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1. 33 17 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION INFORMATION 18 When no longer in use this product may not be deposited in the normal household waste but should be brought to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances The materials are recyclable as marked By re use recycling or another form of using old appliances you are making an important contribution to wards the protection of the environment Please ask your local authorities for the appropriate disposal point GUARANTEE 34 All broncolor power packs lamps monolights and accessories have a high quality standard We offer a 2 year factory guarantee from the date of purchase for the first owner on the aforemen tioned units except for flash tubes halogen lamps protecting glasses cable batteries recharge able batteries and textiles Faults resulting from non observance of safety instructions incorrect handling use of accesso ries of another manufacturer or unauthorised intervention modification are excluded from the factory guarantee We assume no liability for damages resulting from non observance of the safe ty instructions incorrect handling use of accessories of another manufacturer or unauthorised intervention modification In case of technical problems please contact immediately the nearest authorised broncolor ser vice station Article numbers product descriptions and scope of delivery can vary from one country to anoth2. y OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BRONCOLOR SCORO E S Before use We are pleased you have chosen a broncolor Scoro power pack which is a high quality product in every respect If used properly it will render you many years of good service Please read all the information contained in these operating instructions carefully They contain important details on the use safety and maintenance of the appliance Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to further users if necessary Observe the safety instructions Contents Page Important safety instructions A 6 1 Start up 9 2 LCD display and menu system 10 3 Energy control 12 4 Lamp outlets 13 5 Modelling light 4 6 Release 16 7 Remote control 17 8 Displays visual audible 18 9 Special functions 9 10 Protective facilities 21 11 Lamp compatibility 21 12 Service repair 21 13 Additional functions and their listing in LCD main menu Scoro S 22 14 Additional functions and their listing in LCD main menu Scoro E 26 15 Technical data Scoro S 30 16 Technical data Scoro E 32 17 Environmental protection information 34 18 Guarantee 34 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A broncolor flash light systems should be utilised exclusively for professional photo shootings by qualified personnel Before starting up your flash light equipment carefully read all the informa tion in your oper
3. Choice of the modelling light level See section 5 1 13 3 Sequence seq Allows to define a flash series or the pre selection of a defined number of flashes to be triggered together with the shortest possible intervals provided that the interval function is not activated After the flash series has been triggered the photo cell becomes deactivated To prevent overheating after extended flash series to protect the flash tubes the unit will automa tically shut off 13 4 t 0 1 flash duration Choice of flash duration t 0 1 The setting range is dependent on the selected power 13 5 Colour temperature Selection of colour temperature adjustment with simultaneous display of flash duration see 13 4 on the main page The setting range is dependent on the selected power 13 6 Interval int Allows to define the time between each flash By briefly pressing the key the setting is effected in 0 01 s steps Prolonged pressure alters the values in 0 1 2 s steps 50 s are the maxi mum for intervals 13 7 Delay dly Delay triggering this can be delayed in the range of 0 01s 50 00 s 13 8 Alternate alt ping pong release of up to 4 power packs Here using up to 4 power packs you can determine the triggering sequence of these power packs i e only one power pack is triggered per flash trigger signal while the others are waiting or are being recharged This function
4. IR RFS infrared amp radio IR RFS vV gt IR infrared only gt RFS radio only gt low high vV gt high 1 20 1 vV 1 20 1 vV gt on off Vv gt off gt dark bright vV gt bright gt volume off low medium high gt standard mode Vv gt mode standard address gt medium volume gt off quiet vV gt quiet gt medium gt loud gt high auto vV gt medium gt low gt auto 25 13 SCOROS ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS amp LISTING INLCD MAIN MENU 26 Section Function Description of function 13 21 Memory 1 4 Stores and recalls the set unit functions The marked positions are stored in the Mem column 13 22 Max display Standardization of f stop display of Scoro S whilst operating with power packs of different output levels As max power Scoro S indicate number 9 Further in speed mode the power reduction can be calculated with the power display this means 9 6 for 2400 J for Scoro 3200 S or 8 6 for Scoro 1600 S respectively 3 23 Flash sequence Fixed strobo setting with the fastest possible flash sequence This concerns all connected lamps 3 24 Daily counter Counts the number of flashes triggered since last reset of daily counter A brief pressure on the reset key sets the counter back to 0 3 25 Flash counter Counts the number of flashes triggered over the entire lifespan of the unit It cannot be reset 3 26 Serial number Ind
