Rollei Studio Pro 400 HHS Studio Flash Instruction Manual

Rollei Studio Pro 400 HHS Studio Flash

Product Information

The Studio Pro 400 / 600 / 800 / 1200 is a high-speed sync studio flash designed for professional photography. It features various functions and settings to provide optimal lighting for studio shoots. The flash is equipped with a glass protector, umbrella holder, umbrella lock, lamp stand lock, carrying handle, group indicator, Bowens S-Type connector, LED modeling light, release button, wireless signal button, flash mode button, test flash button, power on/off switch, power cable connection, multi-mode button, photo cell (infrared sensor), adjustment knob, modeling light/signal tone button, and sync port. The flash also has a tilt-lock mechanism and comes with an easy cap for protection.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before the first use, read the operating instructions and safety instructions carefully.
2. Ensure that the flash is securely connected to a power source.
3. Attach the glass protector to the flash to prevent damage to the flash tube.
4. If using an umbrella, insert it into the umbrella holder and lock it in place using the umbrella lock.
5. Secure the flash to a lamp stand using the lamp stand lock.
6. Use the carrying handle for easy transportation of the flash.
7. Connect the flash to compatible devices using the Bowens S-Type connector.
8. Adjust the power settings using the adjustment knob. The power value is displayed on the LCD screen.
9. Activate the multi-mode by pressing the multi-mode button. Use the adjustment knob to set the number of flashes per second (blitz frequency) and press the multi-mode button again to confirm.
10. In multi-mode, the flash will continuously fire at the set frequency to capture multiple images of a subject.
11. For wireless triggering, press the wireless signal button and adjust the settings accordingly.
12. Press the flash mode button to switch between different flash modes (normal, freeze, HSS, synchronization).
13. Press the test flash button to manually trigger a test flash for preview purposes.
14. Turn on/off the flash using the power on/off switch.
15. Connect the power cable to the flash for power supply.
16. Use the photocell (infrared sensor) to detect external light sources and trigger the flash accordingly.
17. Use the modeling light/signal tone button to control the modeling light and adjust the signal tone settings.
18. Connect external devices using the sync port for synchronized triggering.
19. Ensure to follow safety guidelines mentioned in the safety instructions section of the user manual.

Note: For detailed technical specifications and disposal instructions, please refer to the user manual provided with the product.

Before the First Use

Before using the device for the first time, please read the operating instructions and safety instructions carefully.

Keep the operating instructions together with the device for future use. If other people use this device, make this manual available to them. If you pass on the device to a third party, this manual is part of the device and must be supplied with the device.

Explanation of Symbols

The following symbols are used in this manual, on the flash or on the packaging.

Products marked with this symbol comply with all relevant Community legislation of the European Economic Area.

Products marked with this symbol are operated with alternating current.

With protection class I (protective earthing), all electrically conductive housing parts of the unit are connected to the protective earth conductor.

For indoor use only. Devices with this symbol may only be operated indoors (dry environment).

Overview

1. Glass protection

2. Umbrella holder

3. Umbrella locking

4. Lamp tripod lock

5. Carrying handle

6. Group indicator

7. Bowens S-Type connector

8. Flash Tube

9. LED modelling light

10. Release button
    for accessories

11. Radio signal button

12. Flash mode button

13. Test flash button

14. On/off switch

15. Power cord connection

16. Multi-mode button

17. Photocell (infrared sensor)

18. Menu / Return button

19. Settings button

20. Modelling light/signal tone button

21. SYNC connection

22. Tilt lock

Wireless receiver signal
Briefly press the Radio signal button and turn the control knob to set the signal source of the radio transmitter. Press the setting knob to confirm and the radio signal symbol stops flashing.

Wireless signal corresponding to the shutter release button

Wireless Remote Control

• TTL-ALL: (integrated hot shoe transmitter) – Professional radio transmitter
  Mark II

• TTL-C (Canon remote control)

• TTL-N (Nikon remote control)

• TTL-S (Sony remote control)

• TTL-F (Fujifilm remote control)

• CH/GR (CH & GR remote control)

• Canon RT radio „ID“numbers can be set between 00 – 99 / AU.
  Flash and Canon speedlites can be synchronized when CH & ID numbers keep the same.

Setting the group
Press the Radio signal button twice to set the group, the group icon blinks. Turn the control knob to set the group, press the control knob to confirm, the GR group symbol stops flashing.
GR: A / B / C / D / E / F / G / H / I / J / L / O / P / Q / S / U

Channel setting CH: 00~31
Press the Radio signal button three times to switch to the channel and turn the control knob to set the channel. Press the setting knob to confirm,the CH channel symbol stops flashing.

Setting the modelling light
Press the modelling light key briefly to set the modelling light to ”Off / Proportional / 100% / Individual“. In individual mode, press the modelling light key until the symbol flashes, turn the modelling knob to adjust the brightness of the modelling light and press the modelling knob to confirm.

