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The Raven can trigger 2 different brands of remotes at the same time. It is currently compatible with PocketWizard, Paul C Buff, Profoto, and Godox. Other manufacturers are in the works. For more detailed compatibility with other brands, please visit the [https://fusiontlc.com/pages/camera-and-flash-compatibilities Fusion TLC compatibility] page. | The Raven can trigger 2 different brands of remotes at the same time. It is currently compatible with PocketWizard, Paul C Buff, Profoto, and Godox. Other manufacturers are in the works. For more detailed compatibility with other brands, please visit the [https://fusiontlc.com/pages/camera-and-flash-compatibilities Fusion TLC compatibility] page. | ||
| − | ==Basic Manual Flash Setup== | + | ==Basic Setup with PocketWizard Radios== |
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| + | Before using a PocketWizard radio with your Raven, there are a few things to set up. | ||
| + | #Ensure that both your PocketWizard radios and the Raven have the most updated firmware version. | ||
| + | #Verify that the Raven is set to trigger a PocketWizard radio. From the Raven's main screen (Zone Selection Display), swipe from top down. | ||
| + | #Rotate the dial to the Brand icon and tap on it. | ||
| + | #Scroll through the first column until you see PocketWizard then press the check mark. | ||
| + | #Press the Back/home button to return to the main screen. | ||
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| + | ===Basic Manual Flash Setup=== | ||
#Connect a PocketWizard to a remote flash via the sync port. (if you are using a Plus IVe, slide the speedlight into the hot shoe) | #Connect a PocketWizard to a remote flash via the sync port. (if you are using a Plus IVe, slide the speedlight into the hot shoe) | ||
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For more details, please see the [https://fusiontlc.com/pages/setting-up-pocketwizard-radios-to-the-raven-for-lighting Fusion TLC Setting up PocketWizard radios] page. | For more details, please see the [https://fusiontlc.com/pages/setting-up-pocketwizard-radios-to-the-raven-for-lighting Fusion TLC Setting up PocketWizard radios] page. | ||
| − | ==Basic TTL Flash Setup== | + | ===Basic TTL Flash Setup=== |
#Connect a PocketWizard FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 to a remote speedlight. (note: check the [[Canon]] or [[Nikon]] Wiki pages for compatibility if needed) | #Connect a PocketWizard FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 to a remote speedlight. (note: check the [[Canon]] or [[Nikon]] Wiki pages for compatibility if needed) | ||
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For more details, please see the [https://fusiontlc.com/pages/setting-up-pocketwizard-radios-to-the-raven-for-lighting Fusion TLC Setting up PocketWizard radios] page. | For more details, please see the [https://fusiontlc.com/pages/setting-up-pocketwizard-radios-to-the-raven-for-lighting Fusion TLC Setting up PocketWizard radios] page. | ||
| − | ==Basic Remote Camera Triggering== | + | ===Basic Remote Camera Triggering=== |
#Connect a PocketWizard Plus IIIe or Plus IVe to the remote camera cable and connect the other end of the cable to your camera's remote port. | #Connect a PocketWizard Plus IIIe or Plus IVe to the remote camera cable and connect the other end of the cable to your camera's remote port. | ||
Latest revision as of 16:09, 18 September 2022
The Raven by Fusion TLC is a revolutionary new universal lighting and camera trigger that uses the new PocketWizard E Release protocol. Using a Raven on your camera, the unit will pair perfectly with your PocketWizard radios. You can also add new products to your system as the Raven is also designed to work with Paul C Buff, Profoto, and Godox flashes. This groundbreaking new product will let you trigger 2 different systems at the same time, while keeping all of the features that are available for both brands. The Raven takes the features of the FlexTT5 and AC3, plus special timing functions from our legendary flagship MultiMAX radios, then adds some groundbreaking new features, and combines them all into one easy to use unit. Learn more
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Compatibility
The Raven is compatible with several different manufacturers. This wiki page will primarily include information about using the Raven with PocketWizard radios.
PocketWizard
The Raven can communicate with any PocketWizard that uses the E Release technology. It is compatible with the Plus IIIe, Plus IVe, FlexTT5, FlexTT6, and PowerMC2 radios. If your PocketWizard radios have not been upgraded to the E Release, you can learn more about it here.
Other Manufacturers
The Raven can trigger 2 different brands of remotes at the same time. It is currently compatible with PocketWizard, Paul C Buff, Profoto, and Godox. Other manufacturers are in the works. For more detailed compatibility with other brands, please visit the Fusion TLC compatibility page.
Basic Setup with PocketWizard Radios
Before using a PocketWizard radio with your Raven, there are a few things to set up.
- Ensure that both your PocketWizard radios and the Raven have the most updated firmware version.
- Verify that the Raven is set to trigger a PocketWizard radio. From the Raven's main screen (Zone Selection Display), swipe from top down.
- Rotate the dial to the Brand icon and tap on it.
- Scroll through the first column until you see PocketWizard then press the check mark.
- Press the Back/home button to return to the main screen.
Basic Manual Flash Setup
- Connect a PocketWizard to a remote flash via the sync port. (if you are using a Plus IVe, slide the speedlight into the hot shoe)
- Turn on the flash and set it to manual, then turn on the PocketWizard.
- Slide the Raven into your camera's hot shoe. Turn on the Raven, then the camera.
- Press the test button on the Raven to trigger the remote flash.
- Ensure the Zone you are using on the remote PocketWizard is set to manual on the Raven.
- Take photos normally
For more details, please see the Fusion TLC Setting up PocketWizard radios page.
Basic TTL Flash Setup
- Connect a PocketWizard FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 to a remote speedlight. (note: check the Canon or Nikon Wiki pages for compatibility if needed)
- Turn on the flash and set it to TTL. Do not use remote or slave. Turn on the PocketWizard. You should see a confirmation pop after a couple seconds
- Slide the Raven into your camera's hot shoe. Turn on the Raven, then the camera.
- Press the test button on the Raven to trigger the remote flash.
- Ensure the Zone you are using on the remote PocketWizard is set to TTL on the Raven.
- Take photos normally.
For more details, please see the Fusion TLC Setting up PocketWizard radios page.
Basic Remote Camera Triggering
- Connect a PocketWizard Plus IIIe or Plus IVe to the remote camera cable and connect the other end of the cable to your camera's remote port.
- Turn on the PocketWizard then turn on the remote camera. Change the PocketWizard's setting to either LR or Rx LR.
- Slide the Raven into your camera's hot shoe. Turn on the Raven, then the camera.
- Swipe right to left on the Raven. This brings you to the camera triggering screen. Tap the Master icon.
- Tap on the Zone you want to use so it is highlighted.
- Tap on the PING icon, you should see a green circle around the Zone you chose.
- Take pictures normally.
For more details, please see the Fusion TLC Remote Camera Triggering page.
