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Photogenic PL1250DRT 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (Top Mounted)

BH #PHPL1250 • MFR #915987
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Photogenic PL1250DRT 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (Top Mounted)
Key Features
  • 6 Stop Power Range
  • 120V
  • Fast Recycling: 1.5 Sec. @ Full Power
  • 250W Proportional Modeling Light
The Photogenic PL1250DRT 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (Top Mounted) offers speed, power and control, a wide choice of accessories and intuitive operation backed by impressive specs at a very reasonable price. This top mounted version positions the 5/8" stand mount on the top of the unit for hanging from a ceiling pipe or overhead system.

What good is a light if it keeps you in the dark? The 500W/s keeps you fully informed of your power levels via its large highly readable digital display. Power settings are adjustable in 1/10 or ½ stop increments across 6 stops. The bright 250W modeling light can be set to Proportional to let you previsualize your final shot when using multiple lights. Other settings include Full On, OFF and manual control of the modeling light output.

The PL1250DRT recycles to full power in a lightning-fast 1.5 seconds with short flash durations that help you stop every gesture, an attribute which is extremely valuable when working with kinetic subjects like dancers or athletes.

Convenience features include a test button, optical slave and integral handle. The PL1250DRT comes with a 7.5" reflector and is compatible with a wide range of optional accessories including grids, snoots, parabolic reflectors, softboxes and umbrellas.

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Photogenic PL1250DRT Overview

The Photogenic PL1250DRT 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (Top Mounted) offers speed, power and control, a wide choice of accessories and intuitive operation backed by impressive specs at a very reasonable price. This top mounted version positions the 5/8" stand mount on the top of the unit for hanging from a ceiling pipe or overhead system.

What good is a light if it keeps you in the dark? The 500W/s keeps you fully informed of your power levels via its large highly readable digital display. Power settings are adjustable in 1/10 or ½ stop increments across 6 stops. The bright 250W modeling light can be set to Proportional to let you previsualize your final shot when using multiple lights. Other settings include Full On, OFF and manual control of the modeling light output.

The PL1250DRT recycles to full power in a lightning-fast 1.5 seconds with short flash durations that help you stop every gesture, an attribute which is extremely valuable when working with kinetic subjects like dancers or athletes.

Convenience features include a test button, optical slave and integral handle. The PL1250DRT comes with a 7.5" reflector and is compatible with a wide range of optional accessories including grids, snoots, parabolic reflectors, softboxes and umbrellas.

Six F-Stop Power Range
Power settings Power levels are displayed in easy-to-read LED digits allowing settings from 16W/s to 500W/s in 1/10 or 1/2 stop increments
Fast Recycling
The PL1250DRT recycles to full power in only 1.5 seconds to catch even the most fleeting gesturers
Modeling Light
The PL1250DRT's bright 250W quartz modeling lamp offers independent power control that is adjustable from full to 1/32 power in 1/10 or 1/2 stop increments. Settings include Proportional, to previsualize lighting effects, Manual adjustment or Full On or Off
Top Mounting
This version of the PowerLight PL1250DR is made to hang from an overhead support system or from a suspended ceiling pipe like those seen in the theater. For this reason, the 5/8" (16 mm) female stand mount is located on the top of the fixture and the name is PL1250DRT
Low Trigger Voltage
Digital cameras can be used with Photogenic PowerLights without fear of damage to the camera's electronics
Built-In Slave
This version of the PL1250DRT has a built-in, highly sensitive, switchable optical slave for synchronization with other flashes
User Replaceable Flashtube
No tools are required to replace this "plug & play" flashtube
Ready Indication
Dims the modeling light while charging the capacitors. When the capacitors are at 100%, the modeling lamp re-lights
Auto Dump Function
When reducing the power output, excess flash power in the capacitors is released before exposure to insure consistent performance
Fan Cooled
A low noise, high performance fan keeps the flash head's electronics cool while lengthening the flash tube's and the modeling light's lives
Safety Features
The PL1250DRT incorporates surge protection to handle power spikes and internal thermal protection which monitors heat generated during intense use
System Compatibility
The PL1250DRT is compatible with all Photogenic Quick-Change light shaping accessories
UPC: 689670176903

Photogenic PL1250DRT Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
1x Monolight
Includes Flash Tube
Yes
Included Light Modifier
1x Reflector
Included Storage Case
No
Power Range
16 to 500 Ws
Power Control
6-Stop Range in 1/10-Stop Increments
Recycle Time
0.5 to 1.5 Sec
TTL Metering
No
Modeling Light
1x 250 W Tungsten Bulb Included
Wireless Remote Control Type
Optical Receiver Built-In
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/4" Phono Female Flash Sync Input
1x IEC Female Power Input (105 to 125 VAC, 60 Hz)
Fixture Mounting
1x 5/8" Receiver
Weight
5.5 lb / 2.5 kg
Light Fixture
Item Type
1x Monolight
Includes Flash Tube
Yes
Included Light Modifier
1x Reflector
Included Storage Case
No
Power Range
16 to 500 Ws
Power Control
6-Stop Range in 1/10-Stop Increments
Guide Number
110' / 33.5 m at 10' / 3 m, ISO 100
365' / 111.3 m at 10' / 3 m, ISO 100 (with Reflector)
Recycle Time
0.5 to 1.5 Sec
Color Temperature
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Flash Ready Indicator
Visual
TTL Metering
No
Cooling System
Fan
Umbrella Mount
Yes
Front Accessory Mount
Photogenic
Replaceable Flash Tube
Yes (User Replaceable)
Modeling Light
Modeling Light
1x 250 W Tungsten Bulb Included
Socket Type
BA15d
Control Modes
Full On, Off, Proportional
On/Off Switch
Yes
Connectivity
Wireless Remote Control Type
Optical Receiver Built-In
Mobile App Compatible
No
Flash Duration
1/1300 to 1/640 Sec
Sync Voltage
5 V
Power & I/O
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/4" Phono Female Flash Sync Input
1x IEC Female Power Input (105 to 125 VAC, 60 Hz)
Input Power
105 to 125 VAC, 60 Hz
Included Adapter / Cable
1x USA Type-A/B to IEC Male Cable
1x PC Male to 1/4" Phono Male Cable (15' / 4.6 m)
Current
10 A (Operating)
15 A (Charging)
0.2 A (Idle)
Auto Dump
Yes
Circuit Protection
Fuse
Fuse
16 A
Mounting
Fixture Mounting
1x 5/8" Receiver
General
Display
No
Dimensions
6.8 x 4.5 x 4.5" / 17 x 11 x 11 cm
Weight
5.5 lb / 2.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
9.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.3 x 11.6 x 10.4"

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