Kino Flo FreeStyle 41 User manual

Part No. 3100108 Rev A 05-17-2018
LED-151X
Operation Manual
FreeStyle & GT
41, 31, 21 LED

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FreeStyle Systems
SYS-F41U FreeStyle 41 LED DMX System,
Univ
SYS-F41TU FreeStyle/GT 41 LED DMX System,
Univ
SYS-F31U FreeStyle 31 LED DMX System,
Univ
SYS-F31TU FreeStyle/GT 31 LED DMX System,
Univ
SYS-F21U FreeStyle 21 LED DMX System,
Univ
SYS-F21TU FreeStyle/GT 21 LED DMX System,
Univ
Each FreeStyle LED System consists of:
1 FreeStyle LED Fixture or 1 x FreeStyle/GT LED Fixture
1 Mounting Plate
1 Extension Cable
1 LED Controller

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FreeStyle System Components
LED-151X-120U
FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller, Univ 120U
LED-151X-230U
FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller, Univ 230U
CFX-F41 FreeStyle 41 LED Fixture
CFX-F31 FreeStyle 31 LED Fixture
CFX-F21 FreeStyle 21 LED Fixture
CFX-F41T FreeStyle/GT 41 LED Fixture
CFX-F31T FreeStyle/GT 31 LED Fixture
CFX-F21T FreeStyle/GT 21 LED Fixture
MTP-BG41 KinoGrip 41K Mount w/
Baby Receiver (16mm)
X12-25 FreeStyle Extension, 25ft
Included w/ all FreeStyle & GT Fixtures
LVR-SL290-P FreeStyle 21 Louver/HP, 90°
LVR-SL390-P FreeStyle 31 Louver/HP, 90°
LVR-SL490-P FreeStyle 41 Louver/HP, 90°

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FreeStyle 41 LED DMX Kits
KIT-F41U
FreeStyle 41 LED DMX Kit w/ Travel Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle 41 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Travel Case
Dimensions: Weight:
54.5 x 9 x 21” 49 lb
(138.5 x 23 x 53.5cm) (22.5kg)
KIT-F41TU
FreeStyle/GT 41 LED DMX Kit w/ Travel Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle/GT 41 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Travel Case
Dimensions: Weight:
54.5 x 9 x 21” 46 lb
(138.5 x 23 x 53.5cm) (21kg)
FreeStyle 41 LED DMX Kit
w/ Travel Case
FreeStyle/GT 41 LED DMX Kit
w/ Travel Case

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KIT-F31U
FreeStyle 31 LED DMX Kit w/ Flight Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle 31 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Flight Case
Dimensions: Weight:
46 x 11 x 16.5” 49.5 lb
(117 x 28 x 42cm) (22kg)
KIT-F32U
Gaffer/FS 31 LED DMX Kit, Univ (2-Unit)
Kit Contents:
2 FreeStyle 31 LED Fixture
2 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
2 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
2 Extension, 25ft
2 Louver, 90°
1 Ship Case
Dimensions: Weight:
43.5 x 13 x 18.5” 75 lb
(110.5 x 33 x 47cm) (34kg)
FreeStyle 31 LED DMX Kit
w/ Flight Case
Gaffer/FS 31 LED DMX Kit
(2-Unit)
FreeStyle 31 LED DMX Kits
KIT-F31BU
FreeStyle 31 LED DMX Kit w/ Soft Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle 31 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Soft Case
Dimensions: Weight:
42.5 x 7.5 x 16.5” 29 lb
(108 x 19 x 42cm) (13kg)
FreeStyle 31 LED DMX Kit
w/ Soft Case

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FreeStyle 21 LED DMX Kits
KIT-F21BU
FreeStyle 21 LED DMX Kit w/ Soft Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle 21 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Soft Case
Dimensions: Weight:
31 x 7.5 x 18” 24.5 lb
(79 x 19 x 46cm) (11kg)
KIT-F21U
FreeStyle 21 LED DMX Kit w/ Flight Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle 21 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Flight Case
Dimensions: Weight:
30 x 10.5 x 21” 39.5 lb
(76 x 27 x 53cm) (18kg)
FreeStyle 21 LED DMX Kit
w/ Soft Case
FreeStyle 21 LED DMX Kit
w/ Flight Case
KIT-F31TU
FreeStyle/GT 31 LED DMX Kit w/ Travel Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle/GT 31 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Travel Case
Dimensions: Weight:
45.5 x 9 x 16.5” 39 lb
(116 x 23 x 42cm) (18kg)
FreeStyle/GT 31 LED DMX Kit
w/ Travel Case

