Using remote triggers is actually easier than using a cable but more expensive.
The Canon Rebel XSi is a mid-level DSLR camera. It offers the benefits of digital photography, such as instant photo review, without the high price tag of more advanced models. One of the funnest features of DSLR cameras is their ability to connect to photo studio flash units, or "strobe" lights. While normal cameras connect using an external flash cable, the XSi does not have this particular feature. However, it can still connect to strobe lights by utilizing the camera's hot shoe and wireless remote triggers.
Instructions
1. Turn off the camera and remote trigger. Loosen the tightening ring on the bottom of the trigger.
2. Slide the trigger into the hot shoe bracket in the correct orientation by aligning the steel contacts on the bottom of the trigger. Rotate the tightening ring to lock it into place.
3. Plug a second remote trigger into your strobe flash unit. Most strobes should work with the cables included with your trigger, but check your strobe's instruction manual for the proper cable.
4. Set both triggers to same the wireless channel using the switch on the front. Then set them to the "Both" transmitting/receiving mode using the switch on the front.
5. Turn on the remote triggers, then the strobe and camera. Set the levels on the strobe to the desired amount of light.
6. Test the connection of the triggers by pushing the "Test" button on the one attached to your camera.
7. Aim the camera at the subject, and press the shutter button fully to take a picture. As you do, the camera will activate the remote triggers and the flash will fire.
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