Pro Line Studio Apollo X-180
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1. present and correct Fit the modelling bulb to the unit and use the mains lead supplied to connect to the mains supply Switch the unit on via the power switch on the back panel It is recommended that you charge the unit for 1 hour prior to initial use and or after a long period of inactivity Set the power control to desired level The charge indicator will illuminate and the there will be an audible beep when the unit is fully charged and ready to use Both the modelling bulb and the photo cell can be turned of independently using the switches at the rear of the unit The flash unit can be triggered in three ways Manually using the test button Via the sync socket Using the built in photocell enabling the unit to be triggered by any other flash the built in flash on a camera a camera mounted flash gun or by infra red We hope you enjoy using this lamp SPECIFICATIONS X 180 Apollo X 300 Apollo Output 180 w s 300 w s Guide Number 35GN 48GN Recharge Time 3 0 sec 3 6 sec Colour Temp 5500 K 5500 K Power Control Full to 1 8 fully variable Full to 1 8 fully variable Modelling Lamp 50W 50W Flash Duration 1 1000 sec 1 1000 sec Triggering Methods Slave Infrared Sync Cable Slave Infrared Sync Cable Sync Voltage 6V DC 6V DC Light Stand Set up the light stand to the required height and remove the white plastic cap from the top The legs should be positioned as far apart as possible in order to obtain the most2. assem bly out of the unit Pick up the replacement flash tube with either a clean cloth or paper towel taking care not to touch it with your bare hands and gently but firmly insert it into the unit Wind the trigger wire back around the flash tube ensuring that it is not touching the metal reflec tor if the wire is in contact with any other part of the unit it will fail to operate Always replace with the correct flash tube Replacing the Fuse The fuse is located directly above the Power Socket on the rear of the light In order to replace the fuse unplug the power lead from both the mains and the light the fuse tray can then be pulled out and the fuse replaced The F 180 Apollo amp F 300 Apollo lights require a 10 amp fuse Triggering Methods Camera Flash The Pro Line flash lights have built in Slave Sensors and so can be triggered by the use of flash gun or by the cameras built in flash Sync Lead One end of the sync lead plugs into the camera and the other end plugs into the sync socket of the flash light Infrared Trigger The infrared trigger fits directly onto the hotshoe of the camera The test button should be pressed in order to start the charge cycle Radio Trigger The radio trigger has two parts a transmitter that fits onto the hotshoe of the camera and a receiver that plugs into the sync socket of the flash light
3. ro flre www prolinestudio co uk About Pro Line Pro Line s studio lighting equipment is recognised worldwide as the leading brand of studio equipment for both the professional and amateur photographer The most innovative technology coupled with high quality manufacture and ease of use puts Pro Line at the forefront for today s studio or location photographer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PROLINE INTERNATIONAL www prolinestudio co uk X 180 APOLLO X 300 APOLLO Operating Instructions Modelling Light Switch Power Indicator Flash Power Control Photo Cell Switch Mains Power Switch Sync Cable Socket Power Socket Flash Test Button CONDOR WNDM _ pro line Tr www prolinestudio co uk 2 1 360 Deg Photo Cell 2 Umbrella Holder 3 Lamp Tilting Bracket Lighting Setups Below is a diagram of the basic 1 2 3 and 4 lighting setups Each light is used for a specific purpose and are known as the Primary Fill Background and Rim Flair light Primary This is the main light in a setup and in cases where it is used with other lights will normally be the brightest Fill This is the second light in a setup where a second light is not available a reflector can be used to bounce light from the Primary light back to the subject from an opposing angle The Fill light is used to remove shadows created by the Primary light Background A third light can be u
4. sed to illuminate the background behind your subject Rim Flair This is used to add another dimension of illumination to your subject it can help separate the subject from the background and accentuate details such as hair 1 Light Setup 2 Light Setup Accessories Barn Doors Barn doors are designed to control the direction and spread of the light They can also be used with coloured gels Snoot A snoot focuses the light precisely and can be used to highlight an area Umbrella Umbrellas can be used to reflect or diffuse light and to create cooling or warming lighting effects Reflector The reflector attaches to the front of the light and helps to focus the light in a specific direction Reflector Used to reflect the light towards the subject and depending on what side is used can produce a cooling or warming effect Equipment Bag The padded equipment bags help to protect the equipment either in the studio or on the move Background Support System Can be used to hang paper cloth and vinyl backgrounds Safety Notes The Apollo lights must not be used in an environment where moisture or flammable vapour is likely to come into contact with the unit Avoid touching either the modelling or flash bulbs with bare hands This will shorten the life of the bulb and cause it to blacken Do not operate if the cord or unit has been damaged Operation Please check the contents to ensure all the items are
5. stability Remove the umbrella from the protective sleeve Open the umbrella fully so that it locks into place Insert into the Umbrella Holder located directly under the light Please check the contents to ensure all the items are present and correct Fig 1 1 x Black Silver Outer Cover 1 x Speedring 4 x Rods 1 x Internal Diffuser 1 x Translucent Outer Diffuser Cover Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 Fig 5 1 Place the black outer cover on a flat surface with the silver lining facing upwards 2 Place the speedring in the centre of the outer cover with the widest part facing up wards Fig 2 3 Insert the rods into the speedring and locate the other end of one of the rods into one of the small pockets located around the edge of the outer cover Repeat this with all the other rods starting with the opposite rod to the one just fitted until all rods are in place Fig 3 The rods will bend sufficiently for this to happen 4 Attach the inner diffuser onto the outer cover Fig 4 5 Attach the outer diffuser to the front of the softbox Fig 5 6 The softbox can now be fitted to the light Replacing the Flash Tube Turn off the unit and disconnect from the mains supply and press the Flash Test Button in order to discharge any stored power It is recommended that you wait 30 minutes before touching either the flash or modelling bulb Unwind the twisted trigger wire from the flash tube and gently pull the flash tube
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