PocketWizard Plus Ve Transceiver
Simple. Compatible. Reliable. Built on the reliability and simplicity of the PocketWizard Plus legacy and loaded with new features and functionality, the PocketWizard Plus Ve Trans ceiver is the ultimate in performance and value for manually triggering off-camera flash and remote cameras. The Plus Ve is an Auto-Sensing Transceiver which means it will automatically switch between transmit and receive as needed. It uses our E Release firmware protocol exclusively to bring your remote triggering to the next level with extended range and reliability. This radio has 32 E Flash Channels with 6 Zones and 80 Long Range Camera Channels with 5 Zones. It also has a color OLED display and a long lasting rechargeable lithium ion battery. The Plus Ve is compatible with any other PocketWizard that can be upgraded to the E Release firmware protocol, using the same frequency, making it the perfect addition to existing gear. Designed for all photographers, from top professionals shooting in demanding environments to the hobbyist who is just getting started in the world of remote photography, the Plus Ve is designed for easy setup and rock solid reliability. 32 + 80 Channels With the PocketWizard Plus Ve Transceiver’s 32 Flash Channels and 80 Long Range Camera Channels, finding an open Channel is easy. Photographers working in a busy environment, including wedding halls, sports arenas or busy studios, can dial in a channel as simply as pushing a button. Hex-Zone Triggering Selective Hex-Zone Triggering keeps you shooting photos, not running back and forth to your lighting or cameras. Without leaving the camera position, you can wirelessly activate or deactivate your remote flashes in 6 separately controllable zones: A, B, C, D, E or F. The Plus Ve has 5 separate zones for remote cameras: A, B, C, D, or E. This is ideal when using multiple lighting setups or turning remote cameras on and off as needed. Auto-Sensing Transceiver Technology With our patented Auto-Sensing Transceiver technology, the Plus Ve Transceiver is one smart radio. When set to TxRx, it will instantly and intelligently switch between transmitter and receiver modes as needed for greater flexibility on the job. The Plus Ve may be set to transmit (Tx) or receive (Rx) only when needed. Two-Stage Remote Camera Triggering The Plus Ve Transceiver is the perfect solution for remote camera triggering. To pre trigger your remote camera, simply half press the E Zone button and your remote Plus Ve will automatically wake up your remote camera and pre trigger it so it’s ready to shoot whenever you are. This feature requires a receiving Plus Ve, Plus IIIe, or Plus IVe, and ACC cables. Auto-Relay Mode Our Auto-Sensing Transceiver technology lets you trigger a remote camera in sync with remote flashes using only 3 PocketWizard radios: the one in your hands, a Plus Ve cabled to your remote camera, and another connected to your remote flash. The Plus Ve cabled to your remote camera will receive a radio signal and trigger the camera’s motor drive, then switch to transmit mode and trigger your PocketWizard-connected remote flashes, all automatically. Start the sequence by simply pressing the TEST button of the PocketWizard Transmitter in your hands. The remote camera will require the appropriate remote camera cable. Long Range Capability Under ideal conditions, the Plus Ve Transceiver works up to 500 meters (1600 feet). Shooting environments are seldom ideal, so the Plus Ve incorporates two range extending modes for the challenges of the real world. Use Long Range Mode (LR) to nearly double the effective triggering distance in almost any environment. In our testing, Long Range mode reached up to 6.4 kilometers (4 miles). Simple User Interface The Plus Ve has an intuitive user interface where all channels, zones and modes can be easily engaged via a soft-touch keypad, and displayed on an easy-to-read backlit color OLED display. Sync Speed Ultra-fast microprocessors allow for reliable sync speeds of 1/250 for focal plane shutters and 1/500 for leaf shutters. Easy to Connect On your camera, the Plus Ve slides into the hot shoe with no cables required. For your remotes, it features one do-it-all sync port. The industry-standard miniphone (3.5mm or 1/8″) connector is much more reliable than a PC connection. 