5. 0 06 1 55s 0 06 2 6 s Switchable to slow charge Ready display Visual and audible can be switched off activated when 100 of the selected energy is reached Lamp outlets 2 outlets with flash cut off and ECTC Power distribution Symmetrical and individually asymmetrical Control elements Dust and scratch resistant illuminated silicone keypad setting by radio remote control Control range for flash energy over 7 f stops over 8 f stops in 1 10 or whole f stop intervals LCD display in joules percentage Colour temperature ECTC technology Enhanced Colour Temperature Control for constant colour temperature Modelling light Halogen max 2 x 650 W at 200 240 V Halogen max 2 x 300 W at 100 120 V Proportional to flash energy also full and low settings Proportionality can be adapted to other broncolor power packs and to monolights Additional functions t 0 1 sequence Flash release Manual release button photocell RFS or RFS 2 receiver may be switched off sync cable No of sync sockets 1 Computer connection for remote control RFS only 1 Stabilised flash voltage 0 5 0 5 Power requirements 230 V 16 0 A 16 0 A 120 V 15 0 A 15 0 A 100 V 15 0 A 15 0 A Dimensions without handle 28 8 x 19 x 29 5 cm 11 3 x 7 5 x 11 6 28 8 x 19 x 40 cm 11 3 x 7 5 x 15 7 Weight 8 7 kg 19 2 lbs 12 kg 26 5 lbs
6. 1 Modelling light Choice of the modelling light level See section 5 1 14 2 Sequence seq Allows to define a flash series or the pre selection of a defined number of flashes to be triggered together with the shortest possible intervals provided that the interval function is not activated After the flash series has been triggered the photo cell becomes deactivated To prevent overheating after extended flash series to protect the flash tubes the unit will automa tically shut off 4 3 t 0 1 flash duration Choice of flash duration t 0 1 The setting range is dependent on the selected power 4 4 Charge time Choice of charging time slow fast Slow for longer charging times as option for weak power grids and motor generators 4 5 Studio address To determine studio address or RFS RFS 2 channel The same channel can be set at the bottom of the RFS RFS 2 transmitter and in the RFS software 4 6 Unit address To determine the unit address number Different unit addresses are possible for each studio address With remote control by means of RFS software each unit must have a different address 4 7 Audio ready signal An acoustic ready signal sounds when the power capacitors are 100 charged The volume of the signal can be defined 4 8 Volume key sound Setting of acoustic tone 4 9 Serial number Individual serial number of the unit Keep av
7. 13 15 REMOTE CONTROL 7 4 Computer connection with cable Scoro units with RFS are equipped with a computer connection socket 3 This allows operation of the power pack from the computer via cable Each channel can control up to 20 units Hence Scoro power packs can be remotely controlled by cable with the Bron studio software Please note The RFS and RFS 2 radio frequency systems are not compatible You can not con trol units equipped with RFS 2 by the computer DISPLAYS VISUAL AUDIBLE 8 1 8 2 8 3 Brightness test section 13 17 The visual ready signal This is the blue LED at the test key or ready display 16 It lights up only when the unit is fully charged or discharged After triggering a flash this LED goes out and lights up again when the unit is fully charged once more The visual ready signal is easy to read even from larger distances The brightness dark bright can be altered by the user see LCD menu The audible ready signal An acoustic signal beep sounds when the power capacitors are 100 charged or discharged The signal may be switched on or off and the volume may be regulated The corresponding setting options are explained in LCD menu Audio ready signal section 13 18 When Scoro power packs are assigned an individual address the acoustic signal can be pro grammed with an individual acoustic beep tone Visual fault signal In case of a technical fault or ac
8. Selection of flash release Radio and or infrared 3 13 Cell sensitivity Selection of photocell sensitivity 3 13 Studio address To determine studio address or RFS RFS 2 channel The same channel can be set at the bottom of the RFS RFS 2 transmitter and in the RFS software 3 15 Unit address To determine the unit address number Different unit addresses are possible for each studio address With remote control by means of RFS software each unit must have a different address 13 16 Studio display Studio and unit addresses can be displayed on the main page of the LCD display 13 17 Brightness test Brightness of the test key and visual ready display can be altered 13 18 Audio ready signal An acoustic ready signal sounds when the power capacitors are 100 charged The volume of the signal can be defined With standard mode each unit has the same signal With address mode the acoustic signal adapts itself to the unit number 13 19 Volume key sound Setting of volume of acoustic tone when pressing the keys 4 differents settings are available 13 20 Brightness display The brightness intensity of all backlighting LEDs and LCD displays can be varied 3 pre defined settings are available and a variable function for automatic adjustment to the ambient light 24 PART 2 Selection possibility Default value Mem Standard User on off gt on 100 120 V Vv V gt off 200 240 V gt
9. a lamp when not in use simply deactivate it by using the lamp out let on off switch Energy can be asymmetrically allocated to the individual lamps until the maxi mum energy has been achieved If an additional lamp is connected and should the other lamps already be using the maximum energy no more energy can be allocated to the newly connected lamp By reducing the already set total energy additional energy can be allocated to a further lamp Scoro S only 4 LAMP OUTLETS 4 1 5 Meaning of the digital displays 11 Example with energy level 8 7 8 7 blinks flash monitor has detected a misfire lamp connected but switched off no lamp connected o no energy allocation possible the entire energy has already been used up by other lamps MODELLING LIGHT A 5 1 The mod key 15 switches on the modelling lamp for all connected lamps When switched on the blue LED next to the mod key lights up The lamps have also an additional modelling lamp switch Furthermore it is possible to operate the modelling light proportionally section 6 1 and adapt it to the various maximum outputs of broncolor power packs Pressing the mod key 15 for 1 s when the modelling lamp is on will give direct access to the full mode To return to the previous mode briefly press mod again Attention Please ensure that the modelling lamp voltage corresponds with the local mains AC line voltage
