Flashpoint Studio II Series 300IIV/400IIV Monolight

Foreword

The Flashpoint Studio 400 II V and Studio 300 II V R2 are manual, non-TTL 400-watt second and 300-watt second monolights, respectively. These compact AC studio lights are members of the R2 Family of wireless radio-controlled flashes. The 400 II V delivers a Guide Number (GN) of 256ft/65m, and the 300 II V delivers 228ft/58m, both compatible with standard Bowens reflectors and modifiers. They feature a 10W COB LED modeling lamp. These units are designed for flexible multiple light setups in studios or home environments and can operate on household circuits without blowing fuses. They are compatible with the Flashpoint R2 Wireless Remotes, offering seamless integration with the Studio Series. The Studio 400II-V and 300II-V R2 offer a maximum recycle time of 1.5 seconds, guaranteed by AC mains power. Digital controls for Power, Sync, Channel, and Group are clearly displayed on the rear graphical LCD panel, with manual controls adjustable in 0.1 stop increments across a 4-stop range. The incorporated R2 radio receiver supports signals up to 100m/328ft, with 32 channels and 16 individual groups. A standard PC port is also available for wired triggering. The AC power ensures unlimited use of the modeling lamp, which is adjustable from 5% to 100% brightness and features a cool COB LED. The replaceable flashtubes are housed within a standard Bowens S-Type 60-degree high-efficiency reflector.

The R2 Wireless system is a 2.4GHz radio system that connects the Flashpoint R2 Wireless Family. It links to transmitter signals up to over 100m/328ft, supporting channels and individual groups. Wired connection via the standard PC port is also possible.

Flashpoint, an innovator in studio and location lighting, offers these monolights as part of the R2 Family, providing ease of control for studio-based photography.

Features

• Compact and lightweight AC reliability.
• Impressively consistent GN 2568ft/65m output (400ws) or 228ft/58m (300ws).
• Built-in extended Flashpoint R2 2.4GHz wireless system.
• Senses and operates under 32 Channels and 16 non-TTL Groups.
• Recycles in less than 1.5s at full power and 0.1s at 1/32.
• Precise output displayed on the LCD panel.
• Wide range of 50 flash power steps from 1/32 to 1/1 (or 5.0 to 10.0).
• Optional R2 triggers control power ratio, modeling lamp, audio tone, and remote flash triggering.
• Bowens Type-S mount for compatibility with various light shapers.
• COB LED modeling lamp adjusts from 5% to 100% power levels in 3 modes.
• Outstanding output stability, with no more than 2% shifts under the same output.
• Anti-preflash Receiver modes enable synchronization with cameras using a one-preflash firing system via S1 & S2 Optic Receiver Modes.
• Auto memory and recovery of previous values and settings.
• Supports Flashpoint R2, R2T-32, and R2T-16 Transmitter Units.
• Supports Legacy R1-16 Remote Manual Trigger System.
• Rich color spectrum with flash duration (t.01) of 1/800s - 1/2000s.
• Stable Color Temperature 5600±200K throughout the flash range.
• Auto Memory feature retains last used settings.
• USB Communication Port (For R2TR-16 & R2TR-16 Receivers).
• 3.5mm Sync Port for direct camera cable link.

Warning

To prevent damage to the product or injury to you or others, read the following warnings before using this product. Keep these safety instructions for ready reference.

• Do not disassemble or modify. Send defective products to an authorized service center for inspection and maintenance.
• Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands, immerse in water, or expose to rain.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Place the device in a well-ventilated environment, ensuring lighting and heat dissipation holes are unobstructed. Do not use in flammable environments.
• Do not touch the heating parts of this product.
• Turn off the power and wear insulated gloves before installing and connecting accessories. When replacing the tube or modeling lamp, ensure they are cool and wear insulated gloves to prevent burns.
• Do not flash directly towards naked eyes (especially babies), as it may lead to visual impairment.
• Disconnect from the power supply when the device will not be used for an extended period.
• For continued protection against fire risk, replace the fuse only with the same Type F8AL 250V fuse.
• After 30 continuous flashes at full power, allow the flash to cool down for about 3 minutes. Overheating may occur if used continuously without cooling.
• Avoid sudden impacts, as they can damage the flash tube or internal elements.
• ⚠️ Do not touch the area around this symbol. ?✋

Names of Parts

Diagram showing the rear and side view of the Flashpoint Studio II Series monolight with numbered components.

