Cheetah CL-180 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

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High Power: True 153.6 W/S GN 160 (ISO200 at 10ft with standard reflector).
Approx. 28 mm flash coverage when operating on a camera with the standard

reflector.

Bare bulb: Provides even 360 degree illumination
Precise Output: Adjusting from 1/128 to full power in 1/3 stop increments
Good Portability:The CL-180's compact and lightweight body provide easy

portability even with accessories

Stable Color Temp: 5600±200k over the entire power range
Advanced Functions.: Multi flash, Focus-assist beam on/off & Hi-Speed sync

triggering (with optional transmitter)

Wireless Commander: Controlls flash functions and triggering
External Power Pack:Cheetah Lithium Battery Pack 11.1V/4500mAh
Wide-Range Accessories: softbox, reflector, fold-up umbrella, and beauty dish,

etc

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01 Foreword

01 For Your Safety

03 Names of Parts

03 • Body

03 • Control Panel

04 • Included Accessories

04 • Separately Sold Accessories

04 Installing Reflector (Other Accessories)

05 Attaching Flash Tube

05 Connecting to a Power Pack

06 Connecting the Flash to a Camera

06 Using the Flash

06 • Power Management

06 • Flash Output

07 • M Mode

07 • S1 Mode

07 • S2 Mode

07 • RPT Mode

08 • Hi-Speed Sync Triggering

09 • MF-Assist Beam

09 • Buzz Function

09 • Wireless Control Function

09 • Sync Triggering

09 • PC Sync Triggering

10 Protection Function

10 Technical Data

11 Maintenance

Warning! Always keep the CL-180 dry. Do not use in rain or in damp conditions.
This product contains high-voltage electronic parts. Touching the high-voltage

circuit inside may result in electric shock. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE! Should
repairs become necessary, this product must be sent to an authorized
maintenance center.

Discontinue use of this product if casing breaks or is compromised. Electric shock
may accur if use is continued and internal parts are exposed.

Do not look directly at flash when in use at short distances (especially those of
babies and toddlers) Temporary blindness and/or visual impairment may occur.
The use of a diffuser is recommended while in use with children.

Do not use the flash unit in the presence of flammable gases, chemicals and
other similar materials. In certain circumstances, these materials may be
sensitive to the strong light emitted by from this flash unit and fire or
electromagnetic interference may result.

DO NOT leave or store unit in the temperature over 115 F. Never leave in vehicle
as temperature may rise and damage may accur.

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Before using this product

Please read this user manual carefully in order to ensure your safety and the proper
operation of this product. Keep for future reference.

Thank you for purchasing Cheetah product.

The Cheetah advanced flash CL-180 is a powerful and portable lighting source
designed for professional photographers and photography enthusiasts. It is
compatible with market-available cameras from Canon, Nikon, Pentax, and
Olympus, etc. CL-180 offers:

FOREWORD

FOR YOUR SAFETY

CONTENTS

1. Flash tube*1

2. Protecting bag*1

3. Mini stand*1

4. Reflector*1

5. Power cable*1

6. Reflector diffuser*1

7. Instruction manual*1

Name of Parts

01. Accessory Mount 08. Sync Cord Jack

02. Accessory Locking Ring 09. PC Sync Socket

03. Flash Tube 10. MF-Assist Beam

04. Tube Socket 11. Light Sensor

05. Release Button 12. Control Panel

06. Power Socket 13. Hotshoe Stand

07. Wireless Control Port

14. LCD display

15. MF-Assist Beam Button

16. BUZZ Button

17. MODE Selection Button

18. SET Button

19. ON/OFF Power Switch

20. Test Button/ Flash Ready Indicator

21. Select Dial

Body

Control Panel

This unit is not self powered. It uses Cheetah Lithium battery or Cheetah Ni-MH Battery
(sold separately).

Included Accessories

Separately Sold Accessories

The product can be used in combination with the following accessories (sold
separately)so as to achieve the best photography effects:

Wireless Remote Control, Photographic Umbrella, High Speed Sync Transmitter,
Beauty Dish, Snoot, Softbox, etc.

Installing Reflector (Other Accessories)

1. Rotate Accessory Locking Ring (2) counter­clockwise until it is loosen.

2. Insert the reflector into the Accessory Mount (1).

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