GVM GVM-PRO-SD400B User manual

GVM-PRO-SD400B
GVM-PRO-SD500B

CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ---------------------------------------------- Page 1~2
Product introduction ---------------------------------------------------------- Page 3
Warning ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Page 3
Disclaimers -------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 4
Product parameter ------------------------------------------------------------ Page 4
Product structure diagram ---------------------------------------------------- Page 5
Installation method ------------------------------------------------------- Page 6~10
Description of product control keys ----------------------------------------- Page 11
Function introduction & instructions for use --------------------------- Page 12~13
APP control ------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 14
Use and preservation -------------------------------------------------------- Page 15
Quick troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------- Page 16
Packing list ------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 17
Precautions ------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 17
Product Warranty -------------------------------------------------------- Page 18~19

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
First and foremost: this product is a professional lighting and staging equipment
and should be used by a professional lighting technician or under the guidance of a
professional. When using this product, you must always follow the cautions below:
1．Read the product manual carefully before use.
2．This product is only suitable to use in a temperature range of -20℃ to 45℃.
3．Do not place the equipment near flammable and volatile solvents such as alcohol
and gasoline.
4．Before storing the device, make sure it has cooled down completely. When being
stored, unplug the power cord from the device. The equipment should be stored in
its carrying case or in a well-ventilated and dry place.
5．This lighting fixture is not for general illumination and should not be used as such.
Individuals with eye injuries or sensitivity should avoid using this lighting fixture.
6．This is a professional light and children are prohibited from using it. Parents or
guardians must closely supervise children when they are near the equipment to
prevent personal injury caused by colliding with or misusing the equipment.
7．Before using the equipment, please remove the protective cover.
8．When the lighting fixture is on, it is forbidden to stare directly at the light source
under any circumstances. High-intensity lighting should only be used under the
guidance of a professional lighting technician. Avoid staying in a high-intensity light
environment for a long time. If feeling any discomfort, please immediately turn off
the lighting fixture, and seek for medical attention.
9．When the lighting fixture is on, use it carefully and avoid contacting high-
temperature components such as LED light sources to prevent being burnt.
10.Do not use a damaged equipment or accessories. Wait for a professional repairman
to inspect and repair it before it is confirmed that the equipment can function
normally.
11.If the light source is damaged or deformed due to heat, please stop using it and
contact the manufacturer, service agents or qualified repairman promptly to replace
the light source to avoid accidents.
12.If the product is cracked due to falling, squeezing or strong impact during use,
please stop use it to avoid being electrically shocked by touching internal electronic
components.
13.Do not disassemble the product by yourself. If the product malfunctions, it must be
checked and repaired by the manufacturer or authorized repair personnel.
14.Before cleaning and maintenance, be sure to unplug the power supply. To unplug
never pull on the cable but always pull the plug itself. This device shall only operated
with earthed power outlets or emergency power generators.

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15.When cleaning the device, do not wipe it with a wet cloth. Use a dry and soft cloth to
wipe off the dirt.
16.If an extension cord is required, it needs to have the necessary capacity to power the
respective unit. Using an extension cord with a lower current capacity the devices
need may cause overheating.
17.For some products with long power cords, please place the power cords properly
and avoid its contact with overheated surfaces that may damage or trip personnel.
Please use original power cords of our manufactory. The damage caused by using
non-original power cords is not covered by our repair service.
18.Do not use product accessories that are not recommended by our brand to avoid
fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
19.Some products use batteries for power supply. Do not use any batteries, power
sources, or accessories that are not specified in the user manual. Please keep
batteries and other accessories out of reach of children and infants. If a child or
infant swallows a battery or accessory, seek medical attention immediately. If the
battery leaks, changes color, deforms, smokes, or emits an odor, remove it
immediately. Be careful not to get burned during the removal. A continued use of
such batteries may cause a fire, electric shock, or skin burns. Do not use any
deformed or modified batteries. Do not disassemble or modify this product or the
battery. Do not heat the battery or solder it. Do not let the battery come into contact
with fire or water, or subject it to strong external force. Do not insert the battery's
positive and negative ends incorrectly, or mix use old and new batteries or different
types of batteries.
20.For some products with built-in lithium batteries, please use a dedicated charger for
charging, and follow the correct operating instructions within the prescribed voltage
and temperature range.
21.The warranty last for one year. Consumables like batteries, adapters, power cords,
and other accessories are not covered by the warranty.
22.The one-year warranty will be invalidated if the equipment is found to have been
repaired privately. The related repair costs will be charged.
23.Equipment malfunctions caused by non-standard operations are not covered by the
warranty.
24.The safety instructions are based on our factory's strict testing. If there are any
changes in the equipment's design and specifications, we reserve the right not to
notify. Customers can visit our official website to check the latest digital version of
the instructions and learn about the newest product information.
Keep these instructions!

