GODOX V100 N (01) PDF MANUAL

Carefully read and fully understand the instruction manual before use.

This product is a professional lighting fixture; children are prohibited from using it and must be supervised if near it.

This is not for general illumination. Avoid using or looking directly at it if you have eye damage history or sensitivity.

Exercise extreme caution; do not touch high-temperature parts like flash tubes.

Do not point the flash directly at eyes (especially baby’s eyes) to avoid vision impairment. Turn off immediately if discomfort occurs.

Stop using immediately if the flash tube is damaged and contact qualified personnel for replacement.

Stop using immediately if the product shell is cracked to avoid electric shock from internal components.

Keep the device dry; it is not waterproof. Use in a ventilated, dry location, avoiding rain, humidity, dust, or overheating.

Do not disassemble without authorization. Repairs must be done by authorized personnel.

Ensure the device is cool before storing.

Do not place near alcohol, gasoline, or other flammable solvents/gases.

Do not use or store in potentially explosive environments.

Maintain at least 1 meter distance between the lamp head and people or heat-sensitive items during and after use.

Use only approved accessories to prevent fire, electric shock, or injury.

Clean gently with a dry cloth only.

Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery.

The battery is not waterproof; do not immerse it in fog or water.

Avoid short-circuiting the battery contacts.

Do not expose the battery to or put it into fire.

Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 60°C.

Keep out of reach of children.

Protect the battery from excessive shock or vibration.

Do not use a damaged battery.

If the battery leaks, avoid contact with the leaking fluid.

If battery fluid contacts eyes, rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.

Confirm and comply with relevant local laws for handling batteries.

Check the battery status upon receipt and contact Godox or an authorized dealer for quality issues within the warranty period.

Charge the battery to about 50% before storage.

Charge it to about 50% at least every six months.

Removable batteries should be stored separately.

The storage temperature should be between 0°C and 40°C.

1. Flash Head

2. LED Modeling Lamp

3. External Flash Interface (for SU-1)

4. Wireless Sensor

5. Focus Assist Beam

6. External Power Box Port (for PB960)

7. Bounce Angle Scale

8. Battery Charging Indicator (red=charging, green=full)

9. USB Type-C Charging Port (for battery)

10. Lithium Battery

11. Touch Screen

12. Power Switch Button

13. Hot Shoe

14. Hot Shoe Fixing Buckle

15. Test Button/Recycle Indicator

16. Select Dial

17. Set Button

18. Sync Cord Jack

19. USB-C Firmware Upgrade Port

20. Battery Remove Button

1. Flash Tube

2. Detaching Pusher

The Mode Interface allows selection between:

Wi-Off: Flash operates independently.

Sender: Flash acts as a wireless transmitter.

Receiver: Flash acts as a wireless receiver unit.

Menu: Accesses flash settings.

Wireless: Accesses wireless settings (Channel, ID, Scan, Sync).

Disassembling: Press and hold the battery remove button, then push the battery out of the battery compartment.

Installing: Insert the battery into the battery compartment in the correct direction until it clicks and locks firmly.

Check the battery level indication on the LCD panel after ensuring the battery is securely loaded.

Battery Level Indication	Meaning
3 grids	Full
2 grids	Middle
1 grid	Low
Blank grid	Lower battery, please recharge it.
No battery alert blinking	The battery level is going to be used out, and the flash is not functional in this status. Note: Please recharge the battery as soon as possible (within 10 days). Then, the battery can be used or be placed for long period.

Installing: Ensure the camera and flash are powered off. Rotate the hot shoe fixing buckle to the left. Insert the camera flash into the camera’s hot shoe. Rotate the fixing buckle to the right until it locks up.

Disassembling: Ensure the camera and flash are powered off. Press and rotate the hot shoe fixing buckle to the left until it is loosened, then take off the camera flash.

Note: Turn off V100 before installing or disassembling SU-1. Do not insert or pull out SU-1 while V100 is powered on or working.

Installing: Align the SU-1 with the external flash interface on the V100. Insert it parallelly and press down until you hear a “click” sound, indicating it’s properly installed.

Disassembling: Push the detaching pusher on the SU-1 and simultaneously pull the SU-1 upwards to detach it.

Power On: Long press the power switch button until the < SET > icon appears. Then, slide the screen or rotate the select dial in the indicated direction to turn it on.

Power Off: Press and hold the power switch button until the screen turns off.

