Luxbanx Duo Softbox INSTRUCTIONS 1
Introduction Thank you for choosing the Impact Luxbanx Duo softbox. All Luxbanx softboxes are designed to control and soften light for your specific photographic needs. Duo softboxes are compatible with continuous light sources (including quartz, tungsten, HMI and other “hot” lights, as well as LED or fluorescent lights) and flash (strobe) lighting sources. Be sure to read and follow the included power and wattage guidelines for lights that can be used with the softbox you have purchased.
Instructions Please follow these instructions carefully when assembling your Luxbanx softbox. There are four parts to your Luxbanx: • The softbox fabric shell • Flex rods • Front diffuser • Removable internal baffle A speed ring (not included) is required to assemble the Luxbanx softbox and mount it to a light. Speed rings are available separately.
Luxbanx Assembly Instructions INSET: Heavy Duty Flex Rod 1. 4 Insert the small tip of a flex rod through the guide loop along the seam of the softbox fabric shell. Insert the tip into the anchoring pocket at the front end of the softbox. The large tip of the flex rod should be positioned at the rear of the softbox fabric shell. Repeat this step with the remaining flex rods. 2.
Luxbanx Assembly Instructions INSET: Strip Model 3. Insert the second flex rod in the softbox fabric shell into the hole in the speed ring that is directly opposite the first hole used. Flex the rod gently but firmly until it is securely seated in the speed ring. 4. Insert the third and fourth flex rods into the speed ring in the same manner. As each flex rod is inserted, flex it gently but firmly into position until each rod is securely seated in the speed ring.
Luxbanx Assembly Instructions 5. For octagonal softboxes, continue in the same manner, always working in opposite pairs. NOTE: the second pair of flex rods installed should be at a 90° orientation from the first pair so that a square framework is established. 6 6. Fold the flaps of the softbox shell over the speed ring and press down on the touch fasteners to close the back of the softbox. If you’re using a hot light (quartz, tungsten, HMI, etc.
Luxbanx Assembly Instructions 7. If you are using the internal baffle, attach it to the interior now, using the straps with snaps that are built into the softbox. WARNING: Do not use the internal baffle when using a hot light with the Luxbanx Duo softbox. 8. Attach the front diffuser to the front of the softbox using the touch fastener, making sure the diffuser is in contact with the softbox all the way around its perimeter so no direct light can escape. 9.
Luxbanx Assembly Instructions NOTE: The first time you use your Luxbanx Duo softbox with a hot light, there may be a slight odor and a small amount of smoke. This is a result of manufacturing residue burning off, and it should only last for a minute or two. An optional Luxbanx grid provides more control over the light of your softbox by producing a narrower beam of light than the softbox alone.
Luxbanx Disassembly Instructions 1. Turn off the power to your light head and disconnect the power cord from the power supply. 4. Pull the flex rods out of the speed ring using the same opposite rod pattern used in assembly. 2. Allow time for the light unit, flex rods and speed ring to cool off before proceeding. 5. 3. Unmount the softbox assembly from the light head. You can leave the diffuser in place if you wish. The softbox will roll up for storage with its diffuser and inner baffle in place.
Recommended Accessories • • Luxbanx Grid Speed Ring (Required) Notes 10
One-Year Limited Warranty This IMPACT 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.
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