Elinchrom Style RX 300/600/1200
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1. If this equipement does not cause harmful interferences to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipement off and on the user is encouraged to correct the interferences by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipement and receiver Connect the equipement into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help ELINCA S A is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorised modifications of this equipement or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipement other than those specified by ELINCA S A The correction of interference caused by such unauthorised modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Declaration of conformity O M This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Product name Professional Studio Flash unit Trade name ELINCHROM Model number s Style RX 300 600 1200 Name of responsible party Elinca S A Av De Longemalle 11 1020 Renens Switzerland Phone 41 21 637 2677 Fax2. amp elinchromf elinca sa switzerland www elinchrom com Operating Manual X Style RX 1200 Version 230V 20625 Version 230V 20626 Version 230V 20627 120V 20725 120V 20726 120V 20727 Canada 120V 20725 1VS Canada 120V 20726 1VS Canada 120V 20727 1VS Elinca S A Style RX 01 01 2007 ENG 73253 Printed in Switzerland English C Table of contents Introduction 2 Declaration of conformity disposal and recycling CE marking 3 Safety notice and precaution 4 Operating instructions 5 Control Panel 6 Switch and Fuse 7 Modelling Light 8 Digital power display Photo cell 9 Synchronisation Wireless Remote control and flash triggering 10 Acoustic signal 10 Troubleshooting 7 10 Flash tube replacement 11 Technical Data 12 Elinchrom Accessories 13 Guarantee 14 P S Technical data subject to change The listed values are guide values which may vary due to tolerances in components used 1 Introduction O M The Elinchrom Style RX is manufactured by Elinca S A CH 1020 Renens Switzerland Dear Photographer Thank you for buying your Style RX compact flash unit All Elinchrom products are manufactured using the most advanced technology Carefully selected components are used to ensure the highest quality and the equipment is submitted to many controls both during and after manufacture We trust that it will give you many years of reliable service All Style RX flash units are manufacture
3. g blinding sunlight or obstacles the additional cell with 5 m cord extensions available solves most problems Additional cell code 11081 Extension cord 10 m code 11080 Power display Cell 9 Photocell receptor 10 ra Modellling Test and ready 5 light controls 9 Wireless Remote Control and Flash Triggering All RX units Style RX Digital RX Ranger RX are equipped with the Remote Plug to connect the EL Skyport Trigger and Remote System With the EL Skyport RX Trigger Set 19362 the RX units can be triggered wireless up to approximately 100 m distance Apart from triggering the Transmitter offers modelling lamp on off settings and flash power control in 1 10th steps By using the EL Skyport Computer Remote Trigger Set 19361 all RX functions can be controlled and peretee with a MAC or Windows computer For details of the most advanced wireless system please visit www elinchrom com gt Products gt RX Multi Remote gt EL Skyport Sychronisation socket Sync 6 The standard socket 3 5 mm mini jack 6 O N B Do not link ELINCHROM units by cable to other manufacturers sync outlets ELINCHROM uses the low voltage 5 V for security reasons Open flash test Test and Ready Having pressed the touch pad to release a flash the green READY light will ET appear again once the unit is recharged If the green light does not appear the 2 charge system could be defective Please con
4. 41 21 637 2681 We ELINCA S A hereby declare that the equipement bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable FCC rules and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that the production units of the same equipement will continue to comply with the Comissions requirements Disposal and recycling This device has been manufactured to the highest possible degree from materials which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not enviromentally damaging The device may be taken back after use to be recycled provided that is returned in a condition that is the result of normal use Any components not reclaimed will be disposed of in a environmentally acceptable manner If you have any question on disposal please contact your local office or your local ELINCHROM agent check our website for a list of all ELINCHROM agents world wide CE marking fr The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of ECC directives 89 336 ECC Electromagnetic compatibility and 73 23 ECC Low voltage directive Notational Conventions The meaning of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol Failure to observe this warning endangers your life destroys the device or may damage other equipement Supplementary information remarks and tips follow this symbol T