Standby (Wi-Off/Sender Mode): If the standby function is enabled, the flash enters standby after approx. 90 seconds of idle use. Press the camera shutter halfway or any flash button to wake it up.

Auto Off (Wi-Off/Sender Mode): If the auto off function is enabled, the flash shuts down after 60 minutes (or 30/90 minutes, selectable in menu) of idle use.

Auto Off (Receiver Mode): If the auto off function is enabled, the flash shuts down after 60 minutes (or 30/90 minutes) of idle use. This can be turned off manually in the menu when using off-camera.

Touch Screen: Slide the screen from left to right to show the mode interface. Tap the “Wi-Off” icon.

Buttons/Dial: Press the power switch button to show the mode interface. Rotate the select dial to highlight “Wi-Off”, then press the set button to select it.

The flash output is adjustable from 1/1 to 1/256 (or 10 to 2.0) in 0.1 or 0.3 stop increments.

Touch Screen: Tap the “MODE” icon until ‘M’ is shown. Tap the ‘-‘ or ‘+’ icons, or drag the progress bar, to adjust the power level (±0.1 or ±0.3 increments).

Buttons/Dial: Rotate the select dial and press the set button to select “MODE”. Rotate again to choose “M” and press set. Rotate the dial to select the power value. Rotate again to adjust power (±0.1 or ±0.3 increments; fast rotation for quick adjustment).

These functions are only available in M manual flash mode and allow the flash to be triggered optically by another flash.

S1 Photocell Setting: The flash fires synchronously when the main flash fires. This mimics a wireless trigger.

S2 Photocell Setting: The flash ignores a single “pre-flash” from the main flash (common with TTL systems) and fires only in response to the second, actual flash pulse.

Activation: Enter the menu setting (or the Other Functions interface for V100 O) to switch between S1/S2 or turn the function OFF.

In TTL mode, the camera measures the reflected light and automatically adjusts flash output. Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) can be set from -3 to +3 in 1/3 stop increments.

Touch Screen: Tap the “MODE” icon until ‘TTL’ is shown. Tap the ‘-‘ or ‘+’ icons, or drag the progress bar, to adjust the FEC amount.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate the select dial and press set to choose “MODE”. Rotate again to select “TTL” and press set. Rotate the dial to select the FEC value. Rotate again to adjust the FEC (±1/3 increments; fast rotation for quick adjustment).

Flash coverage can be set automatically (A-mm) to match the lens focal length or manually. Ensure manual zoom covers the lens focal length to avoid dark peripheries.

Manual Zoom Ranges:

V100 C/S/N: 28mm-105mm

V100 O: 28mm-105mm or 14-52mm (depending on system setting in menu)

V100 F: 28mm-105mm or 18-69mm (depending on system setting in menu)

Touch Screen: Tap the “ZOOM” icon to switch between Auto (A–mm) and Manual mode. In Manual mode, tap the zoom value to adjust.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate the select dial and press set to choose “ZOOM”. Rotate again to select the desired zoom mode (Auto or Manual value) and press set.

The SU-1 provides fill light in M or TTL modes when attached to the V100’s external flash interface. Helpful for portraits.

Installation: Mount SU-1 directly onto the V100 external interface until it clicks.

Power Range: 1/128 to 1/1 (or 3.0 to 10) in 8 steps, with +1/3 increments.

Touch Screen Control: Tap the “SUB” icon. Use ‘-‘ / ‘+’ icons or slide the progress bar to adjust power. Tap the on/off icon below the bar to enable/disable SU-1.

Buttons/Dial Control: Rotate the select dial and press set to choose “SUB”. Rotate again and press set to adjust power or turn it on/off.

Important Notes:

Power off V100 before installing/disassembling SU-1.

SU-1 is not usable in Sender or Receiver wireless modes.

The main flash head must be tilted up to use SU-1 properly.

SU-1 (External flash) does not support HSS.

In Sender mode, the V100 controls other Godox wireless receivers. Wireless is on by default.

Entering Sender Mode:

Touch Screen: Slide left-to-right for the mode interface, tap “Sender”.

Buttons/Dial: Press power button for mode interface, rotate dial to “Sender”, press set.

Group Selection:

Groups available: A, B, C, D, E (V100 C) or M, A, B, C, D (V100 S/N/O/F).

Touch Screen: Tap group box to cycle modes (M/TTL/OFF). Slide screen upward to see more groups if needed.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to select a group, press set to enter. Press and hold set to cycle modes (M/TTL/OFF). Rotate dial to check other groups.

