The StellaPro Reflex is a versatile lighting device designed for professional photography and videography, offering both continuous and digital burst lighting modes. It is a compact and portable unit, featuring a light head that connects to a battery handle, or can be powered by an external USB-C PD source.
Function Description
The StellaPro Reflex serves as a powerful and flexible light source for various shooting scenarios. It operates in three distinct modes: Continuous, Digital Burst, and Continuous interrupted by Burst upon triggering.
- Continuous Mode: In this mode, the light provides a steady output, adjustable from 100 to 6000 lumens when powered by the battery handle, or up to 9000 lumens with a 100W USB-C source. This mode is ideal for constant illumination in video or still photography where a continuous light source is preferred. The output can be adjusted via the control dial on the light or remotely if a compatible trigger is used.
- Digital Burst Mode: This mode allows for short, powerful flashes of light. When set to "Pwr" (Power), the burst power can be adjusted, delivering one stop more light than the maximum continuous mode. When set to "Duration," the burst duration can be set from 0.4ms (1/2500 sec) to 6ms (1/160th sec), with a fixed lumen output of 12000 lumens (or 18000 lumens with a 100W USB-C PD source). Digital Burst is particularly useful for freezing fast action, shooting at any shutter speed (including HSS), and maximizing light on the subject.
- Continuous Light that Bursts upon Triggering: This hybrid mode combines continuous light with a burst upon a trigger signal. Users can set a constant light level and then use a trigger to initiate a burst of light. The "Link Mode" further enhances this, allowing the burst power to either match the continuous power (α1) or deliver one stop more light (α2). The α2 setting is useful for anticipating an extra stop of light by underexposing the camera by one stop.
The Reflex light is designed for easy integration into existing setups, featuring various mounting options and compatibility with wireless transmitters.
Important Technical Specifications
Light Output:
- Continuous: 100-6000 Lumens (with battery handle), 100-9000 Lumens (with 100W USB-C PD)
- Digital Burst: 1125-12000 Lumens (with battery handle), 1125-18000 Lumens (with 100W USB-C PD)
- Burst Duration: 0.4ms (1/2500 sec) to 6ms (1/160th sec)
Power Source:
- Battery Handle: Reflex 38Wh Battery Handle 60W. Provides 30 minutes of full power continuous runtime, or 600 minutes at low power. Capable of 15,000 full power Digital Bursts.
- External USB-C PD: Supports 100W or greater external power sources for increased lumen output.
Charging:
- Charge Time: 2 hours with a minimum 45W USB-C Charger. Chargers with lower wattage will result in variable charge times.
- Battery Indicator: LEDs on the battery handle indicate state of charge (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%). Green for charging, Red for discharging.
Mounting:
- 1/4"-20 Mounting Point: Standard mounting point for various accessories.
- Direct Mount: For optics and covers.
- Speedring Mount: For softboxes (Chimera, Profoto, Bowens) using a StellaPro Speedring.
- Umbrella Mount: For umbrellas.
- Pole Mounting Feature: On the battery handle for mounting to poles.
- Battery Handle to Light Stand: Professional Light Stand (sold separately) can be secured with an Allen bolt.
Connectivity:
- USB-C Port: For connecting the light to the battery and for external power.
- 3.5 mm port: For external triggers and wireless receivers.
- Wireless Modes: Godox, Elinchrom, Bluetooth, Profoto, Radio Off.
Display:
- OLED Display: Shows power level, battery level, continuous/burst power, wireless modes, group, and channel. Also indicates LED Overheating, Battery Overheating, and Sensor Fault.
Environmental:
- IP65 Rated: Indicates protection against dust and low-pressure water jets.
- UN 38-3 Compliant: For battery safety.
Accessories (Sold Separately):
- Direct Mount Optics: Spot Optic 12°, Medium Optic 24°, Medium Wide Optic 36°, Wide Optic 56°, 50° Optic.
- Direct Mount Covers/Diffusers: Flat Port Cover, Dome Diffuser.
- Speedring Adapters: Chimera, Profoto, Bowens.
- Mounts: Pro Light Stand Mount, Bar Mount (for 1 to 5 lights).
- Other Accessories: Barn Door/Gel holder, 3 CTO Set (-82mm Glass), RGB Color Set (-82mm Glass), Remote Control, 1/4-20 Mount Base Receiver, Cold Shoe Mount Kit.
- Power Supplies: 100W USB-C AC Power Supply (552-9614).
Usage Features
Connecting and Powering On:
- Push the light onto the battery handle until it "clicks," ensuring the connector tab is no longer compressed.
- Connect the short USB-C cord between the Reflex light and the battery handle's USB-C ports.
- Press the white power button on the battery handle. The battery indicator will turn red, and the OLED display will illuminate if connections are correct.
Control Dial Operation:
- Short press (1 sec): Switches between Continuous and Digital Burst modes, or advances through menu sub-menus.
- Medium press (2 sec): Enters and exits the Reflex menu.
- Long press (4 sec): Enters power off mode. Unplug the battery when storing or traveling.
- Rotate Clockwise: Increases output or changes menu settings.
- Rotate Counter-clockwise: Decreases output or changes menu settings.
Menu Navigation:
- Enter the menu by pressing the control dial for 2 seconds.
- Short press the dial to advance through sub-menus.
- Rotate the dial to change settings within a sub-menu.
Key Menu Settings:
- Burst Mode: Select between "Pwr" (Adjustable Power, 5ms Burst) and "Duration" (Adjustable Duration, 12000 Lumens).
- Proportional (α) Link: Cycle through link modes (α1: burst power matches continuous power; α2: burst power delivers one stop more light).
- Group & Channel: Select group and channel for wireless operation.
- Rotation: Change display orientation (4 directions) for horizontal or upside-down mounting.
- Wireless: Select transmitter type (Elinchrom, Godox, Profoto, Bluetooth, Wireless OFF).
Wireless Operation:
- Plug a 3.5mm receiver into the sync port to operate with external receivers.
- Choose the desired wireless protocol (Elinchrom, Godox, Profoto, Bluetooth) from the menu.
Firmware Updates:
- Download the StellaPro Imaging Control Application.
- Set Reflex Wireless Mode to Bluetooth.
- Exit the Reflex Menu.
- In the app, scan for devices.
- Select the device to connect.
- Enter the serial number.
- Select the device to start the update.
Fan Operation:
- The integrated variable speed fan automatically turns on when light output exceeds 4000 lumens.
- Low Speed: 4100-6000 lumens.
- High Speed: 6100-9000 lumens.
Maintenance Features
Battery Care:
- First Use: Fully charge the battery for 6 hours before its first use.
- Storage: Unplug the battery from the light when traveling or putting it into storage. Ensure the battery has at least a 30% charge before storage. Never store batteries fully discharged, as this can cause permanent damage. Periodically check the battery's charge during storage and fully recharge before use.
- Internal Protections: The battery has internal protections to ensure safe maintenance regardless of its charge state.
Overheating Protection:
- Temperature Warning: In full power continuous mode, the battery may become noticeably warm, which is normal. If the temperature exceeds safe levels, an overheat symbol will appear on the OLED display, and operation will pause until the battery cools down.
General Protection:
- LED Protection: Always install a cover or optic over the exposed LED to protect against dust or moisture.
- Warranty: StellaPro products are covered against defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service for 2 years from the date of purchase. Batteries are covered for 1 year. Register your Reflex device to activate warranty coverage. The warranty is non-transferable and does not cover failures from misuse. Verification of purchase date is required for any claim.
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