Phottix PPL-400 Strobe - Manual

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Quick Continuous/Multi Mode
In Quick Continuous/Multi Mode the PPL-400 will fire 5, 10, 15 or 20 times. The
frequency of the flashes cannot be adjusted. Flash power levels are 60WS and
cannot be changed.
1. Press the Mode Selector Switch until QUICK CONT MULTI ap
pear in the strobe’s LCD
2. Frequency settings made in Quick Continuous Mode will carry
over to Quick Continuous/Multi Mode
3. Turn the Mode Selector Switch to set the number of flashes to
5, 10, 15 or 20.
Using the Optical Slave
The PPL-400 has a built-in Optical Slave. To trigger the strobe using the optical
slave press the Optical Slave On/Off Switch. The Optical Slave Mode Light will
turn Red, indicating that optical slave mode is active.
Triggering with Wireless Triggers or Sync Cables
The PPL-400 has a 3.5 mm Sync Port. Wireless flash triggers or sync cables can
be connected to this port using the proper cables.
Turning Sound On/Off
The PPL-400 makes an indicator sound as the Mode Selector Switch is pressed
or turned. It also makes a sound when the strobe has finished recharging and
is ready to fire.
1. Press the Mode Selector Switch until the LCD is blank except
for the top row of icons.
2. Turn the Mode Selector Switch to change the sounds icons to
On or Off.
Using the battery with Hot Shoe Flashes
The PPL-400 battery can also be used to power one Canon or Nikon hot shoe
flash.
1. Insert AA batteries into a compatible flash unit. The flash will
not function without AA batteries.
2. Connect a compatible flash power cord to the battery and flash.
3. Turn on the battery and flash and set mode/power.
*Different Cables are available: 1) Nikon SB-900 Compatible 2) Nikon SB800,
SB800DX, SB280DX, SB28, SB27, SB26, SB25, SB20, SB11, SB22 Compatible 3)
Canon 580EX II, 580 EX, 550 EX Compatible
Recharging the battery
1. Plug the charging cable into the port on the back of the battery.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into a mains outlet.
3. The LED on the converter section of the charging cable with
light Red when charging and green when finished.
PPL-400 Technical Specifications
GN: 56 (ISO 100 with 48° reflector)
Flash Duration: 1/3200s to 1/35000s
Recharging Time: 0.1-3.5S
Modes: Manual, Multi, Continuous, Multi Continuous
Tones: Ready Tone, Adjustment Feedback
Manual Stops: 1/1 - 1/64
Triggering: Optical Slave, 3.5mm Sync Jack
Modeling Lamp: 12V35W
Color temperature: 5500K ± 200K
Size: Diameter: 90mm Height: 140mm (cylinder)
Weight: 900g
Power Pack Technical Specifications
Battery: Li-ion 12V 7A
Charge Time: 4 Hours
Total Flashes (strobe): 1/1 650 times; FP 35000 times
Total Flashes (hot shoe): 2500 at 1/1 SB-900 approx.
Recharge Time: Hot Shoe Flash 1/1: 1 s
Power Pack Size: 43 x 75 x 102 mm
Power Pack Weight: 295g
Battery Size: 102 x 43 x 150mm
Battery Weight: 480g
Warnings
1. Never disassemble or modify the PPL-400. The voltage inside the strobe is
extremely dangerous.
2. Never use the PPL-400 in high humidity or wet conditions/areas.
3. Never use the PPL-400 in the presence of volatile oils, thinners, dust, or
flammable gas and chemicals.
4. Make sure the power cord is securely connected to the battery and strobe.
5. Turn off the battery power switch and strobe power switch before remov
ing the power cable.
6. Store the PPL-400 at normal room temperature. Storing in a cold area may
affect performance.
PPL-400 Portable 400W Strobe
The Phottix PPL-400 is a light-weight and portable 400W battery-powered
strobe. The PPL-400 can be attached to a light stand for use with an umbrella.
With it Bowens adaptor in place, the PPL-400 can accept softboxes or lighting
modifiers that use Bowens speed rings.
Connecting the Battery and Strobe
Insert the power cable into one of the Battery Power Points by aligning the
red mark on the cable with the red mark on the power point. Connect the
other end of the cable to the Battery Power Port on the PPL-400, aligning the
red marks on the cable and the port. Press the Battery Power Switch. The Red
power LED and Green power level lights will illuminate. The PPL-400 will turn on.
Disconnecting the Battery and Strobe
Press the Battery Power Switch to turn off the strobe and battery. Disconnect
the power cable from the strobe and battery.
Battery Power Indicator
The Battery Power Indicator light on the strobe will turn Red when the battery
power is low (10% or less remaining).
Modeling Light
The PPL-400 has a built in modeling light to help preview your lighting set-ups.
Press the Modeling Light On Button to turn on the modeling light.
The modeling light will turn off automatically after 10 seconds.
Selecting Modes
The PPL-400 has the following modes: Manual, Quick Multi, Quick Continuous,
and Quick Multi Continuous. Modes can be changed by pressing the Mode
Selector Switch. Power levels and selections can be made by turning the Mode
Selector Switch.
Manual Mode
In Manual Mode the PPL-400’s power level can be set from 1/1 to 1/64.
1. Press the Mode Selector Switch until MANUAL appears on the
strobe’s LCD
2. Turn the Mode Selector Switch until the desired power level is
reached.
Quick Multi Mode
Quick Multi Mode is for high speed shooting. Power levels can be set to the fol-
lowing: FP (50WS), F2 (60WS), F3 (70WS), F4 (80WS), F5 (90WS). Using this mode
will allow for several flashes to be fired before the strobe needs to recharge.
1. Press the Mode Selector Switch until QUICK MULTI appear on
the strobe’s LCD
2. Turn the Mode Selector Switch to set the power level to FP, F2,
F3, F4, or F5.
Quick Continuous Mode
In Quick Continuous Mode the PPL-400 will flash 20 times. The frequency (speed)
of the flashes can be adjusted on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the fastest). Flash
power levels are 60WS and cannot be changed.
1. Press the Mode Selector Switch until QUICK CONT appear on
the strobe’s LCD
2. Number of Flashes settings made in Quick Continuous/Multi
Mode will carry over to Quick Continuous Mode (see below)
3. Turn the Mode Selector Switch to set the flash frequency
from 1 to 10.
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Parts:
1. Optical Slave On/Off Switch
2. Optical Slave Mode Light
3. Test button
4. Optical Slave Receiver
5. Battery Power Indicator
6. Mode Selection Switch
7. Sync Cable Connection
8. “OK” Display showing strobe is ready to fire.
9. Modeling Light On Button