Yongnuo YN565EXII User Manual

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I.Warning
To avoid fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
To avoid short circuit, please sure the batteries contacts are securely packed and in accordance with local
provisions when handling the battery.
Please place the batteries and the parts which can be swallowed mistakenly away from children. Contact a doctor
immediatelywhen it occurs.
To avoid possible injury to eyes, do not use the flash light in a short distance from the eyes.
To avoid possible safety accident, do not use the flash light on the people who need a high degree of attention.
Please take out the batteries and stop using immediately in case of below.
This product is dropped or shocked seriously and the inner part of the product is bared.
If the battery leaks corrosive liquids, please take out the battery with gloves.
The product gives off strange smell, heats or smokes.
Do not disassemble or maintain this product. Touching the internal high voltage circuit will cause electric shock.
Please take out all the batteries if not use this product for a long time.

Yongnuo YN565EXII Specifications

General

Zoom Range	24-105mm
Auto Zoom Head	Yes
Bounce Head	Yes
Swivel Head	Yes
Recycling Time	Approx. 3 seconds
Power Source	4 x AA batteries
Guide Number	58 (at ISO 100, 105mm)
Flash Modes	Manual
Wireless Operation	Yes
Compatibility	Canon
Weight	420g (without batteries)

Summary

I. Warning

II. Features

Wireless System Compatibility

Compatible with Canon and Nikon wireless flashing systems.

High Guide Number and TTL Flash

Features a high GN58 and supports TTL flash mode.

Trigger Modes and Zooming

Supports multiple trigger modes and automatic/manual zoom.

TTL Functions and Recycling System

Includes HSS, FEC, FEB, and fast recycling system.

III. Quick Start

IV. Components Description

Key Component Identification

Identifies major parts like reflection board, power socket, PC port, sensors, and hot shoe.

V. Installation Instruction

Battery Installation

Steps for correctly inserting batteries into the speedlite.

Mounting on Camera

Procedure for attaching the speedlite to a camera's hot shoe.

VI. Basic Functions

Basic Button Operations

Explanation of fundamental button operations and controls.

Flash Modes (ETTL, M, Multi)

ETTL Mode Operation

Automatic flash exposure based on camera metering.

Manual (M) Mode Operation

Manual control over flash output and brightness.

Multi Mode Operation

Stroboscopic flash for continuous bursts.

Off-Camera Flash Modes

Sc/Sn Modes

Wireless modes compatible with Canon (Sc) or Nikon (Sn) systems.

S1/S2 Modes

Manual and TTL pre-flash cancel modes for wireless synchronization.

Advanced Functions and Settings

Camera Menu Access

Controlling speedlite via camera menu on compatible models.

Test Flash and Power Saving

How to test flash output and enable power saving features.

Overheating Protection

Measures to prevent damage from excessive heat.

Flash Coverage and Sound Prompt

Flash Cover Range Setting

Adjusting the flash beam coverage to match lens focal length.

Sound Prompt Function

Audible notifications for speedlite status.

VII. Optical Transmission Wireless Flash Shooting

Master Unit Configuration

Setting up the primary flash unit for wireless control.

Slave Unit Configuration

Steps to configure the speedlite as a wireless slave unit.

Multi-flash Wireless Setup

Configuring multiple slave groups for advanced lighting.

VIII. Advanced Applications

Remote Wireless Shooting

Operating the speedlite remotely via wireless signals.

Flash Exposure Compensation

Adjusting flash output for optimal exposure.

Exposure Bracketing (FEB)

Automatically takes multiple shots with varying exposures.

Rear-curtain Sync, FE/FV Lock

Features for trailing effects and locking exposure settings.

Advanced Options Details

Rear-curtain Sync

Flash fires at the end of the exposure for trailing effects.

FE Lock (Canon) / FV Lock (Nikon)

Locks flash exposure settings for recomposition.

Advanced Options Customization

Customizing speedlite functions via menus or buttons.

Speedlite Advanced Options Configuration

Power Saving Options

Configuration for automatic power off and sleep modes.

FEB Auto Cancel Settings

Settings for automatically canceling FEB after shooting tasks.

FEB Sequence Settings

Options for the sequence of exposures in FEB.

More Advanced Options Settings

AF-Assist Light Control

Enabling or disabling the AF-assist light.

Automatic Identification Feature

Feature for automatic identification of settings.

Slave Auto Power Off Timers

Settings for automatic power off timers for slave units.

Sound and Dormancy Settings

Sound Prompt Functionality

Enabling or disabling audible sound prompts.

Dormancy and Auto Power Off Management

Managing sleep states and automatic power off timers.

LCD Backlight Timer Setting

Setting the display time for the LCD backlight.

Flash Fine-Tuning and Charging

Manual Flash Fine-Tuning Increments

Adjusting manual flash output in 0.3EV or 0.5EV increments.

Reset Default Settings

Option to restore the speedlite to its default configurations.

High-speed Continuous Shooting

Using the speedlite for rapid shooting sequences.

Lighting Techniques

Reflection Flash Usage

Using bounce flash for softer, natural lighting effects.

Reflection Board for Catchlights

Utilizing the reflection board for catchlights in eyes.

Wide-angle Diffuser Application

Employing the diffuser for softer, more natural light spread.

IX. Specifications

X. Possible Problems and Solutions

Flash Not Firing Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for when the speedlite fails to fire.

Slave Unit Operational Issues

Solutions for problems preventing slave mode operation.

Exposure Problems Diagnosis

Diagnosing and correcting underexposure or overexposure.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

FEB Settings and Overexposure Resolution

Managing FEB sequences and resolving overexposure.

Vignetting and Device Abnormalities

Addressing vignetting and general device issues.