5. ST BE USED contact with your fingers on the glass a N will cause dark markings on the tube when it is used i 8 Check that the tube is correctly aligned central and that the trigger contact is gripping the tube refix the security spring 9 Re connect and test the unit as usual 11 Features O M e Locking bayonet ring for accessory and reflector fitting e Tilthead whit 5 8 inch stand socket e Thermal safety e User replaceable flash tube UV coated 5650 K e Halogen modelling lamp 250W with E27 fitting and 300W GX6 35for Style 1200RX 230V Version e Silent fan cooling e Controls for modelling on off cell on off acoustic signal on off e Flash and modelling power control e X synchro jack socket 3 5 mm e Socket for Plug In remote control e Auto dumping function Automatic discharge of flash power e Central umbrella tube plus external fitting e Acoustic recharging signal e Mains cable e Synchro cord of 5m jack 3 5mm plug e Protective cover e Total compatibility with all Elinchrom accessories e Very fast recycling time e Very short flash duration Technical data ORX 600RX 1200RX Flash power J Ws 300 600 1200 Power supply 230V Version V all units 215 240 120V Version V all units 110 120 F stop 1m 100 ISO with reflector 48 GN 64 1 90 1 128 1 Control range J Ws 9 300 18 600 36 1200 Recycling time 230V Version S 0 2 0 6 0 25 0 8 0 35 1 5 120V Version S 0 25 1 0 3 1 6 0 35 2 8 Flash
6. adapter E27 to GX 6 35 code 23101 allows the use of the halogen lamp 300W GX 6 35 code 23022 for Style 300 and 600 RX units If the modelling lamp does not light up 1 The filament is broken after long use replace lamp and fuse 2 The filament is broken after shock replace lamp and fuse 3 An internal component failure return the unit to customer service Digital Power Display U The actual flash power is displayed in a f stop compatible format The power range is 6 f stops The digital display provides continuous power indication of the flash and modelling lamp The controls cover a continuous output range from full power 1 1 to 1 32th in 1 10th f stop intervals During charging or discharging the display flashes In case of overheating or malfunction the display shows ER for error Note This Style 300RX 600RX and 1200RX units have an integrated discharge system protected by a thermic switch To avoid overheating lower power settings more than 2f stop can be discharged manually by releasing the flash with the Test touch button Photocell U The photocell is actived when the green LED on the touch pad 9 is illuminated When switched ON the unit can be remotely triggered by another flash unit The Style BX photocell is specially designed to work under ambiant light conditions in your studio Direct light or other strong light sources may reduce the sensitivity of the cell In difficult situations e
7. cm Softlite ae Snoot Grid set 3 Colour Gels 21 cm Zoom Spot Accessory Set Grid 18 cm Grid 21 cm Bayonet Reflector Support Set Deflectors 30 30 Set Gold Silver 11 2 cm Budget Umbrella Silver Pro Umbrella White Pro Umbrella White Pro Umbrella Gold Pro Umbrella Silver Gold 20 20 Set Gold Silver 16 5 cm 83 cm 85 cm 105 cm in 2 Barndoor set 26 Translucent 14 cm dq Rotalux Octa Rotalux Octa Rotalux Deep Octa Pro Umbrella Blue Pro Umbrella Bronze Budget Umbrella Translucent Pro Umbrella Translucent Pro Umbrella Translucent Pro Umbrella Silver 100 cm 135 cm 100 cm 83 cm 85 cm 105 cm 105 cm 105 cm 105 cm 2638 t Fr Y m W 5 a A Stand Set A Elinchrom Case Elinchrom Softbag EL Multi Table Complete Polystand 85 235 cm 3 stands 85 235 cm amp Carrying bag For 3 compacts For Digital RX amp Ranger RX For 2 compacts excepted Style RX 1200 Additional tray Single units do not include Reflectors Product range and specifications subject to change No guarantee for misprints Guarantee O M This ELINCHROM product will be repaired free of charge by the vending agent if during a period of 24 months from date of purchase its working order is impaired through a manufacturing or material defect The faulty product should be immediately sent to the authorized dealer or ELINCA agent This guarantee is not valid for equipment which has been misused dismantled modified or repaired by persons not belonging to the ELINCA d
