Flash Waves II Radio Triggers

[theveed]

http://reviews.davidleetong.com/?p=1047

I just received a set of Flash Waves II Digital Radio Slaves recently and to be honest, I haven’t played around with it too much yet as I’m a relatively new when it comes to using off-camera flash, especially with radio triggers.

This is a brief review of the Korean-made Flash Waves II trigger manufactured by S.M Development Co. (SMDV), and I got my unit through Aperture Trading in Manila, Philippines

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First thing you’ll notice is the box. While it doesn’t scream “high-end”, it won’t shout “cheap” either. The packaging is well labeled and the items inside are well protected and isolated. The instructions are typical Chinese/Korean translated English, though.

Inside the box, you’ll find:

1. FlashWaves Tx - The transmitter unit with pre-installed 23A battery)
2. FlashWaves Rx - The receiver unit
3. A mini table-top tripod
4. Two stick-on cold-shoe adapters (to mount the receiver to a flash unit’s body)
5. One 3.5-3.5 mini sync cable
6. One 3.5-3.5 sync jack
7. One 3.5-6.3 sync adapter
8. One set of Ansmann AAA batteries for the receiver
9. Extra 23A battery for the transmitter
10. One carrying pouch
11. and One extra tightening knob.

One unique aspect of the Flash Waves Rx (receiver) is the availability of a built-in hotshoe. This is a very handy feature for Canon users as most Canon flashes prior to the current 580EX II Speedlight don’t come with a PC-sync port. With this built-in hotshoe, I can mount the flash straight onto the receiver and mount the receiver onto a flash bracket or even a tripod, as the Flash Waves Rx comes with a tripod socket as well.

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[eow]

those korean jokers take forever to answer email....such that a local dealer that try to bring in the product gave it up eventually...after communicate with them close to 1 yr
for the price and the service render...it not worth the trouble

[phoakm]

Had been using Flash Waves I before I switch to PWs. The 1st gen has very low reliability. I am glad that the new generation has improved. This is one of the flash triggers that can trigger flashguns through hotshoes than link with cables. If I can remember clearly, the flashgun settings can only manual, not ETTL. The items itself are small and light (Very light). Another good thing about Flash Waves are the supply of variety of adaptors in the package.

Gin studio used to bring in these items. Mine was loaned from them. Not sure if they are still distributing them.

Been to Aperture Trading in Manila, Philippines. Run by a local Chinese (A very nice guy). It is one of the main camera equipment and accessories in Manlia. Flash waves are very commonly used in Philippines, other then PWs. Aperature has basically all its items. They also selling Jinbei lightings and Pelican hard cases (Mine was bought from them). One thing they also selling PWs.

[phoakm]

Originally Posted by eow those korean jokers take forever to answer email....such that a local dealer that try to bring in the product gave it up eventually...after communicate with them close to 1 yr for the price and the service render...it not worth the trouble

Bro, talk to the distributor lah or you can call Aperature. They do oversea shipping.

[godzilla60]

Originally Posted by theveed http://reviews.davidleetong.com/?p=1047 I just received a set of Flash Waves II Digital Radio Slaves recently and to be honest, I haven’t played around with it too much yet as I’m a relatively new when it comes to using off-camera flash, especially with radio triggers. This is a brief review of the Korean-made Flash Waves II trigger manufactured by S.M Development Co. (SMDV), and I got my unit through Aperture Trading in Manila, Philippines ... First thing you’ll notice is the box. While it doesn’t scream “high-end”, it won’t shout “cheap” either. The packaging is well labeled and the items inside are well protected and isolated. The instructions are typical Chinese/Korean translated English, though. Inside the box, you’ll find: FlashWaves Tx - The transmitter unit with pre-installed 23A battery) FlashWaves Rx - The receiver unit A mini table-top tripod Two stick-on cold-shoe adapters (to mount the receiver to a flash unit’s body) One 3.5-3.5 mini sync cable One 3.5-3.5 sync jack One 3.5-6.3 sync adapter One set of Ansmann AAA batteries for the receiver Extra 23A battery for the transmitter One carrying pouch and One extra tightening knob. One unique aspect of the Flash Waves Rx (receiver) is the availability of a built-in hotshoe. This is a very handy feature for Canon users as most Canon flashes prior to the current 580EX II Speedlight don’t come with a PC-sync port. With this built-in hotshoe, I can mount the flash straight onto the receiver and mount the receiver onto a flash bracket or even a tripod, as the Flash Waves Rx comes with a tripod socket as well. >>>>Read the whole review...<<<<

looks good! wonder how does it work? did u have them sent to singapore?

[theveed]

Works really well (sample photos are in the article itself). I had some friends buy it for me in Manila as one of them visited Singapore lately. Aperture does ship int'l.

[godzilla60]

Originally Posted by theveed Works really well (sample photos are in the article itself). I had some friends buy it for me in Manila as one of them visited Singapore lately. Aperture does ship int'l.

interesting....an alternative to the PT-04tm....

are you able to tell me how much is the damage to the wallet? either in peso or S$.

[theveed]

It's in the link, godzilla60... Php7500, about 230SGD... Which would be 130 less than Skyports.

[godzilla60]

Originally Posted by theveed It's in the link, godzilla60... Php7500, about 230SGD... Which would be 130 less than Skyports.

thanks.....attention attracted to pictures....missed out the prices

[theveed]

No harm done