WalimeXPro VC-1000Q User manual

Copy of Instruction Manual
VC-Quarzlight 1000Q

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Inhalt
1. How to understand the instruction manual .................................. 4
1.1 Markings on the device .....................................................................4
1.2 Markings in the manual .....................................................................4
2. Important safety notes ................................................................. 5
3. Unpack and check the device ........................................................ 8
4. Overview about the parts ............................................................. 9
5. Quick start guide......................................................................... 10
6. Preparation for operation ........................................................... 10
6.1 Mount on tripod (optional) .............................................................10
6.2 Demount and mount protection cap…..……………………………………… .11
6.3 Demount and mount reflector ........................................................13
6.4 Plug in and out of lamp………………………………..……………………………….13
6.5Connect to power supply.................................................................14
7. Operation of the device .............................................................. 15
7.1 Adjust tilt angle................................................................................15
7.2 Switch the device on and off ...........................................................15
7.3 Switch the lamp on and off..............................................................15
8. Transportation and storage......................................................... 16
9. Solve problems ........................................................................... 17
10. Maintenance............................................................................... 18
10.1 Continuous inspections ...................................................................18
10.2 Cleaning ...........................................................................................18
10.3 Change lamp ....................................................................................19
10.4 Change micro-fuse...........................................................................19
11. Accessories and options .............................................................. 20
12. Spare parts.................................................................................. 21
13. Disposal and environment protection ......................................... 21
14. Technical Specifications .............................................................. 22

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Thank you very much for your confidence. We wish you much pleasure and
success with your device.
The walimex pro VC-Quarzlight 1000Q is a new developed Continuous Light
and especially suitable for ambitious beginners and professional users in
film and studio photography. The device is characterized through a realistic
colour shade, excellent colour temperature and a stable light source.
The main features of your device as follows:
stable light with constant colour temperature
reliable cooling fan
rotatable and tiltable socket, which fits on every common lamp tripod
very lightweight
can be used with compact cameras.
Please read these instructions carefully before using your device for
the first time. It includes everything you need to know to avoid
physical injuries and damages.
Please pay attention to all safety notes in this instruction manual.
Please keep this manual safe. In case of selling or leaving the device
to other persons, please don´t forget to hand this manual over as
well.

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1. How to understand the instruction manual
1.1 Markings on the device
This marking mean, that your device meets the safety
requirements of all relevant European Directives.
This marking mean, that your device should be disposed in
the local disposal points.
1.2 Markings in the manual
Marking
Meaning
Indicates the handling and consequences of safety
notes.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in a serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
ADVICE:
Indicates potentially physical damages and other
important information in connection with your
device.

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2. Important safety notes
WARNING
Risk of eye injury
The optical radiation of the lamp could blind your eyes and lead to
afterimages, if persons and animals look into the lamp directly. This could
lead to injuries. Please avoid persons and animals looking into the lamp
directly.
WARNING
Danger of crashing, entrapment and fire through the falling down of the
device
The weight of the device is 1,53 kg.
Make sure, that the device is always positioned tilt and skid resistant
and stored securely.
Keep out of reach of children and animal. They could overturn the
device.
Avoid placing cables where they can be tripped over. The device could
be overturned.
WARNING
Danger of electric shock, burn hazard
Please note, that the device is still connected with the supply voltage
even if it is switched off. Just after disconnecting the device from the
power supply through pulling out the power cable, the device is actually
de-energized.
Switch off your device when it is not in use.
Switch off your device before mounting and maintenance and
disconnect from power supply.
Protect your device against unintended switching-on.
Unplug the power cord, if the device is not in use for a long time.
WARNING
Danger of electric shock, fire through short-circuit
A short circuit could be caused through defect cables and through