Speedotron D1204 User's Manual
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1. 24 Models M11 M11 CC M110 M11Q CC Universal Light Units 26 General Maintenance and Care 28 Trouble Shooting 29 Guide Numbers 30 GENERAL POWER SUPPLY INSTRUCTIONS For maximum equipment life and for safe dependable operation of power supplies we advise you to follow these general rules Unpack equipment carefully Examine all packing material Should you notice any break age or defect notify the dealer and carrier if shipped to you immediately Then please read all instructions before assembling your flash system in order to avoid damage to your equipment or injury to yourself Before doing anything with the power supply make sure that the Model and Power switches are in the off position Connect light head cable s to the Light Unit Outlet s on the power supply selecting the appropriate outlets for the desired power level All Brown Line light units can handle at least 400 watt seconds and specific units are designed for a maximum of 1200 or 1600 watt seconds For power supplies that can pro duce more than 400Ws of power you must be very careful that the flash tube you are using in your light unit can handle all the available power Never subject a flash tube to more watt seconds than it is designed to handle If you are not sure that your flash tube can handle the power provided by the set up you are using check pages 25 and 26 in addition to the2. Please help us to get to know you and fulfill our obligations to you Return the enclosed warranty registration form to us immediately Sending in this form will validate your warranty and put your name on our mailing list enabling us to send you up to date information on new accessories and new applications for your present equipment Speedotron Corporation 310 South Racine Avenue Chicago Illinois 60607 312 421 4050 Fax 312 421 5079 TABLE OF CONTENTS Power Supplies General Information Read This 4 Models D604 D1204 D1604 Description of Controls 6 Operating Instructions 7 Power Distribution Tables 9 Technical Specifications 12 Models D402 D802B D scription of Controls rep RR ERR 14 Operating Instructions 15 Power Distribution Tables 16 Technical Specifications 18 Model D202 Description of Controls 19 Operating 20 Technical Specifications 21 Light Units General Information Read This 22 Models MW3R MW3R CC MW3U MW3U CC MW3UO MW3UQ CC M90 M90 CC M900 M90Q CC Fixed Reflector Light Units
3. Two lights Symmetrical mode all outlets share an equal amount of power Two lights each receive 600Ws 1200Ws divided by 2 Asymmetrical mode Combination 1 one light in outlet 1 or 2 receives 600Ws the second light in outlet 3 or 4 receives 300Ws Combination 2 in outlets 1 and 2 receive 600Ws each Combination 3 in outlets 3 and 4 will receive 300Ws each Following the table above will quickly illustrate other combinations that are possible with up to four light units on the D1204 10 One light Two lights D1604 Power Distribution Table Symmetrical Asymmetrical Any socket s 10r2 3or4 1600Ws 2 Lights y g Divide Watt seconds by 4 when using quarter power Symmetrical mode in any outlet will receive 1600Ws Asymmetrical mode in outlets 1 or 2 will receive 1600Ws when using outlets 3 or 4 output is 1200Ws Symmetrical mode all outlets share an equal amount of power Two lights each receive 800Ws 1600Ws divided by 2 Asymmetrical mode Combination 1 one light in outlet 1 or 2 receives 800Ws the second light in outlet 3 or 4 receives 400Ws Combination 2 in outlets 1 and 2 receive 800Ws each Combination 3 in outlets 3 and 4 will receive 400Ws each Following the above table will quickly illustrate other combinations that are possible with up to four light units on the D1604 11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D604 Power Supply Maximum power 600Ws Number of
4. The 02 Series feature symmetrical and asymmetrical operation Symmetrical output means all light units share equal output To determine power levels divide the total watt seconds by the number of light units to be used In asymmetrical mode outlets 1 and 2 receive a greater portion of the total output than outlets 3 and 4 For specific power distribution refer to the charts below for the number and configuration of the lights to be used D402 Power Distribution Table Symmetrical Any socket s Di e One light Symmetrical mode in any outlet will receive 400Ws Asymmetrical mode in outlets 1 or 2 will receive 400Ws when using outlets 3 or 4 output is 300Ws Two lights Symmetrical mode all outlets share an equal amount of power Two lights each receive 200Ws 400Ws divided by 2 Asymmetrical mode Combination 1 one light in outlet 1 or 2 receives 200Ws the second light in outlet 3 or 4 receives 100Ws Combination 2 in outlets 1 and 2 receive 200Ws each Combination 3 in outlets 3 and 4 will receive 100Ws each Following the table will quickly illustrate other combinations that are possible with up to four light units on the D402 Divide watt seconds by 2 when using half power One light Symmetrical mode in any outlet will receive 800Ws Asymmetrical mode in outlets 1 or 2 will receive 800Ws when using outlets 3 or 4 output is 600Ws Two
5. 4 lbs System 900V Trigger voltage 70V Trigger current pes eem mts 0 000043A 43 micro amps Guide number 455 at ISO 100 w M110O fitted 11 1 2 reflector measured at 10 feet on axis with MW9QC flash tube D1604 Power Supply Maximum power 1600Ws Number of light unit outlets 4 Recycle time watt seconds seconds to 85 voltage ANSI standard 1600 6 0 800 2 8 400 1 3 Flash duration 1 350 sec 2 9 milliseconds at full power w one M110 light unit measured 1 2 to 1 2 peak as per ANSI PH3 40 Maximum power into one light unit 1600Ws Minimum power into one light unit 300Ws Minimum power per light with 4 light units llle 30Ws Power input requirements 105 120VAC 50 60Hz 10 amps peak ku METTE 6 4 x 9 5 foot print x 8 2 case height Weight ordeal Deer Ee 16 2 lbs System 900V Trigger voltage 70V Trigger current erem mms 0 000043A 43 micro amps Guide number 540 at ISO 100 w M110O fitted 11 1 2 reflector measured at 10 feet on axis with MW9QC flash tube 13 Symmetrical Asymmetrical Power input Full Half Power 106 130 V AC 10 Do not 4 switch white Push to reset Ready Push to flash Ready Push to flash Light unit o
6. 4 turn The flash tubes are the MW9M for M11 MW9MC for M11 CC MW9Q for M11Q and MW9QC for M11Q CC Again follow the General Instructions to attach the light unit to the power supply Universal light units accept a full range of quick disconnect bayonet mount reflectors snoots barn doors diffusers and a tube protector Technical Specifications Maximum power 11 ress reve e eee 1200Ws M11Q and MI1Q CC 2400Ws Flash tubes Mite Standand ere ERREUR MW9H 900V 1200Ws M11 CC 5500 K color corrected MW9HC 900 1200Ws M11Q quartz standard MW90 900V 2400Ws M11Q CC quartz 5500 K color corrected MW90C 900V 2400Ws M11 M11 CC Flash duration at800Ws ccc een ene 1 740 sec AL Q00WS 2 a ep eco eles ed 1 1100 sec at 400WS Wad dS Aas tea te aed eerie 1 1500 sec at 200Ws cesser esae cerea re e es 1 250 sec M110 M11Q CC Flash duration at 1600WS Ls nes oA eee S 1 500 sec at 1200WS 1 625 sec at 000Ws c cesses esr erbe e re as 1 830 sec at 6E00WS lsessee een ene 1 1000 sec At SOOWS ra ete eC AUC 1 1500 sec Model lamp vei bre ER HR 150W quartz halogen 26 UNIVERSAL LIGHT ACCESSORIES Reflectors 24226 grid reflector 11 5 for M11 series light units 24227 grid reflector 16 50 for M11 series light units 24235 g
