Ringlite Converter - User Guide
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1. converter g USER GUIDE gt BOWENS the power behind the picture CONTENTS PG INTRODUCTION 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 RINGLITE CONVERTER OVERVIEW 2 INCLUDED IN BOX 2 MOUNTING RINGLITE TO FLASH HEAD 3 CAMERA BRACKET 3 LANDSCAPE CAMERA BRACKET 3 4 PORTRAIT CAMERA BRACKET 4 CAMERA MOUNTING BOLT ADAPTOR 4 SPECIFICATIONS 5 STUDIO ACCESSORIES 5 LIGHT MODIFIERS 6 bowens co uk INTRODUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION Thank you for choosing the Bowens Ringlite Converter The Ringlite Converter has been designed by working closely with professional photographers to create a unique light modifier suitable for a wide range of photographic applications The Ringlite meets the high standards demanded by todays professional studios and is compatible with all Bowens flash heads that use the standard S type reflector mount For details of all related products please contact your local distributor a list of which can be found at www bowens co uk In order to obtain the full benefit from your purchase please take a few moments to familiarise yourself with this user manual Thank you Bowens International Ltd There are certain heat limitations to consider when using the Ringlite Converter over extended periods of operation The Ringlite Converter can be used on any Bowens flash head up to a maximum of 3000Ws The Ringlite Converter has been designed to be used without a modelling lamp When using the Ringlite2. Converter with a Bowens flash head the modelling lamp must be removed or switched off before use When using the Ringlite Converter with a standard Bowens monolight the modelling lamp must be removed in order for the Ringlite to fit mount onto the flash head The Ringlite Converter is capable of safely operating continuously using a 500Ws head at full power flashing every 10 seconds Maximum workrate can therefore be judged on an average pro rata basis e g a 1000Ws unit at full power flashing every 20 seconds N B It is normal for the front of the Ringlite Converter to warm up during the operation If the front becomes too hot to touch comfortably then it is recommended the user either reduces their workrate or leaves the unit for a sufficient time to cool down ring ic converter RINGLITE CONVERTER OVERVIEW Diffuser Thumb Screws Landscape Camera Bracket Portrait Camera Bracket also supplied INCLUDED IN BOX e Ringlite Converter e Front Diffuser e Landscape Bracket inc camera mounting screw with 1 4 thread e Portrait Bracket inc camera mounting screw with 1 4 thread e 1 4 to 3 8 Camera mount screw adaptor e 45mm Synthetic Washer e User Manual Front Diffuser Bracket Thumb Screws bowens co uk 2 ring Ite converter MOUNTING RINGLITE TO FLASH HEAD The Ringlite Converter is compatible with all Bowens flash heads that use the S type reflector mount Because various Bowens
3. Ringlite place the landscape in position and then reinsert and tighten up the screws To move the landscape bracket up or down simply loosen the screws and move the bracket to required height and then fasten up the screws to lock into place ringte converter LANDSCAPE CAMERA BRACKET Figure 1 The landscape camera bracket also includes a friction slide which allows the user to move the bracket and their camera either left or right depending on where they want to position their camera see figure 2 Figure 2 bowens co uk PORTRAIT CAMERA BRACKET 1 4 To 3 8 CAMERA MOUNTING BOLT ADAPTOR The Ringlite Converter also includes a portrait camera bracket To use the portrait camera bracket the landscape bracket must already be in place and secured to the Ringlite To attach the portrait bracket the user must first remove the 45mm synthetic washer from the landscape bracket and then place the portrait bracket on top of the mounting bolt on the landscape bracket Attach the two brackets together securely by then tightening the bolt Make sure the two small white runners on the portrait bracket line up and sit correctly next to the landscape bracket to allow ease of movement Finally place the 45mm synthetic washer over the mounting bolt on the portrait bracket see figure 3 to hold the camera in place once connected see figure 4 Figure 3 Figure 4 4 The Ringlite Conver
