westcott 4726 Rapid Box Switch Lantern User Guide

: October 30, 2023
: Westcott

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4726 Rapid Box Switch Lantern
User Guide

Included Components

(1) Lantern Frame
(1) Lantern Softbox
(1) Lantern Dot
(1) Travel Case
Switch Light Mount Inserts sold separately. Please visit fjwestcott.com/switch for available options.

Assembly

Attaching a Switch Insert to the Lantern
On the edge of the Switch Lantern ring, locate the three metal tabs and the thumb lock. Slide the Switch Insert (sold separately) under the three tabs while shifting the thumb lock outwards. Once in place, release the thumb lock to secure.

Opening the Switch Lantern

Slide the collapsed Lantern frame into the opening of the fabric softbox with the Switch Insert end facing out.
Note: For proper fabric ﬁtment, while pressing down on the Switch Lantern adapter ring, ensure the seams of the fabric are aligned with the frame’s ribs.
While holding the fabric in place, stand the Switch Lantern on the ﬂoor or a table so that the Switch Insert is facing upwards.
Note: The Switch Lantern comes with a fabric dot equipped with a hook-and-loop fastener. This dot can be a!xed to the front of the modiﬁer to help maintain a clean di”usion fabric during assembly. It can also be used to help reduce hot spots during use.
Continue holding the fabric with one hand. Place your palms on both sides of the adapter ring and slowly push down until the internal horizontal bar is secured in place by the two wide hooks at the base of the frame.
Note: The ribs of the lantern should bow outwards to create a ball shape. If a rib bends inwards, gently reduce the downward pressure until the rib self adjusts to bend outward.
Once the horizontal bar is securely in place, close the collar of the Switch Lantern by utilizing the hook-and-loop fasteners.

Disassembly

Undo the collar’s hook-and-loop fasteners.
With your hands on each side of the adapter ring, push down until the internal horizontal bar is below the hooks located at the base of the Lantern frame.
Maneuver the bar so that it’s clear of the hooks and slowly reduce the pressure on the adapter ring until the Lantern reaches the fully collapsed position.

Important: Do not remove your hands from the adapter ring until the Lantern returns to the collapsed position. Failure to do so may result in the Lantern springing upwards and causing personal injury or property damage.

Mounting a Strobe or Constant Light

Place your light source onto a light stand, boom, or mounting arm.
After axing your light source’s compatible Switch Insert (sold separately) to the Switch Lantern, align the insert with the face of your light.
Secure the Switch Lantern to your light source. Refer to your light source manual for proper mounting methods.

Mounting a Speedlight

After attaching the Switch FJ80 Insert #2544 or Speedlight Insert #2541 (both sold separately) to the Switch Lantern, locate the two pins on the Insert. While pressing the longer pin, rotate the adapter mount counterclockwise until it locks into place.
Locate the shoe mount tilter bracket included with the Switch Insert. Align the bracket’s screw to the channel located on the Insert. Tighten the screw to secure the bracket at the height required for your light.
Loosen the tension knob on the base of the tilter bracket and place it on a light stand. Tighten the tension knob to secure.
Loosen the tension screw on the side of the cold shoe bracket and slide your Speedlight into place. Tighten screw to secure.
Utilize the cold shoe’s lower tension knob to adjust the Speedlight’s distance from the Switch Lantern.

Changing Switch Inserts

Remove the Switch Lantern from the light source after it has cooled.
To remove the insert, locate the thumb lock on the rear of the Switch Lantern, slide outward, and gently slide up and away from the thumb lock.

Caution

Failure to properly lock the Switch Insert in place may cause damage to the Switch Lantern and light source.
Failure to conﬁrm that the Switch Lantern is properly assembled and mounted could place unnecessary stress on the ribs and can cause permanent damage to your Switch Lantern.
Failure to secure your light to the Switch Lantern could result in damage to your equipment
Failure to secure your Speedlight could result in damage to your light
The Switch Lantern modiﬁer is heat-rated for up to a maximum of 300-Watts (COB) and 1200Ws (strobe).

Care Instructions

Gently spot clean the delusion panel by hand with a damp cloth.
Do not apply cleaner to the delusion or reﬂective surface, as this may damage the product.

Accessories

Switch Light Mount Inserts
Use these durable aluminium light mount inserts to attach any Rapid Box Switch or Beauty Dish Switch light modifier to a light source.

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Visit FJWESTCOTT.COM/SWITCH for options and availability.

Westcott Cares About the Environment
Recycling electronics and light bulbs is a great way to reduce your environmental impact and ensure that you’re playing your part in preserving an environment that can be enjoyed by future generations. Many retail stores have bins designed for recycling these items. You can also contact a local recycling center to inquire about recycling your electronics and bulbs there.

Warranty

Westcott’s warranty obligations for the Rapid Box Switch (“product”) are limited to the following terms.
The F.J. Westcott Co. (“Westcott”) warrants this Westcott branded product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of retail purchase from Westcott or an authorized retailer by the original end-user purchaser (“Warranty Period”). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option and to the extent permitted by law, Westcott will either (1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or (2) exchange the product with a product that is new or which has been manufactured from new or serviceable used parts and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product. This Limited Warranty applies only to products manufactured by or for Westcott that can be identified by the Westcott trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them.
This warranty does not apply to: (a) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, flood, fire, wind, mold, or other external causes; (b) damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by Westcott; (c) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability without the written permission of Westcott; or (d) cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches and dents.
Disclaimer: By purchasing, borrowing and/or using this product for any event, both public or private, you, the customer, accepts all responsibility and releases Westcott, and its associates, of any and all liability in the event of manufacturer’s defect, malfunction or misuse of the product which may lead to further injuries or complications unforeseen by the user.
Westcott is not responsible for any potential or incurred damage caused by failure to properly mount, hang, or store the product, which includes, but is not limited to damage to cameras, electronics, electrical equipment, buildings, building materials, personal injury, death, or disability, fire damage, or any and all other damage not mentioned previously.
Please contact Westcott’s Repair Department for a Return Authorization Number “RMA” prior to requesting warranty service. This RMA must be clearly written on the outside of the box to the left of the shipping label. Items sent in without pre-authorization or that do not fall under the limited warranty will be returned at the expense of the sender.
Repair Department: 800-886-1689 / 419-243-7311 (International)
Email: service@fjwestcott.com
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