7. For example a D402 system with two M90 light units and two MW3R light units will have four MW3 1 flash tubes and a 400Ws power supply When set to full power in use on the lens Consequently dividing a given known guide number by the light source to subject distance will yeld the proper f stop For example if the given guide number is 110 and the light source to subject distance is 10 feet the f stop required for proper exposure is f 11 The formula is as follows guide number light source to subject distance D f stop F G DxF D G F F G D Important note Guide number values provide a general starting point for exposure each flash tube will output 100 Ws with a flash duration of 1 1500 second Flash Duration in fractions of a second Ws per flash tube MW3 1 MW3Q MW9H MW9Q 100Ws 200Ws 400Ws 600Ws 800Ws 1200Ws 1600Ws 1 1500 1 1200 1 750 1 1500 1 1200 1 750 1 580 1 450 1 330 1 3000 1 2200 1 1400 1 1000 1 700 1 500 1 3000 1 2200 1 1400 1 1000 1 700 1 500 1 400 determination and vary depending on a myriad of factors such as power supply differ ences surrounding area reflectance flash tube differences etc In some instances such as extreme close up and macro applications guide numbers will not provide accurate exposure information All guide numbers are approximations and we recommend that test shots be produced to insure exposure accuracy The guide numbers bello
8. outlet Use proper 3 conductor grounded cord for operator safety and to reduce self firing caused by static electricity Set Full Half switch as desired This switch reduces the total output of the power supply The difference between the full and half settings is one f stop After flashing do not switch the Full Half switch until ready light is illuminated or until at least ten seconds after turning off unit Failure to follow this procedure may result in damage to the switch Plug sync connector into Syne socket and connect the other end to PC cord for camera Once the camera is connected tripping the shutter will automatically trigger the flash A slave tripper Speedotron 23510 may be inserted into the Sync socket in place of the PC cord In this mode of operation the slave will activate the power supply when it senses a bright flash of light from another light source If the power supply fails to flash when exposed to another light source with the slave installed in the sync socket it may be necessary to remove the slave rotate it 180 and reinstall it into the Syne socket New MW9H flashtubes supplied with M11 light units handle up to 1200Ws The MW9M flashtubes have a maximum capacity of 1000Ws 1 5 Turn on Power Model switches Wait until the Ready Push to Flash illuminates and press the button to check if the unit is operational The light unit s should flash instantly when this button is pressed If you wish t
9. the case turn power supply off immediately Power supply needs repair Full Half Low or Full Half 1 4 switch has no effect on recycle time or light output Power supply needs repair Circuit breaker on power supply pops Check that all cables on power supply and light units are properly connected Also check for afterglow If a circuit breaker blows it is an indication that something is wrong Normal operation will not blow circuit breakers Circuit breaker or fuse in studio blows Be sure AC line is rated for a minimum of 10 amperes and that high amperage electrical equipment is not operating on the same AC line Important When checking power supplies light units and cables be sure that Power is off Look for blackened discolored or burned pins and sockets If a Light Unit Outlet on the power supply is burned blackened or discolored it must be replaced before it is used It could damage light units that are connected to it Check that cables are not loose or frayed 29 GUIDE NUMBERS Guide numbers provide a starting point in calculating the proper exposure for pictures taken with flash A guide number is a constant numerical value for a given film speed ISO determined by multiplying the light source to subject distance by the f stop FLASH DURATION Flash duration of a Speedotron Brown Line system will vary with the type of flash tube the amount of power outputted and the number of light units connected to the power supply
10. INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR SPEEDOTRON BROWN LINE EQUIPMENT WELCOME TO SPEEDOTRON Thank you for purchasing Speedotron Brown Line equipment The name Speedotron is synonymous with professional workmanship and the production of the finest electronic flash equipment you ll find anywhere Backed by years of experience our engineers have developed the Brown Line system to eco nomically handle tough lighting situations through a wide range of power demands Speedotron s business has grown over the years without much fanfare or advertising This success is the result of making satisfied users our best sales men Keeping with this tradition we are determined to serve you well and to offer the most efficient competent and courteous service anywhere We have prepared this manual to acquaint you with the operational aspects of your new equipment and to assist you in getting the most from it Because this manual is a guide to the proper use of your equipment and not a photographic handbook only information pertinent to the basic operation of Speedotron Brown Line is given The equipment you have purchased is durable and will stand up to the rigors of daily use either on location or in the studio However there are certain operating techniques that should be adhered to in order to obtain maximum performance Treated with a reasonable amount of care your Brown Line sys tem will provide you with very dependable consistent and long lasting service
11. MW9QC flash tube D802 Power Supply Maximum power 800Ws Number of light unit outlets 4 Recycle time watt seconds seconds to 85 voltage ANSI standard 800 3 2 400 2 Flashid tati n zs ets 1 830 sec 2 9 milliseconds at full power w one M110 light unit measured 1 2 to 1 2 peak as per ANSI PH3 40 Maximum power into one light unit 800Ws Minimum power into one light unit 150Ws Minimum power per light with 4 light units 30Ws Power input requirements 105 120VAC 50 60Hz 10 amps peak ees aii Ree 5 5 x 7 9 foot print x 7 2 case height Weight scsi exe re rr Dh rers 12 lbs System voltage 900V Trigger voltage sos ces erem 70V Trigger current eser er 0 000043A 43 micro amps Guide 380 at ISO 100 w M110 fitted 11 1 2 reflector measured at 10 feet on axis with MW9QC flash tube 18 Symmetrical Asymmetrical Symm Asym y Sync ady Push Reset D202 SS Sync Push to reset Ready Push to flash DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Power turns power supply on and off Flashes light units when turning off Model turns model lamps on and off Symmetrical Asymmetrical controls power distribution In the symmetrical position power is split equally between all lights In the asymmetrical position power is distributed uneq
