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Nikon Mini TT1 Flex TT5 QuickStart Guide

1. Nikon cameras and Speedlights compatible with PocketWizard ControlTL radios The MiniTT1 FlexTT5 is compatible with most modern Nikon CLS i TTL cameras and Speedlights Visit wiki PocketWizard com for compatibility information Some Nikon flash system features may not be available or may be implemented via firmware updates CLS i TTL is for DSLRs only and is not for D TTL or film TTL As new Nikon cameras and flashes are released compatibility will be implemented via firmware updates Nikon cameras not compatible with PocketWizard ControlTL D1 D1x D1h D2h D2hs D2xs 0100 070 D70s all Coolpix and film based cameras Note and FlexTT5 be used in Basic Trigger Mode as a standard trigger with any camera Nikon Speedlights not compatible with PocketWizard Control TL SB 80DX SB 50DX SB 28DX SB 28 SB 26 etc Note These flashes can be used if they are set to Manual on the Speedlight PocketWizard Wiki http wiki PocketWizard com The PocketWizard Wiki on line instruction manual includes images how to videos and clear explanations of all PocketWizard products As new MiniTT1 and 5 features and accessories become available you will find updated operational information here Specifications Specifications Trigger Delay 0 seconds faster than a wire when using compatible Nikon cameras Note Approximately 900 microseconds delay if using Basic Trigger Mode Batteries FlexTT
2. Repeat for each remote Speedlight All remote i TTL Speedlights will be treated as one zone of light Note You need a receiving FlexTT5 for each remote Speedlight 3 Make sure all your PocketWizard radios are on the same channel and take pictures normally This mode is like using Nikon s Commander Mode Function with the following settings e Remote Groups A B and C set to TTL e Flash Output Level Compensation for all groups set to 0 0 Ev MASTER or built in flash set to flash cancelled Advanced Wireless CLS i TTL Flash on camera 1 Slide MiniTT1 Transmitter or FlexTT5 Transceiver onto camera 2 Slide Nikon SB 800 or SB 900 Speedlight onto camera mounted MiniTT1 or 5 radio Set Speedlight for MASTER ON Use controls on MASTER Speedlight to set remote groups zones Nikon SU 800 Wireless Speedlight Commander may also be used Camera menus can not be used 3 Slide Speedlight onto remote FlexTT5 Transceiver Set Speedlight for standard i TTL mode not REMOTE or MASTER Repeat for each remote Speedlight Note You need a receiving FlexTT5 for each remote Speedlight 4 Set Zone Switch A B C on remote FlexTT5 to zone selection made on camera MASTER flash All remote i TTL Speedlights on the same group zone will be treated as one zone of light 5 Adjust flash output level compensation using the controls on MASTER Speedlight 6 Make sure all your PocketWizard radios are on the same channel and take pic
3. Bracketing flash f Controls y b Meterins exposure m Timers AE lock T e1 Flash sync speed 1 320 s Auto FP 1 250 1 2005 1 160 s 1125s 1 100 s 1 80 5 1 250 5 Auto FP gj TTLIFP 150 268 9 6 66 1 Ern J Set Custom Setting 61 Flash sync speed to 1 250 s Auto FP to enable smooth transitions from standard flash to FP flash mode Do not use 1 320 s Auto FP VR Lenses Switching the VR mode of lenses ON or OFF while the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 are being used may irror Up Mode Exposure Delay Mode Repeater RPT Mode Flash control using the camera s menus For more operational information please go to wiki PocketWizard com ire a test shot at 1 125 to recalibrate the system ikon modes not currently supported Remote flashes must be set to standard TTL and not REMOTE or MASTER he display on remote flashes attached to FlexTT5 radios will not change with camera setting changes SB900 Illumination Pattern must be set at Standard See Nikon Manual On camera flash must be set to MASTER to trigger or control remote flashes CLS i TTL Basic Wireless CLS i TTL No flash on camera 1 Slide MiniTT1 Transmitter or FlexTT5 Transceiver onto camera 2 Slide Speedlight onto remote FlexTT5 Transceiver Set the Speedlight for standard i TTL mode not REMOTE or MASTER
4. 5 2 x AA IEC LR6 60 hours MiniTT19 CR2450 or CR2354 Approximately 30 hours of camera awake time varies with camera and Speedlight models Low temperature operation and used batteries will have reduced battery life Always use fresh batteries when working in the cold Basic Trigger Mode consumes the battery more quickly and is not recommended when using the MiniTT1 on a Nikon camera Maximum FPS Up to 12 varies with camera i TTL usage reduces FPS Operating Temperature Above 15 C 5 F and below 50 C 120 P for FlexTT5 Above 12 C 10 P and below 50 C 120 P for MiniTT1 Low temperature affects coin cell performance Always use fresh batteries in cold temperatures Storage Temperature without battery Above 30 C 22 F and below 85 C 185 F PocketWizard com Warranty This PocketWizard product is covered under a two year limited manufacturer s warranty For warranty details and to register your product please go to PocketWizard com support or contact your local PocketWizard Distributor Distributor contact information can also be found at PocketWizard com To receive a copy of the two year limited manufacturer s warranty on this PocketWizard product e mail us at warranty lpadesign com or write to us at LPA Design 21 Gregory Drive Suite 140 South Burlington VT 05403 United States of America Attn Warranty Frequency IMPORTANT US FCC Canada frequency radios are NOT com
