Tronix Explorer XT3 User Manual

Portable battery power pack

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USER'S GUIDE

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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the Tronix Explorer XT3! The technically superior Tronix Explorer XT3 , rated at 800 Watts continuous and at 2000 Watts peak power, is designed to provide power to most flash and power pack units. It makes your studio lights work on location - with faster recycling time, more power and better performance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Instructions General Safety Electrical Safety Battery Safety Getting Started Shipping Materials Installation Operation Charging Maintenance Battery Replacement Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Technical Specifications Service and Warranty Contact Information...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Electrical Safety - The disconnect device of Explorer XT3 is the mains plug. - Always connect Explorer XT3 to a grounded outlet. The outlet to which Explorer XT3 is connected must be in close proximity and must be easily accessed.
  • Page 5: Battery Safety

    •Caution : To avoid injury due to electrical hazard, remove metal accessories such as wristwatches and jewelries when replacing batteries. Use properly insulated tools and handles. •Caution : Explorer XT3 uses 12 V DC, 9 Ah valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries, Replace batteries with the same type as originally installed in Explorer XT3.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Charging LED indicator should blink. This indicates that Explorer XT3 is charging. If Explorer XT3 is being charged the first time, charge the unit for 12 to 15 hours. This ensures optimum battery performance. Succeeding charges would only take 6 to 9 hours.
  • Page 7: Operation

    1. Charge Explorer XT3 as instructed in Installation. 2. Set up the necessary lighting equipment. 3. On the front panel, connect the plug of the flash unit to one of the sockets of Explorer XT3. For 115-60 models, a universal adapter is supplied.
  • Page 8: Charging

    •Explorer XT3 is switched off at no load. The battery of Explorer XT3 will be discharged after 200 days. Thus, when not in use, it is recommended that Explorer XT3 should be plugged in to a 100 V to 240 V AC mains outlet or to a 14 V DC outlet.
  • Page 9 14V DC Outlet - Plug Explorer XT3 to a 14 V DC outlet. A car cigarette lighter socket would be an example. Use the appropriate adapter. - Note that Explorer XT3 can not be fully charged when this method is used.
  • Page 10: Battery Replacement

    Use properly insulated tools and handles. Strictly follow the instructions stated to avoid possible damage to the unit and injury. Switch off Explorer XT3. Remove the screws of the plastic frame and the unit itself. Remove the screws of the cover located at the sides and top portion of the unit.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Refer to the table to address minor problems regarding installation and operation of Explorer XT3. For other problems, contact Tronix Customer Service (see Contact Information). Problem Possible Cause Solution No power Battery empty Charge Battery; Plug Explorer XT3 to a 100 V to 240 V AC outlet or to a 14 V DC supply.
  • Page 12: Frequently Asked Questions

    The Tronix Explorer XT3 230-50 models are used by photographers in Europe, Middle East, Australia, New Zealand and the rest of Asia. How do I know if my strobe or power pack is compatible with Tronix Explorer XT3? Why not all strobes and power packs are compatible with Tronix Explorer XT3? Tronix Explorer XT3 is compatible to more digital strobes due to its increased power rating.
  • Page 13 Are there any maintenance tips on storing Explorer XT3? The unit should be switched off when not in use. Leaving Tronix Explorer XT3 on and not in use will severely damage the battery. Its battery can be left plugged even after it is fully charged.
  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Feature Specification Model 115-60 230-50 Output Power 1000 VA 800 W max. at 0.8 pf Voltage 115 V 230 V Frequency 60 Hz 50 Hz Current 6.9 A 3.4 A Waveform Pure sine wave Sockets NEMA-5 Schuko / Universal Input AC Input Voltage...
  • Page 15: Service And Warranty

    Service and Warranty The Tronix Explorer XT3 is covered by a one-year warranty starting from the date of purchase. From that date, the product should be free of any defect in material and workmanship and it will function in accordance to its stated performance.
  • Page 16: Contact Information

    Innovatronix Inc. The information contained herein is designed only for the use with Tronix Explorer XT. Innovatronix is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other portable power supplies and other related products.

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