Pixel Pro TW 283 Wireless Remote Trigger Tutorial ep.420

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[@EntBrit]

I have watched several videos explaining this trigger but this one is the most simple and clear. Thanks very much

[@RobTrek]

Glad it helped!

[@magillapole]

Seconded.

[@andrewfeng5626]

Regarding Timelapse (Delay function in intervalometer) for Canon T4i (and probably similar models) users, there's no need to manually set to "Bulb". I initially used the "remote/10s" preselect shutter, but that ended up ignoring the intervalometer and just took the pic after 10s. Another site instructed going to M and turning speed past 30" which is then "BULB". That will then follow the intervalometer settings BUT not necessarily the desired shutter speed, eg if you want it shorter/faster than 1", which is the minimum speed via intervalometer. I tried just selecting "Single Shot" on my camera shutter setting and then hit the Play button on the intervalometer and violà, it does exactly what was set for your timelapse plans.

[@RobTrek]

Thanks for tips!

[@bryanbrian1234]

Thanks for the Tutorial- Just as a side note this remote will work on the Sony a99ii (pixel pro tw-283rx) but you will need to make some adjustments in the camera as well to get to Bulb Mode to work (1) the camera must be set to single shot mode (2) the dial must be set to M (3) dial down to the longest exposure time and bulb setting will show up, If you are not in single shot mode there will be no bulb mode available. Also if you want to use the multi shot mode you will need to go back into the settings and reset your camera back to multi shot first but after that you will be able to use the auto settings M/A/P Auto etc..on the camera and the remote should work in multi shot. Also you will need to fully seat the USB cable in to multi function port on the camera it will go in and it will look like it is seated but will not work until it has a firm connection.

[@RobTrek]

Thanks for sharing these instructions!

[@tamarahughbanksharding1916]

Thank you! I don’t know how many times I’ve read the directions and still struggled. You’ve made it so clear.

[@RobTrek]

Glad it helped!

[@neilcousineau4956]

Hi Rob, I have never seen this type of remote for Olympus before. Thanks, you are the master of "How To" gear for us Olympus and OM System users.

[@RobTrek]

Thanks, Neil!

[@Jfoy42]

I recently purchased this shutter remote to use with my Canon EOS SL1 100D. I'm currently in Utah and plan to attempt taking pictures of the night sky. This video has definitely provided useful info for my preparations. Thank you for your time and detailed explanations. Now, I hope I can manage to put this to good use. 😁

[@RobTrek]

Have fun!

[@reallymustgetalife]

Of course you need to turn off the camera’s shutter delay as otherwise your 60 second exposure becomes 55 seconds! Learned that the hard way!

[@mikejduk]

Thank you for getting me there. I did feel a little lost with the camera you was using, however, I managed to figure from your instructions how to use my TW 283, Many thanks.

[@alisonfairley5861]

Many thanks for this Rob. It is the first tutorial on this platform that has clarity and therefore makes it easier to understand. Much appreciated.

[@RobTrek]

Happy to help!

[@brianperry]

Thanks for making the functions far clearer than the booklet...the instructions are so damn small.....l have just bought the TW-283 for use with my E-PL8

[@herdmentality101]

Thanks for doing this video! The manual is pretty terrible

[@RobTrek]

Happy to help!

[@TheNarrowbandChannel]

When I was at a star party last year someone in range was triggering my remote trigger and I had to change channels. Pretty cool the continues shutter mode. I did not know about that one.

[@RobTrek]

Ha! I can't believe I had anything new I could show you. I know the channel thing is a problem with flash photographers too.

[@TheNarrowbandChannel]

@@RobTrek There is always something to learn.

[@reallymustgetalife]

Thank you for this very clear, easy to follow video

[@RobTrek]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidmc3741]

This is a great unit. Thanks for the tutorial. I shoot fuji, and the included usb-3.5mm would not work. For anyone here with an XH2,XT5, etc. Amazon is your friend. 2.5mm to 3.5mm worked like a champ.

[@RobTrek]

Thanks for sharing your tips.

