  • Includes hanging bracket
  • 120V operation
  • Dimensions: 9" x 9" x 21"
  • Weight: 24 lbs.
  • Lamp: ZB-HX600, 120V 575W Halogen
  • Tripod stand sold separately (LTS-6)

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The American DJ FS-1000 Special Effect Light is a followspot that uses a 575W halogen lamp and specially-designed reflector to produce more output than a typical 1000W lamp. Offering similar output and brightness with lower power consumption helps reduce heat and product cost over time. The unit is contained in an extruded aluminum housing and comes with a hanging bracket. Read more

Features

  • Extruded aluminum casing
  • Includes hanging bracket
  • 120V operation
  • Dimensions: 9" x 9" x 21"
  • Weight: 24 lbs.
  • Lamp: ZB-HX600, 120V 575W Halogen
  • Tripod stand sold separately (LTS-6)

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About the ADJ FS-1000 Special Effect Followspot with Blackout

The ADJ FS-1000 Special Effect Followspot with Blackout is a compact, manually operated followspot designed for small to mid-sized venues such as theaters, schools, houses of worship, clubs, and live event spaces. It offers a practical solution for highlighting performers or focal points on stage without the complexity or cost of larger professional followspot systems.

Equipped with a bright halogen light source and precision optics, the FS-1000 produces a focused, controllable beam suitable for short- to medium-throw applications. The integrated manual controls allow operators to adjust focus smoothly, enabling clean edges and accurate subject tracking during live performances.

A built-in mechanical dimmer and blackout shutter provide essential performance control, allowing quick fades and instant blackouts when transitioning between cues. This makes the FS-1000 well suited for theatrical productions, presentations, and special events where timing and visual emphasis are important.

Designed for ease of use and portability, the ADJ FS-1000 features a lightweight housing, ergonomic handle, and straightforward setup. Its simple operation, dependable output, and integrated blackout capability make it a reliable entry-level followspot for venues seeking effective special-effect lighting.

Key Features

  • Extruded aluminum casing
  • Includes hanging bracket
  • 120V operation
  • Dimensions: 9" x 9" x 21"
  • Weight: 24 lbs.
  • Lamp: ZB-HX600, 120V 575W Halogen
  • Tripod stand sold separately (LTS-6)

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ADJ FS-1000 Special Effect Followspot with Blackout Specs

Light Source
Lamp Type
Halogen
Lamp Power
1000 W
Optical
Beam Type
Spot
Focus Type
Manual focus
Beam Control
Manual optics
Control
Dimmer
Manual mechanical dimmer
Blackout
Mechanical blackout shutter
Operation
Control Method
Manual operation
Cooling
Fan-cooled system
Electrical
Power Input
120 V AC
Power Consumption
1000 W
Mounting
Mount Type
Floor or stand-mounted
Adjustment
Manual pan and tilt
Physical
Construction
Metal housing
Color
Black
Form Factor
Portable followspot unit
Application
Use Case
Theater, live events, schools, houses of worship
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0 °C to 40 °C
Humidity
10% to 90% non-condensing

Key Features

  • Extruded aluminum casing
  • Includes hanging bracket
  • 120V operation
  • Dimensions: 9" x 9" x 21"
  • Weight: 24 lbs.
  • Lamp: ZB-HX600, 120V 575W Halogen
  • Tripod stand sold separately (LTS-6)

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FAQs about ADJ FS-1000 Special Effect Followspot with Blackout

What is the ADJ FS-1000?

It is a traditional, ultra-bright 575W-equivalent halogen followspot fixture designed for small-to-medium stages, schools, houses of worship, and mobile theater setups. It projects a powerful, sharp white spotlight engineered to track performers and speakers on stage manually.

What type of lamp powers the FS-1000?

The fixture uses a high-output halogen lamp (typically a ZB-300 or similar 300W–500W halogen bulb depending on voltage configuration) combined with a precision parabolic reflector to deliver high center-beam output over medium throw distances.

How does the blackout feature work on this fixture?

It features a physical mechanical blackout shutter controlled by a rear-panel lever or switch. This allows the operator to instantly shut off light output to zero without turning off the internal lamp or waiting for a slow electrical dimming cycle.

What manual beam controls are built into the barrel?

The spotlight includes dual manual slide controls on the side and rear of the barrel: one for fine manual focus (adjusting edge sharpness from hard to soft) and one for manual iris adjustment (scaling the spot beam size down for tight headshots or up for full-body stage tracking).

Does it include built-in color options or a gel holder?

Yes, it comes equipped with a front color gel frame holder. Some variations or bundled setups also feature a manual rear color-changer wheel or gel boomerang slot, allowing the operator to quickly drop color filters (such as warm ambers, blues, or reds) in front of the beam.

Is this fixture controlled via DMX?

No, the classic FS-1000 is an entirely manual followspot designed for direct hands-on operation by a spotlight technician. It operates on standard AC power with simple power switching and manual mechanical controls.

How is the fixture mounted for smooth tracking?

It includes a heavy-duty, center-weighted mounting yoke with a large side locking handle. It is designed to mount directly onto standard heavy-duty lighting stands (like the ADJ LTC-1) to allow smooth 360-degree panning and vertical tilting.

What are the thermal and handling considerations for the operator?

Because it utilizes a high-wattage halogen light engine, the fixture housing becomes hot during extended operation. It is built with heat-resistant rear handles for the operator and requires forced-air fan cooling to maintain safe internal operating temperatures.

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