Photogenic Professional Lighting PLR1000DR User's Manual
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1. 1Ot onal togenic lighting Radio Sync Constant Color POWERLIGHTs Operator s Manual Solair Constant Color PLRSOODR Solair Constant Color PLR1000DR amp Remote Studio Control Accessories OPERATOR MANUAL FOR MONOLIGHTS Solaire Radio Sync Constant Color PLR500DR amp PLR1000DR Voltage Smart Radio Sync Constant Color PLRX500DR amp PLRX1000DR INFRARED ACCESSORIES PLCPTR 2 Computer Control Software PLDIR 2 Side display amp IR receiver PLIRC 1 Hand held remote control Thank you for selecting the Photogenic Professional PowerLight Solair brand Radio Sync Constant Color series The Solair Radio Sync Constant Color series incorporates the newest electronic technology providing improved lighting control power setting repeatability and expanded functions These products are built for the demanding operational needs of the professional photographer and it is our expectation that your PowerLight and PowerLight accessories will provide you with years of dependable service The Voltage Smart Solair Radio Sync Constant Color models permit use of worldwide voltages and frequencies With these two new Solair Radio Sync Constant Color series optional accessories include remote power displays infrared remote control and computer software to control and save your flash and modeling studio group light settings INTRODUCTION The Solair PowerLights are a self contained light unit and power supply They have a profess2. continue holding the _ stop button until the display reads ir then release the button The Digital display should read ir when you press and release the _ UP button again and the display will then read Un 1 or some number to 9 To change the UNIT number press and release the 1 10 UP DOWN arrow buttons until the desired number is displayed To save and close the assignment feature and save the UNIT number press and release the 1 2 UP arrow button again This allows the startup sequence to finish and save the new settings Each DR unit s default unit number is set at Un 1 You must re set the unit number with the 1 10 adjustment buttons or the default Un 1 will automatically be assigned Wireless Setup The DR units are pre set for Infrared wireless operations at the factory and no adjustments are necessary for operation Simply plug the PLDIR 2 into the port on the underside of the unit before turning the AC power ON Infrared To adjust the infrared operation or assign a unit number the startup sequence will need to be interrupted With the unit OFF press and hold the _ stop UP button then turn the power switch to ON continue holding the _ stop button until the display reads ir then release the button The Digital display should read ir when you press and release the _ UP button again and the display will read Un 1 or some number 1 to 9 The next display is for unit num
3. sses 0 2 amps idling 5 5 amps charging Voltage Stabilization seseeeeeeeeeeeeeesreereersrsesese Plus or minus 0 05 f stop Packagin t cenen tana aii iei e arose Extruded Aluminum case Weight ounan aioe aa 5 8 pounds 6 1 Ibs X500DR Dimensions PLR500DR housing only 4 5 x 4 5 x 6 75 PLRXS500DR housing only 4 5 x 4 5 x 9 Flashtubes and Modeling Lamps Flashtube nesreci neninn Plug in style use only Photogenic s C4 15C or C4 15D Modeling Lamp ccececesseseeseeeeeteeneeee cea eeeeees 250 Watt Quartz Halogen 150 Watt Quartz Halogen ESP 100 Watt Quartz Halogen ESR Overload Protection Fuse PLRSOODR 3AG type 16 Amp SLO BLO Overload Protection Fuse PLRXS500DR 5mmX 20mm 8 Amp SLO BLO OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR1000DR Voltage Smart Radio Sync Constant Color PLRX1000DR Flashing Rate The unit recharges quickly as indicated by the READY light on the control panel A quick series of flashes can be obtained within the limits of the recharge time Continuous rapid flashing however can overheat and damage the flashtube and internal parts The maximum recommended rate of flashing would depend upon the power level being used and the amount of operation time Use the following chart to serve as a guide for the maximum rate to use in your situation Power Level Operating Sec
4. Lamp cceceseseeseeteeteetetteeee enone es 250 Watt Quartz Halogen E 150 Watt Quartz Halogen ESP 100 Watt Quartz Halogen ESR Overload Protection Fuse PLRIOOODR 3AG type 16 Amp SLO BLO Overload Protection Fuse PLRX1000DR 5 X 20mm 8 Amp SLO BLO ADVANCED POWERLIGHT FEATURES Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR500DR amp PLR1000DR Voltage Smart Radio Sync Constant Color PLRX500DR amp PLRX1000DR Automatic Discharge Each time the AC line power is disconnected or switched off the unit will automatically flash dump most of the stored power and then discharge by resistor the remainder of the stored power This removes all of the flash capacitor charge to prolong the life of the unit and is a much safer condition for storage for transporting and replacement of flash tube or modeling lamp Even if the flash tube is defective or absent the internal resistor will discharge all power within 20 seconds after the unit is turned off This is a feature over which the user has no control Unit Number Assignment This feature allows the user to assign a UNIT NUMBER 1 to 9 to each DR type PowerLight in the studio The UNIT NUMBER is necessary when INFRARED remote control is used see accessories To assign a UNIT NUMBER the startup sequence will need to be interrupted Turn PowerLight AC power OFF With the unit OFF press and hold the _ stop UP button then turn the power switch to ON
