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Vello FreeWave Fusion Basic User Manual

Wireless flash/shutter remote trigger system
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    FREEWAVE FUSION BASIC WIRELESS FLASH/SHUTTER REMOTE TRIGGER User Manual...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO The Vello FreeWave Fusion Basic is your exactly the photograph that you want. the camera is mounted on a tripod) while passport to a new world of photography. shooting these types of photos may cause...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Trigger your Camera in Self-Timer (Delay) Precautions ............8 Wirelessly Trigger a Studio Flash ....19 Mode ..............25 Overview ............. 10 Using the FreeWave Fusion Basic as a Specifications ............26 Remote Shutter Release ........21 Compatible Devices .......... 12 Troubleshooting ..........28 Trigger your Camera for Single Shots ...

  • Page 4: Contents

    CONTENTS Transmitter and Receiver Set (FWB-C, FWB-N, and FWB-S2) FWB-C / FWB-N / FWB-S2 • FreeWave Fusion Basic Transmitter • Two AAA alkaline batteries FWB-R / FWB-S2R • FreeWave Fusion Basic Receiver • One 23A 12 V alkaline battery • 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cord •...
  • Page 5 Receiver set (FWB-R and FWB-S2R) Also Included With Canon Also Included With Nikon • FreeWave Fusion Basic Receiver Set (FWB-C) Set (FWB-N) • Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Canon 2.5 mm • Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Nikon 10-Pin • 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cord...

  • Page 6: Key Features

    KEY FEATURES Wireless Hot-Shoe Flash Trigger 16 Channels: Multiple channels allow you by simply swapping out the included System: Trigger a hot-shoe (on- to change your transmitter/receiver connection cable for a different camera-type) flash up to 50 feet away. settings to avoid interference from connection cable (available separately).
  • Page 7 Long-Exposure Photography: Use Compatible: Most hot-shoe lights, studio the FreeWave Fusion Basic with your lights, and cameras are compatible camera’s Bulb setting to make exposures with the FreeWave Fusion Basic . as long as the camera will support, Single Shot & Continuous Shooting without touching the camera, as even the slightest touch may cause blurred photos.

  • Page 8: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS • There are no user-serviceable parts Failure to observe this precaution could certain to align the batteries with the inside the devices. Do not attempt to result in fire or electric shock. correct polarity. disassemble or perform any unauthorized modification.
  • Page 9 • Do not use or leave the devices in • Please read and follow these instructions, • All photos are for illustrative only. conditions of extreme heat, severe cold, and keep this manual in a safe place. or high humidity. •...

  • Page 10: Overview

    OVERVIEW Transmitter Front Back Retractable Confirmation Antenna LED Lamp Sync Port Trigger Button Battery Function Compartment Switch Channel Selector Hot-Shoe Flash Connection...
  • Page 11 Receiver Front Bottom Back Confirmation Camera Shutter LED Lamp Function/ Trigger Port Off Switch Flash Trigger Port Channel Selector Battery Compartment Shoe Locking Wheel with 1/4˝-20 Mount Hot-Shoe Flash Mount...

  • Page 12: Compatible Devices

    COMPATIBLE DEVICES FWB-C, FWB-N, and FWB-R All FreeWave Fusion Basic Models These models of the FreeWave Fusion The FreeWave Fusion Basic does not transmit Basic are compatible with most hot-shoe through-the-lens (TTL) settings; therefore, flashes, studio lights, and cameras. we recommend using a flash that can be controlled manually with this device.

  • Page 13: Before You Begin

    Transmitter and Receiver operate. Each remote controls, you can change the channel of the four switches has two positions. on your FreeWave Fusion Basic Transmitter and Receiver so that their transmitters Note: Make sure that both the Transmitter and don’t trigger your lights, and vice versa.

  • Page 14: Powering Up

    POWERING UP After you’ve set both the Transmitter and On the side of the Receiver is a switch Note: Many modern flashes and cameras have Receiver to the same channel, place the labeled Camera/Off /Flash. To conserve a Sleep mode. You must turn off the Sleep mode correct batteries in the devices.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Mounting the Transmitter The FreeWave Fusion Basic can perform two 1. With your camera and Receiver Off, major functions (with several variations): loosen the Transmitter’s hot-shoe locking A) It can wirelessly trigger a hot-shoe flash ring. or a studio flash or B) it can wirelessly trigger a camera shutter, including single 2.
  • Page 16 Mounting the Receiver Note: For cameras with a PC connection, There are two ways you can you can use the included 2.5 mm to PC sync mount the Receiver: cable to connect to the Transmitter. Mount the Transmitter on a bracket, plug the PC end 1.

