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raya SDR-400 User Manual

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  • Page 1 SDR-400 ALPHA MONOLIGHT USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Raya SDR-400 Alpha Monolight. This all-in-one, fan-cooled 400w/s monolight uses intelligent technology, creating a sleek, compact, and easy to use flash unit. Constructed with a high-quality rubberized polymer housing, the SDR- 400 is operated with a clearly marked digital control...
  • Page 3 This Raya studio flash is ideal for photography enthusiasts looking for an economical high-powered flash unit with the convenience of wireless triggering. The unit’s auto-seeking multi-voltage (100~240V,...
  • Page 4 FEATURES Multi-voltage 100~240VAC 50/60Hz Built-in 4-channel radio receiver for wireless function Includes 4-channel radio transmitter for wireless triggering Lightweight, compact, and easily transported Durable, high-quality, rubberized polymer housing Easy to view LED power display Intuitive operating Precision light-output adjustments of 6 f-stops from full to 1/32 in 0.1 stop increments Proportional or Independent modeling lamp control...

  • Page 5: Box Contents

    Sync delay and red eye reduction functions Model lamp SSC (Soft Start Circuitry) Plug-in user-replaceable flashtube 7˝ umbrella/grid reflector BOX CONTENTS SDR-400 Alpha Monolight Umbrella reflector with 7˝ grid inset 4-channel wireless transmitter Protective cap AC cord - 16´ (4.9 m)
  • Page 6 OVERVIEW S-Mount (reflector Umbrella mount mount) Umbrella tightening Mount release knob Modeling light Mount tightening knob Modeling light socket 10. Tilt knob Flash tube 11. Fan 5/8˝ stand mount 12. Handle...
  • Page 7 13. Digital Control Pad Remote: 14. Remote sensor 20. Test button 15. AC input 21. DIP switches 16. Fuse bay 22. Shoe foot 17. Power switch 23. Tightening ring 18. Sync cable port 24. 3.5 mm port 19. DIP switches...
  • Page 8 ⚠ ⚡ PRECAUTIONS • Please read and follow these instructions and keep this manual in a safe place. • Keep this product away from water and any flammable gases or liquids. • Make sure this product is turned off when plugging it into an electrical outlet.

  • Page 9: Preparing For Use

    The Raya 150W modeling lamp is a halogen bulb within a glass sleeve. You may touch this glass without cotton gloves. However, wiping it with a cotton cloth after handling it is recommended.
  • Page 10 4. Connect your camera to the monolight to begin triggering. CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO THE MONOLIGHT The Raya SDR-400 Alpha Monolight has two triggering options out of the box – wireless and sync cord connections. Please reference the following instructions to connect your camera to the...
  • Page 11 Wireless The Raya SDR-400 has an integrated four-channel wireless receiver. Using the included transmitter, you can wirelessly trigger your flash unit from up to 65-feet away. No line-of-sight is required for your monolight to communicate with the transmitter. Use the following instructions to set up and wirelessly trigger your flash.
  • Page 12 5. For wireless triggering of the monolight’s flash by pressing the camera’s shutter button, open the remote’s tightening ring by turning it clockwise. Slide the remote into your camera’s hot shoe and turn the tightening ring counterclockwise to secure. Sync Cord The back of your monolight has a 3.5 mm sync input, which is used for a hardwire connection between your camera and the flash unit.

  • Page 13: Mounting Accessories

    MOUNTING ACCESSORIES Light Stand Mount The SDR-400 Alpha Monolight has a standard 5/8” stand mount with tilt and tightening knobs. To mount the monolight on a light stand, place the stand mount onto a compatible stand with a standard 5/8” top mount. Tighten the tightening knob to secure.
  • Page 14 for softboxes. The included umbrella reflector lines up with the unit’s umbrella mount located on the monolight’s stand mount. To use accessories with the monolight’s S-Mount, simply align the accessory with the mount and insert. Once inserted, rotate the accessory clockwise to secure.

