SolidxSnake Goldmember  1,656 posts Likes: 2 Joined Nov 2007 More info | May 12, 2008 02:04 | #46 I was having trouble today with my triggers... I have a 1/2 wave internal antenna. The flash was roughly 2-3 ft away from the camera. Camera was in vertical position, so the transmitter was facing to the left, and the flash was to the right. When I had my camera up to my face and took a shot, it didn't fire, when I pulled it away and pressed the test button it did fire. Troubleshooting 101 (see also: LightRules,perryge):
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tim Light Bringer  51,010 posts Likes: 375 Joined Nov 2004 Location: Wellington, New Zealand More info | May 12, 2008 02:07 | #47 The triggers don't work up close - stand further away. Professional wedding photographer, solution architect and general technical guy with multiple Amazon Web Services certifications.
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May 12, 2008 04:07 | #48 SolidxSnake wrote in post #5506473  I was having trouble today with my triggers... I have a 1/2 wave internal antenna. The flash was roughly 2-3 ft away from the camera. Camera was in vertical position, so the transmitter was facing to the left, and the flash was to the right. When I had my camera up to my face and took a shot, it didn't fire, when I pulled it away and pressed the test button it did fire. Anyone care to do a close-range test? Mine fires no matter how near, just tested after I read your post:
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GuGu Member 31 posts Joined Mar 2008 Location: California More info | May 12, 2008 14:04 | #49 strobe monkey wrote in post #5506173 Glad to hear it now works. Amazing isn't it? Did you put the antenna back inside? Thanks. I have not put the antenna back inside yet. Maybe I will put it back inside and try the test again this week. SolidxSnake wrote in post #5506473 Anyone care to do a close-range test? I was having similar problems yesterday. I was about 3-4 ft. away from my receivers with flashes on them. One on the left and one on the right. When I try to take a photo, I have the following issues (one or the other, and sometimes a good photo). Canon 40D + EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
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May 12, 2008 19:07 | #50 My new Cactus V2s receivers were delivered this afternoon.I just tested them and one is DOA. What a nightmare. I'm gonna email Gadget Infinity and see what they say. Hopefully I don't have to send it back to China.
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tim Light Bringer 51,010 posts Likes: 375 Joined Nov 2004 Location: Wellington, New Zealand More info | May 12, 2008 19:07 | #51 Have you tried new batteries? Professional wedding photographer, solution architect and general technical guy with multiple Amazon Web Services certifications.
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May 13, 2008 04:22 | #52 Ok, I got a reply from Gadget insanity within 24 hours. I was told to send back the item, but sending back is about half price of item. Item could get lost in transit, and recorded delivery costs even more. Im not prepared to wait for 2+ weeks. I'll just buy another one. Neutral feedback left to seller with explanation. R5, RF 85 f1.2L, RF 50 f1.8, 6D, EF16-35 F4L IS, EF50 f1.4, EF 100 f2.8 L Macro IS
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tim Light Bringer 51,010 posts Likes: 375 Joined Nov 2004 Location: Wellington, New Zealand More info | May 13, 2008 05:00 | #53 It's reasonable for them to ask for the faulty product back before sending a new one, else everyone would claim to have a faulty one. I had one faulty unit, shipping back to them cost me about five dollars, air mail. Sure it takes a little time. Professional wedding photographer, solution architect and general technical guy with multiple Amazon Web Services certifications.
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May 13, 2008 05:06 | #54 tim wrote in post #5513997 It's reasonable for them to ask for the faulty product back before sending a new one, else everyone would claim to have a faulty one. I had one faulty unit, shipping back to them cost me about five dollars, air mail. Sure it takes a little time. Yes I understand that, but they don't refund you back the postage you paid. I'll just get another one R5, RF 85 f1.2L, RF 50 f1.8, 6D, EF16-35 F4L IS, EF50 f1.4, EF 100 f2.8 L Macro IS
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Mfotography Senior Member  818 posts Joined Jan 2005 Location: buffalo ny More info | May 13, 2008 12:26 | #55 where can i pick these up? 1DX/ 1D4/ 6D/ 5D2/ Bunch of L's and Sigma's Fashion / Event Shooter
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rj.laroza Member  81 posts Joined Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA More info | May 13, 2008 13:36 | #56 ebay, search cactus v2s. or http://www.gadgetinfinity.com/ There will be times when you will be in the field without a camera. And, you will see the most glorious sunset or the most beautiful scene that you have ever witnessed. Don't be bitter because you can't record it. Sit down, drink it in, and enjoy it for what it is! ~DeGriff
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GuGu Member 31 posts Joined Mar 2008 Location: California More info | May 13, 2008 17:53 | #57 I think buying from Midewest Photo Exchange Canon 40D + EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
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May 14, 2008 03:57 | #58 Gu Gu wrote in post #5518242 I think buying from Midewest Photo Exchange would be better since they have a 15 days return/ exchange. Shipping is also cheap if using USPS, so sending the product back to them should not be a problem.I have never bought anything from them but I have seen some posts of other members who bought these V2s from them. Can anyone tell us their experience with mpex? I think its a better option to buy it in your home country if its available rather than chingchong. So if problem should arise (like me R5, RF 85 f1.2L, RF 50 f1.8, 6D, EF16-35 F4L IS, EF50 f1.4, EF 100 f2.8 L Macro IS
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GuGu Member 31 posts Joined Mar 2008 Location: California More info | May 14, 2008 11:37 | #59 I forgot to mention that Midwest Photo Exchange (mpex.com) is located at Columbus, OH 43202, USA. So, for US buyers, it's a reasonable place to buy from IMO. Recommended by Strobist Canon 40D + EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
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May 14, 2008 20:11 | #60 I just ordered another 2 V2s. 1 to replace the DOA, and 1 for my friend. Its addictive. LOL R5, RF 85 f1.2L, RF 50 f1.8, 6D, EF16-35 F4L IS, EF50 f1.4, EF 100 f2.8 L Macro IS
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