Elinca BX 100 User's Manual
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1. DEM elinca sa switzerland www elinchrom com Operating Manual N BE Style BX 100 400 English Elinca S A Style BX 01 01 2007 ENG 73286 Printed in Switzerland a C 90 260V Table of contents O Introduction 2 Declaration of conformity disposal and recycling CE marking 3 Safety notice and precaution 4 Operating instructions 5 Control Panel 6 Switch and Fuse 7 Modelling Light 8 Digital power display Photo cell 9 Synchronisation Wireless Remote control and flash triggering 10 Acoustic signal 10 Troubleshooting 7 10 Flashtube replacement 11 DVD The beginner s guide to light 11 Technical Data 12 Elinchrom Accessories 13 Guarantee 14 P S Technical data subject to change The listed values are guide values which may vary due to tolerances in components used Introduction 2o NNNM The Elinchrom Style BX is manufactured by Elinca S A CH 1020 Renens Switzerland Dear Photographer Thank you for buying your Style BX compact flash unit All Elinchrom products are manufactured using the most advanced technology Carefully selected components are used to ensure the highest quality and the equipment is submitted to many controls both during and after manufacture We trust that it will give you many years of reliable service All Style BX flash units are manufactured for the studio and location use of professional photogra phers Only by observance of the information given can you secure you2. 13 GUARANTEE Jo CHNEEEEKEEEESEN This ELINCHROM product will be repaired free of charge by the vending agent if during a period of 24 months from date of purchase its working order is impaired through a manufacturing or material defect The faulty product should be immediately sent to the authorized dealer or ELINCA agent This guarantee is not valid for equipment which has been misused dismantled modified or repaired by persons not belonging to the ELINCA distribution network Tt does not cover flash tubes lamps and the normal ageing of capacitors No responsibilities can be accepted for damage resulting from unsatisfactory operation of the equipment such as wasted film or other expenses Please register your Elinchrom product online under www elinchrom com Downloads Product Registration In case you cannot register your Elinchrom unit via internet please fill in the Guarantee card and post it to Elinca ee Please return this registratioin card directly to elinca sa Diese Registrierkarte bitte direkt zur cksenden an P O Box 458 Veuillez retourner cette carte d enregistrement directement Avenue de Longemalle 11 Vi preghiamo di far pervenire questa cartolina di iscrizione direttamente a CH 1020 Renens Por favor envie esta carta de registro directamente Switzerland Elinchr
3. Mains socket Modelling fuse Mains fuse 2 Only tempered Mains switch Modelling Light O M The touch pad 14 controls the modelling lamp on off and the proportional light Select the power with the touch pad 15 The modelling light output 100 is achieved when the power value is set to maximum Proportional modelling lamp is set when the position PROP is selected led is illuminated the light output is proportional to the selected flash power For all types of Style BX compact flash units use only 250 W MAX lamps Modelling lamps and fuse for 90 140V Unit Modelling lamp Code Socket Fuse Code Style 100BX 150W halostar 23019 E27 4AF 19035 Style 400BX 150W halostar 23019 E27 AAF 19035 Option 150W halogen 23031 GX 6 35 4AF 19035 Option 200W halogen 23033 GX 6 35 4AF 19035 Modelling light for mains voltage 190 260V Use 150W 240V halostar code 23035 or 200W 240V halogen GX 6 35 code 23034 If the modelling lamp does not illuminate this may be due to the following 1 The filament is broken after long use replace lamp and fuse 2 The filament is broken after shock replace lamp and fuse 3 An internal component failure return the unit to customer service Action required This lamp socket adapter E27 to GX 6 35 code 23101 allows the use of the halogen lamp 300W GX 6 35 code 23022 for Style 100 and 400 BX units s U Digital power display o The actual flash power is displayed in a f stop
4. Mains Switch The switch should light up when the compact is switched on I position Switch off before removing the mains cord Troubleshooting If the on off switch 3 is ON T position but not illuminated switch off the unit and check the mains fuse 2 If failed replace with the correct fuse and switch ON the unit This unit is protected by a thermal circuit breaker to avoid overheating Should this occur the unit turns off automatically and cannot be fired After a break for cooling the flash will be ready again for operation See page 11 Troubleshooting This equipment is not user serviceable and contains high voltages which are dangerous In the event of failure please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service station Mains Fuse Standard type 5 x 20 mm use only tempered fuse 8 AT code 19022 for Style 100BX and Style 400BX Note Before exchanging a blown fuse switch off the unit and remove mains cable Depress and turn the fuse holder anti clockwise 1 8th turn and remove it If the new fuse blows immediately upon reconnection return the unit to an ELINCHROM service centre for a check up N B Please don t forget to check the correct rating of the fuse Fuse for modelling light Fast type 5 x 20mm 4 AF Switch off the unit and replace the blown fuse with a new one of the correct rating The fastblow fuse will protect the triac of the modelling lamp circuit the lamp and therefore the flash tube
