1. Introduzione
This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and effective use of your Godox V480F TTL Camera Flash. The V480F is a high-performance speedlite designed for Fujifilm cameras, featuring a 2.0-inch color touchscreen, 2.4GHz wireless system, and a powerful Li-ion battery. Please read this manual thoroughly before operation to ensure optimal performance and to prevent damage to the unit or injury to yourself.
2. Precauzioni di sicurità
- Ùn smuntate o mudificate micca u flash. E riparazioni devenu esse eseguite solu da u persunale di serviziu autorizatu.
- Keep the unit dry. Do not expose to rain, moisture, or high humidity.
- Evitate l'esposizione diretta di l'ochji à u lampu. A luce intensa pò causà una deteriorazione temporanea di a vista.
- Handle the Li-ion battery with care. Do not short-circuit, incinerate, or expose to extreme temperatures. Use only the specified charger.
- Mantene fora di a portata di i zitelli.
- Ensure the flash is securely mounted to the camera or stand to prevent accidental drops.
3. Cuntenutu di u pacchettu
Verificate chì tutti l'articuli sò presenti in u vostru pacchettu:
- Flash Body x1
- Borsa di almacenamento x 1
- Diffusore x1
- Adattatore x1
- Batteria di lithium x1
- Mini Stand x1
- Cavu di carica USB-C x1
Image: All components included in the Godox V480F package.
4. Caratteristiche di u produttu
4.1 Intuitive Touchscreen & Buttons
The V480 features a 2.0-inch color touchscreen and tactile buttons for precise adjustments. Users can tap, swipe, or press buttons to navigate menus and change settings efficiently.
Image: The V480F's touchscreen interface.
4.2 Smart Distance Readout
The V480's display provides a real-time effective flash range, allowing users to confirm if the subject is within optimal reach for various shooting conditions, including tight spaces or bounce applications.
Image: Flash mounted on camera showing distance readout.
4.3 Sender & Receiver Functionality
The integrated Godox 2.4GHz X wireless system enables the V480 to function as both a sender and a receiver. It supports 32 channels and a range of up to 100 meters, allowing control of multiple flashes without external triggers.
Image: Wireless flash setup with the V480F.
4.4 Pro-Level Flash Modes
The V480 supports TTL, Manual, Multi mode, and High-Speed Sync (HSS) up to 1/8000s. It also includes Flash Exposure Compensation and Front/Rear-Curtain Sync for various creative lighting effects.
4.5 Lightweight Portability
Weighing approximately 282g (361g with battery), the V480 is designed for portability, fitting comfortably in hand and most camera bags.
Image: The V480F held in hand, demonstrating its compact size.
4.6 650 Full-Power Flashes
The 7.2V/2200mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery provides up to 650 full-power flashes with a recycle time of approximately 1.7 seconds. USB-C charging allows for convenient recharging.
Image: The V480F battery connected for USB-C charging.
4.7 10-Level Modeling Lamp
A built-in LED modeling lamp offers ten brightness levels, allowing users to preview how the flash will shape shadows and highlights before firing the main flash.
Image: The V480F's modeling lamp in usu.
4.8 Flexible Bounce Head
The flash head can tilt from -7° to 120° and swivel a full 330°, providing flexibility for bouncing light off walls, ceilings, or floors to achieve soft, natural fill light or specific side lighting.
Image: Illustration of the flexible bounce head movement.
4.9 Creative Light Shapers
The flash includes a built-in catchlight panel and a wide-angle diffuser. The catchlight panel creates sparkling eye reflections, while the wide-angle diffuser softens and broadens light coverage.
Image: The V480F with its integrated light shaping tools.
4.10 Extensive Accessory Compatibility
The V480 is compatible with various accessories, including the Godox AK-R1 Kit (via S-R2 adapter) and Bowens-mount softboxes or reflectors (using the S2 bracket).
Image: Accessory compatibility diagram for the V480F.
5. Getting Started
5.1 Installazione di batterie
- Assicuratevi chì l'unità flash sia spenta.
- Locate the battery compartment on the side or rear of the flash unit.
- Aprite a tappa di u compartimentu.
- Insert the provided 7.2V/2200mAh Li-ion battery, ensuring correct polarity.
- Chiudere in modu sicuru u coperchiu di u compartimentu di a batteria.
5.2 Muntà u Flash
- Slide the flash's hot shoe onto your Fujifilm camera's hot shoe mount.
- Stringhje l'anellu di bloccaggio o a leva di u flash per fissallu à a camera.
5.3 Accensione / spegnimentu
Press and hold the power button (usually located on the side or rear) for a few seconds to turn the flash unit on or off. The touchscreen will illuminate upon power-on.
6. Operating Instructions
6.1 Selezzione Mode
Use the touchscreen or navigation buttons to select your desired flash mode:
- Modu TTL (Attraversu l'Obiettivu): The flash automatically adjusts output for correct exposure.
- Modu Manuale (M): Manually set flash power output (e.g., 1/1 to 1/256).
- Modu Multi (Stroboscopicu): Lancia una seria di lampi rapidi durante una sola esposizione per catturà parechji movimenti.
6.2 Sincronizazione à alta velocità (HSS)
Activate HSS mode to use flash at shutter speeds faster than your camera's native sync speed (up to 1/8000s). This is useful for overpowering ambient light or using wide apertures in bright conditions.
6.3 Compensazione di l'esposizione di u flash (FEC)
In TTL mode, FEC allows you to fine-tune the flash output by adjusting it up or down in increments (e.g., +/- 3 stops).
