NEEWER Z2PRO-N i-TTL Speed Lite Flash Installation Guide

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NEEWER Z2PRO-N i-TTL Speed Lite Flash

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-PRODUCT

Specifications:

  • Maximum flash power: 76Ws
  • Dimming levels: 81 (1/1~1/256)
  • Battery: 3000mAh Li-polymer
  • Battery Autonomy: 600 flashes at full power
  • Recharge Time: 1.5 seconds
  • Quartz tube lifespan: Up to 100,000 flashes
  • Wireless Transmission: 2.4GHz

Product Usage Instructions

Power Management:
Ensure the battery is fully charged before use. To turn on the flash, press the Power ON-OFF button. To turn off, press and hold the same button.

Mount / Unmount Flash:
To mount the flash on your camera, align the hot shoe base with your camera’s hot shoe mount and slide the flash in until it clicks into place. To unmount, press the hot shoe fixing button and slide the flash out.

Flash Modes:

  • i-TTL Autoflash: Automatically adjusts flash exposure for varying lighting conditions.
  • Manual Frequency Flash Mode: Allows manual control of flash frequency.
  • HSS/Second Curtain Sync/FEC: Additional i-TTL functions for advanced photography.

Sync Triggering:
To trigger the flash, press the Test Flash Button or use a connected sync jack as needed.

Bounce Flash:
Adjust the flash head to bounce light off ceilings or walls for softer, more diffused lighting.

ZOOM:
Set the flash coverage by adjusting the zoom settings on the flash for different shooting scenarios.

Modeling Lamp:
Use the modeling lamp to preview lighting effects before taking a shot.

Firmware Upgrade:
To upgrade firmware, connect the flash to a computer using the Type-C USB port and follow the provided instructions.

Restore Factory Settings:
If needed, you can restore the flash to factory settings through the settings menu on the LCD panel.

Foreword

Thank you for your purchase of a NEEWER product.

Z2PRO-N is a i-TTL speedlite flash designed for Nikon cameras. With i-TTL auto flash, you will automatically get the accurate amount of flash exposure for variable lighting conditions, thereby improving your overall shooting experience. The following features set it apart from the competition:

  • Maximum flash power of 76Ws, 81 levels of dimming (1/1~1/256)
  • 3000mAh Li-polymer battery with an autonomy of 600 flashes at full power, 1.5 seconds fast recharge.
  • The upgraded quartz tube supports up to 100,000 flashes during its lifespan.
  • Supports i-TTL auto flash, which can be used as the master or slave unit of a wireless multi-lamp flash system – making shooting easier and faster.
  • LCD screen for an intuitive display and easy operation.
  • Built-in 2.4GHz wireless transmission, Integrated transmitter and receiver with a large radius.
  • Supports manual frequency flash mode, HSS/second curtain sync /FEC and other i-TTL functions.
  • Stable output, High speed continuous flash and color temperature with good even lighting.
  • Firmware will be upgraded as the camera is updated.

Precautions

  1. Always keep this product dry.
  2. Keep this product out of reach of children.
  3. Do not disassemble or modify the product.
  4. Do not subject to any form of physical shock. The product shouldn’t be exposed to fire or an environment where the temperature exceeds 50 degrees.
  5. Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes which could result in visual impairment.
  6. Do not use the product near chemicals, flammable gases or other volatile substances which may cause fire or electromagnetic interference.
  7. Do not use in the rain or in damp conditions.
  8. Turn off the product immediately, if it appears to be operating abnormally, and try to troubleshoot the likely cause.
  9. Failure to comply with the recommendations and warnings listed in the manual will invalidate the warranty.

