DORR Ultra 60 LED Ring Light Instruction Manual

Ultra 60 LED Ring Light
Instruction Manual

NOMENCLATURE

THANK YOU for choosing this DÖRR quality product.
Please read the instruction manual and safety hints carefully before first use.
Keep this instruction manual together with the device for future use. If other people use this device, make this instruction manual available. This instruction manual is part of the device and must be supplied with the device in case of sale.
DÖRR is not liable for damages caused by improper use or the failure to observe the instruction manual and safety hints.

SAFETY HINTS

• Do not look directly into the LED and do not direct the light beam into the eyes of humans or animals.
  CAUTION: Looking into the light for an extended period of time may cause irreversible damage to the retina.

• Only for the illumination for photographic purposes. Not suited for permanent room lightning.

• Protect the device from rain, moisture, direct sunlight, and extreme temperatures.

• To prevent the device from condensation, only use the device after it reaches the ambient temperature.

• Do not operate or touch the device with wet hands.

• Make sure to use the device only with appropriate batteries or rechargeable batteries Type AA (optional). Please remove batteries when the device is not in use for a longer period.

• Protect the device against impacts. Do not use the device if it has been dropped. In this case, a qualified electrician should inspect the device before you use it again.

• Do not attempt to repair the device by yourself. Risk of electric shock! When service or repair is required, contact qualified service personnel.

• People with physical or cognitive disabilities should use the device with supervision.

• People with cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators, or any other electrical implants should maintain a minimum distance of 30 cm, as the device generates magnetic fields.

• Do not use the device nearby mobile phones and devices that generate strong electromagnetic fields.

• This device is not a toy. To prevent accidents and suffocation keep the device, the accessories, and the packing materials away from children and pets.

• Protect the device against dirt. Never use aggressive cleaning agents or benzine to clean the device. We recommend a soft, slightly damp microfiber cloth to clean the outer parts of the device. Turn off the device and remove batteries before cleaning.

• Store the device in a dust-free, dry, and cool place.

• If the device is defective or without any further use, dispose of the device according to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE. For further information, please contact your local authorities.

SAFETY HINTS FOR BATTERIES/ACCUMULATORS

Only use high-quality batteries/accumulators of popular brands. When inserting the batteries/accumulators, please respect the correct polarity (+/-). Do not insert batteries of different types and always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not combine used batteries with fresh batteries. Please remove batteries/accumulators when the device is not in use for a longer period.
Do not throw the batteries/accumulators into fi re, do not short-circuit, and do not disassemble them! Never charge non-rechargeable batteries – the risk of explosion! Remove empty batteries immediately from the device to avoid the leaking of battery acid. Remove leaking batteries from the device immediately. Clean the contacts before inserting fresh batteries. Risk of battery acid burn! In case of contact with battery acid, rinse the affected area immediately with water and contact a doctor. Batteries can be dangerous to life if swallowed. Keep batteries/accumulators away from small children and pets. Do not dispose of batteries in household waste (see also capture “Disposal of Batteries/Accumulators”).

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The LED ring light Ultra 60 allows to take shadow-free, even illuminated macro shots. Most suitable for fl ower shots, images of small animals or objects, coins, dentists, and dermatologists.

• We recommend taking pictures in aperture priority mode, so you can define the aperture value manually and thus select the desired focus range.
• Recommended range of use approx. 3 to 100 cm.

FEATURES

• 60 LEDs for a permanent and even illumination for all macro and closeup shots
• Constant light with approx. 5500 – 6500 K
• For lenses with filter mount 52, 55, 58, 62, 67, and 72 mm (adapter rings included)
• Powered by 4 AA batteries or rechargeable batteries (optionally available)

NOMENCLATURE

1. LED ring light
2. Output socket ring light
3. Control unit
4. Output socket control unit
5. Hot shoe with locking screw
6. Battery compartment/battery compartment cover
7. On/Off switch
8. Dim dial
9. Spiral cable
10. Adapter rings

OPERATION

06.1 INSERTING THE BATTERIES
The LED ring light is operated by 4 AA Mignon 1,5V or by rechargeable batteries (optional) of the same type.

