Phottix Indra500 TTL User manual

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Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light

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Table of Content
Parts and Functions …..........................................................…... 2
Flash Modes ……......................................................................... 8
Wireless Receiving Modes ........................................................... 9
Custom Functions ..................................................................... 12
Technical Specs …...................................................................... 13
Parts
Full View
1. Front Cover
2. Umbrella Holder
3. Quick-Release
Locking Latch
4. Handle
5. 3.5mm Sync Port
6. USB Output Port
7. External Power Port
8. Angle Adjustment
Ratchet Handle
9. Mounting Column
10. Clamp Screw
Back View
11. LCD Display
12. Function Button 1
13. Function Button 2
14. Test/Ready Button
15. Adjust/Set Knob
16. Power Switch
17. Modeling Light Switch
18. Function Button 3
19. Function Button 4
20. Optical Signal Sensor
Front View
21. Mounting Slot
22. Glass Dome
23. LED Modeling Light
24. Flash Tube
25. Reflector
Note: Before using the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light, please read this in-
struction manual carefully.
The Phottix Indra500 TTL is a battery and AC powered portable studio light with
a built-in radio and optical pulse wireless receiving function. It offers TTL, Manu-
al and Multi Stroboscopic modes, as well as high speed sync and second curtain
sync functions. The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light is compatible with many
existing Phottix products.
Safety instructions
● The Indra500 contains high voltage electronic parts. Do not disassem-
ble or attempt to repair the Indra500. Keep this product out of the reach
of children.
● Never use this product near combustible gases, solvents or in an envi-
ronment with a high electrical charge.
● Make sure all plugs and cables are well connected during charging
and use.
● Disconnect the Indra500 TTL Studio light from a power source for 10
minutes before changing the flash tube. Use caution, the flash tube can
get very hot.
● Do not touch the external power port and ensure it does not have con-
tact with any metal objects – this could cause electric shocks and serious
injury.
● The external power source should not exceed the technical specifica-
tions in this manual.
● The external power should be used in an environment with good ven-
tilation. Do not use this product in dusty or sandy conditions.
● This product is not waterproof. Keep it away from rain, snow and high
humidity conditions.
● Do not clean the product with organic solvent or alcohol-based liquid.
● Do not put opaque objects in front of the studio flash head when firing
the studio light. The heat energy emitted by the Indra500 may cause ob-
jects to burn, or cause damage to the studio flash tube.
● Use your studio light safely. Do not fire the Indra500 into the eyes of
people or animals at short distances this may cause damage to the eyes
and/or blindness.
● Do not leave the studio light in a hot location (direct sunlight, in a
closed car, etc.).
● Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from this prod-
uct, immediately turn off the power switch on the studio light.
● Turn off the power switch on the studio light when not being used for
an extended period of time.
● Remove the front cover before operating the studio light. Otherwise,
the front cover will get deformed or cause a fire due to the high temper-
ature of the studio light.
● Use caution in touching the studio flash head after use. It may still be
hot and could cause burns.
● Consult local authorities on the proper disposal or recycling of a Phot-
tix Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
Thank you for purchasing a
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External Power Port
The Indra500 TTL Studio Light can be connected to the Phottix Indra AC Adapt-
er or the Phottix Indra Battery Pack through the external power port.
Please note:
When connecting the external power source, only use Phottix flash power
cords designed for use with the Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
Connecting the Indra500 to the external power
source
Using the Phottix Indra Battery Pack
1. Insert one end of the included flash power cord into the external power port
on the Indra500 TTL Studio Light. (See picture 1)
Note: To insert properly, please align the red dots on the cable and port.
2. Insert the other end into the output port on the Phottix Indra Battery Pack.
(See picture 2)
3. Turn on the Output Toggle Switch on the Battery Pack.
4. Turn on the power switch on the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
Using the Phottix Indra AC Adapter
1. Insert one end of the included flash power cord into the external power port
on the Indra500 TTL Studio Light. (See picture 1)
Note: To insert properly, please align the red dots on the cable and port.
2. Insert the other end into the output port on the Phottix Indra AC Adapter.
(See picture 3)
3. Connect the AC Adapter to the mains supply.
4. Turn on the main power switch and the output power switch on the AC Adapter.
5. Turn on the power switch on the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
Disconnecting the Indra500 from the external
power source
Disconnecting the Phottix Indra Battery Pack
1. Turn off the power switch on the Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
2. Move the output toggle switch on the battery pack to the “OFF”position.
3. Unplug the flash power cord according to picture 4.
4. Unplug the other end according to picture 6.
Disconnecting the Phottix Indra AC Adapter
1. Turn off the power switch on the Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
2. Turn off the main power switch and output power switch on the AC Adapter.
Unplug the flash power cord according to picture 5.
3. Unplug the flash power cable from the Phottix Indra Studio Light (picture 6).
Attaching and removing the Reflector
To attach the reflector
1. Hold the Indra500 with one hand.
2. Align the reflector with the mounting slot using your other hand.
3. Insert and rotate the reflector clockwise following the direction of the arrow
in the diagram until the lock engages with a click. This ensures the reflector is

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locked. (See picture7)
4. If using an umbrella, make sure the umbrella pass-through hole in the reflec-
tor is aligned with the umbrella holder on the Indra studio light.