Package Contents

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (1)

Name of components

Flash Body

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  1. Lithium Battery
  2. Battery Release Button
  3. Hot Shoe Base
  4. Flash Head
  5. Wireless Sensor
  6. Modeling Lamp
  7. Focus Assist Lamp

Control Panel

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (3)

  1. <TCM> One-touch Switching
  2. Type-C USB Upgrade Port
  3. Sync Jack
  4. <MODE> Mode Selection/Lock Button
  5. <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (4)>Test Flash Button/Recycling Indicator
  6. Hot Shoe Fixing Button
  7. Display
  8. Function Button 1
  9. Function Button 2
  10. Function Button 3
  11. Function Button 4
  12. <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (5)>Wireless Button
  13. <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (6)>Modeling Lamp
  14. Power ON-OFF/Setting Button
  15. Adjustment Knob

The USB Type-C port is exclusively intended for flash firmware upgrades and is not designed for charging purposes.

LCD Panel

  1. i-TTL AutoflashNEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (7)
  2. M Manual FlashNEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (8)
  3. RPT FlashNEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (9)
  4. Wireless Transmission Shooting
    1. Transmitter UnitNEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (10)
    2. RX unit

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (11)

Battery

Features

  1. This flash unit uses Li-ion polymer battery which boasts a long service life and can be charged / discharged up to 500 times.
  2. Safe and reliable, the built-in circuit protects against overcharge, overdischarge, overcurrent, and short circuit.

Caution

  1. Do not short circuit.
  2. Do not immerse the battery in water.
  3. Keep the battery out of reach of children.
  4. Do not exceed 24 hours of continuous charging.
  5. Store the battery in a dry, cool and ventilated environment.
  6. Do not place the battery near or in a fire.
  7. Dead batteries should be disposed according to local regulations.
  8. If the battery isn’t to be used for some time, please ensure it is charged at least every 3 months.

Inserting and Removing the Battery

  1. Removing the battery
    Slide the button in the direction shown to remove the battery.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (12)
  2. Inserting the battery Insert the lithium battery into the battery compartment in the direction indicated by the battery until the fastener snaps into place.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (13)

Battery Level Indicator
Make sure the battery is securely inserted in the flash. Check the battery level indication on the LCD panel to see the remaining battery level.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (14)

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Power Management

Use ON/OFF Power Switch to power the flash unit on or off. Please turn off the power if the flash won’t be used for a long period. When setting as a transmitter (TX) flash, the flash will turn the power
off automatically after a certain period (approx. 90 seconds) of inactivity. Pressing the camera shutter halfway or pressing any flash button will wake up the flash unit. When setting as a receiver (RX) flash, it will enter sleep mode after a certain period (adjustable, 60 minutes by default) of idle use. Pressing any flash button will reactivate device.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (15)

Press and hold the power button for 2s to turn the flash on/off.

Note:

  1. When used off the camera, it is recommended that you customize the function to disable “automatic power off “.
  2. Receiver Auto Power Off Timer is set to 60 minutes by default. A 30 minute timer can also be applied.

Mount / Unmount flash

  1. Mount the Camera Flash
    Turn the locking ring to the left to fully insert the camera’s hot shoe.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (16)
  2. Secure the Camera Flash
    Rotate the locking ring to the right until secure.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (17)
  3. Unmount the Camera Flash.
    Press the button and rotate the hotshoe locking ring to the left to loosen.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (18)

Flash Mode: i-TTL Autoflash

The flash had three flash modes: auto flash(i-TTL), manual flash(M), and stroboscopic flash (RPT). When used in i-TTL mode, the flash will use your camera’s metering system to read the light exposure from the subject and automatically adjust flash output to get even exposure of the subject and background. It features flash exposure compensation, high-speed sync, second-curtain shutter sync, etc.

Press < MODE > Mode Selection Button. The three flash modes will display on the LCD panel in a cycle.

