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.
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.
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.
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.
MANUAL mode MANUAL mode (ratio control) GROUP mode RELEASE mode
1. Communication channel 2. Wireless flash mode is displayed when the product is in wireless flash mode. Otherwise, is displayed. 3. Shooting mode 4. Flash compensation 5. Communication mode 6. High-speed sync shooting 7. Low-battery indicator Appears when the batteries are low. It is recommended that you change the batteries shortly. 8. Ratio setting 9. Lighting ratio 10. Flash level 11.
Interface Shoe of the camera. 1. Turn the lock lever to “RELEASE” while pressing the release button (A) on the lever. 2. Firmly insert the Multi Interface foot all the way into the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera in the direction of the arrow. 3. Firmly turn the lock lever to “LOCK” to secure the product. 3. Set the power switch to “ON.” To remove the product from the camera Turn off the power of the product and perform Step 2-1 to remove the product.
2. Ensure that the Wireless Radio Receiver is turned off, and then press and hold the ON/OFF button on the Wireless Radio Receiver for seven seconds or more. The Wireless Radio Receiver will turn on and the LINK lamp will flash in green. 3. When pairing is finished, the LINK lamp on the Wireless Radio Receiver will light up in green. The screen of the product will display the number of Wireless Radio Receivers that have just been paired.
starting from Step 1. To confirm the paired receivers/unpair the receivers Select MENU button - [PAIRING] - [LIST] on the product. When communications between the product and the Wireless Radio Receiver are available, is displayed. To unpair a receiver, set the cursor on (Delete) for the Wireless Radio Receiver to be unpaired, and then press the center button. When you set the cursor, the LINK lamp on the corresponding Wireless Radio Receiver will flash.
Changes and displays the settings of the paired Wireless Radio Receivers. When you set the cursor on each item, the LINK lamp on the corresponding Wireless Radio Receiver will flash. Settings that can be changed or confirmed NAME (Name) The name of the Wireless Radio Receiver is displayed. LINK (Link status) When communications are available, is displayed. GP (Group) You can check or change the group for the Wireless Radio Receiver.
TEST (Test flash) Sets the mode for the test flash. LEVEL STEP (Level step) Sets the amount by which the flash level changes. POWER SAVE (Power save time) Sets the time to elapse before automatically switching to power save mode. VERSION (Version) Displays the version of this product’s software and the paired Wireless Radio Receivers’ software. RESET (Reset) Resets the settings for each flash mode and flash level settings. Values for MENU items will not be reset.
How to change the group using the product 1. Turn on the REMOTE lamp on the Wireless Radio Receiver. 2. Select MENU button – [RECEIVER SET], and then select and change the group of the desired Wireless Radio Receiver. How to change the group using the Wireless Radio Receiver 1. Turn off the REMOTE lamp on the Wireless Radio Receiver. 2. Turn on the desired GROUP lamp by pressing the GROUP button on the Wireless Radio Receiver repeatedly.
button on the control wheel, and then select the desired mode by turning the wheel. TTL (TTL flash shooting mode) The flash level is set automatically based on a value metered by the camera. You can divide receivers into up to three groups (A/B/C). Items that can be changed Ratio You can set the lighting ratio for each group. Flash compensation MANUAL (Manual flash shooting mode) The flash level is set manually. You can divide receivers into up to three groups (A/B/C).
Items that can be changed Flash mode You can set the flash mode for each group. The flash modes for groups A, B, and C can be set to [TTL] or [MANUAL]. The flash modes for groups D and E are locked to [MANUAL]. Set the flash mode to [OFF] if you do not want the flashes in the group to be used.
To shoot by pressing the camera’s shutter button You can perform remote release shooting by pressing the shutter button on the camera to which the product is attached. Attach the product to the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera, and then press the camera’s shutter button. Set the camera’s [Flash Mode] to [Wireless]. You do not need to connect the Multi/Micro USB Terminals of the product and the camera using a Multi Terminal Connecting Cable.
Temperature This product is designed for use under temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). Do not expose the product to extremely high temperatures (e.g. under direct sunlight inside a vehicle) or high humidity. To prevent moisture from condensing inside the product when you bring the product directly from a cold to a warm location, first put the product inside a plastic bag and seal it after removing the air from the bag.
