Long Range Performance - Revision history

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Heathers at 15:59, 12 September 2025

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Heathers: /* Use the default C2 setting on the receiving FlexTT5 Transceiver */

2018-10-23T14:52:30Z

‎Use the default C2 setting on the receiving FlexTT5 Transceiver

Heathers: /* Use a PocketWizard designed AC5 Soft Shield for Canon Speedlites. */

2018-10-23T14:52:07Z

‎Use a PocketWizard designed AC5 Soft Shield for Canon Speedlites.

Heathers: /* Use a PocketWizard designed AC7 Hard Shield for Canon Speedlites. */

2018-10-23T14:51:46Z

‎Use a PocketWizard designed AC7 Hard Shield for Canon Speedlites.

Heathers: /* Use flashes that have no noise issues. */

2018-10-23T14:51:27Z

‎Use flashes that have no noise issues.

Heathers: /* Mount your flash on one light stand and your FlexTT5 Transceiver on another stand. */

2018-10-23T14:50:55Z

‎Mount your flash on one light stand and your FlexTT5 Transceiver on another stand.

Heathers: /* Use a Canon OC-E3 cord. */

2018-10-23T14:50:30Z

‎Use a Canon OC-E3 cord.

Heathers: /* Use a Canon OC-E3 cord. */

2018-10-23T14:50:16Z

‎Use a Canon OC-E3 cord.

Heathers at 14:49, 23 October 2018

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-'''Although many of these solutions are demonstrated with a receiving FlexTT5, they can be applied to any PocketWizard radio, including the Plus III, Plus X and MultiMAX.'''
+'''Although many of these solutions are demonstrated with a receiving FlexTT5, they can be applied to any PocketWizard radio, including the Plus and MultiMAX radios.'''
 '''  Read More About Internal Modification to Canon 580EX II reduces RF emissions.[http://www.pocketwizard.com/support/tech_bulletins/580exii_mod/ here].'''
-'''The AC5 RF Soft Shield is now available, this is your first line of defense against noisy flashes.  With the AC5 correctly installed, your range will increase substantially.  For information on how to properly install the the AC5, click [http://www.pocketwizard.com/inspirations/tutorials/ac5_install/ here].'''
+'''The AC5 RF Soft Shield is also available, this is your first line of defense against noisy flashes.  With the AC5 correctly installed, your range will increase substantially.  For information on how to properly install the the AC5, click [http://www.pocketwizard.com/inspirations/tutorials/ac5_install/ here].'''

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−	'''''SPECIAL NOTE''''': Some Canon flash models emit RF interference that can reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6. Those models include: 430EX, 430EX III-RT, 580EX, 580EX II and others. See the [[Canon Compatibility]] page for more information. For those model flashes, please consider the mounting suggestions in the pictures above to optimize range. If using Canon’s off shoe cord OC-E3, consider adding a ferrite clamp on the cable near the flash to further increase range.	+	'''''SPECIAL NOTE''''': Some Canon flash models emit RF interference that can reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including PocketWizards and especially the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6. Those models include: 430EX, 430EX III-RT, 580EX, 580EX II and others. See the [[Canon Compatibility]] page for more information. For those model flashes, please consider the mounting suggestions in the pictures above to optimize range. If using Canon’s off shoe cord OC-E3, consider adding a ferrite clamp on the cable near the flash to further increase range.

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−	===Use the default C2 setting on the receiving FlexTT5 Transceiver===	+	===Use the default C2 setting on the receiving FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 Transceiver===
	This channel uses a different frequency than C1 and may reduce RF noise interference and increase range from 10 to 30%. You can also try other channels that operate at different frequencies, especially around 345 to 347 MHz, which include channels 2, 4, 5, 6 & 20. A channel frequency guide can be found on the [[Channels\|Channels page.]]		This channel uses a different frequency than C1 and may reduce RF noise interference and increase range from 10 to 30%. You can also try other channels that operate at different frequencies, especially around 345 to 347 MHz, which include channels 2, 4, 5, 6 & 20. A channel frequency guide can be found on the [[Channels\|Channels page.]]

