Profoto’s mains powered compact D1 monoblocs are a favourite amongst many pros. With it’s built-in Air-sync remote control you can control the power settings for numerous heads all from the camera – particularly handy when the head is up high on a stand or boom. They also feature a built-in standard reflector and of course all of Profoto’s 120+ light shapers and accessories are compatible.

Included items:

1x D1 500WS Head

1x mains power lead

1x AirRemote

1x Manfrotto 004 Master Stand

1x b-up sync lead

Profoto attache carry case

Specifications:

Power Rating: 500Ws adjustable in 1 stop or 1/10th stop increments over 7 f-stops with a minimum of 7.8Ws

Mains power lead: 5M

Reflector included: Yes – standard reflector built-in

Recycling time: 0.2 – 0.95 sec

Flash-ready signal: Yes –switchable audible and ready lamp

Auto power dumping: Yes

Flash duration: 1/2,600 sec (max power), 1/1,000 sec (min power) – based on the t0.5 standard

Modelling Lamp: 300W 

Radio Sync: Yes – integrated into head with 300m range using the Profoto AirRemote (supplied). There are 8 channels and 6 groups so easily isolated from other units being used in same area. Can also be synced by sync chord (supplied as b/up)

Photocell/IR slave: Yes – can be switched off

Sync cord: Yes – 3.5mm mini-phono jack (back-up Sync cord supplied with kit)

Accessories available: Compatible with all of Profoto’s light shapers and also supports the zoom function. Softboxes require the standard Profoto speed ring.

Fan cooled: Yes

Weight: 1 head only: 2.44Kg