Calumet photographic TRAVELITE 750 User Manual

Instructions

Operating Manual for the 750 and 375

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Figure 1

Figure 2

1 Fuse Drawer (With Spare Fuse)
2 AC Connection
3 Sync Socket
4 Power On/Off Switch
5 Photocell On/Off Switch

1 Accessory Release Lever
2 Photocell Cover
3 Flash-Ready Indicator
4 Flash Power Control Knob
5 Test/Open Flash
6 Modeling Lamp Control Switch

(Intermittent/Off/Continuous)

7 Modeling Lamp Power Switch

(Proportional/Full)

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Congratulations on Selecting

Calumet’s Travelite!

We would like to welcome you to the worldwide family of Bowens/Calumet flash
equipment users. We are confident that you will enjoy your new monolight system
along with its extensive range of lighting accessories.

Safety Notes

The Travelite must not be used in an environment where moisture or flammable vapor
is likely to come in contact with the unit. A fire hazard exists if flammable materials
are placed in close proximity to either the flash tube or modeling bulb while the unit
is in use.

• The charging and modeling circuitry of the Travelite is protected by a 10A (T)
20mm fuse that is mounted on the rear panel (Fig. 1.1). Disconnect the power
supply before changing the fuse. Never replace with a fuse of a different rating.
A spare 10A (T) fuse is fitted in the fuse drawer .

• Before changing a fuse, modeling bulb or flash tube, switch the unit off and
disconnect the power supply.

• Do not restrict air vents while in use.

• The reflector and front end of the unit can become very hot. Caution must be
exercised while handling equipment that has been in use.

• Due to the high voltage and high energy used by the Travelite, all repairs must
be carried out only by an authorized Service Center.

Instructions

Fitting the Modeling Lamp

Switch the unit off and disconnect from power supply. Screw the modeling lamp into
the medium screw-base lamp socket.

Note: It is recommended that a Photoflood or Halostar bulb with a maximum wattage of 275w is used on the
Travelite units. The manufacturer will not accept liability for the use of any lamp with a rating exceeding 275w.

Power Supply Connections

Use the AC cable supplied to connect to the electrical supply. (117V AC 60Hz)

Power On/Off Switch

The green illuminated Power On/Off switch (Fig. 1.4) on the rear panel controls the
power to both the flash and the modeling lamp. Setting the switch to “I” turns the unit
on and “0” turns the unit off.