eVOLV 200
200ws TTL Modular Flash
with integrated R2 radio Receiver
FPLFEV200
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FLASHPOINT eVOLV 200 Flash Instruction Manual
Intro
Before using this product
Please read this user manual carefully in order to ensure your safety and the proper operation of this
product. Keep for future reference.
Thank You for Choosing Flashpoint!
The new eVOLV200 is not just a mighty 200 watt second fully cordless TTL strobe, but an amazing
miniaturized modular “SpeedMonoLight” system with interchangeable ash heads. You can snap
in the best of traditional speedlite style Fresnel heads at GN170 (ft) or chose to use to the barebulb
parabolic reector head at GN 196 (ft) with super even spread, just by plugging it in. The incredible
amount of power and control in these compact and lightweight ashes, make this design a rst
choice of professional photographers with an eye for exible multiple light set up.
The eVOLV200 has a max recycle time of under 2 seconds and enough energy to cover at least 500
full power shots. That gives more exibility and instant solutions for multiple o camera lighting
while maintaining all of the investment in light modiers in the Streaklight and ZoomLion models.
The battery recharge is a snap, too, using the external power charger to keep the action going
without tying up the ash to re-energize. Add the pro LED modeling light feature and the picture is
complete.
The eVOLV200 is the next evolution of the Flashpoint R2 radio system, totally compatible with the
Canon, Nikon and Sony systems, for remote power control and shooting. With a focus on portable
lighting, the R2 Family frees your camera to go out and shoot at will - whether you are a wedding or
event photographer, environmental portraiture shooter, freelance commercial illustrator,
photojournalist, a backpack adventurer, or fast action sports snapper.
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Features of The eVOLV200
Lightweight and portable.
Greatest power in the most compact form,
precluding the need for cords and AC powered
strobes. Produces up to 200Ws, is up to 3 times
powerful as speedlites in the same footprint.
Studio quality interchangeable
modular ash heads.
Fresnel Head: Standard bar ash tube de-
sign with coverage of a smooth 35mm
Fresnel lens spread. Incorporates a 20W
LED modeling lamp. Accepts a barndoor
with grids for accent lighting and the ability to control light spill and are, plus
magnetized color gels for special eects. Fresnel speedlite ash head GN 170(ft)/52(m) ISO
100
Bare Flash Tube: Pro quality 360 degree Bare-
bulb ash tube which accepts all modiers
and accessories from the Flashpoint Streaklight. Bare bulb ash head in reector GN
197(ft)/60(m) ISO 100
Built-in R2 2.4G wireless radio
TTL system.
Fully supports auto sensing and switching
Canon E-TTL II, Nikon i-TTL, Sony TTL operating
on R2 2.4G wireless family TTL systems. All R2
Family radio transmitted functions are received
for over 330 feet from any R2 transmitter.
High Speed Sync.
The answer for using ash to control strongly
lit sun drenched subjects and ll-ash even
when shutter speeds exceed the standard
sync your camera manufacturer recommends
for proper sync. IGBT ring allows for shorter
ash durations, 1/8000s high-speed sync ash,
and TTL.
Sharp LCD display panel.
Super clear dot matrix info center and
convenient display of all functions, ash state
and warnings.
Interchangeable Battery Power.
Replaceable long-life Lithium, 14.4V/2900mAh
power module, with 0.01- 2.1s recycling and
up to 520 full power ashes.
Sync options.
Use R2 wireless radio, trigger as slave optically,
or with a standard 3.5mm sync cord connected
to your camera.
8 stop range.
Power adjusts from full power to 1/128
in 1/3 stop increments.
Stable color.
5600±200K color temperature at over the
entire power range.
2 way stand mount.
Tilt head with umbrella mount to perch on top
of any lightstand, grip or support with a 5/8”
stud.
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For Your Safety
• Always keep this product dry. Do not use in rain or in damp conditions.
• This product contains high-voltage electronic parts. Touching the high-voltage circuit inside it may
result in electric shock. Do not disassemble. Should repairs become necessary, this product must
be sent to an authorized maintenance center.
• Stop using this product if it breaks open due to extrusion, falling or strong hit. Otherwise, electric
shock may occur if you touch the electronic parts inside it.
• Do not use the ash unit in the presence of ammable gases, chemicals and other similar
materials. In certain circumstances, these materials may be sensitive to the strong light emitting
from this ash unit and re or electromagnetic interference that may result.
