Pocket Wizard MultiMAX User manual

SPECIAL NOTE FOR EUROPEAN / CE
MultiMAX CUSTOMERS
The owner’s manual included with your
purchase refers to the US model of the
MultiMAX. The following adjustments or errata
should be noted for proper operation of your
European / CE MultiMAX:
Pages 10 and 50:
The CE MultiMAX now includes the
ACC port. The unit cannot be powered
from this port (differs from US units) but
other functions are enabled as they
become available
Page 18:
As of this printing, the CE MultiMAX is
additionally compatible with Profoto
Acute2R (CE version) flash generators.
The CE MultiMAX is not compatible with
the following products as these products
were not produced on CE frequencies:
10 Channel Classic, 16 Channel
Classic, PocketWizard MAX, and
Calumet TurboFilter.

Page 50:
The PocketWizard Radio Frequencies
table refers to USA frequencies. CE
units do not operate on these
frequencies and are not compatible with
PocketWizards on these frequencies.
CE PocketWizard Radio Frequencies:
Channel Frequency Unit Digital Code
1 - 16 433.62
MHz
Plus or
MultiMAX
16 Bit
17 - 32 434.22
MHz MultiMAX Only
24 Bit
(20 Bit in
FAST
MODE)
Special Note Revision 1.00 (LPF205B)

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new PocketWizard
MultiMAX digital radio triggering system.
The PocketWizard MultiMAX is a microprocessor-based radio slave system
that uses advanced digital signaling to increase triggering range, reliability and
reject radio noise from other sources. Since is utilizes Transceiver technology,
it is both a transmitter and a receiver all in one. It is the most innovative and
advanced wireless solution in the photographic industry.
As a stand-alone unit, the MultiMAX offers precision special effects functions
not available in any wireless triggering device. It incorporates integrated
Trigger Time Control software, True Trigger Confirmation and Selective Quad
Triggering, all of which offer solutions to photographic challenges that hinder
today’s photographer’s creativity. Unparalleled in features and performance, the
PocketWizard MultiMAX is more than just a radio slave.
Welcome to Digital Wireless Freedom!
Manufactured in the United States of America by:
LPA Design
41 IDX Drive
Suite 265
South Burlington, VT 05403

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Table of ConTenTs
“TheFCCWantsYouToKnow”......................................7
IconsUsedinthisManual..........................................8
Features .......................................................9
CommunicationTechnology .....................................9
BasicFeatures................................................9
SpecialFeatures ..............................................9
PartReference .................................................10
LCDInformation................................................11
Controls ......................................................12
PowerSwitch ...............................................12
Keypad ....................................................12
PORT1/PORT2.............................................12
StatusLED..................................................12
GettingStarted.................................................13
SafetyWarnings .............................................13
BatteryInformation...........................................13
BatteryLife...............................................14
Mounting .....................................................14
VELCRO®...................................................14
1/4-20Mount ...............................................14
ShoeMount ................................................14
Lanyard....................................................14
Quick Setup - Basic Radio Slave Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
BasicSetupforRemoteFlash...................................15
Triggering Multiple Flashes With Multiple RECEIVE Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting MultiMAX (set for TRANSMIT mode) to Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
StandardRadioOperation.........................................17
TransceiverControl...........................................17
Channels...................................................17
Compatibility................................................18
Selective Quad-Triggering (A B C D keys) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
ClassicChannels...........................................20
LKey....................................................20

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TrueConfirmation............................................21
Radio ...................................................21
Optional Flash Confirmation Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
MenuSystem..................................................23
Navigation..................................................23
NumericEntry.............................................24
MainMenu....................................................25
A:AdvancedMenu............................................25
B:BasicSettings.............................................25
C:CounterMenu.............................................25
D:GoAdvanced..............................................25
D:GoNormal................................................25
BasicSettings..................................................26
A:ContactTime..............................................26
B:BeepMenu ...............................................28
A:BeeponAll.............................................28
B:BeeponTrigger..........................................28
D:BeepDisable............................................28
C:LCDContrastAdjustment....................................29
D:RESET...................................................29
CounterMenu..................................................30
A:CountUp+Reset ..........................................30
B:CountDown+Reset........................................30
C:Clear/Reset..............................................30
D:Disable ..................................................30
AdvancedMenu ................................................31
A:DelayMenu-TRANSMITTER.................................31
A:Remotes+PORT2.......................................31
B:RemotesOnly...........................................32
C:RearCurtain............................................32
A:DelayMenu-RECEIVER.....................................33
A:PORT1+PORT2........................................33
B:PORT2................................................33
C:Equalize ...............................................34
B: Intervalometer (Time Lapse Photography) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
C:Multipop.................................................36
D:SpeedCycler-TRANSMITTER.................................37
D:FastMode-RECEIVER......................................38

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To find the correct PocketWizard brand cables for your
flash and cameras, and to experience other products like
the Plus II, please visit www.PocketWizard.com or
your local photography dealer.
OtherFeatures .................................................38
KeypadLock................................................38
HighVoltageProtection........................................38
USBPort...................................................38
Relay Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
SoftwareVersionDisplay.......................................39
ApplicationsofAdvancedFunctions.................................40
Self-TimerorCableRelease ....................................40
TTL/AutoflashHelper........................................40
ProgrammedSequenceShooting................................41
RecycleLockout .............................................41
CameraEqualization ..........................................42
LagTimeMeasurement......................................43
OneUnitEqualization.......................................46
TwoUnitEqualization.......................................46
EqualizationAdjustments....................................48
TechnicalInformation............................................49
Specifications ...............................................49
RadioInformation............................................50
MaximumandMinimumSettings................................51
SavedSettings...............................................51
Troubleshooting................................................52
Whenindoubt!..............................................52
ResettoDefaultFactorySettings ................................52
SustainingHighPerformance......................................53
TimeConversionCharts..........................................54
FractionstoDecimal..........................................54

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This US frequency MultiMAX is compatible with all US frequency PocketWizard products.
It is not frequency compatible with CE or JAPAN PocketWizard products. Verify frequency
compatibility before purchasing. Some products are not manufactured on every frequency.
Always operate within local radio regulations.
The fCC wanTs you To know:
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and also with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Transceiver FCC ID Number: KDS-PW2-101
Transceiver Canada IC: 2170A-PW101

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