  1. i-TTL Mode
    Press < MODE > Mode Selection Button to enter i-TTL mode.
    1. Press the camera release button halfway to focus.
    2. A pre-flash is fired moments before the shutter is released, and the flash receives camera information for the main flash.
  2. FEC(Flash Exposure Compensation)
    In FEC mode, the flash can adjust flash exposure compensation in 1/3-stop increments between ±3 stops. This feature is useful when the i-TTL system needs to be fine-tuned to accommodate the shooting environment.
    Set the flash exposure compensation amount.
    1. Turn the Select Dial to set the amount.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (19)
    2. “0.3” indicates 1/3 step, “0.7” indicates 2/3 step.
    3. To cancel the flash exposure compensation, set the amount to “0.0”.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (20)
  3. HSS: High Speed Sync
    High Speed Sync (FP flash) enables the flash to synchronize with all camera shutter speeds. This is convenient when you want to use aperture priority for fill-flash portraits.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (21)
    Select High Speed Sync “NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (22)”
    1. Set the Flash Sync Speed of your Nikon camera to 1/320s(Auto FP) or 1/250s(Auto FP). Half press the camera shutter, and the HSS symbol <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (22)> will appear on the flash display to indicate that flash high speed sync is enabled.
    2. Rotate the camera dial to set shutter speed to 1/250s or higher.
    3. Please ensure the FP high speed sync has been activated by checking the shutter speed on camera viewfinder. If the camera shutter speed is set at 1/250s or higher, then high speed sync has been successfully enabled.
      • If you have set the Flash Sync Speed to 1/320s(Auto FP) or 1/250s (Auto FP) on a Nikon camera, rotate the camera dial with the shutter speed configured at 1/250s or above, The <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (22)> icon will appear on the flash screen.
      • With high-speed sync, the faster the shutter speed, the shorter the effective flash range.
      • If the Flash Sync Speed of your Nikon camera is set as OFF (Auto FP),then the <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (22)> symbol won’t appear on flash display when the camera shutter is half pressed.
      • RPT flash mode cannot be set in high-speed sync mode.
      • Over-temperature protection may be activated after 30 consecutive high-speed sync flashes.
  4. Second-Curtain Sync
    With a slow shutter speed, you can create a trail of light following the subject. The flash fires right before the shutter closes.
    • Select REAR flash mode on your Nikon camera to enable rear-curtain flash sync.

M: Manual Flash

The flash output is adjustable from 1/1 full power to 1/256th power in 1/10th stop increments.

To obtain a correct flash exposure, use a hand-held flash meter to determine the required flash output.

  1. Press <MODE> button so that <M> is displayed.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (23)
  2. Turn the Select Dial to set the flash output rating.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (24)

Press function button 2 to adjust the S1/S2 mode

  • S1 Optical control unit setting
    In M manual flash mode, the S1 function can be used and the flash unit can function as an optical secondary flash. It will fire synchronously when the main flash fires, the same effect as that obtained by the use of radio triggers. This helps the photographer create multiple lighting effects.
  • S2 Optical control unit setting
    In M manual flash mode, the S2 function can be used and the flash unit can function as an optical S2 secondary flash. In this mode, it will ignore the pre-flash emitted by the TTL flash and will only fire in response to the second flash from the main unit.

Note: S1 and S2 optical triggering is only available in M manual flash mode.

RPT: Stroboscopic Flash

The term stroboscopic flash relates to a rapid series of flashes being fired. It can be used to capture multiple images of a moving subject in a single photograph.

You can set the firing frequency (number of flashes per sec. expressed as Hz), the number of flashes, and the flash output.

  1. Press the <MODE> button so that <RPT > displays.
  2. Set the flash frequency and the number of flashes.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (25)

  1. Press the Function Button 2 <Times> to select the number of flashes. Turn the Select Dial to set the value.
  2. Press the Function Button 3 <Hz> to select the flash frequency. Turn the Select Dial to set the value.
  3. Turn the adjustment knob to set the flash output power.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (26)

Calculating the Shutter Speed:
During a stroboscopic flash, the shutter remains open until the firing stops. Use the formula below to calculate the shutter speed and set it with the camera.

Number of Flashes / Flash Frequency = Shutter Speed

For example, if the number of flashes is 10 and the firing frequency is 5 Hz, the shutter speed should be at least 2 seconds.

