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Sigma PORTY 1200 / Porty Compact 500 User manual
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Usermanual PORTY 1200 IPORTY COMPACT 500
lntroduction
Dear Photographer,
in buying a TIENSELflash system,you havepurchased
powerful equipmentof high quality. So that you are ableto
successfullyandproductivelywork with ttlis systemfor
many years,we are givrng you someadviceon the use of
this high techproduct.Only by observanceof the informa-
tion given do you secureyour warranty,preventdamage
and prolong the life of the equipment
The firm IIENSEL STUDIOTECHNIKhastakengreat
careto manufacturea secureand high quality flash system
under inclusion and observanceof all currentregulations.
Sfrict quality control secureour quality requirementseven
in massproduction.Pleasetake your part in this and treat
the equipmentwith due care- your rewardwill consistof
excellentpictures.
If you shouldhaveany questionson the use,then feel free
to askus at any time.
We wish you successand "goodlight".
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Usermanual PORTY 1200 IPORTY COMPACT 500
3 Hintson Safety
Generators store electrical energy in condensersby ap.p-
lying high voltages. These form a source of danger, which
must be carefully excluded. Besides general rules on hand-
ling electrical appliances, the following safety measures
must be observed. Therefore, please read and comply with
safety hints within the user manual before turning the
appliance on.
Properuse The present generator is meant for studio use of professio-
nal photographers. Its goal is supplying electrical energyfor
certain frxed types of flash lamps.
lmproperuse The appliance may not be used for any other purpose than
that described above, especially not for generation of elec-
trical energy for flash lamps from other manufacturers or
for other electrical appliances.
Contact with the condenservoltage is perilous, ffid there-
fore opening of the generator case and repairs may only be
made by authorized customer service.
Do not route cables across the studio floor if possible, so
that damage is excluded. If routing across the floor cannot
be omiffe4 then it must be secured that cables are not
damagesby vehicles, ladders, etc.
Damaged cables and casesmust be replaced immediately
by customer service.
Do not stick any objects into ventilation slits, lamp sockets
or into the synchronuation socket.
Do not deposit any objects (tools, coffee cups, etc.) on the
generator.
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Usermanual PORTY 1200IPORTY COMPACT 500
Flash tubes may only be exchanged by authorized trained
personnel. Exchange of flash tube and the adjusting lamp
may only be effected with the appliance turned off, unplug-
ged from the mains and discharged.
Flash systemsmay not be used in environments with
explosion hazard.
The generatorPORTY 1200 is spray water resistant. The
compact model POKIY COMPACT 500, flash heads, auto-
mobile battery adaptor and charging devices, on the other
hand" must be protected against moisture and water.
Flammable materials, like furnishing fabrics, paper, etc.
may not be stored in the immediate vicinity of generators
and flash lamps to prevent fire hazards.
Ventilation slits of generatorsmust be kept free during ope-
ration and suffrcient air supply must be ensured. trl Generatorsmay only be used on supply lines (mains) with
working protective conductor.
Only lamp connectors with immaculate contactors may be
used" burned or corroded contactors may cause explosions
in the area of connectors and lamp sockets.
Generators- hanging from pantographsor ceiling - must be
doubly securedagainst falling down.
Do not flash into eyes at short distance,becausethis can
lead to eye damage.
Do not look directly into the flash reflector, the flash lamp
could be triggered inadvertently.
Closed rooms should be aired regularly to prevent buildup
of inadmissible ozone concentrations,which can occur due
to the use of high-powered flash systems.
Do not connect accessoriesfrom other manufacfurers, even
if they use the same or similar connectors.
During work in the studio generating much dust, the
appliances must be covered with suitable dust protection
(not during operation). d
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User manual PORTY 1200/PORTY COMPACT 500
4 GeneralInformation
This user manual describesthe portable generator PORTY
1200 as well as the compact flash appliance PORTY COM-
PACT 5OO.
The generator is designed for field use. It has 1200 J
(PORTY COMPACT 500: 500J) stored energy, which can
be regulated digitally in 1/10th steps using 6 (PORTY
COMPACT 500: 4) different apertures.Energy distribution
to the two flash sockets is symmetrical. Using special adap-
tor cables, it is possible to use existing FIENSEL flash
heads (without modeling lamp).
The accumulator supplied with the PORTY 1200 IPORTY
COMPACT 500 can supply over 100 I 250 flashes with full
energy (without modeling lamp), for the smallest aperture
over 3400 I 7600. There are several ways of charging the
accumulator. The accumulator may either be charged while
being in the appliance or after being removed from the
appliance. There is a charging device with a charging time
of 8 hours as well as one with a charging time of 3 hours.
