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PRO=5 MANUAL
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CONTENTS
1.
Nomenclature
2. Assembly of Unit Components
3. Stand/Stand Fixture
4. Stand Adapter
5.
Flash Head
6. Reflector
7. Pan-and-Tilt Device
8. Locking Lever
9.
Attachment Receptacle
P.2
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Lamp Hook
11.
Modelling Light
12.
Flashtube
13.
Connection to the Mains
14.
Circuit Breaker
15.
IR-Photocell/SLAVE
16.
Sync Outlet
17.
SOUND-Control
18.
FAST-Control
19.
Mains Power Lamp
20.
Ready Lamp Button
21.
Synchronization
22. Connecting the Flash Head
23. Adjusting the Modelling Light
24. Energy Control
25. Charging
26. Automatic Safety Functions
27.
Audio Signal
28.
PROFOTO’s
29.
Technical Data
30.
Service
Reliability Test
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1. NOMENCLATURE
Stand Adapter
Toggle Clamps
Stand
Reflector
Clamp
Reflectors, reflector
Locking mechanism
On/Off switch,
Pan-and-Tilt Device
modell
ng
sca l e
ing light
Flash Head Connection
ON/OFF switch
IR-Photocell/SLAVE
Sync Outlet
Mains Plug
Circuit Breaker
Ready Lamp
Mains Power Lamp
\
SOUND-Control
FAST-Control
Safety-catch
Modelling Light
. Flashtube
. Metal pins
Protective cap
Modelling Lamp Control
SYM/ASYM
Selector
Energy Control
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2. ASSEMBLY OF
UNIT COMPONENTS
A. To mount the stand on the generator, lift the
upper clamp on the stand fixture, then slip
the stand through it and through the lower
clamp as well. The stand will be locked in
place when the upper clamp is released.
B.
Slip the opening in the flash head pan-and-tilt
device over the adapter, which is located on
the end of the stand. If necessary, loosen the
wing nut.
C.
Tighten the wing nut, so that the locking lever
can only be turned around with some difficulty.
D. To mount the flash head, open the latching
lever on the rear and insert the
lamphook
into
the square receptacle. Tighten the lock mechanism.
G. To mount the reflector, push it over the flash
head and secure it in place. The reflector can
be adjusted by referring to the numerical
scale printed on the flash head and comparing it with the instructions for using the reflector.
H. Insert the lamp plug into the generator by
matching the three white dots with each
other, and secure it with the locking ring.
I.
Plug the mains cable into the generator’s
mains socket. Then plug the other end into a
grounded socket capable of handling at least
10
amps.
J.Turn the control dial for the modelling light
from
"0"
to any other setting, so that the ge-
nerator will begin to charge.
E.
Screw the modelling lamp into the flash head
screw base.
IMPORTANT: Do not touch the modelling
lamp’s surface with your fingers.
K. The ready lamp will light when the generator
is fully charged. Charging takes a little longer
if the unit has been dormant for a while.
Make sure that the modelling light is work-
F.
Insert the flashtube’s three pins into the socket. Pull back the lock-spring to insert.
ing, and push the ready lamp/button to test
the flash.
L. The unit is now ready for use. For further
information, see the complete instruction
manual.
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3. THE STAND/STAND FIXTURE
The stand is a telescope model. By loosening the
toggle clamps on each section, the stand’s length
can be altered. To adjust a clamp’s friction, open
the clamp and use the plastic tool (provided as
standard equipment) to tighten the nut. To ensure
stability, begin lengthening the stand by adjusting
the lower sections first and proceeding upward to
the top of the stand. The stand is secured in the
stand fixture on the generator’s short side with
the help of an elastic band. To mount the stand,
lift the upper clamp on the fixture and insert the
stand through both the upper and lower clamps,
which hold the stand in place. To dismount the
stand, depress the lower clamp and draw the
stand up and out.
4. THE STAND ADAPTER
The stand supplied with the Pro-3 has, as stand-
ard equipment, a round,
There is also a square
16 mm stand adapter.
12 mm adapter for mount-
ing the head on a boom. An extra 16 mm adapter
is also provided for mounting on other stands.
However, it must be mounted properly to be tight
enough for use.
