USER GUIDE XB PRIME 3 / 5 / 7 / 12 Please read this manual before operating XB PRIME, and keep it for future reference. Referez-vous au mode d’emploi avant d’utilizer la XB PRIME.
Index 2 Introduction P03 Intellectual Property P03 Safety Introduction P04 Unpacking P05 Layout P06 LCD Layout P07 Specification P08 Operation Instruction for XB PRIME P09 How to set Remote Control P13 How to install software for XB PRIME P14 Operation Instruction for SWING P23 Operation Instruction for XB OPTION P24 Check list when troubling P33 Replacing lamp and flash tube P34 Accessories P36 Warranty P37
INTRODUCTION Thank you for your choice for XB PRIME. XB PRIME is designed for professional photographers. It gives quicker and easier operation and great satisfaction for professional photographers. XB PRIME is made of superior electric components in the world. ( Capacitor : Rubicon Company [only made in Japan], Flash Tube : Perkin Elmer Company [ Only made in Singapore]) Rime Lite telecommunications Web: www.rimelite.com Facebook: rimelites Twitter: @rimelites Mail : info@rimelite.
Safety Instructions Please read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to XB PRIME - Do not expose to extream temperatuers ( above 140℉ or below -4℉, or above 60℃ or below -20℃). - Do not expose to moisture. Do not use XB PRIME near water. - Do not let any foreign matter spill into XB PRIME - Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
Unpacking Your package contains the following items.
Layout 6 Cursor Description Cursor Description ① Protecting Glass ⑧ Main Inlet ② Modeling Lamp ⑨ LCD ③ Flash Tube ⑩ Wireless Module Holder ④ Modeling Base ⑪ Modeling Lamp Fuse ⑤ Umbrella Holder ⑫ Sync Socket ⑥ Locking Holder ⑬ Function Buttons ⑦ Photocell ⑭ Power Switch ⑮ Power Intensity Up / Down
Display Layout The display is comprised of below images.
SPECIFICATION 8
Operation Instruction for XB PRIME A. Insert a power cord into the main Inlet. B. Turn the power switch ON How to set Flash Power Intensity 1. 2. By increasing or decreasing 0.1 F-stop. - Turn the digital encoder volume (①) to the right, then the power intensity is increased. - Turn the digital encoder volume (①) to the left, then the power intensity is decreased. The maximum power output mode. - 3. The minimum power output mode. - 4. Press the encoder (①) only once.
How to set ACS (Aperture Control System) Once you firstly complete setting up the exposure value on XB PRIME, the exposure value can be controlled anytime whenever users want to increase or decrease it. You can also check the exact exposure value among a subject, a camera and XB PRIME on LCD display window if the distance of them is not changed. How to check the ACS - 1. You can check the ACS on the LCD display to see whether it is standby mode or not.
Another Function 1. Photo Cell On/Off (② in the picture) - Press “CELL” button once. The “CELL” icon on the LCD display window will be changed into black color, which means that Photo Cell function is ready to work. If users don’t want to use it, press the “CELL” button once more. 2. Sound On/Off - Press “SOUND” button once. The “SOUND” icon on the LCD display window will be changed into black color, which means it is ready to work the sound function.
How to set the Remote Systems (Wireless holder, ① in the picture) - A wireless receiver is needed when a user uses a remote control and PC in order to operate XB PRIME. - Join the wireless receiver to the rare cover. How to set Studio and Channel. XB PRIME has both Studio and Channel mode. Each Studio mode consist of 10 strobes (Channel) 1. How to change the strobe group 1) Press “XB” button for at least 3 seconds.
How to set Remote Control A. Most operating way is same with the XB Prime’s Operating Instruction. B. The differences are only a few. 1. “POWER” button Turn on the power of Remote Control. 2. “XB” button This button is for the start of all performances of each strobe/channel. Press this button when you need to perform any functions of each strobe. Press “POWER” button and select the studio group (A to E) and then select the strobe/channel (1 to 10) and then press the “XB” button.
How to install the software for XB PRIME 14 1. You can download the software on Rime Lite website : http://www.rimelite.com/2662 2. Download 3. You will see the icon on your computer 4. Click below icon 5. You will see the icon in your screen, then double-click this icon.
6. 15 Click “Next” button.
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8. 17 Select any folder you want to install this program in your computer. And click “Next” button.
9. 18 Click “ Install” button.
10. Tick off “Launch the CP210x VCP Driver Installer, and click “Finish” button.
11. If downloading is successful, you should check whether “ Silicon Labs CP210 x USB to UART Bridge(COM3)” is installed in Device Manager in your computer.
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13. Click “ Scan Button”, Then, this program will automatically find out the activated Strobes. You can control each strobe.
How to install the software for XB PRIME (MAC) 1. 23 You can download the software on Rime Lite website : http://www.rimelite.com/2662 and down load softwares.
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Operation Instruction for SWING Before you use SWING with XB PRIME, please power off strobes. You will experience the great performance of both strobe and SWING. Transmitter - Join the transmitter to a digital camera Receiver - Join the receiver to a strobe. Notice) when a user set the channel of SWING, the user should adjust the same number of both transmitter and receiver.
Operation Instruction for XB OPTION ① Power On / Off Switch ② Status Indicator ③ Test Button ④ Channel ⑤ Battery Holder ⑥ Hotshoe Connector ⑦ Antenna 31
OPERATION INSTRUCTION 1. POWER ON / OFF - Use the on / off switch when new XB-T power turn on / off. Please turn it off after using. 2. STROBE POWER ON/ OFF - When pushing the TEST button for 3 sec. used strobe will turn on / off. 3. SELECTING GROUPS and SEQUENTIAL FIRING - Select any group very easily with 4 switches.
Check list when troubling 1. Cannot turn on the power. 1) Please check the power switch on. 2) Please check the power cable inserted correctly. 2. Unit does not flash. 1) Please check the flash tube inserted correctly. 2) Please check the trigger coil contacted with the flash tube legs. 3) Please change the flash tube. 3. Unit does not recharge. 1) Please check the power cable inserted correctly. 2) Please check the units voltage supply it correct. 3) Please change the fuse. 4. Ready “beep” does not sound.
Replacing lamp and flash tube You must switch off and disconnect the power cord before changing lamp or flash tube!! 34
Accessories 36
XB PRIME is free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of twenty four (24) months from the original date of purchase by the consumer. If during the period of warranty this product proves defective under normal use and service, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was originally purchased, or to any Rime Lite authorized dealer or authorized service center, if outside the time limit for returns imposed by the retailer. - Warranty Conditions 1.
