FREEWAVE FUSION BASIC 2.
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO The Vello FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz is your passport to a new world of photography. It expands your photographic options with an easy-to-use 2.4 GHz radio remote trigger system that can trigger hot-shoe flashes or studio lights, as well as triggering your camera’s shutter up to 328 feet away.
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CONTENTS Transmitter and Receiver Set (FWB-24C, FWB-24N and FWB-24-SMI) • FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz • 3.5 mm to 1/4" phono adapter Transmitter • Cable compatibility insert • FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz Receiver • Instruction manual • 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cord • One-Year Limited Warranty • 2.5 mm to PC male sync cord Note: The FWB-24-SMI and FWB-24-SMIR require a Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Sony Multi-Terminal Shutter Release Cable (RCC-S2-2.5).
Receiver set (FWB-24R and FWB-24-SMIR) • FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz Receiver Also Included With Canon Set (FWB-24C) • Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Canon 2.5 mm Shutter Release Cable (RCC-C1) Also Included With Nikon Set (FWB-24N) • Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Nikon 10-Pin Camera Shutter Release Cable (RCC-N1) • Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Canon 3-Pin Camera Shutter Release Cable (RCC-C2) • Shutter Remote 2.5 mm to Nikon DC2 Camera Shutter Release Cable (RCC-N2) • 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cord • 2.
KEY FEATURES Wireless Hot-Shoe Flash Trigger System: Trigger a hot-shoe (oncamera-type) flash up to 328 feet away. Wireless Studio Flash Trigger System: Trigger a studio flash up to 328 feet away. Wireless Control System: Trigger your camera’s shutter up to 328 feet away. Flash Sync Speed of up to 1/250s: Take advantage of sync speeds that match the rating of your camera up to 1/250th of a second (compatible cameras only).
Dual-Function Shutter Release Button: Press halfway to focus; press fully to trigger the shutter. Wildlife Photography: Use the FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz to release the shutter from a safe distance for photos of hard-to-approach wildlife. 2.4 GHz High-Frequency Signal: The 2.4 GHz low-interference signal can pass through and around obstructions, offering you greater flexibility with the placement of your camera and flash units.
PRECAUTIONS • 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 Basic 2.4 GHz in the presence of flammable gas or vapors. • Do not handle with wet hands or immerse in or expose to water or rain. 8 Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Keep out of reach of children. This device contains small parts which may pose a choking hazard.
• Do not use or leave the devices in conditions of extreme heat, severe cold, or high humidity. • Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place. • All images are for illustrative purposes only. • Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth. • Turn off the camera’s power before inserting or removing the remote cord. • Dispose of used batteries, packaging, and old devices in accordance with appropriate local environmental regulations.
OVERVIEW Transmitter Top Bottom Battery Compartment Confirmation LED Lamp Trigger Button Channel Selector Function/ Off Switch Hot-Shoe Locking Wheel 10 Sync Port Hot-Shoe Flash Connection
Receiver Top Confirmation LED Lamp Channel Selector Hot-Shoe Flash Mount Bottom Shoe Locking Wheel with 1/4"-20 Mount Function/ Off Switch Battery Compartment Camera Shutter Trigger Port Flash Trigger Port 11
COMPATIBLE DEVICES FWB-24C, FWB-24N, and FWB-24R These models of the FreeWave Fusion Basic are compatible with most hot-shoe flashes, studio lights, and cameras. Pentax, Sony/Minolta, and Sony Multi Interface flashes are not compatible. FWB-24-SMI and FWB-24-SMIR These are designed specifically for flashes with the Sony Multi Interface shoe (MIS) and are recommended for use only with devices that are compatible with this shoe.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN When you remove the Transmitter and the Receiver from the box, you will notice a set of four small numbered switches on the top of each instrument. These identical channel selector switches allow you to change the channel on which your Transmitter and Receiver operate. Each of the four switches has two positions. Note: Make sure that both the Transmitter and Receiver are set to the same channel.
POWERING UP After you’ve set both the Transmitter and Receiver to the same channel, place the correct batteries in the devices. Insert two AAA batteries (not included) into the battery compartment of the Receiver, being careful to orient them with the correct polarity marked on the inside of the battery cover. Then, open the battery compartment on the Transmitter and insert two AAA batteries, again installing with correct polarity. 14 On the side of the Receiver is a switch labeled Flash/Off/Camera.
GETTING STARTED The FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz can perform two major functions (with several variations): A) It can wirelessly trigger a hot-shoe flash or a studio flash or B) it can wirelessly trigger a camera shutter, including single shot and continuous shooting, long exposures (Bulb mode), and time-delay. When using the Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz to trigger a flash, follow these instructions. Mounting the Transmitter 1. With your camera and Receiver Off, loosen the Transmitter’s hot-shoe locking wheel. 2.
Note: For cameras with a PC connection, you can use the included 2.5 mm to PC sync cable to connect to the Transmitter. Mount the Transmitter on a bracket, plug the PC end of the cable into the camera’s PC connection and plug the other end into the Transmitter’s sync port. Mounting the Receiver There are two ways you can mount the Receiver: 1. Mount the Receiver to a light stand using the threaded socket for a standard 1/4" screw mount on the bottom of the Receiver. 2.