5. at 1 128 Reciprocity rne eis lees Misha eE En E eion Excellent no filters required Recycling time kersereerereereseereees reee e0 8 to 3 0 seconds Power Comttoleiscceseceh ussite eh ects a nE Full to 1 128 range 0 1 f stop resolution Color Temperatures 0c0cccceeeeee ee ee eeees lt 50 K over top 6 f stops lt 100 K over entire 8 f stops Modeling Light Power cceseseseeteteeee eeose 250 Watt Quartz ESS Modeling Light Control Full to 1 32 range 0 1 f stop resolution Line voltage regulated PISS CTI Soo 4 ina taht A ote Meteor eh ted cee Built in 16 channel radio receiver Built in Photoslave Push to Test button Synchronization Jack 12 volt isolated Main Supply PLRIOOODR eee eee 105 125 VAC 60 Hz 5 amp Main Supply PLRX1O00DR eceeeee eee 90 250 VAC 50 60Hz 3 5amp Consumption PLRIOOODR ee eeeteeeeeeteeeees 0 2 amps idling 15 amps charging Consumption PLRX1000DR cece eeeeeeeeeeeee 0 2 amps idling 5 5 amps charging Voltage Stabilization oles eeeeeeteeee een eee Plus or minus 0 05 f stop Packaging choi dais ee naihi Extruded Aluminum case Weight setier onr E A ARTERS 7 pounds 7 8lbs X1000DR Dimensions PLR1000DR housing only 4 5 x 4 5 x 8 75 PLRX1000DR housing only 4 5 x 4 5 x 11 Flashtubes and Modeling Lamps Flashiybe erena e adana neces Plug in style use only Photogenic s C4 19C or C4 19D Modeling
6. rating and has a ground 4 Do not insert a screwdriver or other metal objects into the flashtube socket area or vents Contact with high voltage may result 5 Do not operate this appliance with a frayed or damaged line cord When replacing or using the unit with an extension cable be sure the cable has an equivalent or greater rating and is a properly connected 3 wire grounded cable 6 Do not attempt to use this appliance if it has been dropped or damaged until a qualified service person has serviced it 7 Do not operate the unit with a damaged or broken flashtube or modeling lamp Do not use flashtubes with broken cracked or missing glass envelopes To prevent damage or injury always use Photogenic specified replacements for the flashtubes and modeling lamps 8 Perform no internal service work on this unit Refer all such service to a qualified service person or return to the factory This will provide you safety and continuation of your warranty 9 Do not operate when water is present and from extreme temperature shifts If the unit is stored in hot or below freezing temperatures allow at least one hour at room temperatures before using PREPARATION AND BASICS Unpacking and Setup Unpack all units carefully to remove all parts from the carton s Do not discard or destroy the packing material until the equipment has been inspected assembled and all parts accounted for After unpacking all parts should be examined for any d
7. 892 1050 1 8 292 3125 2188 2916 446 525 1 16 146 1562 1094 1458 223 262 1 32 73 781 547 729 112 131 1 64 37 391 274 365 56 66 1 128 18 195 137 182 28 33 GN ASA100 10 110 365 305 350 137 150 SPECIFICATIONS Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR500DR Voltage Smart Radio Sync Constant Color PLRX500DR General Elash Power siessssecsssteiseeit seyeen che aaeei seeds 3 9 to 500 watt seconds Maximum 8 f stops Flash Durations sninen nena ae eee 1 280 second at Full 1 5800 second at 1 128 RECIPPOCIEY eiei e gendtin nds he he Excellent no filters required Recycling time ssistttestetteteeeeesee09 to 1 5 seconds full Power Control cceecesssceesceseeeseeeseneeeesennnen ens Full to 1 128 range 8 f stops 0 1 f stop resolution Color Temperatures ccccceeeeeeeneeeenes lt 50 K over top 6 f stops lt 100 K over entire 8 f stops Modeling Light Power s s s reee 250 Watt Quartz ESS Modeling Light Control Full to 1 32 range 0 1 f stop resolution Line voltage regulated Trig Serine hesione i a es Built in 16 channel radio receiver Built in Photoslave Push to Test button Synchronization Jack 12 volt isolated Main Supply PLRSOODR eee eeeeeeeeeree cee 105 125 VAC 60 Hz 5 amps Main Supply PLRXSOODR cee eee 90 250 VAC 50 60Hz 3 5amp Consumption PLRSOODR cece eeeeereeeeees 0 2 amps idling 15 amps charging Consumption PLRXS500DR
8. Between Number of Time Flashes Flashes Full Continuous 17 Continuous 7 Minutes 10 40 2 5 Minutes 6 25 1 2 Continuous 8 3 Continuous 4 Minutes 4 60 1 4 Minutes 2 43 1 4 Continuous 4 Continuous Exposure Information The following charts give the BCPS output for various umbrellas and reflectors Coverage angle is given in degrees Umbrella 32 inch 45 inch 60 inch Coverage 120 degree 120 degree 120 degree Full Power 11000 11166 11166 5500 5583 5583 2750 2792 2792 1 8 1375 1396 1396 1 16 688 698 698 1 32 344 349 349 1 64 172 174 174 1 128 86 87 87 Reflector PL7R PL14R PLI6R PLI8RWD PL24R Diameter None F 14 16 18 24 Coverage 360 35 40 60 126 145 Full Power 4666 50000 35000 46666 7140 8400 2333 25000 17500 23333 3570 4200 1167 12500 8750 11667 1785 2100 1 8 583 6250 4375 5833 892 1050 1 16 292 3125 2188 2916 446 525 1 32 146 1562 1094 1458 223 262 1 64 73 781 547 729 112 131 1 128 37 391 274 364 56 66 GN ASA100 10 160 515 430 495 194 210 SPECIFICATIONS Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR1000DR Voltage Smart Radio Sync Constant Color PLRX1000DR General Flash Powe ts cess ncexteneasanciancdees ie 7 8 to 1000 watt seconds maximum 8 f stops Flash Duration ccccccseeeeeeeeeteeteeteeeeeeee enone 1 250 second at Full 1 4000 second
