Varytec VR-260 User manual

VR-260 Video Ring Light LED Bilight,
VR-440 Video Ring Light LED Bilight
LED video light
User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
11.09.2020, ID: 495350, 498926

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 14
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 16
6 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 19
7 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 22
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 23
Table of contents
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1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
General information
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
General information
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1.2 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – dangerous optical radiation.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
General information
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended for use as an electronic lighting eect by means of LED technology. The
device is designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the
device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐
ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No
liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Extend the life of the device by regular breaks in operation and avoid switching it on and o
frequently. This device is not suitable for continuous use.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
Safety
Safety instructions
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NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐
tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).
Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient
conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.
Safety instructions
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NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.
NOTICE!
Use of stands
When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and
stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum
permissible load capacity of the stand.
Safety instructions
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3 Features
The LED ring light with variable colour temperature is particularly suitable for lighting tasks
during video shooting, in reports on the road, or in the studio.
Special features of the device:
nLong service life and low heat emission
nLightweight design for use on the go
nSimple control directly on the device
n180° swivelling
nHigh CRI
nLarge and even illumination
nNumerous mounting options for tripods, mobile devices and cameras
nMobile operation via built-in rechargeable battery
nOperation also possible during charging
nUSB port for charging smartphones or other devices
nPlug-in power supply included
nMatching bags available separately (item no. 497377 for item no. 495350, item no. 499547
for item no. 498926)
nTripod and smartphone holder available separately
Features
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For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This eect
increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants
by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.
Features
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4 Installation
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a
solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.
Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform
any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.
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WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
Secure the barn door with a safety cable on the spotlight after installation. The
safety cable must run outside the barn door and must not interfere with the light
emission.
Installation
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5 Connections and controls
Connections and controls
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1 LED ring
2 Thread for mounting a smartphone holder (1/4" thread)
3[WW]
Brightness control (warm white)
4 Locking screws for the bracket
5 Bracket for hanging or tripod mounting
6[CW]
Brightness control (cool white)
7[USB] with charge control LED
USB port for charging smartphones or other devices.
If the charge control LED lights up red, the internal battery is being charged. When the LED lights up green, the bat‐
tery is fully charged.
8[ON] [OFF]
Main switch. Turns the device on and o.
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9 Thread for tripod mounting (3/8" thread)
10 [POWER]
Connection socket for the power adapter
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6 Technical specications
Item no. 495350 Item no. 498926
Light source 120 × SMD LED, 0.5 W
(60 × 3000 K, 60 × 5700 K)
312 × SMD LED, 0.5 W
(156 × 3000 K, 156 × 5700 K)
Properties of the
Light source
Colour temperature 3000 … 5700 K, continuously selectable
Colour rendering index CRI 95
Optical properties Beam angle 120°
Light output 0.5 m: 1120 lm
1 m: 256 lm
0.5 m: 1340 lm
1 m: 475 lm
Input connections Voltage supply Connection socket for the plug-in power supply
Power consumption LEDs 18 W 22 W
Operation while charging 34 W 48 W
Charging only 16 W 26 W
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Item no. 495350 Item no. 498926
Voltage supply Plug-in power supply
(15 V / 3 A)
Plug-in power supply (15 V / 5 A)
Battery / rechargeable
battery
Battery type Lithium-ion
Voltage 12 V
Capacity 6000 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging time 4.5 h 6 h
Operating time 4.5 h 5 h
Protection class IP20
Mounting options hanging, tripod
Dimensions (W × H × D) 262 mm × 353 mm × 56 mm 445 mm × 577 mm × 78 mm
Weight 1 kg 2.3 kg
Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing
Technical specications
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