Does the hoodcrane installation mean that any flashes or microphones will no longer be able to attach to the body?
1670634
The hoodcrame does occupy the hot shoe but provides a cold shoe to mount an additional device. More importantly, the hoodcrane prevents the pop-up flash from deploying unless you carefully adjust it. Many Nikon cameras use the pop-up flash at the signaling device for Nikon's Creative Lighting System. You have to slide the horizontal part of the crane back as far as it will go to prevent interference with the pop-up flash.
1670635
It is a problem for an automatic flash. There is a hotshoe mount on the crane that will hold the microphone. It is metal and would probably short a flash, even if you could use a cable.
1670636
Sorry for the late reply. Although the assembly is connected in the hot shoe, there is an accessory shoe at the top of the crane, so you do still have a hot shoe option.
1670637
There is a bracket on he top of the Hoodman crane bracket for other attachments. However it does not have any electronic connection to the camera like my flash attachment needs. I've only used the bracket a couple of times. It is a little bulky on the camera but it does come in handy if you are shooting videos or if you like to check out each photo you take.
1670638
The Hoodman Crane that I purchased fits into the shoe that an external flash would fit.
2003600
Additional parts are required. If you had another aftermarket stereo that it is replacing, you may be able to salvage mounting parts from it, like I did with mine. But if you are replacing a factory unit probably not.
1299544
do you mean the pop-up (built in) flash or a hot shoe mounted flash?, and of course you can't use the Hot shoe mount... Because the mic is mounted there! if the Hot-shoe mount is used for a flash, then the mic must be used remotely....
476257
My intrepid had a plug that the stock speakers plugged into. I had to cut the plug and solder the wires, but you could attach them without soldering
1603704
Properly installed, there's a positive audible "snap" Mine's been on for over 50,000 clicks.I also have one on my D810. Those complaining of them falling off...didn't put them on right.
1503995
Yes, although there really isn't much to install. You attach it to your helmet, sync the two headsets and you're ready to go. This headset works great! My husband and I are both very happy with it. I listen to my iPod while riding on the back of the Harley and am able to talk to him and hear him clearly. I've had to call him on his cell phone when he's out on the bike and he's able to answer easily and hear me with no problem.
1485164
I own this one, the answer is no. Since the center part of the speedlite head will be blocked by the shaft, My guess is there will not be a hot spot in the center of the softbox . Hope this helps.
1282686
That's exactly what I do with mine cause it gets in the way of the factory flash. So yes it will still work.
1683482
Depends where and how far out your flashing sticks out on the door jamb. If it won't fit over the flashing, likely it will not be compatible.
1761501
I doubt it. If your nav unit is inoperable after installing the aftermarket head unit, it usually means the stock audio and nav are integrated somewhere and the nav won't work without the stock head unit.
1728643
No. Just need to reuse one clip on each side from your oem lights to secure the nostrils/grill
2210675
Most Audio Compatible Helmets would have some sort of zippered padded layer that houses both the audio speakers as well as the wires.... So the wires just slip inside and hide away.
387654
You hope.... There is no direct way to tell. If you removed it from mount, keep in housing you may be able to see a light of its just right conditions. But very unlikely. Normally you push it and it works. But it could stop and you wouldn't know until you upload your images.
862094
Actually, I'm not sure since I was not able to install it yet. The problem is that the product is actually defected. The hood is welded only on three sides. I tried to contact the seller by phone n via email since last week, but thus far no reply. I was going to hold off to see how the issue can be resolved before I rate my experience.
62447
I had the same problem. There is a piece of orange / amber colored tape that covers the mic on the new board. Once you remove that, you should be good to go.
638162
I am sorry I was not able to get to you as I was in Reno NV yesterday, however, I did test the microphone and it works beautiful. There are four things I can think off that might be the cause 1) change the battery and make sure is inserted correctly, 2) Make sure the stereo insert from mic to camera are pushed all the way, 3) Make sure that you check the settings of your camera, and perhaps test the mic on your computer or another camera, 4) The mic could be defective in which you should contact amazon for an exchange. Other than that, the mic works remarkably good for the price. It sounds better at 0 db. I hope that answers your question(s) and best of luck! I am sorry I was not able to get to you as I was in Reno NV yesterday, however, I did test the microphone and it works beautiful. There are four things I can think off that might be the cause 1) change the battery and make sure is inserted correctly, 2) Make sure the stereo insert from mic to camera are pushed all the way, 3) Make sure that you check the settings of your camera, and perhaps test the mic on your computer or another camera, 4) The mic could be defective in which you should contact amazon for an exchange. Other than that, the mic works remarkably good for the price. It sounds... » Read More I am sorry I was not able to get to you as I was in Reno NV yesterday, however, I did test the microphone and it works beautiful. There are four things I can think off that might be the cause 1) change the battery and make sure is inserted correctly, 2) Make sure the stereo insert from mic to camera are pushed all the way, 3) Make sure that you check the settings of your camera, and perhaps test the mic on your computer or another camera, 4) The mic could be defective in which you should contact amazon for an exchange. Other than that, the mic works remarkably good for the price. It sounds better at 0 db. I hope that answers your question(s) and best of luck! « Show Less
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Not sure why you would want to add a Frio to this kit. If you're using a "standard" speedlight with this, the included bracket should hold your flash securely (I've never had one fall off). If you're concerned about light spilling around the junction of the softbox and flash head, use some gaffers tape to cover the gaps. Is this what you're asking?