12. N OF CONTROLS Power turns power supply on and off flashes light units when turning off Model turns model lamp s on and off Symmetrical Asymmetrical controls power distribution In the symmetrical position power is split equally between all lights In the asymmetrical position power is distributed unequally and modeling lamp brightness on light units in outlets 3 and 4 is reduced Full Half on D604 or Full Half 1 4 on D1204 and D1604 controls the total amount of power delivered to light unit outlets Ready Push to Flash combination ready light and test flash button Illuminates in green to indicate when power supply has recycled to 85 Pressing the button when illuminated triggers the flash for testing or open flash applications Audible Recycle controls audible ready tone on off Power On green LED illuminates when power switch is turned on Hi Temp red LED lights alarm tone sounds when internal heat becomes excessive Sync socket for sync extension or slave Push to Reset resets circuit breaker Circuit breaker disables power supply in case of malfunction Power Input socket for AC power cord Light Unit Outlets 4 sockets for connecting from one to four light units to power supply OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation of the D604 D1204 and D1604 power supplies is simple and straight for ward This sequence of operation is suggested for maximum life and dependability Make sure th
13. Power Distribution Chart on the side of your power supply We recom mend that you purchase at least one light unit that will accept the full output of the power supply To connect light units align the light unit plug with the power supply outlet and apply even pressure while pushing Black colored light unit connectors are of the quick release type that only require pushing the connector firmly until it is fully seated Silvery colored light unit connectors must be threaded until they are fully seated Both types prevent accidental cable removal Make sure all light unit cables are fimly seated to pre vent connector damage Tape all cables to the floor and keep them out of the pathways to prevent accidents Never install light units while the power supply is turned on Never insert or remove flash tubes while the light unit is connected to the power supply Be sure flash tubes are fully seated into light unit sockets Read instructions in the Light Units section of this manual for more information on light unit assembly and operation In order to maximize the life of the power supply it is recommended that the capacitors be formed when a pack is not in use for 30 days or more All that is required of the user is to turn on the power supply for about 10 to 20 minutes each month This simple procedure prevents premature failure by maintaining the elasticity of the capacitors Speedotron power supplies are equipped with arc prote
14. RAL MAINTENANCE AND CARE All Speedotron Brown Line equipment is ruggedly built Nevertheless it should be treated with the same care given to other pieces of quality photographic equip ment To protect the user all Speedotron equipment is designed to be safe when used in accordance with instructions To assure the maximum in safe dependable service the following guidelines should be carefully observed Avoid kinking or pulling cables Disconnect cables by pulling on the plug only Never pull plugs out by the cable Light cables as well as sync cords and AC power cords should be occasionally checked for wear cracks separation between cable and plug and for indications of arc over Do not wrap the light unit cables around the light units Coiling cables tightly stresses the internal wires and may lead to premature cable failure If possible keep the coil diameter at least 10 inches If a cable becomes frayed the insulation damaged or the connectors bent or broken have them repaired immediately Keep all connectors plugs and sockets free of dust moisture and corrosion Do not connect or disconnect light units or insert or remove flash tubes while the power supply is on When using your equipment be sure all cable sync power and flash tube connections are completely and properly installed Do not attempt to make repairs to your Speedotron equipment yourself It is very dangerous and will void your warranty Co
15. at the Model and Power switches are in the off position and the Push to Reset button is fully depressed into its socket Connect light head cable s to the Light Unit Outlet s on the power supply The outlets are wired in parallel so it does not matter in what sequence light head cables are connected Never connect or disconnect light units while power is on Do not insert or remove flash tubes while power is on Your Brown Line power supply is equipped with arc pro tection but should your light unit or power supply malfunction or the power cord or even the internal wiring in the studio be improperly terminated or defective the chance of arc over when connecting or disconnecting light units is greatly increased Severe power supply damage and operator injury may result if arc over occurs when light units are being disconnected or connected To prevent this you should always turn the power supply off when disconnecting or connecting light heads Never subject a flash tube to more watt seconds than it is designed to handle MW3 and M90 series non O light units have a maximum rating of 400Ws while versions are rated at 1200Ws M11 light units are rated at 1200Ws with new MW9H flashtubes and M110 light units are rated at 2400Ws We strongly recommend that at least one light unit in your system is capable of handling the maximum output of your power supply If you are not sure if your flash tube and light unit can handle the power prov
16. cted outlets However as with any electrical equipment arc over an electrical discharge between two physically dis connected electrical terminals is a possibility When light cables flash tubes or power cords are improperly seated arc over may occur Also if your light unit or power supply malfunctions or the power cord or the internal wiring in the studio is improperly termi nated or defective there is a chance of arc over when connecting or disconnecting light units Severe power supply damage and operator injury may result if arc over occurs That is why in spite of the arc protection feature of Speedotron power supplies you should always make sure your Model and Power switches are off when disconnecting or connecting light units Plug sync extension into Syne socket and connect the other end to a PC cord designed for your camera or lens The sync extension supplied with the power supply accepts the standard AC twin blade type sync connector A standard AC to PC sync cord will be required to connect the camera to the power supply s sync extension A slave tripper Speedotron 23510 may be installed in the Sync socket in place of the sync extension to fire the power supply If the power supply fails to flash when exposed to another light source with the slave installed in the Syne socket remove the slave rotate it 180 and reinstall it in the socket Connect AC power cord into Power Input on power supply A 3 terminal ground power pl
