Godox iM30 iFlash Camera Flash Instruction Manual
Important Safety Instructions
This product is a professional photographic equipment, to be operated by professional personnel only. The following basic safety precautions must be followed when using this product:
All transport protective materials and packaging on the product must be removed before use.
- Carefully read and fully understand the instruction manual before use and strictly follow the safety instructions. Failure to do so may result in death, serious injury, damage to the product, or other property damage.
- This product is a professional lighting fixture, children are prohibited from using it. Children must be closely supervised by adults when approaching the fixture, to prevent collisions with the fixture or unauthorized use that could cause personal injury.
- This is not an ordinary lighting fixture and must not be used for general illumination. Anyone with a history of eye damage or sensitivity should avoid using this fixture or looking directly at it.
- Extreme caution must be exercised when using it, do not touch high-temperature parts such as flash tubes to avoid burns.
- Do not point the flash directly at the eyes (especially baby's eyes) under any circumstances, as this could impair vision in a short time. Turn off immediately if discomfort occurs, stop using, and seek medical attention promptly.
- If the flash tube is damaged, stop using it immediately and contact the manufacturer, service agent, or qualified repair personnel for a replacement to prevent accidents.
- Do not use damaged equipment or accessories. Allow professional repair technicians to inspect and confirm normal operation before continuing use after repairs.
- Turn off power before connecting or disconnecting plugs from outlets. Ensure plugs are fully inserted when connecting.
- Stop using immediately if the product shell is cracked due to falling, squeezing, or strong impact, to avoid touching the internal electronic components and getting an electric shock.
- This device is not waterproof. Keep it dry and avoid immersing it in water or other liquids. It should be installed in a ventilated and dry location and avoid using in rainy, humid, dusty, or overheated environments. Do not place items above the device or allow liquids to flow into it to prevent danger.
- Do not disassemble without authorization. If the product malfunctions, it must be inspected and repaired by the company or authorized repair personnel.
- Before storing the device, ensure it has completely cooled down and the power cord is unplugged, then put it in the protective case or a ventilated dry location.
- Do not place the device near alcohol, gasoline, or other flammable volatile solvents or gases such as methane and ethane.
- Do not use or store this device in potentially explosive environments.
- Maintain at least 1 meter distance between the lamp head and the user, other people, and heat-sensitive or flammable items during and after use.
- Do not cover the heat dissipation port!
- Do not use accessories not been approved by the company, as this may cause fire, electric shock or personal injury.
- Clean gently with a dry cloth. Do not use a wet cloth as it may damage the device.
- This instruction manual is based on rigorous testing. Changes in design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Check official website for latest instruction manual and product updates.
- Use only specified charger and follow proper usage instructions for certain products with built-in lithium batteries, within the rated voltage and temperature range.
- The warranty period for this device as a whole is one year. Consumables (such as batteries), adapters, power cords, and other accessories are not covered by the warranty.
- Unauthorized repairs will void the warranty and will incur charges.
- Failures from improper operation is not covered under warranty.
Foreword
Thank you for purchasing!
iFlash camera flash iM30 combines the following abundant features: compact and portable, support M manual flash, 7 adjustable power steps, built-in two AAA batteries slots, convenient and simple operations. Last but not the least, legacy hot shoe at the bottom is compatible with various camera models by simply inserting in to achieve sync triggering.
Warning
⚠️ Always keep this product dry.
⚠️ Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes (especially those of babies) within short distances. Otherwise visual impairment may occur.
⚠️ Do not use the flash unit in the presence of flammable gases, chemicals and other similar materials. In certain circumstances, these materials may be sensitive to the strong light emitting from this flash unit and fire or electromagnetic interference may result.
⚠️ This product is not waterproof, do not use in rain or in damp conditions.
Name of Parts
The following diagram illustrates the parts of the iM30 camera flash:
1. Optical Sensor
2. Power Switch/Test Button
3. Optical S1 Indicator
4. Optical S2 Indicator
5. Optical Trigger Button
6. Power Adjust Dial
7. Flash Tube
8. 2.5mm Sync Hole
9. Battery Cover
10. Battery Slot
11. Hot Shoe
Note: When the optical S1 and S2 indicators flash at the same time, the device does not flash, it means that the device is in a low power state, please replace the battery.
Power Source
Open the battery cover, insert two AAA batteries (sold separately) properly into the positive and negative poles of battery slot, then close the battery cover along the slot.
Power Switch/Test Button
- Power On: Press and hold the button until it turns on green, the flash is switched on.
- Test: After powering on, the green light blinks to indicate that the flash is recycling, which cannot be tested. After a few seconds, the green light is constant on to indicate recycle done, then press the button once to fire a testing flash.
