Profoto AirRemote TTL-C User manual

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User guide
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Congratulations on your new
Profoto product!
Regardless ifyou chose a newflash or a new light shaping tool,know
thatalmosthalfacentury’sworthofexperiencewasputintoitsmaking.
If the years have taught us one thing, it is to never neglect a single
detail.We only put ourname on a product in whichwe have the fullest
confidence. Before shipping, every one of our products passes an
extensive and strict testing program. Unless it complies with the
specified performance,qualityand safety,it is a no-go.
As a result, we are confident that your new Profoto product will stay
withyouforyearsand helpyougrowasaphotographer. Butgettingthe
productisonlythe beginningofthatjourney. Usingitforlightshapingis
therealadventure.Thatiswhywetakeprideinprovidingyouwithsuch
awideassortmentoflightshapingtools,allowingyoutoshape thelight
in anywayyou can imagine.
The almost infinite possibilities might seem bewildering at first, but
we’re certain you will soon get the hang ofit.
Still, I encourage you to sign up for our newsletter at www.profoto.
com/newsletter orvisit our blog at www.profoto.com/blog so thatwe
can share our experience from almost 50 years of light shaping and
hopefullyinspireyouto growevenfurther. EnjoyyourProfotoproduct!
ConnyDufgran,founder

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General safety instructions
Safety Precautions!
Donot operate the equipment beforestudying the instruction manual and these safetyinstructions.Make
surethatProfotoSafetyInstructionsisalwaysaccompaniedtheequipment!Profotoproductsareintended
forindoorconditions use.Donot place oruse the equipmentwhereit can be exposedto moisture,extreme
electromagneticfields,orin areaswith flammable gasesor dust! Do notexpose the equipment to dripping
orsplashing.Donotexposetheequipment tohastytemperaturechangesinhumid conditionsas thiscould
leadtocondensationwaterintheunit.Donotconnect thisequipment toflashequipmentfromotherbrands.
Equipment must only be serviced,modified orrepaired by authorized and competent service personnel.
Caution – Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by incorrect type.
Note about RF!
This equipment makes use of the radio spectrum and emits radio frequency energy. Proper care
should be taken when the device is integrated in Systems. Make sure that all specifications within this
documentarefollowed,especiallythose concerningtemperatureandsupplyvoltagerange.Makesure
the device is operated according to local regulations.The frequency spectrum this device is using is
shared with otherusers.Interference cannot be ruled out.
Final Disposal
When the product reaches end of service, do not dispose of it with your other household waste.
Equipment contains battery, electrical and electronic components that could be harmful to the
environment.Equipment may be returned to Profoto distributors free of charge for recycling. Follow
local legislation fordisposal of batteries, electrical and electronic components, respectively.

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Table of Contents
General safety instructions.............................................................................................4
System description & compatible products............................................................. 7
General notes on wireless operation with Profoto Air............................................8
Nomenclature .....................................................................................................................9
Operating instructions ................................................................................................... 10
Quick guide...................................................................................................... 10
Power on/o......................................................................................................11
Channel selection............................................................................................11
Sync selecetion (1st curtain, 2nd curtain and HSS)..............................11
HSS.......................................................................................................................11
Mode selection (TTL or Manual) ................................................................12
Operation in TTL mode (Automatic mode).............................................12
Operation in MAN mode...............................................................................14
Test sync........................................................................................................... 15
Other .................................................................................................................................... 16
Factory reset.................................................................................................... 16
Battery check & built-in power saving.................................................... 16
Check Firmware ............................................................................................. 16
Upgrade Firmware......................................................................................... 16
Technical data....................................................................................................................17
Regulatory information .................................................................................................. 19

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System description & compatible
products
The small, lightweight Air Remote TTL-C is designed to make off-
camera flash easy. Mounted on the camera hot shoe, it acts as a
wireless extension ofyourcamera toyourProfoto flashes,combining
TTL(Through-The-Lens)exposurecontrolwiththeoptiontomanually
adjust and syncyour Profoto lights.
• TheAirRemoteTTL-CisspecificallydesignedforCanoncameras
that use Canon’s E-TTL II metering system.
• Some camera models may not be supported or have limited
functionality.Createafreeuseraccountonprofoto.com/myprofoto
to check and install lastest firmware version or download release
notewith updated listing of supported cameras.
• The Air Remote TTL-C operates with Profoto flash units and
generators,with built-in ProfotoAir functionalityaccording to the
table below.
• The AirRemote TTL-C can also be used to triggerthe Air Remote
and AirSync ProfotoAir transceivers.
• TheAirRemoteTTL-CisnotcompatiblewithCanonEXSpeedlites
orothernon-Profotoflashes.
• The Air Remote TTL-C is not compatible with any 3rd party radio
triggering systems.
Air labeling
on Profoto
flash
Enabled features onAir Remote TTL-C
Manual sync Remote control TTL HSS
AirTTL X X X X
Air X X
AirS X

