Dynalite Power Pack User Manual

Dyna-Lite: The Legacy of Lighting

We thank you for choosing state-of-the-art Dyna-Lite studio lighting equipment. Since 1970 Dyna-Lite has
been committed to the design and manufacture of small, lightweight power packs to help professional
photographers improve their control over the challenges of lighting. Our products are designed to make it
easier for you to brilliantly light people or products, in the studio or on location. We pride ourselves in making
an excellent product that keeps up with the ever changing needs of the professional photographer such
as the two stop Variator for the ultimate in flash control and Wi packs featuring the Pocketwizard ™ radio
receivers.
Lighter Weight means less to carry or ship. Yet we pack more watts per pound into our power units than any
other power pack on the market.

Compact Size and smaller footprint, makes for power packs that take up less room in the studio, on location,
or in a shipping case.

Extended Life of Dyna-Lite power packs insure a longer continuous duty life cycle and more “stamina” than
competitive systems.

Flexibility and Control built into sensibly priced Dyna-Lite power packs simplify complex lighting set-ups.

Abuse Resistant Design through the use of arc proof connectors and switches make Dyna-Lite equipment

safe and virtually “assistant proof.”

Reliability is engineered into every Dyna-Lite power pack, durable and consistent Dyna-Lite Power Packs
are the choice of professional photographers and equipment rental houses worldwide.

Two year Warranty comes standard with all Dyna-Lite power packs. Be sure to return the enclosed warranty
card so that we may register you in the growing family of Dyna-Lite power pack owners. Quick turn-around
repair service, should you ever need it, is available at Dyna-Lite headquarters in Union, New Jersey, and at
conveniently located regional service centers. In addition, factory-trained service capability exists at many
Dyna-Lite dealer locations.

If you have any questions about your Dyna-Lite power pack, please call 1-800-722-6638. We are here to help.

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Important Safeguards

When using this flash equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, included the following:

1. Read and understand ALL instructions and specifications before using your Dyna-Lite equipment.

2. Care must be taken when handling the flash heads as injury could occur from touching the modeling
lamp(s) or flash tube(s).

3. DO NOT operate a power pack or flash head with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped.

4. If an extension power cord is necessary, a cord with a suitable current rating should be used. Cords
rated for less than 15 amps may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be
tripped over or pulled from the electric source outlet.

5. Unplug the power pack from the electrical outlet when not in use. NEVER yank the cord to pull the plug
from the outlet.

6. Let flash heads cool completely before putting them away. Loop flash cables in an 8” to 10” diameter
when storing.

7. DO NOT allow power cord(s) or flash head cable(s) to hang on or touch hot surfaces.

8. To avoid electrical shock hazard, DO NOT attempt to disassemble the power pack. Incorrect reassembly
could cause an electrical shock hazard when a power pack is subsequently used. Take it to a qualified
Dyna-Lite service technician when repair is required.

9. When the power pack is not in use for one month or more, it is wise to periodically plug the power pack
in and turn it ON for a couple of hours. It is not necessary to operate a flash head during this “idling”
time.

10. Use the flash head extension cable locking rings with the flash head pigtail not at power pack.

11. The use of properly GROUNDED AC outlet is recommended.

12. Remove plastic or metal flash head cover before shooting.

13. Please set the sync mode switch to the “SYNC” position before turning the power and model lamp
switches “ON” and “OFF”. This procedure will ensure the longevity of the power and modeling lamp
switches.

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General Instructions for all power packs

The following instructions are applicable to all Dyna-Lite power packs except as noted. Additional features
specific to individual packs are described on the pages that follow.

Flash Heads

To plug in flash heads, first plug the flash head extension cable into flash head pigtail, then plug the other end into a Flash Head
Outlet (this can be done at anytime without shutting down the power pack since outlets are arc protected). Align the white dot on the
extension cable plug with the back of the pack.

AC Power

First plug the AC power cord into the power pack, then into a grounded AC outlet. Next, turn AC Power Switch on. Then, wait for
the ready light or audible beep before firing flash. The Ready Light Switch also serves as an open flash test switch and signals 100%
flash readiness. NOTE: The Audible Ready Indicator indicates 100% flash readiness and can be turned on or off.

Modeling Lamps

Turn Modeling Light Switch on. Make sure modeling light switch on back of flash head is turned on. All power packs have
individually operated modeling light switches that can be used to control the brightness on the modeling lamp to match the
relative intensity of the flash.

Flash Head Power

Power Control Switches can be adjusted to provide full, half or quarter power to the flash head outlets in the respective “A” or “B”
channels.

Ratio/Combined Switch

All Dyna-Lite power packs feature the Ratio/ Combined switch. On all packs the flash head outlets are grouped into two separate
channels (sometimes called banks) marked “A” and “B”. The switch has two options; the first is A:B and the second is A+B.

Ratio A:B (Asymmetrical Power)

Uneven distribution of power to the A and B channels is referred to as asymmetrical or ratio and allows more control of light out­put by dividing the pack into two halves or channels that can each be separately controlled over a three stop range. First make
sure that you have the Ratio/Combined switch set to A:B. Now the corresponding Power Control switches control each channel
individually. If you plug one head into the Channel A side, that Power Control regulates only that same side. The Channel B side is
dormant until you plug a head into an outlet on the “B” side. Consequently, the Power Control switch on the B side only controls
Channel B. As you plug in an additional head to either (or both) sides, the power is equally split, but only among each channel.
If you had one flash head in Channel A set at 125 watt/seconds and two heads in Channel B set at 125 watt/seconds, the A head
would deliver 125 watt/seconds of power and each of the B heads would deliver 62 watt/second each.