The VISICO2 Pocket Light is a portable, lightweight, and easy-to-use lithium-battery powered flash designed for outdoor shooting. It offers a 200W output power, adjustable from 1/1 to 1/256, and supports three modes: M manual, TTL auto flash, and Multi stroboscopic. This device is ideal for creating a variety of photos with special effects and achieving correct flash exposure in complex lighting environments.
Function Description
The VISICO2 flash can be used with a VC-818TX transmitter, allowing photographers to remotely control flash mode, flash power, sync speed, and LED modeling lamp without leaving the camera. It is also compatible with a dedicated range of light shaping accessories to personalize your work. The flash is suitable for various photography scenarios, including wedding and event photography, environmental portraiture, commercial illustration, photojournalism, and fast-action sports.
The device features a user-friendly interface with an LCD panel and several operation buttons. The LCD panel displays information such as TTL auto flash, M manual flash, Multi stroboscopic flash, transmission channel, group, battery power, warning, modeling lamp status, brightness of the modeling lamp, 2.4G wireless signal transmission, S1/S2 optical slave flash, recycling indicator, flash recycling ready, audible beep, number of flashes/flash frequency, mask function (N1/N2), and flash output power/flash exposure compensation (FEC).
- CH/GR (Transmission Channel and Group Setup Button): Short press to set group; press and hold for 3 seconds to set channel number.
- MODE (Flash Mode Selection Button): Short press to select flash mode (M manual flash, Multi stroboscopic flash, TTL auto flash in sequence).
- Modeling Lamp Button: Short press to control modeling lamp ON/OFF/1/2/3/4/5/6.
- MENU Button: Short press to enter or quit MENU mode; long press to restore factory settings.
- TEST Button: Short press to test flash.
- Select Dial: Short press to set parameter.
- Confirmation Button: Short press to confirm channel; in Multi mode, short press to set number of flashes and flash frequency; under MENU mode, short press to select Beep, Optical Mode, Auto Standby, Constant Color Temperature Mode, Mask, ID setting.
Flash Modes:
- M Manual Flash: Flash output power is adjustable from 1/1 to 1/256 with 1/3 f-stop increment.
- Multi Stroboscopic Flash: Generates a series of fast flashes, integrating multiple images into one picture. It is useful for capturing the trajectory of a moving object. You can set flash output power, flash frequency, and number of flashes. Maximum number of flashes is 20, and maximum flash frequency is 30Hz.
- TTL Auto Flash: Integrated with TTL communication function. When mounting the VC-818TX transmitter on the camera, the camera and flash work together to release proper exposure.
Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC): This feature allows for quick minor adjustment of exposure in TTL system, with a range of -3 to +3 in precision 1/3 f-stop increments.
High-Speed Sync (HSS): When used with VC-818TX transmitter, the flash can synchronize with certain cameras in high-speed sync up to 1/8000s. This allows photographers to shoot outdoors in bright sun with wide-open aperture, fast shutter speed, and achieve amazing results.
Setting Channel and Group: The device supports 32 transmission channels (1 to 32) and 5 groups (A to E).
- Audible Beep (BEP): Enables or disables the beep sound.
- Optical Mode (SLA): Supports S1 and S2 optical slave modes. In S1 mode, the slave unit will auto flash immediately when the master flash fires. In S2 mode, the unit will neglect the pre-flash and only fire in response to the second main flash.
- Auto Standby (SLP): The flash goes to sleep mode after 20 or 60 minutes of idle use.
- Constant Color Temperature Mode (Cor): When active, the color temperature of the flash remains 5600±100K. When inactive, flash duration is the first concern, and color temperature varies. Flash duration can reach 1/10000s, suitable for freezing fast-moving objects.
- Mask (nn5): Useful for high-volume product photography to mask out the background. It allows defining key lights as one group set to n1 (1st flash of trigger) and background lights as the other set to n2 (2nd flash of trigger). All lights are set in M mode. Successive presses of the shutter will fire different groups of lights each time, enabling white-background/black silhouette shots.
- ID Setting: Transmission ID number is selectable from 1 to 30. For effective trigger, the ID number on flash light and transmitter must be the same.
Important Safety Notes:
- Do not use the unit in an environment where moisture or flammable vapor is likely to come in contact with the unit.
- Do not use in rain.
- Do not explore any components in direct sun for a long time.
- Do not restrict air vents while in use.
- Do not use a unit with damaged covers, flash tubes, or modeling lamps.
