Introduction
Thank you for choosing Vello.
Congratulations on the purchase of your Vello IR-C2 infrared remote
control. This wireless remote lets you take photos with your Canon camera
from up to fifteen feet away. The Vello IR-C2 is especially useful for
preventing camera shake during long exposures and for taking self-portraits.
It can also be used to trigger a remote camera when shooting events.
Precautions
Before using your Vello IR-C2 infrared remote control, please read the
following safety notices carefully and thoroughly to ensure safe use and to
help prevent damage to your remote control or injury to yourself or others.
• Remove the battery from this product before long-term storage in order
to prevent it from leaking corrosive liquids.
• This product is not water resistant. Keep it away from rain, snow,
humidity, and general moisture.
• Do not clean this product with agents containing corrosive or flammable
substances such as paint thinner, benzene, or nail polish remover.
• Strong light and weak batteries may adversely affect the transmission of
the infrared signal.
• Dispose of used batteries properly. Never heat them or throw them into
a fire, as this can cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate
heat, or explode.
Overview
Using Your Vello IR-C2 as a Remote Trigger
The Vello IR-C2 can trigger your camera’s shutter from up to fifteen feet
away. To use your IR-C2 as a remote trigger, turn on your camera and follow
these steps:
1. Remove the plastic separator from the battery.
2. Set up your shot and make sure your camera is in focus.
3. Set your camera for remote triggering. For more information about the
remote triggering feature, consult your camera’s manual.
4. Aim the remote at the camera’s infrared sensor and press the S button to
release the shutter immediately, or the 2S button to release the shutter
with a two-second delay.
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Please see your camera’s user manual for complete instructions and
supported features.
Important!
Because infrared technology requires line-of-sight communication between
the two devices, make sure there are no obstructions between the remote
and your camera’s sensor.
Using Your Vello IR-C2 in Video Mode
The Vello IR-C2 can trigger video shooting on compatible Canon DSLR
cameras when in video mode. To use your IR-C2 to as a video trigger, turn
on your camera and follow these steps:
1.
Make sure your camera is in video mode.
2.
Set up your shot and make sure your camera is in focus.
3.
Set your camera for remote triggering. For more information about the
remote triggering feature, consult your camera’s manual.
4.
Aim the remote at the camera’s infrared sensor and press the 2S button
to begin shooting video, and press again to stop shooting.
5.
Press the S button to take a still photo at any time.
Note:
Taking a still photo when shooting video will not interrupt the video
shooting, although the video footage will pause for about one second and
the microphone may pick up the shutter sound.
Replacing the Battery
The Vello IR-C2 is powered by a 3 V CR2025 lithium battery. To replace the
battery, follow these steps:
1. Push the tab in the direction indicated by
the arrow in the illustration, and pull the
battery tray out of the remote.
2. Remove the old battery and replace it with
a new one, making sure the side marked
with a plus sign (+) is facing up.
3. Push the battery tray back into the remote so it locks in place.
Specifications
• Operating distance: up to 15 ft. (4.6 m)
• Operating temperatures: 41°F–104°F (5°C–40°C)
• Battery type: 3 V CR2025 lithium
• Typical battery life: up to 3 years or 20,000 exposures
• Dimensions: 3.4 × 1.6 × 0.23 in. (86.3 × 40.2 × 6 mm)
• Weight: .6 oz (17 g)
Compatible Cameras
Canon
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EOS T2 / T2i(550D) / T3i(600D) / T4i(650D) / T5i(700D) /
100D/SL1 / 5D Mark II / 5D Mark III / 70D / EOS-M / 60D / 7D /
Visit www.vellogear.com for additional compatible cameras
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. The warranty provider’s responsibility with
respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s
discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its
intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty
provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with
a model of equivalent quality and 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 NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have
additional rights that vary from state to state.
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.com
VELLO is a registered trademark of the Gradus Group. © 2014 Gradus Group LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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