Phottix Indra500 TTL Manuel D'utilisation page 4

locked. (See picture7)
4. If using an umbrella, make sure the umbrella pass-through hole in the reflec-
tor is aligned with the umbrella holder on the Indra studio light.
To remove the reflector
1. Push the quick-release locking latch with one hand.
2. Rotate the reflector anti-clockwise in the same direction as the arrow in the
diagram and remove it from the Indra500 with the other hand. (See picture 8)
Note: Please be aware to keep the reflector parallel to the mount of the studio
light while removing the reflector to prevent it touches the glass dome and in-
cur damage.
Using the Umbrella Holder
The Phottix Indra500 TTL has an umbrella holder on the top of the light, making
it easy to mount umbrellas and umbrella-style softboxes. Using the umbrella
mount is simple: Insert the umbrella shaft into the umbrella holder on the Phot-
tix Indra Studio Light. Turn the screw on the umbrella holder to tighten against
the umbrella shaft.
Using the Softbox Mount
The Phottix Indra500 TTL features a Bowen's-compatible locking ring for soft-
boxes, and other light modifying accessories. Using the Softbox Mount is the
same as mounting and removing the Phottix Indra Reflector (above).
To attach: Align the softbox speed ring with the mounting slot on the Indra500.
Insert and rotate the softbox mount clockwise following the direction of the
arrow in the diagram until the lock engages with a click. (See picture7)
To remove: Push the quick-release locking latch backwards, and rotate the soft-
box mount anti-clockwise to remove it from the Indra500. (See picture 8)
Sync and USB Ports
1. A Phottix flash trigger (Phottix Odin TTL, Strato II Multi and Strato TTL) or cam-
era can be connected to the Indra's 3.5mm sync port using a compatible cable.
The device will then be able to trigger the Indra500 TTL Studio Light.
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2. The USB port is used for firmware upgrades. Firmware announcements and
instructions will be made available on Phottix websites.
Please note:
Only the manual mode is supported when a flash trigger is connected via the
sync port.
Transmission Channels
The Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light Wireless system has four channels; 1, 2,
3, and 4. The same channel needs to be set on the Indra500 TTL Studio Light
when in wireless receiving mode as on the triggering device or flashes used to
trigger the Indra.
Quick Flash Function
The Quick Flash function allows the studio light to fire when it is not fully cha-
rged, i.e. the status LED is still flashing green. Quick Flash recycle times are faster;
this helps for snap photography at short distances.
Quick Flash can be used for continuous drive modes, Quick Flash for continuous
shot function can be enabled or disabled in the Menu (See the Menu section
below).
Please note:
The Quick Flash Function makes flash firing a priority. Under-exposure could
result if the subject is located too far from the camera.
Flash Exposure Bracketing – FEB
Flash Exposure Bracketing (FEB) can be used to automatically change the flash
power over a series of photos. The camera will record a series of images with dif-
ferent exposures. FEB is useful in run-and-gun situations as well as when shoot-
ing scenes with different lighting conditions to help ensure a properly exposed
photo. FEB can also be used for HDR photography.
The FEB function is supported but cannot be set on the Indra500 TTL Studio
Light. The availability of this function depends on whether the trigger or camera
is equipped with an FEB function. See your camera manual for more information
on Flash Exposure Bracketing.
Flash Exposure Lock – FEL/FV Lock
Flash Exposure Lock (FEL, also FV Lock in Nikon camera) can be used to lock the
flash exposure before a photo is taken. This is useful when manual spot me-
tering is being used in a scene with different lighting conditions. While in TTL
mode, press the camera's function button to use this function. See your camera
user manual for more information on FEL functions and usage.
The FEL function is supported but cannot be set on the Indra500 TTL Studio
Light. The availability of this function depends on whether the trigger or camera
is equipped with an FEL function. See you camera manual for more information
on Flash Exposure Lock.