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General notes on wireless operation with
Profoto Air
TheProfotoAirchannels[1-8]useeightspecificfrequenciesin the 2.4
GHz band and have an operating range ofup to 300 meters (1000ft).
The frequencies are evenly distributed over the entire frequency
band.Since each channel uses a different radio frequency,it possible
to select a channel without interference from other photographers
using ProfotoAir,WLAN/Bluetooth devices orotherradio equipment
operating on the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
• Keep cables and cords awayfrom antennas.
• Maintain line ofsight between the AirRemoteTTL-C and the flash
unitwheneverpossible
• Whenhidingtheflashfromview,trytonothide it behind oragainst
metal orwater-filled objects as this will affect the radio range.

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Nomenclature
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1. ON button
2. Display
3. Energybuttons
4. Group buttons (A,B,C)
5. Test button
6. Mode button
7. Sync button
8. Channel button
9. Head button
10. Model button
11
12
13
14
11. Batterycompartment
12. Hot shoe connector
13. USB port
14. Locking mechanism

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Operating instructions
Quickguide
Fordetailed instructions,refer to the subsequent sections.
ProfotoFlashsetups
1. Set the flash to synchronization via Radio/Air (may differ by flash
model).
2. Select the same radio channel on all flashes.
3. Selectthesamegroup(A,BorC)foralllampheadstobecontrolled
simultaneously.
AirremoteTTL-C
1. Slidethehotshoe connectoron theAirRemoteTTL-Cintothehot
shoeofthecamera.TurntheLockingmechanism[14]tosecurethe
device.
2. Switch on the remote.
3. Select the same radio channel on the remote as on theflashes.
4. PresstheModebutton[6]totogglebetweenTTL(Automatic)and
MAN (Manual) mode.
5. Press the A,B or C button to select the corresponding group.
6. When a group is selected:
a)PresstheHEADbutton[9]toturnon/offthelampheads/flashes.
b) Press the MODEL button [10] to turn on/offthe modeling light.
c) Press the ENERGY buttons [3] to adjust the energy level for
the group in relation to the other groups (TTL mode) or the energy
level for the group (MAN mode). Since energy adjustments work
differently in TTL mode and Manual mode we recommend to
carefullyreadthe detailedinstructionsforoperationin bothmodes
on page 11-13 ofthis user guide.
7. Press the TEST button [5] to manually transmit a sync signal, in
orderto test the settings.

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Poweron/off
1. PressandholddowntheON button[1]toswitchon/offtheremote.
Note!
The remote automatically turns off after 30 minutes of inactivity. The auto power off can be deactivated by
pressing and holding the“Energy+”button [3] when starting the remote. Deactivation is confirmed by two short
beeps.
Note that when auto power offis deactivated new batteries will drain in approximately20 hours of inactive use.
Channelselection
The currentlyselected channel is shown in the CHANNELsection on
the Display[2].
1. Press the Channel button [8] repeatedlyuntil the desired channel
is displayed.
Syncselecetion(1stcurtain,2ndcurtainandHSS)
The selected sync setting (cameras sync setting) is shown in the SYNC
section on the Display[2].
Press the Sync button [7] to cycle through the sync options:
• 1st: Theflashes firewhen the first shuttercurtain is fully open.
• 2nd: Theflashes fire just before the second curtain starts
traveling.
• Hi-S: HSS (High Speed Sync) mode is selected.
NOTE:
The sync setting can also be selected in the camera menu. Refer to the camera’s userguide.
HSS
HSS enables shooting with flash at a faster shutter speed than the
fastest external flash sync speed (x-sync) of the camera, all the way
down to 1/8000s (may differ between camera models). This option
can be extremely useful to limit the influence of ambient light when
shooting in bright conditions.