9. HIGH value at 0 and set a LOW value The 3 exposure bracketing sequence is 1 Primary power setting 2 Higher power pre set 3 Lower pre set The 2 exposure bracketing sequence is 1 Primary power setting 2 Either Higher or Lower skips the 0 settings To set or change the Auto Bracketing settings 1 Press the Auto Bracketing button 3 times This will cause the display to read br then H 0 2 Press the small up or down 1 10 button to set the HIGH value The values can be set at zero 0 to 1 5 f stops above the primary power setting 3 Press the large up 1 2 button once This will cause the display to read L 0 4 Press the small down or up 1 10 button to set the LOW value The values can be set at zero 0 to 1 5 f stops below the primary power setting 5 Press the AUTO BRACKET button to save these pre sets To turn off the Auto Bracketing settings Setting both the HIGH and the LOW values at zero 0 will turn off the Auto Bracket feature Note The auto bracketing settings are retained and sequenced until the feature is manually turned off If the primary power setting is changed the Auto Bracketing feature will continue to sequence using the pre set HIGH and LOW values from the new primary level This bracketing feature is limited by the 8 f stops of total watt seconds available in each model Color Temperature Consistent and Constant The problem Wi
10. amage which may have been caused by rough handling during shipment If any damage is detected contact the delivering carrier at once Claim for damage should be made to the delivering carrier before destroying packing cartons To set up the unit first mount and secure it on a suitable stand The PowerLight stand adapter allows the unit to be mounted on a stand with a 3 8 to 5 8 post Be sure to use a stand that is stable and will not tip easily The unit is shipped with the modeling lamp and flashtube not installed While installing the modeling lamp and flashtube with glove or clean cloth to protect the hand and tube be sure they are properly inserted and tight to avoid arcing and failure of the socket contacts during operation Do not touch the glass tubes with bare hands as normal body oils will shorten the bulb s life Always use a clean cloth or wear gloves to protect your hand from glass breakage and heat The 7 _ inch reflector is attached by the quick change mechanism Three tabs on the unit grip the ring on the reflector Finger levers located on the top of the unit control two of these tabs To mount the reflector squeeze the finger levers towards each other and tilt the reflector past the stationary top tab then past the two tabs that are controlled with the levers Release the finger levers and make sure all three tabs are securing the reflector see illustration below All PowerLight accessory reflectors and soft box
11. ber assignment See above 665 99 During the ir display if you then press either of the 1 10 buttons you will display rado pressing the 1 10 button again will display a studio Su and number 1 through 4 Studio numbers are assigned with 1 10 buttons NOTE the rado is currently an internal only system and should not be used if you intend to use infrared controls To close rado press the 1 10 button again until the display reads ir then press the _ UP button again The next display will be Un 1 which is your light unit number 1 9 assignment You must re set the unit number with the 1 10 adjustment buttons or the default Un 1 will automatically be assigned Once the unit number has been assigned press the _ up button which allows the startup sequence to finish and save the new settings Diagnostic Display Codes Circuits that prevent catastrophic damage to your investment protect the Solair and Voltage Smart Solair PowerLight units Kr 0 message means that an AC line power frequency problem has occurred This could be internal or in the power cable or outlet at the location Try turning the main power off wait for 5 seconds and turn power back on Er 1 message means that an AC line power voltage problem has occurred This could be internal or can happen with voltage spikes and voltage fall off in the location power supply Try turning the main power off wait for 5 seconds and tu
12. city law states that the intensity of light falling on a photographic film multiplied by the exposure time equals the total amount of exposure Intensity x Time Exposure This means for example that an exposure of f 16 at 1 60 second is equivalent to an exposure of f 11 at 1 125 second In either combination of settings the same total amount of light reaches the film The reciprocity law applies to commonly available black and white and color films at exposure times from approximately 1 10 second to 1 1 000 second This means that no adjustments are necessary for exposure or color in this shutter range Most modern films however have increased this range to the point that no adjustments are necessary from approximately 1 second to 1 10 000 second It should be pointed out that all photographic emulsions are subject to an effect often called reciprocity law failure At exposure times at the edges of the above ranges you will begin to see underexposure loss of effective film speed at the normally calculated exposure setting a change in contrast a color shift or a combination of these effects The word failure in this context does not imply a short coming of the film flash equipment or the camera but merely that the reciprocity law does not hold for very long or very short exposures times We also sometimes refer to these changes in film response to particular illumination levels as long exposure effects and short expos
