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Ultrablitz Meteor SP-GH User manual
User manual for Ultrablitz Meteor SP-GH. 23 pages in English. Read the original PDF, download or print a copy without registration.
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- Ultrablitz
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- Ultrablitz Meteor SP-GH
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- User manual
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- English
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- 23
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LIFETIME ELECTRONIC FLASH
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e'$S 5 High voltage battery pack
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\3e 7 Methods of mounting
qW B Increasing the number of flashes
I Recharging and A-C operation
11 Power Economizer
12 Stop computor
13 Guide number
14 Film and developing
15 Guide number graph
16 Guide number table
17 Reforming the storage capacitor
17 Automatic transistorized monitoring circuit
18 Hints for better snapshots with your METEOR SP-GH
19 Service and GuaranteeView original page 2Page 5 · Read text
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Ready for operation when
red signal light (1) lights d9up. =(EConnect synchronizing 8E ?ocord to METEOR SP-GH
(2) and to camera. .=v.!:EiTo flash: release camera .ctot gEshutter or, for open flash, -=press the button (3). GlC .go
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C(ESet camera synchronizing
lever to "X" and speed to L9EE r/rooabout sec: if focalplane shutter is used, con- :.tg H-,gsult manufactu rers' instruc- s=E'o.ECLtions.View original page 5Page 6 · Read text
HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY PACK (optional equipment) The high voltage (510V) battery pack offers advan- tage of high speed recycling time and silent opera- tion. When the battery pack is plugged into the amphenol outlet the flash unit will remain in operation until power cable is unplugged. Cover outlet with metal screw cap when not in use. Caution: Do not insert finger in amphenol outlet on flash unit or amphenol plug on battery pack. This compact battery pack may be carried by the shoulder sling, on the belt or slipped into the pocket.View original page 6
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RINGLIGHT OPERATION
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Any standard ringlight operating on 500 volts and equipped with an amphenol ss
plug (75-CCC1) can be plugged into the same outlet provided for the accessory rhi'..i
high voltage pack. The ringlight may be operated on nickel cadmium battery or SY
\.3e with the AC adapter. Follow guide numbers suggested by manufacturer of ring- q# light.6View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
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Straight bracket Universal Ouick Quick release Encircling bracket for !. ''r mounting release bracket clamp set bounce light
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n..')?. \ t METHODS OF MOUNTING\ \.,
The straight bracket is used in conjunction with the METEOR SP-GH on all
cameras without an accessory shoe.
By inserting the METEOR SP-GH into the encircling bracket (tighten by turning
slotted-screw clockwise), it can be used with the "E" type bracket or with the
"E" clip on press-type cameras. Universal quick release bracket with built-in
sync cord offers instant sync interlock and fast
off camera use. Quick release clamp set permits
attaching flash unit to all graflite type camera
brackets with instant release feature.
. For transporting the METEOR SP-GH in a
( mounted position, slip the camera neck strap
through the snap hook on top of the unit.View original page 8Page 10 · Read text
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INCREASING THE NUMBER OF FLASHES
Should the number of flashes per battery charge not
be enough for an occasional long series of shots, it il J6t}$in is possible to exchange the exhausted battery for one
which is fully charged. To effect the exchange, the
stop calculator - which constitutes the cover of the
battery recess - is turned counter clockwise, using a
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When inserting the charged battery, it should be
ensured than the positive terminal is on top. Position
the stop calculator on the battery in such a way that
its red dots co-incide with those of the casing. Now
turn the stop calculator clockwise with a slight inward
pressure, and the METEOR SP-GH is ready for action
again.
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RECHARGING AND A.C OPERATION
tl!i Theonly.METEORTo re-chargeSP-GHtheis designedbattery, connectfor connectionthe chargingto A-C
plug to the unit, setting the charger to the correct
voltage with the aid of a pointed object, if necessary.
DANGER! The METEOR SP-GH may not be used on
D-C current! Use only standard Ultrablitz A-C charging
plug as listed on page 19.
Charging is started simply by inserting the charging
plug into an A-C wall socket. The red signal lamp
lights up to indicate that charging is proceeding. At
the same time, you can flash as often as you like
without discharging the battery.
Gharging is stopped by disconnection the charging
plug from the A-C socket.View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
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The built-in battery needs no maintenance of any kind, but must, of course, be
re-charged when run down.
The condition of the battery is indicated by the recovery time, that is to say {
the time which elapses between the emitting of a flash and the lighting up of the
signal lamp again, when using the unit on battery power. This amounts to
8 secs when fully charged, No. of flashes left: 110
10 secs when % discharged, No. of flashes left: about 50
30 secs when fully discharged, No. of flashes left: 0
The recovery time should not be allowed to exceed 30 seconds without the
. battery being re-charged. The charging period then amounts to about 14 hours.
When only 50 flashes have been made, a charging period of about 7 hours is "si adequate. The battery is not damaged, however, if it is left uncharged for long- er periods of time. The battery has an exceptionally long life of about 400 to h\rs\b
500 recharges. lf by mistake the mechanism is left turned on for a long period 8$
of time, the battery will discharge and the unit will no longer operate. Norrnally, this will not spoil the battery, but up to 60 hrs. may be required for a new full {$s \\e charge. lt will then be back to full capacity after 2 to 3 additional normal dis- qq10 charge cycles with a 14 hrs. recharge for each.View original page 12Page 13 · Read text
POWER ECONOMIZER
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The METEOR SP-GH can be set to either half or full
power by means of the power economizer switch.
