User manual BOWENS ESPRIT 1000

[. . . ] A spare fuse is fitted in the fuse holder. · Exercise care when handling equipment that has been in use. The reflector and front end of the unit can become very hot. · Avoid placing cables where they can be tripped over. [. . . ] With the Pulsar Radio Trigger system you can free yourself from sync cables too! Latch Release This multifunctional device can be used to trigger flash units, film and digital cameras and light meters up to 100m away. Because Pulsar is a radio transmitter, rather than IR, it allows for triggering around corners or through walls and is not affected by high ambient light situations. Choose from four individual channels and six studio selectors, each providing a unique ID for different flash devices or combine them to trigger all equipment within a given setup or studio. Flash Power Control `Ready' Indicator Test / Open Flash Because of its low-voltage operation, it is perfect for digital cameras. Each unit can be used as either a transmitter or receiver and operates from two AAA batteries. Pulsar (BW-5150) 4 www. bowens. co. uk www. bowens. co. uk 9 Flash Tube Replacement Ensure that the unit is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply and then wait thirty minutes before touching / removing flashtube. Remove the protective cap and unwind the twisted Trigger wire from the flashtube support. Gently pull the flashtube assembly out of the unit. To replace the assembly, hold the flashtube as shown and taking care to support both legs of the tube, gently but firmly, push the flashtube into position, and wind the Trigger wire around the flashtube support. Always replace with the correct flashtube assembly, BW-2032 UV coated. BW-2030 Clear. Connecting & Using the Esprit Gemini The Esprit Gemini unit may be operated either on a mains supply or with a Bowens battery source such as the Bowens Travel-Pak. !!!WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE !!! NEVER CONNECT THE ESPRIT GEMINI TO BOTH A MAINS SUPPLY AND A BATTERY SUPPLY AT THE SAME TIME. The power settings are denoted in steps of 1/6 stop. The numeric divisions indicate full one stop divisions. When switched 'ON' from either a mains or battery supply, the unit will charge. Once the unit has charged to the desired power level, the Green READY lamp will illuminate indicating that the unit is ready to fire. Note: If the unit is subjected to rapid operation over extended periods, it may automatically go into an overheat condition. In this condition, the Green READY lamp will illuminate to indicate the presence of power, and the Red Light (overheat indicator) will also light up. If the unit does overheat the modelling lamp will stay on and the unit will not flash. The unit will automatically resume operation once cooled sufficiently. HINT - In an overheat condition, the unit will typically take 15 minutes to cool down. By switching OFF and then ON again after say 5 minutes, the unit can be re-activated in order to get a few extra shots if needed. Switching OFF the modelling lamp will help the unit to cool quicker. The modelling and flash circuitry is protected by a single 20mm fuse mounted on the rear panel. [. . . ] Sync Socket: The standard quarter inch jack type socket on the rear panel of the unit may be used for direct connection to a camera set to 'x' synchronisation. Two Esprit units may be connected together using a 'y' connector. An Infra Red Receiver or Omnicell may also be plugged into this socket. The socket operates at +5V and is safe for use on digital cameras. [. . . ]