Vello FreeWave Fusion Basic User manual

FREEWAVE
FUSION
USER MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Vello FreeWave
Fusion Wireless Shutter/Flash/Grouping
Remote. This device triggers o-camera
lights remotely from up to 300 feet away.
With its multiple groups feature, you can
easily configure up to three dierent light
groups, which can be triggered individually
or simultaneously, for a total of seven
dierent combinations. (Simultaneous
triggering of multiple light groups requires
additional FreeWave Fusion Receivers
available for purchase separately.)
Additionally, the FreeWave Fusion
incorporates the conveniences of a wireless
shutter release, allowing you to trip the
shutter without disturbing the camera. It’s
ideal for taking pictures of subjects that are
dicult to approach, such as wildlife. It also
eliminates vibrations caused by pressing
your camera’s shutter release button
during macro, close-up, and long-exposure
photography.
The FreeWave Fusion does not require line-
of-sight alignment, as its radio waves pass
through and around objects such as walls,
windows, and floors.
Your Vello FreeWave Fusion Wireless
Shutter/Flash/Grouping Remote Kit
contains:
Wireless Transmitter
Wireless Receiver
Shutter Release Cable
Studio Trigger Cable (3.5 mm Mini)
Studio Trigger Cable (2.5 mm Mini to
1/4" Phono)
2 AAA Batteries
1 Lithium-ion Battery (pre-installed)

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KEY FEATURES
2.4 GHz Radio Frequency: Reduced
interference and improved wireless
signal quality.
Extended Range: up to 100 m (320 ft.)
Multi-Purpose: Use as an individual or
group wireless flash trigger, and/or as a
shutter release remote trigger.
Multiple Groups: Configure up to three
dierent light groups and up to seven
dierent group combinations.
Flash Sync Speed of up to 1/320s: Take
advantage of sync speeds that match the
rating of your camera all the way up to
1/320s (on compatible cameras only).
Flash Wake-Up: Wake-up function in TTL
compatible flash units.
Versatile: One Receiver works with
multiple camera and light models. Just
swap out the connecting cables.
Dual-Function Shutter Release Button:
Press halfway to focus; press fully to
trigger shutter.
LED Indicators: Confirm pre-focus,
shutter release, flash wake-up, and flash
trigger in wireless mode.

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COMPATIBLE DEVICES
We recommend using a fully manually
controlled flash with this device. Since the
FreeWave Fusion does not transmit TTL
settings, you will need to set the power
output manually.
The FreeWave Fusion is compatible with
most cameras, flash units and studio lights.
However, for flash wake-up functionality
and/or high shutter speeds, you will need
full TTL support via your camera, flash and
FreeWave Fusion trigger.
For instance, if you have a Canon camera,
and you’d like to take advantage of the flash
wake-up feature; you will need a Canon
camera with TTL metering, a compatible
Canon flash which supports TTL, and a
dedicated Canon compatible FreeWave
Fusion flash trigger.
Similarly, if you have a Nikon camera, and
you’d like to take advantage of the flash
wake-up feature, you will need a Nikon
camera with TTL metering, a compatible
Nikon flash which supports TTL, and a
dedicated Nikon compatible FreeWave
Fusion flash trigger.

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SAFETY WARNINGS
• There are no user-serviceable parts inside
the devices. Do not attempt to
disassemble or perform any unauthorized
modification.
• Do not operate the FreeWave Fusion in
the presence of flammable gas or vapors.
• Do not handle with wet hands or immerse
in or expose to water or rain. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in fire
or electric shock.
• Keep out of the reach of children. This
device contains small parts which may
pose a choking hazard.
• Observe caution when handling batteries.
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Use only the batteries
listed in this manual. Make certain to align
batteries with correct polarity.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage to the
product, be sure to remove the batteries
when leaving the product unattended for
prolonged periods or when no charge
remains.
• Do not use or leave the devices in
conditions of extreme heat, severe cold,
or high humidity.
• Turn o the camera’s power before
inserting or removing the remote cord.
• Dispose used batteries, packaging, and old
devices in accordance with appropriate
local environmental regulations.

Hot Shoe Mount
Shutter Release Button
Group Indicator
Power Switch / Setting Button
Confirmation LED
Receiver
Transmitter
Power (Group) Switch
2.5 mm Output Jack
Confirmation LED
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FEATURES DIAGRAM

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GETTING STARTED
Set the DIP switch located in the battery
compartment of the Transmitter and
Receiver.
The DIP switches set a dierent radio
frequency for each Transmitter/Receiver
set, so that multiple sets of the FreeWave
Fusion and/or additional Fusion Receivers
can be used simultaneously. You can use a
pen to set the DIP switches to your desired
code. Any combination will work so long
as the switches are set identically in both
the Transmitter and Receiver(s) of a single
FreeWave Fusion set.
Insert 2 AAA batteries into the Receiver.

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POWERING UP
Turn on the Receiver:
Slide the Group Switch to either A, B, or
C and the unit will power up. The LED will
flash red at 2 second intervals to indicate
that the Receiver is working.
To power down after use, slide the Group
Switch back to the O position.
Turn on the Transmitter:
Press and hold the power button for 2
seconds to power up the Transmitter. The
Group Indicator light will turn on and show
the currently selected group. The Group
indicator light will turn o after 2 seconds
and the Transmitter will enter Standby
mode.
To power down after use, press and hold
the power button for 2 seconds. The LED
at the top of the unit will flash 4 times at
half second intervals before shutting itself to
indicate that it is powering o.

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MOUNTING THE TRANSMITTER
1. With your camera and Receiver o,
loosen the Transmitter’s hot shoe locking
ring.
2. Insert the Transmitter’s hot shoe on the
camera’s hot shoe mount.
3. Tighten the hot shoe locking ring.

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MOUNTING THE RECEIVER
Mount the receiver on your tripod or stand
via one of the two provided mounting
options:
1. Threaded socket for a standard 1/4"
screw mount
2. Accessory shoe (cold shoe) foot