It will do ettl for most canon cameras, but not for the canon 5d mark iv as of march 2017. This is a basic video that shows how to update the firmware of your pocket wizard flextt5. The pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave is part of an ultraversatile radio slave system, and is dedicated specifically to the nikon ittl flash control system. How to do a firmware update on a pocket wizard flextt5 youtube. It simply slides directly into the cameras hot shoe, and there are no special settings to make or modes to call up. These bags come with what i call the dumb isolation framis which is a hotshoe adapter that isolates the strobe from the camera, the pocket wizard, and ostensibly the source of rf interference. Past or present, you can download manuals, addendums, release notes and quick guides to all pocketwizard radios and accessories. The current nikon controltl beta firmware version is 3.
Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver ttl bonus bundle for nikon. To find out what version of multimax firmware you have, hold down a as you turn. I still think there is some work to be done and expect a firmware upgrade when the ac3 is available as well as clean up of minor issues. But today they reset the bar in announcing their new flagship models, the flex and mini. After the test we learned that there was a firmware update and it seemed to fix many of the issues.
These radios are designed to respond in every respect. Update your flextt5 to the latest firmware for optimal functionality 3. There are two separate versions of the replacement flextt5 flextt6 hot shoe one for canon panasonic and one for nikon. Pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 firmware update photography. You take a test shot, and the tt1 finds all the tt5 s.
The e release is an entirely new and more efficient protocol for our radios, delivered by a simple firmware upgrade. They are both solid in their construction, and the flex has an integrated 14x20 mount. Controltl allows remote ittl for nikon cls ittl systems as well as manual power control. Also make sure you have the latest firmware updates which are free to download from the pocket wizard website. At the very least change the channels assigned to your tt1 and tt5 units.
Aug 05, 2014 pocketwizard has expanded their ttl compatibility to several popular nikon and canon cameras, including the canon 70d, 1d x and 6d as well as the nikon d810, d610 and d4s. All i will do for now is recommend that you get hold of a set. Choose fcc frequency radios for use in the usa, canada, mexico, and south america. Pocketwizard ttl wireless radio system for nikon cameras. Single nikon sb900 speedlight set to ittl zoomed in to 85mm shot through a 32. Using a standard usb connection and the free pocketwizard utility, you can easily configure your channel settings, dial in your hypersync timing, adjust your sleepmode timers and update your product to the latest firmware virtually making flextt5 radios future proof.
Pocket wizard ac9 setup, tutorial, and technical support for. View and download pocketwizard minitt1 manual online. Pocketwizard customers who own the companys plus iii andor plus iv wireless triggers now have the option of upgrading to its new e release firmware. Xt1 pocket wizard mini tt1 flex tt5 s nikon version discussion in xt4 thru t1.
The following nikon cameras are compatible with your flextt5 that has been upgraded with the e release. May 01, 2014 to be more specific, i was using a pocket wizard plus x as a transmitter on a canon 5d mk ii, a pocket wizard mini tt1 transmitter on a nikon d300, and three nikon specific pocket wizard flex tt5 receivers on my nikon strobes the remaining four strobes were triggered by optical slave which just thinks bright light is bright light. Sep 11, 2012 i conducted my tests using my nikon d300 together with the nikon sb900 speedlight verified by pocketwizard as compatible and briefly an sb700 not confirmed at time of testing. The minitt1 and flextt5 release notes, wiki manual and quick guides apply to both fcc and ce radios unless otherwise specified. First, a little background sometimes the world lights itself exquisitely, either through sunlight of the perfect color or angle, or via manmade ambient lighting that perfectly suits the mood of a photo. Flextt5nikon e release firmware license fccuscanada. Under the update tab, click check for updates, which will download the latest firmware version, and prompt to update the firmware in the connected radio. Pocketwizard has tested a prototype of its radio controlled flash triggers for nikon flashguns. Results are good with shutterspeeds up to 1250 sec.
Pocket wizard admits switching to fp at higher shutter speeds, let say at some 20, or 1500, some claim 1800 sec. Pocketwizard flextt5transceivernikonthe pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave is part of anultraversatile radio slave system, and is dedicated specifically tothe nikon ittl flash control system. This is mostly a transmitter for other pocketwizard units. Wireless photo control system for canon or nikon dslr cameras and flashes.
A pocketwizard radio purchased new from an authorized dealer has a 2 year warranty against manufacturers defects. The flextt5 is compatible with any pocketwizard radio for triggering manual flash or remote cameras. Pocket wizard tt1 tt5 for nikon feb 6, 2011 hello any nikon pw. How to use the mini tt1 and flex tt5 s from pocket wizard to radio control your speedlights and flashguns for better flash photography. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver for nikon ttl flashes and. Choose ce frequency radios for use in europe, most of asia, africa, and australia. Nikon df nikon d7100 nikon d5300 nikon d5200 nikon d3300. When updating firmware, be sure to update all of your radios to the latest version. While ive found nikon s 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. Aug 11, 2012 the pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 have new firmware available that adds features and support for new cameras, flashes and light meters. If you use a tt5 with a master flash not my choice as the tt5 has a imo very fragile looking flash mount which is reported to break when too heavily loaded with eg a big heavy flash on top of it, a pw as3 or nikon su800 as master unit mounted on it, you can manage the output m or ttl, full or reduced output of the slave flash from. Pocketwizard is proud to announce the e release firmware upgrade.
