AC9 AlienBees Adapter - Revision history

Heathers: /* Using your AC9 */

2019-10-15T14:04:48Z

‎Using your AC9

Heathers: /* HyperSync */

2019-09-06T17:40:53Z

‎HyperSync

Heathers: added FlexTT6 to all FlexTT5 references

2018-02-02T18:56:05Z

added FlexTT6 to all FlexTT5 references

Patrick at 18:32, 16 September 2015

2015-09-16T18:32:15Z

Patrick: /* Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems. */

2015-09-16T18:19:41Z

‎Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems.

Patrick: /* Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems. */

2015-09-16T18:19:32Z

‎Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems.

Steve at 16:15, 20 March 2014

2014-03-20T16:15:19Z

Steve: Reverted edits by Steve (talk) to last revision by Seth

2014-03-20T16:14:12Z

Reverted edits by Steve (talk) to last revision by Seth

Steve: /* Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems. */

2014-03-20T16:13:18Z

‎Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems.

Seth: /* Requirements */

2013-10-14T16:55:37Z

‎Requirements

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 #Turn on the flash first, then the remote FlexTT5/FlexTT6 radio. If this order is reversed, the flash may not trigger properly. The AC9’s Status LED blinks green occasionally to indicate normal operation.<br>
 #Turn on the modeling light and set it to Cycle or Ready mode as desired, and disable the optical slave by inserting a plug or adapter into the sync port. Power level will be set by the AC9.<br>
-#Set up your camera and PocketWizard ControlTL transmitter.  <br>
+#Turn on your PocketWizard ControlTL transmitter and then your camera.  <br>
 #Take pictures.<br>
 #Adjust the Camera’s Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) to adjust the output power of your remote flash. See the Camera FEC Range and Basic Power Control sections for more information on FEC.

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 ==== [[HyperSync]] ====
 [[File:Hypersync.jpg|right]]
-Our patent pending HyperSync® technology allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds with full power flash.  That extra speed can be used to freeze action or cut ambient light - both of which can produce results never possible before. HyperSync works automatically with the AC9 and FlexTT5/FlexTT6 in conjunction with your [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flash.  All you need is a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5/FlexTT6 on camera to gain the benefits of HyperSync. While performance varies by the camera and flash equipment being used, HyperSync will get the maximum possible out of any configuration.
+Our patented HyperSync® technology allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds with full power flash.  That extra speed can be used to freeze action or cut ambient light - both of which can produce results never possible before. HyperSync works automatically with the AC9 and FlexTT5/FlexTT6 in conjunction with your [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flash.  All you need is a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5/FlexTT6 on camera to gain the benefits of HyperSync. While performance varies by the camera and flash equipment being used, HyperSync will get the maximum possible out of any configuration.
 ==== [[PowerTracking]] ====

