Systems and methods for authoring lighting sequences

Details Systems and methods for authoring lighting sequences Systems and methods for authoring lighting sequences

2006-11-17

2010-10-05

Shechtman, Sean P (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Generic control system, apparatus or process

Sequential or selective

C700S002000, C700S014000, C700S023000, C700S083000, C700S275000, C315S297000, C315S308000, C315S360000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07809448

ABSTRACT:
The systems and methods descried herein relate in part to intuitive methods for creation and design of lighting sequences, e.g., for theatrical, entertainment or advertising purposes, using a software interface. Additionally, the lighting sequences can be coordinated with control of additional devices. Also described herein is a controller capable of executing programs for lighting sequences and modifying the output and/or execution of the program based on external signals. In this way, the final output can be made responsive to external stimuli, or even interactive.

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