just got it. Put a aa in and wont work. Am i doing something wrong or did i get a bad one?
497295
I used AA battery in each of the three that I bought. All worked. Check the polarity. Positive in first. If that is correct, then I think you got a bad one.
497296
Make sure that the cap is tightened all the way, and that the battery is in the proper direction. If that does not work, your battery may be dead, or the product may be defective.
497297
Check: good battery, positive (button) end first (toward bulb). Does the tailcap button give a solid "click?" Otherwise, you may have a bad one. Extra low price, ships direct from China, no packaging or manufacturer claiming ownership... roll of the dice. Try Olight, Streamlight or Surefire if you want a guarantee but at 10x the price. FYI mine doesn't look exactly like the one in this picture.
497298
I agree with the first two answers; if you are sure the battery is fresh ( confirm with meter or another light), the polarity is correct, and the cap is tight, then you probably were one of the few to get a defective one. The switch, a solder connection, or the LED/driver assembly could be bad.
497299
Maybe you put the battery in backwards? There is some electronics in there that requires correct polarity.
1045923
It doesn't work send it back. I had the same issue , sorry you got a dud just like I did
638997
It must be broken - if you put new batteries in, should work. Contact seller.
232543
AA will not work, it uses "G" type. I use it for my work and the battery lasts a very long time 150+ photos per day, I recharge once per week.
744998
I use it with rechargeable AA all the time! Make sure the batteries are properly paced.
109986
Pull off the silver cap at the base. There's a little diagram under there that shows how the AA batteries should be inserted.
1472145
There's a switch on the bottom that you turn on. If it doesn't work, it's probably defective just like mine was. Mine never worked. I tried putting in brand new batteries so many times and it never worked. Super disappointing. Send it back for a refund.
1984111
I bought one. I didn't have any trouble finding the settings in the A7 menu and my battery is installed properly without the plastic interrupter strip and I couldn't get it to work. If they shipped it with a dead battery, shame on them. I don't have another. Where is the camera reading the IR signal? Through the lens? Are you supposed to see a light on the front of the remote when you push the button?
778
I use regular AA batteries, but only use my older version of the product. The new one seems to snag, thus my negative review.
1464635
Go to youtube and look up the video, they show you exactly how it works.If yours doesn't work like in the vid, send it back immediately for a refund/exchange.
1672442
Sorry, mine didn't work either. My expert couldn't make it work either and recommended I return it - just haven't yet...
1644026
i just put in the batteries and then it came on. It takes 2 AA batteries..and it stinks cause you have to buy them. Then after that you may have to push a button or 2 but it should just come right on. :)
257592
Mine did not work either. I returned it and ordered batteries from another vendor. They haven't arrived yet. I suggest returning it.
1332087
Try a tester directly to pos. And neg. Connectors It may be faulty. Or it may just be the flashing unit not working. Good luck. If I can try and help contact me agaon
2119055
I wish I could help you out, but mine doesn't work either. I thought maybe mine was just a lemon since almost all the other reviews were fine. If I figure anything out with mine I will message you to let you know =) Sorry yours isn't working either =(
688791
Read the instructions and make sure everything is being hooked up properly. If that is not working I would try a new battery or send it and exchange it. I have had zero problems with mine so far. I hope this helps.
1074153
First, make sure the battery is installed correctly. The instructions on the sheet were not correct with mine but they did include a separate note saying that the battery should be turned opposite of what the instruction sheet said. If that doesn't work, make sure your camera is on the right setting for a remote. Turn on the camera and enter the Drive mode. Then scroll down to "Remote Cdr." and select that. My camera is an alpha 57 but I'm not sure whether yours accepts a remote or not.