Godox XPro II (2024) Radio Controller Complete Walkthrough

[@makahaj341]

Does the new XPro II for Canon work correctly on the R5/R6 when using HSS and TTL simultaneously? The original XProC would default to full power when using HSS and TTL on the R5/R6. Godox acknowledged the problem but never came up with a fix. Hopefully this is it.

[@joejones392]

Yeah that was exactly my question also. Did ask on Strobepro site but the question has not been answered. And I do doubt they “fixed” the AF assist. Looks like the old system with red beam that works on dslr only.

[@Strobepro]

Good News! We were able to test the Canon R5 with the XPROII and it functions perfectly with TTL and HSS. The AF assist however is still not functioning on the R5.

[@makahaj341]

@@Strobepro That's great news, thank you for testing. Looking forward to its release.

[@sksnezinka]

@@Strobepro do we have to update the lights with FW that supports XproL II (since there is no other fw out yet) or will this one work even without updating?

[@Strobepro]

@@sksnezinka Yes the lights need to be updated to the latest version.

[@ericvanstaden7748]

Am I the only Photographer that wishes that the new model could rotate vertically, so that you can read the display when your camera is mounted above your eye level?

[@hizhaus]

You can use the app.

[@scottabeers]

A question that you may have touched upon but not enough to clear it up for me. If I want to put the camera on a tripod and remote activate the shutter release and strobes…is there a small handheld wireless remote available? I presume I need a cable from the camera to the XPROII-C but… what remote transmitter would I use to release the shutter? Thanks

[@hizhaus]

@@scottabeers Wait. Depending on your camera, you could remotely trigger the shutter which would activate the trigger on the Godox. You don't need a cable if the trigger is on the hot shoe.

[@scottabeers]

@hizhuas that is my question...how to release the shutter? I am new to Godox gear. I have used Yongou triggers where a small trigger could be used to remotely fire the shutter release through the strobe trigger on the camera. In this case there was a short wire from the camera to the flash trigger on the camera.

[@timfox162]

Thank you so much for making this, I just got my XPro II for Nikon, and this video was a great and thorough rundown of all the capabilities and how to use them.

[@paulstclairterry6971]

Excellent guide. Thank you so much for creating this!

[@chriswooldridge8471]

Brilliant tutorial. This has saved me so much learning time. Thanks!

[@yussufyassin6245]

I can't find words to describe how useful this video is Thanks a lot great jop

[@Strobepro]

We're glad you found it helpful!

[@studioatlanta]

Great video, I have now owned all these versions! I have a lot of Godox studio strobes and LED lights, V1's and couple AD200's .the list goes on. Love my Godox equipment.

[@ioannisandriotis7813]

Thanks - very useful. Just got this specific combo.

[@dab7963]

A really great video thank you very much for taking the time to put this together it was extremely helpful. The only thing, and I'm not done yet with your video, but the one thing that drove me crazy is that I had 2 600 units 1 200 unit and two Nikon SB 800 flashes on Godox receivers and I could not get the Nikons on group D and group E to go into TTL. After a lot of frustration and a lot of digging I learned that TTL is only available on channels A B and C. Channels D and E only allowed for manual or off. Of course I guess you could put all the lights on channel A and go to TTL but individually if you assign them separate channels channel D and E only allow for on manual and off. No TTL. I THINK THE MANUAL AND THE DIRECTIONS NEED TO BE MUCH CLEARER ON THIS FACT I THOUGHT SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH MY EQUIPMENT C

[@Jasmine_Bains]

Absolutely the best tutorial online. You guys always deliver. Thank you so much!

[@PeterFieldhouse-zc2ry]

I was struggling to make sense of the two items and had watched a few tubes. Came across yours and wow all was clear and I appreciated seeing the trigger and speedlite screens which I could see and check steeply step with mine. Thank you.

[@CwesiOfori]

thanks a lot for this video.... It really gives more than the manual gave

[@tocatlian]

Very helpful and informative! Thank you for making this video. The only thing I was hoping you could cover is what AUTO means in Zoom. Rather than the 24-200. Thanks!

