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The D1 500W/s Monolight is a significant refinement of the ComPact monolight series from the company which having become synonymous with professional strobe lighting, is now celebrating its 40th anniversary.
No stone has been left unturned in the provision of tech and convenience features that seem to derive from professional photographers' wish lists. The sleek matte-black, high-impact polycarbonate finish encases strobe design that goes beyond the highly visible LED readout and is digital from the ground up. The 7 stop power range breaks down to 1/10 stop increments providing flexibility, precision and consistency, made possible by dual mode SMPS capacitor charging.
A new built-in 77 degree reflector (5.12" diameter) maximizes case space and is ideal for umbrella and softbox use. Features that we've come to expect from Profoto over the years: short flash duration, rapid recycling, a bright 300W modeling lamp and heavy-duty cabling are all on-board.
Modeling lamp operation is user-selectable: On/Off/Proportional and Free (manual). There is also a selectable flash confirmation (dimming) feature in addition to an audible, fully-recycled tone. The D1 is compatible with the full line of widely-acclaimed Profoto light-shaping tools. Finally, the self-sensing multi-voltage circuitry allows you to take the D1 anywhere in the world.
- High-visibility LED readout with 7 stop range in precise 1/10th stop increments
- Rapid recycling (0.2 - 0.95 sec @ 120V, 0.2 - 0.95 sec. @ 230V) insures that fleeting gestures and defining moments are caught, not lost
- The 300W modeling lamp meets the challenge posed by a high ambient light level on set provides easy pre-visualization of the final shot
- Trigger your D1 via the included sync cord or built in photocell slave
- Lightweight design with durable polycarbonate shell and built-in 77 degree umbrella reflector
- Self-sensing multi-voltage capability allows you to take the renowned Profoto quality of light anywhere in the world
- Super-short flash duration (1/1,000 - 1/2,600 Sec. t0.5) provides crisp, action-stopping images, and is especially valuable for dance, sports and other highly kinetic subjects
- Connect the D1 to the optional Profoto Air USB for PC and Mac for full control of your entire studio flash system via wireless communication
- Highly consistent shot-to-shot performance within a +/- 0.05 stop range via dual-mode SMPS capacitor technology
- Safety features include auto-diagnostic start-up circuitry, DDP (Deep Discharge Protection), pulse-charging capacitor circuitry temperature control and overload protection
- Fully compatible with the extensive line of renowned Profoto light shaping tools
Note:D1 Air models require use of a Profoto Air remote or Profoto Air Sync for triggering of the strobe from the camera
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | 500 +/- 0.05 stop |
| Guide Number | 301' (92 m) @ 6.56' (2.0 m), ISO 100 |
| Flash Variability | 7 Stops in 1/10 stop increments 7.8 to 500W/s |
| Flash Duration | 1/1,000 - 1/2,600 Sec. (t0.5) |
| Recycle Time |
Minimum 0.02 sec, Maximum 0.95 sec @ 120V Minimum 0.2 sec, Maximum 0.95 sec @ 230V |
| Color Temperature | 5,600K +/- 30K |
| Operating Voltage | 100-240V, 50/60Hz, Self-sensing |
| User Replaceable Flashtube | Yes |
| Changeable Reflector | Built-in 77°, also uses full line light shapers |
| Modeling Light |
300W Control: Proportional, Off, Free (user selectable) |
| Voltage Stabilization | Yes |
| Fuse |
100-120VAC: 10A, T10AH 5x20 200-240VAC: 6A, T10AH 5x20 |
| Flash Ready Indicator | Beep Tone and Ready Light |
| Triggering | Sync cord, photocell slave |
| Flash Ready Indicator | Beep, Dim, Beep-Dim, Off |
| Sync Voltage | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Circuit Protection | Adaptive thermal control |
| Fan Cooled | Yes |
| Auto Dump | Yes |
| Dimensions |
11.8" length x 5.12" diameter (6.69" incl. stand adapter) 300 x 130 mm (170 mm incl. stand adapter) |
| Weight | 5.36 lbs (2.43 kg) |