10. realises even faster flash sequences 13 9 Aux backup Auxiliary backup stores additional functions sequence flash duration t 0 1 colour temperature interval delay and alternate when switching off or in case of a power grid cut 13 10 Charge time Choice of charging time slow fast Slow for longer charging times as option for weak power grids and motor generators 22 PART 1 Selection possibility Default value Mem Standard User gt joules J J v v gt percentage gt propmax prop3 for Scoro 1600 E S Vv Vv gt full prop2 for Scoro 3200 E S gt low gt prop prop5 gt off off v v gt number of flashes per series 1600 S 1 265 1 10 000 s t 0 1 optimal color temp v v 3200 S 1 132 1 10 000 s gt 400 K up to 800 K optimal color temp vV vV gt off off v v gt time between two flashes per series gt off off v v gt time between trigger signal and first flash gt number of units 2 4 2 v vV gt sequence off active waiting 1 3 off on off off V gt fast fast vV vV gt slow 23 13 SCOROS ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS amp LISTING INLCD MAIN MENU Section Function Description of function 3 11 Dimmer The modelling light is reduced dimmed during charging This option provides protection in case of overloaded power grids or as a visual flash control 3 12 Flash control
11. resetting of additional functions Reset key pressed for 10 s reset to factory settings Two sound tone Technical fault Ready signal 16 lights red Flash monitoring The display of the lamp which has not fired lights up Beginning and end of a thermal blocking procedure Display in LCD A suggestion appears on the LCD when setting changes are not possible with the previous specifications SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 9 1 Speed key Flash duration t 0 1 and charge time are reduced by pressing the speed key 17 Therefore Scoro power packs are optimised for the shooting of moving objects and or fast image sequences As soon as the speed key is activated the corresponding LED lights blue and the maximum flash energy is reduced from 1600 J to 1200 J and the energy is reduced from 3200 J to 2400 J In speed operation the col our temperature is fractionally colder however consistent over the energy adjustment range The display of the maximum output 12 can be adjusted with the function max display see section 13 22 Scoro S only 9 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 20 9 2 9 3 9 4 9 5 9 7 9 8 memory 1 4 section 13 21 Selecting one of the four memories redi recall key reinitializes the data in the memory Pressing the store User key When the user key 18 is on it activates the initial settings of a further operator With this Scoro A power packs can be indiv
12. the flash tube halogen modelling lamp or protecting glass Do not operate appliance with a damaged earthed cable Cables which are damaged or twisted must be replaced The unit must only be connected to an earthed socket or an emergency power generator If an extension cable is necessary a cable with a current rating at least equal to that of the appliance should be used Cables rated for less amperage than the appliance may overheat When using a cable reel it must be completely unrolled before use to prevent overheating of the cable The unit is suitable for operation with a motor generator provided that the voltage lies within all the load conditions including capacitive load and within the tolerance limit of 200 264 V or 95 135 V From experience this means that only electronic stabilised motor generators are to be utilised When operating on unstabilised motor generators voltage peaks of 300 V and more have been observed This can lead to damages for which we assume no liability Do not operate the lamps inside a bag or a box The ventilation slots on the unit or on the lamp should not be covered Pay attention when laying clearing away or rolling up cables that they do not contact hot sur faces or parts of lamps and that they will not be tripped over by persons IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not touch the connection socket for mains cable and lamp outlets on the power pack and do not poke in them with metal objec
13. the power source The unit can be restarted by pressing the circuit breaker but ton If it disconnects again immediately the power pack must be serviced by an authorised service station LAMP COMPATIBILITY 12 Almost all broncolor lamps are electrically compatible with the Scoro power packs The most popular lamps such as the Pulso and Unilite range as well as Ringflash C amp P may be used with the Scoro without any limitations Particularly for the small lamps there are thermal limitations which must be taken into consid eration when using them with the Scoro power pack see corresponding max J min specifications on the lamps For a detailed compatibility list please visit our website www broncolor com gt Downloads gt Compatibility Charts SERVICE REPAIR Your broncolor power pack is a precision device which will work for many years without malfunc tion if you take proper care of it If nevertheless malfunctions do arise please do not attempt to open the unit to repair it yourself Even when the unit is switched off dangerous voltages may remain within the interior of the device Therefore always let our broncolor service station carry out repairs or service work 21 13 SCOROS ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS amp LISTING INLCD MAIN MENU Section Function Description of function 13 1 Lamp outlets1 3 Display of the activated lamp outlets in joules or percentage 13 2 Modelling light