Interface of the menu functions

1. EasyCap
2. Delay
3. Setting the power display
4. Sleep mode: 15 / 30 / 60 minutes
5. Background lighting: 1 / 2 / 3
6. Firmware version number display

Operation

EasyCap

• Press the Menu key once briefly to switch to the ”FN1“ mask setting interface.
• Press and hold the control knob to switch on the EasyCap function, turn the control knob and set the total number of flash light groups in mask mode, and press the control knob briefly to set the number of flashes.
  For example, ”6 – 2“ means that there are 6 groups of flash positions in the mask mode, and the current flash will flash at the second shutter release.

Delay
Briefly press the menu key twice to switch to ”FN2“, turn the setting knob and set the delay flash time, briefly press the setting knob and switch the time unit.
Flash delay setting: 0.00 ~ 30 seconds.

Setting the power indicator
Press the Menu key three times to switch to ”FN3“, turn the setting knob and set

• ”on / off“ and press the test flash key to exit.
• ”On“ – fractional number display / ”Off“ – decimal display

Freeze
Briefly press the flash mode button once to activate the freeze
mode. At the camera‘s standard flash sync speed (Canon 1 / 250s /Nikon 1 / 320s / Sony 1 / 250s), you can freeze fast movements.
Table of the output power and flash duration:

• 9.0 (1/1) : 1/900s 8.0 (1/2) : 1/1000s 7.0 (1/4) : 1/2000s
• 6.0 (1/8) : 1/4200s 5.0 (1/16) : 1/8300s 4.0 (1/32) : 1/12000s
• 3.0 (1/64) : 1/20000s 2.0 (1/128) : 1/42000s 1.0 (1/256) : 1/56000s

Multiple mode (Multi)

• Press and hold the multi-mode key for about 2 seconds to activate multi-mode.
• After switching on, briefly press the multi-mode button to set the flash times.
• When the ” “ symbol flashes, turn the adjustment knob to set the flash times.
• Press the multi-mode button twice and turn the control knob to set the flash frequency per second: 01 ~ 30 Hz.
• Depending on the output power, the flash times and the flash frequency per second are changed.
• The multi mode allows you to take several pictures of the movement of an object on a single photograph by continuous flash according to the setting.
• During the multiple flash cycle, the camera shutter should remain open until the end of the flash.

1. Flash times (Number of exposures for one image)
2. Flash frequency per second

Calculation formula of the multi-flash mode:
Flash times/flash frequency = shutter speed

High-speed sync mode / HSS

• Briefly press the flash mode button twice briefly to Switch on HSS mode.
• Support of camera shutter speed up to 1 / 8000s
• In HSS mode the flash output adjustment is ~ 9.0 (1 / 1).
• Press the flash mode button three times to switch off the HSS mode.
• The HSS symbol disappears and the flash goes into normal mode.
• In normal flash mode, the colour temperature is 5500K ± 100K.
• Colour temperature range of two consecutive flashes with the same output power: ± < 30K.

Photocell (infrared sensor): Press the Menu button approximately for 2 seconds to switch the infrared function on and off.

Signal tone: Press the signal tone key for about 2 seconds to switch the signal tone on/off.

Technical Data

• Type
• Performance
• Recycling Time
• Output control
• EU energy efficiency class (EU 2017/1369)
• EU energy efficiency class spectrum
• (EU 2017/1369)
• Flash/sync modes
• Flash duration (t = 0.5 s)
• Colour temperature
• Modelling light
• Modelling light regulation
• Radio receiver
• Frequency range
• Maximum transmission power
• Compatible radio transmitters
• Compatible cameras
• Channels / Groups
• Further functions/equipment
• Multi mode
• Compatibility with accessories
• Power supply
• Dimensions (cm)
• Weight
• Box Content

We reserve the right to update functions or parameters without further notice.

M: 1 .0 – 9 .0 (1/256 – 1/1) / HSS: 4 .0 – 9 .0 (1/32 – 1/1)
G
A – G
Normal / Freeze / HSS / Synchronisation to 1st / 2nd shutter curtain
Normal: 1/900 – 1/8,500s / Freeze: 1/900 – 1/56,000s
5,500 K ± 100K (Normal) / 5,500K ± 300K (HSS) / 5,400K – 9,500K (Freeze)
30W LED (colour temperature: 4100K ± 200K)
Off / 100% / Proportional / Individual
Integrated / 2 .4 GHz / range > 100 m
2 .402 – 2 .480 Ghz
6 dBm
Professional Radio Transmitter Mark II
Canon / Nikon / Sony / Fuji / Panasonic / Olympus
32 channels: 00 – 31 / 16 groups: A/B/C/D/E/F/G/H/I/J/L/O/P/Q/S/U
Photocell (infrared sensor) | Signal tone | EasyCap | Delay | LC- Display | Umbrella holder | Tripod attachment | Carrying handle | Cooling | sleep mode: 30 min / 60 min | sync connection

3 .5 mm / sync voltage DC 5 V

flash times: 01 – 99 / flash frequency: 1 – 30 Hz
Bowens S type adapter
AC 195 ~ 245 V 50 / 60 Hz 20 A (fuse)
38 x 14 .5 x 22 .5| 41 .5 x 14 .5 x 22 .5| 42 .5 x 14 .5 x 22 .5| 47 .5 x 14 .5 x 22 .5
3 .1 kg| 3 .4 kg| 3 .7 kg| 4 .5 kg
Studio Pro 400 / 600 / 800 or 1200,

glass protection, protective cap, power cord and operating instructions

Safety Instructions

Danger from electric current!
Faulty electrical installations or excessive mains voltage can cause electric shock.