4. flash heads have the S type reflector mount positioned different the user can simply change adjust the position of the S type adaptor connected to the Ringlite making it compatible with a vast range of Bowens flash heads monolights The various positions to place the S type reflector mount for the various Bowens heads are listed below Reflector Mount Positions for various flash heads Position 1 Esprit I Esprit Il Esprit DX Esprit Gemini Esprit Gemini Digital Gemini Gemini R Gemini Pro Mono Traveller Prolite Quadmatic and Redwing Position 2 Esprit 750PRO Position 3 Duo Equipe Estime Quad3km and QuadX bowens co uk MOUNTING RINGLITE TO FLASH HEAD CAMERA BRACKET Position 1 Position 2 1 Position 3 The Ringlite Converter is supplied with two camera brackets to enable the photographer to position and hold their camera in a fixed position The Ringlite Converter includes one landscape bracket and one portrait bracket N B The Ringlite Converter can also be used without the camera bracket if so desired LANDSCAPE CAMERA BRACKET The landscape camera bracket is fully adjustable to enable the user to place their camera in the optimum position The landscape bracket can be positioned up or down see figure 1 as well as left to right To attach the landscape bracket to the Ringlite simply remove the two bracket screws found at the back of the
5. he variable speed Jetstream Wind Machine makes special effects a breeze and adds a sense of motion to your shots Its remote operating control enables you to adjust the speed levels from a light draft to a gentle breeze to an intense bluster BW 2550 240V BW 2550B 117V ring ic converter LIGHT MODIFIERS BW 1899 BW 1866 BW 1878 LIGHT MODIFIERS 75 SOFTLITE REFLECTOR This 38cm 15 BW 1868 matt finished reflector is supplied with a double diffuser cap that covers the flash tube and modelling lamp for added softness The softest of Bowens direct reflectors it s perfect for portraiture beauty and product photography GRID DIFFUSER The Grid Diffuser is an BW 1884 accessory for the 75 Softlite Reflector that creates a unique lighting effect by including a perspex outer diffuser with a honeycomb grid in the centre The Grid Diffuser gives a direct pool of light surrounded by a soft diffused light making it ideal for portraiture HIGH PERFORMANCE REFLECTOR The High BW 2560 Performance Reflector has a 32cm 15 diameter the parabolic design delivers a bright intense output perfect for creating deep shadows and high contrasting images An absolute must where lots of light is requires bowens co uk 6 40 SUNLITE REFLECTOR A 43cm 17 white interior reflector designed to replicate sunlight for photographing items such as architectural models The white painted inter
6. ior of the Sunlite Reflector helps to ensure that an even light is delivered SUPERSOFT 600 DIFFUSER The ultimate soft beauty light The supersoft 600 Diffuser mounts directly onto the front of the 40 Sunlite Reflector Its super large 600mm 23 front diameter and unique three layered diffusion panels create a large soft light source that is completely even BACKLITE REFLECTOR This reflector has an elliptical shape measuring 20cm x 30 5cm 8 x 12 which produces an oval pool of light that can be used to create a natural vignette over a background Two spring clips are fitted at either end to allow colours gels to be attached rin converter glite rin converter glite Registered Community Design Number 000803143 001 PAT Pending Number 0702236 www bowens co uk BOWENS Bowens and the power behind the picture are registered trademarks of Bowens International Ltd Due to our policy of the power behind the pictu re constant product improvement Bowens International Ltd reserves the right to change equipment specifications at any time and mena without notice BWL 0490 2 02 10
7. ter is supplied with two standard 1 4 camera mounting bolts one for each bracket landscape and portrait which is the industry standard size for tripod sockets and mounting threads There are however some camera manufacturers brands that use a different 3 8 size socket To enable full compatibility with all camera mount sockets a 1 4 figure 5 to 38 figure 6 adaptor sleeve To attach the 1 4 to 3 8 adaptor sleeve simply place over the standard 1 4 mounting bolt and screw into place Figure 5 Figure 6 ring ic converter SPECIFICATIONS Diameter Aperture Angle Height Width Depth Weight bowens co uk 21 6cm 8 9 5cm 3 95 35cm 13 22cm 8 11 5cm 42 1 45Kg 3 21bs inc portrait bracket STUDIO ACCESSORIES BW 5150 BW 5160 BW 3960 BW 2550 PULSAR RADIO TRIGGER SYSTEM Whether you re triggering flash heads or cameras the Pulsar is the right tool for the job Each Pulsar can be used as a trigger or receiver and can send receive signals up to 100m Pulsar Twin Pack also available GEMINI REMOTE CONTROL The pocket sized Gemini remote Control makes working with the Gemini R and Pro monolights a breeze Weighing just 34g this diminutive device allows precise control of many of the main features such as power modelling modes ready indications channel select and more JETSTREAM WIND MACHINE T
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