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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing this GENESIS product.
Please read this user manual carefully in order to ensure your safety and the
proper operation of this product. Keep for future reference.The GF200
Portable Flash System is a powerful and portable lighting source designed for
professional photographers and photography enthusiasts. It is compatible
with most current-model cameras from Canon, Nikon, Pentax, and Olympus.
The GF200 / GF400 offers:
High Power: Up to 200Ws, GN 60 (GF400 Up to 400Ws, GN80)
Bare Bulb: Provides even and sufficient illumination
Precise Output: Adjusts from Full power to 1/128 in 1/3-stop increments
Portability: Compact size with lightweight body and accessories
Stable Color Temp: 5600 ± 200K over the entire power range
Advanced Functions: Includes Multi-flash, Focus-assist Beam On/Off,
Stroboscopic and Hi-speed sync flash modes
Wireless Commander: Controls flash functions and triggering
Power Supply: Designed for use with GENESIS PowerPort Duo 1000 external
battery pack (CF0200, CF0201, CF0202: 11.1V/4500mAh)
Wide-Range of Accessories: Including reflectors, fold-up umbrella, beauty dish,
color filters and more
For Your Safety
Always keep this product away from rain or dampness to avoid fire or electric shock.
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This product contains high-voltage electronic parts. Touching the high-voltage circuit
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inside it may result in electric shock. Do not disassemble. Should repairs become
necessary, this product must be sent to an authorized maintenance center.
Stop using this product if it breaks open due to extrusion, falling or strong hit.
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Otherwise, electric shock may occur if you touch the electronic parts inside it.
Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes (especially those of babies) within short
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distances. Otherwise visual impairment may occur. When taking pictures of babies,
keep the flash unit at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) away from them. Using bounce flash to
reduce light intensity is also recommended.
Do not use the flash unit in the presence of flammable gases, chemicals and other
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similar materials. In certain circumstances, these materials may be sensitive to the
strong light emitting from this flash unit and fire or electromagnetic interference may
result.
Do not leave or store the flash unit if the ambient temperature reads over 50°C (122°F),
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such as in an automobile. Otherwise the electronic parts may be damaged.
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