Pixapro LUMI User manual

Instruction Manual
Compact Studio Flash

FOREWORD
Thanks for choosing LUMI series studio flash. It is a durable and good quality
strobe with complete functions to help photographers create desired lighting
effects. The product is suited for wedding, portrait, and product photography.
The LUMI flash offers:
Precise output control, 30 steps from 5.0-8.0 in 0.1 increments
High-qualified modeling lamp, 150W output steplessly adjustable
High output stability, a tolerance of not larger than 2% under the same output
Anti-preflash function, enabling synchronization with cameras having a one-
preflash firing system
Auto power discharge when the flash output is adjusted from high to low
Adjusted settings intelligently remembered after 3s and automatically recovered
after a restart
Wireless control of the flash power ratio, the on or off of modeling lamp and
buzzer, as well as flash triggering
CONTENTS
01 Foreword
02 For Your Safety
02 Caution
03 Names of Parts
03 Body
03 Accessories
04 Separately Sold Accessories
04 Operations
04 Flash Preparation
04 Power Connection
04 Modeling Lamp
05 Power Output Control
05 Test Button
05 Sync Triggering
05 Slave Trigger Model
05 Buzz Function
06 Memory Function
06 Wireless Control Function
06 Tube Replacement
07 Technical Data
07 Maintenance
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
To prevent damage to the product or injury to you or to others, read the
following safety precautions in their entirety before using this product. Keep
these safety instructions where users can read them for ready reference.
Do not disassemble or modify
There are high-voltage components inside the unit. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in electric shock or product malfunction. Should the
product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, send the defective
back to authorized service center for inspection and maintenance.
Keep dry
Do not handle with wet hands or immerse in or expose to water or rain. Failure
to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.
Keep out of the reach of children
This device contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard. Consult a
physician immediately if a child swallows any part of this device.
Do not expose to high temperature
Do not leave the device in a closed vehicle in the sun or in other areas subject to
extremely high temperature. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire
or damage to the housing or internal parts.
CAUTION
After 30 continuous flashes at full power, the flash should be cooled down for
about 3 minutes. Overheating will occur if it is used continuously without cooling
down.
Do not keep using the modeling lamp for a long time, otherwise flammable
accessories attaching to flash head, e.g. softbox will get burnt. A 10-minute time
is recommended in this case. After 10 minutes, cool it down for 1 minute.
When using a snoot, do not keep the modeling lamp on for a long time or fire too
frequently (not over six times for one minute). Overheating will result in damages
for strobe housing and/or studio light.
Do not touch the lamp cap when the flash or modeling lamp is working, as it will
give out heat, leading to high surface temperature.
Do not touch the two terminals of the tube outlet as there is high voltage inside.
Wear insolated gloves before replacing the tube or modeling lamp.
Avoid sudden impacts as this can damage the flash tube and/or modeling lamp.
Do not flash directly towards naked eyes (especially those of babies), otherwise
it may lead to visual impairment.
Disconnect from the power supply when it will not be used for an extended
period.
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Body
NAMES OF PARTS
1. AC Power Socket 11. Modeling Lamp Indicator
2. Sync Cord Jack 12. Buzz Indicator
3. Power Switch 13. Slave Triggering Indicator
4. Modeling Lamp Output Controller 14. Test Indicator Lamp
5. Flash Output Controller 15. Light Sensor
6. Modeling Lamp Button 16. Fuse
7. Sound Button 17. Wireless Control Port
8. Slave Model Button 18. Mounting Bracket
9. Test Button 19. Umbrella Input
10. Digital Display 20. Direction Adjusting Handle
1. Sync Cord
2. Power Cord
3. Lamp Cover
4. Modelling Lamp
5. Instruction Manual
Accessories
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SEPARATELY SOLD ACCESSORIES
The product can be used in combination with the following accessories sold
separately, so as to achieve best photography effects:
FT-16 Remote Control, Power Inverter, Softbox, Photographic Umbrella, Light Stand,
Barndoor, Snoot, etc.
OPERATIONS
Flash Preparation
Power Connection
Use the power cord to connect the flash to an AC power source and turn on the
power switch (3). The Digital Display (10) lights up, indicating it's connected.
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2. Attach the flash unit on an appropriate light stand. Adjust the mounting bracket
(18) for a good angle and make sure it's tightened and fixed. Use the direction
adjusting handle (20) to adjust the flash to a desired direction. Umbrella input (19)
is for different photo umbrellas to put in.
Modeling Lamp
Modeling Lamp Button (6) controls the modeling lamp status: when modeling lamp
indicator lights up, modeling lamp is on; if not, modeling lamp is off. Modeling lamp
1.Take down the lamp
cover. Install the modeling
lamp and put on the glass
protection cover (sold
separately) and standard
reflector (supplied only
with certain kits). To
uninstall the standard
reflector, press the release
button on the flash head
and turn the standard
reflector counter-clockwise
to take it out, as illustrated
in the picture.)
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When there is flammable accessory on the flash unit, do not keep the
modeling lamp on for a long time. It is recommended to cool it down
for one minute after 10 minutes' working.
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it's fully charged.
The device is equipped with memory function for the panel setting. It will help
remember the panel setting 3 seconds after you set it. When starting up the flash
next time, the panel setting will be the same as that before powering it off.
The flash unit is built in with a Wireless Control Port (17) so that you can wirelessly
control the on-and-off of your flash, modeling lamp and buzzer, as well as adjust
the flash output level, etc.
To control the flash wirelessly, you need a PIXAPRO series remote control set (on-
camera and on-flash). Insert its receive end into the Wireless Control Port (17) on
the flash and insert the transmit end into the camera hot shoe. Settings made on
the hotshoe-mounted transmit and receive ends will be wirelessly communicated
to the flash. Then you can press the camera shutter-release button to trigger the
flash.
For full instructions on the use of FT series remote control, see its user manual.
Shut down the power and remove the power cord before replacing the flash tube
and wear insulated gloves. Then, loosen the iron wire on the tube, keep a
balanced hold on the two feet of the flash tube and pull out the old tube gently.
Take down the feet casing from the old tube and put it on the new one. Hold two
feet of the new tube, and target directly towards the two copper outlets, then push
them slightly in. Twine the iron wire on the stainless steel sheet to fix the flash
tube.
Memory Function
Wireless Control Function
Tube Replacement
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Power Output Control
Test Button
Sync Triggering
Slave Trigger Model
Buzz Function
Flash output controller (5) decides different power output, satisfying the light
requirements in different environment. The power is adjustable freely from 5.0 to
8.0 which will be accordingly told on the digital display (10). “OF” on the display
indicates that the flash triggering function is turned off. It can automatically
discharge power when the flash output is adjusted from high to low.
To fire the flash without taking a picture, press the test button (9). It can also help
adjust the flash brightness when combined with the flash output controller (5).
The sync cord jack (2) is a Φ3.50mm plug.
Insert a trigger plug here and the flash will be
fired synchronously with the camera shutter.
Three slave triggering models are available
and can be set by pressing Slave Model Button (8).
1.No optical control: The slave triggering indicator (13) is off, indicating the slave
triggering function is shut down.
2.One fire model: The slave triggering indicator (13) glows blue, indicating the flash
will fire synchronously when receiving one external flash. In this model, the flash
can function as an auxiliary lamp, offering various effects of light and shadow.
3.Anti-preflash model: The slave triggering indicator (13) glows red, indicating the
flash will receive two external flashes within 2 seconds and will fire synchronously
when receiving the second flash. In this model, the flash can function as an
auxiliary lamp, applicable to TTL system. With this anti-preflash function,
synchronization is supported with cameras having a one-preflash firing system.
The sound button (7) is used to decide whether there is sound reminder for ready
flash after recharging. When the buzz indicator (12) is on, it means buzz function is
working; if it is off, the buzz function is shut down. A “BI” sound will be heard when
output controller (4) is used for adjusting the power output level of modeling lamp.
Modeling lamp will be off automatically after lighting for 2 hours, avoiding overheat
due to long-time lighting when the user is not nearby.

