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Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual
Index
Index .........................................................................................................................
Safety warnings .........................................................................................................
Flash overview ..........................................................................................................
Powering the flash ....................................................................................................
Mounting the flash ....................................................................................................
Turning the flash on ..................................................................................................
Charging indicator .....................................................................................................
Test button ................................................................................................................
Flash Sync Speed .......................................................................................................
Flash Mode Overview ................................................................................................
M mode .....................................................................................................................
TTL mode .................................................................................................................
Multi mode ..............................................................................................................
Overheating protection ...........................................................................................
Zoom .......................................................................................................................
Lock mode ...............................................................................................................
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Summary of Contents for Camtraptions Z Pro
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual Index Index ......................... Safety warnings ......................Flash overview ......................Powering the flash ....................Mounting the flash ....................Turning the flash on ....................Charging indicator ..................... Test button ........................ Flash Sync Speed ....................... Flash Mode Overview .................... -
Page 2: Safety Warnings
DO NOT USE third-party power packs designed to accelerate flash recycle times; these may have the same connector type as Camtraptions cables but they are wired differently and, if used, could result in damage or fire. -
Page 3: Flash Overview
The flash can be powered by four AA batteries or by an external power source. AA batteries must be removed from inside the flash if connecting an external power source. Only Camtraptions-approved external power sources should be used to avoid damaging the flash. -
Page 4: Internal Power
Because the Z Pro Flash is extremely power-efficient in standby, battery capacity should be considered based on the expected number of flashes required between battery changes. For example, if the flash is only being triggered very infrequently on a medium power level, it may be able to last for a year or more on a single set of AA batteries. -
Page 5: External Power
Camtraptions system. A Camtraptions Solar Panel can be connected to the flash to charge Ni-MH AA batteries inside the flash. The solar panel is connected to the flash via a Solar Adapter Cable, available at Camtraptions.com. -
Page 6: Turning The Flash On
Power Switch in order to regain the ability to change the flash settings. Charging indicator By default, the Z Pro Flash has the Charging Indicator light disabled to maximize power efficiency. The Charging Indicator can be re-enabled via custom function 2 (see “Custom functions” section]), but this is not generally desirable for camera trap systems. -
Page 7: Flash Sync Speed
The Z Pro Flash does not support High-Speed Sync (HSS), so it is necessary to check your camera’s sync speed and adjust your shutter speed accordingly to avoid exposure issues. -
Page 8: M Mode
However, it is possible to mitigate this using the periodic top up feature. It is possible to configure the Z Pro to periodically wake itself up in order to top up the charge in the capacitor and keep the brightness consistent if it is likely to remain inactive for long periods of time. - Page 9 In most situations, “24H” is the most appropriate setting to use. Stated battery life figures such as “capable of lasting over a year with a single set of 4xAA alkaline batteries” assume a top-up frequency of 24 hours (“24H”). Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual Page 9...
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Page 10: Ttl Mode
LCD Screen. Decrease buttons to make the power adjustment higher or lower. Press Set to save the value. To cancel the exposure compensation, set the value to “+0”. Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual Page 10... -
Page 11: Multi Mode
The flash has a built-in thermal protection function which is activated if too many high-powered flashes are attempted in a short space of time. When thermal protection is active, the rate of fire is reduced. Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual Page 11... -
Page 12: Zoom
Power Switch in order to regain access to the flash controls for changing the settings. To disable lock mode, make sure the flash is powered on with the LCD Screen active and then hold the Set button for 5 seconds. Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual Page 12... -
Page 13: Wireless Triggering
Wired camera trap setups are capable of high triggering reliability and high power efficiency. In a wired setup, the Z Pro Flash should be triggered via its Stereo Flash Sync Trigger Socket for optimal reliability. The cables used to trigger the Z Pro Flash must be 3.5mm stereo. -
Page 14: Custom Functions
(Charging Indicator) Charging Indicator light disabled Backlight disabled Backlight on for 15 sec from last button Backlight press Backlight always on while flash is active Displays current Firmware version firmware version number Camtraptions Z Pro Camera Trap Flash Manual Page 14... -
Page 15: Articulating Head
90 degrees or right up to 180 degrees (so that it points backwards). The flash head can also be tilted upwards by up to 90 degrees (so that it points straight up). This configuration is necessary for installing the Z Pro Flash inside a Camtraptions Flash Housing. -
Page 16: Legal Notices
Legal notices In no event shall Camtraptions Ltd be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special consequential damages, to property or life, whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of our products. This product should not be treated as household waste, but rather be brought to the appropriate collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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