[@Strobepro]

Hi @tocatlian, "Auto" zoom will try to closely match the field of view of your lens. Typically, you would only really want to use this feature with an on camera flash, but the controller enables it nonetheless. It could be helpful for a user who wants to run a flash on a camera bracket instead of the hotshoe.

[@tocatlian]

Thanks for your prompt response!

[@psindhwani]

A big thank you for an immaculate walk through.

[@gwenandersen]

BLESS YOU I was losing my marbles trying to figure out why I didn’t have access to TTL. Thank you

[@linnophoto]

Thank you for your detail oriented tutorial. Now I feel much more comfortable and less nervous trying to navigate the new unit.

[@DK-ys2cw]

Another great instructional video! You deserve our Godox purchases

[@Strobepro]

Thanks for saying so! If you ever have any questions, you can always feel free to drop us a line at the shop or email at [e-mail]

[@steveparkins6854]

Brilliant video and information 👍also FYI and the main reason I bought this, is it enable to have WYSIWYG on Sony A series; when the trigger is on for ambient shots 👍👍

[@MrBaros33]

Just bought one of these units, fantastic "Talk me there" easy to follow and well presented!

[@brianglock3099]

Bought a Xpro2 Nikon June 2023 and a V1. Work fine with the Nikon Z9 and Z8. Bought an AD 400 early April 2024 and the XPro 2 is not triggering the SD400 from the Z9 or Z8 . I had not tried it since updating firmware to 5.0 and 2.0. The XPro2 dose work fine with the D850. The V1 though some work fine on the Z9 and Z8 as a stand alone flash and works as a trigger. Firmware on the XPro2 is 1.0, I have not been successful getting the firmware update to work and it’s not clear if it will address the problem. The XPro is a very nice controller.

[@thomhayesimaging]

Cool to see this thing finally updated. But big shame to see the issue with the rechargeable batteries is still there. Buying regular batteries just for my trigger is a pain! Pretty much my only gripe with the Godox system

[@Strobepro]

If you want to use rechargeables, we'd suggest just ignoring the battery indicator. A good set of NiMH batteries is more than good enough for a day of shooting in our experience!

[@abubibraimo4359]

Great video....I received my Godox XPro II and my big disappointment was it did not come with a pouch and I was expecting it to tilt vertically so to see upright.

[@gosman949]

What a cumbersome way to go to TCM!! What happened to the TCM button that you push without going into the menu to set it up for an individual light? TCM is very useful to shoot in TTL and then show a manual setting to work from there. It takes the place of a light meter!

[@cooloox]

I get the model to hold a grey card and zoom in on that, so it fills the frame. Fire a shot in TTL and then press the TCM button and start shooting. As you said, it replaces a light meter and is easier. It's literally fire one shot, press a button and we're ready to go. I'm surprised the guy in the video didn't really know what it's for. I wonder if we can tick multiple flashes to work with TCM at the same time. If not then this is a real step backwards.

[@MikeT-yy3]

Great video, thank you. Can you verify if the hot shoe lock has a new Metal foot and not plastic like the older version which is awfully tight to slide into the Sony A71v hot shoe. If metal does it slide into the hot shoe much easier than before.

[@ugurtuncel8087]

Really great, helpful, video thank you. 👍

[@r.f.thompson4955]

Excellent presentation. The best I’ve seen. Having the index is a great help.

[@stosh1120]

Great presentation. Answered all my questions. Thanks!

[@AmyWilliams-sh9ig]

Super helpful video! I needed a complete walk through of this new controller and you delivered! Thank you!

[@caseyd6602]

Not sure if I’m doing something wrong, but if I chose the 858 option, it turns off controls on trigger. Only way to change strobe settings is with the meter. That’s exactly like the old app. Option. Is there really no 2 way communication between trigger and meter?

[@flashforum939]

Would love to see a demo of this controller used in conjunction with the Godox Flash app 📱📸

[@Strobepro]

Coming soon.