• Do not leave or store the ash unit if the ambient temperature reads over 120°F/50°C
(e.g. in sun drenched automobile). Otherwise the electronic parts may be damaged.
• Do not use any power supply other than the included one to charge the battery.
• Do not insert metal parts into any lighting equipment.
• Do not touch the electrical contacts on the strobe or battery or contact them with any conductive
materials.
• Do not re the ash directly into the eyes (especially those of babies) within short distances. Otherwise, visual impairment may occur. When taking pictures of babies, keep the ash unit at least 3.3
feet (1 meter) away from them. Using bounce ash to reduce light intensity is also recommended.
• This strobe has an over-heat protection circuit, rapid continuous ring will cause the strobe to slow
operation and trigger a “cool down” period. After this period, the strobe will resume normal operation. You may also reboot the strobe by cycling the power o and then on.
• The strobe has a locking mechanism to ensure secure operation. To avoid damage, slide the release
before removing any reectors or accessories.
• In case of abnormal function, sparks, excessive heat, ames or smoke, immediately power o the
unit and disconnect the battery if safely possible. Have it checked by an authorized technician.
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Contents
Intro ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
For your safety ................................................................................................................................. 4
Name of Parts .................................................................................................................................. 6
Control Panel.................................................................................................................................... 7
LCD Panel........................................................................................................................................... 7
eVOLV200 kit contents ................................................................................................................. 8
Separately Sold Accessories.......................................................................................................8
Attaching Flash Heads ................................................................................................................. 9
Battery ..............................................................................................................................................10
Power Management ...................................................................................................................11
Modeling Lamp ............................................................................................................................11
Flash Modes ....................................................................................................................................11
Flash Mode— TTL Autoash ...................................................................................................11
FEC (Flash Exposure Compensation) ...................................................................................12
Flash Mode—M: Manual Flash ...............................................................................................12
Slave Settings.................................................................................................................................12
Flash Mode—Multi/Stroboscopic Flash .............................................................................13
High-Speed Sync ..........................................................................................................................14
Wireless Flash Shooting: R2 Radio (2.4G) Transmission ................................................15
Ratio Lighting Examples ...........................................................................................................16
Optical Wireless Control Function .........................................................................................16
Sync Triggering .............................................................................................................................16
C.Fn: Setting Custom Functions ............................................................................................. 17
MASK Custom Function 5 ......................................................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 18
Temperature Protection Function ......................................................................................... 19
Technical Data ...............................................................................................................................20
Firmware Upgrade ....................................................................................................................... 20
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................22
Warranty and Customer Service ............................................................................................23
Conventions used in this Manual
This manual is based on the assumption that both the camera and camera ash’s power switches
are powered on.
Reference page numbers are indicated by “Page ?/?”.
The following alert symbols are used in this manual:
The Caution symbol indicates a warning to prevent shooting problem.
The Note symbol gives supplemental information.
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Figure A
1. Barebulb Flash Head
2. Fresnel “Speedlite” Flash Head
3. Head Mounting System
4. Support Mounting Socket (¼”x20 thread)
5. Power Switch
6. R2 Wireless Radio and Optic Light
Sensor
7. LCD Control Panel
8. Battery Compartment
9. Battery Release Button
10. Wireless Control Port/USB Port
and 3.5mm Sync Cord Jack
11. Head Release Button
Figure B
13. Barebulb Head Accessory Lock Knob
14. Mounting Socket (¼”x20 thread)
12. Lithium Battery
Name of Parts
Figure D
Figure C
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(A) R2 Radio Status
Radio Operation Pg 15
Manual Operation Pg 12
(B) Channel Status Pg 15
(C) MODE: TTL/Manual/Multi Flash Pg 11-13
(D) High Speed Sync Pg 14
(E) Battery Level Pg 10
(F) TTL (FEC) Exposure Compensation /
Manual Power Setting Pg 12
(G) Flash Duration / Multiash Frequency /
Sleep Pg 13
(H) Overheat Warning Pg 19
(I) Modeling Lamp Pg 11
(J) Sleep Status Pg 11
(K) Optic Slave Pg 16
(L) Audio Signal Pg 17
(M) Timer Pg 17
(N) Mask Status Pg 18
(O) Flash Duration Symbol Pg 12
(P) Custom Function Pg 17
(Q) Group Pg 15-16
Control Panel:
LCD Panel
Figure E
Figure F
15. LCD Panel
16. <GR/CH>Group/Channel Button
(long press for 2 seconds)
17. Flash Ready Indicator, < / C.Fn>
Test Button/ C.Fn Button
(long press for 2 seconds)
18. Select Dial
19. <SET> Set Button
20. < / H> Modeling Lamp Button/
High Speed Sync Button (long press for 2
seconds)
21. < MODE / > Mode Selection Button/
Wireless Selection Button
(long press for 2 seconds)
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Your eVOLV200 can be used in combination with the following accessories, sold separately, so as to
achieve the best photography in any situation or assignment:
R2 Wireless Flash Trigger, R1 Remote Control, Softbox, Beauty Dish, Hexapop/Parapop
Softboxes, Snoots, Light Stands, and the whole Glow line of light modiers available at
Adorama.com.