13. d to the umbrella bracket under the housing of the PowerLight on rotating mount or on an extension cable for better viewing and infrared control PLIRC 1 Infrared remote controller Must be used with PLDIR 2 Similar to TV VCR DTV universal remote controllers the PLIRC 1 can control up to nine 9 PowerLights with individual settings If several PowerLights are used with identical settings the same unit number can be assigned to them This will expand the total number of lights that can be controlled with the PLIRC 1 All panel button controls are available plus STANDBY All Solair series PowerLights must have PLDIR 2 infrared receivers and have their unique unit numbers assigned PowerLights may have identical unit number numbers if they are to be operated exactly the same under all studio arrangements Select a Unit Number on one of the top ten buttons then control the PowerLight with the lower buttons observing the PowerLight digital display for the changes The A button under Unit Number transmits the changes to all active PowerLights This enables the photographer to raise or lower flash or model levels on all the units without the laborious task of changing them all individually STANDBY lets the photographer put all the PowerLights into a standby state to stop public photographers from slaving the units at a wedding or some studio units can be put in standby when not required for a shot The infrared control can easily
14. e clock doesn t start running until the flash discharge reaches 50 of its peak and stops when it falls below 50 Since the color temperature of the flash varies over time more blue in the beginning and more red towards the tail pgs 48 60 it is important that flash duration be reported at the 1 10 power levels to express the total flash duration and not cut off any of the available flash power Flash Duration t 1 2 Power Duration 1 gt D 5 05 y 0 A T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T A CO Mert EAL Time Total Flash Duration t 1 10 ____ You can see that there is quite a bit of light which would be wasted if we set our shutter speed to the duration using the t 1 2 technique In effect the flash duration is longer than you think it is up to three times longer So t 1 2 or t 1 3 are not really useful measurements since we re used to thinking in terms of shutter speeds We at Photogenic want you to get consistent and constant color temperature and all the flash power you paid for That s why we report all Solair flash durations using the t 1 10 technique As you can see setting your shutter speed to the t 0 1 flash duration or greater will result in your camera capturing virtually all of the light available Reciprocity Explained Excerpts taken from Kodak TECHNICAL PUBLICATION DATA I FILM E31 July 2002 The recipro
15. e open to its fullest extent and set on X or zero delay Remove the camera back It is best to perform this test with the modeling lamps turned off While looking at the lens through the back of a film camera operate the shutter A few sheets of white paper in front of the lens will cut down the brilliance of the flash and aid in making the observation The flash of the light should then appear as a circle the same size as the aperture If the circle is flattened on the sides or if no light appears through the lens the shutter is not synchronized If the shutter appears not to be synchronized a reputable camera repair shop should check the shutter contacts The sync polarity is Positive on center pin of cable connectors Photogenic part PLTC and defined in ISO 518 Sync voltage is 12 vde Spec less than 24 vdc per ISO 10330 1992E and greater than 9 vdc for Wein photo slave at 10 microampere drain Internal 240 ohm discharge limit with 68 k ohms continuous limit Sync signal negative pulse 10 microseconds or longer from sync voltage to 1 6 vdc or less per ISO 518 PocketWizard use The PowerLight built in receiver is actually 16 channel useable The PLUS transmitter is 4 channel The PowerLight built in sync radio receiver will hunt for a signal for 30 seconds after power is applied Ifa minimum of four consecutive triggers are seen during that time period the receiver will assume that channel If no signal is see
16. eeded A cooling off period of 10 to 45 minutes is required to reset the thermal fuse There is also protection in the microcontroller software which is designed to protect against exceeding the rated flash cycles See Diagnostic Display Codes below To replace a blown fuse power cord must be disconnected simply unscrew the fuse holder cap bottom of unit and replace the exposed fuse with a new fuse If fuses continue to blow contact your dealer or qualified service person See specification section for fuses replacements Power Up display sequence The processor will search the unit for functions that have been activated from the last time the light was used As this search is done the first display reads 8888 Next in the search sequence is AC and Hertz and you will see 50 or 60 displayed If Auto Bracketing is active you will see br followed by the High H setting and then the Low L setting The final standard sequence displays the unit number designated for the light 1 through 9 When the search cycle is complete the display will then show the setting for flash watt seconds See Advanced Features amp Diagnostic Display Codes Functional Operation Solaire Radio Sync Constant Color PLR500DR amp PLR1000DR Voltage Smart Radio Sync Constant Color PLRX500DR amp PLRX1000DR Power Switch The power switch controls the AC power to both the modeling and flash circuits You have the option to turn of
