Yongnuo Digital RF-602 / N Wireless Flash Trigger (More Suitable for Nikon camera) - a simple Chinese radio synchronizer for Nikon cameras.
Overview of the Yongnuo RF-602 / N Radio Synchronizer
I have been using Yongnuo RF-602 / N for quite some time, the synchronizer is very easy to use and has never failed. Yongnuo RF-602 / N comes in a quality box made of thick cardboard. The kit consists of a Yongnuo Digital transmitter Wireless controller FSK 2.4GHz RF-600TX and receiver Yongnuo Digital FSK 2.4GHz RF-602RX. Also in the box you can find a 3.5mm PC sync cord with a 3.5-2.5 adapter and instructions in English and Chinese. In the box are still batteries for the synchronizer.
The transmitter uses a rare CR2 battery in our area. The battery compartment on the transmitter easily opens and closes. Receiver RF-602RX Uses 2 AAA batteries.
Yongnuo RF-602 / N
The synchronizer operates at a frequency of 2.4 GHz and it can be tuned to 16 different communication channels using 4 switches. I always use a trigger with all the switches in OFF mode.
Attention: Yongnuo RF-602 / N does not support automatic flash modes, it just ignites an external flash. Wherein external flash is transferred to the 'M' operating mode, the power is manually set on it, and is triggered by the synchronizer command. If there are difficulties when working with manual power settings external flash, then you can try to get some Nikon flashes to work in such an interesting mode.
Yongnuo Digital Wireless Controller Transmitter FSK 2.4GHz RF-600TX
Yongnuo RF-602 / N does not support Nikon FP High Speed Sync Mode, and the minimum excerpt synchronization is 1/250 seconds. I shoot 1/250 with no problems with the camera Nikon D700 and flashes SB-910by making them sync with the Yongnuo RF-602 / N. At 1/320 s with such a bunch, 'stripes' already appear on the image.
Attention: when installing the transmitter RF-600TX on the camera, the camera does not 'see' it. In low light conditions, when installing an external native flash, the camera in semi-automatic modes P, A automatically sets shutter speed 1/60 second. When working with RF-600TX the camera does not know that it has flash control equipment. Therefore, with the Yongnuo RF-602 / N synchronizer, you can actually work only in the manual 'M' mode of camera control. There will also be problems when using automatic white balance, BB better set manually.
Attention: the manual states that Yongnuo RF-602 / N does not support Nikon flash SB-600 (isn’t it?) and there are rumors that there are also problems with some third-party outbreaks.
Yongnuo Digital Wireless Controller Transmitter FSK 2.4GHz RF-600TX and Yongnuo Digital Wireless Controller FSK 2.4GHz RF-602RX
Interesting: my synchronizer (which is for Nikon) ignites flashes and c cameras Canon 350D and from the camera Pentax K-5. I burned flashes without any problems Metz Mecablitz 48AF-1 for Nikon, Yongnuo Speedlite YN460, YN468-II, YN560-II и YN565EX.
I do not like this synchronizer in that its receiver does not have a latch for mounting on the flash foot. If, for example, set RF-602RX on the umbrella and flash holder, and in RF-602RX install a heavy flash, then such a design will simply disintegrate. I have to tape with loss tape RF-602RX from holders and 'legs'. The transmitter also doesn't have a latch to lock it to the camera, but it weighs very little and never spontaneously falls out of the camera's hot shoe.
Under the flash there is a synchronizer receiver, so that the receiver does not fall out of the umbrella and flash holder, I just wrapped the receiver leg with adhesive tape.
Even though I have a version for Nikon cameras, my Yongnuo RF-602 / N quietly fires Nikon flashes from Canon cameras :). The technical characteristics and different methods of working with the synchronizer are clearly shown in the instructions (here is a scan) It costs Yongnuo RF-602 / N about 40 cu
The cheapest is to buy Yongnuo synchronizers on aliexpress.
