1. הקדמה
The Rotolight NEO 3 PRO Imagemaker Kit is an advanced, portable RGBWW LED light designed for professional photography and videography. It combines powerful continuous light with a High Speed Sync (HSS) strobe, offering exceptional versatility for various creative applications. This manual provides comprehensive instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your NEO 3 PRO.
Key features include an intuitive full-color touchscreen, app control, a wide range of 16.7 million colors, 2,500 digital filters, built-in CineSFX, and broad compatibility with existing flash systems.
2. זיכערקייַט אינפֿאָרמאַציע
Please read all safety instructions carefully before using the Rotolight NEO 3 PRO. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
- שטעלט נישט אויס דעם אפאראט צו וואסער אדער איבעריגע הומידיטי.
- דו זאלסט נישט אַרבעטן די ליכט מיט נאַס הענט.
- פאַרזיכערן געהעריק ווענאַליישאַן צו פאַרמייַדן אָוווערכיטינג.
- Do not look directly into the light source when it is active, as it can cause eye strain or damage.
- ניצט נאָר די ספּעציפֿיצירטע באַטאַרייע און טשאַרדזשער.
- האַלטן אויס פון דערגרייכן פון קינדער.
- אָפּשטעקן די מאַכט איידער איר רייניקן אָדער דורכפירן וישאַלט.
3. פּעקל אינהאַלט
The Rotolight NEO 3 PRO Imagemaker Kit includes the following components:
- 1 x Rotolight NEO 3 PRO LED Light
- 1 x Diffuser Dome
- 1 x Rotolight NPF 770 Battery
- 1 x שנעלער טשאַרדזשער
- 1 x Ballhead Mount
- 1 x Cold Shoe Adapter
- 1 x NEO3 Pouch
4. סעטאַפּ
4.1 באַטאַרייע ייַנמאָנטירונג
- Locate the battery compartment on the rear of the NEO 3 PRO.
- Insert the provided Rotolight NPF 770 battery into the compartment, ensuring correct orientation.
- פאַרמאַכן די באַטאַרייע אָפּטייל דעקן סיקיורלי.
- Connect the fast charger to the battery and a power outlet to charge the battery before first use.
4.2 אויפשטעלן די ליכט
The NEO 3 PRO can be mounted using its 1/4"-20 thread or the included ballhead and cold shoe adapter.
- אויף אַ ליכטיקן שטאַנד: Attach the ballhead mount to a standard light stand. Secure the NEO 3 PRO to the ballhead's 1/4"-20 screw.
- אויף קאַמעראַ: Attach the cold shoe adapter to the ballhead, then slide the cold shoe adapter into your camera's hotshoe mount. Secure the NEO 3 PRO to the ballhead.
פיגורע 4.1: פראָנט view of the Rotolight NEO 3 PRO, showing the touchscreen interface and control knobs.
פיגור 4.2: זייט פּראָfile of the Rotolight NEO 3 PRO, highlighting its compact design.
Figure 4.3: The NEO 3 PRO mounted on a camera, demonstrating its on-camera use.
5. אַפּערייטינג ינסטרוקטיאָנס
5.1 פּאַוערינג אויף / אַוועק
Press and hold the power button located on the side of the unit to turn the NEO 3 PRO on or off. The full-color touchscreen will illuminate upon power-on.
5.2 נאַוויגירן דעם טאָוטשסקרין צובינד
The NEO 3 PRO features an intuitive touchscreen for easy control. Tap icons to select modes (CCT, HSI, GELS, FLASH, SFX, SYS) and use the physical control knobs for fine adjustments within each mode.
Figure 5.1: The NEO 3 PRO's touchscreen displaying the main menu for various lighting modes.
5.3 Continuous Light Mode (CCT/HSI/GELS)
- CCT (Correlated Color Temperature): Adjust color temperature from warm to cool white light.
- HSI (Hue, Saturation, Intensity): Access 16.7 million colors for creative lighting.
- GELS: Select from 2,500 digital filters to simulate traditional gels.
- True Aperture Dimming (FDIM): This patented technology calculates and displays the light output as an F-stop for a subject at a given distance, ISO, and shutter speed, eliminating the need for a separate light meter.
