Armytek Wizard Pro Prototype Long-Term Testing

[Charles L.]

Got my Wizard Pro warm today, and liking it very much overall. The tint is very nice, and the light is surprisingly powerful. I expected it to be a bit less bright than my ZL H600F, but it isn't. Beam pattern is just what I was looking for: somewhat floody, with no discernible hotspot, yet a slightly tighter beam than the H600F. Initial thoughts about the UI: OK, it's workable, but I can see why some of you might prefer to wait for the v.2 model :) Prefer the ZL UI for sure.

One personal preference of mine is for a relatively light headlamp, because I do not care to wear a top strap. In this regard, the Armytek is at the high end of what I consider acceptable for extended wear. Here's the reason I sometimes use a <$45 Black Diamond headlamp rather than my Zebralight on camping trips (all weights on the same scale and include straps and batteries; ZL, Nitecore and Armytek weighed with the same AW 2600mAh 18650 battery):

Black Diamond Spot 94g
Black Diamond Storm 101g
Zebralight H600F 113g
Armytek Wizard Pro warm v 1.5 131g
Nitecore HC50 183g

Between the ZL and Armytek, I must say the Armytek has pleasantly surprised me. Its beam pattern , tint and warranty are enough to sway me over the lighter weight and easier UI of the ZL. At least that's my first impression :)

 

[Charles L.]

Hey Guys, Any idea how to different between the v1 and v.15 firmware? i just got hold of a armytek wizard pro recently and wondering what version of firmware does mine comes with. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

Go to the Armytek website and compare the UI's. You should be able to determine which model you have. Good luck!

 

[nas]

Hi,

Which bicycle mount do you advice for this Wizard?
This one seems nice but I don't know which it is.

 

[mykhal]

Hi,
I have a problem with turning the state indicator OFF or ON on my Wizard Pro XM-L2 Warm (high CRI 90).
The procedure (tailcap loosen, button press&hold, tailcap tighten, tailcap loosen, button unpress, tailcap tighten) seldom works for me, I have to try many many times until it successfully changes the state indicator state. Is it necessary to use a specific timing or some other precondition? (It's my first Armytek device)

 

[meti]

Do it slowly, it works every time for me. I used to do it very fast in the past and had the same experience as you

 

[mykhal]

Do it slowly, it works every time for me. ...

You're right, slowly, it is much better :)

It seems that the critical part of the operation is when the button is pressed and the tailcap tightened - that moment has to last at least for approx. 1 sec.
Thx much for a hint.

 

[Stevie]

Any users of the Wizard out there who wear glasses / spectacles? I do.. I would like to know please how you find the light in terms of glare on your glasses? I was a bit worried about the large 120 degree spill shining down onto the face. Sorry if this has already been covered - it's a great long thread!

 

[Changchung]

Any users of the Wizard out there who wear glasses / spectacles? I do.. I would like to know please how you find the light in terms of glare on your glasses? I was a bit worried about the large 120 degree spill shining down onto the face. Sorry if this has already been covered - it's a great long thread!

No glare at all, dont worry...

 

[scs]

No glare at all, dont worry...

Unless one has a long nose and the glasses sit forward of the light?

 

[MattSPL]

Just a quick update on my Wizard pro.
I got this not long after they were released and have used it daily in work as an electrician.
I have dropped the light many times and it has also been in the washing machine by mistake. It still works perfectly :D

 

[Changchung]

Unless one has a long nose and the glasses sit forward of the light?

Normal nose, I have used headlamps for the last ten years and I never have a glare problem before.

 

[blah9]

I have never had a problem with glasses and glare either. My main annoyance is when all the flying bugs want to hang out in the light during the summer.