[@bjartewergedahl5824]

Nice video. Thanks. I am using the old XPro for Canon, and as far as I can see the only new features are the bluetooth menu, the user menu and the hot shoe locking mechanism. I can get Multi mode from the old one, and a bunch of channels if needed. Also I like the availability of TCM by long-pressing the zoom button. When shooting in HSS most light meters will not work. I then use TTL and convert to manual via TCM.

[@Strobepro]

You also get channel scan which is useful. The most important change for Canon users is the new hardware makes it possible for the Canon R5 and R6 and future mirrorless models function properly in TTL and HSS.

[@gosman949]

Do you mean to tell me there is not TCM in this new trigger?

[@bjartewergedahl5824]

@@gosman949 As Strobepro Studio Lighting points out, you get a functioning TTL for the R5 and R6 with HSS, and you can set the power for the modelling lamp for each channel. These are the only differences between new and old. The new Trigger has the TCM function, but you need to go via the menu.

[@gosman949]

@@bjartewergedahl5824 but the TCM is specific to one light at a time. And it stays on all the time unless you turn it off via the menu. I want the TCM button back! The speaker is completely wrong. TCM is an important function that allows you to save time and subs as a light meter!

[@gosman949]

@@bjartewergedahl5824 Well I have it on order and hope is works with the Nikon Z cameras on TTL and HSS. It would be worth it for that. But I still want that TCM button!

[@andyvan5692]

the tcm function should be used all the time, as when light doesn't change, you want the settings LOCK that manual gives you, but the convenience of ttl to compute the exposure for you; so if, like a wedding photographer you go from inside to outside in the sunshine, then being able to 'assess conditions' and lock the setting in, ahead of time, so you just write down what each setting is, then it speeds up workflow.

[@skymakai]

This is a really good point. No reason to not have TCM on, as TTL will work normally, then manual will automatically be ready with those same settings when needed.

[@gosman949]

but you have to set in the menu which strobe you are using. What if you have two different strobes firing?

[@michaelclark9762]

Some of us would rather leave the manual setting where it was before so that it is the same when we come back to manual mode from TTL.

[@gosman949]

@@michaelclark9762 I don't see that happening. We always want TCM after TTL. Otherwise just leave it on manual.

[@michaelclark9762]

@@gosman949 I sometimes have events where I've got things dialed in manually for whatever venue I'm at, then may have to step outside or in another area of a building that is lit totally different and take a few shots with one or two speedlights, then immediately go back to where I was before. I only use TTL for those brief run and gun areas, then return to the place where I'm perfectly happy with the way I was dialed in before.

[@omegaman1409]

Thinking of getting this. I already have a x2t but the larger screen and tcm is very inviting.

[@paulmiles9388]

excellent video. very clearly explained

[@jacobusdegroot7557]

Great tutorial.

[@carloscool70]

THANK YOU!!!

[@sovu9399]

Thank you so much! Very usefull.

[@barrycarter5504]

Just watched this a couple of times as could not get 3x v860iii to continually change the setting from the Xpro ii It was the distance setting!! Now I just seem to struggle with the zoom settings working and checked they are all at 90 degrees with no deflectors on. Om Systems OM1 ?? Can I just add this video was a dream to work with though, thanks for the effort you have gone into 👌👌

[@nokianx400]

How about any new version of X2T ?

[@Anitas1997]

❤thanks 😊

[@orion2250]

Thank you for the info!

[@Strobepro]

Any time!

[@bubuli]

1:32 Thank you for pointing that out. I was wondering if this is the same triggers that Adorama labeled as R2 Mark 2 and it is NOT.

[@SooksVI]

The Adorama exclusive is not just a button change. It added many of the new features that this latest version now adds, including TCM, Bluetooth, Individual LED control, USB-C and much more. I'm sure this new version has some additional features, being that the Adorama version was released a couple years now.

[@jaym5938]

Godox + Sekonic is a real snub. New ownership and management of Godox would be superb!!!

