Godox iM30 Mini Flash Instruction Manual

Introducció

The Godox iM30 Mini Flash is a compact and user-friendly speedlite designed to provide bright, natural fill light for various photography environments. Its portable design and adjustable power levels make it suitable for diverse shooting scenarios. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your iM30 Mini Flash.

Image: The Godox iM30 Mini Flash with its included diffuser attached, showcasing el seu disseny compacte.

Què hi ha a la caixa

Verifiqueu que tots els elements siguin presents al vostre paquet:

• Godox IM30 Mini Flash (1 unit)
• Diffuser Protection Cover Set for Godox im30 (1 set)

Image: The Godox iM30 Mini Flash, diffuser, and storage bag as packaged.

Configuració

1. Instal·lació de la bateria: The iM30 Mini Flash requires two AAA batteries (not included). Open the battery compartment, insert the batteries according to the polarity indicators, and close the compartment securely.
2. Muntatge a la càmera: The iM30 features a single-contact hot shoe design. Slide the flash onto your camera's hot shoe until it clicks into place. Ensure it is firmly seated.
3. Fixació del difusor: The included diffuser protection cover can be slid over the flash head to soften the light output and protect the flash unit.

Image: The iM30 Mini Flash securely mounted on a camera's hot shoe.

Image: The compact size of the iM30 Mini Flash, shown fitting into a pocket.

Instruccions de funcionament

1. Encès/apagat: Premeu i manteniu premut el botó d'engegada per activar o desactivar el flaix.
2. Ajust dels nivells de potència: The iM30 offers seven adjustable power levels, from 1/64 to 1/1 (Full power). Rotate the dial on the flash unit to select the desired power output.
3. Optical Slave Modes (S1/S2): The flash supports S1 and S2 optical slave modes. These modes allow the iM30 to be triggered by another flash unit.
   • Mode S1: The iM30 will fire in response to the first flash from a master flash. This is suitable for manual flash or TTL flash systems that do not pre-flash.
   • Mode S2: The iM30 will ignore the pre-flash from a master flash and fire in response to the main flash. This is useful for TTL flash systems that emit a pre-flash.

Image: Close-up of the iM30 Mini Flash showing the power adjustment dial and S1/S2 mode buttons.

Compatibilitat

The Godox iM30 Mini Flash is designed with a single-contact hot shoe, making it compatible with most cameras featuring a standard hot shoe. Below is a list of compatible camera brands and models:

• Sony: A7III, A7IV, A7R5, A7RIII, A7RIV, A9, A7RII/V4.0, A7R, A6400, RX10, ZV-1, ZV-E10
• Cànon: 5DIII, 5DIV, 70D, 80D, 1DX, 850D, 760D, 5DII, 7DII, 6DII, 6D, 800D, 90D, 600D, 7D, M5, M3, EOS RP, EOS R, R5, 60D
• Nikon: D800, D780, D85, D4, D500, D610, D750, D700, D300S, D3300, D3100, D5300, D5200, D5000, Z7II, Z6, Z8, ZFC, D200, D60, D5100, D7500, D7100
• Fujifilm: X-Pro2, X-T20, X-T2, X-T1, GFX50s, GFX50R, X-T30, X-T4, X-T3, X-Pro1, X-T10, X-E1, X-T5
• Olympus & Panasonic: GH4, LX100, GF1, G85, GX85, FZ2500GX, S1R, GH5, G7, E-M1, PRN-F, E-M10II, E-M10III, E-PL8, E-P5, E-M5I
• Pentax & Leica: K-3II, 645Z, KP, K-70, K-S2, K-1, K50, SL1, M10, Q2, TYP601, CL, SL2

Note: The Godox iM30 is NOT COMPATIBLE with cameras lacking a single-contact hot shoe, such as the Sony ZV-1F, A9III, A99, A77, A350, Canon EOS Rebel SL3, 250D, T7, 1500D, 2000D, T100, 3000D, 4000D, 200DII, R7, R6, R6II, R8, R10, R50, Fuji X-A3, X100F, X100T. Verify your camera's hot shoe type or check the compatibility list before purchasing.

Using the Godox iM30 with wide-angle or telephoto lenses may result in shadows. To avoid this, consider using a Hot Shoe Extender (sold separately) to raise the flash position.

Image: A detailed compatibility list for various camera brands and models.

Image: The iM30 Mini Flash shown mounted on several different camera models, demonstrating its wide compatibility.

Manteniment

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Godox iM30 Mini Flash, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Keep the flash unit clean and free from dust and moisture. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
• Avoid dropping or subjecting the flash to strong impacts.
• Remove batteries if the flash will not be used for an extended period to prevent leakage.
• Guardeu el flaix en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa i de temperatures extremes.

Resolució de problemes

If you encounter issues with your Godox iM30 Mini Flash, refer to the following common solutions:

• El flaix no s'activa: Check if the batteries are correctly installed and have sufficient charge. Ensure the flash is securely mounted on the camera's hot shoe.
• Sortida de flaix inconsistent: Verify the power level setting. Ensure the flash head and diffuser are clean.
• Flash not triggering in optical slave mode: Confirm that the master flash is firing correctly and that the iM30 is set to the appropriate S1 or S2 mode. Ensure there are no obstructions between the iM30's optical sensor and the master flash.

Especificacions

Image: A visual representation of the technical specifications for the Godox iM30 Mini Flash.

Garantia i Suport

The Godox iM30 Mini Flash comes with a 6-Month Extended Warranty on the Godox iFlash mini flash series when purchased through an official US distributor like Conxture. Additionally, customers receive Lifetime After-Sales Support from a knowledgeable, US-based team and access to Local Repair Services in the USA for fast, reliable maintenance.

For support or warranty claims, please contact your authorized dealer or the official distributor.