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- Page 1 Compact flash Certo 200 Certo 400 User manual Translation of the original German user manual Doc. no. 900.0523.00 Version: 10/2018...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Information about this manual and about the manufacturer ....5 Keeping this manual on hand ..............5 Design features in the text ..............5 Design features in the figures ..............6 Copyright ....................7 Manufacturer’s address ................7 Safety ..................... 8 Intended use .................... - Page 3 Mounting the device on/removing it from a stand ....... 32 Rotating and tilting the device .............. 33 Mounting the umbrella on/removing it from the device ...... 35 Operating the device ................36 Activating and deactivating the device ..........36 Triggering a test flash ................36 Activating and deactivating the model light ..........
- Page 4 Warranty provisions ................53 In Germany .................... 53 Outside of Germany ................53 Limitation of liability ................54 Returning a product to Customer Service ..........55...
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Page 5: Information About This Manual And About The Manufacturer
Information about this manual and about the manufacturer These instructions aid you in the safe use of the “Certo 200” and “Certo 400” flash units. These flash units are hereinafter called "device" for short. Keeping this manual on hand This manual is part of the device. -
Page 6: 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, then they are provided with a number (1). -
Page 7: 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 8: 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 9 Safety Check the device annually for operating safety (see the maintenance schedule on page 45). Regularly clean the outside of the device with a dry cloth. Have damaged cables and the device replaced immediately by the authorized Customer Service only. Prevention of serious injuries due to fire When the flash tube is triggered, sparks might arise, which could lead to fire.
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Page 10: Prevention Of Equipment Damage And Malfunctions
Safety 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. Always let the device acclimatize before use in a new environment. Prevention of equipment damage due to rain, vapors, frost, heat, humidity and dust Rain, vapors, frost, heat, humidity and dust can damage the device. -
Page 11: Design Features Of Warning Notices
Safety Design features of warning notices This user manual contains the following safety information: DANGER Notices with the word DANGER warn about a dangerous situation that could lead to death or serious injuries. WARNING Messages with the word WARNING warn about a dangerous situation that could lead to death or serious injuries. -
Page 12: Warning And Information Sign
Safety Warning and information sign Explanation Remove the transport cap before commissioning... -
Page 13: Description
Description Description Overview of scope of delivery Designation Device Illuminant for the model light (packed separately) Mains cable (country-specific, shown as an example) Tool for setting the radio channels Two replacement fuses for the model light (not shown) -
Page 14: Overview Of Device
Description Overview of device Designation Lock of the holder for the light shaping tool and transport cap Handle Swivel head Illuminant for the model light Flash tube with protection glass Transport cap... -
Page 15: Overview Of Swivel Head
Description Overview of swivel head Designation Umbrella holder Hand screw for stand adapter Hand screw for tilting the device on a stand... -
Page 16: Overview Of Controls
Description Overview of controls Designation Display for the indication of flash energy and flash counter UP: Increase flash energy DOWN: Decrease flash energy TEST: Manual triggering of flash Main switch Fuse holder for mains connection Mains socket Fuse holder for model light... - Page 17 Description Designation Sync socket RF CH: Switch radio channels on and off LAMP: Activating and deactivating the model light in “Full” and “Prop” modes AUDIO: Signal tone for activation and deactivation of flash readiness SYNC: Activation and deactivation of photo cell and radio receiver LED displays are located next to the buttons on the display.
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Page 18: Task And Function
Description Task and function The device is used for illuminating photographs indoors. It can be used on a stand. The device has a bright and proportionally adjustable model light. Synchronization with the camera takes place using a sync cord, the built-in photo cell or the built-in radio receiver. -
Page 19: Type Plate
Description Type plate The type plate is attached to 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 20: Technical Data
Description Technical data Device type Certo 200 Certo 200 Certo 400 Certo 400 110 V 230 V 110 V 230 V Article number 880801 8808 880901 8809 Power range 3–200 Ws 12-400 Ws (7 f-stop increments) (6 f-stop increments) Power settings... - Page 21 Description Device type Certo 200 Certo 200 Certo 400 Certo 400 110 V 230 V 110 V 230 V Sync 3.5 mm jack, 5 V DC socket/voltage Fuses for the F 2 AL, T 6,3 AL model light and mains...