[@KamenMinkov]

56:22 I wish they could somehow bring user settings to the main screen - I have scenarios when I'd want to have a one button switch between whole sets of lights and going into the menu (or toggling groups one by one the old way) for that would be too slow.

[@EricScottPhotography]

When you review the Godox app, I would be interested in seeing it compared to the Flashpoint R2 app, which I find unreliable. Want to know if this controller is worth the app upgrade.

[@michaelclark9762]

The FP Mark II may not have all of the new features, but it has many of them. Backlit buttons. Channel scan. Flip lock. Individual modeling lamp control. USB C Firmware update. Bluetooth. All of these were included years ago in the FP R2 Pro Mark II. It also has an extra setting available in the "Shoot" menu that allows only the App to change power levels from a paired smart phone, in addition to single and multiple shooters. You do have to put gaffer tape on the battery cover to hold it on, just like the original Godox XPro. 😆

[@gosman949]

When I turn on my XPro II, it disables my "Apply Settings to Live View" in my mirrorless Nikon Z6. This has been a complaint from Nikon users with other Godox triggers. This is fine when working in a studio, but while outside working with HSS, I like to see what the background will look like before applying the flash. Is this the same issue with other cameras? The workaround is to turn off the trigger, get the background setting, then turn on the trigger. An extra step, but it works.

[@crazor01]

50:52 Try turning on Legacy Hotshoe

[@gosman949]

@@crazor01 but I want TTL and HSS! This will turn those features off! No can do!

[@diegofernandezfotografo]

Amazing! Thank you for this video!

[@Strobepro]

Glad you liked it!

[@italoargento]

good. Perfect, Thank you for all

[@lighthackerslimited]

Great..BUT will this fix the HHS not working with the PANASONIC LUMIX S cameras? All my Godox from AD200PRO to 850II don't work in HHS with the XPro I

[@dance2jam]

I beg to differ a bit (it wasn't all we need to know on this controller). Perhaps it is intuitive, but you didn't cover how to upgrade the controller if there was a firmware update (I just purchased this controller). There may be other videos or publications telling how to do it and the hardware needed. Since the video was this long, throwing that in would have been helpful. So, if you come back to the comments, what do I need and how do you update it?

[@StepphanMcPherson]

Thanks much, awesome job!

[@michaelclark9762]

Group. Channel. *ID Number.* If the light has an ID number set, unless the same ID number is set in the transmitter, it ain't gonna fire the light. I have all of my Godox/FP devices set to the same ID number as the default channel number I use. Once set on each device, I never change the ID number, even if I need to change the channel number due to 2.4GHz interference.

[@daisukesalon]

thank you

[@jacobusdegroot7557]

The V1 has a controller built in too.

[@Vicky-il5yv]

Help please! Is there any limitation of power the flash can go upto, with Trigger when in TTL mode? For example- I am shooting in little dark scene, with TTL mode (on Sony a6700), it is going only till power 1/32, not higher like 1/4 and result is too under-exposed. Whereas when I attach the flash (v860III S) itself directly with the camera, it is going till 1/4 or even higher power with the same scene and with the right exposer. Here Shutter speed is fix 1/125s, thus no HSS enabled. Not sure my trigger is having some issue (already tried resetting the trigger), or does it work like that only? I believe It must go till 1/1 in TTL too, not only till 1/32 and keep the scene underexposed. Test the same in my old a6400 too, same result.

[@vincevinnyp9224]

Great video really handy. With the saved settings does that just save the settings for the lights or does it include all the other menu settings, HSS etc.

[@paigeofstylez]

Can you do this same exact video with a canon in 2024

[@Strobepro]

We'll consider doing a more in-depth guide to cover all of the brand-specific differences.

[@5219spark]

I recently purchase a new X pro II N trigger. Everything is working fine in iTTL mode. My issue is when I switched to manual mode the unit isn't controlling my flash output. I'm using a Nikon Z9 with a Nikon speedlight SB-910. Im also using a X1R-N receiver along with my S Pro II -N. thanks for any help you can provide.

