How do I charge the Tronix Explorer XT?
There are two ways to charge Tronix Explorer XT.
A Conventional Outlet, 100V to 240V
AC
. For a fully discharged
battery, except for the initial charging, charging can take about 3
to 5 hours.
Car Battery. Plug the Tronix Explorer XT to the car cigarette jack
through the 14V DC jack located at the back panel of Explorer
XT.
How many pops can I expect with one full charge?
The number of pops will depend on the type of flash unit and the
power loaded to Explorer XT. Small loads will produce greater number
of pops and faster recycling time compared to large power loads.
What are the things to watch out when using Explorer XT?
Just like any portable power source from batteries, the recycling time
of Tronix Explorer XT for flash units and power packs can never be
faster than the recycling time when a studio light or power pack is
plugged directly from a convenience outlet or power line.
In addition, modeling lights should be switched OFF as continuous load
drains the battery at a higher rate.
It should also be recharged after each use and should not be kept
stored for more than 3 months without using or charging. Similar to
other products that use lead-acid batteries, a discharged battery for a
few months will severely affect its performance and lifetime.
Are there any maintenance tips on storing Explorer XT?
The unit should be switched OFF when not in use. Leaving Tronix
Explorer XT on and not in use will severely damage the battery. Its
battery can be left plugged even after it is fully charged. The product
uses trickle-charging technique so the battery would not be over
charged. This practice also maintains the battery's optimum life span.
What is the expected life span of the Explorer battery? How much
would be the replacement battery?
Tronix
Explorer XT's batteries are rated at 300 charge-discharge cycles
or about a year of everyday use or the battery's actual usage. Should
the batteries be needed to be replaced, use only batteries provided by
Tronix or with the same specification (see Technical Specifications).
Tronix Explorer XT uses two 12V, 7Ah Sealed Lead-Acid batteries.
Other batteries may not be suitable to Tronix Explorer XT and may
cause electrical hazard or injury
.