To remove the reflector
1. Push the quick-release locking latch with one hand.
2. Rotate the reflector anti-clockwise in the same direction as the arrow in the
diagram and remove it from the Indra500 with the other hand. (See picture 8)
Note: Please be aware to keep the reflector parallel to the mount of the studio
light while removing the reflector to prevent it touches the glass dome and in-
cur damage
Using the Umbrella Holder
The Phottix Indra500 TTL has an umbrella holder on the top of the light, making
it easy to mount umbrellas and umbrella-style softboxes. Using the umbrella
mount is simple: Insert the umbrella shaft into the umbrella holder on the Phot-
tix Indra Studio Light. Turn the screw on the umbrella holder to tighten against
the umbrella shaft.
Using the Softbox Mount
The Phottix Indra500 TTL features a Bowen’s-compatible locking ring for soft-
boxes, and other light modifying accessories. Using the Softbox Mount is the
same as mounting and removing the Phottix Indra Reflector (above).
To attach: Align the softbox speed ring with the mounting slot on the Indra500.
Insert and rotate the softbox mount clockwise following the direction of the
arrow in the diagram until the lock engages with a click. (See picture7)
To remove: Push the quick-release locking latch backwards, and rotate the soft-
box mount anti-clockwise to remove it from the Indra500. (See picture 8)
Sync and USB Ports
1. A Phottix flash trigger (Phottix Odin TTL, Strato II Multi and Strato TTL) or cam-
era can be connected to the Indra’s 3.5mm sync port using a compatible cable.
The device will then be able to trigger the Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
2. The USB port is used for firmware upgrades. Firmware announcements and
instructions will be made available on Phottix websites.
Please note:
Only the manual mode is supported when a flash trigger is connected via the
sync port.
Transmission Channels
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light Wireless system has four channels; 1, 2,
3, and 4. The same channel needs to be set on the Indra500 TTL Studio Light
when in wireless receiving mode as on the triggering device or flashes used to
trigger the Indra.
Quick Flash Function
The Quick Flash function allows the studio light to fire when it is not fully cha-
rged, i.e. the status LED is still flashing green. Quick Flash recycle times are faster;
this helps for snap photography at short distances.
Quick Flash can be used for continuous drive modes, Quick Flash for continuous
shot function can be enabled or disabled in the Menu (See the Menu section
below).
Please note:
The Quick Flash Function makes flash firing a priority. Under-exposure could
result if the subject is located too far from the camera.
Flash Exposure Bracketing – FEB
Flash Exposure Bracketing (FEB) can be used to automatically change the flash
power over a series of photos. The camera will record a series of images with dif-
ferent exposures. FEB is useful in run-and-gun situations as well as when shoot-
ing scenes with different lighting conditions to help ensure a properly exposed
photo. FEB can also be used for HDR photography.
The FEB function is supported but cannot be set on the Indra500 TTL Studio
Light. The availability of this function depends on whether the trigger or camera
is equipped with an FEB function. See your camera manual for more information
on Flash Exposure Bracketing.
Flash Exposure Lock – FEL/FV Lock
Flash Exposure Lock (FEL, also FV Lock in Nikon camera) can be used to lock the
flash exposure before a photo is taken. This is useful when manual spot me-
tering is being used in a scene with different lighting conditions. While in TTL
mode, press the camera’s function button to use this function. See your camera
user manual for more information on FEL functions and usage.
The FEL function is supported but cannot be set on the Indra500 TTL Studio
Light. The availability of this function depends on whether the trigger or camera
is equipped with an FEL function. See you camera manual for more information
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High Speed Sync – HSS/Auto FP
High Speed Sync (HSS) mode is used to shoot at shutter speeds higher than a
camera’s set flash sync speed (typically 1/200-1/250s). This is useful when using
aperture priority mode and in limiting ambient light. HSS results may vary with
different camera models – refer to your camera user manual for more details.
Please note:
1. HSS function is supported by the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light, but it
cannot be set on the studio light itself.
2. The camera, flash trigger and receiving mode can greatly affect HSS mode.
For best results in HSS mode please use recommended Phottix flash triggers.
Please see the “Compatibility Table”below and refer to your flash trigger and
camera user manuals for more details.
3. HSS function will not work in Manual and Multi Stroboscopic mode.
4. Use the HSS mode frequently will shorten the flash tube life.
5. Nikon’s flash protocols may limit the maximum sync speed of some Nikon
camera bodies.
Compatibility Table
Second Curtain Sync - SCS
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Second Curtain Sync function makes the studio light
fire at the end of an exposure, not the beginning. This helps capture special ef-
fects when using slow shutter speeds.
Please note:
1. SCS function is supported by the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light, but it
cannot be set on the studio light itself. Instead please set the SCS function on
your camera or flash trigger. For more details, please refer to your flash trigger
and camera user manuals.
2. SCS function will not work in Multi Stroboscopic mode.
Test/Ready Button
1. Pressing the test button will trigger the studio light. This can be used for me-
tering in Manual mode.
2. This button also offers a Flash-ready indication function. The LED indicator on
the button will flash green when the light has the minimum recycle charge. It
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Menu

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Menu Settings
Use the four function buttons below the LCD display to select the correspond-
ing function setting options. You can edit each setting when the selected func-
tion is highlighted. Depending on the LCD color screen settings this will be in
either: red, white, or yellow (The LCD color screen setting and the LCD display
sensor setting will be shown in the Menu list).
