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Section3 Strobe Lighting - Monolights Introduction . 104 Bowens . 105-108 Broncolor . .109-114 Dyna-Lite . .115-116 Elinchrom . 117-128 SourceBook Hensel . .129-131 Interfit . .132-133 Multiblitz . .134-136 Lighting Norman . .136-141 Novatron . .142-145 Photogenic . .146-156 Profoto . .157-162 SP Studio Systems . .163-166 Speedotron . .167-169 Visatec . .170-173 The rofessional Photo, Video, Cine & Theatrical Photo, Video, P for STROBE LIGHTING INTRODUCTION TO MONOLIGHTS Choosing Monolights • They are fully system com- Monolights are self-contained patible, accepting an entire electronic flash systems; they range of accessories and light are more versatile and more modifiers. powerful than the flash on • Monolights are an economi- your camera but utilize the cal way to enter the world of same technology and are rec- professional lighting. ommended for sports, fashion and other special lighting Considerations applications if you’re looking When choosing your mono- for truly professional results. light system compare the fol- Since moonlights are com- lowing features to make sure it pletely self-contained systems, will meet your creative needs they are quite portable and for years to come. very suitable for location work. You will not have to 1. Power – Monolights are worry about cables all over available with many power your set. options ranging up to 1500- A monolight includes a direct Watt seconds. They feature connection to an electrical variable power control cov- outlet on one end, a flash tube ering a number of stops, and modeling lamp on the and also offer proportional other, and all the power con- modeling lamps level con- version and lighting control in trol. Make sure controls are between. easy to see and operate. The electronic flash tube sur- 2. Synchronization – Look for rounds an incandescent “mod- eling light”. The modeling built-in slave cells with light is used to judge lighting switching options. effects and ratios prior to the 3. Light modification – Check actual exposure. the flexibility of the system, i.e. number of interchange- Selecting a good full-featured able reflectors, umbrellas, monolight system allows a stands etc. great deal of lighting control 4. Maintenance – Determine in a very flexible and conve- ease of replacing flash tubes, nient package. fuses, modeling lamps, cords, cables etc. Monolight Benefits 5. Safety & Quality – Check • Monolights feature multiple for recognized safety f-stop output adjustment approvals, manufacturers controls and variable model- warranty and how product ing light settings. will be serviced if necessary. • Most monolights have built- 6. Starting Kits - A good way in slave sensors so that when to start your system is by one fires, they all fire in per- purchasing a complete kit fect sync. consisting of 2 or 3 lights • Monolights are self-con- with stands, reflectors, tained units covering the umbrellas and case. This needs of most photographic way you’ll be up and run- applications. ning in no time at all. 104 PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO BOWENS STROBE LIGHTING ESPRIT DIGITAL DX SERIES MONOLIGHTS ESPRIT DIGITAL DX SERIES ESPRIT DIGITAL DX250 ESPRIT DIGITAL DX500 ESPRIT DIGITAL DX1000 The Esprit Digital DX Series was designed and engineered for the pho- tographer who needs an increased level of lighting precision. Whether it’s the fine power-output adjust- Perfect for small studios, location The 500Ws monobloc has been The 1000DX is the heavyweight of ments for a crucial trans- work or for portraits, the Digital Bowen’s most popular size for the range - in performance. This DX250 is capable of delivering decades. The evolution of the unit is capable of delivering con- parency shot or the plenty of light for the portrait 500DX brings a level of control siderable amounts of power with refined repeatability that photographer. It also has the and precision to what has always precision and control. Two f- is so important with advantage of an extended power been the best selling product. stops brighter than the 250DX, it range for the highest level of cre- Whether you need power for com- is still capable of just 28Ws, a gen- today’s digital imaging ative control; at minimum power mercial applications or the finesse tle giant indeed! The 1000DX is tools, the Digital DX the Digital DX250 is capable of of 1/10 f-stop accuracy for com- perfect where high light output delivering just 7Ws of power. As plete control, the 500DX is the and hard work are the order of Series offers top perfor- well as being a perfect portrait perfect lighting solution. The DX the day. Fan cooled, the 1000DX mance and exceptional light, the controllability of the range benefits of power accuracy, can deliver shot after shot, keep- value for the money. unit makes it a great hair light or repeatability and full IR remote- ing up with the most