OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS model FW7Q, FW8R Digital Receivers model FW9T Digital Transmitter Digital Wireless TTL Flash and Camera Trigger DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN THE USA Patent Pending...
Instructions, Hook and Loop mounting pads (cables and batteries not required)) Included with FREE WIRE FW8R: Quantum Instruments, Inc. has made it easier Pole mounting kit, 2x AAA batteries, Instructions, Hook and Loop mounting pads to identify different FW series products by FREE WIRE...
1.0 Introduction 2.0 Channel Code and Zone set-up We introduce the newest additions to the FREE WIRE system: Receivers FW8R, 2.1 Setting the Channel Code and Zones FW7Q and Transmitter FW9T. Transmitter FW9T emits higher power for extended range. Receiver FW8R has extra sensitivity and simplified operation. FW7Q is ded- The Channel Codes allow FREE WIREs to work together.
Activate at least one Zone on both FW8R and FW9T by FW8R 3.0 Wireless Flash set-up - sliding Zone switches 1, 2, 3, and/or 4 up, towards the “+” with or without On Camera Flash symbol. Any FW8R and FW9T Zones that match will acti- vate FW8R units each time the FW9T unit transmits.
Shutter Release Cords will be added periodically; please consult your dealer or the Section 5.0 for proper mounting. FW7Q will be set Quantum Web Site (qtm.com) for the latest models available. to NORM range when connected to a Qflash 4d.
5.3: Direct Hot Shoe Mounting with FW12 or FW11 5.5: Mounting FW8R and FW9T with hook & loop tape: Two sets of hook & loop fasteners and one mounting pad are included in the FW8R Connect the Hot Shoe Adapter FW12 or (Uni-Mod and FW9T packages.
QFLASH 5D flashes can be converted to Qflash 5d series, and all D series adapters can be con- verted to Dw series via software upgrades. Please contact Quantum Customer Service for the upgrade procedure. If you wish to utilize FREE...
8.2 Receiver FW8R or FW7Q: 8.0 Wireless TTL control for Film Cameras Mount and connect one or more of these receivers as in Section 7.2 (non pre-flash) 8.3 Optional: connect a local Qflash to the Transmitter FW9T: This mode allows a (non pre-flash) TTL camera to control all local and remote Qflash A local Qflash connected to FW9T will sync with the remote flash and will also power exposures.
RX Relay unit. See FW10(w) section 8.3. Flash Operation • Advance Setup with “local” flash and remote TTL or Auto control. See FW10(w) section 8.4. Remote Camera and Remote off-camera Flash operation using Quantum FREE WIRE ™ FW8R (or FW7Q with Qflash T4d, T5d), FW9T and FW10(w).
FREE WIRE antenna back to vertical. Warning: Use only Quantum specified external power to avoid possibly damaging When shooting quickly and changing from horizontal to vertical framing, you may get FREE WIRE.
Accessories may be changed or added periodically. Please consult you dealer mounting FREE WIRE on light stands and brackets, and they generally have a or the Quantum Web page (www.qtm.com) for the latest models available. slight affect on range. Appendix A – Sync-in connections from camera to Transmitter FW9T...
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Appendix B - Sync-out connections from FREE WIRE FW8R to flash Appendix C - Motor Drive cords from FREE WIRE to camera Model Description From Notes Model Camera Notes ---- flash mfg’s sync cord FREE WIRE PC conn. Your flash Supplied by Nikon MD2/4/12/15, 8008s, F4S N90s, F5 need...
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*** D series QTTL Adapters provide the most features, including auto-focus, fill flash Maximum flash rate: 25 fps offset, etc. Adapters models may be changed or updated periodically. Please check the latest Quantum Maximum sync delay Price List at your dealer, or www.qtm.com. Look under Qflash and FREE WIRE.
Customer Service QFlash T2/X2, T4d/X4d ACCESSORIES If you have any trouble whatsoever in using your Quantum product, we wish to assist you in any way we can. Contact the Service Department via: Telephone: (631) 656-7400 Fax: (631) 656-7410 Website: www.qtm.com If you suspect a malfunction, return the unit with a detailed, accurate description of the problem and the type and models of other equipment used with it.
OTHER QUANTUM PRODUCTS OTHER QUANTUM PRODUCTS TURBO 2X2 TURBO COMPACT FREE WIRE ™ RADIO SLAVE TURBO QPAQ-X QB1+...
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Changes or modifications to this equipment could void your authority to use this product under the equipment authorization granted by the regu- lating agencies. Declaration of Conformity: Quantum Instruments, Inc. declares that FREE WIRE FW10 satisfies all the technical regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directive 1999/5/EC.
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