There is an On/Off switch on the back of the
flashhead that controls the modelling light, but
does not effect the flashtube. The flash head’s
housing also shows a printed numerical scale that
can be compared with a key in the reflector instructions, so that the right settings can be determined. The protective cap protects the flashtube
and modelling light in transport.
The Twin flash head is equipt with a
flector, modelling light
tubes (each 3000
(500 W Halogene), 2 flash-
J/Ws
maximum), and a protec-
re-
tive cap. Otherwise, the Twin flash head is in all
respects the same as the PF. As additional equipment, the Twin has a Y-cable for attachment to
TWO generators of 2400
4800
J/Ws
The Twin flash head is standard equip-
ment on the
Pro-5/4800,
maximum energy, 4800
J/Ws
each, for a total of
and can provide the
J/Ws.
,
6. REFLECTOR
Fasten the reflector to the flash head by pushing
it over the head’s outer housing. Since the reflec-
5. THE FLASH LAMP HEADS
The PF flash head comes complete with a
sable reflector, a modelling light
gen), a flashtube (for 3000
(250
J/Ws
maximum), and
f
W Halo-
a protective cap. In addition, the flash head is
equipt with a thermostat-controlled fan for effective cooling. For continuous fan operation, use
the recessed switch on the back side of the head.
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tor is equipt with a clamp to keep it in place, the
clamp must be opened whenever the reflector is
mounted or dismounted. Each type of reflector
comes with recommendations for application of
the numerical scale on the lamp head, so that the
desired results may be achieved. After securing
the reflector in place mount the umbrella in the
opening provided for it on the flash head.
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7. THE PAN-AND-TILT DEVICE
The pan-and-tilt device makes it possible to adjust the flash head easily, either vertically or to the
side, since it keeps the flash head in place by friction. Loosen the locking lever, turn the flash head
in the desired direction, and tighten the locking
lever once again. When mounting the flash head,
it is important that the friction be adequate. This
is achieved by adjusting the wing nut. It should
not be so tight that the locking lever cannot function, nor should it be so loose that the flash head
cannot be locked into place.
The pan-and-tilt device has a round hole for
mounting a 16
a square hole for a
mm
(5/8
inch) stand adapter and
12 mm (
1/2
inch) adapter.
IMPORTANT: Always loosen the locking lever
before adjusting the flash head, otherwise the
pan-and-tilt device will gradually lose its ability
to stay locked.
For proper function the stand adapter must be
mounted on the side next to the wing nut.
8. THE LOCKING LEVER
The locking lever works as a handle for manipu-
lating the flash head. It also makes it possible to
lock and unlock the pan-and-tilt device. To
change the angle of the lever, loosen the wing nut
and move the lever to another groove in the
pan-
and-tilt device. If the lever locks too hard or too
loose, adjust the wing nut. For best results, the
locking lever should be able to be turned around
only with some difficulty.
ing off the hook. There is a safety catch on the
lock mechanism which prevents it from opening
accidentally. The safety catch must be pulled
back to permit the latching lever to be opened.
10. THE LAMP HOOK
The lamp hook joins the flash head with the
panand-tilt device. To mount the lamp hook, first
loosen the wing nut. You can then either take it
off or put it in place by pressing the locking pin on
the hook. When the lamp hook is in place, tighten
the wing nut. Then insert the hook into the attachment receptacle on the flash head and close the
latching lever. Normally, the flash head would be
mounted with the attachment receptacle facing
upward, thus providing the most compact assembly. However, when large diameter reflectors are
to be used and tilted downward, the unit should
be assembled with the flash head in the opposite
position, e.g., with the attachment receptacle
facing downward. In this way, the flash head ex-
tends further outward from the stand and provides greater freedom for downward tilting. The
lamp hook can either be mounted upwards or to
the side. If it is mounted sideways, it is possible to
mount two lamp hooks (and flash heads) in the
same pan-and-tilt device by turning the last disc
section of the pan-and-tilt device
1/2
turn
around.
9. THE ATTACHMENT RECEPTACLE
On the back side of the flash head there is an
attachment receptacle with a latching lever which
connects the flash head to the lamp hook. The
latching lever must be opened for mounting or
dismounting, and it must always be closed when
the flash head is mounted to prevent it from
fall-
11. THE
The modelling lamp sits in the center of the flash
head, mounted in a “mini-can” screw base. To
change the modelling lamp, you must first dismount the flashtubes. A
standard on the
heads). The maximum wattage of modelling
lamp that can be connected to any one flash head
MODELLING
250 W modelling lamp is
Pro-5 (500
W on the Twin flash
LAMP
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outlet is
age for the
OOO
W. The total modelling light watt-
1
Pro-5
generator is 1500 W.
