Sony FA-WRC1M User Manual

Wireless Radio Commander FA-WRC1M

Before use

Camera software [1]
Before use [2]
Features of the Wireless Radio Commander [3]
Identifying parts [4]
Indicators on the screen [5]

Preparations

Turning on the power [6]
Pairing with a Wireless Radio Receiver [7]

Shooting

Using MENU items [8]
Groups [9]
Wireless flash shooting [10]
Remote release shooting [11]

Notes on use

Notes on use [12]

[1] Before use

Camera software

Update the software of your camera to the latest version before use.

Refer to the dedicated support site for information on camera compatibility.

[2] Before use

Before use

This product can be used in combination with Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras
that have a Multi Interface Shoe.
Some functions may not be available depending on the model of the camera you use. Refer
to the Sony website for your region for details on this product’s compatibility with your
camera.
Along with this manual, refer to the operating instructions of your camera.

This product is designed to be dust and moisture-resistant, but is not
waterproof or splash-proof. When you use the product in rainy conditions,
do not let the product get wet.

Locations to avoid

Regardless of whether this product is in use or in storage, do not place it in any of the
following locations. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

In extremely hot locations
In locations such as a car parked in the sun, the product may become deformed resulting
in a malfunction.
Under direct sunlight or near a heater
The product may become deformed resulting in a malfunction.
In locations with excessive vibration
Near strong magnetic fields
In sandy or dusty areas such as on the beach
Be careful not to let sand or dust get inside the product when using it on the beach or
other sandy areas. This may cause a malfunction.

Flash sync terminals

Flashes that have a sync terminal with reversed polarity can be used with this product.
Use flashes with a sync voltage of 400 V or lower.
Turn off the flash connected to the sync cord when you connect the sync cord to the
(flash sync) terminal. Otherwise, the flash may emit light when the sync cord is
connected.
When you are using a flash connected to the (flash sync) terminal, set the shutter
speed to the slower of the following values or slower.

The flash sync speed of the camera
The shutter speed recommended by the flash

Communication distance

The communication distance between this product and the Wireless Radio Receiver (sold
separately) is approximately 30 m (98.4 ft.).

The distance given above applies under conditions where there are no obstacles,
shielding, or radio wave interferences.
The communication distance may be shorter depending on the positioning of the
products, the ambient environment, and weather conditions.

Trademarks

“Multi Interface Shoe” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

[3] Before use

Features of the Wireless Radio Commander

You can shoot images with multiple flash units that are wirelessly connected, or you can
shoot images with multiple cameras that are controlled remotely by using this product and
the Wireless Radio Receiver (sold separately).

Wireless flash shooting

The Wireless Radio Commander controls genuine Sony flash units (sold separately,
hereinafter referred to as “flash”) attached to Wireless Radio Receivers (sold separately) via
radio wave. Flash units can be divided into a maximum of five groups using the Wireless
Radio Receivers. You can shoot with flash units in various situations by setting the flash
mode or flash’s power level for each group. The Wireless Radio Commander supports TTL
flash shooting, manual flash shooting, and High-speed sync (HSS) shooting, etc. with
multiple flash units.

Remote release shooting

The Wireless Radio Commander can make multiple cameras release their shutters at the
same time so that you can shoot one subject from multiple angles simultaneously.

A Wireless Radio Receiver (sold separately) and a Multi Terminal Connecting Cable (sold
separately) are required for remote release shooting.

[4] Before use

Identifying parts

Control panel

1. LINK lamp

2. LCD panel

3. (flash sync) terminal

4. Multi/Micro USB Terminal
Connects the product and the camera for remote release shooting.

5. Lock lever

6. Multi Interface foot

7. Battery cover

8. Fn (function) button
Switches the display to the settings adjustment screen (Quick Navi screen), letting
settings be changed quickly.

9. SHUTTER button
Releases the shutter of the camera to which a Wireless Radio Receiver is connected
during remote release shooting.

10. TEST button
Tests the flash before shooting.

11. MENU button

12. (LCD illuminator) button
Turn the lighting of the LCD panel and the areas around the buttons on or off.

13. Power switch

When the switch is set to “LOCK,” buttons including the control wheel become inactive
to avoid unintended operations.

14. Center button
Confirms selections on the menu screen.

15. Control wheel
Moves the cursor and changes values on the Quick Navi screen or menu screen.
When shooting, flash compensation and flash level settings are assigned to the left
button, and receiver settings are assigned to the right button.

How to use the control wheel

You can perform operations corresponding to the on-screen display using the control wheel.

Shooting screen

Flash compensation and flash level settings are assigned to the left button, and receiver
settings are assigned to the right button.

Quick Navi screen

You can select an item by moving the cursor (which item is highlighted) using the
top/bottom/right/left button on the control wheel, and change the value by turning the wheel.

Menu screen

You can select an item by moving the cursor using the top/bottom/right/left button on the
control wheel, and change the setting by pressing the center button.

[5] Before use

Indicators on the screen

TTL mode

TTL mode (ratio control)

MANUAL mode

MANUAL mode (ratio control)

GROUP mode

RELEASE mode