17. es are designed for use with this quick change system or onto this 7 _ inch reflector Squeeze levers to mount reflector in locked position Punch out hole for ProfesSional plug in umbrella rod flashtube With power switch OFF attach the line cord to the power input connector located on the bottom of the PowerLight and connect it to a grounded wall outlet Turn the power switch ON The READY light will light when the unit has charged to the power level set by the FLASH power control DIGITAL CONTROL PANEL AND BASIC OPERATION Power Input The power required to operate the Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR500DR or PLR1000DR is 105 to 125 volts AC 60 Hz 5 Amp The power cord has a 125V 15 Amp rating The Voltage Smart Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLRXS500DR or PLRX1000DR is rated 90 to 250 volts AC 50 60 Hz 3 5 Amp and has a 230V power cord with a German European plug These Voltage Smart units have no recharge line current surge Replacement cords or extension cords rated for less amperage may overheat and should not be used with PowerLights Circuit Protection Circuit protection automatically protects this appliance from excessive damage due to circuit or component failure Operation exceeding the rated cycle of the appliance may cause the fuse to open Always replace fuse with same rating of fuse An additional thermal protector is located inside the PowerLight and may open if the rated duty cycle is exc
18. f the modeling circuit independently HI WARNING Do NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GLASS LAMP COVER IN PLACE A Yy A 4 Apgust TRACK _FULL SET ON OFF FLASH 2j e MODEL MISFIRE ALARM autoan O CO ON OFF a Test READY PHO AVE Sotair Constant Color Pow erLight PLRI000DR J yN MADE IN U S A fr Flash Power When the power is turned on the red LED is illuminated You adjust the PowerLight Flash power settings by pressing the 1 2 or 1 10 f stops UP DOWN arrow buttons The watt second settings will be displayed If the adjust button is pressed again the modeling circuit and yellow LED will be turned on Ready Light The Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR1000DR amp PLRX1000DR models are fully charged when the READY lamp is on Lowest power 7 8ws setting charge time is a maximum of 8 seconds and at full power charge 1000 ws time is a maximum of 3 seconds The unit may be flashed before fully charged When adjusting flash power settings downward the units will bleed stored power until the lowered power setting is reached the ready light will then be re illuminated The Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLRSOODR amp PLRXS500DR models are fully charged when the READY lamp is on Lowest power 3 9ws charge time is a maximum of 5 seconds and at full power charge 500 ws time is a maximum of 1 5 seconds The unit may be flashed before fully charged When adjusting flash po
19. ional plug in flashtube a 250 watt adjustable quartz modeling light and bare bulb capability both vertically and horizontally The PowerLights are fitted with Photogenic s unique quick change system for holding accessories made by Photogenic Professional Lighting Before using your new PowerLight for the first time please read this manual carefully and acquaint yourself with the controls and features In this way you can quickly get the greatest benefit from your new unit and maintain an efficient and safe operation SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Despite the measures that have been taken to make electronic flash equipment safe it must be recognized that high voltages and high temperatures do exist within the power supply lighting unit Certain precautions must be observed in handling the unit Contact with internal high voltage may result in severe injury or death 1 Before installing or removing the flashtube and modeling lamp be sure this appliance is turned off cooled and unplugged from AC power source 2 Do not touch the glass tubes with bare hands as normal body oils will shorten the bulb s life Always use a clean cloth or wear gloves to protect your hand from glass breakage and heat 3 Do not defeat the purpose to the three wire line cord by disconnecting the ground Connect to properly functioning and grounded 3 pin receptacles only If you are using an extension cord be sure the cord has an equivalent or greater
20. le to attach to PowerLights POWERLIGHT QUICK CHANGE ACCESSORIES REFLECTORS PL3R 3 Shallow Background reflector rotates to control light for high key and back lighting PL3RV 3 Veil Slotted Background reflector for veil and burst lighting PLSR 5 Deep Conical Background reflector PL7R 7 _ Standard high grain reflector 35 degree coverage PL14R 14 Parabolic for portraits feathering flood and fill lighting 45 degree coverage PL16R 16 Parabolic for portraits feathering flood and fill lighting 60 degree coverage PL18R 18 Parabolic for soft illumination and flood lighting 125 degree coverage PL20R 20 Parabolic for portraits feathering flood and fill lighting 65 degree coverage PL24R 24 Parabolic for soft illumination and flood lighting 145 degree coverage Additional PowerLight Light Shaping Accessory items and Kits Grids Snoots Soft Boxes Barndoor Sets Tilting Handle Scrim amp Gel rings Eclipse Umbrellas Counter Balance weights Contact your local dealer for these and other Professional Photographic products by Photogenic Professional Lighting 1268 Humbracht Circle Bartlett Illinois 60103 1631 www Photogenicpro com Telephone 630 830 2500 Fax 630 830 2525 MANUAL PART NO 016577 00V0 6 05