Setting Manual Flash Power (M):

Touch Screen: Select group (ensure it shows a power ratio like 1/256). Tap ‘-‘ / ‘+’ or drag bar to adjust power (1/256 to 1/1 or 2.0 to 10).

Buttons/Dial: Select group (ensure M mode). Rotate dial to adjust power, press set to exit group adjustment.

Setting TTL Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC):

Touch Screen: Select group (ensure it shows FEC like +3.0). Tap ‘-‘ / ‘+’ or drag bar to adjust FEC (-3.0 to +3.0).

Buttons/Dial: Select group (ensure TTL mode). Rotate dial to adjust FEC, press set to exit group adjustment.

Adjusting Parameters Uniformly:

Touch Screen: Tap the overall ‘-‘ or ‘+’ icon at the bottom to adjust all active groups’ power/FEC uniformly.

Buttons/Dial: Select any group, press set to enter uniform adjustment mode. Rotate dial to adjust uniformly, press set to exit.

Setting ZOOM: Set Auto or Manual zoom (28-105mm) for receiver units as described in the Wi-Off ZOOM section.

In Receiver mode, the V100 is controlled by a Godox wireless sender. Wireless is on by default.

Entering Receiver Mode:

Touch Screen: Slide left-to-right for mode interface, tap “Receiver”.

Buttons/Dial: Press power button for mode interface, rotate dial to “Receiver”, press set.

Group Selection:

Groups available: A, B, C, D, E.

Touch Screen: Tap the group icon (e.g., ‘A’) to cycle through groups.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to select the group icon, press set to enter settings. Rotate dial to switch groups, press set again to exit.

Setting TTL/M Mode:

Modes are typically controlled by the sender unit. If manual adjustment on the receiver is needed (less common):

Touch Screen: Tap the “MODE” icon to switch between TTL and M.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “MODE”, press set. Rotate dial to choose TTL or M, press set.

Flash Power Settings (in M mode):

Adjustable from 1/256 to 1/1 (or 2.0 to 10).

Touch Screen: Tap ‘-‘ / ‘+’ icons or drag bar.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to power box, press set. Rotate dial to adjust, press set.

Setting ZOOM: Set Auto or Manual zoom (28-105mm) as described in the Wi-Off ZOOM section. This is usually controlled by the sender.

Accessing Other Functions Interface:

Touch Screen: In Wi-Off/Sender/Receiver mode, slide the screen down. Slide up to return.

Buttons/Dial: In Wi-Off/Sender/Receiver mode, short press the power switch button twice. Press again to return.

Available Functions (may vary by mode/model):

SYNC (Sync Mode)

AF (Auto Focus Assist Beam)

Beep

Model (Modeling Lamp)

Lock (Screen Lock)

Multi (Multi Flash)

Photocell (S1/S2 – V100 O only in this interface)

H (High-speed Sync / FP Flash): Allows flash sync with all camera shutter speeds. Useful for fill-flash with wide apertures.

Second-curtain Sync: Flash fires just before the shutter closes during a slow exposure, creating a light trail behind a moving subject.

Setting Sync Mode (V100 C):

Touch Screen: Tap the “SYNC” icon to cycle through modes.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “SYNC”, press set to cycle modes.

Setting Sync Mode (V100 S/O/F, V100 N not connected to Nikon):

Touch Screen/Buttons: Tap/Select “SYNC” icon to toggle HSS On/Off. Second-curtain sync must be set on the camera body.

Setting Sync Mode (V100 N connected to Nikon):

HSS is automatically enabled/disabled based on the camera’s shutter speed setting. Second-curtain sync must be set on the camera body.

(Unavailable in V100 O) The built-in AF assist beam automatically activates in low-light/low-contrast situations to help the camera achieve focus. It turns off once focus is confirmed. It won’t light up if the camera already has correct focus.

Effective Range:

Center: 0.6m ~ 10m / 2.0 ~ 32.8 feet

Periphery: 0.6m ~ 5m / 2.0 ~ 16.4 feet

Turning On/Off:

Touch Screen: Tap the “AF” icon.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “AF”, press set.

The flash can emit a tone when it’s ready to fire.

Turning On/Off:

Touch Screen: Tap the “Beep” icon.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “Beep”, press set.

The LED modeling lamp helps preview lighting effects. Brightness is adjustable from 1 to 10.

