Set up your GemLightbox Max and GemCam Pro together — the high-end bundle for jewelers shooting larger pieces and full collections.
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Welcome to the Elite Kit Max. This is our most complete capture setup — GemLightbox Max for large-format pieces and GemCam Pro for studio-grade catalog imagery, working together through the GemIQ App.
Elite Kit Max overview
What's in the Box
Your Elite Kit Max ships with a modular set of accessories — mix, match, and use them the way that works best for you.
GemLightbox Max
GemLightbox Max unit
Rotating Lights System (6 yellow LEDs + 6 white LEDs)
Magnetic Sparkle Lights (1 yellow, 1 white)
LumiPanels
Eclipse (black background)
Black Mannequin
Watch Holder
GemClip (ring clip)
Earring & Necklace Holders
Phone Stand
USB-C Power Cable
GemIQ Software + 30GB Cloud Storage
GemCam Pro
GemCam Pro camera unit
USB-C Cable
DetailMaster (positioning attachment for the GemCam Pro)
Plug the USB-C power cable into the port at the back of the machine
Plug the other end into a wall outlet
Press the power button on top of the GemLightbox Max
Connect the GemCam Pro and GemLightbox Max
Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your desktop
Plug the GemCam Pro into your desktop via USB-C cable
Open the GemIQ desktop app and go to Capture in the top left corner
Navigate to the Control Panel on the right and click Connect Device
Your GemLightbox Max will appear in the popup — click Connect
Both devices are now connected and ready to capture.
Connect & Capture
GemLightbox Max connects via Bluetooth; GemCam Pro via USB-C. With both online you can switch between phone capture (Max) and desktop capture (GemCam Pro) per piece.
The Switches at the Back
At the back of the GemLightbox Max, you'll find three switches that control the turntable:
Left switch — manual slow rotation
Center switch — App Mode (controlled via GemIQ app)
Right switch — manual fast rotation
Use App Mode when capturing through the GemIQ desktop app with the GemCam Pro. Switch to Slow or Fast for manual control, or when shooting with a DSLR.
How to Use the Turntables
The GemLightbox Max has two built-in turntables suited for different types of pieces.
Bottom Turntable For flat or structured pieces — rings, bracelets, and necklace sets displayed on the mannequin. Center your piece on the turntable. To find the center point accurately, open the lid and look from the top — there's a small dot that can be difficult to see from the front.
Top Turntable For dangling or hanging pieces — earrings, pendants, and watches. Attach the appropriate holder to the top turntable and secure your piece before shooting. The top turntable has three magnetic attachment points — one in the center for accessories like earring and necklace holders, and one on each side where you can attach GemClips to hold your jewelry.
To activate the turntable, simply press record on your GemIQ app.
Setting Up Your Rotating Sparkle Lights
Attach your magnetic Sparkle Lights to the ceiling of the GemLightbox Max in seconds. Just snap them onto the rotating sparkle light holder — the magnetic connection makes setup effortless. Use them to add motion-driven brilliance — ideal for diamonds, gemstones, and any piece you'd shoot in video.
Magnetic Sparkle Lights demo
Taking Photos and Videos
With the GemCam Pro connected to the GemIQ desktop app, you get access to higher resolution capture, GemCam Light Controls for adjusting the camera's built-in LED lighting, and a full desktop editing workflow — background removal, AI product descriptions, catalog creation, and one-click Shopify upload.
You can also use your phone with the GemIQ app for faster, everyday shooting whenever you don't need desktop-level control.
Elite Kit Max in Action
Full Elite Kit Max walkthrough
Next Steps
Open GemIQ and capture your first piece — most users are up and running in under 5 minutes
Try GemStudio to turn your captures into AI model and lifestyle images without a photoshoot
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