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Note!
* During a HSS flash,the flash is pulsing to provide a constant light output during the time when the shutter is
open.To ensure a perfect exposure and a stable flash pulse, theflash uses only the upper part ofits powerrange
when in HSS Mode.Exact range may differ between flash models.
* Frequent use of HSS will have an impact on the life-time of theflash tube.
*YourremoteandAirTTLflashmayrequire a firmwareupdate in orderto use thisfeature.The lastest updates and
a list of compatible cameras is available on profoto.com/myprofoto.Create your personal account and login to
access all new upgrades.
Modeselection(TTLorManual)
The currently selected mode is shown in the MODE section on the
Display[2].
1. PresstheModebutton[6]totogglebetweenTTLandMAN mode.
• TTL mode:The camera dictates the light output of the flashes.
The relationship between the energy levelsfor group A,B and
C can be adjusted.
• MAN mode: The light outputfor group A,B and C can be
controlled manually.
OperationinTTLmode(Automaticmode)
InTTLmodethecameradictatesthe lightoutputoftheflashes.Ifmore
than one light is used the relationship between the energy levels for
group A, B and C can be adjusted. This can, for example, be used to
achieve more light on one side ofthe object.
• Press the A, B or C Group button [4] to select the group you want
to adjust.
•
Use the ENERGY buttons [3] to set the relative light output for the
selected group,in relation to the othergroups.The relations can be
set ±2.0 f-stop for each group A, B or C. Relations should not be
confusedwith exposurecompensation.Carefullyread all the notes
in the end of this section!
• PresstheModelbutton[10]toturnon/offthe modelinglightinthe
selected group.
• Press the Head button [9] to turn on/off the lamp heads in the
selected group (if the heads in a group are turned off,the relation
valuefor that group will display‘--’)
• When changing from MAN mode to TTL mode, the previous TTL
relationvalue is displayed.

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Example ofremote Display[2] settings in TTLmode operation
The figure shows the Display[2] when:
• TTL mode,1st-curtain sync and channel 1 are selected.
• Group C is selected to be adjusted.
• The relative light output from lights in groupA is set to 2.5 f-stops
more than lights in group C.(A to +1.5 f-stops and C to -1.0 f-stops).
• Lights/Heads in Group B are turned off.
• The modeling light is turned on in both group Aand C.
NOTE:
• Relation values should not be mistaken for flash exposure compensation. To compensate the total flash
exposurealwaysuse theflashexposurecompensationfunctionin thecamera.Refertocameramanualfordetails.
• IfflasheswithoutProfotoAirTTLsupportareusedin combinationwithProfotoAirTTLflashes inTTLmode,the
flashoutputs of the non-TTLflashesareadded to the totalflash exposure.Such flashes canfor instancebe used
to manually set the exposure on the background.
• If a Profoto AirTTL compatible flash is set to group D, E orF,it will be synchronized but not be part of theTTL
calculation.The flash outputs oftheseflashes areadded to the totalflashexposure andcan forinstance be used
to manually set the exposure on the background.

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OperationinMANmode
WiththeAirRemoteTTL-CsettoMANmode,thelightoutputforgroups
A,B and C can be adjusted manually. Byalternating between TTLand
MAN mode,you can testyourwayto the perfect light.
• Press the A, B or C Group button [4] to select the corresponding
group.
• To select all groups,press one ofthe Group button [4] two times.
• UsetheENERGYbuttons[3]toadjustthelightoutputforthegroup.
Theadjustment(increase/decrease)alwaysstartsfromthecurrent
light output setting and the adjustment value is momentarily
shown in the ENERGY section on the Display[2].
• PresstheModelbutton[10]toturnon/offthe modelinglightinthe
selected group.
• Press the Head button [9] to turn on/off the lamp heads in the
selected group (if the heads in a group are turned off,the relation
valuefor that group will display‘--’)
Example ofremote Display[2] settings in MANmode operation

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The figure shows the Display[2] when:
• MAN mode,1st-curtain sync,and channel 1 are selected.
• Group C is selected to be adjusted.
• Lights/Heads in Group B are turned off.
• The modeling light is turned on in both group A and C.If the light
output for group A or C is adjusted, the energy change will be
shown momentarily.
NOTE:
• Press the ENERGYbutton to increase/decrease in 1/10 f-stop increments.
• Press and hold down the ENERGY button to increase/decrease in 1 f-stop increments.
• Ifa light output cannotbe set bythe flash because it is outside its energy range,theAirRemoteTTL-C beeps
to signal that the command was not executed.The light output of all flashes in the selected group then remains
unchanged.
• When all groups are selected the remote will also control lights in group D,E orF (selected on flash).
Testsync
• Press theTest button [6] to manually transmit a sync signal.

