User Manual

The Angler RC-16 wireless system allows
you to control all compatible monolights
and strobes from one convenient location
with a reliable, easy-to-use controller.
The RC-16 is perfect to speed up and
simplify your workflow. Whether you shoot
with a single o-camera flash, or in a large
studio comprising several complex lighting
setups, you’ll immediately notice the
advantage of being able to adjust your
lighting without the need to maneuver into
crowded, hard-to-reach places.
You can adjust the power level of each flash
or group of flashes in 1/10th-stop
increments, as well as controlling modeling
lamps or AF-assist lamps, turning alert
sounds on or o, and test firing and
triggering your entire lighting setup, all
from a central location. The RC-16 also
employs 16 channels to prevent
interference and false triggers, along with
the ability to address 16 separate groups for
optimal control over your lighting.
You may even find that this convenience
makes you freer to experiment with new
ideas and styles. You’ll discover new ways to
use your lighting to bring out your very
best work.
Note: All flashes that you wish to control
from the RC-16-T Transmitter should be
equipped with an Angler RC-16-R
Receiver. Additional flashes can be
triggered via their optical slave function if
available.
Before using this product, please read the
following safety instructions carefully in
order to ensure your safety and the proper
operation of the RC-16 system. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in
product malfunction, fire or explosion,
electric shock or other physical injury.
• Do not disassemble or modify. Should
the product break open due to
accidental damage, remove the
batteries and send it to an authorized
repair center.
• Keep dry. Do not handle with wet
hands, immerse in water, or expose to
rain or snow.
• Do not use in the presence of
flammable gases.
• Keep out of reach of children. This
product contains small parts that may
pose a choking hazard. Should a child
swallow any part of this product, consult
a physician immediately.
• Turn o the transmitter or receiver
immediately should a malfunction
occur. Should smoke or any unusual
smell come from this product, shut it o
and remove the batteries immediately.
Send it to an authorized repair facility
for service. Continued use may result in
physical injury.
• Do not expose to high temperature. Do
not leave product in a closed vehicle in
the sun or other areas subject to
extremely high temperature.
• Keep away from strong magnetic fields.
Strong static or magnetic fields
produced by devices such as cell phones
and radios may lead to malfunction.
• 16 channels
• Up to 16 groups
• 433 MHz
• Eective range 150’ (50 m)
• Raise or lower flash power
• Model or AF Assist light On/O
• Audio alert On/O
• Test flash (triggers all groups)
Note: All flashes that you wish to control
from the RC-16 Transmitter must be
equipped with a RC-16 Receiver.
Additional flashes may be triggered using
their optical slave function if available.
Installing Batteries in the Transmitter
1. Remove battery cover from unit.
2. Insert two AA batteries in the proper
orientations.
3. Replace battery cover.
Mounting the RC-16-T Transmitter
1. Rotate the locking wheel
counterclockwise on the transmitter
until it is in the fully open position.
2. Slide the unit’s hot shoe foot all the way
into your camera’s hot shoe.
3. Tighten the locking wheel until the
transmitter is secure.
You can also connect a PC cord from your
camera to the unit's 3.5mm mini sync
socket.
Mounting the RC-16-R Receiver
1. Flip up the USB connector on the
RC-16-R Receiver.
2. Plug it into the USB port on your
compatible flash or monolight.
The receiver is powered from the USB
port, so no battery or external power is
required. The receiver has no On/O
switch. As soon as it is set and plugged in to
an active, compatible flash or monolight, it
will automatically begin to function.
Turning On the RC-16-T Transmitter
To turn on the transmitter, slide the power
switch to the On position.
Setting the Channel
The RC-16 has 16 channels available for
use. This allows you to avoid interference
with other devices or photographers in a
busy work environment, with each
photographer operating on a dierent
channel.
To select the channel, use the DIP switches
on the front panel of the transmitter and
receiver as shown on the included DIP
switch configuration chart.
Note: Make sure the transmitter and
receiver are set to the same channel.
