Nissin Air 1 User Manual
Commander for wireless flash shooting
Canon/ Nikon
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Mode
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unlock
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
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, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Thank you for purchasing a Nissin product
Before using this commander unit, read this instruction manual
and the instruction manuals of your camera and NAS Flash to
familiarize yourself with the operations.
The commander Air 1 (type Canon/ Nikon) is a transmitter for wireless flash
shooting. It can control up to 3 groups (21 units) of NAS (Nissin Air System)
flash (type Canon/ Nikon) that have a wireless multiple flash shooting function
using NAS (radio transmission). Please note that Air 1 Canon and Nikon are
not usable with other branded cameras for TTL operation.
Compatible cameras
Please refer Nissin’s compatibility chart shown at its home page for details and
recent updates: http://www.nissin-japan.com or http://www.nissindigital.com
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Nissin Air System (NAS) is designed for Nissin flash and Nissin commander.
2.4 GHz Transmission
Transmission distance, approx. 30m (98.4 ft.)
Metal/ Wire/ Wall/ another 2.4 GHz radio may reduce the NAS transmission distance
The Nissin commander attached to the camera is called master unit.
When a NAS master is on, Di700A will automatically set to radio transmission
mode. Otherwise the Di700A will automatically set to Optical Transmission.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These safety instructions refer to important information on how to use this
product safely and properly. Please read the following instructions before
using the product.
CAUTIONS
This sign refers to conditions which may cause damage or defect.
Do not touch the inside parts from the opening when the unit was dropped or broken.
Place the batteries correctly in position. Placing the batteries in wrong polarity may
cause leakage, exothermic heat or explosion.
Do not leave or store the commander unit in the temperature over 40ºC/ 104ºF, such as
in the automobile.
The commander unit is not water resistance. Keep the unit away from rain, snow and
humidity.
Do not use benzene, thinner or other alcoholic agents to clean the unit.
Do not use this commander unit with cameras which are not recommended in the
compatibility list at official website, otherwise it may damage the camera’s circuitry.
Remove the batteries when not in use for a longer period of time.
Do not have a heavy impact to the commander unit, nor throw it onto a hard surface
floor.
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Names of the Components
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LED panel
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Battery compartment door
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Mode button
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Unlock button
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Pilot button (Test flash button)
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On/ Off switch (Sound On/ Off button)
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Select/ Set button
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Strap hold
9
Select dial
10
AF-assis light
11
Mounting foot
12
Hotshoe contacts
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Basic Operation
Before starting wireless flash shooting.
Inserting batteries
Usable batteries - Alkaline batteries, Lithium batteries or NiMH batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment door
and insert 2 x size AAA batteries as
shown by the picture.
2. Make sure the + and - battery contacts
are correctly inserted at the battery
compartment.
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3. Close the battery compartment door
and slide it back in place.
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NOTE
It is recommended to use 2 batteries of the same brand and type, and replace them
all at the same time.
Wrong insertion of each battery would not make electric contact.
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