21. ll repair or replace any PL2 Solair or Voltage Smart series light that is deemed to be defective This warranty does not cover damages caused by shipping product abuse or use other than the intended photographic applications Any product modifications will render this warranty void Use of other manufacturer s accessories which restrict normal or intended operation especially venting airflow may cause damage and will void this warranty Flash tubes are warranted under the above conditions for one year from date of purchase Modeling lamps are covered for initial use failures only SERVICE The photographer should not attempt to make internal repairs Consult a dealer for an authorized Photogenic Professional Lighting service agent This will provide you safety insure proper operational functions and provide continuation of your warranty The technicians find it helpful to have the complete unit to better troubleshoot and evaluate any problems This includes the light unit the power cord the flash tube and the modeling lamp For replacing the flashtube or modeling lamp follow the directions and specifications given earlier in this manual in the setup section Before removing the old tubes or installing new tubes always unplug your PowerLight to discharge the stored energy Wait approximately 30 seconds for the main capacitors to deplete any residual stored voltage Never place your fingers or any metal objects into the flash o
22. n the receiver will operate on whatever channel it was set to before power was removed So turn on the Plus Transmitter and set the channel to 1 2 3 or 4 Make sure the local both remote switch is set to either both or remote Hold the Test button on Plus Transmitter down and turn the PowerLight ON Continue to hold the transmitter Test button down for 6 seconds This should be sufficient time to teach the PowerLight receiver When you press the Plus Transmitter Test button subsequently the PowerLight will flash Check transmitter instructions for proper connection to camera and other details To prevent the PowerLight photoslave from triggering the flash you must insert a SYNC plug or _ diameter dowel rod into the _ sync jack Photocell Photo Slave The sensor is built in and can be shut off by plugging in the sync cord Flash Power Bracketing Bracketing refers to taking up to three 3 exposures in a sequence with different flash intensities either additional watt seconds or fewer watt seconds from the displayed or selected primary base intensity The Solair units enable you to set the base flash power and then one high and one low bracketing values Once the setting s have been pre set a sequence of power levels will automatically occur as you take the exposures If you wish to only bracket up from the primary set a HIGH value and leave the LOW value at 0 If you wish to only bracket down from the primary set the
23. n trigger cord connection at camera Some radio slaves will cause interference consult slave manufacturer Trigger cord will not flash unit but charge indicator shows that the system has charged Probable causes 1 Defective trigger cord Defective flashtube Turn unit OFF Wait until cool and then replace flashtube See SERVICE section of this manual Infrared not working Probable causes 1 2 3 Check for receiver model number to insure PLDIR 2 is being used and has been plugged into the PowerLight properly Turn unit power OFF and then back ON The electronic startup sequence must detect the receiver is being used View the startup display sequence to insure ir is displayed If rado is displayed see wireless setup in Advanced Features section If using the Hand Held controller press the unit number on the keypad before pressing any adjustment buttons If using the Computer control you must click transmit at the unit window or transmit all at the top of the screen Radio Sync not working Probable causes 1 Transmitter wrong channel or batteries or connection to camera or defective 2 Built in receiver wrong PowerLight model or defective Limited PowerLighte Warranty Photogenic Professional Lighting warranties the standard line products are free from defects in material and workmanship of the PL2 series of PowerLights for a period of two years from date of purchase At our choice we wi
24. nc Constant Color PLRX500DR Flashing Rate The unit recharges quickly as indicated by the READY light on the control panel A quick series of flashes can be obtained within the limits of the recharge time Continuous rapid flashing however can overheat and damage the flashtube and internal parts The maximum recommended rate of flashing would depend upon the power level being used and the amount of operation time Use the following chart to serve as a guide for the maximum rate to use in your situation Power Level Operating Sec Between Number of Time Flashes Flashes Full Continuous 8 3 Continuous 11 Minutes 6 116 4 Minutes 4 60 1 2 Continuous 4 Continuous 4 Minutes 2 124 1 4 Minutes 1 85 1 4 Continuous 2 Continuous Exposure Information The following charts give the BCPS output for various umbrellas and reflectors Coverage angle is given in degrees Umbrella 32 inch 45 inch 60 inch Coverage 120 degree 120 degree 120 degree Full Power 5500 5583 5583 2750 2792 2792 1375 1396 1396 1 8 688 698 698 1 16 344 349 349 1 32 172 174 174 1 64 86 87 87 1 128 43 44 44 Reflector PL7R PL14R PLI6R PLI8RWD PL24R Diameter None TER 14 16 18 24 Coverage 360 35 40 60 126 145 Full Power 2333 25000 17500 23333 3570 4200 1167 12500 8750 11667 1785 2100 583 6250 4375 5833
