MLACDCB PortaBright 100 W BI-COLOR MONOLIGHT USER MANUAL
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING GENARAY PortaBright INTRODUCTION Genaray’s versatile and powerful PortaBright offers soft yet bright light that’s perfect for photographers and videographers on the go. The PortaBright runs on AC power or an integrated rechargeable lithium-ion battery that serves up enough power to illuminate your subjects with an extremely high degree of color accuracy. The COB LED delivers bright, flicker-free light that eliminates the strobing effect that’s often seen in slowmotion video.
· Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place. · Handle the unit with care. · Keep this unit away from water and any flammable gases or liquids. · Clean the unit with only a soft, dry cloth. · Make sure the unit is powered off when plugging it into a power source. · Keep this unit away from children. · Use only the correct, recommended voltage.
Light Fixture - Front Bowens mount release button Bowens mount PRODUCT OVERVIEW COB LED array Umbrella locking screw Umbrella hole Light stand mount Tilt lock Locking knob Locking button 5/8 in.
Light Fixture - Back Battery status Channel indicator Group indicator Color temperature Display Release button 3-pin power socket Dimming/Color adjustment knob Group button Channel button Power switch PortaBright 100 W Bi-Color Monolight - USER MANUAL 5 Product Overview Brightness
Light Fixture - Top Product Overview Battery contacts Battery compartment 6 PortaBright 100 W Bi-Color Monolight - USER MANUAL
Battery - Top Reflector Product Overview Battery release buttons Battery - Bottom Battery terminals Umbrella mount Power input PortaBright 100 W Bi-Color Monolight - USER MANUAL 7
CONTENTS INCLUDE · Monolight fixture · Reflector Contents · Battery · Battery charger and cable · AC adapter and cable · Padded carry case · Shoulder strap 8 PortaBright 100 W Bi-Color Monolight - USER MANUAL CHARGING AND INSTALLING THE BATTERY The PortaBright includes a multivoltage 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz charger for the rechargeable Li-ion battery. 1. Plug the battery charger into the battery, and plug the AC cable into an outlet.
PREPARING FOR USE To remove the battery, press the release buttons and lift the battery out of the compartment. When not in use, the battery loses approximately 3% to 14% of its charge per month. Genaray recommends recharging the battery every 2 to 3 months, even if it’s not in use. MOUNTING ON A LIGHT STAND Important! Always support the PortaBright with one hand when mounting or adjusting the angle until all locks and connections are tight and secure. Instructions 3.
Instructions 3. Release the locking button, and hold the PortaBright with one hand while tightening the locking knob until the light is secure. To adjust the angle of the light, loosen the tilt lock while supporting the light with one hand. Adjust the light’s angle, and retighten until secure. ATTACHING THE REFLECTOR The PortaBright features an integrated Bowens mount that accommodates most Bowens-compatible accessories such as reflectors, softboxes, grids, and snoots. To attach the included 7 in.
POWERING THE PORTABRIGHT ATTACHING AN UMBRELLA The mounting handle has an integrated umbrella mount. To attach an umbrella, follow these steps: USING THE PORTABRIGHT WITH AC POWER Connect the AC power adapter to the PortaBright with the included 3-pin cable, and plug the power cable into an outlet. Instructions To remove the reflector, push the Bowensmount release button and turn the reflector counterclockwise to slide it out of the mount.
OPERATING THE LIGHT USING THE PORTABRIGHT WITH BATTERY POWER Instructions Make sure the power switch is in the off position, and the fixture is not plugged into a wall outlet. Install the battery (see Charging and Installing the Battery above). To turn on the fixture, press the power switch to the DC position. The battery status indicator on the LCD screen displays the remaining battery power. 12 SETTING THE BRIGHTNESS When it’s powered on, the PortaBright defaults to brightness mode.
SELECTING CHANNELS When shooting with a multi-light setup, assigning a channel to each fixture lets you set the brightness and color temperature of each light with a remote. This allows you to adjust the ratio and color temperature that’s perfect for your exposure without having to manually adjust each light. 2. Use the adjustment dial to select a channel from 1 to 16. 3. Press the channel button to set the channel and return to brightness mode. Instructions the temperature and return to brightness mode.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Specifications LIGHT FIXTURE Expected Lamp Life: 50,000 hr. LED Chip Type: COB Dimensions: Length: 8.5 in. (21.6 cm) without reflector Diameter: 4.75 in. (12.1 cm) without reflector Output Power: 100 W Beam Angle: 120° without reflector 45° with reflector Weight: 4.5 lb. (2 kg) with battery Color Temperature: 3200 to 6500 K CONNECTORS Color Accuracy Standard: CRI 96.4 (5600 K), 96.4 (4400 K), 97.3 (3200 K) TLCI 97.2 (5600 K), 98.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Remote Control Type: 2.4 GHz Number of Channels: 16 Number of Groups: 5 Wireless Range : 100 ft. (30 m) POWER Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve the environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to a collection and recycling location near you. Specifications REMOTE OPERATION For more information about recycling rechargeable batteries, call the Call2Recycle helpline at 1-877-723-1297, or visit www.call2recycle.org.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Genaray product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