5. and on the user is encouraged to correct the interferences by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipement and receiver Connect the equipement into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help ELINCA S A is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorised modifications of this equipement or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipement other than those specified by ELINCA S A The correction of interference caused by such unauthorised modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Declaration of conformity i This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Product name Professional Studio Flash unit Trade name ELINCHROM Model number s Style BX 100 400 Name of responsible party Elinca S A Av De Longemalle 11 1020 Renens Switzerland Phone 41 21 637 26 77 Fax 41 21 637 26 81 We ELINCA S A hereby declare that the equipement bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested c
6. In remote control e Mains inlet socket and two fuses Mains and modelling e Locking bayonet ring for accessory and reflector fitting e Tilthead whit 5 8 inch stand socket e Thermal safety e User replaceable flashtube UV coated 5650 K e Halogen modelling lamp 150W with E27 fitting or optional alternative 200W GX6 35 with adaptator code 23101 e Silent fan cooling e Auto dumping function Automatic discharge of flash power e Central umbrella tube plus external fitting e Acoustic recharging signal e Mains cable e Synchro cord of 5m jack 3 5mm plug e Protective cover e Total compatibility with all Elinchrom accessories e Very fast recycling time e Very short flash duration Technical data l 100BX 400BX Flash power J Ws 100 400 Power supply V 90 260 90 260 F stop 1m 100 ISO with reflector 489 32 5 64 5 Control range J Ws 5 100 25 400 Recycling time 230 V S 0 2 0 5 0 3 1 1 Flash duration t 0 5 1 1 S 1 1700 1 850 t 0 5 1 16 S 1 1150 1 450 Modelling output W 150 150 Voltage across sync cable V 5 5 Connected load A VA W 8 2080 8 2080 Radio interference suppressiv CE IEC 491 EN 60 555 EN 61 000 4 2 3 4 5 Dimension length x diam cm 21x14 21x14 Weight kg 1 55 1 9 Tolerances and specifications conforming to IEC and CE standards Technical data subject to change without notice 12 Elinchrom Accessories Reflectors Grids Filters Lightbanks ROTALUX Umbrellas Spots Stands Ba
7. and cannot be fired any more After a break for cooling the flash is ready again for operation e f after several minutes of break for cooling the ready signal 6 is not lit the cause could be a component failure However high voltage may remain on the capacitor Circuits gt DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT In this case please send the unit to an authorised Elincrom station 10 Flashtube replacement O M If the unit does not flash but the ON OFF switch indicates that there is power it could be that the flash tube needs replacing Note Flash tubes Swiss quality have a long life with average use but multiflashing in long sequences can cause overheating of the electrodes leading to premature ageing or perhaps the flastube is broken or cracked To replace the flash tube Switch off the mains switch Remove the mains cable Take the unit from its stand or lay it horizontally on a rigid surface It will need to be held firmly whilst removing and replacing the tube MIT 4 Allow the flash tube and modelling lamp to cool Stand v l for several minutes They may be very hot Plug U 5 Carefully remove and store the modelling lamp code 24029 6 Put on the protective glove delivered with your flash tube and remove A first the security spring trigger B the flash tube by firmly pulling it away from the unit If the tube is broken avoid cutting yourself and the glove If the only part to grip is the electrode
8. compatible format The power range is 5 f stops The digital display provides continuous power indication of the flash and modelling lamp The controls cover a continuous output range from full power 1 1 to 1 16th in 1 10th f stop intervals During charging or discharging the display flashes In case of overheating or malfunction the display shows ER for error Note The Style 100BX 400BX units have an integrated discharge system protected by a thermic switch To avoid overheating lower power settings of more than 2f stop can be discharged manually by releasing the flash with the Test touch button Photocell U The photocell is actived when the green LED on the touch pad 9 is illuminated When switched ON the unit can be remotely triggered by another flash unit The Style BX photocell is specially designed to work under ambiant light conditions in your studio Direct light or other strong light sources may reduce the sensitivity of the cell In difficult situations e g blinding sunlight or obstacles the additional cell with 5 m cord extensions available solves most problems Power display Photocell receptor 10 Modellling Test and ready light controls Cordless flash control NNNM EL Skyport triggers flashes without sync cords over a distance of approximately 100 m Further detailed information please find under www elinchrom com Products RX Multi Remote TU Transmitter Un