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Page 22: 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 23: Commissioning The Device
Commissioning the device Commissioning the device To commission the device, proceed as follows: Remove the transport cap (see page 24). Dismantle the flash tube with protection glass (see page 26). Install the illuminant for the model light (see page 27). ... -
Page 24: 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. Removing and installing the transport cap WARNING Heat is generated during the operation of the device, which can lead to a fire if the transport cap is in place. - Page 25 Mounting and removing components of the device To install the transport cap, proceed as follows: Press the lock (1) against the spring force to the limit stop. Place the transport cap (3) on the device in such a manner that the three mounting claws (2) are inside the transport cap (3) and engage in the openings.
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Page 26: Installing And Removing The Flash Tube With Protection Glass
Mounting and removing components of the device Installing and removing the flash tube with protection glass WARNING Heat is generated during the operation of the device. Touching the device at the front can lead to severe burns. Always let the device cool down for 5 to 10 minutes before mounting or removing components. -
Page 27: Installing And Removing The Illuminant Of The Model Light
Mounting and removing components of the device Installing and removing the illuminant of the model light WARNING Heat is generated during the operation of the device. Touching the device at the front can lead to severe burns. Always let the device cool down for 5 to 10 minutes before mounting or removing components. - Page 28 Mounting and removing components of the device Make sure the glass body of the illuminant (2) is not defective. Insert the pins (3) of the illuminant into the base of the lamp socket (1). Press both pins (3) into the lamp socket to the limit stop. To remove the illuminant from the device, proceed as follows: ...
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Page 29: Mounting The Light Shaping Tool On/Removing It From The Device
Mounting and removing components of the device Mounting the light shaping tool on/removing it from the device WARNING Heat is generated during the operation of the device. Touching the device at the front can lead to severe burns. Always let the device cool down for 5 to 10 minutes before mounting or removing components. - Page 30 Mounting and removing components of the device To mount the light shaping tool onto the device, proceed as follows: Press the lock (1) against the spring force to the limit stop. Place the light shaping tool (3) on the device in such a manner that the three mounting claws (2) are inside the light shaping tool (3).
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Page 31: 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 into the mains socket (1) of the device. Connect the mains cable to a mains socket. To remove the mains cable from the device, proceed as follows: ... -
Page 32: Mounting The Device On/Removing It From A Stand
Mounting and removing components of the device Mounting the device on/removing it from a stand To mount the device on a stand, proceed as follows: Loosen the hand screw (1). Make sure that you do not completely unscrew the hand screw (1). ... -
Page 33: Rotating And Tilting The Device
Mounting and removing components of the device Rotating and tilting the device CAUTION Crushing injuries can occur when loosening the hand screw. To prevent twisting and tipping over, hold the device firmly with one hand while loosening the hand screw with the other. - Page 34 Mounting and removing components of the device To tilt the device vertically, loosen the hand screw (1). Pivot the device into the desired position and tighten the hand screw (1).