1- eVOLV200 ash body
1- Barebulb Flashhead Module
1- Barebulb Flashtube
1- Fresnel Speedlite Flashhead Module
1- Stand/Umbrella holder
1- Battery charger
1- Lithium battery pack
1- Barndoor
1- Grid
4 - Magnetized Color Gels
1- Protecting bag
1- Instruction manual
eVOLV200 part by part
Optional Accessories
Figure G
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1. Start with a removing an attached ash
head by the sliding catch lock to the left (g
B / 11) and pulling gently on the head to slip
it o the mounting plate of the eVOLV200
body.
2. Remove the reector or other accessories
from the ash head b efore mounting it on
the eVOLV200 body.
3. The modular Barebulb ash head locks into
the eVOLV200 body by lining up the pins on
the head to the sockets of the eVOLV200
(g H & I) and sliding the head down,
engaging the head to the body. The lock
automatically closes.
4. Take the Barebulb ashtube and align the
pins of the tube carefully with the tube
socket by matching the 3 pins on the base of
the ash tube with the 3 sockets in the Tube
Socket (g J & K). Push the ash tube in until
it is securely seated into the socket.
5. You have the option to attach a reector
or any Streaklight light modier on to the
Barebulb head socket surrounding the
ashtube socket. The knob on the side of the
module (g J) locks and unlocks the add-on
accessory with a twist right or left.
Speedlite and Bare Bulb Modular Flash Heads
Figure H Figure J
Figure I
Figure K
Attaching the Bare Bulb Flash Head
Attaching the Fresnel Speedlite Flash Head
1. Start with a removing an attached ash
head by the sliding catch lock to the left (g
B / 11) and pulling gently on the head to slip
it o the mounting plate of the eVOLV200
body.
2. The modular Fresnel Speedlite ash head
locks into the eVOLV200 body by lining up
the pins on the head to the sockets of the
eVOLV (g H & I) and sliding the head down,
engaging the head to the body. The lock
automatically closes.
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Lithium Battery
Features
Warnings and Advice
Battery Level Indicator
1. The Flashpoint eVOLV200 uses a high capacity Li-ion polymer battery which has long
runtime. The available full power discharges
are approximately 500 times.
2. Safety rst. The internal circuits are designed
to prevent overcharge, over discharge,
current overrun, and short circuit.
3. It takes only 4 hours to fully charge the
battery by using the included standard
battery charger.
1. Do not short circuit.
2. Do not expose to rain or immerse into
water. This battery is not water proof.
3. Keep out of reach of children.
4. No over 24 hours’ continuous charging.
5. Store in dry, cool, ventilated places.
6. Do not expose the battery to high temperatures or into re.
7. Dead batteries should be disposed according
to local regulations.
8. If the battery has not been charged for a long
time due to product idleness, please charge it
to refresh the energy reserve.
9. If the battery had not been used for over 3
months, please recharge fully.
Make sure the battery pack is securely
locked in the chamber of the ash. (g D)
Check the battery level indication on the
LCD panel to see the remaining battery level
(g F/E).
Battery Level
Indication
on the LCD
Panel
Meaning
3 bars Full battery
2 bars Medium battery
1 bar Low battery
Blank symbol
Low battery, recharge immediately.
Blinking
symbol
The battery level
depleting quickly
and will immediately
auto shutdown the
ash in 1 minute.
