Westcott FJ400 Bedienungsanleitung

FJ400 AC/DC Strobe

User Manual

V1.0.9

02/25/2021

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION ON PAGE 4 BEFORE USING FJ WIRELESS EQUIPMENT

Contents

Contents 1

Introduction 3

Components (Included) 3

Important things to know before starting… 4

Reviewing Firmware Files 4

TTL ±3 Flash Exposure Compensation (FJ400 & FJ-X2m) 4

Canon Continuous Mode 4

FJ400 Strobe: Overview 5

FJ400 Strobe: LCD Display & Menus 6

FJ400 Strobe: Warnings 7

FJ400 Strobe: Firmware Updates 8

Installing the Firmware 8

FJ400 Strobe: Getting Started 9

Charging the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery 9

Attaching the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery 9

Removing the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery 9

AC Power Operation 9

DC Power Operation 9

FJ400 Strobe: Mounting 10

Mounting to a Light Stand 10

FJ400 Strobe: Attaching & Removing Modiﬁers 10

Connecting a Bowens Speedring & Modiﬁer 10

Removing a Bowens Speedring & Modiﬁer 10

Attaching an Umbrella-Based Modiﬁer 10

Removing an Umbrella Based Modiﬁer 10

FJ400 Strobe: Wireless Control 11

FJ400 Strobe: Exposure Modes 11

Enabling ‘TTL’ Mode Operation [Requires FJ2-Xm Trigger, FJ80 Speedlight or compatible trigger] 11

Enabling ‘Manual’ Mode Operation 11

FJ400 Strobe: SYNC Functions 12

Enabling ‘Normal’ Sync 12

Enabling ‘HSS (High-speed Sync)’ 12

Enabling ‘Freeze Sync’ 12

Freeze Sync Flash Durations 12

FJ400 Strobe: Advanced Functions 13

Mask Function 13

Delay Function 14

Continuous Capture 14

FJ400: Menu [Expanded Look] 14

Menu Screen #1 14

Menu Screen #2 15

Menu Screen #3 15

Menu Screen #4 16

Menu Screen #5 16

Menu Screen #6 16

FJ400 Battery: Performance and Care 17

FJ400 Performance & Sleep Modes 17

FJ400 LED Battery Status Indicators 17

FJ400 Charging & Life Expectancy 17

FJ400 Strobe: Technical Speciﬁcations 18

Warranty Information 20

Legal Information 21

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Westcott FJ400 Strobe. The FJ400 and FJ-X2m Wireless Flash Trigger

(sold separately) are a photographer’s dream combination. The performance of the FJ400 is one of the

industry’s ﬁrst compact, portable 400 watt-second strobes that are capable of recycling in less than

one-second at full-power so you don’t miss the shot. It oﬀers the most full-power ﬂashes at 480 bursts to

extend those on-location shoots when AC power isn’t an option and it has accurate color temperatures

throughout its entire 9-stop output range. When paired with the FJ-X2m Wireless Radio trigger, you can

say, “Goodbye,” to the need for multiple brand-speciﬁc triggers. The FJ400 and FJ-X2m have you

covered with its multi-brand compatibility. This versatile unit oﬀers everything required by professional

photographers today to achieve lighting success - including TTL, HSS, Continuous Capture, Freeze

Function, and so much more. Enjoy!

Components (Included)

●FJ400 Strobe

●FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery

●AC Power Adapter & Cord

●Frosted Diﬀusion Dome

●Magnetic Reﬂector (Bowens, 5.5")

●Magnetic CC Gel Set

●Magnetic Diﬀusion

●USB-C to USB-A Cable

●FREE: Rapid Box Switch Insert (Bowens)

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Important things to know before starting…

Reviewing Firmware Files

Firmware updates will be made available on the FJ400 product page (https://www.westcott.com/4700)

to improve the performance of the FJ Wireless System. Please review ALL documentation that’s included

with each ﬁrmware download to ensure all of the necessary steps for preparation are complete before

installing the ﬁrmware.

TTL ±3 Flash Exposure Compensation (FJ400 & FJ-X2m)

±3 TTL Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) on the FJ-X2m is independent of the Flash Exposure

Compensation (FEC) on the FJ400 Strobe. Meaning, a change of the FEC ±3 on the FJ-X2m will adjust

the light output in TTL mode, however, the FJ400 screen will not indicate the FEC changes made on the

FJ-X2m. The FJ400 FEC can be further adjusted ±3.

Set the strobe display to show both the FJ400 Strobe FEC (large letters) and the FJ-X2m Wireless Trigger

FEC (small letters) by turning the M->TTL setting to ON in MENU 6 on the FJ400. Learn more about

accessing the FJ400 Menu Settings in the section titled “Menu Screen #6“.

Canon Continuous Mode

When photographing in Canon Continuous Mode, two overlapping-squares will be visible on the FJ400

screen and the FJ Wireless System will default to Manual Mode disabling TTL and HSS functionality. Exit

Continuous Mode on the Canon camera to resume TTL and HSS functionality.

