Bowens RC3 Operating Instructions

Changing the IR Channel
Number Remotely
This function is only available on the Esprit DX and the
Esprit 750PRO.
The channel number of any Esprit DX or 750PRO can be
changed remotely providing the REMOTE function is
switched ON. Use this facility with care as remote control
of individual units may be lost, requiring the channel
number to be set manually. It should be remembered that
if more than one unit(s) is set to the same channel number
as the RC3 or if the RC3 is set to ALL, then all units within
range will be simultaneously altered.
To change the IR channel number remotely set the RC3
to the channel number of the Esprit DX or 750PRO you
want to change. Press the remote control function button
until Channel 'X' is displayed (X being the channel you
wish to you use), then use the MASTER + or MASTER -
buttons to change the channel number. If no further
adjustments are attempted within 4 seconds then the
display will revert to the default 'FLASH' mode. The new
channel number will now be selected.
Other Functions
The RC3 also allows the user to reset either the Esprit DX
or 750PRO to their default settings. To do this the RC3
must be set to the correct IR channel. Point the RC3 at
the unit to be reset and press and release the SELECT
button. Then within 2 seconds, press the POWER
(RESET) button. All of the units functions will be reset to
the conditions stated. See table below:
FUNCTION STATE AFTER RESET
Cell Off
Off
Bracketing
Off
Sound
Flash Power Min
Power 750
Lamp Independent Min
Int / Cont. Off
Lamp Off
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Pulsar / Litelink Remote Trigger

Radio Transmitter
The RC3 will also act as a Pulsar or Litelink Radio
Transmitter to enable remote triggering of one or more
flash units or a camera equipped with a Pulsar or Litelink
receiver. The camera or other flash trigger source such
as a light meter should be connected to the RC3 via the
jack socket using the supplied sync cord. If the RC3 is
being used with a Litelink then the RC3 must always be
set to Studio 'F'.

Radio Trigger Restrictions

Due to the way radio signals are transmitted, moving a
few centimetres in any direction can affect the signal. If
difficulty occurs in a signal being transmitted / received
try experimenting with the positioning of the units and the
RC3.
Radio systems are far less directional than IR and can
work reliably with a number of units that are spaced far
apart but well within range. At greater distances or where
there are walls in between, or metal objects close by then
the operation / signal may not be as reliable.
Using Channel & Studio Settings
(Assumes all Pulsars / Litelinks are in range and switched
to 'Receive').
The Studio setting can be used to isolate users /
equipment within a single or separate studios. It can also
be used to set up a number of completely different
lighting options within a single set-up by changing the
studio select switch.
An RC3 with the channel set to 'ALL' will trigger any
Pulsar regardless of its channel setting providing the
studio setting is the same as the RC3.
An RC3 set to a specific channel will only trigger a Pulsar
set to the same channel or 'ALL', providing the studio
setting is the same as the RC3.
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Summary of IR Remote Control
Channel Operation
The following summary assumes that 'REMOTE' on all
compatible units has been switched 'ON' and that they
are all within range of the RC3.
IR Remote Control Description of Operation
Controls ALL units that
1, 2, 3, 4
are within range and set
to the same channel as the
RC3 or set to ALL/0.
Controls ALL units within
ALL
range of RC3 regardless
of channel number.

Specifications

Part Code BW-7805
Recommended High quality, 1.5V,
Batteries Single Use,
(Non-rechargeable)
(x2)
Alkaline, Size AA/R6
12 - 24 Months
Expected Battery Life
(Average Life)
Typical IR 10m
Control Range
10m
Typical Radio
Control Range
Dimensions Length - 175mm
Width - 65mm
Height - 30mm
Weight 100g
Due to our policy of constant product improvement Bowens Int Ltd reserves the
right to change equipment specification at anytime and without notice.

RC3 REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS

BWL-0435/1 (07/07)
BOWENS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
355 Old Road
Clacton on Sea
Essex CO15 3RH UK
Tel: +44 (0)1255 422807
Fax: +44 (0)1255 436342
www.bowens.co.uk