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Operating Manual

Style BX 100/400

Elinca S.A Style BX 01.09.2008 ENG (73286) Printed in Switzerland Multivoltage

90/260V

Table of contents

Introduction

Declaration of conformity, disposal and recycling, CE marking

Safety notice and precaution

Operating instructions

Control Panel

Switch and Fuse

Modelling Light

Digital power display, Photo-cell

Synchronisation, Wireless Remote control and flash triggering

Acoustic signal

Troubleshooting

Flashtube replacement

DVD, «The beginner’s guide to light»

Technical Data

Elinchrom Accessories

Guarantee

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P.S: Technical data subject to change.

The listed values are guide values which may vary due to tolerances in components used.

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Introduction

The Elinchrom Style BX is manufactured by Elinca S.A. CH -1020 Renens/Switzerland

Dear Photographer,

Thank you for buying your Style BX compact flash unit.

All Elinchrom products are manufactured using the most advanced technology. Carefully selected components are used to ensure the highest quality and the equipment is submitted to many controls both during and after manufacture. We trust that it will give you many years of reliable service.

All Style BX flash units are manufactured for the studio and location use of professional photographers. Only by observance of the information given, can you secure your warranty, prevent possible damage and increase the life of this equipment.

Style 100BX - 400BX

The quality of light and exceptional performance is the result of long research, application of demanding principles, the long experience of ELINCHROM in lighting products for the studio and the utilization of the latest technology in this area.

Totally integrated to the range of the ELINCHROM flashes, the Style 100BX - 400BX units maintain the traditional look and function that is ELINCHROM.

The control provides continuously variable adjustment of the modelling lamp and the flash power with precision over 5 f-stop, from full power 1/1 to 1/16 th.

FCC Class B Compliance Statement

Note:

This equipement has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipement Regulations.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipement generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipement does not cause harmful interferences to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipement off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interferences by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipement and receiver.

- Connect the equipement into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ELINCA S.A. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorised modifications of this equipement or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipement other than those specified by ELINCA S.A. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorised modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

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Declaration of conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

Product name:

Trade name:

Professional Studio Flash unit

ELINCHROM

Model number(s): Style BX 100/400

Name of responsible party: Elinca S.A

Av. De Longemalle 11

1020 Renens / Switzerland

Phone :

Fax:

+41 21 637 26 77

+41 21 637 26 81

We, ELINCA S.A., hereby declare that the equipement bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable FCC rules, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that the production units of the same equipement will continue to comply with the Comissions requirements.

Disposal and recycling

This device has been manufactured to the highest possible degree from materials

which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not enviromentally

damaging. The device may be taken back after use to be recycled, provided that is

returned in a condition that is the result of normal use. Any components not reclaimed

will be disposed of in a environmentally acceptable manner.

If you have any question on disposal, please contact your local office or your local ELINCHROM agent (check our website for a list of all ELINCHROM agents world wide).

CE marking

The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of ECC directives

89/336/ECC «Electromagnetic compatibility» and 73/23/ECC «Low voltage directive».

Notational Conventions

The meaning of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows:

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Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol.

Failure to observe this warning endangers your life, destroys the device, or may damage other equipement i Supplementary information, remarks, and tips follow this symbol.

Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in the order shown.

«Quotation marks» indicate names of chapters or terms 3

Safety notice

According to safety regulations, we draw your attention to the fact that these electronic flash units are not designed for use outdoors, in damp or dusty conditions and should not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes causing condensation. They must always be connected to an earthed (grounded) mains supply.

On no account should any object be inserted into the ventilation holes.

The units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though disconnected from the power supply.

• Do not use in restricted areas (like hospitals, etc.).

• Do not use in explosive environnements.

Flash Tubes and Modelling lamps

• Flash tubes and modelling lamps in use are very hot!

• Never touch a flash tube or lamp before the unit cooled down and is disconnected from

the mains (min 30mn).

• Do not fire flashes from short distance (less than 1m) directed to a person and avoid looking

directly into the flashlight!

• Keep (min 1m) distance to flammable materials.

• Keep generally distance to operating units.

Transport

• Transport the flash unit with care and only in its original packaging or another corresponding

packaging fit to protect it against knocks and jolts.

• Transport only in complete discharged conditions. Wait a minimum 30 minutes after removing

from mains supply before packaging and transportation.