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Other
Factoryreset
Reset theAir Remote TTL-C to factory settings:
• Switch offthe AirRemoteTTL-C.
• Press and hold down the C button [4] and the ON button [1]
simultaneously.
Batterycheck&built-inpowersaving
Thelowbatterysymbolis displayedwhen the batteryvoltagereaches
a critical level.
To save battery, the display is partially dimmed after 20 seconds of
inactivity. Turns inactive after 2 minutes of inactivity. Press the ON
button [1] to switch on the display.The display also switches on when
any of the function buttons are used.
CheckFirmware
Press and hold the MODE button [6]for10 seconds when the remote
is turned on.
UpgradeFirmware
We recommend that you look for firmware upgrades before you start
usingyournewAirRemoteTTL-C.
Toaccessthelatestfreeupgradesyoucreateyourpersonalaccounton
profoto.com/myprofoto.Once you have an account you can register
your products and be sure you get noticed when new upgrades are
released.
Upgrade of firmware is made via the USB port [13] on the remote,
following the instructions provided in the upgrade application
downloaded from profoto.com/myprofoto. You can always contact
yourlocal dealer or distributor for professional service.

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Technical data
Specifications
Frequencyband 2.4 GHz (2404 to 2479.3 MHz)
No offrequencychannels 8 (1-8)
Radio Power Output Maximum 10 mW
No of groups per channel 3 (A-C)
Operation modes TTL & Manual
CameraTTLcompatibility Canon E-TTL II
Sync modes: 1st curtain,2nd curtain & Hi-S (HSS)
Camera mount/
Connectors
Hot shoe mount for Canon.
USB mini connectorforfirmware
upgrades.
Range Up to 300 m (1000ft) for normal
triggering
Up to 100 m (330ft) for remote
control andTTL
Batterytype 2xAAA,1.5V (Not lithium)
Typical battery lifetime 30 hours
Antenna type Integrated
LCD display Yes
Auto power off Remote:Turns off after 30 min of
inactivity (Can be deactivated)
Display: Partiallydimmed after 20
seconds of inactivity.Turns inactive
after2 minutes of inactivity.

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Supported ProfotoAir functionality
Flash Sync/Trigger Yes,Air RemoteTTL-C triggers Air
Remote &Air Sync transceivers plus
all Profotoflashes labeled AirTTL,Air
andAirS.
Remote control Yes,Air RemoteTTL-C works as a
manual remote control for all Profoto
flashes labeled AirTTL &Air.
TTL control TTLwith group controlfor all Profoto
flashes labelled AirTTL.
HSS HSS for all Profoto flashes labelled
AirTTL.
Measurements
Dimensions 75x60x35 mm / 2.9x2.3x1.4 in
Weight 75 g / 2.6 oz including batteries
All figures are to be considered as nominal and Profoto reserves the right
make changes without further notice.

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Regulatory information
World-wideUsageofRadioSpectrum
TheProfotoAirsystemsoperateon the license-free2.4GHz ISM band
for SRD (Short Range Devices).This band may be used in most parts
of theworld.Regional restrictions mayapply.
NOTE
Referto national regulations for the region where the Profoto Air Remote TTL -C shall
be operated and make sure that they are followed.
EUDeclarationofConformity
Hereby,Profoto AB declares that the radio equipment type Profoto Air
RemoteTTL -C is in compliancewith Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address:
https://profoto.com/int/support/declaration-of-conformity
UnitesStatesandCanada
FCCSuppliersDeclarationofConformity(SDoC)
ProfotoAB
Transmitter/ Receiver
MODEL: ProfotoAir Remote TTL-C
PRODUCTNO: PCA5311-0000
Contains FCC ID: W4G-RMI3
and IC: 8167A-RMI3
Designed and manufactured in Sweden.
ResponsibleParty-U.S.ContactInformation
ProfotoUS
Profoto US
220 ParkAve
Suite 120
Florham Park NJ 07932
[phone]
[e-mail]

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F.C.C.andIndustryCanada
Compliance Statement (Part 15.19) This device complies with Part 15
of FCC rules and RSS-210 of IndustryCanada.
Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:
1. this device may not cause harmful interference and,
2. this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that maycause undesired operation.
Theterm‘IC’beforethecertification/registrationnumberonlysignifies
that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Ce dispositif est conforme aux normes RSS-210 d’Industrie Canada.
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions
suivantes :
1. il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et
2. l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de
compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
Les lettres ‘IC’ n’ont aucune autre signification ni aucun autre but
que d’identifier ce qui suit comme le numéro de certification/
d’enregistrement d’Industrie Canada.
Warning(Part15.21)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authorityto operate
the equipment.
FCCRadioFrequencyExposure
WARNING: The Profoto Air Remote TTL -C device radiates radio
frequency energy at a level below the United States FCC radio
frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device should be used
in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal
operation is minimized.Forhandheld operation,this device has been
tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when the device is
positioned a minimum of 1.0 cm from the body.