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1 Safety instructions ................................................................61
2 Delivery contents ..................................................................64
2.1 Unpacking the studio flash unit ........................................64
2.2 Checking the delivery contents ..........................................64
3 Unit components and functions of studio flash unit BL200/BL400 ....64
4 Overview of using studio flash unit BL200/BL400 ..................65
5 Starting up the studio flash unit ............................................66
5.1 Starting up the studio flash unit step-by-step ....................66
5.1.1 Removing/replacing the protective cap ......................66
5.1.2 Plugging in/unplugging the bulb of the modelling light66
5.1.3 Putting on/taking off reflector ....................................67
5.1.4 Screwing the studio flash unit to a tripod....................67
5.1.5 Connecting the studio flash unit to the power mains ..68
5.1.6 Switching the studio flash unit on/off ........................68
6 Setting the studio flash unit ..................................................69
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6.1 Setting the flash output....................................................69
6.2 Setting the brightness of the modelling light ....................69
6.3 Switching the flash ready tone on/off................................69
7 Flash synchronisation ............................................................70
7.1 Servo mode ......................................................................70
7.2 Flash operation with the synch cable ................................71
7.3 Flash operation with a radio module ..................................71
8 Warning tone if studio flash unit overheats ............................71
9 Putting on the lamp shade (optional) ....................................72
10 Transporting and storing the studio flash unit ......................72
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11 Cleaning and maintaining the studio flash unit ....................73
11.1 Checking cables and connectors........................................73
11.2 Cleaning the studio flash unit ........................................73
11.3 Charging the flash capacitor ..........................................73
11.4 Replacing the flash tube/bulb ........................................74
11.4.1 Removing old flash tubes ........................................74
11.4.2 Removing a broken flash tube ..................................75
11.4.3 Installing a new flash tube ......................................75
11.4.4 Replacing the bulb ..................................................75
11.5 Replacing the miniature fuse ........................................76
12 Troubleshooting ..................................................................76
13 Technical data ....................................................................77
14 Spare parts and accessories ................................................78
14.1 Spare parts ....................................................................78
14.2 Accessories ....................................................................78
15 Disposal and environmental protection ................................78