iLux Chameleon IS-L336A User Manual

IS-L336A
User Guide
To prevent any damage to the video light or harm and personal injury, pleas e read the guide before first use and retain for future reference.
The Chameleon IS-L336A can be used as a light source for both video and stills photography. It has infrared remote control of the brightness and colour temperature which also doubles as a camera shutter remote (for cameras which support this function). Light is generated by two sets of LED’s, 168 3200k and 168 550 0k bulbs, which can be mixed as required t o change colour temperature to match ambient lighting conditions. The bulbs have an average lifespan of approximately 50,000hrs
Features
Infrared remote control of brightness / colour temperature and camera shutter release
Powered by lithium ion battery or mains power (optional extra, not supplied)
LED lamp driver chip for consistent and stable output (93% efficient).
Illumination angle of 60°.
Memory function, recalls last power setting on restart.
Compatible with three third party batteries: Sony NP-F, NP -FM and NP-QM.
Universal hotshoe mount
Battery power indicator
Components supplied Specifications
1x Chameleon IS-L336A 1x Remote control 1x Hand grip 1x Battery 1x Travel charger 1x EU pin plug
Product overview
1. Battery mount pins 6. Infrared receiver
2. Battery power indicator 7. Angle adjustment
3. Colour temperature 8. Hotshoe plate and lock control buttons
9. Hand grip
4. Mode button
5. DC power input
To fit the battery simply line up the pins in the battery mount (1) and slide the battery gently downwards until it clicks into place.
Battery charge is shown by the battery power indicator (2).
Colour temperature buttons (3) mix the light as required.
To power the unit on, press and hold the Mode button (4) down for approx. 3 seconds unti l the LE D battery level indicator starts up and the light comes on. Pressing the Mode button (4) again also c ontrols t he slow strobe func tion and there are three different sett ings you can select from.
(5) DC IN (9˜16.8V) optional power input (lead not supplied)
The infrared receiver (6) accepts commands sent from the remote control.
If required, the angle of head can be adjusted (7) and locked into position (use a coin to secure in place).
To use the light on camera it can be mounted via the hotshoe plate (8).
The optional hand grip (9) also at taches via the hots hoe lock and has a screw thread fitt ed in the bottom, so the li ght can be supported by a tripod or lighting stand.
Model
Chameleon IS-L336A
Output power
20W
Illumination
2180 Lux
Illumination range
3 – 8m
Voltage
6V – 9V
Colour temperature
3200k – 5500k variable
Size
188 x 178 x 32mm
Weight
400g
The function buttons on the back of the light are also found on the MR-6 infrared remote control.
1. Power on / off
2. Colour temperature control
3. Mode button
4. Shutter release 5. Two second shutter delay
buttons
Canon 6. Wide angle / Telephoto zoom
Nikon P = Pentax KM = Konica Minolta
On both the back panel and the remote control the arrow keys control the colour of the light. The left and right button arrow butt ons add and s ubtract white light bri ghtnes s and t he top and bott om arro w butt ons c ontrol yell ow light brightness. You can use all four buttons to mix and set the light colour as required.
The MR-6 infra red remote can control all functions of the light, which gives you the freedom to work without having to return to where the light is set-up. If your c amera support s the funct ion, you also have rem ot e shutter c ontrol (c onsult your cam era handbook f or further information). Depending on the camera brand and exposure mode selected, pressing the relevant shutter button wil l f ocus th e cam er a and remotely trigger t he shutter. You can also select a two second delay of the shutter (2S). Some cameras will also support the Wide angle / Telephoto zoom function as well.
Battery charging
The battery can be recharged with the supplied travel charger unit.
10. EU pin plug Fold out the pins from the back of the travel charger and fit the supplied EU pin plug (10).
This plugs into a standard shaver adapter plug and it takes about four hours for the battery to reach capacity with full charge being indicated by a green light on the travel charger front panel.
You can also recharge the battery on location using the optional extra, in-car charger kit.
SKU: ILCHCAR
Warning: To avoid short circuit, do not operate in damp or wet conditions.
Do not connect the light with any battery or power source other than original supplied or a third party compatible battery and always check that the operating voltage matches.
If the unit emits smoke or an odor is detected, turn the power off and immediately disconnect the battery. Further use may harm or permanently damage the light.
Contains no user serviceable parts. Should the light suffer damage in any way, do not attempt repair.
Always disconnect the battery prior to storage or transportation.
Keep out of reach of children.
Handle the batteries with care, as improper use may cause the batteries to leak.
Always turn the power off when replacing the battery
Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat
Do not immerse the battery into water
Operational notes
When the light is on, do not stare directly at the LED bulbs.
Do not cover the ventilation grille as this may cause the light to overheat.
When attached to the hotshoe, do not pick up via the light as this may result in damage to the light and camera.
Cleaning
Use a soft damp cloth with a mild detergent.
Do not use thinner, gasoline or alcohol which could damage the casing and affect performance.
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