Honeywell Strobonar 780S User manual

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Honeywell





                    Owner's Manual
               Auto/Strobonar 78OS
                Thyristor Energy Saver

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Gongratulations and
welcome to Honeywell's family of / ' fine photography
Thank you for your purchase of this f ine electronic flish unit.
Your Auto/Strobonar 7805 uses the latest in thyristor-controlled electronic cir-
cuitry for more flash per power source and faster recycle time. lt has a powerful
guide number of 90 for ASA 25 film. lt has multiple f/stop control, so you can
vary the depth-of-field to suit your taste. lt accepts the Honeywell Strobodome
for the ultimate in soft-light versatility.
The 7805 has multiple power options, allowing you a choice among internal
(inside the 7B0S head) or external (outside the 7805 unit) power supplies. ln addi-
tion, both internal and external may be combined (use tandem) for improved
performance.
r lnternal- Nicad battery (in removable Batlery Tray)'
o External- Permacad Power Pak Set**
o External- Pro Pak ll with 510 volt battery**
o External - AC Adapter/Charger*
The 7805 is so versatile, you can use it for almost any portable lighting assignment.
The many features and capabilities of the Auto/Strobonar 7805 are covered in
this owner's manual. Please read it thoroughly before using your flash unit.

Open this flap

Leave this flap open for easy reference while reading through the instruction book.
.lncluded with some models, optional accessory for others.
'Optional accessory.

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Brief operating steps
                     Familiarize yourselt with your Honeywell Strobonar -





 l. Set voltage, see page      2. Connect AC Adapter/      3. Charge internal Nicad
    10.                        Chargeri see page 1 0.       batteries*  if used.
                                                See page 1 1. Form
                                                        storage capacitor,
                                                     see page 13.





4. Attach bracket, see        5. Connect shutter cord,      6. Set camera shutter
  page 14.                see page 14.              speed, see page 14.





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7. Use optional accessories,   if desired.                       8. Set film speed, see
  See pages 20,21,22.                             page 16.

-lncluded          with some models, optional accessory for others.
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- then follow these simple steps for automatic operation.
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9. Select f/stop, see         10. Set aperture selector, 11, Set f/stop.
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12. Set operational          13. Focus camera.           14. With ready light  lit,
   switch, see page 15                                   take your picture.
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          FEET                    METERS
You can use the calculator for English or metric measurements. To use FEET
scale, turn dial so the word FEET is opposite yellow f/stop scale. For metric, turn
dial until METERS is opposite f/stop scale. One film number index is opposite
ASA numbers and the other DIN numbers. You can use either one.

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Thyristor ehergy savings and - automatic flash

Automatic or computer electronic flash units control exposure by controlling the
amount of time the flashtube is on. At long flash-to-subject distances, the f lashtube
is on for long periods of time. As you move your flash closer to your subject, the
flashtube is on for shorter periods. But, the exposure remains the same as long
as the flash is within the prescribed shooting range. This eliminates constant
adjustment of your camera lens opening for each different shooting distance.
You use just one lens opening over the automatic distance range you choose.
The period the flashtube is on is controlled by the flash computer. The computer
monitors the light reflected from the subject, adding it up until a predetermined
amount is reached. At this time, the computer turns off the flashtube to controt
the exposure.
Computer controlled electronic flash units that do not have thyristor energy saving
circuitry waste the energy not used for a particular flash. Thus, whether the flash-
tube is on for a long or a short time, all the remaining energy is wasted. Each time
the flash unit is fired, it has to start from zero and build up the required energy
level for the next flash, requiring long recycle times and needlessly exhausting
battery energy.
Your Honeywell 7805, however, stores the energy not used and uses it for the
next flash. This gives you super-fast recycle time (up to 0.9 seconds between
flashes) and more flashes per battery charge. you may get as many as 7s0
flashes if all your shots are at close range when using internal Nicad batteries.
Here's how. Four different shooting distances are shown in the chart on page g.
Each example uses f /2.0 as the constant lens opening. Note in the first chart that
the flash-to-subject distance is 29 feet (8.8 meters) and B0% of the flash energy is
used. The corresponding recycle time is 8 seconds and the number of flashes per
battery charge is about 90.
It's all relative! Look at the other charts and note the energy saved, with resulting
shorter recycle times, plus increased flashes per battery charge as the shooting
distance becomes shorter.

