LPA Design has launched its newest
product, the budget-friendly PocketWizard PlusX transceiver. Priced at
$99 in the US and £89.99 in the UK - with a twin set available for
£169.99 -, the PocketWizard PlusX is billed as the perfect entry into
the PocketWizard Wireless System with the same range and reliability as
the manufacturer’s PocketWizard Plus line of radios. The 10 Channel
PlusX uses PocketWizard’s patented “Auto-Sensing Transceiver Technology”
which means it will automatically switch between transmit and receive
as needed. Users just turn it on, connect it to the flash or camera and
set the channel using its simple, rotary-dial. The PlusX automatically
figures out what it needs to do to trigger remote flashes or cameras.
The PlusX is compatible with all PocketWizard transmitters and receivers
including PocketWizard-enabled photo gear from Profoto, Dynalite,
Norman, Photogenic and Sekonic light meters. Availability is slated for
mid-March.
LPA Press Release
PocketWizard® Announces Easy-to-Use Plus®X Transceiver for Wireless Flash and Camera Triggering
Simplest PocketWizard ever is ideal entry into the PocketWizard wireless system of products
So. Burlington, VT – March 1, 2013 –
LPA Design, manufacturers of PocketWizard Photo Products, the world
leader in wireless control of cameras, flash lighting and light meters,
today announces the immediate availability of its new PlusX Auto-Sensing
Transceiver.
The high-quality PocketWizard PlusX is
the perfect entry into the PocketWizard Wireless System with the same
range and reliability of its renowned Plus line of radios. Whether new
to off-camera flash or remote camera triggering, or a seasoned
professional looking to expand their PocketWizard wireless triggering
system, the PlusX is the perfect choice. And as the user’s technical
needs grow, the versatile PlusX will continue to work with any other
PocketWizard radios that a photographer adds to their gear box.
The 10 Channel PlusX uses
PocketWizard’s patented “Auto-Sensing Transceiver Technology” which
means it will automatically switch between transmit and receive as
needed. Users just turn it on, connect it to the flash or camera and set
the channel using its simple, rotary-dial. The PlusX automatically
figures out what it needs to do to trigger remote flashes or cameras.
Using the same side-profile design of the PocketWizard Plus III radio,
the PlusX has an internal antenna to minimize obstruction and increase
durability.
“The new PlusX transceiver adds to the
legendary Plus reliability that so many photographers have come to
trust on all their photographic assignments,” said Dave Schmidt, Vice
President of Marketing at LPA Design, the company that manufacturers
PocketWizard Photo Products. “Working on a budget should not mean
sacrificing performance or reliability.”
The PlusX is compatible with all
PocketWizard transmitters and receivers including PocketWizard-enabled
photo gear from Profoto, Dynalite, Norman, Photogenic and Sekonic light
meters. The PocketWizard Wireless System allows for total flexibility
with whatever lights or cameras a photographer may be working with.
PlusX Features include:
10 Channels
With the PlusX’s 10 digitally coded Standard Channels, users can claim their own channel for exclusive triggering when working with other photographers at crowded events. Photographers can use different channels for different setups and select them simply and intuitively with the turn of a dial. And these 10 channels are compatible with every PocketWizard ever made1 set to Standard Channels 1 – 10. (1radios of the same frequency; in the United States, the PocketWizard PlusX operates on an FCC-approved frequency of 344MHz. In other markets it operates on a CE-approved frequency of 433MHz)
Backlit Channel Dial
Setting channels is as easy as turning a dial. The backlit channel dial clearly displays the channel and because the backlight consumes so little power it stays on all the time for convenience.
With the PlusX’s 10 digitally coded Standard Channels, users can claim their own channel for exclusive triggering when working with other photographers at crowded events. Photographers can use different channels for different setups and select them simply and intuitively with the turn of a dial. And these 10 channels are compatible with every PocketWizard ever made1 set to Standard Channels 1 – 10. (1radios of the same frequency; in the United States, the PocketWizard PlusX operates on an FCC-approved frequency of 344MHz. In other markets it operates on a CE-approved frequency of 433MHz)
Backlit Channel Dial
Setting channels is as easy as turning a dial. The backlit channel dial clearly displays the channel and because the backlight consumes so little power it stays on all the time for convenience.