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D Half power r,$
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stop settings indicated by the calculator must also
be reduced by 1/0, as the latter is based only on full
power conditions. lg"l The advantages of using half power are shorter re-
covery time (5-6 secs) and increased number of
f lashes per battery charge (160 f lashes). 11View original page 13Page 14 · Read text
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STOP COMPUTOR AND GUIDE NUMBER
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Stop Computor
!i'J''.I*E Whenever daylight or constant sources of artifical
light are available, correct exposure is regulated by
means of shutter speed and stop. However, if the very
short electronic flash is used, correct exposure can
only be regulated by the diaphragm stop.
li is easy to ascertain the required stop setting after
removing the stop computor and adjusting the internal
knurled disk to the sensitivity of the film used (e. g.
125 ASA). The stop setting (e.g.B) can be read off
opposite the range figure (20ft). This method of inter-
nal adjustment precludes the setting of the film sensi-
tivity being accidentally disturbed.
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GUIDE NUMBER
F{.q h\ #s lf the sensitivity of your film or the distance cannot be encompassed by the \i,, computor, proper stop value can be calculated from the guide number (see ss
a& page 16) or as follows:
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E@ ouide number (for example: for ASA 400 film 280 5.6)
q'ffi distance 50
Distance is measured in ft. between lamp and subject.
The guide number is, of course, only an approximation. lt is governed by the
light output of the METEOR SP-GH and by the film sensitivity, however, it also
depends on the brightness of subject, size and brightness of room and method
of developing. Guide numbers indicated are averages calculated for normal
size rooms with light walls and can be used for distances down to about 3 ft.
For shorter distances it is advisable to f ind the correct aperture by trial and error.
lf you are taking pictures outsides, in large halls, or of bright, reflecting ob-
jects at long distances, be sure to open diaphragm 1 or 2 stops more than
required by mathematical calculation or stop computor. 13View original page 15Page 16 · Read text
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Using the guide number graph at the right, guide numbers for every type of film
can be ascertained in the following manner: Find the sensitivity of your film on
the left hand scale, follow it horizontally until it intersects the diagonal line. The
proper guide number is then located on the horizontal scale directly below the
point of intersection. Example: ASA 64, guide number = 112.
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FILM AND DEVELOPING eks $s
The METEOR SP-GH light corresponds to daylight of 56000 K.Therefore, use only
daylight film for color pictures. For black and white pictures we recommend It panchromatic film with normal developing. An especially high quality of brilliant, \.I.|s finely graduated negatives can be obtained by using a modern rapid developer.14 Values indicated refer to normal developing time' $r{View original page 16Page 19 · Read text
REFORMING THE STORAGE CAPACITOR
A When the flash has not been used for several weeks, it is best to plug it in anh%
qr@ efectric socket tor 20 to 30 minutes. This will reform the electrolyte capacitor
"s& q9 and the unit will reach its full flash power again. During the re-activation
f lashed at intervals. c'.\s# period, the unit should be t:3qw
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AUTOMATIC TRANSISTORIZED MONITORING CIRCUIT
The transistor-relay-circuit of the METEOR SP-GH saves the battery and auto-
matically keeps light output constant. When taking pictures it is not necessary to
turn off the unit to save battery. Just as soon as the METEOR SP-GH has been
turned on, the automatic control takes over the job of regulating flash capacitor
voltage thus securing an ever constant light output. At the same time, this auto-
matic mechanism cuts off battery current just as soon as full flash power has
been reached, increasing the actual number of flashes available. This auto-
matic control has the great advantage of making it possible to keep the
METEOR SP-GH in constant operation. This means that it is always ready to work
and you won't have to miss that once-in-a-lifetime-shot. 17View original page 19Page 21 · Read text
q SERVICE AND GUARANTEE {$ q ff these instructions are followed, the ULTRABLITZ METEOR SP-GH will give h\ good service for many years. Should your ULTRABLITZ at any time fail to f unction
properly, consult your METEOR SP-GH dealer or a branch of Allied lmpex Corp.,w es 300 Park Ave. South, NewYork, N.Y.10010, sole authorized importers for the USA
+b (see import certif icate).
fh Yourthe guaranteeMETEOR SP-GHwhich isis guaranteedenclosed withfor everysix monthsunit. subjectlf your toMETEORthe conditionsSP-GH inis\'s returned for repairs, it should be accompanied by the guarantee. Otherwise
qq repairs cannot be made free of charge. Please read the terms of the guarantee
carefully.
ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Supplied with the METEOR SP-GH: High voltage battery pack
Battery Accessory battery
Charger with A-C cord Straight camera bracket
Snap hook Bounce light bracket
Instruction book "E" clamp (for attaching METEOR SP-GH
to Press type camera or "E" type bracket)
Straight synch ronizing cord
Coiled synchronizing cord
as remote srave)
!iHj;i?j'tlil;:i . Ouick release clamp set
Universal quick release bracket
with built-in sync cord 19View original page 21Page 23 · Read text
Exclusively imported and warranted by
ALLIED IMPEX CORPORATION
300 Park Avenue South, NewYork, N.Y., 10010
NEW YORK (>c
CHICAGO tZWe>Wz,/ \\ aa \lDALLAS (.x,)
GLENDALE Manufactured bY
Robert Boscfi Elektronlk
und Photoklno GmbH
Subject to drange Prlnted In Germany Order-No. VKD 8 699 941 069 (019/3)View original page 23From the M. Butkus archive. Original publisher and archive notices are retained.
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