Also, Yongnuo RF-602 / N can be used for remote shutter release, but for this you need to buy a special synchronization cable.
From inexpensive radio synchronizers you can look to the side Yongnuo RF-603N и Commlite ComTrig T320.
Conclusions:
The Yongnuo RF-602 / N is a very simple, inexpensive synchronizer for remotely 'firing' flashes, both on-camera and studio. Of the shortcomings, I want to highlight the use of a rare CR2 battery for the transmitter and the lack of fastening latches for fixing the receiver, other models of 'various Chinese' synchronizers have fastening clips.
There are two further modifications: Yongnuo RF-603 и Yongnuo RF-603 II.
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Thanks for your work. According to your articles, I learn to work with photography and choose photographic equipment. I would like to ask you to explain - is it possible to make several external non-original flashes like Yongnuo YN-468-II TTL work in automatic mode? There is an idea when filming weddings to throw a couple in the corners of a dark hall with umbrellas and set fire to the SB 700 installed on the camera. I heard that the original ones will work in the machine, but I don't quite understand how it works for Nikon. How do the original puffs “understand” with what power to puff? Or can you just do with manual light traps? Then how will the camera's automatics handle the firing of additional flashes that add light after the camera has measured the illumination with a pre-breath? It's just a little expensive for me so far - to take three seven hundred. Thanks in advance.
About understanding here - https://radojuva.com.ua/2012/06/nikon-cls-master-slave-mode/. It is better to shoot in manual mode, as in the studio.
Hello, please tell me Trigmaster Plus and trigmaster mx1c will work together, the camera is Kenon 1100, thanks.
What do I need to turn on in the nikon d7000 camera so that the RF-602RX + RF-600TX synchronizer and the cable work like a remote control, I connect by the lights I see the trigger for sharpness and shutter release but the camera does not work, maybe something is not included in the menu?
Thanks, I read this article. You just said there about the control signals of the puff. I have come across information that the encoded signal itself goes through infrared illumination, and the puff only gives a signal to ignite. Or is it all controlled by pulses from the main flash lamp? In general, I understand that there is no difference for the user - but it's interesting to figure it out.
And the option of working in manual mode in my case will not work. Lighting scenes change too fast.
Again, in the above article, I did not notice information about the automatic mode for non-original TTL flashes in slave mode. It is clear that relatives will work in the machine - but how to save money? ;)
All control through the pulses of the main flash lamp. It's the same with third-party flashes - how about it?
http://ru.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/TTL-экспонометр
“The most advanced systems allow automatic light control of multiple flashes remotely controlled from the camera's TTL metering system [29]. In this case, commands to start and stop the pulse of each flash are transmitted by a special code using infrared radiation. Such systems also use the pre-pulses of all the flashes involved in the shooting to measure exposure ”
Theory is good. But in reality, Nikon flashes, both external and built-in, control other flashes in TTL mode only by means of light command pulses. Infrared radiation is only controlled by the SU-800. As an example I will give the built-in flash of Nikon D70 - where can I find the infrared module there?
about "save money" - see the tale of the furrier and 7 sheepskin hats.
if the "Chinese" could do everything the same as the original flashes, then they would be worth as original. They even have TTL "not quite real"))
You still say that iPhones are worth their money! ) The Chinese make good flashes. Yes, there is not as accurate automation as in the family - but the difference in price between SB 700 for 11000 and YN-468-II for 2700 makes you wonder - is it worth it if you use the original for backlighting in dark corners?
IPhones at a time when this is not a new model, yes, they are.
I have a Yukin's “type with TTL” for about a year already, and yet yes, the original is worth its price (although no one forces you to buy a new one, save money - take a used one).
If you do not use the yukina purely in manual mode, what is with an igniting synchronizer, what is “on the camera” is torment and not a flash, because at the slightest turn of the head from the standard position, when trying to “get a reflection from the ceiling”, or with a diffuser installed - right away you have to make corrections manually.
