Cyberlights on 110V?

Hello all
I'm currently working on building up a good set of equipment for my attempt at lighting design. After reviewing many options for used equipment (And my parents demanding for me to buy American made) I've recently discovered the Cyberlight classic as a good choice. However, this brings up my nightmare, in that Cyberlight classics do not support 110V, which I will primarily be dealing with. This also applies to various other lights too, from various manufacturers.

I am curious if anyone knows of any way to get Cyberlights to work on 110V, even though they do not naturally support it. Preferrably, an easy, simplistic way, that won't cost more than the lights themselves to do. I've already looked all through the manual for the Cyberlights, and I understand about their 208/240V Support. So, is there any way to do this that is not unnaturally dangerous, or overly skilled/expensive?

Also, I'm quite curious if anyone knows why the Cyberlights and certain other fixtures from various manufacturers require 200+V, whereas other lights that use the same lamp and same features do not. I'm just curious on that.

Please do let me know! I am really hoping to be able to use High End systems equipment in time, but this nasty roadblock popped up and I must find a way around it to do so.

-C
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    Don't focus too much on the 1200 watt lamp. The 1200 watt Cybers were great lights, but they're an older design with older optics, aluminum reflector, etc. Technology has come a long way since then. Some of the newer fixtures in the 800 watt range can get similar output on less power.

    Moving lights are great toys to have. But owning them may not be the right thing for you. They're large, power hungry, and can be expensive to maintain. Replacing a blown lamp is very expensive. If you have dozens of units, maintenance averages out across them all, but if you have 2 or 3, a single failed CPU board can set you back a lot of cash. Finding appropriate power for them can be a challenge. Even if buildings that do have appropriate power, it's often not in the place where you need it. Doing tie-ins and temporary power distribution system usually requires a licensed electrician.

    I'm not trying to discourage you from lighting. When I was in school I scraped, scrounged, and did anything I could to get my hands on lighting equipment (I still do...). I love lighting, and it's a lot of fun.

    For starting out, you may be better off with something smaller. Something you can plug into a standard wall outlet and run with. Also, don't underestimate what you can do with conventional lighting. When you have larger shows, consider renting.

    Finally, Marty has the right idea: Find a local lighting shop to hang out at. It's a great way to learn.
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    Don't focus too much on the 1200 watt lamp. The 1200 watt Cybers were great lights, but they're an older design with older optics, aluminum reflector, etc. Technology has come a long way since then. Some of the newer fixtures in the 800 watt range can get similar output on less power.

    Moving lights are great toys to have. But owning them may not be the right thing for you. They're large, power hungry, and can be expensive to maintain. Replacing a blown lamp is very expensive. If you have dozens of units, maintenance averages out across them all, but if you have 2 or 3, a single failed CPU board can set you back a lot of cash. Finding appropriate power for them can be a challenge. Even if buildings that do have appropriate power, it's often not in the place where you need it. Doing tie-ins and temporary power distribution system usually requires a licensed electrician.

    I'm not trying to discourage you from lighting. When I was in school I scraped, scrounged, and did anything I could to get my hands on lighting equipment (I still do...). I love lighting, and it's a lot of fun.

    For starting out, you may be better off with something smaller. Something you can plug into a standard wall outlet and run with. Also, don't underestimate what you can do with conventional lighting. When you have larger shows, consider renting.

    Finally, Marty has the right idea: Find a local lighting shop to hang out at. It's a great way to learn.
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