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Thank you for choosing the Vello FreeWave 
Aviator System. The FreeWave Aviator 
is a professional solution for wirelessly 
controlling off-camera TTL-capable 
flashes while retaining full TTL capability. 
The FreeWave Aviator System is an ideal 
tool for photographers on every level. 
The Aviator gives you the ability to fine 
tune your lighting and help you match 
your final shot to your creative vision.

The Vello FreeWave Aviator allows for 
an impressive range of wireless control. 
Supporting up to 16 channels, flashes can 
be arranged in three groups, which can 
each be set to TTL or Manual mode. The 
TTL EV compensation, manual power, 
and zoom levels for each group can be 

INTRODUCTION

changed separately, and groups can also be 
controlled with ratio-based adjustments. 
This allows the flexibility to be creative 
with different lighting treatments and 
effects. You can instantly raise and lower 
power levels on select lights, or use the 
zoom control to change the tone and shape 
of the lighting for exciting new looks.

With its multiple groups feature, you can 
easily configure up to three different light 
groups, which can be triggered individually 
or simultaneously, for a total of seven 
different combinations. (Simultaneous 
triggering of multiple flash groups requires 
additional FreeWave Aviator Receivers 
or Transceivers, available separately.)

The FreeWave Aviator does not require 
line-of-sight positioning, since its radio 
waves pass through and around objects, 
such as walls, windows, and floors. It also 
functions in all lighting conditions including 
bright daylight or direct sunshine.

Summary of Contents for Freewave Aviator

Page 1: ...FREEWAVE AVIATOR TTL FLASH REMOTE SYSTEM USER MANUAL...

Page 2: ...separately and groups can also be controlled with ratio based adjustments This allows the flexibility to be creative with different lighting treatments and effects You can instantly raise and lower p...

Page 3: ...4 About TTL 15 Setting Channels 16 Adjusting Master Slave Mode on the Transceiver 17 Setting Flash Groups 18 Adjusting a Flash Group s TTL Power EV 20 Adjusting a Flash Group s Zoom 21 Using TTL Ratio...

Page 4: ...3 5 mm cable 3 5 mm to 1 4 mono plug cable Hot shoe protector 2 AA batteries User manual CONTENTS Receiver Receiver Lanyard 3 5 mm to 3 5 mm cable 3 5 mm to 1 4 Mono plug cable Hot shoe protector Adh...

Page 5: ...levels TTL Exposure Compensation enables fine tuning of TTL exposure by 3 EV High Speed Sync allows flash synchronization up to 1 8000 of a second Regular or Second Curtain Sync allows you to create s...

Page 6: ...rd Should a child swallow any part of this product consult a physician immediately Turn off immediately should a malfunction occur Should smoke or any unusual smell come from this product shut it off...

Page 7: ...o not attempt to install batteries in the reverse direction Batteries may leak when fully discharged To avoid damage to the product be sure to remove the batteries if the product will not be used for...

Page 8: ...Display Screen 2 Group Settings Buttons A B and C 3 LED Indicator 4 Test Button 5 Menu Button 6 Option Button 7 Flash Sync Mode Button 8 Select Button 9 and Buttons 10 TTL Dedicated Hot Shoe 11 Batte...

Page 9: ...12 9 Receiver 1 LED Indicator 2 Test Button 3 TTL Dedicated Hot Shoe 4 Battery Compartment 5 1 4 20 Lightstand Socket 6 Channel Switch 7 Power Switch 8 Threaded PC Sync Output Port 9 Group Switch 10 U...

Page 10: ...s available in models for both Nikon i TTL and Canon E TTL cameras The Nikon and Canon models are each compatible with the respective company s TTL Through The Lens technology To make full use of the...

Page 11: ...n the Transceiver s locking ring 4 Turn on the Camera and then slide the Transceiver s Power Switch to On 5 Slide to Off position to turn the Transceiver off MOUNTING TURNING ON THE TRANSCEIVER Note t...

Page 12: ...he Group Switch to A B or C to select the desired Group The Group D setting on the Receiver is for factory calibration only and is not available for use 3 Slide the Channel Switch to 1 2 3 or Auto Aut...

