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y Speedotron guarantees to repair or replace, free of charge, any part or parts found by factory inspection to be defective due to faulty material or workmanship, provided the equipment is t returned to our factory prepaid. The period of warranty is two years from the date of original purchase, except for flash tubes and modeling lamps, which are covered by the manufacturers’ warranties, not by Speedotron. Flash tubes, are covered for a period of one year only, and the n length of manufacturer’s warranties on modeling lamps varies.The Speedotron two-year warranty does not apply to equipment which has been abused, cracked or broken in shipping, a 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 unauthorized person, or r 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 r warranty service. The seller shall not be liable for any injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising a 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 w 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 voltage and high power. There is a high risk of severe electrical shock when d 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). e Repairs by unauthorized service personnel or by the user will void the warranty. t Although we do have several service stations, we encourage you to send all repairs, under i 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.

m 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, i via whatever means of transportation you used to ship it to us (applies to continental U.S.A. l 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. Note: The warranties covering flash tubes and modeling lamps are original manufacturer s warranties, and do not cover damage which occurs in shipping. All flash tubes are checked over before being shipped to ensure that they are in good condition. Please inspect all flash tubes and . modeling lamps upon their arrival, and if they are cracked or broken, contact the shipping company immediately for a damage claim. Only flash tubes or modeling lamps that are u defective, not those that are cracked or broken, are covered and will be replaced by the manufacturer’s warranty. The Speedotron 2-year U.S. warranty applies only to Speedotron equipment purchased r from authorized Speedotron dealers.

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Purchase Date ______y Equipment Type ______- Model No. ______

2 Serial No. ______General Instructions and Information

n Although Speedotron Black Line power supplies vary in power and features, they all operate under the same principles. The

o following instructions apply to the entire Black Line series. For

i maximum equipment life and for safe, dependable operation of power supplies, we advise you to follow these general rules. t • Information contained in this manual is applicable to New Speedotron

a Equipment at the time of writing. Some information may not be applicable to older Speedotron equipment. • Before doing anything with the power supply make sure that the Model

m and Power switches are in the off position and the Reset button (circuit breaker) is fully depressed into its socket. r • Connect light cable(s) to the Light Unit Outlet(s) on the power supply (with the103, 202VF and 206VF lights, connect the light unit cable to the o light unit before connecting to power supply), selecting the appropriate f outlets for the desired power level. (Refer to the diagrams on the side of the power supply.) n • To insert, align the light unit plug with the power supply outlet and apply i even pressure while pushing. Make sure that all light unit cables are firmly seated and you hear or feel the quick release ring click into place or the lockring of 206 light units is fully threaded. d • Make sure cables are out of pathways or are taped to the floor to prevent accidentally disconnecting cables from power supply. n • Never connect or disconnect a light unit while the power supply is turned on. Never insert or remove flash tubes while the light unit is connected to a 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.) s • Always make sure your Model and Power switches are off when disconnecting or connecting light units. Speedotron power supplies are n equipped with arc-protected outlets. However, as with any electrical equipment, arc-over (an electrical discharge between two physically

o disconnected electrical terminals) is a possibility. When light cables, flash

i 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 t internal wiring in the studio is improperly terminated or defective, there is a chance of arc-over. Severe power supply damage and operator injury may c result if arc-over occurs. • Plug sync extension into Sync socket and connect other end to PC cord for u camera. These sync extensions have a 1/4” international (phone jack) plug. r • Insure that protective flashtube covers are removed from light units before turning on model lamps or flashing. t • A slave tripper (Speedotron #23510) may be installed in the Sync socket to s fire the power supply. The 1005 features a built-in slave trigger for added convenience.

n • Connect AC power cord into Power Input on power supply. Always use a

i three-wire ground power cord and a properly grounded wall outlet with all 4 Speedotron power supplies. Failure to do so may cause the power supply to intermittently misfire. Do not use a three prong-to-two prong “ground eliminator” adapter. n • 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. o Do not immediately fire the unit on the first use or when the unit has been i

idle for periods over 3 weeks. Allow several minutes for the power t supply’s capacitors to form. Once this procedure has been followed at

these times, subsequent use of the power supply requires no waiting a period. • Ready/Push to Flash button may be depressed to verify proper system

operation. m • When Power is on, be sure Ready/Push to Flash indicator is illuminated r before switching Power, Combine/Isolate , or Fast/Slow* controls. Do not move these switches while the unit is recycling. o • Each Black Line power supply's unique features are fully explained in the next section of this manual. f Never attempt to make repairs to your Speedotron equipment. All n electronic flash systems operate on high voltage and power. i It is very dangerous to open a power supply. To summarize, set-up should go as follows:

