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Flash Generator
Nova D 1200/D 2400
Nova DL 1200/DL 2400

User manual

Translation of the original German User Manual
Doc. No.: 900.0506.00
Version: 09/2017

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Flash Generator Nova D 1200/D 2400 Nova DL 1200/DL 2400 User manual Translation of the original German User Manual Doc. No.: 900.0506.00 Version: 09/2017...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Description ................... 14 Overview of scope of delivery ............... 14 Device Overview ..................15 Overview of the Nova D 1200/2400 User Panel ........16 Overview of the Nova DL 1200/2400 User Panel ........18 Task and function .................. 20 Type plate ....................21 Technical data ..................
  • Page 4 Trigging a test flash ................30 Activating and deactivating the model light .......... 31 Activating and deactivating automatic model light reduction (“Autored”) .................... 31 Setting the flash energy ................. 32 Activating and deactivating the “Flash Check” function ......38 Activating and deactivating the “Audio” function ......... 39 Synchronizing the device with the camera ..........
  • Page 5 Limitation of liability ................62 Returning a product to Customer Service ..........63...

  • Page 6: Information About This Manual And About The Manufacturer

    Information about this manual and about the manufacturer This manual will help you safely use the Nova D 1200/2400 and Nova DL 1200/2400 flash generators. The Nova D 1200/2400 and Nova DL 1200/2400 flash generators are hereinafter referred to as "device" for short.

  • Page 7: Design Features In The Figures

    Information about this manual and about the manufacturer Design features in the figures If elements are referred to in a key or in the body text, they are provided with a number (1).

  • Page 8: Copyright

    Copyright This manual contains information that is subject to copyright. Without the prior written permission of Hensel-Visit GmbH & Co. KG, this manual shall not be copied, printed, filmed, processed, reproduced or distributed in any form, in full or in excerpts.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety Safety The device has been built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety-related regulations. During work with and on the device, however, residual risk remains, which could present a danger to life and limb. For this reason, the following safety information is to be observed and followed.
  • Page 10 Safety  Where possible, avoid laying the cable on the ground. If laying on the ground cannot be avoided, make sure the cables are not damaged by vehicles or ladders.  Check the device annually for operating safety (see the maintenance schedule on page 55).

  • Page 11: Prevention Of Equipment Damage And Malfunctions

    Safety Prevention of ozone formation When using the device in enclosed spaces, ozone can form.  To prevent an increased ozone concentration, vent enclosed spaces regularly. Prevention of equipment damage and malfunctions Prevention of equipment damage due to fogging Fogging can occur due to a sudden temperature change, e.g. in a new environment.
  • Page 12 Safety cordless telephones), Wi-Fi routers, radio and TV stations or medical devices.  Before using the device in sensitive environments, such as hospitals, make sure that use is permitted there.

  • Page 13: Design Features Of Warning Notices

    Safety Design features of warning notices This user manual contains the following safety information: WARNING Messages with the word WARNING warn about a dangerous situation that could lead to death or serious injuries. Design features of equipment or property damage information IMPORTANT! This information warns against a situation that can lead to...

  • Page 14: Description

    Description Description Overview of scope of delivery Designation Device Sync cord Mains cable (country-specific, shown as an example)

  • Page 15: Device Overview

    Description Device Overview Designation Mains socket USB port User panel The USB port is currently used only for servicing purposes.

  • Page 16: Overview Of The Nova D 1200/2400 User Panel

    Description Overview of the Nova D 1200/2400 User Panel Designation Main switch Connection socket for the flash head cable (13-pin round plug) Activation and deactivation of Channel A Connection socket for the flash head cable (13-pin round plug) Activation and deactivation of Channel B...
  • Page 17 Description Designation Arrow keys for energy boosting in 1/10 and/or 1 aperture increments, Wi-Fi settings, setting the switchover time for the economy mode (Autored), switching over the channel TEST: Manual triggering of flash “Ready” LED display for flash readiness LAMP: Activation and deactivation of the model light in “Prop” and “Full” modes Display for the indication of flash energy, flash counter and Wi-Fi settings SLAVE: Activation and deactivation of the photo cell...