1. Turn the “Adjust/Set knob”to change the setting.
2. When finished press the corresponding function button, or the “Adjust/Set
knob”to confirm and exit.
The LCD Display
Wireless receiving modes:
Odin-C,
Odin-N,
Strato II,
Opt-Slave
RX OFF
Flash modes:
TTL, M, Multi
Quick flash
: Enable
: Disable
Beep signal
ON
OFF
Menu: see more
details in Menu
function part
Flash exposure
compensation/
Flash output
Wireless receiv-
ing channel
Wireless
receiving group
Modeling light: Manual
01-09 levels, OFF
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Auto-Save Functions
The Indra500 TTL will remember studio light settings. Previous settings will be
retained each time it is turned on.
Modeling Flash
1. Pressing the camera depth-of-field preview button (if available) will fire the
studio light continuously for 1 second. The modeling flash allows you to see the
lighting effects and balance on the subject. (Please see your camera manual for
more information on the DOF button and button assignment.)
2. The modeling flash is available in all modes, TTL, Manual and Multi.
Modeling Light
The Phottix Indra500 TTL is equipped with an LED modeling light. This is help-
ful for both previewing lighting set-ups and assisting with focusing in dimly lit
environments.
The Modeling Light has two modes
1. Manual mode: 9 brightness levels from 01 to 09 are available.
2. OFF mode: The modeling light will be turned off.
Please note:
1. When the studio light is firing, the modeling light will not turn off auto-
matically.
2. Using the modeling light uses a lot of battery power.
Adjusting the brightness of the Modeling Light
The modeling light can be turned on/off via menu option in
or with the modeling light swtich .
Via Menu option
1. Press Function Button 4 until appears on the LCD display.
2. Press the corresponding function button to .
3. When the modeling light option is selected, it will be highlighted on
the LCD display.
4. Turn the “Adjust/Set knob” to change the modeling light mode from Man-
ual (01-09 stop) or OFF.
5. Press the function button corresponding to or the “Adjust/Set
knob”to confirm the settings and exit the editing mode.
Via Modeling Light Switch
1. Press the modeling light switch to turn on/off the modeling light.
2. When the modeling light is turned on the modeling light icon will be
highlighted on the LCD display.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set knob” to change the modeling light mode from Man-
ual (01-09 stop) or OFF.
4. Press“Adjust/Set knob” to confirm the settings and exit the editing mode.
Flash Modes
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light has three flash modes: TTL Auto, Manual
and Multi.
TTL Flash Mode
When the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light is set to TTL mode, the studio light
will fire at the selected flash mode and flash power, as set on a Phottix Odin or
other Phottix compatible flash trigger featuring power control.
Flash Exposure Compensation-FEC
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light can be used to adjust Flash Exposure
Compensation (FEC) from-3 to +3 in 1/3rd stops. This is useful in environments
where fine-tuning of the TTL system is needed.
Please note:
1. If both the triggering device (if TTL mode is available) and the studio light
are set to TTL modes and EV adjustment is set on both units, then the final ex-
posure value will be the sum of the two Flash Exposure Compensation Values.
2. If the triggering device is set to Manual mode (if available) and the studio
light is set to TTL mode with Flash Exposure Compensation Value, then the
Flash EV Value will be used to calculate the final flash output.
Manual Flash Mode
In Manual mode the studio light will fire at the power levels set. The Phottix
Indra500 TTL Studio Light can be adjusted from 1/128 to 1/1 in 1/3 stop incre-
ments (1/128, 1/64, 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, and 1/1). Flash modes and power
of the studio light cannot be adjusted and controlled on the triggering device.
Multi Stroboscopic Flash Mode
With Multi Stroboscopic mode a series of rapid flashes will be fired. The flash
count, frequency and power of these flashes can be programmed on the Phottix
Indra500 TTL Studio Light. Multi mode is useful for capturing multiple images of
a moving subject in the same photo and for other special effects.
In Multi Stroboscopic mode, the studio light will be fired at the programmed
manual flash power, flash counts (1-100), and frequency (1-100Hz). The flash
power can be set from 1/128 to 1/4 in 1/1 stop increments (1/128, 1/64, 1/32,
1/16, 1/8, and 1/4). Flash modes and power of the studio light cannot be adjust-
ed and controlled on the triggering device.
Please note:
1. Overheating and even damage to the flash tube can be resulted from ex-
cessive use of the Multi Stroboscopic mode.
2. If overheated the flash will automatically increase charging time. If the tem-
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Wireless Receiving Mode
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light is equipped with 5 wireless receiving
modes: Odin-C, Odin-N, Strato II, Opt-Slave and RX OFF. Please see below for
more details.
Supported Flash Modes
Odin-C Radio Frequency Receiving Mode
This mode allows the Indra500 TTL Studio Light to be triggered by a Phottix
Odin TTL Flash Trigger TCUs for Canon or by a Phottix Mitros+ TTL Transceiver
Flash for Canon in Odin TX mode. To work correctly they must be set to the same
channel and in the same group.
How to use:
1. Press Function Button 4 or turn the “Adjust/Set Knob” until ap-
pears on the LCD display.
2. Press the corresponding function button to .The wireless recev-
ing function option will be highlighted on the LCD display.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set Knob”to change the wireless mode to Odin-C.
4. Press the“Adjust/Set Knob” to confirm the setting.
5. Press the corresponding function button to in to adjust
from TTL, Manual or Multi.