Furthermore, there is an adaptor for direct connection to an
automobile battery 12V and al2Y/24Y charging device for
connection to the cigarette lighter of the vehicle (automo-
bile/truck) available.
Synchronization is either by a water-tight socket with spe-
cial synchronization cable (for PORTY COMPACT 500 by
a 6.3 mm jack socket) or by the built-in slave.
For the accumulator flash range PORTY, special EH heads,
circular flash heads and spots are available. EH heads of
this tlpe are fitted with a modeling lidht I2V|50W. These
heads offer further options for synchronization" triggering
of flashes and handling.
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User manual PORTY l2W IPORTY COMPACT 500
6 Overviewof Controls
l . . . F l a s h s o c k e t 1
2...MainswitchON/OFF
3 . . . S l a v e
4 . . . S l a v e O N / O F F
5 . . . Digital display of aperture / cut-offtime
6 . . . Increase aperture / cut-off time
7 . . .Decrease aperture/ cut-offtime
8...Flashsocket2
9...Chargesocket
10 . . Accumulator power display
1l . . Synchronizationsocket
12..AudioON/OFF
13..Modelinglamp
14 . . Manual flash trigger
15 . . Display for flashready
16 . . Flash socket for second head
17.. Reflectorlock
18 . .Inclinationlock
19 . . Fuse for charging
20. . Fuse for modeling lamp
2l . . Shadeholder s6 - 10mm
22 . . Frame for tripod / fastening to ceilings
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Usermanual PORTY tzOOIPORTY COMPACT 500
7 Starting Up
Acclimatizing
When moving the generator from one climatic zone to the
next, the generator should stand in the room, in which it
will be operated, for some time before starting it up. This
prevents possible surface leakage currents due to condens-
ing moisture.
Positioning
PORTY generatorscan be operated standing up or lying
down.
For PORTY COMPACI fastening to a tripod is planned;
possible is also safe ceiling mount using a screw M6 and
counter nut.
Automaticoverloadcircuit
In case of large series of flashes in close sequence,the
automatic overload circuit may be triggered. This is dis-
played by flashing of the digital display 5. After cooling
down for a couple of minutes, the PORTY generator is
again ready to flash. Thermal load due to direct sunlight,
radiators or other heat sourcesshould be prevented,
becausethis can already trigger the automatic overload cir-
cuit.
Gonnectionof lamps
EH 1200 PORTY (code 499)
The special flash head EH 1200 Porty is designed foroper-
ation with the PORTY generator. This head is fitted with a
modeling lamp 12Vl50W. The modeling lamp can be
switched on either for 15s or permanently.
EH 1200P SPEED (code 510)
like EH l2XlP,but faster flash times (see Technical Speci-
Jication, page 8).
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Usermanual PORTY t200 IPORTY COMPACT 500
Ring flash head RF 120P (code 341)
This circular flash head has no modeling'lamp. It is syn-
chronized through a 3.5 mm jack.
Other HENSEL flash heads
Existing TIENSEL flash heads, which are fitted with a
20 pin connector, can be connected using an optional adap-
tor cable (code 578). The modeling lamp cannot be used in
this case.
Third party manufacturers:
Even though similar lamp sockets and plugs are used by
other manufacturers as well, lamps and flash heads from
these manufacturers may not be connected to the PORTY
generator. Corresponding adaptors are available as acces-
sories respectively structural alteration by the HENSEL
customer service is possible.
Numberof flash heads connected
I Nobe simultaneouslymore than2 flashconnectedheads respectivelyto PORTY lz0O,respectivelyI flash head may
PORTY COMPACT 5OO.F
Mechanicalconnectionof lamp plugs
. Before connecting lamp plugs, switch offthe generator
using main switch 2.
. Only use flawless plugs and sockets.
. Plugging or unplugging of flash plugs may only be
made with generator switched off.
. flnused sockets must be covered with locking caps.
Insert lamp plugs into the flash sockets 1 , 8 or 16, and
then safely lock them using the cap screw. To remove the
plug, completely unscrew the cap screw and pull upwards
on the plug.
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Usermanual PORTY 1200/PORTY COMPACT 500
Exchangeof accumulatorson PORTY1200
Remove accumulator
. Turnthe bayonetjoint of the baseplate half a revolution
to the left and pull upwards on the plate.
. Put one hand under the open bottom, tilt the generator
and let the accumulator fall into your hand.
. Pull out the plug-in connection with the cable from the
storage compartment, and open the connection by pull-
ing it apart.
Inserting the accumulator
. Plug the plug-in connection of generatorand accumulator.
. Push the cable with the plug-in connection back into the
storage compartment.
