Multiblitz PROFILITE 250 Mode D'emploi page 8

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USER`S GUIDE
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USER'S GUIDE
6. CHANGING LIGHT SHAPERS
All Multiblitz light shapers have a bayonet mount and can be locked in the units´
bayonet. Unlock the reflector lock on the bottom side of the unit by pushing it
towards the control panel, insert the desired light shaper in the mount, and turn
clockwise to lock. To remove a light shaper, proceed in the reverse order. Use
umbrellas exclusively with the PLUSCH umbrella reflector, which includes the
umbrella holder.
7. CHANGING THE HALOGEN- AND FLASH TUBES
Switch off the unit by pressing and holding the „I-0" button while firing a flash by
pressing the „TEST" button, then let go of the „I-0" button. Pull the mains cable.
Should the unit fail to fire, wait for at least 45 minutes to make sure that the capacitor
is fully discharged and the flash tube can be touched without any risk. Remove the
light shaper from the unit (see "6. Changing light shapers"). Gently push the halogen
tube inwards, turn it counterclockwise and pull it out of its socket. Put in the new
halogen tube and secure it by turning it clockwise (Follow the manufacturer's
instructions). Pull out the flash tube by gripping it by its glass. (Watch out for hot
parts and be sure not to touch the electrodes!) Carefully insert the new tube.
The firing clamp should embrace the glass and be in contact with the triggering wire.
8. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The unit is equipped with a temperature control which switches off the flash-
and the halogen light as soon as the units' inside temperature rises over approx.
50° C. When the unit has cooled-off, all functions are being switched on auto-
matically by the temperature control, again. However, temperatures of over 50° C
PROFILITE
FAQ
Why does the unit not fire when I try to sync it to my camera using a sync lead?
Check if the sync lead is properly connected to the sync socket of the unit and to your camera.
Why does the unit not fire when I try to sync it to my camera using the RS
Check if a receiving channel of the wireless receiver is active, see page 3 point 5 and if the
RS trigger is properly connected to your camera.
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Why does the unit not fire when I try to sync it to my camera using the MUSEN infrared trigger?
Check if the "IR/Slave Cell On-Off" button is switched on, see page 3 point 4 and if the
infrared trigger is properly connected to your camera.
Why does the housing above the control panel heats up a bit during stand-by?
The top side of the unit is where the power supply sits. Determined by the system it gets warm
to the touch during stand-by mode.
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are only being reached under extreme circumstances like direct, long-term
solar radiation together with an extremely high flash count and very brief flash
repetitions. The unit will not overheat when used in a usual studio set-up.
9. FUSES
To change fuses, switch the unit off and pull the power plug. Fuse box: Push the
fuse box out towards the front with the aid of small screwdriver placed behind
the upper part of the box. The fuse is located at the rear, a spare fuse at the front
of the box. Always replace the blown fuse by one with an identical rating:
220 - 240 V = T 4 A
Why does the unit sometimes fire when I turn down the output control to often
in a short period of time?
The unit has to dissipate excess energy every time the output control is being turned down.
radio trigger?
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Why can I not focus my COMSCH umbrella reflector when using it with a PROFILITE unit?
The housing size of the PROFILITE units differ from older Multiblitz units. Use the new
PLUSCH umbrella reflector with the PROFILITE.
Can I run my PROFILITE unit/s on a Multiblitz PROPAC 1 or PROPAC 2 battery pack?
No, the PROFILITE must not be run on a PROPAC 1 or PROPAC 2 battery pack.