[@craigrudolph1155]

I am using the pixel pro because when I use it on my Canon T6i and I'm bracketing, Canon camera will not take all 3 photos for bracketing unless you hold the shutter button down until the last photo has been shot. This remote will hold the button down to take all the bracketing photos.

[@craigrudolph1155]

The manual sucks, thank you for showing how it work and how to set it so well.😄

[@SusanneGeert]

Such a great video - thanks for taking the time to create this helpful guide 🙌

[@RobTrek]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nicktippey7331]

Great video thanks, I'm considering buying one.. I wondered if you have tested the range between the trigger/receiver? Also you mentioned at the start autofocus, I saw on an amazon review that the trigger does not work if the camera is set with back button autofocus, I wondered if you had tried that ? Thanks

[@RobTrek]

Yes, I've tested the range. It's excellent. Line of site is easily 60-100ft. As for back button focus, by default the shutter button still will AF on half press. If you disable the AF on the shutter button in the camera menu, the wireless trigger half press will be disabled too but it will still operate the shutter on full press. So you can push the back button to focus, then use the trigger to take the picture.

[@mankit.mp4]

Hi Rob, thanks for sharing and great review of the trigger. Do you know if it has a multicam function and can trigger a number of m43 cameras at the same time if they're on the same channel?

[@RobTrek]

Yes. If the receivers are on the same channel as the transmitter. While tried dual firing personally, I have interchanged receivers and had no issues.

[@dretwav]

Thanks so much for this video. I just got this unit today and you saved me from trying to decipher a user manual written in 3 pt font.

[@RobTrek]

Happy to help. That manual font is crazy small!

[@johnsullivan9320]

Great video. Well explained and saved me lots of time. Thank you.

[@dretwav]

Just a FYI. If you have the OM-1 you should buy the Canon version of this to get the correct cable.

[@RobTrek]

Thanks for the tip!

[@GrantMorgan-rc1tt]

Hi Rob, Excellent video as usual. I'm currently waiting for my OM1 Mk2 I'm about to order this TW 283, Does the half-press trigger also work with ProCap, please? Thanks, Grant

[@RobTrek]

Thanks. Yes, no problem.

[@pyrolicious7413]

Question about the bulb mode. Can you see on the remote when your camera is ready to make the next photo? Whant to use it for making photos of fireworks. (Canon 60D) And put my camera inside the safetyzone. So than it would be easy to see it my camera is ready for the next photo.

[@RobTrek]

No. There is no communication from the camera back to the trigger.

[@pyrolicious7413]

@@RobTrek thanks for the quick response.

[@ArcMediaFilms]

Thanks for great video I have just bought one of these and I am using it with a Sony A6000. I have them set to the same Chanel and the remote and trigger are communicating but it’s not triggering the shutter. I can’t work out why. I have my camera in bulb mode. What do you think?

[@RobTrek]

Usually the problem is having the wrong cable and/or it not connected properly. It looks like the A6000 uses a micro-usb type connecter for the shutter release. If that is the cable you have, then I'm not sure what else I can suggest. It should work.

[@johnramos7024]

I use back button focusing method. Would the remote focus work on back-button focus?

[@RobTrek]

It may depend on your camera. On my Olympus OM-1 I have a dedicated back button focus (AF-ON button). I can enable/disable half press shutter button for focus. If I disable the shutter button focus, then the remote trigger will not focus. If I enable shutter button focus, then the trigger will focus. So if your camera doesn't have a dedicated AF-On button and it disables the shutter button automatically when you assign another button to BBF, then it may not focus.

[@johnramos7024]

@@RobTrek thank you. I forgot to tell you that my main reason for doing the remote trigger and intervalometer is for a trip to shoot the aurora borealis. Meaning I will be on manual focus (from what I learned watching some bloggers). I have a Sony A7M4 and I think it may have the AF-ON button. I got to get re-acquainted again with my camera, lol.