. Insert accumulator into the guide rails within the appli-
ance.
. Insert the base plate inlo the recess on the side of the
casing and push it against the casing.
. Push down on the bayonet joint and lock it by turning it
half a revolution to the right.
ExchangeaccumulatorPORTYCOMPACT500
Remove accumulator
. Tum the bayonet joint on the side of the appliance by
half a revolution to the left and pull away the cover
plate to the side.
. After removal of the cover plate, the accumulator is
pushed upwards by a spring and can now be removed.
. Pull out the plug-in connection with the cable from the
storage compartment, and open the connection by pull-
ing it apart.
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Inserting the accumulator
. Plug the plug-in connection of generator and accumula-
tor.
. Insert the accumulator into the appliance.
. Push the cable with the plw-in connectionback into the
storage compartment.
. Push down on the accumulator and insert the cover
plate.
. Push down on the bayonet joint and lock it by turning it
half a revolution to the righr
Hints on PORTYaccumulators
Please also observe the infortnation on PORW accumula-
tors enclosedwith the charying devices.
. Only original IIENSEL accumulators may be used in
PORTY appliances.
. Accumulators contaih corrosive substanceshazardous
to health, therefore, the warning notes printed on the
accumulators are to be observed.
. To prevent damage of the accumulator, it may not be
totally discharged.Therefore, when reaching 10%
charge on the accumulator charge display 10, or in
case of operation pauses for more than 6 months dura-
tion, the accumulator must be recharged.
. When using it at low temperatures, the accumulator
should be stored in a warmroombefore to achievemorc
power.
. The accumulator should not be connected to the charg-
ing device for more than24 hours.
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Usermanual PORTY 1200I PORTY COMPACT 500
Ghargingthe accumulatorusingthe charging
devices"STANDARD","GIUICK"and "CAR"
STANDARD oulcK CAR
@de 497 567 568
Chagingtirc 7-8hours 2-3hours 2-3hours
SnpptyvottagB 11sV-/230V- 90v...245V- 12Y...24Y=
manually automatically
switchable switchable
Connection / operation "STAI\DARI)" and "QUICK"
Pleasealso observe the separateoperationmanual enclosed
with the charging devices.
. Connect the mains plug of the charging device to a
mains outlet.
. Plug the charging plug into the charging socket 9 of the
gerierator.
Proper charging of the accumulator is displayed by lighting
of the charging lamp on the face side of the charging
device.
When the charging lamp tums ofl the accumulator is
charged.
Connection / operation "CAR"
Using this, the accumulator can be recharged from the car
battery through the cigarette lighter.
Please also observe the separate operation manual
enclosed with the charging device.
Before connecting to the on-board voltage of the vehicle,
check whether the polarity of the voltage on the cigarette
lighter conforms with information printed on the charging
device.
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. Insert the 5-pin charging plug into the charging
socket 9 ofthe generator.
. Connect the on-board supply plug of the charging
device to the cigarette lighter socket.
Proper charging of the accumulator is displayed by lighting
of the charging lamp on the face side of the charging
device.
Whenthe charging lamp tums off, the accumulator is
charged.
External charging of accumulators
The accumulators can also be charged outside of
PORTY 1200 respectivelyPORTY COMPACT 500 by all
charging devices. For this, connect the optional adaptor
cable (code 516) to the accumulator and the charging
device.
Operationwith the GARadaptor12V
The car battery adaptor code 569 enablesconnection of
PORTY 1200 to an external car battery. It is designed as a
plug-in system and replaces the accumulator within the
generator.
Insertion of the adaptor
. PORTY 1200: Remove the base plate of the generator,
remove the accumulator and open the plug-in connec-
tion (see remove accumulator page 12). .
. Connect up the car baffery adaptor instead of the accu-
mulator.I
. Insert the adaptor plate (see inserting the accumulator
page I2).
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Connecting to the car batterY
Attention:
The maximum input voltage of the adaptor may not exceed
14.5 11
When connecting to the car battery, make sure of correct
polarity.
Malre sure of secuneconnection of the pole clamps.
Plus andminus pole of the car battery may not hwe a con-
ductive connection, so that there is no short-circuit.
Do not totally discharge the car battery, so that the vehicle
can be restarted.
It is recommended to use a separate car battery. ,,
. First, connect the red pole clamp to the plus pole of the
car baffery
. only then connect the btack pole clamp to the minus
pole (ground)
Disconnecting the car battery adaptor from the car battery
. First, remove the black pole clamp (ground),
. only then disconnectthe red pole clamp.