  • Page 18: Overview Of The Nova Dl 1200/2400 User Panel

    Description Overview of the Nova DL 1200/2400 User Panel Designation Main switch Connection socket for the flash head cable (20-pin long plug) Activation and deactivation of Channel A Connection socket for the flash head cable (20-pin long plug) Activation and deactivation of Channel B Handle with radio antenna Photo cell...
  • Page 19 Description Designation Arrow keys for energy boosting in 1/10 and/or 1 aperture increments, Wi-Fi settings, setting the switchover time for the economy mode (Autored), switching over the channel TEST: Manual triggering of flash “Ready” LED: Display for flash readiness LAMP: Activation and deactivation of the model light in “Prop” and “Full” modes Display for the indication of flash energy, flash counter and Wi-Fi settings SLAVE: Activation and deactivation of the photo cell...

  • Page 20: Task And Function

    Description Task and function The device is used to provide the electrical energy for certain indoor flash heads. The flash head cable is connected to the flash head and device using a 13-pin round plug and/or 20-pin long plug depending on the device design.

  • Page 21: Type Plate

    Description Type plate The type plate is attached to the bottom of the housing. You will find the following information on the type plate:  Manufacturer name  Name of the model  Code number  CE marking  Symbol for environmentally sound disposal ...

  • Page 22: Technical Data

    Description Technical data Device model Nova D 1200 Nova D 2400 Nova DL 1200 Nova DL 2400 Article number Nova D 3612SW Nova D 3624SW Nova DL 361212SW Nova DL 362412SW Nominal energy 1200 J 2400 J Guide number 1 m = 128 0/10...
  • Page 23 Description Device model Nova D 1200 Nova D 2400 Nova DL 1200 Nova DL 2400 Sync socket/voltage 6.3 mm jack, mono/5 V DC Radio receiver Strobe Wizard Plus and freemask integrated Fuses 10 AF, switch capacity according to EN 60127-...

  • Page 24: Unpacking The Device And Checking The Scope Of Delivery

    Unpacking the device and checking the scope of delivery Unpacking the device and checking the scope of delivery  Remove the product from the packaging.  Keep the original packaging in case you need to return the product to Customer Service. ...

  • Page 25: Commissioning The Device

    Commissioning the device Commissioning the device To commission the device, proceed as follows:  Connect the flash head cable to the device (refer to Page 26).  Connect the other end of flash head cable to the flash head. Always hereby observe the user manual of the flash head.

  • Page 26: Mounting And Removing Components Of The Device

    Mounting and removing components of the device Mounting and removing components of the device IMPORTANT! The device can be damaged if external products are used.  Use only original spare parts and accessories from the manufacturer. Connecting and disconnecting the flash head cable Flash head cable with 13-pin round plug To connect the flash head cable to the device with the 13-pin round plug, proceed as follows:...
  • Page 27 Mounting and removing components of the device To remove the flash head from the device, proceed as follows:  Switch off the device with the main switch (2).  Completely undo the screw fitting.  Pull the round plug (1) upwards. Flash head cable with 20-pin long plug To connect the flash head cable to the device with the 20-pin long plug, proceed as follows:...

  • Page 28: Connecting And Disconnecting The Mains Cable

    Mounting and removing components of the device Connecting and disconnecting the mains cable To connect the mains cable, proceed as follows:  Insert the plug of the mains cable (2) into the mains socket of the device (1).  Connect the other end of the mains cable (2) to a mains socket. To remove the mains cable from the device, proceed as follows: ...

  • Page 29: Hanging The Device Into The Stand With An Optional Holder

    Mounting and removing components of the device Hanging the device into the stand with an optional holder To hang the device into a stand, proceed as follows:  Take the device in your hand and guide the lower side of the holder under the handle of the device.

  • Page 30: Operating The Device

    Operating the device Operating the device Activating and deactivating the device  Make sure the device is connected.  To switch on the device, set the main switch (1) to the “I” position.  To switch off the device, set the main switch (1) to the “0” position. Trigging a test flash To trigger a test flash, proceed as follows: ...

  • Page 31: Activating And Deactivating The Model Light

    Operating the device Activating and deactivating the model light “Full” and “Prop” modes To activate the model light in the “Full” and “Prop” modes, proceed as follows:  Briefly press the LAMP button. The “Prop” LED display above the LAMP button illuminates as green.