• 1. AC Power Socket ?
• 2. Sync Cord Jack ?
• 3. Power Switch Button
• 4. Test Button
• 5. < MOD/OFF > Modeling Lamp Button ?
• 6. < S1/S2 > Optical Model Button
• 7. < GR/CH > Group/Channel Button ?
• 8. BUZZ Button ?
• 9. Wireless Control Port ?
• 10. LCD Display
• 11. Light Sensor
• 12. Modeling Lamp Indicator ?
• 13. Test Indicator
• 14. SET Dial ⚙️
• 15. Fuse
• 16. Mounting Bracket
• 17. Umbrella Input
• 18. Direction Adjusting Handle
• 19. Modifier Lock Lever

LCD Panel and Accessories

LCD Panel Description: The LCD panel displays indicators for Built-in 2.4G Wireless Transmission ?, Built-in Wireless Channel ?, Built-in Wireless Channel Dial ⚙️, Optical Model Indicator, Beep ?, Temperature Alarm Display ⚠️, Built-in Wireless Group ?, and Flash Output. It also shows the Modeling Lamp status: Off ?❌, in PROP Mode ?, or in Percentage ?. The display indicates when the Modeling Lamp is Off When Triggering the Flash.

Included Accessories:

• Power Cord ?
• Lamp Cover
• Instruction Manual

Separately Sold Accessories:

• R2 TTL
• R2 Pro TTL
• R2 MarkII Pro
• XT16 or FT-16 remote control
• Power Inverter
• Softbox
• Photographic Umbrella
• Barndoor
• Snoot, etc.

Operations

Flash Preparation

Attach the flash unit onto an appropriate light stand. Adjust the mounting bracket and ensure it is tightened and fixed.

Power Connection

Use the power cord to connect the flash to an AC power source and press the power switch button to power on and off.

Modeling Lamp

Short press the < MOD/OFF > Button to cycle through OFF, PROP, and percentage modes.

• When < OFF > is displayed, the modeling light is off.
• When < PROP > is displayed, the modeling light's intensity automatically adjusts with the flash's power.
• When a percentage is displayed, the modeling light's brightness can be adjusted from 5% to 100%. Short press the SET Dial ⚙️ and the percentage value will blink; turn the SET Dial to adjust the brightness, then short press again to exit.

When the modeling light is on, long press the < MOD/OFF > Button for 2 seconds to enable a function that turns off the modeling light when the flash triggers. The LCD panel will show < ?❌ >. Long press the < MOD/OFF > Button again to disable this function.

Safety Setting: The modeling lamp will turn off automatically after 4 hours to prevent overheating.

Power Output Control

The SET Dial ⚙️ controls the power output according to user selection. The power is adjustable from 1/16 to 1/1. The set power is shown on the LCD display. "--" on the display indicates that the flash triggering function is turned off. Press the Test button to discharge power when the flash output is adjusted from high to low.

Test Button

Press the Test button to fire the flash without taking a picture. It can also help adjust the flash brightness when used with the SET Dial ⚙️.

Tip: Press the SET Dial ⚙️ and turn on the flash to view its version.

Sync Triggering

The sync cord jack (2) is a Ф3.5mm plug. Insert a trigger plug, and the flash will be fired synchronously with the camera shutter.

<GR/CH> Group/Channel Button ?

Short press the < GR/CH > Group/Channel Button to adjust the built-in wireless group. When the group indicator on the LCD panel is blinking, turn the SET Dial ⚙️ to change. Long press the < GR/CH > Group/Channel Button to adjust the built-in wireless channel. When the channel indicator on the LCD panel is blinking, turn the SET Dial ⚙️ to change.

Optical Trigger Receiver Modes

Three optical triggering modes are available and can be set by pressing the receiver button:

• No Optical Control: S1 or S2 is not displayed on the LCD panel, indicating the optical triggering function is off.
• Optical S1 Secondary Unit Setting: In M manual flash mode, press the < S1/S2 > optical button. This flash will function as an optic S1 secondary flash with an optic sensor. It fires synchronously with the main flash, similar to radio triggers, creating multiple lighting effects.
• Optical S2 Secondary Unit Setting: Press the < S1/S2 > optical button. This flash functions as an optic S2 secondary flash with an optic sensor in M manual flash mode. This is useful when cameras have a pre-flash function. The flash will ignore a single "preflash" from the main flash and fire only in response to the second, actual flash from the main unit.

Buzz Function ?

The BUZZ button ? controls sound reminders for ready flash after recharging. Short press the BUZZ button. If the buzz indicator is on the LCD panel, the function is working; if it disappears, it is not working. A "BI" sound indicates the flash is fully charged.

