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FLASHBOSS
TTL TRANSCEIVER
SETUP GUIDE
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO
This guide will take you through the steps to get started with
your FlashBoss TTL Transceiver. For a complete user manual with
detailed instructions on using all the features of the FlashBoss, go to
vellogear.com/flashboss_manual, and download the user manual PDF.
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BOX CONTENTS
• FlashBoss Transceiver
• Mini stand
• Setup guide
Also Available
• FlashBoss cable for Canon
sub-mini (FB-C1)
• FlashBoss cable for Canon
3-pin (FB-C2)
• FlashBoss cable for Nikon
10-pin (FB-N1)
• FlashBoss cable for Nikon
DC-2 (FB-N2)
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OVERVIEW
1. Status indicator
2. Battery compartment
3. Power switch
4. Up button
5. Down button
6. Set button
7. Zoom/Function button
8. Group/Channel button
9. Mode button/
Master–Slave switch
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10. Test flash/shutter
11. PC/USB ports
12. AF Assist light
13. Hot shoe
14. Locking wheel
15. Mounting foot
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
The FlashBoss is powered
by two AA batteries.
1. Press down and slide the
battery compartment door
in the direction of the arrow
to open.
2. Insert the batteries following
the illustration inside the
battery compartment, and
close the compartment door.
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POWERING ON THE FLASHBOSS
To turn on the FlashBoss,
move the power switch
to the On position.
The FlashBoss switches to
standby mode after a selected
amount of time, and the LCD
screen goes blank. To resume
operation, press the camera’s
shutter button or the test
button on the FlashBoss.
See the Settings Menu section
in the user manual to adjust
the amount of time before
standby mode is enabled.
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MOUNTING THE FLASHBOSS ON A CAMERA
When mounted to a camera’s
hot shoe, the FlashBoss can
be used as a transmitter.
Make sure the FlashBoss
and your camera are turned
o before proceeding.
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1. Loosen the locking wheel, and
insert the FlashBoss into the
camera’s hot shoe.
2. Make sure the FlashBoss is
fully inserted into the hot
shoe, and tighten the locking
wheel until secure.
3. Turn on your camera
first, and then turn on the
FlashBoss.
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MOUNTING THE FLASHBOSS TO A STAND
The Mini Stand
1. Loosen the locking wheel, and
then insert the mounting foot
into the mini stand’s coldshoe mount.
Mounting to a Light Stand
1. Screw the 1/4-inch receiver
on the bottom of the mini
stand onto the light stand’s
1/4-inch stud.
2. Tighten the locking wheel
until secure.
2. Mount the FlashBoss onto the
mini stand.
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MOUNTING A FLASH TO THE FLASHBOSS
A flash can be mounted
onto the FlashBoss when the
FlashBoss is attached to the
camera. In this configuration,
the FlashBoss can operate as
a transmitter or receiver.
The FlashBoss TTL passthrough
capability allows the TTL
metering data to flow from the
camera, through the FlashBoss,
and directly to the flash.
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A flash and FlashBoss can also be
used for remote operation with
the FlashBoss in receiver mode.
Make sure the FlashBoss
and your flash are turned
o before proceeding.
Mount the flash to the
FlashBoss’s hot-shoe mount,
and turn on the flash.
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FCC COMPLIANCE NEED ASSISTANCE?
Important! Make sure the flash
is set to TTL mode in order
to function properly with t he
FlashBoss’s operating modes. Refer
to your flash’s manual for enabling
TTL mode.
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.
2. This device must accept
any interference received,
including interference
that may cause undesired
operation.
For detailed instruction on
FlashBoss operation, or
for answers to questions
and troubleshooting,
access the user manual at
vellogear.com or call customer
service at 212-594-2353.
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This VELLO 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 Vello Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the
defective product to Vello 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.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group.
www.gradusgroup.com
VELLO is a registered trademark of the Gradus Group.
© 2017 Gradus Group LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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