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PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon

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PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon
Key Features
  • For AlienBees & White Lightning
  • Also Compatible with Zeus Power Packs
The PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon allows remote control of AlienBees and White Lightening flash heads as well as Zeus power packs when used with a PocketWizard MiniTT1 transmitter or FlexTT5 transceiver. This version is dedicated for use with Canon cameras only.
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PocketWizard AC9 Overview

The PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon allows remote control of AlienBees and White Lightening flash heads as well as Zeus power packs when used with a PocketWizard MiniTT1 transmitter or FlexTT5 transceiver. This version is dedicated for use with Canon cameras only.

ControlTL
PocketWizard's firmware platform taps into the full potential of your Canon camera and flash system enabling an entirely new level of remote flash capability through our proven radio communications. ControlTL firmware is configurable and upgradeable for "future-proof" continuous improvement.
Manual Power Control
When the AC9 is used with a FlexTT5 transceiver and paired with either an on-camera MiniTT1 or FlexTT5, you can adjust the power settings of your AlienBees/White Lightning flashes directly from the camera's position. This can be done with either the Flash Exposure Compensation dial or add the AC3 ZoneController for three zones of power control.
Optional ZoneControl
Use either the AC3 ZoneController or a MultiMAX radio to control up to three zones of light with as many lights in each zone as you want. Use the A-B-C zone switch on the AC9-paired FlexTT5 to assign the zone.
Optional PowerTracking
In Auto Mode, change ISO, aperture, or FEC and the lights automatically adjust their compensating power setting with PocketWizard PowerTracking. Set your AC3 ZoneController to manual and PowerTracking is turned off for absolute manual control. PowerTracking can be customized via the PocketWizard Utility.
HyperSync
HyperSync allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds, all the way up to 1/8000 second*, will full power flash. Now you can cut the ambient light and use wide-open apertures, outdoors in bright sunlight. That extra speed can also freeze action, whether shooting models or athletes in motion. (*camera and flash model dependent).
Low-Profile Design
The AC9 is tiny and simply slides onto the FlexTT5 hot shoe and plugs into the remote socket on the flash using the supplied cord.
No Batteries Required
The AC9 gets its power from the paired FlexTT5.
UPC: 893577001705

PocketWizard AC9 Specs

Mounting
Hot shoe
Voltage
3.3 VDC (all pins) - safe for all cameras
Operating Conditions
Above 22° F (-30° C) and below 185° F (85° C)
Construction
High impact plastic
Power
Receives power from the FlexTT5 transceiver
Requirements
Must be used on a FlexTT5 transceiver in conjunction with an on-camera MiniTT1 transmitter or FlexTT5 transceiver for power control capability.
Certification
RoHS compliant
Compatibility
Canon DSLR cameras with:
AlienBees: B400, B800, B1600
Zeus Power Packs: Z1250, Z2500
White Lightning X-series, UltraZAP or Ultra flashes: X800, X1600, X2400, X3200, UZ800, UZ1600, Ultra60, Ultra1200, Ultra1800
Dimensions
1.9 x 1.6 x 1" (4.7 x 4.0 x 2.5 cm)
Weight
0.81 ounces (22.96 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.22 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.4 x 4.3 x 1.8"

PocketWizard AC9 Reviews

AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon by Pocke

By 427accobra
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-04-13

I use the AC9 with a Flex5 to control my AlienBee B800 strobes. It allows me to control the light out from my camera miniTT1 and AC3 or my light meter. It is Quick and easy. So far I have not had a one issue.

It works

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-07-08

Works great with AB's

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question

Is this compatible with the new TT6 for Canon?
Asked by: Takako
Yes, it is fully compatible with the FlexTT6.
Answered by: PocketWizard Expert
Date published: 2019-01-08

question

Anyone try this with Yongnuo YNE3-RX to control Alienbee from Canon RT system?
Asked by: Jeff
The AC9 adapter can be used with either a FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 to connect to an AlienBees or White Lightning strobe. Using a MiniTT1/FlexTT5/FlexTT6 on the camera with an AC3 ZoneController, you can adjust power to each AlienBee in 3 different Zones via the AC9. It will not communicate with a Yongnuo trigger or Canon's RT trigger.
Answered by: PocketWizard Expert
Date published: 2019-01-09

question

Is it real the fact that they dont work with the vagabond mini?
Asked by: Anonymous
Not True. Both AC9 canon/ Nikon can work with AlienBee and Vagabond mini properly. Just remind,you do not turn-on the modeling lamp definitely so you can safe the battery life longer.
Answered by: Nattakrit P.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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