Operating instructions
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1. ee ee Se Operating instructions Before use 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 Important safety instructions Attention Read before starting up the power pack Controls and displays 1 10 Startup Energy control Lamp base outlets Modelling light Release and remote control Flash ready signals visual audible Setting additional functions Protective facilities Fault indication Lamp bases Technical data broncolor Grafit 2 4 10 40 14 15 17 Important safety instructions When using your photographic equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 10 41 _ Read and understand all instructions before using Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Do not leave appliance unattended while in use Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts Do not operate appliance with a damaged cable or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged until it has been examined by a qualified serviceman Position the cable so that it will not be tripped over pulled or contact hot surfaces lf an extension cabl2. Lamp bases also have an additional modelling lamp switch You may also operate the modelling light proportionally Chapter 4 2 and adapt it to the various maximum outputs of broncolor power packs Proportionality In chapter 7 is an explanation of how to set the various operating modes modelling light proportionality Stages propt prop2 prop3 prop4 and props 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 and the number of lamps Proportionality is adaraniecd if the identical operating mode has been set for al power packs The higher the digit the brighter the modelling light The following operating modes are possible prop1 _ This level allows matching of the Grafit units to the proportional control of the Pulso 8 power pack prop2 Proportional modelling light brightest level with Grafit A4 4 prop3 Proportional modelling light brightest level with Grafit A2 2 prop4 5 If you use a power pack with less power it is known that the halogen modelling light is relatively weak and yellowish To solve this problem the power packs have been provided with two additional proportional light levels If the power of the Grafit 4 is lower than 8 0 and of the Grafit 2 lower than 9 0 you can increase the modelling light immensely with prop4 If the power of the Grafit 4 is lower than 7 0 and of the Grafi
3. at distance of 2 m 6 1 2 ft 64 2 10 90 2 10 100 ISO reflector P70 Flash duration t 0 1 t 0 5 120 V version 100 120 V 250 W halogen 200 240 V 500 W halogen For 1 lamp 1 250 1 735 For 2 lamps 1 390 1 1200 For 1 lamp 1 125 1 370 For 2 lamps 1 200 1 600 modelling lamp socket E11 For 3 lamps 1 600 1 1700 For 3 lamps 1 300 1 850 Charging time 230 V 50 Kz 1 6s 0 3s 30s 0 55s for 100 of selected energy 120 V 60Hz 1 95 0 45 3 6s 0 7s 230 V version 200 240 V 650 W halogen 100 V 50 Hz 2 5 s 0 4 s 4 8s 0 7s Can be switched to slow charging mode for low amperage power outlets 100 120 V 300 W halogen Ready display Visual and audible can be switched off signals when 100 of selected modelling lamp socket 2 x 6 35 energy is reached ae Lamp base outlets 3 Symmetrical _ Der Illuminated silicone keyboard resistant to dust and scratches Wireless remote control of all functions with infrared Servor e 4 f stops in 1 10 or 1 3 f stop intervals Displayed simultaneously in joules _and f stops joules switchable to percentage Halogen max 3 x 650 Wat 200 240 V Halogen max 3 x 300 W at 100 120 V Proportionai to flash energy and full and low settings Proportionality adjustable to other broncolor packs and their various output ranges Flash sequences triggering delay slow charging ping pong release select from two infrare
4. with limited power on the mains supplies AC line you can also slow down the charging rate with the additional functions slow charging this reduces the risk of blowing the supply fuses Modelling light switch on lamp base The switch on lamp bases permits selective lighting control with the modelling light To avoid damage to the lamp filament aay switch off the modelling light before moving the lamp base Release and remote control Slave cell cell and Infrared receiver IR The slave cell can be switched on or off by using the cell key 11 the infrared receiver by using the ir key 13 If they are activated the green LED light s up After a flash sequence the slave cell if activated is blocked and the green indicating lamp blinks By pressing the cell key the cell is re activated ce lt 7 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 7 Infrared flash channels You can trigger Grafit power packs from broncolor infrared transmitters These have two different channels Setting instructions are stated in chapter 7 If a power rede is triggered via infrared the flash release follows with a time delay If the setting of the IR channel is all the delay is 1 1000 s if the setting is selective it is 1 500 s Important when selective triggering is selected all units in operation must be set to 1 or 2 none on all and all the photo cells should be switched off Sync sock