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You can use the AC Adapter/Charger  (13) as an AC power source for your 7803
and to charge internal Nicad batteries. lt's ideal for forming the storage capacitor.
 lf an AC outlet is handy, use it in your picturd-taking situation. lt's particularly
good for constant use needs such as studio photography.
Use it on either 120 volts AC (Standard U.S.A.) or 240 volts (many European and
other countries).
The AC Adapter/Charger must be set to the line voltage you will use to prevent
damage or improper operation. To set, use a ballpoint pen or similar object posi-
tioned in the slot as shown in the picture below. Push the switch in the direction
of the voltage indication you want to use, either 120V or 240V. For your conven-
ience the AC Adapter/Charger has been factory set to 120V position and provided
with a standard (u.s.A.) plug. A wall ouflet AC plug adapter may be necessary
in some countries.





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Charging internal Nicad batteries
How to charge
To charge, insert internal Nicad battery tray withrinJernal batteries (page 13).
Set voltage selector on AC Adapter/Charger as described on page 10. Set opera-
tion switch (12) to off "O". See below for more information on care and use of
the battery , r
Before first use
Because of shelf-life discharge, you should charge internal Nicad batteries for
at least three hours before you use your unit the first time. lf time permits, an
overnight or 24-hour charge is recommended. lt will improve performance.
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How often to charge
It's good practice to charge the batteries after each use. The batteries must be
charged when the recycle time is 30 seconds or longer.
The batteries discharge when they are not charged periodically or if stored at
HI temperatures above 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees centigrade). To keep your
7805 ready for instant use, charge the batteries for 3 hours at least once every
30 days.
Don't overcharge
Internal Nicad batteries are fully charged after only 3 hours of charging. Do not
continuously charge them longer than 72 hours. You may damage the unit.
lf you forget
lf you haven't charged the batteries for longer than 6 months, or if you forget and
leave your 7805 turned on, charge the batteries for a full 24 hours. lf they do
not seem recovered, discharge and recharge again in this manner. Turn on your
flash unit and let it idle for about 172 hours. Don't flash it during this time! Then
charge for a second 24-hour period. Discharging and recharging 2 or 3 times
should recover the batteries. lf the batteries are not recovered after 3 cycles of
discharge followed by 24-hour charges, it's time to see your dealer or one of
Honeywell's Service Centers. You may need new batteries.
AVOID storing or charging your 7805 at temperatures in excess of 95 degrees
Fahrenheit (35 degrees centigrade). To do so will cause the battery to accept a
limited charge. To obtain normal battery operation again, charge for at least 3
hours at temperatures below 95 degrees.
WARNING: Do not operate your 7805 if the ready light takes 30 seconds or more
to glow. Gharge the batteries and then operate your 7805.

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The number of flashes you'll get from each battery charge is not fixed.  lt depends
upon how you use your unit.
The number of flashes varies with the state of charge of the batteries, condition of
the storage capacitor (see page 13), idle time between flashes, temperature, and
flash-to-subject distance if you're using your flash unit in the automatic mode.
However, flash-to-subject distance is not a factor when you're using your flash
unit in manual (non-thyristor) mode.
For example, if you're firing at the rate of one flash every four minutes you'll get
less  f lashes per charge than if you fired at two per minute.
Leaving the unit on constantly drains energy from the batteries. So if convenient,
turn off your flash  if there is likely to be more than a minute between flashes.
The chart below shows flash per charge for manual (non-thyristor) operation on a
typical unit using internal Nlcad batteries. The data was derived by the flashing
of the unit every 30 seconds until the recycle time exceeded 30 seconds.
CHARGE TIME           30 Min.     1 Hr.      2 Hr.      3 Hr.
NUMBER OF FLASHES 13     26     55        90
Depending upon conditions you may get slightly less or slightly more flashes with
your unit. So use the chart as a guide. Remember, that the automatic thyristor
features give you many more flashes than shown in the chart.
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X-SYNC
   TERM   I NAL