Here are a few examples where i have used the pocket wizard mini tt1 and flex tt5 s for weddings and general portrait photography. Flextt5 for nikon, flextt6 for canon, and powermc2 models in the future. Go to the getting started page to download our utility and update your radios. Enter pocketwizards controltl control the light ttlauto radios for nikon originally introduced for canon. Only multimaxs with a usb port are capable of downloading firmware. Make sure to purchase the proper version for use with your system. No, the tt1s and tt5 s are not hard to set up theyre easy.
Pocketwizard flextt5 manuals manuals and user guides for pocketwizard flextt5. It simply slides directly intothe cameras hot shoe, and there are no special settings to make ormodes to call up. Under the update tab, click update firmware, which will download the latest firmware version, and prompt to update the firmware in the connected radio. As of september 2019, we offer 2 lines of firmware which use different channels. Internet connection for downloading firmware and application updates. You can upgrade to the e release and return to the legacy firmware at any time. Buy pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave for nikon ittl flash system featuring compatible with fcc compliant items only, combination transmitterreceiver, high speed sync up to 18000th sec, oncamera hot shoe, triggers flash or camera, 32 channels, multizone, standard triggering with most cameras, usb upgradeable. Go to pocket wizard utility open plug in your tt5 with the ac9 attached click on the little blue gear on the bottom left corner of the pocket wizard utility the configure updates button click on the firmware updates tab note. I recommend watching the videos on pocket wizard and the pw vimeo channel for best results. How to do a firmware update on a pocket wizard flextt5. This item pocketwizard ac3 zonecontroller for nikon s cameras use with flextt5 for 3 zones of flash control pocketwizard plus iv transceiver black pocketwizard plus iiie radio trigger with enhanced range and reliability for remote photography and off camera flash black. Fstoppers nikon pocket wizard flex tt5, mini tt1, and ac3. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave for nikon i. The company plans to release a beta version to the public once it completes initial testing and fixes bugs of the early prototype.
It can be downgraded to legacy pocketwizard firmware at any time for use with your other pocketwizard radios. If the firmware version matches the current versions listed below, skip steps 5 to 9 and proceed to the next radio. For one thing the nikon specific manual is sparse at best and you have to look at the cannon version to get an idea of how to do some basic. The best place to learn everything about the operation of your flextt5 operational notes. The current controltl nikon official production firmware is 3. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver for panasonic cameras pw. Plusx users may skip this step register your radios. After fp takes over, there is no special magic that people seem to attribute to the pw hypersync. Pocketwizard radios must be using the same firmware in order to communicate with each other. The nikon dedicated pocket wizard flextt5 transceiver, with its built in hotshoe and controltl firmware, is the perfect addition to nikon ittl ii flash systems. Get two flex tt5 s or more if your budget allows as this will give you a lot more creative flexibility. Its a free download from the pocketwizard website see. Feb 04, 2012 setting up the pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 using the pocketwizard utility.
Currently available for the pocketwizard plus iii, plus iv, flextt5 for nikon, and the powermc2. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave fnikon ittl. Accessories available soon for these new pocketwizard units include the nikon compatible pocketwizard ac3 zonecontroller, which allows the user to control three zones a,b,c of nikon flashes or groups of flash units mounted on flex tt5 transceivers in. I bought a pair of flextt5 and customized mine using the pc software so c1 is nikon ittl and c2 is manual. Pocketwizard updates firmware for flextt5 and minitt1. With this rig, the camera thinks the speedlights are sitting in its hot shoe. Past or present, you can download manuals, addendums, release notes and quick guides. Usb configurable and upgradeable simple upgrade of system firmware promises new features and continued compatibility with nikon system flashes. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave for nikon ittl flash system with oncamera hot shoe, 32 channels, multizone mfr.