IMPORTANT: Always disconnect the flash
head plug from the generator before changing
either modelling lamps or flashtubes.
12. THE FLASHTUBE
The PF Flash Head: The flashtube is mounted
in a protective, frosted glass cover on a ceramic
base. The base has three metal pins for insertion
into the flash head. These are placed asymmetrically, so that it is not possible to insert the
flashtube incorrectly. The flashtube is secured to the
head with a safety catch. When mounting or dismounting the flashtube, hold out the safety catch
to let the flashtube socket pass. Care must be
taken when mounting or changing the flashtube
not to damage the modelling lamp.
The Twin Flash Head: The two flashtubes are
mounted under a removable glass cover. When
changing the flashtubes, dismount the glass cover
by pressing together the two locking pins on the
flash head, then lifting off the cover. The two
flashtubes are mounted separately, each on its
own ceramic base with metal pins, which permits
the user to change the tubes independent of each
other. After the glasscover has been removed, the
modelling lamp can be changed in the standard
manner.
13. MAINS CONNECTION
Pro-5
The
is designed for AC connection only. It
is an “all voltage” generator, which can be con-
nected to the most common voltages:
180-240 V, 50-60
Hz. The generator is connected
90-130 V,
to the mains by a special cable and switches itself
into the correct input voltage range, thereby eli-
minating manual adjustments. The mains power
lamp shines green when the generator is AC connected. The modelling lamp is specially trimmed
for
100/200
V,
117/240 V. When the
generator is connected to operating voltages
other than those specified, the modelling light
may vary somewhat from its nominal intensity.
However, re-trimming can be performed by any
workshop authorized to service Profoto products.
IMPORTANT: When the unit is not going to be
used for a while the mains plug should be disconnected. This is necessary, so that automatic safety
mechanism (pulse charging) can start up when
the unit is put in use again. When the generator is
pulse charging, or when initial charging is taking
place, charging time can be considerably longer
than normal (60 sec. or less). In extreme cases, it
can take several minutes.
14. THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
The flash generator is equipt with an automatic
circuit breaker which protects both the generator
and the flash heads from overload. If overload
occurs, the button controlling the fuse will protrude from the panel, signifying a warning. The
fuse will regain its function when the button is
pushed in again. Because the circuit breaker governs only the modelling light and has no effect on
the flash, the flash can still be used with the fuse
in “warning” position, but the modelling light
will not function.
IMPORTANT: If the circuit breaker is in “warn-
ing” position, find the cause of the overload before returning the fuse to normal status.
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15. IR-PHOTOCELL/SLAVE
The IR-Photocell on the generator panel serves as
a flash trigger. It can be activated by another
flash, or by an IR-sync attached to the camera’s
synchronization mechanism. The photocell can
be turned off by flipping the switch located beside
it on the generator. When a sync cable is in use
however, the photocell is automatically disabled.
16. THE SYNC OUTLET
The sync outlet is connected directly to the camera
by a cable. When the cable is connected, the generator’s photocell ceases to function.
17. SOUND-CONTROL
The generator has an audible signal system to indicate when the generator is charged. When this
signal is undesirable, simply release the button
marked “SOUND”.
16. FAST-CONTROL
21. SYNCHRONIZATION
Synchronization of the unit is achieved either
directly from the camera via a sync cable connected to the sync outlet, or by means of the built-in
IR-photocell triggered by a flash, or through a
signal from an IR-sync attached to the camera.
The built-in photocell does not function when the
sync cable is in use, but it can also be turned off
manually.
22. FLASH HEAD CONNECTION
When connecting the flash head plug, align the
two white dots on the plug with the white dot on
the generator panel next to the outlet. After con-
necting the plug, lock the connector into position
by turning the locking ring on the plug clockwise.
If not properly inserred, the flashtube will not
trigger. The plug is especially designed for flash
use and can be connected or disconnected at any
time before, during or after charging.
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Fast-Control effects the charging time. When the
mains power supply is unpredictable or generally
low, the FAST-Control can be utilized to allow
slow charging of the generator, which demands
less immediate mains power. This type of charging requires more time.
