GODOX V860III-S Sony Camera Flash Instruction Manual

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This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and effective use of your GODOX V860III-S camera flash. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure optimal performance and to prevent damage to the product or injury to yourself.

The GODOX V860III-S is a high-performance camera flash designed for Sony cameras, featuring advanced functions such as TTL auto flash, High-Speed Sync (HSS) up to 1/8000s, and a built-in 2.4G wireless X system. Its powerful lithium-ion battery ensures fast recycle times and extended shooting sessions.

Segurtasun Informazioa

Always observe basic safety precautions when using this product. Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, or injury.

Ez desmuntatu edo aldatu flash unitatea.
Mantendu unitatea lehor. Ez jarri euripean edo hezetasunean.
Do not touch the flash tube after firing, as it can be hot.
Mantendu haurren eskura.
Erabili zehaztutako bateria eta kargagailua soilik.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the flash, especially at close range.

Produktua amaituview

The GODOX V860III-S is an advanced speedlight with a robust design and intuitive controls.

Ezaugarri nagusiak:

Flash moduak: Supports TTL auto flash, Manual flash, Multi-flash, Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC), Flash Exposure Lock (FEL), Front Curtain Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, and High-Speed Sync (HSS) up to 1/8000s.
Haririk gabeko sistema: Integrated 2.4G wireless X system with a control range of up to 100 meters.
Zoom-eremua: Automatic or manual zoom flash head from 20mm to 200mm for uniform illumination.
Bateriaren errendimendua: High-capacity 7.2V / 2600mAh lithium-ion battery provides approximately 1.5-second recycle time and up to 450 full-power flashes. The battery is interchangeable with the Godox V1 series.
L ereduaamp: Built-in modeling lamp with 10 adjustable brightness levels for pre-visualization of lighting effects.
Quick Release Hot Shoe: Upgraded quick-install hot shoe for fast and secure mounting/dismounting.
Laster tekla: Dedicated TTL/M shortcut button for quick switching between automatic and manual flash modes.
Buruaren biraketa malgua: Flash head rotates horizontally 0-330° and vertically -7°-120° for versatile bounce and off-camera lighting.

Osagaiak:

Familiarize yourself with the main parts of your GODOX V860III-S flash unit.

GODOX V860III-S front view with flash head and modeling lamp — 1. irudia: Aurrealdea view of the GODOX V860III-S flash unit, showing the main flash head and the integrated modeling lamp.

GODOX V860III-S with wide panel and bounce card extended — Figure 2: GODOX V860III-S with the built-in wide panel and bounce card extended from the flash head.

GODOX V860III-S side view showing battery compartment and controls — 3. irudia: Aldea view of the GODOX V860III-S, highlighting the battery compartment and control buttons.

GODOX V860III-S mounted on a camera hot shoe, showing the LCD display and control panel — 4. irudia: Goikoa view of the GODOX V860III-S mounted on a camera, displaying the LCD screen and control buttons.

Konfigurazioa

1. Bateria kargatzea

The V860III-S uses a high-capacity lithium-ion battery. Before first use, fully charge the battery using the provided power adapter.

Sartu bateria kargagailuan.
Konektatu kargagailua korronte-hartune batera.
Kargagailuko adierazle-argiak kargatze-egoera erakutsiko du (adibidez, gorria kargatzen ari denean, berdea guztiz kargatuta dagoenean).

Image showing the GODOX V860III-S battery and charger, highlighting battery performance — Figure 5: The V860III-S uses a high-performance lithium-ion battery, offering fast recycle times and numerous flashes per charge.

2. Bateria instalatzea

Open the battery compartment cover on the side of the flash unit.
Insert the charged lithium-ion battery, ensuring correct polarity.
Itxi bateriaren konpartimenduaren estalkia ondo.

3. Flasha kameran muntatzea

The V860III-S features a quick-release hot shoe for easy attachment.

Irristatu flash unitatea kameraren zapata beroan.
Push the quick-release lock lever to secure the flash in place.
To remove, push the quick-release lock lever and slide the flash off.

Funtzionamendu-argibideak

1. Piztu/Itzali

To power on the flash, slide the ON/OFF switch to the "ON" position. To power off, slide it to "OFF".

2. Flash moduak

The V860III-S supports various flash modes. Use the MODUA button to cycle through them or the dedicated TTL/M lasterbide-tekla.

Close-up of the GODOX V860III-S control panel showing the TTL/M shortcut button — Figure 6: The dedicated TTL/M shortcut button allows for quick switching between automatic and manual flash modes.

TTL modua: Automatic flash exposure control. The flash output is automatically adjusted based on the camera's metering.
Eskuzko (M) modua: Flasharen irteerako potentzia 1/1etik 1/256ra eskuz ezartzeko aukera ematen dizu.
Modu Anitza (Estroboskopikoa): Esposizio bakarrean hainbat flash azkar jaurtitzen ditu subjektu baten mugimendu anitz harrapatzeko.

