Priolite M-PACK 500 User manual

PRI
O LITE GmbH / Gattingerstr. 7 / D-97076 Würzburg / Tel [phone] / eMail in[email protected] / http://www.priolite.com
Instruction manual
Instruction manual
M
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+ PRIO HEAD
M
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(HS)
+ PRIO HEAD

Instruction manual PRI O LITE M-PACK 500 / M-PACK 1000 (HS) + PRIO HEAD 1000
PRI O LITE GmbH Wuerzburg - Last revised: 08/2014 - Page 2
USER MANUAL.
Technical data are subject to change. No guarantee for misprints. The listed values are
guide values and should not be understood as binding in a legal sense. The values can
differ due to tolerances in used components.

Instruction manual PRI O LITE M-PACK 500 / M-PACK 1000 (HS) + PRIO HEAD 1000
PRI O LITE GmbH Wuerzburg - Last revised: 08/2014 - Page 3
Table of contents.
Introduction..................................................................................................................4
Description ..................................................................................................................4
Standard delivery ........................................................................................................4
Intended use................................................................................................................5
Safety instructions.......................................................................................................5
Specific safety precautions when working with Lithium-ion batteries ..........................6
Technical data power pack..........................................................................................7
Technical data flash head............................................................................................8
Initial operation............................................................................................................8
Set-up and assembly.............................................................................................8
Adjustment of the tilting head.................................................................................8
Attachment and removal of the glass dome before operating flash heads.............9
Mounting of accessories to flash heads.................................................................9
Connection of reflectors to flash heads..................................................................9
Connection of softboxes to flash heads...............................................................10
Umbrella attachment to flash heads ....................................................................10
Acclimatizing........................................................................................................10
Overheating.........................................................................................................10
Starting-up...........................................................................................................10
Replacement of the battery drawer......................................................................11
Connection to the charger....................................................................................12
Functions on the operating panel .............................................................................12
Control knob ........................................................................................................12
PILOT function box (modeling lamp) ...................................................................12
RADIO function box (radio operation)..................................................................13
AUXILIARIES function box (Slave; FC, Audio)....................................................13
Test......................................................................................................................13
Flash readiness ...................................................................................................13
Flash triggering..........................................................................................................14
Automatic Power Drop (APD)....................................................................................14
Maintenance..............................................................................................................15
Replacement of flash tubes .................................................................................15
Regular inspections and repairs................................................................................15
Return to customer service........................................................................................15
Disposal.....................................................................................................................15
Accessories...............................................................................................................15
Cover page.
Contact data..............................................................................................................16
Declaration of conformity...........................................................................................16

Instruction manual PRI O LITE M-PACK 500 / M-PACK 1000 (HS) + PRIO HEAD 1000
PRI O LITE GmbH Wuerzburg - Last revised: 08/2014 - Page 4
Introduction.
Dear photographer,
Thank you for selecting the PRI O LITE power pack and flash head.
As a young, aspiring company, PRI O LITE intends to use innovative technologies and high-
quality products to open up new market segments for professional photography.
Our devices are based on state-of-the-art technology and equipped with carefully selected
components. Our production process is being continuously monitored to ensure high-quality
and safety standards.
Before using this unit, please read the operating manual and safety instructions carefully to
prevent damage to the device and maintain your warranty.
We wish you many successful years of productive and innovative work with our equipment.
Should you have questions about our products, please contact us!
Best regards,
PRI O LITE GmbH
Description.
The PRI O LITE M-PACK 500 und M-PACK 1000 (HotSync) are radio-controlled, battery-
operated power packs with an exchangeable battery which provide one socket for flash
head connection per power pack. The PRIO HEAD 1000 is intended for connection to the
M-PACKs and works with both types of generators (500 and 1000). The power packs’
power output ranges from a minimum level of 16J up to a maximum of 500J and 1000J
covering a range of 6 and 7 f-stops, respectively, which are precisely adjustable in 1/10
increments. The flash recycle time to maximum output is about 2.5 seconds. The flash head
is equipped with an energy-saving LED array as modeling lamp.
The M-Pack HotSync (HS) version is optimized for flash synchronisation up to 1/8000 sec.
Therefore, it provides a long and constant flash duration of 1/200 sec. HotSync function is
only usable in combination with the Priolite Remote Control RC-HS-C/N/P (see instruction
manual) for operation with Canon/Nikon/Pentax cameras, respectively. The M-Pack
HotSync version can also be triggered from other sources, but in this case, the flash sync
time is limited to 1/200 sec.
Delivery of power pack and flash head includes.
◊1 M-PACK 500 or M-PACK 1000 (HS):
◊1 multi-voltage battery charger (M-PACK 500, 16V; M-PACK 1000 (HS), 58V)
◊1 synchronization cable.
◊1 PRIO HEAD 1000:
◊1 flash tube, pluggable, 1 glass dome, 1 black protective cap for transport
◊1 modeling lamp (LED) and 1 tilting head.
For the composition of the kits, please refer to our currently valid price-list.

Instruction manual PRI O LITE M-PACK 500 / M-PACK 1000 (HS) + PRIO HEAD 1000
PRI O LITE GmbH Wuerzburg - Last revised: 08/2014 - Page 5
Intended use.
This power pack is intended for mobile use in professional photography in the studio or on
location. Its purpose is the provision of electrical power for flash generation. The generated
power output is delivered to the flash head. The units must not be used for any other
purpose.
Power packs store energy in capacitors by collecting high voltages, which creates
particular sources of danger. Before using this unit, read and comply the following
safety instructions.
Safety instructions.
◊Flash units may not be operated without supervision.
◊Always use extreme care when handling power packs and flash heads. Damages to
flashtubes should be excluded. A damaged flash tube poses a risk of severe injury
or death, as the voltage-carrying electrodes are exposed and you might come in
contact with them. Therefore, in case of a damaged flash tube the power pack
must be switched off immediately and the flash head disconnected from the
generator. For safety reasons, before exchanging the flash tube you must wait at least
5 minutes after separating the flash head from the switched-off power pack to ensure
that the capacitors have completely discharged via the internal safety circuit. The same
applies to any type of maintenance work or before transports, which may be undertaken
on the units only when they have been switched off/separated and after the waiting
period has expired.
◊Contact with the capacitor voltage is life-threatening; thus, the opening of the casing and
repairs on power packs and flash heads must be carried out only by authorized
customer service personnel.
◊Only the provided original PRI O LITE charger must be used for charging the batteries.
Before each use, check to ensure that the casing as well as all cables, connectors and
sockets are in good, undamaged condition. Otherwise operation of this device is
forbidden; damaged units and/or cables must be repaired or replaced by authorized
customer service personnel.
◊Flash heads must be operated only with a properly mounted glass dome, as flash tubes
can explode due to the development of overpressure.
◊It is particularly important to protect power packs and flash heads from moisture, splash
water, and impacts during use or transport. These units are not designed for operation
in dusty environments. Flash systems must never be used in potentially explosive
areas; to prevent the risk of fire, do not store flammable materials (e.g. decorative
materials, paper, etc.) in the immediate vicinity of the flash units.
◊Do not insert any objects into the ventilation slits or the charging or synchronization
sockets. The ventilation slits must be kept clear during operation.
◊Flash units mounted on pantographs, ceiling systems, or extended stands must be
doubly secured against falling down.