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ENGLISH
RAYS STROBES
(SF-300/SF-300D)
Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH RAYS STROBES (SF-300/SF-300D) Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Warning Important Rock Strobe (SF-300/300D) Features Inspection Setting Up Remote Control Operation SF-300 DMX Control Operation SF-300D Troubleshooting Lamp Replacement Figure 1 SF-300 Functions Figure 2 SF-300D Functions Appendix–1 DMX Dip Switch Value Guide Hanging-Bracket Installation (SF-300/300D) Product Specifications...

  • Page 3: Warning

    Warning! This product involves electric voltage, chemicals, glass, etc. Observe safety precautions. • Disconnect mains power supply before removing glass plate or servicing. • Let unit cool before handling. Keep away from liquids and flammables. • Do not mount on flammable surface. Keep distance of 30 cm to illuminated surface.

  • Page 4: Important

    Important This apparatus is fitted with a BS 1363 13Amp plug, fitted with a BS 1362 5A fuse. Replace the fuse with same rating. The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code: BLUE----“NEUTRAL” (N) BROWN----“LIVE”...

  • Page 5: Rock Strobe (Sf-300/300D)

    Freewheeling adjustment function of flashing rate and powerfully rapid flashes excites the atmosphere. Rays Strobe can be of analogical control or of DMX signal control. For SF-300, it can be used either with the one-channel strobe controller (SF-01CX) or with the four-channel strobe controller (SF-34CX) to control the flashing rate.

  • Page 6: Inspection

    Setting Up Rays Strobe (SF-300/300D) is shipped complete, ready to use. The bracket is installed before shipping, the unit can be hung in any position. Simply use a 20kg rated or stronger C clamp to attach the bracket to firm trussing.

  • Page 7: Remote Control Operation Sf-300

    Remote Control Operation SF-300 For best result, use SF-01CX or SF-34CX controllers. Abide by controller user manual specifications regarding the number of strobes that can be linked to one controller. 1. Plug one end of a mono (not stereo) microphone signal cable with standard 1/4-inch mono microphone jacks (4 of figure 1) into the signal input connector on back of unit.

  • Page 8: Dmx Control Operation Sf-300D

    DMX Control Operation SF-300D (Any of DMX Dip 1-9 “ON”) Use DMX Dip switches 1-9 to set the unit to the desired DMX512 address. Refer to the DMX chart in Appendix-1. 1. Connect the DMX 512 controller cable to the input socket (6 of figure 2) of the strobe unit.

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Rays Strobes (SF-300/300D) are designed for years of trouble- free use. However, incorrect voltage, power surges, or other mishaps cause equipment failure. If such problems do occur, always refer servicing to qualified technicians. SF-300 - Problem: The strobe doesn't flash on manual control.
  • Page 10 SF-300D -Problem: Strobe does not flash when it should. Solution: • Check DMX signal. Is the DMX dip switch setting correct? • Get a working DMX strobe and signal cable. Link properly to controller. Test. If this strobe flashes properly, the first strobe is malfunctioning.

  • Page 11: Lamp Replacement

    Lamp Replacement • Before opening unit covers, make sure that the unit is cool and not connected to power source. • Install/replace bulb (ST-300). DO NOT TOUCH GLASS WITH BARE HANDS. If you do touch the glass with bare hands, clean it with alcohol using a cotton ball or soft cloth.
  • Page 12 Lamp Replacement 5 Replace with a new tube. 6 Screw the cable of the tube on the terminal. 7 Put the safety glass back. 8 Screw the side panels. NOTE: Strobe tubes should be replaced by qualified technicians only.

  • Page 13: Figure 1 Sf-300 Functions

    Figure 1 SF-300 Functions 1. Fuse, replace fuse only with the same type and size. 2. Power Input, to make double sure of the proper mains power supply before plugging. 3. Speed Control (1-18 flashes per second). 4. Signal jacks To run units synchronousely, connect SF-01CX or SF-34CX controller to the strobe light using a 1/4"...

  • Page 14: Figure 2 Sf-300D Functions

    Figure 2 SF-300D Functions 1. Fuse, replace fuse only with the same type and size. 2. Power Input, to make double sure of the proper main power supply before plugging. 3. DMX and Function dip switch. 4. Speed control (1-18 flashes per second). 5.

  • Page 15: Appendix-1 Dmx Dip Switch Value Guide

    Appendix-1 DMX Dip Switch Value Guide This is a brief guide to DMX dip switch value settings. DMX products must have their own “address” to receive DMX signals. Addresses on SF-300D are set by flipping appropriate DMX dip switches. To do this, you need to know the DMX dip switches have the following values: #1=1;...

  • Page 16: Hanging-Bracket Installation (Sf-300/300D)

    Hanging-Bracket Installation (SF-300/300D) A: Bracket B: Bracket Knob C: Washer Product Specifications Model SF-300 SF-300D Lamp ST-300 ST-300 Flash Rate 1~18 fps 1~18 fps 1/4” (6.35mm) mono Signal Connector 3 Pin XLR microphone jack Control Mode 0-10V DC trigger 01CH, DMX 512 signal...

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