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1. STUDIOLITE INSTRUCTIONS BWL 0377 2 07 07 BOWENS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED 355 Old Road Clacton on Sea Essex CO15 3RH UK Tel 44 0 1255 422807 Fax 44 0 1255 436342 www bowens co uk BOWENS the power behind the picture OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents Introduction Dear Valued Customer Thank you for choosing the Bowens StudioLite DMX professional video lighting system Description Page Accurate ergonomic powerful and simple to use the StudioLite DMX was designed by working closely with videographers to develop a system that meets the standards demanded in professional studios today For details of all related products please contact your local distributor a list of which can be found at www bowens co uk Introduction amp Safety Notes 3 General Features 4 In order to obtain the full benefit from your purchase please take a few moments to familiarise yourself with this user manual Reflector Care 4 Thank you Lamp Installation 4 Bowens International Ltd Studiolite DMX Control Panel 5 Studiolite analogue Control Panel 6 Safety Notes Studiolite analogue Operation 6 Studiolite DMX Functions 7 17 DO NOT Use in an environment where moisture or flammable vapour is likely to come in contact with Studiolite Accessories 18 20 the unit e Restrict air vents while in use Lamp Sets 20 e Use a unit with damaged housing or mouldings If the unit is dropped or damaged in any way gp2. Secure both top and bottom rails with the thumb nuts provided www bowens co uk How To Assemble How To Assemble STEP 3 l Side Barn Doors DMX SL455 BW 4451 Attached Gel Rails should look like picture opposite DMX SL855 BW 4452 STEP 1 To attach Side Barn Doors you must already have the Barn Doors fixed to the unit For easiest assembly close Barn Doors first STEP 1 STEP 2 The Barn Doors top and bottom are attached in the same way as the Gel Rails Push the studs of the mounting brackets through the holes top and bottom doors in the flange at the side of the unit With Barn Doors closed position Side Barn Doors and attach with screws provided as shown STEP 2 STEP 3 Secure both top and bottom doors with the thumb nuts provided Make sure to attach the Side Barn Doors using the correct screws and washers in the right order correct order shown opposite H STEP 4 Completed Barn Door attachments should appear like picture opposite Attach Side Barn Doors using all the screws repeat until both doors are securely positioned onto unit www bowens co uk www bowens co uk How To Assemble How To Assemble STEP 5 Octagonal Fabric Diffuser Kit for DMX SL855 BW 4442 Your finished StudioLite with Barn Doors and Side Barn Doors STEP 1 To attach Fabric Diffuser make sure Soft Corners Side Barn Doors and Barn Doors are in place Position white corner piece as shown STEP 1
3. Step 2 With the asterisk in position next to the RECALL FROM MEMORY function pressing the SELECT button enters that option Once in the next menu level the user can press the arrow UP button to recall all the previous settings to the unit Step 3 When the user has pressed the arrow UP button the menu screen will change to the next screen to confirm that the settings have been restored Pressing any button on the control panel then takes the user back to the base menu level www bowens co uk Studiolite Accessories Softbox Kit Available for the DMX455 this softbox fits neatly onto the front of your Studiolite and incorporates a removable diffuser for when you need either a soft even light or an intense direct light BW4457 Top amp Bottom Barn Doors One of the most essential accessories for the Studiolite the Top and Bottom Barn Doors fit both the DMX455 amp the DMX855 These Barn Doors are used to reflect or control the spread of light BW4450 Octagonal Fabric Diffuser Kit For an even soft continuous lighting solution This simple to assemble fabric diffuser is designed to fit the DMX855 with Barn Doors Side Barn Doors and Soft Corners attached BW4442 Intensifier Ends To be used with the Top and Bottom Barn doors Available for both the DMX455 and the DMX855 Together with the StudioLite the Intensifier Ends are a very high output reflector that can also be used with a Honeycomb Grid for
