Quantum Instruments QFX5d-R, QFT5d-R Bracket Mounting, Connecting Qflash to a Camera

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5.4 Bracket Mounting

Qflash mounts with a 1/4-20 standard tripod thread to brack- ets, light stands, and tripods. Many brackets are made especially for Qflash by popular bracket manufacturers.

Quantum has two optional brackets, models QF70US and QF70E. The instructions below describe mounting to both of these brackets and to other manufacturers brackets, light stands, and tripods.

Two types of 1/4-20 fasteners screw/knob and a friction pad are supplied with Qflash. Place the friction pad between Qflash and the bracket, insert the knob/screw and tighten. (If the mounting surface has a pad, the friction pad is not necessary). Note: Brackets vary in thickness - always make sure that

the mounting knob/screw screws into Qflash at least two complete turns.

5.5 Connecting Qflash to a Camera

There are two ways to connect a Qflash to a camera- wired and wireless. For wired connection use either of these methods:

•Connect a household two-prong sync cord (supplied) to the sync connector of Qflash.

•Connect a QF series TTL adapter to the camera hot shoe.

•Connect a D, Dw, or Dw-R series QTTL adapter to the camera hot shoe.

•Connect a QF53 Hot Shoe sync to the camera.

For wireless connection

• Use the FreeXWire system. See Section 14 - Wireless Qflash Operation

Consult your dealer or www.qtm.com for the latest TTL and QTTL adapter models.

Note: When using a household type (two-prong) sync cord, if you have difficulty getting the flash to fire, Remove the two-prong plug from the Qflash and reinsert it in the opposite direction. This changes the polarity of the Qflash to match the polarity of the camera.

5.6 Powering Qflash

Before turning on any power to Qflash always make all electrical connections first, both to the camera and to the power pack. Qflash “T” models are powered by any Quantum Turbo Battery including Turbo 2x2, Turbo Compact, Turbo Z, and Turbo SC. Quantum “X” models are powered by the Quantum Qpaq system.

Plug the Qflash power cable into the output connection of the appropriate power pack. Turn on Turbo or Qpaq power. Normally Qflash will be pow- ered up and ready to run.

If a “Check Turbo” or “Check Power” message appears on the Qflash display, turn off the Turbo or Qpaq, wait one second, and turn it on again. If the message appears again, the power pack needs recharging. If a “Reset Flash?” message appears in the Qflash display press any button, except the Mode I button, to resume operation.

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Contents Qflash 5d-R series Digital Flash QFT5D Instructions 10/5/06 1027 AM QFT5D Instructions 10/5/06 1027 AM Flash Display Symbols Introduction Table of ContentsFeature Advanced Features SummaryFeatures Available with Qttl D, Dw, Dw-R Series Adapters Inserting the Flash Tube Getting StartedExcessive force is not required Reflectors and Bare BulbBracket Mounting Connecting Qflash to a CameraBasic Navigation Common Features Flash Indicator Lights Option Menu Flash Sensor Limit for Auto ModeReflector settings Basic OptionsSetting Compensation Distance UnitsOption Menu Exposure Compensation Auto mode Qflash Compensation Manual mode Qflash CompensationOption Menu 3 FW7Q Zone Control Restoring Factory settingsManual Mode Operation Manual shooting made easy Manual mode with Qttl adapter connectionAutomatic Mode with Sync only Connection Automatic Mode OperationAuto Fill Auto mode with Qttl adapter Auto mode exposure indicationsAuto Sensor Limit OUT of Range Decrease Fill or F#Quick turn on / OFF of Sensor Limit Setting the Sensor LimitUsing the Sensor Limit Open fieldTwo subjects separated by a gap Qttl mode TTL ModeProgram Mode Operation Stroboscopic Mode OperationTo clear out a Program How to set up or change a ProgramQTTLw Wireless TTL mode Set up the Remote QflashsLocal Qflash is optional Local, on-camera flash is required Always set up the Remote Qflashs firstWireless Auto Fill Set up the Mode of the Remote QflashsLocal, on-camera flash is optional Local Qflash is required Wireless Control ModeWireless Control Mode Important Notes Set up the Remote Qflash GroupsAvailable Modes and Features of Qflash Wireless Operation Example of independent Qflash operation Sync only setupSet up the Control Unit Wired Control ModeSelect the Mode and settings for all flashes Selecting a different flash as the control flashChanging Remote 1 to Remote 2 or Remote 2 to Remote Portrait Typical Lighting SituationsLighting ratios using a control cable Wireless lighting ratios made easyCustomer Service Limited WarrantySummary Qflash Accessories Other Quantum Products P635

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