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-The AC5 RF Soft Shield was designed to block the RF emissions from certain flashes (580EX II, 580EX and 430EX) from interfering with the FlexTT5, allowing the FlexTT5 to work at considerably longer range.  For proper performance the AC5 must be installed correctly. You can see how to properly install the AC5 Soft Shield [http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=AC5_RF_Soft_Shield here]
+The AC5 RF Soft Shield was designed to block the RF emissions from certain flashes (580EX II, 580EX and 430EX) from interfering with the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6, allowing the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 to work at considerably longer range.  For proper performance the AC5 must be installed correctly. You can see how to properly install the AC5 Soft Shield [http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=AC5_RF_Soft_Shield here]
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 Looking for additional information on RF and long range radio performance? Check out our [[RF Resources]] page!

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 To enhance the ControlTL™ System range performance when paired with the Canon 580EX, 580EX II and 430EX flashes, PocketWizard developed the AC7 Hard Shield.
-The body of the AC7 Hard Shield is made with a material that effectively blocks RF interference (EMI) from clouding the FlexTT5 antenna.  To block noise traveling through  connections in the hot shoe, an electronic filter has been added to a hot shoe built into the AC7.  Combined, the AC7 shield allows the FlexTT5 to receive transmissions at distances 300 to 500% farther then before and well within the range of most off-camera lighting needs.  [http://www.pocketwizard.com/products/transmitter_receiver/ac7%20rf%20hard%20shield/ Read more...]
+The body of the AC7 Hard Shield is made with a material that effectively blocks RF interference (EMI) from clouding the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 antenna.  To block noise traveling through  connections in the hot shoe, an electronic filter has been added to a hot shoe built into the AC7.  Combined, the AC7 shield allows the FlexTT5 to receive transmissions at distances 300 to 500% farther then before and well within the range of most off-camera lighting needs.  [http://www.pocketwizard.com/products/transmitter_receiver/ac7%20rf%20hard%20shield/ Read more...]
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-These flashes include the 600EX-RT, 430EX II,  550EX and the 270EX. The 430EX II provides almost as much light as the bigger 580EX II. This flash is smaller and less expensive then the 580EX II.  Another alternative is the 270EX flash.  The range of this flash is almost as good as the 430EX II.  It is compact and easy to carry with the FlexTT5.
+These flashes include the 600EX-RT II, 600EX-RT, 430EX II,  550EX and the 270EX. The 430EX II provides almost as much light as the bigger 580EX II. This flash is smaller and less expensive then the 580EX II.  Another alternative is the 270EX flash.  The range of this flash is almost as good as the 430EX II.  It is compact and easy to carry with the FlexTT5.
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-==Mount your flash on one light stand and your FlexTT5 Transceiver on another stand.==
+==Mount your flash on one light stand and your FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 Transceiver on another stand.==
 Just be sure there is at least 18" between the Flash and the FlexTT5.
-- Use a wide dual light bracket to separate the FlexTT5 Transciever from the flash.
+- Use a wide dual light bracket to separate the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 Transciever from the flash.
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 =Hardware Options=
 ==Use a Canon OC-E3 cord.==
-Ideally, use the cord with a ferrite choke added to the end of the cord nearest the flash, to separate the flash from the FlexTT5/ FlexTT6 Transceiver.
+Ideally, use the cord with a ferrite choke added to the end of the cord nearest the flash, to separate the flash from the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 Transceiver.
 For best performance, the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 should be 18” or more away from the flash and ideally positioned above it (the higher the radio, the better the reception). For best results, the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6 should be positioned at least five feet off the ground.  This should increase range from 200 to 500%.

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−	'''''SPECIAL NOTE''''': Some Canon flash models emit RF interference that can reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including the FlexTT5. Those models include: ~~430 EX~~, 580EX, 580EX II and others. See the [[Canon Compatibility]] page for more information. For those model flashes, please consider the mounting suggestions in the pictures above to optimize range. If using Canon’s off shoe cord OC-E3, consider adding a ferrite clamp on the cable near the flash to further increase range.	+	'''''SPECIAL NOTE''''': Some Canon flash models emit RF interference that can reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including the FlexTT5 / FlexTT6. Those models include: 430EX, 430EX III-RT, 580EX, 580EX II and others. See the [[Canon Compatibility]] page for more information. For those model flashes, please consider the mounting suggestions in the pictures above to optimize range. If using Canon’s off shoe cord OC-E3, consider adding a ferrite clamp on the cable near the flash to further increase range.