Attach bracket and quick release      Connect shutter cord between flash
clamp.                               and X-sync terminal of your camera.
                                    Use a cord with a Honeywell locking-NOTE: Faulty shutter sync cords are a                                              tip connector for connection to themajor source of eleclronic flash failure.Honeywell has designed  its cords to as-       flash unit. Make sure tip is tight  if
sure good conneclion with Honeywell      using cord with removable tip con-
 f lash units. Use Honeywell cords or you'll       nector. Check it often.
get unreliable results.
                                   NOTE: lf your camera does not use a
                                                shutter with the standard PG conneclor,
                                                     you'll need a tip connector that lits your
                                            camera. A variety of Honeywell tip con-
                                                nectors are available from your dealer.





Use X-synchronization (zero delay).
lf your camera has a between-the-
lens shutter it will synchronize at all
speeds.  lf it has a focal plane shutter,
it will synchronize only at slower
speeds, generally up to 1/60 second,
Check your camera instruction man-
ual or see your dealer.

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Your Strobonar gives you a choice of two f/stops i"iin t*o different shooting
ranges when shooting automatically. This means you can decide on more or less
depth-of-field (area of sharp focus) by using a.larger or smaller f/stop while shoot-
fl ing automatically. Your Strobonar has manual (non-automatic) operation too. Use
manual for such techniques as fill-in flash (page 23), bounce flash (page 23), etc.,
il or for pictures beyond the auto flash range.

This position is for non-automatic or
M (manual) position only (pages 17
and 18).

This A (automatic) position lets you
use a larger lens opening to decrease
depth-of-field with extended shooting
range of 4 to 45 feet (1.2 to 13.7
meters).
I This A (automatic) position tets you
use a smaller lens opening to in-
crease depth-of-field with shorter
flash-to-subject range of 2 to 16 feet
(.6 to 4.9 meters).

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Increase your creative options with a set of Strobodome diffusers. You'll get an
effect similar to direct lighting combined with bounce flash. The domes extend
the wide angle coverage (up to 128", equal to 17mm wide angle lens on 35mm
cameras). The domes can be used for special effects. They come in a set of four,
packed in a handsome vinyl case. A Strobodome color set is also available. See
your dealer.
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Depth-of-field control

Your strobonar gives you a choice of two f/stop. '*it-n tr"o different shooting
ranges when shooting automatically. This means you can decide on more or less
ing automatically. Your strobonar has manuai (non-automatic) operation too. UseI depth-ofJield (area of sharp focus) by using a larger or smaller f/stop while shoot-
manual for such techniques as fiil-in flash (page 23), bounce flash (page 23), etc.,
il or for pictures beyond the auto flash range.

This position is for non-automatic or
M (manual) position only (pages 17
and 18).

This A (automatic) position lets you
use a larger lens opening to decrease
depth-of-field with extended shooting
range of 4 to 45 feet (1.2 to 19.7
meters).
This A (automatic) position lets you
use a smaller lens opening to in-
crease depth-of-field with shorter
flash-to-subject range of 2 to 16 feet,Ere (.6 to 4.9 meters). m
fi=r Strobodome ootional Q El^I -r% accessory I
Increase your creative options with a set of strobodome diffusers. you,ll get an
effect similar to direct lighting combined with bounce flash. The domes extend
the wide angle coverage (up to 128., equal to 17mm wide angle lens on 35mm
cameras). The domes can be used for special effects. They come in a set of four,
packed in a handsome vinyl case. A strobodome color set is also available. see
your dealer.
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 1. Turn exposure calculator (10) until ASA or DIN index
   is opposite ASA or DIN number of film you re using.


 2. Choose the f/stop that gives you the depth of field     w,   and/or range you want opposite one of the two sym-
   bols I or l.        Hff3.Set aperture selector to
  same symbol you selected
   above.


4.Set your camera lens to
   selected l/stop.
 5. Set shutter speed.



