Advanced User Guide E CT2-D152-A © CANON INC.
Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Instruction Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 About This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Part Names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction The Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 is a transmitter for wireless flash photography that can control up to 5 groups (15 units) of Canon Speedlites supporting wireless multiple-flash shooting using radio transmission. Read before use To avoid shooting problems and accidents, first read the Safety Instructions. Also read this Advanced User Guide carefully to ensure correct use. This product provides dust and water resistance but cannot keep out all dust, dirt, water, or traces of salt.
Instruction Manual The included Instruction Manual provides basic information on the Speedlite Transmitter. Advanced User Guide Complete instructions are provided in this Advanced User Guide. For the latest Advanced User Guide, refer to the following website. https://cam.start.
About This Guide Icons in This Guide Basic Assumptions Icons in This Guide Links to pages with related topics. Warning to prevent shooting problems. Supplemental information. Troubleshooting tips.
Basic Assumptions It is assumed that you have turned on the camera, transmitter, and flash unit. The icons used for buttons, dials, and symbols in the text match the icons found on the transmitter, cameras, and Speedlites. Transmitter features can be configured from the camera. Default settings are assumed for menu functions/Custom Functions of the camera, as well as Custom/Personal Functions of the transmitter and flash unit.
Safety Instructions Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely. Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others. WARNING: Denotes the risk of serious injury or death. Keep the product out of the reach of young children. The cover is dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance. Do not disassemble or modify the product. Do not expose the product to strong shocks or vibration.
Part Names (1) (5) (2) (3) (4) (1) (6) < > Radio transmission confirmation lamp > Menu button (2) < (3) Mounting foot lock lever (4) Lock-release button (5) < > Charge/power lamp (6) Dust- and water-resistant adapter (4) (1) Contacts (2) Mounting foot locking pin (3) Mounting foot (4) Cover (1) 9 (2) (3)
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Getting Started This chapter describes the preparations before starting wireless flash photography.
Attaching and Detaching the Transmitter 1. Attach the transmitter. Insert the mounting foot in the multi-function shoe until it clicks into place. 2. Secure the transmitter. On the mounting foot, slide the mounting foot lock lever to the right. When the lock lever clicks in place, it is locked. 3. Detach the transmitter. While pressing the lock-release button, slide the mounting foot lock lever left and remove the transmitter. Reattach the cover to protect the contacts.
Caution Make sure the transmitter is securely attached to the camera. Loose attachment may cause malfunctioning, and the transmitter may fall off. Do not touch the contacts with your fingers. This may lead to corrosion. Corroded contacts may cause malfunctioning.
Turning on the Power 1. Set the power to < >. Slide the mounting foot lock lever to the < 14 > position.
Accessing the Camera Menu for the Transmitter Auto Power Off 1. With the transmitter attached ( 2. Set the camera's power switch to < ), set the power to < >. Power is supplied to the transmitter, and < 15 > is lit in red. >( ).
3. Press the < > button. [Flash function settings] is displayed on the camera screen. Note All transmitter features are configured from this camera menu. The transmitter's settings are stored even when you detach it from the camera. The settings are maintained when you reattach the transmitter. You can set the camera to beep when the receiver is fully charged (C.Fn-20). The transmitter is powered by the camera. Auto Power Off The unit will turn off automatically 5 min.
Wireless Flash Photography This chapter describes how to shoot with wireless flash using radio transmission. See the system map ( ) for the accessories required for radio transmission wireless flash shooting. Caution Operations described in this chapter are not available when the camera is set to Basic Zone shooting modes. Set the camera's shooting mode to < >< > < >< >< > (Creative Zone).
Wireless Flash Photography Positioning and Operation Range Shooting with sophisticated wireless lighting from multiple flash units is as easy as normal E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash shooting when you use the transmitter with a Canon Speedlite supporting radio transmission wireless shooting as the receiver. The system is designed so that the settings of the transmitter (sender) attached to the camera are automatically applied to the wirelessly controlled Speedlite (receiver).
Positioning and Operation Range Autoflash using one receiver ( ) (1) EL-1 (2) ST-E10 (3) Transmission distance: Approx. 30 m / 98.4 ft.
Autoflash using groups of receivers ( ) E-TTL II / E-TTL autoflash photography is possible with two or three receiver groups, and the flash ratio (proportion of flash output) can be adjusted as needed. In addition, you can set and shoot in a different flash mode for each firing group, with up to five groups. (1) 2 groups (A, B) (2) 3 groups (A, B, C) Caution Take a few test shots in advance.
Shooting in a different flash mode for each group ( * This is only one example of flash mode settings.