Selecting the Group
A group can consist of just one flash up to
any number of flashes you wish. The Group
function allows you to adjust settings on
specific flashes or groups of flashes from
one location, without having to go to each
flash and make those adjustments
individually. Group-specific controls are
raising and lowering the power, turning the
sound on or o, and turning the
modeling/AF assist light on or o.
To choose the group you want to adjust,
use the Group Select dial on the
transmitter and the receiver.
Note: Make sure the transmitter and
receiver are set to the same group.
Adjusting Power Output
Use the + and - buttons to adjust the
power of the selected group up or down.
Note: The transmitter’s display can be
switched from displaying power output in
decimals (usually used for monolights) to
fractions (usually used for flashes). To
change this setting, press and hold the Set
button until the display switches.
When the display is set to decimals, the
power adjustments will be in 1/10th-stop
increments. When set to fractions, the
adjustments will be in 1/3rd-stop
increments.
Audio Confirmation
Use the Audio button to turn audio
confirmation on or o for all the flashes in
the selected group.
The Lamp Button
Use the Lamp button to turn the
Modeling or AF-Assist Light (depending
on your device) on or o for all the flashes
in the selected group.
Firing a Test
Press the Test button to test fire all flashes
in all groups.
Turning O a Group
To turn o a group, use the - button to
turn its power down all the way. The
display will indicate OF.
Note: After changing any settings,
whether on the RC-16 or on any
connected flashes, press the SET button
This Angler 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. The warranty provider’s
responsibility with respect to this limited
warranty shall be limited solely to repair or
replacement, at the provider’s discretion,
of any product that fails during normal use
of this product in its intended manner and
in its intended environment. Inoperability
of the product or part(s) shall be
determined by the warranty provider. If the
product has been discontinued, the
warranty provider reserves the right to
replace it with a model of equivalent quality
and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or
defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident,
alteration, abuse, improper installation or
maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED
HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER
MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS
WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. This warranty provides you
with specific legal rights, and you may also
have additional rights that vary from state
to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the
Angler Customer Service Department to
obtain a return merchandise authorization
(“RMA”) number, and return the defective
product to Angler 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.anglerlights.com or call
Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
Product warranty is provided by the
Gradus Group.
www.gradusgroup.com
Angler is a registered trademark of the
Gradus Group. © 2015 Gradus Group
LLC. All Rights Reserved.
• Observe precautions when handling
batteries. Batteries may leak or explode
if improperly handled.
Please observe the following precautions
when using batteries with this product.
o Use only batteries listed in this
manual. Do not mix new and old
batteries, or dierent brand
batteries.
o Read and follow all warnings and
instructions provided by the battery
manufacturer.
o Do not attempt to short-circuit or
disassemble batteries.
o Do not put batteries in a fire or apply
direct heat to them.
o Do not attempt to install batteries in
the reverse direction.
o Batteries may leak when fully
discharged. To avoid damage to the
product, be sure to remove the
batteries if the product will not be
used for an extended period of time,
or if the battery power is low.
o Should fluid from damaged batteries
come into contact with skin or
clothing, rinse immediately with
fresh water.
to confirm and sync all settings.
Changes made to flash settings will be
reflected on the RC-16-T display, as well as
on each flash’s display.
The RC-16-T can also be used as a
handheld central remote controller to
adjust the settings on all your compatible
lights, even if you use a dierent method to
trigger them, e.g., a sync cord or Pocket
Wizard.
1. Unable to trigger a flash by pressing the
TEST button or the camera’s shutter
release.
• Make sure the batteries are installed
properly and the transmitter is powered
on.
• Check the DIP switches to see that the
transmitter and receiver are set to the
same channel.
• Check if the transmitter is firmly seated
in the camera’s hot shoe.
2. Signal disturbance or shooting
interference. (Monolights not firing or
firing irregularly.)
• Try using a dierent channel.
3. Reduced operating range, or
monolights not firing.
• Check if batteries in transmitter are
drained. Try replacing with fresh ones.
4. Flashes not responding to adjustments
made on transmitter.
• Check that transmitter and receiver are
set to the same channel.
• Check that the transmitter and receiver
are set to the same group.
INSTRUCTIONS
remote control
transmitter
RC-16-T