Westcott Fusion Frame User Guide
- July 16, 2024
- Westcott
Table of Contents
Quick Start Guide
Introduction
This guide covers setup and basic operation.
For video assembly instructions, visit
fjwestcott.com/documentation and
navigateto the Reflectors and Diffusers section.
Included Components
(1) Fusion Frame
(1) Silver/Sunlight Panel with Removable Window
(1) Black/White Panel
(1) Full-Stop Diffusion Panel
(1) Dual-Speedlight Clamp
(3) Ground Stakes
(1) Ground Stakes Storage Bag
(1) Travel Case
Warning
- Keep away from fire, water, and moisture.
- Do not submerge in water.
- Do not overtighten or force components into place.
- Ensure that all clasps and locking pieces are properly secured during setup.
- Ensure all clasps are unlocked during disassembly.
- Do not attempt to modify any Westcott products.
- Contact Westcott Customer Service for assistance.
Assembly
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Choose a flat, stable surface for the assembly process.
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Grasp the Hub facing downward in your hand. Gently lower the four Extension Arms until seated and the shape resembles an X.
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Locate the Rear Hub and align its central hole with the Rear Post.
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With the smooth side of the Rear Hub facing upwards, lower it onto the Rear Post until it’s seated onto the Hub.
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Rotate the Rear Hub clockwise to secure into place. Do not over-tighten.
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Select two Extension Arms that are closest to each other, unlock the clasps, and fully extend each arm.
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After full extension of both arms, lock all clasps into position and place the extended arms onto the ground while supporting the frame by holding onto the Rear Post.
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Locate the Rear Support Arm and loosen the tension knob located on top of the tilter bracket by turning it counterclockwise 2-3 turns. Do not completely remove the knob.
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Align the Rear Support Leg with the two fully-extended arms and slide the tilter bracket onto the Rear Post. Rotate the tension knob clockwise to secure into place.
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While supporting the frame with the extended arms resting on the ground, unlock the Rear Support Leg clasp. Locate the tension knob located on the side of the tilter bracket and turn counterclockwise to loosen.
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Adjust the leg to the desired vertical angle.
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Attach your fabric panel by hooking the grommets onto the circular hooks at the ends of all four Extension Arms. For the Silver/ Sunlight Panel, ensure the window opening is between the top two Extension Arms.
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Once all grommets are attached, unlock the clasps on the upper two Extension Arms and extend the arms until the fabric panel is taut. Close the clasps to lock the Extension Arms into place.
Attaching the Dual-Speedlight Clamp
- Turn off the speedlight(s).
- Loosen the set screws located on each of the clamp’s cold shoes.
- Loosen the speedlight’s locking mechanism. This mechanism varies by manufacturer.
- Attach the first speedlight by sliding the hot shoe into the cold-shoe track.
- Position the speedlight in the middle of the cold shoe and tighten the set screw
- Lock the speedlight onto the cold shoe using its built-in locking mechanism for additional security.
- If applicable, repeat the process to attach the second speedlight.
- Once the speedlight(s) are attached, rotate the handle of the clamp counterclockwise to open the jaws of the clamp.
- With the speedlight(s) facing the fabric panel, place the clamp at the desired position on the Rear Post and rotate the clamp handle clockwise to secure to the arm. Do not over-tighten.
Alternatively, you can attach the clamp to Rear Post before attaching the speedlight(s).
Using the Ground Stakes
When using the Fusion Light Control System outdoors, its recommended to use the included Ground Stakes to prevent the possibility of injury or product damage in the case of unexpected changes in the environmental conditions. The stakes can also be used to secure the Fusion system on uneven surfaces.
- Remove the Ground Stakes from their storage case.
- Select one of the Extension Arms resting on the ground and loop the pull cord around the circular hook located on the base of each Extension Arm.
- Once the pull cord is securely hooked, press the button on the cord lock and slide it towards the circular hook until it’s held firmly in place.
- Press the Ground Stake into the ground angled away from the arm, ensuring about an inch of the stake remains above ground for easy removal.
- Repeat the steps above for the remaining Extension Arm and the Rear Support Leg.
Warranty
Westcott’s warranty obligations for this product are limited to the following
erms.
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, earthquake, 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, bends, and faded fabric.
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 preauthorization or that do not fall under the limited warranty will
be returned at the expense of the sender.
Repair Department: 419-243-7311
Email: support@fjwestcott.com
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Reflective panel features patented Light Reflector with Aperture technology,
officially licensed from Jerry Ghionis under Patent No. US 9,612,368 B2.
Westcott products are made to the company’s traditionally high standards of
quality and comply with all applicable government safety regulations and
requirements. In an effort to provide the best quality products possible, we
periodically make product modifications. Actual products may not be identical
to items pictured. Designed in Ohio, USA. Assembled in China. © F.J. Westcott
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