Godox FH50R Flexible Handheld LED Light User Manual

June 17, 2024
Godox

FHSOR
Flexible Handheld LED Light
Instruction Manual

Safety Instructions and Attentions

First of all, as the most basic principle: This product is a professional lighting set equipment and should be used by professional lighting engineers or under the guidance of professionals. Basic safety attentions must always be followed during use, as follows:

  1. Before use, please read and understand these instructions and attentions.
  2. Professional lighting is prohibited for children. When children are near, parents or accompanying persons must supervise closely to prevent children from personal injury due to collision with lamps or private use of lamps.
  3. This lighting product is not ordinary lighting product and cannot be used for general lighting. Anyone who has suffered eye damage or has sensitive eyes should avoid using this product.
  4. When the lamp is on, it must be used with care. Do not touch high-temperature parts, such as LED lamp beads, to avoid burns.
  5. When the lamp is on, it is forbidden to look directly at the lamp beads under any circumstances. Strong light should be used under the guidance of professional lighting engineers. Avoid prolonged exposure to strong light under any circumstances. If eye discomfort, please turn off the lamp in time, suspend use, and see a doctor immediately.
  6. If the lamp bead is damaged or deformed by heat, stop using this equipment, and contact the manufacturer, service agent or qualified maintenance personnel to replace the lamp bead in time to avoid accidents.
  7. This product is only suitable for use in -20°C to +40°C operating environment and normal humidity environment.
  8. Do not use damaged equipment or accessories, and wait for professional maintenance personnel to check and repair to confirm being normal before use.
  9. During using, if the casing of this product is broken due to being dropped, squeezed or subjected to strong impact, please do not use it, so as to avoid electric shock injury due to contact with internal electronic components.
  10. If an extension cord is required, please use an extension cord with a current rating greater than or equal to that of the equipment. If an extension cord is rated less than the equipment, overheating may result.
  11. Some products have long power cords, please place the power cords properly and keep them in a safe place. Avoid contacting the power cord with overheating surfaces, avoid improper placement that could cause pulling damage, or trip on-site personnel. Please use the certified power cord from the original manufacturer. If the product is damaged by using a non-certified power cord, it will not be repaired by our factory.
  12. Be sure to unplug equipment from the power outlet before cleaning and repairing. When not in use, do not pull the power cord to unplug the equipment. For normal power-off, please hold both ends of the plug of the equipment with your hands and pull the plug out of power outlet. This equipment needs to be connected to a grounded outlet.
  13. This equipment is not waterproof, please keep it dry and do not immerse it in water or other liquids. The equipment should be installed in a dry and ventilated place, and avoid using it in rainy, humid, dusty or overheated environments. Do not place any objects on the lamp or let liquid flow into the lamp to avoid accidents.
  14. Do not disassemble the product without permission. If the product fails, it must be checked and repaired by authorized maintenance personnel.
  15. Before storing, make sure that the equipment has cooled down completely. For storage, unplug the power cord from the equipment. The equipment should be placed in the carrying case or in a ventilated dry place.
  16. Do not place equipment near flammable and volatile solvents such as alcohol and gasoline.
  17. Do not use accessories that are not recommended by our factory to avoid fire, electric shock or personal injury.
  18. When cleaning, do not wipe it with a damp cloth, please use a dry cloth or a soft cloth to wipe the dirt of the equipment.
  19. Please take off the protective cover before using.
  20. This product complies with ROHS, CE and FCC certification, please refer to the relevant national standards for use and operation.
  21. The safety instructions are formulated according to the strict testing of the factory, and the design and specifications of the equipment are subject to change without prior notice. For latest product information, please check the GODOX website and view latest electronic instruction.
  22. Some products have built-in lithium batteries. Please use specified chargers, and use them within a proper range of the specified voltage and temperature according to the correct operating instructions.
  23. Some products are battery powered. Do not use any batteries, power sources or accessories not specified in the instructions for such products. Keep batteries and other accessories out of the reach of children and infants. In the instance that a child or infant swallows a battery or accessory, immediate emergency medical attention is required, If the battery leaks, becomes discolored, deformed, emits smoke, or emits an abnormal odor, remove it immediately. Be careful during removal to avoid burns. Continued use could result in fire, electric shock, or burns. Do not use any deformed or modified batteries. Do not disassemble or modify this product or battery. Do not heat or solder the battery. Keep the battery away from fire or water. Do not incorrectly insert the positive and negative ends of batteries, or mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types together.
  24. One-year warranty period, accessories such as consumable batteries, adapters, power cords, etc. are not covered by this warranty.
  25. If itis found that the equipment is repaired without authorization, the one-year warranty period will be cancelled and relevant fees will be charged for maintenance.
  26. Machine failures caused by non-standard operation are not covered by the warranty.

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Foreword

Thank you for purchasing!
Godox latest product, the FH50 R Flexible Handheld LED Light, is designed to provide lighting for small spaces or irregular objects. With this light, you can adjust the light output according to the subject at any time and anywhere. The light has a wide range of adjustable beam angles and Is easy to operate, making it ideal for still life photography, video recording, outdoor shooting, live streaming, and other shooting scenarios.

