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Bowens XMT Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 XMT Location Flash User Guide Bowens.co.uk...
  • Page 2 In order to obtain the full benefit from your purchase, please take a few moments to familiarise yourself with this user manual. For more information about Bowens products and to find details of your nearest Bowens dealer, please visit the website.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Electrical safety ........Precautions .

  • Page 4: Electrical Safety

    • Always study and understand this user guide and accompanying safety instructions before using this unit. • Make sure that the Bowens Instruction and Safety Instructions always accompany this unit. • Bowens products are intended for professional photographic use only and should not be used for any other purpose.

  • Page 5: Fcc Information

    FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 6: Xmt

    Display Battery Level Indicators On / Off Battery Removal Grip Flash Mode / User Menu Battery Level Check Open / Test Flash Support Mount Channel Rotary Control Dial Umbrella Holder Sync Mode / High-Speed Sync Stand Mount Group / Channel Angle Adjustment Latch Modelling Lamp Stand Mount Thumbscrew...

  • Page 7: Xmt - Display

    XMT - Display Sync Mode Radio Group Modelling Output Battery Level Radio Channel Flash Duration Flash Power Flash Mode High-Speed Sync Photocell Sync Beep Sync Delay...

  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide The following is a quickstart guide to the individual controls, display and functions. REAR PANEL CONTROLS: PUSH BUTTONS: Primary (Top) Functions: - Toggles power to the unit on and off. MODE - Selects flash mode (Flash, Strobe or TTL). TEST - Open / test flash.

  • Page 9: Stand Mounting

    Quick Start Guide Stand Mounting Pull the Angle Adjustment Latch away from the unit to unlock the Stand Mount. Remove the Stand Mount from the storage channel. Place the XMT500 on top of a suitable support stand. Secure the XMT500 in place by turning the Stand Mount Thumbscrew. Adjust the XMT500 to the desired angle and close the Angle Adjustment Latch to lock in place.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Battery

    Battery Charging • Before first use ensure the battery is fully charged. • For optimum performance the battery should be fully charged before use. • If the battery has not been used for 2-3 months ensure it is fully charged before using.

  • Page 11: 2.4Ghz Radio Sync

    Sync Options Wireless Sync: 2.4GHz Radio Sync The XMT500 has a built-in 2.4GHz radio receiver to enable full control over the flash via a XMTR Radio Transmitter. To set up and use a XMTR 2.4GHz radio transmitter: Press the SYNC button until the radio symbol is displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 12: Photocell

    Sync Options Photocell The XMT500 features a built-in light sensitive photocell for flash synchronisation. The XMT500 Photocell can be set to fire on the first or second flash detected. To set up and use the Photocell to trigger the XMT500: First select either S1 (1st flash) or S2 (2nd flash) Photocell option within the Advanced Menu.

  • Page 13: Flash

    Flash Modes Flash Modes The XMT has three different flash modes including Flash, Strobe, and TTL. To select one of the three flash modes press the MODE button on the rear panel of the XMT. Flash To set up and use Flash mode: Press the MODE button on the rear panel until FLS is displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 14: Ttl

    Flash Modes and Modelling Maximum Flashes in Strobe mode: Flash 12-14 15-19 10-50 60-100 Output 1/16 1/32 1/64 1/128 1/256 In TTL mode the camera determines the flash output by metering light levels through the lens. To enter TTL mode press the MODE button until TTL is displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 15: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu Advanced Menu The advanced menu allows users to custom set functions on the Mono XT: To access the advanced menu and functions: Press and hold the MENU button to access the advanced menu system. Turn the rotary encoder to highlight the required function. Press the rotary encoder to access the required function options.

  • Page 16: Overheat Prevention

    ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION SOLUTION Recycling error. Restart the unit. If problem persists send to Bowens for servicing. Excessive heat. Allow the unit to rest for at least 10 minutes. Flashtube error. Restart the unit. If problem persists send to Bowens for servicing.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications XMT500 SPECIFICATIONS Part Code: BW5400 Flashtube: BW3003 Modelling Lamp: 10W LED Rated Energy: 500Ws Energy Range: 9-stops (full - 1/256 | 500Ws - 2Ws) Power Control: -stop adjustment Flash Duration (shortest): 1/10,309 sec. Guide Number: 87 (100 ISO) Flash Modes: Flash, Strobe, and TTL.
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  • Page 20 Bowens International Ltd. Gilberd Court, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9WN, UNITED KINGDOM. email: info@bowens.co.uk tel: +44(0)1206 832650 Bowens.co.uk BWL0840 XMT User Guide...

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