Profoto Connect User manual
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User guide
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Congratulations on your new
Profoto product!
Light is the essence of the image because without light,
there is no image.
The Profoto product you hold in your hand is the result of
overhalf a centuryof experience and expertise.It has been
meticulously designed not just to deliver light – but to
deliver great light. Light that’s natural and beautiful. Light
that will help you grow and develop as an image creator.
Light that will open up aworld ofcreative possibilities.
Sign up to MyProfoto or visit www.profoto.com/profoto-
stories, to discover how image creators like you from all
overtheworldusetheirProfotoproductstocreatebeautiful
images.Howtheyuselighttocaptivate,enthrallandinspire.
EnjoyyourProfoto product!
ConnyDufgran,founder.
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General safety instructions
Safety Precautions!
Do not operate the equipment before studying the instruction manual
andthese safetyinstructions.Makesurethat ProfotoSafetyInstructions
is always accompanied the equipment. Profoto products are intended
for indoor conditions use. Do not place or use the equipment where it
canbe exposed tomoisture,extremeelectromagneticfields,orin areas
withflammable gasesordust! Do notexposethe equipmenttodripping
or splashing. Do not expose the equipment to hasty temperature
changes in humid conditions as this could lead to condensation water
in the unit. Equipment must only be serviced,modified or repaired by
authorized and competent service personnel.
Note about RF!
This equipment makes use of the radio spectrum and emits radio
frequencyenergy.Make sure the device is operated according to local
regulations.The frequency spectrum this device isusing is shared with
otherusers.Interferencecannotbe ruled out.Duetovaryingregulations
and limits on radio transmissions Profoto Connect has a power output
setting.Some countries does not allow use of the full power mode PO,
please refer to your country specific section in the user guide to see
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the maximum allowed power setting allowed by national regulations.
Please note that reducing the power output will affect the range of the
device.Regulationschange fromtime to time,so please make sureyou
areusingthelatestfirmwareand instructionstoensurecompliancewith
rulesand regulations.Thesecan bedownloadedfreefrom Profoto.com.
Final Disposal
When the product reach 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 legislationfor disposal of batteries,electrical and
electronic components,respectively.
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Table of Contents
General safety instructions........................................................4
About the product ........................................................................7
Getting started.............................................................................. 8
Profoto app ...................................................................................12
Profoto Air compatibility...........................................................14
Technical data..............................................................................16
Warranty.........................................................................................19
Regulatory information ............................................................20
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About the product
ProfotoConnect is ourveryfirstbutton-freetriggerand has
beencreatedspecificallyforyou,theaspiringimage creator
thatwantstofindnewwaystobecreativewithphotography.
Becausenow,you can createnatural-looking lightanytime,
anywhere.
This small and carefullydesigned pod allows you to trigger
your lights from the top of your camera with just three
settings; off,auto and manual.
This is the powerof simplicity.This is the freedom to create.
This is you allowing your imagination to run wild. Because
the truth is, created light can be every bit as beautiful as
natural light,and just as easy to workwith.
This is you beingfree to create.
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Getting started
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1. Status indicator
2. Hot shoe connector
3. USB-C port
4. Release button
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Howtoconnectthe ProfotoConnectwiththe
Profotoapp
1. Start the Profoto app on your smartphone.
2. Find and connect to your devicevia Bluetooth.The
name includes a part of the serial numberthat is
printed on the Profoto Connect.
3. Use the Profoto appfor instructions,inspiration and
expanded creative tools.
4. Start shooting!
HowtouseProfotoConnect inAutomode
1. Attach the Profoto Connect to the camera’s hot shoe
and turn it to AUTO (automatic mode).A goodflash
powerwill now be set foryou automatically.
2. Start shooting!
3. You can makeyour images brighter ordarker byfine-
tuning the automatic flash power in the Profoto app.
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HowtouseProfotoConnect inManualmode
1. Attach the Profoto Connect to the camera’s hot shoe
and turn it to MANUAL(manual mode).You can now
control the flash power manually.
2. Open the Profoto app to get access to all additional
features.
3. Start shooting!
Additionalnotes
• To detach the Profoto Connect from yourcamera, press
the release button and slide it off.
• To charge the battery, connect the device to a power
source with the USB-C to USB-Acharging cable.
