Aluminum Marquee Header Poster Lightbox-Commercial Grad 100% Aluminum Frame..NOT ALUMINUM TRIM ON WOOD FRAME Start Price USD 549.00 Current Price USD 549.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, October 23, 2008 End Time Wednesday, December 17, 2008 Location HT Headquarters See more about 'Aluminum Marquee Header Poster Lightbox-Commercial Grad' Description     Changeable Marquee Area -  An added area at the top or bottom of the lightbox with an additional T8 Bulb. Change your marquee or mylar while leaving your poster in place.  You can now even add a standard 5"x25" Movie Mylar ( readily available here on Ebay ) in your marquee area with the included mylar spacers.  Customized Marquee - Choose the header of your choice from our library of templates below. We offer the most unique and highest quality digital imaging for your poster marquee.  Beware of those offering low resolution graphics with no U.V. filtering that will fade over time. You can even import your own artwork from a previous purchase with us for that truly finished look   Poster Loading -  Snap open the 4 sides and change your poster easily. The snap down sides hold your poster in place SAFELY and  WITHOUT SAGGING.  Other "sandwich" models that have your poster slide in between 2 panels WILL SAG...this is just a matter of gravity. We have our poster frames hanging in some of the most famous celebrity home theaters and galleries in the U.S. including the Ripley's 4D Theater and The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Margaret Herrick Library.      Safe Construction - All of our  Poster Lightboxes are made of Anodized Aluminum with insulated wiring and an integrated power switch.  You never have to unplug our products to power off or on....or ever have to worry about paint chipping.  Some have even resorted to covering their inferior construction materials with a "diamond plate" to disguise what lays underneath and call them Aluminum. Needless to say these lightboxes are NOT of aluminum construction. BEWARE -  Some people are resorting to building their lightboxes with rope light coiled inside. Not only does this not emit enough light to properly light an image, they can dry out and crack potentially causing a fire. Buying products that are made of  Wood or MDF and painted with flammable paints and lacquer can also potentially be a fire hazard.  Professional Marquee Header Graphics -  Our experience with digital graphics and lighting is unmatched.  We offer all our original designs at the sharpest resolutions and U.V. protected.  We are known for going the extra mile when it comes to special requests. COPYCATS -  Some people have actually resorted to trying to duplicate our designs with poorly drawn imitations. Feel secure you are buying a quality rendered image from a professional. Safe & Honest Shipping -  We guarantee fast and safe shipping at "actual cost"  We do not make money off our shipping. TRACK & WATCH -  Upon completion and pre-ship final inspection of your item, we will forward you a tracking number for your convenience. Know exactly when to expect your package.   Click to choose your marquee design from our digital art gallery Theater NameImport the design artwork from your marquee to your lightbox for that truly  finished look. Deco Galaxy  A great design that goes well with any decor.  Color match the reel and swooshes to your theater. Bijou Marquee Rich gold tones and an elegant design make this a must for those looking for a unique look.  Faux NeonSimple yet elegant, this style is straight from your local cineplex. Color match the neon to match your theater. Wormhole  A fun and futuristic design with color options for the wormhole and text glow.   Movie MylarsOur marquee area now fits standard 5"x25" movie mylars as well.   All available in the following titles NOW SHOWING                             WORLD PREMIERE COMING SOON                               TONIGHT'S SHOW NOW FEATURING                       TONIGHT'S FEATURE FEATURE PRESENTATION                NOW SCREENING FEATURE ATTRACTION            *Custom Text Requests              If you've ever gone to a movie theater and seen the lighted poster advertisements for upcoming movies, those posters were illuminated by a poster light box.  These double sided posters are specially printed on both sides to give a vibrant, almost 3D look to posters when lit.  Due to the limited release of these DS posters, they have fast become a collectors item and some have even reached prices in the hundreds of dollars.  Once only available to the commercial theater industry, both posters and lightboxes can now be found readily available on the internet and Ebay.   So does this mean that all lightboxes are the same?  Not quite..... Whether your displaying your posters in your home theater, office, or even store, there are 7 major buying points to look for:   MDF or Wood:   MDF is short for Medium Density Fiberboard and is similar to particleboard.  Both MDF and lower grade wood are utilized due to their low cost and ease of use.  Panels are cut and then glued or screwed together.  These type of lightboxes also tend to weigh quite a bit, meaning hanging them can entail finding a wall stud to drill into. Wood can also splinter and come apart at the corners.   Aluminum:  Use to build most of the commercial lightboxes used through out the world, anodized aluminum is the preferred material for lightboxes due to its low density (light weight), high specific strength and pleasing aesthetic finish.  Screws and  glue are not used,  but rivets that hold it firmly together.  All CINETECH models are made in this fashion. Paint:   Many of the wood and MDF lightboxes are painted (sprayed or rolled.)  While you may have a nice black lightbox today, what will your light box look like in a few years after the fading and chips have taken their toll?   Anodizing:   Anodizing is an "electrochemical conversion process" that changes the outer structure of the metal, rather than an applied coating, like paint.   You not only have a beautiful finish but one that will last for years to come.  