This Bowens Gemini 400 2-Light Umbrella Kit (230VAC) is a good foundation for a small studio lighting set-up. Included in the kit are 2 each: Gemini 400Ws flash heads, umbrella reflectors, 36" silver/white umbrellas, light stands, flash tubes, 250W modeling lamps and power cords. Also included is a carrying case as well as a sync cord.
The lightweight, compact, 400Ws Gemini monolight has a powerful 250W proportional modeling light, fast 2.5 second recycling time and full Bowens system compatibility. The solid metal construction backed with intuitive controls and ergonomic features like recessed switches and sockets and a built-in handle make the Gemini 400 a pleasure to use. Bowens has also ensured the safety of your sensitive digital equipment by keeping sync voltage to a harmless 5V. Supplied for use with 230VAC.
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | Each head: 400 |
| Guide Number | Each head: 249' (76 m) @ ISO 100, with reflector |
| Recycle Time | 1.2 sec @ full power |
| Flash Duration | 1/1000 @ full power |
| Sync Voltage | 5V |
| Flash Variability | 5 stops: stepless (25-400 W/S) |
| User Replaceable Flashtube | Yes (BW2032, BW2030) |
| Changeable Reflector | Yes |
| Modeling Light Wattage | 250W Halostar |
| Voltage Stabilization | Yes ±1% |
| Flash Ready Indicator | LED, audible |
| Operating Voltage | 230VAC |
| Built-in Slave Cell | Yes, optical |
| Circuit Protection | 5A Fuse |
| Fan Cooled | No |
| Auto Dump | Yes |
| Dimensions | 6.5 x 12.25 x 5.2" (16.5 x 31 x 13.2 cm |
| Weight | 5.7 lbs (2.6 kg |