AcuteB2 600 AirS User´s Guide
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AcuteB2 600 AirS Thank you for choosing Profoto Thanks for showing us your confidence by investing in an AcuteB2 generator. For more than four decades we have sought the perfect light. What pushes us is our conviction that we can offer even yet better tools for the most demanding photographers. Before our products are shipped we have them pass an extensive and strict testing program. We check that each individual product comply with specified performance, quality and safety.
AcuteB2 600 AirS 4 Safety instructions Safety Precautions! Do not operate the equipment before studying the instruction manual and the accompanying safety. Make sure that Profoto Safety Instructions is always accompanied the equipment! Profoto products are intended for professional use! Generator, lamp heads and accessories are only intended for indoor photographic use.
System description....................................................................................................7 Profoto Air....................................................................................................7 Pocket Wizard...............................................................................................7 Nomenclature .......................................................................................................8 Functionality .....................................
AcuteB2 600 AirS Regulatory information – Profoto Air........................................................................21 World-wide Usage of Radio Spectrum.........................................................21 EU Declaration of Conformity...................................................................................22 Unites States and Canada........................................................................................23 F.C.C. and Industry Canada..................................
The AcuteB2 generator is compact in size and weighs only a few kilos. Still, this battery powered flash generator offers all the functionality you need to bring high-quality light wherever you go. The seven f-stop range gives all the power the demanding photographer needs for creative freedom. The 2/10 f-stop control gives you the confidence that all the images will be exactly as you want them.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Nomenclature 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 8 10 2 11 12 3 13 14 1. Lamp Head Socket 10. Battery Indicator 2. Charge Socket 11. Modeling Light Switch 3. Modeling Light Power Socket 12. Radio On/Off Button 4. Pocket Wizard Antenna (optional) 13. Channel Button 5. Sync Socket 14. Channel Indicator 6. Photocell 15. Energy Control 7. Photocell Switch 16. Energy Switch 8. Ready Lamp and Test Button 17. Sound Switch 9. On/Off Switch 18. Profoto Air Antenna www.profoto.
Battery LiFe Batteries Profoto uses the most advanced and reliable rechargeable batteries: Lithium Ion Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4), short – LiFe batteries. These batteries include sophisticated electronics: A special constructed BMS board (Battery Monitoring System) controls and adjusts their output to assure an optimal performance. LiFe cells offer a very high capacity, are lightweight, stand high loads and are very safe and reliable.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Energy control The energy output is regulated over seven f-stops. The energy can partly be adjusted with the Energy Switch [16] in 2 f-stop increments, from 1/1 down to 1/16 of the total energy (equivalent to five f-stops). Fine adjustment of the energy is made with the Energy Control [15] in 2/10 f-stop increments. Since the generator has auto dump functionality, there is no need to trigger a flash to discharge the generator when the energy level is lowered.
The AcuteB2 600 AirS 344MHz LiFe and the AcuteB2 600 AirS 433MHz LiFe generators have an integrated radio receiver for synchronization via the Pocket Wizard device. Always check the manuals of the camera and synchro device about the shortest possible sync times before taking pictures! AcuteB2 600 AirS • Radio operation The Profoto Air radio receiver is turned on/off with the Radio On/Off Button [12]. The Pocket Wizard radio receiver is always in operation while the generator is powered on.
AcuteB2 600 AirS 12 The Pocket Wizard radio receiver can also learn multiple zones on the Quad-Triggering channels, 17 through 32. This provides the photographer with the convenience of activating or deactivating the flash unit(s) wirelessly in four separately controllable zones (ABCD), without leaving the camera position. Example: The teaching Transmitter is set to channel 17 with zones A, B, and C selected.
Color temperature Since the color temperature is constant and reliable, the AcuteB2 is perfectly suited for digital photography. By turning the Energy Control [15] from MAX to -2, the color temperature is changed nominally -150 K. Color temperature in between MAX to -4 is changed nominally ±300 K. Flash to Flash color precision, ±50 °K. Optional glass covers are available for further color temperature adjustments.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Operating instructions Lamp head connection 1. When connecting the lamp head plug to the Lamp Head Socket [1], align the white dots on the plug with the white dot on the generator panel. Secure by turning the ring on the plug clockwise. Connecting Lamp Head 14 Turn on generator 1. Set the On/Off Switch [9] to ON. 2. The Ready Lamp [8] will be illuminated when the generator is ready. Settings 1. Use the Modeling Light Switch [11] to select EXT, BAT or OFF. 2.
