Westcott FJ-X2m User Manual

Westcott FJ-X2m User Manual

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FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger
User Manual 
 
V1.0000 
10/22/2019 
 
 
 
 

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  • Page 1     FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger User Manual    V1.0000  10/22/2019         ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents   Introduction 3  FJ-X2m Universal Wireless Trigger (Included components) 3  FJ-X2m Universal Wireless Trigger with Sony Adapter (Included components) 3  FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger: Overview 4  FJ-X2m: Warnings 6  FJ-X2m: Firmware Updates 6  FJ-X2m: Getting Started 7  Charging the FJ-X2m 7 ...
  • Page 3 Menu Selection Button Options: Screen 2 12  Mobile Applications (iOS & Android) 13  Initial Setup 13  Turn ON Bluetooth® on the FJ-X2m 13  Connecting the FJ-X2m to a Mobile Device 13  Warranty Information 14  Legal Information 15       ...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    9-stop output range. When paired with the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio  trigger, you can say, “Goodbye,” to the need for multiple brand-specific triggers. The FJ400 and FJ-X2m  have you covered with its multi-brand compatibility. This versatile unit offers everything required by ...
  • Page 5: Fj-X2M Wireless Trigger: Overview

    FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger: Overview  Get the most out of your FJ400 Strobe by pairing it with the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger. The FJ400  may work with your existing triggers, however, to achieve optimal performance of the strobe we strongly  suggest using the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger. Both units operate at 2.4Ghz ensuring communication ...
  • Page 6 FJ-X2m: LCD Display     FJ-X2m: Settings Menu   5 ...
  • Page 7: Fj-X2M: Warnings

    ● The operating temperature range is 32-104°F (0-40°C).  FJ-X2m: Firmware Updates  The FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger is designed with a USB-C port to allow for firmware updates and charging  ONLY. Future firmware updates may result in performance enhancements along with modified menu ...
  • Page 8: Fj-X2M: Getting Started

    ● Depending on the operating system and the applications running, copying the firmware from your  computer to the FJ-X2m may take a few minutes and/or halt the copying process. Should this  happen, close the copy progress window and try again. Further copying issues may require the ...
  • Page 9: Fj-X2M: Powering, Testing & Locking The Fj-X2M

    Each camera manufacturer chooses a different approach to how their cameras interact with off-camera  lights. A few adjustments to your camera settings are required for the FJ-X2m and FJ400 to properly  perform with your camera. Below are a few settings to check out first. We recommend referring your ...
  • Page 10: Fj-X2M: Controls, Functions & Syncing

      Group Controls The FJ-X2m allows control of 6 groups [A-F] of strobes via the trigger interface, while the FJ-X2m mobile  app allows control of 10 groups [A-J]. 20 strobes can be assigned to a single group. There are three ...
  • Page 11: Change Channels [Ch]

    Change Channels [CH]  Ensure the icon above the middle Menu Selection Button reads [CH]. If not, press the ​ P OWER |  ​ MENU b utton once.  2. Press the middle ​ M enu Selection Button​ once to highlight the Channel Icon white.  3.
  • Page 12: Sync-X Mode

    SYNC-X Mode  The FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger also has a single-pin mode that allows the basic triggering of  non-compatible camera models with the FJ-X2m.    NOTE ​ : Normal Sync Speed is determined by the camera manufacturer and subject to change based ...
  • Page 13: Menu Selection Button Options: Screen 2

    ○ Press the corresponding selection button for [Camera] repeatedly until the preferred  camera manufacturer is displayed in the top left corner of the screen:  ■ Canon  ■ Nikon  ■ Sony (requires Sony adapter)  ■ Fujifilm  ■ RT (Canon)  ■ Olympus  ■...
  • Page 14: Mobile Applications (Ios & Android)

    Mobile Applications (iOS & Android)  The settings of the FJ400 can be adjusted through a mobile app via the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger.  The app will also allow for different scenes to be created and saved to minimize the same setup in the ...
  • Page 15: Warranty Information

    5. Open the app on the mobile device.  6. The app will present a screen titled, “Choose Device,” where you will select the FJ-X2m from the  list of available devices.  7. The default screen will show two boxes; Studio 1 and the “+” symbol. ...
  • Page 16: Legal Information

    : F.J. Westcott Co, 1425-B Holland Rd. Maumee, OH 43537  Legal Information  Westcott products are made to the company’s traditionally high standards of quality and comply with all  applicable government safety regulations and requirements. In an effort to provide the best quality ...

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