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing our “ GVM-PRO-SD400B/GVM-PRO-SD500B", this product
is designed for senior photography enthusiasts, The product is suitable for live
broadcast / outdoor / film shooting / studio photography，It can also be used for
YouTube video shooting.
1．It has high-definition COB beads, which help to restore and enrich the color of
objects, providing you with natural and vivid shooting effects.
2．APP control, can be controlled through your iOS and Android smart mobile
device; support Bluetooth Mesh networking, you can group control with GVM
brand devices that support Mesh networking.
3．With standard DMX interface, DMX control mode of low precision 8bit and high
precision 16bit can be realized.
4．3 lighting modes, CCT mode, light source matching mode, light effect Mode.
We firmly believe that the correct use of this product will be of great help to your
shooting work. Before using the product, we strongly recommend that you read the
this user guide carefully.
WARNING:
High-power LED lights are strictly prohibited from being directly viewed or shining
into other people's eyes.
Do not plug or unplug the power cord or connecting wires while the light is turned
on to avoid personal injury.
Do not cover the heat dissipation port when the lamp is in operation.
Keep children away from touching or using this light.
As a professional lighting equipment, please make sure to operate it correctly
according to the user manual.

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DISCLAIMERS
1. Before using this product, please read the text carefully to ensure that the correct
operation of the product to be carried out. Fail to follow and not following the
instructions and warnings in this document may cause damage the product or
other surrounding items, or even harm to you and others around you.
2. By using this product, you are deemed to have carefully read the disclaimer and
warning, understand and agree all the terms and contents of this statement, and
promise to take full responsibility for the use of this product and the possible
consequences.
3. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Model: GVM-PRO-SD400B Model : GVM-PRO-SD500B
PRODUCT PARAMETER
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Brand: GVM
Product Name: Photography light
Product type: photography fill light
Function control: multiple light effect
modes, high display index lamp beads
Control mode: DMX, wireless remote
control, light body control, APP
Bluetooth MESH network control
Lumen: Bare light 16800lux/1m; Plus
standard cover 61600lux/1m
Number of lamp beads: 1 (COB lamp
beads)
Color rendering index : ≥97
Color temperature: 2700K~6800K
Light adjustment method: Stepless
adjustment
Product net weight: 5KG
Maximum power: 500W
Power supply mode: AC&Battery (V-
mount battery)
AC input: 100V~240V
Product Size (mm): 436×150×265
Controller size (mm): 136×133×335
Controller net weight: 2.6KG
Product material: Aluminum alloy
Heat dissipation: Heat sink + fan
Commodity origin: Huizhou, China
Brand: GVM
Product Name: Photography light
Product type: photography fill light
Function control: multiple light effect
modes, high display index lamp beads
Control mode: DMX, wireless remote
control, light body control, APP
Bluetooth MESH network control
Lumen: Bare light 14300 lux/1m; Plus
standard cover 53200 lux/1m
Number of lamp beads: 1 (COB lamp
beads)
Color rendering index : ≥97
Color temperature: 2700K~6800K
Light adjustment method: Stepless
adjustment
Product net weight: 5KG
Maximum power: 400W
Power supply mode: AC&Battery (V-
mount battery)
AC input: 100V~240V
Product Size (mm): 436×150×265
Controller size (mm): 136×133×335
Controller net weight: 2.6KG
Product material: Aluminum alloy
Heat dissipation: Heat sink + fan
Commodity origin: Huizhou, China

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Controller
Light
Vents
lamp beads
Bowens mount
U-frame
Fixture knob
Angle lock handle
Control input
Light stand interface
Vents
Display screen
Knob①:
Brightness adjustment /
selection confirmation
Menu key
Mode key Battery plate
Return key
Cooldown key
Knob②:
CCT adjustment /
rate adjustment
Power button
controller output
interface
DMX output
interface
DMX input interface
ACinput
PRODUCT STRUCTURE DIAGRAM

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INSTALLATION METHOD
Loosen the light stand fixing knob, install the light to the light stand as shown
below, then tighten the light stand fixing knob.
2Loosen the angle locking handle, adjust the angle of the spotlight, then tighten
the angle locking handle.