• Never drop the flash unit (danger of glass breakage)

Power cable

To guarantee safe operation, use the cable supplied.

• The cable has to be HAR-certified or VDE-certified. the mark HAR or VDE will appear on the outer

sheat.

• The cable set must be selected according to the rated current for your flash unit.

• Do not use a spider box to connect one or more flash units.

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• Flash systems store electrical energy in capacitors by applying high voltage.

• For your safety, never open or disassemble your flashes.

• Only an authorised service engineer should open or attempt to repair the units.

• Internal defect charge capacitors may explode whilst the unit is in use, neve

switch on a not proper working flash unit.

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Before you start !

The units Style BX (Multivoltage) are adapted for operation on 90 - 260V/50 - 60Hz.

Before connecting for the first time, check to make sure that your Modelling lamp coincides with the voltage line. They must always be connected to an earthed ( grounded) mains supply.

All Style BX units have a bayonet mount and locking ring reflector fitting, for fixing all Elinchrom and

Prolinca accessories.

Mount the unit securely to a suitable stand or support.

Remove the black protective cover (note: first turn the locking ring A as shown, then rotate the black cap cover B in the same direction). Fitting a reflector or accessory is the reverse of this action.

DO NOT operate the unit without first removing the black protective cover.

Operating instructions

1.Check that the modelling lamp voltage is correct.

2.Check that the mains switch (3) is in the OFF ("O" position).

3.Insert mains cable to the MAINS INLET (1) and connect to a FULLY EARTHED OUTLET

4.Using the mains SWITCH (3) and switch the unit ON ("I" position).

5.Connect the synchro cord on the socket (6).

6.Select the power with the touch pad (11 - 12)

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1

3

6

Handle

A

Locking ring

C

Tilthead with locking umbrella holder

B

Protective cover

(26124)

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Control Panel

13 14 15 18

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12

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2 6

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1 21 19 17 20

Overview of controls

1. Mains inlet socket

2. Mains fuse (slow blow)

3. Mains light up on/off switch

4. Modelling fuse (fast blow)

5. Open-flash

6. Synchro-sockets + jack 3.5 mm

7. Digital power display and charge/discharge

indicator

8. Acoustic recharging signal (Beep)

9. Slave cell switch on/off

10. Photocell receptor

11. Power adjustment in 1/10 f-stops, with ADF

12. + Power adjustment in 1/10 f-stops

13. Modelling lamp switch

(on/off free or prop)

14.+ Modelling power control

15. - Modelling power control

16. Tilt head clamp

17. Knurled clamp screw

18. Handle

19. Stand 5/8-inch socket

20. Umbrella tube (only for EL umbrellas,

diameter 7 mm)

21. Supplementary locking for others

umbrellas

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Switch and Fuse

Mains Supply

With the MAINS SWITCH (3) switched off ("O" position), firmly push in the plug of the original ELINCHROM mains cord into the mains socket (1).

Mains Switch

The switch should light up when the compact is switched on ("I" position).

(Switch off before removing the mains cord).

Troubleshooting

If the on/off switch (3) is ON ("I" position) but not illuminated, switch off the unit and check the mains fuse (2).

If failed replace with the correct fuse and switch ON the unit.

This unit is protected by a thermal circuit breaker to avoid overheating.

Should this occur, the unit turns off automatically and cannot be fired.

After a break for cooling, the flash will be ready again for operation.

See page 11: Troubleshooting

This equipment is not user serviceable and contains high voltages which are dangerous.

In the event of failure, please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service station.

Mains Fuse

Standard type 5 x 20 mm, (use only tempered fuse)

8 AT (code 19022) for Style 100BX and Style 400BX

Note: Before exchanging a blown fuse, switch off the unit and remove mains cable. Depress and turn the fuse holder anti-clockwise 1/8th, turn and remove it. If the new fuse blows immediately upon reconnection, return the unit to an ELINCHROM service centre for a check-up.

(N.B. Please don't forget to check the correct rating of the fuse !).

Fuse for modelling light

Fast type 5 x 20mm, 4 AF

Switch off the unit and replace the blown fuse with a new one of the correct rating.

The fastblow fuse will protect the triac of the modelling lamp circuit, the lamp and therefore the flash tube.

Mains socket

1

Modelling fuse

4

Mains fuse 2

(Only tempered)

3

Mains switch

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Modelling Light

The touch pad (14) controls the modelling lamp on/off and the proportional light.

