Angler Quick-open deep parabolic softbox v2 User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS

Quick-Open Deep Parabolic

SOFTBOXES

GG4

SPECIFICATIONS

Shape Deep parabolic

Interior Silver

Compatibility Monolights AND Studio

lights

Removable INNER Diffuser Yes

Removable OUTER Diffuser Yes

Accepts Grid Yes

Requires Speed Ring Yes, Bowens-style

provided

Diameter QO-DP26-V2: 26 in. (66 cm)

QO-DP36-V2: 36 in. (91.4 cm)

QO-DP48-V2: 48 in. (122 cm)

QO-DP60-V2: 60 in. (152 cm)

Weight QO-DP26-V2: 2.5 lb. (1.1 kg)

QO-DP36-V2: 2.9 lb. (1.3 kg)

QO-DP48-V2: 3.8 lb. (1.7 kg)

QO-DP60-V2: 8.4 lb. (3.8 kg)

One-Year Limited Warranty

ANGLER

A Gradus Group Brand

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Thank you for choosing Angler.

Angler’s Quick-Open Deep Parabolic softboxes open in seconds and fold up just

as quickly. The Quick-Open series of softboxes feature integrated locking rods

that lift and lock in place and make setting up fast and eortless. The release

levers for each rod let you fold down the softbox so you’ll be ready to move to

the next setup or location in seconds.

Quick-Open softboxes are 16-sided light shapers that provide a soft yet focused

beam for portrait, product, and fashion photography in the studio or on location.

The deep parabolic shape delivers directional control and reduces light spill.

Precautions

• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.

• When setting up the QO-DP60-V2, use a heavy-duty light stand and a

weight bag on the stand’s legs.

• Not for use with tungsten, halogen, or other high-heat light sources.

• Keep this unit away from water and any ﬂammable gas or liquid.

• Handle this unit with care.

• Keep this unit away from children.

• Use parts provided by the manufacturer only.

• Make sure this item is intact and that no parts are missing before use.

• All photos in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Setting Up the Softbox

Set the softbox facedown on a flat and

stable surface.

Open the softbox vents so you can securely

grip each rod.

3. QO-DP26-V2, QO-DP36-V2, and

QO-DP-48-V2: Locking opposing rods

will keep even pressure on the fabric.

Use both hands to lift opposing support

rods until they click in place.

QO-DP60-V2: Locking four opposing

rods will make it easier to lift and lock

the remaining rods. Use one hand to

grip a rod, and your other hand to brace

the mount. Lift four opposing rods

until they click in place. Then lock the

remaining rods.

Once all the rods are locked in place,

insert the Bowens speed ring into the

Bowens mount of your monolight, and

rotate until it locks.

Rotate the softbox to the preferred

orientation. Lock it in place by tightening

the thumbscrew.

6. Close the vents to prevent light leaks.

Using the Diusers

The inner and outer diusers soften and spread the beam for an even and ﬂattering

wraparound light.

Note: Each diuser will reduce the light output by approx. 1 stop.

Attaching the Inner Diuser

The inner diuser is the smaller of the two and has

snap fasteners around its edge. Attach each of the

snaps to the ones on the softbox interior until the

diuser is taut.

Attaching the Outer Diuser

Attach the outer diuser by pressing the touch-

connect strip against the inner rim of the softbox.

Note: If you plan on using the accessory grid (sold

seperately), attach the diuser to the inner half of

the touch-connect strip to leave enough room for

the grid.

Closing the Softbox

Open the vents, and remove the softbox from

the Bowens mount of your monolight.

2. Place the softbox facedown on a ﬂat surface.

Lift up on each support rod while pressing the

adjacent release lever. The support rods will fold

down.

FOLD

Thank you for choosing Angler.

Angler’s Quick-Open Deep Parabolic softboxes open in seconds and fold up just

as quickly. The Quick-Open series of softboxes feature integrated locking rods

that lift and lock in place and make setting up fast and eortless. The release

levers for each rod let you fold down the softbox so you’ll be ready to move to

the next setup or location in seconds.

Quick-Open softboxes are 16-sided light shapers that provide a soft yet focused

beam for portrait, product, and fashion photography in the studio or on location.

The deep parabolic shape delivers directional control and reduces light spill.

Precautions

• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.

• When setting up the QO-DP60-V2, use a heavy-duty light stand and a

weight bag on the stand’s legs.

• Not for use with tungsten, halogen, or other high-heat light sources.

• Keep this unit away from water and any ﬂammable gas or liquid.

• Handle this unit with care.