Please recharge the
battery as soon as
possible (within 10
days) to preserve the
life of the battery.
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Modeling Lamp
TTL Mode
Power Management
Flash Modes
A short press the modeling lamp button
(g E/20) will turn the 20W LED modeling
lamp on or o. An icon appears on the LCD
panel to conrm the status.
The LED Modeling light is only featured on the
Fresnel speedlite style ash head. The modeling lamp will automatic turn o after 1 hour.
The ON/OFF Power Switch (g L) controls the
state of the ash unit. Turn o the power pack
if the ash unit will not be used for an extended period. The automatic hibernation feature
puts the power supply to sleep when there is
no operation for 30 minutes. You can alter the
designated time in Custom Function (C.Fn-F3)
3 to 30, 60, or 90 minutes, before the ash
will automatically hibernate. You can chose to
disable the sleep mode entirely to facilitate use
remotely o camera.
This ash has three ash modes: TTL (Auto),
Manual (M), and Multi (Stroboscopic). Press the
<MODE> Mode Selection Button and three
ash modes will display on the LCD panel one
by one in sequence each time the button is
pressed.
Press <MODE > Selection Button to enter
TTL mode. The LCD panel will display “TTL”. In
TTL mode, the camera and the ash will work
together “through-the-lens” to calculate the
correct exposure for the subject and the background. In this mode, multiple TTL functions
are available: FEC, HSS, second curtain sync,
modeling ash, which can be controlled with
the camera’s menu screen.
The TTL connection is accomplished with R2
Wireless Radio technology and the eVOLV200
will sense the Canon, Nikon or Sony camera
automatically upon receiving a transmission
from any R2 Family transmitter or ash. It will
even switch automatically between several
dierent camera manufacturers, which are on
the same channel/group, on demand.
Figure L
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FEC: Flash Exposure Compensation
M: Manual Flash
Flash Duration Display
Flash Output Range
With FEC function, the eVOLV200 can adjust
the auto exposure bias from -3 to +3 in 1/3rd
stops. It is useful in situations where minor
adjusting of the TTL system is needed based
on the environment.
Press <MODE > Selection Button to enter Manual
mode. The LCD panel will display “M”. The ash
output is adjustable from 1/1 (full power) to
1/128th power in 1/3rd stop increments. To obtain
a correct ash exposure, use a hand-held ash
meter to determine the required ash output.
The following table makes it easier to see how the
stop changes in terms of f/stop when you increase
or decrease the ash output. For example, when
you decrease the ash output to 1/2, 1/2-0.3, or 1/2-
0.7, and then increase the ash output to more than
1/2, 1/2+0.3, 1/2+0.7, and 1/1 will be displayed.
Figures displayed when reducing ash output level --->
<--- Figures displayed when increasing ash output level
1. Press the <SET> Function Button and ash
exposure compensation amount will be highlighted on the LCD panel.
2. Set the ash exposure compensation amount.
• Turn the Select Dial to set the amount.
• “0.3”means 1/3 stop, “0.7”means 2/3 stop.
• To cancel the ash exposure compensation, set
the amount to “+0”.
3. Press < SET > button again to conrm the
setting.
In M manual ash mode, press the < C.Fn >
button for 2 seconds to enter the menu. Select the
C.FN-F2 and choose the S1 function, so that this
ash can function as an optically triggered S1
secondary slave ash with the built-in optic
sensor. With this function, the ash will re
in synch when the main ash res, the same
‘real-time’ response that is realized by R2 radio
triggers. This creates multiple lighting eects
without the use of radio systems.
Long press on the <C.Fn> button for 2 seconds to
enter the menu. C.FN-F2 to choose S2 function,
so that this ash can also function as an optically
triggered S2 secondary slave ash with the built-in
optic sensor while in M manual ash mode. This is
useful when strobes have pre-ash function. With
this function, the optical sensor on the eVOLV200
will ignore a single “preash” from the main
(master) ash and will only re in response to the
second, actual ash from the main unit.
Flash duration refers to the length of time that
from ash’s ring to reach the half peak at
maximum. The half peak at maximum is usually
expressed as t=0.5. In order to provide the
photographer with more concrete data, this
product adopts t=0.1. The dierence between
t=0.5 and t=0.1 is shown in the following picture.
1. Press <MODE > button so that < M > is displayed.
2. Turn the Select Dial to choose a desired ash
output amount.
