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  • Page 1 this user guide was downloaded from 711rent.com the manual itself is copywrited by the manufacturer of the equipment. all additional user information is copywrited by 711rent.
  • Page 2 711rent.com Pro-B4 1000 Air User´s Guide...
  • Page 3 711rent.com www.profoto.com...
  • Page 4 Every single reflector and accessory creates its special light and the unique Profoto focusing system offers you the possibility to create your own light with only a few different reflectors. Enjoy your Profoto product!
  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions

    Equipment contains electrical and electronic components that could be harmful to the environment. Equipment may be returned to Profoto distributors free of charge for recycling according to WEEE. Follow local legal requirements for separate disposal of waste, for instance WEEE directive for electrical and electronic equipment on the European market, when product life has ended! www.profoto.com...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Power on/off ....................9 Energy control and range ................9 Flash duration & Mode control ..............10 Modeling light control ................11 Synchronization & Control through Profoto Air ..........11 Synchronization through cable or IR slave ..........12 Visible and audible signals .................13 Flash before ready function ...............13 Test function ....................13...
  • Page 7: Nomenclature

    711rent.com 1. Profoto Air Antenna 12. Ready Control 2. Sync Socket 13. Mode Control 3. Lamp Head Outlet A 14. Display A 4. Photocell 15. Display B 5. On/Off Button 16. Control A 6. Display Button 17. Control B 7.
  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    With Profoto’s lamp head connection, heads can be connected and disconnected safely even if the generator is turned on. If only one lamp head is used, connect the lamp to Lamp Head Socket A [3] 1.
  • Page 9: Generator Functionality

    Batteries are covered by dangerous goods regulations for transport. The battery for Pro-B4 is certified and approved for transport with some restrictions. Detailed information and documentation for travelling with batteries can be downloaded from www.profoto.com Battery indicator The battery indicator is shown in the Indicator Display [7]. The battery indicator has three...
  • Page 10: Power On/Off

    Flash duration & Mode control. By setting the Mode Control [13] to NORMAL, the energy range of outlet A is restricted to 2.0-10.0 (3.9-1000Ws). If both outlets are used the maximum output from each outlet is www.profoto.com...
  • Page 11: Flash Duration & Mode Control

    • MASTER: As NORMAL mode but energy on output A and B is simultaneously adjusted if turning either Control A [16] or Control B [17]. noTe: Setting Mode to NORMAL or MASTER will change the possibilities to adjust light output on both outlets. See more in section Energy range and control. www.profoto.com...
  • Page 12: Modeling Light Control

    (light output). Synchronization & control through Profoto Air The Profoto Air radio system is fully integrated in the Pro-B4 generator, allowing wireless remote synchronization and control from the camera. Profoto Air has the fastest wireless transmission of any wireless sync system and has an operating range of up to 300 meters For more info check www.profoto.com...
  • Page 13: Synchronization Through Cable Or Ir Slave

    The large number of radio channels makes it possible to select a channel that is not interfered by other photographers using Profoto Air, or by WLAN and Bluetooth devices and other radio equipment operating on the same widely used 2.4 GHz frequency band.
  • Page 14: Visible And Audible Signals

    If the generator or the battery is overheated “ot” will be indicated I the displays. After a while, when the temperature has decreased sufficiently, the generator will start working as normal again. The generator automatically shuts down if the battery level is too low, to protect it from deep battery discharge. www.profoto.com...
  • Page 15: Trouble Shooting

    Displays, indicators • This is fully normal. • Press or turn any button or and backlight are After one minute of control and the backlight dimmed down. inactivity, these are will turn back on. dimmed down to save battery. www.profoto.com...
  • Page 16 • The generator or • Ensure better ventilation stopped completely. battery is overheated. and wait until the temperature decreases. • The battery The generator will temperature is too low. automatically start recycling at normal pace when the temperature has decreased sufficiently. • Let the battery warm up before use. www.profoto.com...
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    Technical data 711rent.com All data are to be considered as nominal and Profoto reserves the right make changes without further notice. Energy 1000 Ws Energy range 1-1000 Ws (0.1-10.0) Normal Mode: 2.0-10.0 Freeze Mode: 0.1-5.8 Energy control increments 1/10 and 1/1 f-stop Asymmetry Full asymmetry, Max 9.4 (660Ws) on channel B...
  • Page 18: Flash Duration On Different Energy Settings

    Radio sync Yes, built-in Profoto Air Radio remote control Yes, built-in Profoto Air Radio range Up to 100 meters with built-in radio. Profoto Air supports up to 300m range between 2 handheld traceivers. Computer control Yes, Profoto Studio via Profoto Air Size 25.5 x 18.5 x 25 cm;...
  • Page 19 Energy/Light output Flash duration Energy/Light output (t0.5) (t0.5) 1/5000s 1/5000s 1/5500s 1/5500s 1/5500s 1/5500s 1/5500s 1/5500s 1/5500s 1/5000s 1/5000s 1/5000s 1/5000s 1/5000s 1/5000s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4500s 1/4000s 1/4000s 1/18000s 1/4000s 1/17500s 1/4000s 1/17500s 1/4000s 1/17000s www.profoto.com...
  • Page 20 1/25000s 1/3500s 1/25000s 1/3000s 1/23000s 1/3000s 1/23000s 1/3000s 1/23000s 1/3000s 1/21000s 1/2500s 1/21000s 1/2500s 1/21000s 1/2500s 1/21000s 1/2500s 1/20000s 1/2500s 1/20000s 1/2500s 1/20000s 1/2500s 1/19000s 1/2500s 1/19000s 1/2500s 1/19000s 1/2500s 1/19000s 1/2500s 1/18000s 1/2500s 1/18000s 1/2500s 1/17000s 1/2000s 1/17000s www.profoto.com...
  • Page 21 Flash duration Energy/Light output (t0.5) (t0.5) 1/2000s 1/16500s 1/2000s 1/16500s 1/2000s 1/16500s 1/2000s 1/16500s 1/2000s 1/16000s 1/2000s 1/16000s 1/2000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/15000s 1/14000s 1/14000s 1/14000s 1/13000s 1/12500s 1/12500s 1/12500s 1/12500s 1/12000s 1/12000s 1/12000s 1/11000s www.profoto.com...
  • Page 22: Accessories

    Consult your local dealer or distributor for specific information on accessories. Warranty All Profoto generators and heads are individually tested before they leave the company and guaranteed for a period of two years (local deviations may apply) with the exception of flash tubes, glass covers, modeling lamps and cables.
  • Page 23: Regulatory Information

    Devices). This band may be used in most parts of the world. Regional restrictions may apply. note: Refer to national regulations for the region where the Profoto Air Sync or Profoto Air Remote unit shall be operated and make sure that they are followed.
  • Page 24: Japan

    2.4 GHz Wide Band Low Power Data Communication 上記のとおり、電波法第 38条の 24第 1項の規定に基づく認証を行ったも のであることを証する。 This is to certify that the above-mentioned certification by type has been granted in accordance with the provisions of Article 38-24, Paragraph 1 of the Radio Law. R 202WW08109202 R 202WW08109203 R 202WW08109204 www.profoto.com...
  • Page 25 711rent.com Profoto AB SWEDEN Phone +46 8 447 53 00 info@profoto.com www.profoto.com...

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