RadioPopper JrX Owner's Manual
RadioPopper JrX CE Radio Wireless
Owners Manual
RadioPopper is owned by Leap Devices, LLC in Vancouver, WA. This
product was designed, produced, and manufactured in the USA.
TECHNICAL & REGULATORY NOTICE:
Frequency: DSSS 868.000 MHz - 868.600 MHz
Power & Duty Cycle: Less than or equal to 25 milliwatts, duty cycle less than or equal to 1%.
RadioPopper JrX CE Transmitter
RadioPopper JrX CE Receiver
Brand Name: RadioPopper
Manufactured By: Leap Devices, LLC, Vancouver WA, USA
* A camera shutter should not be activated more than 20 times per second while a JrX
Transmitter is powered on and attached to the camera body to ensure a 1% transmission
duty cycle is not exceeded per regulatory requirements.
* The JrX Receiver CE is a category 3 device per EN 300 220-1 [4.1.1]
This product has been tested and found to conform to R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC on basis of conformance with:
EN 301 489-1:2008, EN 301 489-3:(2002-08)
EN 300 220-1:2006, EN 300 220-3:(2000-09)
EN60950-1:2001, EN60825-1:2001
This product is labelled in accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE). The Directive determines the framework for the return
and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the European Union. This label is applied to various products to indicate
that the product is not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed
upon end of life per this Directive.
This product is RoHS compliant.
Copyright 2007-2012, Leap Devices LLC, All Rights Reserved
Leap Devices LLC, 501 SE Columbia Shores Blvd Suite #100, Vancouver, WA 98661
Page 2
Table of Contents
PRODUCT PATENT(S) PENDING
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specications and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Switch Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EZset Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EU Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
6
8
10
12
15
17
19
20
RadioPopper JrX CE User Manual - Rev 1.01
Page 3
RadioPopper JrX Radio Wireless System
Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the RadioPopper JrX wireless radio
system. We hope you’ll nd this system to be a valuable tool in your
creative lighting, giving you exibility and control never before
possible.
The RadioPopper JrX system is a high quality and highly reliable radio
triggering system. The JrX provides long range triggering of lighting
equipment, as well as integration and compatibility with RadioPopper
PX units. The JrX is also forward compatible with upcoming “X System”
devices.
Please read this short manual entirely before installing or operating
your RadioPopper JrX wireless system. Your JrX units ship in default
conguration providing the most intuative “out of the box” experience.
The units are pre-set to the most commonly used settings. This manual
will help you use the more advanced optional features of the JrX units
when necessary.
If you have any troubles along the way, feel free to call or email.
360.713.0776
support@radiopopper.com
Page 4
Introduction
Page 5
RadioPopper JrX Radio Wireless System
Compatible Hardware:
The JrX System has been tested and found to be compatible with the following ash hardware.
Transmitter:
May be used with any camera with a standard hotshoe mount. May also be used via an external PC Sync cable appropriate to your particular brand of camera. The external sync port on the transmitter accepts a standard 3.5mm mono
or stereo male plug. The sync voltage is approximately 3 volts - safe for use with all current model cameras.
Receiver General Triggering:
JrX Receiver will trigger most lighting devices via the standard sync connector. The sync connector accepts a standard
3.5mm mono or stereo male plug.
Receiver Data Port Triggering:
JrX Receiver version enables the ‘telephone’ style Data Port. This port is compatible with all current model studio ligthing system from Alien Bees, White Lightning, and Zeus.
PX Triggering / Receiving:
Note: Triggering PX Receiver units with JrX Transmitter units requires rmware version 6-04 or later on the PX Receiver.
If a rmware upgrade is required on your PX Receiver, contact us for more information.
The JrX Transmitter will trigger PX Receiver units (rmware 6-04 or later) tuned to the same radio channel. The PX
Transmitter (all rmware versions) will trigger JrX Receiver units tuned to the same radio channel.
Specications:
Transmitter Specications
Dimensions : 1.75” x 2.25” x 1.25” (45mm x 57mm x 30mm)
Weight: 1.7 ounces / 48 grams (Including battery and antenna during normal operation)
Battery: One “CR123” Size Battery, 3.0 volt, including rechargeable and non-rechargeable.
Battery Life: Approx 50 Hours total power-on time per battery.
Radio Frequency: 868-868.6 Mhz, <25 mW, <1% Duty Cycle
Radio Range: 300 ft to 1750 ft depending on conditions and environment.
Maximum Sync Speed: 1/250 Shutter Speed for cameras having leaf shutters.
Receiver Specications
Dimensions : 4.0” x 1.75” x 1.2” (100mm x 45mm x 30mm)
Weight: 1.9 ounces / 53 grams (Including battery and antenna during normal operation)
Battery: One “CR123” Size Battery, 3.0 volt, including rechargeable and non-rechargeable.
Battery Life: Approx 50 Hours total power-on time per battery.
Radio Frequency: 868-868.6 Mhz, <25 mW, <1% Duty Cycle
Radio Range: 300 ft to 1750 ft depending on conditions and environment.
Page 6
Specications and Warnings
WARNING!!! WARNING!!! WARNING!!!!
PLEASE read this section in detail for important warnings and notices.
INSERT THE BATTERY IN THE CORRECT DIRECTION!
Inserting the batteries “backwards” could possibly damage the electronic components inside JrX Transmitter and JrX Receiver
units. The little “bump” on the CR123 points down when inserting. A graphic is provided at the base of the battery holder.
Further, you should observe for the Green Power LED light after you insert the battery - indicating proper insertion.
DO NOT REMOVE OR TAMPER WITH THE CIRCUIT BOARD!
Some of the components inside your JrX Transmitters and JrX Receivers are especially susceptible to electrostatic shock
(they’re easily ‘zapped’ by static electricity) - just touching them could damage them. Your circuit board is grounded to the
case - as long as it’s not removed everything is safe. Removing or tampering with your circuit board will promptly void your
warranty.
YOUR POPPERS CAN’T SWIM!! KEEP THEM DRY!!
JrX units are not waterproof. Don’t use them outside in the rain, to photograph objects under water, or in any other environment that may allow water to enter the physical enclosure or battery area.
If you dunk them, it may be too late. Should you do manage to expose a RadioPopper to anything wet, remove the battery as
quickly as possible and allow it 24 hours to dry. You may nd it has come back to life. Allowing anything wet inside the case
of your JrX Transmitter or JrX Receiver will promptly void the warranty.
CONTACT US IF YOU GET CONFUSED!
You’re a valued customer and we really do care about you. (And not in that automated “your call is very important to us
but we’re going to leave you on hold for an hour anyway” customer service recording sort of way). Seriously, if you have
questions, we’re going to do everything possible to take care of you as quickly and as personally as possible. The phone
number is on our website and you can always email us at support@radiopopper.com
Page 7
Loading...