Select the power with the touch pad (15). The modelling light output (100%) is achieved when the power value is set to maximum.

Proportional modelling lamp, is set when the position "PROP" is selected (led is illuminated), the light output is proportional to the selected flash power.

For all types of Style BX compact flash units use only 250 W MAX. lamps

Modelling lamps and fuse for 90/140V

Unit

Style 100BX

Style 400BX

Option:

Option:

Modelling lamp

150W Halostar

150W Halostar

150W Halogen

200W Halogen

Code

23019

23019

23031

23033

Socket

E27

E27

GX 6,35

GX 6,35

Fuse

4AF

4AF

4AF

4AF

Modelling light for mains voltage 190/260V

Use 150W/240V halostar, code 23035 or 200W/240V halogen GX 6.35, code 23034

If the modelling lamp does not illuminate, this may be due to the following:

1. The filament is broken after long use *(replace lamp and fuse)

2. The filament is broken after shock *(replace lamp and fuse)

3. An internal component failure, *(return the unit to customer service)

* Action required:

This lamp socket adapter E27 to GX 6.35 (code 23101) allows the use of the halogen lamp

300W, GX 6.35 (code 23022) for Style 100 and 400 BX units.

Code

19035

19035

19035

19035

GX 6.35

E27

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Digital power display

The actual flash power is displayed in a f-stop compatible format.

The power range is 5 f-stops. The digital display, provides continuous power indication of the flash and modelling lamp. The controls cover a continuous output range from full power 1/1 to 1/16th in

1/10th, f-stop intervals.

During charging or discharging, the display "flashes". In case of overheating or malfunction, the display shows «ER» for error.

Note:

The "Style 100BX - 400BX" units have an integrated discharge system, protected by a thermic switch.

To avoid overheating, lower power settings of more than 2f-stop, can be discharged manually by releasing the flash with the «Test» touch button.

Photocell

The photocell is actived when the green LED (on the touch pad 9) is illuminated.

When switched ON, the unit can be remotely triggered by another flash unit !

The Style BX photocell is specially designed to work under ambiant light conditions in your studio. Direct light or other strong light sources may reduce the sensitivity of the cell.

In difficult situations e.g. blinding, sunlight or obstacles, the additional cell with 5 m cord

(extensions available) solves most problems.

Power display

9 Cell

10 Photocell receptor

Modellling light controls

5 Test and ready

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Cordless flash control

EL-Skyport triggers flashes without sync cords over a distance of approximately 100 m. Further detailed information please find under : www.elinchrom.com / Products / RX Multi Remote

EL-Skyport Universal Set

(19360)

Universal receiver Transmitter

Sychronisation socket

The standard socket 3.5 mm mini-jack (6).

N.B. Do not link ELINCHROM units by cable to other manufacturers sync outlets. ELINCHROM uses the low voltage (5 V) for security reasons.

Open flash "test"

Having pressed the touch pad to release a flash, the green «READY» light will appear again once the unit is recharged. If the green light does not appear the charge system could be defective.

Please contact and send to an authorized Elinchrom service.

Audible recharge signal

Select the function with the touch pad (8), the green indicator appears.

Once recycled an acoustic signal indicates that the compact unit is ready.

Sync

Beep

6

Test and Ready

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Troubleshooting

1. The mains switch (3) is ON ("I" position), but not light up:

• Switch OFF the unit and change the mains fuse (2)

• Use only time-lag fuse (16 AT), corresponding to the Style RX model

2. The switch (3) is lit, the open flash ready is lighting up but does not function.

• The flashtube in the flashhead may be faulty (see page 11)

• If replacing the flashtube does not solve the problem, the cause could be a

component failure => please return the unit to an authorised Elinchrom service.

3. The ON/OFF switch (3) is lit but the open flash signal (6) is not lit

• Temporary break for overheating, caused by fast flash sequences or ventilation

slots obturated

• Fan cooling defective => the unit turns off automatically and cannot be fired any

more. After a break for cooling, the flash is ready again for operation.

• If after several minutes of break for cooling the ready signal (6) is not lit, the cause

could be a component failure. However, high voltage may remain on the capacitor

circuits. => DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT. In this case please send the unit

to an authorised Elincrom station.

