Bowens EQUIPE HEAD Operating Instrctions

Brand: Bowens

Model: EQUIPE HEAD

Type: Operating Instrctions

EQUIPE HEAD

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Covers Models

BW-2850

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Figure 1 Rear Control Panel / Mounting Bracket

Key To Figure 1

1. Modelling Lamp

On/Off Switch

2. Socket for Cable

Plug

3. Green Location

Mark for Alignment

of Plug with

Socket

4. Modelling Lamp

Fuse

5. Locking Handle

6. Umbrella Mounting

Hole

7. Knurled Fixing

Knob for Umbrella

8. Mounting Bracket

Figure 2 Cover Glass / ‘S’ Adapter Fixings

Key To Figure 2

1. Protective Cover

Glass

2. Retaining Clips for

Protective Cover

Glass

3. Fixing screws for

‘S’ Adapter

(Optional

Accessory)

Important

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Safety Notes - Please Read Before Operating Head

Please read and follow these basic safety instructions:

z READ and UNDERSTAND the instructions and specifications.

z ONLY connect to an Equipe 1200 or 2400 Pack using the specified Flash Head

cables.

z NEVER replace the fuse with that of a different type or rating. See Specification

for correct value/type of fuse.

z ALWAYS avoid placing Flash Head cables where they can be tripped over.

z NEVER place heavy objects on top of the Flash Head cables and avoid running

them over sharp or hot objects.

z NEVER use the equipment with damaged cables. Have them replaced as soon as

possible. NEVER attempt to repair them yourself.

z NEVER use the Flash Heads or Pack in an environment where moisture, water

vapour or inflammable liquids, vapour or materials may come into contact with the

Pack or Flash Heads. The flash output as well as the modelling lamps can cause

ignition of or damage to materials that may come into direct or close contact with

the Flash Heads.

z ALWAYS keep ALL vents in the Heads and Pack clear of obstructions at all times.

z ONLY switch the Pack ‘ON’ AFTER THE FLASH HEAD(s) has/have been

connected.

z ALWAYS ensure that the flash cable locking rings at the Heads and Pack are fully

locked before use.

z ALWAYS remove the Flash Head cover before using.

z ALWAYS turn OFF the Pack, disconnect from the supply, unplug the Flash Head /

Heads and allow them to cool before:

a). Replacing the modelling lamp in Flash Head.

b). Replacing the flash tube in Flash Head.

c). Replacing the fuse in Flash Head or Pack.

d). Attaching or removing any accessories- i.e. ‘S’ Adapter, cover

glass, reflectors, etc.

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General Features

The Equipe Head in conjunction with the Equipe 1200 & Equipe 2400 Packs have

been designed to produce the most compact, versatile and easy to use flash source

available today. The Equipe Head features include:

z Integral reflector.

z Up to 300 Watt maximum modelling power per Head.

z Built in cooling fan.

z Modelling lamp on/off switch fitted on rear moulding of the Flash Head allowing the

modelling lamp of individual Heads to be switched off without affecting other

Heads connected to the same pack.

z Special Adapter available to allow fitting of the standard ‘S’ series reflectors and

accessories as used on all the Bowens Prolites, Esprit, and Traveller Plus,

Universal and ‘S’ type Quad Flash Heads.

z UV Coated Protective Cover Glass to provide UV filtering and protection against

lamp failure.

z Optional Cover Glass Kit available including clear glass and frosted glass to

provide a diffused effect.

Operation

z Mount the Head on the selected support system. If an umbrella is to be used the

umbrella shaft should be inserted through the umbrella mounting hole and locked

in position with the knurled fixing knob (Fig. 1).

z The angle of the Flash Head may be set by using the locking handle

(Fig. 1). Support the Flash Head before releasing the handle.

z To fit a Flash Head to a Pack, first ensure the Pack is switched off and

disconnected from the supply. Fit the Flash Head cable to the head by aligning

the GREEN dots, inserting the cable plug into the Head socket and rotating the

locking ring clockwise until it locks in place. Fit the other end of the Flash Head

cable to the Pack by aligning the WHITE dots, inserting the plug into the chosen

socket and rotating the connector locking ring clockwise until it locks in place.

z Switch the Pack ‘ON’ and test the operation of the Flash Head, modelling lamp

and flash.

Fitting / Replacing Modelling Lamps

z ALWAYS switch ‘OFF’ the Pack and remove the connector to isolate the Head

before replacing the modelling lamp.

z If the modelling lamp is not lit but the Head switch is on and the pack controls

have no effect then:-

• Check the operation of other Heads connected to the same Pack. If these do

not work and the Pack appears to be working then check/change the Pack

modelling fuse after checking the Heads for faults or broken lamps.

• Check that the fan is running. If not then check/change the Pack modelling

fuse.

• If the fan is running then check/change the modelling lamp. As the fuse may

blow when a modelling lamp fails, always check/change the modelling fuse in

the Head if the replacement lamp does not work.

