Page 1
M500 Instruction manual Instruction manual M500 PRIOLITE GmbH / Gattinger Str. 7 / D-97076 Würzburg / Tel +49(0)931 20700000 / eMail info@priolite.com / Web http://www.priolite.com...
Page 2
Best regards, PRIOLITE GmbH Description. PRIOLITE M500 is a radio-controllable compact unit for mains operation with a maximum output of 500 J. It is available for 230V operation and with multi-voltage technology. The power output ensues via 6 apertures, accurately controllable in 1/10 steps. Recycle time to maximum output is less than 2 seconds.
Page 3
Only the supplied original PRIOLITE cables must be used. No junction boxes may be used for connecting several flash units. Flash units may be connected only to a power supply with an intact ground wire. Before each use, check to ensure that the casing as well as all cables, connectors and sockets are in good, undamaged condition.
Page 4
To remove the cover dome, tilt it slightly so that it detaches from two of the spring mounts. Then gently pull the cover dome straight up. PRIOLITE GmbH Würzburg - Page 4 - Last revised: December 2013...
Page 5
Should you have any questions concerning compatibility, please contact us. Connection of softboxes The PRIOLITE softboxes have a connector plate with 3 flanges (Bowens / S-Line principle). The flanges are inserted into the appropriate recesses as described in the “Connection of Reflectors”...
Page 6
PRIOLITE M500 Operating Instructions Power connection / Switching on and off M500 compact flash units are intended for 230V operation (230V version) or world-wide operation (multi-voltage version that automatically adjusts to the respective mains voltage (230V/115V)). The power cable included with delivery is plugged into the power socket at the lower back and then connected to the mains socket.
Page 7
Audio: When the “Audio” button is activated, flash readiness is indicated by an acoustic signal. PRIOLITE GmbH Würzburg - Page 7 - Last revised: December 2013...
Page 8
Compact flash units that are switched off are automatically discharged. It is also possible to reduce the energy quickly to the current value by triggering a test flash. PRIOLITE GmbH Würzburg - Page 8 - Last revised: December 2013...
Page 9
First, unhook the trigger wire. Then, carefully pull the flash tube out of the plug connector and replace it with a new one (to be ordered from PRIOLITE). Then re-attach the trigger wire. Before using the unit once again the glass dome is to be mounted for safety reasons.
Page 10
Accessories. The following accessories are available: Radio remote control Lightformers (Reflectors, Grids, Softboxes, Octaforms, Striplights, Umbrellas) Stands, Bags Glass Domes, Flashtubes, Halogen lamps, Sync/Power cables PRIOLITE GmbH Würzburg - Page 10 - Last revised: December 2013...
Page 11
DIN EN 60335 according to the provisions of the Directives 2004/108/EG and 2006/95/EG Place and date of issue: Würzburg, 01-Juli-2013 Dipl.-Ing. Joachim Renschke Geschäftsführer / Managing Director PRIOLITE GmbH PRIOLITE GmbH Würzburg - Page 11 - Last revised: December 2013...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the M500 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers