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PowerMC2

The PowerMC2 Receiver Module connects to Einstein E640, Celestial, and LINK flashes from Paul C Buff. With a Raven from Fusion TLC on your camera, you can adjust flash power directly from the camera position and use SyncView technology to trigger your flash at shutter speeds far above X-sync to overpower the sun.

The Einstein can be triggered from a PocketWizard MiniTT1, FlexTT5, or FlexTT6 or with a Raven, and you can control power to three different zones of light in 1/3 stop increments.

Using a Raven as your transmitter, you can control power to three different zones of light in 1/10 stop increments for all three flashes. You can also use HSS and TTL with the LINK or Celestial.

An Einstein with a PowerMC2 module is also compatible with all PocketWizard transmitters and can use either the Legacy or E Release firmware protocol. It also can be triggered by Sekonic meters with PocketWizard modules.

FCC frequency PowerMC2 Receivers are available at PocketWizard Dealers throughout the US and Canada. CE PowerMC2s using are not available.

IMPORTANT: Current PowerMC2 owners, click here for an important product notice.

E Release

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Introduction Features Specifications Compatibility Literature

ControlTL

The PowerMC2 uses PocketWizard’s ControlTL firmware platform to tap into the full potential of your camera and flash system. It enables an entirely new level of remote flash capability through our proven radio communications. ControlTL firmware is configurable and upgradeable for continuous improvement and compatibility.

E Release Firmware Compatible

The PowerMC2 can be upgraded to PocketWizard’s new firmware protocol, the E Release. The E Release gives you incredible range and reliability and also enables the PowerMC2 to be compatible with the new Raven from Fusion TLC.

Manual Power Control

When the PowerMC2 is paired with either the Raven or a ControlTL radio with an AC3 ZoneController, you can adjust the power settings of your Einstein E640 lights directly from the camera’s position. You can also adjust power to the Einstein via the Sekonic L-478DR light meter.

ZoneControl

Assign each Einstein to its own Zone through the user interfaced on the Einstein or Link and you can adjust power from the transmitting unit for Zones A, B, and C with a compatible transmitter. Zone D can also be used for an extra zone of light. Easily enable and disable each Zone from your transmitter to create different lighting effects.

PowerTracking

PowerTracking allows you to choose the perfect light level, then lock it in, even if you want to tweak your other settings. Once you’ve set the power level, you can then adjust your ISO, aperture, or flash exposure compensation and the light intensity will automatically increase or decrease to keep the same exposure.

HyperSync™/SyncView

HyperSync allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds, all the way up to 1/8000 second*, with 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. HyperSync Automation with a ControlTL radio will allow seamless HyperSync performance with your PocketWizard radios.

SyncView is the advanced version of HyperSync and is available with the Raven. You can see the actual flash arc on the Raven’s screen and tweak it on the fly. HyperSync Automation with a ControlTL radio will allow seamless HyperSync performance with your PocketWizard radios.
(*maximum sync speed is camera and flash model dependent).

Programmable and Upgradeable

Use the PocketWizard Utility with the PowerMC2’s USB port to program the receiver to your preferred settings. You can control your modeling light, program your initial power settings, and adjust HyperSync settings, among other things, using the Utility. The PowerMC2 can be easily upgraded whenever updates and feature enhancements are available. The Utility program can be used to upgrade the PowerMC2 to the E Release firmware or downgrade it to the Legacy firmware as needed.

Channels

The PowerMC2 can be programmed as needed with up to 20 ControlTL channels for Manual Power Control, or 32 standard channels for simple triggering for Legacy firmware. It can use Channels 1-20 for the E Release firmware.

Reverse Compatible and Upgradeable

The PowerMC2 Receiver operates on the same channels as all other PocketWizard radios and will work with any PocketWizard radio you may already have. The PowerMC2 can use both Legacy and the E Release firmware

No batteries required

The PowerMC2 gets its power from the Einstein™ E640 flash.

Frequency:	FCC/IC model: 340.00 – 354.00 North America CE model: 433.42 – 434.42 MHz EU/Asia/Other
Channels:	52 Channels over 26 Frequencies – US FCC/IC 35 Channels over 5 Frequencies – CE
Antenna:	2.7″ (6.9 cm) rubberized
Mounting:	Five-pin remote socket
Zone Select Switch:	A-B-C – Plus Zone “D” if receiving on a Quad-Zone Triggering Channel.
Status Indicator:	LED: Green, Amber, Red Status indications
USB:	USB Compliant 2.0, Mini-B Connector, 5VDC regulated, 100mA, Pin 1 Positive, Pin 4 Ground
Operating temperature:	Above -15° C (5° F) and below 50° C (120° F)
Storage temperature: (without battery)	Above -30° C (22° F) and below 85° C (185° F)
Construction:	High impact plastic, rubberized antenna
Power:	Receives power from attached flash
Dimensions:	4.66″ (11.84 cm) long x 1.29″ (3.27 cm) wide x .43″ (1.09 cm) depth
Weight:	.77 ounces (21.83 grams)
Included in the box:	PowerMC2 Receiver, Quick Guide
RoHS Compliant
Requirements:	Must be used in conjunction with a PocketWizard ControlTL radio or Raven on camera for power control capability. May be paired with any PocketWizard transmitter or transceiver for simple triggering.

Compatibility

The PowerMC2 is compatible with the Paul C Buff Einstein™ 640, the Celestial, or the LINK. It is not compatible with AlienBees or DigiBees.

It is compatible with any PocketWizard radio and the Raven from Fusion TLC. The radios must use the same frequency protocol. Available functions will vary, depending on what radio and firmware you are using.

The PowerMC2 can also be triggered wirelessly by a Sekonic light meter with a built in PocketWizard, using the same firmware protocol.

PocketWizard radios are made in two different frequencies, based on regulations and approval from local governments. FCC frequency units are allowed in North and South America, while CE frequency radios are used for most of the rest of the world. A CE radio cannot talk to an FCC radio and vice versa. Please see our Wiki for details about frequency or contact us if you have any questions. Radios sold in this website are FCC frequency and can only be shipped to the US and Canada. The PowerMC2 is not available in CE frequency.

FIRMWARE NOTE: there are several different combinations of firmware for both the radios and the flashes. Please be sure to check what firmware you need for all products before purchasing. You can contact us for more information.

E Release Compatibility

The PowerMC2 is capable of being upgraded to the E Release Firmware.

PowerMC2 Product Brochure

PowerMC2 Quick Guide