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I purchased the Eco light about 3 months ago, and so far I am very impressed. I work at home and my eco light's cool dimmer/slide similar to an ipod gives me a variety of lightning intensities throughout day and night. Cool design, great quality, and hard to find something out there in the market like this!
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***Update can be read below***Pros:
-Nice light quality. It has 4 "Bright White" LED's and 4 "Warm White" LED's. I work all day, every day, indoors at a computer. The building I work in has floresant lights, and this over years has started to irritate my eyes. After using the light for 4 days, my eyes feel great after work.
-Sleek looks. Smooth glossy plastic. Nice curves.
-1 step dimmer (see cons).
-Solid base and solid (enough) construction.
Cons:
-1 step dimmer. Everything I have read before buying made you belive that you could vary between the Bright White and Warm White colors of lights. This would also mean that you could dim the amount of light put out from the unit. Not true. The power button is slightly illuminated when the light is off. You touch the power button and it turns on to the low light setting. Touch the button again and it takes you to the high light setting. Touch the 3rd time and it goes off. Let me warn you, there is little difference between the 2 settings. Secondly, the low light setting started to oscillate (make the light flicker) after 3 days of use. No problems yet on the high setting.*** update can be read below***
Battery compartment (not a true Con). Well there is a compartment that looks like its original intention was for the possibility of battery operation. There are no prongs for the batteries, just a rectangular battery box. Not a issue of course... just more of a FYI for you electrical minded people out there. (runs off of 24VDC @ 1A)
-No instructions. Ok... I know why would you need instructions about a silly little lamp?? well let me tell you. I described the functionality of the 1 step dimmer/power button. I really thought the "600LE" series was dimmable. How do I know that they sent me the right lamp? There are no markings to indicate this is a 600LE or just a 600. The bottom label states "Model T-1A". The printed color page that came with it was more of a promo for the lamp telling me how intelligent the lamp design was without giving any specifics (clearly a "English translation"). The Box also did not indicate any model on it.
***Update*** 01-17-2011
I contacted the seller with my concerns. They promptly replied and helped me not be confused. What I failed to understand is there was a lamp that had a actual dimmer. This light does not, but it does have a step down selection. That is as follows: 1 touch, medium level light. 2nd touch, high level light. 3rd touch returns the lamp to off. You will not have any ability to transition the light from the "warm" LED's to the "white" LED's, but that is less of a issue than i thought it would be.
I am very satisfied with my light.
It looks good, and it works well. The amount of light it produces is nice. I have no other light in my room, and I have this light mounted so the base is my head height when sitting. This provides just enough light on the high setting. My immediate work area is lit well; I am not wishing for more light, but also not overwhelming my eyes. The arm mounted on the base rotates so you don't need to pick up the light to rotate the head. The trouble I have seen with the flickering on the medium light level seems to be an issue with fluctuation voltage at my office. This has not been a issue from that time forward.
The seller is very committed to customer service. I would advise contacting them directly should you have any concerns. They are also producing more models for future sell. They seem to listen to and like feedback. I will be making another light purchase for my home from IMG.
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When looking for an LED lamp as a more energy-efficient alternative to the halogen lamp I've had on my desk for years, I narrowed my search to the IMG Beacon 600LE and the Koncept Z-Bar. Having to buy a lamp for both me & and my wife, I got one of each and here's what I found:IMG Beacon 600LE:
1) Much brighter than the Koncept Z-Bar as the IMG lamp has 8 OSRAM LEDs vice 4 OSRAM LEDs in the Koncept model.
2) Only two brightness settings which are not strikingly different. Although I thought this was a limitation, in truth my halogen lamp only had two brightness settings as well.
3) Combination of 4 white LEDs and 4 yellow LEDs which are all on in both brightness settings.
4) Lamp has to be kept a "crack" open for the lamp to turn on as there is a cut-off switch on the head of the lamp that turns it off when its closed entirely. Although the press pictures show a closed lamp lit in "ambience" mode, that capability was for an older model (per an email from the IMG rep.). This is not a deal breaker as it makes practical sense for the lamp to be open in order to keep the LEDs from overheating.
5) AC adapter converts to 24VDC and supports input voltages of 100-240VAC. So, while the plug style is U.S. 2-prong (no ground), the lamp can easily be adapted for overseas use.
6) Lamp head has a maximum forward reach of about 16" (40cm) from it's base, measured from it's center; the base is 9.5" (24 cm) in diameter. So, if you're looking to light up your desk, make sure you have the room on your desk and that the area you're trying to light up is within reach.
7) GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE! Emails were answered promptly and all questions addressed.
Koncept Z-Bar
1) Less brightness than IMG Beacon 600LE; 4 OSRAM LEDs vice 8 OSRAM LEDs. When you buy a Z-Bar, you have to specify white OR yellow LEDs.
2) Four brightness settings which are visibly significant.
3) All LEDs (4) on in all brightness settings.
4) AC adapter converts to 9VDC and supports input voltages of 100-240VAC. The plug style is a U.S. 2-prong (no ground).
6) Lamp is VERY flexible in positioning the arm with the 4 LEDs and has more reach than the Beacon lamp. The provided metal base is 9" (23 cm) in diameter, but lamp also includes a desk-clamp which can be used instead of the base if you're limited on desk space. The clamp can fit a desk with a maximum thickness of 4.3cm (1.7").
Bottom Line: If you're looking for maximum brightness (and great customer service), go with the Beacon. If you're looking for a lamp with a lot of reach (and not so much brightness), the Z-Bar is for you.
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My 2 halogen lights I purchased from Ikea both quit working on me within a year's time. I was tired of my cats using the halogen for heat lamps and sharing my desk. Searched and found this light. Received it today and really think I will like it.There is no heat generated from it. The lamp is adjustable both pieces adjust. The base is sturdy. The light it gives off is really great as it covers a large area of the desk. It is very easy on the eyes. And the lightbulbs are built into it they don't get replaced. And it is attractive.
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I spend many hours daily reading, and during the day my desk has excellent natural light exposure. In the evenings I need a quality light source. In the past I have tried various color temperatures of incandescent and flourescent lamps, but I find incandescents too hot physically, and flourescents emit an audible hum that can be distracting. When LEDs became available I looked at a few but the price was so high I could not justify buying one. When I saw this lamp in a retail shop I decided to buy it and it is perfect for my needs. Not everyone will want or need to spend this much on a desk lamp, and prices will continue to decline as functionality increases in LED technology. But I am glad I bought this, and for those who need high quality, cool (physically) and balanced light for extended evening reading, I recommend this without reservation. It is also a striking design and everyone comments on that when they first see it. That is just a small bonus as far as I am concerned.
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