A for the background i used a 430ex with a pocketwizard driving it. We update our stock every day, so you can find the right fit for you. Their flash or speedlight triggering devices were born after an assistants idea. Pocketwizard unveils futureproof flextt6 transceiver for. Dave schmidt presented the new, exciting products to an audience of press and influential photographers. If you want to sell or trade your own equipment, just ask for a quote. X100s and pocketwizard tt1 tt5s in reply to brent allen thale mar, 2014 i already try all those setups in the pocket wizard utility software and does not work. A special learning mode enables simple, inthefield programming of all channels.
Is hypersync possible with a flash on a pocketwizard mini tt1. Pcbs einsteins are controllable by pocketwizards pmc2 receivers from 11 full power down to 164. The pocketwizard minitt1 radio slave transmitter utilizes pocketwizard s new controltl firmware platform, is part of an ultraversatile radio slave system, and is dedicated specifically to the canon ettl ii flash control system. Those wanting additional features will need to look into the pocketwizard plus iii transceivers or the pocketwizard tt5 and minitt1 units for ettl functionality. Pocketwizard unveils futureproof flextt6 transceiver.
This portrait of musician, josh adams, was a fairly quick setup. Pocketwizard 801150 flextt5 transceiver for canon dslr 801150. Pocketwizard minitt1 transmitter for canon dslr 801140 801140. Using the included software and usb port, you can program either channel to any of the pocketwizard systems 32 digitally encoded channels and four zones. The flash set to manual 14 power and equipped with a rust gel from honlphoto. Pocketwizard mini tt1 transmitter nikon orms direct. Pocketwizard announces new plus iv transceiver fstoppers. Im interested in picking up a sekonic l758, and while pocketwizard triggering sounds interesting, i dont want to have to buy the light meter and two pocketwizards to try it out. The latest version of the utility, and easy steps to install, can be found on our getting started page.
Pocketwizard minitt1 radio transmitter for nikon ttl flashes. Whether youre firing a remote camera mounted on an airplane wing, using ttl flash for a wedding or working a fashion shoot with manual power control, pocketwizards wireless triggering systems make it possible. Sep 11, 2012 while ive found nikons wireless ttl system to be a great asset, i also understand that it has inherent weaknesses when used around obstacles that block the signal, as well as outdoors beyond a few feet or under sunlight. While the radios are shipped from the factory with the most updated version, sometimes new firmware is released between the time of it leaving our warehouse to being sold to a consumer. The flextt6 was created to make the newest generation of canon cameras such as the 1dx mark ii and 5d mark iv compatible with our controltl system. Pocketwizard minitt1 radio slave transmitter for can pwminic. Wireless photo control system for canon or nikon dslr cameras and flashes. If you are entirely unfamiliar with these products i suggest a quick read of my earlier post as there is a bit of assumed knowledge. The unit feature a twoposition channel selector that is factory programmed to the pocketwizard classic channel one and two. The pocketwizard utility allows you to update your usb enabled pocketwizard with the latest firmware and adjust the features of the minitt1 and flextt5. Oct 22, 2015 we spoke, and pocketwizard was listening. Use the supplied pocketwizard utility software with the onboard usb port to program the flextt5 to any pocketwizard channel and zone as well as many other custom settings. Using pocketwizard utility software, available free on. Learn how you can extend the functionality of your canon flash system using the pocketwizard mini.
Learn how you can extend the functionality of your canon flash system using the pocketwizard mini and flex. First off, you need to install the pocketwizard utility onto your windows or mac computer. Feb 18, 2009 just plug a minitt1 or flextt5 via usb into a computer mac or pc loaded with pocketwizard utility software, and firmware updates or configuration preferences are a mouse click away. First the good news, the new tt1 and tt5 are backwards compatible. Im not going to go into details about what the current pws do, if you dont know then this isnt going to be of interest to you at all.
Also driven by a pocketwizard, this flash was equipped with a honl snoot. Pocketwizard radio triggers and accessories are the worldwide industry standard for wireless control and synchronization of cameras, flash lighting and. The pocketwizard plusx transceiver is a versatile radio trigger that features a wealth of functionality within a simpletouse and intuitive design. It simply slides directly into the cameras hot shoe. A behind the scenes look into the making of a tutu project selfportrait. With a flextt6 on the camera, flextt5 radios will work perfectly as receivers, as long as the firmware has been updated to the most recent version. Pocketwizard flextt5 manuals manuals and user guides for pocketwizard flextt5. Enter pocketwizards controltl control the light ttlauto radios for nikon originally introduced for canon. While ive found nikons wireless ttl system to be a great asset, i also understand that it has inherent weaknesses when used around obstacles that block the signal, as well as outdoors.
