Rime Lite UNION 2 User manual

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USER GUIDE
UNION 2 / 4 / 6
Please read this manual before operating UNION, and keep it for future reference.

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Index
Introduction
Intellectual Property
Safety Introduction
Unpacking
Layout
Specification
Operation Instruction for UNION
Operation Instruction for SWING
Check list when troubling
Replacing lamp and flash tube
Accessories
Warranty
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your choice for UNION.
UNION is designed for all photographers. It gives quicker and easier operation and great satisfaction for professional photographers. UNION is made of
superior electric components in the world. ( Capacitor : Rubicon Company [only made in Japan], Flash Tube : Perkin Elmer Company [ Only made in
Singapore])
Rime Lite telecommunications
Web: www.rimelite.com
Facebook: rimelites
Twitter: @rimelites
Mail : [email protected]
Headquarters: Hyundae Photonics B/D, 118-16, Chimsan-Dong, Buk-Gu, Daegu, South Korea.
Tel: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All intellectual property, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Rime Lite or its respective suppliers relating to UNION, including but not
limited to, accessories, parts, or software, is proprietary to Rime Lite. No title to or ownership in the intellectual property is transferred to you. All
applicable rights of the intellectual Property shall remain with Rime Lite and its suppliers.

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Safety Instructions
Please read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to UNION
-Do not expose to extream temperatuers ( above 140℉or below -4℉, or above 60℃or below -20℃).
-Do not expose to moisture. Do not use UNION near water.
-Do not let any foreign matter spill into UNION
-Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
-Do not expose to direct sunlight or heat sources for a prolonged period.
-Do not try to disassemble and/or repair UNION yourself.
-Do not subject UNION to severe impact,
-Do not place heavy objects on UNION.
-Do not jubject UNION to excessive pressure.
-Do not touch UNION with wet hands
-Do not store in dusty areas.
Please be aware that Rime Lite clains no responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdwon, repair, or other causes.

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Unpacking
Your package contains the following items.
MIRA Power Cable Synchro Cable Halogen
You can obtain the following accessories for UNION from your local dealer:
Trigger Receiver
SWING SWING

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Layout
Cursor
Description
Cursor
Description
①
Protecting Glass
⑨
Modeling Lamp Fuse
②
Modeling Lamp
⑩
LCD Display
③
Flash Tube
⑪
Synchro Socket
④
Modeling Base
⑫
Digital Encoder
⑤
Umbrella Holder
⑬
Power Switch
⑥
Locking Holder
⑭
Receiver Holder
⑦
Photocell
⑧
Main Inlet

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SPECIFICATION

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Operation Instruction for UNION
A. Insert a power cord into the main Inlet.
B. Turn the power switch ON
C. Before switching off, better to set all buttons & indicators to “Minimum”or “OFF”
Adjusting Flash Output
1. How to adjust Flash Power Output
- Press Digital Volume once, then you can see below image.
- Turn the Digital Volume right or left if you want to control the output.
2. How to adjust Modeling Light
- Press Digital Volume twice, then you can see below image.
- Turn the Digital Volume right or left if you want to control the modeling Light.
3. How to adjust Flash & Modeling Light
- Press Digital Volume three times, then you can see below image.
- Turn the Digital Volume right or left if you want to control the flash and modeling Light.

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Operation Instruction for SWING
Before you use SWING with UNION, please power off strobes. You will experience the great performance of both strobe and SWING.
Transmitter
- Join the transmitter to a digital camera
Receiver
- Join the receiver to a strobe.
Notice) when a user set the channel of SWING, the user should adjust the same number of both transmitter and receiver.
It can set the maximum 6 strobes per a transmitter under the same channel
If a user uses over 6 strobes under the same channel, the effective distance from both a transmitter and a receiver can be shorter.
TEST Button
The LED lamp is flickered when a user presses “TEST”button.

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Check list when troubling
1. Cannot turn on the power.
1) Please check the power switch on.
2) Please check the power cable inserted correctly.
2. Unit does not flash.
1) Please check the flash tube inserted correctly.
2) Please check the trigger coil contacted with the flash tube legs.
3) Please change the flash tube.
3. Unit does not recharge.
1) Please check the power cable inserted correctly.
2) Please check the unit voltage supplies it correct.
3) Please change the fuse.
4. Ready “beep”does not sound.
1) Please check the “SOUND”button pressed.
2) Please make sure the unit fully recharging.
5. Unit does not fire from sync connection or transmitter or remote control.
1) Check the sync cord or receiver is inserted correctly.
2) Try another sync cord or wireless system.
6. Unit sounds long “beep”sound.
1) It has been started in “overheat”mode and it turns off automatically. After a break for cooling down (from 5 min. to 10 min.),
you can turn it on again.

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Replacing lamp and flash tube
You must switch off and disconnect the power cord before changing lamp or flash tube!!

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Accessories

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UNION is free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of twenty four (24) months from the original
date of purchase by the consumer.
If during the period of warranty this product proves defective under normal use and service, you should return the
product to the retailer from whom it was originally purchased, or to any Rime Lite authorized dealer or authorized
service center, if outside the time limit for returns imposed by the retailer.
-Warranty Conditions
1. The warranty is only valid presentation of the proof purchase consisting of original invoice or sales slip
confirmation, indicating the date of purchase, retailer’s name, model and serial number. Rime Lite reserve
the right to refuse warranty service if this information has been removed or changed after the original
purchased of the product from the retailer.
2. Rime Lite’s sole obligations are to the repair of the defective part, or at its discretion, replacement of the
product (service exchange unit)
3. Warranty repair must be carried out by an authorized Rime Lite dealer/ service center. No reimbursement
will be made for repairs carried out by non-Rime Lite, and warranty coverage will not be valid for any
repairs or damage caused by such repairs.
4. Repair or replacement under the term of this warranty does not give right to extension to or a new
starting of the period of warranty. Repair or direct replacement under the terms of this warranty may be
fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units.
5. The warranty is not applicable in cases other than defects in material and workmanship. The warranty does
not cover the following:
A. Periodic checks, maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear.
B. Abuse or misuse, including but not solely limited to the failure to use this product for its normal
purpose in accordance with Rime Lite’s instructions for usage and maintenance.
C. Failure of or damage to the product arising from incorrect installation or use inconsistent with technical
or safety standards, or failure to comply with product manual instructions.