Lens Mounted, Stick-On, & Other Triggers - Listing Below
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Foot Switch w/ 6 ft cable - mini plug
Foot Switch - Treadle Style Dual w/ Hot Shoes
Foot Switch Twin Heavy Duty w/ Hot Shoes / Detachable Cable
Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch Band
Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch w/ Coiled Cord
Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch Base Model
Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch w/ Coiled Cord, Safety Clip
Manual Tripper on 6 foot Coiled Cord - Custom HH Adapter
Manual Tripper Set Into Vinyl Hand Grip
Manual Tripper Set Into Plastic Box
Manual Tripper Small vs Large
Stick-On Trigger
Strap Trigger Cable
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Lens Trigger: Why you want this!
Uses, Options, and Scenarios
(***) Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch
The Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch Base Model (with up to a 3 foot straight cable), ending in a straight mini plug is $65. The 3/4 inch wide elastic is 9 inches long from snap to snap, and an extension is available for $10 to fit around the large lens hood of the big 400 f2.8 lens. A RA (right angle) molded mini plug is also available for an additional $5. The Quick Disconnect can be added into the cable for $30.Note: For reference, the Canon 400mm f2.8 lens is 14.5 inches circumference on the rubber focus ring (fine for the standard 9 inch band), while on the lens hood, the circumference is 21.75 inches (Large Lens Extension needed here).
Note: One word of caution, in that the elastic or Velcro is naturally flexible to form around an object, but constant sharp bending right at the wire / switch junction point will break the solder joints, which will result in a failure of the switch and a costly repair.
(***) Strap Trigger Cable - Flat Button
The Strap Trigger Cable is a specialized version of the Lens Mounted Trigger using a heavy duty Velcro strap that is specially made to stick to itself. The Velcro strap shown in the image is 0.5 inches wide, and has been pre-curved for a specific application to fit on the handlebar of a mountain bike. Since the strap is flexible, it can also be used around a lens, monopod, or other item, just as the elastic band can be (although it doesn't stretch at all). This Strap Trigger Cable is $75 in strap lengths up to 12 inches long, using a cable length up to 3 feet. The tactile switch used is a thinner height than used in the other switch triggers, although any of the Tactile Switches can be used in this application. The Raised Tactile Switch is shown using the Strap Trigger just below.(***) Strap Trigger Cable - Raised Button
Here is the same Strap Trigger Cable as above, but using the "raised" tactile switch instead of the "flat" tactile switch. Any of the Tactile Switches can be used in this application. This Strap Trigger Cable is $75 in strap lengths up to 12 inches long, using a cable length up to 3 feet. The strap is available in a 1 inch width for a Dual Trigger, and longer cable lengths, coiled or straight, as well as different connectors are also available, just ask!See: Why You Want This!
(***) Lens Mounted Trigger - Single w/ Coiled Cord
This image shows the Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch with the Coiled Cord and Safety Clip. The coiled cord with or without the safety clip adds $25 to the base price of $65, for a total of $90. The optional Large Lens Extension is $10, but is only needed for the very largest diameter lens hoods. The Quick Disconnect can be added into the cable for $35. The disconnect can be either the mini plug / mini jack set, or the RJ11 / RJ45 coupler as used in the Dual Switch models.(***) Lens Trigger - Dual w/ 2 Attached Cables
The Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch Band (with up to two 3 foot straight cables), ends in two straight mini plugs, and is $85. The one inch wide elastic is 9 inches long from snap to snap, and an extension is available for $10 to fit around the large lens hood of the big 400 f2.8 lens. RA (right 
angle) molded mini plugs are also available for an additional $5 (each). The Quick Disconnect RJ11 plug / RJ45 coupler (or mini jack / mini plug) can be added into the cable for $45.See: Why You Want This!
(***) Lens Trigger - Dual w/ Combo Cable
Here the Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch Band is shown with the 8 inch short attached cable, ending in a mini plug, with the matching dual ended coiled cord using the mini jack for the disconnnect. The Dual Switch Band is $85, the Dual Coiled Cord is $45, the Safety Clips are $5 each, and the mini plug / jack disconnect is $45.(***)
Here the Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch Band ($85) ends in the RJ11 plug connecting to a RJ45 coupler. This disconnect set is an additional $45, and the dual ended coiled cord seen here is $45. A mini plug / mini jack can be used instead of the RJ11 / RJ45 for no additional cost.(***) Lens Trigger - Dual w/ Attached Combo Cable
The same Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch Band ($85) is shown here having the Dual Ended Coiled Cord ($45) rigidly attached to the Dual Lens Band without using a disconnect, and the Safety Clips ($5 each) are also in place.(***) Lens Trigger - Single w/ Short Cable
The Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch Base Model is $65 with the short cord and the molded plug as seen here. The specialty adapter is a mini inline jack to HH plug and is $25. The same adapter is also available ending in a HH jack 
(female outlet). The HH (male or female) can be put in place of the the mini plug for just $5. If you are using the "Add-A Tap" setup with zip cords, be sure to specify that you need UNPOLARIZED HH plugs which have both blades of the same width.See: Why You Want This!
(***) Stick-On Trigger
The Stick-On Trigger is $65, and can be made in a length up to 3 feet, with either a RA or a straight mini plug. This Velcro pad can mount to the camera body hand grip or anywhere else you can think of with the included Velcro or foam mounting pads. As in the Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch with the Coiled Cord and Safety Clip the coiled cord and safety clip adds $25, and the disconnect adds $30.(***) Stick-on Trigger - Variations
Here you can see some variations of the Stick-On Trigger. You can have a Single Switch model that has Dual positions with a custom spacing, or a Dual Switch model that has Dual positions with a custom spacing. The image shows each version ending in a RJ11 plug as the disconnect which is $30, although the mini plug / mini jack can be used instead if desired. In addition to the base price of $65, the Dual Position Single Switch (2 switches) will add $20, while the Dual Position Dual Switch (4 switches) will add $45.(***) Foot Switch
The light duty Foot Switch is $65 with the hardwired cable up to 6 feet long, ending in a mini plug. This same light duty switch can have a removable cable, and an attached hot shoe for mounting a Pocket Wizard to become a self contained transmitter unit as seen in the next images (click either to enlarge) and is $130 as in the image on the right, while $160 as in the image on the left. With the hot shoe within the outline of the foot switch, the overall size is smaller and lighter (0.3 lbs), but has
a smaller press area for the foot, while putting the hot shoe beyond the outline of the foot switch it is internally weighted (0.7 lbs) to prevent tipping when a PW is attached. In either format, the PW can be mounted right in the hot shoe attached to the foot switch, OR at the end of the cable. A 6 foot mini plug to mini plug cable is available for $15, and other lengths coiled and straight are also available, just ask!(***) Foot Switch - Burst Mode Issues
Putting a PW in the hot shoe of any of these Foot Switches will indeed trigger another PW as a receiver in one shot mode, but it seems that to achieve true burst mode, either the PW needs to be connected through the "Camera / Flash" port, or a special mod needs to be done to the PW to make the foot contacts act properly.
(***) Foot Switch - Comparison
Here is a comparison of the 3 different Single Foot Switches that are available with the above mods. The Light Duty is priced above, while the Rear Hinge Heavy Duty Switches (left and middle) add $25 to the price shown.See: Why You Want This!
(***) Twin Footswitch
This Twin FootSwitch with Hot Shoes and Dual Detachable Cable (click either image to enlarge in a separate window) is a heavy duty solid unit that starts with a "Made in the USA" LineMaster Aquiline Twin Metal FootSwitch. The Low Profile Hot Shoes can each hold and trigger a radio transmitter, and the 4 conductor mini jack allows the transmitters to be located at the end of the included Dual Cable.
Each switch alone is much more robust than the light duty foot switches above, and the twin switch unit weighs a full 3.5 lbs, while the light duty single switch weighs in at only 0.3 lbs. The Aquiline Twin HD Metal FootSwitch along with the mods to add the 2 hot shoes, 4 conductor mini jack (or 2 single mini jacks and separate cables), and Dual Cable is available for $245. 