The big deal about these offcamera flash triggers is the ability to operate in ttl mode on canon and nikon cameras at an extended range using radio waves. Aug 07, 2009 mark introduces you to the new pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 radio transmitters. They have essentially turned the plus iii on its side and. Im an avid pocketwizard user, ive even created videos about them. But for those wanting a basic feature set in a high quality, professional device the pocketwizard plusx transceiver is an excellent choice. Controltl radios can be upgraded whenever updates and feature enhancements are available. Launch the pocketwizard utility and plug minitt1 into your computer via usb cable. Its a free download from the pocketwizard website see. Please post only images taken with the use of pocket wizards, but tell us what pw products you are using. Any other adapters, like the ac3 and ac9, will work as well as the powerst4 and powermc2 receivers, in addition to pocketwizard compatible sekonic meters. The utility allows you to configure your channel settings, dial in your hypersync timing, adjust your sleepmode timers. The minitt1 can be upgraded whenever updates and feature enhancements are available.
The utility allows you to configure your channel settings, dial in your hypersync timing, adjust your sleepmode timers and update your product to the latest firmware. Pocketwizard minitt1 transmitter for canon dslr 801140. Pocketwizard radios run on sophisticated firmware that is updated regularly. A few months ago i wrote a post here about a couple of exciting new products from lpa designs, the makers of the pocketwizard triggering system. Use the pocketwizard utility software with the onboard usb port to program the minitt1 and flextt5 to any pocketwizard channel and zone as well as many other custom settings. Pocket wizard mini tt1 and flex tt5 for nikon glyn. Product title pocketwizard plus iii wireless transceiver reliably trigger lights andor cameras up to 1600 feet. Aug 11, 2012 the pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 have new firmware available that adds features and support for new cameras, flashes and light meters. For usa customers, until the end of july 20 you can get a free ac3 zone controller, with the purchase of a tt1 and tt5 or two tt5s. Use the supplied pocketwizard utility software with the onboard usb port to program the minitt1 to any pocketwizard channel and zone as well as many other custom settings. You have to set the power manually to reach the 1128 and 1256 power levels or adjust the software.
In january i was given a couple of minitt1 and flextt5s to play with. But today they reset the bar in announcing their new flagship models, the flex and mini. These radios are designed to respond in every respect. So i contacted pocketwizard about a possible update. Using pocketwizard slave accessories with cameras that have preflashes can give you faster recycle and recharge times than onboard flashes.
Im a huge pocketwizard fan and so of course i said, bring it on. A forum for the discussion of these handy little gadgets. Pocketwizard is a leading manufacturer of radio slaves and accessories, including flash, sync, and pretrigger cables. When attaching a 430ex on the flextt5, i can set the shutter at 18000 and still get a correct exposure thanks to hypersync. The plus iii transceiver gets a highly coveted update, and you can say goodbye to sync cords.
Minitt1 and flextt5 key features pocketwizard wiki. A new pocketwizard utility program is provided to support the minitt1 via a usb port. New pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 announced at wppi press. Whether youre firing a remote camera mounted on an airplane wing, using ttl flash for a. Usethe supplied pocketwizard utility software with the onboard usb port to program the minitt1 to any pocketwizard channel and zone as well as many other custom settings. The flextt5 can be upgraded whenever updates and feature enhancements are available many planned. The pocketwizard minitt1 transmitter is the start of a new era in wireless trigger control. The difference between the flextt6 and flextt5 is a circuit board hardware change. The big deal about these offcamera flash triggers is the ability to operate in ttl mode on canon and nikon. When i first heard about the new pocketwizard plus iii, i thought woohoo i can finally get the power of the pocketwizard multimax for less than half the price. Pocketwizard mini tt1 transmitter pocket wizard for canon. Feb 16, 2009 the crowd was thick outside the doors of wppi this morning as we held a private press conference to reveal the pocketwizard controltl series minitt1 and flextt5. I recently bought a pocketwizard mini tt1 and a flex tt5. Very good this item is rated in very good condition.
I deliberately chose an area in a large hotel conference room to shoot this. Of course einsteins are great little strobes because they provide 9 stops of power. Pocketwizard has dropped a bomb in the lighting world with their new flextt5 and minitt1. A few months ago i wrote a post here about a couple of exciting new products from lpa designs, the makers of the. At the very least change the channels assigned to your tt1 and tt5 units. Today the makers of pocketwizards announced two new models to add to their lineup.
Late last year i got an email asking if i wanted to play with a super secret pocketwizard toy. Yes there is mumbo jumbo with fp settings but you loose power and distance. But i found out it wasnt working correct with the pocketwizard tt1 tt5 ac3 580ex combination. Mark introduces you to the new pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 radio transmitters. They have essentially turned the plus iii on its side. Any information or videos you see, with the exception of compatible cameras, is identical between the flextt6 and. We have 5 pocketwizard flextt5 manuals available for free pdf download. Camera accessories pocketwizard mini tt1 quick manual.