  • To avoid overheating and deterioration of the flash head, do not use the stroboscopic flash more than 10 times in succession. After 10 times, allow the camera flash to rest for at least 15 minutes. If you try to use the stroboscopic flash more than 10 times in succession, the flash may stop flashing automatically. This is to protect the flash head. Should this happen, please allow the camera to rest for 15 minutes.
  • Stroboscopic flash is most effective with a highly reflective subject against a dark background.
  • It is recommended to use a tripod and a remote control.
  • A flash output of 1/1 and 1/2 cannot be set for stroboscopic flash mode..
  • Stroboscopic flashes can be used with the“ buLb” function.
  • If the flash count is displayed as –, the flash will fire continuously until the shutter release or the battery is exhausted. The number of flashes will be limited as shown in the table below.

RPT: Stroboscopic Flash

Maximum number of strobe flashes

Foluatsphut       Hz 1 2 3 4 5 6-7 8-9
1/4 8 6 4 3 3 2 2
1/8 14 14 12 10 8 6 5
1/16 30 30 30 20 20 20 10
1/32 60 60 60 50 50 40 30
1/64 90 90 90 80 80 70 60
1/128 100 100 100 100 100 90 80
1/256 100 100 100 100 100 90 80
Foluatsphut        Hz 10 11 12-14 15-19 20-50 60-199
1/4 2 2 2 2 2 2
1/8 4 4 4 4 4 4
1/16 8 8 8 8 8 8
1/32 20 20 20 18 16 12
1/64 50 40 40 35 30 20
1/128 70 70 60 50 40 40
1/256 70 70 60 50 40 40

Wireless Flash Shooting: Wireless (2.4G) Transmission

When the Z2PRO-N is set as a TX flash unit, it supports operation in 4 flash modes: i-TTL/M/RPT/OFF.

Positioning and Operation Range (Example of wireless flash shooting):

Autoflash Shooting with One Receiver Unit

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (27)

  • Use the supplied mini stand to position the Receiver unit.
  • Perform a test flash and test shot before shooting.
  • The transmission distance might be shorter depending on the conditions such as the positioning of the Receiver units, the surrounding environment and weather conditions.

Wireless Multiple Flash Shooting

You can split the RX unit into two or three groups and shoot i-TTL Auto Flash while changing the flash ratio (focus). In addition,each flash group (up to 5 groups) can be set and shot with different flash modes.

  1. Auto flash shooting with two RX groups.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (28)
  2. Auto flash Shooting with three RX groups

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (29)

Wireless Settings

You can switch between normal flash and wireless flash. For normal flash, be sure to set wireless Settings to “off”.

Transmitter (TX) Unit Setting

  1. Press the <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (31)> wireless setting button and turn the adjustment knob to select TX.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (30)
  2. Press the Setup button to confirm. The screen will display the symbols <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (33)> and <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (34)>.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (32)

Receiver (RX) Unit Setting

  1. Press the <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (31)> wireless setting button and turn the adjustment knob to select RX.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (35)
  2. Press the Setup button to confirm. The screen will display the symbols <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (33)> and <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (37)>.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (36)

Flash Group Mode Selection

  1. Press function key 2 <GR> to select group M/A/B/C.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (38)
  2. Press function key 3 <MODE> again to toggle between TTL /M/–. Choose your preferred mode as the flash setting for the TX unit.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (39)
  3. Use the MODE button to switch to RPT mode.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (40)

Setting the communication channel

If there is more than one wireless flash system nearby, you can change the communication channel to prevent signal interference.
Ensure that the channel of the transmitter and receiver units are matching.

  1. Long press function button 1 <ZM/Fn> to enter custom CH settings.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (41)
  2. In Custom CH settings screen,turn the Select Dial to choose a channel from 01 to 32.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (42)
    • After setting, press function button 1 to exit

Wireless ID Settings

In addition to changing the wireless communication channel to avoid signal interference, you can also change the wireless ID to prevent interference. Set the channel and the wireless ID of the transmitter unit and the receiver unit to the same values. Go to C.Fn ID and choose wireless ID from 01 to 99. Select OFF to disable the wireless ID.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (43)

  • After setting, press function button 1 to exit.