8. d for the studio and location use of professional photographers Only by observance of the information given can you secure your warranty prevent possible damage and increase the life of this equipment Style 300RX 600RX 1200RX The quality of light and exceptional performance is the result of long research application of demanding principles the long experience of ELINCHROM in lighting products for the studio and the utilization of the latest technology in this area Totally integrated to the range of the ELINCHROM flashes the Style 300RX 600RX 1200RX units maintain the traditional look and function that is ELINCHROM The control provides continuously variable adjustment of the modelling lamp and the flash power with precision over 6 f stop from full power 1 1 to 1 32 th FCC Class B Compliance Statement Note This equipement has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipement Regulations These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipement generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
9. duration t 0 5 1 1 S 1 2850 1 2050 1 1450 t 0 5 1 32 S 1 1350 1 850 1 480 Modelling lamp 230V Version W 250 E27 250 E27 300 GX 6 35 120V Version W 150 BA15D 150 BA15D 250 BA15D 120V Canada Version W 150 E27 150 E27 150 E27 Voltage across sync cable V 5 5 5 Connected load A VA W 5 1150 6 3 1500 8 1840 Radio interference suppressiv CE IEC 491 EN 60 555 EN 61 000 4 2 3 4 5 Dimension length x diam cm 21x14 21x14 30x14 Weight kg 2 15 2 45 3 45 Optional alternative 300W GX6 35 Tolerances and specifications conforming to IEC and CE standards Technical data subject to change without notice 12 Entry level Compacts Pro Compacts RX Pro Compacts Power Packs Battery Power Packs D Lite 2 BX 250 Ri Style RX 300 Style RX 600 Style RX 1200 Ranger RX Speed Ranger RX Speed AS Ranger RX Digital RX 2400 Digital RX 1200 Digital 1500 AS Digital 3000 AS Classic 3000 D Lite 4 BX 500 Ri 230 V 10248 230 V 230 V 0 110V 110V 110V EL Skyport Transceiver Adapter gu eg EL Skyport Universal trigger Set EL Skyport Computer Remote Trigger Set EL Skyport RX Trigger Set Ranger S Head or gy EL Skyport Universal trigger Set amp 5 EL Skyport RX Trigger Set Ranger A Head Ringflash 1500 Ranger Snappy EL Skyport Computer Remote Trigger Set Entry Level Flash Heads Pro Flash Head H D Pro Flash Heads vun eo om Mini S Mini A Speed Digital SEE Digital SE Dig
10. ext which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in the order shown Quotation marks indicate names of chapters or terms 3 Safety notice O M According to safety regulations we draw your attention to the fact that these electronic flash units are not designed for use outdoors in damp or dusty conditions and should not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes causing condensation They must always be connected to an earthed grounded mains supply On no account should any object be inserted into the ventilation The units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though disconnected from the power supply Do not use in restricted area like hospitals and in explosive environnements Flash Tubes and Modelling lamps e Flashtubes and modelling lamps in use are very hot e Never touch a flash tube or lamp before the unit cooled down and is disconnected from the mains e Do not fire flashes from short distance less than 1m directed to a person and avoid looking directly into the flashlight e Keep distance to flammable materials e Keep generally distance to operating units Transport e Transport the flash unit with care and only in its original packaging or another corresponding packaging fit to protect it against knocks and jolts e Transport only in complete discharged conditions Wait a minimum 30 minutes after removing from mains supply before packaging and transp
11. fastblow fuse will protect the triac of the modelling lamp circuit the lamp and therefore the flash tube Mains socket Modelling fuse 4 AF 1 4 Mains fuse 8AT 2 Only tempered 3 Mains switch Modelling Light o M The touch pad 14 controls the modelling lamp on off and the proportional light Select the power with the touch pad 15 The modelling light output 100 is achieved when the power value is set to maximum Proportional modelling lamp is set when the position PROP is selected led is illuminated the light output is proportional to the selected flash power For all types of Style RX compact flash units use maximum 250 300W modelling lamps 230V Modelling lamps and fuses Unit Modelling lamp Code Socket Fuse Code Style 300RX 250W halostar 23018 E27 2 5AF 19033 Style 600RX 250W halostar 23018 E27 2 5AF 19033 Style 1200RX 300W halogen 23022 GX 6 35 2 5AF 19033 120V Modelling lamps and fuses Unit Modelling lamp Code Socket Fuse Code Style 300RX 150W halogen 23037 BA15D 4 AF 19035 Style 600RX 150W halogen 23037 BA15D 4 AF 19035 Style 1200RX 250W halogen 23038 BA15D 4 AF 19035 120V Canada Version Modelling lamps and fuses Unit Modelling lamp Code Socket Fuse Code Style 300RX 150W halogen 23012 E27 4 AF 19035 Style 600RX 150W halogen 23012 E27 4 AF 19035 Style 1200RX 150W halogen 23012 E27 4 AF 19035 230V Modelling lamp options 120V Modelling lamp Ki ge 23022 23101 23018 23037 This lamp socket