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3Insert the standard cover into the corresponding Bowens bayonet socket of the
light, then turn it clockwise gently. To remove the cover on the light, pull it
outward and rotate it counterclockwise.
4Install the controller fixing clip on the light stand as shown in the figure below.

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5Follow the steps shown in the figure below to install the controller on the
controller fixing clip first.

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6As shown in the figure below, use the control wire to connect the light and the
controller.

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Battery slot
Power input interface
(Batteryneedstobepurchasedseparately)
7There are two power supply modes to choose from:
①Use the AC power cord for power supply.
② Use two V button batteries for power supply.
(Batteries must be inserted into both battery slots to provide power, and the
power is halved when using batteries.)

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DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT
CONTROL KEYS
1Display: Display current settings, modes and
parameters.
Mode key: light mode switch button.
Menu key: press this key to enter the
settings menu.
Return key: press this key to return to the
previous level menu.
Cooling key: start a large air volume cooling
until the temperature decreased to a
touchable temperature.
Knob ①: INT/SELECTOR multi-functional
coding knob, by pressing or rotating can
be”Select/Brightness" adjustment.
Knob ②: CCT/SPEED adjustment, by rotating
it, you can adjust color temperature and
light effect change rate.
Power ON/OFF button.
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3
4
5
6
7
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FUNCTION INTRODUCTION &
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
① MENU ：Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
DMX SETTINGS (Figure 1):
Set the DMX parameters, [address (001-512)]
and configure the mode [(8bit/16bit)].
DIM CURVE (Figure 2):
Set the dimming curve, [linear / logarithmic /
exponential / S curve].
WL SETTINGS (Figure 3):
RF channel settings, RF switch, Bluetooth
switch, Bluetooth reset.
STUDIO (Figure 4):
Set the studio mode and non-studio mode.
Studio mode: power off and turn the light
back on, restore the memory brightness
value before the power off.
Non-Studio mode: turn on the light again
after power off, restore the default brightness
value of factory settings.
FREQUENCY SETTINGS (Figure 5):
Set the dimming frequency.
FAN SETTINGS (Figure 6):
Set the cooling fan mode.

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② MODE ：
Three lighting modes included: CCT mode, Light Source
mode, Light Effects mode.
Press MODE button ,enter the main page of mode selection
(Figure 9) → rotate [knob ①] to select the mode → press
[knob ①] to enter the corresponding mode interface → set
the parameter of the item by pressing or rotating [knob ①] →
press [BACK] to go up one level.
CCT mode (Figure 10):
White light mode, adjustable light intensity and color
temperature. [Knob 1] can be used to adjust the brightness,
and [Knob 2] can be used to adjust the color temperature.
Light source mode (Figure 11):
This mode provides 12 different types of light source to
choose from, which can save a lot of adjustment time when
you need a specific light source.
Rotate and short press the [SELECTOR] key to select Source
mode to select the desired light source effect.
Light Effect Mode (Figure 12):
This mode provides 12 light effects: lightning, CCT cycle,
candle, bad bulb, TV, paparazzi, explosion, breathing light,
strobe, flame, firework, welding.
Rotate and short press the [SELECTOR] button to select FX
mode, you can choose a variety of light effect.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
Figure 8
Figure 7
LANGUAGE (Figure 7):
Set the system language.
SYSTEM SETTINGS (Figure 8):
View system information and restore
Factory Settings.