5. PocketWizard Quick Guide Mini TT1 FlexTTo for Nikon 340 00 354 00 MHz US FCC IC 433 42 434 42 MHz CE This PocketWizard radio runs on powerful software called ControlTL It is pre set with default settings allowing you to use it right away or it can be configured to your specific needs using the PocketWizard Utility which can be downloaded at www PocketWizard com support downloads UPDATE FIRMWARE Using the Utility update all your PocketWizard ControITL radios to the latest firmware for best functionality Please read Quick Guide thoroughly before operating Visit wiki PocketWizard com for complete operating information MiniTT1 Transmitter Internal Antenna Battery Compartment on bottom Configuration Channel 1 Configuration Channel 2 e Power Of SN Mini USB Connector on side TEST LEARN Button N Nikon style Hot Shoe Status LED Locking Ring A READ ME FIRST Lanyard Loop Mini USB Connector behind antenna Lanyard not included Adjustable Antenna Batteries 2 AA IEC LR6 Zone Switch 1 4 20 Mount Configuration Channel 1 on bottom Configuration Channel 2 Power Off Nikon style Hot Shoe TEST LEARN Button Remote Flash Triggering Port P2 Locking Ring Remote Camera Triggering Port P1 Status LED Nikon Camera and Flash Settings CUSTOM SETTING MENU e hReset custom settings 2 Autofocus d Shooting display c
6. d Utility available from PocketWizard com See the online extended documentation at wiki PocketWizard com or the help text in the Utility for detailed descriptions of these settings Advanced Functions The following advanced features are available using the 1 and FlexTT59 Learn Mode Channels can be changed via PocketWizard Utility recommended or taught from any PocketWizard transmitter using Learn Mode Learn Mode is not required for normal operation of the radios Radios are pre set to channels 1 amp 2 Learn Mode allows you to change channels in a ControlTL radio when you are away from your computer by using any PocketWizard transmitter to teach a new channel This allows you to change to a different channel or frequency when shooting at an event and you don t have access to the PocketWizard Utility This feature can be used if you want to share Speedlights with another photographer or if you find that someone is on your channel and you want to switch to a different channel Learn more about this feature at wiki PocketWizard com amp download Learn Mode field guide Auto Relay Mode Easily trigger a remote camera in sync with distant remote flashes with Auto Relay Mode Put a camera where you can t be and have remote TTL or non TTL lighting at the same time To see videos images and more technical information on Auto Relay Mode and other advanced features visit wiki PocketWizard com Compatibility
7. patible with CE frequency radios and vice versa For more information on frequency please go to PocketWizard com wheretobuy frequency Information in this Quick Guide is subject to change For current operating documentation features specifications and compatibility visit wiki PocketWizard com 2011 LPA Design All rights reserved Product features and specifications are subject to change without notice PocketWizard ControlTL MiniTT1 5 PowerST4 AC3 AC9 HyperSync Plus Il and MultiMAX are either trademarks or registered trademarks of LPA Design All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners US Patent 5 359 375 7 437 063 7 702 228 7 885 533 amp US and other patents pending PocketWizard LPF612 v3 0 MAK
8. s by reading the extended documentation found at wiki PocketWizard com PocketWizard Accessories AC3 ZoneController for Nikon Motor Drive cables for Remote Camera Triggering 9 AlienBees Adapter for Nikon Sync cables for studio flash triggering using the PowerST4 for Elinchrom RX P2 Remote Flash Triggering Port e PowerMC2 for Einstein E640 For more accessories visit PocketWizard com Other Functions Status LED Normal waiting for trigger operation short blink every 2 seconds Normal short blink color indicates battery level Green Good battery Amber Warning battery low Red Very low battery change immediately Steady red LED in sync with TEST indicates normal transmission Hold for 10 seconds to teach see Learn mode Short red blink in sync with trigger indicates normal reception Rapid red blinking when not triggering or half pressing camera indicates error condition Power off the unit reset all connections and power back on RESET RESET A CHANNEL RESET To reset to channels programmed in the PocketWizard Utility hold TEST on power up LED blinks green twice to indicate reset Release TEST Advanced features set via PocketWizard Utility will be retained RESET B FACTORY DEFAULTS To reset all advanced features and channels to FACTORY DEFAULTS hold TEST on power up for longer than 10 seconds When LED blinks green 4 times release All settings may be configured using the PocketWizar
9. tures normally IMPORTANT You must be in normal i TTL mode for remotes to operate properly Never set Nikon Speedlights positioned on remote FlexTT5 radios to REMOTE ON This will cause improper operation Always use Zone Switch A B C on remote FlexTT5 to set group zone PocketWizard channel is used instead of Nikon channel ISO aperture flash exposure compensation FEC and other settings will work with exposure normally via the PocketWizard ControlTL system Note Changes to camera ISO lens zoom etc will not appear on remote flash LCD Studio Flash etc Remote flash with or without CLS i TTL flash on camera 1 Slide MiniTT19 Transmitter or FlexTT5 Transceiver onto camera 2 If desired slide Nikon SB800 SB900 Speedlight onto camera mounted MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 radio and set it to MASTER mode 3 Attach ControlTL or standard PocketWizard radio to studio flash 4 Make sure all your PocketWizard radios are on the same channel and take pictures normally Note Manual remote flashes are not calculated as part of the i TTL exposure For proper exposure adjust your camera s exposure settings or adjust the power level directly on your remote flash Use PocketWizard Utility to engage HyperSync and explore faster than X sync shutter Speeds Visit PocketWizard com support downloads for more information Learn about the AC3 ZoneController PowerTracking and controlling your Speedlights and select studio flashe

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