Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT Not bad!

[neuroanatomist]

Not sure if it will work for your monolights or not, but there is an output that can be used for triggering prior to 2012 cameras remotely. In the manual it looked like an 1/8" stereo jack on the cable end plugging into the flash. Don't know the details on this feature but it might be worth looking into.

This is separate from the PC port, which I assume is just an input for triggering. So many details to look into with these new flashes before deciding whether to plunge in or wait for 580 adaptors to be available.

Yes, I noticed the port for the SR-N3 cable. I assume it would only send a signal if the radio system were configured to remotely release a shutter or in linked shot mode. Still - worth a try to see if it sends a signal when the flash fires.

[jrw]

Yes, I noticed the port for the SR-N3 cable. I assume it would only send a signal if the radio system were configured to remotely release a shutter or in linked shot mode. Still - worth a try to see if it sends a signal when the flash fires.

I assume that it simply closes relay contacts if it is used for remote firing of a camera as that is what they need. Is it possible that this is what is needed for the other RF triggers that you currently have to allow combining the new with the old? Yes, that would be in linked shot mode according to the manual. Am kind of curious as to whether the contacts in the flash close in all modes or just when in linked shot mode. Anyone who already has a 600 flash willing to check it out?