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KIT-F22U
Interview/FS 21 LED DMX Kit, Univ (2-Unit)
Kit Contents:
2 FreeStyle 21 LED Fixture
2 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
2 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
2 Extension, 25ft
2 Louver, 90°
1 Ship Case
Dimensions: Weight:
36 x 13 x 20.5” 66.5 lb
(91.5 x 33 x 52cm) (30kg)
KIT-F21TU
FreeStyle/GT 21 LED DMX Kit w/ Travel Case, Univ
Kit Contents:
1 FreeStyle/GT 21 LED Fixture
1 FreeStyle 151 LED DMX Controller
1 MTP-BG41 Mount w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
1 Extension, 25ft
1 Louver, 90°
1 Travel Case
Dimensions: Weight:
28.5 x 8.5 x 16” 27.5 lb
(72.5 x 22 x 41cm) (12.5kg)
Interview/FS 21 LED DMX Kit
(2-Unit)
FreeStyle/GT 21 LED DMX Kit
w/ Travel Case

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Power
DC Input
The FreeStyle 151 LED DMX can also be operated on 24VDC
(input range 18-36VDC) through a 3-Pin XLR. The pin polarity is:
Pin # 1 – Ground
Pin # 2 + 18-36VDC
Pin # 3 not used
AC Input
The FreeStyle 151 LED DMX
Controller is powered AC and includes
an IEC connection.It also includes a
12ft power cord with a locking IEC
connector.
The FreeStyle 151 LED DMX has a
built-in power supply with universal
input from 100-240VAC.
Ambient Operating Temperature
The FreeStyle 151 LED DMX is designed
to operate at temperatures from
14°F to 104°F (-10°C to 40°C).
Note:
A low voltage warning will display
if input DC voltage is under 18VDC.
Photo example: LOW VDC: 16

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FreeStyle Fixture Assembly
The FreeStyle LED Fixture is comprised of a removable
Fixture Shell, LED panel and Louver. The Louver is held
in place with Velcro fasteners.
To remove the LED panel from the ixture housing,
press the locking pin and turn thumbscrew to release
LED panel.
Lift LED panel from metal tray.
The FreeStyle/GT includes
Gaffer Tray in place of
Plastic Shell.
Slide LED panel from ixed pins.
To replace, reverse the procedure.
Removable Mount
Align the center pin of the mounting plate to the center
hole on the mating plate.
Rotate plate clockwise until the four shoulder rivets drop
into the receptacle. A locking pin will snap into place
when the plate is properly seated.
The yellow wire loop provides an attachment point for a
safety chain.
To remove the plate, pull up on the locking pin and reverse
the mounting procedure.
The FreeStyle/GT Gaffer Tray & LED
panel also have a mating plate to
accept the twist-on mount plate.

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Mounting the Controller
Extension Cable
The controller can operate the ixture remotely with
an extension cable or can be attached to the back of
the FreeStyle 21/31 ixture. It can also be mounted to
the FreeStyle 21/31/41 Gaffer Tray.
Insert the 4 rubber feet of the controller into the
4 holes in the ixture/Gaffer Tray.
Secure the controller to the ixture/Gaffer Tray with
the Velcro fastening strap.
Connect the harness to the controller. Align the
key ways on the harness connector with the circular
receptacle on the ballast. Rotate the silver locking
ring until it clicks into the lock position.
The FreeStyle LED ixture can operate remotely from
the controller with extension cable up to 50ft
(2 x 25ft). Remote operation of the controller
provides more rigging options.
Mount Options
The Controller can be
mounted to a stand
with a ballast mount
accessory, MTP-BAL1
and mafer clamp.
MTP-BAL1

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Applying Louver
The Louver is fastened to the ixture
with 4 Velcro straps.
Baby Offset Arm
MTP-B41F
Kino Offset w/
Baby Receiver (16mm)
The Baby Offset Arm (MTP-B41F) allows ixtures to mount on the center of a
stand or it can also be under slung from a baby stand to use as an up light.

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SnapBag & SnapGrid
The SnapBag accessory is a lightweight fabric tailor-made for the
FreeStyle LED. It slips over the ixture and is attached with straps.
The relective material intensiies the soft light. The removable grid
cloth attaches to the inside with Velcro.
DFS-FS41-S FreeStyle 41 SnapBag w/ 2 x Diffusion
DFS-FS31-S FreeStyle 31 SnapBag w/ 2 x Diffusion
DFS-FS21-S FreeStyle 21 SnapBag w/ 2 x Diffusion
The SnapGrid accessory is constructed of pre-stretched ireproof fabric
with a built-in stainless steel frame. It unfolds and snaps into place.
This model requires the use with the corresponding SnapBag; it is not
designed to be used by itself.
LVR-FS440-S FreeStyle 41 SnapGrid 40°
LVR-FS340-S FreeStyle 31 SnapGrid 40°
LVR-FS240-S FreeStyle 21 SnapGrid 40°