• Make sure power supply is off (both Model and Power switches in the off d position) and unplugged. • Connect light units to power supply. Inspect all connections, flash tubes n and modeling lights. Set desired ratio. • Connect sync cable to power supply and camera a • Connect power supply to AC. Turn on power supply and wait for it to reach full charge. • Test to see that all light units are flashing and slave triggers (if any) are functioning. s Power Ratios n Black Line equipment is capable of symmetrical (all light units receiving the same amount of light) or asymmetrical (ratioed) power distribution. Controlling distribution is as easy as flipping a switch. o i Each power supply is divided into three channels with different levels of power, except for the 405 (which has two). These channels may may be joined t for even (symmetrical) output to all outlets or separated for unequal

(asymmetrical) output to a set of outlets in one or more channels. Power c distribution charts are provided in the next section of this manual and on the side of each power supply. u

When we refer to ratioing, we are describing the levels of power output r from the power supply to the light units only. These power output ratios do not mean that the light falling on the subject will be at that same ratio. This will only t occur if the light units are the same and have the same flash tube, reflector, cable length, light control accessories, are at the same distance to the subject, s and there is no overlap of lighting on the subject, etc. Power output ratios are only offered as a guide to help you determine your lighting arrangements. n i *Not available on 405 power supplies. 5 an b DO t DO P B B I f T ar I cha co co P At S t Expl Bat T b ( P r P Bo t lo Blac A g Re r m T w it p if o Ch in m t' t' he ou hr echargd he un The at at en re f OW o ower pe he ow ack he attery attery cati e r i or s s ost aintec p t nect nects t tach e the ought x move arge invert Th he r ni cautions rge-d change lastic The The is OK OK kept eratos. eris quires ery ld. 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Unit p cord by ht to reachs the th [7] hotcel 10 incre po powe is units Low senig evnly 0w/s cont rol Outle wer. flash is switch – Also t me h Do r e to if ts . nts for not and Explorer 1500 Digital Operating Instructions In addition to the general instructions on page 4, the following information & techniques are crucial for the proper use & care of the Explorer 1500. y Check that the plastic strip between the Juice Box & Power Pack has been removed. The Explorer will not operate until this plastic strip is removed! l Connect the Juice Box to a wall outlet to charge the battery. A red LED on the side of the Juice Box will light & turn to green after the battery reaches a nearly full charge. The p charging time will vary from a few minutes to over night if the battery charge is low. The Explorer 1500 can be used while the battery is charging. p Turn on the POWER [1] switch. The Explorer will undergo a turn-on routine while displaying the current menu settings in the LCD Display Window [8] . When the routine is finished, the LCD Display Window will indicate the present power level. Power can u now be dialed up or down with the PUSH-N-TURN [7] knob.

Press the MODEL [2] lamp switch. Model lamps light for 10 seconds. This permits s checking lighting setups while conserving battery power & maintaining safe operating temperatures in the light units. With this arrangement, fans in the light units are not needed & therefore are not operated. It is strongly suggested that model lamp usage is r to be kept to a minimum since each 10 second operation of two 150 watt model lamps uses as much battery power as two 1500 w/s flashes. DO NOT use model lamps larger than 150 watts. e Menu Description Three menus displayed on a two line Digital Display window & selected by a single

PUSH-N-TURN [7] knob control the operation of the Explorer 1500. Three menus are: w Normal : indicates power level from Full to –5 f-stops Setup : controls several performance options System : monitors readiness of the power supply by showing battery level & number of flashes. o There is a flashing cursor at the beginning of one of the two lines in the Digital Display window. Pushing down on the PUSH-N-TURN [7] knob moves the cursor to the other p line. Turning the knob selects an option on the line with the flashing cursor. When power is turned on, the Explorer goes through a series of internal power-up checks

while the status of the stored options is shown on the display. After going through these • checks, the display will show the Normal menu & the flashing cursor will show the power level that has been previously selected. The default power level is the power that the Explorer was at when it was last turned off. An option on the Setup menu allows the Explorer to start

at its lowest level [-5 f-stops] to conserve battery power. 0 Changing a menu option An example of changing a menu option is disabling the beeper. The flashing cursor is normally on the lower line of the display ready for a power level change. 0 Push down on the PUSH-N-TURN knob. The cursor is now on the upper line of the display.

