Pixel King User manual

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Wireless T TL Flash Trigger
King
For Nikon
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing Pixel product --- King. King achieves high-sync
flash shooting with Nikon cameras and other creative lighting function
including I-TTL, M, FP etc. King supports shutter speeds up to 1/8000 s.
King has 3 different groups; each group can use multiple units and set each
as individual power settings.
Please read this instruction manual completely and ensure proper
operations with your flashgun before using this product.
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Overview
Thank you for purchasing PIXEL product.
King Basic
Wireless System
System Mode
Transmitter
Transmitter
Suitable Battery
Standby
Flash Mode
Distance Range
Receiver
Receiver
Sync Mode
Sync Speed
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Sticker
Battery
Compartment
Battery
Compartment
Mounting Foot
Group
Indicator
Hot Shoe
Channel
Indicator
Operation Indicator
Group setting
button (GP SET)
Channel setting
button (CH SET)
Eyelet
Power Switch
USB Socket
PC sync socket
Wireless Channel
Group Control
Function
Compatible Flash
Focusing light
Digital FSK 2.4GHz
Output will support PC port and hot shoe trigger
USB socket , PC port , Hot shoe output
TransmitterAA x 2pcs(support 1.2V rechargeable
battery)or DC 5V power
Trans mitter 200Hrs
I-TTL、TTL、M ,multi flash
100M
Output support TTL, Hot shoe and connecting cable socket.
USB socket , PC port , Hot shoe output
ReceiverAA x 2pcs(support 1.2V rechargeable
battery)or DC 5V power
Receiver 100Hr s
1st Curtain, 2nd Curtain, High Speed Sync,
Red-eye reduction
1/8000S
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3 different groups (7 different combinations)
King supports flash zooming, focal length, ISO,
shutter speed, FV lock and FP
Flashgun, Studio light and outdoor light
Transmitter support focusing light
Performance
Trigger Mode
Socket
Power
Function
Support EV
Support flash group setting on transmitter
Support 1st Curtain, 2nd Curtain and High speed sync
Support High speed sync for studio and outdoor light
Support well known brand flashes for High speed sync and TTL.
Support well known brand flashes for trig ger.
(May not support hight speed sync and TTL flash or other functio n)
Support firmware upgrade
Support multi receiver control
Support flash focusing light
Follow camera instructions for above usage.
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Make sure the camera and flash are powered off before installing the
King.
As an electronic accessory this may be affected by rare environmental
causes. Normal working operations should not be affected by this.
Drops or shocks will lead to product failure.
When not in use for long durations, please turn off the transmitter ’s and
the receiver's power and remove the battery.
The batteries should be installed correctly. Reverse polarity may cause
batteries to leak corrosive liquids, heat or explosion.
When connecting the cable with the device, do not pull directly on the
wires.
Do not store in a high temperature, such as an enclosed car under direct
sunlight, the dashboard and other high-temperature areas.
Keep dry, do not touch the product with wet hands. Do not immerse in
water or exposed to rain as this may lead to failure of the device.
Do not use near flammable gases. Failure to follow this warning may
cause explosion or fire.
This product includes batteries; please strictly follow the instruction for
proper operation. Failure to follow this may cause explosions, fire or
personal injury.
Cautions
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Please check the listed items below in the package, please contact your dealer if there
are missing items.
Included items
Receiver Holder
Universal Flash
Holder SF-18
PC-1/4 Connecting Cable (6.35mm)
PC-3.5 Connecting Cable
King Transmitter
King Receiver
Instruction Manual
PC-1/4 Connecting Cable (6.35mm)
PC-3.5 Connecting Cable
USB 2.0 Cable
Universal Flash Holder SF-18
1pc
1pc
1pc
Receiver Holder
1pc
1pc
1pc
1pc
1pc
Name of each part
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Channel
Indicator
Group
Indicator
Hot Shoe
Operation Indicator
Sticker
Battery
Compartment
Battery
Compartment
Trigger pin
Mounting Foot
USB Socket
PC sync socket
Channel setting
button (CH SET)
Group setting
button (GP SET)
Power Switch Eyelet
Transmitter
Eyelet: Use strap or lanyard to hold the device
Hot Shoe: Hot shoe port for output, airborne flash is available for install
Channel setting button (CH SET): Set the channel of device . Slightly press
the button to check the current status; press again or hold for 2sec to enter
setting mode.
Group setting button (GP SET): Set the group of device. Slightly press the
button to check the current status; press again or hold for 2sec to enter setting
mode.