Setting FEC:
S1 Optical Slave Setting
S2 Optical Slave Setting
• S1 and S2 optic triggering is only available
in M manual ash mode.
1/1
1/1-0.3 1/1+0.7
1/2
1/2-0.3 1/2-0.7
1/4
...
1/2+0.7 1/2+0.3 1/4+0.7 1/4+0.3 ...
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Multi: Stroboscopic Flash
1. Long press the C.Fn button for 2 seconds to
enter C.FN function.
2. Adjust the Select Dial to F6, the t0.1 icon will be
displayed on the LCD panel.
3. Press <SET> button to enter the adjustment
condition.
4. Turn the Select Dial to choose the ON/OFF.
During stroboscopic ash, the shutter remains
open until the ring stops. Use the formula below
to calculate the shutter speed and set it with the
camera.
For example, if the number of ashes is 10 and the
ring frequency is 5 Hz, the shutter speed should
be at least 2 seconds.
To avoid overheating and deteriorating the
ash head, do not use stroboscopic ash
more than 10 times in succession. After 10
times, allow the camera ash to rest for at
least 15 minutes. If you try to use the stroboscopic ash more than 10 times in succession,
the ring might stop automatically to protect
the ash head. If this happens, allow at least
15 minutes of rest for the camera ash.
• Stroboscopic ash is most eective with a
carefully lit or highly reective subject against
a dark background.
• Using a tripod and a remote control is
recommended.
• A ash output of 1/1 and 1/2 cannot be set for
stroboscopic ash.
• Stroboscopic ash can be used with the“
bulb”setting on the shutter speed dial of your
camera.
• If the number of ashes is displayed as “--”,
the ring will continue until the shutter closes
or the battery is exhausted. The number
of ashes will be limited as shown by the
following table.
Number of Flashes / Flash Frequency
=
Shutter Speed
1. Press < MODE > button so that < MULTI > is
displayed.
2. Turn the Select Dial to choose a desired ash
output.
3. Set the ash frequency and ash times.
• Press < SET > button to select the ash frequen-
cy. Turn the Select Dial to set the number.
• Press < SET > button to select the ash times.
Turn the Select Dial to set the number.
• After nish the setting, press <SET> button and
all the settings will be displayed.
With stroboscopic ash, a rapid series of ashes
is red. It can be used to dramatically capture a
multiple images of a moving subject in a single
photograph.
You can set the ring frequency (number of
ashes per sec. expressed as Hz), the number of
ashes, and the ash output.
Display Flash Duration Operation: Calculating the Shutter Speed
• The ash duration will only be displayed
on the LCD panel in M mode.
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High Speed Sync (FP ash) enables the ash to synchronize with virtually all camera
shutter speeds. This is convenient when you want to use aperture priority for ll-ash
portraits, outdoor brightly lit subjects or to overpower the sun as the main source of light.
1. Long Press Function Button <
SYNC
> for 2 seconds so that < H > is displayed.
2. Please use the R2 Family of ashes or transmitters to trigger in perfect sync with a Canon,
Nikon or Sony camera.
High-Speed Sync
Maximum Stroboscopic Flashes:
• With high-speed sync, the faster the shutter speed, the shorter the eective ash range.
• Multi ash mode cannot be set in high-speed sync mode.
• Over-temperature protection may be activated after 40 consecutive high-speed sync ashes.
H
1 2 3 4 5 6-7 8-9
1/4 7 6 5 4 4 3 3
1/8 14 14 12 10 8 6 5
1/16 30 30 30 20 20 20 10
1/32 60 60 60 50 50 40 30
1/64 90 90 90 80 80 70 60
1/128 90 90 90 90 90 90 80
10 11 12-14 15-19 20-50 60-199
1/4 2 2 2 2 2 2
1/8 4 4 4 4 4 4
1/16 8 8 8 8 8 8
1/32 20 20 20 20 20 20
1/64 50 40 40 35 30 20
1/128 70 70 60 50 40 40
Hz
Hz
Flash
Output
Flash
Output
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R2 Wireless Flash Operation
The eVOLV200 adopts the R2 2.4G wireless radio system, which has absolute compatibility with
other R2 Family ashes and transmitters. As a slave unit, the eVOLV 200 senses and switches
automatically to be compatible with Canon, Nikon, and Sony R2 TTL according to the master unit
employed.