FJ400 Strobe: Overview

FJ400 Strobe: LCD Display & Menus

FJ400 Strobe: Warnings

Caution

●IMPORTANT: During operation, the ﬂash tube, LED modeling lamp, and select components of the

FJ400 strobe temperatures will increase. Please use caution while using to avoid serious burns or

injuries.

●Use only with the Westcott FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery and/or AC Power Adapter and

Cord.

●Do not touch glass diﬀusion dome, ﬂash tube, LED modeling lamp, or metal reﬂector after

immediate use to avoid potential injury.

●Never leave unattended around children and/or pets.

●Keep away from ﬁre, water, and moisture.

●Do not submerge in water.

●Avoid drastic temperature changes before, during, or after use.

●Avoid direct skin contact with the ﬂash tube and LED modeling lamp when replacing the ﬂash

tube.

●Always remove the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery from the FJ400 Strobe during

travel/storage to avoid accidental operation which could lead to overheating or permanent

damage.

●Do not overtighten the tilter bracket tension knob or umbrella tension screw.

●Ensure the FJ400 is securely mounted before use.

●Only use compatible modiﬁers and accessories and ensure they are securely attached to the

FJ400 Strobe before use.

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

●The operating temperature range is 32-104°F(0-40°C).

Dual-Stage Heat Protection

The FJ400 is equipped with self-monitoring cooling fans to ensure safe operation. It is also equipped

with an automatic shutoﬀ feature. In the rare event that the strobe has reached an unsafe operating

temperature, the screen will display OH (overheat). Once the unit has cooled, the OH will disappear from

the screen and it will then be safe to continue operation.

FJ400 Strobe: Firmware Updates

The FJ400 strobe 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. It

is strongly suggested that you visit westcott.com/4700 to conﬁrm your strobe has the latest ﬁrmware.

Installing the Firmware

1. Visit westcott.com/4700 and scroll to the Support section. Find and download the latest

ﬁrmware ZIP ﬁle. (Note: Various browsers may automatically unzip the ZIP ﬁle. In this scenario,

skip to Step #3).

2. Unzip the ﬁle and open the extracted folder.

3. IMPORTANT: Read ALL FILES located in the extracted folder (i.e. README, Changelog, etc).

4. Ensure the FJ400 is OFF and cooled before removing the battery from the strobe.

5. Connect the USB-A to USB-C cable to the FJ400’s USB-C port.

6. Common operating systems will present the strobe as an external drive device.

a. NOTE: MacOS may display the external device on the desktop or in the Finder window.

7. Locate the .BIN ﬁle on your computer and drag the ﬁle to the FJ400 (external device).

8. Once the ﬁle has been completely copied to the FJ400, EJECT the FJ400 from the computer.

9. Remove the USB-C cable from the FJ400 and reattach the battery.

10. Press the Power | Model button on the FJ400 to initiate the ﬁrmware update and conﬁrm

installation was successful by locating the ﬁrmware text in the bottom right corner of the screen

during the start-up process.

IMPORTANT

●If FJ devices don’t display as an external device after being connected to the computer, then

please disconnect the USB cable from both devices, restart the computer, and restart the

ﬁrmware installation process.

●It’s recommended that the ﬁrmware update installation process be completed only when the

connected computer’s power level is ≥ 50%. Loss of power of any type during this process could

render the FJ400 inoperable and require professional repair.

●Removing the USB-C cable from the FJ400 without properly ejecting the FJ400 from your

computer could render the strobe inoperable and require professional repair.

●Depending on the operating system and the applications running, copying the ﬁrmware from your

computer to the FJ400 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.

FJ400 Strobe: Getting Started

Charging the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery

The battery can be charged separately from the FJ400 or while attached to the FJ400. In both instances,

connect the power cord to the AC Adapter, connect the AC Adapter’s barrel plug to the battery AC

receptacle, and connect the power cord into a power outlet.

AC Adapter LED Indicator Light Colors

●Green: AC Adapter is plugged into a power outlet without a battery attached or connected to a

fully-charged battery.

●Red: AC Adapter is plugged into a power outlet and the battery is currently charging and less

than 100% charged.

Attaching the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery

Attach the FJ400 Battery to the strobe by aligning the silver connection points on the rear of the strobe

to the holes on the silver strips located on the back of the battery and slide the battery down until it locks

into place.

Removing the FJ400 AC/DC Lithium Polymer Battery

Ensure the FJ400 is OFF by long-pressing the Power | Model button until the LCD screen turns oﬀ. Then,

slide the release lock located on top of the battery away from the strobe, gently press the battery up and

away from the strobe to remove.

AC Power Operation

1. Ensure the battery charge level is ≥ 25%.

2. Ensure the battery is securely attached to the FJ400.

3. Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter.

4. With the strobe powered oﬀ, connect the AC Adapter’s barrel plug to the battery’s AC receptacle.

5. Plug the power cord into a dedicated power outlet.

6. Turn the strobe ON by pressing and holding the Power | Model button until the start-up screen

appears.

DC Power Operation

1. Ensure the FJ400 battery has been fully charged.

2. Ensure the battery is securely attached to the FJ400.

3. Turn the strobe ON by pressing and holding the Power | Model button until the start-up screen

appears.

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