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1. Application Topas A
We are delighted that you have chosen the high quality product broncolor Topas A. With
proper care it will render you many years of good service.
This mains (AC-line) supplied studio flash unit is designed for professional photography.
For your safety, use a three-wire extension cable when required.
2. Start up
2.1
Mains (AC-line) voltage
The power packs Topas A2 and Topas A4 automatically adapt to the respective mains
(AC-line) voltage between 240 V and 100 V. When the unit is operated on 100 V the
following limitations come into force:
- maximum flash energy Topas A2:
1200 J instead of 1600 J
- maximum flash energy Topas A4:
2400 J instead of 3200 J
- the flash duration is extended by about 20%
The Topas A8 Evolution power pack is designed only for the mains voltage 200 – 240
V.
Please check that your local mains voltage corresponds with the specifications on the
nameplate of the unit. Also ensure that the halogen modelling lamps (modelling light) of
the connected lamp bases correspond with the local mains voltage.
2.2
Earthed Mains (AC-line)
Connect unit to current supply always using an earthed mains plug.
2.3 Start
up
Use the mains (AC-line) switch (1) to power-up unit. During the charging process the
digital power displays (15) of the two lamp outlets (1 and 2) flash, after which, they
become continuous. Additionally the green ready light (7) is lit.