For more flexibility in use, using 2 mini jacks and single cables allows standard cables to be used, while a single cable split on both ends can be made up as a special item for an additional $40.The Twin FootSwitch can be wired either for independant or interlocking operation (default is independant; interlocking will only allow the first switch pressed to be active and fire the transmitter, even if both foot switches are depressed). For those who really want everything, the addition of a small slide switch into the circuit will allow either mode of operation to be selected. To have the slide switch to allow for both modes of operation will add an additional $45.
Other switch styles are available, and images will be posted soon.
(***) Dual FootSwitch - Treadle Style
The Dual FootSwitch - Treadle Style (click either image to enlarge) is also a heavy duty dual switch unit that operates 2 long life microswitches by pressing either the left or right side of the single 4 inch wide cast aluminum pedal. Only one switch will operate at a time (independant control is not available with this switch). With the
hot shoes in place, this switch weighs a hearty 1.5 lbs, and has a heavy non-skid rubber bottom. As shown above with the 2 hot shoes, this item is $150. A hardwired dual cable is available for $45, and this cable can be made detachable for just $25 more.(***) Manual Tripper on Coiled Cable
This Manual Tripper on a 6 foot Coiled Cable Ending in a Mini Plug is $50. A Safety Clip can be put on the cable end near the mini plug for just $5. The image also shows 2 optional adapters: Mini Jack to HH Male, and Mini Jack to HH Female. Each adapter is $25, 
and can be made as a short 6 inch cable instead of a rigid adapter for the same price. The same Manual Tripper is also available ending in a HH outlet (male or female) which can be put in place instead of the the mini plug for just $5. If you are using the "Add-A Tap" setup with zip cords, be sure to specify that you need UNPOLARIZED HH plugs which have both blades of the same width.(***) Manual Tripper Comparison
The Manual Tripper Comparison shows the difference in size of the two types of Manual Trippers now available. Each is priced at $50 with either a 6 foot staight or coiled cord, and will end in a straight mini plug. A short coiled cord, and a RA mini plug are optional for $5 each. A Safety Clip can be put on the cable end near the mini plug for just $5. The Small Manual Tripper has a low force actuator that provides a good tactile feedback, and can be actuated by a vertical press, or a press in almost any other direction as well, while the Large Manual Tripper is a silent non-tactile switch that is acutated in a vertical direction only. The length and diameter of the Small Manual Tripper lends itself to being taped to almost anything, while the Large Manual Tripper is easier to hand hold.See: Why You Want This!
(***) Manual Tripper in Vinyl Hand Grip
This image shows the Manual Tripper Set into a Vinyl Hand Grip. It is $50 as shown with a molded mini plug on a 6 foot cable. Other styles of switches, grips, connectors, and cables are available as needed. The vinyl hand grip is hollow and was originally made to fit on the control stick of an ultra-light plane, so the pilot could take pictures without letting go of the control stick. Different diameters are available to fit over different size tubes, or the vinyl grip can be just hand held just as it is.(***) Manual Tripper in a Plastic Box
Here is the Manual Tripper Set into a Plastic Box. It is $50 as shown with the 6 foot cord and molded straight mini plug, although other switch styles, and box sizes are available. The box is supplied with heavy duty Velcro for mounting, and the cable length and exit position, as well as the switch position can be customized.*********************************************************************
(***)Lens Trigger: Why you want this!
Use this device to trigger a Pocket Wizard or other radio transmitter while holding another camera. You can fire off pictures with the remote camera while holding your main camera. The top picture shows the Single Switch Band model with an attached 3' straight cable ending in a molded miniphone plug to trigger a Pocket Wizard which will cause the firing of a remote camera without putting down the camera the switch band is mounted to! The red button switch has a good tactile feel, and is easy to locate. Easy on, easy off; easy positioning for either side of lens!
You no longer have to reach for the test button on your Pocket Wizard!
