Nanlite Forza 500B II Bi-Color LED Monolight retains the powerful output and compact design of the original Forza 500. It features an adjustable color temperature range of 2700-6500K, with a green-magenta shift of +/- 80. The spotlight is dimmable from 0 to 100% in 0.1% increments, allowing for precise intensity adjustments to suit your video and photo productions. It blends seamlessly into ambient light situations, matches other fixtures, or facilitates creative expression. The light includes a 55° reflector and offers Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz connectivity for wireless control, along with DMX/RDM capability. Additionally, it has four fan modes for speed adjustments or silent operation. The redesigned control unit allows for efficient power use, operating via AC power or optional V-mount batteries.
Special Effects
The Forza 500B II features 12 built-in customizable effects that can be easily saved as presets using the free NANLINK app, enhancing your creative lighting options for various productions.
Green-Magenta Adjustment
The Forza 500B II features a green-to-magenta shift adjustment of +/- 80, enabling you to match other light sources or achieve a specific look for color correction. This capability, made possible by the light’s LED source, ensures accurate color reproduction in various shooting situations.
Onboard, DMX & App Control
The Forza 500B II features a convenient OLED display along with onboard buttons and knobs for precise local control. It can also be controlled remotely via Bluetooth using the free NANLINK app for iOS and Android. Built-in 2.4 GHz connectivity allows for use with the separately available WS-RC-C2 handheld remote control or the WS-TB-1 transmitter box for larger setups. Locking DMX/RDM ports facilitate advanced control, making it easy to integrate the light into any DMX-controlled environment.
Control Unit & Battery Power
Designed for both studio and location use, the Forza 500B II features a control unit with easy-access side battery plates for V-mount batteries. It can operate on 26V/14.8V V-mount batteries or AC power, ensuring flexibility in any setting. The fanless control unit includes a lock button to prevent accidental setting changes and comes with a 19.8′ power cable and a 9.8′ head cable. A robust quick release clamp is also included for mounting the control unit, compatible with both round and square stands and trusses.
Four Fan Modes
Four fan modes enhance speed control according to your needs. The fan can also be turned off completely when absolute silence is needed.
- Smart, full speed, low speed & off modes
- 15% maximum output when turned off
Mounting
Features a curved rotating yoke with a one-sided lock and forward articulation, allowing for 360° rotation and an expanded tilting range when using larger modifiers. An incorporated umbrella holder enhances your light-shaping options. Additionally, the Bowens mount compatibility ensures the Forza 500B II works seamlessly with a wide range of modifiers.
What’s Included
The Forza 500B II comes with an upgraded curved yoke that allows for 360° rotation, providing a greater tilting range when used with larger modifiers. Its base is compatible with both 5/8″ baby pins and 1-1/8″ junior pins, and the Bowens mount offers compatibility with a wide range of light modifiers. Designed for worldwide use, it operates on a 110 to 240 VAC power supply, and can also run on optional side-mounted 26V/14.8V V-mount batteries for situations without AC power. A padded carry bag is included for protection during storage and transport.
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