• Only connect the product if the mains voltage of the socket corresponds to the specifications on the type plate.
• Connect the product to an easily accessible power outlet so that you can quickly disconnect it from the mains in case of problems.
• Use only the supplied power cord.
• Do not use the product if it is visibly damaged or if the cable is defective.
• If the product or its accessories are damaged, they must be replaced or repaired by the manufacturer, its service department or a similarly qualified person to prevent hazards.
• The housing must not be opened and repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician. To do this, contact a specialist workshop. Any liability and all warranty claims are excluded in the event of repairs by the user, improper connection or incorrect operation.
• Do not use the product with an external timer or a separate remote control system.
• If you do not use the product for a long period of time, always disconnect it from the power source.
• Protect the product from moisture. Do not touch the product with wet/damp hands or immerse it in water.
• This product is not waterproof! Do not use this product in the rain or in wet environments. Never touch the product during a thunderstorm.
• Before disconnecting the power, turn off the power at the main switch.
• Do not store or use the flash unit in locations where it is exposed to strong electromagnetic fields or dust. Keep the unit away from other sources of interference.
• Switch the flash unit off and disconnect it from the power supply when changing the flash tube

Attention!

• Never use the power cord as a carrying handle.
• Keep the product and accessories away from naked flames, hot surfaces and highly flammable materials.
• Lay the power cord so that it does not present a tripping hazard.
• Do not bend the power cord or lay it over sharp edges.

Attention!
Danger for children and persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities (e.g. partially disabled, older persons with limited physical and mental abilities) or lack of experience and know-how (e.g. older children).

This product may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and know-how, provided that they are supervised or have received instructions for the safe use of the product and understand the potential hazards arising from its use. Children must not play with the product.

The product must not be cleaned or maintained by children. Keep children under eight years of age away from the product and its accessories.

• Do not insert any objects into the product.
• Do not leave the product unattended during operation.
• The product is not a toy. Keep the product, accessories and packaging materials away from children and pets to prevent accidents and suffocation.
• For photographic lighting purposes only. Not suitable for permanent room lighting.
• Do not film car, bus, bicycle, motorbike or train drivers while driving with this product. The driver may be blinded and cause an accident. This also applies to unlisted persons or groups if possible glare could cause an accident.
• Do not shine directly into the eyes of people or animals as this may cause damage to the retina, visual disturbances and even blindness.
• Ensure adequate ventilation during operation. Never cover the ventilation slits of the unit.
• Do not use or store the unit in high temperatures or in closed rooms with direct sunlight. The product should not be used in ambient temperatures above 40°C.
• Please note that the flash tube, modelling light and a connected reflector can become very hot during operation. Do not touch these parts during or immediately after operation. Allow the unit components to cool down before replacing the flash tube or reflector.
• Handle glass parts such as the flash tube with care so that the glass is not broken. Do not touch the flash tube with bare hands, use clean cotton gloves or a microfibre cloth. Small residues of skin grease can cause the flash tube to burst.
• Make sure that the flash tilt lever is firmly tightened before using the unit and connecting accessories to it.
• Mount the flash unit on a tripod with sufficient load-bearing capacity and set up the tripod so that it cannot tip over or slip.
• Allow the flashgun to cool down before packing it for transport or storage.

Disposal
Dispose of the packaging according to its type. Use the local possibilities for collecting paper, cardboard and light packaging. (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with systems for separate collection of recyclable materials)
Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with household waste! You are legally obliged to dispose of old appliances separately from household waste. Information on collection points that accept old appliances free of charge is available from your local authority or town council.

Conformity
Rollei GmbH & Co. KG declares that the radio equipment types ”Rollei Studio Pro 400“,”Rollei Studio Pro 600“, ”Rollei Studio Pro 800“ and ”Rollei Studio Pro 1200“ comply with Directive 2014/53/EU
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following Internet addresses:

https://www.rollei.com/egk/studiopro400
https://www.rollei.com/egk/studiopro600
https://www.rollei.com/egk/studiopro800
https://www.rollei.com/egk/studiopro1200
Rollei GmbH & Co. KG
In de Tarpen 42, 22848 Norderstedt
Germany

Rollei GmbH & Co. KG
In de Tarpen 42
22848 Norderstedt

Service Hotline:
+49 40 270750277
@rollei_de
/rollei.foto.de

www.rollei.com

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