• Keep this unit away from children.

• Use parts provided by the manufacturer only.

• Make sure this item is intact and that no parts are missing before use.

• All photos in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Setting Up the Softbox

Set the softbox facedown on a flat and

stable surface.

Open the softbox vents so you can securely

grip each rod.

3. QO-DP26-V2, QO-DP36-V2, and

QO-DP-48-V2: Locking opposing rods

will keep even pressure on the fabric.

Use both hands to lift opposing support

rods until they click in place.

QO-DP60-V2: Locking four opposing

rods will make it easier to lift and lock

the remaining rods. Use one hand to

grip a rod, and your other hand to brace

the mount. Lift four opposing rods

until they click in place. Then lock the

remaining rods.

Once all the rods are locked in place,

insert the Bowens speed ring into the

Bowens mount of your monolight, and

rotate until it locks.

Rotate the softbox to the preferred

orientation. Lock it in place by tightening

the thumbscrew.

6. Close the vents to prevent light leaks.

Using the Diusers

The inner and outer diusers soften and spread the beam for an even and ﬂattering

wraparound light.

Note: Each diuser will reduce the light output by approx. 1 stop.

Attaching the Inner Diuser

The inner diuser is the smaller of the two and has

snap fasteners around its edge. Attach each of the

snaps to the ones on the softbox interior until the

diuser is taut.

Attaching the Outer Diuser

Attach the outer diuser by pressing the touch-

connect strip against the inner rim of the softbox.

Note: If you plan on using the accessory grid (sold

seperately), attach the diuser to the inner half of

the touch-connect strip to leave enough room for

the grid.

Closing the Softbox

Open the vents, and remove the softbox from

the Bowens mount of your monolight.

2. Place the softbox facedown on a ﬂat surface.

Lift up on each support rod while pressing the

adjacent release lever. The support rods will fold

down.

FOLD

Thank you for choosing Angler.

Angler’s Quick-Open Deep Parabolic softboxes open in seconds and fold up just

as quickly. The Quick-Open series of softboxes feature integrated locking rods

that lift and lock in place and make setting up fast and eortless. The release

levers for each rod let you fold down the softbox so you’ll be ready to move to

the next setup or location in seconds.

Quick-Open softboxes are 16-sided light shapers that provide a soft yet focused

beam for portrait, product, and fashion photography in the studio or on location.

The deep parabolic shape delivers directional control and reduces light spill.

Precautions

• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.

• When setting up the QO-DP60-V2, use a heavy-duty light stand and a

weight bag on the stand’s legs.

• Not for use with tungsten, halogen, or other high-heat light sources.

• Keep this unit away from water and any ﬂammable gas or liquid.

• Handle this unit with care.

• Keep this unit away from children.

• Use parts provided by the manufacturer only.

• Make sure this item is intact and that no parts are missing before use.

• All photos in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Setting Up the Softbox

Set the softbox facedown on a flat and

stable surface.

Open the softbox vents so you can securely

grip each rod.

3. QO-DP26-V2, QO-DP36-V2, and

QO-DP-48-V2: Locking opposing rods

will keep even pressure on the fabric.

Use both hands to lift opposing support

rods until they click in place.

QO-DP60-V2: Locking four opposing

rods will make it easier to lift and lock

the remaining rods. Use one hand to

grip a rod, and your other hand to brace

the mount. Lift four opposing rods

until they click in place. Then lock the

remaining rods.

Once all the rods are locked in place,

insert the Bowens speed ring into the

Bowens mount of your monolight, and

rotate until it locks.

Rotate the softbox to the preferred

orientation. Lock it in place by tightening

the thumbscrew.

6. Close the vents to prevent light leaks.

Using the Diusers

The inner and outer diusers soften and spread the beam for an even and ﬂattering

wraparound light.

Note: Each diuser will reduce the light output by approx. 1 stop.

Attaching the Inner Diuser

The inner diuser is the smaller of the two and has

snap fasteners around its edge. Attach each of the

snaps to the ones on the softbox interior until the

diuser is taut.

Attaching the Outer Diuser

Attach the outer diuser by pressing the touch-

connect strip against the inner rim of the softbox.

Note: If you plan on using the accessory grid (sold

seperately), attach the diuser to the inner half of

the touch-connect strip to leave enough room for

the grid.

Closing the Softbox

Open the vents, and remove the softbox from

the Bowens mount of your monolight.

2. Place the softbox facedown on a ﬂat surface.

Lift up on each support rod while pressing the

adjacent release lever. The support rods will fold

down.

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