5.4 High Speed Sync (HSS) Flash Mode
The NEO 3 PRO features a built-in HSS flash with zero recycle time, allowing for rapid firing. It is compatible with triggers from Godox, Profoto, Elinchrom, Neewer, and Pixapro flash receivers, enabling seamless integration into existing flash setups.
You can flash in any of the 16.7 million colors or 2,500 digital filters. The customized NPF 750 battery (included) supports up to 100,000 full-power flashes on a single charge.
5.5 Special Effects (CineSFX)
Access the award-winning suite of CineSFX to add dynamic effects to your scenes. Available effects include Fire, Lightning, TV, Gunshot, Paparazzi, and more. You can customize, save, and instantly recall your favorite settings.
5.6 Rotolight App Control
Download the official Rotolight app to control your NEO 3 PRO remotely. The app allows you to adjust color, power, flash settings, and more. You can also create custom groups and projects to control up to 20 lights simultaneously from your mobile device.
5.7 Masters of Light Preset Packs
The NEO 3 PRO includes over 100+ built-in exclusive special effects, GEL, and HSI color presets. These presets are designed by leading photographers and filmmakers, offering quick access to professional lighting setups.
Figure 5.2: The NEO 3 PRO in use, providing illumination for a subject.
Figure 5.3: Creative lighting with the NEO 3 PRO, demonstrating color capabilities.
Figure 5.4: Multiple NEO 3 PRO units used in a studio setting for dynamic lighting.
6. וישאַלט
- רייניקונג: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the light. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. For the touchscreen, use a microfiber cloth.
- באַטערי זאָרגן: האַלט די באַטעריע אין אַ קיל, טרוקן אָרט ווען זי ווערט נישט גענוצט. פֿאַרמייַדט עס גאָר אויסצולאָדן די באַטעריע פֿאַר לענגערע פּעריאָדן.
- סטאָרידזש: When not in use, store the NEO 3 PRO in its pouch or a protective case to prevent dust and damage.
- טעמפּעראַטור: Avoid operating or storing the light in extreme temperatures.
7. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג
| פּראָבלעם | מעגלעך סיבה | לייזונג |
|---|---|---|
| ליכט גייט נישט אן. | די באַטעריע איז נישט אויפגעלאָדן אָדער נישט ריכטיק אַרײַנגעשטעלט. | Ensure battery is fully charged and correctly seated. Check power button. |
| App cannot connect to the light. | Wi-Fi connection issue or light is out of range. | Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled on both devices. Move closer to the light. Restart both the app and the light. |
| דער בליץ ברענט נישט. | Incorrect flash settings or incompatible trigger. | Verify flash mode is active. Check trigger compatibility and settings. Ensure camera sync speed is appropriate. |
| ליכט איז אָוווערכיטינג. | Insufficient ventilation or prolonged high-power use. | Allow the light to cool down. Ensure vents are not blocked. Reduce power output if necessary. |
8. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז
| שטריך | דעטאַל |
|---|---|
| פּראָדוקט דימענשאַנז | 11.02 X 8.27 X 4.33 אינטשעס |
| פּונקט וואָג | 3.31 פונט |
| מאָדעל נומער | NEO3PRO |
| באַטעריז פארלאנגט | 1 ליטהיום יאָן באַטאַרייע |
| קאַמפּאַטאַבאַל מאַונטינגז | Hotshoe Mount, 1/4" - 20 |
| אַפּאַראַט פלאַש | Built-In HSS Flash |
| פלאַש סינק ספּיד | 1/8000 |
| פאַבריקאַנט | ראָטאָליגהט |
| ערשטער בנימצא | 2 פעברואר 2023 |
9. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן
The Rotolight NEO 3 PRO Imagemaker Kit is manufactured by Rotolight and comes with a standard manufacturer's warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Rotolight webפּלאַץ.
For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or inquiries regarding replacement parts, please contact Rotolight customer service. Information on optional extended protection plans may also be available from your retailer.
איר קענט געפֿינען מער אינפֿאָרמאַציע און שטיצע רעסורסן אויף דער Rotolight Brand Store on Amazon.