Nikon cameras (use R2T-N), Canon cameras (use R2T-C) and Sony cameras (use R2T-S) can use one
or more eVOLV 200-TTL ashes simultaneously.
The EVOLV200 can only be set as slave unit (R2 receiver or Optical S1/S2). Long press the wireless
selection button (gE/21) for 2 seconds to switch the radio transmission function on or o. See the
Manual Flash Operation section for Optical Slave instructions.
B. Setting the Communication
Channel
In order to prevent signal interference from
other wireless ash systems nearby, you can
change the channel IDs. The channel IDs of the
master unit and the slave unit(s) must be set to
the same value.
1. Long press the < GR/CH > Button for 2
seconds, so that the icon will be displayed
on the LCD panel.
2. Turn the Select Dial to choose a channel ID value
from 1 to 32.
3. Press the < SET > button to conrm.
Setting the Communication Group
Short press the < GR/CH > button to choose group ID
value from A to E.
Wireless Mode Flash Mode
OFF M / Multi
Radio Transmission TTL / M / Multi
A. R2 Wireless Settings
Long press < > button for 2
seconds to switch wireless function ON/ OFF.
Turn the wireless function on, the < >
icon will be displayed on the LCD panel.
When using the R1 remote control or others
trigger, please turn o the wireless function.
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Positioning and Operation Range
(Examples of R2 wireless ash setup)
Optical Wireless Flash Mode
R1 Wireless Remote
Control Function
You can assign the slave units into two or three
groups and perform TTL autoash while changing the
ash ratio (factor). In addition, you can set and shoot
with a dierent ash modes for each ring group, for
up to 5 groups.
See the Manual Mode section on page 12
for Optical Slave instructions.
The ash unit is built in with a Wireless Control
Port so that you can wirelessly adjust the power
level of the ash and the ash triggering.
To control the ash wirelessly, you need a R1
remote control set both on-camera and on
the eVOLV200. Insert the receiver end into the
Wireless Control Port on the ash (g B/6) and
insert the R1 transmitter onto the camera hot
shoe. Settings made on the hotshoe-mounted
transmitter will be wirelessly
communicated to the ash with the R1 receiver.
Then you can press the camera shutter release
button to trigger the ash. You can also hold the
transmit end at hand to control your o-camera
ash.
The Sync Cord Jack is a Φ3.5mm plug. Insert
the trigger cord plug into the socket and the
ash will be red synchronously with the
camera shutter.
R2 Wireless Multiple Flash Shooting
Sync Triggering
TTL Auto ash with
one slave unit
• For full instructions on the use of R1
series remote control, see its user manual.
• Turn o the eVOLV200 wireless function.
• Before shooting, perform a test ash and
test exposure for ratios.
• The transmission distance might be shorter
depending on the conditions such as
positioning of slave units, the surrounding
environment and weather conditions.
• When frequent interruption or
interference of the R2 wireless signal, please
change the wireless channel.
TTL Auto
with Two
Slave
Groups
TTL Auto with
Three Slave
Groups
• Flash Mode: TTL, M, Multi
• Sync Mode: First-curtain sync, second-curtain sync and High-speed sync
• Control the power level
• Modeling Lamp: turn on or o
• Audio Signal: turn on or o
When using the eVOLV200 and any R2 family ash trigger together, the R2 transmitter unit can
control the ash function such as:
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C.Fn: Setting Custom Functions
Custom
Function
Display
Number
Functions
Setting
Display
Setting &
Descriptions
Limitations
F1 Beeper
ON ON
NO
OFF OFF
F2
S1/S2 mode
selection
OFF OFF
M mode
S1
S1 Mode
S2 S2 Mode
F3 Auto hibernate
OFF OFF
NO
30 min
Auto hibernate without any
operation
60 min
90 min
F4 Delay ash OFF,
Can be triggered as
second curtain
M/Multi
mode
F5 Mask
OFF OFF M mode
N1
ON: Trigger 2 times for
1 cycles, 1st ash of
trigger.
M mode
N2
ON: Trigger 2 times for
1 cycles, 2nd ash of
trigger.
F6
t0.1 display
ash duration
ON Display
M mode
OFF No Display
1. Long press < C.Fn > button for 2 seconds to enter the C.Fn menu.
2. Select the Custom Function.• Turn the Selection Dial to select the Custom Function. An icon appears on
the lower portion of the LCD screen to represent the Custom Function selected.
