Bolt CYCLONE DR Series, User Manual

Page 1: ...CYCLONE DR PP 500DR Dual Outlet Power Pack with Removable Battery User Manual ...

Page 2: ...ak Vivitar and Metz The Power Pack includes the PP 5800BP removeable battery pack that can be quickly swapped out with a fully charged battery The included charger will fully recharge the battery pack in just 4 5 hours so a second battery pack available separately can charge while you work The PP 500DR Power Pack features a microcontroller unit MCU circuit design with integrated software and hardw...

Page 3: ...r use this product at temperatures above 104 F 40 C Do not connect this product to a charger other than the included unit To avoid overheating and damaging your flash unit please wait at least 10 minutes after 40 continuous full power flashes Make sure the unit is powered off when plugging it into a power source Use only the correct recommended voltage Handle the unit with care Clean the unit with...

Page 4: ...t clip 5 Charging port 6 USB terminal 7 Battery gauge 8 Battery pack 9 Battery pack lock 10 Control unit 11 Shoulder strap 12 LED battery level indicator 13 Status indicator for Socket 1 14 Power button 15 Status indicator for Socket 2 16 AC battery charger 10 9 8 4 1 3 2 5 6 7 ...

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Page 6: ... Plug the charger unit into an AC outlet 2 Plug the charging cable into the battery s charging port 3 The charger indicator turns red when the battery is charging 4 When the battery charger turns green the battery is full charged Tip If you own PP 5800BP or PP 400BP batteries you can remove one battery from the power pack and charge it using the AC charger while using the second battery to power t...

Page 7: ...pack outside of the United States plug adapters available separately may be used to plug the charger into any 100 240 V AC power outlet Reading the indicator lights while charging The Status LED remains off during charging The AC charger s indicator light will be red during charging When the battery is fully charged its light will turn green To check the battery level while the unit is charging pr...

Page 8: ...vel of charge as follows Battery LED 1 on 25 or lower charge level Battery LEDs 1 2 on 25 50 charge level Battery LEDs 1 3 on 50 75 charge level Battery LEDs 1 4 on 75 or higher charge level When Battery LED 1 is blinking the Cyclone DR will disable power output the battery needs immediate charging before it can operate again If the Cyclone DR is in use continuously for 12 hours its automatic powe...

Page 9: ...oad your flash unit with its standard batteries before connecting it to the Cyclone DR You may need to set your flash unit to recycle by drawing power from only the Cyclone DR to avoid draining the installed batteries Check your flash unit s manual for details on the relevant setting To connect your Cyclone DR to your flash unit 1 Plug the metal connector of the connection cable firmly into one of...

Page 10: ...e Cyclone DR and wait for the Status and battery LEDs to turn on then power on your flash To disconnect your Cyclone DR from your flash unit 1 Press the power button until the Status and battery LEDs turn off 2 If you re using a cable with a locking mechanism rotate the locking collar to the unlocked position 3 Unplug the connection cable from the battery pack 3 ...

Page 11: ...pecific unit you re using It can power thousands of shots in automatic mode with some flash units To get the best use out of your Cyclone DR Use in environments with moderate temperatures Don t fire more than 40 full power flashes in a row Doing this can overheat and even damage your flash The Cyclone DR has a much higher power output than the typical built in battery of a flash unit Refer to your...

Page 12: ...icate the level of charge as follows Battery LED 1 on 25 or lower charge level Battery LEDs 1 2 on 25 50 charge level Battery LEDs 1 3 on 50 75 charge level Battery LEDs 1 4 on 75 or higher charge level Battery LED 1 flashing The Cyclone DR has been drained and needs to be charged Status LED flashing The Status LED flashing indicates that the battery is overheated Stop using the pack for at least ...

Page 13: ...also offers these convenient features Padded feet Two rubberized feet give the Cyclone DR stability and protection when you set it down Belt clip One of the easiest ways to carry the Cyclone DR is to attach it to your belt with the included clip When you re not carrying the pack on your belt you can give it a cleaner profile by removing the clip To do this loosen the screws securing it with a Phil...

Page 14: ...ulder strap through the built in lugs on the Cyclone DR and through the strap clips and buckles as shown here After threading it pull it tight to take up any slack Always make sure that your strap is attached securely dropping the Cyclone DR can damage it ...

Page 15: ...le The Status indicator light is flashing The pack is overheated Turn it off and wait for at least 10 minutes before using it again The Cyclone DR is charged and connected to a flash with a cable but the flash does not fire Make sure you have AA or other internal batteries installed in the flash These may be required for its computer functions to work Customer Service For customer service please g...

Page 16: ...included Once connected press the button on the battery pack to get it started Compatible Accessories The Cyclone DR is compatible with a wide range of hot shoe and handle mount flash units Make sure you select a connection cable that is compatible with your flash unit Many compatible accessories are also available from Bolt and other brands Bolt connection cables are interchangeable with some oth...

Page 17: ...sories 17 These optional accessories are available from Bolt BO 1012 Sony Flash Cable BO 1007 CKE Nikon Flash Cable With Locking Mechanism BO 1006 CZ Canon Flash Cable With Locking Mechanism Bolt PP 5800BP Battery Pack ...

Page 18: ... charge Up to 2700 at full power Operation environment working temperature range 4 F to 104 F 20 C to 40 C Operation environment working humidity 85 or less USB output 5 V 1 A Dimensions W H D 4 33 6 29 1 57 in 110 160 40 mm including belt clip Weight 19 4 oz 550 g AC Charger BO 1008 Input 100 to 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Output 12 V DC 1500 mA Cord length 60 in 1 5 m Dimensions 3 75 1 25 1 62 in 95 32 41...

Page 19: ...ver damage or defect caused by misuse neglect accident alteration abuse improper installation or maintenance EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE This warranty provides you with specific legal rights and you may also hav...

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