In the case of "only manual installations", of course, the Chinese woman is more profitable, but then it is better to take the 450/560 model for 1400 rubles, things 2-3 at a time, and not overpay for the still crooked "supposedly TTL".
You will not believe it - but I will not take the risk and take an original used one without guarantees for a thousand less than a new one! Look at the advertisements for the sale of used - 8-9 thousand! + shipping!
I'll explain to you - there is an original 700 on the camera and I just need to light it up in the corners of the dark hall. I am ready to accept the error of the Chinese puff automation by half a stop - in this case it does not matter. The main scene will be completed by the SB XNUMX - so does it make sense to overpay four times?
About half a stop - muahahha! ))
Here you are, with "ttl", on 467 yukinu, two frames: "puffing directly on the object" and "reflection in the ceiling":
http://i.imgur.com/a8GYbQw.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/1TSd20K.jpg
half a stop, yeah.
Secondly, all cheap Chinese synchros are not TTL, and if there is a China TTL, it costs much more than the usual "ignition" ones for a thousand or one and a half. At the same time, EVERYTHING does not guarantee that the Chinese-TTL-synchronizers transmit the signal clearly and without errors.
And there could easily be an option: “in the pre-flare-TTL sb-700 I saw third-party flashes that fired SUDDENLY at full power (if the ignition was by a light trap) and deducted its power from them - it means that all third-party flashes will simply hammer your 700.
Option 2, the most probable one: you put puffs on ordinary synchronizers and the sb700 does not see them during TTL-measurement, and then ryayaz… and overexposure! and in full force of three puffs.
Avaricious pays twice, yes.
Or run constantly with adjustment purely in manual mode. Or buy expensive "control synchronizers", it is cheaper to buy sb600 or sb700.
Az, if you need an automaton, look towards the Yongnuo YN-622n synchronizer.
Good evening.
If you buy a synchronizer, then it is better to already Yongnuo RF-603. There, both the receiver and transmitter are the same. They can be interchanged and then bought one at a time and it doesn’t matter what the transmitter is, and what the receiver that you install on the camera is the transmitter. So for those who are going to look after this inexpensive and excellent thing, RF-603 is better.
Moreover, you can buy bundled with a cord for your model and use it as a wireless cable for the camera.
PS Yongnuo RF-603 is not compatible with Yongnuo RF-602
Good day! Tell me a radio synchronizer with full TTL support. Do they even exist? The price does not matter, the main thing is FULLY working TTL. Thank you in advance!
Arkady, thanks for the review.
You forgot to write that the 602s do not support working with the SB600, as described in the instructions, as well as with Nissin. There is not a word about this in the instructions, but the network is full of moans.
Did not forget. I have no way to check with Nissin.
The 882 works with the Nissin 602 mark II.
* Nissin Di866 Mark II
Arkady good evening.
I took a Penta K-5 603 C-1 to set fire to YN-560 II and YN-560 III, but well, it just doesn't work. As the remote control works perfectly, but not in any way! What am I doing or so ... Tell me?
To answer what you are doing wrong, you need to know at least what you are doing.
By the way, it is possible that you do not have a flash in the "M" mode
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Both the transmitter and both receivers are not tuned to the same channel (out of 4 if I'm not mistaken.)
Set the flash menu to work with synchronizer 603..as the YN 560III can work with both 602 and 603..plus, in addition, as “Lynx” said, check the channels.
“The synchronizer operates at 2.4GHz and can be tuned to 16 different communication channels using 4 switches. I always use a trigger with all switches in OFF mode. ”
Not so long ago I took pictures, set up stands, flashes, umbrellas, radio synchronizers and how you used the same channel, without problems ... What it was like when the flashes began to fire spontaneously ...))) It turned out, not far off, there was a photographer like that))) Without problems and with the same synchronizers))) Laughed heartily!)