[@CMC5961]

I recently bought XProIIL for my Leica and XProIIO for Olympus and Panasonic. The TTL on XProIIL did not function with my Leica SL2-S and Leica Q2. I had to use manual control. The firmware version on my XProIIL is V1.1. Is there a way I can fix the TTL issues with my Leica?

[@rayvaldovinos8067]

I have two ad200's and the XPROIIL. I have never been able to update the firmware on the ad200 pro. I can only use it in manual. Is there a service somewhere that can help updating the firmware?

[@TheBalljumbie5]

AWESOME TUTORIAL BUT MY TRIGGER NOT SYNCING WITH MY FLASH . SIGHSSS

[@Strobepro]

If you've followed all of our instructions, here are some troubleshooting suggestions: 1. Make sure to try the test button on the controller and not just your shutter release. This will help you determine whether you need to change something in the radio control system or if a camera setting is to blame. On the camera side, look for any electronic shutter or silent modes that might be enabled since these will usually disable your flash. 2. Check the ID setting in the menu on both your controller and flash. Make sure the ID either matches or is disabled. 3. Make sure that the flash group you are trying to trigger is enabled. If you see dotted lines next to a group, that means the group is turned off. Power should be set from the controller rather than on the flash to avoid any triggering errors or unwanted power settings. If none of these suggestions helped, feel free to reach out to us by email and tell us which camera and flash you are working with. We can try to give you some more specific advice.

[@brucestapleton2768]

I am able to fire the flash with the test button on my trigger, but not through the camera shuttter. Am I missing a something or have it on the wrong settings? Shooting with a Canon 5d Mark IV.

[@marciodufranc4664]

Thank you for the videos, it is helping a lot. One question though, I have the x2t and the V1 flash and I couldn't set it to work in high speed sync. Does it is posible? Thanks again.

[@Strobepro]

Let me know which camera/controller you are using. Instructions for enabling HSS can vary somewhat.

[@realthoprivate]

Would be nice if they improved build quality. I know it's the absolute low-end of equipment, and is accordingly priced - which is nice - but still, just slightly thicker plastic would be nice :)

[@Strobepro]

Out of the thousands that we have sold of the old model, we've never had a warranty claim because of the plastic. If that's what is holding you back, I would be concerned about that.

[@allenpridmore4485]

Hi I’ve just bought the X pro II and I’m trying to connect it to the ml60 bi but it won’t connect can you help ? Thanks

[@NYsba328]

Great video ! Just 1 question for now . At 21:55 you go between Manual Mode / OFF/ and TTL by simply pushing the mode button. I’m having a problem and can only switch between manual mode and off. What am I doing wrong ?

[@kayserwolfgang189]

Thanks for this video. Does the Godox XPro II works fully together with a Nikon SB5000 and SB800?

[@thegreatujo]

There were quite a few inaccuracies and even some plain wrong info. You'd think Strobepro should know their own equipment. For example ~ @41:10 he says that only the new Xpro-II has that extended number of groups (going beyound A to E) when in fact the original Xpro also has that exact same feature.It would have also been helpful to explain to inexperienced users that once you set that extended number of groups it's bye-bye TTL on any group. There are also a couple other things but I'm too lazy to write.

[@Strobepro]

Yep, you're right. After 40 minutes of talking about custom functions with no script, that one slipped through and is on the original. Seeing as less than 1% of people use that feature, I don't think anyone will be buying the controller specifically for that. We will make the correction. Thanks

[@thegreatujo]

@@Strobepro No, I enjoyed the video overall. Thanks for the presentation.

[@maxreviews3418]

So I signed up for taking photos and videos at an event. Wondering if I should just use my flash on top of my camera or should I buy a trigger?

[@Strobepro]

We'd usually suggest an on-camera flash that you can use for ceiling and wall bounces whenever possible. Generally, the most universally useful flash at an event is the one that follows you around. Flashes placed throughout the room would most typically be an addition to your on-camera flash. In some cases, an event venue may not have any usable bounce surfaces. Even then, an on-camera flash can be useful for filling from the front. Godox flashes have a radio transmitter mode and can function as the controller for other flashes. A controller could still come in handy if you set up any formal shots where you control the environment and can really use your off-camera flashes to their potential. It's just less weight to have on your camera whenever it isn't needed!

