User Manual for Photogenic 1,000W s PowerLight Travel Kit Click to enlarge the picture
Contents of the user manual for the Photogenic 1,000W s PowerLight Travel Kit
- Product category: Monolights Photogenic
- Brand: Photogenic
- Description and content of package
- Technical information and basic settings
- Frequently asked questions – FAQ
- Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
- Authorized service for Photogenic Monolights
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Product description The Photogenic 1,000W/s PowerLight Travel Kit (120V) optimizes speed, power and control, making it one of the most advanced lighting systems available. This kit, which offers a total of 1,000W/s, is ideal for photographers on the go. The 500W/s PowerLights offer full power recycling in only 1.5 sec. and a fast flash duration of 1/1,300 sec. that stops action on kinetic subjects like dancers or athletes. The bright 250W modeling light facilitates focusing and pre-visualization of the lighting effects from the included 24 x 32" softbox and 45" umbrella. The PowerLight's 5V trigger voltage is safe for all digital cameras. The kit also includes 2 eight foot light stands, flash tubes, an umbrella reflector power and sync cords. It all fits in the included partitioned, wheeled carrying case. - PL1250 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (UV) The Photogenic PL1250 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (UV) offers speed, power and control, a wide choice of accessories and intuitive operation backed by impressive specs at a very reasonable price. What good is a light if it keeps you in the dark? The 500W/s keeps you fully informed of your power levels via its simple, straightforward slider control that allows stepless power adjustments across 6 stops. The bright 250W modeling light can be set to Proportional to let you previsualize your final shot when using multiple lights. Other settings include Full On, OFF and manual control of the modeling light output. The PL1250 recycles to full power in a lightning-fast 1.5 seconds with short flash durations that help you stop every gesture, an attribute which is extremely valuable when working with kinetic subjects like dancers or athletes. The UV color corrected flash tube ensures clean whites and flattering skin tones. Convenience features include a test button, optical slave and integral handle. The PL1250 comes with a 7.5" reflector and is compatible with a wide range of optional accessories including grids, snoots, parabolic reflectors, softboxes and umbrellas.
- Six Stop Power Range
- Power settings are steplessly adjustable across 6 stops via a simple slider control.
- Fast Recycling
- The PL1250DR recycles to full power in only 1.5 seconds to catch even the most fleeting gestures
- Modeling Light
- The PL1250's bright 250W quartz modeling lamp is independently adjustable from full to 1/32 power. Settings include Proportional, to previsualize lighting effects, Manual adjustment or Full On or Off
- UV Color Corrected Flash Tube
- The UV flash tube prevents blue hues from creeping into the color balance resulting in the accurate rendition of white fabrics such as wedding gowns and flattering skin tones
- Low Trigger Voltage
- Digital cameras can be used with Photogenic PowerLights without fear of damage to the camera's electronics
- Built-In Slave
- This version of the PL1250 has a built-in, highly sensitive, switchable optical slave for synchronization with other flashes
- User Replaceable Flashtube
- No tools are required to replace this "plug & play" flashtube
- Ready Indication
- A ready light and audible alert let you know when the capacitors are at 100% charge
- Auto Dump Function
- When reducing the power output, excess flash power in the capacitors is released before exposure to ensure consistent performance
- Fan Cooled
- A low noise, high performance fan keeps the flash head's electronics cool while lengthening the flash tube and modeling light lives
- Safety Features
- The PL1250 incorporates surge protection to handle power spikes and internal thermal protection which monitors heat generated during intense use
- System Compatibility
- The PL1250 is compatible with all Photogenic Quick-Change light shaping accessories
UPC: 689670110112 - 24 x 32" Rectangular Softbox with Mount Ring (Silver Interior) The 24 x 32" Rectangular Softbox with Back Plate and Mounting Ring for Photogenic Flash Heads provides soft, yet intense light for your subjects. The interior is silver, for a little extra snap to the light. The spring tension rods fit easily into the softbox and into the included Photogenic speed ring. The front panel is touch-fastener fitted, allowing you to place the panel at the edge or 1.5" into the box for improved light direction.
- Suggested use: 1 or 2 person half-length portrait.
UPC: 689670060448 - EC45BC Eclipse 45" White Flat-Panel Umbrella This Photogenic EC45BC Eclipse 45" White Flat-Panel Umbrella with its removable black cover has an extra white satin panel added during construction. The result is the elimination of the reflection of the metal frame of the umbrella in the eyes of your subject, or on highly reflective surfaces, such as chrome or brass.
