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Pluto Trigger

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Pluto Trigger
Key Features
  • Infrared Remote or Wired Triggering
  • Controlled by Mobile App for iOS/Android
  • Capture Time Lapses, Star Trails, & More
  • Range: 10-23' (IR) / 33-66' (Bluetooth)
Take the guesswork out of triggering a camera with the features of the Pluto Trigger. It has the ability to function as either a simple infrared remote or it can connect to a smartphone over Bluetooth 4.0 LE for programming and setup of advanced modes. This provides users with a plethora of options and sensors to help them record time lapses, fast-moving subjects, and much more. The Pluto Trigger features multiple built-in sensors, including light, sound, and infrared, as well as an aux port for attaching other sensors. This can dramatically speed up response times to certain subjects, allowing the capture of balloons popping, lightning strikes, and more. This is augmented by the various intervalometer settings for creating specific shooting settings for your scene and the ability to use the sensors of your phone to access other, more unique triggering modes.
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Pluto PLUTO Overview

Take the guesswork out of triggering a camera with the features of the Pluto Trigger. It has the ability to function as either a simple infrared remote or it can connect to a smartphone over Bluetooth 4.0 LE for programming and setup of advanced modes. This provides users with a plethora of options and sensors to help them record time lapses, fast-moving subjects, and much more. The Pluto Trigger features multiple built-in sensors, including light, sound, and infrared, as well as an aux port for attaching other sensors. This can dramatically speed up response times to certain subjects, allowing the capture of balloons popping, lightning strikes, and more. This is augmented by the various intervalometer settings for creating specific shooting settings for your scene and the ability to use the sensors of your phone to access other, more unique triggering modes.

The Pluto Trigger features a standard 2.5mm camera connection that allows users to pick up different cables to work with their cameras. Also, this port can be used to connect a flash with the included PC sync cord. Alongside these ports is a micro-USB connection, which is how users can charge the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which can run for about 20 hours with normal usage.

General Features
  • Can trigger a camera via an infrared remote and the physical shutter release button or by using an optional connection cable.
  • Connects to smart devices using the iOS/Android mobile app via Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy with a range of about 66'.
  • Status LED will alert you to the current settings, battery life, and connectivity strength.
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers a normal life of about 20 hours or 40 hours when Bluetooth is turned off.
  • Offers a 2.5mm aux input for using optional sensors.
  • The 2.5mm camera output can also be used to connect a flash via the included PC sync cable.
Intervalometer Modes
  • Shutter Release: For simple triggering of your camera, this mode offers a variety of options on how to trigger your camera. This includes single shot, focus (press to focus, release to take a photo), hold (press to open shutter, release to end exposure), lock (press to open shutter, press again to close shutter), bulb, burst, and timed.
  • Time-Lapse: Set the Pluto Trigger to take a set number of photos with a preset time interval and an optional start delay. It can use either your camera settings or perform bulb-ramping for more advanced time lapses.
  • HDR: Shoot up to 19 photos for an HDR sequence with exposure step values between 1/3 to 3 stops.
  • Star Trail: Create long exposures of the night sky for clear images with star trails.
  • Video: Use the Pluto Trigger to automatically start recording again once you hit your camera's recording time limit.
  • Timer: Set the trigger to take photos or record video at a specific time each day for long-term projects.
Pluto Sensors
  • Laser: Using the included laser pointer in combination with the trigger's light sensor, users will be able to create a setting that will trigger the camera when the laser beam is broken. This has a response time of tens of microseconds.
  • Sound: Trigger your camera upon hearing a sound, such as popping a balloon or breaking glass. This mode allows users to set sensitivity and delay for achieving the appropriate response time.
  • Light: Triggers the camera when the light sensor notices an increase or decrease in ambient light.
  • Lightning: Quickly triggers the camera when it senses a bright flash of light.
  • Infrared: Triggers the camera when there is a change in infrared emissions, such as from a passing animal or person.
  • Droplet: When the trigger is connected to the optional Valve Kit users can easily capture water droplets through a pre-programmed method.
  • Aux: Users can attach various sensors to the trigger's 2.5mm aux port to trigger the camera with various other methods.
  • Fusion: Combine various sensors together to create a more specialized setting for your specific shoot.
Smart Sensors
  • Sound: Users can use the microphone in their smartphone to trigger a camera when a sound is heard.
  • Vibrate: Using the accelerometer of your phone, this mode will trigger the camera when vibration hits a pre-determined threshold.
  • Motion: By using the camera of your smartphone users can create a setup that will trigger the camera when motion is detected in front of your smartphone's camera.
  • Distance: This mode will capture photos as you travel over distance using your smartphone's GPS. This prevents unnecessary photos from being captured when you stop.
  • Voice: Users can use the voice command "Pluto" regardless of ambient noise levels to trigger the camera remotely.
  • Smile: Take selfies easily by using the camera of your smartphone to tell the trigger when you are smiling.
Tools
  • Depth of Field: This calculator will determine the hyperfocal distance based on the lens focal length, aperture, and camera type.
  • Sun Position: Provides official and civil sunrise and sunset times based on your current location and local time. Two countdown clocks are available to shoe upcoming events.
  • ND Filter Calculator: Calculate the correct exposure time when using neutral density filters. It uses the filter strength and current shutter speed to provide an accurate shutter speed.
  • Starscape Rule: By selecting your camera model and actual focal length this tool will calculate the slowest shutter speed possible for sharp, pinpoint stars. Users can select Rule of 500 or Rule of 400 based on the speed of stars in their location.

