Zylight NZ User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

ENGLISH

V.1.7

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ongratulations on the purchase of your Zylight LED Newz light. Be sure to read this manual in its entirety before using

your fixture as this document contains information and important notes regarding the use of this product. Please refer to
this manual for any questions you may have in the operation and care of your new fixture.

Each Newz light contains the following:
(1) 25-03002 - Newz Light Head with integrated articulated arm
(1) 25-03001 – ZX Camera Base assembly
with ¼-20 stud & D-Tap cable
(1) 19-01008 – ZX Collapsible barn doors

Optional Equipment (sold separately)
(1) 19-02051 - Integrated hot shoe DSLR strobe plate
(1) 26-02030 - AC Worldwide power supply w/ Female DTAP
(1) 18-02034 - Female DTAP to male 4 pin XLR adaptor cable
(1) 19-02027 - D-Pro baby pin to 1/4-20 fricition mount

Customer Support: Zylight provides customer support via phone and email for any questions you may have during your set
up or
initial operation. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. You may also visit
us on the web at www.zylight.com with any comments or suggestions.

Voice/Fax (In English): [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please
contact Zylight customer support. Do not attempt any repairs yourself; doing so will void your manufacturer’s warranty.

CARE FOR YOUR INSTRUMENT:
Store your Newz away from heat and vibration. After use, make sure your Newz is turned off. Do not place your Newz near
combustible or volatile solvents to avoid the risk of fire.

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Your Newz can be cleaned with a soft, dry cloth. In case of heavy soiling, moisten a cloth with soap solution, then dry the
unit with a dry cloth. DO NOT USE DETERGENT, ALCOHOL OR SOLVENT.

This fixture has an IP rating of 54 which protects it from reasonable exposure to dust and moisture. It is not waterproof and
cannot be exposed to extended heavy rain, moisture, or submerged in water. Please take care to avoid prolonged
exposure to moisture or water.

USE & OPERATION:

MOUNTING THE NEWZ:
The included Camera Base can be mounted to your camera by means of the ¼-20 knurled thumbscrew. Connect the D-Tap
plug to your battery, camera D-Tap socket (min. 15W capacity), or optional Zylight worldwide AC Adapter (P/N 26-02030).

Mount the fixture to the Base by first aligning the base’s mounting plate with the corresponding grove plate on the bottom
of the arm. Slide until the release tab ‘clicks’ and locks the fixture into place.

SEPARATING THE FIXTURE FROM THE BASE PLATE:
To remove the light from the Base press down firmly on the Base’s metal release tab and slide the light sideways, as shown
below.

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POWER ON/OFF AND BRIGHTNESS:
On the rear of the fixture press & release the left knob to turn power ON or OFF. Turn this knob to adjust the brightness (0 to
100%).