POWERLIGHT
Operator’s Manual
PowerLight 1250
PowerLight 1250DR
PowerLight 2500DR
&
Remote Control Accessories
Unit Number Assignment, Page 14
PLDIR-2 and PLDIR-1 Remote Digital Display, Page 15 PLIRC-1 Infrared Remote Controller, Page 16
OPERATOR MANUAL FOR MONOLIGHTS
PowerLight 1250
PowerLight 1250DR
PowerLight 2500DR
OPERATOR MANUAL FOR ACCESSORIES
PLDD-1 side display for model PL1250 only.
PLDC-1 side display/manual controller for “DR” models. PLDIR-2 side display & IR receiver for “DR” models. PLIRC-1 hand held remote control for “DR” models.
Thank you for selecting the Photogenic Professional PowerLight PL2 series. The PL2 series incorporates the newest electronic components 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. With this new PL2 series optional accessories include: remote power displays, manual and infrared remote control and computer software to control and save your power and modeling power settings.
INTRODUCTION
The PowerLights are a self-contained light unit and power supply. They have a professional 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.
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 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 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 damage, 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.
Unpacking and Setup: (continued)
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) 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 1/2 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 boxes 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.
CONTROL PANEL AND BASIC OPERATION:
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Power Input:
The power required to operate the PowerLight 1250, 1250DR or 2500DR is 105 to 125 volts AC, 60 Hz, 10 Amp. The power cord has a 125V, 10 Amp. rating. 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 exceeded. A cooling off period of 10 to 45 minutes is required to reset the thermal fuse.
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 fuse replacements)
Power Switch:
The power switch controls the AC power to both the modeling and flash circuits. You have the option to turn-off the modeling circuit independently.
PowerLight Model PL1250
Flash Power:
All settings and controls of the PowerLight 1250 are extremely stable and repeatable due to the use of an internal microcomputer. The 1250 and 1250DR are adjustable from 16watt seconds to 500 watt seconds.
To adjust the PowerLight 1250 to its lowest flash power setting (16 watt seconds), slide the FLASH control knob all the way to the left.
To adjust the PowerLight 1250 to its greatest flash power setting (500 watt seconds), slide the FLASH control knob all the way to the right.
To adjust the PowerLight 1250 to an exact flash power setting, use the accessory digital display.
Ready Light:
The PowerLight 1250 is fully charged when the READY lamp is on. Lowest power (16ws) 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.
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