14. 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 RFS RFS 2 Interface Radio Frequency System Scoro power packs are supplied with built in RFS as well as RFS 2 radio release The antenna is not visible as it is integrated into the handle RFS RFS 2 can be switched on or off with the key ir rf 14 A flash release is activated via RFS RFS 2 and IR by default The definition of the IR RFS key is entered in the LCD display under the position Flash control section 13 12 The following set tings are possible IR RFS IR RFS Switching off the RFS RFS 2 simultaneously deactivates all the RFS RFS 2 functions from the camera transmitter However the computer connection with RFS RFS 2 is maintained For flash triggering via RFS RFS 2 the channel studio address must correspond with the chan nel of the RFS RFS 2 transmitter The definition of the channel studio address is entered in the LCD display under the position studio address section 13 14 If the power pack is triggered via RFS RFS 2 flash triggering follows with a minimal time delay of approximately 0 8 0 4 msec If RFS RFS 2 is used only for flash triggering but not for remote control the unit address is ir relevant test key This key 16 allows manual release of the power pack Flash release is possible as soon as 70 of the set energy is available The visual ready signal 16 however lights up only when 100 is available Photocell c
15. Proportionality The modelling light brightness can be set proportionally to the flash intensity Stages prop1 prop2 prop3 prop4 and propo are used to adapt the modelling light brightness of power packs with different output The setting modelling light proportional duly allows for the output set the number of lamps as well as a possible asymmetrical energy distribution of the Scoro power packs Proportionality is guaranteed if the identical operating mode has been set for all power packs The higher the digit the brighter the modelling light A 5 2 5 3 The following operating modes are possible propmax When working with only a single power pack in asymmetrical operation using the setting propmax the modelling light of the lamp with the highest flash en ergy operates at full output and the other lamps will be proportionally dimmed in accordance with their power settings full All lamps with full modelling light independent of flash output type of power pack and output distribution low Lighting level reduced for all lamps to reduce power consumption and extend the service life of the halogen lamps prop1 prop5 These levels allow adapting the Scoro units to the proportionality of other broncolor power packs Note If a power pack is used with less power it is known that the halogen modelling light is relatively weak and yellowish To solve this problem all broncolor power packs may be oper
16. S 1600 RFS 21 31 044 XX Scoro S 3200 RFS 31 043 XX Scoro S 3200 RFS 21 31 045 XX Normal mode Normal mode Flash energy 1600 J 3200 J f stop at 2m 100 ISO reflector P70 64 2 10 90 2 10 Flash duration t 0 1 t0 5 fastest 1 10 000 s 1 14 000 s 1 10 000 s 1 14 000 s max energy 1 265 s 1 760 s 1 132 s 1 390 s Charging time 230 V 0 02 0 6 s 0 02 1 3 s min max energy 120V 0 02 1 0s 0 02 2 0 s 100 V 0 02 1 15s 0 02 2 2 s Switchable to slow charge Speed mode Speed mode Flash energy 1200 J 2400 J f stop at 2 m 100 ISO reflector P70 45 9 10 64 9 10 Flash duration t 0 1 t 0 5 fastest max energy 1 10 000 s 1 14 000 s 1 535 s 1 1 600 s 1 10 000 s 1 14 000 s 1 285 s 1 860 s Charging time speed modus min max energy 230 V 120V 100 V 0 02 0 4 s 0 02 0 6 s 0 02 0 7 s 0 02 0 8s 0 02 1 2s 0 02 1 4 s Ready display Visual and audible can be switched off activated when 100 of the selected energy is reached Lamp outlets 3 outlets with flash cut off and ECTC Power distribution Symmetrical and individually asymmetrical Control elements Dust and scratch resistant illuminated silicone keypad setting by radio remote control Control range for flash energy over 9 f stops over 10 f stops in 1 10 or whole f stop intervals LCD display in joules percentage Colour tempera
17. ailable in case of servicing repair 4 10 Program version Current program version Can be updated by our service department 4 11 Country Static country code for specific service data 4 12 Delivery date Distributors delivery date 4 13 28 Language To simplify operation you can choose between various languages In numeric English the figures of the functions correspond to the LCD menu of the sub sections of section 11 For example 23 flash sequence corresponds to the LCD menu from section 13 23 of the operating instructions Selection possibility Default value main menu submenu gt propmax gt full gt low gt prop prop5 prop3 for Scoro 1600 E S V prop2 for Scoro 3200 E S gt off gt number of flashes per series off vV 1600 E 1 265 1 8 000 s 3200 E 1 132 1 8 000 s t 0 1 optimal color temp V gt fast gt slow fast vV 1 20 1 20 gt on gt off gt on gt on gt off gt on none Serial number gt Scoro gt charge Program versions none Country code none Date mm yy gt English gt German gt Spanish gt French gt Italian gt Swedish gt Chinese gt Japanese gt Korean gt Indonesien gt Numerical English English or distributor setting 29 15 TECHNICAL DATA SCORO S 30 Scoro S 1600 RFS I 31 041 XX Scoro
