FREEWAVE STRYKER II MOTION/SOUND/LIGHTNING TRIGGER User Manual
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO The Vello FreeWave Stryker II for Canon and Nikon is a 3-in-1 solution for light, sound, and infrared (IR) image triggering. In Lightning mode, the device will trigger your camera’s shutter release within approximately 0.1 milliseconds after a lightning burst reaches the 2 sensor, allowing you to capture striking images of storms or fireworks. The Sound mode uses an internal microphone and triggers your camera when it picks up audible noise over 0 dB.
FEATURES COMPATIBLE DEVICES • Detects lightning, sound, and IR heat motion Triggers your camera approximately 0.1 milliseconds after detection The Vello FreeWave Stryker II transmitter comes in a Nikon or Canon kit. The device can also be used with other cameras by using the appropriate cables. See included cable compatibility insert.
PRECAUTIONS • Please read and follow these instructions and keep this manual in a safe place. • Lightning is very dangerous. Stay in a safe place in a storm area. • Do not operate the unit in the presence of flammable gas or vapors. 4 • There are no userserviceable parts inside the devices. Do not attempt to disassemble or perform any unauthorized modification. • Turn off the power of the camera before inserting or removing the transmitter. • Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
• 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. • Make sure the item is intact and that there are no missing parts. • Handle the unit with care. • Do not use or leave the devices in conditions of extreme heat, severe cold, or high humidity. • Do not handle with wet hands or immerse in or expose to water or rain.
OVERVIEW Top Indicator Light Mode Switch On/Off Switch Bottom Cold Shoe Mount Left 2.
CONTENTS • Trigger RCC-C1 and RCC-C2 with RC-LMCII • 2 camera-compatible cables (Canon or Nikon) • Mounting Arm RCC-N1 and RCC-N2 with RC-LMNII • User manual • Cable compatibility list 7
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Installing the Batteries The Vello FreeWave Stryker II is powered by two AAA batteries. To install, remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of the unit. Insert the batteries with the correct orientation, as displayed within the compartment. Re-install compartment door to complete the process.
MOUNTING AND CONNECTING THE DEVICE On the Mounting Arm The Vello FreeWave Stryker II comes with a mounting arm that puts the sensors in front of the camera’s body. This allows the Stryker to pick up signals with less obstructions or interference. To attach the mounting arm, slide the shoe mount foot into a shoemount and tighten the foot’s locking ring. Then mount the FreeWave Stryker onto the mounting arm. Follow the instructions for mounting OnCamera or Bracket (page 10).
On-Camera or Bracket The Vello FreeWave Stryker II has a cold-shoe foot on the bottom of the unit. To mount the device to a camera or bracket, simply slide the shoe mount foot into a shoe-mount. Tighten the foot’s locking ring to secure the device. Then connect the included shutter cable to the Stryker and camera ports [ ]. 10 On a Light Stand The Vello FreeWave Stryker II has a 1/4"-20 threaded socket on the unit’s cold-shoe foot.
MOTION TRIGGERING The unit’s motion triggering mode uses a Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor. It detects movement of infrared (IR) sources, such as humans or animals, from up to five meters (16.4 feet) away, and smaller wildlife at closer range. When the sensor detects IR motion within its field of view (horizontal: 94°, vertical: 82°), it will trigger your camera’s shutter. To activate motion triggering mode, move the mode switch to “Motion.
SOUND TRIGGERING The sound trigger mode uses a built in microphone to trigger the camera when it detects any sound above 0 dB. This can be from any audible noise up to 6.5' (2m) away. To operate the Vello FreeWave Stryker II in sound mode, point the device at the sound source. To activate the sound triggering mode, move the mode switch 12 to “Sound”. Set your camera’s exposure settings along with the Stryker’s sound sensitivity level using the dial on the right hand side of the unit.
Setting the sound sensitivity The sound sensitivity can vary for different sound sources. By adjusting the sensitivity level you can control the level of sound the Stryker will pick up to trigger your camera. To adjust the sensitivity, rotate the sensitivity dial on the right hand side of the device. Rotate the dial clockwise and continue to turn the dial until the LED turns red. This indicates that you have passed the threshold the device determines as the ideal setting in your current environment.
LIGHTNING TRIGGERING An individual’s trigger finger is not fast enough to detect and capture lightning as it strikes. With your Vello FreeWave Stryker II in lightning triggering mode, your camera will automatically activate your camera’s shutter within approximately 0.1 milliseconds of the trigger detecting a flash or burst of light. 14 For operation in lightning mode, point the device’s sensor and camera in the direction of where you’re expecting a lightning flash.
Setting the Lightning Sensitivity The Trigger is very sensitive turns red. This indicates that and with any sudden flicker of you have passed the threshold light, it will fire the shutter. The that the device determines as sensitivity control adjusts the the ideal setting in your current degree to which the sensor environment. To find your picks up on stimuli. The level of optimized sensitivity setting, sensitivity varies for different slowly turn the dial clockwise. conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS Motion Detection Range Maximum 16.4' (5 m) Motion Detection Area Horizontal: 94°, Vertical: 82°, 64 zones Sound Detection Volume 0 dB Sound Detection Range 6.5' (2 m ) outdoor; 11.5' (3.
Lightning Response Time Approximately 0.1 ms IR Temperature Detection* ± 39.2°F (4°C) Power Source 2× AAA batteries (not included) Dimensions 1.2" × 4.1" × 2.4" (3.3 × 10.5 × 6.1 cm) Weight 1.9 oz. (53.7 g) Note: Detection can occur at a ranger superior to the above values depending on the target’s speed and its temperature difference with its surroundings.
TROUBLESHOOTING • Ensure the batteries are installed with the correct orientation as displayed within the battery compartment. • If the trigger is triggering your camera without a reason, turn off any cell phones in the immediate vicinity. 18 • Ensure you are using the correct shutter release cable between your camera and the device. Also check that they are plugged into the appropriate ports. • When using the motion triggering mode, make sure the device is facing the direction motion will occur.
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.
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