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What are the specifications for a mini-jack shutter cord?

It is not just Canon bodies. Almost every brand of camera that uses a mini-stereo jack has the exact same pinout: The tip is the full press wire, the middle is the half press wire, and the base is the …
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What are the differences and adventages of using a PC Terminal vs Hot Shoe?

Wireless triggers can also attach to a hot shoe. Some wireless units only transmit a single signal, like the old PC connection, that tells the flash to fire. …
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Does the N3 socket/connector provide any advantage over the E3 counterpart?

There is no essential difference between the two types of connections other than the shape and arrangement of the connectors. The N3 socket on the camera body is probably easier to make weather sealed …
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What triggers are need it to fire a YN568ex III for nikon?

First off, please be sure to get the Nikon version of the YN568EX III. It will have the YN568EX III name displayed in gold lettering. The Canon version has silver lettering. If you want to use radio …
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Is there a list of all the EOS cameras using the T3 vertical release?

There were several early EOS cameras that used the T3 connector for both wired remotes and to connect a vertical shutter release. Many of those early models are listed at this link that was current as …
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What do I need to trigger 2 external flash units from a D5100?

If you only want to use the flashes in manual mode, I recommend radio triggers. You can pick up a set with one transmitter and two receivers for around $30USD. I use this set occasionally. …
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Does Yongnuo YN622C TX/RX accept rechargeable NiMh AA batteries?

I've been using the YN622C-TX and YN622C transceivers for about the last four years. I think I have gone through maybe three or four sets of alkaline batteries in the TX. The transmitters and receiv …
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How do I set my Yongnuo YN-622C II triggers so that I can put my 580EX II into Manual mode?

Confirm that the flash is set to "neutral" default settings. If it isn't, whatever setting you've set on the flash's control panel will override the trigger. Ditto for the trigger. If it's set to anyt …
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Is the remote controller adapter RA-E3 conversion cable sold outside the 60Da bundle?

The adapter should work to allow any accessories with an N3 connector to be used with a Canon camera having an E3 (stereo mini plug) socket. Amazon once sold such an adapter in the U.S., but it is no …
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Can I control the power and group on a single-pin flash using a manual trigger?

When using a third party trigger with a different brand third party flash, the only way to know for sure is to test it or find someone else who has tested it and can confirm that what you want to do w …
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How can I fire a single canon 430ex flash remotely from a Canon 6D camera?

In addition to a radio trigger, you might consider an off camera shoe cord. They come in lengths from 1.5' to 10'. They are a very economical option for getting the flash off camera while still retain …
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