USER MANUAL
Welcome Thank you for your purchase of Nerotrigger. This manual was written to help you use Nerotrigger with all of the features it offers. Please keep it available to all who will be using Nerotrigger. Read it thoroughly before use. Modes of Operation Nerotrigger offers 6 different modes of operation. They are: Lightning, Sound, Time Lapse, Laser, HDR (High Dynamic Range) and DIY (Do It Yourself). Lightning mode is the default mode. When you switch Nerotrigger on, it will start working in Lightning mode.
Getting to Know the Nerotrigger Nerotrigger Device Layout 1.LED 2.Left Scroll Button 3.Menu Button 4.Up Scroll Button 5.DIY Port 6.On/Off Switch 7.Start Button 8.Right Scroll Button 9.Down Scroll Button 10.Hot Shoe 11.Battery Cover 12.Flash Cable Port 13.
Package Content The package of a Nerotrigger will include the following items: 1xNerotrigger, 2xAAA 1.5 Volt Batteries, 1xUser Manual. If the package content is not as described, please contact Nerotrigger customer support immediately. Features Nerotrigger has been redesigned to meet the demand of all photographers. It is based on a full digital design, there is no analog component used. Every single Nerotrigger is ready to offer the same accuracy level.
(High Dynamic Range) and DIY (Do It Yourself). All of the modes can be fine-tuned to fit your needs. The interchangeable camera connection cable is also another standard feature of Nerotrigger. You can also use the flash unit triggering port to trigger your flash. The external input source port is used in DIY mode. First Use Nerotrigger operates with two AAA Batteries. Take the batteries from the box. Open the battery cover of Nerotrigger and put in the batteries.
Menu System of Nerotrigger Nerotrigger features a device menu system which enables you to use the device very easily. The menu has two levels: Main Menu and Sub-menus. The Main Menu lets you to switch between different modes of operation. You can navigate on modes by using the right and left scroll buttons. To operate in a certain mode you need to enter the Submenu of that mode by pressing the Start button.
LIGHTNING Usage Examples: Triggers your camera to catch light events like lightning, bolts, sparks, fireworks etc. Camera Setup: Manual Focus, Fixed Exposure Time •Adjust the sensitivity between 1 and 99 per your needs by pressing Left and Right Scroll buttons. The higher the number the more sensitive will be Nerotrigger. • Press the Start button. Nerotrigger will count down for 3 seconds, go to Economy Mode for battery saving and start to operate.
SOUND Usage Examples: Triggers your flash unit in case of a sound event like popping balloon, breaking glass, water etc. Camera Setup: Manual Focus, Long Exposure Time • Adjust the sensitivity between 1 and 99 per your needs. The higher the number the more sensitive will be Nerotrigger. • Adjust the delay between 0 and 999 ms per your needs. This is the delay between Nerotrigger detects the sound event and triggers the flash unit. • Adjust the Lock property between ON and OFF.
TIMELAPSE Usage Examples: Triggers your camera with a certain time interval between each frame & with a certain exposure time Camera Setup: Manual Focus • Adjust the interval between each frame anywhere starting from 1 second up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds. • Adjust the exposure anywhere between 0 seconds up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds. You should set to 0 seconds if you don’t need a long exposure time.
LASER Usage Examples: Triggers your camera or flash unit once the laser beam is broken to take water drops, wildlife photos etc Camera Setup: Manual Focus, Fixed Exposure Time • Set the threshold value to a high level such as 990 and align the laser beam with the receiver. When the laser beam hits the receiver you will see LM sign on top of the LCD screen. • If you don’t see the LM sign, either the laser beam is off the receiver or it is no strong enough.
HDR (High Dynamic Range) Usage Examples: Triggers your camera to capture the same frame multiple times with different exposures Camera Setup: Manual Focus, Bulb Mode • Set the center value to the optimum exposure time between 1/15seconds to 15 seconds to capture the frame •Adjust the EV (Exposure Value) to 1/3, 1/2, 1 or 2 to set the exposure value steps between each frame. •Adjust the frame parameter which determines the number of photos to be taken. • Press the Start button.
DIY (Do It Yourself) Usage Examples: Triggers your camera by receiving any type of external signal as a triggering event. Camera Setup: Manual Focus, Fixed Exposure Time • Adjust the threshold between 1 and 999 per your needs. 999 corresponds to “3V” where 1 corresponds to “0V” • Adjust the delay between 0 and 999 ms per your needs. This is the delay between Nerotrigger detects the signal level change and triggers the camera.
APPENDIX A WARNING 1: DIY mode is for advanced users only. Use it at your own risk. If you don’t know what you’re doing, you risk damaging your Nerotrigger. WARNING 2: This port is already powered. This means that it n between when there the is no conne reads “999 ″ sleeve and the tip. When the two are shorted, it reads “1 ″. You can use this to create simple touch sensors, pressure sensors, tilt sensors, etc.
DISCLAIMER • • • • • Lightning Photography is a dangerous activity. We are not liable for any damage or personal injury associated with the use of Nerotrigger. Nerotrigger is intended for use as a camera shutter release device only and no other purpose. Nerotrigger is not waterproof. It should be treated and handled with the care of a camera and should not be dropped and/or exposed to extreme heat or moisture. Do not dissemble Nerotrigger. Doing this will void your warranty.