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z Ensure that the Head has cooled sufficiently before removing the old modelling

lamp from the holder.

z Ensure a replacement modelling lamp of the same voltage as the supply (230 V) is

used.

z Do not touch the replacement modelling lamp with fingers: use clean, impervious

cloth or paper, or the new lamp packaging materials.

z Insert the lamp into the holder positioned in the centre of the reflector.

z Discard the old modelling lamp safely using the packaging from the new lamp.

Circuit Protection

z Circuit protection for the modelling lamp is provided by means of a 20 mm fuse

mounted on the rear of the Head. The fuse is rated at 5 Amp and should never be

replaced with a fuse of a different type or rating.

Flash Tube Replacement

z A user replaceable flash tube assembly is available - Part No. BW-1873.

NOTE: Flash tubes are very delicate. Handle the assembly carefully and do not

bend the mounting legs close to the glass.

z ALWAYS switch ‘OFF’ the Pack and remove the connector to isolate the Head

before replacing the flash tube.

z The flash tube assembly can become very hot in use. Always allow time to cool

before handling.

z Unwind the twisted trigger wire from the flash tube support.

z Carefully pull the flash tube assembly away from the Flash Head.

z To replace the flash tube, insert the two brass sockets through the two large off-

centre holes in the reflector and locate onto the plugs within the Flash Head body.

z Press down evenly until both plugs are fully engaged. Wrap the trigger wire

around the flash tube support, ensuring that the wire does not touch the reflector.

z Discard the old flash tube safely using the packaging from the new tube.

Fitting / Replacing Cover Glass

z ALWAYS switch ‘OFF’ the Pack and remove the connector to isolate the Head

before fitting or replacing the protective cover glass.

z The cover glass can become very hot in use. Always allow time to cool before

handling.

z To fit the cover glass (Fig. 2), carefully slide it into two of the retaining clips in the

reflector. Pull the third clip outwards and clip into place over the glass to retain it

in place. Centralise the glass disc in the reflector.

z To remove the cover glass, carefully pull one of the retaining clips away from the

glass, lift the glass over the remaining clips and slide out.

Flash Power Selection/Indication

z By using the four Flash Head sockets and associated controls provided on the

1200 / 2400 Packs, many asymmetric and symmetric combinations of flash power

are available from one Flash Head through to four Flash Heads.

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z A study of the Quick Reference Tables in the Pack Instruction Manual will explain

the possible combinations of MAXIMUM power available from the 1200 & 2400

Packs to the individual Flash Heads.

Equipe Head Specification

MAXIMUM LOADING 2400 Ws

FLASH TUBE ASSEMBLY User replaceable assembly

Standard Clear (uncoated) BW-1873

FLASH DURATION

Full power into 1 Head

Full power into 4 Heads

Minimum power into 1 Head

Minimum power into 4 Heads

2400 Pack

1/340 seconds

1/960 seconds

1/1070 seconds

1/1660 seconds

1200 Pack

1/570 seconds

1/1450 seconds

1/1700 seconds

1/2250 seconds

GUIDE NUMBER

(ISO 100)

2400 Pack (full power)

104 m

1200 Pack (full power)

72 m

CABLE LENGTH 5 m

MODELLING LAMP 300 W Maximum

230 V

FUSE 5 Amp

DIMENSIONS Length

Diameter

8.2 inch

3.5 inch

20.8 cm

9.1 cm

WEIGHT 1.8 lb - 0.8 kg

Due to our policy of constant product improvement Bowens International Limited reserve

the right to change equipment specifications without notice.

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Accessories

z A Special Adapter is available to allow fitting of the standard ‘S’ series reflectors

and accessories as used on all the Bowens Prolites, Esprit, and Traveller Plus,

Universal and ‘S’ type Quad Flash Heads.

z A Cover Glass Kit is available including coated glass to provide UV filtering,

frosted glass to provide a diffused effect and also clear glass.

Accessory Stock Code

‘S’ Type Adapter

(Allows fitting of standard ‘S’ series reflectors and

accessories)

BW-1870

Cover Glass Kit BW-1871

Replacement Flash Tube Assembly BW-1873

5 m Flash Head Cable (Standard) BW-1874

5 m Flash Head Cable (Silicon Rubber) BW-1875

10 m Flash Head Cable BW-1876

z A number of accessories to fit this Pack and Flash Head system are available and

include a full range of Stands, Umbrellas, Reflectors and Register Wafers etc.

For details of all related products please contact your local distributor.

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EQUIPE HEAD INSTRUCTIONS BWL-0232/1 24-9-96

BOWENS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

355 OLD ROAD

CLACTON-ON-SEA

ESSEX CO15 3RH

ENGLAND

Tel: +44(0)1255 422807

Fax: +44(0)1255 436342

Bowens EQUIPE HEAD Operating Instrctions

Bowens EQUIPE HEAD Operating Instrctions

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