3. Change the setting. • Press < SET > button and the Setting No. blinks. • Turn the Select Dial to set the
desired feature. Press < SET > button will conrm the settings.
4. Exit C.Fn menu • Press < Mode > button to exit.
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The MASK Custom Function 5, adds the power of creating photographic digital masks that can be used in
layers within photo editing software, to mask subjects, isolating them from backgrounds
without the use of special computer based post production techniques. A great time saver.
You need to establish the link from the transmitting R2 Rapid or XPLOR 600 Custom Function corresponding
to the MASK feature. The concept is simple, while one set of ashes re for the main subject, the other set
ashes
immediately after in sequence to make 2 dierent exposures. The execution is precise when you follow the
linking process on each ash, assigning the N1 or N2 designation as needed.
There are two settings for the Custom Function on the eVOLV200.
N1: Mask function is on: when the camera res 2 shots rapidly, the units linked will trigger on the rst shot.
N2: Mask function is on: when the camera res 2 shots rapidly, the linked units will trigger on the second
shot.
MASK Custom Function 5
Troubleshooting
If there is a problem, refer to this Troubleshooting Guide.
The ash exposure is underexposed or overexposed.
• There was a highly reective object (e.g. glass window) in the picture.
> Use FE lock (FEL).
• You used high-speed sync.
> With high-speed sync, the eective ash range will be shorter. Make sure the subject is within the
eective ash range displayed.
• You used Manual Flash mode.
> Set the ash mode to TTL or modify the ash output using a ash meter for accurate exposure.
The system provides real-time protection to secure the device and your safety. The following is a list
of prompts for your reference:
Other LCD Error Messages
Prompts on LCD Panel Meaning
E1
A failure occurred on the recycling system that prevents the ash from
ring.
Please restart the ash unit. If the problem still exists, please send this
product to our maintenance center.
E2 The system is excessively hot. Please allow a rest time of 10 minutes.
E3
The voltage on two outlets of the ash tube is too high. Please send
this product to our maintenance center.
E9
There are some errors that occurred during the upgrading process.
Please try again using the correct rmware upgrade method.
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Temperature Protection Function
• To avoid overheating and deteriorating the ash heads, do not re more than 100 continuous
ashes in fast succession at 1/1 full power. After 100 continuous ashes, allow a rest time of at
least 10 minutes.
• If you re more than 100 continuous ashes and then re more ashes in short intervals, the inner
over-temperature protection function may be activated and alter the recycling time to over 10
seconds to protect the circuitry. If this occurs, allow a rest time of about 10 minutes, and the ash
unit will then return to normal operation.
• When the overheat protection is triggered by high temperatures, icon is shown on the LCD
display.
Power Output Level
Number of Flashes
Speedlite Flash Head Bare bulb Flash Head
1/1 40 60
1/2 (+0.3,+0.7) 50 80
1/4 (+0.3,+0.7) 60 100
1/8 (+0.3,+0.7) 100 150
1/16 (+0.3,+0.7) 200 200
1/32 (+0.3,+0.7) 300 300
1/64 (+0.3,+0.7)
1/128 (+0.3,+0.7)
500 500
Power Output Level
Number of Flashes
Speedlite Flash Head Bare bulb Flash Head
1/1 40 50
1/2 (+0.3,+0.7) 50 60
1/4 (+0.3,+0.7) 60 75
1/8 (+0.3,+0.7) 75 100
1/16 (+0.3,+0.7)
1/32 (+0.3,+0.7)
80 150
1/64 (+0.3,+0.7)
1/128 (+0.3,+0.7)
100 200
Number of ashes that will activate over-temperature protection:
Number of ashes that will activate over-temperature protection
in high-speed sync triggering mode:
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Technical Data
Model eVOLV200
Wireless Slave Unit
*Radio transmission mode (compatible with Nikon & Canon &
Sony )
Flash Mode
Wireless o M/Multi
Slave unit of radio transmission
TTL/ M/Multi
Compatible Cameras
under Radio Transmission
(as slave unit)
Nikon cameras (R2N as master unit)
Canon EOS cameras (R2C as master unit)
Sony cameras (R2S as master unit)
Guide No. (ft/m ISO 100)
Speedlite ash head: 170ft/52m (ISO 100) 35mm coverage
Bare bulb ash head: 196ft/60m (ISO 100, with the standard
reector)
Flash Duration
Speedlite ash head: 1/220 to 1/13000 seconds
Bare bulb ash head: 1/220 to 1/11300 seconds
Power Output 200W
Power Range 8 steps: 1/128~1/1
Stroboscopic Flash up to 90 times, 99Hz
Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC)
Manual. FEB: ±3 stops in 1/3 stop increments.