Odin-N Radio Frequency Receiving Mode
This mode allows the Indra500 TTL Studio Light to be triggered by a Phottix
Odin TTL Flash Trigger TCUs for Nikon or by a Phottix Mitros+ TTL Transceiver
Flash for Nikon in ODIN TX mode. To work correctly they must be set to the same
channel and in the same group.
How to use:
1. Press Function Button 4 or turn the “Adjust/Set Knob” until ap-
pears on the LCD display.
2. Press the corresponding function button to . The wireless recev-
ing function option will be highlighted on the LCD display.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set Knob”to change the wireless mode to Odin-N.
4. Press the“Adjust/Set Knob” to confirm the setting.
5. Press the corresponding function button to in to adjust
from TTL, Manual or Multi.
Strato II Radio Frequency Receiving Mode
This mode allows the Indra500 TTL Studio Light to be triggered by the Phottix
Odin TTL Flash Trigger TCUs for Canon/Nikon, the Phottix Mitros+ TTL Transceiv-
er Flash for Canon/Nikon in Odin Tx mode, the Phottix Strato TTL transmitter
for Canon/Nikon or by the Phottix Strato II Multi transmitter for Canon/Nikon.
To work correctly they must be set to the same channel and in the same group.
Please note:
HSS, SCS, andTTL are not supported in Strato II Radio Frequency Receiving Mode.
How to use:
1. Press Function Button 4 or turn the “Adjust/Set Knob” until ap-
pears on the LCD display.
2. Press the corresponding function button to .The wireless recev-
ing function option will be highlighted on the LCD display.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set Knob”to change the wireless mode to Strato II.
4. Press the“Adjust/Set Knob” to confirm the setting.
5. Press the corresponding function button to in to adjust
from Manual and Multi.
Opt-Slave Optical Pulse Receiving Mode
In this mode any other studio lights or flashes fired nearby will trigger the In-
dra500 TTL Studio Light.
Please note:
Pre-flashes from nearby TTL flashes will trigger the Phottix Indra if set in Opt-
Slave mode. Please take care when using this mode that nearby TTL flashes
do not trigger the Phottix Indra before you are ready.
How to use:
1. Press Function Button 4 or turn the “Adjust/Set Knob” until ap-
pears on the LCD display.
2. Press the corresponding function button to .The wireless recev-
ing function option will be highlighted on the LCD display.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set Knob”to change the wireless mode to Opt-Slave.
4. Press the“Adjust/Set Knob” to confirm the setting.
RX OFF Mode
In this mode wireless receiving is turned off.
How to use:
1. Press Function Button 4 or turn the “Adjust/Set Knob” until ap-
pears on the LCD display.
2. Press the corresponding function button to .The wireless recev-
ing function option will be highlighted on the LCD display.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set Knob”to change the wireless mode to RX OFF..
4. Press the“Adjust/Set Knob” to confirm the setting.

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5. Press the corresponding function button to in to adjust
from Manual and Multi.
For Odin-C/Odin-N/Strato II
Functions in Multi mode
1. Press the corresponding function button to in .Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the flash power from 1/4 to 1/128 - 6 stops.
2. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the Modeling Light mode (OFF/01-09).
3. Press the corresponding function button to in
.Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the Chanel from 1-4.
4. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the Group from A, B to C.
5. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Color Screen Setting (Classic, Dynamic, El-
egant).
6. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the flash count from 1-100 times (based on the flash
frequency and flash output).
7. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the flash frequency from 1-100Hz.
8. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn
the “Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Display Sensor Setting (Regular, Up-
side-down and Auto by sensor).
9. Press the corresponding function button to in
, the Contin-
uous flash mode option will be highlighted on the LCD screen. Turn the “Adjust/
Set knob”to turn the Quick Continuous flash mode on/off.
10. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to turn the sound on/off.
For Odin-C/Odin-N
Functions in TTL mode
1. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the Flash Exposure Compensation Value from -3.0EV
to +3.0EV.
2. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the Modeling Light mode (OFF/01-09).
3. Press the corresponding function button to in
.Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the Chanel from 1-4.
4. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the Group from A, B to C.
5. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Color Screen Setting (Classic, Dynamic, El-
egant).
6. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn
the “Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Display Sensor Setting (Regular, Up-
side-down and Auto by sensor).
7. Press the corresponding function button to in
. the con-
tinuous flash mode option will be highlighted on the LCD screen. Turn the “Ad-
just/Set knob”to turn the Quick Continuous flash mode on/off.
8. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to turn the sound on/off.
For Odin-C/Odin-N/Strato II
Functions in Manual mode
1. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the flash power from 1/1 to 1/128 in 1/3rd stop in-
crements.
2. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the Modeling Light mode (OFF/01-09).
3. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the Chanel from 1-4.
4. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the Group from A, B to C.
5. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Color Screen Setting (Classic, Dynamic, El-
egant).
6. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn
the “Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the LCD Display Sensor Setting (Regular, Up-
side-down and Auto by sensor).
7. Press the corresponding function button to in
. the
Continuous flash mode option will be highlighted on the LCD screen. Turn the
“Adjust/Set Knob”to turn the Quick Continuous flash mode on/off.
8. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to turn the sound on/off.
For Opt-Slave/RX OFF
Functions in Manual mode
1. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn
the “Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the flash power from 1/1 to 1/128 in 1/3rd stop
increments.
2. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the Modeling Light mode (OFF/01-09).
3. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Color Screen Setting (Classic, Dynamic, El-
egant).
4. Press the corresponding function button to in .Turn
the “Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Display Sensor Setting (Regular, Up-
side-down and Auto by sensor).
5. Press the corresponding function button to in
, the Contin-
uous flash mode option will be highlighted on the LCD screen. Turn the “Adjust/
Set knob”to turn the Quick Continuous flash mode on/off.

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6. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to turn the sound on/off.
For RX OFF
Functions in Multi mode
1. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the flash power from 1/4 to 1/128 - 6 stops.
2. Press the corresponding function button to in . Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob” to adjust the Modeling Light mode (OFF/01-09).
3. Press the corresponding function button to in .Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD color screen setting (Classic, Dynamic, Ele-
gant).
4. Press the corresponding function button to in
to adjust
the flash count from 1-100 times (based on the flash frequency and flash out-
put).
5. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the flash frequency from 1-100Hz.
6. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn
the “Adjust/Set knob”to adjust the LCD Display Sensor Setting (Regular, Up-
side-down and Auto by sensor).
7. Press the corresponding function button to in
, the Con-
tinuous flash mode option will be highlighted on the LCD screen. Turn the “Ad-
just/Set Knob”to turn the Quick Continuous flash mode on/off.
8. Press the corresponding function button to in
. Turn the
“Adjust/Set knob”to turn the sound on/off.
Remarks:
If the “Adjust/Set knob” or the corresponding function button is not pressed
to confirm the selected parameter, the selected parameter will be confirmed
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2. Press Function button 1 or Function button 2 to cycle through the menu
items – C.Fn 00 to 03.
3. Turn the “Adjust/Set knob”to change the functions within the menu.
4. Press Function button 4 to exit the C.Fn menu.
Custom Functions Chart
Custom Functions
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light comes with a number of programmable
custom functions. To edit these functions (see below):
1. Press and hold Function button 4 and the “Adjust/Set knob” for 3 seconds to
enter the C.Fn Menu Screen.
Replacing the flash tube
1. Disconnect the Indra500 TTL Studio light from a power source for 10 minutes
before changing the flash tube.
2. Remove the Reflector as shown above.
3. Gently separate the Glass Dome from the snap mount, remove the Glass
Dome. (Picture 9)
4. Gently hold the flash tube to remove it from the snap slot. (Picture 10)
5. Insert a new flash tube into the snap slot. (Picture 11)
6. Mount the Glass Dome align the snap mount. (Picture 12)
7. Attach the Reflector as shown above.
Note: Please wear gloves instead of touching the flash tube directly when re-
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Resetting to Factory Defaults
The Indra500 TTL Studio Light can be reset to factory defaults.
Press and hold both Function button 1 and the “Adjust/Set knob”for 3 seconds.
This will reset all function settings to factory defaults.
Checking the Studio Light Information
Pressing the combination keys can check the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light
information: Hardware, software, icon library, and product serial number.
1. Press and hold Function button 2 and “Adjust/Set Knob” for 3 seconds. The
information display screen will show the hardware, software, icon library, and
product serial number.
2. Press any button to exit the information display screen and return back to the
standard screen.
3. Triggering the studio light or camera focusing, or taking photos when the stu-
dio light is displaying the version information will cause the studio light to exit
the version display screen and return back to the standard screen.
Changes to the Studio Light Capacitor
If the Indra500 is not used for some time physical changes will take place within
the flash’s capacitor. Make sure to turn on the flash for a minimum of 10 minutes
every three months to prevent any changes.
Technical Specification
Max power: 500Ws
Adjustable power stops: 8 Stops (4-500Ws)
Power adjustment: In 1/3stop or full stop increment
Flash modes: TTL Auto, Manual (M), Multi
Light angle: 60°
Guide Number: 45/147.6 (ISO100, m/ft)
Color temperature: 5600±200K (Color temperature may vary at low power
settings)
Flash duration time: t=1 1/250s - 1/12000s
Stroboscopic flash: Frequency: 1-100Hz, Flash Count: 1-100 times
HSS&SCS: Support*
Recycling time(at 1/1 flash power levels; the indicator will light red)
Phottix Indra AC Adapter: Single/Two flashes: 0.9s/1.7s
Phottix Indra Battery Pack (10AH): H mode Single/Two flashes: 1s/2.3s
S mode Single/Two flashes: 1.4s/5.4s
Phottix Indra Battery Pack (5AH) H mode Single/Two flashes: 1.4s/4.9s
S mode Single/Two flashes: 2.6s/10.9s
Input power:
Phottix Indra AC Adapter: AC 220V/110V, 50HZ/60HZ
Phottix Indra Battery Pack: 14.8V/5Ah, 400 full power flashes
14.8V/10Ah, 800 full power flashes
Modeling Light Power: about 4.5W
Modeling Light Modes: OFF, Manual 1-9 levels
Wireless connectivity method: Radio Frequency and Optical pulse
Channel: 4
Wireless receiving modes: Odin-C, Odin-N, Strato II, Opt-Slave, RX OFF (Can
only be fired via 3.5mm sync port)
Receiving range (Approx.): Radio: 100m+;
Display: 320X240 TFT LCD display, Support 3 color screen settings
LCD Display Senor Setting: Sense direction automatically and make a
180-degree turn according to the direction
Heat Dissipation Method: Automatically turn on according to the temperature
Recycle confirm: Can be enabled or disabled
Sync Port: 3.5mm mini port
Firmware Upgrade: Upgrade of firmware is made via the USB mini port
Dimension: Length*Diameter: 266mm*180mm
Weight: 2.1kg (Excluding the Studio Light Power Cable)
Please note: Product specifications and external design are subject to change
without further notice.
