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Operation Manual
Kamio
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KAM6E
Part No. 3100031 Rev C
09-13-2010

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Kamio ® KAM6E Part No. 3100031 Rev C 09-13-2010...
  • Page 2 Kamio 6E Kit (On-Camera/ENG) The Kamio 6E is a ring-light that clips to the lens of film or video cameras. It is powered by an on-board 12-24VDC dimming ballast (BAL-149X). Main application is for front-fill beauty light for ENG stand-up interviews. KIT-KAM6E Kamio 6E Kit, (On-Camera/ENG) Kit Contents:...
  • Page 3 Kamio Assembly...
  • Page 4 Kamio Detail Mounting Kamio to Lens The Kamio 6E Ring-Light is designed to mount directly onto the camera lens. An expandable clamping ring is designed to fit lenses with an outside diameter of 112mm (e.g. Panavision Primo Primes). Turn the locking screw to clamp down on the lens. Lens adapter rings are available to accommodate various smaller lens diameters.
  • Page 5: Changing Lamps

    Changing Lamps Extract the lamp by pushing the lamp harness through the reflector. The lamp will clear the reflector making it easier to grasp. Applying Gel Filters IMPORTANT: Prior to using the filter frame, remove translucent protective plastic coating from both sides. Use the steel gel template to cut a filter to the correct size.
  • Page 6 Ballast Operation Warning! To Ensure Proper Operation ALWAYS TURN OFF THE BALLAST BEFORE connecting or disconnecting lamps, harnesses or head extension cables. Maximum distance is 30ft (2 x 15ft cables). Ballast Operation The Kamio Ballast (BAL-149X) operates remote from the fixture. Connect the Kamio lamp harness to the extension cable or the Ballast, making sure to rotate the locking ring until it clicks into the locked position.
  • Page 7 Mounting Ballast MTP-141 Mounting Bracket, MTP-141, is required to mount the ballast to a baby pin. Loosen thumbscrew on the MTP-141 sufficiently to allow the flange to insert into the track on the underside of the ballast. MTP-141S Baby Shoe Adapter, MTP-141S, is used to mount the Ballast to a camera equipped with a hot shoe receptacle.
  • Page 8 Lamps and Adapter Rings 06C-K32 6” Kino KF32 06C-K55 6” Kino KF55 KAM58/85 58-85mm Threaded ring adapter KAM72/85 72-85mm Threaded ring adapter KAM80 80mm / Fits Zeiss Super Speed Lenses Canon 16X Mechanical Zoom KAM82 82mm / Fits Fuji 16x5.5/13x5.5/.8x Converter KAM84 84mm / Fits Panavision Digital Primes KAM85...
  • Page 9 Kit Components and Accessories GFR-KAM6 Kamio Gel Frame GFR-KAM6T Kamio Gel Frame Template HAR-KAM6 Kamio Lamp Harness, 3ft KAM6L Kamio 6 Barndoor, Long KAM6S Kamio 6 Barndoor, Short (2pk) MTP-141 Kamio Ballast Mount (16mm) MTP-141C Kamio Ballast Clamp w/ Baby Pin (16mm) MTP-141P Kamio Ballast Baby Mount w/...
  • Page 10 Adapter, 3ft Caution: For AC operation of Camera and Kamio, do not use Battery Charger. The combined load exceeds the Charger’s capacity. Use Kino Flo’s AC Power Supply PWS-156X for AC operation of Kamio Only. PWC-141X Kamio to 4-Pin xlr, 8ft PWS-156X 6.6 Amp Universal VAC...
  • Page 11 Ballast Specifications BAL-149X Kamio Ballast, 12-24VDC w/ 4-Pin xlr Input Voltage: 12-24VDC Power Rating: 12VDC = 30 Watts @ 2.5 amps 15VDC = 30 Watts @ 2.0 amps 24VDC = 31 Watts @ 1.3 amps Switching: On/Off BAL-149X Output Frequency: 25 kHz Size: 4.7 x 2.5 x 2”...
  • Page 12 This product is made of recyclable materials and should be disposed of in accor- dance with local and state regulations. Kino Flo, Inc. 2840 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505, USA Tel: 818 767-6528 website: www.kinoflo.com...