Key Combination

Simultaneously press the < GR/CH > group/channel button ? and the < S1/S2 > optical button to turn the built-in wireless R2 receiver on/off. If no wireless and channel indicators are displayed on the LCD panel, the receiver is off. Simultaneously press the < S1/S2 > optical button and the BUZZ button ? to restore factory settings.

Alarm Display ⚠️

Alarm sounds "BIBI" ringing per 0.5 second. Press the SET Dial ⚙️ to stop alarming.

Memory Function

The device has a memory function for panel settings. It remembers settings for 3 seconds after they are set. When starting up the flash next time, the panel settings will be the same as before powering off.

Wireless Control Function ?

The flash unit has a built-in 2.4GHz wireless R2 receiver, compatible with R2 and older RT32 flash triggers. Simultaneously press the < GR/CH > group/channel button ? and the < S1/S2 > optical button to turn on the built-in wireless receiver; the <?> icon will be displayed. If other wireless flash systems are nearby, you can change the channel IDs to prevent signal interference. The channel IDs of the transmitter unit and the receiver unit(s) must match.

Setting the Communication Channel

Step 1: Long press the < GR/CH > group/channel button ? for 2 seconds until the channel IDs blink.

Step 2: Turn the SET Dial ⚙️ to choose the channel from 1 to 32.

Step 3: Press the < SET > Dial ⚙️ to confirm.

Setting the Communication Group

Step 1: Short press the < GR/CH > group/channel button ? for 2 seconds until the group IDs blink.

Step 2: Turn the SET Dial ⚙️ to choose the group from 0 to F.

Step 3: Press the < SET > Dial ⚙️ to confirm.

Tube Replacement

Shut down the power and remove the power cord before replacing the flash tube. Wear insulated gloves to loosen the iron wire on the tube. Keep a balanced hold on the two feet of the flash tube and gently pull out the old tube. Remove the feet casing from the old tube and place it on the new one. Hold the two feet of the new tube and insert them directly towards the two copper outlets, then push them slightly in. Twist the iron wire on the stainless steel sheet to secure the flash tube.

Diagrams for Tube Replacement:

• Image 1: Shows the rear of the flash unit with the power off and cord removed.
• Image 2: Illustrates loosening the iron wire securing the flash tube.
• Image 3: Depicts holding the flash tube by its feet and gently pulling it out.
• Image 4: Shows inserting the new flash tube into the copper outlets.

Technical Data

Maintenance

• Shut down the device immediately when it works abnormally.
• Avoid sudden impacts and clean the lamp regularly.
• It is normal for the lamp to be warm during use. Avoid continuous flashes if unnecessary.
• Maintenance of the flash must be performed by an authorized maintenance department that can provide original accessories. The flash tube and modeling lamp are user-replaceable. Replacement tubes and lamps can be obtained from the manufacturer.
• This product, excluding consumables like the flash tube and modeling lamp, is supported with a one-year warranty.
• Unauthorized service will void the warranty.
• If the product fails or was exposed to moisture, do not use it until it is repaired by a professional.
• Disconnect the power when cleaning the flash or changing the flashtube / modeling lamp.
• Changes made to the specifications or designs may not be reflected in this manual.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• ➡️ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• ➡️ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• ➡️ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• ➡️ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.

One Year Flashpoint Limited Warranty

Flashpoint warrants to the original purchaser that your Flashpoint Blaz Studio-V 200/300 R2 Monolight shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase (or delivery as may be required in certain jurisdictions) or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever comes later.

Flashpoint's entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be, at Flashpoint's option, to repair or replace the hardware, provided that the hardware is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as Flashpoint may direct with a copy of the sales receipt or dated itemized receipt. Flashpoint may, at its option, replace your product, offer to provide a functionally equivalent product, or repair any product with new, refurbished, or used parts as long as such parts are in compliance with the product's technical specifications. Any replacement hardware product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer, or for any additional period that may be applicable in your jurisdiction. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover problems or damage resulting from accident, abuse, misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modification or disassembly, improper operation or maintenance, normal wear and tear, or usage not in accordance with product instructions or connection to an improper voltage supply, use of consumables, such as replacement batteries, not supplied by Flashpoint, except where such restriction is prohibited by applicable law.

Except where prohibited by applicable law, this warranty is nontransferable and is limited to the original purchaser and the country in which the product was purchased. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, including a more extended warranty duration that may vary under local laws.

To start a warranty claim, contact the Flashpoint Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Flashpoint, along with the RMA number and proof of purchase.

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