Impact PS80 User Manual

2.4 GHz 80-Channel

2.4GHz

Transceiver

PS-80

PowerSync 16-80

Transceiver

INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents

Introduction ...........................................................................................................3

Key Features .......................................................................................................4-5

Contents ................................................................................................................5

Device Layout / LCD ............................................................................................6-7

Precautions ............................................................................................................8

Installing the Batteries ...........................................................................................9

Mode Selection ....................................................................................................10

Channel Selection ................................................................................................11

Groups ............................................................................................................12-13

Compatible Devices / Backwards Compatibility ..............................................14-15

Using the Transceiver with Your Flash.............................................................16-19

Using Your Transceiver as a Shutter Release .................................................20-28

Advanced Features ........................................................................................29-33

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................34

Specifications .....................................................................................................35

FCC Compliance ..................................................................................................35

Warranty ............................................................................................................36

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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your Impact PowerSync 16-80 Transceiver.
This multi-purpose 2.4 GHz 80-channel digital wireless transceiver empowers
users to remotely trigger flash and camera devices. With the use of a minimum
of two PowerSync 16-80 units, you can enjoy the freedom of triggering from a
distance up to 720 feet (220 m).

The PowerSync 16-80 was designed to give photographers an easy to use,
high-quality radio slave system. The wireless control capability eliminates the
presence of cable clutter, making it ideal for studio or outdoor flash scenarios.

Remote triggering is a secondary ability of the PowerSync 16-80. This is helpful
when a subject, such as wildlife, may be difficult to approach. Additionally, the
wireless function of the device removes the potential of camera shake, making it
ideal for macro, close-up, and long exposure photography.

The PowerSync 16-80’s grouping and range-extending functions create easy to
control transitioning between pre-set devices for off-camera and long-distance
triggering. The adaptive PowerSync 16-80 is also backwards compatible with
the PowerSync 16, enabling owners to use the PowerSync 16-80 with their older
units. One PowerSync unit is able to wirelessly trigger many compatible units.
Its small size and included pouch make the PowerSync 16-80 simple to store and
transport.

To fully understand and best use the functions and capabilities of your PowerSync
16-80, please take a moment to read through this user guide.

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Key Features:

•DigitalWirelessTransceiver: Powerful multipurpose transmitter/receiver
that can act as a flash trigger and remote shutter release for multiple devices
simultaneously.

•SyncSpeed: Offers a maximum sync speed of 1/250 second, allowing the user
to capture images wirelessly in most shooting scenarios.

•80DigitalChannels: Perfect for operating multiple devices wirelessly without
having to worry about radio or flash interference.

•DigitallyCoded2.4GHzSignal:A stronger and more reliable radio signal that
allows the units to communicate, even with barriers between them, eliminating
the need for a line-of-sight between devices.

•BackwardCompatibility: Compatible with the Impact PowerSync 16
transmitter and receiver units.

•FourIndividualGroupings: Provides the user with the ability to wirelessly
bundle multiple units in bunches, creating separate groups with alternate
settings.

•IdealforLong-ExposureandMacroPhotography:The hands-free shutter
release features of the device make it perfect for photography situations where
eliminating camera shake is an asset.

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•ExtendedWirelessRange: Has the ability to extend the device’s signal range

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PS-80

PowerSync 16-80

Transceiver

INSTRUCTIONS

2.4 GHz 80-Channel

Transceiver

2.4GHz

with the use of multiple units for flash and camera triggering.

•Auto-Syncing: This synchronizes your remote flashes with a camera’s shutter
release using only three transceiver units.

Contents Include

1

Transceiver

2

Lanyard

3

Pouch

4

3.5 mm to 3.5 mm flash sync cable

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3.5 mm to 1/4” cable adapter

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2.5 mm to PC flash sync cable

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2x AA alkaline batteries

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Self adhesive, adjustable

accessory shoe

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User guide

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Overview

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Power switch

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Mode (Transmitter

TX, Receiver RX, or
Transceiver TX/RX)

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3.5 mm output for flash/
shutter release cable

4

Female screw-in PC

port output

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Channel selector

6

Integrated antenna

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LED status light

Auto focus: orange
Shutter: green
Power on confirmation:

blinking red

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Backlit LCD screen

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Group selector

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Lanyard loop connection

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Device Layout

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Reset (Press “Bulb”

and Group “D” button
for 3 seconds)

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Bulb mode/Continuous

focus lock

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Test (flash)/Shutter

Release Button
(shutter)

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2.5mm PC input

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mini-USB Type B/DC5v

adapter port

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Receiver hot shoe

mount

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Locking thumbwheel

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Transmitter shoe foot

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Battery compartment

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¼-20” female threaded

socket

TxRx

ON LY

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Tx/Rx mode indicator

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Channel indicator

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Shutter indicator

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Focus confirmation

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Signal verification

LCD

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LOW

B

FL

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Bulb mode indicator

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Continuous focus

lock indicator

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Group indicator

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Battery status

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A

B

C

D

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Precautions

• There are no user-serviceable parts inside the devices. Do not attempt to disassemble
or perform any unauthorized modification.

• Do not operate the PowerSync 16-80 in the presence of flammable gas or vapors.

• Do not handle with wet hands or immerse in or expose to water or rain. Failure to

observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

• Keep out of the reach of children. This device contains small parts which may pose a
choking hazard.

• Observe caution when handling batteries. Batteries may leak or explode if improperly
handled. Use only the batteries listed in this manual. Make certain to align batteries
with the correct polarity.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product,
be sure to remove the batteries before leaving the product unattended for prolonged
periods or when no charge remains.

• Do not use or leave the devices in conditions of extreme heat, severe cold, or high
humidity.

• Turn off the camera and/or flash’s power before inserting or removing any cord.

• Dispose of used batteries, packaging, and old devices in accordance with appropriate

local environmental regulations.

• All images are for illustrative purposes only.

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Installing the Batteries

The battery compartment is located on the rear of the device. To install the
batteries, open the compartment door and carefully slide two AA batteries into
position. Ensure that the polarity of the batteries match the icons shown within
the compartment.

The PowerSync 16-80 may also be powered using a mini-USB type B DC5v AC
adapter.

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Mode Selection

Transmitter(Tx:)

Transmitter mode sets the transceiver to only send out signals to other devices.
No incoming signals will affect the device while this mode is initiated.

Receiver(Rx):

Receiver mode sets the transceiver to only accept incoming signals from
transmitting devices. This mode does not allow the device to send out signals.

Transmitter/Receiver(Tx/Rx):

Transmitter/Receiver mode allows the transceiver to both send and receive
signals to or from other devices simultaneously.

To change the mode on your PowerSync 16-80, press and hold the M button until
the current mode begins to blink on the LCD screen. Press the M button again
until your desired mode is displayed on the LCD screen.

NOTE: Using Tx/Rx mode increases the chance of signal interruptions between
communicating devices in the presence of many PowerSync 16-80 units. For the
most reliable signal transmission or reception, use either Tx or Rx mode when
possible.

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Channel Selection

The Impact PowerSync 16-80 provides the user with 80 individual channels. To
set a device’s channel, push and hold the Channel Selector buttons, up or down,
for two seconds until the channel number begins to blink. Press the Channel
Selector buttons up or down to select the desired channel number.

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