FLASHBOSS TTL TRANSCEIVER SETUP GUIDE
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO This guide will take you through the steps to get started with your FlashBoss TTL Transceiver. For a complete user manual with detailed instructions on using all the features of the FlashBoss, go to vellogear.com/flashboss_manual, and download the user manual PDF.
BOX CONTENTS • FlashBoss Transceiver Also Available • FlashBoss cable for Canon sub-mini (FB-C1) • Mini stand • Setup guide • FlashBoss cable for Canon 3-pin (FB-C2) • FlashBoss cable for Nikon 10-pin (FB-N1) • FlashBoss cable for Nikon DC-2 (FB-N2) 3
OVERVIEW 1. Status indicator 1 2. Battery compartment 3. Power switch 2 4. Up button 5. Down button 6. Set button 7. Zoom/Function button 8. Group/Channel button 9.
10. Test flash/shutter 11. PC/USB ports 10 13 12. AF Assist light 13. Hot shoe 11 14. Locking wheel 15.
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES The FlashBoss is powered by two AA batteries. 1. Press down and slide the battery compartment door in the direction of the arrow to open. 2. Insert the batteries following the illustration inside the battery compartment, and close the compartment door.
POWERING ON THE FLASHBOSS To turn on the FlashBoss, move the power switch to the On position. See the Settings Menu section in the user manual to adjust the amount of time before standby mode is enabled. The FlashBoss switches to standby mode after a selected amount of time, and the LCD screen goes blank. To resume operation, press the camera’s shutter button or the test button on the FlashBoss.
MOUNTING THE FLASHBOSS ON A CAMERA When mounted to a camera’s hot shoe, the FlashBoss can be used as a transmitter. 1. Loosen the locking wheel, and insert the FlashBoss into the camera’s hot shoe. Make sure the FlashBoss and your camera are turned off before proceeding. 2. Make sure the FlashBoss is fully inserted into the hot shoe, and tighten the locking wheel until secure. 3. Turn on your camera first, and then turn on the FlashBoss.
MOUNTING THE FLASHBOSS TO A STAND The Mini Stand 1. Loosen the locking wheel, and then insert the mounting foot into the mini stand’s coldshoe mount. Mounting to a Light Stand 1. Screw the 1/4-inch receiver on the bottom of the mini stand onto the light stand’s 1/4-inch stud. 2. Tighten the locking wheel until secure. 2. Mount the FlashBoss onto the mini stand.
MOUNTING A FLASH TO THE FLASHBOSS A flash can be mounted onto the FlashBoss when the FlashBoss is attached to the camera. In this configuration, the FlashBoss can operate as a transmitter or receiver. The FlashBoss TTL passthrough capability allows the TTL metering data to flow from the camera, through the FlashBoss, and directly to the flash. 10 A flash and FlashBoss can also be used for remote operation with the FlashBoss in receiver mode.
Important! Make sure the flash is set to TTL mode in order to function properly with the FlashBoss’s operating modes. Refer to your flash’s manual for enabling TTL mode. FCC COMPLIANCE NEED ASSISTANCE? This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: For detailed instruction on FlashBoss operation, or for answers to questions and troubleshooting, access the user manual at vellogear.com or call customer service at 212-594-2353. 1.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
