Wow awesome!!!
I think PX is new model of P1 and P8…. Right?
RP EDIT:
That is correct. The PX is basically the replacement for the P8. The P1 will however still remain available and in production for the foreseeable future.
Jeremy Skelly
on Friday 12, 2008
You guys are just a big tease! Really can’t wait to hear more about the JrX. I am in desperate need for those…
- how much does the PX system cost?
- when and where may these be purchased?
- will the transmitter work with the existing P1’s at the range of 1500 feet?
- may i know how the trade up system works?
regards!
RP EDIT:
Per your question about the P1 mode: This mode makes the unit run exactly like a P1 – constantly broadcasting on a single frequency. Unfortunately it won’t get you much extra range, though you should see the system overall a bit more solid as the radio itself in the PX is a bit more exact.
The reason for this is legal requirements by the FCC on how a signal may be broadcast. With our new system, we’re legally allowed to transmit a much stronger signal now as we’re formatting the radio signal in a different way which spreads it over more of the spectrum. The “P1 Mode” is still licensed under the same limits as the P1.
Once the traffic calms from today we’ll make a separate post on this as I’m sure many people will have this question.
Question: How is the PX RX attached to the flash? More velcro?
RP EDIT:
Of course.
Actually you’ve got some new options now with the smaller size and improved battery access. We will recommend a semi-permanent mount using high strength double sided tape. You don’t have to remove the units for batteries anymore so this is workable, lower profile and stronger than a Velcro solution.
The curb weight is only 2 ounces with gas so any attachment is more solid due to the reduced mass.
I’ve used McMaster Carr item 87535k53 to attach the P1’s. It’s a mushroom headed hook and loop fastener with extra strong adhesive backing that works 10x better than the supplied velcro. I think they make it in black too, but that # is for clear.
Now, how much and where do I send my money for these?
[...] and I’m really looking forward to upgrading my old P1’s already. Four new units were announced today, along with a nice promo video that does a great job summarizing everything as well. The new units [...]
[...] than twelve hours ago the RP crew dropped some photographs of the new units and even posted a RP PDF with some nice juicy details including prices. I’m not going to list [...]
Will European customers ever see these. If so, when?
Thanks,
Tim
RP EDIT:
You will. European units will be available about 8 weeks following the US ship dates.
Tony
on Friday 12, 2008
Kudos to the team for this development. Creative, practical, versatile, efficient, and economical. These are the qualities that sell products. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sending out a shock wave of creative energy…our minds eye are already firing the triggers on these!
Jan
on Friday 12, 2008
Does the PX work without a camera-mounted flash?
(e.g. in conjunction with the ST-E2)
Greetings, Jan.
ps: Great product as I assume.
RP EDIT:
The PX may be used with an ST-E2 (which is our preferred combination actually), similarly it can also be used with a Nikon SU-800, the Nikon pop-up flash on some cameras, and normal full sized SpeedLight units.
Tim
on Friday 12, 2008
Are you required to position the PX receiver differently on front of 550 vs 580 flashes? With the P1 that was important as the sensor is in two different locations.
RP EDIT:
The manual will have mounting diagrams, but overall, alignment with the sensor is less important as we’re now blasting the light signal straight into the sensor. There’s far less light loss than transmitting through a fiber and a bead at the end. The unit fits well on all current Canon and Nikon flashes.
BeDammit
on Friday 12, 2008
Will the PX be compatible with Minolta or Sony Flashes? (They are one in the same BTW)
I’m very new to this so please forgive a possibly dumb question. From what I see the radio poppers basically allow you more versatility by allowing you to place your speedlights further away, or out of line of sight. Is that correct? is their more to it than that? Also, if I don’t want to have a speedlight on my hotshoe (canon), I will need the st-E2? Thanks.
RP EDIT:
This is correct Mark. The RadioPopper system in its most basic sense is a radio “bridge” for the signals that are already being sent between your SpeedLite units. Radio signals go much further and through walls, so your placement options are expanded. The new PX units do some additional logic that help to error check the signal coming from your flashes, and also allows the ability to mix automatic ETTL type lights with manual lights.
You’ll require an ST-E2 on your camera or a SpeedLite as you suggest. Also know that if you have two SpeedLite units and you just don’t want to see any light from the one on your camera, you can always put that one SpeedLite (your “Master”) in “Commander Only Mode” – it will still emit light to communicate with your slave flashes, but it won’t emit any light during the actual photograph – so it won’t contribute any light, it’ll just “talk” to the remotes through the RadioPopper units. Give us a call if any of that is unclear.
Thanks!
james
on Friday 12, 2008
Hi
I’m very interested in getting a couple of transmitters/receivers from the PX series, but I live in SE Asia, Singapore. Is it possible to get international shipping to here? Also, roughly when would it be possible to start shipping? This is because I’m enlisting in the army in 2 months time, and would like to use these before then…
Thanks!
RP EDIT:
We’ll begin international PX distribution to various countries in March. There’s no specific date set for Singapore at this time.
I was wondering if there was an exact release and ship date for the PX and if i could already get on an order list just in case the first batch sells out fast. Thanks
RP EDIT:
PX orders will open this week. Check for a blog post by Wednesday with all the details.
Enjoy!
Want! Now!!
The wait was worth it. They look amazing. And sexy.
WOW! That is an incredible improvement.. just the presentation! I can not wait to see more info and pricing!
OK! – So, when we’ll these be available for purchase in the US?
Sweet! How can I get my first generation upgrade? Please tell us soon!
Hooray! No gaffer tape!
Wow awesome!!!
I think PX is new model of P1 and P8…. Right?
RP EDIT:
That is correct. The PX is basically the replacement for the P8. The P1 will however still remain available and in production for the foreseeable future.
