genaray RGB Series BL-5X7-RGB 5 x 7 On-Camera RGBAW LED Panel User Manual

: June 6, 2024
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genaray RGB Series BL-5X7-RGB 5 x 7 On-Camera RGBAW LED Panel User Manual

genaray RGB Series BL-5X7-RGB 5 x 7 On-Camera RGBAW LED
Panel

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING GENARAY
Genaray’s 5 × 7 RGB LED light is a powerful and versatile solution for advanced lighting effects with a compact oncamera light.

Four operating modes offer lighting options for any situation or effect. Use CCT mode to set a color temperature that simulates the warmth of a tungsten bulb or bright sunlight, and everything in between. HIS and Color Wheel modes let you manually select any color from the color wheel and adjust its saturation and brightness levels. And the BL-5X7-RGB is loaded with 10 animated effects that realistically simulate police car lights or flashing paparazzi cameras for your videos.

The BL-5X7-RGB light is equipped with Bluetooth that pairs with your tablet or smartphone the moment you open Genaray’s RGB mobile app. The mobile app provides access to even more powerful features, including group and individual light control, and effects.

For the latest version of the RGB mobile app, visit genaray.com

PRECAUTIONS

Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
Keep this product away from water and flammable gases or liquids.
Use only the correct, recommended voltage.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product.
Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth.
To avoid damage to this product, be careful not to overtighten or improperly thread any of the threaded fittings.
All images are for illustrative purposes only.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FIG 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FIG 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

MOUNTING THE LIGHT

MOUNTING TO A TRIPOD OR LIGHT STAND
Use the 1/4-20 socket on the bottom of the shoe mount to screw the light onto a light stand’s stud until secure.

MOUNTING TO A CAMERA
Slide the mounting foot completely into the camera’s hot shoe. Tighten the locking wheel until it’s tight, and the mount is secure.

FIG 3 MOUNTING TO A CAMERA

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

Slide the battery into the battery slot until it locks in place.

To remove the battery, slide it out of the slot.

Tip
The battery loses some of its charge when not in use. If the battery has not been in use for several months,recharge the battery before a shoot.

FIG 4 INSTALLING THE BATTERY

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you encounter any problems, first try turning the device off and then on.
If the problem persists, remove the battery for 15 seconds, and then restart.
Go to genaray.com to make sure you have the most recent firmware update. If a new firmware version is available, follow the instructions on how to download it to your light.

USER INTERFACE

MODE SELECTOR
Press the mode selector to cycle through
the operating modes CCT, HSI, Gel,
and EFX, and the Settings menu.

ADJUSTMENT DIAL
In all operating modes, the adjustment dial changes the value of the highlighted parameter.

Press the adjustment dial to select the adjustable parameters within each operating mode.

CCT MODE

FIG 5 CCT MODE

CCT: Adjusts the color temperature in 50 K increments from 2800 to 8000 K.

Intensity: Adjusts the brightness from 0% to 100% in 1% increments.

HSI MODE

FIG 6 HSI MODE

Hue: Adjusts the hue from 0° to 359° of the color wheel.

Saturation: Controls the saturation of the hue from 100% to 0% in 1% increments.

Intensity: Adjusts the brightness from 0% to 100% in 1% increments

GEL MODE

FIG 7 GEL MODE

Gel: Select one of 48 colored gels.
Intensity: Adjusts the brightness from 0% to 100% in 1% increments

EFX MODE

FIG 8 EFX MODE

The BL-5X7-RGB is preset with 10 animated lighting effects that can be accessed from the back panel of the light.

Use the adjustment dial to select one of the 10 preloaded effects.

Press the adjustment dial to play the effect. Press the adjustment dial again to pause the effect.

Each effect’s parameters can be edited in the Genaray RGB app.

EFFECTS

Color Chase: Scrolls through the entire color wheel from 0% to 359% on a continuous loop.

Lightning: Simulates lighting with short bursts of light.

Cop Car: Simulates the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle.

Paparazzi: Simulates multiple camera flashes with short bursts of white light.

Strobe: Constant flashing white light simulates strobe lighting.

Fireworks: Simulates the effect of fireworks with pulses of color and/or white light.

Pulsing: A steady pulse of light. Similar to the Strobe effect, but the light fades on and off.

Explosion: Simulates the light from explosions with bursts of light that flash on and fade off.

Television: Simulates the glow from a television with a constant light and random color temperature changes.

Fire: Simulates the light of a campfire or fireplace with a constant light that randomly fades between a set range of color temperatures.

SETTINGS

FIG 9 SETTINGS

The Settings menu lets you set the parameters for wireless and remote operation. You can also select the onscreen language and reset the light to the factory presets.

For more information and instructions for operating the BL-5X7-RGB from a smartphone or tablet, go to genaray.com to download the RGB app and user manual.

G#: Set the group number from 0 to 99.
L#: Set the individual light number from 0 to 99.
M / S: Set the light to master or slave mode.
Master: All RGB-series lights set to the same channel and group will mirror the settings of this light.
Slave: When set to the same channel and group as the master, the light will mirror the settings of the master.
None: Turns off Master/Slave mode.
LAG: Selects the onscreen display language.
RFD: Selecting YES and pressing the adjustment dial resets the light to the factory presets.
VER: Displays the light’s firmware version.

GENARAY RGB APP

Genaray RGB-series lights can be controlled from the RGB app from a range of approximately 33 feet (10 m). The RGB app expands the BL-5X7-RGB’s capabilities with a wider range of operating modes and editable parameters.

Go to genaray.com for a complete user manual.

OPERATING MODES VIA THE RGB APP
Dimmer: Sets the brightness of RGB-series lights set to the same group number. Set brightness levels globally or individually.

3200K-5600K and 2800K-8000K
Modes: Sets the color temperature for individual lights or all lights set to the same group number.

Color Picker: Displays an onscreen color wheel and cursor that allow you to manually select a color.

HSI: Provides three sliders to set the hue, saturation, and intensity of each light, or all lights set to the same group.

Gels: Select one of 48 color gels for all lights set to the same group or each individually numbered light.

Effects: Select one of 10 animated lighting effects. Each effect’s parameters can be edited in the app.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

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

This device may not cause harmful interference
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Gradus Group could void the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components.

It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

FIG 10 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

FIG 11 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

FIG 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve the environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to a collection and recycling location near you.

For more information about recycling rechargeable batteries, call the Call2Recycle helpline at 1-877-723-1297, or visit www.call2recycle.org

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This Genaray product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. Genaray’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at Genaray’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by Genaray. If the product has been discontinued, Genaray reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, GENARAY MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from
state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Genaray Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Genaray along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.

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