Turning On/Off & Adjusting Brightness:

Touch Screen: Tap “Model” icon to toggle on/off. When on, drag the progress bar below it to adjust brightness (1-10).

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “Model”, press set to toggle on/off. When on, rotate dial to select the brightness bar, press set, rotate dial to adjust (1-10), press set again to confirm, then press set one more time to exit the adjustment.

Prevents accidental changes to settings.

Locking/Unlocking:

Touch Screen: Tap the “Lock” icon to lock. Press and hold the lock icon for 2 seconds to unlock.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “Lock”, press set to lock. Press and hold the set button for 2 seconds to unlock.

Multi flash fires a rapid series of flashes during a single exposure, capturing multiple images of a moving subject. You set the flash output, number of flashes (Times), and frequency (Hz).

Parameter Ranges:

Flash output: 1/256 – 1/4 (or 2.0 – 8.0)

Number of flashes: 1 – 100

Flash frequency: 1 – 100 Hz

ZOOM: Auto or Manual

Setting Up (Touch Screen):

1. Tap the “Multi” icon to turn it on.

2. Slide the screen up to reveal parameters.

3. Adjust Flashes (Times): Slide the number next to “Times”.

4. Adjust Frequency (Hz): Slide the number next to “Hz”.

5. Adjust Power: Tap ‘-‘ / ‘+’ icons.

6. Adjust ZOOM: Tap “ZOOM” icon, select Auto/Manual, adjust if needed.

7. Tap the return icon to go back to the main Multi interface.

Setting Up (Buttons/Dial):

1. Rotate dial to “Multi”, press set to turn it on.

2. Press the power switch button to show parameters.

3. Rotate dial to select Power, Flashes, Frequency, or ZOOM.

4. Press set, rotate dial to adjust the selected parameter, press set to confirm.

5. Repeat for other parameters.

6. Press set again to exit parameter adjustment.

Calculating Shutter Speed: Shutter Speed = Number of Flashes / Flash Frequency. Set camera shutter speed to be at least this long.

Note: To avoid overheating, do not use multi flash more than 10 times in succession without a 15-minute rest. Multi flash cannot be set in HSS mode. Turn off Multi mode when not in use.

The maximum number of flashes depends on the flash output and frequency (Hz). Refer to the tables below:

Max Flashes at Various Frequencies (Hz): 1-9

Flash Output	Frequency (Hz)	1	2	3	4	5	6-7	8-9
1/4	Number of Flashes	8	6	4	3	3	2	2
1/8	Number of Flashes	14	14	12	10	8	6	5
1/16	Number of Flashes	30	30	30	20	20	20	10
1/32	Number of Flashes	60	60	60	50	50	40	30
1/64	Number of Flashes	90	90	90	80	80	70	60
1/128	Number of Flashes	100	100	100	100	100	90	80
1/256	Number of Flashes	100	100	100	100	100	90	80

Max Flashes at Various Frequencies (Hz): 10-100

Flash Output	Frequency (Hz)	10	11	12-14	15-19	20-50	60-100
1/4	Number of Flashes	2	2	2	2	2	2
1/8	Number of Flashes	4	4	4	4	4	4
1/16	Number of Flashes	10	8	8	8	8	8
1/32	Number of Flashes	20	20	20	18	16	12
1/64	Number of Flashes	50	40	40	35	30	20
1/128	Number of Flashes	70	70	60	50	40	40
1/256	Number of Flashes	70	70	60	50	40	40

Accessing Wireless Settings:

Touch Screen: Slide left-to-right for mode interface, tap “Wireless”. Slide left-to-right again to return to main interface.

Buttons/Dial: Press power button for mode interface, rotate dial to “Wireless”, press set. Short press power button to return.

Scan the Spare Channel: Finds less interfered channels.

Touch Screen: Tap “SCAN”. 8 spare channels displayed. Tap desired channel.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “SCAN”, press set. Scan starts. Rotate dial to select displayed spare channel, press set.

Channel Settings (CH): Set sender and receiver(s) to the same channel (01-32).

Touch Screen: Slide the “Channel” box to select desired channel.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “Channel” box, press set. Rotate dial to select channel, press set. Press set again to exit.

ID Settings: Set sender and receiver(s) to the same Wireless ID (OFF or 01-99) for interference-free triggering.

Touch Screen: Slide the “ID” box to select OFF or desired ID.

Buttons/Dial: Rotate dial to “ID” box, press set. Rotate dial to select ID, press set. Press set again to exit.