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Page 35: Mounting The Umbrella On/Removing It From The Device
Mounting and removing components of the device Mounting the umbrella on/removing it from the device To mount the umbrella on the device, proceed as follows: Push the umbrella rod into the umbrella holder (1). Make sure the umbrella rod is firmly clamped in the umbrella holder (1). To remove the umbrella, proceed as follows: ... -
Page 36: 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. Triggering a test flash To trigger a test flash, proceed as follows: ... -
Page 37: Activating And Deactivating The Model Light
Operating the device Activating and deactivating the model light “Prop” mode To activate the model light in “Prop” mode, proceed as follows: Press the LAMP button. The LED display next to the LAMP button lights up green. The brightness of the model light is proportional to the set flash energy. -
Page 38: Setting The Flash Energy
Operating the device Setting the flash energy Depending on the device, the flash energy is set in stages over an adjusting range of 7 f-stops from 4 (lowest flash energy) to 10 (highest flash energy) and 6 f-stops from 5 (lowest flash energy) to 10 (highest flash energy). To set the flash energy, proceed as follows: ... -
Page 39: Activating And Deactivating The "Audio" Function
Operating the device 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. To activate the “Audio” function, proceed as follows: Press the AUDIO button. The LED display next to the AUDIO button lights up green. -
Page 40: Synchronizing The Device With The Camera
Operating the device Synchronizing the device with the camera The device and the camera are synchronized using the following components: sync cord built-in photo cell built-in radio receiver Synchronizing the device using the cable To connect the device to the camera, proceed as follows: ... - Page 41 Operating the device Radio remote trigger The device has a built-in radio receiver. With the optionally available radio remote trigger, the camera and flash can be synchronized by radio. To activate the radio receiver, proceed as follows: Press the SYNC button. The LED display next to the SYNC button lights up red.
- Page 42 Operating the device Activating and deactivating the radio remote trigger and photo cell To activate the radio remote trigger and photo cell, proceed as follows: Press the SYNC button 3 times. The LED display next to the SYNC button lights up orange. The radio receiver and photo cell are activated.
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Page 43: Error Messages
Error messages Error messages Problem Possible cause(s) Remedy Keep the device Device beeps – High ambient - temperature error temperature at full switched on so that The model light turns model light, unsuitable the fan can cool down off, the fan runs at light shaping tool, the device. -
Page 44: Transporting And Storing The Device
Transporting and storing the device Transporting and storing the device To transport and store the device, proceed as follows: Remove the light shaping tool (see page 29). Position the transport cap in place (see page 24). Do not store the device in locations exposed to heat, moisture, frost or cold. -
Page 45: Servicing The Device
Servicing the device Servicing the device Caring for and cleaning the device WARNING Heat is generated during the operation of the device. Touching the device at the front can lead to severe burns. Let the device cool down for 5 to 15 minutes before cleaning. -
Page 46: Exchanging The Defective Flash Tube With Protection Glass
Servicing the device Exchanging the defective flash tube with protection glass The flash tube is located in the protection glass and must always be exchanged together with the protection glass. DANGER If the flash tube with protection glass is defective, the electrodes are exposed. -
Page 47: Replacing A Defective Model Light
Servicing the device Replacing a defective model light WARNING Heat is generated during the operation of the device. Touching the device at the front can lead to severe burns. Always let the device cool down for 5 to 10 minutes before mounting or removing components. -
Page 48: Replacing A Defective Fuse Of The Model Light
Servicing the device Replacing a defective fuse of the model light To replace the fuse of the model light, proceed as follows: Switch off the device at the main switch. Remove the mains cable (see page 31). Turn the fuse holder (1) counterclockwise to the limit stop using a screwdriver. -
Page 49: Replacing A Defective Fuse Of The Mains Connection
Servicing the device Replacing a defective fuse of the mains connection To replace the fuse of the mains connection, proceed as follows: Switch off the device at the main switch. Remove the mains cable (see page 31). Open the fuse holder (1) with a small screwdriver or similar tool and pull it out. -
Page 50: 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 51: Eu Declaration Of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity Hensel-Visit GmbH & Co. KG hereby declares that device types Certo 200 and Certo 400 correspond with Directive 2014/53/EU. The complete text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available under the following URL:... -
Page 52: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Flash tubes Designation Article number Contained in the protection glass 40101131 Illuminant for model light Designation Article number 150 W/230 V 150 W/110 V 7230 Fuses Designation Article number Fuse for the model light F 2 AL 9412501 Fuse for the mains connection T 6,3 AL 9412601 Light shaping tools... -
Page 53: 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 54: 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 55: Returning A Product To Customer Service
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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