This size is perfect for portraits of 1 or 2 people, and small product set ups. This umbrella is designed for use with strobe lighting.Note: Using this umbrella with modeling lights or constant lights brighter than 300 watts for prolonged sessions will result in eventual discoloration or scorching. - Softens and broadens the light output of any strobe or lower wattage constant light.
- Removable black cover allows the light source to "shoot-through", as a more direct light.
Note:Ribs are hidden in bounce mode. Removing black cover for shoot-through exposes the ribs. UPC: 689670060110 - 7-1/2" High Gain Reflector This 7.5" high gain reflector fits all Photogenic Powerlight and StudioMax II monolights.It gathers and intensifies the light output of the flash head. It can be used with any umbrella, and all Photogenic Powerlight accessories, such as barndoors, grid holders and filter holders. UPC: 689670070775
- Air Cushioned Light Stand (8') The Photogenic Air Cushioned Light Stand rises to a maximum height of 8'. It has four sections, which enables it to fold down shorter than a three section stand. It folds to 26".
- Brushed anodized finish, rubber grip feet
- Top Baby (5/8") stud has a 1/4"-20 thread
UPC: 689670177733 - AK3419W Wheeled Soft Case with Pull Handle (Black) Store, protect, and transport two Photogenic PowerLights or similar sized lights, stands, umbrellas, and related accessories with the black AK3419W Wheeled Soft Case with Pull Handle from Photogenic. The case features a spacious, zippered main compartment, two padded touch-fastening dividers, and a large divider for creating an upper deck to accommodate your stands and umbrellas. Photographers will appreciate the large, exterior, zippered front pocket for storing cables and other accessories. Complementing this pocket is an interior clear-mesh pocket under the lid for gels, diffusers, and more.
Carry your Photogenic AK3419W by the dual connecting strap handles, or with the included, padded shoulder strap. The case has a telescoping handle and built-in, two-inch wheels for travel over flat ground. Photographers will appreciate the bottom feet and sturdy handle construction that serves double-duty as a skid plate. When extended, the wheel-to-handle length is a comfortable 43". The case is constructed of strong nylon for durability. UPC: 689670184168 - C4-15C Flashtube The standard, clear, UV Coated flashtube for the Photogenic PL2 Series monolights.Most current, professional flash heads and monolights are equipped with user replaceable flashtubes that may simply be plugged into, and unplugged from their sockets. With proper handling, these flashtubes may last for tens of thousands of flashes under normal use.This flashtube is UV-Coated, or UV-Corrected. UV flashtubes have a yellow appearance, and they counteract the excess blue 5700° or higher output of non-UV coated flashtubes. UV Coating lowers the color temperature to 5500°, which is the color of noon daylight on a clear day. UPC: 689670080163
- ESS 250W Modeling Lamp The Photogenic ESS 250W Modeling Lamp is a replacement modeling lamp for Powerlights PL1000, PL500, PL2500, PL1250, PL300, PL1500, PL1875.
- Replacement modeling lamp for Powerlights PL1000, PL500, PL2500, PL1250, PL300, PL1500, PL1875
UPC: 689670090131 - Sync Cord - Monoplug to PC This is a straight, 15' sync cable, designed to allow firing of any strobe unit equipped with a 1/4" thick monoplug (old style phono) receptor. The other end plugs into any camera or firing device that has a standrad PC (post connection) terminal.Compatible with: Photogenic, Profoto, Speedotron, Hensel, SP Excalbur, and others. UPC: 689670071529
- AC Line Cord - 110V, for PL and PM This is a replacement 110V grounded AC power cord for all current Photogenic PL Series monolights and Photomaster power packs. UPC: 689670070751
- Protective Cap for Powerlight This is a plastic protective cap for storage and transport of the Photogenic Powerlight monolights. UPC: 689670070737
In the Box Bundle Items 2 x PL1250 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (UV) wtzrddrbuzrurwxtbaytuq - 7-1/2" High Gain Reflector