5. Lamp base switch 1 on off Lamp base switch 2 on off Lamp base switch 3 on off Master power selector Slave cell Digital master power display Slave cell on off IR receiver cell IR receiver on off Modelling light on off Test key ready light green 4 line LCD display Cursor up down Reset key Auxiliary functions setting key DALAM SDD EDS DDD LLL ALD ORLA LS LADDER a 09 8 73 72 74 m N D D aa Oaa lt D Kacaeacagacadaes a EA CAgs EAC ACACACR es GA Cees OOO Ue IB NANANA CNG i AW CLZ aad broncotor eRe EME AIT made in Switzerland 6 1 a Camara sdadaees H meere Git 16 3 4 19 18 17 SSL GENE LEONI EERE 1 2 2 2 Ta Startup Mains voltage voltage selector Set the unit on the required mains voltage by PENG voltage switch 2 with a coin or screwdriver The unit is designed for 230 V 120 V or 100 V according to voltage of country If a different voltage than the origina one is selected the lie limitations come into force Can only be operated with power upto level 9 The charging time becomes longer The recycling time becomes longer The recycling time becomes longer 230 V unit on 120 V 120 V unit on 230 V 100 V unit on 230 V Earthed Mains AC line Connect unit to current supply always using e
6. arthed mains plug Startup Use the mains AC line switch 1 to power up unit During the charging process the digital master power 10 flashes after which it becomes continuous Energy control Grafit 2 4 Use the keys 8 to control the flash energy flash intensity within a range of 4 f stops A value of 10 in the display indicates maximum intensity 6 minimum Whole numbers are full f stop intervals decimals indicate 1 10 f stop steps Brief pressure on the keys 8 runs the power up or down by a 1 10 f stop interval prolonged pressure by a full f stop The display 10 then blinks until charging or ng has stabilized the new level 1 10 or 1 3 f stop increments control The fractional power level adjustment can be programmed for 1 10 or 1 3 f stop intervals the units are factory set to 1 10 steps For reprogramming to ae steps see chapter 7 BLD LAIBLE ANT DELL ALDBBALBLBLBDBS T DALAL LRAAR MCR ei X a A lt 3 4 1 4 2 Lamp base outlets Lamp base outlets of the Grafit units are marked with the Roman numerals to Ill Ail outlets may be switched individually 7 1 7 2 7 3 For newly connected lamp bases the connection will be automatically activated Modelling light The mod key 14 switches on the modelling lamps for all connected lamp bases When switched on the green LED Liquid Electronic Display lights up
7. d channels etc User friendly menu driven design Flash release Wireless using built in selectable infrared receiver sync cable FM FCM 2 FCC IRX 2 IRQ No of sync sockets 2 Stabilized flash voltage 0 5 o Standards EC standard 73 23 UL 122 Power requirements Version 1 220 240 V 50 Hz switchable to 120 V 60 Hz current i consumption 10 A longer series with shorter charging times 16 A Version 2 110 120 V 60 Hz switchable to 230 V 50 Hz current consumption 15 A Version 3 100 V 50 Hz switchable to 230 V 50 Kz current consumption 15 A Dimensions 288 x 180 x 3115 mm_ 288 x 180 x 407 5 mm Weight ka 7 25 kg 10 45 ko Power output distribution Controls 9 3 Cooling fan Control range A cooling fan in the lamp base cools the flash tube and modelling lamp It also runs when the modelling lamp is turned off l Modelling light 9 4 Thermal protection Additional functions The lamp bases have been fitted with an automatic thermal protection Should the lamp base overheat e g by impeding the flow of cooling air the modelling light is shut off Nevertheless you may continue producing flashes LLL LLM AMAL LDL LAMA DEAD DLL LIL LLM ILL LLL LLL LLL LDL NLS LALLA LASSER LSS DUDES USAR cel aust Suan ct MARDI AD I ALLL EEA IED RD BML DALE LL AL LOL DELL DER LAS CLE LDP a RPV LADML ALD A AE LPB G 95 Lamp base plugs The lamp base plugs an
