Annex No.

User Manual
Functional Description
Radio System for Studio Flash Equipment

916.5MHz: RFS USB Transceiver L7254.01

914.0MHz: RFS USB Transceiver L7254.03

Bron Elektronik AG, 4123 Allschwil, Switzerland

The application concerns the data transmission from an operator console (MAC/PC) to the flash
units of a Photo Studio, in both directions, as well as the transmission of a flash trigger signal from
the camera to all of the flash units.

The RFS USB transceiver is plugged in the PC/MAC. The power supply is supplied from USB Hup.
RFS USB Transceiver specifications ( typical ):

• Output power: 12dBm

• Frequency: 914.0-916.5MHz
• Modulation: ASK
• Data rate / Data format: 38.4 kBaud Æ 76.8kBit in Manchester
• Transmission time flash triggering: 0.625ms – 0.833ms
• Transmission time data-block: 1.9ms – 10.4ms
• Size: 80mm x 55mm x 30mm
• Operating voltage / current: RF 3V / 2mA
• Operating voltage / current: USB: 5V / 25mA
• Operating current USB Suspend: 100µA
• RF input impedance 50 ohms
• Antenna: Helical SMA
• USB specification: USB 2.0
• LED: Communication indicator
• Switches: „test“ transmit flash block
„+“ and „-„ transmit data block
• Sync connector: transmit flash block

Transmission format

Data format: MSB first

Flash-block:
• Preamble 11100110 01100110 optimisation of DC-balance
• Start symbol „Flash“: 01110001 11010110 Manchester modified
• ID (Studio no.) 01010101 01010110 Æ ID=1 ( Manchester )

Data-block:
• Preamble: 11100110 01100110 optimisation of DC-balance
• Start symbol „Data“: 01110001 11011001 Manchester modified
• Block number: ... each new block receives a new block
number, but not a repetition.
• Byte count: ...
• Start info: 01011010 01011001
• Studio ID: 01010101 01010110 Æ ID=1 ( Manchester )
• Unit ID: ...
• n data ... ... ... ... max. 50 Byte
• Check sum: ...
• End Symbol „Data“: 01110110 00100110 Manchester modified

A dual directional data transmission only takes place when the setting on the flash units or the
operator console (MAC/PC) is adjusted. This reduces the probability of a collision with a flash-
block. A correctly transmitted data-block is confirmed with an ACK. An unconfirmed data-block is
repeated.

A flash-block is not repeated.

1/4 wave Device Antennas MOBILE MARK
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COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNAS

For 800 & 900 MHz Applications

Models for Cellular, CDPD, ISM, GSM,
Mobitex and Skytel applications

Quarterwave styles in flexible whip,

helical stubs with hard radome

Helical stub models

with various Sleek profile, with a variety of
connectors connector styles

Full 1/4 models in

straight and right angle
Customization available for OEM
applications

Quarterwave antennas provide performance for products

with the minimum of size. Full length quarterwave design Model Numbers - Straight Antennas
provide the maximum efficiency, while loaded helical stub Model Frequency Style Connector
antennas provide minimum size. PSTG0-900MM 824-894MHz Full 1/4 10-32
PSTG0-900MX 824-894MHz Helical 4mm x .5
The full length models use a flexible whip, whereas the PSTG0-900HS 824-894MHz Helical SMA
helical antenna use a hard radome. Overall performance PSTG0-900SE 824-894MHz Full 1/4 SMA
of quarterwave antennas does depend on the ground plane PSTG0-900TE 824-894MHz Full 1/4 TNC
provided by the radio system or the mounting configuration. PSTG0-925MM 870-960MHz Full 1/4 10-32
Quarterwave antennas are broadband compared to other PSTG0-925MX 870-960MHz Helical 4mm x .5
designs and can effectively be used in most apllications. PSTG0-925HS 870-960MHz Helical SMA
For OEM applications, performance can often be PSTG0-925SE 870-960MHz Full 1/4 SMA
maximized with a one time factory adjustment. PSTG0-925TE 870-960MHz Full 1/4 TNC

Model Numbers - Right Angle Antennas

Connector styles available are TNC, SMA, MMCX or a Model Frequency Style Connector
thread ferrule assembly. The thread ferrule provides the MDM-900OP 824-894MHz Full 1/4 MMCX
most economical solution, but does require a special MDM-925OP 870-960MHz Full 1/4 MMCX
mechanical configuration for mounting and feeding the RF
signal. Special connectors are also available, please Frequency Guide
consult factory. -900 Models For US Cellular (Analog & Digital), CDPD
-925 Models For EU Cellular, ISM, Mobitex and Skytel
Models with "-925 designators also overlap the ISM 902- Special configurations available upon request.
928 band and are now in lieu of the "-915" models. Please consult factory for details/availability.