Quickly sets the same Channel and ID on a sender and receiver.

Receiver Wireless Sync (e.g., V100 Sender, Lux Master Receiver):

1. Set V100 to Sender mode.

2. Set Lux Master to Receiver mode.

3. Touch Screen: Tap “SYNC” icon on both devices.

4. Buttons/Dial: On V100, rotate dial to “SYNC”, press set. On Lux Master, rotate dial to “SYNC”, press SET.

Sender Wireless Sync (e.g., X3 Sender, V100 Receiver):

1. Set V100 to Receiver mode.

2. Set X3 to Sender mode.

3. Touch Screen: Tap “SYNC” icon on both devices.

4. Buttons/Dial: On V100, rotate dial to “SYNC”, press set. On X3, rotate dial to “SYNC”, press select dial.

Note: Wireless Sync also works between two V100 units (one Sender, one Receiver).

Accessing Menu:

Touch Screen: Slide left-to-right for mode interface, tap “Menu”. Slide left-to-right again to return.

Buttons/Dial: Press power button for mode interface, rotate dial to “Menu”, press set. Short press power button to return.

Navigating Menu: Use touch screen or buttons/dial to select and modify settings.

Menu options may vary. Here are common functions:

Icon	Function	Options	Description
(Sender Icon)	Sender Flash (V100 C only)	Off / On	Turns the flash on the sender unit itself On or Off.
(Power Icon)	Power Type	1/256 (Step: 0.1 or 0.3) / 2.0 (Step: 0.1 or 0.3)	Selects power display format and minimum step increment.
S1/S2	Photocell (V100 O setting)	Off / S1 / S2	Enables optical slave modes (alternative to menu on other models).
TCM	TCM	On / Off	If On, allows conversion of TTL flash value to M power value.
(m/ft Icon)	m/ft	m / ft	Sets distance unit display (Meters or Feet).
(Standby Icon)	Standby	On / Off	Enables/disables automatic standby after 90s idle.
(Auto Off Icon)	Auto Off	Off / 30 min / 60 min / 90 min	Sets automatic power-off timer or disables it. Behavior depends on Standby setting and mode (Sender/Receiver).
(Model Icon)	Model	Continue / Interrupt	Modeling lamp stays on (Continue) or turns off during flash (Interrupt).
(Screen Icon)	Screen	/ (Brightness) / 30 sec / 1 min / 2 min / 3 min	Adjust screen brightness (stepless) and set screen standby timer.
(Zoom Icon)	Zoom	4/3 / APS / 135	Sets zoom system based on camera sensor format (V100 O/F/C/S/N). Default is 135 for C/S/N.
(Agreement Icon)	New Agreement (V100 S only)	On / Off	Turn On (default) for compatibility. Turn Off if incompatibility issues arise.
(Language Icon)	Language	Simplified Chinese / English	Sets display language.
(Reset Icon)	Factory Reset	Cancel / Apply	Resets flash to factory default settings.
(Info Icon)	Device Info	/	Displays device model and firmware version.

Use a V100 on-camera as the sender unit and one or more V100 units off-camera as receiver units. Settings on the sender (Channel, Group, ID, Mode, Power/FEC) are automatically applied to receivers with matching Channel and ID.

Positioning: Place receiver units within approx. 100m of the sender. Transmission distance can vary based on positioning and environment.

Basic Setup:

1. Set the on-camera V100 to Sender mode.

2. Set the off-camera V100(s) to Receiver mode.

3. Set the same Channel and ID on both sender and receiver(s) using Wireless Settings.

4. Configure desired flash modes (TTL, M) and settings (FEC, Power) for each group on the sender unit interface.

Note: Always perform a test flash before shooting. Set the camera’s shooting mode to Fv/P/Tv/Av/M/B, not fully automatic or image zone modes.

Set as Sender Unit:

Touch Screen: Slide left-to-right for mode interface, tap “Sender”.

Buttons/Dial: Press power button for mode interface, rotate dial to “Sender”, press set.

Set as Receiver Unit:

Touch Screen: Slide left-to-right for mode interface, tap “Receiver”.

Buttons/Dial: Press power button for mode interface, rotate dial to “Receiver”, press set.

When ON, the sender unit flash fires as part of Group A. When OFF, it only sends wireless signals.

Touch Screen: Go to Menu -> “Sender Flash” -> Tap to toggle On/Off.