- Power Off: Press and hold the button until it turns off, the flash is switched off.
Optical Trigger Button
Press this button to switch among optical S1/ optical S2/turn off optical mode. S1 and S2 both have indicators, the indicator of which turned on means which optical trigger function is on, while indicator of which turned off means which optical trigger function is off.
Optical S1 Mode
When the optical S1 indicator S1 is on, the flash is in optical S1 mode, so that it can function as an optical S1 secondary flash with optical sensor in M manual flash mode. With this function, the flash will fire synchronously when the main flash fires, the same effect as that by the use of wireless triggers. This helps create multiple lighting effects.
Optical S2 Mode
When the optical S2 indicator S2 is on, the flash is in optical S2 mode, so that it can also function as an optical S2 secondary flash with optical sensor in TTL flash mode. This is useful when cameras have pre-flash function. With this function, the flash will ignore a single "preflash" from the main flash and will only fire in response to the second, actual flash from the main unit.
Power Adjust Dial
iM30 has 7 adjustable power steps: 1/64, 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and Full. You can adjust the desired power step by simply turning the power adjust dial according to the camera's aperture value, shooting distance and ISO value.
Practical Table
This table provides guidance on aperture values, shooting distances, and GN values.
| Shooting Distance (m) | Aperture Value | 2 | 2.8 | 4 | 5.6 | 8 | 11 | 16 |
| GN Value | 60 | 30 | 21.4 | 15 | 10.7 | 7.5 | 5.4 | 3.8 |
| 42.4 | 21.4 | 15 | 10.7 | 7.5 | 5.4 | 3.8 | 2.7 | |
| 30 | 15 | 10.7 | 7.5 | 5.4 | 3.8 | 2.7 | 1.9 | |
| 21.2 | 10.7 | 7.5 | 5.4 | 3.8 | 2.7 | 1.9 | 1.3 | |
| 15 | 7.5 | 5.4 | 3.8 | 2.7 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.9 | |
| 10.6 | 5.4 | 3.8 | 2.7 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | |
| 7.5 | 3.8 | 2.7 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | |
| 5.3 | 2.7 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | |
| 3.8 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | |
| 2.7 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 | |
| 1.9 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 | ||
| 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 |
This table shows flash power output based on ISO sensitivity.
| GN Value | ISO Value | 50 | 100 | 200 | 400 | 800 | 1600 |
| Flash Power | 1 | 10.6 | 15 | 21.2 | 30 | 42.4 | 60 |
| 1/2 | 7.5 | 10.6 | 15 | 21.2 | 30 | 42.4 | |
| 1/4 | 5.3 | 7.5 | 10.6 | 15 | 21.2 | 30 | |
| 1/8 | 3.8 | 5.3 | 7.5 | 10.6 | 15 | 21.2 | |
| 1/16 | 2.7 | 3.8 | 5.3 | 7.5 | 10.6 | 15 | |
| 1/32 | 1.9 | 2.7 | 3.8 | 5.3 | 7.5 | 10.6 | |
| 1/64 | 1.3 | 1.9 | 2.7 | 3.8 | 5.3 | 7.5 |
Technical Data
| Model | iM30 |
| Battery | Two AAA batteries (sold separately) |
| Guide Number (at Full Power) | ≈15 (ISO100, in meters) |
| Full Power Flashes | ≈230 (with chargeable battery) |
| Recycle Time (at Full Power) | ≈3.6s |
| Flash Power Steps | 7: 1/64 to Full |
| CCT | 6500K±200K |
| Optical Trigger | Optical S1 Flash/ Optical S2 Flash/Off |
| Working Environment Temperature | -10°C ~+50°C |
| Sync Trigger | Hot Shoe, Sync Cord |
| Dimension | ≈2.4"*2.05"*1.77" |
| Net Weight(without battery) | ≈78g |
Specifications and data may subject to changes without notice.
Declaration of Conformity
GODOX Photo Equipment Co,Ltd. hereby declares that This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of EU Directive 2014/35/EU. 2014/30/EU. They are allowed to be used in all EU member states.
For more information of DoC, Please click this web link: https://www.godox.com/eu-declaration-of-conformity/
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Product Warranty
This warranty card is an important certificate for applying for warranty service. Please cooperate with the seller to fill it out and keep it properly. Thank you!
| Product Information | Model | Product Barcode |
| User Information | Name | Contact Number |
| Communication Address | ||
| Seller Information | Name | Contact Number |
| Communication Address | Date of Sale | |
| Remarks |
Note: This table should be sealed by the seller.
