Westcott
Westcott 4730 PC Sync to 3.5mm Female Cable
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Expand Your Flash System with the Westcott PC Sync Cable The Westcott PC Sync to 3.5mm Female Cable is designed to expand the functionality of the FJ Wireless Flash System. This 8-inch cable allows users to manually communicate with speedlights equipped with a PC Sync port. It provides a reliable...
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Overview
Expand Your Flash System with the Westcott PC Sync Cable
The Westcott PC Sync to 3.5mm Female Cable is designed to expand the functionality of the FJ Wireless Flash System. This 8-inch cable allows users to manually communicate with speedlights equipped with a PC Sync port. It provides a reliable connection for triggering speedlights via the FJ-X2m wireless transmitter, eliminating the need for optical sensors.
Key Specifications:
- Cable Length: 8 inches
- Connectors: Male PC Sync to Female Mini (3.5mm)
- Compatibility: Westcott FJ Wireless Flash System, Speedlights with PC Sync port
- Function: Enables manual communication and triggering of speedlights
- Color: Black
Key Features
Allows Westcott FJ Wireless Flash System users to manually communicate with various brands of speedlights equipped with a PC Sync port
8" cable connects a speedlite to an FJ-XR Wireless Receiver allowing it to be triggered by an FJ-X2m Wireless Transmitter
Eliminates the need to utilize a speedlight's optical sensors
Specifications
Cable Type
PC Sync to 3.5mm Female
Length
8 inches
Compatibility
Westcott FJ Wireless Flash System, Speedlights with PC Sync port
Receiver Compatibility
FJ-XR Wireless Receiver
Transmitter Compatibility
FJ-X2m Wireless Transmitter
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Allows Westcott FJ Wireless Flash System users to manually trigger various brands of speedlights.
- Connects a speedlight to an FJ-XR Wireless Receiver, providing seamless integration with the FJ-X2m Wireless Transmitter.
- Eliminates the need for speedlights to rely on less reliable optical sensors for triggering.
- The 8-inch cable length offers a practical and manageable connection between devices without excessive slack.
- Provides a direct wired connection for reliable flash synchronization, reducing misfires.
👎 Cons
- This cable is specifically designed for the Westcott FJ Wireless Flash System, limiting its use with other brands of wireless triggers.
- Only enables manual communication, meaning advanced TTL or high-speed sync features of speedlights may not be fully utilized.
- The 8-inch length may be too short for setups requiring significant distance between the speedlight and the FJ-XR receiver.
- Requires a speedlight to have a PC Sync port for compatibility, as it does not adapt to other trigger inputs.
- The cable's function is limited to triggering, and does not transmit power or advanced control signals to the speedlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the Westcott 4730 cable?
This cable allows users of the Westcott FJ Wireless Flash System to manually trigger various brands of speedlights equipped with a PC Sync port.
How does this cable connect different flash components?
The 8-inch cable connects a speedlight to an FJ-XR Wireless Receiver, which can then be triggered by an FJ-X2m Wireless Transmitter.
Does this cable eliminate the need for optical sensors on speedlights?
Yes, it eliminates the need to utilize a speedlight's optical sensors by providing a direct wired connection for triggering.
What type of port is required on the speedlight for this cable?
The speedlight must be equipped with a PC Sync port to connect with this cable.
What is the length of this connecting cable?
The Westcott 4730 PC Sync to 3.5mm Female Cable is 8 inches long.
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