Bebob Lux-Led User manual

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Lux-Led

CONTENTS
I. Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
II. Features of the Lux-Led . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
III. Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
IV. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
V. Attachment Possibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
VI. Cleaning, maintenance, and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VII. Available accessories, replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VIII. Technical specification and connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
IX. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
X. Warranty information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To get the most out of your system, please read these operation
instructions carefully before setting it up.

SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using this product with your camera, please note the following general
safety information. All persons installing, operating or servicing this product should
familiarize themselves with the following information:
•It is mandatory to follow the instructions in this manual.
•All users must be trained to work with this product.
•The operation instructions form part of the product and should be handed over to
any future owner in the event of sale/transfer of the product.
•This manual should be retained for the life of the product.
•If you have any questions about this product, please ask only authorized specialist
personnel for advice.
•Subsequent updates should be kept with this manual.
Please note the following:
•Use the device according to the specification only [see Technical specification].
•The light must only be used when level! Operation in a vertical state does not
correspond with the specification.
•Do not bypass connections.
•The casing may become hot. Caution: possible danger of burning!
•Do not operate the light when the barn doors are closed. Caution: danger of
overheating!
•Ensure that the light is used at an adequate distance from combustible materials
and that heat dissipates effectively.
•To avoid damage, allow the light to cool before packing it away.
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I.

SAFETY INFORMATION
•Damaged cables must be replaced immediately by an authorized service provider.
•Treat this product with care. Do not throw it or allow it to fall!
•Do not immerse the system in water!
•A slight odor may arise on the first use or if the system is used for a long time.
This is normal and not dangerous.
If you disregard this information, the system or your camera may incur damage!
When using shoulder cameras, head lights are indispensable. The latest development
from bebob is the Lux-Led, a stepless focusable LED camera light. Its 3-in-1 concept
from the Lux Broadcast has now been realized with LEDs, allowing the new light to be
used as a freestanding, handheld, and camera light.
With a sophisticated arrangement of selected LEDs, the illumination angle can be
adjusted anywhere between 40° and 60°. The light can also be dimmed and, at full
modulation, the color temperature is in the daylight range. What’s more, the dimmer
is integrated into the handle, ergonomically designed, and protected. The LEDs are so
efficient that the Lux-Led series emits significantly more light than our conventional
halogen lights, while consuming considerably less power.
A double-articulation system allows the light to shift up or forward, in order to pre-
vent unwanted shadows. As standard, the Lux-Led comes with the same handle fea-
turing a dimmer as the Lux model, as well as 4-leaf barn doors with a diffuser and an
artificial light filter.
Thanks to its shockproof design and long service life, the light is ideal for news repor-
ting and outdoor sports.
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II. I.
FEATURES OF THE LUX-LED

FEATURES OF THE LUX-LED
The LUX-Led is designed for HD/SD shoulder type cameras. It is however also
suitable for all camcorders with a mounting attachment.
Standard Lux-Led package:
•Lux-Led
•Handle with Dimmer
•Operation instructions
Unpack the parts supplied and check the delivery is complete.
PREPARATION:
1. Attach barn door system [optional]
Attach the barn doors to the light with the filter levers upwards, push on and click
into position with a right-turn.
You will feel it lock into place.
To remove, follow the same instructions in the reverse order.
2. Power Supply
The 12V DC-IN goes over a 4-Pin Plug.
Different cables offering different
lengths and connector types [4-Pin
XLR, D-Tap,...] mean you are sure to
be able to connect Lux to any 12V
Power system.
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SET-UP
Lux-Led [connection to D-Tap]

