Setup of Aputure INFINIMAT (1x2,1x4,2x4,2x4)
1. Assembling the INFINIMAT
1. Unfold each carbon fiber support rod and secure it by pushing it inward towards the center of the Mounting Plate.
2. 0pen the Fastening Lever and align the position of the Mounting Clip along the carbon fiber rod to the grommet opening on the corner of the INFINIMAT.
3. Press the Mounting Buttons on both sides and push the clip into the opening. Release the buttons, making sure the corner of the INFINIMAT is securely attached to the Mounting Clip. Pull the Mounting Clip towards the End Cap Hook and press the Fastening Lever down to secure. Repeat this process on the other corners.
4. Adjust the overall tension of the INFINIMAT by adjusting the Mounting Clip on each corner.
The INFINIMAT 4x4 mounting bracket has a built-in cord that automatically retracts.
1. Align the K-Mount Quick-Release Plate with the Mounting Plate using the K-Mount Locator Pin and rotate clockwise to lock it in place.
2. Use the Locking Lever to adjust the position of the baby pin as needed.
3. While supporting the weight of the INFINIMAT, turn the Locking Lever clockwise to lock the INFINIMAT in position.
4. Turn the Locking Lever counterclockwise to unlock and adjust its angle and rotation.
2. Using the Aputure INFINIMAT Air Pump Mini
1. Press and hold the Power Button for 2s to power on or off. The battery capacity is indicated when powered on by the (4) LEDs above the Power Button.
2. Pressing the Function Button starts and stops the pump. While powered on, pressing the Power Button briefly switches the pump between low and high power.
3. Swapping the air nozzle from one end to the other changes the airflow from outtake to intake. Pull out on the magnetized nozzle to release it.
The Air Pump Mini takes 3 hours to fully charge and is capable of 20 minutes of use at full capacity.
3. Attaching the Aputure INFINIMAT Inflatable Softbox (1x2,1x4,2x4,4x4)
1. Rotate the Air Pump Port Plug counterclockwise to open the port and insert the Air Pump Nozzle into the port. Be sure that the nozzle is attached to the Air Outlet. Rotate clockwise to lock the nozzle in place.
2. Press and hold the Power Button until the pump is powered on. Press the Function Button to start inflating the Inflatable Softbox. Once the Softbox reaches rigidity, press the Function Button again to stop inflating. Take care to not overinflate.
3. Use the Air Deflation Button on the Softbox to release air if the Softbox feels overinflated.
4. Place the INFINIMAT on the rear side of the Inflatable Softbox. Using the Softbox Fastening Flaps, align all edges and attach the flaps onto the INFINIMAT
5. To deflate the Softbox, ensure the Air Pump Nozzle is attached to the Air Inlet. Open the Air Pump Port. Attach the nozzle and press the Function Button to start deflating. Once all the air has been extracted, turn off the pump.
All lNFINIMAT Inflatable Softboxes are equipped with Overinflation Prevention Plug(s), which prevents the airbag from overinflation. Despite this feature, users are cautioned to carefully inflate the softbox.
It is not necessary to detach the deflated softbox from the INFINIMAT for the 1x2, 1x4, 2x4 and 4x4 models. Once deflated fully, users can simply fold up the INFINIMAT together with its Inflatable Softbox attached and store them together in their dedicated carrying bag.
4. Attaching the Aputure INFINIMAT Control Grid (1x2,1x4,2x4,4x4)
1. Remove the INFINIMAT Control Grid 1x2 from its Protective Bag and undo the Tie Downs to unfold it.
2. Attach the grid onto the Inflatable Softbox using the Fastening Flaps. Ensure all the corners and fasteners are aligned.
3. Use the Fit Adjustment Flaps to adjust the grid if necessary.
5. Attaching the Aputure INFINIMAT Control Skirt (1x2,1x4,2x4,4x4)
1. Remove the INFINIMAT Control Skirt from the Aputure INFINIMAT 1x2 Protective Bag and unfold it.
2. Attach the skirt onto the Inflatable Softbox using the Fastening Flaps. Ensure all the corners and fasteners are aligned.
