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ESPRIT GEMINI DIGITAL
USER GUIDE BWL-0410 (10/06)
BOWENS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
355 Old Road
Clacton On Sea
Essex CO15 3RH
Tel: +44 (0)1255 422807
Fax: +44 (0)1255 436342
www.bowens.co.uk
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of Contents Introduction Dear Valued Customer, Description Page Introduction and Safety Notes 3 Thank you for choosing the Bowens Esprit Gemini Digital professional flash system. Control Panel Guide 4 Accurate, ergonomic, powerful and simple to use, the Esprit Gemini Digital was designed by working closely with photographers to develop a flash that meets the standards demanded in professional Connecting & Using the Esprit Gemini 5 studios today. All ʻS-Typeʼ accessories from the Bowens
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Control Panel Guide Connecting & Using the Esprit Gemini Digital !!! WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE !!! Rear Control Panel NEVER CONNECT THE ESPRIT GEMINI DIGITAL TO BOTH A MAINS SUPPLY AND A BATTERY SUPPLY AT THE SAME TIME. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED WHEN USED WITH MAINS. Mains / DISCONNECT THE MAINS LEAD WHEN CHANGING MODELLING LAMPS & Battery Power FLASH TUBES. Select Carry Handle The Esprit Gemini Digital unit may be operated either on a mains supply or with a Bowens battery source such as the B
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Fitting the Modelling Lamp Synchronisation cont. Switch off and disconnect from the supply. Screw modelling lamp into ES lampholder in the centre of Sync Socket: the reflector. Allow lamp to cool before removing. 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, Omnicell or Pulsar Radio Trigger systems may also
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Functions Overview Normal Functions Function Display Description During normal use simply rotate the dial to adjust the power to the required level. The unit ready indication is by means of a ʻsteadyʼ display and a sounder beep (if on) as well as the modelling lamp *Lamp LP Off (OFF) - Lamp remains ʻoffʼ during operation. indication function when the unit reaches ready (if switched on). While changing the power level the display flashes at different rates to indicate whether the unit is chargin
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Advanced Functions Functions Menu System Menu Top Level Press ‘Menu’ Function Display Description to enter options *LP OFF, USR, PRO, FUL Press ‘Test/Done’ Audio (Key Clicks AUD Off (OFF) - All audible beeps/clicks are turned off to exit options & Warnings) during normal operation i.e. while scrolling Rotate Dial to scroll through the functions menu. set from F-5 to F-10 through functions On (ON) - All audible beeps/clicks are enabled while unit is powered on. *IND OFF, INT,
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Modelling Lamp Ready Indicator Photocell The modelling lamp can be used as an indicator of when the unit has flashed, and also when it has Now press ʻMENUʼ again to go back to displaying ʻPhoʼ. Press ʻTESTʼ to save the settings. If the camera charged and is ready to fire again. All modelling lamp options are only available when the unit is or camera settings are ever changed just repeat the procedure to check and/or set the flash unit again. operating from mains power. The available options for
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Additional Information Battery Power Notes: Setting ʻFldʼ to ʻonʼ will automatically flash the unit to dump any excess energy if the user reduces The Bowens Explorer 1500 represents the state-of-the-art in portable battery generator technology. Weighing just under 12kg, this petite power- the power output setting and makes no further adjustments within 2 seconds. pack boasts an enviable power-to-size ratio and recycling capacity while providing photographers with the flexibility of two indepen
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Pulsar Clip-On Platform Accessories With The Pulsar clip-on platform is a handy way of attaching your radio trigger units to almost anything around your studio or even whilst out on 65° Maxilite Reflector location. Simply attach your loose Pulsar unit to the platform and clip onto This is a good general-purpose direct reflector whatever you need to. A great way of saving valuable time and effort in the with an even coverage and a high light output. studio. Since it has a small 20cm (8”) diamete
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Specifications Specifications Unit GMD250 GMD500 Part Number (230V) BW3700 BW3710 (117V) BW3705 BW3715 Stored Energy (max) 250Ws 500Ws Sync Voltage 5V 5V Flash Colour Temperature 5600K ±300K 5600K ±300K Circuit Protection 230V - 5A (F) (117V - 10A (T)) 230V - 5A (F) (117V - 10A (T)) Supply Voltage Range 230V 190-250V AC 50Hz 190-250V AC 50Hz (117V) (95-130V AC 60Hz) (95-130V AC 60 Hz) Guide Number 56.1 79.8 (Full power, 50° Keylite, ISO 100) Typical Recycle Time 0.81 (1.1) secs 1.54 (1.95)