3. Abiadura Handiko Sinkronizazioa (HSS)

HSS allows you to use flash at shutter speeds faster than your camera's native flash sync speed, enabling wider apertures in bright conditions or freezing fast motion.

Activate HSS through your camera's flash settings or the flash unit's menu.
The V860III-S supports HSS up to 1/8000s.

4. L modelatzeaamp

The integrated modeling lamp helps visualize the lighting effect before taking a shot.

Sakatu modelatu lamp button (usually indicated by a light bulb icon) to turn it on/off.
Rotate the select dial to adjust the brightness across 10 levels.

Images demonstrating 10-level adjustable modeling lamp brightness and flash coverage at various focal lengths (20mm-200mm) — Figure 7: The modeling lamp offers 10 brightness levels. Also shown is the flash coverage from 20mm to 200mm.

5. Wireless Operation (2.4G Wireless X System)

The V860III-S can function as a master or slave unit in the Godox 2.4G wireless X system.

Setting as Master/Slave: Access the wireless settings in the flash menu to set the unit as a master (transmitter) or slave (receiver).
Channel and Group: Ensure the master and slave units are set to the same channel and group for proper communication.
Tartea: The wireless system has a maximum control distance of approximately 100 meters.

Diagram illustrating Godox 2.4G wireless system compatibility with various transmitters and receiver flashes — Figure 8: The GODOX V860III-S is compatible with other Godox 2.4G wireless X system devices, functioning as both a transmitter and receiver.

6. Flasharen buruaren biraketa

The flash head can be rotated and tilted to direct light for bounce flash or creative lighting.

Horizontal rotation: 0° to 330°.
Vertical tilt: -7° to 120°.

Mantentzea

Garbiketa: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the flash unit. For stubborn dirt, use a slightly damp cloth with mild detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use organic solvents like thinner or benzene.
Bateria zaintzea: Store the battery in a cool, dry place when not in use. If storing for extended periods, charge the battery to about 50% every 3 months to prolong its lifespan.
Biltegiratzea: When not in use, store the flash unit in a protective case in a dry, dust-free environment.

Arazoak konpontzea

Arazoa	Kausa posiblea	Irtenbidea
Flasha ez da pizten.	Bateria baxua edo agortuta dago. Flash is not securely mounted. Flasha lo moduan dago. Incorrect camera/flash settings.	Kargatu edo aldatu bateria. Ensure the flash is properly seated and locked on the hot shoe. Sakatu edozein botoi flasha pizteko. Check camera and flash mode settings (e.g., TTL, M, HSS).
Flasharen irteera ez da koherentea.	Bateria gutxi dago. Flash head zoom setting is incorrect. Subject distance is too far.	Kargatu bateria. Adjust zoom to match lens focal length or set to auto. Move closer to the subject or increase flash power.
Haririk gabeko abiarazlea ez dabil.	Kanal/talde ezarpen okerrak. Distantzia handiegia edo oztopoak daude. Master/slave mode incorrectly set.	Verify all units are on the same channel and group. Reduce distance or clear line of sight. Ensure master and slave units are set correctly.

Zehaztapenak

Ezaugarri	Xehetasuna
Marka	GODOX
Eredua	V860III-S
Muntaketa bateragarria	Sony Hot Shoe Mount
Flash mota	External Camera Flash (Speedlight)
Gida Zenbakia (GN)	60 (m ISO100)
Flash Sinkronizazio Abiadura	1/8000s arte (HSS)
Haririk gabeko komunikazioa	2.4G Wireless (Built-in)
Bateria	1x 7.2V / 2600mAh Lithium-Ion Battery (Included)
Birziklatu Denbora	Approx. 1.5 seconds (Full Power)
Potentzia osoko flashak	Gutxi gorabehera. 450
Zoom barrutia	20-200 mm (Automatikoa/Eskuzkoa)
Flasharen buruaren biraketa	Horizontal: 0-330°, Vertical: -7-120°
L ereduaamp	Bai, 10 maila erregulagarri
Dakarten osagaiak	Flash unit, Lithium-Ion Battery, Power Adapter

Bermea eta Laguntza

This GODOX product comes with a 6 hilabeteko bermea erosketa-datatik aurrera. Berme honek fabrikazio-akatsak eta erabilera normalaren ondoriozko matxurak estaltzen ditu.

The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, unauthorized modification, accident, or natural disaster. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.

For technical support, service, or warranty claims, please contact your authorized GODOX dealer or visit the official GODOX webharremanetarako informazioa lortzeko gunea.

GODOX V860III-S