All Elinchrom products are manufactured using the most advanced technology. Carefully selected components are used to ensure the highest quality and the equipment is submitted to many tests both during and after manufacture. We trust that it will give you many years of reliable service. Please read the instructions carefully, before use, for your safety and to obtain maximum benefit from many features. Your Elinchrom-Team Please read carefully the notes about this manual… This manual may show images of products with accessories, which are not part of sets or single units. Elinchrom set and single unit configurations may change without advice and may differ in other countries. Please find actual configurations at For further details, upgrades, news and the latest information about the Elinchrom System, please regularly visit the Elinchrom website. The latest user guides and technical specifications can be downloaded in the “Support” area. Technical data, features and functions of Elinchrom flash units, accessories and the EL- Skyport system may change without advice. The listed values can differ due to tolerances in components, or measuring instruments. Technical data, subject to change. No guarantee for misprints. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 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. Product name: SCANLITE Halogen Trade name: ELINCHROM Model number(s): 20998 Name of responsible party: Elinchrom S.A. Av. De Longemalle 11 CH - 1020 Renens / Switzerland Phone: +41 21 637 26 77 Fax: +41 21 637 26 81 E-Mail: elinchrom@elinchrom.ch ELINCHROM S.A. hereby declares that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable FCC rules, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that the production units of the same equipment will continue to comply with the Commissions requirements. CE MARKING The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of EMC directives (EMC 2004/108/EC) «Electromagnetic compatibility» and (Low voltage 2006/95/EC) «Low voltage directive». DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING This device has been manufactured to the highest standards from materials, which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not environmentally damaging. The device may be taken back after use to be recycled, provided that it is returned in a condition that is the result of normal use. Any components not reclaimable will be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner. If you have any question on disposal, please contact your local office or your local ELINCHROM agent. Please visit our website and find your local ELINCHROM agents. CHARACTERISTICS • NEW: ZOOM function for the halogen lamp. • The ZOOM function is available from the left and right housing side. • ZOOM angle 20° to 50°, with 21 cm Reflector // 26141. • For 300 - 650 W halogen lamps. • NEW: Protection glass dome included. • Halogen lamp on/off switch. • NEW: Centred umbrella fitting (7 mm). • Extra umbrella fitting for other umbrella shaft sizes. • NEW: Intelligent low noise fan cooling system. Electronically controlled fan spins slower or faster depending on the internal temperature of the head. • Large handle with rubber grip. • Small, robust and lightweight housing. USER SAFETY INFORMATION OUTDOORS, STUDIO & GENERAL USE The halogen SCANLITE is a powerful light source. Please be aware of the danger, or inconvenience, that they may present to others such as example children. • Keep units out of reach of unauthorised persons whenever possible. • Do not use in restricted area (like hospitals, always ask permission before). • Do not use near flammable / explosive material. Keep minimum 1m distance to objects, or more if needed. • The unit and accessories may become very hot during and after use! To avoid injuries, handle with isolating cloth or wait until parts have cooled down. • Never direct light into the eyes of a subject without warning. Close use may affect eyesight. • Protect the SCANLITE when used in humid conditions, but ensure ventilation for cooling! • Acclimatizing: If the unit has been exposed to very cold conditions, sudden exposure to warm or humid air may cause condensation and malfunction. • Prevent direct sunlight, which might heat up the head. • Do not open the unit. In the event of damage, apparent failure, please contact the Elinchrom Service Centre. • Halogen lamps may generate high pressure during operation. Explosions may occur with aged halogen lamps and incorrect fuse. For this reason the lamp is covered with a glass dome. • Damaged cables, glass domes and cases must be immediately replaced by customer service. SAFETY NOTE FOR ACCESSORIES • Rotalux softboxes and umbrellas are limited to 300 W...