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Westcott FJ-X2m - Preparing Your Camera for FJ-X2 m; Recommended Camera Settings; Camera Contact and Seating Checks

Westcott FJ-X2m
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If FJ devices don’t display as an external device after being connected to the computer, please
disconnect the USB cable from both devices, restart the computer, and restart the firmware
installation process.
Only attempt the firmware update installation process when the connected computer’s power
level is ≥ 25%. Loss of power of any type during this process could render the FJ-X2m inoperable
and require professional repair.
Removing the USB cable from the FJ-X2m without properly ejecting the device from your
computer could render the trigger inoperable and require professional repair.
Depending on the operating system and the applications running, copying the firmware from your
computer to the FJ-X2m may take a few minutes and/or halt the copying process. Should this
happen, close the copy progress window and try again. Further copying issues may require the
computer to be restarted.
FJ-X2m: Preparing Your Camera
An FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger is compatible with various brands of cameras to operate the FJ400 strobe.
Each camera manufacturer chooses a different approach to how their cameras interact with off-camera
lights. A few adjustments to your camera settings are required for the FJ-X2m and FJ400 to properly
perform with your camera. Below are a few settings to check out first. We recommend referring to your
camera’s user manual for details specific to your camera brand and model.
Set Silent Shutter to Off.
Set E-Front Curtain to Off.
Set Wireless Mode to On or Off (camera brand/model dependent).
Set Red-Eye Reduction to On or Off (camera brand/model dependent).
Set Exposure Compensation to 0 (zero) in-camera.
Set White Balance to Daylight, 5500K, or Custom at 5500K (not Auto).
Various camera models require you to set the Sync type (Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, HSS)
manually in the camera’s Flash Menu before the FJ-X2m Sync can be adjusted.
Various camera models automatically adjust the Sync setting to HSS when HSS is enabled in the
camera settings, and the native sync speed has been exceeded.
Ensure the camera’s battery level is above 25%.
Ensure the camera contacts are clean and the FJ-X2m is seated correctly and aligned.
NOTE: Please find additional brand-specific camera preparation on Page 14.
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