25. r modeling sockets Contact with high voltage may result PowerLighto Infrared Studio Control Accessories For all Digital Remote DR models PLCPTR 2 Computer Studio Control System for IBM compatibles e On screen display of up to 9 different PowerLight DR models e Set and transmit commands to just one light or the entire studio e 360 degree command coverage for changing flash power modeling intensity proportional modeling sets modeling ON OFF test flash auto bracketing and standby mode e Unlimited pose light setting files can be named and saved for future recall when the same pose is repeated Includes Proprietary software RS232 connector AC power adapter and infrared dome transmitter Used with PLDIR 2 receivers sold separately PLIRC 1 Hand Held infrared transmitter e Set and transmit commands to just one light or the entire studio e Transmits commands for changing flash power modeling intensity proportional modeling sets modeling ON OFF test flash and standby mode Used with PLDIR 2 receivers sold separately Includes Hand Held transmitter and 9 volt battery PLDIR 2 Infrared receiver e Displays the flash power in watt seconds or the modeling in watts e Receives the infrared signals from PLCPTR 2 and PLIRC 1 transmitters e Plugs into any Digital Remote DR model of PowerLights Used with PLIRC 1 and PLCPTR 2 transmitters sold separately Includes Receiver display and flexible cab
26. reach to units on 12 foot stands it has been tested to 100 feet indoors PLIBM 1 Studio System Controller software for IBM compatibles Must be used with PLDIR 2 receivers Along with infrared transmitter hardware and an IBM compatible computer using Windows 95 98 2000 or XP the software is used by the photographer to specify the PowerLight settings for up to nine units with independent settings and save a studio setting or pose file An unlimited number of pose files may be saved All PowerLights must have PLDIR 2 infrared receivers General Trouble Shooting COMMON PROBLEMS AND CAUSES Unit does not charge Probable causes l 2 3 Fuse blown Unplug the unit Replace fuse No line power to unit Check line cord and outlet Internal thermal protection activated Will occur if power setting is increased and decreased rapidly several times Wait for unit to cool May take 2 to 5 minutes Modeling light does not turn on Probable causes l 2 3 Lamp turned off Press FULL ON OFF button until LED lights Lamp burned out Inspect and replace when cool See SERVICE section of this manual Internal fuse blown caused by shorted modeling lamp Factory service required Light flashes by itself without apparent reason Probable causes 1 Gree Defective trigger cord or trigger cord incorrectly polarized Bright light falling on photo slave Poor connection in line cord Reverse connection o
27. rn power back on Er 3 message means over heating has occurred This could be internal or by exceeding the recommended flash frequency See flash rate chart Once Er 3 is displayed a COOL mode is activated to cool off internal components This usually is caused by too many quick discharges resulting in the overheating of the unit s circuits See flash rate chart The unit counts down in this COOL mode for approximately 4 minutes This is an electronically timed period and turning the power OFF will not shorten this period Therefore you must leave the power ON during this COOL DOWN cycle message means a misfire has occurred To reset press the test fire button or turn the power OFF If the continues turn the unit off and have service performed Examine the flash tube for damage as this can cause this misfire message to be illuminated Advanced Series Accessories Solaire Voltage Smart amp PL2 series PLDIR 2 Remote digital display and Infrared receiver Must be used with PLIRC controller The PLDIR 2 is a digital display to enhance visibility and to receive infrared signals to control the functions of the Solair Constant Color Radio Sync PowerLights It displays Flash power Modeling lamp power and unit number It has a green READY indicator and a BI color indicator for Flash or Model Behind a small window is an infrared receiver Resolution is 0 1 f stop The PLDIR 2 may be mounte
28. ter a misfire or to dump stored power when moving to a lower watt second level Misfire Indication The display will show if there is a misfire Press the test button to reset Additionally the Solair PowerLights are equipped with audible alarm if the flash has not fired properly This audible feature can be turned ON LED on or OFF LED off with the Misfire Auto bracket button To activate or deactivate this alarm feature press this button once Ifthe yellow light next to the button is illuminated this feature is ON Synchronization and Triggering Triggering is accomplished by using a built in PocketWizard radio receiver built in photoslave or a trigger cable from the power supply to the camera shutter contacts of X or zero delay Other units in the system are then triggered by photoslave operation All radio syne PLR units can be triggered with the PocketWizard PLUS transmitter It is best to connect the fill light directly to the camera since it will be positioned furthest back in the studio and will usually provide sufficient illumination to trigger the other units It is suggested that all walls and ceiling be painted either in white or light neutral colors for most reliable photoslave operation After the trigger cord is properly connected check the synchronization with a film camera Adjust the lighting unit to same height as the camera lens and face the lights into the lens The lens aperture should b