Regarding All Models: In the symmetrical energy distribution mode (SYM), the flash heads
can be connected to any of the outlets. The designated energy is divided EVENLY between the
connected flash heads, regardless of which outlet
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they are connected to. Thus, ONE flash head
19. THE MAINS POWER LAMP
The mains power lamp shines green when the
connected will receive
flash heads will receive
THREE flash heads will each receive
100%
of the energy; TWO
50%
of the energy each;
33.3 %.
generator is connected to the mains.
Regarding “A” Models: In the asymmetrical
20. THE READY LAMP
The ready lamp button has two functions. First, it
lights up when the generator is fully charged. Second, it can be used to test flash capability
(“open” flash). When it is pressed, the generator
will release its charge.
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energy distribution mode (ASYM), the designated energy is divided UNEVENLY between the
connected flash heads. A flash head connected to
OUTLET
LET 2 provides
1
receives 25% of the energy; OUT-
25%
and OUTLET 3 (marked
with a larger white dot than the other two) will
supply
50%
of the total energy available.
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Pro-514800:
In the case of the
Pro-5/4800,
Twin
flash heads should be connected to OUTLET 3
(marked with two white dots) in order to receive
full energy from the generator. As an alternative,
PF flash heads can be connected to OUT-LETS
1
and 2 (marked with one dot), by which they will
J/Ws
receive 2400
connected to OUTLETS
receive
1200
each. If two PF flash heads are
2 and 3, they
J/Ws
that is, half of their total capa-
will
each
city. If two PF flash heads and one Twin flash
head are connected to the
Pro-5/4800,
the
PF´s
will each receive 25 % of the total energy, and the
Twin,
50%.
23. MODELLING
LIGHT CONTROL
The modelling light is controlled by a dial on the
generator panel. This dial is also used to initiate
charging as the generator will not charge when
the dial is on
when the dial is turned to
"0".
If the generator is charged
"0"
the charge will be
released and no futher charging will take place.
However, when the dial is in any other position,
the generator will charge. Dial settings represent
the following:
-0 Stand by. Flash, modelling light
and charging not in function.
- 1/1 PROP Modelling light is receiving the
1/2
PROPdesignated proportional energy at
-
1/3
PROP either full, one-half or one-third
intensity.
The settings 1/1,
1/2
and
1/3
for proportional
modelling light intensity should be used to align
the modelling light and the flash energy in the following case:
When several units are used, each with a
different number of heads:
for a generator with
Use setting
heads. Use
1/2
1/3
heads.
ONE connected
for a generator with TWO flash
for a generator with THREE flash
Use dial setting
flash head.
1/1
When several units are used, each with a
different total energy: A 2400 generator
should be on
tor. The
4800 generator is set at
a 2400 generator. The 2400 should also be set at
1/1. If both these are used together with a
generator, this one should be set at
(The 4800 model has a stronger modelling light
than the standard equipment.)
The modelling light is calibrated to give light
exactly in proportion to the designated flash
energy. Furthermore, the modelling light is protected from sudden inrush current by a built-in
system that allows for a “soft” start-up. During
initial charging after the unit is connected to the
mains, the modelling light is off and does not
come on until the generator is fully charged. If the
modelling light does not go on when the ready
lamp lights, check the switch on the flash head’s
back side to make sure it is on. In case of overheating in the flash head the modelling lamp is
turned off by a thermostat.
1/1
when used with a 1200 genera-
1200 should be set at 1/2 intensity. A
1/1
if used together-with
1200
1/2
intensity.
-
M AX Modelling light is at maximum
light strength, regardless of flash
energy designation.
-
FLASH
Modelling light off.
ONLY
24. ENERGY CONTROL
Energy is controlled by a dial on the generator.
panel. On all models, the dial features
vance from
1/1 intensity to
When an “A” model is being used with one flash
stepless
1/8
(four f-stops).
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head connected to outlets 2 or 3 (in combination
with the SYM/ASYM mode selector) the energy
can be regulated from
1/1 to
1/32
(six f-stops).