Wireless Settings Setting the Sender Setting the Receiver Transmission Channel/Wireless Radio ID Settings < > Lamp Set the sender (ST-E10) and receivers (flash units) for wireless shooting as follows. Setting the Sender 1. With the transmitter attached ( 2. Set the camera's power switch to < 22 ), set the power to < >. >( ).
3. Check < >. Confirm that < 4. Press the < > is lit in red. > button. Confirm that [Flash function settings] is displayed on the camera screen.
Setting the Receiver As receiver units, specify flash units compatible with wireless flash photography using radio transmission. For instructions on configuring receiver settings, refer to the instruction manual of the flash unit.
Transmission Channel/Wireless Radio ID Settings To avoid interference with other photographers' wireless systems that have multiple flash units controlled by radio transmission, or with other wireless devices that use radio waves, you can change the transmission channel and wireless radio ID. Set the same channel and ID for both the sender and receiver.
3. Set a transmission channel. Select [AUTO] or a channel from 1 to 15, then select [OK]. 4. Select [Wireless radio ID].
5. Set a wireless radio ID. Specify a four-digit number, then select [OK]. The < > lamp is lit when communication is established between the sender and receiver.
< > Lamp You can determine the connection status from the state of the < > lamp. Status Description Lit Connected Off Not connected Check the channel and ID Too many units Do not exceed 16 senders and receivers, combined Blinking Error Action – Restart the sender and receiver Caution Receivers will not fire unless the sender and receiver channels match. Set both to the same number, or set both to “AUTO.” Receivers will not fire unless the sender and receiver wireless radio IDs match.
ETTL: Fully Automatic Wireless Flash Photography Autoflash Using One Receiver Autoflash Using Multiple Receivers This section describes basic fully automatic wireless shooting with the ST-E10 attached to the camera as a sender to control a flash unit (receiver) wirelessly. Autoflash Using One Receiver 1. Set the flash unit as a receiver. For instructions on configuring receiver settings, refer to the instruction manual of the flash unit. Set A, B, or C as the firing group.
3. Position the camera and flash unit. Position them within the range shown in Positioning and Operation Range. 4. Press the < > button. [Flash function settings] is displayed on the camera screen. 5. Set the flash mode to [E-TTL II flash metering]. Select [E-TTL II flash metering] and then [OK]. The receiver unit is set automatically to < controlled by the sender unit.
6. Check the connection and make sure the flash unit is charged. Confirm that the < > lamp is lit. When the receiver flash is charged, the AF-assist beam emitter blinks at approx. 1 sec. intervals. The charge lamp on the sender is lit when all flash units are fully charged. 7. Check the performance. Take some test shots to make sure the flash unit fires. If it does not fire, check that it is placed within the transmission range ( ). 8. Take the picture.
Autoflash Using Multiple Receivers Use more receivers and fire them as a single flash unit when more light is needed or as an easy way to ensure ample lighting. Add receivers, and then shoot as described in “Autoflash Using One Receiver” ( ). A, B, or C can be set as the firing group. Flash units added as receivers all fire at the same output, and the total, combined output is automatically controlled to provide standard exposure.
Advanced Shooting with Fully Automatic Wireless Flash This wireless system eliminates the need to set up the following features on receivers, which are automatically configured based on transmitter (sender) settings. Flash Exposure Compensation< FEB< > > High-Speed Synchronization< > Second-Curtain Synchronization< > FE Lock Flash Exposure Compensation Just as exposure compensation is adjustable, you can also adjust flash output. 1. Press the < 2. Select [Flash exposure compensation]. > button.
3. Set the flash exposure compensation amount. After setting the compensation amount, select [OK]. “0.3” indicates 1/3 stops and “0.7” indicates 2/3 stops. To cancel flash exposure compensation, return the compensation amount to “±0.” Note Generally, set an increased exposure compensation for bright subjects and set a decreased exposure compensation for dark subjects.
FEB You can take three shots while automatically changing the flash output. This is called FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing). 1. Press the < 2. Select [Flash exposure bracketing]. 3. Set the FEB level. > button. After setting the FEB level, select [OK]. “0.3” indicates 1/3 stops and “0.7” indicates 2/3 stops. When used with flash exposure compensation, FEB shooting is centered on your specified flash exposure compensation amount.
Note After the three shots are taken, FEB is canceled automatically. Before shooting with FEB, consider setting the camera drive mode to single shooting, and make sure the flash units are charged. When the drive mode is set to continuous shooting, shooting automatically stops after three consecutive shots are taken. You can use FEB together with flash exposure compensation or FE lock. You can set FEB to remain enabled after shooting the three shots (C.Fn-03). You can change the FEB shooting sequence (C.