17. e being disconnected or connected To prevent this you should always turn the power supply off when disconnecting or connecting light heads The D202 is fully compatible with all Speedotron Brown Line light units and flash tubes Connect power supply cord into a 3 wire grounded AC outlet This reduces misfires and self firing caused by static electricity Plug sync connector into Sync socket and connect the other end to PC cord for camera Once the camera is connected tripping the shutter will automatically trigger the flash A slave tripper Speedotron 23510 may be inserted into the Sync socket in place of the PC cord In this mode of operation the slave will activate the power supply when it senses a bright flash of light from another light source If the power supply fails to flash when exposed to another light source with the slave installed in the sync socket it may be necessary to remove the slave rotate it 180 and reinstall it into the Sync socket Turn on Power and Model switches Wait until the amber Ready Push to Flash illuminates and press the button to check if the unit is operational The light unit s should flash instantly when this button is pressed If you wish to check the function of each individual light unit we recommend that you turn off the Model switch and hold your hand in front of not inside the light unit to be tested When you fire the unit you will feel the heat of the flash This method is suggested becau
18. f Speedotron light units Applying too much power severely shortens the life of flash tubes may cause fine cracks to develop in the tube that may cause tube failure or in the most extreme case may cause the tube to shatter For this reason we suggest you always use Speedotron flash tubes and model lamps to insure safe and dependable operation 23 FIXED REFLECTOR LIGHT UNITS and MW3R CC The MW3R series light units share a common base but are differentiated by the type of flash tube each contains They feature 5 1 2 fixed reflector and are functional as back ground or hair lights When installing flash tubes and model lights be sure that the unit is disconnected from the power supply To assemble first insert the flash tube according to the General Instructions then insert the model lamp using the packing material to hold the lamp The 60W candelabra base model lamp threads into the reflector mounted socket The flash tubes are the MW3 for MW3R and MW3C for MW3R CC Again fol low the General Instructions to attach the light unit to the power supply It accepts sever al accessories listed below including snoots barn doors and diffusers The MW3R con verts to the MW3R CC by changing to the color corrected flash tube MW3U MW3U CC MW3UQ and MW3UQ CC MW3U series light units share a common base but are differentiated by the type of flash tube each contains They feature 5 1 2 fixed reflectors for use with umbrellas Whe
19. f the unit is operational The light unit s should flash instantly when this button is pressed If you wish to check the function of each individual light unit we recommend that you turn off the Model switch and hold your hand in front of not inside the light unit to be tested When you fire the unit you will feel the heat of the flash This method is suggested because it is often difficult to determine by sight if one of the lights has failed to flash The D604 D1204 and D1604 power supplies are equipped with an audible ready signal may be turned off and high temperature alarm A short audible tone along with a green Ready Push to Flash light indicates that the power supply has recycled to 85 percent ANSI standard For very critical exposures waiting several seconds after the green Ready Push to Flash light illuminates will ensure that the power supply is at 100 percent power If the beep should prove distracting depress the Audible Recycle switch to eliminate this short tone The green Ready Push to Flash light will still continue to illuminate Prolonged rapid flashing or storage in a high temperature environment like the trunk of a car or extended use in extremely warm environments may eventually produce enough heat to set off a steady alarm tone and red Hi Temp LED indicator The power supply should be turned off at the Power switch because continued use may cause severe dam age When the power supply has sufficiently cooled normal
20. for 5 5 reflectors 2 leaf 14216 barn doors for 8 5 reflectors 2 leaf 25519 diffuser 5 5 mylar clip on 25526 diffuser 8 5 mylar clip on 25211 gel holder 5 5 25213 gel holder 8 5 6 snoot for MW3R light unit 2 opening used to provide rim lighting on hair and shoulders or other small objects 24210 snoot for MW3R light unit 3 opening used to provide rim lighting on hair and shoulders or other small objects 24213 snoot for M90 light unit used to provide rim lighting on hair and shoulders or other small objects 25210 flood adapter for M90 light unit increases angle of coverage to 110 when inserted between tube and socket 29 UNIVERSAL LIGHT UNITS REMOVABLE REFLECTORS M11 M11 CC M11Q and M11Q CC The M11 series universal light units share a common base but are differentiated by the type of flash tube each contains They are supplied with a removable 11 1 2 reflector when purchased individually or include a 7 umbrella reflector when purchased in an umbrella kit or flash systems When installing flash tubes and model lamps be sure that the unit is disconnected from the power supply To assemble first insert the flash tube according to the General Instructions then insert the model lamp using the packing material to hold the lamp The 150W quartz model lamp inserts into the center of the flash tube ring Align the locking pins to the model lamp socket and use gentle pressure to insert and gently twist the lamp 1
21. ically shorten the life of your flash tubes Connect light cable s to the Light Unit Outlet s on the power supply Never connect or disconnect light units while Power is on Do not insert or remove flash tubes or model lamps while Power is on New MW9H flashtubes supplied with M11 light units handle up to 1200Ws 2 2 The MW9M flashtubes have a maximum capacity of 1000Ws To connect light units align the light unit plug with the power supply outlet and apply even pressure while pushing Black colored light unit connectors are of the quick release type that only require pushing the connector firmly until it is fully seated Silvery colored light unit connectors must be threaded until they are fully seated Both types prevent accidental cable removal Make sure all light unit cables are fimly seated to pre vent connector damage Tape all cables to the floor and keep them out of the pathways to prevent accidents Speedotron power supplies are equipped with arc protected outlets However as with any electrical equipment arc over an electrical discharge between two physically dis connected electrical terminals is a possibility When light cables or flash tubes are improperly seated arc over may occur Also if your light unit or power supply malfunc tions or the power cord or the internal wiring in the studio is improperly terminated or defective there is a chance of arc over when connecting or disconnecting light units Severe power s
22. ided by the set up you are using check pages 25 and 26 and the Power Distribution Chart on the side of your power supply Connect AC power cord into Power Input on power supply then plug into a properly grounded outlet Use proper 3 conductor grounded cord for operator safety and to reduce self firing and misfiring caused by static electricity Set Full Half 1 4 switch as desired Full Half switch on D604 This switch reduces the total output of the power supply Do not switch the Full Half 1 4 switch until ready light is illuminated Failure to follow this procedure may result in damage to the switch Plug sync connector into Syne socket and connect the other end to PC cord for camera Once the camera is connected tripping the shutter will automatically trigger the flash A slave tripper Speedotron 23510 may be inserted into the Sync socket in place of the PC cord In this mode of operation the slave will activate the power supply when it senses a bright flash of light from another light source If the power supply fails to flash when exposed to another light source with the slave installed in the sync socket it may be necessary to remove the slave rotate it 180 and reinstall it into the Sync socket New MW9H flashtubes supplied with M11 light units handle up to 1200Ws The MW9M flashtubes have a maximum capacity of 1000Ws 7 Turn on Power and Model switches Wait until the green Ready Push to Flash illumi nates and press to check i