Scan for a free, unused channel

To avoid the issue of interference by using the same channel(s) already in use by others, use this function: enter the C.Fn settings and find the SCAN option. When setting it to START, it will scan from 1% to 100%. The 10 spare channels will be displayed after the scan is completed.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (44)

  • After setting, press function button 1 to exit.

Built in 2.4G Wireless Q and X Systems

This flash features a built in 2.4G wireless Q system, and can be used as a master/slave unit, compatible with the NEEWER QPRO-N TTL transmitter (not included). In addition, it also supports the 2.4G wireless X system. Enter the custom menu and enable “RX COMPAT”,and it can only be used as a slave unit, compatible with Godox Xpro/ X3/X2 transmitters and other X system master lights.

Note: The Q and X systems cannot be used simultaneously.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (45)

  • After setting, press function button 1 to exit.

i-TTL: Automatic wireless flash photography

Note: The transmitter (TX) unit and the receiver (RX) unit must have the same wireless ID, channel and group before the flashes can be fired wirelessly.

Using Automatic Wireless Flash with a Single Receiver Uni

TX Control Unit:

  1. Press Function Button 2 < GR > to select the group,and then press Function Button 3 <MODE> to choose the TTL option.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (46)
  2. Rotate knob to set exposure compensation for selected group.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (47)
    RX Unit

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (48)

  1. Transmitter Unit Setting
    Set the Z2PRO-N flash mounted on camera as the TX unit.
    (Page 15) The M/A/B/C groups all support TTL.
  2. Receiver Unit Setting
    Set the Z2PRO-N to be controlled wirelessly as a RX unit. Choose from groups A/B/C/D/E.
  3. Receiver Unit Setting
    Set the TX unit and the RX unit to the same channel.
  4. Position the camera and flashes.
    Position the TX and the RX unit at close range as shown
  5. Check if the flash is ready.
    Check that the Transmitter flash ready indicator is lit.
  6. Check the flash operation.
    1. Press the Transmitter unit’s Test Button <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (4)>.
    2. The Receiver unit should then flash. If it doesn’t, check the receiver is placed within the operating range.

Using Automatic Wireless Flash with Multiple Receiver (RX) Units
When a larger flash output is required, you can increase the number of RX units and flash them as a single flash.
To add receiver (RX) units, use the same steps as setting “automatic wireless flash with a single Receiver unit ” . Any flash group can be set (A/B/C/D/E).

When the number of RX units is increased or the TX flash is setto ON,automatic control ensures that all flashes fire at the same flash output so that the total flash output meets the standard exposure.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (49)

  • If the auto power off of the RX unit has kicked in, press the test button on the TX unit to trigger a flash button enables the RX unit. Please note that the flash cannot be tested during the camera’s metering time.
  • You can change the delay setting for when the RX flash unit automatically enters sleep mode (C.Fn-RX STBY/Page 24).
    Using a fully automatic wireless flash
    The flash exposure compensation (FEC) and other settings set on the TX unit are also set automatically in the RX unit.
    Operation of the RX unit is not required. The following settings can be used for shooting with no line flash in the same way as for normal flash shooting.
  • Flash Exposure Compensation (Page 09)

About Transmitter Unit
Two or more TX units can be used. By configuring multiple cameras with TX units, you can change the cameras used for shooting while maintaining the same lighting (RX units).

M: Manual Wireless Flash Shooting
Shooting with manual flash with no line (multi-flash) allows you to set different flash outputs for each RX unit (flash group) for shooting. All parameters need to be set on the TX control unit.

  1. Press Function Button 2 <GR> to select the group,and then press Function Button 3 <MODE> to choose the M option.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (50)
  2. Rotate the adjustment knob to adjust the flash output for the flash group, and press the Setting button to confirm.
  3. Taking pictures. Each group fired at the set flash ratio.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (51)

Setting <M> Flash Mode
You can directly operate the Receiver unit to manually set the manual flash or stroboscopic flash.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (52)

  1. Setting the Receiver unit.
  2. Setting flash mode to <M>.
    1. Press <MODE> button so that <M> displays.
    2. Set the manual flash output.

