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PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver (Black)

BH #POPWP3 • MFR #PW-PLUS3-FCC
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PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver (Black)
Key Features
  • Compatible with FCC Compliant Items Only
  • Combination Transmitter and Receiver
  • Frequency: 340-354 MHz (FCC/IC)
  • Long Range of 1640'
The black PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver is a highly versatile and robust radio trigger that is compatible with all prior FCC-version PocketWizards, as well as most flash and camera systems. Featuring 32 channels to choose from, this transceiver is simple to use in even the busiest of situations. Wireless remote control is possible through the use of Quad-Zone Triggering, which allows you to manage up to 4 zones of remote PocketWizard-enabled cameras or flashes from one position. Without having to leave camera position, you can activate and deactivate groups of flashes quickly and easily. This transceiver also employ's PocketWizard's Auto-Sensing technology, which instantly allows your device to fluctuate from transmitter to receiver. This technology works directly in line with the Auto-Relay function for a completely remote workflow.
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PocketWizard Plus III Overview

The black PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver is a highly versatile and robust radio trigger that is compatible with all prior FCC-version PocketWizards, as well as most flash and camera systems. Featuring 32 channels to choose from, this transceiver is simple to use in even the busiest of situations. Wireless remote control is possible through the use of Quad-Zone Triggering, which allows you to manage up to 4 zones of remote PocketWizard-enabled cameras or flashes from one position. Without having to leave camera position, you can activate and deactivate groups of flashes quickly and easily. This transceiver also employ's PocketWizard's Auto-Sensing technology, which instantly allows your device to fluctuate from transmitter to receiver. This technology works directly in line with the Auto-Relay function for a completely remote workflow.

The efficiency of this transceiver is further extended by allowing up to 1640' transmissions in normal mode, and nearly double with Long Range mode. High speed, continuous shooting is made possible with the High Speed Receive mode, permitting up to 14.5 fps firing at up to 1/250 sec for focal plane shutter and 1/500 sec. for leaf shutters.

The design of the Plus III incorporates a side-view LCD screen and touch pad interface for switching between modes, zones, and settings. It connects to any camera featuring a hot shoe and is also compatible with a variety of cables for linking to lighting and other remote systems.

This item is FCC compliant and can only be used with corresponding USA FCC compliant models. Using this item outside of the United States may be illegal. B&H is not responsible for any fines, fees, or penalties that may come from inappropriate spectrum usage.
32 Channels
Featuring 16 standard and 16 Quad-Zone Triggering channels, finding an open channel to use is simplified and efficient. Switching between channels is accomplished with one-touch operation.
Quad-Zone Triggering
You can program up to 4 working zones for remote control of flashes. This allows you the ability to wirelessly activate and deactivate your flashes, enabling you to remain in camera position without having to manually adjust lighting setups. This is ideal for using multiple lighting setups and managing remote cameras as needed.
Auto-Sensing Transceiver
When set in TxRx mode, the transceiver is able to instantly switch between transmitter and receiver modes for the greatest amount of flexibility. You can also manually override this and choose to have it act as a dedicated transmitter or receiver.
Auto-Relay Mode
When using 3 PocketWizard radios; you can remotely trigger a camera to fire and trigger a flash simultaneously. Utilizing the Auto-Sensing technology, the transceiver mounted to the camera can instantly receive a signal from an auxiliary transceiver, and then instantly convey the transmission to a remote flash. This provides a simplistic and highly efficient remote workflow.
Long Range Capability
When used in ideal conditions, this transceiver is capable of producing and receiving a signal up to 1640' / 500m away. When conditions are not ideal for a long range transmission, Long Range mode can be used to nearly double the effective range of the signal. There is also Repeater mode, which will repeat the signal several times, increasing the possibility of a successful transmission at long range.
High Speed Capability
When in High Speed Receive mode, this transceiver is capable of triggering cameras or flashes up to 14.5 fps. Normal performance also permits triggering up to 12 fps. It is also capable of sync speeds up to 1/250 sec. for focal plane shutters and 1/500 sec. for leaf shutters.
Simplified User Interface and Design
Clearly displayed on a 1" / 2.5cm backlit LCD, all of the channels, zones, and modes can be configured using a soft-touch keypad. The design of the transceiver also incorporates a side-view LCD for easier viewing and an internal antenna for a less obtrusive appearance.
Wide Compatibility and Connectability
The transceiver is easily attached to most cameras through the hot shoe, with no extraneous cables required. For attaching to remotes and lights, there is an all-in-one sync port for wide compatibility. Cables are included for attaching from miniphone to miniphone, miniphone to phono, and miniphone to PC sync for cameras without a hot shoe. It is also compatible with all PocketWizard transmitters and receivers (of the same frequency) as well as PocketWizard-enabled lighting and metering equipment. The Plus III is powered by 2 x AA batteries and can be kept up to date with firmware updates utilizing the USB port.

PocketWizard Plus IIISpecs

Key Specs
Channels
16 (Normal)
16 (Selective)
Groups
4 (A, B, C, D)
Wireless Range
1640' / 500 m
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (Flash)
Battery Type
2x AA
Wireless
Channels
16 (Normal)
16 (Selective)
Groups
4 (A, B, C, D)
Wireless Range
1640' / 500 m
Radio Frequency
340 to 354 MHz
General
Flash Interval
14.5 Flashes per Sec
Sync Speed
1/250 Sec (Normal)
1/500 Sec (Leaf)
Connectivity
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (Flash)
Mounting
Bottom Mount
Hot Foot
Electrical
Battery Type
2x AA
Sync Voltage
300 V
Environmental
Operating Temperature
5 to 120°F / -15 to 49°C
Storage Temperature
-22 to 185°F / -30 to 85°C
Physical
Dimensions
Transmitter: 5.25 x 2 x 1" / 13.3 x 5.1 x 3.2 cm
Weight
4 oz / 120 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.6 x 4.8 x 2.3"

PocketWizard Plus III Reviews

Good Flash Triggers

By Scott
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2020-01-02

I have always used PW triggers and these new ones are nice. My only complaint is battery life. They seem to eat batteries faster than the old triggers I have.