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A) On /Off: On = Green light displayed. Off = Red light displayed. The display and
all menu settings can be operated while the power button is in the Off position,
as long as power is applied to the controller. The On /Off button only controls
the light source.
B) Menu: Provides access to menu options such as General settings, Reset,
DMX and DMX Wireless settings. Shortcut: While on control screen,
press and hold for 3 seconds to switch through menus (White, Gels &
Hue, RGB, FX).
C) Preset Buttons: Factory defaults left to right are: 2700K, 3200K, 5000K and
6500K. G/M default value is 000. User can also use these preset buttons to
store custom Kelvin and G/M settings.
D) Display: Provides access to Dim, Kelvin, G/M, and DMX channel.
Factory reset will show: Dim = 10%, Kelvin = 2700K, G/M = 000, DMX = 001.
E) Lock: Press the Lock button to disable all buttons and Control knob.
Press for 3 seconds to restore displayed presets to default factory settings.
F) Mode: Press to navigate from Dim to Kelvin and G/M settings.
When in sub-menus, pressing Mode always returns you to main display.
When DMX is applied, use Mode to access DMX channel on main display.
Shortcut: Long press will bring you back one step.
G) Data Port: Mini B USB for irmware updates.
H) Control Knob: Manually adjusts Dim, Kelvin, G/M levels and DMX address.
Press the Control knob to toggle between Fine and Coarse increments or
when selecting options within menus.
DMX Note: Each LED Fixture has an “AUTO TERMINATE” feature. The last
ixture that does not have an XLR cable attached to the DMX “Out” port will
automatically terminate.
Control Panel - White Mode
ABCDEFG H

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Control Panel - Gels/Hue Mode
A DCB
A) Menu:
Provides access to menu options such as General settings (Gels/Hue Mode),
Reset, DMX and DMX Wireless settings. Shortcut: While on control screen,
press and hold for 3 seconds to switch through menus (White, Gels & Hue,
RGB, FX).
B) Preset Buttons:
Factory defaults left to right are: 2700K, 3200K, 5000K and 6500K.
G/M default value is 000. User can also use these preset buttons to store
custom Kelvin between 2500K and 9900K and custom G/M, Gel, Hue and
Saturation settings.
C) Display:
Provides access to Dim, Kelvin, G/M, Gel, Hue/Saturation and
DMX channel. Factory reset will show: Dim = 10%, Kelvin = 2700K,
G/M = 000, DMX = 001.
D) Mode:
Press to navigate from Dim to Kelvin, G/M, Gel, Hue and Saturation settings.
When on the Gel function, pushing the Control knob in/out will apply the gel or
remove the gel. When in sub-menus, pressing Mode always returns you to
main display. When DMX is applied, use Mode to access DMX channel on
main display. Shortcut Tip: Long press will bring you back one step.
Gels/Hue Mode

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A DCB
Control Panel - RGB Mode
A) Menu:
Provides access to menu options such as General settings (RGB Mode),
Reset, DMX and DMX Wireless settings. Shortcut: While on control screen,
press and hold for 3 seconds to switch through menus (White, Gels & Hue,
RGB, FX).
B) Preset Buttons:
Factory defaults left to right are: 2700K, 3200K, 5000K and 6500K.
G/M default value is 000. User can also use these preset buttons to
store custom Kelvin between 2500K and 9900K and custom G/M, and
RGB settings.
C) Display:
Provides access to Dim, Kelvin, G/M, RGB and DMX channel.
Factory reset will show: Dim = 10%, Kelvin = 2700K, G/M = 000, DMX = 001.
D) Mode:
Press to navigate from Dim to Kelvin, G/M, RGB settings.
When in sub-menus, pressing Mode always returns you to main display.
When DMX is applied, use Mode to access DMX channel on main display.
Shortcut: Long press will bring you back one step.
RGB Mode

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FX (Effects) Mode
Control Panel - FX (Effects)
FX mode provides access to effects including Candle, Fire, TV, Police, Lightning,
Paparazzi, Pulse and Scroll. Candle mode used as an example:
A) FX Option:
Choose the desired FX Mode by rotating the control knob. When on the
desired effect, there will be several pre-programmed effects as well as control
parameters that can be altered.
B) Preset Buttons:
In FX Mode, Kelvin custom settings and any control functions displayed such
as Rate and Amplitude (Ampl) can be saved as a preset. Chosen values can
be assigned to any preset button by holding down the desired button for
3 seconds. The Kelvin display will lash once the setting is registered.
To restore presets to default factory settings, choose Reset under General
settings and Clear Presets. This method will reset all buttons in all Modes.
Shortcut: If only want to clear presets for Candle Mode, hold Lock button
for 3 seconds while Candle mode is displayed.
C) Mode:
Press to navigate from Dim to Kelvin and FX settings.
Shortcut: Long press will bring you back one step.
A C
B

