use this size Qflash® Pilot QF9 Shoe Mount Wireless Radio Commander for Qflash T5d-R and TRIO Operating Instructions Quantum Instruments Designed and manufactured in the USA
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use this size PILOT Display Symbols The top portion of the display contains information relating to the status of the internal radio, and the options that are set on the flash. See Section 8 for setting the radio and Section 9 for setting the options. Note : in some modes the radio mode will be set automatically. ISO from camera F/number from camera F5.6 7 - ISO 200 R1 MAN R2 AUTO R3 AFILL P1-P8 Battery status 1/8 7 F5.6 3 +1 SELECT TEST CH.
use this size Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Getting started 3. Basic Navigation 4. Choosing the right mode 5. Setting up a remote Qflash T5d-R 6. Setting up a Remote TRIO 7. Options 8. Program mode 9. Updating the PILOT 10. Customer service 1. Introduction Quantum’s “PILOT” integrates camera dedication, and Quantum’s FreeXWire radio technology into a single unit. The PILOT allows the user to control up to three remote flash groups. A flash group may contain one or more flashes.
use this size 2.1.1 Inserting the “AA” batteries To access the battery compartment, unscrew the top housing. Insert 4 “AA” batteries into the battery holder located in the lower housing. Close the top housing . 2.1.2 Using a Quantum Turbo. The PILOT is powered from a Quantum Turbo using a CQ8 or a CCQ8 cable. Plug the power cable into the Pilot, then into the output connection of the power pack. Leave the PILOT on/off switch in the off (0) position.
use this size 2.3 Connecting PILOT to a Camera Loosen Shoe lock until metal “foot” protrudes fully. Slide PILOT into camera hot shoe. Tighten shoe lock wheel Very Important Tips For consistent exposures with your digital camera and Trio. ● Always do a custom white balance before shooting ● When shooting TTL use Aperture or Shutter priority or Manual camera modes (P mode gives inconsistent exposures) ● Set your metering area to center weight, partial metering instead of matrix or multi-spot metering.
use this size 3. Basic Navigation When a selection or setting is highlighted on the display the Left (-) Å and Right (+) Æ buttons will change that selection or setting. For example if the F/number is highlighted then the Left (-) Å and Right (+) Æ buttons will adjust the F/number up or down. - + TEST There are four soft keys located under the display. The soft keys select the setting that you wish to adjust.
use this size 3.3 SELECT This soft key selects one of the following : Settings for Remote 1 / Settings for Remote 2 / Settings for Remote 3 After the setting that you want to change has been highlighted, use the Left (-) Å and Right (+) Æ buttons to change that setting. Each of the modes for the remotes have a setting that can be adjusted. Below is a description of each mode plus it’s setting. Man (Manual) 1/8 + A remote flash set to Man can have it’s power adjusted from 1/32 to 1/1 in one third steps.
use this size 4. Options DL Press the OPTIONS button to enter the options set up menu. To exit the set up menu press the OPTIONS button again F TS - + RESET RESET Use the LEFT (-) Å or RIGHT (+) Æ arrows to select the option you want to change. TEST OPTIONS The two soft keys located on the right side are used to adjust the option that has been elected. The RESET soft keys are used to reset the Trio to factory default settings. Press both at the same time to enter the reset mode. 4.
1 2 3 4 use this size 7.2 Display light The back light of the display can be set to one of the following. AUTO : The back light will come on whenever any button is pressed. This includes the shutter button of the camera ON : The back light will be on all the time. DARK : The back light will come on, and stay on, whenever a darkened room is entered. 7.3 Sync type There are three settings for the sync. F – Front curtain sync Flash fires just after the shutter opens.
use this size 4. Choosing the right mode To select a the mode of a remote flash, press the SELECT button until the mode of the remote flash you wish to change is highlighted. Once the mode is highlighted use the Left (-) Å and Right (+) Æ buttons to change the mode. Each mode has a unique setting that can be used to control the exposure. To change the settings of a remote flash, press the SELECT button until the setting of the remote flash you wish to change is highlighted.
use this size 4.2 Auto Light output is controlled by the sensor located on the front of the remote flash. F number is set by the user. ISO is sent from the camera. Use this mode if you want to set the F number and use the sensor to control the exposure. Note : Be mindful of flash location. Auto mode uses light reflected from the subject to control exposure. If camera and remote flash are located different distances from the subject, exposure at the position will differ from exposure at the flash position.
1 2 3 4 use this size 4.4 Man (Manual) Light output is controlled by fixed power output of flash. Use this mode if you want the most accurate and repeatable exposures possible. 4.4.1 Man mode setting In Manual mode the power can be adjusted from 1/64 to 1/1 in third stop increments. 4.5 LINK Light output is controlled by the sensor located on the Pilot. number and ISO information comes from the camera.
1 2 3 4 use this size 5. Setting up a remote T5D-R Qflash model T5d-R requires a Free X Wire receiver model FW7Q or FW8R. If you are using an FW8R then you will also need an FW31 cable to connect the FW8R to the Qflash. Step 1 After connecting the Free X Wire to the Qflash. Connect the Qflash to a Turbo, Turbo SC, or Turbo 2x2 and turn the power on. Step 2 Set the channel on the Free X Wire to the channel you will be using on the Pilot. Turn all four zones on.
1 2 3 4 use this size 6. Setting up a remote TRIO Step 1 Connect the TRIO to a Turbo, Turbo SC, or Turbo 2x2 and turn the power on. Step 2 Set the channel on the Free X Wire to the channel you will be using on the Pilot. Step 3 Change the mode of the Qflash to Remote Group 1, Remote Group 2, or Remote Group 3. Note : If your TRIO does not support R3 visit www.qtm.com for the latest TRIO software. You may set up many flashes within a group. All flashes within a group will be set identically from the Pilot.
1 2 3 4 use this size 8. Program mode The Program mode allows you to store your favorite settings and set-ups and then quickly recall them just by pressing the Left (-) Å and Right (+) Æ buttons. You can store up to 8 set-ups. 8.1 Using the program mode. To enter the program mode, press the P1-P8 button. The current program number will be displayed and will be highlighted. P1 P1 F5.6 7 ISO R1 MAN R2 AUTO R3 AFILL - To change to another Program number, use the Left (-) Å and Right Æ buttons.
1 2 3 4 use this size 9. Updating the Trio Quantum Instruments is always expanding the capabilities of it’s products to meet the demands of newer cameras. As new features are added to the TRIO, Quantum will post these updates on it’s website. The TRIO can be updated right from your home computer using the included USB cable. For updates and a detailed set of instructions visit. www.qtm.com 10. Customer service Having any trouble I using your Quantum product? We are here to help.
1 2 3 4 use this size Paying by check will delay the repair until the check clears (up to 15 days). payment by money order is acceptable. Normal repair time is 10 – 15 days. For expedited service, contact our Service Department. Summary: • Ship via UPS, Parcel Post, or other carrier, insured. • Give a clear, detailed description of the problem. • Give your mailing address and daytime phone number, fax #, and/or email. • For warranty repairs include a copy of the receipt.
1 2 3 4 use this size Other Quantum Products TRIO FREE X WIRE QNEXUS FW7Q TURBO 2X2 TURBO SC TURBO COMPACT
use this size F tested to comply with FCC standards CANADA : 3707A-QFPILOT FCC ID: CEXQFPILOT Qflash PILOT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry & Science Canada.
