Norman Photo Control Allure DP320 User manual

Allure DP320 Parts:
1. Flash Tube
2. Modeling Lamp
3. Reector
4. Ready Light
5. Socket for PC Sync Cord
6. Fuse Holder
7. Test Button
8. On/Off switch for slave
9. On/Off switch for modeling light
10. On/Off Power Switch
11. Slave Sensor
12. AC Power Socket
13. AC Power Cord and plug
14. Full - 1/2 - 1/4 Switch
15. Mounting Bracket
16. Handle
17. Holding screw for reector
18. DC Power Jack
19. AC/DC Mode Switch
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Instructions for
Allure DP320 by Norman
AC/DC Battery Portable Monolight
Contact us:
Photo Control Corporation
4800 Quebec Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55428
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.photo-control.com
[email protected]
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
In accordance with UL 122 and UL 1012 specications
for photographic equipment and power supplies.
When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Care must be taken as burns could occur from touching the modeling
lamp.
3. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or if the appliance
has been dropped or damaged, until it has been examined by a qualied
serviceman.
4. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a suitable current rating
should be used. Cords rated for less amperage then the appliance may
overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be
tripped over or pulled.
5. When practical, unplug the appliance form the electric outlet when not
in use. Never yank the cord to pull from the outlet. Grasp the plug and
pull to disconnect.
6. To avoid electric shock hazard, do not disassemble this appliance, but take
it to a qualied serviceman when service or repair work is required. Incor-
rect reassembly could cause an electric shock hazard when the appliance
is subsequently used.
7. To avoid electric shock hazard, do not bypass the ground pin on the AC
power cord.
8. CAUTION - Do not operate outside in the rain or inclement weather or in
the presence of standing water.

GENERAL INFORMATION
The Allure DP320 can be operated using AC, or optional BP320 Battery, DC power.
The Allure DP320 is a studio strobe light featuring high guide numbers, quick recharges, and is easy to use.
The Allure DP320 has light output power control of Full - 1/2 - 1/4 power.
The Allure DP320 has a built in slave sensor for cordless synchronization in which one strobe light is used to trigger
other lights without connecting cords. The slave sensor can also be turned off if you wish to have independent ash
control.
The Allure DP320 is suitable for use in portraiture and product photography as well as informal shooting such as
conferences, parties and exhibitions, etc.
For convenient maintenance, the circular ash tube in the Allure DP320 can easily be replaced by removing the
failed ash tube and quickly inserting a new one.
The Allure DP320 features a guide number (ISO 100, 10ft.) of 110 at Full Power and uses a 100 watt standard AC
light bulb as the modeling lamp.
How to operate the Allure DP320 in AC mode
1. Put the Allure DP320 on a light stand. Adjust the light to a suitable angle to illuminate your subject. You may
use direct lighting, softbox, or you can bounce the light into an umbrella which can be attached using the built-in
umbrella mounting bracket on the underside of the strobe unit.
2. Be sure both switches for power and modeling light are in the “OFF” position, and the AC/DC switch is in the
AC position. Then connect the light to an AC outlet by using the supplied grounded power cord.
3. Now switch on the power. The red light on the switch will light up. Wait for the light to recharge. When the
ready light (red) is on , the ash is fully charged and ready for use. The PC synchronization cord should be con-
nected to the 3.5mm jack on the back of strobe, the other end to the PC socket on your camera. The green button
is for testing the ash.
4. Turn on the modeling light switch and the orange lamp will light up at the same time with modeling light. With
the modeling light on, the effect of lighting can be pre-visualized. The angle and distance of the light to the subject
can be adjusted to give the ideal illumination. You can leave the modeling lights on as you shoot, or once your
adjustments have been made, you can turn them off.
5. The Main light is triggered by connecting the PC cord to the light. You may also trigger the light using a small
ash unit attached to your camera and the slave sensor “ON”. This will trigger the slave sensor on the strobe light,
and the strobes will ash without the need a of PC cord.
How to operate the Allure DP320 in DC mode
1. Put the Allure DP320 on a light stand. Adjust the light to a suitable angle to illuminate your subject. You may
use direct lighting, softbox, or you can bounce the light into an umbrella which can be attached using the built-in
umbrella mounting bracket on the underside of the strobe unit.
2. Be sure that the AC/DC switch is in the DC position on the Allure DP320, and the DC power source is off. Then
connect the light to the DC battery source, such as the BP320, using the supplied cable
3. Now switch on the power to the DC power source (the power switch on the Allure should remain off). When the
ready light on the Allure DP320 lights up, the ash is fully charged and ready for use. The PC synchronization cord
should be connected to the 3.5mm jack on the back of the strobe, the other end to the PC socket on your camera.
4. Modeling lights will not function in DC mode.
5. The Main light is triggered by connecting the PC cord to the light. You may also trigger the light using a small
ash unit attached to your camera and slave sensor “ON”. This will trigger the slave sensor on the strobe light, and
the strobes will ash without the need a of PC cord.
Model Allure DP320
Flash Output (WS) 320
Guide No. (ASA 100, 10ft) 110 (with included 5” reector)
Flash Power Control Full, 1/2, 1/4
Modeling Lamp 100w(max) 120V
Modeling Light Control ON/OFF(AC Mode)
AC DC
Recycling Time (sec) Full - 5.5 Dependent on Source
1/2 - 2
1/4 - 1
Slave Sensor ON/OFF Switch
Flash/Charge Conguration LED Charge Indicator
Fuse Safety Protection 5A
Protective Cover Included Yes
User Replaceable Flashtube Yes
Accessories Included Flash Tube, Protective Cover, 5” Reector
AC Power Cord, Sync Cord, Modeling Light
DC Power Cord
Power Source AC 110-120v 60Hz
DC BP320
Angle of Illumination 64o
Color Temperature 5500K
Dimensions (in) Width 4.8 - Height 7.5 - Depth 9.75
(With Mounting Bracket folded in and no Flashtube
Modeling Lamp, or Reector)
Weight (lbs) 3.65
Precautions
Do not trigger the ash when the ready light is not on. This will inadvertently
shorten the life of the ash tube and the efciency of the whole unit. In order to keep
the capacitors working at their peak and in good condition, use the light regularly.
If it is stored away for a long period of time, the light should be plugged in, turned
on, and allowed to charge up, then discharged. Do this at least 5 times.
If the Light fails to work, rst check whether the fuse is good. If the fuse is burned,
change it. If the light still does not operate, contact a qualied technician to repair
it. Do not try to open up the light as there are high voltage capacitors which could
cause harm. Also avoid using the light in a wet or humid environment.
Specications