23. ld up of static electricity This is done by touching any unpainted metal part of the power supply with the unpainted part of the camera or better still with the outer shell or the grounded part of the sync cable with all sync cords attached If the unit flashes the plug on the sync cable should be reversed and then marked for future reference Test fire the camera after reversing the sync extension cable PC to power supply If the unit still does not fire reverse the PC to camera connection and try again The trigger current is very low and is measured in microamperes so it is impossible to even feel any shock when touching these contacts Occasional failure of all light units to flash Check sync cable and light unit cable connections Make sure that the Ready indicator is illuminated before attempting to fire unit Occasional failure of one light unit only Check light unit cable connection Inspect the cable Check flash tube Make sure that the Ready Push to Flash indicator is illuminated before attempting to fire unit Reduced light output Check to see if Full Half Low or Full Half 1 4 switch is in right position Check flash tube check power supply by comparing to similar pack with same light units if possible Flash tube glows after firing afterglow will not flash again until glow is gone If confined to one light unit check flash tube by substitution If it continues or all heads afterglow power supply is at fault If this is
24. light unit outlets 4 Recycle time watt seconds seconds to 85 voltage ANSI standard 600 2 3 300 1 3 Flashiduration 1 590 sec 1 7 milliseconds at full power w one M110 light unit measured 1 2 to 1 2 peak as per ANSI PH3 40 Maximum power into one light unit 600Ws Minimum power into one light unit 225Ws Minimum power per light with 4 light units 22 5Ws Power input requirements 105 120VAC 50 60Hz 10 amps peak SIZES cep vie tete red e 5 9 x 9 1 foot print x 5 9 case height Weight iioc ke eec eret hee 11 2 lbs System 900V Trigger voltage 2c RR 70V Trigger current 0 000043A 43 micro amps Guide number 250 D1204 Power Supply Maximum power 1200Ws Number of light unit outlets 4 Recycle time watt seconds seconds to 85 voltage ANSI standard 1200 4 1 600 2 0 300 1 0 Flashi duration 1 370 sec 2 7 milliseconds at full power w one M110 light unit measured 1 2 to 1 2 peak as per ANSI PH3 40 Maximum power into one light unit 1200Ws Minimum power into one light unit 225Ws Minimum power per light with 4 light units 22 5Ws Power input requirements 105 120VAC 50 60Hz 10 amps peak pa pM EE 5 9 x 9 1 foot print x 7 9 case height Weight eese Rv eene dase 14
25. lights Symmetrical mode all outlets share an equal amount of power Two lights each receive 400Ws 800Ws divided by 2 Asymmetrical mode Combination 1 one light in outlet 1 or 2 receives 400W the second light in outlet 3 or 4 receives 200Ws Combination 2 in outlets 1 and 2 receive 400Ws each Combination 3 in outlets 3 and 4 will receive 200Ws each Following the table will quickly illustrate other combinations that are possible with up to four light units on the D802B 17 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D402 Power Supply Maximum power 400Ws Number of light unit outlets 4 Recycle time watt seconds seconds to 85 voltage ANSI standard 400 1 75 200 0 9 Flash duration nb ehh ERE 1 1200 sec 8 milliseconds at full power w one 11 light unit measured 1 2 to 1 2 peak as per ANSI PH3 40 Maximum power into one light 400Ws Minimum power into one light unit 150Ws Minimum power per light with 4 light units 15Ws Power input requirements 105 120VAC 50 60Hz 10 amps peak n PECES 5 5 x 7 9 foot print x 7 2 case height Weight o eerte RR 11 5 Ibs System voltage 900V Trigger voltage 70V Trigger current x csse 0 000043A 43 micro amps Guide number 270 at ISO 100 w M110 fitted 11 1 2 reflector measured at 10 feet on axis with
26. mmetrical Any socket s 1or2 3or4 200 1 Light 200Ws 150 One light Symmetrical mode in any outlet will receive 200Ws Asymmetrical mode outlet 1 will receive 200Ws outlet 2 outputs 150Ws Two lights Symmetrical mode both outlets share an equal amount of power Two lights each receive 100Ws 200Ws divided by 2 Asymmetrical mode light in outlet 1 receives 100Ws the light in outlet 2 receives 50Ws Following the table will quickly illustrate other combinations that are possible with up to four light units on the D202 BROWN LINE LIGHT UNITS General Instructions and Information The Speedotron Brown Line light units described here may be used with any Speedotron Brown Line power supply using the five pin MS outlet All light units are supplied with a 20 wired in cable Unpack and examine all equipment carefully Should you notice any breakage or defect notify your dealer and the carrier if it was shipped to you immediately The flash tube s and model lamp s are packed in their original cartons This affords sufficient protection and reduces the incidence of breakage during shipping Make sure all packing materials are removed before using This includes the pipe cleaners used as packing material inside some flash tubes Install flash tubes first Always handle lamps and flash tubes with care Because they can break if put under stress handle them cautiously Don t touch glass surfaces with your bare hands If y
27. n installing flash tubes and model lamps be sure that the unit is disconnected from the power supply To assemble first insert the flash tube according to the General Instructions then insert the model lamp using the packing material to hold the lamp The 150W candelabra base model lamp inserts into the reflector mounted socket Align the locking pins to the model lamp socket and use gentle pressure to insert and gently twist the lamp 1 4 turn The flash tubes are the MW3 for MW3U MW3C for MW3U CC MW3O for MW3UQ and MW3QC for MW3UQ CC Again follow the General Instructions to attach the light unit to the power supply The light units accept accessories listed below including barn doors It is recommended that snoots not be used with the MW3U series because of heat from the model lamp M90 M90 CC 900 and M90Q CC The M90 series light units share a common base but are differentiated by the type of flash tube each contains They feature 8 1 2 fixed reflector light units for use with umbrellas or as key and fill lights When installing flash tubes and model lamps be sure that the unit is disconnected from the power supply To assemble first insert the flash tube according to the General Instructions then insert the model lamps using the packing material to hold the lamps The three 25W model lamps insert into the reflector mounted sockets around the flash tube Align the locking pins to the model lamp sockets and use gentle pressure
