Digital, Radio-Sync POWERLIGHT! Operator’s Manual PowerLight! PLR300DR PowerLight! PLR1250DR PowerLight! PLR2500DR PowerLight! PLRX1250DR PowerLight! PLRX2500DR & Remote Control Accessories 1
OPERATOR MANUAL FOR MONOLIGHTS PowerLight! PLR300DR PowerLight! PLR1250DR PowerLight! PLR2500DR PowerLight! PLRX1250DR PowerLight! PLRX2500DR OPERATOR MANUAL FOR ACCESSORIES PLCPTR-2 Computer Control System. PLDIR-2 Side display & IR receiver. PLIRC-1 Hand held remote control. Thank you for selecting the Photogenic Professional PowerLight Digital, Radio-Sync series.
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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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.
CONTROL PANEL AND BASIC OPERATION: tm 1 2 1 10 tm Power Input: The power required to operate the PowerLight PLR300DR, PLR1250DR or PLR2500DR is 105 to 125 volts AC, 60 Hz, 10 Amp. The power cord has a 125V, 10 Amp. rating. The PowerLight Export models (PLRX1250DR and PLRX2500DR) are rated 230 volts AC, 50 Hz, 10 Amp and have a 230V power cord with a German/European plug. Replacement cords or extension cords rated for less amperage may overheat and should not be used with PowerLights.
Flash Power: When the power is turned on the red ws 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 PLR300DR, PLR500DR (PLRX500DR) and PLR2500DR (PLRX2500DR) PowerLights are fully charged when the READY lamp is on. Lowest power (3.
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-sync PLR units can be triggered with the PocketWizard! PLUS transmitter.
OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS PowerLight Radio-Sync PLR500DR & PLRX1250DR 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.
SPECIFICATIONS PLR300DR, PLR1250DR & PLRX1250DR General: Flash Power PLR/X1250DR.................16 to 500 watt-sec., 6 f-stops Flash Power PLR300DR.......................4 to 125 watt-sec., 6 f-stops Flash Duration PLR/X1250DR.............1/1300 second at Full 1/640 second at 1/32 Recycling time.......................................0.5 to 1.5 seconds Power Control........................................Full to 1/32 range. (6 f-stops) 0.1 f-stop resolution. Digital Display Accessory Modeling Light Power ..
OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS PLR2500DR & PLRX2500DR 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.
SPECIFICATIONS PLR2500DR & PLRX2500DR General: Flash Power ..........................................32 to 1000 watt-sec., 6 f-stops Flash Duration ......................................1/770 second at Full 1/345 second at 1/32 Recycling time.......................................0.8 to 3 seconds Power Control........................................Full to 1/32 range. (6 f-stops) 0.1 f-stop resolution. Digital Display Accessory Modeling Light Power ..........................
ADVANCED POWERLIGHT FEATURES. PLR300DR, PLR1250DR, PLRX1250DR, PLR2500DR and PLRX2500DR Automatic Dump Flash This feature will automatically flash the unit when the FLASH setting is lowered; otherwise, the internally stored power is discharged through a resistor, before the unit is READY. Flash Dump is faster. This feature can be turned on or off, by the user. Turn FLASH DUMP on: Turn PowerLight AC power off. With unit power off, press and hold the FULL ON/OFF button.
1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 5 tm PLDIR-2 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 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.
PLCPTR-2 Studio 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.
AG47 3” & 5” snoot kit with diffuser and mounting frame. Snoots also available separately. AG47-GS Fine & coarse grids with diffuser and mounting frame. Grids also available separately PL06-CW Counter weight for PowerLights. Used with soft boxes, umbrellas and large reflectors. PL06-HA Tilting handle for PowerLights. Makes an adjustment easier for light direction. UMBRELLAS: EC32BC EC45BC EC60BC EC32S EC45S EC60S 32” White satin flat panel inner umbrella with black blocking outer umbrella.
General Trouble Shooting COMMON PROBLEMS AND CAUSES Unit does not charge. Probable causes: 1. Fuse blown. (Unplug and discharge the unit-Replace fuse.) 2. No line power to unit. (Check line cord and outlet.) 3. Unit is on, but will not charge. (Safety thermal detector activated by heavy use, beyond specified Flashing Rates on page 9.) 4. Unit completely off, but is connected to power and is turned on. (Safety thermal switch activated by internal discharge.
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. SERVICE The photographer should not attempt to make 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.
Limited PowerLight! 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 will 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.
Photogenic Professional Lighting 1268 Humbracht Circle, Bartlett, Illinois 60103 www.Photogenicpro.com Telephone: 630-830-2500 Fax: 630-830-2525 MANUAL PART NO.
