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With the latest public release candidate, or beta firmware, you get to play with ControlTL or MultiMAX* firmware and features currently being developed and assist us in the final stages before a “Final Release” is available.  Anyone can participate in the beta lab but you should be very comfortable using the PocketWizard Utility and willing and able to provide detailed feedback of your experiences using the beta firmware.  If that’s you, then follow the steps below to begin your own beta test.
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With the latest public release candidate, or beta firmware, you get to try out [[MiniTT1 and FlexTT5]] or other radios' firmware and features currently being developed and assist us in the final stages before a “Final Release” is available.  Anyone can participate in the [http://www.pocketwizard.com/support/downloads/beta beta lab] but you should be very comfortable using the [[PocketWizard Utility]] and be willing and able to provide [http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/inquiry/ detailed feedback] of your experiences using the beta firmware.  If that’s you, then follow the steps below to begin your own beta test.
  
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== Current Betas ==  
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== Current Firmware ==  
  
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===MiniTT1 & FlexTT5 for Canon===
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Release notes for all current firmware can be found here:  [http://www.pocketwizard.com/support/downloads/]
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The current ControlTL beta Canon firmware is: {{latestcanon}} This beta release is available for both FCC and CE radios. Click [{{canonbeta}} here] to learn more about this beta release.
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Click [http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=Canon_Compatibility here] for beta release plan of compatibility with new Canon gear.  
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You must be using [[PocketWizard Utility]] version 1.54 or later before installing these firmware version.
  
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IMPORTANT: You must be using PocketWizard Utility version 1.35 (see below) before installing beta firmware {{latestcanon}} for Canon.
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===MiniTT1 & FlexTT5 for Canon===
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The current [[Canon_Compatibility|ControlTL Canon]] firmware is {{latestcanon}}. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios.  There is no beta release at this time.
  
  
 
===MiniTT1 & FlexTT5 for Nikon===
 
===MiniTT1 & FlexTT5 for Nikon===
  
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The current ControlTL beta Nikon firmware is {{latestnikon}}. This beta release is available for both FCC and CE radios.  Click [{{nikonbeta}} here] to learn more about this ControlTL beta firmware release for Nikon.
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The current [[Nikon_Compatibility|ControlTL Nikon]] firmware is {{latestnikon}}. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios.  There is no beta release at this time.
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Click [http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=Nikon_Compatibility here] for beta release plan of compatibility with new Nikon gear.
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===PowerST4 for Elinchrom===
 
===PowerST4 for Elinchrom===
  
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{{latestst4}} Click [http://www.pocketwizard.com/upload/photos/322ST4_Firmware_Release_Notes_5.100.pdf here] to learn more about the recent release of Power ST4 Firmware Upgrade version 5.100.
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The current PowerST4 firmware is version {{latestst4}}. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.
  
  
 
===PowerMC2 for Einstein E640 Flash===
 
===PowerMC2 for Einstein E640 Flash===
  
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{{latestmc2}} Click [http://www.pocketwizard.com/upload/photos/883PowerMC2_Firmware_2.200_ReleaseNotes.pdf here] to learn more about the recent release of PowerMC2 Firmware Upgrade version 2.200.
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The current [[PowerMC2]] firmware is version {{latestmc2}}. There is no beta release at this time.
  
  
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===MultiMAX===
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===Plus III===
  
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{{latestmax}} Click [{{maxbeta}} here]  to learn more about the recent release of MultiMAX Firmware Upgrade Version 7.5.
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The current [[Plus III]] firmware is version {{latestP3}}. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.
  
  
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'''We need your FEEDBACK!'''  Feedback on the beta firmware should be sent to PocketWizard via the “Inquires Form” on our [http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/ “Contact”] page or simply email them to [mailto:betalab@pocketwizard.com betalab@pocketwizard.com] and put "beta" in the subject line.
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===MultiMAX===
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Updates to the Beta Lab will be posted to our [http://www.facebook.com/pocketwizards Facebook page.]
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==Utility 1.35==
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The current [[MultiMAX]] firmware is version {{latestmax}}. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios.  There is no beta release at this time.
  
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To see and run the latest beta firmware as mentioned above, you must be using PocketWizard Utility version 1.35. Click [http://www.pocketwizard.com/upload/photos/677Utility_Beta_1.35.pdf here] for more information on this Utility. PocketWizard Utility 1.35 can be downloaded by clicking the appropriate platform type here:
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Only MultiMAX's with a USB port are capable of downloading firmware. Some older MultiMAX units do not have a USB port.
  
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{| class="wikitable" style= border="1"
 
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| [http://utility.lpadesign.com/utility/PocketWizard%20Utility%20Setup_1_35.exe 1.35 for PC]
 
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| [http://utility.lpadesign.com/utility/PocketWizard%20Utility%201.35.dmg 1.35 for MAC]
 
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[[File:Betascreenshot1.png|center|800px|How to enable the beta firmware options.]]
 
  
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===Enabling Beta Firmware===
 
  
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1. To enable access to beta firmware, open PocketWizard Utility, and navigate down to the blue gear in the bottom left corner of the window.  
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'''We need your FEEDBACK!'''  Feedback on the beta firmware should be sent to PocketWizard via the “Inquires Form” on our [http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/ “Contact”] page or simply email them to [mailto:betalab@pocketwizard.com betalab@pocketwizard.com] and put "beta" in the subject line.
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Updates to the Beta Lab will be posted to our [http://www.facebook.com/pocketwizards Facebook page.]
  
