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- Page 1 PSL-C / PSL-N / PSL-R PowerSlave Transmitter / Receiver INSTRUCTIONS...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting the Transmitter to the Camera ���������������������������������������������������������������13 Mounting the Receiver on a Light Stand �������������������������������������������������������������������14 Mounting the Receiver to a Studio Flash ������������������������������������������������������������������15 Mounting the receiver to the Impact Quickbox ���������������������������������������������������������16 Wirelessly Triggering Your Hot-Shoe Flash ���������������������������������������������������������������18 Wirelessly Triggering Your Studio Flash ��������������������������������������������������������������������19 Wake-Up Feature ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������19... -
Page 3: Introduction
This product is especially useful for those who want to trigger their flash inside an Impact Quikbox or other softboxes using a radio signal, eliminating the need for line-of-sight wireless connections. -
Page 4: Key Features
Key Features • Sixteen user-selectable channels: Multiple channels allow you to change your transmitter/receiver settings to avoid interference from other wireless remotes� • Flash wake up: Allows the user to wake a flash device after it has entered sleep mode by half pressing the shutter release button� •... -
Page 5: Precautions
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the devices. Do not attempt to disassemble or perform any unauthorized modification. • Do not operate the Impact PowerSlave units in the presence of flammable gas or vapors. • Do not handle with wet hands or immerse in or expose to water or rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. -
Page 6: Overview
Overview PowerSlave Transmitter 1� Indicator/Confirmation Light 5� Channel Selector Switches 2� Test Button/Shutter Release 6� Battery Compartment 3� Hot Shoe 7� Hot-Shoe Mount 4� On/Off Switch 8� 2�5 mm Input Port... - Page 7 Overview (Continued) PowerSlave Receiver 1� Indicator/Confirmation Light 5� Cold Shoe 6� Battery Compartment 2� On/Off Switch 3� Channel Selector Switches 7� 1/4”-20 Light-stand Mount 8� 2�5 mm Output Port 4� Hot Shoe...
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Page 8: Contents Include
Contents Include PSL-C / PSL-N 1� Dedicated transmitter specific for 5� 2�5 mm to 3�5 mm sync cable Canon or Nikon hot-shoe mount 6� Elastic light stand cold-shoe 2� Receiver with 1/4”-20 light stand mount socket and universal shoe mount 7�... - Page 9 Contents Include (Continued) PSL-R 1� Receiver with 1/4”-20 stand 4� Elastic light stand cold-shoe mount socket 5� 2 × AAA batteries 2� 2�5 mm to 1/4” monoplug sync cable 3� 2�5 mm to 3�5 mm sync cable...
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Page 10: Compatible Devices
Compatible Devices We recommend that you use a fully manual-controlled flash with this device. Since the PowerSlave does not transmit TTL settings, the power output must be set manually. The PowerSlave is compatible with most cameras, flash units, and studio lights. However, for flash wake-up functionality, the camera, flash, and PowerSlave transmitter must be compatible. -
Page 11: Battery Installation
Battery Installation Before You Begin The Impact PowerSlave system transmitter requires one 23A 12-volt alkaline battery (included). The receiver requires two AAA batteries (included). To install the batteries: Turn all devices off. Loosen the shoe locking wheel, and remove the battery compartment door from the back of the unit. -
Page 12: Led Indicator Lights
LED Indicator Lights The PowerSlave transmitter and receiver each contain an LED indicator light. The lights display their device status slightly differently. Transmitter: • Power on: one green flash • Auto-focus: green while trigger button half-pressed • Trigger: red while trigger button fully pressed Receiver: •... -
Page 13: Connecting The Transmitter To The Camera
Connecting the Transmitter to the Camera Connecting to a Hot Shoe Turn off all devices. Slide the transmitter’s hot-shoe foot into your camera’s hot shoe. Turn the locking wheel to secure the transmitter to the camera. Connecting to a camera bracket (wired) Turn off all devices. -
Page 14: Mounting The Receiver On A Light Stand
Mounting the Receiver on a Light Stand The receiver has a 1/4”-20 threaded socket for secure mounting to compatible light stands. Turn the device over a compatible threaded light stand stud until tight. NOTE: An umbrella bracket with an adjustable flash shoe is available separately. -
Page 15: Mounting The Receiver To A Studio Flash
Mounting the Receiver to a Studio Flash To a Studio Flash Use the adjustable elastic light stand cold-shoe mount to secure the receiver to a studio flash or stand. The receiver fits into its cold-shoe mount. Using the included 2.5 mm to 1/4” monoplug sync cable, or the 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cable, connect the receiver to the studio flash. -
Page 16: Mounting The Receiver To The Impact Quickbox
Mounting the receiver to the Impact Quickbox The following instructions are for mounting the PowerSlave receiver to the Quickbox. For more information about Impact’s Quickbox and the Speed Ring Flash Bracket, refer to the user manuals included with those products. - Page 17 Mounting the receiver to the Impact Quickbox (Continued) Note: Depending on the height of the receiver and/or flash head, the three disc-shaped washers located under the cold shoe are removable to create an optimal fit for the receiver and flash assembly.
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Page 18: Wirelessly Triggering Your Hot-Shoe Flash
Wirelessly Triggering Your Hot-Shoe Flash With the device turned off, connect the transmitter to the camera (see setup instructions in “Connecting the Transmitter to the Camera” on pg. 13). With the hot-shoe flash turned off, connect the flash to the receiver. Tighten the flash’s locking lever to secure the devices. -
Page 19: Wirelessly Triggering Your Studio Flash
Wake-Up Feature Some devices will enter sleep mode after a period of inactivity. If the flash has a wake-up function, the Impact PowerSlave system has an easy-to-use function that wakes up the flash after it has entered sleep mode. -
Page 20: Using As A Camera Trigger
Using as a Camera Trigger Triggering Your Camera with a Wireless or Wired Connection Connecting the receiver to the camera Slide the receiver’s cold-shoe foot into the camera’s hot shoe. Tighten the locking ring to secure the devices. Connect the devices with the appropriate 2.5 mm to camera shutter release cable (not included). - Page 21 Using as a Camera Trigger (Continued) Continuous-Shot Mode: Turn off all devices. Connect the receiver to the camera using the hot shoe or with the appropriate shutter release cable (see “Mounting the Receiver on a Light Stand” on pg. 14). Wireless mode: Synchronize the channels on the transmitter and receiver.
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Page 22: Specifications
Using as a Camera Trigger Wireless mode: Synchronize the channels on the transmitter and receiver. Turn on the transmitter, receiver, and camera. Set the camera to Bulb mode. Half-press the Test/Shutter Release button on the transmitter to auto- focus the camera. The camera and lens must be set to auto-focus for this function to work. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting • Make sure that all devices are set to the same channel. • If your first choice of channel doesn’t work due to interference, try different channels until you find one that works. • Make sure that all cables are installed correctly. •... - Page 24 One-Year Limited Warranty This IMPACT 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.
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