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Hahnel Viper TTL User Manual

Hahnel Viper TTL
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Hahnel Viper TTL Specifications

General IconGeneral
CompatibilityCanon, Nikon, Sony
Range100m
Power Source2 x AA Batteries
HSS SupportYes
Battery2 x AA

Summary

Viper TTL Controls Overview

Transmitter Controls

Identifies and describes the physical controls of the Viper TTL transmitter unit.

Receiver Controls

Identifies and describes the physical controls of the Viper TTL receiver unit.

Transmitter LCD Screen Details

Transmitter LCD Screen Elements

Details the various elements displayed on the transmitter's LCD screen, including modes and indicators.

Multi Mode LCD Display

Illustrates and explains the 'Multi Mode' display configurations for groups A, B, and C.

Group Status Examples

Shows examples of the LCD display when a group is turned OFF or ON, detailing settings like compensation.

Speedlight Attachment and Connection

Attach Speedlight to Receiver

Instructions for physically attaching a Speedlight to the Viper TTL receiver's hot shoe and selecting groups.

Connect Studio Lights

Details on using the cable socket to connect studio lights via an optional cable.

Nikon Speedlight Setting

Specific instruction for Nikon users to set their Speedlight to <i-TTL> mode.

Camera Attachment and Operation

Attach Transmitter to Camera

Instructions for mounting the Viper TTL transmitter onto the camera's hot shoe.

Test Triggering Signal

Procedure to test the wireless signal transmission from the transmitter to the speedlights.

Set Group Modes (M/TTL/OFF)

How to change group settings between Manual (M), TTL, or OFF modes using buttons A, B, or C.

Group Setting Explanations

Clarifies how the Viper TTL LCD displays group settings like OFF, Manual (M), or TTL mode.

Group Power and FEC Control

Manual Mode Power Adjustment

Detailed steps to adjust flash power output for groups in Manual (M) mode using the Adjust Dial.

TTL Mode FEC Adjustment

Detailed steps to adjust Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) for groups in TTL mode.

Studio Light Control Limitation

Explains that studio light power must be adjusted manually, not wirelessly via Viper TTL.

Manual Output Power Setting Note

Clarifies manual power setting behavior and its use with non-compatible Speedlights.

Simultaneous Group Adjustments

Adjust All Groups Simultaneously

Procedure to simultaneously adjust output power and FEC settings for all groups (A, B, C).

Multi Stroboscopic Flash Mode

Stroboscopic Flash Explained

Describes stroboscopic flash mode for capturing multiple images of moving subjects in one photo.

Setting Stroboscopic Parameters

Instructions for setting firing frequency (Hz), number of flashes, and flash output power.

Nikon RPT Mode Note

Information regarding RPT repeating flash mode availability for Nikon with Modus 600RT Speedlight.

High Speed Sync (HSS) Operation

Enable High Speed Sync

Instructions to activate High Speed Sync (HSS) by pressing and holding button B.

Nikon HSS Camera Setting

Guidance for Nikon users on camera settings (1/320s, Auto FP, HSS) for High Speed Sync.

Second Curtain Sync Mode

Enable Second Curtain Sync

How to activate Second Curtain Sync by pressing and holding button B when High Speed Sync is on.

Nikon Second Curtain Sync Note

Information for Nikon users on controlling Second Curtain Sync via camera menu.

Always On Mode Activation

Activate Always On Mode

Steps to enable the 'Always On' feature, making the Viper TTL permanently transmit a signal.

Battery Level Status Check

Check Transmitter Battery

How to check the battery level of the Viper TTL transmitter via its LCD.

Check Receiver Battery

How to check the battery level of the Viper TTL receiver via its LED indicator.

Transmitter Hot Shoe Functionality

Transmitter Hot Shoe Function

Details the built-in hot shoe on the transmitter and its operation with Speedlights.

Nikon Group M Assignment

Explains how the 'M' group for Nikon is controlled by the camera, not the Viper TTL groups.

DCM Digital Channel Matching

Open Channel vs DCM Explained

Compares 'open channel' connection with the more secure 'DCM - Digital Channel Matching'.

DCM Matching Procedure

Step-by-step guide (A-D) for performing Digital Channel Matching between devices.

Multiple Receivers and Flash Guns

Using Multiple Receivers

Information on triggering multiple additional Viper TTL receivers wirelessly from one transmitter.

Software Upgrade Procedure

Firmware Update Procedure

Instructions for updating the Viper TTL firmware using the micro USB socket and a computer.

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