Vello Shutterboss version ii User manual

WIRELESS

SHUTTERBOSS II

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Thank you for choosing the Vello Wireless

ShutterBoss II. It has a range of up to 250

feet on 99 channels over the reliable FSK

modulated 2.4 GHz frequency. But this device

is more than just a wireless shutter release.

It features many timer functions: self-timer,

interval timer, long exposure timer, as well

as controls for the number of continuous

shutter trips. The transmitter is powered by

two AAA batteries that can provide the low

power the device uses for up to four years.

INTRODUCTION

You can set the timer delays, exposure times,

and intervals up to 99 hours, 59 minutes,

59 seconds in one second increments.

You can select anywhere from  to 999

continuous shots, or set the device to

take an unlimited number of photos.

The LCD screen also has a backlit

function for low-light conditions.

The Vello Wireless ShutterBoss II is great

for time-lapse recording of blooming

ﬂowers, astrophotography, etc.

Channel Selector: 99 possible radio

channels, plus one universal channel, over

the reliable FSK 2.4 GHz frequency. No

DIP switches to set. One transmitter can

trigger multiple receivers.

Extended Range: about 250 ft. (80 m).

Multi-Function: Trigger your camera

wirelessly or wired.

Versatile: One receiver works with dozens

of camera models. Just swap out the

camera release cable.

Dual-Function Release: Press halfway to

focus; press full to trigger shutter.

Delayed Release: Delay function gives you

extra time to get into position.

Multi-Exposure: Take multiple shots with

one press of the trigger.

Interval Control: Control the amount of

time between multiple shots.

Long Exposure: Control the length of the

exposure remotely.

LED Indicators: Conﬁrm pre-focus and

exposure.

Ultra-low Power: AAA transmitter

batteries can last up to four years on

standby.

KEY FEATURES

Battery Compartment

Conﬁrmation LED

Transmitter

Display Panel

Backlight Button

Timer Start/Stop Button

Shutter Release Button

Control Selection Button

FEATURE DIAGRAMS

Battery Compartment

Display Panel

Power/Channel Down Button

Backlight/Channel Up Button

Shutter Release Port

Power LED

Cold-Shoe Mount

with Thumb-Wheel Lock

Receiver

DELAY

BULB

LONG INTVL NCH

TIMER CONTROLS

SHUTTER CONTROLS

BATT

Exposure Length Function

Interval Function

Delay Function

Number of Shots Function

Bulb Shot Indicator

Channel Indicator

Multi Shot Indicator

Delay Indicator

Single Shot Indicator Low Battery Indicator

TRANSMITTER DISPLAY PANEL

Turning ON the Transmitter: The

Wireless ShutterBoss II is optimized for ultra-

low power usage. Pressing any key will wake

the device. If no operation is performed,

the transmitter will revert to standby status

in one minute, and the display will turn o.

The device will stay active during timing

operations and bulb exposures longer than

one minute.

Turning ON the Receiver: Press and

hold the power button for two seconds. The

display will show the channel in use. The

receiver turns o the same way. Press and

hold the power button until the display goes

o.

Press and hold the power button for two

seconds to power up the receiver. The LED

will blink green while the device is on.

The transmitter uses ultra low power, and

can last up to four years on standby.

POWERING UP

Setting the Channel on the

Transmitter: The transmitter and receiver

must be set to the same channel for proper

communication.

1: Use the arrow button to select the channel

setting. Press the left and right

arrows until CH is displayed in the

upper right corner of the screen.

2: Press the center button on the arrow

button to change the setting.

3: Press the up and down arrows to adjust

the channel up or down.

4: Press the center button to lock the setting.

Setting the Channel on the Receiver:

1: With the device on, press the CH− and

CH+ at the same time. The CH in the

display will blink, indicating that you can

now change the setting.

2: Press the CH− or CH+ buttons to adjust

the channel.

3: Press both CH− and CH+ buttons a

second time to save your setting. If no

action is taken in ten seconds, the device

will save the setting displayed.

The channels you select for the transmitter

and receiver will become the default settings

for the next time you power up the device.

When you select [––] as the channel for the

transmitter and receiver, this eectively sets

the devices to communicate on all channels.

A receiver set to [––] will respond to any

transmission it receives on the 2.4 GHz

frequency. This is useful in setups with

multiple devices all needing to respond to a

single trigger.

SETTING THE CHANNEL

You can use your transmitter as a wired

remote. With your camera and transmitter

both OFF, connect the shutter release cable’s

sub-mini plug end to the jack at the front of

the transmitter and the other end to your

camera’s shutter release jack. Power up your

camera.

WIRED SETUP

Look for this symbol.

Many camera manufacturers

use it to indicate the jack for

connecting remote devices.

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Mount the receiver onto your camera’s hot

shoe, facing forwards or backwards. If your

camera’s hot shoe is in use, you can mount

the receiver to an accessory bracket or a

tripod using either an accessory shoe or the

receiver’s /4"-20 threaded socket.

With your camera and receiver OFF, connect

the shutter release cable’s sub-mini plug end

to the receiver and the other end to your

camera’s shutter release jack. Power up the

receiver and then the camera.

Be sure to also read your camera’s manual for

guidance on use of remotes.

WIRELESS SETUP

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