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An umbrella with a 7 mm shaft may be used with the unit, by opening the umbrella
and inserting the end of the shaft into the umbrella tube (10) while holding the unit with
the other hand.
The tube contains a spring which holds the umbrella firmly in place. The correct position
of the umbrella must be adjusted so that the position of the light from the reflector
coincides with the edge of the umbrella.
NOTE : the diameter of the umbrella socket is designed to suit Elinchrom or ProlincaNOTE : the diameter of the umbrella socket is designed to suit Elinchrom or Prolinca
NOTE : the diameter of the umbrella socket is designed to suit Elinchrom or ProlincaNOTE : the diameter of the umbrella socket is designed to suit Elinchrom or Prolinca
NOTE : the diameter of the umbrella socket is designed to suit Elinchrom or Prolinca
umbrellas only and the use of other shaft sizes may cause damage to the unit.umbrellas only and the use of other shaft sizes may cause damage to the unit.
umbrellas only and the use of other shaft sizes may cause damage to the unit.umbrellas only and the use of other shaft sizes may cause damage to the unit.
umbrellas only and the use of other shaft sizes may cause damage to the unit.
An alternative umbrella clamp is attached to the tilt clamp handle which accepts
umbrellas of other manufacturers.
The umbrella is removed by grasping the shaft firmly and withdrawing it from the
umbrella tube while holding the unit with the other hand. Care should be taken to
avoid striking the flashtube with the end of the shaft on removal.
When the unit is used with some larger lightshapers, the unit fits inside the lightshaper
which itself is supported on a stand. In this case, the unit is fixed into the mountig ring by
using the handle to rotate (clockwise) the unit in place. Once again it is important to
secure the flash using the locking ring.
Flash powerFlash power
Flash powerFlash power
Flash power
As soon as the power unit is switched on, it charges to the set power and the green
'ready' lamp (5) lights to show that the unit is charged and ready to fire.
The power level is controlled by the flash variator (7). This is continuously variable of
3 f-stop, from the full power to 1/4th.
When reducing power, a manual flash should be fired by pressing the open flash
button (5). This dumps the extra power and allows the unit to recycle to the lower level
selected. When the modelling lamp is switched on, the power level is controlled by the
power control (8). This is continuously variable on 3 f-stop, from the full to 1/4th.
*The EL 750 and EL 1500S, provides continuously variable adjustment of 5 f-stop, from the full
power to 1/16th. This units have an integrated discharge system. In order to restrict the heating of
the unit, we suggest to release a flash with the green test button (5), after each strong reduction
of power (more the 2f-stop).
This allows to release the excess of energy in the flash tube, you will gain time and extend the life
span of your compact units.
Modelling lampModelling lamp
Modelling lampModelling lamp
Modelling lamp
The lamp is switched on using the modelling lamp
switch (4). The Krypton E27 modelling lamp is specially
designed for the Elinchrom units.
Note :Note :
Note :Note :
Note :
the other lamps may touch the flash tube and
either may break.
There are some alternatives available and your
authorized Elinchrom dealer can advise which can
be used.
*The EL 750S - 1000 - 1500S are fitted with a 200W
halogen lamp. It is vital that the correct fuse (2 amp
flink) is fitted in the modelling lamp fuse holder when
this lamp is being used.
ControlsControls
ControlsControls
Controls
1. Mains inlet socket with spare fuse
2. Mains fuse (slow blow)
3. Illuminated mains on/off switch
4. Modelling lamp switch
5. Open flash «Test» and ready
6. Slave cell on/off
7. Stepless sliding flash variator
8. Stepless modelling lamp control
9. Synchro-socket
10.Umbrella tube
Flash tube
Modelling
lamp
Umbrella tube (10)
(entry point)
Tilthead with locking
umbrella holder
Locking Ring
Setting UpSetting Up
Setting UpSetting Up
Setting Up
Your flash unit should only be used while mounted to a light
stand or some similar secure support.
The unit will fit onto any 5/8th inch spigot and is held at the
required angle by tightening the clamping handie. The front
end of the head has a bayonet fitting and locking ring
which holds the protective cap in place and allows
reflectors and other accessories to be fitted during use.
DO NOT operate the unit without first removing the blackDO NOT operate the unit without first removing the black
DO NOT operate the unit without first removing the blackDO NOT operate the unit without first removing the black
DO NOT operate the unit without first removing the black
protective cover.protective cover.
protective cover.protective cover.
protective cover. To remove the protective cap, rotate the
locking ring, so that the white dot, on the ring, lines up with
that on the bayonet. This un-locks the bayonet and allows
the protective cap to be removed by twisting anticlockwise.
Fitting the reflector is the reverse of this operation. When
fitted to the unit, all attachments should be locked in place
by turning the locking ring so that the two white dots are
about 2 cm apart.
Operating instructionsOperating instructions
Operating instructionsOperating instructions
Operating instructions
The mains cable is connected to the mains inlet (1)
on the control panel.
The fuse holder (2) contains a mains fuse (together
with a spare fuse).
The unit may now be switched on using the mains
on-off switch (3). This will illuminate showing that
power is present.
SynchronisationSynchronisation
SynchronisationSynchronisation
Synchronisation
The flash may be triggered in a number of ways.
Manual flashes may be triggered by using the green open flash switch ( 5 ) which
incorporates the ready lamp, for testing, metering, etc.
Synchronisation with the camera is achieved by using a synch cable, which connects
the flash synch socket (9) to the standard flash connector on the camera or direct to
the hot shoe using an adapter.
If more than one unit is in use, additional units may be synchronised to the first using
the built-in photocell (6). This is switchable, and operates when the transparent
square button is raised. The remote photocell of the unit picks the flash from the main
unit and fires the unit at the same instant, avoiding the need for synch cable linking
all the units.
For more demanding applications, a variety of accessories is available such as
extension synch cables, remote photocells and radio release links.
An indicator lamp above the photocell indicates whether it is switched on (green) or
off (red).
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