RPT: Wireless Flash Shooting with Manual Flash

To set the <RPT> strobe mode.

  1. In the main control screen mode, press the <MODE> mode selection button to display <RPT>.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (53)
  2. Set the strobe flash setting in the main control screen mode.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (54)

In receiver unit mode, press the <MODE> button to display <RPT>.

 

Troubleshooting

2.4G wireless flash misfiring

  1. Interference of the 2.4g signal resulting from external factors (such as a wireless hub, 2.4G Wi-Fi routing, Bluetooth equipmenetc.)
    • Please adjust the channel CH setting of the transmitter(+10 is recommended) to find a channel without interference, or turn off other 2.4G devices in close proximity whilst working.
  2. Please ensure that the flash is fully recycled, the flash ready indicator is on and that the overheat protection feature hasn’t been triggered.
    • Please lower the flash setting by changing to manual mode (M)
      If the device is in i-TTL mode, you need to fire a preflash)
  3. Please check whether the flash detector and the receiving device are running low on power
    • Please replace the batteries (1.5V disposable alkaline batteries are recommended for the flash receiver battery)

Other Applications

  1. Sync Triggering
  2. Auto Focus Assist Beam
    The Sync Cord Jack is a Φ2.5mm connector. Insert a trigger plug here and the flash will be fired in sync with the camera shutter.
    In low-brightness or low-contrast shooting situations, the flash’s built-in autofocus assist lamp turns on to make autofocusing easier.
    When focusing is difficult, the red autofocus assist light comes on.
    To turn off the autofocus function, set “AF” to “OFF” in C.Fn.
    • If the user finds that the assisted focus light is not on when using it, it is because the camera is already accurately focused.
Position Operating range
Center 0.6-10m / 2.0-32.8 feet
Periphery 0.6-5m / 2.0-16.4 feet

TCM – One key switching i-TTL/M mode:

Utilize i-TTL auto mode for quick metering while retaining metering data, and seamlessly switch to manual mode for precise adjustments.

Toggle the TCM button to ‘M’ for one-touch switching.

Bounce Flash

By pointing the flash head toward a wall or ceiling, the flash will bounce off the surface before illuminating the subject. This can soften shadows behind the subject for a more natural-looking shot. This is commonly known as a ‘bounce flash’.

Position the flash head to set the bounce direction.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (56)

  • If the wall or ceiling is too far away, the bounced flash might be too weak and result in underexposure
  • The wall or ceiling should be a plain, white color for high reflectance. If the bounce surface isn’t white it will result in “off color” photos.

ZOOM: Set the flash coverage
The flash coverage can be set automatically or manually. It can be set to match the lens focal length from 28mm to 105mm. In auto zoom, the focal length changes with the camera’s zoom lens to provide the best flash effect.

When performing a manual zoom, short press function button 1 <ZM/Fn>.

  1. Turn the Select Dial to change the flash coverage.
  2. If is displayed, the flash coverage will be set automatically.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (57)

If you set the flash coverage manually, make sure it covers the lens focal length so that the picture will not have a dark periphery.

Modeling Lamp

Switching on the Modeling Lamp

  1. Short press the modeling lamp button <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (6)>.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (58)
  2. Rotate the adjustment knob to set the modeling lamp brightness level from 01 to 10.
  3. Short press the < > button to confirm the selection.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (59)
    • Long press the styling light button<NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (6)>, then rotate the adjustment knob to switch between styling lights<NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (60)> and styling lights <NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (61)>

Modeling Flash
If your camera has a depth-of-field preview button, pressing it activates a 1-second continuous flash, known as modeling flash.
This feature helps you observe the effect of the light and shadow on your subject and evaluate the illumination balance, whether you’re using wireless or standard flash

  • Avoid triggering the modeling flash more than 10 times in quick succession. If you’ve performed 10 consecutive modeling flashes,please allow the flash to cool down for at least 10 minutes to prevent overheating or damage to the flash head.

