Yongnuo YN-622C User Manual

Yongnuo YN-622C User Manual

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The Other YN-622C User Guide
The Other YN-622C User Guide
YONGNUO YN-622C E-TTL FLASH CONTROLLER
AND TRIGGER FOR CANON DSLR CAMERAS
Version 3.21
Clive D Bolton, 28 August 2013
28/08/2013
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  • Page 1 The Other YN-622C User Guide The Other YN-622C User Guide YONGNUO YN-622C E-TTL FLASH CONTROLLER AND TRIGGER FOR CANON DSLR CAMERAS Version 3.21 Clive D Bolton, 28 August 2013 28/08/2013 Page 1 of 23...
  • Page 2 However, kudos to Pixel for pioneering this category of trigger/controller. Now we have the Yongnuo YN-622C which seems to fulfil the promise of a full implementation of Canon flash technologies over a radio link. It seems that Yongnuo has not only achieved this objective, but has added a wide range of triggering and photographer-friendly capabilities.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Remote Flash: A flash connected to a Receiver, by hot-shoe or by cable. On-top flash: A hot-shoe flash mounted on the Transmitter. It has some special features. 622: a convenient abbreviation for a YN-622C Transceiver. 28/08/2013 Page 3 of 23...
  • Page 4: Camera Compatibility

    The only flashes which can be fully controlled by flash menus are ones that have the required communication through the hot-foot. 5. After the release of the YN-622C, Canon released the 5DIII, ST-E3, 1D X and 600EX-RT, which provide a “radio wireless” facility. This added features like mixed firing modes (ETTL/M/Auto), channels 5-15, Wireless IDs and groups D &...
  • Page 5 No HSS Canon No Multi: 220EX, 270EX, 320EX, 380EX, 420EX YN-622C “Class 4” – No E-TTL provided; Flash-set Manual Levels; Sync Only Synchronised up to 1/8000S (Supersync), limited by camera and strobe, otherwise max. 1/250s. • Includes various hot-shoe flashes, including single-contact flashes.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    The Other YN-622C User Guide GETTING STARTED Important • Keep transceivers dry and out of explosive situations. • Turn off power on camera, transceivers and flashes before connecting. • Check that all equipment is installed correctly (fully forward) in the hot-shoe.
  • Page 7: On-Top Flash

    The Other YN-622C User Guide On-Top Flash A flash can be installed on the transmitter on top of the camera. It behaves much like a Remote flash, but there are differences: • Supports E-TTL, Manual levels and Multi (stroboscopic) modes.
  • Page 8: Using A Light Meter

    The Other YN-622C User Guide Using a Light Meter • Set Manual levels (or Multi), either by Flash Control menus or by on-flash settings. • The test fire will be at the level as it is displayed on the LCD of the flash.
  • Page 9: Yn Remote & Mix Modes

    The Other YN-622C User Guide YN REMOTE & MIX MODES The YN-622C can work in either of two modes – Remote or Mix. In Remote mode, the Type A camera’s flash control menus take priority over most on-flash settings. In Mix mode, the on-flash settings take priority.
  • Page 10: More Creative Scenarios

    The Other YN-622C User Guide More Creative Scenarios Augmenting Ambient Indoor event photographers may use flashes high on light-stands and set to bounce light off the ceiling, or to provide hair- or rim-light. An on-top flash provides on-axis fill/main light for subject.
  • Page 11: Canon Flash Control Menus

    The Other YN-622C User Guide CANON FLASH CONTROL MENUS The camera’s flash control menus are the main interface for using the 622s. The menus change interactively as selections are made. The 622 controls or disables some menu items. • For 6D, 5D III, 650D and other new models, select the optical pulse transmission menu.
  • Page 12 The Other YN-622C User Guide Wireless Settings • Wireless Function Enable, Disable • Master flash Enable, Disable. On-top flash will emit preflash and focus-assist, but not exposure flash • Channel 1 to 4 Firing Group, in E-TTL II flash mode •...
  • Page 13 The Other YN-622C User Guide New Quick Flash Control Panel Starting Menu - 6D, 5D III, 650D/T4i Select Camera 2 menu, External Speedlite control item. • Flash Firing Enable or disable the 622 transmitter. • E-TTL II metering Evaluative or Average.
  • Page 14: E-Ttl Mode

    The Other YN-622C User Guide E-TTL MODE Automatic Adjustable Metering Type A cameras Camera menus or buttons • All (global), A:B (ratio), A:B C (ratio + FEC) • FEC +/- 2 stops, with on-flash FEC settings adding to the result.
  • Page 15: Flash Exposure Lock Fel

    The Other YN-622C User Guide Flash Exposure Lock (FEL) Press the camera’s [FEL] or [*] button to start an FEL action. • The camera must be in a creative mode. • Live View mode must be disabled. • Flash mode must be E-TTL.
  • Page 16: Multi Mode (Stroboscopic)

    The Other YN-622C User Guide MULTI (STROBOSCOPIC) MODE Usage is similar to Remote Manual and On-flash Manual. Stroboscopic mode is particularly effective with a highly-reflective subject against a dark background. Consider using a tripod, remote switch and external battery pack.
  • Page 17: Camera Features

    The Other YN-622C User Guide CAMERA FEATURES Ambient-only shot • Turn transmitter off. 622 settings are remembered when powered up again. • Or, use type A camera menu Flash Firing – Disable. High-speed Continuous Shooting • Trigger keeps up with camera. (Tested at 6.5 fps.) •...
  • Page 18: 622 Features

    The Other YN-622C User Guide 622 FEATURES AF-Assist Beam When using Autofocus under low-light, the AF-assist beam can be emitted automatically to make it easier to autofocus. • The 622 acting as Transmitter will emit the beam when required by the camera.
  • Page 19: Using Type B Cameras

    The Other YN-622C User Guide USING TYPE B CAMERAS As there is no flash control menu, some functions will be restricted. • Install a 622 in the camera’s hot-shoe, so that it auto-selects Transmitter mode. • Enable Mix control mode on the transmitter. ([CH SET] for several seconds.) •...
  • Page 20 The Other YN-622C User Guide Supersync Images Supersync images may benefit from the application of the Gradient tool in post-processing. Wireless Mode Setting Keep this setting at Enabled, and disable it only when 2 curtain sync is required. (5D II and IIII, and possibly others, change the sync timing if Wireless is Disabled.)
  • Page 21: Trouble Shooting

    The Other YN-622C User Guide TROUBLE SHOOTING Full-power flash • This can happen if the shutter release is fully pressed before the system has aligned every component. The Fire! command can over-ride any setting up in progress. • On startup or on any major adjustment to remote flashes, press half-shutter and release to force system updating.
  • Page 22: Other Resources

    The Other YN-622C User Guide E-TTL underexposure or overexposure: • Suggest enabling wireless flash function when using E-TTL flash mode, and adjust the position of the flash, use FEC/FEL function, check flash’s effective range. • It may overexpose when E-TTL and manual flash are used at the same time; the manual flash suits being used as a backlight.
  • Page 23: Specifications

    The Other YN-622C User Guide SPECIFICATIONS Standard Pack • 2 x Transceivers, auto-switching between transmitter/controller and receiver/slave • Quick Start Guide • User Manual • Some resellers may offer single or multiple units. Transceiver Dimensions • 90 x 53 x 25mm (39mm incl. hot-foot).

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