Westcott FJ200 Strobe User Manual
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FJ200 Strobe
User Manual 
 
V1.0.2 
12/21/2020 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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  • Page 1     FJ200 Strobe User Manual    V1.0.2  12/21/2020                                         ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Canon Continuous Mode 4  Flashes Per Charge 4  FJ200 Strobe: Body Overview 5  FJ200 Strobe: Control Panel Overview 5  FJ200 Strobe: LCD Display & Menus 6  FJ200 Strobe: Warnings 7  FJ200 Strobe: Firmware Updates 8  Installing the Firmware 8  FJ200 Strobe: Getting Started 9 ...
  • Page 3   Enabling ‘Freeze Sync’ 13  Freeze Sync Flash Durations 14  FJ200 Strobe: Advanced Functions 14  Continuous Capture 14  FJ200: Settings Menu 14  Navigating the Settings Menu 14  Settings Options 15  FJ200 Battery: Performance and Care 15  FJ200 Battery Performance 15 ...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    One last thing and this is the important one. Don’t forget that Westcott HQ is based in Maumee, OH and  our team’s available to answer your questions, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm ET. We also have a community ...
  • Page 5: Components (Included)

    ±3 TTL Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) on the FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger or FJ80 Universal  Speedlight is independent of the Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) on the FJ200 Strobe. Meaning, a  change of the FEC ±3 on the FJ-X2m or FJ80 will adjust the light output in TTL mode, however, the ...
  • Page 6: Fj200 Strobe: Body Overview

      FJ200 Strobe: Body Overview      FJ200 Strobe: Control Panel Overview      5 ...
  • Page 7: Fj200 Strobe: Lcd Display & Menus

      FJ200 Strobe: LCD Display & Menus              6 ...
  • Page 8: Fj200 Strobe: Warnings

    FJ200 strobe temperatures will increase. Please use caution while using to avoid serious  burns or injuries.  ● Use only with the Westcott FJ200 Lithium Polymer Battery and/or AC Power Adapter and Cord.   ● Do not touch the flash tube, LED modeling lamp, metal reflector, metal snoot, and other metal ...
  • Page 9: Fj200 Strobe: Firmware Updates

      FJ200 Strobe: Firmware Updates  The FJ200 strobe is designed with a USB-C port to allow for firmware updates only (no charging). Future  firmware updates could result in performance enhancements, modified menu options and menu layouts.  It is strongly suggested that you visit ​...
  • Page 10: Fj200 Strobe: Getting Started

      FJ200 Strobe: Getting Started  Charging the FJ200 Lithium Polymer Battery  Ensure the FJ200 is ​ O FF​ by long-pressing the ​ P ower | Test​ button until the LCD screen turns off.   2. Remove the battery from the FJ200 by sliding the release towards the rear of the FJ200 while ...
  • Page 11: Fj200 Strobe: Mounting

      Ensure the FJ200 strobe is ​ O FF​ .   2. Remove the battery from FJ200.  3. Insert the 2-pin power cord in the FJ200 AC Adapter.  4. Align the metal contacts on the bottom of the AC Adapter to the pins inside the battery ...
  • Page 12: Removing The Fj200 Metal Reflector & Modifiers

    ● Octagonal and larger umbrella shafts greater than 8mm will not fit into the FJ200 umbrella  receptacle.  FJ200 Strobe: FJ Wireless Communication  Fully maximize the performance and features of the FJ200 by using the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger  or FJ80 Universal Speedlight for dedicated wireless communication.  ...
  • Page 13: Fj200 Strobe: Exposure Modes

    Exposure Compensation (FEC) of the strobe between -3.0 and +3.0 ( ±0.1 adjustments).  NOTE:​ ​ T he Flash Exposure Compensation selected on the FJ200 strobe screen is independent of the  Flash Exposure Compensation controlled by the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger or FJ80 Universal ...
  • Page 14: Enabling 'Normal' Sync

        NOTE: Utilize HSS (see below) when choosing to use shutter speeds above your camera's maximum  normal sync speed (typically: 1/200s, 1/250s, or 1/320s ).    Enabling ‘HSS (High-speed Sync)’   Ideal for mixing a substantial amount of available light and flash when proper exposure with a shallow  depth of field/wide aperture requires a flash sync speed above the camera’s maximum normal sync ...
  • Page 15: Freeze Sync Flash Durations

    ○ Normal: 1/260~1/2600s  ○ Freeze: 1/260~1/7000s  ● Flash Duration (t0.5)  ○ Normal: 1/800~1/8000s  ○ Freeze: 1/800~1/20000s  FJ200 Strobe: Advanced Functions  Continuous Capture  The FJ200’s incredibly fast recycling times allow for rapid burst up to 20fps (frames per second).     NOTE:  ...
  • Page 16: Settings Options

      5. Enable the settings option by quickly pressing the center ​ C ontrol Dial ​ o r by pressing the ​ R eturn |  Model ​ b utton once.  6. Repeat steps 2-5 to make further adjustments or press the ​ R eturn | Model ​...
  • Page 17: Fj200 Strobe: Technical Specifications

      FJ200 Strobe: Technical Specifications  FJ200: Strobe      Maximum Power (Ws) 200 Ws      Energy Range (Power Output) 9 f-stop (.8Ws to 200 Ws)   Flash Duration (t0.1) Normal: 1/260~1/2600s    Freeze: 1/260~1/7000s   Flash Duration (t0.5) Normal: 1/800~1/8000s ...
  • Page 18   Power Source  FJ200 Battery; Optional AC Adapter (sold separately)  Battery Type  Lithium Polymer  Battery Capacity    36Wh, 2500mAh   Voltage  14.4V  Charge Voltage  16.8V  Continuous Discharge Current  10A Max  Charge Current  ≤ 1.3A Max  Charge Temperature  50° to 113° F / 10° to 45° C  Discharge Temperature ...
  • Page 19: Warranty Information

    Warranty Period, at its option and to the extent permitted  by law, Westcott will either (1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts,  or (2) exchange the product with a product that is new or which has been manufactured from new or ...
  • Page 20: 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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