  • Page 17: Wirelessly Trigger A Hot-Shoe Flash

    WIRELESSLY TRIGGER A HOT-SHOE FLASH 1. Check to be sure that both the 3. Move the Function Switch on both the Transmitter and Receiver are set to the Receiver and on the Transmitter to same channel. “Flash.” 2. With your hot-shoe flash and Receiver 4.
  • Page 18 Transmitter should fire simultaneously. Note: If the FreeWave Fusion Basic doesn’t trigger your flash or camera on the first attempt, try changing the channel on the Transmitter and the Receiver using the Channel Selectors until you...

  • Page 19: Wirelessly Trigger A Studio Flash

    WIRELESSLY TRIGGER A STUDIO FLASH Using the FreeWave Fusion Basic helps you 1. Check to be sure that both the to eliminate cord clutter when setting up Transmitter and Receiver are set to the studio lights. You can also trigger multiple same channel.
  • Page 20 5. Plug the 3.5 mm side of the cable into the 9. Move the Function Switch on both the studio flash sync jack. Receiver and on the Transmitter to “Flash.” 6. If your studio flash has a 1/4˝ phono jack, use the included 3.5 mm to 1/4˝...

  • Page 21: Using The Freewave Fusion Basic As A Remote Shutter Release

    USING THE FREEWAVE FUSION BASIC AS A REMOTE SHUTTER RELEASE Using the FreeWave Fusion Basic, you can Note: the FreeWave Fusion Basic can also be trigger the shutter on your camera wirelessly. used with other cameras. See the enclosed You can shoot in normal modes (single shot Camera Compatibility Insert.

  • Page 22: Trigger Your Camera For Single Shots

    TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA FOR SINGLE SHOTS 1. Set your camera to single shot mode. 6. Hold the Transmitter in your hand with the antenna extended. 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release cable to the shutter release [ ] port on 7.

  • Page 23: Trigger Your Camera For Continuous Shooting

    TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA FOR CONTINUOUS SHOOTING 1. Set your camera to continuous shooting 4. Set the Function Switch on the Receiver 7. If you hold the button for 1 to 3 seconds, mode. to “Camera.” the camera will stop shooting when you remove your finger from the button.

  • Page 24: Trigger Your Camera In Bulb Mode For A Long Exposure

    TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA IN BULB MODE FOR A LONG EXPOSURE 1. Set the camera to Bulb mode. 6. Half-press the trigger button on the Transmitter to focus the lens on the 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release camera. cable to the shutter release [ ] port on the Receiver and to the camera.

  • Page 25: Trigger Your Camera In Self-Timer (Delay) Mode

    TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA IN SELF-TIMER (DELAY) MODE 1. Set the camera to single shot mode. 5. Set the Transmitter Function Button to Tip: When using the FreeWave Fusion Basic to trip your camera shutter, if the camera 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Receiver Transmitter 3.62 × 1.11 × 1.37˝ 3.25 × 1.50 × 1.38˝ Dimensions (L×H×W) (92 × 25.4 × 34.92 mm) (82.5 × 38.2 × 35 mm) Approximate coiled length 13˝ (33 cm) 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cable Approximate uncoiled length 26˝...
  • Page 27 Receiver Transmitter Power 1 × 23A 12 V alkaline battery 2 × AAA alkaline batteries Battery life (in stand-by mode) 2 years Approximately 300 hours Range Flash trigger up to 50´ (15.24 m) / Shutter trigger up to 150´ (45.7 m) Weight 1.1 oz.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Transmitter and Receiver are • Make sure that the Receiver is powered set identically. Then replace the batteries on and at the correct setting. and proceed. • Check that the shutter release cable and/ • When using the FreeWave Fusion Basic...

  • Page 29: Fcc Compliance

    FCC COMPLIANCE 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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 30: One-Year Limited Warranty

    ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
  • Page 31 For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353. Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group. www.gradusgroup.com VELLO is a registered trademark of the Gradus Group. © 2015 Gradus Group LLC. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 32 www.vellogear.com All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2015 Gradus Group...

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