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2. Navigate over to the "Firmware Updates" tab.
 
  
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3. Navigate down to the bottom and check "Yes, I would like to have access to Optional and Beta Test firmware."
 
  
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4. Click OK.
 
  
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5. Navigate to the [[Update Tab]].
 
  
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6. Click "Check for Updates."
 
  
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[[File:Firmware_updates_download_availability.png|center|600px|How to enable the beta firmware options.]]
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===Enabling Beta Firmware===
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[[File:Betascreenshot1.png|right|400px|How to enable the beta firmware options.]]
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#To enable access to beta firmware, open PocketWizard Utility, and navigate down to the blue gear in the bottom left corner of the window.
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#Navigate over to the "Firmware Updates" tab.
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#Navigate down to the bottom and check "Yes, I would like to have access to Optional and Beta Test firmware."
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#Click OK.
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#Navigate to the [[Update Tab]].
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#Click "Check for Updates."
  
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7. Navigate down to where it says "Optional Versions" and then select the option that matches your connected radio. Click OK and then follow the onscreen prompts that follow.
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[[File:Firmware_updates_download_availability.png|right|400px|How to enable the beta firmware options.]]
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Navigate down to where it says "Optional Versions" and then select the option that matches your connected radio. Click OK and then follow the onscreen prompts that follow.
  
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Feedback on the beta firmware should be sent to PocketWizard via the “[http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/inquiry/ Inquires Form]” on our “[http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/ Contact]” page or simply email them to [mailto:betalab@pocketwizard.com betalab@pocketwizard.com] and put "beta" in the subject line.
 
Feedback on the beta firmware should be sent to PocketWizard via the “[http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/inquiry/ Inquires Form]” on our “[http://www.pocketwizard.com/contact/ Contact]” page or simply email them to [mailto:betalab@pocketwizard.com betalab@pocketwizard.com] and put "beta" in the subject line.
 
   
 
   
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* Only MultiMAX's with a USB port are capable of downloading firmware.  Some older MultiMAX units do not have a USB port.
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Revision as of 09:54, 5 August 2014

With the latest public release candidate, or beta firmware, you get to try out MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 or other radios' firmware and features currently being developed and assist us in the final stages before a “Final Release” is available. Anyone can participate in the beta lab but you should be very comfortable using the PocketWizard Utility and be willing and able to provide detailed feedback of your experiences using the beta firmware. If that’s you, then follow the steps below to begin your own beta test.

Current Firmware

Release notes for all current firmware can be found here: [1]

You must be using PocketWizard Utility version 1.54 or later before installing these firmware version.


MiniTT1 & FlexTT5 for Canon

The current ControlTL Canon firmware is 6.905. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.


MiniTT1 & FlexTT5 for Nikon

The current ControlTL Nikon firmware is 3.909. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.


PowerST4 for Elinchrom

The current PowerST4 firmware is version 5.400. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.


PowerMC2 for Einstein E640 Flash

The current PowerMC2 firmware is version 2.402/3 (FCC/CE). There is no beta release at this time.


Plus III

The current Plus III firmware is version 1.212. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.


MultiMAX

The current MultiMAX firmware is version 7.53. This release is available for both FCC and CE radios. There is no beta release at this time.

Only MultiMAX's with a USB port are capable of downloading firmware. Some older MultiMAX units do not have a USB port.


We need your FEEDBACK! Feedback on the beta firmware should be sent to PocketWizard via the “Inquires Form” on our “Contact” page or simply email them to betalab@pocketwizard.com and put "beta" in the subject line. Updates to the Beta Lab will be posted to our Facebook page.




Enabling Beta Firmware

How to enable the beta firmware options.
  1. To enable access to beta firmware, open PocketWizard Utility, and navigate down to the blue gear in the bottom left corner of the window.
  2. Navigate over to the "Firmware Updates" tab.
  3. Navigate down to the bottom and check "Yes, I would like to have access to Optional and Beta Test firmware."
  4. Click OK.
  5. Navigate to the Update Tab.
  6. Click "Check for Updates."


How to enable the beta firmware options.

Navigate down to where it says "Optional Versions" and then select the option that matches your connected radio. Click OK and then follow the onscreen prompts that follow.


For a beta program to to be of value to us in improving the PocketWizard ControlTL firmware, we need feedback on your experiences with testing the beta firmware. Feedback can include your opinion of overall functionality or any bugs or issues you may have encountered. When providing feedback, the more detail you can provide the better. Please ALWAYS include the following:

  • beta firmware release version number
  • Camera being used (brand & model #)
  • Flashes being used(brand & model #)
  • PocketWizard models being used


If possible, the following information would also be useful but is not required:

  • Camera settings
  • Flash settings
  • Location information (indoor, outdoor)
  • Any potential radio interference sources
  • Anything else that may help us understand your photo environment and situation.
  • Computer system info
  • Best way to contact you should follow-up be necessary

Feedback on the beta firmware should be sent to PocketWizard via the “Inquires Form” on our “Contact” page or simply email them to betalab@pocketwizard.com and put "beta" in the subject line.

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