TECHNICAL DATA
Model
Max Power (WS)
Guide Number(m ISO 100)
Color Temperature
Operating Voltage
Power Output Control
Modeling Lamp (W)
Recycle Time
Triggering Method
Flash Duration
Fuse
Dimension
Net Weight
5600±200K
AC200-240V/50Hz
OFF, 5.0~8.0（1/32~1/1）
150W
Sync cord, Test button, Slave triggering, Wireless control port
1/2000~1/800s
8A
Flash diameterΦ12.5CM, height of flash with handle 25CM,
length of flash with lamp cover 35CM
Approx.1.8KG
MAINTENANCE
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LUMI200
200WS
49
LUMI300
300WS
58
LUMI400
400WS
65
Approx.1.9KG Approx.2KG
Shut down the device immediately when it works abnormally and find out the
reason.
Avoid sudden impacts and the lamp should be dedusted regularly.
It is normal for the lamp to be warm when in use. Avoid continuous flashes if
unnecessary.
Maintenance of the flash must be performed by our authorized maintenance
department which can provide original accessories. The flash-tube and the
modeling lamp are user-replaceable. Replacement tubes and lamps can be
obtained from the manufacturer.
This product, except consumables e.g. flash tube and modeling lamp, is
supported with a one-year warranty.
Unauthorized service will void the warranty.
If product fails or comes into contact with any liquids, do not use it until it is
repaired by professionals.
Disconnect the power when cleaning the flash or when changing the flashtube /
modeling lamp.
Changes made to the specifications or designs may not be reflected in this
manual.
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