9. e g a totally smashed tube withdraw using insulated pliers or pincers Se There is a full discharge security circuit fitted but N s ES WN e if the unit has had a heavy fall internal damage correctly aligned disconnecting a circuit could possibly happen N 7 Take the new flash tube code 24029 for Style 100 BX 400 BX A glove or plastic protection MUST BE USED contact with your fingers on the glas will cause dark markings on the tube when it is used Nl 8 Check that the tube is correctly aligned central and that the trigger contact is gripping i the tube refix the security spring 9 Re connect and test the unit as usual Training with Elinchrom lighting The Beginner s Guide To Light 72404 Only in English available Your DVD Guide to better pictures show how easy studio photography can be Learn about flash units and why studio flash is just the better light source for portrait and universal photography Set ting up and controlling flash lights and how to use umbrellas softboxes snoots and grids Have a look and enjoy the passion of photography Presented by Chris Burfoot The Beginners Guide To Light be a m EVERETTE N F I ED envi Burfoot won MESE 11 Features O M e Mains switch e Controls for modelling on off cell on off acoustic signal on off e Flash and modelling power control e X synchro jack socket 3 5 mm e Socket for Plug
10. ety notice M According to safety regulations we draw your attention to the fact that these electronic flash units are not designed for use outdoors in damp or dusty conditions and should not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes causing condensation They must always be connected to an earthed grounded mains supply On no account should any object be inserted into the ventilation holes The units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though disconnected from the power supply e Do not use in restricted areas like hospitals etc e Do not use in explosive environnements Flash Tubes and Modelling lamps e Flash tubes and modelling lamps in use are very hot e Never touch a flash tube or lamp before the unit cooled down and is disconnected from the mains min 30mn e Do not fire flashes from short distance less than 1m directed to a person and avoid looking directly into the flashlight e Keep min 1m distance to flammable materials e Keep generally distance to operating units Transport e Transport the flash unit with care and only in its original packaging or another corresponding packaging fit to protect it against knocks and jolts e Transport only in complete discharged conditions Wait a minimum 30 minutes after removing from mains supply before packaging and transportation e Never drop the flash unit danger of glass breakage Power cable To guarantee safe opera
11. gs Case Trigger accessories Synchro cords Modelling lamps 90 140V Modelling lamps 190 260V Wide angle 16 cm 90 Compact 18 cm 60 Standard 21 cm 509 Mini Soft 44 cm silver Mini Soft 44 cm white Snoot amp Grid Grid for snoot Grid set for reflector 18 cm Grid set for 21 cm Set of 10 color mixed filters for 21 cm x 21 cm Polarizing filter 21 cm Square 70 x70 cm Square 100 x100 cm Strip 95 x 35 cm Rectangular 130 x 50 cm Octagonal 100 cm Octagonal 135 cm White diam 85 cm Silver diam 83 cm Translucent diam 85 cm Zoom Spot 18 36 Mini Spot Stand 85 235cm Stand Master 109 385 cm Carrying bag for 2 mono compatcs Carrying bag for 2 stands 2 umbrellas Carrying case for 3 mono compatcs IR flash remote Universal Set 1x Transmitter 1x Universal Receiver and cables Synchro cable 5 m length cam ra to flash units jack 3 5 mm Quartz Halogen Socket E27 150 W Quartz Halogen Quartz Halogen Kypton photo Quartz Halogen Quartz Halogen GX 6 35 150 W GX 6 35 200W Socket E27 100W Socket E27 150 W GX 6 35 200 W code 26143 26144 26141 26166 26168 26061 26427 26135 26051 26243 26244 26178 26179 26180 26181 26183 26184 26372 26350 26371 26481 26420 30101 30149B 33197 33220 33209 40203 19360 11084 23019 23031 23033 23002 23035 23034
12. iversal receiver Sychronisation socket 6 The standard socket 3 5 mm mini jack 6 Oo N B Do not link ELINCHROM units by cable to other manufacturers sync Sync outlets ELINCHROM uses the low voltage 5 V for security reasons Open flash test Having pressed the touch pad to release a flash the green READY light will Test and Ready appear again once the unit is recharged If the green light does not appear the charge system could be defective Please contact and send to an authorized Elinchrom service Audible recharge signal Beep 8 Select the function with the touch pad 8 the green indicator appears Once recycled an acoustic signal indicates that the compact unit is ready Troubleshooting 1 The mains switch 3 is ON I position but not light up e Switch OFF the unit and change the mains fuse 2 e Use only time lag fuse 16 AT corresponding to the Style RX model 2 The switch 3 is lit the open flash ready is lighting up but does not function e The flashtube in the flashhead may be faulty see page 11 e If replacing the flashtube does not solve the problem the cause could be a component failure gt please return the unit to an authorised Elinchrom service 3 The ON OFF switch 3 is lit but the open flash signal 6 is not lit e Temporary break for overheating caused by fast flash sequences or ventilation slots obturated e Fan cooling defective gt the unit turns off automatically