- AC Line Cord - 110V, for PL and PM
- Protective Cap for Powerlight
- Sync Cord - Monoplug to PC
24 x 32" Rectangular Softbox with Mount Ring (Silver Interior) wtzrddrbuzrurwxtbaytuq - Mounting Plate and Speed Ring for Photogenic Heads
EC45BC Eclipse 45" White Flat-Panel Umbrella 7-1/2" High Gain Reflector 2 x Air Cushioned Light Stand (8') AK3419W Wheeled Soft Case with Pull Handle (Black) 2 x C4-15C Flashtube ESS 250W Modeling Lamp 2 x Sync Cord - Monoplug to PC 2 x AC Line Cord - 110V, for PL and PM 2 x Protective Cap for Powerlight
Also Includes - User Manual
- 2 Year Manufacturer's Warranty on Flash
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty on Flash Tube
User Manual PDF 4.5mb Table of Contents
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Technical parameters - PL1250 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (UV)
| | | Maximum Power | 16 to 500 Ws | | Power Control | 6 Stops in 1/10-Stop Increments | | Guide Number | 110' / 33.5 m at 10' / 3 m, ISO100 365' / 111.3 m at 10' / 3 m, ISO100 with Reflector | | Flash Duration | 1/1300 to 1/640 Sec | | Recycle Time | 0.5 to 1.5 Sec () | | Flash Ready Indicator | Visual | | Reflector | Changeable | | Accessory Fitting Type | Photogenic | | | | Type | Tungsten | | Wattage | 250 W | | | | Sync Type | Optical | | Interface | 1/4" Sync | | Sync Voltage | 5 V | | | | AC Input Voltage | 105to125 VAC, 60 Hz | | Current | 10 A (Operating) 15 A (Charging) 0.2 A (Idle) | | Circuit Protection | Fuse | | Fuse | 16 A | | | | Display | None | | Mount | 5/8" / 16 mm Receptacle | | Auto Dump | Yes | | Fan Cooled | Yes | | Dimensions | H: 4.5 x W: 4.5 x L: 6.8" / H: 11.0 x W: 11.0 x L: 17.0 cm | | Weight | 5.5 lb / 2.5 kg | | | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 15.5 x 11.6 x 10.3" | - 24 x 32" Rectangular Softbox with Mount Ring (Silver Interior)
| Shape | Rectangular | | Interior | Silver | | Requires Speed Ring | Yes, Included | | Accepts Grids | Yes | | Removable Front Face | Yes | | Removable Interior Baffle | Yes | | Rectangular Dimensions | W: 24.0 x H: 32.0" / W: 61.0 x H: 81.0 cm | | | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 30.0 x 7.8 x 4.8" | - EC45BC Eclipse 45" White Flat-Panel Umbrella
| Size | 45.0" / 114.3 cm | | Interior | White | | Exterior | Black | | | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 29.5 x 2.4 x 0.6" | - 7-1/2" High Gain Reflector
| | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.5 x 8.5 x 8.4" | - Air Cushioned Light Stand (8')
| Mounting Options | 1/4"-20 Male Thread 5/8" Stud | | Maximum Working Height | 8' / 2.4 m | | Minimum Working Height | 26" / 66 cm | | Collapsed Height | 26" / 66 cm | | Footprint Diameter | 31.5" / 80 cm | | Air Cushioned | Yes | | Detachable Base | No | | Leveling Leg | No | | Reverse Legs | No | | Finish | Black | | Weight | 2.3 lb / 1.0 kg | | | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 24.0 x 5.0 x 4.5" | - AK3419W Wheeled Soft Case with Pull Handle (Black)
| | | Compartment Dimensions (W x H x D) | 32 x 8 x 9" / 81.3 x 20.3 x 22.9 cm 35 x 3.5 x 9" / 81.3 x 8.9 x 22.9 cm 33 x 5.5" / 83.8 x 13.9 cm | | | | Closure Type | Zipper | | Carry and Transport Options | 2 x Connecting Handstrap Shoulder Strap Telescoping Handle | | Casters | 2 | | Material of Construction | Nylon | | Exterior Dimensions (W x H x D) | 33 x 14 x 10" / 83.8 x 35.6 x 25.4 cm | | Weight | 13 lb / 5.9 kg | | | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 34.0 x 18.0 x 15.0" | - C4-15C Flashtube
| | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.55 x 3.1 x 3.05" | - ESS 250W Modeling Lamp
| Base Type | BA15d | | Wattage | 250 W | | Voltage | 120 V | | | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 3.45 x 1.15 x 1.15" | - Sync Cord - Monoplug to PC
| | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.5 x 2.5 x 1.5" | - AC Line Cord - 110V, for PL and PM
| | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.75 x 9.75 x 2.65" | - Protective Cap for Powerlight
| | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.433 x 5.354 x 5.276" |
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