28. nsult your dealer regarding authorized service in your area or return the equipment to Speedotron When you are not using your equipment it is recommended that you store it in a dry place Equipment should be charged up and flashed a few times at least once a month This will keep your equipment in top working condition for many years With your light unit disconnected occasionally clean the interior surface of the reflector Carefully remove the flash tube and clean the glass cover Only in this way will you conserve a consistent color temperature and light output Dirt and dust deposits on the tube and reflector act like a filter to alter color Never handle the quartz halogen model lamps with your bare hands Use tissue or packing materials when installing and removing The natural oils from your skin may cause the glass surface to heat unevenly and cause early failure When removing these lamps allow sufficient cooling time before touching To extend their life the model lamp circuit should be turned off after set up and focusing 20 TROUBLE SHOOTING System will not work at all no flash Check that sync cable AC power cord and light unit cables are firmly and properly attached Check that the flash tube is firmly seated Check that Power switch is on With metal camera bodies you may be required to polarize the camera sync cable and the power supply sync extension in order to avoid possible misfires resulting from a bui
29. o check the function of each individual light unit we recommend that you turn off the Model switch and hold your hand in front of not inside the light unit to be tested When you fire the unit you will feel the heat of the flash This method is suggested because it is often difficult to determine by sight if one of the lights has failed to flash When disassembling the system or changing the position of a light unit connector in any outlet it is a good habit to set the Full Half switch to full first then turn off Model and Power switches prior to disconnecting light units If this procedure is not followed allow 10 seconds between turning the Power switch off and adjusting the Full Half switch DO NOT immediately switch to full power Damage to the switch may result The D402 and D802B power supplies will flash their light units when turned off Placing the Full Half switch on the D402 and D802B into the full position before turning off Power will ensure that all capacitors are discharged POWER DISTRIBUTION TABLES On the side of the D202 D402 and D802B power supplies there is a Power Distribution Table based on the full power setting These tables should be used as guides for deter mining various lighting possibilities guide numbers and exposures when using consistent flash tubes and reflectors When different flash tubes and or reflectors are used actual light output will vary producing as much as a full f stop discrepancy with the table
30. operation may be resumed If the power supply is not turned off the alarm will not clear When the power supply has been exposed to extreme cold weather for an extended period of time it is suggested that the unit be allowed to warm up to room temperature before connecting it to an AC power line When disassembling the system turn off Power and Model switches first When the Power switch is turned off the power supply will discharge by flashing all light units Placing the Full Half 1 4 switch into the full position before turning off Power will ensure that all capacitors are discharged If the power supply should be inadvertently switched off at a lower power setting DO NOT immediately switch to full power Damage to the switch may result Wait at least 10 seconds before operating the Full Half 1 4 switch Unplug the power cord and disconnect the light head cable s POWER DISTRIBUTION TABLES On the side of the D604 D1204 and D1604 power supplies there is a Power Distribution Table based on the full power setting These tables should be used as guides for deter mining various lighting possibilities guide numbers and exposures when using consistent flash tubes and reflectors When different flash tubes and or reflectors are used actual light output will vary producing as much as a full f stop discrepancy with the table Brown Line 04 power supplies feature symmetrical and asymmetrical operation Symmetrical output means all light uni
31. our fingers come in contact with the glass of the model lamp wipe off carefully with alcohol When removing or replacing lamps and tubes always disconnect light units from power supply Allow lamps to cool before handling For instructions on how to insert model lamps into specific units see the unit descriptions on the following pages Flash tubes must be inserted into the sockets all the way Flash tube pins must align with the flash tube socket to be inserted Apply gentle pressure A slight rocking motion may be necessary when installing larger flash tubes New flash tubes and sockets fit very tightly Be sure all flash tubes and model lamps are fully seated into light unit sockets It is important to observe the maximum watt seconds rating of these light units Never subject a flash tube to more watt seconds than it is designed to handle MW3 and M90 series non Q light units have a maximum rating of 400Ws while versions are rated at 1200Ws M11 light units are rated at 1200Ws with new MW9H flashtubes and M11Q light units are rated at 2400Ws We strongly recommend that at least one light unit in your system should be capable of handling the maximum output of your power supply If you are not sure that the flash tube in your light unit can handle the power provided by the set up you are using check the following pages and the Power Distribution Chart on the side of your power supply Failure to observe this precaution could drast
32. paid The period of warranty is two years from the date of original purchase Flash tubes which are warrantied by independent manufactur ers are covered for a period of one year only and the length of manufacturer warranties on model ing lamps varies The manufacturers warranties covering flash tubes and modeling lamps are for defective merchandise only and do not cover tubes that are cracked or broken The Speedotron two year warranty does not apply to equipment which has been abused cracked or broken in shipping resold or rented without written permission from Speedotron Corporation which has the serial number removed or defaced which has been modified or repaired by an unau thorized person or which has been purchased from any source other than an authorized Speedotron dealer A copy of the original sales receipt from an authorized Speedotron dealer is required at the time of warranty service Speedotron shall not be liable for any injury loss or damage direct or consequential arising from the use or inability to use the product Prior to use the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the product for the intended use and assume all risks and liabilities The obligation of Speedotron Corporation is limited to repair or replacement only and no one is authorized to assume any obligation not in accordance with the above Do not attempt to make repairs to your Speedotron equipment All electronic flash systems operate on high vol
