Westcott FJ-X2m User manual
FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger
User Manual
V1.0000
10/22/2019
Contents
Introduction 3
FJ-X2m Universal Wireless Trigger (Included components) 3
FJ-X2m Universal Wireless Trigger with Sony Adapter (Included components) 3
FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger: Overview 4
FJ-X2m: Warnings 6
FJ-X2m: Firmware Updates 6
FJ-X2m: Getting Started 7
Charging the FJ-X2m 7
FJ-X2m: Mounting the FJ-X2m 7
Hot Shoe Mount 7
2.5mm PC Port Connection 7
Mounting the FJ-X2m Sony Adapter (Product #: 4711) 7
FJ-X2m: Powering, Testing & Locking the FJ-X2m 8
Power On 8
Power Off 8
Test Fire 8
Trigger Settings Lock 8
FJ-X2m: Preparing Your Camera 8
FJ-X2m: Controls, Functions & Syncing 9
Group Controls 9
Change Exposure Mode 9
Change TTL Exposure Compensation 9
Change M (Manual) Exposure Power Output 9
Channel Controls 9
Change Channels [CH] 10
Sync Functions 10
Available Sync Functions: 10
Change Sync Function 10
SYNC-X Mode 11
FJ-X2m: Options 11
Settings Menu 11
Settings Menu Options 11
Menu Button Selection Control 11
FJ-X2m: Menu Screens [Expanded Look] 11
Menu Selection Button Options: Screen 1 11
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Westcott FJ-X2m Wireless Flash Trigger. The FJ400 and FJ-X2m Wireless
Flash Trigger (sold separately
) are a photographer’s dream combination. The performance of the FJ400
is one of the industry’s first compact, portable 400 watt-second strobes that is capable of recycling in
less than one-second at full-power so you don’t miss the shot. It offers the most full-power flashes at 480
bursts to extend those on-location shoots when AC power isn’t an option and it has accurate color
temperatures throughout its entire 9-stop output range. When paired with the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio
trigger, you can say, “Goodbye,” to the need for multiple brand-specific triggers. The FJ400 and FJ-X2m
have you covered with its multi-brand compatibility. This versatile unit offers everything required by
professional photographers today to achieve lighting success - including TTL, HSS, Continuous Capture,
Freeze Function, and so much more. Enjoy!
FJ-X2m Universal Wireless Trigger (Included components)
●Product #4705
○FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger
○USB-A to USB-C Cable
FJ-X2m Universal Wireless Trigger with Sony Adapter (Included components)
●Product #4706
○FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger
○FJ-X2m Sony Adapter
○USB-A to USB-C Cable
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FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger: Overview
Get the most out of your FJ400 Strobe by pairing it with the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger. The FJ400
may work with your existing triggers, however, to achieve optimal performance of the strobe we strongly
suggest using the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio Trigger. Both units operate at 2.4Ghz ensuring communication
at distances up to 985' (300m) unobstructed.
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FJ-X2m: LCD Display
FJ-X2m: Settings Menu
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FJ-X2m: Warnings
Caution
●Keep away from fire, water, and moisture. Do not submerge in water.
●Avoid drastic temperature changes before, during, and/or after use.
●Do not overtighten the shoe lock wheel when mounting to the camera.
●Ensure the FJ-X2m is securely mounted before use.
●Surrounding RF interference may affect the communication performance of the FJ-X2m.
●Do not attempt to modify any Westcott products. Contact Westcott for assistance.
●The operating temperature range is 32-104°F (0-40°C).
FJ-X2m: Firmware Updates
The FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger is designed with a USB-C port to allow for firmware updates and charging
ONLY. Future firmware updates may result in performance enhancements along with modified menu
options and layouts. We highly recommend that you visit fjwestcott.com/4705
to confirm your FJ-X2m
has the latest firmware.
Installing the Firmware
1. Visit fjwestcott.com/4705 and scroll to the Support section. Find and download the latest
FJ-X2m firmware ZIP file to your computer.
2. Unzip the file. Open the extracted folder.
3. Read the Changelog file.
4. Ensure the FJ-X2m is Off.
5. Connect the USB cable to the FJ-X2m’s USB-C port.
6. On the FJ-X2m, press and hold Menu Selection buttons 2 and 3 at the same time.
7. While holding the Menu Selection buttons, connect the USB cable into your computer’s USB-A
port. The Wireless Signal Indicator light on FJ-X2m will illuminate red when your computer has
recognized the connection to the FJ-X2m. You may release the buttons at this time. Most
operating systems will present the FJ-X2m as an external device.
8. Locate the .BIN firmware file on your computer and drag it to the FJ-X2m external device.
9. Once the file has been completely copied to the FJ-X2m, EJECT the FJ-X2m external device from
the computer.
10. Unplug the USB cable from your computer and the FJ-X2m.
11. Long press the Power | Menu button on the FJ-X2m to initiate the firmware update.
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Important
●It’s recommended that the firmware update installation process be completed only when the
connected computer’s power level is ≥ 25%. Loss of power of any type during this process could
render the FJ-X2m inoperable and require professional repair.
●Removing the USB cable from the FJ-X2m without properly ejecting the device from your
computer could render the trigger inoperable and require professional repair.