4. always have it checked out before using lite A P 21 Ce ese e Operate the unit without a safe grounded earthed AC supply How to Assemble accessories 22 30 Studiolite DMX Specifications 31 DO e Switch power off and disconnect from the supply before changing lamps Studiolite analogue Specifications 31 e Disconnect the supply before changing the fuse Never replace with a fuse of a different rating A spare fuse is fitted in the fuse holder e Exercise care when handling equipment that has been in use e Avoid placing cables where they can be tripped over Protect from heavy sharp or hot objects which may cause damage and replace damaged cables immediately All servicing must be carried out by an authorised Service Centre e Remove the power cord by gripping the plug NEVER pull the cord e Ensure that any extension cord used has a suitable current rating to prevent overheating and never use coiled extension cords www bowens co uk www bowens co uk General Features studiolite Continuous light source with high quality integral reflector The Studiolite range is available with a variety of lamps including daylight 5400K bulbs alternative lamps are available providing a choice of light output and colour temperature Features Include 55W compact fluorescent lamps provide high quality output Wide variety of lamps available see Page 20 Fully variable manual or remote dimming Adjustable mounting bracket to fit
5. 16mm spigot for stand or overhead mounting Wide range of accessories available Reflector Care The reflector is manufactured from high quality colour free anodized aluminium The surface may be cleaned with a soft damp cloth Care must be taken to avoid bending or scratching the reflector Stubborn stains should be removed with a ph neutral cleaning agent Lamp Installation Switch OFF and disconnect from the mains supply before installing or replacing lamps Handle lamps with a care during installation or removal To remove a lamp pull directly away from the connector across the unit take care not to smash the tube into the opposite end of the reflector Withdraw the lamp from the lamp support To install position the lamp over the lamp support and align the connector Push in until the lamp is retained by the clip Note It is recommended that only lamps purchased under a Bowens stock code number are used as replacements The manufacturer will not accept liability for the use of any other lamps www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Control Panel DMX Out Socket Line Terminate Switch p a STUDIO LITE gt ees ll iw r p p Wore 3 Lect DMA 512 Conigli 1 J i DMX In Socket www bowens co uk Studiolite analogue Control Panel studiolite a a a a i C biii mi a Sale ae Ce Studiolite analogue Operation e The Studiolite 455 amp 855 analo
6. more controlled lighting DMX455 BW4454 DMX855 BW4458 www bowens co uk Studiolite Accessories Gel Rails Studiolite Gel Rail accessory for the DMX455 and the DMX855 simply attaches to the top and bottom of the StudioLite to allow you to put your Honeycomb Grid or gel filters directly in front of the light source Also supplied with magnetic strips to attach gel filters etc BW4440 Honeycomb Grid for Gel Rails Simply screws onto the front of your DMX455 or DMX855 with Gel Filter Rails attached for more direct precision controlled lighting BW4443 DMX455 30degree Grid BW4444 DMX855 30degree Grid Honeycomb Grid for Intensifier Ends This honeycomb simply screws onto the front of your Studiolite with Intensifier Ends and Top and Bottom Barn Doors attached BW4455 DMX455 30degree Grid BW4459 DMX855 30degree Grid Soft Corner Set For the DMX455 and the DMX855 Attaches to the back of the Barn Doors and Side Barn Doors to prevent light spill and give even more precise lighting control Set of 4 BW4453 www bowens co uk Studiolite Accessories Studiolite Accessories Side Barn Doors For both the Studiolite DMX455 and the DMX855 The Side Barn Doors must be used with the Top amp Bottom Barn doors simply Part Code Studiolite Accessories PANTI EATSAE BW4444 30 Honeycomb Grid for DMX SL855 with Gel Rails This Fabric Diffuser has been designed for use with the DMX455
7. STEP 2 To secure corner pieces to unit use black plastic rivets provided Do not take rivets apart push through hole as one piece Shown opposite Make sure hook and loop strips are attached to Barn Doors and Side Barn Doors on all corners as pictured opposite STEP 2 STEP 3 Once secured the corner on your unit should appear as shown With hook and loop strips in place on Barn Doors fix Soft Corners as shown STEP 3 STEP 4 When all Soft Corners are in place your StudioLite should appear When all Corners are in place your StudioLite should appear as shown as shown www bowens co uk www bowens co uk How To Assemble www bowens co uk STEP 5 Once all corners are in place to attach the Fabric Diffuser simply match up the hook and loop strips on the white metal corners to the strips on the Fabric Diffuser STEP 6 Once all corners are secured and the Fabric Diffuser is in place your kit should appear as shown Intensifier Ends DMX SL455 BW 4454 DMX SL855 BW 4458 STEP 1 To attach Intensifier Ends make sure Barn Doors are already fixed Position Intensifier Ends in between Barn Doors and secure with plastic rivets as shown STEP 2 Once both top and bottom of both Intensifier Ends are secure position as shown opposite with Barn Doors on the inside How To Assemble STEP 3 With Barn Doors and Intensifier Ends in position top and bottom both side