Turn the knob & the words MENU & NORMAL appear. Push the knob & the cursor moves to 5 the bottom line by the word NORMAL . Turn the knob until SETUP appears next to the cursor. Press down on the knob so that the cursor is on the top line next to MENU . You are now in the SETUP menu. Turn the knob through the various options until the Beeper appears. If the 1 word on the lower line is Enabled , then pressing the knob will change it to Disabled . Press again & the beeper will be Enabled . Turn the knob until you return to MENU & SETUP appears below it. Press the knob & the cursor moves down to SETUP & turn it until r NORMAL appears at the cursor. Push the knob & it moves up by MENU & turn it until the

cursor is flashing next to f-stop. Press the knob & the cursor is on the lower line ready to e change power levels. The new option will be retained until it is changed again.

Alarms - If an unsatisfactory condition should occur, an alarm will sound. Warning r conditions & Explorer responses are as follows.

Low Battery - If an unsatisfactory condition should occur, an alarm will sound. o Warning conditions and Explorer responses are as follows. Battery Alarm - No Beeps, displays “Low Batt”, ”Shutdown” & unit shuts down l after continued operation in a low battery condition.

Under Exposed - Any time the Explorer is more than 0.3 f-stops below its setting p when a flash occurs, the unit beeps twice & displays “underExp”, ”X,Y stops”

where X,Y equal the number of f-stops and tenths of stops underexposed. x Charge Rate or Discharge Rate too long - Displays “CHARGER”, ”ERROR” & shuts down. This may indicate an internal component failure if it takes too long to recycle. 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All Speedotron Black Line equipment is ruggedly built. Nevertheless, it should be treated with the same care given to other pieces of quality photographic equipment. To protect the user, all Speedotron equipment is designed to be safe when used in accordance with instructions. To assure the e maximum in safe, dependable service, the following r guidelines should be carefully observed.

a • Avoid kinking or pulling cables. Disconnect cables by pulling on the quick release only, except for the 206 light unit which has a threaded

c ring. 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. d • Do not wrap the light unit cables around the light units. Coiling cables tightly stresses the internal wires and may lead to premature cable n failure. If possible, keep the coil diameter at least 10 inches.

a • 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 e corrosion. • Do not connect or disconnect light units or insert or remove flash c tubes while the power supply is on.

n • When using your equipment, be sure all cable, sync, power and flash tube connections are completely and properly installed. a • Do not attempt to make repairs to your Speedotron equipment yourself. It is very dangerous, and will void your warranty. Consult your

n dealer regarding authorized service in your area, or return the equipment to Speedotron. When you are not using your equipment, it

e 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 t keep your equipment in top working condition for many years. • With your light unit disconnected, occasionally remove the reflector n and clean the interior surface with a light solvent or soap and water. i Carefully remove the flash tube, and clean the glass cover. Only in this way will you conserve a consistent color temperature and light output. a Dirt and dust deposits on the tube and reflector act like a filter to alter color. • To extend the life of the model lamp, it should be turned off after set- m up and focusing.

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MPOODEWL ER SMUAPXP.PLOIWEES R GUIDE NO. RECYCLE POWER RATIO DIAL TOTAL OUTPUT SPECIAL FEATURES WEIGHT/SIZE (Watt-secs) 35°-90° (secs) CHANNELS COMB. DOWN VARIATIONS ______Explorer 1500 1500 540 3.5 2 N/A continuous to -5 stops continuous Battery Power, Ratio, Dial-down power, Slave, Universal Voltage input 24.9lbs / 9.5x5.4x11.7” ** 405 400 290-160 1.3 2 6 9 54 Ratio, Dial-down power 5lbs / 6.5x4.375x7.2” ** 1005 1000 408 1.6 3 12 10 120 Ratio, Dial-down power, Slave 7.9lbs / 8x4.375x9.5” ** 1205cx LV 1200 500-270 0.9 3 21 9 189 Ratio, Dial-down power & model lamp 15lbs / 6.4x8.8x10” 2401sx 2400 710-380 2.0 3 53 NA 53 Ratio, LV Trigger, Forced air cooling 27lbs / 9x12x14” 2403cx LV 2400 710-380 2.0 3 53 10 530 Ratio, Dial-down power & optional remote 28lbs / 9x12x14” 2405cx LV 2400 710-380 2.0 3 25 9 225 Ratio, Dial-down power & model lamp 23lbs / 6.4x8.8x13” 4803cx LV 4800 1000-540 4.0 3 27 10 270 Ratio, Dial-down power & optional remote 43lbs / 9x14x14”