C.Fn: Setting Custom Functions

  1.  Long press the function button 1 <ZM/Fn> to access the customized menu.
  2. Rotate the adjustment knob to choose a parameter.
  3. Press the Setting button to enter the parameter adjustment mode.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (62)
  4. Rotate the adjustment knob to modify the parameter.
  5. Press the Setting button again to confirm the parameter.
  6. Short press function button 1 to exit.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (63)

Use the Customize function to complete settings according to the following chart.

FCuunscttoiomn Symbols Function Setting No. ISnestrUucptiaonnds
AF AF-assist beam ON on

off

OFF  
STBY Auto sleep setting ON on
OFF off
RX STBY pRoewcervoeffr atiumtoer 60min 60min
30min 30min
OFF off
BEEP Beeper ON on
OFF off
SCAN idleSccahnanfonrels OFF off
START Stiadrltescehaarcnhnefol r
CH Channel setting 01~32 Choforosema0c1h-3a2nnel
ID Wireless ID OFF off
01-99 Choforosema0n1y-fi99gure
DIST Flash distance 1-100M 1-100M flash
0-10M 0-10M flash
RX AF recycRliXngmiondicator OFF off
ON on
COMRXPAT 2.4G Wireless X System OFF off
ON on
LMIOGHDTE Modeling Lamp   Top Modeling Lamp
  Bottom Modeling Lamp
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Modeling light

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Protection Function

Over-Temperature Protection

  1. To prevent the flash head from deteriorating and overheating, it is recommended not to fire more than 100 continuous flashes in fast succession at 1/1 full power. After 100 continuous flashes, pause the use of the flash for at least 10 minutes.
  2. If you fire more than 100 continuous flashes and then fire more flashes in short intervals, the inner over-temperature protection function may be activated. The recycling time will be longer (over 10s). If this occurs, the use of the device should be paused for at least 10 minutes for the flash unit to operate as normal.

Number of flashes that will activate over-temperature protection:

Power Number of Flashes
1/1 100
1/2 150
1/4 300
1/8 300
1/16 1100
1/32  

3500

1/64
1/128
1/256

Other Safety Functions

  • The system provides real-time protection to secure the device and your safety. The following lists prompts for your reference:

 

Technical Data

Model Z2PRO-N
Compatible Cameras Nikon Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera (i-TTL auto flash)
Power(1/1 output) 76Ws
 

Flash Coverage

28 -105 mm
Auto zoom 、Manual zoom
0 Stow3in3g0i°nhgo/triilztoinngtafllalyshanhdea-7d°(tboo1u2n0c°evfleartsihca):lly
Flash Duration 1/180 to 1/20000 seconds
Exposure Control
Exposure control system i-TTL autoflash and manual flash
Fcolamshpenxpsaotsiuorne(FEC) M(Maannuuaal.l FEBC:a±nd3 sFtEoBpscai n 1b/e3csotompbiinncerde.m) ents High-speed        (up to 1/8000 seconds),
Sync mode first-curtain sync, and second-curtain sync
RPT flash Autonomy(up to 100 times, 199Hz)
Wireless flash (radio 2.4G transmission)
Wireless flash function Transmitter, Receiver, Off
Transmitter groups M, A, B, C
Cgroonutprosllable Receiver Ase, rBie, sC,flDas, hE t(ErigggroeruapvcaailnableecoonnNtreoellwederb.cyoQmP)RO
Transmission range (approx.) 100m
Channels 32 Groups:01~32
ID 01~99
Frequency Range 2412.75MHz-2464.25MHz
Maximum radio-frequency power 5.30dBm
Modeling Flash Using the camera’s depth-of-field preview button
Auto Focus Assist Beam
Effective range (approx.) Center: 0.6~10m / Periphery: 0.6~5m
Power source
Built-in Li-ion battery 7.2V/3000mAh Li-ion battery
Recycle time Awpilpl lriogxh1t .u5psewchoenndtsh. eRefldasLhEDis irnedaidcya.tor
iNnufmulbl peor wofeflrash Approx. 600
Energy-saving AiduletooPpoewraetrioonff. (a6f0temr ainpuptreosx.if9s0est eacsoRnedcseoivfer)
Sync Triggering Mode Hotshoe, 2.5mm sync line
Modeling Lamp