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Accessories
SYS-BK12 Block/KF21 Single Battery System,
140Whr, 28.8V (2 x Battery)
PAN-F21 FreeStyle 21 LED Panel Only
PAN-F31 FreeStyle 31 LED Panel Only
PAN-F41 FreeStyle 41 LED Panel Only
FIX-F21 FreeStyle 21 Fixture Shell Only
FIX-F31 FreeStyle 31 Fixture Shell Only
FIX-F41 FreeStyle 41 Fixture Shell Only
DFS-FS21-S FreeStyle 21 SnapBag w/ 2 x Diffusion
DFS-FS31-S FreeStyle 31 SnapBag w/ 2 x Diffusion
DFS-FS41-S FreeStyle 41 SnapBag w/ 2 x Diffusion
DFS-SL20-H FreeStyle 21 Flozier, Half
DFS-SL30-H FreeStyle 31 Flozier, Half
DFS-FS40-H FreeStyle 41 Flozier, Half
LVR-SL260-P FreeStyle 21 Louver/HP, 60°
LVR-SL360-P FreeStyle 31 Louver/HP, 60°
LVR-SL460-P FreeStyle 41 Louver/HP, 60°
FIX-F21T FreeStyle/GT 21 Gaffer Tray
FIX-F31T FreeStyle/GT 31 Gaffer Tray
FIX-F41T FreeStyle/GT 41 Gaffer Tray
LVR-FS240-S FreeStyle 21 Louver/HP, 40°
LVR-FS340-S FreeStyle 31 Louver/HP, 40°
LVR-FS440-S FreeStyle 41 Louver/HP, 40°

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Cases
KAS-DL21-C FreeStyle/GT 21 Travel Case
KAS-DL31-C FreeStyle/GT 31 Travel Case
KAS-FS41-C FreeStyle/GT 41 Travel Case
BAG-SL20 FreeStyle 20 Soft Case
BAG-SL30 FreeStyle 30 Soft Case
KAS-FS22 Interview/FS 21 Ship Case (2-Unit)
KAS-FS32 Gaffer/FS 31 Ship Case (2-Unit)
KAS-DL20 FreeStyle 20 Flight Case
KAS-DL30 FreeStyle 30 Flight Case
KAS-SL23 FreeStyle 21 Fixture (3) Ship Case
KAS-SL33 FreeStyle 31 Fixture (3) Ship Case
KAS-FS43 FreeStyle 41 Fixture (3) Ship Case
KAS-KFC Ballast and Cable Crate w/ Lid

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MTP-KG41 KinoGrip 41K Mount
w/ 3/8” Pin (10mm)
MTP-BRA Baby Right Angle Offset (5/8” Pin)
STD-M30 Medium Duty, 3-Rise 30”
STD-M36 Medium Duty, 3-Rise 36”
XLR-310 3-Pin Xlr DC Power Cable, 10ft
STD-D1 Reverse Stand
MTP-B41F Kino Offset w/ Baby Receiver (16mm)
MTP-BG41S KinoGrip 41K Mount w/
Baby Receiver Short (16mm)
MTP-BAL1 Kino Bal/Led Controller Mount
(16mm)

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CFX-F41 FreeStyle 41 LED Fixture
Weight: 16 lb (7kg)
Dimensions: 52.5 x 4 x 9” w/ 6” barndoors
(133 x 10 x 23cm w/ 15cm barndoors)
CFX-F31 FreeStyle 31 LED Fixture
Weight: 15 lb (7kg)
Dimensions: 40.5 x 3.5 x 11” w/ 6.5” barndoors
(103 x 9 x 28cm w/ 16.5cm barndoors)
CFX-F21 FreeStyle 21 LED Fixture
Weight: 11.5 lb (5kg)
Dimensions: 26.5 x 3.5 x 13” w/ 6” barndoors
(67 x 9 x 33cm w/ 15cm barndoors)
CFX-F41T FreeStyle/GT 41 LED Fixture
Weight: 12.5 lb (6kg)
Dimensions: 50 x 2.5 x 8”
(127 x 6.5 x 20cm)
CFX-F31T FreeStyle/GT 31 LED Fixture
Weight: 11.5 lb (5kg)
Dimensions: 37.5 x 2.5 x 9.5”
(95 x 6.5 x 24cm)
CFX-F21T FreeStyle/GT 21 LED Fixture
Weight: 9 lb (4kg)
Dimensions: 23.5 x 2.5 x 11.5”
(60 x 6.5 x 29cm)
LED Fixture Speciications
FreeStyle LED
FreeStyle/GT LED