[@joegoetzphotography]

will this new trigger work with a flashpoint Xplor600 strobe light because my original xpro does not sync with that strobe.

[@debbieshriner1308]

This was a very good video!!!! But how come B&H sales this for $89.00 and yours is $122.00 they seam to be the same Thank you

[@Strobepro]

Hi Debbie, We are a Canadian company, so our price is in Canadian dollars (CAD). Hope that clarifies it! If you're browsing our site, you can change the currency preview to USD at the top right.

[@debbieshriner1308]

Thank you Now will this work with the canon r3 right on the camera with out the little adapter that you can get for the R3 for the hot shoe I will go to your site to look with USA thank you

[@lexie73]

Hi. I've got a the fuji version of the XProii, and I'd like to switch my flashes (AD600 Pro and V860ii) to HSS. However, my trigger does not show the "SYNC" over the second button like I see in your video. It's just blank. I updated my firmware to V1.4. Any suggestions?

[@godsakes]

The memory save/load feature is what I've been waiting for a long time but it's a bit buried in the menu... they need a dedicated save/load button so you can save/load a preset with no more than 2 button presses

[@Strobepro]

We will pass on the feedback to the Godox engineers.

[@jasonkennewayphotography6399]

What function (if any) does a double press on the group buttons have? I’m hoping that it works as a quick way to switch groups on and off or at least a mode change

[@Strobepro]

Hi Jason, Confirmed that double-pressing a group button toggles the group between off and its previous setting.

[@isoawe1888]

There is an engineering flaw with that type of locking mechanism and Nikon cameras. The pin that is suppose to sit down in hole to lock on doesn’t fit. You never have to use little button to release and it never locks firmly on to camera ( just whatever tension you can apply to it ). With my Z9, it constantly loses communication and viewfinder goes black. I tested the locking mechanism with 4 Godox speed lights on 7 different Nikon bodies. None locked on.

[@Strobepro]

We've never had this complaint about the Nikon hot shoe before and have a few older models in the shop where it definitely isn't an issue. It's possible that it is a specific issue with the Z9. We will try to get ahold of one to test. Thanks for the feedback.

[@gosman949]

my Z6 works fine.

[@isoawe1888]

This controller is the first one that actually locks on my Nikon camera. None of the other Godox products will. Not just on Z9. But D850, D800, D6 x2, D500. Heck, I even tried them on my F5.

[@MikeTaylorPhotoArts]

I'm using the first version on my D800, just fine. @@isoawe1888

[@AT-js6py]

Hi will this trigger the xtr16 and xtr16s with the ad360 and v860c ? thank you for the well explained video.

[@alpharedwolf]

Thanks a lot for the chrystal clear walkthrough explanetion!! Greetings fron Dallas, TX.

[@Strobepro]

You're very welcome!

[@paigeofstylez]

Can you show me how to use this same trigger with a canon 430ex II 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@Strobepro]

Hi @paigeofstylez, You would need to purchase an X1R-C receiver to adapt the Canon flash over to the Godox radio system: strobepro.com/products/godox-x1r-c-strobepro-xrc-radio-receiver-canon Let us know if you have any other questions.

[@delanescott7872]

when i put both flash and trigger into high speed sync my shutter still wont go past 200 and i have the ad400pro with the xproii n on a z6ii so i know it should be able to do it.

[@HoAnhTuan-hn2hg]

*if you turn on "Legacy hot shoes", HSS not working"

[@Strobepro]

Hi @HoAnhTuan-hn2hg, Correct-this setting disables the additional pins and the advanced communication that is required for HSS to work. HSS requires a hot-shoe match. A Canon controller on a Canon body, for example.

[@bobstudio4367]

Can this be fired with a foot switch? Im wanting to trigger several cameras at one time each set with continuous frame rate.