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APP download method
Register Account
Adding Devices
Figure 1
Figure 2
APP CONTROL
(Scan the QR code on the back of the manual to download the APP)
Android version : Official website QR code, Google Play,
Huawei Store, etc.
iOS version : App Store
Register and sign in with your email address. (Figure 1)
There may be a delay in sending the verification code, and
the delivery speed depends on the email server you are
using.
Some email servers may recognize our verification emails as
advertising Please check your blocked email inbox.
① Before adding devices, please make sure you have turned
on the Bluetooth and network data function of your
phone, and reset the Bluetooth of your lighting device.
② Click the "Add Device" button on the "My Devices" page to
find the nearby Bluetooth lighting devices that have been
opened, and select the device to be connected to the
network. (Figure 2)
* Android devices need to open the location permission to
connect the device with Mesh technology, we will not
collect any of your location information in this process.

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Equipment management
① After successfully adding your
lighting device, your device will be
displayed in the "My Devices" list;
(Figure 3)
② Click the device bar to enter the
device control. (Figure 4)
Figure 3
Figure 4
USE AND SAVE
Do not place the product in high humidity, strong electromagnetic field, high
temperature environment, or under direct sunlight. If the product is not to be used for
a long time, disconnect the power supply.
Clean：Please unplug the power before cleaning. And use a damp cloth instead of any
detergent or soluble liquid, so as not to damage the surface layer.
Power：Ensure that the power supply is within the scope of use, a too high or too low
voltage power may affect its performance.
Repairing：If there is fault or performance degradation, do not unpack the shell by
yourself, so as not to damage the machine and invalidate the warranty.When there is a
malfunction, do not hesitate to contact us,and we will do our best to solve the
problem.
Accessories： In order to maximize the performance, please use the accessories
provided by manufacturer and approved ones.
Warranty：Do not modify the product, otherwise the warranty will be invalidated.

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QUICK TROUBLESHOOTING
Phenomenon Check the product Troubleshooting
The switch
indicator does
not light up.
①Whether the connection
between the lamp and the
power supply is normal.
②When using a lithium battery
to supply power, make sure
that the battery does not
have "low battery"protection.
Make sure the adapter is well
connected with the power plug.
Use the product after recharging
the batteries.
After the APP
enters to add a
device, the
Bluetooth of the
device cannot be
searched.
Check whether the device is
normally turned on and whether
it has been bound by another
person's connection.
Normal steps:
①The mobile phone turns on
the Bluetooth and network
data functions, and the
Android system needs to turn
on the location permission;
②Reset the device Bluetooth.
The APP fails to
connect to
thenetwork
configuration of
the device.
Check whether the device is
turned on normally and whether
it has been bound by another
person's connection;
Check whether the Bluetooth
and network of the mobile
phone are well connected.
After resetting the device's
Bluetooth and restarting the
App, try to connect again.
The device
cannot be
searched after
being removed
from the APP.
Whether the device is offline in
network status.
Remove the device if it is not in
good connection.
After resetting the Bluetooth of
the device, search and add the
device again.
Clicking on the
device in the APP
cannot enter the
control.
Check whether the device is
online (a small green dot is
displayed); If it is offline, you can
check according to the steps of
the d i s tri b u t i o n ne t w o r k
connection failure.
Restart the device, wait for 5
seconds, and then control it
when it is displayed as online;
reset the Bluetooth of the
device, and re-add the device to
the device list.

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PRECAUTIONS
1．The product is not waterproof, it needs to be protected against wet conditions
condensation, dripping and splashing water, air humidity;
2．The product is not anti-corrosion, do not let the product get into contact with any
corrosive liquid;
3．When the product is in use, ensure that the product is placed firmly to prevent it
from falling and being damaged;
4．When the product is not used for a long time, please turn off the power of the
product to save energy consumption;
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Name Quantity Notes
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1
4
1
1
1
1
PACKING LIST
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1
Photography lights
AC Power Cable
Controller cable
Controller
Controller clip
Standard cover
Spotlight protective cover
Magic cable tie
Carrying case
Manual

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cooperate with the salesperson to fill it out and keep it properly. Thank you!
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instructions below). Other products or components that do not fall within this scope (such as
promotional products, gift items, and other components added after factory) are not covered by
this warranty promise.
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The corresponding warranty period for products and components shall be executed according to
the relevant "Product Warranty Information". The warranty period starts from the first day of
purchase of the product, and the date of registration on the warranty card at the time of purchase
shall prevail.
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