RPS Studio RS-SP300 User manual

Studio Plus
300 Watt/Second Monolite
Instructions
Model RS-SP300
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• Caution •
• Even unplugged, the unit maintains considerable
internal voltage. There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Do not disassemble! Refer to authorized service
center for any repairs.
• Do not exceed 150 Watts modeling lamp. The excess
heat can damage the unit.
• Do not touch the bulb when it is hot!
• When not in use, disconnect from the power supply
• Avoid sudden impacts as this can damage the flash
tube and/or modeling lamp!
• The unit must be connected to a 3 prong grounded
outlet.

RPS Studio Plus
The RPS RS-SP300 Monolite is the latest technological
design in high power professional monolites. Built for rugged
reliability and great quality. All of the settings are controlled
on the back of the unit.
Preparing Your Flash for Use
1) Carefully remove the flash unit from the box. The unit is
supplied with a modeling lamp, power cord, flash tube
(installed), reflector, synch cord, and protective cap.
2) Mount the flash unit on an appropriate light stand and
adjust the angle to suit.
3) Remove the protective cap and install the modeling light
by screwing it into the threaded socket. CAUTION: Do not
touch the lamp with your bare hands. Oil residue from your
fingers can cause the surface of the lamp to heat unevenly
and explode.
4) Install the reflector on the front of the unit. The reflector
bayonets into position and is held secure by turning the
locking ring clockwise until snug. Be sure the hole in the
reflector is located at the bottom so an umbrella can be
inserted.
5) Before plugging the power cord into the wall socket, be
certain that the power switch is set to the off “O" position.
NOTE: This unit is designed to work on 110-120 Volts 60 HZ
AC current.
6) Turn the power switch to the on “—" position. The flash
will sound a beep and ithe red charge light will come on.
Once the unit has reached full capacity, an audible beep will
sound and the red charge light will go off and the green
Ready light will come on.
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Setting the Flash Unit’s Controls
Photo Cell Controls the internal Photo Cell. Push in to
turn on, push again to turn off the cell.
Modeling Light Controls the Modeling light. Push in to
turn on, push again to turn off the modeling light.
Power Switch Turn the power on and off. Turn the power
switch to the on “—" position to turn on, or to the “O" position
to turn off.
Power Cord Power Cord Socket. Be sure to use a ground
3 prong outlet.
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Fuse Holder Pull out the fuse holder to replace the internal
fuse.
3.5mm Synch Cord Input A synch cord is provided with
your flash unit. The input is a 3.5mm mini plug.
Test To fire the flash without taking a picture, push the
flash button.
Sound This features an audible “beep” sound when the
flash unit is fully recycled and ready to shoot. To turn the
sound on push the switch to the in position. To turn the
sound off, push the switch again to the out position.
Charge This light will glow red when the unit is recycling.
When the unit is fully charged the ight will go out.
Power Adjustment Knob This controls the power ratio,
adjustable from full power, down to 1/8 power. If the
modeling lamp is turned on, the modeling lamp will also
adjust in brightness. NOTE: When adjusting the power from
full power to a lower setting, press the test button to release
the power in the capacitor.
Ready Light This light will glow green when the unit is fully
recycled and ready to shoot. During charging the light will go
off.

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Flash Output
Power Guide Number f/Stop at 10 ft*
Full Power Guide Number 160 f/16
1/2 Power Guide Number 110 f/11
1/4 Power Guide Number 80 f/8
1/8 Power Guide Number 56 f/5.6
*Assuming ISO 100 Sensitivity
Technical Data
Maximum Output Power 300 Watt/Seconds
Maximum Guide Number 160 (ISO 100/ft)
100% Recycling Time 3-5 seconds
Power Adjustment 1/8th to Full Power
adjustable
Modeling Lamp JDD E27 120V 100 Watts
— On/Off Switch
— Tracking
Color Temperature Daylight 5500° Kelvin
+/- 100° Kelvin
Triggering Methods - Synch Cord
- Test Button
- Internal Photo Cell
Triggering Voltage 5V DC
Synch Distance up to 36 ft
Voltage Range 110-120 V AC
Flash Tube User Replaceable
Reflector/Softbox Mount Fits Elinchrom Style
Weight 4.25 lbs

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Optional Accessories
• Softbox
Get softer, more even illumination with
one of these soft boxes from RPS Studio.
Fits directly onto the front of the strobe.
Easy to use and set up. Available in
square, rectangular, or octagonal shapes
in a wide range of sizes. Perfect for
portraits and highly reflective surfaces.
• Umbrellas
Soft bounce lighting is the key to wider,
softer illumination. Fills in shadows,
eliminates harsh reflections. Available in
sizes from 24 inches to 43 inches
diameter, in white, gold, and silver.
Mounts directly to the flash mounting
bracket supplied with your monolite.
• Light Stands
We offer over 20 different light stands in
a variety of heights and for a variety of
purposes. Includes a 5/8" mounting stud
so you can mount your flash unit directly
on the top of the stand.
For more information on these and other
accessories check our website;
http://www.dotlinecorp.com

1 Year Limited Warranty.
Dot Line Corp. warrants that if the accompanying product proves to be
defective to the original purchaser in material or workmanship within 1
year from the original retail purchase, Dot Line Corp. will, at its option,
either repair or replace same without charge (but no cash refund will be
made).
What you must do to enforce the warranty: You must deliver, mail or
ship the product together with the original bill of sale, to:
Dot Line Corp. 9420 Eton Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311
Phone [phone] Fax [phone].
Limitation of Liability and Remedies: This warranty is void if any
defects are caused by abuse, misuse, negligence or unauthorized
repairs. All liability for incidental or consequential damages is specifically
excluded. The company shall have no liability for any damages due to
lost profits, loss of use or anticipated benefits, or other incidental,
consequential, special or punitive damages arising from the use of, or
inability to use, this product, whether arising out of contract, negligence,
tort, or under any warranty, even if the company has been advised of the
possibility of such damages. The Company’s liability for damages in no
event shall exceed the amount paid for the product. The Company
neither assumes nor authorizes anyone to assume for it any other
liabilities.
Some states do not allow for the exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary
from state to state.
RPS Studio Products are Marketed exclusively by:
Dot Line Corp. 9420 Eton Ave.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
818-700-9997 • Fax [phone]
www.dotlinecorp.com
email: [email protected]
Product Made in China © Dot Line Corp. 2008
These Instructions are for RS-SP300 monolites. Pictures may vary.
Specifications are subject to change. Printed March 2008.