  • Page 15: Flash Settings

    Setting the Modeling Light Power Output The Raya SDR400 Alpha Monolight has a 150 watt user-replaceable modeling light. The modeling light’s power output is represented by a 10-60 numbered scale on the LED screen.
  • Page 16 The modeling light has two indicator lights: Proportional: When the model light is turned on, the default setting is proportional, as indicated by the bottom green light. As you adjust the monolight’s power output (using the buttons), the modeling light will adjust up or down proportionally.
  • Page 17 The monolight will trigger after a half second delay. After the first flash from another source, the monolight will go into a standby mode, and the SDR-400 will trigger at the next flash. Setting 3: Monolight will trigger after one preflash.

  • Page 18: Button Guide

    BUTTON GUIDE Test button Manually triggers the monolight at the current settings. 2. Sound control Turns the confirmation sounds on and off. 3. Slave button Activates slave mode. 4. Slave mode indicator lights Indicates which slave mode is activated. 5. Power output buttons Increases or decreases the power output of the monolight.
  • Page 19 8. Modeling light independent indicator light when ‘up’ or ‘down’ arrow button is pushed Top light on model light button goes on b. Indicates that the modeling light’s intensity level is independent of the flash tube’s output 9. Modeling light intensity level ‘up’ and ‘down’ arrow adjustment buttons Adjusts the intensity level of the modeling light...
  • Page 20 DIGITAL CONTROL PANEL GUIDE LED Screen Guide Steady Numbers Steady numbers indicate the monolight’s flashtube power output, as controlled by the power level buttons Blinking Numbers Blinking numbers on the LED screen indicate the intensity levels of the modeling light during adjustment, as controlled by the modeling light output buttons .
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT GUIDE The Modeling Light The Raya SDR-400 comes with a 150W, 110V halogen model lamp bulb. To remove an old bulb and install a replacement bulb, do the following: Ensure the monolight is powered off and unplugged.
  • Page 22 This feature prolongs the life of the modeling lamp. The Flash Tube The Raya SDR-400’s flash tube is user-replaceable. To replace the flash tube, do the following: Discharge the flash unit by pressing the test button.
  • Page 23 8. Reinsert the modeling lamp, then any other accessory to the monolight. Replacing the Fuse The Raya SDR-400 comes with two fuses: one installed and one spare. Both are located within the fuse bay. To remove the fuse housing from the fuse...

  • Page 24: Maintenance Notes

    5. Reattach the fuse holder to the fuse bay to complete the process. MAINTENANCE NOTES Adaptive Thermal Control The Raya SDR-400 Alpha Monolight is equipped with protection circuits to prevent damage to the internal electronics from over-heating, over-volting, and over-charging.
  • Page 25 NOTE: The fan turns on when the unit’s internal heat reaches 122°F (50°C). Error Codes The Raya SDR-400’s LED screen will indicate one of the following codes when it detects an issue. = One or more of the capacitors is overvolting. If this error occurs, turn the unit off and let it rest for a few minutes.
  • Page 26 Specifications SDR-400 Power Output 400 w/s Guide Number 165 (10´ @ ISO 100) Output Control Range Full to 1/32 in 1/10 increments Recycle Time 100~120V 0.2 ~ 2.2 Sec 60Hz Recycle Time 220~240V 0.2 ~ 1.7 Sec 50 Hz Flash Ready Indicator...
  • Page 27 Specifications SDR-400 Slave Settings Sync delay, red-eye reduction, synchronous Cooling Fan ATC (auto temperature control) Touch Pad Controls Auto Power Dump Adaptive Thermal Control Housing Material Durable rubberized high strength polymer shell Accessory Mount S-Type Mount Compatibility Power Source 100~240VAC 50/60 Hz...

  • Page 28: One-Year Limited Warranty

    ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This RAYA 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.

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