Sync mode
High-speed sync (up to 1/8000 seconds), rst-curtain sync, and
second-curtain sync
Firmware Upgrade
This ash supports rmware upgrade through the USB port.
Update information will be released on our ocial website.
Note: Press < MODE > button and turn the ash on, the rmware update version (e.g. Version 1.0
will read U-1.0) will be displayed on the panel.
A USB cord is not included in this product.
The USB port is a standard Micro USB socket.
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Technical Data (Continued)
Delay Flash 0.01~30 seconds
Mask √
Beeper √
Modeling Lamp (LED) √
Optic Slave Flash S1/S2
Flash Duration Indication √
Wireless Flash
Wireless Flash R2 2.4G radio and optical reception
Wireless ash function Slave, O
Controllable slave groups 5 (A, B, C, D, and E)
R2 Radio reception range
(approx.)
330ft/100m
Channels 32 (1~32)
Power Supply Lithium battery pack (14.4V/2900mAh)
Full Power Flashes 520
Recycle Time Approx. 0.01-2.1s
Battery Indicator √
Power Indication
Power hibernate automatically after approx. 30 minutes of idle
operation.
Sync Triggering Mode 3.5mm sync line, Wireless control port
Color Temperature 5600±200k
Dimension 168x75x50mm (ash head not included)
Net Weight 560g (ash head & battery not included)
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Maintenance
• Shut down the device immediately once abnormal operation be detected.
• Avoid sudden impacts.
• The product should be clean and be dust-free.
• It is normal for the ash tube to be warm when in use. Avoid continuous ashes if unnecessary.
• Maintenance of the ash must be performed by our authorized maintenance department which
can provide original accessories and expert service.
• This product, except consumables (e.g. ash tube), is supported with a one-year warranty.
• Unauthorized service will void the warranty.
• If the product has problems such as electronic failure or was exposed to moisture, cease use until it
is repaired by our professionals.
• Changes made to the specications or designs may not be reected in this manual.
Question about our product line? Need Product Support?
We are proud of our products and celebrate our customers. We are with you, from
product selection to everyday use. Be secure with your purchase and reach us as you need.
Email us: brands@adorama.com
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Address: Adorama Brands, 42 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
You can always contact us at BRANDS@ADORAMA.COM for personal technical support.
Our web site contains a wide range of Support and FAQ pages with valuable technical assistance.
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TWO YEAR FLASHPOINT LIMITED WARRANTY
Flashpoint warrants to the original purchaser that your Flashpoint eVOLV200 shall be
free from defects in material and workmanship for the period of one (2) year from the
date of purchase (or delivery as may be required in certain jurisdictions), or thirty (30)
days after replacement, whichever comes later.
Flashpoint’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall
be, at Flashpoint’s option, to repair or replace the hardware, provided that the hardware
is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as Flashpoint may direct with a
copy of the sales receipt or dated itemized receipt. Flashpoint may, at its option, replace
your product, oer to provide a functionally equivalent product, or repair any product
with new, refurbished or used parts as long as such parts are in compliance with the
product’s technical specications. Any replacement hardware product will be warranted
for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer,
or for any additional period of time that may be applicable in your jurisdiction. 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 problems or damage resulting from accident, abuse,
misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modication or disassembly, improper
operation or maintenance, normal wear and tear, or usage not in accordance with
product instructions or connection to improper voltage supply, use of consumables,
such as replacement batteries, not supplied by Flashpoint, except where such restriction
is prohibited by applicable law.
Except where prohibited by applicable law, this warranty is nontransferable and is
limited to the
original purchaser and the country in which the product was purchased. This warranty
gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights, including a longer
warranty duration that may vary under local laws.
To start a warranty claim contact the Flashpoint Customer Service Department to obtain
a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to
Flashpoint, along with the RMA number and proof of purchase.
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