User manual CALUMET PHOTOGRAPHIC TRAVELITE

[. . . ] Accurate, ergonomic, powerful and simple to use, the Travelite was designed by working closely with photographers to develop a flash that meets the high standards demanded in professional studios today. All `S-Type' accessories from the Calumet/Bowens range can be used with the Travelite. For details of all related products, please call 1-800-CALUMET (225-8638), contact your local Calumet retail center or visit calumetphoto. com. In order to obtain the full benefit from your purchase, please take a few moments to familiarize yourself with this user manual. [. . . ] THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED WHEN USED WITH AC. DISCONNECT THE AC PLUG WHEN CHANGING MODELING LAMPS AND FLASH TUBES. Mounting Your Travelite Mount your Travelite on a dependable support system The mount bushing on the L-bracket allows for two possible ways of mounting to the stand/support (RIGHT). Flash Power/ Model Lamp Control Flash-Ready Indicator Test/ Open Flash Method B may be found useful if the light is required to point down. A B 4 calumetphoto. com calumetphoto. com 5 Flash Power Control The flash-power output level is variable over 5-stops, from full to 1/32 power. The maximum power available depends upon the model (See specification table) and is denoted by the number 6 on the control panel. The power settings are denoted in 1/3-stops. The numeric divisions indicate full-stop divisions. When switched on from either AC or battery supply, the unit will charge. Once the unit has charged to the desired power level, the green flash-ready lamp will illuminate indicating that the unit is ready to fire. NOTE: If the unit is subjected to rapid operation over extended periods, it may automatically go into an overheat condition. In this condition, the flash-ready lamp will illuminate to indicate the presence of power, while the charging and modeling functions are disabled in order to allow the unit to cool. The unit will automatically resume operation once cooled sufficiently. In an overheat condition, the unit will typically take 15 minutes to cool down. By switching the unit off and then on again after approximately 5 minutes, the unit can be re-activated in order to get a few extra shots if needed. Changing the Modeling Lamp Switch off Travelite and disconnect from the power supply. Screw modeling lamp into ES lampholder in the center of the reflector. NOTE: It is recommended that a Photoflood or Halostar bulb with a maximum wattage of 275 watts is used. The manufacturer will not accept liability on the use of any lamp with a greater wattage than 275. Changing the Fuse The modeling and flash circuitry is protected by a single 10-amp fuse mounted on the rear panel. Never replace the fuse with one of a different rating. As the fuse may blow when the modeling lamp fails, always check the fuse when replacing the bulb. A spare fuse is supplied in the fuse holder. Always switch the unit and disconnect the Travelite unit from the power supply before changing the bulb or fuse. Modeling Lamp Controls With the modeling lamp control switch (see Rear Control Panel, page 4) in the upper position the modeling light is off. With the switch set to center, the modeling light stays on all the time. With the switch set in the lower position, the lamp will go out when the unit is flashed and come back on when the unit comes to ready. This enables the photographer to see from the camera position that all Travelite units in use have fired. [. . . ] Each unit can be used as either a transmitter or receiver and operates off of two AAA batteries. LiteLink (Set of 2) CE1560 Reflectors Calumet's light-control reflectors are built to withstand many years of rigorous, daily use. They feature extremely strong housing and steel bayonet-type mounts for quick, positive mounting. The inner steel ring provides additional durability for frequent reflector changes. [. . . ]