WIRELESSLY TRIGGER A HOT-SHOE FLASH 1. Check to be sure that both the Transmitter and Receiver are set to the same channel. 3. Move the Function Switch on both the Receiver and on the Transmitter to “Flash.” 2. With your hot-shoe flash and Receiver off, mount your flash onto the hot shoe of the Receiver. 4. Confirm that the camera, Transmitter, Receiver, and flash are all powered on.
5. Set the desired power output on the flash manually. 6. Fully press the shutter button on your camera. All lights connected to Receivers operating on the same channel as the Transmitter should fire simultaneously. 18 Note: We recommend using a fully manually controlled flash with this device. The FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz does not transmit TTL settings, so you will always need to set the power output manually. Note: If the FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.
WIRELESSLY TRIGGER A STUDIO FLASH Using the FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz helps you to eliminate cord clutter when setting up studio lights. You can also trigger multiple lights by using additional Receivers (available separately). 1. Check to be sure that both the Transmitter and Receiver are set to the same channel. To use the FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz to wirelessly trigger a studio flash, follow these instructions: 3. Use the included studio light sync cable (2.5 mm to 3.
Note: If your studio flash has a 1/4" phono jack, use the included 3.5 mm to 1/4" phono adapter.Plug the 3.5 mm side of the cable into the studio flash sync jack. 4. With your camera and Transmitter off, loosen the Transmitter’s hot-shoe locking ring. 5. Insert the Transmitter’s hot shoe into the camera’s hot-shoe mount, and tighten the hot-shoe locking ring. 20 6. Move the Function Switch on both the Receiver and on the Transmitter to “Flash.” 7.
USING THE FREEWAVE FUSION BASIC 2.4 GHZ AS A REMOTE SHUTTER RELEASE Using the FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz, you can trigger the shutter on your camera wirelessly. You can shoot in normal modes (single shot and continuous shooting), longexposure (Bulb) mode, and time-delay mode from up to 328 feet away from your camera. Note: The FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz can also be used with other cameras. See the enclosed Camera Compatibility Insert.
TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA FOR SINGLE SHOTS 1. Set your camera to single shot mode. 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release cable to the shutter release [ ] port on the Receiver and to the camera. 3. Mount the Receiver to the camera’s hot shoe. 4. Set the Function Switch on the Receiver to [ ]. 5. Set the Function Switch on the Transmitter to [ ]. 22 6. Press the trigger button on the Transmitter halfway to focus. Confirmation LEDs on both the Transmitter and Receiver should turn green. 7.
TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA FOR CONTINUOUS SHOOTING 1. Set your camera to continuous shooting mode. 4. Set the Function Switch on the Receiver to [ ]. 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release cable to the shutter release [ ] port on the Receiver and to the camera. 5. Set the Function Switch on the Transmitter to [ ]. 3. Mount the Receiver to the camera’s hot shoe. 6. Press the trigger button halfway to select your focus point.
TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA IN BULB MODE FOR A LONG EXPOSURE 1. Set the camera to Bulb mode. 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release cable to the shutter release [ ] port on the Receiver and to the camera. 3. Mount the Receiver to the camera’s hot shoe. 4. Set the Function Switch on the Receiver to [ ]. 5. Set the Function Switch on the Transmitter to [ ]. 24 6. Half-press the trigger button on the Transmitter to focus the lens on the camera. 7. Full-press the trigger button to open the shutter.
TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA IN SELF-TIMER (DELAY) MODE 1. Set the camera to single shot mode. 2. Attach the appropriate shutter release cable to the shutter release [ ] port on the Receiver and to the camera. 3. Mount the Receiver to the camera’s hot shoe. 4. Set the Function Switch on the Receiver to [ ]. 5. Set the Transmitter Function Button to [ ]. 6. Half-press the trigger button on the Transmitter to focus. 7. Full-press the trigger button and the confirmation LED on the Receiver will begin to blink red.
SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions (D × H × W) 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync cable 2.5 mm to PC straight sync cable Frequency Channel settings Shutter modes Confirmation LEDs 26 Transmitter Receiver 3.5 × 1.28 × 1.4 in. (8.9 × 3.3 × 3.6 cm) 3.35 × 1.43 × 1.46 in. (8.5 × 3.6 × 3.7 cm) Approximate coiled length 13 in. (33 cm) Approximate uncoiled length 26 in. (66 cm) Approximately 12 in. (30.5 cm) 2.
Receiver Transmitter Power Battery life (in standby mode) 2 × AAA alkaline batteries 2 years Approximately 300 hours Range Up to 328 ft. (100 m) Weight 1.4 oz. (39.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problems with the FreeWave Fusion Basic 2.4 GHz can usually be traced to the following causes: • Check that the shutter release cable and/ or studio light cable are in good condition and properly connected. • Check the contact between the flash’s hot-shoe foot and the Receiver’s hot shoe to be certain that the flash is properly seated. Make sure the light’s locking switch is set to the lock position when mounted in the Receiver’s hot shoe.
FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Vello Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Vello along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense. For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353. Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group. www.gradusgroup.
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