1. Remove the battery compartment cover (6) of the control unit by sliding it off.
2. Insert 4 fresh batteries or rechargeable batteries. Please respect the polarity as indicated in the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment.

06.2 MOUNTING ON THE CAMERA
06.2.1 CONTROL UNIT
Slide the hot shoe of the control unit (5) onto your camera’s hot shoe and screw the locking screw down. If your camera does not boast of a hot shoe, you can use an optional accessory rail to mount the unit.
06.2.2 LED RING LIGHT
To mount the LED ring light, first mount an adapter ring (10) that suits the filter mount of your lens.
Slide the LED ring light with its rear side onto the adapter ring until it clicks closed. The ring light is now firmly attached to your lens, however, it can still be positioned by turning it.
Connect the spiral cable (9) with the output socket of the LED ring light (2) with the output socket of the control unit (4).

USAGE

07.1 TAKING PICTURES
Set the On/Off switch (7) to position ON. The brightness can be adjusted variably using the dim dial (8). After use, set the On/Off switch (7) to the position OFF.
We recommend taking pictures in aperture priority mode, so you can defi ne the aperture manually and thus select the desired focus range.

• If you wish to achieve a higher depth of field, the additional usage of the flash is recommended. This way you can close 1 full aperture step.
• Recommended range of use: approx. 3 to 100 cm.

07.2 CAMERA SETTINGS

• White Balance: Set your camera to auto white balance mode (AWB). If a more accurate setting is required you can do a manual white balance metering (PRE).
• Exposure: For macro and close-up shots we recommend selecting the aperture manually in order to keep control of the depth of focus. Adjust the shutter speed manually (M) or with aperture-priority mode (A).
• Focus: We recommend manual focus adjustment for close-up and macro shots.

Note
In order to avoid blurred images, we recommend the use of a tripod.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Never use aggressive cleaning agents or benzine to clean the device. We recommend a soft, slightly damp microfi ber cloth to clean the outer parts of the device. Turn off the device and remove batteries before cleaning. Store the device in a dust-free, dry, and cool place. This device is not a toy – keep it out of reach of children. Keep away from pets.

SPECIFICATIONS

type (not included)
Operating time approx.| 90 minutes
Recommended distance approx.| 3 to 100 cm
Connection| Adapter rings for 52, 55, 58, 62, 67 and 72 mm
Dimensions approx.| Control unit: 9,3 x 6,7 x 6,7 cm
LED ring light: 14,2 x 11,9 x 2,8 cm
Weight approx.| 214 g (w/o batteries)

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

• 1x LED ring light
• 1x Control unit
• 1x Spiral cable
• each 1x adapter ring 52, 55, 58, 62, 67, 72 mm
• 1x Instruction manual

DISPOSAL, CE MARKING

11.1 DISPOSAL OF BATTERIES/ACCUMULATORS
Batteries are marked with the symbol of a crossed-out bin. This symbol indicates that empty batteries or accumulators which can no longer be charged should not be disposed of with household waste. Waste batteries may contain harmful substances that can cause damage to health and to the environment. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of waste batteries.
11.2 WEEE INFORMATION
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive) is the European Community directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment, which became European law in February 2003. The main purpose of this directive is to prevent electronic waste. Recycling and other forms of waste recovery should be encouraged to reduce waste. The symbol (trash can) on the product and on the packing means that used electrical and electronic products should not be disposed of with general household waste. It is your responsibility to dispose of all your electronic or electrical waste at designated collection points. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and it is a signifi cant contribution to protecting our environment as well as human health. For more information about the correct disposal of electrical and electronic equipment, recycling, and collection points please contact your local authorities, waste management companies, your retailer, or the manufacturer of this device.
11.3 ROHS CONFORMITY
This product is compliant with the European RoHS directive for the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment and its amendments.
11.4 CE MARKING
The CE marking complies with the European standards and indicates that the product meets the requirements of the applicable EU directives.

DÖRR LED Ringlicht Ultra 60
Artikel Nr 371059
DÖRR GmbH Messerschmittstr. 1 · D-89231 Neu-Ulm
Fon +49 731.970 37 69
info@doerr.gmbh
doerr-foto.de

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