[@Sandisc2]

Thanks Rob, well explained! Only speaking for my OM-1. I assume the Olympus version TW-283 UC1, is compatible with an OM-1, with another/different cable? I was thinking about getting the OM System RM-WR1 Wireless Remote, but, for 1/3 the price, this looks good. The only disadvantage I can see, compared to the OM System RM-WR1 Wireless Remote, you have a receiver, where as it's built in on the OM-1, for the OM System RM-WR1 Wireless Remote. Thanks, Tom Update - I dug out my Pixel Oppilas wireless remote that I was using on my EM-1 MK III, along with the optional Canon E3 cable, and it works on my OM-1. So, the cable that works is for a Canon, but works on my EM-1 MK III and OM-1 Pixel E3 Camera Connecting Plug, is for OM-D E-M1X, E-M1 Mark II, E‑M1 Mark III, OM-1 I'm guessing, if you have one these cameras you could just buy the Canon version TW-283 E3?? Tom

[@RobTrek]

Thanks. Yes, it seems the tw-283 is generic and all it's functions should work on any camera with the right cable.

[@kgoodman16]

Rob, huge help. Thank you

[@ggwildlife]

great tutorial i have one Q if one is using back button focus does the trigger know this and still autofocus or do i have to cancel my BBF thank you.

[@RobTrek]

Thanks. If you disable the shutter button AF, the trigger will still take a picture, but it won't auto-focus.

[@tollarplennie]

Great video, I am looking for a remote to be able to shoot Squash (the sport:)), and what I’ve found in most remotes on the market is that the distance between the trigger and receiver is short. What is you experience for this one. In the description it says 80 meters (269 ft). Could that be accurate? I will be closer, but still there would be a glass wall in-between!

[@RobTrek]

Hi. Sorry I took so long to get back to you. I took my camera outside and measured approximately how far I could fire the camera. I went at least reliably 180ft and got a few more beyond that. I put freshly charged batteries and was basically line of site up to 150ft. After that, I was behind a chain link fence. Hope that helps. -Rob

[@tollarplennie]

@@RobTrek Big thanks, Then I just need to find the cord that fits my camera.

[@mrtelecaster009]

Hi, great video thanks for that, the intervalometer has ben confusing me until now. One question for you though, on that very first screen where there are 2 values to set number of shots and the delay on the other, does this have to be used as well as the intervalometer or if using the settings on the intervalometer do I just leave that part out as the settings are done eslsewher when setting the intervalometer up? Hopethat makes sense.

[@RobTrek]

Hi. I'm so sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I'm not sure exactly what you are asking. The "N1" screen looks like two values, but it's actually 3 digits so you can set the number of shots up to 999. But it would look like 9 99. The delay is just how long to way before taking the first image. You need to set all the values. Let me know if that helps or I missed what you were asking. -Rob

[@mrtelecaster009]

@@RobTrek Hi Rob, not to worry, got to grips with it in the end, but thanks anyway

[@AndresFlores-ro7kt]

Where can I get the cable, because mine broke...what's the name of the cable? Thanks for your help

[@RobTrek]

What camera do you have?

[@davidevon1003]

Hello Rob, Great video, is there a way to use my camera "mirror up" feature with this device? like to avoid camera shake for long exposures?

[@RobTrek]

Hi, David. There are a couple of options to reduce shake. No need to use mirror up. If available on your camera, look for a shutter delay mode. On my Nikon DSLR, it's call " Exposure Delay Mode". Set it for 3 seconds and your shutter mode to regular single or bulb mode shot. In this mode, the mirror will go up and then wait three seconds to release the shutter. So if you want a 60 second exposures, set the intervalometer to 63 seconds with 5 second delay between shots. Another option is to use live view mode. The mirror will be up. See if there is a way to turn off the display or set it to it's lowest brightness to conserve battery life unless you are on external power. For long exposures, generally the small vibration at the beginning will have virtually no effect on the image since it's so dark. That fraction of a second of vibration won't overcome 60 seconds of exposure. Hope that helps. -Rob

[@everydaygrandad5642]

Excellent video Been using the same remote on EM 1 MK11 & now on OM 1 Great product 👌

[@RobTrek]

Great to hear!

[@kevinprideaux6653]

Which cord is used for OM-1.

[@pksacoma]

😊very nice explanation

[@RobTrek]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@renoholland7090]

Great video. Thank you.

[@RobTrek]

Glad you liked it!

