PBSB-2436 - USB Drive Impact - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Softbox
Brand	Impact
Model	PBSB-2436
Dimensions	36'' × 24'' × 17'' (91.4 × 60.9 × 43.1 cm)
Weight	1.25 lbs (0.566 kg)
Material	Dual-rod umbrella construction with reflective silver interior
Removable Front Diffuser	Yes, attaches with touch fastener
Orientation	Vertical or horizontal via dual zippers
Compatibility	Hot-shoe flash speedlights, portable battery-powered strobes, standard umbrella mounts (8 mm shaft)
Shaft Size	8 mm diameter
Grid Compatibility	Accepts touch fastener grids
Box Contents	Softbox, front diffuser, carrying case, user manual, one-year limited warranty card
Setup	Easy umbrella-style, no speed ring required
Safety Precautions	Not for use with tungsten, halogen, or high-heat sources; keep away from water and flammable materials; handle with care; keep from children; use only manufacturer parts
Warranty	One-year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - PBSB-2436 Impact

How do I set up the Impact PBSB-2436 softbox?

Remove from carrying case, slide umbrella mechanism up until it clicks. Unzip the appropriate flash zipper for vertical or horizontal orientation. Place softbox over flash, mount using the 8 mm umbrella shaft to a standard umbrella mount. Attach the front diffuser via touch fasteners.

What types of lights are compatible with this softbox?

It is compatible with hot-shoe flash speedlights and portable battery-powered strobe systems. Do not use with tungsten, halogen, or other high-heat sources.

Can I use this softbox with a grid?

Yes, the softbox accepts touch fastener grids (not included) for more directional light.

How do I change the orientation from portrait to landscape?

The softbox has two separate zippered panels. Unzip the flash zipper on the side that matches your desired orientation (one for vertical, one for horizontal).

Does this softbox require a speed ring?

No, the Impact Parabox uses an umbrella-style shaft and does not require a speed ring. It directly mounts via the 8 mm umbrella shaft.

What are the storage recommendations?

After use, remove the diffuser, collapse the softbox by pressing the release button on the umbrella mechanism, and store it in the included carrying case. Keep in a dry place away from moisture.

How do I clean the softbox?

Wipe the exterior and interior with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using liquids or harsh chemicals. For the diffuser, gently dust it off.

What is the warranty coverage?

Impact provides a one-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. It covers repair or replacement at the provider's discretion. Contact customer service with proof of purchase for an RMA number.

Can I use this softbox with a standard light stand?

Yes, as long as the light stand has a standard umbrella mount that accepts an 8 mm shaft. The softbox can be secured to the stand using the umbrella shaft.

What is the maximum power rating for lights used with this softbox?

The softbox is designed for low-heat sources like speedlights and strobes. Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommendations for your light unit. Avoid high-heat continuous lights.

USER MANUAL PBSB-2436 Impact

PBSB-2436 Parabox

Softbox 24 × 36

INSTRUCTIONS

Precautions ⚠️

• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
• Not for use with tungsten, halogen, or other high-heat light sources.
• Keep this unit away from water and any flammable gas or liquid.
• Handle this unit with care.
• Keep this unit away from children.
• Use parts provided by the manufacturer only.
• Make sure this item is intact and that no parts are missing before use.
• All photos in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Box Contents

• Softbox
• Front diffuser
• Carrying case

- Use Manual

• One-Year Limited Warranty

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Impact Parabox Softbox 24 × 36. This softbox is designed and built with a durable dual-rod umbrella construction, making for a simple setup and takedown. With an 8 mm umbrella shaft, this lighting accessory is compatible with any standard umbrella mount or adapter. Two dual zippers allow the Parabox to be used in a vertical (portrait) or horizontal (landscape) orientation, creating an adaptable light-softening peripheral. Compatible with hot-shoe flash speedlights or portable battery-powered strobe systems, the Impact Parabox is perfect for photographers looking to shoot events or undertakings requiring rapid deployment.

Features

• Easy umbrella setup and takedown
• No speed ring required
• Removable front diffuser
• Reflective silver interior
• Two zippered panels for vertical and horizontal orientations
• Compatible with compact studio and hot-shoe flashes
• Accepts touch fastener grids

Overview

1. Softbox
2. Touch fastener

3. Umbrella shaft

4. Umbrella mechanism

5. Flash zippers
6. Outer diffuser

Assembly Instructions

Close-up of hands holding a metal tool with a yellow arrow pointing to a metallic panel (no text or symbols visible)

1. Remove the softbox from the carrying case.
2. With one hand on the umbrella shaft, slide the umbrella mechanism up to the top of the shaft until you hear a click.

Person adjusting a camera module on a reflective metallic foil cover (no text or symbols visible)

1. Unzip one of the two flash zippers appropriate for the required softbox orientation.

2. With your flash mounted on its stand, place the softbox over the flash.

Person adjusting a camera module with a yellow arrow pointing to a cable wrapped in foil (no text or symbols visible)

1. Mount and secure the softbox to the stand of your choosing using the 8 mm umbrella shaft. The 8 mm shaft is compatible with almost all standard umbrella mounts and adapters.

Hand holding a white plastic sheet inside a black rectangular container with visible internal structure (no text or symbols)

1. Remove the diffuser from the carrying case.
2. Install the front diffuser to your softbox by applying the diffuser's touch-fastener edges to the softbox's touch-fastener fabric.

Takedown Instructions

Close-up of a hand holding a metal tool with a yellow arrow pointing to a metallic panel (no text or symbols visible)

1. Remove your flash unit.
2. Unmount the softbox from its stand and close the zipper(s).
3. Remove the diffuser from the softbox, and return it to the carrying case.
4. With one hand on the umbrella rod, push the release button on

Black plastic bag with folded edges, isolated on white background (no text or symbols)

the umbrella mechanism and collapse the softbox.

1. Return the softbox to the carrying case.
2. Zip up the carrying case to secure your items within.

Specifications PBSB-2436

Dimensions 36'' × 24'' × 17'' (91.4 × 60.9 × 43.1 cm)

Weight 1.25 lbs. (0.566 kg)

One-Year Limited Warranty

This IMPACT product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider's responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider's discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Impact Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization ("RMA") number, and return the defective product to Impact along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser's own risk and expense.

For more information or to arrange service, visit www.impactstudiolighting.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.

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