●Depending on the operating system and the applications running, copying the firmware from your
computer to the FJ-X2m may take a few minutes and/or halt the copying process. Should this
happen, close the copy progress window and try again. Further copying issues may require the
computer to be restarted.
FJ-X2m: Getting Started
Charging the FJ-X2m
1. Access the USB-C port behind the rubber protection gasket.
2. Plug the USB-C cable into the FJ-X2m.
3. Plug the opposing end of the cable in any 5V power source.
4. The estimated charging time is 2 hours.
FJ-X2m: Mounting the FJ-X2m
Hot Shoe Mount
1. Looking at the FJ-X2m screen, turn the Shoe Lock dial to the right.
2. Gently slide the FJ-X2m into the camera’s hot shoe.
3. Turn the Shoe Lock dial to the left to lock into place. Do not overtighten.
2.5mm PC Port Connection
When the camera’s hot shoe is unavailable, the 2.5mm PC Port allows for basic remote triggering of the
FJ400 strobe using a 2.5mm PC Cable (sold separately).
Mounting the FJ-X2m Sony Adapter (Product #: 4711)
1. Slide the Sony Adapter (sold separately) into the camera’s hot shoe with the release button facing
the back of the camera.
2. Once the adapter is mounted, loosen the FJ-X2m’s Shoe Lock dial and slide the FJ-X2m onto the
Sony Adapter.
3. Turn the FJ-X2m Shoe Lock dial to the left to lock into place. Do not overtighten.
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FJ-X2m: Powering, Testing & Locking the FJ-X2m
Power On
Long press and hold the Power | Menu button for 3 seconds until you see the Westcott logo. The
wireless signal indicator will continually flash green.
Power Off
Long press and hold the Power | Menu button for 3 seconds until the screen turns off.
Test Fire
Press the Test button once to remotely test-fire the FJ400 strobe. When the Test button is pressed the
wireless signal indicator LED will illuminate red.
Trigger Settings Lock
Press Menu Selection buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously to lock the current trigger settings. Press Menu
Selection buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously again to unlock the trigger to adjust the settings.
FJ-X2m: Preparing Your Camera
An FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger is compatible with various brands of cameras to operate the FJ400 strobe.
Each camera manufacturer chooses a different approach to how their cameras interact with off-camera
lights. A few adjustments to your camera settings are required for the FJ-X2m and FJ400 to properly
perform with your camera. Below are a few settings to check out first. We recommend referring your
camera’s user manual for details specific to your camera brand and model.
●Set Silent Shutter to Off.
●Set E-Front Curtain to Off.
●Set Wireless Mode to On or Off (camera brand/model dependent).
●Set Red-Eye Reduction to On or Off (camera brand/model dependent).
●Set Exposure Compensation to 0 (zero) in camera.
●Set White Balance to Daylight, 5500K, or Custom at 5500K (not Auto).
●Various camera models require you to set the Sync type (Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, HSS)
manually in the camera’s Flash Menu before the FJ-X2m Sync can be adjusted.
●Various camera models automatically adjust the Sync setting to HSS when HSS is enabled in the
camera settings and the native sync speed is exceeded.
●Ensure the camera’s battery level is above 25%.
●Ensure the camera contacts are clean and the FJ-X2m is seated properly and aligned.
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FJ-X2m: Controls, Functions & Syncing
Group Controls
The FJ-X2m allows control of 6 groups [A-F] of strobes via the trigger interface, while the FJ-X2m mobile
app allows control of 10 groups [A-J]. 20 strobes can be assigned to a single group. There are three
groups visible on the FJ-X2m screen and additional groups can be found by scrolling down on the
Selection Wheel. Next to each Group Letter [A-F] on the screen is the Exposure Mode and Group
Exposure Box Icon that can be adjusted using the following steps.
Change Exposure Mode
1. Adjust the Exposure Mode by scrolling the Selection Wheel until the desired group is highlighted
green.
2. Repeatedly press the corresponding Group Selection Button to the left of the Group icon to cycle
through the available exposure modes [-- (Off), TTL, M].
Change TTL Exposure Compensation
1. Adjust the Exposure Mode by scrolling the Selection Wheel until the desired group is highlighted
green.
2. Repeatedly press the corresponding Group Selection Button to the left of the Group icon to
select [TTL] Exposure Mode.
3. Press the Selection Wheel to highlight the Group Exposure Box green.
4. Scroll the Selection Wheel to adjust the exposure compensation between -3.0 to 3.0. [NOTE
:
This compensation is independent of the onboard exposure compensation available on the
FJ400.]
Change M (Manual) Exposure Power Output
1. Adjust the Exposure Mode by scrolling the Selection Wheel until the desired group is highlighted
green.
2. Repeatedly press the corresponding Group Selection Button to the left of the Group icon to
select [M] Exposure Mode.
3. Press the Selection Wheel to highlight the Group Exposure Box green.
4. Scroll the Selection Wheel to adjust the manual exposure between 1.0 to 9.0. (NOTE
: A long
press of the scroll wheel will highlight the power setting and allow full stop adjustments.)
Channel Controls
The FJ-X2m offers 16 available channels [00-15] for dedicated communication between your FJ-X2m
Wireless Trigger and FJ400 Strobe without interference from additional FJ400 strobes being used by
other photographers in the same area.
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