Vello FreeWave Captain User manual

FREEWAVE CAPTAIN

TTL TRIGGER

USER MANUAL

Introduction ............................................................3

Features....................................................................4

Compatible devices ...............................................5

Precautions..........................................................6-7

Box contents.......................................................8-9

Overview ........................................................ 10-11

Installing the batteries &

turning on the device......................................... 12

Setting the channels............................................ 13

Mounting the transmitter.................................. 14

Mounting the receiver........................................ 15

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Connecting to a studio ﬂash ............................ 16

Flash trigger functions........................................ 17

Canon-speciﬁc functions ............................. 18-19

Nikon-speciﬁc functions.............................. 20-21

Triggering the ﬂash ............................................. 22

Using as a remote shutter release .................. 23

Triggering the camera .................................. 24-27

Compatibility / USB upgrades / FCC.............. 28

Speciﬁcations........................................................ 29

Troubleshooting .................................................. 30

Warranty............................................................... 31

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO.

The Vello FreeWave Captain wireless triggering

system is a multi-purpose 2.4 GHz 4-channel

digital radio TTL system that empowers users

to remotely trigger ﬂash and camera devices.

You can enjoy the freedom of triggering from

a distance up to 300 feet (100 meters).

The Vello FreeWave Captain is designed to

give photographers an easy-to-use, high-quality

TTL radio slave system. With the use of built-in

TTL functionality, your camera and ﬂash unit

can automatically adjust your settings for the

ideal exposure in various lighting scenarios.

The wireless control capability eliminates

the presence of cable clutter, making it ideal

for studio or outdoor ﬂash scenarios.

Remote camera triggering is another ability

of the Vello FreeWave Captain. This is helpful

when a subject, such as wildlife, may be

dicult to approach. Additionally, the wireless

function of the device removes the potential

of camera shake, making it ideal for macro,

close-up, and long-exposure photography.

The Vello FreeWave Captain’s high-speed sync

and second-curtain sync functions create easy-

to-control lighting eects, making it simple to

take creative and artistic images. The wireless

system has a high-speed sync of up to 1/8000

second, allowing the user to capture images

wirelessly in most shooting scenarios. Its

small size and included pouch make the Vello

FreeWave Captain simple to store and transport.

To fully understand and best use the

functions and capabilities of your Vello

FreeWave Captain, please take a moment

to read through this user guide.

FEATURES

TTL functionality for Nikon (VCTTL-N)

or Canon (VCTTL-C) units: Designed

to work seamlessly with your camera’s

i-TTL or E-TTL system.

Adjustable TTL:

Fine-tune your TTL settings.

4 separate radio channels: Digitally coded

2.4 GHz signal, perfect for operating

multiple devices wirelessly without having

to worry about radio or ash interference.

Multiple trigger options: Wireless hot shoe,

studio ash, and shutter release triggering.

High-speed sync: Offers a maximum sync

speed of up to 1/8000 second, allowing

the user to capture images wirelessly in

most shooting scenarios.

Second-curtain sync: Allows you to

create special effects and “after blur”

images.

Wake up: Remotely wake up your ash unit

(with compatible ashes).

Battery level indicator: Level of battery

power.

Backlit LCD panel: Allow viewing /

changing settings in low light.

Key lock: Ability to lock the settings against

inadvertent changes.

Sleep mode: After 10 minutes of inactivity.

COMPATIBLE DEVICES

The Vello FreeWave Captain receiver

is available in models for both Nikon

i-TTL and Canon E-TTL cameras. The

Nikon and Canon models are each

compatible with the respective company’s

TTL (through-the-lens) technology.

To make full use of the FreeWave

Captain system, we recommend using

TTL-capable hot-shoe speedlights that

are compatible with your camera’s TTL

system (i.e., Nikon-compatible ﬂashes with

a Nikon camera or Canon-compatible

ﬂashes with a Canon camera).

PRECAUTIONS

• Please read and follow these instructions

and keep this manual in a safe place.

• There are no user-serviceable parts

inside the devices. Do not attempt to

disassemble or perform any unauthorized

modiﬁcation.

• Do not operate the transmitter or

receiver in the presence of ﬂammable gas

or vapors.

• Do not handle with wet hands or immerse

in or expose to water or rain. Failure to

observe this precaution could result in ﬁre

or electric shock.

• Keep out of reach of children. This device

contains small parts which may pose a

choking hazard.

• Observe caution when handling batteries.

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly

handled. Use only the batteries listed in

this manual. Make certain to align the

battery with the correct polarity.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when

fully discharged. To avoid damage to the

product, be sure to remove the batteries

when leaving the product unattended for

prolonged periods or when no charge

remains.

• Handle the units with care.

• Do not use or leave the devices in

conditions of extreme heat, severe cold, or

high humidity.

• Turn o the power of the camera and

studio ﬂash before inserting or removing

the remote.

• Dispose of used batteries, packaging, and

old devices in accordance with appropriate

local environmental regulations.

• Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth.

• Make sure the item is intact and that there

are no missing parts.

• All photos are for illustrative purposes

only.

BOX CONTENTS

Transmitter and Receiver Set

(VCTTL-C and VCTTL-N)

• Transmitter

• Receiver

• 4×AA batteries

• 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm studio ﬂash cable

• 3.5 mm to 1/4"monoplug adapter

• Shutter release cables (see page 9)

• USB upgrade cable

• 2×lanyards

• Pouch case

• User manual

Receiver Only

(VCTTL-CR and VCTTL-NR)

• Receiver

• 2×AA batteries

• 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm studio ﬂash cable

• 3.5 mm to 1/4"monoplug adapter

• 1×lanyard

• User manual

Also Included with Canon Set (VCTTL-C)

• Shutter Remote 2.5 mm

to Canon 2.5 mm Shutter

Release Cable (RCC-C1)

• Shutter Remote 2.5 mm

to Canon 3-Pin Camera

Shutter Release Cable

(RCC-C2)

Also Included With Nikon Set (VCTTL-N)

• Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to

Nikon 10-Pin Camera Shutter

Release Cable (RCC-N1)

• Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to

Nikon DC2 Camera Shutter

Release Cable (RCC-N2)

• Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to

Nikon D70s/D80 Camera Shutter

Release Cable (RCC-N3) (Not Shown)

VCTTL-C/N

VCTTL-CR/NR

1. Shutter release test button

2. LED indicator

3. Lanyard loop

4. Flash test button

5. Mini-USB port

6. EV compensation buttons

7. Channel selector button

8. Function button

9. LCD screen

10. On/o switch

11. Battery compartment door

12. Hot-shoe foot

13. Tightening screw

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