Buttons/Dial: Go to Menu -> Rotate dial to “Sender Flash”, press set -> Rotate dial to On/Off, press set -> Short press power button to return.

Note: Even if the sender flash firing is off, it still transmits wireless signals.

This uses TTL mode for automatic exposure control across wireless units.

Single Receiver Unit Setup:

1. Sender Unit Setting: Set the on-camera V100 to Sender mode.

2. Receiver Unit Setting: Set the off-camera V100 to Receiver mode.

3. Check Channel/ID: Ensure sender and receiver have the same Channel and ID (use Wireless Settings or Wireless Sync).

4. Position Flashes: Place the receiver unit within range (approx. 100m).

5. Set Flash Mode to TTL: On the sender unit interface, press and hold the group box for the receiver (e.g., A) until it shows TTL. Adjust FEC if needed.

6. (V100 C Only): Ensure sender unit’s flash is ON in the menu if you want it to fire as Group A.

7. Check Flash Ready: Verify the sender unit’s flash ready indicator is lit.

8. Check Flash Operation: Press the sender’s test button (< ⚡ >). The receiver unit should fire.

Multiple Receiver Units Setup:

Add more receiver units following steps 2, 3, and 4. Assign them to different groups (A/B/C/D/E) on the sender unit and set each group to TTL mode (step 5). Automatic control ensures all groups fire with appropriate output for standard exposure.

Notes: Pressing the camera’s depth-of-field preview button may fire a modeling flash (V100 C). If a receiver’s auto power off is active, press the sender’s test button to wake it. Test firing might not work during camera’s metering time.

Allows setting different manual power levels for each receiver group from the sender unit.

1. Set the on-camera V100 to Sender mode.

2. Set off-camera V100(s) to Receiver mode.

3. Set the same Channel and ID on sender and receiver(s).

4. On the sender interface, select each desired group and set its mode to M (Manual) by pressing and holding the group box.

5. Adjust the flash output (power level) for each group individually on the sender unit interface using the ‘-‘ / ‘+’ icons or dial.

6. Take the picture. Each receiver unit fires at its set power level.

Control Multi flash settings for receivers from the sender unit.

1. Set Sender to Wireless Multi Flash:

– Set the on-camera V100 to Sender mode.

– Access Other Functions (slide down/press power twice).

– Turn ON the “Multi” icon.

– Slide screen up to reveal Multi parameters.

2. Set Multi Parameters on Sender: Adjust Flash Output, Number of Flashes (Times), and Flash Frequency (Hz) as needed using touch or dial controls.

3. Set Receiver Unit(s): Set off-camera V100(s) to Receiver mode.

4. Set Wireless Channels/IDs: Ensure sender and receiver(s) have the same Channel and ID.

5. Turn On/Off Receiver Groups for Multi Flash: On the sender unit’s Multi interface, you can typically enable/disable which groups (A/B/C/D/E) participate in the Multi flash sequence (details may vary slightly by interface). The parameters set in step 2 apply to all active Multi groups.

Note: Parameters for receiver units in Multi mode are directly controlled by the sender unit when Channels and IDs match.

The sync cord jack is a Φ2.5mm plug input. Insert a compatible trigger plug connected to your camera or trigger system. The flash will fire synchronously when the trigger signal is received.

If your camera has a depth-of-field preview button, pressing it will fire the V100 continuously for 1 second (modeling flash). This helps visualize shadow effects and lighting balance. It works in normal or wireless flash shooting.

Note:

Avoid firing the modeling flash more than 10 consecutive times to prevent overheating; allow a 10-minute break if needed.

Modeling flash may not work with certain older Canon EOS cameras (e.g., EOS 300, Type-B).

V100 S, V100 F, and V100 O do not support this camera-triggered modeling flash.

Point the flash head towards a wall or ceiling instead of directly at the subject. The light bounces off the surface, creating softer, more natural-looking light with reduced harsh shadows behind the subject.

Setting Bounce Direction: Hold the flash head and tilt (-7° to 120° vertically) and/or swivel (0° to 330° horizontally) it to the desired angle.

Note:

If the bounce surface is too far, the light may be too weak, resulting in underexposure.

Use a plain, white surface for best results and neutral color. Colored surfaces will cause a color cast in the picture.

If the battery power is low, the battery icon < 🔋 > on the LCD panel will turn red. Please replace or recharge the battery immediately.

When attached to a compatible Canon EOS camera, you can control various flash settings via the camera’s menu screen under or .

