FLEXIBLE TTL ROD FOR CANON / NIKON FLASHES OCS-FAC / OCS-FAN User Manual
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO The Vello OCS-FAC/ OCS-FAN is a flexible rod with an integrated TTL cable that mounts directly to your camera’s hot shoe. Ideal for macro and portrait photography, it allows photographers of all levels to experiment with flash angles while 2 maintaining all of the TTL flash functionality of the camera. The TTL rod sets your flash off-camera and enables you to achieve a more natural or dramatic look.
OVERVIEW Top Bottom Locking Wheel Mounting Foot Flexible Rod LOCK Hot Shoe 3
PRECAUTIONS • Exercise caution when using the Flexible TTL Rod. Do not bend the rod more than 180° or rotate the rod’s hot shoe. Doing so may damage the rod.
• Switch off all devices (camera and flashes) before adding or removing a flash unit. • This device is not waterresistant. Do not immerse in or expose to water, rain, or snow. • Do not use the device in conditions of extreme heat, severe cold, or high humidity. • Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the rod, shoe, or contacts. Do not attempt to daisy-chain rods. • Do not clean the rod with solvents. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the rod and connections. • Images are for illustrative purposes only.
MOUNTING ON THE CAMERA 1. Loosen the locking wheel by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Position the TTL rod’s mounting foot with the Lock indicator facing the rear of the camera, and insert the mounting foot completely into the hot shoe of your camera. 6 Note: Make sure the TTL rod’s mounting foot is facing the right direction, or your flash will not be able to communicate with your camera. 3. Tighten the locking wheel by turning it clockwise until secure.
MOUNTING THE FLASH 1. Make sure that both the camera and flash are turned off. 3. Use your flash’s locking mechanism to secure the flash to the TTL rod. 2. Set the camera and rod assembly onto a flat, stable surface and insert the mounting foot of the flash into the hot shoe of the rod. 4. Turn on the flash and the camera.
SHOOTING WITH THE FLEXIBLE TTL ROD Bend the rod to position your flash at the desired angle. Be careful not to bend the rod beyond 180° or rotate the rod’s hot shoe. Doing so may damage the rod. When shooting with the TTL Flexible Rod, hold your camera with one hand while holding the TTL rod with the other.
SPECIFICATIONS OCS-FAC / Canon Length OCS-FAN / Nikon 13.5" (34.3 cm) Weight 8.0 oz.
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.
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.
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