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. E Release Compatible The Plus Ve is compatible with all products using the E Release firmware protocol and frequency*. This includes PocketWizard Plus IIIe, Plus IVe, Power MC2, FlexTT5, and FlexTT6 radios that have been upgraded. It is also compatible with the Raven from Fusion TLC as well as Sekonic light meters that have been upgraded to the E Release firmware. (*FCC and CE PocketWizard radios work on different frequencies) Super Compact Size The Plus Ve is our smallest PocketWizard yet! This radio has an unobtrusive, internal antenna protected in the unit itself so, there’s no chance to kink or break it when on location. The total height of the transceiver and antenna is only 3.5 inches, and it weighs 2.5 ounces, including battery. The hot shoe can be taken off to reveal the 1/4″-20 mounting thread and to condense the size even more. This is especially helpful if you are remotely triggering your camera and want to hide your transmitting radio in your hand. Power The Plus IVe uses a rechargeable 800 mAh Lithium-Ion battery that can run the Plus Ve for about 35 hours. The battery can be replaced by the consumer. An AC adapter with a programmable timer can be used to power the unit for extended periods if you power cycle the outlet every 12 hours. The captive battery door won’t get lost. Features: Auto-sensing transceiver with TxRx mode switching 112 available channels (32 flash, 80 camera) Two-stage remote camera triggering Auto-relay mode for syncing cameras with flashes 6 controllable zones for flash triggering 5 zones for remote camera control E Release firmware technology with extended range Up to 500 meters range (1600 feet) under ideal conditions Long Range Mode for doubled effective distance Manual flash triggering with sync port or hot shoe Compact design under 5.25 inches tall Removable hot shoe assembly Only 0.25 lbs including batteries Rechargeable lithium ion battery 35 hours battery life in TxRx mode 55 hours battery life in Tx Only mode 0.75" OLED display Soft-touch keypad interface Compatible with E Release firmware PocketWizard radios RF interference resistant Compatible With: Optional Accessories (Sold Separately): Isolation bar, trigger buttons, camera motor drive cables, PC cables and adapters, flash sync cables and protective case Basic Compatibility: The Plus Ve is a radio transceiver, capable of acting as a transmitter or receiver for triggering remote flashes and cameras. It requires at least one other E Release compatible PocketWizard radio for wireless triggering. It can be connected to almost any remote flash or camera with the proper cable. Detailed Compatibility: The Plus Ve can only use the E Release firmware protocol and will not work with radios using our Legacy firmware. It is not compatible with PocketWizard radios that cannot be upgraded to the E Release, such as older Plus and MultiMAX units, or with flashes or light meters that have internal PocketWizard radios. It is compatible with E Release upgraded PocketWizard radios such as the Plus IIIe, Plus IVe, PowerMC2, FlexTT5, and FlexTT6. It is also compatible with the Raven from Fusion TLC and with Sekonic meters or modules that have been upgraded to the E Release firmware protocol. Compatible for use with industry standard hot shoes, PC sync terminals, etc. Safe 3 volts sync voltage for modern digital camera systems. Compatible with most flashes and triggering circuits. Can handle up to 100 volts. See our cables and adapters section for appropriate connecting cables. PocketWizard radios are made in two different frequencies, based on regulations and approval from local governments. FCC frequency units are allowed in the US and South America, while CE frequency radios are used for most of the rest of the world. A CE radio cannot talk to an FCC radio and vice versa. Please see our Wiki for details about frequency or contact us if you have any questions. NOTE: the Plus Ve is currently available with FCC frequency. We are waiting for approval for IC (Industry Canada) at this time. CE frequency units will be shipped later in the year. Dimensions: 2 x 3.5 x 0.7" (WxHxD) Weight: 0.15 lbs (with batteries installed) Materials: High Impact Plastic with Captive Battery Door, Removable Hot Shoe Manufacturer SKU: 13550 In The Box: PocketWizard Plus Ve TransceiverRechargeable Lithium-Ion BatteryLanyardLimited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty Note: The Plus Ve is NOT backwards compatible with PocketWizard radios using Legacy firmware (Plus, Plus II, Max, MultiMAX, MultiMAX II).