- If the unit is dropped or damaged, have it checked out before using it.
- Do not place flammable materials close to either the flash tube or the modeling lamp when the unit is in use.
- Do not attempt to disassemble or service the unit on your own to avoid shock hazard.
- Only flash tubes and batteries may be replaced by the user.
- Do not drop foreign objects inside the housing.
- Always use a blower brush or clean facial tissue to remove dust and moisture from the modeling lamp and the flash tube.
- Always turn off the unit whenever mounting or dismounting accessories.
- Always turn off the unit and remove battery before maintenance.
- Always keep out of reach of children.
- Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes within short distances. Otherwise, visual impairment may occur.
Important Warnings:
- This Caution symbol indicates a warning to avoid shooting problems.
- Do not short circuit.
- Do not expose to rain or immerse into water.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not continuously charge the battery over 24 hours.
- Store in dry, cool, and ventilated place.
- Do not put aside or into fire.
- Dead batteries should be disposed of according to local regulations.
- Charging time and number of flashes may vary according to the condition of battery.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model No.: VISICO2
- Output power: 200Ws
- Output control range: 1/256-1/1
- LED modeling lamp: 5W
- Color temperature: 5600±100K
- Flash duration (not in constant color temperature mode): 1/650-1/10000s
- Flash Mode: TTL/M/Multi
- Stroboscopic flash: Number of Flashes 20, Frequency 30Hz
- Flash exposure compensation (FEC): ±3 f-stops in 1/3 increment (in TTL model)
- Sync mode: High speed sync (up to 1/8000s), First curtain sync, Second curtain sync
- 2.4G radio channel: Ch. 1 – 32
- Wireless radio ID: 1 - 30
- Controllable group: A, B, C, D, E (five groups)
- Sync trigger: VC-818TX (not included)
- Beep: YES
- Lithium capacity: 14.4V, 2900mAh
- Charging voltage: 100-240V 50/60Hz, 15VDC
- Power indicator: YES
- Full power flashes: 500
- Recycling time: 0.01-1.8s
- Dimension (with battery): 8660230mm
- Weight (with battery): 900g
- External port: PC port, USB port
Usage Features:
Demounting Reflector: Push the Releasing Button back towards the rear of the unit and rotate the flash reflector anti-clockwise (Fig 1).
Mounting Reflector: Push the Releasing Button back towards the rear of the unit, align the four pegs on the reflector with the four slots on the flash body. Pull the reflector in and rotate clockwise until it locks in place (Fig 2). Always switch off the unit before mount and demounting reflector.
Battery Installation: Put the battery in the battery compartment until a clicking sound is heard. To remove, push the Battery Releasing Button towards the head of the unit to release the battery (Fig 3). Always turn off the unit before putting on and removing the battery.
Battery Level Indicator:
- Full battery: All three bars are filled.
- Medium battery: Two bars are filled.
- Lower battery: One bar is filled.
- Charge battery before it runs out: No bars filled, outline only.
Switching on Flash Light: Slide the Power Switch to turn on the flash light.
Selecting Triggering Ways:
- 2.5mm Sync Cord Connection: The 2.5mm Sync Cord Input on the flash can be used for direct connection to a camera set to synchronization. A radio receiver may also be plugged into the Input. Supporting flash mode: and .
- 2.4G Wireless Radio Trigger: Use VC-818TX transmitter to trigger VISICO2 flash light synchronously. Supporting flash mode: , , .
Operating Modeling Lamp: Short press the Modeling Lamp button; brightness of modeling lamp varies from 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and "OFF" in sequence.
Set Flash Mode: Short press the [MODE] button to select TTL auto flash, M manual flash, and Multi stroboscopic flash in sequence.
Flash Mode-M Manual Flash:
- Set flash mode : Short press [MODE] button, flash mode set as .
- Set flash output power: Rotate [Select Dial] to set flash output power.
Flash Mode-Multi Stroboscopic Flash:
- Set Flash Mode : Short press [MODE] button, the flash will set as .
- Set Flash Output: Rotate [Select Dial] to set flash output power.
- Set Flash Frequency: Short press [Confirmation Button], the display shows . Rotate [Select Dial] to set flash frequency 1-30.
- Set Number of Flashes: Short press [Confirmation Button] twice, the display shows . Rotate [Select Dial] to set number of flashes 1-20.
Flash Mode-TTL Auto Flash:
- Set Flash light in TTL Mode: Short press [MODE] button, the flash will set as .
Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC):
- Set Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC): Rotate [Select Dial] to set FEC value. The FEC range is adjustable from -3 to +3 in precision 1/3 f-stop increments. 0.3 means 1/3 f-stop, 0.7 means 2/3 f-stop. In LCD screen, “+” means more exposure. “-” means less exposure. Cancel the flash exposure compensation, set the amount to 0.
- High-Speed Sync: When use flash together with VC-818TX transmitter, enable the flash to synchronize with certain camera in high-speed sync. The maximum sync speed is up to 1/8000s. Set high-speed sync on camera only. On the LCD screen, there is no signal. When photographers shoot outdoors in bright sun with wide-open aperture, fast shutter speed can cut the ambient light, get amazing result as you want.
Setting Channel and Group:
- Setting Channel : Press and hold [CH/GR] button 3 seconds, so that is displayed on the screen.
- Turn the [Select Dial] to choose a transmission channel number from 1 to 32.
- Briefly press [Confirmation button] or press and hold [CH/GR] button for 3 seconds to save parameter.
- Setting Group : Repeatedly press [CH/GR] button to choose Group number from A to E in sequence.
Using VISICO Transmitter (not included):
- VC-818TX transmitter can trigger and control VISICO2 flash light directly.
- Attach a VC-16RX receiver on VISICO2 flash light, use VC-801TX, VC-816TX and VC-16TX transmitter to trigger VISICO2 flash light.
Maintenance Features:
Battery Protective Maintenance:
- Charge the battery fully before using the unit for the first time.
- If you leave the battery in studio flash, it will be consumed even without use. To prevent battery from excessive discharge, please switch off the unit and remove the battery after operation or storage.
- The battery itself consumes during stock, to keep good performance of battery and avoid exhausted, always charge battery from stock at least every three months.
Flash Capacitor Preventative Maintenance:
One of the most important components of an electronic flash is the capacitor. Following the preventative maintenance below will increase the life and the reliability of your flash.
- If the unit is left unused for 3 months or predominantly used at low power settings, it is recommended that the power be increased to maximum and the unit left switched on (modeling lamp OFF) occasionally for at least 30 minutes to help preserve the life of the capacitors.
Changing Flash Tube:
- Make sure the Flash unit is ON.
- Push "TEST" button on the rear panel of the Flash. Immediately turn off the power switch. Do not allow more than 1/2 second between pressing the "TEST" button and turning the flash off.
- Remove battery. It is recommended to wait at least 30 minutes before touching/removing the flash tube.
- Note: Use white cotton gloves or a clean cloth to prevent fingers from touching the flash tube.
Remove Old Flash Tube:
- Remove the flash head.
- Release the metal wire from two metal clips (Fig.4).
- Grip the base of the flash tube on each side. Carefully pull the flash tube from the flash unit (Fig.5&6).
Install New Flash Tube:
- Align the pins on the flash tube with the pin receptacles. Push the pins into the receptacles using firm, even pressure at the base of the flashtube (Fig.14).
- Wrap the metal wire around two metal clips above the flash tube.
USB Firmware Update:
- Visit VISICO official website (www.visico.com) to download the firmware upgrading drive and the firmware of the latest version.
- Turn off the power, and press and hold [CH/GR] and [MODE] button, meanwhile, switch on the power. Then, the screen will display “UP” indicating firmware upgrade is accessible.
- Connect the flash to PC with a USB cable (not included).
- Follow the tips on the software to finish firmware upgrade.
Error Codes:
- E1: Temperature Transducer problem. Turn the unit OFF immediately and contact the place where you purchase the flash.
- E2: This error code can display after a long shooting session at high output or rapid sequence. Flash will make alarm, reminding user to cool it before operate it again. Turn OFF the flash and allow it to rest 30 minute. Overheating protection alarm will be active after 60 successive shoots.
- E3: This error code will display when the internal voltage of the flash is too high. Turn OFF the power immediately. After a few minutes, turn on the flash again. If you still have the malfunction warning, turn OFF the unit and contact the place where you purchased the flash.
- E4: Internal charging problem. Turn off flash light immediately, and contact the place where you purchased the flash.
- E5: Flash is in low power, please charge the battery immediately. Low voltage protection: Before battery running out, battery signal on the LCD screen will blink. Please charge battery as soon as possible. If not charge the battery in time, power of the flash will cut off automatically when battery voltage is lower than 14V.
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