Internal Antenna
The PlusX features a durable, side profile design with an unobtrusive, internal antenna minimizing visual obstruction between the photographer and their subject. By utilizing an internal antenna, there’s no chance to kink or break it when on location. The total height of the transceiver and antenna is 4.2 inches, and it weighs less than 4 ounces, including batteries.
The PlusX features a durable, side profile design with an unobtrusive, internal antenna minimizing visual obstruction between the photographer and their subject. By utilizing an internal antenna, there’s no chance to kink or break it when on location. The total height of the transceiver and antenna is 4.2 inches, and it weighs less than 4 ounces, including batteries.
Easily Connected / Cable Port
On the user’s camera, the PlusX slides into the hot shoe with no cables required. For remotes, it features one do-it-all miniphone (3.5mm or 1/8”) sync port. The miniphone connector is much more reliable than a PC connection and every PlusX comes complete with a miniphone-to-miniphone cable, a miniphone-to-phono (1/4” or 6.3mm) adapter for triggering the majority of modern flashes, and a miniphone to locking PC cable for triggering some remote speedlights or for using a PlusX on-camera when the user can’t put it in a hot shoe. Other miniphone connector cables are available for major brands of lighting equipment in a variety of lengths. Dedicated remote camera triggering cables are also available for popular camera systems.
On the user’s camera, the PlusX slides into the hot shoe with no cables required. For remotes, it features one do-it-all miniphone (3.5mm or 1/8”) sync port. The miniphone connector is much more reliable than a PC connection and every PlusX comes complete with a miniphone-to-miniphone cable, a miniphone-to-phono (1/4” or 6.3mm) adapter for triggering the majority of modern flashes, and a miniphone to locking PC cable for triggering some remote speedlights or for using a PlusX on-camera when the user can’t put it in a hot shoe. Other miniphone connector cables are available for major brands of lighting equipment in a variety of lengths. Dedicated remote camera triggering cables are also available for popular camera systems.
Auto-Sensing Transceiver
With PocketWizard’s patented Auto-Sensing Transceiver technology, the PlusX Transceiver will instantly and intelligently switch between transmitter and receiver modes keeping setup as simple as possible. The PlusX may be set to transmit (Tx) only, when desired.
With PocketWizard’s patented Auto-Sensing Transceiver technology, the PlusX Transceiver will instantly and intelligently switch between transmitter and receiver modes keeping setup as simple as possible. The PlusX may be set to transmit (Tx) only, when desired.
Auto-Relay Mode
PocketWizard’s Auto-Sensing Transceiver technology lets users trigger a remote camera in sync with remote flashes using only three PocketWizard radios: the one in their hands, a PlusX cabled to a remote camera, and the one connected to a remote flash. The PlusX cabled to a remote camera will receive a radio signal and trigger the camera’s motor drive, then switch to transmit mode and trigger PocketWizard-connected remote flashes, all automatically. The sequence can be started by simply pressing the TEST button of any PocketWizard Transmitter. Remote cameras require remote shutter release cables.
PocketWizard’s Auto-Sensing Transceiver technology lets users trigger a remote camera in sync with remote flashes using only three PocketWizard radios: the one in their hands, a PlusX cabled to a remote camera, and the one connected to a remote flash. The PlusX cabled to a remote camera will receive a radio signal and trigger the camera’s motor drive, then switch to transmit mode and trigger PocketWizard-connected remote flashes, all automatically. The sequence can be started by simply pressing the TEST button of any PocketWizard Transmitter. Remote cameras require remote shutter release cables.
Status Indicator/Battery Life Indicator
The PlusX features a tri-color LED status indicator that serves two functions. When the PlusX sends or receives a triggering signal, the LED will glow red. During normal operation, the indicator will blink a single green blink meaning it is operating normally and the battery life is above 50%. It will blink a double amber blink when the battery is below 50% but above 25% and it will blink three red blinks when the battery life is below 25% and it’s crucial to replace the batteries.
The PlusX features a tri-color LED status indicator that serves two functions. When the PlusX sends or receives a triggering signal, the LED will glow red. During normal operation, the indicator will blink a single green blink meaning it is operating normally and the battery life is above 50%. It will blink a double amber blink when the battery is below 50% but above 25% and it will blink three red blinks when the battery life is below 25% and it’s crucial to replace the batteries.