High-Speed Synchronization High-speed sync enables flash photography at all shutter speeds. This is effective when you want to shoot in the aperture-priority AE < > mode (open aperture) with background blur in locations such as outdoors in daylight. 1. Press the < 2. Select [Shutter synchronization]. 3. Select [High-speed synchronization]. > button. Select [High-speed synchronization] and then [OK]. Before shooting, confirm that < 37 > appears on the camera screen.
Caution With high-speed sync, the faster the shutter speed, the shorter the effective flash range will be. Note < > is not displayed on the camera screen when the shutter speed is less than the maximum flash sync shutter speed. To return to normal flash firing, select [First-curtain synchronization] in step 3.
Second-Curtain Synchronization Using second-curtain sync at low shutter speeds enables natural shots of subject motion trails, such as car lights. The flash fires immediately before the camera finishes shooting (before the shutter closes). 1. Press the < 2. Select [Shutter synchronization]. 3. Select [Second-curtain synchronization]. > button. Select [Second-curtain synchronization] and then [OK].
Note Second-curtain sync works well in < > (bulb) shooting mode. Flash units fire twice in [E-TTL II flash metering] flash mode. The first firing, which does not indicate malfunctioning, is preflash to determine flash output. To return to normal flash firing, select [1st-curtain sync] in step 3.
FE Lock Shooting with FE (flash exposure) Lock provides suitable flash exposure over your specified area of the subject. Use the camera to configure FE lock. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual of the camera and flash unit. Note < > blinks on the camera screen if suitable exposure cannot be obtained with FE lock. Move the receiver closer to the subject or open the aperture, and then lock the flash exposure again. You can also try setting a higher ISO speed before performing FE lock again.
Using Multiple Senders You can designate two or more sender units. Wireless flash photography under the same lighting arrangement (with the same receivers) is also possible using other cameras, by switching the camera that the sender is attached to. Caution When the < > lamp is not lit, it indicates that the flash unit is not connected yet. After checking the transmission channel and wireless radio ID, turn each sender unit off and on again.
ETTL: Wireless Multiple-Flash Photography with Flash Ratio Autoflash with Two Receiver Groups Autoflash with Three Receiver Groups Group Control Autoflash with Two Receiver Groups You can adjust the lighting balance (flash ratio) with receivers separated into 2 groups, A and B. The total (sum) of light from firing groups A and B is automatically controlled to a achieve standard exposure. 1. Set the firing group of the receivers. Set this manually on each receiver.
2. Select [Flash group]. Complete steps 2–4 using the sender. 3. Set to [A:B]. Select [A:B] and then [OK].
4. Set the A:B flash ratio. Set the A:B flash ratio, then select [OK]. 5. Take the picture. The receiver will fire at the set flash ratio.
Autoflash with Three Receiver Groups Once flash groups A and B have been set up, you can add group C to fire with multiple flash units. For an overview of flash control, see “Group Control.” C is useful when you want lighting that eliminates the subject's background shadow. 1. Set a flash unit as firing group C. For instructions on configuring receiver settings, refer to the instruction manual of the flash unit. 2. Select [Flash group].
3. Set to [A:B C]. Select [A:B C] and then [OK]. 4. Set the A:B flash ratio. Set the A:B flash ratio, then select [OK].
5. Set the flash exposure compensation amount for firing group C. After setting the compensation amount, select [OK]. 6. Take the picture. Just as in normal flash photography, shoot after configuring the camera.
Group Control Firing group A You can add more receivers when more light or sophisticated lighting is needed. For added receivers, simply specify the flash group (A, B, or C) that you want to be brighter. Up to 15 receivers are supported. >, they are all controlled as For example, when three receivers are set to flash group < a single, high-output flash unit in group A. Caution To fire the three groups of A, B, and C, set to [A:B C]. Group C does not fire when set to [A:B].
M: Wireless Multiple-Flash Photography with Manual Flash Output MULTI: Stroboscopic Flash This section describes wireless multiple-flash shooting in manual flash mode. You can set the flash output in a range from full 1/1 output to 1/8192 output in 1/3-stop increments for each firing group. All settings are configured on the sender unit. 1. Press the < 2. Select [Flash mode]. 3. Set the flash mode to [Manual flash]. > button. Select [Manual flash] and then [OK].
4. Select [Flash group]. 5. Set the firing group. Select [Fire all (no separate control)], [A:B], or [A:B:C], and then [OK]. • For the same output from all receivers, select [Fire all (no separate control)]. • To set the output for firing groups A and B, select [A:B]. • To set the output for firing groups A, B, and C, select [A:B:C]. 6. Select a firing group. Select the group to which the flash output applies.