8. ations SL455 SL855 Bowens Stock Code BW4440 BW4410 220 240V 50 60Hz Bowens Stock Code BW4401 BW4411 110 130V 50 60Hz Power Consumption 240W 480W Fuse 6 3A F 20mm HRC Dimensions Including 400mm x 650mm x 120mm 670mm x 650mm x 120mm Bracket H x W x D www bowens co uk
9. en allowing the user to continue changing any further settings Step 5 With the chosen function highlighted by the DMX Address remote mode arrow gt the user can now adjust the available options to the required setting This feature is used when x more than one number of DMX compatible units are used being by using the arrow up down button controlled via a DMX control desk The Studiolite DMX range allows up to 512 units to controlled at any one time allocating individual addresses to each Studiolite DMX allows the user to then control each light separately Step 6 Once the desired setting is displayed for the chosen function pressing the DONE button the selects that setting This is confirmed by the arrow gt changing back into an asterisk allowing the user to then continue changing any further settings Step 1 From the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk Step 2 With the asterisk next to the Mode Remote option pressing the SELECT button again then enters the chosen mode remote and displays the available functions Step 3 Once in the manual mode the user can scroll through the available options to the desired function DMX Address by using the arrow up down buttons www bowens co uk www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Functions Studiolite DMX Functions Save to Memory After the user has setup his her Studiolite DMX unit to the required settings the us
10. er can then save those settings to the units memory allowing the user to recall the Studiolite s settings after the unit has been turned off Step 1 Once all the required setting are in place from the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk Step 2 With the asterisk showing use the arrow up down buttons to position the asterisk next to the SAVE TO MEMORY option Step 3 With the asterisk in place next to the SAVE TO MEMORY function pressing the SELECT button then enters that function and takes the user to the next menu level Within the next menu level for the SAVE TO MEMORY function the user is asked to press the arrow UP key to save all the current settings Step 4 When the arrow UP key is pressed the user is taken to the next menu level where the DMX unit will confirm that the current feature setting have been saved to the units memory Pressing any key then takes the user back to the Base Menu Level www bowens co uk Recall from Memory After the user has saved all the required function settings to the memory they can then recall that saved setup at a later time as and when required Step 1 At anytime during normal use the user can recall the setup that has been previously saved to the units memory From the base menu level pressing the SELECT button displays the asterisk With the asterisk showing use the arrow up down keys to position the asterisk next to the RECALL FROM MEMORY option
11. gue operates from an AC mains supply of 220 240V 50 60Hz or 110 130V 50 60Hz 117V version Always use a power cable supplied by your Bowens dealer to connect to the mains e Set the mains switch on the rear panel to 1 e Light output will improve after the lamps have been switched on for a few minutes e Lamps can be switched on with the dimmer set at any level e www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Features Manual Mode Functions Step By Step Guide How to change Number of Dimmable Channels Number of dimmable channels to have either 1 or 2 separate channels available If the user has selected to have only 1 channel then all four tubes are linked to the same channel whereas if the user would like 2 different channels then the top 2 tubes and the bottom 2 tubes are split The top 2 tubes are linked to ballast channel 1 and the bottom 2 tubes are linked with ballast channel 2 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 From the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk With the asterisk next to the Mode Manual option pressing the SELECT button again then enters the chosen mode manual and displays the available functions By using the arrow up down buttons the user can then scroll through the available functions until the asterisk is next to the required function option Dimmable Chans With the asterisk next to the required function pressing the SELECT button then selects that opti