12. istribution network It does not cover flash tubes lamps and the normal ageing of capacitors No responsibilities can be accepted for damage resulting from unsatisfacto y operation of the equipment such as wasted film or other expenses Please register your Elinchrom product online under www elinchrom com gt Downloads gt Product Registration In case you cannot register your Elinchrom unit via internet please fill in the Guarantee card and post it to Elinca EREEREER Please return this registratioin card directly to elinca sa Diese Registrierkarte bitte direkt zur cksenden an P O Box 458 Veuillez retourner cette carte d enregistrement directement a Avenue de Longemalle 11 Vi preghiamo di far pervenire questa cartolina di iscrizione direttamente a CH 1020 Renens Por favor envie esta carta de registro directamente Switzerland Ce e Elinchrom model Elinchrom mod le i Elinchrom modell Modello di Elinchrom Modelo de Elinchrom N Date of purchase Dealer Datum des Kaufs Handler La date d achat Negociant La data di acquisto Il distributore i La fecha de la compra El comerciante i Your full name and address Ihr voller Name und redet an Votre nom complet et adresse i Il suo no
13. ital S Adapter cable Power Flash Heads Effect Lights Digital RE Ringflash 3000 Fresnel Spot SPP 6000 A 3000 N Speed Twin X4 SOO00N tzerland www elinchrom com cm Polarizing Filter 26 cm 8 ad Rotalux Square Rotalux Square Rotalux Recta Rotalux Recta Rotalux Strip 70x70cm 100 x 100 cm 70 x 90 cm 90 x 110 cm 35 x 90 cm Stand Umbrella Set To Go 2 stands 85 235 cm 2 Umbrellas silver translucent amp Carrying bag T Polarizing Filter 21 cm Barndoor set 21 cm inchr inca Sa SWI Colour Gels 21 cm 50 x 130 cm Stand Set 2 stands el 4 EL Quadra 145 x 145 EL Recta 72 x 175 cm cm EL Octa 190 cm EL Strip 33 x 175 cm Rotalux Strip amp Carrying bag atl f ii i d f A j 1 a a i i i s o o ij a a i Grid Reflector Standard Reflector Compact Reflector High Perfomance Background Reflector Varistar Reflector Reflector 16 cm 90 Maxi Spot Reflector Maxi Lite Reflector Softlite White Softlite Silver Softlite Silver Softlite White Snoot with Snoot Mini Spot Lite with filter holder Zoom Spot 18 36 Fibre Optic Kit 18 cm 60 21cm 50 21 cm 65 Reflector 26 cm 48 24 cm 90 40 cm 29 40 cm 43 70 cm 82 70 cm 64 44 cm 55 44 cm 80 grid 15 lens amp Gobos set Kit with two glass cables X 3 Kit with one glass cables Varistar Set 105 Diffuser Tissu Napisiat Sates For 70 cm Softlite For 44
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15. ortation e Never drop the flash unit danger of breaking flash tubes Power cable To guarantee safe operation use the cable supplied e The cable has to be HAR certified or VDE certified the mark HAR or VDE will appear on the outer sheat e The cable set must be selected according to the rated current for your flash unit e Do not use a spider box to connect one or more flash units FLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYING HIGH VOLTAGE FOR YOUR SAFETY NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES ONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNITS INTERNAL DEFECT CHARGE CAPACITORS MAY EXPLODE WHILST THE UNIT IS IN USE NEVER SWITCH ON A PROPER WORKING FLASH UNIT Before you start U The Style RX unit voltage must correspond with your mains voltage Style RX are delivered in 120V or 230V versions Before connecting for the first time check to make sure that your Modelling lamp coincides with the voltage line They must always be connected to an earthed grounded mains supply All Style RX units have a bayonet mount and locking ring reflector fitting for fixing all Elinchrom and Prolinca accessories Mount the unit securely to a suitable stand or support Remove the black protective cover note first turn the locking ring A as shown then rotate the black cap cover B in the same direction Fitting a reflector or accessory is the reverse of this action DO NOT opera
16. push in the plug of the original ELINCHROM mains cord into the mains socket 1 Mains Switch The switch should light up when the compact is switched on I position Switch off before removing the mains cord Troubleshooting If the on off switch 3 is ON T position but not illuminated Switch off the unit and check the mains fuse 2 If failed replace with the correct fuse and switch ON the unit This unit is protected by a thermal circuit breaker to avoid overheating Should this occur the unit turns off automatically and cannot be fired After a break for cooling the flash will be ready again for operation See page 10 Troubleshooting This equipment is not user serviceable and contains high voltages which are dangerous In the event of failure please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service station Mains Fuse Standard type 5 x 20 mm use only tempered fuse e Style 300RX SAT e Style 600RX 6 3 AT e Style 1200RX 8AT Note Before exchanging a blown fuse switch off the unit and remove mains cable Depress and turn the fuse holder anti clockwise 1 8th turn and remove it If the new fuse blows immediately upon reconnection return the unit to an ELINCHROM service centre for a check up N B Please don t forget to check the correct rating of the fuse Fuse for modelling light Fast type 5 x 20mm 2 5 AF Switch off the unit and replace the blown fuse with a new one of the correct rating The