*On compatible cameras

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目录
部件和功能 …...................................................................... 14
闪光模式 ……........................................................................ 20
无线接收模式 ..................................................................... 21
自定义功能 ............................................................................24
技术参数 …........................................................................... 25
部件
全视图
1. 灯头前盖
2. 摄影伞插孔
3. 反光罩锁扣
4. 把手
5. 3.5mm同步端口
6. USB输出端口
7. 外置电源端口
8. 把手角度调节旋钮
9. 把手固定柱
10. 固定螺栓
后视图
11. LCD显示界面
12. 功能按钮1
13. 功能按钮2
14. 测试/闪光就绪按钮
15. 调节/确定旋钮
16. 电源开关
17. 造型灯开关
18. 功能按钮3
19. 功能按钮4
20. 光学信号传感器
前视图
21. 反光罩固定卡位
22. 玻璃防护灯罩
23. LED造型灯
24. 闪光灯灯管
25. 反光罩
注意：在使用Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯前，请仔细阅读
使用说明书。
Phottix Indra500 是一款由移动电源和交流电源供电的便携
式TTL影楼灯。内置无线电接收和光学无线接收功能。支持
TTL模式、手动模式（M）和频闪模式（Multi）。支持高速
同步（HSS）和后帘同步(SCS)。Phottix Indra500 TTL影
楼灯可以和Phottix多款现行闪光灯引闪器兼容使用。
安全须知
● 本产品内包含高压电器元件。请勿试图自行打开或进
行维修。 禁止让儿童接触本产品。
● 不要在有易燃气体、液体化学品或高电荷环境下使用
本产品。
● 确保所有插头、插座是可靠稳固连接的。
● 更换闪光灯管时，要先切断Indra500影楼灯和供电
电源的连接达10分钟以上。请小心，影楼灯灯管使用
后会很烫。
● 请勿用金属物体接触影楼灯的外置电源端口，有可能
触电或造成重伤！
● 请参考本说明书中的技术参数选择合适的电源。
● 外置电源应有良好的散热空间，请不要在布满粉尘及
固体悬浮的环境中使用。
● 本产品不具备防水特性，请远离雨、雪等高湿度的场
合。
● 请勿使用有机溶剂或含酒精的液体来清洁本产品。
● 影楼灯闪光时，请勿在影楼灯的灯头前放置不透光的
物体，否则影楼灯发出的热量将可能烧灼放置的物体
或是损坏影楼灯灯管！
● 请安全使用您的影楼灯。切勿在短距离内直接对着人
或动物的眼睛触发影楼灯，否则会损伤眼睛，甚至导
致失明。
● 请勿将产品置于高温环境下（如直射阳光、封闭的汽
车等）。
● 如在使用过程中出现冒烟或发出焦味时，请立即关闭
影楼灯的电源开关。
● 长期不使用时，请务必切断影楼灯的电源开关。
● 在使用闪光灯时，请务必取下灯头前盖，以免闪光时
温度过高，导致前盖变形或燃烧。
● 产品外壳在使用后会很烫，请勿触摸，有灼伤的危
险。
● 有关Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯 交流电源适配器的
妥善处理和回收，请咨询地方当局。
感谢您购买Phottix产品

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外置电源端口
通过外置电源端口可以将影楼灯连接至Phottix Indra交流电
源适配器和Phottix Indra移动电源。
请注意：
外接外置电源时，只能搭配Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯
专用的电源线。
连接影楼灯和外置电源
使用Phottix Indra移动电源时
1. 将Indra500 TTL影楼灯电源线的一端插入 Indra500 TTL
影楼灯的外置电源端口。（图一）
注：插入时请对准电源线和电源端口上的红点标记卡位。
图一
2. 将另一端插入Phottix Indra移动电源的闪光灯输出插孔。
（图二）
图二
3. 打开移动电源输出拨动开关。
4. 打开Indra500 TTL影楼灯电源开关。
使用Phottix Indra 交流电源适配器时
1. 将Indra500 TTL影楼灯电源线的一端插入 Indra500 TTL
影楼灯的外置电源端口。（图一）
注：插入时请对准电源线和电源端口上的红点标记卡位。
2. 将另一端插入Phottix Indra交流电源适配器的电源输出
插座。（图三）
图三
3. 将交流电源适配器接入到交流市电。
4. 打开交流电源适配器输入电源开关和电源输出开关。
5. 打开Indra500 TTL影楼灯电源开关。
断开影楼灯和外置电源
断开Phottix Indra移动电源时
1. 关闭Indra500 TTL影楼灯的电源开关。
2. 将移动电源开关打到“OFF”, 按照（图四）的方式拔下
影楼灯的电源线。
图四
3. 按照（图六）拔下影楼灯电源的另一端。
断开Phottix Indra交流电源时
1. 关闭Indra500 TTL影楼灯的电源开关。
2. 将交流电源输入/输出电源开关打到“OFF”，按照（图
五）所示拔下影楼灯的电源线。
