Zylight F8 User Manual
The Fresnel.
Reimagined.
Zylight F8 LED Fresnel
User Instructions
F8-D*, F8-T*, F8-H, F8-U
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F8 Fresnel Introduction
Introduction: The multiple award-winning F8 LED Fresnel from Zylight
is the next generation of Fresnel lights. By incorporating a special
blend of Quantum nanoparticles with traditional phosphor the F8
boasts a high CRI (color rendering index) and a quality of light matched
only by traditional sunlight and incandescent bulbs, while using a
fraction of the energy. The F8 LED Fresnel is part of Zylight’s pursuit of
high quality, affordable, intelligent xtures. The unit can be controlled
manually, wirelessly or via DMX controller.
Every F8 LED Fresnel has been thoroughly tested and has been
shipped in optimal operating condition. Carefully check the shipping
carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the
carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your xture for any
damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have
arrived intact. If damage has been found or parts are missing, please
contact our customer support number for further instructions. Do not
return this unit to your dealer without rst contacting customer
support.
Your F8 includes the following items:
• One - Zylight F8 LED light head
• One – F8 4-way barn door
• One - Yoke bar with 5/8” baby pin adapter
• One - Yoke adjustment knob
• One – Slotted thumbscrew
• Two - 1/4" x .69" OD nylon washers (g 1)
• Three - 1/2" x .75" OD nylon washers (g 2)
• One -
Serrated #10/M5 x .36" OD, .02" Stainless Washer (g 3)
• One - Worldwide AC Adapter
• One - AC Adapter hanging pouch (for light stand use)
• One - Barn Door Safety cable
• One – F8 User Guide
g 2 g 3g 1
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Optional Accessories:
# 26-02012- F8 Chimera Kit
# 19-02028- F8 Egg Crate (50 deg.)
# 26-02009- F8 Gold Mount Battery Kit
# 26-02010- F8 V-Mount Battery Kit
# 26-02019- DMX Interface Box
# 19-02041- F8 Handle Kit
# 26-02014- F8 Pole Yoke Mount
# 20-06006- F8 Rear AC Adapter Bracket
# 19-02039- F8 Single Head Case
# 19-02040- F8 Dual Head Case
Customer Support: Zylight provides a customer support line, to
provide set up help and to answer any question should you encounter
problems during your set up or initial operation. You may also visit us
on the web at www.zylight.com for any comments or suggestions.
Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Eastern Standard Time.
Voice: (978) 244-0011
Fax: (978) 244-0011
E-mail: support@zylight.com
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not
attempt any repairs yourself; doing so will void your manufacturer's
warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please
contact Zylight customer support.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton whenever possible.
10718 McCune Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90034
info@zylight.com
www.zylight.com
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F8 Fresnel General Instructions
To optimize the performance of this product, please read these
operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic
operations of this unit. These instructions contain important safety
information regarding the use and maintenance of this unit. Please
keep this manual with the unit, for future reference.
Warranty Registration
The F8 Fresnel carries a two year limited warranty. Please go to
www.zylight.com/product-registration and register your product and
validate your purchase. All returned service items whether under
warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a return
merchandise authorization (R.M.A.) number. The R.M.A. number must
be clearly written on the outside of the return package. A brief
description of the problem as well as the R.M.A. number must also be
written down on a piece of paper included in the shipping carton. If the
unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of
purchase invoice. You may obtain an R.M.A. number by contacting our
customer support team through our customer support number. All
packages returned to the service department not displaying a R.M.A.
number on the outside of the package will be returned to the shipper.
Safety Precautions
IP Rating:
The F8 is rated IP54 for weather resistance: Ingress of dust is not
entirely prevented, but it will not interfere with satisfactory operation.
Splashing water or light rain or snow will also have no harmful effect.
While the F8 is protected against light moisture and dust exposure,
please protect the instrument when shooting in extreme conditions and
note that the instrument is not rated to be submerged in water, or
exposed to prolonged periods of moisture. Always use your best
judgment and protect the instrument from sustained moisture
exposure.
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Safety Precautions Cont.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not
submerge this xture in water.
• Do not spill large amounts of water or other liquids into or on
to your xture.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been
frayed or broken. Do not attempt to remove or break off the
ground prong from the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce
the risk of electrical shock and re in case of an internal short.
• Disconnect from main power before making any type of
connection.
• Do not remove the lens under any conditions. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
• Never operate this xture if the Fresnel lens is removed.
• Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack.
• Always be sure to mount this xture in an area that will allow proper
ventilation. Allow at least 6" (15cm) between this device and a wall.
• Do not attempt to operate this xture if it becomes damaged.
• During long periods of non-use, disconnect the xture's main
power.
• Always mount this xture in safe and stable matter. Always use a
safety cable as part of a secure installation. This includes securing
the barn doors with a safety cable.
• Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to the point they exit from the xture.
• Cleaning: The xture should be cleaned only as recommended by
the manufacturer. See page 10 for cleaning details.
• Heat: The instrument should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
• The xture should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
instrument.
C. The instrument has been submerged in water
D. The instrument does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a marked change in performance.
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First Set Up – Assembly Instructions
To optimize the correct performance of your xture, please follow these simple
assembly instructions, and refer to this manual if you ever need to reattach the
yoke assembly to your xture.
In some instances, the yoke assembly will be shipped separated from your
xture. There are several nylon washers that will be used to correctly space the
metal parts from one another. This will also allow the F8 to be adjusted and
tightened with only one lock point on the left or right side of the yoke. Proper
installation of the washers on the pivot points and the lock points are essential
to maintain the correct operation of the xture.
The lock point (yoke knob) can be mounted on the left or right side of the
instrument, although it is recommended in most common set ups to keep the
lock point on the right side of the xture (righty tighty). To install the yoke lay the
instrument on top of a protected surface. Layout your components to mimic
the conguration shown in gure 1. The side with the thumbscrew should have
the Serrated # 10/M5 x .36" OD, stainless washer and two of the 1/2" x .75
nylon washers. The side with the knob lock should have one 1/2" x .75 nylon
washer and the two 1⁄4” x .69 nylon washers. First place a 1/2" x .75 nylon
washer around each side of the pivot located on each of the yoke ears (g 2).
Next, set the yoke orientation to “lean forward.” You will notice that the base of
the yoke has been shaped so when the yoke mount is vertical in a stand or
perpendicular to the ground, the yoke will sit at an angle towards the front of
the light. This is so the xture can be pointed further down towards your
subject when placed on a stand (g 3).
Install the center of the yoke and capture each side of the pivot point screws.
You may need to gently stretch the yoke to engage the pivot point screws. Slide
the small serrated stainless washer onto the slotted thumbscrew (g 4). Note
the slight bend in the washer’s prole. The outer edge should touch the
thumbscrew (convex side), while the center points towards the pivot point
(concave side). Then take the third 1⁄ 2” x .75 nylon washer and install on the
top of the yoke on the side that will have the thumbscrew. (g 5). Install the
slotted thumbscrew into the pivot point, being sure to properly capturing the
nylon washer. Tighten the thumbscrew with a coin or other device only nger
tight. (g 6). Now ip the instrument to the other yoke point. Slide a 1⁄4” x .69
nylon washer under the yoke at the lock point where the threaded hole will
accept the 1⁄4-20 yoke knob. (g 7). Place the other 1⁄4” x .69 nylon washer
onto the yoke knob and tighten into the threaded hole, being sure to capture
the nylon washer below (g 8). This completes the proper installation of the
yoke assembly to the F8.
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