33. rid reflector 20 50 for M11 series light units 24236 grid reflector 22 for M11 series light units 24219 reflector 7 for M11 series light units 14221 reflector for snoots 7 black 14209 snoot for 7 reflector 2 5 opening Barn doors 14217 barn doors for 7 reflectors 2 leaf 14540 barn doors for 11 5 reflectors 2 leaf 14542 doors for 16 reflectors 2 leaf 24215 NEW 4 way barn door system for 7 reflector 24501 NEW Cookaloris for 4 way system 24502 NEW Diffused Glass filter for 4 way system 24503 NEW Half Scrim for 4 way system 24504 NEW Graduated Scrim for 4 way system 24505 NEW Full Scrim for 4 way system Diffusers 24511 NEW Lightsox diffuser for 11 reflector 24512 NEW Lightsox diffuser for 20 16 reflector 24510 NEW Lightsox diffuser for 22 reflector 25525 diffuser 7 mylar clip on 25527 diffuser 11 5 mylar clip on 25528 diffuser 16 mylar clip on 25529 diffuser 20 mylar clip on Gel holders 25212 gelholder 7 25214 gel holder 11 5 25215 gel holder 16 25216 gel holder 20 Grids for M11 amp M11Q 14611 grid 7 3 14612 grid 7 10 14613 grid 7 20 14614 grid 7 30 14615 grid 7 40 14619 grids set of four 7 10 20 30 40 14601 grid 11 5 10 14602 grid 11 5 20 14603 grid 11 5 35 14608 grids set of two 11 5 20 amp 35 14621 grid 16 20 14625 grid 20 20 14630 grid 22 27 GENE
34. se it is often difficult to determine by sight if one of the lights has failed to flash The D202 has symmetrical and asymmetrical power distribution The two light units are connected in parallel when the symmetrical asymmetrical switch is in the symmetrical position With the switch in the asymmetrical position power will be distributed as shown by the power distribution table on the next page or on the side of the power pack 20 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D202 Power Supply Maximum power 200Ws Number of light unit outlets 2 Recycle time watt seconds seconds to 85 voltage ANSI standard 200 3 25 Flash GQurationy 1 1200 sec 85 milliseconds at full power w one M110 light unit measured 1 2 to 1 2 peak as per ANSI PH3 40 Maximum power into one light unit 200Ws Minimum power into one light unit 150Ws Minimum power per light with 2 light units 50Ws Power input requirements 105 120VAC 50 60Hz 4 amps peak UVP eR PIS 4 4 x 6 5 foot print x 6 2 case height Weight iint eet HERI rete ie toes 6 5 lbs System 900V Trigger voltage ier eR tret 70V Trigger current 0 000043A 43 micro amps Guide number 190 at ISO 100 w M110O fitted with 11 1 2 reflector measured at 10 feet on axis with MW9QC flash tube D202 Power Distribution Table Asy
35. tage and high power There is a high risk of severe electrical shock when opening a power supply or light unit Leave service to qualified and authorized electrical service personnel Authorized service personnel are familiar with the procedure to fully discharge a live unit flashing the unit is not enough to drain stored power even when the unit is unplugged Repairs by unautho rized service personnel or by the user will void the Speedotron warranty Although we do have several service stations we encourage you to send all repairs under warranty or otherwise to our factory to ensure the best possible service Not only will your unit be properly repaired but it will be given a routine updating of all circuitry that has been revised since your unit was manufactured Should service be necessary under this warranty return the item to us prepaid we do not accept collect shipments We in turn will expedite repairs and return the item to you prepaid via whatev er means of transportation you used to ship it to us applies to continental U S A only This warranty is not valid unless you fill out and return your warranty registration card Equipment should be registered within 10 days of purchase Speedotron Corporation 310 South Racine Avenue Chicago Illinois 60607 312 421 4050 Fax 312 421 5079 1997 Speedotron Corporation
36. to insert and gently twist the lamp 1 4 turn The flash tubes are the MW3 for M90 MW3C for M90 CC MW3Q for M90Q and MW3OC for M90Q CC Again follow the General Instructions to attach the light unit to the power supply The light units accept several accessories listed below including snoots barn doors and diffusers 24 Technical Specifications Maximum power MW3 for MW3R MW3U M90 400Ws MW3C for MW3R CC MW3U CC M90 CC 400Ws MW30Q for MW3UQ0 M90Q 1200Ws MW3QC for MW3UQ CC M90Q CC 1200Ws Flash duration MW3 and MW3C abt400 WS mo st ba Rari ee eite Pete eos 1 830 sec at 200WsS ex eee e de etc 1 1300 sec Flash duration MW3Q and MW3QC at 1200WS isa LR eX eas 1 500 sec at BOOW Dt a 1 600 sec AtiOOOWS eR ew wad es 1 830 sec at400Ws Losses kh Les Was oe 1 1200 sec Flash tube standard MW3 900V 400Ws Flash tube 5500 K color corrected MW3C 900V 400Ws Flash tube quartz standard MW30 900V 1200Ws Flash tube quartz 5500 K color corrected MW3C 900V 1200Ws Model lamp MW3Rseries 60W candelabra base series iere Re REPRE IRR 150W quartz halogen 90 5 vaccine ceca bee Od Three 25W locking base ACCESSORIES FOR LIGHT UNITS WITH FIXED REFLECTORS 14218 barn doors
37. ts share equal output To determine power levels divide the maximum output by the number of light units to be used In asymmetrical mode outlets 1 and 2 receive a greater portion of the total output than outlets 3 and 4 For specific power distribution refer to the charts below for the number and configura tion of the lights to be used D604 Power Distribution Table in Hi Divide watt seconds by 2 when using half power One light Symmetrical mode in any outlet will receive 600Ws Asymmetrical mode in outlets 1 or 2 will receive 600Ws when using outlets 3 or 4 output is 450Ws Two lights Symmetrical mode all outlets share an equal amount of power Two lights each receive 300Ws 600Ws divided by 2 Asymmetrical mode Combination 1 one light in outlet 1 or 2 receives 300Ws the second light in outlet 3 or 4 receives 150Ws Combination 2 in outlets 1 and 2 receive 300Ws each Combination 3 in outlets 3 and 4 will receive 150Ws each Following the table will quickly illustrate other combinations that are possible with up to four light units on the D604 D1204 Power Distribution Table 2 Lights 1 1 3 Lights m 4 Lights 4 4 1 1 Divide Watt seconds by 2 when using half power Divide Watt seconds by 4 when using quarter power One light Symmetrical mode in any outlet will receive 1200Ws Asymmetrical mode in outlets 1 or 2 will receive 1200Ws when using outlets 3 or 4 output is 900Ws
38. ually and the model lamp brightness flash tube output of a light in outlet 2 is reduced Ready Push to Flash a combination ready light and test flash button Illuminates to indicate when power supply has recycled to 85 Pressing the button when illuminated triggers the flash for testing or open flash applications Sync socket for sync extension or slave Circuit Breaker Reset resets circuit breaker Circuit breaker disables power supply in case of malfunction Does not affect model lamp circuit Light Unit Outlets 2 sockets for connecting one or two light units to power supply 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Make sure that the Model and Power switches are in the off position and the Push to Reset button is fully depressed into its socket Connect light head cable s to the Light Unit Outlet s on the power supply The outlets are wired in parallel so it does not mat ter in what sequence light head cables are connected Never connect or disconnect light units while power is on Do not insert or remove flash tubes while power is on Your Brown Line power supply is equipped with arc pro tection but should your light unit or power supply malfunction or the power cord or even the internal wiring in the studio be improperly terminated or defective the chance of arc over when connecting or disconnecting light units is greatly increased Severe power supply damage and operator injury may result if arc over occurs when light units ar