[@HoAnhTuan-hn2hg]

*can you explain "shutter fire flash" with remote?*

[@Strobepro]

Hi @HoAnhTuan-hn2hg, Leave this setting on "trigger" unless you are using an X1R receiver to remotely fire a camera. The "shutter" setting causes the test button on the XProII to become a 2-stage button-half-press to focus, and full press to click the shutter. If you bought this controller to trigger flashes, you don't need to worry about this feature.

[@HeroShotz]

Does this canon version of this new trigger have the electronic contacts for the r3 and r7 ?

[@dariuszmaciejewski7272]

no

[@andyvan5692]

does the 'legacy hot shoe' allow the trigger to work on a cold shoe as well, eg for leaf shuttered film cameras, where only a cold shoe is provided?

[@77.88.]

Thanks for trying like most things today they are extremely complex?

[@hellosatan1]

this should cost money .. thank you somuch.

[@sylvaincherkaoui]

Hi, thanks for the vidéo, but I am very disappointed, I bought this trigger for my Leica Q2 and Sl2-s and I was surprised when I saw that it works perfectly with the Q2 but only at 1/250s max with the Sl2-S. I don't understand why it works with the SL2 and not the Sl2-S. I asked Godox for an eventual firmware update and this is their answer: "Now we can't tell you for sure that there must be firmware to solve this problem in the future, but our technicians have already learned about this problem, and they also need time to study to see if there is any solution (such as updating the firmware)" The Profoto Connect Pro works with the SL2-S so why not the Godox? ☹

[@TheSunnySuttons]

Nice, well done ✅👍🏻🔥

[@bobbyt2012]

You say not to put different types of lights on the same group, but can you fire two groups at the same time? In my case, if I'm shooting a large room, I frequently setup 2-3 speedlites around the room. If I have a subject in the fill zone of one speedlite, I only want to trigger that one. But if I have a subject kind of in between or a large group, I might want to fire all of them. Is there a way do that?

[@Strobepro]

Hi Bobby, You can only use one channel at a time, but you can use up to 5 groups simultaneously. I hope that clarifies it! Lights put on seperate groups can be managed seperately. Lights put on the same group will all use the power setting applied to that group. When we suggest putting different lights on different groups, we are talking about lights of varying maximum powers. 1/1 on a speedlite is not the same as 1/1 on a 600Ws strobe, so you would want to manage those two lights separately in almost any situation. If you have two or more identical lights, there are situations where it will make sense to have them on the same group. For example, let's say you have two identical speedlites lighting a background from either side. Assuming you always want your background lights to use the same power setting, having them on the same group simplifies that for you.

[@rachelg7371]

New to Godox, In the video at 44:50, for Step, you mentioned the minimum power levels. I have the V1 Pro N flash for Nikon. Do you know what the minimum power level is for this flash? I cannot find that info in the manual. Thank you.

[@Strobepro]

Hey @rachelg7371, Minimum power on that flash is 1/256. :)

[@rachelg7371]

@@Strobepro thank you for such a thorough video on how to operate this flash. You made it easy to understand and put me more at ease with artificial lighting.

[@bubuli]

I honestly don't like the new Godox hotshoe locks. I appreciate that they tried to make it better and uniform across the board...but in general, think it's a flimsier implementation compared to the others.

[@joejones392]

Hard to tell how flimsier it is just from a video.

[@bubuli]

@@joejones392 you can see better with the links provided in the description. If it’s the same as the one as in the V1 and X2T (likely) it’s not as good as, say, Nikon’s Speedlights or Profoto’s (IMO)

[@joejones392]

@@bubuli I was just saying you can’t be sure if it is exactly the same and how it will work on a trigger. I can see it looks similar but that’s all we know so far. There are good and bad flip locks and I hope this one is a good one. Not hard to do since the weight of a trigger is minimal.

[@MrStrangesound]

I switched from profoto b2 to godox ad300 + xpro II. TTL works fine, but i cant understand why godox doesn't show me power of flash after shoot in ttl mode. And second - I cant understand is exposure correct or not - profoto blinks if picture was over or underexposed. I read instruction for trigger and flash, but didnt find how to see those two params(

[@MikeTaylorPhotoArts]

Regarding your second point, why would you need the trigger to tell you if the exposure is over-under exposed ? Just look at the LCD.