SET-UP
3. CONNECTING TO THE CAMERA:
Put the headlight onto the grip and rotate the headlight to the right.
Thanks to the bayonet Connector between the Light itself and the base Station, it
needs only a 1/5 of a turn and the light is removed from the camera.
The mounting clamp of the Lux does not
allow the Light to rotate on the handle of
the camera, regardless of whether the
light is fixed to a 1/87“ thread, a female
or a male photo-shoe.
The unique double-articulation system
gives the possibility to shift the Light 8cm
up or forward. This makes sure that you
always to have the light in the right posi-
tion and to avoid getting unwanted sha-
dows on your subject.
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Lux-Led mounting
Lux-Led double-articulation system
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OPERATION
1. SWITCHING ON
When the Lux-Led is switched on using
the switch on the underside of the light,
it can be dimmed to any level with the
dimmer.
2. DIMMER:
The brightness is controlled by the ergo-
nomic and well protected dimmer wheel.
Turning the dimmer to the front will
make the head light brighter, while tur-
ning the wheel backwards reduces the
intensity of the light.
At full modulation, the color tempera-
ture is in the daylight range. Note: The color temperature changes when dimming.
3. FOCUS:
With the focus slide mechanism, the illumination angle can be adjusted anywhere
between 40° and 60°.
Note: The Focus function is optimized for the flood position with the diffusion filter!
4. BARN DOOR SYSTEM
The barn doors enable the illumination angle to be adjusted as desired. To avoid
overheating, the light must never be operated when the barn doors are closed.
Caution: The barn doors may become hot during use!
IV.
Lux-Led ON/OFF
Lux-Led dimmer
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OPERATION
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5. FILTER:
The 4-leaf barn doors come with a diffuser and tungsten filter as standard.
The 2-leaf barn doors come with an integrated diffuser as standard.
IV.
Lux-Led-ft [4-leaf barn doors]
3200K Diffusor

The 3-in-1 concept: Stand-, Hand-, and camera on-board Light! Without any loose
parts that may disappear or to be screwed or fixed anywhere.
The dimmer Potentiometer is ergonomically located under the Thumb.
1. HAND LIGHT
The dimmer Potentiometer is ergonomically
located under the Thumb.
2. STAND LIGHT
The Built-In 1/8“ thread offers the possibility to put
Lux on a Lighting Stand and makes one of the rare
dimmable lights. As a mini Travel-Light-Kit, you can
imagine three Lux with Nano tripods in a flight case
or a bag.
3. CAMERA ON-BOARD LIGHT!
The shape of the base station puts the light itself
12cm in front of the camera handle: It keeps your
camera handle free and makes sure you avoid any
shadow on your subject.
ATTACHMENT POSSIBILITIES
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CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, AND CARE
All system parts require zero maintenance.
The casing must not be opened!
A dry, lint-free cloth is recommended for cleaning.
Do not use any cleaning agents.
Damaged cables must be replaced immediately by an authorized service provider.
The light may only be cleaned when cold.
Check from time to time that the light is mounted correctly.
If applicable, loose screws on the barn door or articulation system should be
retightened carefully. Overtightening may damage the mechanism.
Other accessories:
LUX-LED-FT-DV 2-leaf barn doors with 1 diffuser
LUX-LED-FT 4-leaf barn doors with 1 diffuser and
1 artificial light filter (3200K)
For prices and further accessories, visit www.bebob.de or call +49 89/27 81 82 82.
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AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES, REPLACEMENT PARTS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Subject to technical change.
Only use the light when level! Operation in a vertical state does not correspond
with the specification.
The product does not include any parts requiring maintenance.
If there is a problem, please check the following items first:
If this does not solve the problem, please do not hesitate to contact us on
+ 49 [0] 89/27 81 82 82 .
VIII. IX.
Input voltage 11–28V
Power 16W
Ambient temperature 20°C normal
max. 50°C,
min. -20°C
Humidity (condensed) - 80% rel. humidity
Focus (median range of light) 40°–60°
Dimmer range (internal) 10–100%
Weight 495 g (incl. 2-leaf barn doors)
Connector AB-DTAP, XLR on request
Mounting double-articulation system
Error Cause
Does not light up Power switch not on
Incorrect input voltage
Cable damaged
Dimmer low?
Too dark Input voltage too low
Filter blocking light
Cuts out Cable damaged
Dirty contact
TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY INFORMATION
In the event of damage caused by not following these operation instructions, incor-
rect set-up, incorrect handling or unauthorized interference, warranty claims are void.
We assume no liability for injury to property or persons caused by incorrect handling,
or for consequential losses. For reasons of safety and conformity (CE), you are not
permitted to modify and/or alter the light. In this case, warranty claims are void.
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Last updated 11/07
© bebob GmbH 2007