  • Page 32: Setting The Flash Energy

    Operating the device To activate automatic model light economy mode (“Autored”), proceed as follows:  Reduce the value shown on the display using the arrow buttons (1) or (2) until two hyphens “--” appear on the display. Setting the flash energy The flash energy can be set in stages over a range of 8 f-stops from 3 (lowest flash energy) to 10 (highest flash energy) using the arrow buttons.
  • Page 33 Operating the device Adjusting flash energy only on Channel A To set the flash energy on Channel A, proceed as follows:  To activate Channel A, press the A button (1). The LED for the maximum energy illuminates as green. ...
  • Page 34 Operating the device Displayed energy value Flash energy Nova Flash energy Nova D 2400/DL 2400 D 1200/DL 1200 2400 J 1200 J 1200 J 600 J 600 J 300 J 300 J 150 J 150 J 75 J 75 J 37.5 J 37.5 J 19 J...
  • Page 35 Operating the device  Set the values in an analogous manner to Channel A. The values to be set can be found in the following table. Displayed energy value Flash energy Nova Flash energy Nova D 2400/DL 2400 D 1200/DL 1200 1200 J 600 J 600 J...
  • Page 36 Operating the device Setting the flash energy symmetrically Optionally, the flash energy can be set symmetrically for Channels A and B. To set the flash energy symmetrically for Channels A and B, proceed as follows:  To activate Channel A, press the A button (1). ...
  • Page 37 Operating the device Setting the flash energy asymmetrically Optionally, the flash energy can be set asymmetrically for Channels A and B. To set the flash energy asymmetrically for Channels A and B, proceed as follows:  To activate Channel A, press the A button (1). ...

  • Page 38: Activating And Deactivating The "Flash Check" Function

    1200 J 1200 J Symmetrical 1800 J 600 J Asymmetrical 1200 J 600 J Asymmetrical 1200 J Only Channel Nova D 1200 1200 J Only Channel Nova DL 1200 600 J 600 J Symmetrical 900 J 300 J Asymmetrical 600 J...

  • Page 39: Activating And Deactivating The "Audio" Function

    Operating the device To deactivate the “Flash Check” function, proceed as follows:  Press the FC button again. The LED display above the FC button goes out. Activating and deactivating the “Audio” function With the “Audio” function, flash readiness after charging or after a reduction of the flash energy is indicated by an acoustic tone.
  • Page 40 Operating the device Activating and deactivating the photo cell To activate and deactivate the photo cell, proceed as follows:  Press the SLAVE button. The LED display above the SLAVE button lights up green.  Press the SLAVE button again. The LED display above the SLAVE button goes out.
  • Page 41 Operating the device Radio remote trigger The device has a built-in radio receiver “Strobe Wizard Plus” and freemask system. With the optionally available radio remote trigger, the camera and flash can be synchronized by radio. To set the radio channels, proceed as follows: ...

  • Page 42: Daily Flash Counter

    Operating the device Daily flash counter Reading the daily flash counter To read the daily flash counter, proceed as follows:  Press the AUDIO button for one second. The number (refer to the table below, for example) of triggered flashes is shown on the left and right displays.

  • Page 43: Wi-Fi Settings

    Operating the device Wi-Fi settings The “Wi-Fi” menu consists of several levels. Using the arrow buttons, you can switch levels and change the value. The “Wi-Fi” menu ends automatically and assumes all changes when the last level has been exceeded or no action has been take for 3 seconds. The currently selected value always flashes.
  • Page 44 Operating the device To open the “Wi-Fi” menu, proceed as follows:  Press the arrow buttons (1, 2) at the same time. The “Wi-Fi” menu appears. On Level 1, the text “Wi-Fi” runs across the display three times. On Level 2, you can activate and/or deactivate the “Wi-Fi” function. ...
  • Page 45 Operating the device The following is displayed on Level 3: Designation Explanation Network type “Private network” (cannot currently be amended) On Level 4, you can select the “Team” (1) and “Wi-Fi” modes (2). Designation Explanation A–J Designation of the team The teams are designated with the letters A-J and identified through the name of the access point.
  • Page 46 Operating the device The access point is named “AP_Hensel_Team_X.” “X” stands for the selected team A through J. The access point is password-protected through WPA2PSK. In all modes, the password is: Hensel-Visit-CTL. The following table shows the 4 Wi-Fi modes: Wi-Fi...
  • Page 47 Operating the device On Level 5, you can configure the access point and client devices in “Wi-Fi” modes 2 and 3. Explanation Here, you can choose the access point (AP). Here, you can choose the client (CL). On Level 6, you can set the device number to a value between 2 and 12 in “Wi-Fi”...
  • Page 48 Operating the device On Level 7, the text “Con.” runs across the screen as shown. With this option, the connection status display (flashing backwards slash at the top and bottom of the first segment) is activated (“On”) or deactivated (“- -”).
  • Page 49 Operating the device The connection status display consists of 2 bars (1, 2) in the first segment of the display. The following table shows the possible status displays: Display Explanation Top display Wi-Fi OFF Bottom display off Top display Wi-Fi active (the device is the access point): If a connection is established to at least one app, the top status Bottom display is constantly on;...