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Flashtube replacement

If the unit does not flash but the ON/OFF switch indicates that there is power, it could be that the flash tube needs replacing.

Note:Flash tubes (Swiss quality) have a long life with average use, but multiflashing in long sequences can cause overheating of the electrodes leading to premature ageing, or perhaps the flastube is broken or cracked.

To replace the flash tube: remove the tube

1. Switch off the mains switch

2. Remove the mains cable

3. Take the unit from its stand or lay it

horizontally on a rigid surface. It will need to

be held firmly whilst removing and replacing the tube.

4. Allow the flash tube and modelling lamp to cool

Stand

for several minutes. They may be very hot.

5. Carefully remove and store the modelling lamp.

6. Put on the protective glove delivered with

your flash tube and remove:

A - first the security spring trigger

B - the flash tube, by firmly pulling it away from the unit.

If the tube is broken, avoid cutting yourself and the

glove.

Plug- in flashtube

(made in Switzerland)

(code 24029) contact with security spring

If the only part to grip is the electrode (e.g. a totally

smashed tube), withdraw using insulated pliers or pincers.

There is a full discharge security circuit fitted, but

if the unit has had a heavy fall, internal damage

disconnecting a circuit could possibly happen.

correctly aligned

7. Take the new flash tube, code 24029 for Style 100 BX - 400 BX.

A glove or "plastic protection" MUST BE USED - contact with your fingers on the glas,

will cause dark markings on the tube when it is used.

8. Check that the tube is correctly aligned (central) and that the trigger contact is gripping

the tube, refix the security spring.

9. Re-connect and test the unit as usual.

Training with Elinchrom lighting

The Beginner’s Guide To Light /

72404

Only in English available.

Your DVD Guide to better pictures, show how easy studio photography can be.

Learn about flash units and why studio flash is just the better light source for portrait and universal photography. Setting up and controlling flash lights and how to use umbrellas, softboxes, snoots and grids. Have a look and enjoy the passion of photography. Presented by

Chris Burfoot.

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Features

• Mains switch

• Controls for: modelling on/off, cell on/off, acoustic signal on/off.

• Flash and modelling power control.

• «X» synchro jack socket 3,5 mm.

• Mains inlet socket and two fuses (Mains and modelling).

• Locking bayonet ring for accessory and reflector fitting

• Tilthead whit 5/8" - inch stand socket

• Thermal safety

• User replaceable flashtube UV coated (5650°K)

• Halogen modelling lamp 150W, with E27 fitting, or optional alternative

*200W/GX6.35 with adaptator code 23101.

• Silent fan cooling

• Auto dumping function. Automatic discharge of flash power

• Central umbrella tube plus external fitting

• Acoustic recharging signal

• Mains cable

• Synchro cord of 5m (jack 3.5mm plug)

• Protective cover

• Total compatibility with all Elinchrom accessories

• Very fast recycling time

• Very short flash duration

Technical data 100BX 400BX

Flash power J(Ws) 100 400

Power supply

F-stop, 1m, 100 ISO, with reflector 48°

Control range

Recycling time (230 V)

Flash duration (t 0,5) 1/1

(t 0,5) 1/16

Modelling output

Voltage across sync cable

V

J(Ws) s s s

W

V

90/260

32,5

5-100

0,2-0,5

1/1700

1/1150

150

5

90/260

64,5

25-400

0,3-1,1

1/850

1/450

150

5

Connected load A/VA (W) 8/2080 8/2080

Radio interference suppressiv CE-IEC 491 EN 60 555 - EN 61 000 - 4 - 2/3/4/5

Dimension length x diam.

cm 21x14 21x14

Weight kg 1,55 1,9

Tolerances and specifications conforming to IEC and CE standards. Technical data subject to change without notice.

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Single units do not include Reflectors - Product range and specifications subject to change. No guarantee for misprints.

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GUARANTEE

This ELINCHROM product will be repaired free of charge by the vending agent if during a period of

24 months from date of purchase its working order is impaired through a manufacturing or material defect. The faulty product should be immediately sent to the authorized dealer or ELINCA agent.

This guarantee is not valid for equipment which has been misused, dismantled, modified or repaired by persons not belonging to the ELINCA distribution network. It does not cover flash tubes, lamps and the normal ageing of capacitors. No responsibilities can be accepted for damage resulting from unsatisfactoıy operation of the equipment, such as wasted film or other expenses.

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