Flash cable
Jun 23, 2023 07:39:57 #
I recently purchased a flash cable for my Nikon D750 but I can’t get it to work. Other than firmly connecting it to the flash and camera hot shoe and locking it down is there something else that I need to do?
Jun 23, 2023 07:47:40 #
What else? Tell the community the details of which specific flash model and cable are involved when posting a technical problem.
Jun 23, 2023 07:58:35 #
stevetassi wrote:
I recently purchased a flash cable for my Nikon D750 but I can’t get it to work. Other than firmly connecting it to the flash and camera hot shoe and locking it down is there something else that I need to do?
Read the manual... There may be a setting that governs how the camera triggers flash. Many models have a choice...
Jun 23, 2023 08:30:59 #
If the flash works without the cable, then the cable is bad. Since the cable is new I would try returning it. Otherwise try cleaning the contacts with alcohol. If you have an older cable, give that a test.
Jun 23, 2023 08:31:30 #
fetzler
Loc: North West PA
1. Follow Burkphoto's advice.
2. Is the cable that you purchased compatible with your camera and flash. I know that Nikon has changed their "standard" a few times in the past.
3. Does the cable work on manual flash? This should only require the basic pins on the flash shoe.
2. Is the cable that you purchased compatible with your camera and flash. I know that Nikon has changed their "standard" a few times in the past.
3. Does the cable work on manual flash? This should only require the basic pins on the flash shoe.
Jun 23, 2023 09:37:41 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
What else? Tell the community the details of which specific flash model and cable are involved when posting a technical problem.
The flash cable is a vello off-camera ttl cable for Nikon and the flash is a flashpoint(Godox) zoom li-ion r2 ttl flash for Nikon
Jun 23, 2023 09:50:41 #
I have used a Vello with my Godox on both a D5 and a D850. Both work fine. Make certain the cable camera end is facing the correct direction in the hot shoe. They frequently can go in in either direction. It may even look backwards. Then review your camera manual for settings to make certain that the flash feature is not turned off.
Jun 23, 2023 10:29:32 #
If the foot of the cables is properly oriented in the hot shoe and the camera is set to properly synchronize for falsh, and the speedlight works properly atop the camera, the issue is in the cable.
Quick test. Attach the cable to your Speedlight With a metal paper clip or a short length of wire, make contact between the center contact and the electrodes at the edge of the foot (at the otere end of the cable). The flash should fire. If it does not, the problem is likely in the cable. Sometimes one of the conductors (very thin wires in the cable) is broken or is not makg proper contact within the molded connectors at each end.
Contact your retailer or supplier and have them replace it. Mak certn the cable is the model for your camera.
Quick test. Attach the cable to your Speedlight With a metal paper clip or a short length of wire, make contact between the center contact and the electrodes at the edge of the foot (at the otere end of the cable). The flash should fire. If it does not, the problem is likely in the cable. Sometimes one of the conductors (very thin wires in the cable) is broken or is not makg proper contact within the molded connectors at each end.
Contact your retailer or supplier and have them replace it. Mak certn the cable is the model for your camera.
Jun 24, 2023 10:08:15 #
JeffDavidson wrote:
I have used a Vello with my Godox on both a D5 and a D850. Both work fine. Make certain the cable camera end is facing the correct direction in the hot shoe. They frequently can go in in either direction. It may even look backwards. Then review your camera manual for settings to make certain that the flash feature is not turned off.
This is excellent advice and saves me from typing it. I use Vello flash cables with my Nikon flashes and Nikon cameras. You can find the manual for it at this link:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1335999-REG/vello_ocs_nk15_1_5_ttl_off_camera_cord.html/overview
Jun 24, 2023 11:07:16 #
stevetassi wrote:
I recently purchased a flash cable for my Nikon D750 but I can’t get it to work. Other than firmly connecting it to the flash and camera hot shoe and locking it down is there something else that I need to do?
While I’m not an expert Nikon photographer, I have two suggestions. First, the manuals provide a wealth of information. Second, I’m inclined to believe that the cable wasn’t properly seated. Try the flash alone attached to the camera. If it works, then the issue is the cable. Properly attach the cable to the flash so that the contacts match up. (Please don’t bite my nose off, here!) If it still doesn’t trip the flash, there may be a wire inside the cable that had broken. Despite the electronics involved, this should be a simple fix. If not return the old and place it with a new cable.
Jun 24, 2023 13:13:02 #
Simpl test: Attach the cord to the Speedlight and observe the attached image. Make sure the p Peedligh is properly seated at the other end of the car and do the test. The flas sho fire, if nto the issue is likely a defective cord. If the Speedlight works on the camera, the issue is not in the Speedlight or the camera.
Jun 25, 2023 12:00:48 #
Chappy1101
Loc: Glenview, IL
fetzler wrote:
1. Follow Burkphoto's advice.
2. Is the cable that you purchased compatible with your camera and flash. I know that Nikon has changed their "standard" a few times in the past.
3. Does the cable work on manual flash? This should only require the basic pins on the flash shoe.
2. Is the cable that you purchased compatible with your camera and flash. I know that Nikon has changed their "standard" a few times in the past.