12. mode be adjusted press SELECT when the asterisk is next to the BALLAST NO option to change the asterisk to an arrow gt which will then allow the user to change that function by using the arrow up down buttons Step 3 When the asterisk is next to the mode option pressing the SELECT button then highlights that function by changing the asterisk into an arrow gt allowing the user to change that option to the required Step 6 Once the desired setting is displayed pressing setting the DONE button then selects that setting and confirms the users selection by changing the arrow gt back to an asterisk then allowing the user to continue changing any further settings Step 4 Using the arrow up down buttons on the rear of the unit the user can now change the current chosen function to the required setting Once the remote mode is displayed the available options for that setting will then be shown www bowens co uk www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Functions Studiolite DMX Functions Step 4 When the asterisk is next to the desired option pressing the SELECT button then highlights that function by changing the asterisk into an arrow gt allowing the user to then change that option to the required setting Step 5 Once the desired setting is displayed pressing the DONE button then selects that setting and confirms the users selection by changing the arrow gt back to an asterisk th
13. n by using Switch banks off 5 is a useful feature when the user turns the ballast levels right down to min amp the arrow up down buttons the lamps are still giving off some light When the Banks Off 5 feature is enabled this allows the user to know that when he she turns the unit to min the lamps will switch off completely otherwise a faint glow will be emitted by the tubes Step 6 Once the required option is displayed pressing the DONE button then selects that option This is confirmed by changing the arrow gt back into an asterisk By repeatedly pressing the DONE button the user can then navigate back through the menu system to the top base menu level Step 1 From the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk Step 2 With the asterisk next to the Mode Manual Set Ballast Levels option pressing the SELECT button again then enters the chosen mode manual and displays the available functions Set Ballast Level output The ballast levels can be set from between 0 min and 255 max Step 1 From the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk 8 www bowens co uk www bowens co uk 9 Studiolite DMX Functions Studiolite DMX Functions Step 2 With the asterisk next to the Mode Manual option pressing the SELECT button again then enters the chosen mode manual and displays the available functions Step 3 By using the arrow up down buttons on the rear
14. of the DMX unit the user can move through the available functions until asterisk is next to the required function Set Ballast Levels Step 4 When the asterisk is next to the required function Set Ballast Level pressing the SELECT button again then enters the SET BALLAST LEVEL menu When in the SET BALLAST LEVEL menu the user is given two options BALLAST NO which refers to which ballast top or bottom 1 or 2 is to be adjusted and BALLAST LEVEL which is to control the light output from the lamps Step 5 When in the SET BALLAST LEVEL menu the arrow up down buttons can be used to select which option Ballast Level is be adjusted Step 6 Once the asterisk is positioned next the the required option pressing the SELECT button changes the asterisk into an arrow gt which then allows the user to adjust the ballast levels using the arrow up down buttons www bowens co uk Step 7 Step 8 When the required option Set Ballast Level is selected the user can then use the arrow up down buttons to adjust that particular function to the required setting Once the user has adjusted the chosen function to the desired setting by pressing the DONE button the user can then select that setting this is confirmed by the arrow gt changing back into an asterisk allowing the user then to continue changing any further settings By repeatedly pressing the DONE button the user can navigate back to the t
15. on and confirms the users choice by changing the asterisk into an arrow gt MODE MANUAL RECALL FROM MEMORY SANE TQ MEMORY ADIP i b494 HRS MOTE MANUAL DIMMABLE CHANG Pek Ge 2 St FES SET BALLAST LENELS MOJE MANUAL k DIMMABLE CHANS Dol OF eS e SET BALLAST LENELS MOJE MANUAL DIMMABLE CHANS BANK OFF e S YES SET BALLAST LENELS www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Functions Studiolite DMX Functions Step 3 By using the arrow up down buttons on the rear of the DMX unit the user can move through the available functions until asterisk is next to the required function Bank Off 5 Step 5 With the chosen function highlighted by the arrow gt the user can change the available options by using the arrow up down buttons Step 6 Once the required option is displayed pressing the DONE button then selects that option This is confirmed by changing the arrow gt back into an asterisk By repeatedly pressing the DONE button the user can then navigate back through the menu system to the top base menu level Step 4 When the asterisk is next to the required function pressing the SELECT button then selects that function and confirms the users choice by changing the asterisk into an arrow gt Bank Off 5 Step 5 With the chosen function highlighted Bank Off 5 by the arrow gt the user can now change the available options for that functio