[@bmalacrida]

hi! What is the maximum number of shots the device can fire?

[@RobTrek]

Hi. Sorry I missed your question. It can go up to 999 per interval.

[@bmalacrida]

@@RobTrek thank you!

[@UngaMan]

¡Gracias!😀

[@RobTrek]

Thank you!

[@elizabethwinsor-strumpetqueen]

great video , subscribed!

[@RobTrek]

Awesome, thank you!

[@haris151100]

Hi Rob, is it work with OM10 II?, thanks

[@RobTrek]

Yes. Be sure to get the one specifically for the E-M10ii. It uses a different cable.

[@haris151100]

@@RobTrek thanks rob for the answer, i do apreciate.

[@SnapHappy2pointoh]

Thanks!

[@RobTrek]

Thank you!

[@kevinprideaux6653]

Hi Rob, not sure what I am doing wrong, I have set up same model remote as described on my OM-1 and whilst it will fire the shutter, as soon as I plug in receiver to 2.5mm plug all menu/playback function buttons do not work.

[@RobTrek]

Make sure you have a TRS plugs (two black rings) and not TRRS (three black rings). The camera is in "half-press" shutter mode which disables the buttons. If all plugs are TRS and securely plugged in, then it's possible the cable wiring is bad.

[@kevinprideaux6653]

@@RobTrek thanks Rob - looks like I need a new cable.

[@DeMorcan]

Interesting product,

[@RobTrek]

It's a handy tool sometimes.

[@JediJeffatHype]

how di doyu get the batteries to work

[@RobTrek]

Make sure you have the batteries in the right +/- orientation. Once inserted, try rotating the batteries in-place. Use sandpaper to rough up the surfaces of the contacts.

[@JediJeffatHype]

@@RobTrek thanks I figured It out just the batteries on the receiver are really weird

[@TheMrSONIC4]

I have everything hooked up and working, but when I press the trigger halfway or all the way, nothing happens. The receiver lights up, but my DSLR doesn’t do anything

[@RobTrek]

Not knowing what camera you have, my guess would be the cable between the receiver and camera. The cable has two ends. A TRS pin on one side, and TRS or TRRS on the other. Most cameras use a "TRS" plug - the pin has two black rings. Some cameras like Panasonic use a "TRRS" - the pin has 3 black rings. See if you can confirm which pin your camera uses. Also make sure you haven't plugged the cable into the mic or headphone jack. Some cameras use a 2.5mm jack for mic which is the same as the remote trigger jack.

[@TheMrSONIC4]

@@RobTrek My TRS has only 2 rings and that end goes into the receiver. The other end is for the A/V output.

[@andywesselsphotographyart]

just received mine and I realize that I cannot "set" the time for the BULB function..... the unit is going back to where it came from.

[@RobTrek]

You could use the intervalometer. Just set the counter "N" to 1.

[@andywesselsphotographyart]

@@RobTrek yep, there is a work-around..... but that is not what I need or was hoping for. It's already on its way back to Amazon 😄

[@andywesselsphotographyart]

PS the improperly constructed battery contacts in the "receiver" is another flaw (mentioned by many that are not happy with the unit after receiving) and was a PITA when I started to test.

[@RobTrek]

@@andywesselsphotographyart This is the first I've heard of it. I have two and never had any issues. Maybe check out Aodelan brand. About the same price.

[@adlantian6334]

This is a godsend. The directions that come with it are terrible.

[@ahmedaldawood5678]

Ok, what if you want a 1 shot every 10 minutes for a long term, like 4 months😅

[@RobTrek]

I've seen some astrophotographers do this! You just have to change batteries and memory cards during the 10 minute break.

[@pksacoma]

Super Mario

[@asuhdaddude]

I have a wired intervalometer that looks exactly like this one. However I’m not able how to figure out how to set this one to shoot an image every 30 seconds like I can do so easily with my wired one. This one wants me to sept delay, interval, exposure, repeat and N1 to make some kind of complex formula… my wired one I simple input the interval time and then start it. I’m returning this unless someone explains it to me.

[@RobTrek]

Hi. I answered your question in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h52mZZSde6iqnqM