3. Use the Curtain Adjusting Zippers on the four corners of the skirt to allow adjustments on each side.
4. Use the Curtain Adjusting Fasteners to affix the curtains in the desired positions/angles.
6. Attaching K-Mount Mounting Clamp to Control Box 400W
1. Align the K-Mount Quick-Release Plate of the K-Mount Mounting Clamp to the Control Box Mounting Plate with its Locator Pin and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
2. Pull up the Release Button and move the K-Mount Mounting Clamp counterclockwise to remove it.
3. Loosen the clamp's jaws by turning the Clamp Locking Lever counterclockwise. Position the clamp's jaws on the target area where the Control Box is to be mounted, and turn the Clamp Locking Lever clockwise until the clamp is firmly secured.
7. Connecting the INFINIMAT(s) to the Control Box 400W
1x2 (100W}, 1x4 (200W}, and 2x4 (400W} INFINIMATs are compatible with the Control Box 400W
Example output possibilities on the Control Box 400W include:
i.3 x100W
ii.1 x 200W and 2 x 100W
iii.2 x 200W
iv.1 x 400W
On the Control Box 400W, there are 3 output ports (A,B, and C)-each can accommodate connections for 100W/200W/400W lamps. Upon inserting a lamp's head cable, the wattage is automatically recognized, and the corresponding Power Indicator Light will illuminate. Power is supplied sequentially through interfaces A-B-C. The Control Box can recognize the wattage of the lamp and determine if it can meet full power output. If not, it assesses if half-power output is feasible; if so, it proceeds with half-power output. If the Control Box has no more power available to distribute, then it recognizes the lamp but refrains from outputting.
Separate indicator lights are provided to recognize the power of different lamp bodies.
| GREEN | Full-Power for the INFINIMAT connected to this port. |
| YELLOW | Half-Power for the INFINIMAT connected to this port. |
| RED | Not enough Power for the INFINIMAT model connected to this port. |
| OFF | No INFINIMAT detected on this port. |
8. Aputure INFINIMAT Control Box 400W: Through Power AC Power
The Control Box 400W has Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 INPUT/OUTPUT ports to allow for pass-through power. Power for two Control Boxes can be daisy-chained when using 110v power, and four Control Boxes can be connected when using 220v power.
Exceeding the recommended maximum of Control Boxes while using thru-power can damage the units and voids the User Warranty.
9. Aputure INFINIMAT Control Box 400W: V-Mount & Gold Mount Battery Power Options
The INFINIMAT Control Box 400W comes with either two V-Mount or Gold Mount battery plates installed on it.
When using batteries to power the Control Box, it is necessary to use dual batteries. Using dual 26V batteries enables full-power output. Higher specification batteries should not be used, as using the wrong battery for power can damage the lamp.
If using batteries with an output voltage of 12~16.BV and an output current15A, half-power output is achievable.
Using a single 26V battery allows for half-power output.
Using batteries with an output current that does not meet power requirements can cause the battery to enter protection mode immediately when the lamp is turned on.
10. lnstallation and Disassembly of the Control Box 1600w Dolly (*sold separately)
1. Unfold the Control Box Dolly.
2. Lift the Control Box 1600W and insert it into the quick release mechanism of the dolly.
3. To remove the Control Box from the dolly, press the release button and lift up on the Control Box.
4. Fold and store the dolly.
11. Connecting the INFINIMAT(s) to the Control Box 1600W
a.1x2 (100W), 1x4 (200W), 2x4 (400W), 4x4 (800w) and 8x8 (1600W) INFINIMATs are compatible with the Control Box 1600W.
b. Example output possibilities on the Control Box 1600W include:
i. 1X 1600W
ii. 2x800W
iii. 1x 800W and 2 x 400W
iv. 1x 200W and 2 x 100W
v. 2x200W
vi.1 X400W
On the Control Box 1600W, there are 5 output ports in total: (2) 1600W Head Cable ports (the D and E ports) and (3) 400W Head Cable ports (A, B, C ports). Upon inserting a lamp's head cable, the wattage is automatically recognized, and the corresponding Power Indicator Light will illuminate. Power is supplied sequentially through interfaces A-B-C-D-E. The Control Box can recognize the wattage of the lamp and determine if it can meet full power output. If not, it assesses if half-power output is feasible; if so, it proceeds with half-power output. If the Control Box has no more power available to distribute, then it recognizes the lamp but refrains from outputting.
Separate indicator lights are provided to recognize the power of different lamp bodies.
| GREEN | Full-Power for the INFINIMAT connected to this port. |
| YELLOW | Half-Power for the INFINIMAT connected to this port. |
| RED | Not enough Power for the INFINIMAT model connected to this port. |
| OFF | No INFINIMAT detected on this port. |