7. Set the flash output. After setting the output, select [OK]. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the flash output of all groups. 8. Take the picture. Each group fires at the set flash output. Note Specify A, B, or C as the receiver firing group when using [Fire all (no separate control)]. Flash firing will not fire if set to D or E. To fire multiple receivers at the same flash output level, select [Fire all (no separate control)] in step 5.
1. Press the < 2. Select [Flash mode]. 3. Set the flash mode to [MULTI flash (stroboscopic)]. > button. Select [MULTI flash (stroboscopic)] and then [OK].
4. Select an item. Select the flash count (1), frequency (2), or output (3), then select [OK].
5. Set the value. After setting the value, select [OK]. Repeat steps 4–5 until the flash frequency, count, and output are all configured.
Calculating the shutter speed To ensure that the shutter remains open until all stroboscopic firing is finished, calculate a shutter speed to set on the camera as follows. Flash count ÷ flash frequency = shutter speed For example, when flash count is set to 10 (times) and flash frequency to 5 (Hz), set the shutter speed to at least 2 sec. Caution To avoid wearing out or damaging receiver flash heads from overheating, do not use stroboscopic flash repeatedly more than 10 times.
Maximum continuous flash count Maximum flash count is as follows when the flash count is indicated as “----” (bar display).
Gr: Shooting in a Different Flash Mode for Each Group You can set and shoot in a different flash mode for each firing group, with up to five groups (A, B, C, D, and E). The flash modes that can be set are (1) E-TTL II / E-TTL autoflash, (2) manual flash, and (3) auto external flash metering. In flash mode (1) or (3), exposure is controlled to obtain standard exposure for the main subject from all groups combined. This function is for advanced users who are very knowledgeable and experienced in lighting.
2. Select [Flash mode]. 3. Set the flash mode to [Individual group control]. Select [Individual group control] and then [OK]. The receiver unit's flash mode is set automatically during shooting, controlled by the sender unit. 4. Set the firing group of the receivers. Set this manually on each receiver. Set the firing group (A, B, C, D, or E) for all receivers. For instructions on configuring receiver settings, refer to the instruction manual of the flash unit.
5. Set the flash mode. Select [Wireless set.]. Setting the flash mode For the selected firing group, choose [E-TTL II], [Manual flash], [AutoExtFlash], or [Disable].
Setting the flash output and flash exposure compensation amount Configure flash features available in the flash mode. For [Manual flash], set the flash output. For [E-TTL II] or [AutoExtFlash], set the flash exposure compensation amount as needed. Repeat step 4 to configure flash features for all firing groups. Caution For [AutoExtFlash] flash mode, make sure the receivers support auto external flash metering. Firing in this flash mode is not possible if auto external flash metering is not supported.
Clearing Transmitter Settings You can restore default settings for wireless shooting. 1. On the camera, press the < 2. Select [External Speedlite control]. 62 > button.
3. Select [Clear settings]. Select [Clear flash settings] and then [OK]. The transmitter settings are cleared, and the flash mode is set to [ETTL II]. Note Clearing the settings does not clear the transmission channel, wireless radio ID, and Custom Function ( ) settings.
Test Firing from Receivers Flash units set as receivers can be used to test firing of other flash units. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual of the flash unit. Note When there are multiple senders, the one that was started first fires.
Remote Release from Receivers Flash units set as receivers can be used to shoot remotely, enabling remote control shooting. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual of the flash unit. Caution Shooting is not possible when autofocus fails. It is recommended that you set the lens focus mode switch to < > and focus manually before releasing the shutter. Note Remote release is performed with “single shooting” regardless of the camera's drive mode setting.
Setting Transmitter Functions from the Camera This chapter describes how to set transmitter functions from the camera menu. Caution Operations described in this chapter are not available when the camera is set to Basic Zone shooting modes. Set the camera's shooting mode to < >< > >< >< > (Creative Zone).
Control from Camera's Menu Screen Transmitter Function Settings Settings Available in [External Speedlite control] Transmitter Custom Function Settings You can set flash functions and Custom Functions from the camera menu. For camera instructions, refer to the camera instruction manual. Transmitter Function Settings 1. Select [Flash function settings]. In [External Speedlite control], select [Flash function settings].
2. Set the function. The setting screen and options displayed vary depending on the camera. Select an option and set the function.