Specifications
Frequency: See above Whip Length:
Gain: 0dBi max for ¼ wave ¼ wave 95mm (3.75") maximum, varies
Bandwidth @ 2:1 SWR: See frequency range above slightly based on frequency.
Impedance: 50 ohm nominal ¼ wave, helical 32mm (1.25") maximum
Maximum Power: 10 watts Whip Material
Connector: See above, special connectors ¼ wave Rubber jacket/flexible cable
also available, please consult ¼ wave, helical ABS radome, helical radiator
factory for details.

106-108 Anglesey Business Park, Littleworth Road, Hednesford, Staffs. WS12 5NR. U.K.
Tel: +44 1543 878343 Fax: +44 1543 871714 E-mail: enquiries@mobilemarkeurope.co.uk
Visit our web page : www.mobilemark.com
Specifications subject to change without notice. (9/2001)
Operating instructions broncolor
Radio Frequency
System (RFS)

Before use
We are very pleased you have chosen a broncolor Radio Frequency System RFS unit which is
a high-quality product in every respect. If used properly, it will render you many years of good
service. Please read the information contained in these operating instructions carefully. They
contain important details on the use, safety and maintenance of the appliance. Keep these
operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to further users if necessary.

With the broncolor Radio Frequency System you can trigger, and operate by remote control
broncolor units which are equipped with an integrated RFS interface. The RFS units should be
used only for professional shooting and should be operated exclusively by trained staff.

1. Radio Frequency System (RFS)

The radio frequency system broncolor RFS consists of the following elements:

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1.1 Flash unit
Broncolor power packs or compact units with integrated RFS interface. For remote
control, respectively flash triggering of the unit by radio from the transmitter RFS or
transceiver RFS from a PC or Macintosh computer. For on-screen control, up to four
lighting situations can be stored in memory. Each RFS unit is assigned with an individual
unit address and a studio workstation (remote control channel) for the purpose of remote
control, respectively flash triggering via radio. Due to the digitally coded channels it is
possible to shoot in the same room from several workstations independently, without any
interference between the flash units.

Attention: Although this radio frequency system offers the choice between 10 different
radio channels, the number of effectively available channels depends on the
connected RFS flash unit.

You will find more instructions in the operating manual of the corresponding flash unit.

1.2 Transmitter RFS

Radio transmitter with 10 digitally coded channels for wireless triggering of broncolor
flash units with an integrated RFS interface. It is contained in a plastic housing and has a
fixation base for the camera’s hot shoe and a sync cable. Synchronization of the flash
takes place via the accessory shoe or the sync connector of the camera. The operational
distance for power packs outdoors is up to 50 m; in closed rooms up to 30 m, compact
units up to 30 m / 20 m. Each data command is shown by the green LED. The radio
transmitter is provided with a lithium button cell (approx. 5-year service life) and is
permanently operational.

Regulation of power
The transmitter has a test button to trigger the flash as well as two buttons for power
regulation of all RFS flash units of the selected workstations. A short press of the buttons
energy regulation buttons “up/down” changes the settings by 1/10 f-stop, a long press by
1/1 f-stop.

Technical data
Number of channels: 10
Operational distance outdoors: up to 30 m / 50 m
Operational distance in closed rooms: up to 20 m / 30 m
Range: up to 300 m
Dimensions (L x B x H): 71,5 x 47 x 56,5 mm
(incl. antenna and base plate)

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 Technical data (continued)
Weight: 55 g
Trigger sequence per s: 10
Power supply: Button cell Li-Mn CR2450,
560mAh, 3V

1.3 Transceiver RFS

Radio transceiver with actually 10 digitally coded channels for wireless remote control
and flash triggering of the broncolor RFS flash units from a PC or Macintosh computer.
The effective number of available channels depends on the connected flash unit. The
transceiver is contained in a plastic housing and has an USB connection cable as well as
a sync cable. A base plate is mounted underneath the housing. The computer supplies
the unit with power. Therefore there is no need for an additional energy source. The
system software is supplied on a data carrier.