demanding background light. Although com- control capability are all found on studio environments. With pact and lightweight, the 250DX the 500DX. It also boasts good resilient circuitry and robust FEATURES is designed with a strong steel flash duration and excellent recy- design, this will be a classic work- ■ Precision light-output adjust- casing to resist the rigors of stu- cling needs. No larger than the horse flash unit for years to come. ments to an accuracy of 1/10 dio life. The advanced circuitry 250DX and weighing only a frac- The 1000DX is fitted with a three f-stop. delivers fast recycling times (1.2s) tion more, the 500DX is the per- electrode flash tube giving ■ Power-control range of six f- and a very fast flash duration fect complement to any studio and impressive performance and flash stops from full to 1/32. (1/1100s). In short the 250 DX is the foundation of a first class light- duration at full is just 1/1700s. ■ Full Infra Red remote-control an exceptional flash unit that will ing system - whatever your photo- The unit can also recycle to full capabilities. prove invaluable in many studios. graphic specialization. power in just over two seconds. ■ Firing at 100% recharge for complete accuracy. SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS ■ User -replaceable flash tubes. ■ Key functions controlled by Watts: 250 Watts: 500 Watts: 1000 membrane covered buttons Guide # ISO 100: 197´ (60m) Guide # ISO 100: 269´ (82m) Guide # ISO 100: 394´ (120m) on a side mounted panel. Recycle Time: 1.2 sec. Recycle Time: 1.4 sec. Recycle Time: 2.3 sec. ■ Built-in, switchable slave cell. ■ Flash Duration t0.5: Flash Duration t0.5: Flash Duration t0.5: Three position modeling lamp 1/100 sec. 1/700 sec. 1/1500 sec. settings: off, on at 100% brightness, or in proportion to Flash Variator Range: Flash Variator Range: Flash Variator Range: the flash power selected. Full to 1/32 Full to 1/32 Full to 1/32 Stepless Power Variation: Stepless Power Variation: Stepless Power Variation: RC-1 Infrared 1/10 f-stops 1/10 f-stops 1/10 f-stops Remote Control (BW7520) Flash Inhibit Circuit: Yes Flash Inhibit Circuit: Yes Flash Inhibit Circuit: Yes Dedicated to both the Bowens DX Ready Light Indication: Ready Light Indication: Ready Light Indication: and Digital 750 Pro Monoblocs, At 100% charge At 100% charge At 100% charge the RC-1 can remotely operate all principal functions from distances Switchable Slave Cell: Switchable Slave Cell: Switchable Slave Cell: up to 33´ (10m). This handy Built-in Built-in Built-in device offers eight channel opera- Weight: 6.6 lbs. (3kg) Weight: 7 lbs. (3.2kg) Weight: 9.7 lbs. (4.4kg) tion as well as power output Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.9 x 15.3˝ Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.9 x 15.3˝ Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.9 x 17.7˝ up/down, photo cell on/off, (170x125x390mm) (170x125x390mm) (170x125x450mm) capacitor switching, bracketing, modeling lamp functions, ESPRIT DIGITAL DX250 ESPRIT DIGITAL DX500 ESPRIT DIGITAL DX1000 test/open flash, sounder on/off and function selector. Esprit Digital DX250 (BW2150) Esprit Digital DX500 (BW2155) Esprit Digital DX1000 (BW2160) Item # BORC1..................194.50 Item # BOED250DX ........659.95 Item # BOED500DX ........789.95 Item #BOED1000DX.....1009.95 ORDER & INFORMATION (212) 444-6641 • FAX: (212) 239-7770 (800) 947-7008 1-800-947-9941 • www.bhphotovideo.com 105 PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO STROBE LIGHTING BOWENS MONOLIGHTS ESPRIT 2 SERIES ESPRIT 2 MONOLIGHT SYSTEM The Esprit 2 is the latest incarnation of the best-selling Bowens’ monolights. For over 30 years, Bowens has earned its representation as one of the worlds most respected manufacturers of professional lighting equipment. This new generation reflects many refinements, making the Esprit 2 better, faster and more compact than ever before. See for yourself why Bowens monoblocs are used by professional image makers throughout the world. ESPRIT 2 250 ESPRIT 2 500 ESPRIT 2 1000 ESPRIT 2 1500 The perfect portrait light, the This popular unit offers enough With a power-to-weight ratio This powerful unit is really three Esprit 2 250 will give between f/8 power for the larger portrait good for location photogra- exceptional units in one. A selec- and f/11 with a white umbrella studio as well as the smaller phers, the Esprit 2 1000 is also tor switch allows the Esprit 2 or softbox, which is ideal for commercial studio. The Esprit 2 suitable for commercial/indus- 1500 to be set to 500, 1000 or portrait work. This monolight 500 features variable power over trial photography, as well as the 1500ws of total power. With its offers fast flash duration (1/1600 a six f/stop range, from full to larger portrait studios that pho- adjustable power from full to sec.) and rapid recycling. Flash 1/32. Other convenient features tograph big family groups.