29. th the rare exception of units costing many thousands of dollars flash lighting packs up to now do not control the color temperature of the light The color temperature typically decreases by over 100 degrees Kelvin for every f stop of power reduction Over a 6 stop adjustment range this results in a color temperature decrease of over 600K Even units that have a small 3 stop range can produce significant color shifts of over 300 degrees This can result in much larger shifts between two light sources than film can correct Kodak recommends less than 200 degrees shift between light sources for their 5500 degree daylight film The solution Photogenic has created an affordable solution to this problem The new Solaris PowerLights provide consistent and constant color temperature across their amazing 8 stop range Be wary of claims of consistent color temperature at only one power level This is not the same as constant color temperature over all power levels Both are necessary to provide the perfect exposure we all strive for The light produced by the new Solair is consistent amp constant Every time you key in a desired power level on the digital input you will receive the same amount of light as you obtained previously and at the same color temperature The light produced by the new Solair is constant color No matter what power setting you select the light will be the same color temperature Using the standard color corrected flash lamp e
30. ure effects LONG EXPOSURE EFFECTS Under low light conditions you may have to extend your exposure times to a point of significant speed loss With black and white films the effect of this speed loss is partially offset by wide exposure latitude Most color films require more than the normally calculated exposure when the lighting is unusually low Also the sensitivity differences between the many layers of color films can cause a color balance shift which means that you will sometimes need to use color compensating filters to achieve an acceptable color balance When you must increase the indicated exposure to compensate for long exposure effects use a larger lens opening if possible Extending the exposure time will result in more speed loss contrast change and color shift See the manufacturers data tables for your specific film to determine what exposure adjustment and filter may be necessary SHORT EXPOSURE EFFECTS Extremely short exposures produce essentially the same effect as long exposures speed loss There is also an increased scattering of exposed silver halide grains the formation of smaller latent image centers and a lower rate of development at the latent image centers The short exposure effect appears as lower contrast or reduced density in the negative Exposures of 1 10 000 second or shorter can cause this problem OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS Solair Radio Sync Constant Color PLR500DR Voltage Smart Radio Sy
31. very subject will be exposed to approximately 5400 degree Kelvin light regardless of power setting This solves forever the problem of unbalanced power settings in your studio resulting in color temperature shifts in your pictures Flash Duration The Solair PowerLights provide motion stopping capability ranging from 1 250 second flash duration at full power to 1 3700 at minimum power eight stops down Unlike shutter speed flash duration can be reported in different ways It is generally defined as the length of time light is produced above a certain power level Photogenic Solair measurements are reported at the 1 10 power level or t 0 1 instead of several other widely used methods While any point of the discharge curve can be utilized to measure the duration of a flash the most commonly used are 1 10 1 3 and 1 2 of peak Doc Edgerton Edgerton Electronic Flash Strobe 1987 pg 30 recommended the 1 3 point be used for duration measurements in order to approximate the power being measured While this has served the industry well for many years the commonly available integrating power meter gives the exact amount of power delivered and we no longer need to approximate this measurement The 1 2 power point is commonly used in engineering and serves the purpose of reporting the bandwidth of the flash duration but the graph below clearly shows that a power point measurement does not truly report the total flash duration Th
32. wer settings downward the units will bleed stored power until the lowered setting is reached the green READY light will then be re illuminated Audible READY The Solair models also have an audible ready feature that will announce that the stored power has reached the level you have displayed This feature can be activated or deactivated by pressing and holding the TEST button until the green READY light blinks Modeling Light The modeling light has three modes of operation 1 MANUAL press the MANUAL ADJUST button to turn the MODEL yellow LED on adjusts the modeling lamp intensity using the 1 2 or 1 10 f stops UP DOWN arrow buttons Pressing the MANUAL ADJUST button a second time will change the mode to flash adjustment and is indicated by the illuminated red LED 2 TRACK mode Proportional modeling causes the modeling lamp intensity to track the FLASH setting The modeling lamp may be re set to full intensity at any FLASH value by simply pressing the TRACK SET button a second time with the FLASH already set to desired watt seconds This setting is retained when the user returns from another mode Tracking is limited to 6 f stops 3 FULL ON OFF is exactly what it says Press the FULL ON OFF button to turn the modeling lamp OFF LED off or FULL ON LED on Note All current mode settings are retained even after the power is turned off Test Function The TEST button is pressed to fire the flashtube for test purposes to re set af
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