Setting up your HiLite Background
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Setting up the HiLite
1.Remove the HiLite from the carry case and check the contents. There should be 1 x HiLite and 4 x Rods.
2.Hold the two outer rims of the HiLite and allow the centre rim to unfold. WARNING - The HiLite is quite strong and can ‘pop’ out suddenly. Take care with people and furniture in close proximity.
3.Allow the HiLite to completely unfold.
4.Lay the HiLite on the floor and position one end of the rod on the corner of the lower steel rim. Ensure the steel rim locates into the jaws of the tip at the end of the rod.
5.Pull the two steel rims away from each other and locate the jaws of the tip at the other end of the rod into the upper rim.
6.If you wish you can secure the rod in place by tying one end of the rod to the black cords located on each corner of the HiLite. Use these cords as guidance on where to position the rods.
7.Repeat steps
8.Stand the HiLite upright (portrait) with the velcro edge on the white side at the bottom and running up the right hand side (as you look at the HiLite).
9.Open one of the side zips and insert the head of your flash unit. Close the zips around the flash head.
10.Alternatively, leave the zips closed and position the flash head on the outside for a more diffused light. (you may need to flag off the light to prevent flare).
11.Position the flash head centrally at the side of the HiLite and point it towards the back panel for an even illumination. You can experiment with different positions for different lighting effects.
12.If you purchased the Superwhite vinyl train, attach the velcro at the base of the HiLite to the velcro on the train. The Hilite can also be rotated 90 degrees so it sits on its long edge creating a landscape background. In this case attach the velcro on the longer edge of the Superwhite vinyl.
13.The HiLite is ready to use.
Breaking down the HiLite
14.Remove the vinyl train (if attached), roll it up and return it to the protective tube. Open all zips to allow the air to escape. Lay down the HiLite and release the jaws on the tips of each rod from the two steel rims.
15.If you chose to secure the tips with the cords, the rods can be left attached to the HiLite (When folding make sure these are not trapped between the two outer rims).
16.To Fold, stand at one corner and grip the two outer rims as far down each edge as you can so the HiLite forms a diamond shape in front of you. Whilst still holding the rims firmly, lift your hands and bring them together in a similar motion to closing a book. The HiLite will form a ‘crisp’ shape.
17.As your hands get closer together the opposite corner to where you are standing will start to curl under towards your feet. As you continue the motion of closing a book pass one hand over the other. The HiLite will automatically fold to form three circles. Bring the three circular shapes together expelling any trapped air and return the HiLite to the carry case.