8. d sockets carry mechanical interlocks to prevent inadvertent disconnection To unplug push down the locking spring below the cable guide and lift out the plug i 9 6 Reflectors Primo and Pulso lamp bases have a bayonet fitting to take reflectors Subject to change in the interest of product enhancement 97 Fuses Only sand filled fuses of the type indicated on the type plate may be used otherwise the halogen lamp may explode LA LABLLALADBLLALLLDBLEPLLLMLRLARDDLLA ILIAD LALLA LDL ADL E EE 16 17
9. e 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 Always unplug appliance from electrical socket before cleaning and servicing and when not in use Never jerk cable to pull plug from socket Grasp plug and pull to disconnect Let appliance cool completely before putting away Loop cable loosely around appliance when storing To reduce the risk of electric shock do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquids To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this appliance but take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair work is required Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is used subsequently The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 12 Connect this appliance to a grounded socket Attention Read before starting up the power pack Prior to replacing fuses light bulbs or flash tubes discharge the power pack and disconnect from power supply Disconnect the lamp base from the power pack These units are designed for use in dry conditions Protect them from water and from excessive exposure to dust The units are not suitable for use in an environment where there is a risk of explosion The accessories mounted onto the lamp bases may heat up to high tempera
10. e will flash Setting additional functions Meaning of additional symbols on display Indicates that one or several additional functions are active Frames fault alarm messages Suggested default value for a certain setting Function possible settings With the taggle key v a 17 on the front With the key 19 on the front panel at the bottom left the cursor can panel at the bottom right different be moved up or down to select the settings can be made various functions Lamp 3 2 1 LAMP 3 2 1 Display of the lamp power J joules percentage Modelling light MOD Choice of the proportional level prop1 see as well chapter 4 eis prop2 prop3 prop4 props full FULL economy LOW 10 LEMS ABDRBMRPOPD LSA DADLLDLL PRL LAL LPL PSLRA LISD BALLADE DLL sii LLL LLDBLABMLLLMBAMLLL ADSL T E E AAAS Mili 7 3 7 4 7 5 7 6 77 7 8 7 9 Sequence SEQ In this mode you can select a number of flashes to be triggered automatically Interval INTVL This function allows to define the time between the flashes and therefore to delay the flash sequence The interval setting cannot be used when charging time is long and unsuitable SURP uollagee Delay of the first flash DELAY You can delay triggering of the first flash by 0 01 s 50 00 s Alternate ping pong release ALT This provides the option of determining the release sequence of 2 po
11. et 4 Synchronous cables art no 34 111 00 or 34 112 00 may be plugged into the socket to release flashes via cable Test key 15 This key 15 allows manual release of the power pack as soon as 70 of the set energy is available Remote Control The remote control of the power pack Grafit is operated by the Remote Control units Servor 3 and Servor e If the power pack is switched to stand by via the remote control unit the decimal point of the main display will blink The power pack can be re activated either by the remote control unit or by pressing any button on the front panel Servor power pack addresses Addresses will be assigned to each power pack for pavidual goniroi This is explained in chapter 7 Servor remote control channels Remote control may be performed via 2 separate channels SUMO work ains This is explained in chapter 7 6 6 1 6 2 6 3 74 7 2 Flash ready signals visual audible The visual ready signal is the green LED at the test key 15 It lights up only when the unit is fully charged After a flash this LED goes out and lights up ae when the unit is fully changed once more The audible signal buzzer sounds when the power capacitors are at 100 charge It may be switched on or off This is explained in chapter 7 Audible fault signal When the flash discharge fails a warning signal of approx 3 s duration will sound and the epay of the relevant lamp bas
