Godox V480-O TTL Flash User Manual
For Olympus and Panasonic Cameras
1. Fampidirana
The Godox V480-O is a compact on-camera TTL flash designed for Olympus and Panasonic cameras. It integrates a GN 50 flash with a high-capacity Li-ion battery, offering rapid recycle times and extensive features for diverse photographic needs. This manual provides instructions for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your V480-O flash unit and the accompanying Xpro-O trigger.
The Godox V480-O is a compact on-camera TTL flash designed for Olympus and Panasonic cameras, offering advanced lighting control and portability.
1.1 Ny votoatin'ny fonosana
- Godox V480 Flash for Olympus/Panasonic ×1
- Godox Xpro-O Trigger ×1
- Kitapo fitahirizana ×1
- Diffuser × 1
- Adapter × 1
- Mini Stand ×1
- Lithium Battery (VB22) ×1
- USB-C Charging Cable ×1
2. Information momba ny fiarovana
- Aza esorina na ovaina ny fitaovana flash. Volo avo lentatagmisy ireo singa e.
- Keep the unit dry. Do not expose to rain or moisture.
- Aza mikasika ny fantsona flash rehefa avy mitifitra mba tsy ho may.
- Use only the specified battery and charging cable.
- Avoid direct eye exposure to the flash, especially at close range.
- Arovy amin'ny ankizy.
- Hamarino tsara ny rivotra mandritra ny fampiasana mba hisorohana ny hafanana be loatra.
3. Fametrahana
3.1 Fametrahana sy fiampangana bateria
The V480-O uses a 7.2V/2200mAh Li-ion battery (model VB22). Ensure the battery is fully charged before first use.
- To install, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
- To charge, connect the provided USB-C charging cable to the battery's USB-C port and a compatible USB power source. The battery can be charged independently or while installed in the flash.
- A fully charged battery provides up to 650 full-power flashes and recycles in approximately 1.7 seconds.
The V480-O is powered by a 7.2V/2200mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery (model VB22). This battery provides up to 650 full-power flashes and has a rapid recycle time of 1.7 seconds. It supports USB-C charging.
3.2 Fametrahana amin'ny fakantsary
- Slide the flash's mounting foot into your camera's hot shoe.
- Rotate the locking ring or lever on the flash unit to secure it firmly to the hot shoe.
- Ensure the flash is securely attached before operation.
3.3 Xpro-O Trigger Setup
The included Godox Xpro-O TTL Wireless Flash Trigger allows for remote control of the V480-O flash and other Godox X system flashes.
- Install batteries into the Xpro-O trigger (refer to the trigger's specific manual for battery type and installation).
- Mount the Xpro-O trigger onto your camera's hot shoe and secure it.
- Ensure both the flash and trigger are set to the same wireless channel and group for communication.
- The Xpro-O trigger can control flashes with built-in Godox wireless X system and is compatible with Olympus original flashes.
4. Torolàlana miasa
4.1 Basic Operation: Touchscreen and Buttons
The V480-O features a 2.0-inch color touchscreen and tactile buttons for intuitive control. Settings can be adjusted by tapping, swiping, or pressing buttons.
The V480-O features a 2.0-inch color touchscreen and tactile buttons for adjusting settings. Users can tap, swipe, or press buttons to navigate menus and change parameters such as flash exposure compensation and zoom.
4.2 Flash Modes
The V480-O offers various flash modes for creative control:
- Fomba TTL (Amin'ny alalan'ny "Light"): Automatic flash output based on camera metering.
- Fomba tanana: Mamela ny fanitsiana manual ny herin'ny tselatra manomboka amin'ny 1/1 ka hatramin'ny 1/256.
- Multi Mode (Stroboscopic Flash): Fires a series of rapid flashes during a single exposure.
- Fandrindrana haingam-pandeha (HSS): Enables flash synchronization at shutter speeds up to 1/8000s.
- Fanonerana amin'ny Fahitana Tselatra (FEC): Adjusts flash output in TTL mode.
- Fampifanarahana eo anoloana/aoriana-rindrina: Synchronizes the flash with the first or second curtain of the shutter for dynamic motion effects.
The V480-O supports various flash modes including TTL (Through-The-Lens), Manual, and Multi mode. It also features High-Speed Sync (HSS) up to 1/8000s, Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC), and Front/Rear-Curtain Sync for creative motion effects.
4.3 10-Level Modeling Lamp
The V480-O includes a built-in LED modeling lamp with ten adjustable brightness levels. This feature allows users to preview the light direction and intensity before firing the main flash, aiding in light setup and composition.