13. lamp voltage is correct 2 Check that the mains switch 3 is in the OFF O position 3 Insert mains cable to the MAINS INLET 1 and connect to a FULLY EARTHED OUTLET 4 Using the mains SWITCH 3 and switch the unit ON T position 5 Connect the synchro cord on the socket 6 6 Select the power with the touch pad 11 12 handle A locking ring B protective cover 26124 tilthead with locking umbrella holder Control Panel 13 14 15 18 e 4 o i 3 i 10 er ur ev B 6 3 21 19 17 20 Overview of controls 1 Mains inlet socket 12 Power adjustment in 1 10 f stops 2 Mains fuse slow blow 13 Modelling lamp switch 3 Mains light up on off switch on off free or prop 4 Modelling fuse fast blow 14 Modelling power control 5 Open flash 15 Modelling power control 6 Synchro sockets Amphenol jack 3 5 mm 16 Tilt head clamp 7 Digital power display and 17 Knurled clamp screw charge discharge indicator 18 Handle 8 Acoustic recharging signal Beep 19 Stand 5 8 inch socket 9 Slave cell switch on off 20 Umbrella tube only for EL umbrellas 10 Photocell receptor diameter 7 mm 11 Power adjustment in 1 10 f stops with ADF 21 Supplementary locking for others umbrellas Switch and Fuse OM Mains Supply With the MAINS SWITCH 3 switched off O position firmly push in the plug of the original ELINCHROM mains cord into the mains socket 1
14. om model Elinchrom mod le Elinchrom modell Modello di Elinchrom Modelo de Elinchrom N Date of purchase Dealer Datum des Kaufs H ndler La date d achat Negociant La data di acquisto Il distributore La fecha de la compra El comerciante Your full name and address hr voller Name und redet an Votre nom complet et adresse Il suo nome pieno ed indirizza Su nombre y apellidos y dirige 6 9 6 6 9 6 6 9 6 GO 6 6 6 9 06 0 6 0 0 6 GO 9 GO 6 0 6 6 9 6 O 6 9 O 6 06 0 0 0 0 9 0 GO 9 0 0 6 GO 6 6 0 06 0 0 9 6 0 9 O 6 6 0 6 0 9 6 O 6 6 6 6 0 6 0 6 0 0 6 6 9 0 6 GO 0 6 0 6 6 GO 9 6 GO 9 6 6 0 GO 6 reece 6 9 6 6 9 9 6 e 6 6 6 9 6 6 pee e M a4 www elinchrom com
15. onforming to the applicable FCC rules and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that the production units of the same equipement will continue to comply with the Comissions requirements Disposal and recycling This device has been manufactured to the highest possible degree from materials which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not enviromentally damaging The device may be taken back after use to be recycled provided that is turnedinaconditionthatistheresultofnormaluse Anycomponentsnotreclaimed will be disposed of in a environmentally acceptable manner If you have any question on disposal please contact your local office or your local ELINCHROM agent check our website for a list of all ELINCHROM agents world wide CE marking The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of ECC directives 89 336 ECC Electromagnetic compatibility and 73 23 ECC Low voltage directive Notational Conventions The meaning of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol Failure to observe this warning endangers your life destroys the device or may damage other equipement Supplementary information remarks and tips follow this symbol Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in the order shown Quotation marks indicate names of chapters or terms 3 Saf
16. r warranty prevent possible damage and increase the life of this equipment Style 100BX 400BX The quality of light and exceptional performance is the result of long research application of demanding principles the long experience of ELINCHROM in lighting products for the studio and the utilization of the latest technology in this area Totally integrated to the range of the ELINCHROM flashes the Style 100BX 400BX units maintain the traditional look and function that is ELINCHROM The control provides continuously variable adjustment of the modelling lamp and the flash power with precision over 5 f stop from full power 1 1 to 1 16 th FCC Class B Compliance Statement Note This equipement has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipement Regulations These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipement generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipement does not cause harmful interferences to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipement off
17. tion use the cable supplied e The cable has to be HAR certified or VDE certified the mark HAR or VDE will appear on the outer sheat e The cable set must be selected according to the rated current for your flash unit e Do not use a spider box to connect one or more flash units e Flash systems store electrical energy in capacitors by applying high voltage e For your safety never open or disassemble your flashes e Only an authorised service engineer should open or attempt to repair the units e Internal defect charge capacitors may explode whilst the unit is in use neve switch on a proper working flash unit Before you start ENNNMNNENENENEEN The units Style BX Multivoltage are adapted for operation on 90 260V 50 60Hz Before connecting for the first time check to make sure that your Modelling lamp coincides with the voltage line They must always be connected to an earthed grounded mains supply All Style BX units have a bayonet mount and locking ring reflector fitting for fixing all Elinchrom and Prolinca accessories Mount the unit securely to a suitable stand or support Remove the black protective cover note first turn the locking ring A as shown then rotate the black cap cover B in the same direction Fitting a reflector or accessory is the reverse of this action DO NOT operate the unit without first removing the black protective cover Operating instructions 1 Check that the modelling
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