GENI Zap Strobe FL-45P User manual

CAUTION!
Risk of electric shock
Read instructions before installing
or connecting to power
Zap Strobe
FL-45P, FL-75P, FL-150P
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Have a Blast with Zap
The Powerfully Stylish Strobe
ãCopyright 2002 Geni Electronics Co., Ltd.
Product specifications may be subject to change.
Please visit http://www.geni.com.tw for updates.

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Follow standard precautions for all electronic products.
Warning!
ŸDisconnect from power source at least five minutes before removing
lens cover or servicing. Electric charge remains briefly after unit is
disconnected from electric power supply. Keep lens cover closed while
operating.
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ŸZap Strobes contain no user serviceable parts. Servicing must be
conducted by qualified technicians only.
ŸKeep away from fire. Keep flammable material away from unit. Do not
operate in wet conditions or near liquids.
ŸKeep air vents clear to avoid overheating. Never insert objects into air
vents.
ŸStrobe lamps emit bright light. Do not look directly at lamp when lit.
ŸDisconnect mains power supply immediately if strobe falls or is struck.
Have a qualified technician inspect for safety before operating.
ŸNever remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
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About Zap Strobes
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ZAP Strobes deliver a powerful flash -- with either manual or remote control. Their
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stylish, lightweight case is ideal for mobile light shows or installations. Zap Strobes
come ready for use.
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Zap Strobe models FL-45P, FL-75P and FL-150P are very similar in construction:
Their main difference is varying lamp wattage.
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1. Unpack your Zap Strobe. Zap Strobes come with lamp and bracket (A2)
installed.
2. Geni products are inspected at the factory and shipped in perfect condition. If
damage occurred in transport, please contact your Geni dealer immediately.
3. Use a 5-kg rated C-clamp to secure the strobe bracket (A2) to trussing. Allow one
meter (three feet) of space for cooling. After adjusting strobe angle, tighten the
bracket knob (A7). Strobe can be operated at any angle. The angle guide (A8),
showing degrees of slant, is there for reference.
Maintenance
Always disconnect power and wait five minutes before servicing. Wipe strobe body
clean with a damp towel. Use a mild glass cleaner and towel to clean the lens and
interior reflector as needed. Do not dampen electronic parts, lamp or surrounding
material. Do not use powerful solvents to clean the lens or body: discoloration or
distortion may result.
Product Specifications
Dimensions: 200mm diameter x 230mm length (not including bracket)
Flash rate: Approximately 1 to 12 flashes per second (1-12 Hz)
Remote trigger signal: 10V DC positive pulse
Signal jack: 1/4inch (6.35mm) mono microphone jack
FL-45P, FL-75P, FL-150P Fuse: TIA/20mm VDE
Voltages available from manufacturer: 120V~60Hz; 230V~50Hz
Note: The 230V~50Hz model can be used in 240V~50Hz environments.
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Name: Zap Strobe FL-45P
Lamp: Geni ST-045 high output helical xenon strobe tube
Weight: 1.25kgs (120V); 1.29kgs (230V); 1.36kgs (230V CE)
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Name: Zap Strobe FL-75P
Lamp: Geni ST-075 high output helical xenon strobe tube
Weight: 1.29kgs (120V); 1.33kgs (230V); 1.40kgs (230V CE)
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Name: Zap Strobe FL-150P
Lamp: Geni ST-150 high output helical xenon strobe tube
Weight:1.33kgs (120V); 1.40kgs (230V); 1.47kgs (230V CE)

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Lamp Replacement
Strobe lamps in FL-45P, FL-75P and FL-150P have a life of at least 5 million flashes.
Replace burnt-out strobe lamps in FL-45P, FL-75P and FL-150P as follows. Always
use appropriate Geni ST-series replacement lamps.
1. Disconnect power source. Let unit cool five minutes.
2. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw in the clasp that connects
the lens (A4) to the strobe body (A5). While grasping the strobe body (A5), turn the
lens (A4) clockwise. You will hear a click. Remove the lens.
3. Grasp the burnt-out strobe lamp. Pull straight out. Discard old lamp properly.
Keep away from children and animals.
4. Cover your hands with lint-free gloves or cloth. Grasp the new strobe lamp tube.
Insert its pins straight into the strobe lamp socket. Do not touch lamp tube with bare
hands, as this will shorten the lamp life. Use rubbing alcohol and a lint-free cloth to
wipe lamp tube clean if it is accidentally touched.
5. Align the lens and body: A knob in the lens fits nicely into a slot in the body. Turn
the lens counterclockwise on the body, bringing the screw hole on the clasp (A3)
into place. Tighten the retaining screw into place.
Manual Control Operation
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1. Make sure that power supply and product voltages are the same. Plug the Zap
Strobe mains power cord into properly grounded socket.
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2. Twist the SPEED knob(B4) on the back of the unit to set flash rate. Zap Strobes
flash approximately from 1 to 12 times per second.
Remote Control Operation
1. Link the strobe to an analog strobe controller, for example, Geni FL-01C or FL-
34C, as follows:
A. Plug one end of a standard microphone cable with 1/4-inch mono jacks to
the controller output socket.
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B. Run your line to the first strobe. Insert the 1/4-inch mono jack into the Zap
Strobe's IN (B5) socket. Insert another cable with 1/4-inch mono jacks into the first
strobe unit's OUT (B6) socket.
C. Run your line to the next strobe, and make connections by repeating the
process above. Observe controller instructions regarding the maximum number of
strobes that can be linked.
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2. Make sure that power supply and product voltages are the same. Plug the Zap
Strobe mains power cord into properly grounded power source. Plug controller into
power source.
3. Adjust strobe flash rate according to your controller instructions. On the Geni FL-
01C controller, for example, simply turn on the POWER switch and twist the control
knob to adjust flash rate.
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Zap Strobe, Illustration A
A1
A3
A1 - Hole for C-clamp
A2 - Bracket
A3 - Clasp
A4 - Lens
A5 - Strobe Body
A6 - Back Panel
(Details on Page 4)
A7 - Bracket Knob
A8 - Angle Guide A8
A7
A6
A5
A4
A2
Back Panel, Illustration B
B7
B6
B5
B4
B3 B2
B1
B1 - Product Specification Area
B2 - Certification Mark Area
B3 - Serial Number Area
B4 - Speed Adjustment Knob
B5 - Signal IN Connection
B6 - Signal OUT Connection
B7 - Mains Power Line
Note: Look at the Product
Specification Area to see
which strobe version you have
and to know which instructions you
should follow.