6.4 Using the Modeling Lamp
Press the dedicated modeling lamp button or access it via the touchscreen. Adjust brightness levels from 1 to 10 to preview effetti di illuminazione.
6.5 Adjusting Bounce Head
Gently tilt and swivel the flash head to direct light. The head can tilt from -7° to 120° and swivel 330° horizontally. Ensure the head clicks into place at desired angles.
6.6 Wireless Operation (2.4GHz X System)
To use the V480 as a wireless sender or receiver:
- Access the wireless settings menu on the touchscreen.
- Select 'Master' for sender mode or 'Slave' for receiver mode.
- Set the desired channel (1-32) and group (A, B, C, D, E) to match other Godox X system units.
- Ensure the ID setting is consistent across all units for reliable communication.
7. Mantenimentu
7.1 Pulizia
Wipe the flash unit with a soft, dry cloth. For stubborn dirt, use a slightly damp cloth and then dry thoroughly. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Keep the hot shoe contacts clean and free of debris.
7.2 Cura di a batteria
- Caricate a batteria cumpletamente prima di u primu usu.
- Ricaricate a batteria quandu appare l'indicatore di batteria bassa.
- If storing the flash for an extended period, charge the battery to approximately 50% and remove it from the unit. Recharge every 3-6 months to maintain battery health.
7.3 Storage
Store the flash unit in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Use the provided storage bag for protection.
8. Risoluzione di prublemi
8.1 U flash ùn si accende micca
- Check if the flash is powered on and the battery is charged.
- Assicuratevi chì u flash sia muntatu bè à a slitta calda di a camera.
- Verificate chì i paràmetri di a camera è di u flash sò cumpatibili (per esempiu, u modu flash, a velocità di sincronizazione).
- Clean the hot shoe contacts on both the flash and camera.
8.2 Exposure Issues (Too Bright/Dark)
- Adjust Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) in TTL mode.
- In modu Manuale, aghjustate a putenza di u flash.
- Verificate i paràmetri ISO, apertura è velocità di l'otturatore di a camera.
- Ensure the flash head is pointed correctly (if bouncing).
8.3 A batteria ùn si carica micca
- Verify the USB-C cable and adapter are properly connected and functional.
- Assicuratevi chì a batteria sia inserita currettamente in u caricatore.
- If the battery is completely depleted, it may take a few minutes for the charging indicator to appear.
8.4 Wireless Communication Problems
- Confirm all units (sender and receiver) are set to the same channel and group.
- Check that the wireless ID settings match.
- Ensure units are within the 100m operating range and there are no significant obstructions.
- Verificate s'ellu ci hè una putenziale interferenza da altri dispusitivi 2.4GHz.
9. Specifiche tecniche
| Feature | Specificazione |
|---|---|
| Mudellu | V480F |
| Numero di guida | Approx. GN50 (ISO 100, in meters) |
| Copertura Flash | Auto zoom (flash coverage is set automatically to match the lens focal length and image size); Manual zoom (24-105mm) |
| Flash Head Angle | Testa di flash oscillante/inclinabile (flash di rimbalzo): da 0 a 330 ° in orizzontale e da -7 ° a 120 ° in verticale |
| Durata Flash (t0.1) | 1 / 600s-1 / 20000s |
| Controlu di l'esposizione | Flash automaticu TTL è flash manuale |
| Compensazione di l'esposizione flash (FEC) | ±3 stops with 1/3 increment each step |
| Modu Sync | High-speed sync (up to 1/8000 seconds), first-curtain sync and second-curtain sync |
| Multi Flash | Furnitu (finu à 100 volte, 100 Hz) |
| Wireless Flash (2.4G Transmission) | Emittente, Ricevitore |
| Gruppi di mittenti | A, B, C, D, E (V480C); M, A, B, C, D, E (V480S/V480N/V480F/V480O) |
| Gruppi di ricevitori | A, B, C, D, E |
| Gamma di trasmissione (circa) | 100 m |
| Canali | 32 (01-32) |
| ID | OFF / 01-99 |
| Modellazione LED Lamp putenza | 2W |
| Temperature di culore | 5300K ± 300K |
| Alimentazione elettrica | Batteria al litio 7.2V/2200mAh |
| Riciclà u Tempu | Circa. 1.7 seconde |
| Number of Flashes (approx.) | 650 |
| Risparmio di energia | Standby and auto off functions provided |
| Modu di Triggering Sync | Scarpa calda, cordone di sincronia di 2.5 mm |
| Dimensioni (L x H x P) | 6.54" x 2.8" x 1.93" |
| Pesu Netu Senza Batteria | Circa. 282 g |
| Pesu Netu cù Batteria | Circa. 361 g |
| Muntaggi compatibili | Compatible with FUJIFILM Cameras (e.g., X-Pro2, X-T20, X-T2, X-T1, GFX50s, GFX50R, X-T30, X-T4, X-T3, X-H2, X-T50, X-S20, X-T5, X-Pro1, X-T10, X-E1, X-A3, X100F, X100T) |
10. Garanzia è Support
10.1 Garanzia infurmazione
Godox products typically come with a limited manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Godox website for specific terms and conditions regarding your region and purchase date. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty claims.
10.2 Assistenza Clienti
For technical assistance, troubleshooting not covered in this manual, or service inquiries, please contact Godox customer support through their official website or your local distributor. You can find more information and resources on the Negoziu GODOX nant'à Amazon.