12. ker 3 In the event of an electrical malfunction the circuit breaker will automatically disconnect the power pack from the power source The unit can be restarted by pressing the circuit breaker button If it disconnects again immediately the power pack must be serviced by an authorised technician 14 A 00 Lk LDL LLALDBDLB LASS ABLBL ABABA DARI AB RAAB BDA LADS A SDDD 9 9 1 9 2 Lamp bases f Newly connected lamp bases are activated automatically The lamp and accessories range of Primo and Pulso 2 4 systems may be used without restriction Replacing flash tubes Prior to any change of the flash tube the lamp base must be disconnected from the power pack Primo and Pulso lamp bases use plug in flash tubes To replace the flash tubes of Primo lamp bases the contact spring has to be released to allow the tube to be removed A protecting glass must be fitted over the flash tube and modelling lamp which is held in place by 3 springs This is available in versions clear 5900 K and UVE 5500 K As the Primo lamp base can be used with a 1600 J as well as with a 3200 J tube there is a corresponding warning sticker included which is to be affixed on the lamp plug when inserting the tube On Pulso 4 and Primo 4 lamp bases the UV coating is on the protecting glass the flash tube is clear for thermal reasons On Primo and Pulso 2 flash tubes the UV coating is normally applied directly on the tube A
13. ny protecting glass used must be clear Upon request the Primo and Pulso 2 lamp bases can be supplied with a clear tube and a coated protecting glass To change the flash tube carefully pull off the protecting glass Pull straight without tilting Lamp bases manufactured from 1996 on have the upper of the three springs holding the protection glass differently shaped to provide a better hold When removing the protection glass it is necessary to first pull out the glass from the bottom Release the contact spring only Primo lamp and again be sure to pull the flash tube straight along the lamp base axis When inserting the tube check that the ceramic base is fully pushed back in and that the contact spring rests on the internal ignition wire only Primo lamp Get an authorized servicing agency to exchange flash tubes in lamp units with fixed tubes Boxlite Fibrolite etc Changing the halogen lamp Depending on the voltage version Primo and Pulso lamp bases use either plug in or screw in halogen lamps The 200 240 volt models use 650 watt pinbased lamps the 100 120 volt models use 250 watt lamps with a screw base Sa ANNI ae Primo lamp base TEE E E os 10 Technical data Both the voltage versions 120 V 230 V after exchanging the tungsten halogen lamp eS can be run with the other voltages The only difference is the modelling lamp socket which depends on the voltage used 2 cee RAE TED Ee RL eR ee f stop
14. or remote control Flash count COUNT Counts the already released flashes By pressing extensively on the key the counter can be set back to 0 Total count TOTAL Every flash discharge is counted Max Display DISPL 1 10 f stops The Grafit units can display flash output in 1 10 f stops over a range of 4 f stops All Grafit power packs are factory set to show values from 10 to 6 10 indicates the maximum and 6 the minimum output level 12 ON ON OFF OFF all the unit will release on all ir ALL signals 1 the ir sender must be set correspondingly 2 their sender must be set correspondingly 01 20 Momentarily only 01 or 02 can be selected with Servor 01 20 Momentarily only 01 to 08 are selectable with Servor I ods NOOSE ES AARP ROE OLA MIO ROIS 7 16 7 17 7 18 The display range can be shifted towards the bottom in order to correspond with units of different power Grafit 2 4 The result will be the same number on the display for the same amount of selected power Grafit 2 value8 1600J Grafit 4 value9 3200J Pulso 8 value 10 6400J 10 9 8 7 10 9 9 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 4 4 3 1 3 f stops 1 3 For the display in 1 3 steps the power range is shown 9 to 3 General With the remote control servor 3 we recommend retaining the standard setting maximum energy 10 since complications in the dis
