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OPERATION 

 

StudioMax III All Models

 

Flashing Rate: 

The unit recharges quickly, as indicated by the READY light on the control 
panel.  A quick series of flashes can be obtained within the limits of the 
recharge time.  Continuous rapid flashing, however, can overheat and 
damage the flashtube and internal parts.  The maximum recommended rate 
of flashing depends upon the power level being used and the amount of 
operation time.  Use the following chart to serve as a guide for the 
maximum rate to use in your situation. 

 

Power Level 

 

Operating Time 

 

Sec. Between 

Flashes

Number of 

Flashes

Full

 

Continuous

 

15 Continuous 

 

30 minutes 

 

10 180 

 

1 minutes 

 

4 15 

 

 

 

 

1/4

 

Continuous

 

10 Continuous 

 

30 minutes

 

6 300 

 

3 minutes

 

4 45 

 

 

 

 

1/32  

1.5 Continuous 

 

Exposure Information: 

The following charts give the BCPS output for various umbrellas and reflectors.  
Coverage angle is given in degrees.  Divide numbers in half for 160 watt-second 
units. 

Umbrella 32 

inch 45 inch 

60 inch 

Coverage  

120 degree 

120 degree 

120 degree 

Full 

Power 

1658 1683 1683 

1/2 

829 841 841 

1/4 

414 421 421 

1/8 

207 210 210 

1/16 

104 105 105 

 

Reflectors None  7 

½”  14”  16” 

20”  24” 

Coverage 

360

°

 35

°

 40

°

 60

°

 65

°

 145

°

 

Full 703 

7534 

5274 

7032 

4922 

1266 

1/2 

352  3767 

2637 3516 2461 633 

1.4 

176  1884 

1318 1758 1230 316 

1/8 88 

942 

659 

879 

615 

158 

1/16 

44  471 

330 439 308 79 

1/32 

22  235 

165 220 154 39 

GN@ 
ASA 100

 

33

 

110 92

 

105 89

 

45

 

Summary of Contents for AKC160

Page 1: ...Daylight Corrected Constant Color StudioMax III Operator s Manual Studio Max III AKC320 Studio Max III AKC320B Studio Max III AKC160 Studio Max III AKC160B...

Page 2: ...cessories include all Photogenic Quick Change reflectors and their attachments gels grids etc and soft boxes INTRODUCTION The StudioMax III s are self contained light units and power supplies They hav...

Page 3: ...reater rating and has a ground 4 Do not insert a screwdriver or other metal objects into the flashtube socket area or vents Contact with high voltage may result 5 Do not operate this appliance with a...

Page 4: ...contacts during operation Do not touch the glass tubes with bare hands as normal body oils will shorten the bulb s life Always use a clean cloth or wear gloves to protect your hand from glass breakag...

Page 5: ...quick change attachments CONTROL PANEL AND BASIC OPERATION Power Input The power required to operate the StudioMax III is 105 to 125 volts AC 50 60 Hz 4 Amp and or for a B battery model an approved D...

Page 6: ...modeling light If using a battery model B with a battery pack turn ON the AKC unit before turning the battery pack power ON Flash Power All settings and controls of the StudioMax III are extremely sta...

Page 7: ...a daisy chain connection of all SYNC jacks It is best to connect the fill light directly to the camera since it will be positioned furthest back in the studio and will usually provide sufficient illu...

Page 8: ...or over 320 flashes and the ADC320B for over 160 flashes at FULL power QUICK CHANGE ACCESSORIES Reflectors PL3R Shallow Background reflector PL3RV Background veil cutout reflector PL5AR 5 Deep Conical...

Page 9: ...shes Full Continuous 15 Continuous 30 minutes 10 180 1 minutes 4 15 1 4 Continuous 10 Continuous 30 minutes 6 300 3 minutes 4 45 1 32 1 5 Continuous Exposure Information The following charts give the...

Page 10: ...g Light Power 100 Watt 120 VAC ESR Modeling Light Control ON or OFF Triggering Built in Photoslave Push to Test button Synchronization Jack Main Supply 105 125 VAC 50 60 Hz 3 amp Consumption 1 amps id...

Page 11: ...g Light Power 100 Watt 120 VAC S3629 Modeling Light Control ON or OFF Triggering Built in Photoslave Push to Test button Synchronization Jack Main Supply 105 125 VAC 50 60 Hz 3 amp Consumption 1 amps...

Page 12: ...over all power levels Both are necessary to provide the perfect exposure we all strive for The light produced by the new AKC s is consistent constant Every time you set a desired power level you will...

Page 13: ...der low light conditions you may have to extend your exposure times to a point of significant speed loss With black and white films the effect of this speed loss is partially offset by wide exposure l...

Page 14: ...FF for four hours to discharge the main capacitors Never place your fingers or any metal objects into the flash or modeling sockets Contact with high voltage may result Limited StudioMax III Warranty...

Page 15: ...b Bright light falling on photoslave c Poor connection in line cord d Reverse connection on trigger cord connection at camera e Some radio slaves will cause interference Consult slave manufacturer Tri...

Page 16: ...16 Photogenic Professional Lighting 1268 Humbracht Circle Bartlett Illinois 60103 1631 USA Phone 630 830 2500 Fax 630 830 2525 Manual 016338 00 Revision 01 6 2005...

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