impact Astral Extreme AS-X-400 Instructions Manual

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Astral Extreme AS-X-400 Monolight
INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 Astral Extreme AS-X-400 Monolight INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2 Precautions �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Overview ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 5 Getting Started ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Mounting the Astral Extreme ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Setting Up ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 9 Flash Power Output ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 12 Modeling Lamp ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 13 Audio Confirmation ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 14 Triggering the Flash ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 15 1/4”...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for choosing Impact� The Impact AS-X-400 Astral Extreme monolight can be used for everything from professional wedding and portrait work to action and sports photography� This monolight is an easy-to-use and reliable tool built for functionality, and it incorporates advanced features that are engineered for speed�...
  • Page 4: Precautions

    • Always remove the transport cap before using the flash� • Avoid any unnecessary impact to the flash, as this can damage the flashtube and/or modeling lamp� • Use only parts provided by the manufacturer�...
  • Page 5 Precautions ⚠ • Handle the unit with care� • Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth� • Keep this unit away from children� • Make sure the item is intact and that there are no missing parts� • All photos are for illustrative purposes only�...
  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview...
  • Page 7 Overview Legend 1� Adjustment/carry handle 2� Umbrella mount (rear) 3� Modeling lamp output control dial 4� LCD display 5� Flash output control dial 6� Modeling lamp indicator light 7� Modeling lamp button 8� Sound indicator light 9� Sound button 10� Slave indicator light 11�...
  • Page 8 Overview...
  • Page 9 Overview Legend Also included 1� Modeling lamp 14� Transport cover 2� Flashtube 15� 7˝ grid reflector 3� Protective glass dome 16� AC power cord 4� Bayonet accessory mount 17� PC sync to 1/4˝ phono cord 5� Accessory release latch 18� Spare fuse (installed in fuse bay) 6�...
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Mounting the Astral Extreme 1� Make sure the mounting bracket’s ratchet handle is fully tightened� 2� Loosen the locking knob on the mounting socket and mount the Astral Extreme onto your lightstand� 3� Tighten the locking knob until secure� You can adjust the tilt of the monolight by loosening the ratchet handle�...
  • Page 11 Getting Started To install the modeling lamp, follow these steps: 1� Make sure that the monolight is turned off and unplugged� 2� Remove the transport cover by pulling the accessory release latch and rotating the transport cover counterclockwise� 3� Remove the protective glass dome by carefully pulling it from the clips holding it in place�...
  • Page 12 Getting Started To install the reflector, follow these steps: 1� Align the three pegs on the reflector with the corresponding notches in the monolight’s bayonet accessory mount� Note: Make sure the reflector’s umbrella hole is aligned with the monolight’s umbrella mount, located next to the accessory release latch� 2�...
  • Page 13: Flash Power Output

    Flash Power Output The Astral Extreme’s flash power output covers a 6-stop range� It is adjusted via the flash power output control dial (A) from 6�0 (full power) all the way down to 1�0, in 0�1-stop increments� The selected flash power is displayed on the LCD (B)�...
  • Page 14: Modeling Lamp

    Modeling Lamp The modeling lamp is a continuous light that you can use for flash positioning to give you an idea of how the flash will illuminate your subject� To turn on the modeling lamp, press the modeling lamp button (A)� When the modeling lamp is on, the modeling lamp indicator light (B) will glow blue�...
  • Page 15: Audio Confirmation

    Audio Confirmation The Astral Extreme can emit a beep to let you know when the flash has fully recycled and is ready for another flash� This feature is useful when you can’t see the flash ready indicator light, which indicates the status of the flash� The audio confirmation will also cause the monolight to emit a beep when you press any of the buttons or rotate the flash output control dial�...
  • Page 16: Triggering The Flash

    Triggering the Flash There are three ways to trigger the flash: 1/4” phono, optical slave, or wireless remote (sold separately)� When you trigger the flash, the flash ready indicator light will turn off and then turn on when the flash has recycled and is ready for another flash� If audio confirmation is activated, the monolight will emit a beep when the flash has fully recycled�...
  • Page 17: Wireless Remote Control

    Mounting Accessories Wireless Remote Control A dedicated remote control, the Impact ControlSync 16 Transmitter and Receiver (sold separately), can control triggering, adjust power levels, and turn the modeling light and audio confirmation features on and off� To use the remote, plug the dedicated receiver into the monolight’s USB wireless remote port�...
  • Page 18: The Umbrella Mount

    Mounting Accessories The Umbrella Mount The Astral Extreme has an integrated umbrella mount that employs an internal tension spring capable of holding up to a 7´ parabolic umbrella� To mount an umbrella in the Astral Extreme, insert your umbrella shaft into the umbrella mount at the front of the monolight�...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity

    Adjusting the Center of Gravity Adjusting the Center of Gravity The Astral Extreme has an adjustable mounting bracket held in place by a single hex screw� This makes it easy to adjust the monolight’s center of gravity if a large or heavy accessory is causing it to tilt forward or backward�...
  • Page 20: Replacing Parts

    Replacing Parts Replacing the Flashtube IMPORTANT: Before replacing the flashtube, it is recommended to manually empty the capacitor (see below), even though the Astral Extreme has an autodump feature� To replace the flashtube, follow these steps: NOTE: When handling the flashtube, use a clean cloth or cotton gloves� Never touch the flashtube with your bare hands�...
  • Page 21: Replacing The Fuse

    Replacing Parts 6� Insert a fresh FT-X-400 flashtube into the flashtube socket� 7� Wrap the metal wire around the clip that holds the flashtube in place� The wire does not need to be in the exact position as before, but it does need to connect the two ends of the clip�...
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications Maximum power 400 W/s Recycle time 0�4 sec� at full power Flash duration 1/5000 to 1/8000 sec� Power output control 6-stop range, 6�0 to 1�0 in 0�1-stop increments Guide number (ISO 100): 213´ (65 m) Color temperature 5600 K ±100 K Modeling lamp 150 W (E27 base, user replaceable) maximum output...
  • Page 23: One-Year Limited Warranty

    One-Year Limited Warranty This Impact product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later� The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s...

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