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- Page 1 Inspiration strikes. Inspiration strikes. VM-110 LED MACRO RING LIGHT User’s Manual...
- Page 2 Introduction...
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Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for choosing the Bolt VM-110 LED Macro Ring Light. This LED light combines a compact design with versatile features to give you both ease of use and creative lighting control. It’s great for shooting close-ups and even portraits at close range. Among the benefits you’ll enjoy: • Six levels of brightness adjustment... - Page 4 Copyright © 2012 Gradus Group. Bolt and other names of Bolt products are trademarks of Gradus Group. Other product and corporate names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective holders. Contents...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Introduction ..............................3 Overview ..............................6–9 Installing Batteries ..........................10–11 Mounting the VM-110 ..........................12–14 Using the Diffusers ..........................14–15 Turning on the VM-110 and Firing a Test ....................16–17 Light Mode ..............................17 Flash Mode ..............................18 Left and Right Mode .............................18 Brightness Adjustment ..........................18 Troubleshooting ............................19–20 Specifications ...............................21... - Page 6 Overview...
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Page 7: Overview
Overview LED Ring Light Power Control Unit LED array Adapter ring locks Battery compartment cover Diffuser mounting indicators Locking wheel Cable Mounting foot Pilot button 10. Mode button 11. Light button 12. Power button 13. Left navigation button 14. Set button 15. - Page 8 Overview...
- Page 9 Included Accessories • 16. Battery level indicator Four diffusers (clear, frosted 17. Light mode white, blue, and amber) • 18. Flash mode Eight adapter rings (49, 52, 19. Left mode 55, 58, 62, 67, 72, and 77mm) • 20. Right mode Stand / Tripod mount 21.
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Page 10: Installing Batteries
Note: For the longest battery life, lithium or Ni-MH batteries are recommended. To install batteries, make sure the VM-110 is turned off and follow these steps: Press on the battery compartment cover and slide it in the direction of the arrow to open it. - Page 11 Important! When battery power is low, the battery level indicator will blink on the LCD. Replace all four batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery types or brands, or use old and new batteries together. Installing Batteries...
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Page 12: Mounting The Vm-110
Mounting the VM-110 The VM-110 has two main components, the power control unit and the LED ring light. The power control unit mounts onto your camera’s hot shoe mount, and the LED ring light mounts onto your camera’s lens via one of the included adapter rings. - Page 13 Do not overtighten. Press and hold the adapter ring locks while mounting the ring light onto the adapter. Make sure that the Bolt logo is on the bottom of the ring light and facing away from the camera.
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Page 14: Using The Diffusers
Mounting the VM-110 power control on the included stand: You can mount the VM-110 power control unit on the included stand in the same way you would mount it on your camera. This allows you to set it on a flat surface or to attach it to a tripod head, light stand, or clamp that has a compatible 1/4″-20 screw mount. - Page 15 To remove the diffuser, rotate it so that the indicator matches up with the OFF alignment line. The diffuser can then be removed. Tip: Using the VM-110 without any diffuser in place will result in the maximum brightness, but the light will also be the least soft.
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Page 16: Turning On The Vm-110 And Firing A Test
Turning on the VM-110 and Firing a Test To turn the VM-110 on, press and hold the power button until the LCD on the power control unit turns on. To fire a test, press the PILOT button. Important! Some lenses have front elements that rotate during autofocusing. In such a case, we recommend using manual focus to prevent any possible damage to your lens or camera. -
Page 17: Light Mode
Battery level indicator: The battery level indicator on the LCD shows the remaining battery power. LCD Display Status Battery Level 70%–100% 40%–69% 10%–39% 0%–9% Light Mode During Light mode, the light will be on continuously. This is ideal for seeing exactly where the light will fall, as well as for shooting video. -
Page 18: Flash Mode
Left and Right Mode For more dramatic lighting, you can set your VM-110 to illuminate only from the left or right half of the LED array. To set your VM-110 to Left or Right mode, press the MODE button repeatedly until the dot indicator on the LCD switches to Left mode or Right mode. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
The VM-110 is stuck in the camera hot shoe. • Make sure that fresh batteries are installed and are in the proper The VM-110 is turned on and is in Light mode but won’t light up. orientation. (Page 10) • Make sure that fresh batteries are installed and are in the proper The VM-110 is turned on and is in Flash mode but won’t fire. - Page 20 Problem Solution • This is normal and may happen when the batteries are nearly The battery indicator fluctuates between full and empty when exhausted. Replace the batteries. reinstalling the same batteries repeatedly. Troubleshooting...
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Page 21: Specifications
Specifications Type: On-camera LED macro ring light Compatible cameras: All cameras with a standard hot shoe and a lens filter thread of 49, 52, 55, 58, 62, 67, 72, or 77mm Guider number: (at 50mm focal length, ISO 100): GN 15 Effective distance: up to 4.9 ft. -
Page 22: Notes
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Page 23: Warranty
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Bolt provides a limited warranty that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser under normal use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement whichever occurs later. - Page 24 www.boltflashes.com Copyright © 2012 Gradus Group.
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