The energy control dial is equipt with index positioning to
1/6
f-stops, making it possible to re-
peat previous dial settings or to verify in writing
that certain dial settings were used. The flash energy is calibrated and stabilized to give exactly
the desired level. When the generator has been
charged to the designated energy level, a short audible signal sounds and the big white ready lamp
goes on. When a lower energy level is desired, an
“open” flash should be triggered by pushing the
ready button, so that the excess energy in the generator can be released. The next flash, at the lower setting, will conform to the designated energy
level. When a higher energy level is desired, the
generator will automatically adjust to the designated level.
25. CHARGING
Charging time varies according to energy levels.
The difference can be as great as from
(Pro-5/1200
(Pro-5/4800
at
1/8
intensity) to approx. 6 seconds
at 1/1), based upon a normal mains
0.2 seconds
supply voltages. Charging time can be decelerat-
ed by releasing the FAST button on the generator
panel. This slower charging time is useful when
mains energy is weak, since it does not allow the
unit to tax the mains fuses unnecessarily. The first
charge, after mains cable connection, is always to
full energy and always in a slow step mode (pulse
charging). Thus, charging proceeds in stages,
while at the same time the status of the capacitors
is being gauged. Depending on the current leak-
age of the capacitors, which can be high when the
generator has not been used for a while, initial
charging time can vary. In extreme cases, it can
take up to several minutes, but normally it takes
less than 60 seconds. This protects and reconditions the capacitors and will prolong their life expectancy. Once the flash unit has been turned on,
it is possible to turn it off for a few minutes without it beginning to pulse charge again.
26. AUTOMATIC
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
In case of malfunction, charging will be aborted
after 42 seconds. Simultaneously, an audible signal will be activated, sounding repetitive long signals. The signals can be stopped by disconnecting
the power cable.
Pulse charging of the capacitors allows “gentle”
charging after the initial mains connection. The
automatic voltage sensor will eliminate any mistake regarding AC connection.
The safety plug on the flash head prevents arcing.
A thermostat-controlled fan in the generator and
flash head will automatically go on, to cool the
capacitors and other electronic components if
their temperature exceeds allowable limits.
Thermal cut-off of the modelling lamp will occur
if the head is overheated.
The modelling lamps soft start increases their life
expectancy.
27. THE AUDIBLE SIGNAL
A short audible signal indicates that the generator is fully charged. Long, repetitive signals warn
of a malfunction. The signal can be turned off by
releasing the SOUND button on the generator
panel.
26. PROFOTO’S RELIABILITY TEST
The R-Test is the rigorous routine that all Profoto
equipment is subjected to before being released
for production. The
Pro-5
flash unit is required to
produce 720 flashes at full energy continuously
during the course of one hour, the equivalent of
the flashes needed to take
frames each. After the test, we examine the
ment to see that no
20 rolls of film with 36
functional
disorder has
equip-
occured, and that operating temperatures are within the normal limits. The R-Test is your guarantee
that the
Pro-5
can take rigorous treatment with-
out suffering damage.
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29. TECHNICAL DATA
Pro-5/1200
Pro-5/2400 Pro-5/4800
Guide No. at
100
ASA,
in meter/feet:
0,5)
Flash duration (t
with
symmetrical energy distribution:
ONE flash head
TWO flash heads
THREE flash heads
with assymetrical energy distribution:
in
50%
in 25
outlet
% outlet
140/460
1/1000 sec.
201/660
1/650 sec. 1/650 sec.
1/1600 sec. 1/1000 sec.
1/2600 sec.
1/1600 sec. 1/650 sec.
1/1600 sec. 1/1000 sec.
1/2700
sec.
1/1700 sec.
2871940
1/650
sec.
with a power split cable
in the
25%-outlet:
1/4300 sec. 1/2700 sec.
recycling time:
100 V
117 V
220
V
240v
Slow recycling
(220 V)
Size: cm
0.4
-
0.3 - 1.7 sec.0.4 - 3.2 sec. 1.1 - 6.9 sec.
0.2 - 1.3 sec.0.3 - 2.4 sec.
8 sec.
18x27x31 18x27x35 18x27x45
(width/length/hight)
inch
7x11x13 7x11x15 7x11x19
2.5 sec.
0.5 -4.5 sec.
12 sec.
1.3
-
0.8 - 5.1
22 sec.
10.3 sec.
sec.
Weight in
kg/lbs:
Total modelling light max:
per outlet max:
11.5/25
13.5/29
17/36
1500 W 1500 W 1500W
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