图五
3. 按照（图六）所示从影楼灯上拔下电源线的另一端。
图六
反光罩的装卸
安装反光罩
1. 用一只手托住闪光灯灯体。
2. 另一只手将反光罩对准反光罩固定卡位。
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听到“咔”的声响。这样才能确保反光罩被可靠锁固。（图
七）
图七
4. 使用摄影伞时，请确保反光罩上的摄影伞插孔和Indra 影
楼灯上的摄影伞插孔对齐。
取下反光罩
1. 用一只手按箭头方向拨动反光罩锁扣按钮。
2. 另一只手按照箭头方向逆时针转动反光罩，即可拆卸反光
罩。（图八）
图八
注：取下反光罩时请保持反光罩与影楼灯平衡，不要碰到玻
璃罩。
使用摄影伞插孔
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯顶部的摄影伞插孔方便安装摄
影伞和伞式柔光箱。使用摄影伞插孔安装时非常简单：将伞
中间的伞把插入到Phottix Indra影楼灯上的插孔中。旋转摄
影伞插孔上的螺丝固定摄影伞。
使用柔光箱
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯上的反光罩固定卡位兼容保荣
卡口，可以用来安装柔光箱或其它饰光器材。柔光箱的拆装
方式和反光罩的拆装方式相同：
安装：将柔光箱卡口对准反光罩固定卡位，然后顺时针方向
转动，直到听到“咔”的声响。（如图七）
拆卸：向后拨动反光罩锁扣按钮，同时按逆时针方向转动柔
光箱卡口，即可拆卸柔光箱。（如图八）
同步端口和USB端口
1. 3.5mm同步端口可通过兼容的同步线连接至Phottix闪光
灯引闪器（ODIN TTL、Strato II、Strato TTL）或相机来引
闪Indra500 TTL影楼灯。
2. USB端口用于固件升级。软件最新公告及说明都会发布在
Phottix网站上。
注: 用同步端口连接引闪器只能使用手动模式。
传输频道
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯无线系统有4个频道：1、2、3
和4。处于无线接收模式下的Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯
需与引闪它的引闪装置或闪光灯设置为同一频道。
快速闪光功能
快速闪光功能允许影楼灯在还没有完全充满电时，即LED状
态指示灯亮绿灯的时候就可以进行闪光。快速闪光回电时间
较快。快速闪光对于短距离内的抓拍很有帮助。
快速闪光功能用于连拍模式，您可以在下面菜单功能中选择
连拍模式功能开启或关闭。
请注意:
快速闪光以闪光为优先。使用快速闪光拍摄较远处景物
时，可能会导致曝光不足。
闪光包围曝光
闪光包围曝光(FEB)可用来自动改变一组照片的闪光功率。
相机将记录一组不同曝光的照片。在拍摄移动的主体及在一
个拍摄场景中有多种不同灯光效果的情况下，使用闪光包围
曝光可以确保记录到合适曝光的照片。闪光包围曝光也可用
于高动态范围摄影。
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯支持闪光包围曝光功能，但该
功能的实现主要取决于使用的引闪器和相机是否具备该功
能，在Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯上不能设置闪光包围曝
光。更多关于闪光包围曝光的信息请参阅你的相机使用手
册。
闪光曝光锁定
闪光曝光锁定（FV锁定）可用来在拍摄照片前锁定闪光曝光
量，这对于在使用手动点测光的情况下，在一个场景中有多
种不同灯光效果很有帮助。在TTL模式下，通过相机上的功
能按钮可以开启闪光曝光锁定功能，更多闪光曝光锁定功能
和使用详情，请参阅相机使用手册。
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯支持闪光曝光锁定功能，但该
功能的实现主要取决于使用的引闪器和相机是否具备支持该
功能。更多关于闪光曝光锁定的信息请参阅你的相机使用手
册。
高速同步
高速同步（HSS/ 自动 FP）模式下，可以使用高于相机设
置的影楼灯同步速度（通常是1/200-1/250s）的快门速度
进行拍摄。在您需要使用光圈优先模式或限制环境光的情况
下，高速同步功能将很有帮助。高速同步能达到的同步速度
将可能因相机型号不同而有所差异，详情请参阅相机使用手
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请注意：
1. Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯支持高速同步功能，但此
影楼灯不能设置这项功能。需在您所使用的相机或引闪器
上设置高速同步功能。
2. 相机、触发器和接收模式都可以在很大程度上影响高速
同步模式。为取得最佳效果，使用高速同步模式时，您可
以选用本手册中兼容表里所列出的触发器。详请参阅引闪
器和相机使用手册。
3. 手动模式（Manual）和频闪模式（Multi）下不支持高
速同步。
4. 经常使用高速同步会缩短灯管寿命。
5.尼康的闪光灯协议可能会限制部分尼康相机的最大同步
速度。
产品兼容性
后帘同步
后帘同步（SCS）是在曝光快结束时触发影楼灯，而不是在
曝光开始时触发，它可以结合低快门速度达到创意性效果。
请注意：
1. Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯支持后帘同步功能，但灯
本身不能设置这项功能。需在您所使用的相机或引闪器上
设置后帘同步功能。详情请参阅引闪器和相机使用手册。
2. 频闪模式（Multi）不支持后帘同步。
测试/闪光就绪按钮（READY）
1. 按测试按钮将会触发影楼灯闪光，可用于手动模式下测
光。
2. 此按键也具有闪光灯回电指示功能，达到最小闪光电压时
