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# Modelling light

> A continuous lamp built into a strobe that previews where the flash light will fall.

Also known as: modeling light, pilot light. Category: Lighting and optics.

A modelling light is a continuous lamp built into a studio strobe. It shows approximately how the flash will light the subject, which helps with positioning lights and focusing.

## How PhotoRobot uses it

PhotoRobot Controls can switch the modelling light of supported strobes on and off remotely and store the setting in presets.

## Related terms

- [Strobe](https://www.photorobot.com/glossary/strobe): A studio flash that emits a very short, powerful burst of light, freezing motion.
- [Continuous light](https://www.photorobot.com/glossary/continuous-light): Lighting that stays on constantly, typically LED, so the effect is visible before shooting.

## Where this term appears on photorobot.com

Mentioned on 5 pages. Most relevant:

- [FOMEI Digital Pro X Studio Flash - PhotoRobot User Guide](https://www.photorobot.com/manuals/fomei-digital-pro-x): Turn the digital encoder volume to the right to increase Brightness of Modeling Light.
- [Broncolor Siros 800 S WiFi / RFS 2 Operating Instructions](https://www.photorobot.com/manuals/broncolor-siros-800-s-operating-instructions): The following items represent specially recommended accessories: 33.115.00 L40 standard reflector 34.260.00 Halogen modelling light, 300W for Siros 34.360.00 Flash tube, 400/800J for Siros 34.369.00…
- [Capture And Control](https://www.photorobot.com/software/capture-control): Adjust energy, cell sensors, modeling light, and power on / off.
- [PhotoRobot CASE 850 Portable Studio User Guide](https://www.photorobot.com/manuals/case-850-user-guide): Use beauty dishes and strip softboxes – they provide soft yet efficient modeling light; perfect for 360 degree photography.
- [Advanced Software Tools for Image Capture & Control](https://www.photorobot.com/blog/image-capture-control-tools): With support for Broncolor, Profoto, Fomei and DMX, you can adjust energy, cell sensors, modeling light, and power on / off.