R & Pro R & Pro Owner’s Handbook BWL0510/3 | Gemini R and Pro 12/2010
warranty Warranty 2 CE Mark 2 Safety Notes 3 Operation Controls 4 Set-up 5 Flash Power Control 6 Ready Indications 7 Modelling Control Photocell 8 8 Triggering Options 9 Changing the Flash Tube 10 Error Indications 11 Trouble Shooting 11 Accessories Travelpak battery system 12 All Bowens electrical products are covered by a two year warranty against any faulty design, materials and workmanship.
gemini r and pro controls E I J L M N O P Q R S T V W X Operating your Gemini R or Pro The Bowens Gemini R and Pro monolights can be operated fromeither an AC (mains) supply or from a Bowens Travelpak battery. For AC (mains) operation, the AC switch (page 4) should be in the upper position. For DC (battery) operation, the switch should be in the lower position. Mounting your Gemini R or Pro User Set-Up Options Mount your monolight on a dependable support system.
set-up and operation Mains / Battery Voltage Supply Flash Power Control Infra-Red Remote Control Power Adjustments The Gemini R range is a single / fixed voltage unit (117V or 230V) and will only operate from a fixed mains (AC) supply (either 117V or 230V); or via one of Bowens battery systems. The flash power is set using two rotary dials (fig.
operation active, press the ‘Master + / -’ button on the remote control to adjust the output. Relative - REL LED lit continuously. User - USR LED lit continuously. When setting the modelling lamp output the 7-segment LED display on the side of the unit (page 4) will show the current or desired output level. User set - USR LED flashes. Max - MAX LED lit continuously.
trouble shooting Changing the Modelling Lamp Transporting Units Error Indications Switch off the Gemini and disconnect from the power supply. If the unit has been in use, allow a sufficient amount of time for the lamp to cool. Unscrew the modelling lamp from the lamp housing and replace wit hthe correct lamp type. When transporting any Bowens units, ensure that all equipment is carefully packed into appropriate bags and/or hard shell cases.
accessories accessories Travelpak Battery System. Battery Performance: The Gemini Classic is great in the studio, but what if you need to work on location? Typical Flashes (Recycle Time) Also available for the Travelpak Glass Domes Universal Mains Charger. Small Battery: Ws 1 Head Large Battery: 2 Heads 1 Head 2 Heads 250 300 (2.5 sec) 150 (5 sec) 600 (2.5 sec) 300 (5 sec) 500 150 (5 sec) 300 (5 sec) 75 (10 sec) 150 (10 sec) BW7693 - Small Travelpak kit.
14 - Gemini R and Pro | Accessories & Specifications 65º Maxilite Reflector This is a good general-purpose direct reflector with an even coverage and a high light output. Since it has a small 20cm (8”) diameter, the light it produces is moderately high in contrast.