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“welcome to the Next Generation...”
The worlds most trusted and used portable flash system just got better. 2009 sees the introduction of two
new ranges to the Gemini series; the first in line is the Gemini ‘R’ range which includes a 250Ws and a
500Ws model.
inTRoducTion- The Gemini 250R and TRiGGeRinG - Another major addition
500R are similar to the previous, to the Gemini R and PRO series is new ‘plug-in’
original Gemini monolight with the the introduction of an optional ‘plug-
extra bonus of many new, additional in’ radio trigger module. There are
features. The Gemini R range still modules available for three different
radio trigger
boasts its unique position in the brand triggering systems currently
marketplace by continuing with its on the market; one for Bowens own
module
ability to be powered from both Pulsar radio trigger system, a
mains (AC) power for studio based Calumet Litelink module and even a
work, or from one of Bowens many PocketWizard radio trigger module
battery (DC) options, like the award- (a 344Mhz and a 433Mhz version of
winning Travelpak system. the PocketWizard module
are available for different
conTRol - One of the most notable frequency triggers).
changes to the new Gemini series is
the power control system. The twin- Thanks to this new,
dial controls are a world-first, and unique triggering
only available on Bowens Gemini ‘R’ system, it means
and ‘PRO’ units. The twin-dial unrealiable sync
system offers photographers simple, cords are a
yet precise power adjustments, in thing of the
either full 1-stop adjustments (left- past; and bulky
hand dial) or for more refined radio receivers
adjustments the power can be no longer need
controlled in
1
⁄
th
10 -stop increments to be strapped
(right-hand dial). to the side of
your flash head
For the ultimate in freedom and ease either. Because
of use, the Gemini ‘R’ and ‘PRO’ the radio module
range can be controlled via Infra-Red is plugged into the
remote control; like the Bowens RC3 main body it becomes an
remote. The RC3 remote allows integral part of the unit and
control over many of the Gemini’s will be much more reliable than an
features, for instance: flash power external trigger, as we all know they
control, modelling lamp mode, can only ever really be as good as
modelling output, ready indications, the sync cord that is connecting the
photocell and much more. flash unit to the receiver.
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