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Fj-x3: warnings, Fj-x3: firmware updates, Fj-x3: preparing your camera – Westcott FJ200 Strobe 3-Light Backpack Kit with FJ-X3m Universal Wireless Trigger User Manual

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FJ-X3: Warnings

Use only with the Westcott FJ-X3 Lithium Polymer Battery.

Keep away from fire, water, and moisture. Do not submerge in water.

Avoid drastic temperature changes before, during, and/or after use.

Do not overtighten the shoe lock wheel when mounting to the camera.

Always confirm proper installation, locking, and unlocking when adding or removing from the
camera hot shoe. (NOTE: Failure to completely rotate the dial to lock and unlock could
permanently damage the locking pin.)

Never force the battery into the battery bay.

Always remove the FJ-X3 Lithium Polymer Battery from the trigger during travel/storage to avoid
accidental operation.

Surrounding RF interference may affect the communication performance of the FJ-X3.

Do not attempt to modify any Westcott products. Contact Westcott for assistance.

The operating temperature range is 14-104°F (-10-40°C).

FJ-X3: Firmware Updates

The FJ-X3 Wireless Transmitter is designed with a USB-C port to allow for firmware updates only. Future
firmware updates will result in performance enhancements, modified menu options, and improved menu
layouts. Please visit https://www.westcott.com/firmware to confirm your FJ-X3 has the latest firmware
before using it.

FJ-X3: Preparing Your Camera

An FJ-X3 Wireless Trigger is compatible with various brands of cameras to communicate with FJ Wireless
devices, including the FJ400, FJ200, FJ80II, FJ80, and FJ-XR. Each camera manufacturer has developed
a unique approach to how their cameras interact with off-camera lights. Therefore, a few adjustments to
your camera settings are required for the FJ-X3 to properly communicate 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; Canon “ON” & Sony “OFF”).

Set Red-Eye Reduction to 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-X3 Sync can be adjusted.

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