Pocket Wizards Essential Tool For Lighting

By Bob
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-12-16

I was going to do an outdoor shoot and the PW triggers I had were getting old and sometimes unreliable, I picked up this pack of Pocket Wizards to connect a 1dX II to Canon 580 I and II speedlites. I also used them to trigger my Henesel Integra monolights. They worked well for me. They were very reliable. I though the cae was a bit small. I think it should have been bigger to hold the PWs pluss the assorted cables. It can hold some cables but I wa nted to keep more in the case.

gotta love 'em

By Lois
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-12-13

I really love these little guys. They are sturdy and easy to operate

Love these for remote camera work

By Vasha
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-08-22

I bought this to add some remote camera capability for shooting soccer, baseball, softball and basketball. The yellow helps with spot-checking the setup from a distance. PWIII's of any color are great for firing remote cameras (you need the right cable btw) and excellent for firing strobes as well.

Pocket Wizard III

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-07-14

They are great!!

Siempre fiables y sencillos de usar

By Paz
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-07-12

Este producto está realmente bien hecho: su construcción es de plástico de buenas terminaciones, tiene un excelente diseño y muy fácil de usar. Son un accesorio muy útil, los uso frecuentemente.

Amazing

By Gledston
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-12-30

Very good

Wonderful for getting unusual photographs

By Philip
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-12-26

I use this for many awkward locations, steam trains, aircraft and many other similar action shots.

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question

Are these compatible with the Profoto Pro-8a packs?
Asked by: Anonymous
It will depend on which Profoto Pro-8A power pack you own. Of the options we carry, only the Profoto Pro-8A 2400 Air Power Pack, B&H # PRP8A2400PW, is listed as having the PocketWizard Radio Receiver built into the power pack; the other options use Profoto's own Air Remote system, not the PocketWizard system. As such, with the Profoto Pro-8A 2400 Air Power Pack, B&H # PRP8A2400PW, you would only need one PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver connected to your camera to trigger your power pack. With the other options, you would need two (2) PocketWizard remotes to trigger the pack; one connected to the camera, and one connected to the power pack via a 1/4 phono sync cable.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Need to attach Plus III in receiver mode to the back of a monolight which requires RCA phono plug (1/4 ). I can connect the Plus III via its supplies chord and adapters to the monolight, but they just hang from the light via the coiled chord. Not safe or acceptable. Do I really have to jerry-rig some way of connecting the Plus III to the monolight? Hasn't PocketWizard provided suitable accessories to accomplish this? Found nothing at their website and the owner manual is also little help.
Asked by: Anonymous
Being that the Plus III unit has a on the back, the Impact Atom Clamp With 1/4-3/8 Screw Adapter B&H # IMME100K can be connected to it. This is going to allow the Pocket Wizard to rest closer to the stand.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Hi,I have three Nikon Cameras D4, D700 and D7100 and two Speedlight SB900 and SB910.Now I would like to trigger all three cameras and the two speed lights, which are mounted off-camera with a remote trigger that I hold in my hand. What is the ideal PocketWizard equipment combination to achieve this setup ?ThanksAndreas
Asked by: Anonymous
Each camera will need a Pocketwizard Plus 3 attached to the hot-shoe.Then each will need an appropriate Pocketwizard sync cord attached to the Plus 3 and the camera. The D4 and D700 use the same cable, PocketWizard N10-ACC-1 Pre-Trigger Remote Cable The link is, http://bhpho.to/18NSJq4The D7100 uses a different cord, PocketWizard N-MCDC2-ACC-1 Pre-Trigger Remote Cable. And that link is, http://bhpho.to/18NSDyXThen each flash will need a Plus lll attached to them. And you need another pocketwizard plus 3 three as a trigger.This set up is for manual flash not TTL. The channels on the trigger and the camera need to be the same and the flashes need to be set to one channel higher than the camera.
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Could these trigger the Profoto Air Monolights w/o having another receiver hooked up to it?
Asked by: Jennifer
No, it will not. The Profoto AIr monolights has Profoto's own Air system built into the units, and they require the use of a Profoto Air Remote or Air Sync transceiver. If you wish to use PocketWizard remotes, you would need one for the camera as a transmitter and one connected to the lights as a receiver for wireless communication and triggering between the units.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Is the PocketWizard Plus III compatible with Impact moonlights?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes PocketWizards are compatible with most all flashes and strobes including Impact brand. Please note you do need at least two units. One for your camera and one for your light.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Will these work with either the Olympus E-M1 or the Panasonic GH4?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes it will work with either of those cameras as it mounts to the standard hotshoe. Keep in mind you will need a second unit connected to your flash to complete the system.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I have 2 Alien Bee lights. Would this PocketWizard work with them?
Asked by: Cyndi W.
Yes! You will need one PocketWizard for your camera and one for each remote strobe. The Plus III radios come with a miniphone to miniphone cable, which is the size you need for the AlienBee.
Answered by: PocketWizard Expert
Date published: 2019-01-08

question

Will the pocketwizard plus III trigger Impact PowerSync receivers?
Asked by: DIOSILDA P.
No, the Pocketwizard Plus III only works with Pocketwizard. It uses different frequencies than the Impact PowerSync receivers
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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