Dedicated ttl triggering manual power control hypersync high speed sync auto fp usb upgradeable ac3 zonecontroller the ac3 zonecontroller for canon and nikon is the gem of the controltl product line. The nikon specific minitt1 and flextt5 radios work within the nikon ittl. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver radio slave for nikon ittl. Pocketwizard flextt5 transceiver for nikon s ttl flashes and digital slr cameras. Feb 20, 2015 just now, pocketwizard has announced the availability of two new firmware packages compatible with both of its minitt1 and flextt5 ttl wireless transmitters, namely versions 3. Burlington, vermont december 29, 2009 pocketwizard today launched the newest and most advanced firmware for the minitt1 transmitter and flextt5 transceiver. The minitt1 and flextt5 are compatible with any pocketwizard radio for triggering manual flash or remote cameras. The pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 have new firmware available. Manual, quick manual pocketwizard flextt5 manual 122 pages. The hypersync feature is a transmit only thing, so dont bother buying multiple flex tt5 units. Feb 20, 2011 pocket wizard admits switching to fp at higher shutter speeds, let say at some 20, or 1500, some claim 1800 sec. Setting up the pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 using the pocketwizard utility. Just now, pocketwizard has announced the availability of two new firmware packages compatible with both of its minitt1 and flextt5 ttl wireless transmitters, namely versions 3.
Xt1 pocket wizard mini tt1 flex tt5s nikon version. Reupgrading to e release can be done at any time with minimal effort. Note the current firmware version of the connected radio. All pocketwizard radios use a class of software called firmware. To see which version of firmware is installed on your pocketwizard and to ensure that you have the. The flextt5 takes the existing benefits of nikon wireless systems beyond the boundaries of infrared technology. The unit here is for nikon, but i returned it for a canon model. The pocketwizard hypersync works perfectly with the quadra rangers with s heads, using this flextt5 as transmitter and pocketwizard plus x as receiver. Pocketwizard minitt1 and flextt5 photography forums. Sep 12, 2017 my pocket wizard mini tt1 and tt5s work fine with the nikon d850, but hss is not supported with the latest firmware 3. Quick tutorial on how to upgrade your pocketwizard firmware to the new e release.
You need at least 2 pocketwizard radios with e release firmware and you will need to purchase one firmware license per radio. Minitt1s and flextt5s can be updated to this version via the pocketwizard utility. The minitt1 and flextt5 release notes, wiki manual and quick guides apply to both. Jun 21, 2012 my canon 580 ex ii mummified in the dumb conductive rf shield bag, and the dumb isolator framis on the bottom. The latest firmware available for the nikon minitt1 and flextt5 is version 3. Try out the latest minitt1 and flextt5 firmware other radios, too. The software update brings a number of notable improvements, including increased range, improved reliability when sending and receiving signals, a quad zone channels increase from 16 to 32, and 80 new channels for use with long range. I have a tt5 and two plus ii units and it triggers all three. Controltl firmware is configurable and upgradeable for continuous improvement. The minitt1 and flextt5 flextt6 are compatible with any pocketwizard radio for triggering manual flash or remote cameras. Pocketwizards newest firmware platform taps into the cameras digital communications to enable an entirely new level of remote flash capability through our proven radio system.
Most nikon flashes were always easier to use offcamera because of the pc jack, but now pocketwizard has helped to level the playing field for canon. Pocketwizard minitt1 radio slave transmitter for nikon i. Getting started with off camera flash part 8 pocketwizard mini tt1 and flex tt5. The dedicated flextt5 transceiver, with its built in hotshoe and controltl firmware, is the perfect addition to canon ettl and nikon ittl flash systems box contains 1 x flex tt5 nikon, 2 x aa batteries, 1 mini usb cable 1 set of instructions. Important information about getting started with the flextt5 for nikon. Burlington, vt august 6, 2012 lpa design, manufacturers of pocketwizard photo products, the world leader in wireless control of cameras, flash lighting and light meters, announces today a new update to its controltl firmware for both nikon and. The hotshoe mounted flextt5 transceiver is currently available only for canon flash systems and allows photographers to wirelessly control flashguns. Fstoppers nikon pocket wizard flextt5, minitt1, and ac3. The tt5 s pick up the cameras aperture setting which comes up on the nikon speedlights control panels and youre good to go. Aug 02, 2011 this is a basic video that shows how to update the firmware of your pocket wizard flextt5. Aug 06, 2014 lpa design, the manufacturer of pocketwizard products has announced a new update to its controltl firmware for both nikon and canon versions of its minitt1 and flextt5 radios. First off, you need to install the pocketwizard utility onto your windows or mac computer. The e release is an easy and inexpensive firmware upgrade that dramatically extends the range, enhances reliability, and expands the features of your existing pocketwizard radios. Hopefully there will be a firmware update anytime soon.
Keep in mind, if the flash sleeps, the first time its triggered the flash will have to wake up. Use the camera, oncamera flash, or flash commandercontrols for flash. The e release firmware is available for pocketwizard plus iii, plus iv, and flextt5 for nikon radios worldwide fcc and ce and the the powermc2 is available for fcc radios only. A little disappointed the ce version only has 3 ctl channels, compared to the 20 channels for the fcc version, but hopefully wont be an issue as im mainly shooting weddings and portraits, so wont have much interference. The utility will update the firmware in the connected radio.