• The default radio settingfor Profoto Connect is
channel = 1.
• Profoto Connect automaticallyenters sleep mode after
30 minutes of inactivityand switches off completely
after 60 minutes.
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Statusindicator
Blue Connecting to the Profoto appvia
Bluetooth.
Blinking: Bluetooth connection has
ended.
White Readyforoperation.
Green Batteryis charged.
Yellow Low battery/Battery is charging.
Red Criticallylow battery.
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Profoto app
Use the Profoto app for additional remote control features
and easy upgrades:
• Auto offset:When Profoto Connect is in automatic
mode,you can add an offset to the default energy
output to make all images a little brighter or a little
darker.
• Energy: When Profoto Connect is in manual mode,
increase or decrease the energy output of your flash.
• Sync selection (if supported by your camera): Switch
from 1st sync to 2nd sync ifyou want theflash to fire at
the end of the image exposure.
• Easy upgrade: Upgrade your productwirelessly to
benefit from ourcontinuous product improvements.
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• Channel selection: If anotherphotographer is using the
same channel,you have 19 other channels to choose
from so thatyour products don’t interfere with each
other.
• Radio poweroutput: Adjust the radio poweroutput
to remain compliantwith national regulations and
restrictions.
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Profoto Air compatibility
• Profoto Connect-C is designedfor Canon cameras
using Canon’s E-TTL II metering system.
• Profoto Connect-N is designedfor Nikon cameras
using Nikon’s i-TTL metering system.
• Profoto Connect -S is designed forSony cameras
using Sony’s TTL II metering system.
• Profoto Connect -F is designedfor Fuji cameras using
Fuji’s TTL metering system.
• Profoto Connect-O is designedfor Olympus cameras
using Olympus’TTL metering system.
• Some camera models maynot be supported or have
limited functionality. See profoto.com for the latest
information on camera compatibility.
• Profoto Connect can also be used to triggerthe Air
Remote andAir Sync Profoto Airtransceivers.
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• Profoto Connect is not compatiblewith any third-party
radio triggering systems,speed lights or non-Profoto
flashes.
• Profoto Connect operateswith Profotoflash units
and generators,with built-in Profoto Airfunctionality
according to the table below.
Air labeling
on Profoto
flash
Enabled features on Profoto Connect
Manual
sync
Remote
control
TTL HSS
AirTTL X X X X
Air X X
AirS X
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Technical data
Synchronizationand Control
Smartphone control Yes,via Bluetooth through
Profoto app
ProfotoAirTTL Yes,built-inAirTTLreceiver
and transmitter
Operation modes Auto/Manual
Auto poweroff Yes,after 60 minutes of
inactivity
RadioFrequencySpecifications
Profoto Air2.4 GHz
Frequency Band
2.4GHz (2404to2479.3MHz)
No.offrequency
channels
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Radio PowerOutput Maximum <19.9 dBm1
Range Up to 300m (1000 ft) (free
line of sight in open space)2
Bluetooth Low EnergyTechnology
Frequency Band
2.4 GHz (2404 to 2479.3 MHz)
No.offrequency
channels
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Radio PowerOutput Maximum 8 dBm
1. Output power varies with setting in the Profoto app.
2. Actual range will vary due to site layout, surrounding materials
and other radio transmissions.
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Battery
Batterytype Li-Polymer
Typical battery
lifetime
> 30 hours (depending on
usage)
Miscellaneous
Firmware update Via Bluetoothfrom Profoto
app
Measurements
Diameter 45 mm
Height 29 mm
Weight 43 g
All technical data are to be considered as nominal and
Profoto reserves the right make changes without further
notice.
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Regulatory information
World-wideUsageofRadioSpectrum
The Profoto Air and Bluetooth systems operate on the
license-free 2.4GHz ISM band for SRD (Short Range
Devices).This band may be used in most parts of theworld.
Regional restrictions mayapply.
Note:
Refer to national regulations for the regionwhere the Profoto Connect
shall be operated and make sure that theyare followed.
EUDeclarationofConformity
Hereby,Profoto AB declares that the radio equipment type
Profoto Connect is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/
EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformityis available
at the following internet address: https://profoto.com/int/
support/declaration-of-conformity
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