1. Navigate to the camera’s flash control menu.

2. Select or .

3. Adjust available settings, which may include:

– Flash Firing: Enable/Disable

– E-TTL Balance: Ambience priority/Standard/Flash priority

– E-TTL II Metering: Evaluative (Face priority)/Evaluative/Average

– Continuous Flash Control: Every time / First time

– Flash Sync Speed in Av mode

– Flash Mode: E-TTL II / Manual / Multi

– Wireless Functions: Off / Radio transmission

– Zoom (Flash Coverage): Auto / Manual

– Shutter Sync: First-curtain / Second-curtain / High-speed

– Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC)

Notes:

Available settings depend on camera model and flash settings.

If FEC is set on the flash unit, it cannot be set via the camera menu (set flash FEC to zero first).

If settings conflict between camera and flash, the latest setting change takes effect.

Use [Clear settings] in the camera menu to reset flash C.Fn settings.

When V100 S is used with a camera featuring a global shutter image sensor, flash photography can sync across the camera’s entire shutter speed range, potentially offering more effective exposures than conventional HSS.

TTL Mode: Flash syncs properly at low and high shutter speeds. HSS flash duration is shorter (approx. 2-5ms) compared to non-global shutter cameras, allowing faster recycle times and more shots.

Manual (M) Mode with High Shutter Speeds (>1/600s): Instead of HSS (multi-pulse), you can use single-pulse flash by adjusting the flash timing (delay) via the camera menu to match the exposure time precisely. This provides a better flash index (guide number) for the same power compared to HSS.

Setting Flash Timing (ADJ):

1. On the compatible camera menu, navigate to: Exposure/Color -> Flash -> Flash Timing Setting -> On.

2. Set the desired flash timing delay (0 to 1000 microseconds). This value depends on the camera and flash combination (e.g., approx. 160µs wireless off, 560µs wireless on for V100S with A9MIII – requires testing for other combinations).

3. Set flash to M mode.

4. Set camera shutter speed (e.g., 1/80000s) and flash power (e.g., 1/256) for initial matching (higher requirements for faster speed/lower power).

5. Fine-tune the ADJ parameter for optimal exposure, especially if the initial shot is out of sync. Once matched, test under other shutter speeds.

Notes:

Brightness/color may vary at speeds >1/10000s.

The HSS icon may not display on the flash panel with global shutter cameras, regardless of sync setting.

Using a sync cord triggers traditional HSS, not global shutter sync, potentially reducing flash range.

To prevent overheating and damage to the flash head:

Do not fire more than 70 continuous flashes at 1/1 full power. Allow at least 10 minutes rest afterward.

If you fire more than 70 continuous flashes, or many flashes in short intervals, the internal protection may activate. Recycle time will increase to over 10 seconds. Allow about 10 minutes rest for the flash to return to normal.

When protection is active, an over-temperature icon < 🔥 > (representation may vary) is shown on the LCD.

Flashes triggering protection (Approximate):

Normal Mode

Flash Power	28mm	35mm	50mm	70mm	80mm	105mm
1/1	70	75	80	90	100	100
1/2	106	114	120	134	150	150
1/4	215	231	240	273	300	300
1/8	300	300	300	300	300	300
1/16	1200	1200	1200	1200	1200	1200
1/32	3500	3500	3500	3500	3500	3500
1/64	No Limit Assumed
1/128	No Limit Assumed
1/256	No Limit Assumed

HSS Mode

Power Output Level	Number of Flashes
1/1	60
1/2 (+0.1~+0.9)	70
1/4(+0.1~+0.9)	100
1/8(+0.1~+0.9)	No Limit Assumed
1/16(+0.1~+0.9)	No Limit Assumed
1/32(+0.1~+0.9)	No Limit Assumed
1/64(+0.1~+0.9)	No Limit Assumed
1/128(+0.1~+0.9)	No Limit Assumed
1/256(+0.1~+0.9)	No Limit Assumed

The system provides real-time protection prompts:

Display	Meaning
Error1	A failure occurred in the recycling system; the flash cannot fire. Restart the unit. If the problem persists, send it to a maintenance center.
Error3	The voltage on two outlets of the flash tube is too high. Send the product to a maintenance center.
Error5	Abnormalities detected in the flash circuit. Send the product to a maintenance center.
Error9	Errors occurred during the firmware upgrading process. Use the correct firmware upgrade method.

1. 2.4G Signal Interference: (e.g., wifi router, Bluetooth, wireless base station).