18. ated with higher modelling light proportionality Attention The Scoro software automatically indicates in the LCD selection text the pos sible proportionality levels and warns of sudden altered power settings made by the user Important The modelling lights of all the connected lamps are proportional when all the pow er packs independent of their output have the same proportionality level This only applies when all the modelling lights have the same wattage Reduced modelling light To avoid overloading the mains supply AC line the 100 120 V versions of the power packs re duce the modelling light intensity during charging You can clear this factory installed feature if the power rating of the mains supply AC line is sufficient see setting possibilities of the dimmer in section 13 11 When working on poor quality mains supplies AC line you can also slow down the charging rate with the additional function charge time this reduces the risk of blowing the supply fuses section 13 10 During fast charging of Scoro the modelling light is dimmed with the exception of the lamp with the highest power to avoid overloading the mains supply even when no reduction dimmer was set section 13 11 Modelling light switch on the lamp The switch on the lamp is used to switch the modelling light on and off To avoid damage to the lamp filament always switch off the modelling light before moving the lamp 6 RELEASE 6
19. ating instructions The safety instructions in the operating instructions must be strictly followed Read and understand all instructions before using Remove the transport protection and the packing material Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children Do not leave the flash light appliance unattended while in use Flash light contains similar to sunlight a specific portion of UV radiation The undesirable side ef fects on skin and eyes are considerably reduced by using flash tubes or protecting glasses with UV safety measures Nevertheless taking pictures at close distances with unprotected skin and eyes should be avoided Also avoid eye contact with the light source The maximum daily UV radiation according to IEC 60335 2 27 DIN 5031 10 is 50 J m2 This value should not be exceeded With due allowance for heat radiation the distance between the lamp and a person or between the lamp and inflammable or heat sensitive surfaces should be at a minimum distance of 1 m The power pack must be switched off to plug in and to unplug The lamp plugs and sockets have mechanical interlocks When plugging in ensure that those interlocks engage completely To unplug push down the locking spring below the cable guide and lift out the plug from the socket Prior to replacing flash tubes halogen lamps protecting glasses or fuses disconnect the power pack and the lamp from the power supply Prior to replacing the halogen
20. come well acquainted with the structure of the menu system The brightness of the user interface can be automatically or manually dimmed dependent on the ambient light See LCD setting function Brightness display section 13 20 LCD display menu system Directly after switching on the unit a start display appears for approximately 5 s with information about the unit and the owner Afterwards the unit changes automatically to the normal operat ing mode By default the flash duration t 0 1 is shown permanently In addition depending on whether the flash duration or the colour temperature have been altered the display will adjust and the current value will be indicated Scoro E shows additionally the performance in Joules of the connected lamp heads When delay dly sequence seq interval int alternate alt are activated as well as the studio and unit address if desired the corresponding functions will be shown on the main page The functions shown in the display give an overview of the most important activated additional func tions of the power pack The main menu is called up with the key menu 22 At the same time at the bottom edge of the display a user guide appears showing the selection keys 21 amp 22 each with their supplementary functions w a select cancel quit help To return to normal mode press the key menu 22 Each set value is displayed in a box at
21. complete remove flash tube halogen lamp and protection glass from the lamp and send them separately We thank you very much that you have chosen a Scoro power pack which is a high quality pro duct in every respect If used properly it will render you many years of good service Please read all the informations contained in these operating constructions carefully and keep the manual in a safe place for all users to retrieve the best from the power packs START UP 2 1 2 2 2 3 Mains voltage As a standard feature all the Scoro power packs are supplied as multi voltage units The Scoro power packs automatically adapt to the respective mains voltage Scoro power packs deliver for all operating voltages 85 240 V constant 1600 J or 3200 J Attention Ensure that the operating voltage of the modelling lamp corresponds to the local mains supply max 650 W on 200 240 V or 300 W on 100 120V Earthed mains AC line Always connect unit to current supply always using an earthed mains plug Start up Use the mains AC line switch 1 to power up the unit During the charging process the digital master power display 12 flashes after which it becomes continuous see section 11 Lamp compatibility 2 1 The LCD display presents an absolute innovation It has never been so easy to activate that many settings with so few keys The display is a significant tool and therefore it is important that firstly you be