Power                                                    2W

   
Color Temperature 3300K±200K
Dimensions
Volume 76*76*206 mm
Net weight without battery 460g
Weight with battery 580g
Operating Temperature 0℃ ~ 40℃

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with the device, please refer to this

  1. Troubleshooting Guide.
    1. The Camera Flash does not fire
      • The camera flash is not attached securely to the camera.
        • Attach the hot shoe base mount of the flash securely to the camera.
    2. The electrical contacts of the camera flash and camera are dirty.
      • Clean the contacts.
  2. Auto power off
    1. After 90 seconds of idle operation, auto power off will have activated if the flash is set as Transmitter (Master).
      *Press the shutter button halfway or press any flash button to wake up.
    2. After 60 minutes (or 30 minutes) of idle operation, the flash unit will enter sleep mode if it is set as Receiver (Slave).
      *Press any flash button to wake up.
  3. Auto zoom does not work.
    The camera flash is not attached securely to the camera.
    • Attach the camera flash’s mounting base to the camera.
  4. The flash exposure is underexposed or overexposed.
    1. There was a highly reflective object (e.g. glass window) in the picture.
      →Use FE lock (FEL).
    2. You used high-speed sync.
      →With high-speed sync, the effective flash range will be shorter.
      Make sure the subject is within the effective flash range displayed.
    3. Use Manual Flash mode.
      →Set the flash mode to i-TTL or modify the flash output.
  5. Photos have dark corners or only parts of the target subject are illuminated.
    The focal length of lens exceeds the flash coverage.
    →Check the focal length that has been set. This flash unit has the flash coverage between 28 and 105mm, which fits mediumformat cameras.

Firmware upgrade

The firmware of this product can be upgraded through the USB port. The latest software announcements and instructions will be published on the official website.

  • This product does not come with a USB cable for the firmware upgrade. Please purchase separately. The USB port of this product is a Type-C port. Please use only a USB Type-C cable.
  • Upgrading the firmware requires Neewer Firmware software support. Please download and install “Neewer Firmware Update”, and then select the corresponding firmware file before updating.
  • As the product is undergoing a firmware upgrade, please refer to the latest electronic version of the manual.

Restore factory settings

Press and hold both Function buttons 2 and 3 simultaneously.NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (64)

  1. “RESET” will appear on the screen to indicate that the factory settings have been restored.

NEEWER-Z2PRO-N-i-TTL-Speed-Lite-Flash-FIG- (65)

Compatible Cameras

This camera is compatible with the following models of Nikon digital single mirror reflex camera series:

D4、D5、D60、D70S、D90、D100、D200、D300S、 D300、D500、D610、D700、D750、D780、D800、 D810、D850、D3100、D3200、D3300、D3400、 D3500、D5000、D5100、D5200、D5300、D5600、 D7000、D7100、D7200、D7500、Z5、Z6、Z6ii、 Z30、Z9、Z8、Z7ii、Z7、Z50

Note: This table only lists the camera models that have been tested at present, and does not cover all Nikon series cameras. Other camera models can be tested by users.

FAQ

Q: Can this flash be used with cameras other than Nikon?
A: This flash is specifically designed for Nikon cameras and may not be fully compatible with other camera brands.

Q: How do I adjust flash exposure compensation?
A: You can adjust flash exposure compensation through the settings menu on the LCD panel by navigating to the appropriate function button.

Documents / Resources

PDF thumbnailZ2PRO-N i-TTL Speed Lite Flash
Installation Guide · Z2PRO-N i-TTL Speed Lite Flash, Z2PRO-N, i-TTL Speed Lite Flash, Speed Lite Flash, Lite Flash

References

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