  • Page 50: Error Messages

    Error messages Error messages In case of an error, an error number is shown on the display. In such cases, proceed as follows:  Switch off the device.  Wait a few seconds.  Switch on the device again. If the error is still indicated, proceed as follows: ...
  • Page 51 Error messages Problem Possible cause(s) Remedy  Turn off the device so Hot temperature error – Hot ambient - the fan runs at temperature, covered that the fan can cool maximum speed and the ventilation slots or down the device. device does not emit a defective fan.
  • Page 52 Error messages Problem Possible cause(s) Remedy  Switch off the device Temperature error The temperature on the capacitors is too high. immediately.  Send the device to Customer Service, specifying the error number. Trigger error – the This error generally If this error occurs device did not release a resets itself...
  • Page 53 Error messages Problem Possible cause(s) Remedy Communication error  Switch off the device immediately.  Send the device to Customer Service, specifying the error number.

  • Page 54: Transporting And Storing The Device

    Transporting and storing the device Transporting and storing the device To transport and store the device, proceed as follows:  Switch off the device at the main switch.  Remove the mains cable from the device (refer to Page 28). ...

  • Page 55: Servicing The Device

    Servicing the device Servicing the device Caring for and cleaning the device To guarantee electrical safety, the device must be cleaned regularly. To clean it, proceed as follows.  Regularly clean the outside of the device with a dry cloth. Regular inspection National safety regulations –...

  • Page 56: Replacing A Defective Fuse

    Servicing the device Replacing a defective fuse To replace the defective fuse, proceed as follows:  Switch off the device at the main switch (4).  Disconnect the device from the power mains.  Open the fuse holder (2) with a small screwdriver (1) and pull it out. ...

  • Page 57: Performing Firmware Updates

    Performing firmware updates Performing firmware updates The firmware version of the device can be updated over the USB port.  For more information, contact Customer Service.

  • Page 58: Disposing Of The Device And Packaging

    Disposing of the device and packaging Disposing of the device and packaging In Germany  Dispose of the packaging of the device, separated according to material. Use local options for collecting paper, cardboard and lightweight packaging.  Dispose of the device and accessories separately from domestic waste. Information regarding collection points that accept old devices free of charge can be obtained from your municipal authority.

  • Page 59: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity Hensel-Visit GmbH & Co. KG hereby declares that device models Nova D 1200/2400 and Nova DL 1200/2400 correspond with Directive 2014/53/EU. The complete text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available under the following URL: https://support.hensel.eu/index.php/eu-konformitaetserklaerungen.

  • Page 60: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Flash heads Designation Article number Nova D and Nova DL: EH Mini i 3635 EH Mini i Speed 3636 Nova D: Ring flash RF 3000P/PM-XS 3410 f-spot 3000 round plug 3391 LightStick 3000 Ws round plug Nova DL: Ring flash RF 3000-XS 3430 f-spot 3000 long plug...

  • Page 61: Warranty Provisions

    Warranty provisions Warranty provisions In Germany The warranty provisions can be found in our general terms and conditions for business on our website: www.hensel.de Outside of Germany The warranty provisions of the dealer from which you have purchased the device apply.

  • Page 62: Limitation Of Liability

    Limitation of liability Limitation of liability We are not liable for equipment or property damage, or personal injury arising from improper use of the device that is inconsistent with the information provided in the user manual. We are also not liable for consequential damages (such as production or income losses, etc.) that may be caused by a defect in or malfunction of our device.
  • Page 63 As soon as you discover damage to the device, proceed as follows:  Send the device in its original packaging with a precise description of the defect to the following address for repair: HENSEL-VISIT GmbH & Co. KG Customer Service Department Robert-Bunsen-Str. 3 D-97076 Würzburg, Germany...

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