ijk@houxt.UUCP (05/11/84)
The charging module on my Metz 218 broke down, so I threw it away. It stated that it put out 6 volts, so I tried using a battery eliminator module -- and indeed, I can recharge the flashpack. One thing I can't due, is to use the AC power to charge the flash instantly, as I could before. The unit has three wires going into it (blue and brown take the 6 volts to recharge the ni-cads; but what can I do with the black wire to power the capacitor??) What voltage does the dc-dc inverter actually produce when it finishes??? Is this the voltage I want on the black lead??? Is it anywhere close to 110??? If anyone knows, I would be greatful. Thanx, Ihor Kinal houxt!ijk
dmmartindale@watcgl.UUCP (Dave Martindale) (05/12/84)
The flash capacitor voltage can vary widely. Best thing I can suggest is to take apart the flash, let the inverter charge the flash capacitor, and measure it with a high-impedance voltmeter. Be careful! The voltage could be 400V or so, depending on the flash's light output.