 6. Set operating switch to "A",
   Automatic.

7. Focus camera.


8. Shoot your picture after the ready light comes on.
   Within the range of your selected f/stop, your subject
   will receive correct exposure automatically with no
  bothersome adjustments or calculations.
EXAMPLE:  lf you are using a film speed of ASA 25 (DlN
15), you can shoot at either a 5.6 (2 to 16 feet or 1.1 to
4.9 meters) or          (4 to 45 feet or 1.2to13.7 meters).             ^t/2.0
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 I      1. Turn exposure calculator so ASA or DIN number
        opposite ASA or DIN index.


       2. Focus camera.
      3. Check the distance from the
        flash to your subject, using
       the distance scale on your
      camera lens or some other
       convenient method.

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  I      4. Set the f/stop that appears opposite the flash-to-
 I       subject distance on the




       5. Set shutter speed for X-sync.

       6. Set operating switch to "M"  ,
       manual.        calculator.rcw

     7.Take your picture after the ready light comes on.


     EXAMPLE:  lf you're using a film speed of ASA 25 (DlN
      15) with a flash-to-sublect distance of 8 feet (2.4 meters)
      the proper f/stop to set on your camera is f/1 1.
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Taking pictures manually using
guide numbers
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 1. Set shutter speed for X-sync.
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 2. Find the guide number of the film you're using in the table below.


 3. Determine the flash-to-subject distance.

4. Divide the guide number by the flash-to-subject distance to find your f/stop
   setting and set this f/stop on your camera lens.

5. Set operatibnal switch to "M", manual.


6. Take your pictures after the ready light comes on.

EXAMPLE:  lf you are using a film rated at ASA 25 (DlN 15) at a flash-to-subject
distance of B feet (2.4 meters), the proper f/stop to set on your camera is f/11
(90 divided by 8 or 27 divided by 2.Q. The nearest click stop on your camera is
close enough for practical work.


ASA        25  32  40  50  64  BO 100 125 160 200 250 320 400 800  1 600
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DIN          15   16   17   18   19  20   21   22  23  24  25  26   27   30   33                      i
GUIDE NO  90 100  1'12 128 144 160  180 202 226 254 288 320 360 510  720       I
FEET                                                                                                                                     )
GUIDE NO  27  30  34  38  44  4B  54  60   74   78  B8  98 110 155  220
METERS

NOTE: The calculator scale and the guide number table are based on averages
calculated for average size rooms with light walls.  lf you are taking pictures in a
very large room or out of doors at night, you may need to increase the exposure
by one f/stop or more.
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How to determine your own
guide number
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A guide number is simply what the word implies. lt's a guide for manual flash
photography. The guide numbers we suggest for your flash are listed in the chart
on page 18. Note that there is a separate guide number for each film speed listed.
There are many factors that affect expbsure. These include variations in flash
units, cameras, processing techniques, film tolerances, subject reflectivity, size
of room, etc.
Experience and your personal taste may suggest more or less exposure than our
guide numbers call for.
So, to get the results that suit you best, here's how to determine your very own
guide number:
1. Load your camera with transparency slide film. We recommend slide film
because the manufacturer's tolerances and processing techniques are
usually closer than negative film. And, slide film usually has less exposure
latitude.
2. Hold camera exactly 10 feet from a model. The model should be typically
dressed and in a room that is typical for your situation.
3. From the chart on page 18, select the guide number for the film you're
using. Divide the guide number by 10 to get your first trial f/stop. EXAMPLE:
Guide number for ASA 25 film is 90. Thus 90 divided by 10 is equal to 9. So
set your camera at the Vz click stop betweenf /8 andf /11.
4. Set your trial f/stop on your camera. Mark the f/stop for each shot on a card
and put it in your scene.
5. Take one picture at your first trial f/stop. i
I 6.Using this basic method, make additional exposures atVz t/stop larger, one
+ f/stop larger, th l/slop smaller, and one f/stop smaller.
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I 7. Now process the film and select the aperture adjustments that suits you best.
I Oncements you'vemay bedeterminedused for allhowfilms.much adjustment is needed. The same adjust-
l:iaii: 7zIn thestopexamplebetweenusedf/8 inandstepf/11,3 (guidethe secondnumberexposure90), makealyourt/8, firstthe thirdexposureat 7zatstopthe
between f/8 and t/5.6, the fourth at t/11, the fifth at the Vz stop between t/11
and f/16. So, if the picture you shot at t/,8 suits you best, then give all your
shots 7z f/stop more exposure than indicated on your dial or chart computation.
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The Permacad Power Pak is available from your dealer
as an optional accessory.                                                                        i       .





