Vello FreeWave Plus User manual

FREEWAVE
PLUS
USER MANUAL

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Thank you for choosing the Vello
FreeWave Plus Wireless Remote Shutter
Release. This device triggers your
camera in either wired or wireless mode,
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 four-second delay
function is great for self-portraits.
The FreeWave Plus does
not require line-of-sight
alignment, as its radio
waves pass through and
around objects such as
walls, windows, and floors.
You can even trigger your
camera around corners.
The FreeWave Plus uses the 2.4GHz
wireless frequency for extended
range and reduced interference.
Your Vello FreeWave Plus
Wireless Remote Shutter Release
Kit contains:
Wireless Transmitter
Wireless Receiver
Camera Release Cable
4 AAA Batteries
INTRODUCTION

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2.4GHz Radio Frequency: Reduced
interference and improved wireless
signal quality.
Extended Range: up to 00m (320 ft.)
16 Possible Channels: One transmitter
can trigger multiple receivers.
Built-in Antenna: Destruction-proof
internal antenna.
Dual-function Release: Press halfway to
focus; press fully to trigger shutter.
Delayed Release: Four-second delay
function gives you extra time to get
in position.
Multi-exposure: Take multiple shots with
one press of the trigger.
Long Exposure: Control the length of the
exposure remotely.
Multi-function: Trigger your camera
wirelessly or wired. Wired triggering
works even if the battery is dead or
missing.
Versatile: One receiver works with dozens
of camera models. Just swap out the
camera release cable.
LED indicators: Confirm pre-focus and
exposure during wireless mode.
KEY FEATURES

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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 pair, so that multiple sets of the
FreeWave Plus 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 of a single FreeWave Plus set. A
total of 6 dierent combinations can be
selected.
Insert 2 AA batteries into both the
Transmitter and Receiver.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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• There are no user-serviceable parts
inside the devices. Do not attempt to
disassemble or perform any
unauthorized modification.
• Do not operate the FreeWave Plus 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.
SAFETY WARNINGS

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FEATURES DIAGRAM
Battery Compartment
 Single Shot
2 Continuous Shooting
3 Bulb Shooting
4 Self Timer
Mode Selector
Battery Compartment
Power Button
Confirmation LED
Power Button
Receiver
Transmitter
Shutter Button
Confirmation LED
 2 3 4

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Tur n ON the Receiver: Press and hold
the Power button for 2 seconds. The
LED will flash red at 2 second intervals to
indicate that the receiver is working.
To power down after use, Press and hold the
Power button for 2 seconds. The LED will
flash 4 times in quick succession, to indicate
that it is powering o.
There is no need for a power button
on the transmitter. The Transmitter
is always ready to fire and uses power
only when you press the focus/shutter
release button.
POWERING ON & OFF
Press and hold the
Power button for 2 seconds
to power up the Receiver.

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If using the FreeWave wirelessly, mount
the Receiver on your camera’s hot shoe,
facing forwards or backwards.
If your camera’s hot shoe is in use, you
can use an accessory shoe to attach the
Receiver to your camera, tripod, or other
suitable surface.
With your camera and Receiver OFF,
connect the shutter release cable’s
sub-mini plug end to the Receiver, and
the other end to your camera’s shutter
release jack. Power up your camera and
Receiver.
MOUNTING THE RECEIVER

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1. Turn on the Receiver by pressing and
holding the Power button until the
LED lights up.
2. Set the Transmitter to Single Shot.
3. Set your camera to the Single Shot
setting.
4. Press and hold the Transmitter’s
shutter release button halfway to wake
or focus your camera (if set to Auto
Focus).The LED will turn green.
5. Fully depress the shutter button on the
Transmitter. The LED will turn red and
the shutter will be triggered.
SINGLE SHOTS | WIRELESS

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1. Turn on the Receiver by pressing and
holding the Power button until the
LED lights up.
2. Set the Transmitter to Self Timer
mode.
3. Set your camera to the Single Shot
setting.
4. Press and hold the Transmitter’s
shutter release button halfway to wake
or focus your camera (if set to Auto
Focus). The LED will turn green.
5. Fully depress the shutter button on
the Transmitter. The LED will turn red
and the shutter will be triggered after a
four-second delay.
FOUR SECOND DELAY | WIRELESS