Page 13: ...ransceiver s hot shoe mount 4 Switch the flash s locking switch to the locked position MOUNTING A HOT SHOE FLASH TO A RECEIVER TRANSCEIVER 5 Turn on the flash 6 Your flash must be in TTL mode in order...

Page 14: ...DIO FLASHES WITH A RECEIVER OR TRANSCEIVER Connecting with a 3 5 mm Cable 1 Plug the 3 5 mm cable into the Receiver or Transceiver s Sync Port 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the studio flash s...

Page 15: ...he TTL Screen Many of the instructions start out from the TTL Screen so it will be helpful to remember how to return to it To return to the TTL Screen while in Master mode see page 17 simply press the...

Page 16: ...el from 1 16 channels 5 16 are only available when using two Aviator Transceiver units 3 Press Select to apply the setting Setting an Aviator Receiver s Channel While the Receiver is Off slide the Cha...

Page 17: ...he following 1 From the TTL Screen press Menu twice The device s current mode will start blinking 2 Toggle between Master and Slave mode using the and buttons 3 Press Select when the desired mode is d...

Page 18: ...ngs for groups A B and C It can also fire all groups simultaneously To set the mode of a particular flash group do the following 1 Press the desired group to toggle through the modes between TTL Manua...

Page 19: ...he same flash group simply select the same group letter for each Receiver in the flash group Note you can combine studio lights and speedlights within the same flash group Be aware of the independent...

Page 20: ...group will start flashing 3 Use the and buttons to set the EV exposure in TTL mode 4 Press Select twice when done to apply the settings 5 Press Test to confirm settings ADJUSTING A FLASH GROUP S TTL P...

Page 21: ...g a Transceiver in Master mode 1 From the TTL Screen press Select twice to enter Zoom Select 2 Press A B or C to select the desired Group 3 Use and buttons to set the zoom level Auto 24 28 35 50 70 80...

Page 22: ...just your ratio settings The others will self adjust and maintain their relative settings automatically USING TTL RATIO ADJUSTMENT MODES For example in Ratio A B Mode when setting the ratio as 2 1 or...

Page 23: ...or minus 5 Press Select when done to apply the setting 6 Press Test to confirm settings Ratio A BC Mode Using a Transceiver in Master mode 1 From the TTL Screen press Option twice to enter Ratio A BC...

Page 24: ...egin to blink 3 Press the desired group button A B or C twice to set that group to manual mode 4 Use the and buttons to adjust the manual power setting 5 Press Select twice when done to apply the sett...

Page 25: ...ode on compatible cameras and TTL flashes Consult your camera s user manual to find out how to activate these modes USING HIGH SPEED SYNC SECOND CURTAIN SYNC MODES For Nikon Using a Transceiver in Mas...

Page 26: ...ster mode 2 From the TTL Screen choose a flash sync mode by pressing the Flash Sync Mode button to cycle through and choose an option Second Curtain Sync High Speed Sync Note Canon systems requires se...

Page 27: ...ur flash s manual 2 From the TTL Screen press the Menu button three times 3 Press or to turn AF Assist On or Off 4 Press Select to apply the setting Note for turning off a Nikon Camera s AF light see...

Page 28: ...separate unit independent of Groups A B and C Adjustments to that flash are limited to Auto TTL meaning that TTL EV adjustments are not available or Manual power settings Flash Wake Up If your flash h...

Page 29: ...on buttons together for 3 seconds The LCD display should show All Settings Cleared RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS Channel 1 Master Slave Mode Master Mode Flash Group Power Mode...

Page 30: ...g Power 2 AA batteries 240 hrs on standby 2 AA batteries 400 hrs on standby Output 3 5mm Sync Port TTL Pass through Shoe TTL hot shoe PC sync port 3 5 mm sync port Channels 16 channels 4 channels Grou...

Page 31: ...the Receiver and the setting on the Transceiver to a different combination taking care to ensure that both the Transceiver and Receiver are set identically Ensure that your TTL compatible flash is set...

Page 32: ...d function This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse neglect accident alteration abuse improper installation or maintenance EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES N...

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