22. e 1 10 of a whole f stop Brief pressure on the keys w a 9 1 9 2 9 3 10 runs the power up lor down by a 1 10 f stop level prolonged pressure by a full f stop The digital display 12 then blinks until charging or discharging has reached the newly selected level and the test key light 16 goes out An acoustic signal an nounces that the new energy level has been achieved Overview Power Range of Scoro E und S 3200S 1600S 3200 E 1600 E Energy _ f stop Energy _ f stop Energy _ f stop Energy _ f stop 3200 J 10 1600 J 10 3200 J 10 1600 J 10 1600 J 9 800 J 9 1600 J 9 800 J 9 800 J 8 400 J 8 800 J 8 400 J 8 400 J 7 200 J 7 400 J 7 200 J 7 200 J 6 100 J 6 200 J 6 100 J 6 100 J 5 50 J 5 100 J 5 50 J 5 50 J 4 25 J 4 50 J 4 25 4 25 J 3 12 J 3 25 J 3 12 3 3 12 3 2 6J 2 12 J 2 6J 1 3J 1 3J 0 1 Scoro S only 3 1 3 2 Individual energy distribution asymmetry amp flash cut off Scoro power packs incorporate an electronic flash cut off system for all 3 channels The units have two respectively three individual lamp outlets which can be controlled with neutral colour Enhanced Colour Temperature Control over the whole range and with asymmetry up to 6 f stop intervals and independently of each other The unit allows power selection in 1 10 and whole f stop intervals Colour temperature control Asymmetry in case flash duration t 0 1 is optimal All Scoro S units ar
23. e equipped with an enhanced ECTC process which ensures that no colour temperature shifts or double exposure can occur during individual power distribution On partial power the colour temperature of the set energy can be influenced by relative shifts in intervals of 200 K upwards or downwards see section 13 5 Colour temperature The control range of the colour temperature adjustment is increased when on reduced power Due to the direct dependence of colour temperature and flash duration t 0 1 is automatically adjusted LAMP OUTLETS The lamp outlets of the Scoro units are marked with the numerals 1 2 respectively 1 3 Lamp plugs and sockets have a mechanical locking device to prevent them from accidentally com ing loose When plugging in ensure that the front part of the plug is inserted first and after that the rear locking device locks completely into place To release press down the locking device spring under the cable guide and lift out the plug from the socket The power pack must be switched off whilst plugging in and unplug ging Each outlet may be switched individually 7 1 7 2 7 3 The digital power distribution displays 11 indicate the set energy of each individual lamp The digital master power display 12 indicates the total energy control range of all the connected or activated lamps In addition Scoro E shows the energy performance in Joules per connected lamp head It is unnecessary to disconnect
24. ell The photocell can be switched on or off using the cell key 13 If it is activated the blue LED next to the key lights up After the first flash of a sequence the active photocell will be deactivated and the blue info LED next to the cell key 13 blinks By pressing the cell key it is reactivated Sync socket The synchronous cables art no 34 111 00 and 34 112 00 may be plugged into the sync socket 4 to trigger flashes via cable Flash triggering via infrared receiver ir The IR receiver can be switched on or off with the key ir rf 14 If the function is activated the blue LED next to the key lights up A flash release is activated via RFS and IR by default The definition of the IR RF key is entered in the LCD display under Flash control section 13 12 The following settings are possible IR RFS IR RFS Scoro power packs may be triggered by broncolor infrared transmitters If the power pack is trig gered via infrared the flash release follows with a minimal time delay of approximately 0 8 msec Servor All broncolor infrared remote controls servor can cause inadvertent flash triggering In this case switch off the IR function see section 13 12 Scoro S only 7 REMOTE CONTROL The remote control system has 20 channels studio addresses with up to 20 unit addresses per channel The channels assign each an independent workstation Each flash unit within a worksta tion is iden
25. er Detailed information are available from your responsible broncolor distributor Errors and misprints excepted
26. idually configured for two users in which all the relevant functions and settings are separately stored thus providing independent preference capabilities for multiple users Those functions which are stored in standard or user mode are shown in the two columns mem memory and Standard User in chapter 13 Memory functions In standard and user mode there are each four own memories avail able All the unit settings can be stored therein see LCD function rects to an information window in the LCD in which the most impor tant data of the corresponding memory are indicated Pressing the key overwrites the memory contents with the latest unit settings Those functions which are stored in standard or user mode are shown in the two columns mem memory and Standard User in chapter 13 Alternate release This function enables to realise even faster shooting sequences Alternate release also enables shorter sequences four times faster even with higher energy see LCD function Alternate sec tion 13 8 With the same function it is possible to reduce the interval of stroboscopic sequences down to a minimum of 0 01 s see section 13 6 Easy mode You can minimize the operating display due turn on the easy mode Please read the following instructions Press the user key 18 for 5 s The menu skips to the program setting easy mode Activate or deactivate the easy mode by pressing on respect
27. ively off Turn off and turn on the unit The easy mode is now activated Reset key Scoro S Brief pressure on the reset key 19 advances the cursor directly to the main page When pressing the menu key 22 the cursor returns to the beginning of the main menu Pressing this key for approximately 2 s resets the flash additional functions see section 13 9 This is confirmed by a double beep tone Pressing this key for approximately 10 s resets all the functions to the factory settings This is confirmed by a double beep tone Reset Scoro E Press the test key 16 for 4 s The unit will reset all the functions to the factory settings Submenu Scoro E To reach the submenu of the Scoro E please press the menu key 22 for 4 s The correspondent functions will be more explained in chapter 14 Scoro S only 10 PROTECTIVE FACILITIES 10 1 10 2 10 3 11 Cooling The cooling fan switches to a higher speed for a certain time after a few flashes Thermal overheating display To protect against overheating after extended flash series the unit will automatically switch off At that stage the following message will appear on the LCD display alarm thermo and the ap proximate time required for cooling The cooling time is shortened if the unit remains connected and switched on Circuit breaker In the event of an electrical malfunction the circuit breaker 2 will automatically disconnect the power pack from