When using a separatecar battery depending on the capac-
ity, the following number of flashes can be supplied by
PORTY I2OO:
Capacityof the 1t32
battery flash power
12V/ 36Ah
12V / 45Ah 21000
12V/ s4Ah
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8 Operation
Switchingon
By pressingbuffon 2,thegenerator is switched on. Charge
of the accumulator is displayed onthe accumulatorpower
display 10 after first charging of the electrolytic capacitor.
As soon as the flash ready lamp 15 lights up, flashing can
begin
Switchingoff
The generator is switched offusing button 2.
Automatic cut-off
- To protect the accumulator, the appliance can automatically
turn offafter a predetermined time.
Adjusting the cut-off time
. Simultaneously press the fwo direction buttons 6 and 7.
. Then immediately raise or lowerthe time using the
direction buttons 6 or 7.
The predetermined cut-offtime (range: 2 - 60 min.) is
shown in minutes on digital display 5 (disregard the deci-
mal point in this respect).
By setting the display to "-.-", automatic cut-offis disa-
bled.
After about 2s, the display automatically switches to the
F aperture value.
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Synchronization
Synchronization by slave
The generator can be triggered by the built-in slave 3. frig-
gering is then effected by an "incoming" flash, which was
emitted by another flash light. This mode of operation is
switched on using button 4 anddisplayed by control LED.
Synchronizationby cable
The generator is connected to the camera by synchroniza-
tion socket 9 using the enclosed synchronizationcable.
For PORIY COMPACT 500, synchronizationby 6.3 mm
jack is effected by cable or the optional infrared triggering
system. For this, synchronizationby slave must be
switched off(LED of button 4 does not light up).
The slmchronizing circuit is made of up-to-date semicon-
ductor technology and enables securetriggering of flashes
even with older cameraswith mechanical contactors.
Due to the many different electronic circuits in camerasfor
controlling synchroni zation,we cannot take any liability for
possible damage to camera triggering flashes. Please con-
tact the camera manufacfurer before using an unusual cam- 4 era.
Synchron izationby HEAD EII 1200 PORTY
This special flash head has further triggering functions. For
wireless triggering, the optional infrared triggering system
(code 392) canbe connectedto the 6.3 mm jack.
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PORTYCOMPACT5OO:
Pressingbutton13 tumson themodelinglamp for 30s.
Thereare further functionsfor switchingthe modeling
lamp on the additionallyconnectableheadEH 1200PorE.
Audio
A tone,which canbe activatedby button 12, acoustically
confirms the following functions:
. Readinessto flash afterflashing(1x).
. Automaticswitchingoffofthe appliance(3x).
Test flash
By pressingbuffon14, the generatorcanbe triggered
manually.
The control LED on the button showsreadinessto flash.
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9 Maintenance
ffi
The PORTY generator and the compact flash appliance is
in need of little maintenance by the user. To secure electri-
cal safery the appliance must be regularly cleaned of dust
and dirt on the outside.
Attention:
Before cleaning the appliance, it must be disconnected
frcm the charging device or CAR adapton
Only clean the appliance with a dry cloth.
Maintenance and repairs may onlybe made by autlrorized
customer service.
* Replacementof fuses
The PORTY appliancesareprotectedby 3 fusesforthe*" modelinglamp,the chargingoperationandthe accumula-
tor. On the PORTY 1200,they canbe found next to the
accumulatorcompartmentbelow the baseplate.
accumulator
SOAM3
charge6.3 AM
lamp10 AM
On the PORTYCOMPACT500,the fusesfor charging19
andmodelinglamp 2O areon the operatingside,the fuse
for the accumulatornext to the accumulatorcompartment
below the coverplate.
accumulator _rl---]
SOAM
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13 Glossary
Audio
Acoustical signal showing readinessto flash in addition to
the optical display (LED). Canbe optionally switched off.
APD (AutomaticPowerDroP)system
Internalpowerdissipationthroughresistorswhen regula-
ting down. The applianceautomaticallyswitchesto thenew
value.This excludesfaulty exposure.
Digitalfunctiondisplay:
Precisenumericaldisplayon the LED andsetupof all
importantfunctions(numerical).Exactsetupof l/10 f steps
is possible.
Increasedauxiliarytriggeringvoltage
Enablestriggeringof flashheadswith very high powerby
generatorswith low outputpower.
Film keyboard
Tactile feedback of setups.For ergonomical and convenient
work and for protection of appliances.
LED for slave
LED operatingdisplayfor problem-freevisual control,
evenfrom a distance
Automatic quick exchangeof reflectors
Reflectors are easily installed and can be freely
(360 degrees)positioned, practically at the turn of a hand.
Additional locks against inadvertent release of even the
heaviest light formers.
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