Vello FW-MS, FW-MSR User manual

FREEWAVE
MINI-STAND
FLASH TRIGGER

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO

The Vello FreeWave Mini-Stand
Flash Trigger set opens your
photography to a new light.
It expands your photographic
options with wireless triggering
of hot-shoe flashes or studio
lights up to 200' (60 m) away.
The transmitter and receiver
have a sleek and modern
design, which yields a low­profile professional look. The
unique feature of this set is the
receiver is built into the stand.

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So whether you are working on
location or in the studio, the
Mini-Stand Flash Trigger frees
you from sync cords so you can
put your flash where you need
it most for perfect lighting.

Place a flash in the background
on the FreeWave Mini-Stand
Receiver to have extra fill lights
in areas that would otherwise
be too dark. You can pair as
many receivers as you need

to a single transmitter for
superior lighting potential.
The FreeWave Mini-Stand
Flash Trigger does not require
line-of-sight, as its 2.4 GHz
radio waves pass through and
around objects such as walls,
windows, floors, and trees.
The simple pairing system
between the transmitter(s) and
receiver(s) requires only the
push of two buttons before
you're ready to start working.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contents ...................................... 4

Key Features ................................ 6

Compatible Devices .................. 7

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

Overview ...................................0

Installing Batteries ....................2

Pairing the Transmitter to a

Receiver ......................................4

Mounting a Flash to the

Receiver ......................................6

Mounting the Transmitter to

Your Camera ............................. 7

Pairing the Transmitter to

Multiple Receivers ....................8

Pairing a Receiver to Multiple

Transmitters ..............................2

Connecting the Receiver to a

Studio Light ...............................24

Mounting the Receiver to a

Lighting Stand ............................25

Troubleshooting .......................26

FCC Compliance......................27

Specifications ............................28

One-Year Limited Warranty ..30

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CONTENTS

FreeWave Mini-Stand Flash Trigger (FW-MS)

• FreeWave Mini-Stand
Transmitter

• FreeWave Mini-Stand
Receiver

• 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync
cable

• 3.5 mm to /4" phono
adapter

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• 2 × AAA alkaline batteries

• CR2032 3 V battery

• Hot-shoe flash mount cover

• Instruction manual

FreeWave Mini-Stand Receiver (FW-MSR)

• FreeWave Mini-Stand
Receiver

• 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm sync
cable

• 3.5 mm to /4" phono
adapter

• 2 × AAA alkaline batteries

• Hot-shoe flash mount cover

• Instruction manual

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KEY FEATURES

• Stand and Receiver

as One

By having the stand and
receiver built together, you
can place the flash where
you need without additional
equipment.

• Sleek Design
Low-profile and sleek design
provide a professional look.

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• Wireless Hot-Shoe

Flash Trigger Set

Trigger a hot-shoe flash
(on-camera type) up to 200'
(60 m) away.

• Low-Interference Signal

It provides low interference
around and through
obstructions with a robust

2.4 GHz signal.

• Wireless Studio Light

Trigger Set

Trigger a studio light up to
200' (60 m) away.

• Simple Pairing System

Get setup quickly with the
easy two-button pairing
between the transmitter
and receiver.

• Multiple Flash

Triggering

Pair multiple receivers
(available separately) as
needed to trigger many
flashes with a single
transmitter.

COMPATIBLE DEVICES

The FreeWave Mini-Stand
Flash Trigger set is compatible
with hot-shoe flashes that
have manual settings, studio
lights, and DSLR cameras.

Pentax, Sony/Minolta, and Sony
Multi-Interface Shoe (MIS)
flashes are not compatible.

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PRECAUTIONS

• There are no user­serviceable parts inside the
devices. Do not attempt to
disassemble or perform any
unauthorized modification.

• Turn o the camera before
inserting or removing the
Mini-Stand Flash Trigger.

• Do not operate in the
presence of flammable gas
or vapors.

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• Turn o the receiver and
flash before inserting or
removing any piece of
equipment.

• 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 the batteries with the
correct polarity.

• 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 reach of
children. This device
contains small parts which
may pose a shocking hazard.

• Handle the unit with care.

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

• Please read and follow these
instructions, and keep this
manual in a safe place.

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

• Dispose of used batteries,
packaging, and old
devices in accordance
with appropriate local
environmental regulations.

• Clean the unit with a soft,
dry cloth.

• Use only parts provided by
the manufacturer.

• Make sure the item is
intact and that there are no
missing parts.

• All photos are for
illustrative purposes only.

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OVERVIEW

Transmitter

Status
indicator light

Pairing/test
button

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To p Bottom

Battery
drawer

Mounting
foot