Photo Control/Norman ML600 Monolight - Manual (Page 4)

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ADVANCED OPERATION
Alarm System
In the event of a misfire the LED display will blink bFL (see page 7). The alarm system is
reset automatically by flashing the unit or by pressing any button on the control panel.
Thermal Protection
The ML600 is protected with an internal overtemp cutout. In the event of an overtemp, the
modeling light will be disabled.
SERVICE
Should not be attempted by user. Consult an authorized Norman Service Center.
Modeling lamp or flashtube replacement. Always unplug unit and discharge stored energy
by pressing the Test button. Wait 10 minutes for any residual charge on the main capacitors to
bleed off and let the flashtube and modeling lamp cool before handling. Always handle
modeling lamp with clean gloves or cloth to avoid transfer of body oils to lamp dome.
Carefully remove old flashtube and/or modeling lamp and replace with new.
Never place metal object or fingers into modeling lamp or flashtube sockets.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING / ERROR CODES
This information can assist the operator in determining the source of a malfunction and it can
assist an authorized Norman service center in servicing a Norman Monolight. These codes
flash on the LED Display, signifying the following:
General Errors
bFL – Indicates a misfire. Check if flashtube is installed, flashtube may need replacement.
hot – Indicates internal temperature has exceeded normal operating limits. Modeling lamp
will be disabled and automatically enabled when internal temperature returns to normal
operating range.
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GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING
Unit will not flash:
•
Flashtube is not installed properly. (see page 4)
•
Sync cord polarity not correct (see ‘SYNC Outlet’ page 6)
Unit does not turn on:
•
Check power cord
• Check circuit breaker
Photo Eye does not flash unit:
• Sync cord is plugged in (see page ‘Photo Eye’ page 6)
•
Trigger flash is out of range
Modeling light will not turn on.
•
Modeling lamp is not installed properly (see page 4)
• Modeling lamp is broken
• Modeling lamp is turned off. Check the control panel switches (see page 5)
Note: If you are still experiencing trouble after checking the above general troubleshooting
guideline contact Photo Control Customer Service.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power:
600 W-S
Recycle Time: 2 sec.
Flash Duration: 1/1200 sec. (full)
Power Control: Full to -5 F-Stops
Modeling Lamp: 250W
Modeling Lamp Control: Off, Ratio, Full
Trigger: Built-in Photo-eye, ¼” Sync Jack, Test Button
Supply Voltage: 105-125 VAC, 60Hz, 10A
Consumption: 10A
Voltage Stabilization: +/- 1%
Overload Protection: 10A Circuit Breaker
Weight: 6.14 Lbs.
Flashtube: Quartz, full envelope
Guide Number:
135 at 10 ft., ISO100, Bare Bulb
Sync Voltage: 6 VDC
norman
Manufactured by
Photo Control Corporation
www.photo-control.com
Email: [email protected]
4800 Quebec Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 537-3601 Voice, (763) 537-2852 Fax
(Pub. No. 335-028C)