Channel Indicator/Group Indicator: These indicator lights show the group or
channel working status.
Operation Indicator: Show the statue of power , transmission and output . blue
light will flicking slowly under the stand-by mode ; blue light will flicking quickly
under the Normal transmission ; red light will flicking quickly when under low
power .
Battery Compartment: Compartment for 2pcs AA battery, 1.2V to 1.6V
Receiver Lock Ring: Suitable to attach on tripod or screw nut.
PC Socket: The receiver is the output. It can connect studio light and outdoor
flash. The transmitter is the input.
Power Switch: Switch to OFF to turn off the device; switch to ON to turn on the
device.
Transmitter Mounting Foot: Input interface connection with camera hot shoe.
UBS Socket: Used for firmware upgrade, DC 5V power supply.
Sticker: Showing product S/N number, battery type on the sticker.
Receiver
Support three flash groups with different flash ratio

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CH
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GP
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Thank you for purchasing PIXEL product and read this instruction manual
carefully. If you have any question please kindly contact our local dealer or visit
http://www.pixelhk.com.
The information in this manual is updated to 1st January, 2012. If you want to
use together with other product released after this date, please consult Pixel’s
dealer for related information.
Firmware upgrade link: http://pixelhk.com/down/kingnikon
The setting will be saved after the power is off, even the setting of each
channel is different.
1、Power
King is using 2-steps power
switch; switch to OFF to turn
off and switch to ON to turn
on.
Transmitter and receiver are
using 2pcs AA battery which
are compatible with 1.2V
battery;also supports 5V DC
power supplied through USB
socket.
Slightly press CH SET or GP SET button can check the current status of
the device and enter into the setting mode. Press CH SET or GP SET
button again can enter into next group or channel.
Setting Method: After entering into the setting mode, slight press CH SET
or GP SET button to switch the setting. Leaving it for 3 seconds to close
LED and exit the setting mode. Or press another SET button to close
LED, exit and save the setting.
2. Channel or Group:
Show the statue of power , transmission and output . blue light will
flicking slowly under the stand-by mode ; blue light will flicking quickly
under the Normal transmission ; red light will flicking quickly when under
low power .
3、Operation Indicator
Channel indicator has 3 red indicators which are L1, L2, and L3.
Transmitter and receiver use the same setting method and can be set as
7 different channels. [L1]、 [L2 ]、 [L3]、 [L1、 L2]、 [L2、 L3]、 [ L1、 L3]、
[L1、L2、L3].
Group indicator are 3 red indicators which are A, B and C. Transmitter and
receiver use the same setting method and transmitter can be set as 7 different
groups. [A]、[B]、[C]、[A、B]、[B、C]、[A、C]、[A、B、C].
GP
SET
GP
SET
GP
SET
Receiver can be set as 3 different groups.
[A]、[B]、[C].
1. Loosen the transmitter lock ring to the right and insert into camera hot
shoe; tighten the transmitter lock ring to the left.
Device Installation
1. Insert flashgun to receiver’s hot shoe.
2. Follow the flashgun locking system to lock the flash.
3. Insert this receiver on the multi use flash holder and tight the transmitter
lock ring to the left.
Transmitter Installation
Receiver Installation
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A B
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Airborne light TTL+Studio light
lead lights from the machine
when the transmitter seted as ABC , the flashes
which installed A,B and C 'receiver will flashing
Group Flashing
when the transmitter seted as A , the flashes which installed A 'receiver will flashing
when the transmitter seted as B , the flashes which installed B 'receiver will flashing
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Support TTL hi-speed sync mode Support manual hi-speed sync mode
Off-lead flashing studio lights Off-lead flashing airborne lights
Operation Instruction
The following picture shows how to operate the compatiable camera and
speedlite.(The example devices are Nikon D700 camera and SB-910 speedlite)
Camera Mode
Flash Mode
Support high-speed sync Support white balance
Support exposure compensation Support ISO sensitivity
Picture shows the lead flashing operation from the machine
The transmitter is mounted on the hot shoe of the top of the camera, trigger
off-camera flash sync
The transmitter supports the installation of the airborne light without affecting
the TTL communication of the airborne light and the camera and can send out
the flashing signals simultaneously, trigger off-camera studio lights or
airborne lights with TTL sync.
Airborne light TTL+Airborne
off-camera TTL light or flash
when the transmitter seted as AB , the flashes which installed A and B 'receiver will flashing