Ringflash User Guide
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1. down Maximum Power 4800Ws e To remove the plug make sure all power to the Ringflash Pro is switched off press the spring latch away from the plug and lift from the cable entry end as shown in fig 12 Flash Duration Maximum 1 1600 sec 3000Ws Ph i F Flash Duration Minimum 1 4500 sec 500Ws Guide Number 3000Ws with 50 Keylite Reflector Flashtube Assembly 1 x Single Tube BW 7673 User en Modelling Lamp 117V 10 x 12V 20W G4 Halogen LAM 760 BW 7671 Modelling Lamp 230V 10 x 24V 20W G4 Halogen LAM 765 BW 7672 BW 7674 Ringflash Pro Reflector fig 13 BW 7675 110 Reflector with Diffuser fig 14 Weight inc Cable 2 Kg Weight inc Camera Bracket amp Cable 3 43Kg fig 10 fig 11 fig 12 ACCESSORIES SPARE PARTS AVAILABLE BW 7671 12V 20W G4 Halogen for use on 117V BW 7672 24V 20W G4 Halogen for use on 230V BW 7676 Glass Lens Clear BW 7677 Glass Lens Frosted fig 13 fig 14 BW 7673 Flashtube Assembly2. FOR THIRTY MINUTES DUE To EXTREME HEAT Ensure that the Ringflash Pro is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply and wait for thirty minutes to allow to cool down before touching removing the modelling lamps Before removing any modelling lamps from the Ringflash Pro first remove the front protective glass before removing check the glass has cooled sufficiently to touch To remove the modelling lamps grip gently between fingers always ensure that you do not touch the modelling bulbs directly with your fingers use a cloth or a tissue as shown in fig 9 this is because the residue from your fingers can shorten the life span of the bulb and pull away slowly from the Ringflash Pro To replace the modelling lamps simply align the two legs of the lamp with the correct fittings and gently push in ensuring that the lamp legs are fully inserted FITTING RemovinG Quan ConnecTORS To PACK ringflashpo OPERATION ringflash oe Before use ensure that the pack is switched off Part Number 230V BW 7670 e Fit the Ringflash Pro connectors to the pack To ensure latch retention first insert the tab on the front of the cable plug into the pack socket as shown in fig 10 and then press down firmly on the cable entry end as shown in fig 11 Part Number 117V BW 7670US Switch the pack on and test flash the Ringflash Pro to ensure operational After use always make sure that the Ringflash Pro has adequate time to cool
3. RINGFLASH PRO USER GUIDE BWL 0485 BOWENS INTERNATIONAL LTD 355 Old Road Clacton On Sea Essex CO15 3RH Tel 44 0 1255 422807 Fax 44 0 1255 436342 www bowens co uk BOWENS the power behind the picture ringflash ii iy ler yp gawn BOWENS the power behind the picture NTRODUCTION ringflash PRODUCT OVERVIEW ringflash Dear Valued Customer Thank you for choosing the Bowens Ringflash Pro The Bowens Ringflash Pro has been developed by working closely with professional photographers to create a product suitable for and which meets the standards of even the most demanding of todays professional studios For details of all related Bowens 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 SAFETY INFORMATION Please take time to read through and follow these safety instructions ALWAYS be careful of and avoid placing the Ringflash Pro cable where it can be tripped over e switch the pack on AFTER the Ringflash Pro has been connected ensure that the Ringflash Pro cable connector is correctly fitted before using remove the protective cover before use e turn OFF the pack disconnect from the power supply unplug the Ringflash Pro and allow to cool down before attaching or remov
4. ing any accessories or reflectors o use with the protective glass cover attached l l l N B Ringflash Pro shown with optional reflector NEVER place heavy objects on top of the Ringflash Pro cables and avoid running them over sharp or hot objects A Soft Grip Handle B Modelling On Off Switch e use the equipment with damaged cables Have them replaced as soon as possible NEVER attempt to repair them yourself e use in an environment where moisture water vapour or inflammable liquids vapour or materials may come into contact with the Ringflash C Camera Bracket D Protective Glass Cover Pro or pack The flash output as well as modelling lamps can cause ignition of or damage to materials that may come into contact with the Ringflash Pro E Built In Cooling Fan F Flash Tube obstruct the airflow around the Ringflash Pro or pack G Modelling Lamps GENERAL FEATURES The Ringflash Pro is designed for use with the all Bowens 20 Pin Quad socket generators e Flash tubes with colour corrective UV coating 1 Ringflash Pro 2 Gamera Bracket Adjustable modelling lamps with On Off switch j Easy fitting of reflectors and accessories 3 Camera Mount Thread 4 12 x Modelling Lamps e Universal camera bracket Includes 10 plus 2 spare Can be used with light stand or camera stand Incorporates handle for portable hand held use 5 Flash Tube 6 Clear Protective Glass Cover Includes built in thermal cut out The cut out will
5. only stop the Ringflash Pro from flashing If this occurs it is advised to turn off the modelling and allow to cool for 10 minutes Do not turn off the pack as the Ringflash Pro fans will aid and speed up the cooling process E Frosted Protective Glass Cover 8 Brass Spigot 9 2 x Blanking Plugs MOUNTING RINGFLASH PRO TO LIGHT STAND STEP 1 STEP 2 ringflash Mount the Camera Bracket to the selected support system as shown in fig 1 Once the Ringflash Pro is mounted onto the selected support system simply tighten the mount screw as shown in fig 2 to hold in position fig 2 MOUNTING RINGFLASH PRO TO CAMERA STAND STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 To mount the Ringflash Pro to a camera stand first place the brass spigot on top of the camera plate and fasten to the camera mounting thread as shown in fig 3 Next place the Ringflash Pro camera bracket on top of the brass spigot and lock in place by tightening the thumb screw as shown in fig 4 Attach the Ringflash Pro to the camera bracket as shown in fig 5 and secure in place using the thumb screws provided N B When attaching the Ringflash Pro to the camera bracket ensure that the Ringflash Pro handle is positioned to one side to allow the Ringflash Pro complete freedom of movement without the handle coming into contact with the camera stand Once the Ringflash Pro is secured in place next attach the camera to the camera bracket Your setup sho
6. uld appear as shown in fig 6 fig 4 FLASHTUBE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 ringflash WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE AFTER Use Do Not TOUCH THE FLASHTUBE ASSEMBLY FOR THIRTY MINUTES DUE TO EXTREME HEAT Ensure that the Ringflash Pro is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply and wait for thirty minutes to allow to cool down before touching removing the flashtube Before removing the flashtube assembly from the Ringflash Pro first remove the front protective glass cover before removing check the glass has cooled sufficiently to touch Once the glass cover has been removed take out the two modelling lamps next to the trigger wire tab and then unwind the trigger wire from the tab as shown in fig 7 It is recommended to remove the two modelling lamps next to the trigger wire tab to allow more room to when unwinding the trigger wire and so not to damage the lamps To remove the flashtube assembly hold gently on both sides and pull away evenly from the Ringflash Pro as shown in fig 8 To replace the flashtube assembly simply place all four support legs into the correct fittings and gently push back in ensuring all four legs are placed back in evenly and secured by fully inserting into the flashtube leg connections N B Always replace with the correct flashtube assembly fig 8 MODELLING LAMP REPLACEMENT STEP 1 STEP 2 WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE AFTER Use Do Not TOUCH THE MODELLING LAMPS
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