28. ividual serial number of the unit Keep available in case of servicing repair 3 27 Program version Current program version Can be updated by our service department 3 28 Country Static country code for specific service data 3 29 Delivery date Distributors delivery date 3 30 Language To simplify operation you can choose between various languages In numeric English the figures of the functions correspond to the LCD menu of the sub sections of section 11 For example 23 flash sequence corresponds to the LCD menu from section 13 23 of the operating instructions PART 3 Selection possibility Default value Mem Standard User Each with store or recall Last saved data vV gt maximum output level 9 0 or 10 10 vV Scoro 1600 S gt speed max 9 6 or 10 Scoro 3200 S 9 6 or 8 6 or 9 0 Scoro 1600 S on max output level gt on off gt cancel gt reset Number of flashes since last reset of daily counter none Number of flashes triggered since delivery ex factory none Serial number gt Scoro Program versions gt charge none Country code none Date mm yy gt English English or distributor setting vV gt German gt Spanish gt French gt Italian gt Swedish gt Chinese gt Japanese gt Korean gt Indonesien gt Numerical English 27 14 SCOROE ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS amp LISTING INLCD MAIN MENU Section Function Description of function 14
29. lamp or the flash tube the lamp should cool down for 10 min broncolor flash light systems should only be equipped with original broncolor flash tubes original broncolor combustible and packing material original broncolor accessories and also original broncolor spare parts broncolor power packs lamps and accessories meet an extremely high safety standard When connecting broncolor lamps to power packs of other brands or broncolor power packs to lamp bases or accessories of other brands integrated safety measures may become ineffective Due to different design features and contact assignment of the lamp plugs of other brands the user himself herself may even be at risk We offer no guarantee and accept no liability for damages which may be caused by this type of usage Only lamps which are approved for operation with this power pack should be utilised Only earthed extension cables which are approved for operation with the corresponding lamp should be utilised To avoid the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons utilise exclusively the accessory recom mended by the manufacturer Check that the mains voltage corresponds to the information on the type plate of the unit The flash light equipment is designed for use in dry conditions and in an ambient temperature from 0 C to 35 C The flash light equipment has to be protected from wetness condensation from dripping and splash water humidity dirt sand metal chips and ex
30. posure to dust Protect the flash light equipment from electromagnetic fields shock and vibration Protect the flash light equipment from heat and frost If the power pack freezes continuous loss of power output and serious technical damage can result Sudden temperature differences can cause condensation water in the unit In such situations the equipment must stay for 1 hour in a well ventilated place to acclimatise to the new tem perature before start up Do not operate the units in an environment where there is a risk of explosion The power pack should not be operated in or near water Attention high voltage The power pack and the lamps should not be immersed in water or other liquids It could cause an electric shock Remove the transport protection cap on the front side of the lamp before connecting it to the power pack For safety reasons never operate the lamp base without the protecting glass in place UV coated protecting glasses or UV coated flash tubes must be utilised as a protection against UV radiation for eyes and skin Before operation the lamp has to be fastened on a stand or a suspension device The lamp must be locked by tightening the mounting screw Only sand filled fuses of the type indicated on the safety type plate may be used Sand filled fuses can be identified by their opaque fuse body With incorrect fuse protection the halogen amp may burst Filters or diffusers should not be fastened directly on
31. the top of the LCD Scoro S only The desired unit functions are selected with the keys w a and confirmed with the key select The selected function is visually highlighted with a bar After selecting the desired function one reaches the second level There the options are visible within the chosen function which can then be selected with the keys w a or The previ ously stored setting is always indicated in a box at the top line The function on which the cursor is currently positioned is marked with a bar The new setting will only be set after the select key has been pressed again The key quit or menu 22 leads back to the respective higher level Therefore it is also possible to quit the submenu without storing a new setting 2 2 Auxiliary function The key help activates an info text for the respective setting A practical short description of the addressed functions is stored there To return to the main menu press the key menu 22 3 ENERGY CONTROL Use the w a keys 9 1 9 2 9 3 to control the flash energy flash intensity on each individual outlet 1 2 amp 3 within the respective range of f stops The entire energy however cannot ex ceed 1600 J respectively 3200 J A value of 10 in the digital master power display 12 indicates maximum intensity 1 0 respectively 0 1 mini mum intensity 3 joules Whole numbers are full f stops decimals indi cat
