Nanlite has announced two new LED Bi-Colour spotlights, the FC-300B and FC-500B both of which feature a CCT range of 2700K-6500K, 12 built-in effects, and a new look and design.
With the two lights sharing many of the same features, the biggest difference between them is the amount of power each light draws, 350W for the FC-300B and 520W for the FC-500B respectively.
Both lights have a wide colour temperature range of 2700K-6500K and feature two built-in output modes, Maximum Output Mode, which will output the maximum brightness for the chosen colour temperature, and Constant Output Mode which guarantees consistent brightness across the entire CCT range.
When set at 5600K, and used with its reflector, the FC-300B has an output of 37,340 lux at a distance of 1m/3.3′, whereas the FC-500B, (with its reflector and at a distance of 1m/3.3′), has an output of 65,640 lux.
The two lights also have CRI/TLCI rating averages of 96 (300B) and 98 (500B) respectively.
While both lights are dimmable from 0%-100%, the FC-500B allows for more precise on-board dimming in 0.1% decrements.
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There also are 12 built-in special effects on each light that are fully tunable through on-board control, with additional customization options available via the Nanlink APP.
On the outside, the lights both feature a blue decorative frame and a wing-shaped top housing along with a simple UI (user interface) consisting of a 2.0 inch screen with two knobs and two buttons.
Both lights feature a built-in adjustable fan control system with four fan modes to choose from: SMART, FULL SPEED, LOW SPEED, and OFF and when set to SMART mode, Nanlite says the average noise level is only 23/27dBA.
The power supply features a safety strap and quick release plate, allowing for easy rigging and installing on light
stands when using the (separately purchased) quick release clamp.
In terms of connections, both lights support Nanlink APP control via built-in 2.4G and Bluetooth modules and a wired DMX/RDM connection is also available for more complex and accurate group control.
Both lights also feature a standard Bowens mount that is fully compatible with Nanlite’s Bowens mount accessories and are also equipped with an umbrella hole for mounting various types of umbrellas.
Finally, both lights are equipped with a USB port that will support firmware updates via a USB stick.
FC-300B/500B Key Features:
- Bi-Colour LED spotlight with new concept for exterior design;
- Respective rated power of 350W and 520W, powerful output delivering 37340 lux@1m and 65640 lux@1m (with 45°reflector, 5600K);
- Wide CCT range of 2700K-6500K with two output modes: maximum output and constant output mode
- Excellent colour rendition with both CRI/TLCI average 96 and 98, TM-30 Rf average 95, TM-30 Rg average 101/100.
- Easy dimming in 0.1 decrements (FC-500B only) and intuitive operation with 2.0 inch screen, 2 buttons and 2 knobs UI design
- Multiple control methods: On-board, Remote Controller, Nanlink APP and DMX/RDM
- 12 built-in special effects with customizable parameters in each effect;
- Power supply built with a safety strap and quick release plate for easy rigging and installing;
- Adjustable fan control system with 4 modes: SMART, FULL SPEED, LOW SPEED and OFF
- Bowens mount with an umbrella hole for endless light shaping possibilities;
- Support firmware update via USB port on the lamp head