To change channel and zone: 1. Select the desired channel and zone on the Pocket Wizard device (Transmitter or Transceiver). AcuteB2 600 AirS Sync via radio – Pocket Wizard The Pocket Wizard radio receiver is always in operation while the generator is powered on. The previously used channel and zone is selected by default. 2. Turn off the generator and wait 5 seconds. 3. Turn on the generator. 4.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Maintenance Battery replacement 1. Release the battery by squeezing the two safety clamps. Pull out the battery. 2. Make sure the text “This side up” on the new battery is facing upwards. Push the battery all the way into the generator. Make sure there is a “click” sound from each safety clamp, which indicate that the battery is properly secured. Changing Battery Changing Battery Release battery Insert battery 16 ® ® Click! This side up.
1. Connect the Profoto Charger 1A or the Profoto Charger 2A to the Charge Socket [2] on the generator. The generator can be used during the battery charging. To use the AcuteB2 while charging we recommend the 2A charger that will increase the operating time considerably. AcuteB2 600 AirS Charging the battery in place in the generator: Changing battery fuse The 40 A fuse holder is placed on top of the battery. Changing Battery Fuse 17 CHARGE 40 A 1. Pull out the fuse. 2.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Accessories Acute-B Head Acute/D4 Head* Acute/D4 Twin* Acute/D4 Ring 65W Model Lamp Adapter Acute Kit Bag 18 Profoto Air Sync/Remote Pocket Wizard Transceiver Profoto Adapter 85 W Profoto Charger 1A Profoto Charger 2A Shoulder Strap Please consult with your local dealer or distributor for specific information. * Special adapter needed for modeling light. www.profoto.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Technical data Energy 600 Ws Input 12 V Energy Control Over a seven f-stop range, in 2/10 step adjustments f-stop at 2 m (ISO 100/21º) 64.2 with Magnum 50º reflector Recycling time LiFe battery: 0.08-2.0 s @ full Pb battery: Flash Capacity Ws: No of flashes at different energy settings Energy: 0.09-2.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Battery operating temperature range LiFe battery: -20 ºC to +50 ºC (-4 ºF to +120 ºF) Pb battery: Battery storage temperature range +5 ºC to +30 ºC (+40 ºF to +86 ºF) LiFe battery: -30 ºC to +60 ºC (-20 ºF to +140 ºF) Pb battery: -10 ºC to +40 ºC (+14 ºF to +100 ºF) Fuse 40 A Lamp Head Socket 1 socket Radio Sync Profoto Air: range up to 200 m, channel selector on generator 20 Pocket Wizard: range up to 100 m, channel selector learn mode Radio remote control No Sync Socket 1
The regulatory information in this section applies to the Profoto Air system. World-wide Usage of Radio Spectrum The Profoto Air system operates on the license-free 2.4GHz ISM band for SRD (Short Range Devices). This band may be used in most parts of the world. Regional restrictions may apply. Note: Refer to national regulations for the region where the Profoto Air Sync or Profoto Air Remote unit shall be operated and make sure that they are followed. www.profoto.
AcuteB2 600 AirS 22 EU Declaration of Conformity In accordance with the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Act and Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Manufacturer: Address: Product: Type: Profoto AB Box 2023, 128 21 SKARPNÄCK, Sweden 2.
Compliance Statement ( Part 15.19) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference and, 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Warning (Part 15.21) Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
AcuteB2 600 AirS Japan The module has been granted modular approval for sale and operation in Japan. 特定無線設備の種類 Classification of specified radio equipment: Article 2, Clause 1, Item 19 2.4 GHz Wide Band Low Power Data Communication 24 上記のとおり、電波法第 38条の 24第 1項の規定に基づく認証を行ったも のであることを証する。 This is to certify that the above-mentioned certification by type has been granted in accordance with the provisions of Article 38-24, Paragraph 1 of the Radio Law. R 202WW08109202 R 202WW08109203 R 202WW08109204 www.
The regulatory information in this section applies to the Pocket Wizard system. Operating frequencies The Pocket Wizard radio system is operating on either 344 MHz (USA) or 433 MHz (Europe). If you are in any doubt about the frequency allowed in your country, please get in contact with the local Profoto distributor BEFORE you activate the Pocket Wizard Transmitter. It is strictly forbidden by law to use these frequencies in other countries.
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P.O. Box 2023 Profoto AB SE-128 21 Skarpnäck SWEDEN Phone +46 8 447 53 00 info@profoto.com www.profoto.com 334015-1-816. Printed in Sweden. Technical data and product information are subject to change without notice.