39. ug is utilized on Brown Line power supplies For maximum performance and safety it is strongly suggested that the 3 terminal cord supplied with the power supply be properly utilized and properly terminated at the main source of incoming power Always use a three wire ground power cord and a properly grounded wall outlet with all Speedotron power supplies Failure to do so may cause the power supply to intermittently misfire We do not recommend using an adapter and installing into a 2 blade outlet Once the light units are properly assembled and installed the power cord is installed and the sync extension is connected turn the Power switch on Now refer to the Operating Instructions section of this manual for information regarding the proper use of your particular power supply Never attempt to make repairs to your Speedotron equipment All electronic flash systems operate on high voltage and high power It is very dangerous to open a power supply Ready Push to flash button Power on LED Hi temp LED Power Model Full Half Quarter o d Symmetrical Asymmetrical Power Madel Symmetrical 8 220 D1604 v Pwr _Hi Temp OFF _ 1 2 4 a High voltage Cover should not be removed Sync Do not connect or disconnect light units hile ife n T Push reset Light unit outlets Sync Audible recycle GENERAL DESCRIPTIO
40. upply damage and operator injury may result if arc over occurs That is why in spite of the arc protection feature of Speedotron units you should always make sure Power is off when connecting or disconnecting light units All Brown Line light units fit on top of 5 8 light stands MW3U and MW3UCC accept umbrellas with shafts up to 3 8 MW3R and MW3RCC light units include an adaptor to fit onto 3 8 light stands Turn on power supply wait for Ready light then press Push to Flash button to verify proper operation The model lamp may be turned on or off by the switch located on the top of the light unit assembly insure that the Model switch at power supply is on For maximum performance and life the model lamp should be used only when necessary and turned off after initial set up or focusing is done Although convection cooling is more than ample for normal usage turning off the model lamp will eliminate heat and enable the light unit to run cooler extending the life of all components After extended use or after transporting your system inspect flash tubes for cracks and any unusual darkening arc over around the tube sockets If cracks or darkening are noted the flash tube is most likely near the end of its duty cycle Cracked tubes will probably misfire The normal duty cycle is 100 000 flashes for the majority of Speedotron Brown Line flash tubes Be sure replacement flash tubes are designed for the watt second output requirements o
41. utlets Push to reset DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Power turns power supply on and off flashes units when turning off D802 or D402 Model turns model lamp s on and off Symmetrical Asymmetrical controls power distribution In the symmetrical position power is split equally between all lights In the asymmetrical position power is distributed unequally and model lamp brightness on light units in outlets 3 and 4 is reduced Full Half controls amount of power delivered to light unit outlets Ready Push to Flash a combination ready light and test flash button Illuminates to indicate when power supply has recycled to 85 Pressing the button when illuminated triggers the flash for testing or open flash applications Sync socket for sync extension or slave Push to Reset resets circuit breaker Circuit breaker disables power supply in case of malfunction Power Input socket for AC power cord Light Unit Outlets 4 sockets for connecting from to four light units to power supply 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation of Brown Line power supplies is simple and straight forward It is suggest ed that this sequence of operation be utilized for maximum life and dependability Make sure that the Model and Power switches are in the off position and the Push to Reset buttons are fully depressed into their sockets Connect light head cable s to the Light Unit Outlet s on the power supply The outlets are
42. w are based on exposure from one light only on axis with an exposure index of ISO 100 in feet The information supplied in the chart bellow is most accurate for use in small light colored rooms For large or dark colored rooms it may be necessary to open the lens 1 2 f stop For rooms which are both large and dark colored it may be necessary to open up as much as one full f stop Guide Numbers at ISO 100 feet Ws per flash tube M90 M90 w flood adapter M11 w 7 reflector M11 w 11 reflector Flash duration is measured from 1 2 peak light output to 1 2 light peak output as illustrated below Peak 1 2 0 flash duration Light will continue to be produced for about five times the flash duration but will add little to the exposure This will not affect action stopping abilities for most normal contrast subjects M11 w 16 reflector M11 w 20 reflector MW3U w o umbrella 100Ws 123 80 68 135 200Ws 175 115 95 190 400Ws 245 160 135 270 800Ws 320 220 190 380 1200Ws 385 265 230 455 1600Ws 270 540 use quartz flash tube only 30 105 113 95 150 160 135 210 225 190 295 320 255 355 380 305 420 450 31 SPEEDOTRON S LIMITED WARRANTY Speedotron guarantees to repair or replace free of charge any part or parts except for flash tubes and modeling lamps found by factory inspection to be defective due to faulty material or workman ship provided the equipment is returned to our factory pre
43. wired in parallel so it does not matter in what sequence light head cables are connected Never connect or disconnect light units while power is on Do not insert or remove flash tubes while power is on Your Brown Line power supply is equipped with arc protection but should your light unit or power supply malfunction or the power cord or even the internal wiring in the studio be improperly terminated or defective the chance of arc over when connecting or disconnecting light units is greatly increased Severe power supply damage and operator injury may result if arc over occurs when light units are being disconnected or connected To prevent this you should always turn the power supply off when disconnecting or connecting light heads Never subject a flash tube to more watt seconds than it is designed to handle MW3 and M90 series non O light units have a maximum rating of 400Ws while Q ver sions are rated at 1200Ws M11 light units are rated at 1200Ws with new MW9H flashtube and M110 light units are rated at 2400Ws We strongly recommend that at least one light unit in your system is capable of handling the maximum output of your power supply If you are not sure if your flash tube and light unit can handle the power provided by the set up you are using check pages 25 and 26 and the Power Distribution Chart on the side of your power supply Connect AC power cord into Power Input on power supply then plug into a properly grounded
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