Elinchrom RX 1200 Operating Manual

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Operating Manual
Style RX 300
Version 230V - 20625
120V - 20725
Canada 120V - 20725.1VS
Elinca S.A Style RX 01.01.2007 ENG (73253) Printed in Switzerland
Style RX 600
Version 230V - 20626
120V - 20726
Canada 120V - 20726.1VS Canada 120V - 20727.1VS
Style RX 1200
Version 230V - 20627
120V - 20727
English

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  • Page 1 Style RX 300 Version 230V - 20625 120V - 20725 Canada 120V - 20725.1VS Elinca S.A Style RX 01.01.2007 ENG (73253) Printed in Switzerland Style RX 600 Version 230V - 20626 120V - 20726 Canada 120V - 20726.1VS Canada 120V - 20727.1VS...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Declaration of conformity, disposal and recycling, CE marking Safety notice and precaution Operating instructions Control Panel Switch and Fuse Modelling Light Digital power display, Photo-cell Sychronisation, Wireless Remote control and flash triggering Acoustic signal Troubleshooting Flash tube replacement Technical Data Elinchrom Accessories Guarantee...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ELINCA S.A. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorised modifications of this equipement or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipement other than those specified by ELINCA S.A.
  • Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity, Disposal And Recycling, Ce Marking

    Phone : Fax: We, ELINCA S.A., hereby declare that the equipement bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable FCC rules, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that the production units of the same equipement will continue to comply with the Comissions requirements.
  • Page 5: Safety Notice And Precaution

    Safety notice According to safety regulations, we draw your attention to the fact that these electronic flash units are not designed for use outdoors, in damp or dusty conditions and should not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes causing condensation. They must always be connected to an earthed (grounded) mains supply.
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Before you start ! The Style RX unit voltage must correspond with your mains voltage. Style RX are delivered in 120V or 230V versions. Before connecting for the first time, check to make sure that your Modelling lamp coincides with the voltage line. They must always be connected to an earthed ( grounded) mains supply.
  • Page 7: Control Panel

    Overview of controls 1.Mains inlet socket 2.Mains fuse (slow blow) 3.Mains Illuminated on/off switch 4.Modelling fuse (fast blow) 5.Open-flash 6.Synchro-sockets, Amphenol + jack 3.5 mm 7.Digital power display and charge/discharge indicator 8. Acoustic recharging signal (Beep) 9. Slave cell switch on/off 10.
  • Page 8: Switch And Fuse

    Mains Supply With the MAINS SWITCH (3) switched off ("O" position), firmly push in the plug of the original ELINCHROM mains cord into the mains socket (1). Mains Switch The switch should light up when the compact is switched on ("I" position). (Switch off before removing the mains cord).
  • Page 9: Modelling Light

    Modelling Light The touch pad (14) controls the modelling lamp on/off and the proportional light. Select the power with the touch pad (15). The modelling light output (100%) is achieved when the power value is set to maximum. Proportional modelling lamp, is set when the position "PROP" is selected (led is illuminated), the light output is proportional to the selected flash power.
  • Page 10: Digital Power Display, Photo-Cell

    Digital Power Display The actual flash power is displayed in a f-stop compatible format. The power range is 6 f-stops. The digital display, provides continuous power indication of the flash and modelling lamp. The controls cover a continuous output range from full power 1/1 to 1/32th in 1/10th, f-stop intervals.
  • Page 11: Sychronisation, Wireless Remote Control And Flash Triggering

    Wireless Remote Control and Flash Triggering All RX units, Style RX, Digital RX, Ranger RX are equipped with the Remote Plug, to connect the EL-Skyport Trigger and Remote System. With the EL- Skyport RX Trigger Set 19362, the RX units can be triggered wireless, up to approximately 100 m distance. Apart from triggering, the Transmitter offers modelling lamp on /off settings and flash power control in 1/10th steps.
  • Page 12: Flash Tube Replacement

    Flash tube replacement If the unit does not flash but the ON/OFF switch indicates that there is power, it could be that the flashtube needs replacing. Note: Flash tubes (Swiss quality) have a long life with average use, but multiflashing in long sequences can cause overheating of the electrodes leading to premature ageing, or perhaps the flash tube is broken or cracked.
  • Page 13: Technical Data

    Features • Locking bayonet ring for accessory and reflector fitting • Tilthead whit 5/8" - inch stand socket • Thermal safety • User replaceable flash tube UV coated (5650°K) • Halogen modelling lamp 250W, with E27 fitting, and 300W/GX6.35for Style 1200RX (230V Version) •...
  • Page 14: Elinchrom Accessories

    Elinchrom Accessories Reflectors Wide angle ø 16 cm /90° Compact ø 18 cm /60° Standard ø 21 cm /50° Mini soft ø 44 cm silver Mini soft ø 44 cm white Snoot Grid for snoot Grids Grid set for reflector 18 cm Grid set for 21 cm Filters Set of 10 color/mixed filters for 21 cm x 21 cm...
  • Page 15: Guarantee

    This guarantee is not valid for equipment which has been misued, dismantled, modified or repaired by persons not belonging to the ELINCA distribution network. It does not cover flash tubes, lamps and the normal ageing of capacitors. No responsibilities can be accepted for damage resulting from unsatisfactoıy operation of the equipment, such as wasted film or other expenses.
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