Settings Available in [External Speedlite control] The configurable functions are as follows. Available settings vary depending on the camera and flash mode used, wireless function settings, and other conditions. Function Flash firing Enable / Disable E-TTL balance Ambience priority / Standard / Flash priority E-TTL II meter.
Slow synchro You can set the flash-sync speed for wireless flash photography in < priority) or < > (Program AE) mode. > (aperture Flash mode You can choose the flash mode from [E-TTL II flash metering], [Manual flash], [MULTI flash (stroboscopic)], or [Individual group control] to suit your desired flash photography. Wireless functions Automatically set to wireless flash photography using radio transmission. For details, see “Wireless Flash Photography.
Transmitter Custom Function Settings You can set Custom Functions for the transmitter from the camera menu. The information displayed varies depending on the camera used. For details on Custom Functions, see “Custom Function Setting Items.” 1. Select [Flash C.Fn settings]. In [External Speedlite control], select [Flash C.Fn settings]. 2. Set the Custom Function. Select the Custom Function number and set the function.
Customizing the Transmitter This chapter describes how to customize the transmitter with the Custom Functions (C.Fn). Caution Operations described in this chapter are not available when the camera is set to Basic Zone shooting modes. Set the camera's shooting mode to < >< > >< >< > (Creative Zone).
Setting Custom Functions : Custom Functions Custom Function List Clearing All Custom Functions You can customize transmitter functions to suit your shooting preferences. The functions for this purpose are called Custom Functions.
: Custom Functions You can set Custom Functions for the transmitter from the camera menu. The information displayed varies depending on the camera used. 1. Select [Flash C.Fn settings]. In [External Speedlite control], select [Flash C.Fn settings]. 2. Set the Custom Function. Select the Custom Function number and set the function. 3. Change the setting. Select an option and then [OK].
Custom Function List Number Item C.Fn-03 FEB auto cancel C.Fn-04 FEB sequence C.
Clearing All Custom Functions To clear all the Custom Function settings, select [Clear settings] in the camera menu and then [Clear all Speedlite C.Fn's].
Custom Function Setting Items C.Fn-03: FEB auto cancel You can set whether or not to cancel FEB automatically after shooting three shots with FEB. 0: Enable 1: Disable C.Fn-04: FEB sequence You can change the FEB shooting sequence. 0: Standard exposure, –: Decreased exposure (darker) and +: Increased exposure (brighter). 0: 0 → – → + 1: – → 0 → + C.Fn-20: Beep You can set the camera to beep when receivers are fully charged.
Reference This chapter describes the flash system and includes frequently asked questions.
ST-E10 System Wireless Flash Photography Speedlite equipped with receiver functionality Transmitter equipped with sender functionality (1) Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 (2) Speedlites equipped with radio transmission wireless receiver functionality EL-1, 600EX II-RT, 600EX-RT, 430EX III-RT 79
Troubleshooting Guide If a problem occurs with the transmitter, first refer to this troubleshooting guide. If this troubleshooting guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Normal shooting The power does not turn on. Insert the mounting foot in the camera's multi-function shoe until it clicks into place, then slide the mounting foot lock lever to the right to secure the unit to the camera ( ). Clean the transmitter and camera contacts if they are dirty.
Pictures are under or overexposed. If the main subject looks very dark or very bright, set flash exposure compensation ( ). If there is a highly reflective object in the picture, use FE lock ( ). With high-speed sync, the faster the shutter speed, the lower the guide number. Move closer to the subject ( ). When using autoflash with three firing groups (A, B, and C), do not fire with firing group C pointing toward the main subject ( ).
Specifications Type Radio transmission wireless Speedlite transmitter Exposure control Flash exposure compensation ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments FEB ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments High-speed synchronization Supported * For details on cameras that support this feature, refer to the Canon website. Second-curtain synchronization Supported * For details on cameras that support this feature, refer to the Canon website.
Power source Speedlite transmitter power source Supplied from the camera Auto power off The power is automatically turned off if there is no operation for 5 minutes after the camera auto power off. Dimensions and weight Dimensions Weight W x H x D (approx.) Weight (approx.) 45.5 x 37.8 x 53.6 mm 1.79 x 1.49 x 2.11 in. 48 g / 1.7 oz. Operating environment Operating temperature 0–45°C / 32–113°F Operating humidity 85% or less All specifications above are based on Canon's testing standards.
6 Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 ■ The Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 is a transmitter for wireless flash shooting. It can control up to 5 groups (15 units) of Canon Speedlites supporting wireless multiple-flash photography using radio transmission. For details on compatible cameras and Speedlites, refer to the Canon website . Make sure you read this guide before use. Keep this guide in a convenient place for future reference.
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