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菜单功能参数设置
使用LCD显示屏下面的四个功能按钮，选定对应的功能设置
项。被选定的功能项在LCD显示屏上将会以红/白/黄色高亮
显示（LCD彩屏设置和LCD显示屏感应设置除外，这两项功
能将会以菜单形式显示），可以开始设置功能。
1. 通过“调节/确定旋钮”即可选择参数。
2. 参数设置完毕后，请再次按对应的功能按键或按压设置旋
钮确认，并退出参数编辑状态。
液晶显示屏显示界面
无线接收模式：
Odin-C,
Odin-N,
Strato II,
Opt-Slave
RX OFF
闪光模式：
TTL、M、Multi
快速闪光
: 开启
: 关闭
按键提示音
开启
关闭
菜单栏：
详见菜单功
能介绍
闪光曝光
补偿/闪光
输出
无线接收频道
无线接收组别 造型灯：
亮度级别：01-09九级、
OFF（关闭）
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自动存储功能
Phottix Indra500 TTL 能够自动保存影楼灯设置。即使关机
重启，之前所有设置仍将会保存在影楼灯内，直到下次您重
新设置为止。
造型闪光
1. 按相机上的景深预览按钮（如果相机上有）将会触发影
楼灯连续闪光约1秒。造型闪光有利于看到被摄体的光影
效果和光平衡（请阅读您的相机使用说明书获得更多关于
景深预览按钮功能的信息）。
2. 所有模式（TTL、手动（M）和频闪模式(Multi)）下都
可以使用造型闪光。
造型灯
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯配备一个LED造型灯。造型灯
有利于预览灯光的布置，还可以在黑暗的环境下提供辅助对
焦及照明用途。
造型灯有两种模式
1. 手动模式：01-09, 共9个亮度级别
2. 关闭模式（OFF）：造型灯将被关闭。
请注意：
1. 闪光灯闪光时，造型灯不会自动关闭。
2. 使用造型灯电量消耗会很大。
造型灯亮度参数设置
通过Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯 下的菜单选项
或者造型灯快捷按钮 开启或关闭造型灯。
通过菜单选项设置
1. 按功能按钮4，直至 出现在LCD显示屏上。
2. 按
对应的功能按钮。
3. 造型灯亮度选项被选定后，在LCD显示屏上，将会高亮
显示。
4. 旋转“调节/确定旋钮”可以选择手动模式（01-09亮度
级）或关闭模式（OFF）。
5. 设置完成后，按
对应的功能按钮或“调节/确定
旋钮”，确定并退出编辑模式。
通过造型灯按钮设置
1. 按造型灯按钮可以开启或关闭造型灯。
2. 造型灯开启后，造型灯选项
将会在LCD显示屏上高
亮显示。
3. 旋转“调节/确认旋钮” 可以选择手动模式（01-09亮
度级）或关闭模式（OFF）。
4. 按“调节/确定旋钮”，确定并退出编辑模式。
闪光模式
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯具有三种闪光模式：TTL模
式、手动模式（M）和频闪模式（Multi）。
TTL闪光模式
当Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯设置为TTL模式时，被引闪
时，影楼灯将会按照引闪装置上设置的闪光模式和闪光功率
闪光，即用户可以在Phottix Odin或其他兼容的Phottix引
闪器上调节影楼灯的闪光功率。
闪光曝光补偿
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯可以在±3档间以1/3档为增量
调节闪光曝光补偿(FEC)。闪光曝光补偿对于基于环境的需
要而需要微调TTL系统的情况有很大帮助。
请注意：
1. 如在引闪装置上设置为TTL模式（如果所使用的引闪装
置支持该功能），在Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯上也设
置为TTL模式，且两者都设置了EV补偿值，那么最终的EV
值是两者的EV设定值累计计算而得出来的。
2. 如在引闪装置上设置为M模式（如果所使用的引闪装置
支持该功能），在Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯上设置为
TTL模式，且在影楼灯上设置了EV补偿值，那么Phottix
Indra500 TTL影楼灯上设置的EV补偿值也将参与最终的
闪光输出量的计算。
手动闪光模式（M）
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯设置为手动模式（M），影楼
灯将会按照设置的手动闪光功率闪光，而不能在主控端的引
闪器或闪光灯上调节影楼灯的闪光模式和闪光功率。影楼
灯的手动模式（M）闪光功率可在1/128，1/64，1/32，
1/16，1/8，1/4，1/2，1/1 中以1/3 档为增量设置。
频闪闪光模式（Multi）
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯设置为频闪模式（Multi），
可以发出一系列快速闪光。您可以在Phottix Indra500 TTL
影楼灯上设置功率、频率和闪光次数。频闪模式有利于在同
一张照片上拍摄移动的被摄体的多个图像以达到特殊效果。
Phottix Indra500 TTL影楼灯设置为频闪模式（Multi），
影楼灯将会按照自身设置的手动闪光功率、闪光次数
（1-100次）和闪光频率（1-100Hz）闪光，而不能在主控
端的引闪器或闪光灯上调节影楼灯的闪光模式和闪光功率。
影楼灯频闪模式（Multi）的闪光功率可在1/128，1/64，
1/32，1/16，1/8，1/4中以整档为增量设置。