Product Information
This document applies to the products listed in the "Product Warranty Information" (see instructions below). Other products or parts (such as promotional items, gifts, and parts added after leaving the factory) are not covered by this warranty.
Warranty Period
The warranty period for products and parts is implemented according to the relevant "Product Warranty Information". The warranty period is calculated from the date of the first purchase of the product. The purchase date is the date registered on the warranty card at the time of purchase.
How to Get Warranty Service
You can contact the product seller or authorized service agency directly, or call the Godox after-sales service hotline to contact us. Our service staff will arrange service for you. When applying for warranty, you should provide a valid warranty card to obtain warranty service. If you cannot provide a valid warranty card, we can still provide warranty service if we confirm that the product or part is within the warranty scope, but this is not our obligation.
Inapplicable Warranty Cases
The warranty and services under this document will not apply if the product has the following situations:
- The product or part has exceeded its warranty period.
- Faults or damage caused by incorrect or improper use, maintenance, or storage, such as improper handling; use not according to the product's intended use; improper plugging/unplugging of external equipment; falling or external force squeezing; contact with or exposure to inappropriate temperatures, solvents, acids, alkalis, water immersion, or humid environments.
- Faults or damage caused by installation, maintenance, modification, addition, or disassembly by non-Godox authorized institutions or personnel.
- The original identification information of the product or part has been modified, altered, or removed.
- No valid warranty card.
- Faults or damage caused by using illegally authorized, non-standard, or non-publicly released software.
- Faults or damage caused by force majeure or accidents.
- Other faults or damage not caused by the product's own quality issues.
In case of the above situations, you should seek solutions from the relevant responsible parties. Godox assumes no responsibility. Faults caused by parts, accessories, or software outside the warranty period or scope are not covered by the warranty. Normal discoloration, wear, and consumption during product use are not considered warranty faults.
Maintenance and Service Support Information
The warranty period and service types of products are implemented according to the following Product Maintenance Information:
| Product Type | Name | Maintenance Period(month) | Warranty Service Type |
| Parts | Circuit board | 12 | Customer sends the product to designated site |
| Battery | 3 | Customer sends the product to designated site | |
| Electrical parts e.g.battery charger, etc. | 3 | Customer sends the product to designated site | |
| Other Items | Flash tube, modeling lamp, lamp body, lamp cover, locking device, package, etc. | No | Without warranty |
Godox After-sale Service Call +86-755-29609320(8062)
Warranty
Dear customers, as this warranty card is an important certificate to apply for our maintenance service, please fill in the following form in coordination with the seller and safe-keep it. Thank you!
| Product Information | Model | Product Code Number |
| Customer Information | Name | Contact Number |
| Address | ||
| Seller Information | Name | Contact Number |
| Address | Date of Sale | |
| Note | Note: This form shall be sealed by the seller. |
Applicable Products
The document applies to the products listed on the Product Maintenance Information (see below for further information). Other products or accessories (e.g. promotional items, giveaways and additional accessories attached, etc.) are not included in this warranty scope.
Warranty Period
The warranty period of products and accessories is implemented according to the relevant Product Maintenance Information. The warranty period is calculated from the day (purchase date) when the product is bought for the first time, And the purchase date is considered as the date registered on the warranty card when buying the product.
How to Get the Maintenance Service
If maintenance service is needed, you can directly contact the product distributor or authorized service institutions. You can also contact the Godox after-sale service call and we will offer you service. When applying for maintenance service, you should provide a valid warranty card. If you cannot provide a valid warranty card, we may offer you maintenance service once confirmed that the product or accessory is involved in the maintenance scope, but that shall not be considered as our obligation.
Inapplicable Cases
The guarantee and service offered by this document are not applicable in the following cases:
- The product or accessory has expired its warranty period;
- Breakage or damage caused by inappropriate usage, maintenance or preservation, such as improper packing, improper usage, improper plugging in/out external equipment, falling off or squeezing by external force, contacting or exposing to the improper temperature, solvent, acid, base, flooding and damp environments, etc;
- Breakage or damage caused by non-authorized institution or staff in the process of installation, maintenance, alternation, addition and detachment;
- The original identifying information of product or accessory is modified, alternated, or removed;
- No valid warranty card;
- Breakage or damage caused by using illegally authorized, nonstandard or non-public released software;
- Breakage or damage caused by force majeure or accident;
- Breakage or damage that could not be attributed to the product itself.
Once met these situations above, you should seek solutions from the related responsible parties and Godox assumes no responsibility. The damage caused by parts, accessories and software that beyond the warranty period or scope is not included in our maintenance scope. The normal discoloration, abrasion and consumption are not the breakage within the maintenance scope.