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-The AC9 AlienBees Adapter paired with a [[MiniTT1_and_FlexTT5|FlexTT5™ Transceiver]] enables remote power control of [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flashes.  With a MiniTT1™ Transmitter or FlexTT5™ Transceiver on your camera, you can now adjust the power settings on your AlienBees or White Lightning flashes from the camera’s position.  Add the [[AC3 ZoneController]] and you can control three different groups of lights in 1/3-stop increments with a six-stop range.  Utilize PocketWizard’s unique features such as HyperSync™ and Optimized [[Rear Curtain Sync]] for maximum control of your lighting.
+The AC9 AlienBees Adapter paired with a [[MiniTT1_and_FlexTT5|FlexTT5/FlexTT6™ Transceiver]] enables remote power control of [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flashes.  With a MiniTT1™ Transmitter or FlexTT5/FlexTT6™ Transceiver on your camera, you can now adjust the power settings on your AlienBees or White Lightning flashes from the camera’s position.  Add the [[AC3 ZoneController]] and you can control three different groups of lights in 1/3-stop increments with a six-stop range.  Utilize PocketWizard’s unique features such as HyperSync™ and Optimized [[Rear Curtain Sync]] for maximum control of your lighting.
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-#With all units powered off, slide the AC9 onto your remote FlexTT5 and connect the REMOTE cable from the AC9 to the flash.<br>
+#With all units powered off, slide the AC9 onto your remote FlexTT5/FlexTT6 and connect the REMOTE cable from the AC9 to the flash.<br>
-#Turn on the flash first, then the remote FlexTT5 radio. If this order is reversed, the flash may not trigger properly. The AC9’s Status LED blinks green occasionally to indicate normal operation.<br>
+#Turn on the flash first, then the remote FlexTT5/FlexTT6 radio. If this order is reversed, the flash may not trigger properly. The AC9’s Status LED blinks green occasionally to indicate normal operation.<br>
 #Turn on the modeling light and set it to Cycle or Ready mode as desired, and disable the optical slave by inserting a plug or adapter into the sync port. Power level will be set by the AC9.<br>
 #Set up your camera and PocketWizard ControlTL transmitter.  <br>
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-'''Note:''' The AC9 overrides flash power output settings you make directly on your flash. If you wish to control the flash from its control panel, then you need to disconnect the REMOTE cord and connect a regular sync cord from the P2 port on your FlexTT5 to your flash.
+'''Note:''' The AC9 overrides flash power output settings you make directly on your flash. If you wish to control the flash from its control panel, then you need to disconnect the REMOTE cord and connect a regular sync cord from the P2 port on your FlexTT5/FlexTT6 to your flash.
-'''<i>Important:</i>''' The AC9 will only work with a transmitting ControlTL radio in the hot shoe of a compatible camera. The AC9 will NOT work when connected to a radio in Basic Trigger Mode. If you wish to use your receiving FlexTT5 in Basic Trigger Mode, disconnect the REMOTE cord and connect a regular sync cord from the P2 port on your FlexTT5 to your flash.
+'''<i>Important:</i>''' The AC9 will only work with a transmitting ControlTL radio in the hot shoe of a compatible camera. The AC9 will NOT work when connected to a radio in Basic Trigger Mode. If you wish to use your receiving FlexTT5/FlexTT6 in Basic Trigger Mode, disconnect the REMOTE cord and connect a regular sync cord from the P2 port on your FlexTT5 to your flash.
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 ==== Manual Power Control ====
 [[File:manual_power_control.jpg|right]]
-Adjust the manual power settings of your remote AlienBees flash directly from a [[AC3 ZoneController]], or master flash mounted on your on-camera [[MiniTT1_and_FlexTT5|MiniTT1 or FlexTT5]].  You can independently control the power output of up to three remote groups of lights (you can have as many lights in each group as you want) from full power down to the lowest setting through the user interface on the back of the master flash or with the dials of the AC3 ZoneController.   Now you can work with total control with your remote lights, without leaving your shooting position.
+Adjust the manual power settings of your remote AlienBees flash directly from a [[AC3 ZoneController]], or master flash mounted on your on-camera [[MiniTT1_and_FlexTT5|MiniTT1 or FlexTT5/FlexTT6]].  You can independently control the power output of up to three remote groups of lights (you can have as many lights in each group as you want) from full power down to the lowest setting through the user interface on the back of the master flash or with the dials of the AC3 ZoneController.   Now you can work with total control with your remote lights, without leaving your shooting position.
 ==== [[HyperSync]] ====
 [[File:Hypersync.jpg|right]]
-Our patent pending HyperSync® technology allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds with full power flash.  That extra speed can be used to freeze action or cut ambient light - both of which can produce results never possible before. HyperSync works automatically with the AC9 and FlexTT5 in conjunction with your [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flash.  All you need is a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 on camera to gain the benefits of HyperSync. While performance varies by the camera and flash equipment being used, HyperSync will get the maximum possible out of any configuration.
+Our patent pending HyperSync® technology allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds with full power flash.  That extra speed can be used to freeze action or cut ambient light - both of which can produce results never possible before. HyperSync works automatically with the AC9 and FlexTT5/FlexTT6 in conjunction with your [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flash.  All you need is a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5/FlexTT6 on camera to gain the benefits of HyperSync. While performance varies by the camera and flash equipment being used, HyperSync will get the maximum possible out of any configuration.
 ==== [[PowerTracking]] ====
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 =Requirements=
-The FlexTT5 for Canon requires AC9-C / FlexTT5 for Nikon requires AC9-N.
+The FlexTT5/FlexTT6 for Canon requires AC9-C / FlexTT5 for Nikon requires AC9-N.
-The AC9 AlienBees Adapter requires a receiving FlexTT5, a transmitting PocketWizard ControlTL radio such as a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5, and a compatible Paul C. Buff flash with a REMOTE terminal.
+The AC9 AlienBees Adapter requires a receiving FlexTT5/FlexTT6, a transmitting PocketWizard ControlTL radio such as a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5/FlexTT6, and a compatible Paul C. Buff flash with a REMOTE terminal.
 ==Compatibility==
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 |-
 |'''Included In the Box'''
-|AC9 Adapter, RJ-14 connector cord, sync adapter plugs for disabling the optical slave, lanyard and velcro for attaching FlexTT5 onto AliensBee or White Lightning flash, Quick Guide
+|AC9 Adapter, RJ-14 connector cord, sync adapter plugs for disabling the optical slave, lanyard and velcro for attaching FlexTT5/FlexTT6 onto AliensBee or White Lightning flash, Quick Guide
 |-
 |'''Requirements'''
-|Dedicated AC9 Version for Nikon and Canon systems. Must be used in conjunction with a remote FlexTT5 radio.
+|Dedicated AC9 Version for Nikon and Canon systems. Must be used in conjunction with a remote FlexTT5/FlexTT6 radio.
 |}
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 {{recommended reading|MiniTT1 and FlexTT5|}}
 =Adapter for Paul C. Buff lighting systems.=
-The AC9 AlienBees Adapter paired with a [[MiniTT1_and_FlexTT5|FlexTT5™ Transceiver]] enables remote power control of [http://www.paulcbuff.com/ AlienBees or White Lightning] flashes.  With a MiniTT1™ Transmitter or FlexTT5™ Transceiver on your camera, you can now adjust the power settings on your AlienBees or White Lightning flashes from the camera’s position.  Add the [[AC3 ZoneController]] and you can control three different groups of lights in 1/3-stop increments with a six-stop range.  Utilize PocketWizard’s unique features such as HyperSync™ and Optimized [[Rear Curtain Sync]] for maximum control of your lighting.
+{{ Annotated image |right|caption=AC9 AlienBees Adapter.
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 | image=AC9.jpg
 | image-width= 200
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 =Using your AC9=
-{{ Annotated image |float=right|caption=AC9 with FlexTT5 on AlienBees strobe.
+{{ Annotated image |right|caption=AC9 with FlexTT5 on AlienBees strobe.
 | image=AC9AlienBees.jpg
 | image-width= 200

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 =Using your AC9=