For e-Bay RF Transmitters / Receivers:
Replace mini plug with 1/4" inline jack: (+$5)
Most popular / requested options:
1) Replace the 3' straight cable with the 6' coiled cable. The Pocket Wizard can then be placed in a pouch or in a pocket and out of the way. (Only $20 additional to base price for the Single Switch Band) Safety clip is most useful to help prevent plug pullout, and relieve the stress and strain on the plug / jack connection. It is not field installable, and must be specified at time of order.
2) Add quick disconnect near elastic switch band. You don't have to fumble to unplug the wire from the Pocket Wizard when putting down your camera. (Only $20 additional to base price for either Single or Dual Switch Bands). The quick release can be place on either the 3' single straight cable, 6' single coiled wire, or 6' double coiled cable. For the Single Switch models, the quick disconnect can either be the RJ11 connector with the RJ45 coupler, or the mini plug / mini jack combination. For the Dual Switch models, a 4 conductor mini plug / mini jack can be used instead of the RJ11 / RJ45 for an additional $5.
Wedding Scenario:
Shooting a wedding ceremony, and you are down the aisle using long and wide glass, while your remote setup is mounted on a tripod or clamps near the front to face the bride, overlooking the groom's shoulder (or also in a balcony, as when using the dual switch model). Press the Lens Mounted Trigger Switch to get every closup expression of the bride, while you are taking the distance shots from down the aisle. You never have to lose the field of view from your handheld camera, and both cameras will operate independantly. It does take a bit of practice, but the results are awesome in getting the same expression from the two different angles! Using the coiled cable will allow the Pocket Wizard to be placed in a pouch along with the external battery for the flash, and the quick disconnect will allow you to easily put the camera down without having to unsnap the Switch Band.
Sports Scenario:
Set up a remote behind each goal (i.e. soccer, basketball, etc), and when you are shooting on the sidelines, you can get either goal action by pressing one button or the other on your Lens Mounted Trigger Switch Dual Band. The buttons are color coded, and each has a different feel, although you can put a clear or felt pad on one to help distinguish the difference. The Pocket Wizard can be easily placed in a waist pouch, and using the quick disconnect, you don't have to unsnap the Switch Band to get all unhooked!
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Don't forget that you also need a Pre-Trigger Cable to connect the receiver to the camera. Only one S/H charge when both are ordered together (or when included in a flash mod order) !
Pocket Wizard Plus II Users:
...Continuous or burst mode is not supported
...Single shot mode works just fine!
Explanation:
...This is because of the auto-transceiver function of the Plus II design (and only this model), an attempt by PW to make the relay function of the MultiMax model easier to use. The MultiMax model works correctly in burst mode when a Trigger Switch press is applied to port 1, while in the Plus II model, the port 1 jack auto switches to an "output" immediately after a switch press so the auto-relay function can happen more easily. It is this auto switch to output mode of the port 1 that prevents a continuous firing in burst mode. The solution is to only take one picture at a time, or use a MultiMax for the transmitter!
Design Glitch Plus II - Burst Mode Mod
This mod is for Plus II models and will correct this condition!
More Info in FAQ Section
...This explanation, and another by MAC (Pocket Wizard)...
Lens Mounted Trigger Setups:
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Wrap single band around shoe to make this a foot actuated trigger!
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Lens Mounted, Stick-On, & Other Triggers - Complete listing
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Foot Switch w/ 6 ft cable - mini plug
Foot Switch - Treadle Style Dual w/ Hot Shoes
Foot Switch Twin Heavy Duty w/ Hot Shoes / Detachable Cable
Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch Band
Lens Mounted Trigger - Dual Switch w/ Coiled Cord
Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch Base Model
Lens Mounted Trigger - Single Switch w/ Coiled Cord, Safety Clip
Manual Tripper on 6 foot Coiled Cord - Custom HH Adapter
Manual Tripper Set Into Vinyl Hand Grip
Manual Tripper Set Into Plastic Box
Manual Tripper Small vs Large
Stick-On Trigger
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