16. op base menu level Ballast Number To Be Adjusted 1 or 2 This option is to choose which ballast top or bottom 1 or 2 is to be adjusted note if number of dimmable channels is set to 1 then this option is non applicable Step 1 Step 2 From the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk With the asterisk next to the Mode Manual option pressing the SELECT button again then enters the chosen mode manual and displays the available functions www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Functions Studiolite DMX Functions Mode Setting Manual or Remote Step 3 Once in the manual mode the user can scroll through the available options to the desired function Set Ballast Levels by using the arrow up down buttons This option is so the user can choose whether the unit they will be working with is to be used manually or by remote operation via a DMX control system Step 1 From the Base Menu press SELECT to display the asterisk Step 4 Once the user has navigated to the desired function Set Ballast Levels by pressing the SELECT button again the user can enter the next menu level to the available options for the Set Ballast Levels function Step 2 Once the asterisk is displayed on the base menu pressing the SELECT button again then allows the user to enter the next menu level to choose which function is to be Step 5 To change select which ballast number is to altered within that
17. s secure with plastic rivets provided as shown opposite STEP 4 Once Barn Doors and Intensifier Ends are attached and secured your StudioLite should look like picture opposite 30 Honeycomb Grid for DMX SL455 with Intensifier Ends amp Side Barn Doors BW 4455 30 Honeycomb Grid for DMX SL855 with Intensifier Ends amp Side Barn Doors BW 4459 STEP 1 With Intensifier Ends and Barn Doors secure and in position place Honeycomb Grid in front of unit and put screws through the appropriate holes on Barn Doors STEP 2 Once Honeycomb is in position secure with thumb nuts provided www bowens co uk Accessories Honeycomb Grid for use with Gel Rails DMX SL455 30 Grid BW 4443 DMX SL855 30 Grid BW 4444 STEP 1 First make sure that Gel Rails are secured to unit STEP 2 With Gel Rails attached place Honeycomb grid in front on unit and put screws through appropriate holes in both top and bottom Gel Rails STEP 3 When Honeycomb is in position secure with thumb nuts provided illuminance Lux Vertical Horizontal 1im 2m 3m 4m www bowens co uk Studiolite DMX Specifications DMX455 DMX855 Bowens Stock Code BW4405 BW4415 220 240V 50 60Hz Bowens Stock Code BW4406 BW4416 110 130V 50 60Hz Power Consumption 240W 480W Fuse 6 3A F 20mm HRC Dimensions Including 400mm x 650mm x 120mm 670mm x 650mm x 120mm Bracket H x W x D Studiolite analogue Specific
18. simply place over the top of the assembled Intensifier Ends and en E Top amp Bottom Barn Doors for a softer more pleasing light ERR a ac attach these highly efficient reflectors to maximize the available light to create a remarkably even light spread Adjustable for more precision controlled light DMX455 BW4451 DMX855 BW4452 BW4441 Lamp Sets Part Code Lamps BW4460 Lumilux Lamp Set 5400K 4 tubes BW4461 Lumilux Delux Lamp Set 3000K 4 tubes www bowens co uk www bowens co uk How To Assemble How To Assemble www bowens co uk Softbox for DMX SL455 BW 4457 STEP 1 First insert one of the metal rods into the top left hand corner of the unit through the appropriate hole and slide into position STEP 2 Repeat for both top rods then place softbox on top of both rods until your unit looks like picture shown STEP 3 Next insert third rod into the unit as shown STEP 4 Insert final rod into unit while holding back the softbox for easiest assembly STEP 5 Once the final rod is in place make sure to pull the softbox fully over the rods STEP 6 To complete your softbox simply attach the fabric diffuser using the hook and loop strips around the edges of the softbox STEP 1 The Gel Rails top and bottom are attached to the flange at the side of the unit Push the studs of the mounting brackets through the holes top and bottom rails STEP 2
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