17. tact and send to an authorized Elinchrom service Audible recharge signal Select the function with the touch pad 8 the green indicator appears F Once recycled an acoustic signal indicates that the compact unit is ready Troubleshooting 1 The mains switch 3 is ON I position but not light up e Switch OFF the unit and change the mains fuse 2 e Use only time lag fuse 16 AT corresponding to the Style RX model 2 The switch 3 is lit the open flash ready is lighting up but does not function e The flashtube in the flashhead may be faulty see page 11 e If replacing the flashtube does not solve the problem the cause could be a component failure gt please return the unit to an authorised Elinchrom service 3 The ON OFF switch 3 is lit but the open flash signal 6 is not lit e Temporary break for overheating caused by fast flash sequences or ventilation Slots obturated e Fan cooling defective gt the unit turns off automatically and cannot be fired any more After a break for cooling the flash is ready again for operation e If after several minutes of break for cooling the ready signal 6 is not lit the cause could be a component failure However high voltage may remain on the capacitor circuits gt DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT In this case please send the unit to an authorised Elincrom station 10 Flash tube replacement U If the unit does not flash but the ON OFF switch indicates that
18. te the unit without first removing the black protective cover handle A locking ring B protective Operating instructions tilthead with locking um brella holder 1 Check that the modelling lamp voltage is correct 2 Check that the mains switch 3 is in the OFF O position 3 Insert mains cable to the MAINS INLET 1 and connect to a FULLY EARTHED OUTLET 4 Using the mains SWITCH 3 and switch the unit ON I position 5 Connect the synchro cord on the socket 6 6 Select the power with the touch pad 11 12 Control Panel 13 14 15 18 Overview of controls 1 Mains inlet socket 12 Power adjustment in 1 10 f stops 2 Mains fuse slow blow 1 3 Modelling lamp switch 3 Mains Illuminated on off switch on off free or prop 4 Modelling fuse fast blow 14 Modelling power control 5 Open flash 15 Modelling power control 6 Synchro sockets Amphenol jack 3 5 mm 16 Tilt head clamp 7 Digital power display and 17 Knurled clamp screw charge discharge indicator 18 Handle 8 Acoustic recharging signal Beep 19 Stand 5 8 inch socket 9 Slave cell switch on off 20 Umbrella tube only for EL 10 Photocell receptor umbrellas diameter 7 mm 11 Power adjustment in 1 10 f stops with 21 Supplementary locking for others ADF umbrellas 22 Socket for remote or PC Multi Link Mains Supply With the MAINS SWITCH 3 switched off O position firmly
19. there is power it could be that the flashtube needs replacing Note Flash tubes Swiss quality have a long life with average use but multiflashing in long sequences can cause overheating of the electrodes leading to premature ageing or perhaps the flash tube is broken or cracked To replace the Flash tube 1 Switch off the mains switch 2 Remove the mains cable 3 Take the unit from its stand or lay it horizontally on a rigid surface It will need to be held firmly whilst removing and replacing the tube 4 Allow the flash tube and modelling lamp to cool Stand rl EN for several minutes They may be very hot N sche 5 Carefully remove and store the modelling lamp code 24029 6 Put on the protective glove delivered with your flash tube and remove un A first the security spring trigger SKA OS B the flash tube by firmly pulling it away from the unit _ 77 l on If the tube is broken avoid cutting yourself and the SS oS glove h 3j og rn If the only part to grip is the electrode e g a totally ey Ea i N smashed tube withdraw using insulated pliers or pincers 94 7 7 N There is a full discharge security circuit fitted but F a if the unit has had a heavy fall internal damage correctly aligned disconnecting a circuit could possibly happen N N 7 Take the new flash tube code 24029 for Style 300BX 600RX and d code 24068 for Style 1200RX K m A glove or plastic protection MU
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