The V480-O includes a built-in LED modeling lamp with ten adjustable brightness levels. This feature allows users to preview the light direction and intensity before firing the main flash, aiding in light setup and composition.
4.4 2.4GHz X Wireless System
The integrated Godox 2.4GHz X wireless system allows the V480-O to function as both a sender and receiver. It supports 32 channels and has a range of up to 100 meters. This enables control of multiple flashes directly from the unit or via the Xpro-O trigger without external receivers.
4.5 Creative Light Shapers
The flash head incorporates a slide-out catchlight panel for adding sparkle to eyes and a snap-on wide-angle diffuser. These integrated tools help soften and broaden light coverage for various photographic scenarios, such as groups or environmental portraits.
The flash head incorporates a slide-out catchlight panel for adding sparkle to eyes and a snap-on wide-angle diffuser. These integrated tools help soften and broaden light coverage for various photographic scenarios.
4.6 Smart Distance Readout
The V480-O's display provides a real-time effective flash range readout. This feature assists users in determining if the subject is within optimal flash distance, useful for bounce flash or fast-paced shooting environments.
The V480-O's display provides a real-time effective flash range readout. This feature assists users in determining if the subject is within optimal flash distance, useful for bounce flash or fast-paced shooting.
4.7 Flexible Bounce Head
The flash head offers a flexible bounce design, allowing it to tilt from -7° to 120° and swivel a full 330°. This enables precise control over bounce angles, facilitating soft, natural fill light or striking side light by utilizing walls, ceilings, or other surfaces.
The flash head offers a flexible bounce design, allowing it to tilt from -7° to 120° and swivel a full 330°. This enables precise control over bounce angles, facilitating soft, natural fill light or striking side light, adapting instantly to any shooting environment.
5. Fikojakojana
- Clean the flash unit regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents or harsh chemicals.
- Keep the battery contacts clean to ensure reliable connection.
- Store the flash in a cool, dry place when not in use. Remove the battery if storing for extended periods.
- Fadio ny fandatsahana na ampanaovina ilay fitaovana amin'ny fiantraika mahery vaika.
6. Famahana olana
- Tsy mirehitra ny tselatra:
- Check if the battery is charged and correctly installed.
- Ensure the flash is securely mounted on the camera hot shoe or connected wirelessly.
- Verify camera flash settings and trigger settings (channel, group).
- Check if the flash is in sleep mode; press a button to wake it.
- Flash output inconsistent:
- Check battery level. Low battery can affect output.
- Ensure flash head is clean and unobstructed.
- Review flash mode and exposure compensation settings.
- Olana amin'ny fifandraisana Wireless:
- Confirm both flash and trigger are on the same channel and group.
- Check for obstructions or interference between the flash and trigger.
- Ensure the trigger's batteries are charged.
- Fampitandremana amin'ny hafanana be loatra:
- Reduce the frequency of full-power flashes.
- Allow the unit to cool down before resuming use.
7. Famaritana
| MODELY | V480-O |
| Laharana Torolalana (GN) | 50 (at ISO 100, 105mm) |
| Fandrakofana tselatra | 24 hatramin'ny 105mm (Zoom mandeha ho azy/tanana) |
| Faharetan'ny tselatra | 1/300 hatramin'ny 1/20000 segondra |
| Recycle Time | Eo amin'ny 1.7 segondra eo ho eo (hery feno) |
| Mitselatra hery feno | Eo ho eo. 650 |
| Flash Flash | 2.4GHz X Wireless System (Sender/Receiver) |
| Wireless Range | Mahatratra 100 metatra |
| fantsona | 32 |
| Vondrona | 5 (A, B, C, D, E) |
| Tilt Angle | -7° hatramin’ny 120° |
| Angle mihodinkodina | 0° hatramin’ny 330° |
| Loharanon-kery | 7.2V/2200mAh Li-ion Battery (VB22) |
| lafiny | 8.27 x 7.48 x 3.35 santimetatra (fonosana) |
| lanja | 12.7 ounces (Entana) |
| mpanamboatra | Godox |
8. Warranty sy fanohanana
Raha mila fanazavana momba ny antoka sy ny fanohanana ara-teknika, jereo azafady ny Godox ofisialy webtranokala na mifandraisa amin'ny mpivarotra nahazo alalana anao. Tehirizo ny tapakila fividiananao ho porofon'ny fividianana ho an'ny fitakiana fiantohana.