______*Guide # calculated at ISO 100, in ft. w/202VF Light, 11.5” reflector forward (35°) & back (90°) positions (except 4803, with 206VF light) **including handle

LIGHT UNITS FLASH DURATION (watt-seconds per light unit) __M__O_D_E_WL_a_t_t-_se_c_s:__9_6_0_0______4_8_0_0 ______2_4_0_0 ______1_2_0_0 ______6_ 00 300 102 ------1/225 1/400 1/670 1/1250 MODEL MAX.POWER FLASH TUBES SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS 103** ------1/450 1/770 1/1300 1/1800 ______(_W_a_t_t-_s_e_cs_) ______(_q_ty_._-_re_g_u_la_r__or__co_l_o_r_c_o_rr_e_c_te_d_) ______2_ 02VF ------1/300 1/500 1/900 1/1425 102 2400 1 - MW8QV or 1 - MW8QVC economical, general purpose 206VF ----- 1/175 1/300 1/500* 1/900* 1/1425* 103 2400 1 - MW9Q or 1 - MW9QC lightweight, compact 105 (2 cable) ----- 1/600 1/1175 1/2000 1/3570 1/5000 202VF 2400 1 - MW20QV or 1 - MW20QVC variable focus, modular constru_c_ti1o_0n _5_(_4_c_a_b_le_) ______1_/4_0_0 ______1_/_6_0_0 ______1_/1_1_7_5 ______1/_2_0_0_0 ______-_--_-_- ______-_--_-_- ____ 206VF 4800 1 - MW40QV or 1 - MW40QVC variable focus, high output 105 (2 cable) 4800 4 - MW24Q or 4 - MW24QC shortest flash duration If power is reduced by using the dial-down knob, durations will remain the same. All durations tested in accordance with ANSI PH3.40 105 (4 cable) 9600 4 - MW24Q or 4 - MW24QC shortest flash duration, highest output Section 2; “The time interval from the instant the flash reaches one-half of its peak intensity to the instant it decays to the same value”. *These power levels are reached by the use of the 14202 adapter cable & a standard outlet. ______**Flash duration of 103 light unit using the 405 power supply: 400Ws = 1/500sec.; Note: All Speedotron light units are fan-cooled and accept a 250W model lamp (except the low profile 103). and using the 1005 power supply: 800Ws = 1/300sec., 400Ws = 1/500sec. The Speedotron Plus•3 Protection Plan The Speedotron Plus•3 Protection Plan is an extended service contract that lets you add 3 years of factory service coverage to the 2-year limited warranty that comes with Speedotron power supplies and lights plan goes into effect the day your original warranty expires, so you end up with 5 full years of coverage. With the Plus-3 Protection Plan, virtually all your service needs will be taken care of free of charge. All Plus-3 Protection Plan customers get priority service, so you can have the security of knowing that your n equipment will be back on the lob as quickly as possible. The Speedotron Plus-3 Protection Plan can only be purchased at the time you buy your equipment. Flash tubes, a modeling lamps and shipping charges are not covered. l Terms & Conditions 1. This agreement covers both labor and materials necessary for repairing equipment which is in need p of service because of faulty materials or workmanship or breakdowns from normal use, except as hereinafter provided. Damage to equipment or its parts arising out of misuse, abuse, negligence, shipping or causes beyond Speedotron’s control are not covered. In addition, this agreement shall become void if the equipment covered is used for rental or is modified, altered, or serviced by persons n other than those authorized by Speedotron, or if it is used with parts, accessories, or equipment not intended for use with Speedotron equipment o 2. This agreement is between Speedotron Corporation and the person named in the contract. Thus, i payment for Plus-3 Protection Plan Coverage should be made directly to Speedotron (not to a dealer) within 30 days of the date the equipment is purchased t 3. Service under this agreement will be performed only at the Speedotron factory in Chicago. Service performed at any other service station, including those authorized by Speedotron, is not covered and c any service so performed is at the customers expense. Shipping charges, both to and from the Chicago factory, are also the responsibility of the customer, and are not covered by this agreement. Shipping

e charges to cover the return of your equipment by what-ever means you choose may be included with requests for service, or equipment can be returned C.O.D. (freight collect). t 4. This agreement is valid only for the equipment listed Any other piece of equipment or accessory is not covered under this agreement, even if damaged while in use with the equipment covered Flash o tubes and modeling lamps are not covered. In addition, once this agreement is signed by Speedotron, no other equipment may be added to it. Should you purchase additional equipment and wish to have it r covered, you must purchase additional Speedotron Plus-3 Protection Plan Service Contracts.