To use the Pak as a power source for
your 7805, follow instructions pro-
vided with the Pak. ln addition to the
Pak you'll need the Honeywell power
cord. Cat. No. 478.


Using Pak combined with internal Nicad batteries
(1) Connect power cord as shown in the picture.
(2) Set pak switch to A (see instruction provided with pak).
(3) Set operational switch on 7805 to M for manual or A for automatic operation.
Note that you have very fast recycle time even for manual flash.

Using with Pak only
To use your unit with only the Permacad Power Pak, just remove the Battery Tray
as described on page 13. Then follow instructions above. Just remember that the
recycle time will be longer than if both power sources are used. NOTE: Be sure
to set the Pak switch to OFF when finished to avoid draining the battery.
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The Pro Pak ll and 510 volt battery are available
trom your dealer as optional accessories.   .

 510V





                Connector
                 Block

                                               On-Off Switch





Battery installation
Follow the simple steps to install a new battery in the Pro Pak  ll:
1. Place the connector block on top of the battery so the pins puncture the seals
  and make contact with the minus (-) and plus (*) 510 volt terminals.
2. Stretch the rubber bands around the battery and connector block.
3. lnsert the battery into the case, connector block toward the top and snap the
  case closed. Be sure the On-Off switch is operable through the hole in the top
  of the case and the receptacle in the connector block is aligned with the hole
  near the top of the case.
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 Using Pro Pak ll with internal Nicad batteries
 1. Connect power cord as shown in the picture on page 21. Be sure to use Honey-
   well power cord, Cat. No. 478.
 2. Set Pro Pak l! On-Off switch to on.
 3. On 7805, set operational switch to M for manual or to A for automatic opera-
    tion. Note that you have very fast recycle time even for manual flash.





Using Pro Pak ll only
To use your unit with Pro Pak  ll as the only power source, just remove the Battery
Tray, if equipped with internal batteries, as described on page 13. Then follow
instructions above. Just remember that the recycle time will be longer than  if
both power sources are used.
NOTE: Be sure to turn the Pro Pak ll On-Off switch to off when finished to avoid
draining the battery.
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Tips for using your Auto/Strobonar

Try to line up a group so that everyone is about the same distance from your
Auto/Strobonar.
Try to keep your subject a few feet from the wall. This will keep the harsh shadows
out of your pictures.
e Avoid shooting through doorways or against windows where objects close to your
field of view may reflect light into the sensor, causing incorrect exposure.

I Bounce flash Use non-automatic mode for bounce flash. Remove f lash fromo - your camera and allow two full stops more exposure to compensate for the light
absorbed by the ceiling or wall under average conditions
Stop-Action The fantastic speed of your computer flash (1/50,000 to 1/500 - second) is excellent for such stop-action pictures as breaking a light bulb, hitting
a golf ball, and bursting a balloon. Creative pictures of this type require special
techniques. Usually the camera shutter is set to "8" and a sample switch (made
of aluminum foil, paper clip or pieces of wire) is used to fire the flash at the
moment you desire to make the exposure. Be sure to photograph your subject in
a dark area and fire the flash when the shutter is open.
Outdoor use for fill-in light - Your Strobonar can be used quite simply in manual mode as fill-in light when sunlight causes heavy side or front shadows.
Spare sync cord - since sync cords are a major reason for electronic flash failure, carry spare (tested) sync cord with you on all assignments.
Sync cord tip conneclors - Make sure removable sync cord tip connectors are
tight, check often.

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