Transmit Only Mode
There are times when a photographer only wants their radio to transmit, usually when two or more photographers are sharing a set of lights. By enabling transmit only mode, users can disable the receive mode and auto relay functions to make sure their radio is just transmitting.
There are times when a photographer only wants their radio to transmit, usually when two or more photographers are sharing a set of lights. By enabling transmit only mode, users can disable the receive mode and auto relay functions to make sure their radio is just transmitting.
Range and Reliability
PocketWizard Plus radios are known for their range and reliability. Although the PlusX costs less than other PocketWizard radios, users will still get the range and reliability they expect from a PocketWizard product.
PocketWizard Plus radios are known for their range and reliability. Although the PlusX costs less than other PocketWizard radios, users will still get the range and reliability they expect from a PocketWizard product.
Sync Speed
Ultra-fast microprocessors allow for reliable sync speeds of 1/250 seond for focal plane shutters and 1/500 second for leaf shutters.
Ultra-fast microprocessors allow for reliable sync speeds of 1/250 seond for focal plane shutters and 1/500 second for leaf shutters.
For more information visit: http://www.pocketwizard.com
About PocketWizard
Incorporating the latest radio technology, PocketWizard radio triggers exceed the demands of the professional and serious amateur photographer with durability, ease of use, advanced capabilities and legendary reliability. PocketWizard products, including the Plus®X, PLUS® III, PLUS® II, MultiMAX, MiniTT1® and FlexTT5® are made by LPA Design, based in South Burlington, Vermont and sold by distributors around the world including the MAC Group in the USA.
Incorporating the latest radio technology, PocketWizard radio triggers exceed the demands of the professional and serious amateur photographer with durability, ease of use, advanced capabilities and legendary reliability. PocketWizard products, including the Plus®X, PLUS® III, PLUS® II, MultiMAX, MiniTT1® and FlexTT5® are made by LPA Design, based in South Burlington, Vermont and sold by distributors around the world including the MAC Group in the USA.
JPDistribution Press Release
The Newest Member Of The PocketWizard Family
JP Distribution is excited to announce the introduction of the New Easy-to-Use PocketWizard® Plus®X Transceiver for Wireless Flash and Camera Triggering
The high-quality PlusX is the Simplest
PocketWizard ever and the perfect entry into the PocketWizard Wireless
System with the same range and reliability of its renowned Plus line of
radios.
The 10 Channel PlusX uses
PocketWizard’s patented “Auto-Sensing Transceiver Technology” which
means it will automatically switch between transmit and receive as
needed. Users just turn it on, connect to the flash or camera and set
the channel using its simple, rotary-dial.
“The new PlusX transceiver adds to the
legendary Plus reliability that so many photographers have come to
trust on all their photographic assignments,” said Dave Schmidt, Vice
President of Marketing at LPA Design, the company that manufacturers
PocketWizard Photo Products. “Working on a budget should not mean
sacrificing performance or reliability.”
The PlusX is compatible with all
PocketWizard transmitters and receivers and uses the same side-profile
design of the PocketWizard Plus lll radio, the PlusX has an internal
antenna to minimize obstruction and increase durability.
PLUS X Features Include:
10 Channels
Auto-Sensing Transceiver
Transmit Only Mode
PLUS X Features Include:
10 Channels
Auto-Sensing Transceiver
Transmit Only Mode
Backlit Channel Dial
Internal Antenna
Easily Connected / Cable Port
Internal Antenna
Easily Connected / Cable Port
Auto-Relay Mode
Status Indicator/Battery Life Indicator
Range and Reliability
Status Indicator/Battery Life Indicator
Range and Reliability
AVAILABILITY MARCH 2013
(Pre-order’s being taken now)
PRICING
The PocketWizard PlusX will be available to purchase as a single unit and as a twin set.
PocketWizard PlusX:
£89.99 Inc VAT (JP Code 380119)
£89.99 Inc VAT (JP Code 380119)
PocketWizard PlusX Twin Set:
£169.99 Inc VAT (JP Code 380120)
£169.99 Inc VAT (JP Code 380120)
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