$. The equipment listed in this contract will be covered only while owned by the person named in the p contract. THIS AGREEMENT IS NOT TRANSFERABLE.

6. Equipment covered by the Speedotron Plus-3 Protection Plan Service Contract will be given priority service This priority service will be given during the regular warranty period of the equipment as well as 3 when the Plus-3 Plan goes into effect.

• 7. Other than the obligations set forth herein, Speedotron disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for use, or fitness for a particular purpose. Speedotron shall not be responsible for any direct incidental or consequential damages, s including but not limited to damages arising out of the use or performance of the equipment covered, or the loss of use of the equipment covered. u 8. This agreement shall be governed by and construed according to the laws of the state of Illinois, in l which Speedotron is located. It constitutes the entire agreement between parties and may not be modified except in writing signed by duly authorized officials of Speedotron Corporation and the customer. p

9. This agreement shall terminate on the expiration date indicated, and any repairs necessary after that date are solely the responsibility of the customer

10. Due to U.S. Customs Service regulations, this agreement only applies to equipment shipped within the United States (including U.S. territories).

34 The Speedotron Plus•3 Protection Plan Service Contract To apply, fill out this form completely, sign it, and mail it along with a copy of the bill of sale and warranty registration card for each piece of equipment to be covered to: Speedotron Corporation 310 South Racine Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60607

Once approved, this form will be returned to you and a copy will be kept in Speedotron’s files. Please note that if these instructions are not properly followed, you application will be returned to you.

The Speedotron Plus•3 Protection Plan Price List

For Speedotron Black Line Power Supplies, 4800Ws $125.00 For Speedotron Black Line Power Supplies, 2400Ws 95.00 For Speedotron Black Line Power Supplies,1200Ws or lower 75.00 For Speedotron Force 10 / Force 5 75.00 For Speedotron Brown Line Power Supplies, 800Ws or higher 50.00 For Speedotron Brown Line Power Supplies, 600Ws or lower 30.00 For any Speedotron Black Line or Brown Line Light Unit (not including flash tubes or modeling lamps) 10.00 NOTE: All pieces of equipment must be covered individually.

Customer name ______

Address ______

City ______State ______Zip ______

Phone, ______Daytime ______Evenings ______

Equipment covered.

Model ______Serial Number ______Plus-3 price $ ______

Model ______Serial Number ______Plus-3 price $ ______

Model ______Serial Number ______Plus-3 price $ ______

Model ______Serial Number ______Plus-3 price $ ______

Total amount due for coverage on equipment listed above $ ______

Note: A copy of the bill of sale and warranty registration card must be included for each piece of equipment listed above. The copy of the bill of sale must show the authorized dealer’s name, invoice number and date purchased. Speedotron Plus-3 Protection Plan coverage must be applied for within 30 days of the date the equipment was purchased. I am enclosing a check for $ ______the total amount due for Speedotron Plus-3 Protection Plan Service Contract for the equipment l have listed. Speedotron agrees to provide repair service for said equipment, should it become necessary, according to the terms and conditions (see back) set forth in this agreement. No terms or conditions, expressed or implied, are authorized unless they appear on the original of this agreement. This agreement is not valid unless signed by both parties.

Customer acceptance: I have read, fully understand, and agree to the terms and conditions of this agreement.

Customer Name ______

Signature ______

Speedotron acceptance: Speedotron agrees to provide repair service for the equipment listed in this agreement, according to the terms and conditions set forth herein.

Authorized Speedotron Official ______

Signature ______

The Speedotron Plus-3 protection Plan for the above listed equipment will expire on ______

When returning this Plus-3 Protection Plan application, please include the following:

1. the completed application form,

2. completed warranty information card

3. a copy of sale invoice with the dealer’s name and address,

4. a check for the full amount of coverage for each piece of equipment to be covered

Send to: Speedotron Corporation 310 South Racine Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60607