3. Does the cable work on manual flash? This should only require the basic pins on the flash shoe.
One more thing to try. Recently had situation with Flashpoint/Godox in setting up remote wireless shutter release using flash trigger. Receiver is attached to camera via cable for this function (not via hot shoe). It did not work unless the camera was turned off during attachments and turning the rcvr and transmitter on. Sequence in this case did matter, and this was in fact documented in the manuals (for anyone actually reading them)😄
Jun 25, 2023 12:56:32 #
Jun 25, 2023 14:19:11 #
Nowadas and oftentimes flash aplication get it too complex- too much gadgetry and all of this increase the potential for malfunction. Just about every day, if you scan this and the other popular photo sites, you will find questions posted by photographers who are totally confounded with all their command systems, triggering devices and things that are automation overkill!
Troubleshooting some of these issues would require an advanced electronic engineer or technologist, or at least an advanced amateur radio operator wh it comes to frequency changes and compatibility between units.
This cord issue is NOT all that complex. Let me offer my experience. I learned a lot about electronics at an early age in that my father was a radio and television repair technician. As a kid, I use to hang around his shop, assist him with minor chores, and finally learn the ropes.
Many times, we received requests for a service call- the TV was on the blink- and it turned out that the thing was not plugged into an outlet or there was only a small issue. Sometimes, even experienced technicians would start off by addressing a serious issue- a major burnout, a short circuit, a seriously defective part, only to find that it was a minor problem, a blown fuse, or a disconnected aerial wire and east DIY fix. One lady complained a big black spot on her TV screen and it turned out to be a dead insect that somhow got in there and was electrocuted!
Logic- Providing the speedlight works atop the camera, in the hot shoe, it works with the open flas button and the batteries are fresh, the issue is not in the flash unit. If it synchronizes and the TTL exposure system works when the Speedlight is directly in the hot show- there's nothing wrong with the camera. The cord, by the process of elimination, is the only suspect. Thereis either a continuity issue or an incompatibility problem. CONTINUITY is a common problem in all-electrical devices- a broken wire or contact within a cable. Technicians can check for this with an OHM meter to see if the contacts on both ends of the cable jibe. Wiggling the cable during the test will reveal if there's an intermittent breach of contact. If there is no access to a meter or continuity tester, a simple test of connecting the Speedlight to the shoe at one end of the cable and shorting the center contact tothe ground- should fire- this is not a sophisticated or complex function, it is just like a dirty old fashioned sync cord. If that does not work, the problem is in the cord and it needs to be replaced. If it fires but still does not work when connected to the camera's hot shoe (via the cord), there may be an incompatibility issue- wrong cord for that model, a polarity issue, etc.- time to contact the supplier and make certain the cord is definitely for your camera and speedlight and a replacement will be operational.
Of course, before starting the test make sure all the connections, contacts, latches, locks, etc. are clean, secure, operating, and making contact. The cord is no more than an exertion cord to join all the contacts in the hot shoe with those in the foot of the speedlight. If any of the internal wires or the integrity of the contacts in the molded connectors at each end of the cable or polarity are broken or incorrectly configured, things won't work.
Troubleshooting some of these issues would require an advanced electronic engineer or technologist, or at least an advanced amateur radio operator wh it comes to frequency changes and compatibility between units.
This cord issue is NOT all that complex. Let me offer my experience. I learned a lot about electronics at an early age in that my father was a radio and television repair technician. As a kid, I use to hang around his shop, assist him with minor chores, and finally learn the ropes.
Many times, we received requests for a service call- the TV was on the blink- and it turned out that the thing was not plugged into an outlet or there was only a small issue. Sometimes, even experienced technicians would start off by addressing a serious issue- a major burnout, a short circuit, a seriously defective part, only to find that it was a minor problem, a blown fuse, or a disconnected aerial wire and east DIY fix. One lady complained a big black spot on her TV screen and it turned out to be a dead insect that somhow got in there and was electrocuted!
Logic- Providing the speedlight works atop the camera, in the hot shoe, it works with the open flas button and the batteries are fresh, the issue is not in the flash unit. If it synchronizes and the TTL exposure system works when the Speedlight is directly in the hot show- there's nothing wrong with the camera. The cord, by the process of elimination, is the only suspect. Thereis either a continuity issue or an incompatibility problem. CONTINUITY is a common problem in all-electrical devices- a broken wire or contact within a cable. Technicians can check for this with an OHM meter to see if the contacts on both ends of the cable jibe. Wiggling the cable during the test will reveal if there's an intermittent breach of contact. If there is no access to a meter or continuity tester, a simple test of connecting the Speedlight to the shoe at one end of the cable and shorting the center contact tothe ground- should fire- this is not a sophisticated or complex function, it is just like a dirty old fashioned sync cord. If that does not work, the problem is in the cord and it needs to be replaced. If it fires but still does not work when connected to the camera's hot shoe (via the cord), there may be an incompatibility issue- wrong cord for that model, a polarity issue, etc.- time to contact the supplier and make certain the cord is definitely for your camera and speedlight and a replacement will be operational.
Of course, before starting the test make sure all the connections, contacts, latches, locks, etc. are clean, secure, operating, and making contact. The cord is no more than an exertion cord to join all the contacts in the hot shoe with those in the foot of the speedlight. If any of the internal wires or the integrity of the contacts in the molded connectors at each end of the cable or polarity are broken or incorrectly configured, things won't work.
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