The transceiver allows the operation of all unit functions from a PC or Macintosh
computer, however the operating controls remain active on the unit front plate. The actual
control condition is shown on the computer.

Flash triggering for shooting must take place directly from the camera. With digital
camera systems which have a sync connector at the PC or Macintosh computer, flash
synchronization can be effected directly via the sync jack on the transceiver RFS; that
means there is no need for a separate RFS camera transmitter. The operational distance
for power packs outdoors is up to 50 m; in closed rooms up to 30 m, for compact units up
to 30 m / 20 m. Each communication between transceiver and flash unit is indicated by
the green LED.

Regulation of power
The transceiver has a test button to trigger the flash as well as two buttons for power
regulation of all operated RFS flash units. A short press of the energy regulation buttons
“up/down” changes the settings by 1/10 f-stop, a long press by 1/1 f-stop.

Technical data
Number of channels actually 10
Operational distance outdoors: up to 30 m / 50 m
Operational distance in closed rooms: up to 20 m / 30 m
Range: up to 300 m
Dimensions (L x B x H): 80 x 55,5 x 51,5 mm
(incl. antenna and base plate)

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 Technical data (continued)
Weight: 105 g
Trigger sequence per s: 10
Power supply: from computer

1.4 Requirements for the environment

Apple Macintosh
With operating system OS 8.6, advisable 9.1 or higher, OS X;
USB-port, memory capacity approx. 5 MB

PC
With operating system Microsoft Windows 98 / WinMe / Win2000 / Windows XP;
USB-port, memory capacity approx. 5 MB

2. Startup

2.1 Transmitter RFS

Scope of delivery: 1 transmitter RFS, 1 button cell Li-Mn, and 1 sync cable.

1.) Select the desired studio workstation with the rotary switch at the underside of the
transmitter. This number must correspond with the selected studio number of all
flash units on this workstation.

2.) Slide the transmitter RFS on the camera shoe and, if necessary, connect the
delivered sync cable.

3.) Before the first commissioning or after longer working breaks the RFS system needs
to be calibrated. This occurs by pressing the test button, which is situated on the
above side of the transmitter.

2.2 Transceiver RFS

Scope of delivery: 1 transceiver, 1 USB connection cable, 1 sync cable and 1 software
data carrier. The data carrier includes 4 data files:

- Software driver for RFS (RFS-driver)

- Software WindowsStudio for PC/Windows
- Software macStudioOSX for Macintosh OS X
- Software macStudioClassic for Macintosh OS 8 and 9

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In comparison to the versions PC/Windows and Macintosh Classic, the Macintosh
software OS X is irreversible.

Installation

a) Insert data carrier with the broncolor software in the computer drive

b) Connect the USB connection cable to the USB-port of the computer

c) Install the USB driver from the data carrier in the computer

d) Open data file of the corresponding operating system (Windows or Macintosh OS).
Move files “BronStudio“ and “BronStudio.xrc“ onto the desktop. Both files must
always be stored at the same place so that the software is operational.

e) Open file “BronStudio“ and select the corresponding USB-port (for example COM 3).

f) Synchronize the address of the flash unit with the “BronStudio” software. The same
studio channel must be set on all used flash units (for example studio “5”) and each
unit must be programmed with an individual unit address (1,2,3) (see operating
manual of the flash unit).

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2.3 Country specific radio frequencies
Please note, that each country defines their allowed or free radio frequencies depending
on the specific laws in each country. Therefore all RFS systems are programmed with the
specific country radio frequency before delivering. If you think about using the RFS
system in an another country, you need to check before, if the required radio frequency is
identical.

Standard
EC-standards 73/23, 89/336 und 99/5

ERM EN 300 220-1,-3

EMC EN 301 489-1,-3

EN 60950
EN 50371
FCC Part 15
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.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

Subject to change in the interest of product enhancement.