Main Features

  • The light body structure Is thin and flexible, allowing for versatile lighting in narrow spaces or for irregular objects.
  • Wide CCT range adjustable from 2500K to 10000K in increments of 100K.
  • The light features an HSI color mode with 36,000 colors, providing more light source color options for video recording.
  • The bottom of the light is equipped with a 1/4″ screw hole, which allows you to mount the light on a commonly used LED light stand or a standard stand adapter.
  • This product features 14 commonly used lighting effects for video production, including flash, light bulb, and TV lighting effects.
  • You can remotely control the light body using the optional 2.4G wireless remote control RC-R9Il or the “Godox Light” app.
  • By purchasing a D-TAP to DC male connector cable, this light can be powered by a 14.8V V-mount battery, making it suitable for outdoor video recording.

Warning
Do not disassemble. Should repairs become necessary, this product must be sent to an authorized maintenance center.
Keep out of reach of children.
As this product is not waterproof, do not use in rain or in damp conditions.
Do not leave or store the product if the ambient temperature reads over 40°C.
Do not use the product in the presence of flammable gas. In certain circumstance, please pay attention to the relevant warnings.

Name of Parts

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What’s Inside

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Optional Accessories

Rectangular Softbox FS50
Pancake Lantern FP50 ML
Series Video Light Accessory
Set ML-AK

Power Switch Button

After you connect the AC adapter to the power supply, short press the power switch button to turn on the unit.

Brightness Adjustment

When the light is in CCT/HSI/FX mode, turn the Dimming/Select dial to adjust the brightness from 0% to 100%. Turn left to decrease the brightness by 17 unit while turn right to increase the brightness by 1 unit, with quick adjustment available by turning quickly.Godox FH50R Flexible Handheld LED
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Mode Selection

Short press the Dimming/Select dial to switch between CCT/HSI/FX modes.
1. CCT Mode
Short press the FN dial in the CCT setting interface to select CCT adjustment (from 2500K to 10000K) or GM adjustment (from-50 to +50), Turn the FN dial left once to decrease the CCT value by 100K or the GM value by 1 unit, while turn right once to increase the CCT value by 100K or the GM value by 1 unit, with quick adjustment available.Godox FH50R Flexible Handheld LED Light -
parts4 2. HSI Mode
Short press the FN dial in HSI setting interface to select H (hue, adjustable from 0° to 360°) or S (saturation, adjustable from 0% to 100%). Turn the FN dial left once to decrease the hue value by 1 unit or the saturation value by 1 unit, while turn the FN dial right once to increase the hue value by 1 unit or the saturation value by 1 unit, with quick adjustment available.Godox
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3. FX Mode
Short press the FN dial in FX setting interface to select effect type (14)/speed value. Turn the FN dial to adjust the settings.Godox FH50R
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NO FX Icon FX Type Option Adjustable
1 RGB CYCLE SPD 1-100
2 PARTY SPD 1-100
3 FLASH SPD 1-100
4 LIGHTNING FREQ RANDOM/2-20
5 CLOUDY SPD RANDOM/1-100
6 BROKEN BULB SPD 1-100
7 TV SPD 1-100
8 CANDLE SPD 1-100
9 FIRE SPD 1-100
10 FIREWORKS SPD 1-100
11 EXPLOSION SPD 1-100
12 WELDING SPD 1-100
13 POLICE CAR COLOR R+B, R, B, B+W, B+Y, Y, R+B+W, R+B+Y
14 SOS CCT 2500K-10000K

Wireless Setting

Long press the Select dial to enter the wireless setting, turn the FN dial to select Bluetooth/2.4G Wireless/CH/GR/ID, then turn the Select dial to adjust settings or reset. Bluetooth: Optional selection of Bluetooth MAC code, RESET (Reset) or OFF (Off).
When “RESET” is selected, short press the select dial, the display will show “Reset”, indicating that the device is resetting. Once the reset is complete, it will automatically return to the wireless setting interface.
Wireless< >: ON/OFF
CH: 32 channels(1-32).
GR: 16 groups(A-F/0-9).
ID: OFF/99 IDs(1-99).
Note: When using remote control RC-R9Il, the CH, GR and ID of RC-R9Il should be the same as those of the light body.

“Godox Light”App

Scan the QR code to download “Godox Light”app (both Android and iOS systems are available).
Note: The app can be used directly on the firstly installed device (smartphone or tablet). When changing to other mobile device, the light shall be reset before the normal usage of the app. The app should be V3.0 or above.Godox FH50R Flexible Handheld LED Light - QR
codehttps://www.godox.net/godoxLight/download/softwareDownload.html?appName=GodoxLight

Lock Setting

Long press the FN dial, the panel is locked when < >is displayed on the panel, long press FN dial again to unlock.Godox FH50R Flexible Handheld LED Light -
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Illuminance Date

CCT Testing Condition Unit 0.5m lm 2m
2500K Bare light lux ≈6790 ≈1820 ≈479
fc ≈631 ≈169 ≈45
3200K Bare light lux ≈7250 ≈1940 ≈510
fc ≈673 ≈180 ≈47
4300K Bare light lux ≈7540 ≈2030 ≈532
fc ≈700 ≈189 ≈49
5600K Bare light lux ≈7880 ≈2110 ≈553
fc ≈732 ≈196 ≈51
6500K Bare light lux ≈8380 ≈2250 ≈588
fc ≈779 ≈209 ≈55
7500K Bare light lux ≈8230 ≈2200 ≈577
fc ≈764 ≈205 ≈54
8500K Bare light lux ≈8040 ≈2150 ≈564
fc ≈747 ≈200 ≈52
10000K Bare light lux ≈7320 ≈1960 ≈514
fc ≈680 ≈182 ≈47

Note: The above data are averages, not absolute values. All of the above tests are based on 100% brightness.