Now there is yn 603n 2 there appeared a wheel for fixing on a stand or on a camera, adhesive tape is no longer needed, if it is possible, Arkady, write about yn622n synchronizer about ttl, well, yn622n tx at the same time)
I bought rf-600tx and 602 two pieces. How can I cost a channel? On the first - only one button, on the other two on-off and 4 lights should be, but none of them I have never burned. That is, I have not synchronized them until now, but how? Photos Canon 400d flash 580x, both have M, shutter speed 1/250, on the flash Master (when slave does not allow M to choose
Test
Works with Nissin Di700
How long does a CR2 battery last? Do I need to pull it out of the transmitter so that it does not discharge? And then it’s very quickly discharged even when it is on a shelf
They asked about Nissin. I have a Nissin Di466. So she is not set on fire from simple syncs. For her, they need TTL. For example, yn62.
Drink coffee and do stupid things more energetically!
Hello, please tell me Trigmaster Plus and trigmaster mx1c will work together, the camera is Kenon 1100, thanks.
Google / Yandex to help you. And here is not a forum on synchronizers.
And not even a question-and-answer topic.
Thank you so much,
Is there anyone who will help to figure it out?
Hello. I can’t find the answer you need. Can I use the Yongnuo RF-603 / N or YN560-TX radio synchronizer for Olympus EM-5. And is it possible to purchase only one transmitter, because My YN560 III flash already contains a receiver.
I won't tell you about YN560-TX, but RF-603 / N are sold one at a time (I advise you to take a set of two - it is cheaper, and there is a reserve), and it is a transceiver - i.e. can be both a receiver and a transmitter - 'N' means under the Nikon system. The corresponding contacts are on the shoe. Actually, the synchronizer of version N uses only three contacts of the shoe: common, central and 'front' (located slightly to the right of the center, closer to the lens) - according to the latter, it understands that it is connected to the camera, and the camera is turned on, through this contact, sleep / wake-up occurs the synchronizer and the remote device. For the synchronizer to work, there must be positive voltage on this contact: +5 volts on Nikon's shoe in the 'active state'.
Interestingly, on top of the 'slave' RF-603 receiver, you can put any flash - even Nikon, even Canon, regardless of the 'C' or 'N' version, (and also, most likely, any modern flash capable of working in manual mode), because shoe socket universal Nikon-Canon one, as it were (I have synchronizers of both versions - 'C' and 'N').
Olympus / Panasonic has a slightly different shoe contact arrangement. When I wanted to 'make friends' the synchronizer with an old Panasonic (FZ-50), I disassembled the sync and put the switch button. This switch disconnects the desired wire from the shoe, and through a resistance connects to the positive contact of the synchronizer battery (+3 volts). The rework took half an evening. Now, when the button is 'on', the synchronizer can work with any mechanically compatible camera: Nikon / Canon / Panasonic, or even Zenit-ET :-)
This manipulation was carried out on RF-603 / N of the first version. As for the second version (with a locking ring) I can not guarantee, but I assume that the system is the same.
good afternoon! ,, tell me, will this synchronizer work with an additional receiver but a slightly different model, not 602 but 603? Thanks…
I have a YN 560-III flash, so when I install the RF 600 TX transmitter into the hot shoe of the camera, the sync speed on all flashes (very different) becomes 1/160, but if you “move” the transmitter in the shoe, until the LED lights up with this flash, shutter speed goes up to 1/200.
The instructions say that if you use the RF 602TX transmitter, the sync speed becomes higher. But why they put this transmitter to 600 to 602, it is not clear, apparently done too much, nowhere to go.
What you need to turn on in the nikon d7000 camera so that the RF-602RX + RF-600TX synchronizer and the cable work like a remote control, I connect by the lights I see the sharpen trigger and the green shutters first turn on, then the red diodes light up but the camera does not work, maybe in the menu something is not included?
You do not need to set anything in the settings.
You did not forget to connect the RF-602RX receiver to the camera socket using special. cable?
Is it possible on the nikon D7000 camera to use the RF-602RX + RF-600TX synchronizer and cable, like a radio remote control.