Pluto PLUTO Specs

Range
Infrared: 9.8-23' / 3-7 m
Bluetooth: 32.8-65.6' / 10-20 m
Connectivity
Bluetooth 4.0 LE
Micro-USB
2.5mm sensor port
2.5mm camera/flash connection port
Power Source
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery Life
Normal: 20 hours
Bluetooth Off: 40 hours
Recharge Time
1.5 hours
Operating Conditions
Temperature: -4 to 158°F / -20 to 70°C
Dimensions
2.4 x 1.6 x 0.7" / 60 x 40 x 19 mm
Weight
1.3 oz / 37 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.525 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.05 x 3.6 x 2.25"

Pluto PLUTO Reviews

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Does the Pluto need a seperate sensor to capture ...

Does the Pluto need a seperate sensor to capture lightning?
Asked by: John
The Pluto Trigger does not require a separate sensor to capture lightning. It just needs the appropriate cable to connect to you camera purchased separately.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-08-22

I have a Canon EOS 4000D, and have not found a ...

I have a Canon EOS 4000D, and have not found a remote that is compatible. Is this one?
Asked by: Linda
The Pluto trigger web site has a compatibility site you may check. I'm using the Nikon Z7. I recently ordered the correct cable for it as per the site.
Answered by: Wayne
Date published: 2021-03-15

Does this work with Olympus EM1 Mark 2?

Does this work with Olympus EM1 Mark 2?
Asked by: David
You can check the Pluto trigger compatibility website. https://plutotrigger.com/pages/compatible-cameras
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-11-13

Will this connect to a Nikon D7500

Will this connect to a Nikon D7500
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, it will work with the D7500, click the link below for the appropriate match; https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1337056-REG/pluto_trigger_with_shutter_release.html
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2019-07-29

what cable do I need to connect to sony a6700 via ...

what cable do I need to connect to sony a6700 via usbc port?
Asked by: eduardo
The Pluto Trigger is not compatible with the A6700. The USB-C port on the Sony a6700 is not compatible with remotes.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2024-03-06

Is it compatable with a Canon 7d?

Is it compatable with a Canon 7d?
Asked by: R.J.
Yes, with the 3 pin connection cable.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-01-13

Does it work with canon R5?

Does it work with canon R5?
Asked by: Robert
The Pluto Trigger with Shutter Release Cable Kit for Canon 3-Pin Cameras (B&H # PLTRIGGERRC3) is the version that will work with the Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera (B&H # CAER5).
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2023-09-28

question

Has the Pluto trigger passed FCC certification?
Asked by: Storm Chaser
Yes a quick Google search revealed, This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules as stated in the Pluto Trigger User Manual Version 1.1, section 1.3 from 2016.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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