Specification

Model FH50 R
Adapter Output Voltage 16.BV
Input Power Max. ≈62W
NPF Battery Specifications (available separately) 7.2V-8.4V * 2
V-mount Battery Specifications (avaiable separately) 148V
Color Temperature 2500K~10000K
Brightness Range 0%-100%
FX Type 14
CRI Average≥96
TLCI Average≥96
Channel 32(1~32)
Group 16(A-F, 0-9)
ID 99: 1-99
Mode CCT/HSI/FX
Controlling Method 2.4G Wireless Control/Bluetooth APP/Light Body Control
2.4G Wireless Control Distance Max. 50m
Bluetooth Transmission Distance Max. 30m
Working Environment Temperature -10°C~40°C
Dimension 317mm-311mm34mm
Net Weight≈ 633g

*Desiqn and spec fications may be subject to change without notice.
Warning
Operating frequency: 2412.99MHz – 2464.49MHz(2.4G only receive)/2402MHz – 2480MHz(BT)
Maximum EIRP Power: 5dBm

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause harmful nterference, and
  2. this device must accept any interference received, ncluding nterference that may cause undesired operation.

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equiprnent does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

Declaration of Conformity

GODOX Photo Equipment Co.,Ltd. hereby declares that this equipment are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. In accordance with Article 10(2) and Article 10(10), this product is allowed to be used in all EU member states.For more information of DoC, Please click this web link: https://www.godox.com/eu- declaration-of-conformity/
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at Omm from your body.
Warranty
Dear customers, as this warranty card is an important certificate to apply for our mainte­ nance service, please fill n the following form in coordination with the seller and safe-keep it. Thank you!

Product Information Model Product Code Number

Customer
Information| Name| Contact Number
Address
Seller Information| Name
Contact Number
Address
Date of Sale
Note:

Note: This form shall be sealed by the se ler.
Applicable Products
The document applies to the products listed on the Product Maintenance Information (see below for further information). Other products or accessories (e.g. promotional items, giveaways and additional accessories attached, etc.) are not included in this warranty scope,
Warranty Period
The warranty period of products and accessories is implemented according to the relevant Product Maintenance Information. The warranty period is calculated from the day (purchase date) when the product is bought for the first time, And the purchase date Is considered as the date registered on the warranty card when buying the product.
How to Get the Maintenance Service
If maintenance service s needed, you can directly contact the product distributor or authorized service institutions. You can also contact the Godox after-sale service call and we will offer you service. When applying for maintenance service, you should provide valid warranty card. If you cannot provide valid warranty card, we may offer you maintenance service once confrmed that the product or accessory is involved in the maintenance scope, but that shall not be considered as our obligation.
Inapplicable Cases
The guarantee and service offered by this document are not applicable in the following cases:

  1. The product or accessory has expired its warranty period;
  2. Breakage or damage caused by inappropriate usage, maintenance or preservation, such as improper packing, improper usage, improper plugging in/out external equipment, falling off or squeezing by external force, contacting or exposing to the improper temperature, solvent, acid, base, flooding and damp environments, etc;
  3. Breakage or damage caused by non-authorized institution or staff in the process of installation, maintenance, alternation, addition and detachment;
  4. The original identifying information of product or accessory is modified, alternated, or removed;
  5. No valid warranty card;
  6. Breakage or damage caused by using illegally authorized, nonstandard or non-public released software;
  7. Breakage or damage caused by force majeure or accident;
  8. Breakage or damage that could not be attributed to the product itself. Once met these situations above, you should seek solutions from the related responsible parties and Godox assumes no responsibility. The damage caused by parts, accessories and software that beyond the warranty period or scope is not included in our maintenance scope. The normal discoloration, abrasion and consumption are not the breakage within the maintenance scope.

Maintenance and Service Support Information

The warranty period and service types of products are implemented according to the following Product Maintenance Information:

Product Type| Name| Maintenance Period(month)| Warranty Service Type
---|---|---|---
Parts| Circuit board| 12| Customer sends the product to designated site
Battery| 3| Customer sends the product to designated site
Electrical parts e.g.battery charger, etc.| 12| Customer sends the product to designated site
Other Items| Lamp body, lamp cover, locking device, package, etc.| NO| Without warranty

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Tel: +86- 755-29609320(8062)
Fax: +86- 755-25723423
E-mail: godox@godox.com
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