[@Hyacin75]

Any ETA on that Bluetooth video? I just ordered one of these from you guys and I can't see the device in the Godox app or even in the list of BT devices available for pairing. Are we going to be stuck waiting for them to officially announce it and make a page for it and then release a v1.1 firmware?

[@liluswan]

What a great trigger! But, I have a Canon EOS R camera, how much I miss the auxiliary lamp of the autofocus! Maybe something could be done about it? I've screwed a small white flashlight onto another trigger before, but this one doesn't even have a place to attach it. It is very, very difficult to accept this...

[@royaltykidstv]

What do you mean by Autofocus, what needs autofocus?

[@liluswan]

@@royaltykidstv An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. my canon eos r camera doesn't want to focus without lighting. There is an auxiliary laser grid on the flashes and triggers, which allows the camera to focus on the object. But the Canon EOS R has its own AF assist lamp. Unfortunately, it doesn't help at all in completely dark rooms

[@royaltykidstv]

@@liluswan so even with an ad400 pro flash it won’t help? I have an r6 and r6 mark2, will it work for mine?

[@liluswan]

@@royaltykidstv I'm sorry, but I don't know. I have a Canon EOS R, Godox TT350, trigger - Godox Xpro2, then the autofocus illumination works only on the camera - only this built-in yellow light

[@taylor_imaging]

Will these fire the Neewer Q3 strobes? I have the trigger for them but I'm just curious. I shoot cars for a magazine and use 3 Gododx ad600s but I am getting into the neewer Q3 200ws strobes simply because they are easier to transport.

[@Strobepro]

Neewer had sold some rebadged Godox equipment in the past, but the Q3 appears to be a different make. You will likely need their proprietary controller. The Godox AD200 Pro is a little more expensive, but it is a more time tested product that will save you from having to mix radio systems. The AD200 Pro also has quite an ecosystem of accessories.

[@JerryWoo96]

Sony does not have TTL passthrough.

[@ypinkphoto]

i hate that i have to go to menu to change the channel. i have had to change channels multiple times on a shoot because different photographers were using the various channels . Channel needs to have a button

[@Strobepro]

Godox has moved to the new menu system on a lot of products now. Hopefully with the new channel scan you can pick a preferred channel. In addition you could set an ID on the channel to guarantee you won't have the same channel as anyone else.

[@markelovett]

Do you ever have any problems with Godox misfires? I recently started using several battery powered Godox flashes , 200’s and 400’s, with my Nikon camera, and I’m missing shots due to the controller or flash units sleeping. Really painful. Ever have this problem? And what is the solution?

[@andyvan5692]

the most obvious fix is to turn the 'battery saver' timer off, and the standby timer to off, otherwise you just have to flip the unit on/off/ on to wake it up, Don't worry, most of these keep the last settings in memmory, so this shouldn't reset the trigger to defaults.

[@markelovett]

@@andyvan5692 I’ve got a controller and 4 strobes. Turning the strobes on and off isn’t an option. I changed the channel to 25, turned the stdby and sleep off on all units, if that doesn’t work I’ll swap my controller rechargeable batteries with non chargeable. If all these things don’t work I’m out of ideas. We’ll see. Thx

[@MikeTaylorPhotoArts]

I was having the same issue for a few years. Mind you I was using RECHARGEABLE batteries in the trigger. When I changed to non-rechargeable batteries, it all stopped. BTW, just in case, I bought a sync cable to keep as a security backup.

[@markelovett]

@@MikeTaylorPhotoArts When I was pushing the red test fire btn on the 200 turns out I was accidentally changing the channel which was causing it not to fire

[@JoshuaJEnriquez]

Wheres the video of the godox app?

[@pgbrosch]

Does it work with a sony a7r iv? And am I able to use it with third party flaches (Neewer) or only with godox flashes?