You guys are just a big tease!
Really can’t wait to hear more about the JrX. I am in desperate need for those…
Great… it looks good.. but…… what’s new .. .detail.. we want detail… what is improved?
wonderful news! congratulations to the team!
may I ask the ff questions?
- how much does the PX system cost?
- when and where may these be purchased?
- will the transmitter work with the existing P1’s at the range of 1500 feet?
- may i know how the trade up system works?
regards!
RP EDIT:
Per your question about the P1 mode: This mode makes the unit run exactly like a P1 – constantly broadcasting on a single frequency. Unfortunately it won’t get you much extra range, though you should see the system overall a bit more solid as the radio itself in the PX is a bit more exact.
The reason for this is legal requirements by the FCC on how a signal may be broadcast. With our new system, we’re legally allowed to transmit a much stronger signal now as we’re formatting the radio signal in a different way which spreads it over more of the spectrum. The “P1 Mode” is still licensed under the same limits as the P1.
Once the traffic calms from today we’ll make a separate post on this as I’m sure many people will have this question.
Thanks!
Are you taking orders? Do you think we can all get one of the first runs?
:jonah
Wow! Manually control Bees? Nice.
Question: How is the PX RX attached to the flash? More velcro?
RP EDIT:
Of course.
Actually you’ve got some new options now with the smaller size and improved battery access. We will recommend a semi-permanent mount using high strength double sided tape. You don’t have to remove the units for batteries anymore so this is workable, lower profile and stronger than a Velcro solution.
The curb weight is only 2 ounces with gas so any attachment is more solid due to the reduced mass.
RE: Velcro attachment tip…
I’ve used McMaster Carr item 87535k53 to attach the P1’s. It’s a mushroom headed hook and loop fastener with extra strong adhesive backing that works 10x better than the supplied velcro. I think they make it in black too, but that # is for clear.
Now, how much and where do I send my money for these?
[...] and I’m really looking forward to upgrading my old P1’s already. Four new units were announced today, along with a nice promo video that does a great job summarizing everything as well. The new units [...]
[...] than twelve hours ago the RP crew dropped some photographs of the new units and even posted a RP PDF with some nice juicy details including prices. I’m not going to list [...]
Will European customers ever see these. If so, when?
Thanks,
Tim
RP EDIT:
You will. European units will be available about 8 weeks following the US ship dates.
Kudos to the team for this development. Creative, practical, versatile, efficient, and economical. These are the qualities that sell products. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sending out a shock wave of creative energy…our minds eye are already firing the triggers on these!
Does the PX work without a camera-mounted flash?
(e.g. in conjunction with the ST-E2)
Greetings, Jan.
ps: Great product as I assume.
RP EDIT:
The PX may be used with an ST-E2 (which is our preferred combination actually), similarly it can also be used with a Nikon SU-800, the Nikon pop-up flash on some cameras, and normal full sized SpeedLight units.
Are you required to position the PX receiver differently on front of 550 vs 580 flashes? With the P1 that was important as the sensor is in two different locations.
RP EDIT:
The manual will have mounting diagrams, but overall, alignment with the sensor is less important as we’re now blasting the light signal straight into the sensor. There’s far less light loss than transmitting through a fiber and a bead at the end. The unit fits well on all current Canon and Nikon flashes.
Will the PX be compatible with Minolta or Sony Flashes? (They are one in the same BTW)
RP EDIT:
It will.
[...] Fotos der neuen PX-Transmitter und Reciever- Serie finden Sie unter http://radiopopper.com/blog/?p=61 [...]
Will this system work with the Metz 58 AF-1 flash?
RP EDIT:
We haven’t test w/ Metz 58, but it should work fine.
Got my P1’s. 1 transmitter, two receivers for my D300 & SB800’s.
Ordered Friday 12/26/08 11:30 AM, recived Monday 12/29/08 11:30 AM.
Very satisfied with the build quality. No mis-fires.
Thank you for a well implemented and great innovation.
I’m very new to this so please forgive a possibly dumb question. From what I see the radio poppers basically allow you more versatility by allowing you to place your speedlights further away, or out of line of sight. Is that correct? is their more to it than that? Also, if I don’t want to have a speedlight on my hotshoe (canon), I will need the st-E2? Thanks.
RP EDIT:
This is correct Mark. The RadioPopper system in its most basic sense is a radio “bridge” for the signals that are already being sent between your SpeedLite units. Radio signals go much further and through walls, so your placement options are expanded. The new PX units do some additional logic that help to error check the signal coming from your flashes, and also allows the ability to mix automatic ETTL type lights with manual lights.
You’ll require an ST-E2 on your camera or a SpeedLite as you suggest. Also know that if you have two SpeedLite units and you just don’t want to see any light from the one on your camera, you can always put that one SpeedLite (your “Master”) in “Commander Only Mode” – it will still emit light to communicate with your slave flashes, but it won’t emit any light during the actual photograph – so it won’t contribute any light, it’ll just “talk” to the remotes through the RadioPopper units. Give us a call if any of that is unclear.
Thanks!
Hi
I’m very interested in getting a couple of transmitters/receivers from the PX series, but I live in SE Asia, Singapore. Is it possible to get international shipping to here? Also, roughly when would it be possible to start shipping? This is because I’m enlisting in the army in 2 months time, and would like to use these before then…
Thanks!
RP EDIT:
We’ll begin international PX distribution to various countries in March. There’s no specific date set for Singapore at this time.
I was wondering if there was an exact release and ship date for the PX and if i could already get on an order list just in case the first batch sells out fast. Thanks
RP EDIT:
PX orders will open this week. Check for a blog post by Wednesday with all the details.