32. tifiable by its own unit address Every other workstation can each operate up to 20 flash units Therefore flash units of multiple workstations are clearly identifiable A PC or Macintosh computer or an RFS transmitter can control all the flash units of a studio workstation channel studio address 7 1 Computer connection with RFS Radio Frequency System The built in interface which allows remote control or flash triggering of the power pack via radio from RFS transmitter as well as RFS transceiver from PC or Macintosh computer Therefore all the Scoro power pack functions can be comfortably controlled from a digital workstation see diagram PC Macintosh screen display Beco ashi I 100 ScomA2S 101 Topas A4 fs A 6 0 Eae ow om E a Opp 1 prop 2 Opiop 3 Opop 4 Sends on we3 x Do Oi coke temperate 800 Cea Cowes J Cie ankay flash functions Loptions mios help sequence each sync signal wall tigger the selected number of flashes 7 2 Remote control channels RFS studio address Remote control by means of RFS may be performed via separate channels studio workstations These can be set in the LCD menu under studio address see section 13 14 All flash units within a studio workstation must have the same channel number studio address 7 3 RFS unit addresses Unit addresses will be assigned to each power pack for individual control See LCD menu unit address section
33. tivation of the flash monitoring the test release key ready signal 16 lights up red Should the lamp plug not be correctly engaged this will be indicated by the red test release key and the blinking digital display of the corresponding channel 11 At the end of their service lives flash tubes often misfire This fault is indicated by the test release key of the Scoro power packs that lights up red Additionally the digital display 11 of the channel to which the lamp concerned is connected blinks Attention Check to see if the flash tube is in working order and change if necessary Scoro S only 8 4 8 5 The blinking digital display of the channel concerned can be deactivated by pressing the key lamp connection on off 7 1 7 2 7 3 If the fault indication is not caused by the lamp the power pack must be switched off and on again Should the test release key remain red please contact a broncolor service station Audible fault signal When the flash discharge fails a warning signal two sound tone of approx 0 5 s duration will sound and the display 11 of the relevant lamp will flash Audible messages Clicking tone Key sound setting of volume is explained in section 13 19 Beep tone End of charging or discharging setting of volume is explained in section 13 18 Double beep tone Energy limit top or bottom when controlling energy via RFS RFS 2 transmitter Reset key pressed for 2 s
34. ts Flash tubes halogen modelling lamps and protecting glasses heat up to a high operating tem perature this also applies to the front side of the lamps Therefore the attachments also assume high temperatures Handle with care Contact with hot components can cause injuries Do not come into contact with glass or metal whilst operating the flash light system Let the unit and its connected lamp base cool completely after use and before packing Always unplug appliance from electrical socket before cleaning and servicing and when not in use Never jerk cable to pull the plug from the socket Grasp plug and pull to disconnect Dropped or damaged units or lamps must be checked by a specialist before reconnection To reduce the risk of electric shock never open the power pack or lamps Dangerous voltag es could still remain inside the unit even after it has been disconnected from the mains supply Therefore take the unit to an authorised broncolor service station when service or repair work is required Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock even when the unit is closed Shipping instructions Scoro Use original broncolor packing for the transport of the power pack Shipping instructions lamps Use original broncolor packing for the transport of the lamps Before shipping flash tubes halo gen lamp and protection glass pack them with our protective packing material foam plastic and transport cap If the protective packaging is in
35. ture ECTC technology Enhanced Colour Temperature Control for constant or specifically adjustable colour temperature Modelling light Halogen max 3 x 650 W at 200 240 V Halogen max 3 x 300 W at 100 120 V Proportional to flash energy also full and low settings Proportionality can be adapted to other broncolor power packs and to monolights Additional functions t 0 1 sequence delay interval colour temperature alternating stroboscopic memory and many more Flash release Manual release button photocell infrared RFS or RFS 2 receiver may be switched off sync cable IRX 2 No of sync sockets Computer connection for remote control RFS only Stabilised flash voltage 0 3 0 3 Power requirements 230 V 6 0A 6 0A 120V 5 0A 5 0A 100 V 5 0A 5 0A Dimensions without handle 28 8 x 19 x 29 5 cm 28 8 x 19 x 40 cm 1 3 x 7 5 x 11 6 1 3 x 7 5 x 15 7 Weight 8 9 kg 19 6 lbs 2 1 kg 26 7 lbs 31 16 TECHNICAL DATA SCORO E 32 Scoro E 1600 RFS 31 060 XX Scoro E 3200 RFS 31 061 XX Scoro E 1600 RFS 2131 062 XX Scoro E 3200 RFS 21 31 063 XX Flash energy 1600 J 3200 J f stop at 2 m 100 ISO reflector P70 64 2 10 90 2 10 Flash duration t 0 1 t 0 5 fastest 1 8 000 s 1 12 000 s 1 8 000 s 1 12 000 s max energy 1 265 s 1 760 s 1 132 s 1 390 s Charging time 230 V 0 06 1 05s 0 06 1 7 s min max energy 120V 0 06 1 45s 0 06 2 4 s 100 V
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