All CINETECH models are anodized in your choice of powder coat  silver or black.   Side loading:   The only available option for inexpensive  lightboxes,  your poster is sandwiched between a white diffuser backing and clear cover panel.  All three are inserted or removed by opening a spring attached side panel and sliding them into routered grooves.  This can be a bit strenuous as the white diffuser tends to be a bit heavy.  You will  also need ample room on one side of the lightbox to accommodate changing posters.  Some manufacturers claim that the friction of being in  between two vertical panels slid into groves will counteract the effects of gravity and prevent your poster from sagging.  Okay....but we'd have a roll of tape nearby anyway.   Front loading:  Most lightboxes found in theaters today use some sort of front loading method. The most popular have 4 front flaps that flip open and allow you to change the poster and clear panel only, leaving the white diffuser in the lightbox where it belongs.  These flaps also keep equal and even pressure on the clear lens over your poster, eliminating any possible poster sag.  This will keep your poster safe and UNDAMAGED.  Beware of other lightboxes that sandwich your poster...these WILL SAG and ruin your poster over time.  All CINETECH models are front loading.        CINETECH front loader with diffuser removed.              An average wooden lightbox with springs         Notice the quality constriction and EZ flip open sides.                      and unpainted wood / tin backing     Fluorescent Bulbs:       While all poster lightboxes use fluorescent lighting, they do not all use the same quantity or type of bulbs.  While 2 bulbs may provide enough light to illuminate your poster, it may not do it evenly on posters with a large white area. Lower end lightboxes use common T12 bulbs in a 2 bulb configuration. This  can leave some areas a bit dimmer than others.  The New CINETECH models use the slimmer and brighter T8 bulbs in a 4 bulb configuration to evenly light any image. We also use a thicker white acrylic diffuser than most ( weight is not an issue since ours remain in place ) to take these extra lumens and distribute them evenly.  You be the judge:     Plexiglass:  The generally accepted material for poster protection. Variations in quality can result in its susceptibility to scratching and coloring as well as  produce viewing "waves" if not milled thick enough.    Styrene: A lower grade plastic, this is the most common option with cheaper lightboxes. Most have no UV filtering which is the most important aspect in preserving your poster. They are also generally cut very thin producing viewing distortions.   Some websites even warn they cannot guarantee your panel from imperfections or waves, unless you upgrade. Upgrade?    U.V. filtered Plexiglass : Offers U.V. protection from ambient sunlight that can fade your poster.  Even indoor lighting such as fluorescent can produce U.V. that will over time fade your poster.  It's also important that the piece of plexiglass is thick enough so as to not produce viewing distortions. All CINETECH models use an appropriately milled piece of U.V. filtered  plexiglass to provide optimum viewing and poster protection.   Electrical:   When buying a lightbox make sure that it has a grounded 3 prong     electrical cord as well as a switch to turn it off and on. Many lightbox makers expect   you  to pull out  the power cord to power it on and off.  We know...we can't believe it either.  All CINETECH models come with a power switch and grounded plug.  Special wiring needs? No problem.   Corners:   A lightbox is exactly that....a box with 4 corners. While it may not be a concern if everyone in the theater is over 3ft tall, many of today's theaters are located in the family home. The average lightbox hangs approximately 27" above the floor...leaving it's bottom corners at eye level of an average child. These mitered corners are common with almost  all lightboxes in production....but not all of them.  All CINETECH models come with stylish (and child safe) rounded corners in a complimentary chrome or gloss finish.      The internet is flooded with companies willing to sell you a poster lightbox.....and popcorn makers, glow in the dark carpet, recliners, and just about everything else under the sun you could put in a theater. But do they all manufacture these items?  No, they are simply resellers for other companies.  There is an extra gap in there between you, your questions and needs, and the manufacturer.  What does this mean?  Usually higher prices and delays in shipping.  We at Hollywood Marquees are dedicated in what we do. We design, build, and install the most innovative & high quality theater/commercial signage available.  The Cinetech line is the culmination of over a year of product development and testing.  We do not have resellers as we already sell our lightboxes at wholesale prices.  We set out to build the best and most affordable poster lightbox available today to the general public....and we think we have.       The delivery of your CINETECH lightbox is just a mouse click away.  When your order is received 1.) Instant Notification of Payment Received & Info Request        a. We'll notify you that your order has been received and is being processed        b. We'll request any special instructions or info you may want included with your purchase 2.) Follow Up Email & Quality Check        a. We'll let you know  your order has been through its final quality check and is ready for shipping 3.) Shipping        a.) We make sure your lightbox is well packed, bubble wrapped, and packaged        b.) Your Fed Ex tracking number is forwarded to you as soon as it is issued The Total process time for your order is just 1-2 days     Ultimately, we hoped you've learned a little bit about what to look for in your poster lightbox purchase and we look forward to perhaps working with you in the near future. From everyone here at Hollywood Marquees have a great summer and... See You At The Movies!     Place a Bid!