15. play in the command mode all may arise otherwise Store Aux AUX Grafit power packs are factory set to on ON clear all programming function off OFF adjustments on loss of mains supply power for whatever reason This avoids operating errors on subsequent startup Progr Release PROG Shows the software release of the EPROM Country CNTRY The country code is for sale and service 13 7 19 7 20 8 1 8 2 8 3 8 4 Delivery date DELIV First operation Serial number SER For service and sale Reset key When pressed briefly the cursor jumps on the line modelling light When pressed for 2 s the settings sequence interval delay alternate charging time are switched off When pressed for more than 10 s the unit is reset to the factory setting Protective facilities Fault indication Fault alarm messages are framed with characters on each line Cooling The cooling fan switches to a higher speed after some flashes Thermal overheating display To protect against overheating after extended series of flashes the unit will power down for a number of minutes At that stage the following message will appear on the LCD display COOL BREAK xx Min Tx The cooling time is shortened if the unit remains connected and switched on Afterglow In case of afterglow of an older flash tube the LCD display will show the corresponding message Circuit brea
16. t 2 lower than 8 0 you can increase the modelling light immensely with prop5 ful All lamp bases 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 burning life of the tungsten halogen lamps 43 4 4 Proportionality settings when combining packs of different output Gialit2 A2 Grafit4 A4 Pulso 8 Opus 2 A2 Opus 4 A4 A8 3 i Pulso 2 A2 Pulso 4 A4 r Opus 2 A2 Pulso 2 A2 Grafit 4 A4 EA Opus 4 A4 A8 1 Pulso 4 A4 l 1 a E E A E E E is E T ni i 7 7 2 site Relate innit j E E T E A ee sn UI SA PSB OLDE SE DNR EA IOC LIDDELL LALLA ALLL BEALL LESLIE SERIE RETR ee 1 A power pack Grafit 2 is operated together with a power pack Pulso 8 The modelling light is proportional when both are set to mode prop1 Example 2 A power pack Grafit 4 is operated together with Grafit 2 The modelling light is proportional when both are set to mode prop2 Reduced modelling light intensity To avoid overloading the mains supply AC line the 100 120 volt versions of the power packs reduce the modelling light intensity during charging You can clear this factory installed program if the power rating of the mains supply AC line is sufficient see key combinations in section 7 10 of the programming additional functions When working
17. tures under specific conditions Handle with care With due allowance for heat radiation lamp bases with more than 100 W modelling light may be directed against inflammable surfaces only at a minimum distance of 1m For safety reasons never operate the lamps without the protecting glass in place Flash light contains similar to sunlight a specific portion of UV light The undesirable side effects on skin and eyes are considerably reduced by using flash tubes and glass covers with a UV coating Without these or other pee filters use with extreme care when shooting Even when disconnected from the power supply dangerous voltages may remain inside the unit For this reason units should be opened by trained personnel only Do not block the cooling louvers on the unit broncolor power packs and lamp bases meet an extremely high safety standard When connecting broncolor products to other manufacturers products integrated safety measures may become ineffective Due to different design features and contact assignment of the lamp plugs of other makes 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 EEL LR EE DLL ELLE TATE SS AEE LEE EL Controls and displays Mains switch Voltage selector 110V 230V Circuit breaker Sync socket Connection socket for mains cable Outlet Outlet II Outlet II
18. wer packs i e only one power pack triggers per IR signal while the other is at rest This function allows performing faster photographic sequences Charging time slow charging RECYC In case of weak power supply lines charging time may be extended Memory 1 2 MEMO 1 2 All setting can be stored and recalled later on DIM DIM This function dims the modelling light during the recycling time min 0 5 s It allows a visual flash control and the extinction of the modelling light during sequences off OFF 2 50 off OFF delay time shortest charging time 50 00 s off OFF 0 01 s 50 00 s off OFF 1 1 unit in succession 2 2 unit in succession fast FAST slow SLOW Press the key for 2 s to store all settings STORE Press the key for 2 s to recall a previously stored setting RCL ON ON OFF OFF 7 10 7 11 ttz 7 13 7 14 7 15 Buzzer BUZZ The audible signal sounds when the power capacitors are 100 charged up You can switch on resp off the signal IR channel IR i The Grafit power packs use two different channels for selective triggering of specific power packs or groups studio workstations Studio Gen UNIT Studio workstation Extended pressing of the key sets the workstation power pack power pack address Brief pressure of the key sets the power pack address f
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