→ Solution: Adjust the channel (CH) setting on the flash trigger to a higher channel (add 10+ channels) that is not disturbed. Alternatively, turn off other nearby 2.4G devices.

2. Flash Not Recycled or Overheated: Check if the flash ready indicator is lit and ensure the flash isn’t overheated or experiencing other issues.

→ Solution: Lower the flash power output. If using TTL mode, try switching to M mode (as TTL involves a pre-flash).

3. Distance Too Close: Distance between trigger and flash is less than 0.5m.

→ Solution: Turn on the “close distance wireless mode” on your trigger:

– X1 Series: Press and hold the trigger button while turning on the device until the indicator blinks twice.

– Xpro and X2T Series: Set C.Fn-DIST to 0-30m.

– X3 Series: Set triggering distance to 0-30m.

4. Low Battery: Trigger or receiver flash has low battery power.

→ Solution: Replace batteries or charge the devices.

5. Old Flash Trigger Firmware:

→ Solution: Upgrade the flash trigger’s firmware following its instruction manual.

6. Old Camera Firmware:

→ Solution: Upgrade the camera’s firmware following its instruction manual.

Check if the camera flash is securely attached to the camera’s hot shoe. Re-attach it firmly.

Clean the electrical contacts on both the camera flash and the camera hot shoe.

Ensure the flash has fully recycled. Wait until the flash ready indicator lights up.

If the ready indicator is lit, but no ready symbol appears in the viewfinder, ensure the flash is securely attached to the hot shoe.

If the ready indicator doesn’t light up after a long wait, check the battery power. If low (red battery icon), replace or charge the battery.

If set to Wi-Off/Sender mode with Standby ON, the flash enters sleep mode after 90 seconds of inactivity. Press the shutter halfway or any flash button to wake it.

If set to Wi-Off/Sender mode with Standby OFF but Auto Off ON, the flash shuts down after 60 minutes (or 30/90 min) of inactivity. Restart the flash.

If set to Receiver mode with Auto Off ON, the flash shuts down after 60 minutes (or 30/90 min) of inactivity. Restart the flash. (Consider turning Auto Off OFF in the menu if using as a receiver for long periods).

Ensure the camera flash is securely attached to the camera’s mounting foot (hot shoe). Re-attach it firmly.

If using High-Speed Sync (HSS), the effective flash range is shorter. Ensure your subject is within the displayed effective range.

If using Manual (M) flash mode, the output might be set too low or too high. Switch to TTL mode for automatic exposure or carefully adjust the manual power output setting.

The focal length of the lens might exceed the flash coverage you have set (manually or automatically). Check the flash coverage setting. This flash unit has coverage between 28mm and 105mm, suitable for medium-format cameras. Ensure the set coverage matches or is wider than your lens’s focal length.

Firmware upgrades are supported via the USB-C port using a USB-C cable (sold separately).

You need the “Godox G3 V1.1 firmware upgrade software”. Download and install it first.

Download the specific firmware file for your V100 model from the official Godox website: https://www.godox.com/firmware-flash/

Connect the flash to your computer using the USB-C cable and follow the instructions provided with the G3 software and the latest electronic version of the instruction manual.

Based on tested Fujifilm models categorized as A, B, C:

Camera Type	TTL Flash			M Flash			HSS
	Front	Rear	HSS	Front	Rear	HSS
A	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
B	√	√		√			√
C	√	√	√	√	√	√	√

(√ = Supported, Blank = Not Supported/Applicable)

Note: Compatibility might vary for untested models.

Based on tested Fujifilm models categorized as A, B, C:

Camera Type	TTL Flash			M Flash			HSS
	Front	Rear	HSS	Front	Rear	HSS
A	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
B	√	√		√			√
C	√	√	—	√	—	—	√

(√ = Supported, Blank = Not Supported/Applicable, — = Not Applicable/Tested)

Note: Compatibility might vary for untested models.

Based on tested Fujifilm models categorized as A, B, C:

Camera Type	AF-assist Beam
A	√
B
C

(√ = Supported, Blank = Not Supported)

Important Fujifilm Notes:

X100T does not support Rear Curtain Sync, HSS, or AF-assist beam.

X-Pro1 and X-T10 do not support HSS or AF-assist beam. Front/Rear curtain sync is not adjustable in M manual flash mode for these models.

Note: Compatibility might vary for untested models. A self-test is recommended for other camera models.