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    I’ve written a blog post about the new SMART 3 Olympus/Panasonic version.
    I didn’t want to go too deep into technical details, since the main goal was to promote the product, but I believe there are still some useful insights in the post. :)

    Click the link if you're interested. :)

    https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/rc-or-wireless-mode-panasonic-vs-olympus-control-question-from-o-turtle-viewpoint/72/

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    On 6/20/2025 at 10:42 AM, christophe chellapermal said:

    one more question does it also mean we get acess toe the seaflash 160D ttl and hss modes? via optical cable?

    thx

    If the 160D supports HSS, then I believe the answer is yes. I don’t remember exactly when I had the Seaflash 160D with me. :(

    5 hours ago, christophe chellapermal said:

    hi are the ttl/hss protocals working with the seaflash ? also on the nikon trigger i see the backscatter hybrid works with sony protocol is that right?

    thx

    Right!

    On 6/16/2025 at 9:01 PM, TURTLE-Balage said:

    Our manual trigger knows 1St curtain/2nd curtain switching and switch automatically to HSS over the flash sync.

    https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/e-turtle-2-manual-trigger/46/

    I can test the R5 this week and write you here. :)

    Test is done with success. R5 works with the s-turtle 2 manual.

    Tested function was 1st curtain / 2nd curtain and HSS with retra pro max. :)

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    5 hours ago, christophe chellapermal said:

    hi are the ttl/hss protocals working with the seaflash ? also on the nikon trigger i see the backscatter hybrid works with sony protocol is that right?

    thx

    The i-TURTLE SMART 3 is compatible with the following strobes in TTL and Manual modes via camera menu control.
    High-Speed Sync (HSS) is available when enabled in the camera menu and supported by the strobe.

    Tested and supported strobes:

    • Ikelite DS160

    • Inon Z240 / Z330

    • Sea & Sea YS-D2J MILC

    • Sea & Sea YS-D3

    • RETRA PRO-X MILC

    • Ikelite DS230

    • Seaflash 160D

    • Seaflash 60D

    • RETRA PRO MAX

    • Apollo 3

    • Apollo S

    • AOI UIS P

    • Backscatter HF-1

    • Sea & Sea YS-D3 DUO

    Note:
    The Backscatter HF-1 works in TTL mode if you set it to SONY mode. I personally tested this strobe during a liveaboard trip in the Red Sea in April.

    For more details and real-world testing photos, check out our blog post:
    👉 SMART3 Prototype Testing in the Red Sea
    Although most photos feature the AOI UIS P, I also used the HF-1 during the trip.


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    8 hours ago, Susa said:

    Thanks! But TTL is possible for Sony A7R5, A1 II? Because its not mentioned in the first posting.

    Absolutely. A7R5 was tested few years ago. The A1 II was tested by my friend last moth and use the SMART-2 for that. The SMART 3 works with that also.

    On 6/12/2025 at 4:19 PM, CaolIla said:

    and no Canon 🥴


    Hi

    These products are now available, but we haven’t given up on making the Canon system work reliably across all camera models. Unfortunately, since Canon’s pre-flash behavior differs from other systems, each trigger must be individually configured for each camera and strobe combination. This is an enormous task.

    Manufacturers who tie their Canon triggers to a specific housing or camera body have an advantage, as they only need to focus on one trigger–one body pairing.
    As far as I know, currently there is no underwater trigger that works perfectly with all Canon cameras.

    We’re doing our best.
    The manual Turtles in the Series 3 line will be released soon. After that, we’ll be able to focus more on the Canon TTL issue.

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    On 6/13/2025 at 10:33 AM, Susa said:

    No TTL/Manual for A1 II, A7R5, A9III?

    The Manual/TTL switching function is not available on all Sony cameras, and we aimed to find a solution that allows every Sony model to switch underwater between TTL and pre-flash-free modes.
    This led us to monitor the "WL" (Wireless) function in the camera's signals, and when it is activated, the system switches to the configured mode. This setting can be customized in the Setup program for Sony cameras.

    This alternative mode can be set to First Curtain, Rear Curtain, or Strobe mode, which activates between shutter speeds of 1/10 sec and 2 sec.
    You can read more about this feature on our blog.

    https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/stroboscope-mode-with-smart-triggers/70/

    On 6/13/2025 at 10:15 AM, makar0n said:

    Finally a user replaceable battery and USB-C, neat!

    It looks like the LED plug has been improved too - good to see, these were sometimes very hard to unplug.

    Yes .

    Many things have changed in the new Turtle 3. We tried to implement the requests we received from you, our customers. I believe we’ve managed to reach several important milestones.
    I trust that many satisfied users will enjoy using the new product. :)

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    The long-awaited SMART3 trigger has arrived! 🐢

    We’ve received tons of valuable feedback from you – our customers – and based on that, we’ve made several improvements that make the TURTLE not just one number higher, but truly smarter, more powerful, and more practical!

    The SMART3 series now comes in a brand-new, elegant box that protects it during transport and offers space for your optical cable, a spare battery, and of course, the USB charging cable.
    The package includes both USB-A and USB-C cables, making charging easy no matter what type of charger you use.

    You asked – we delivered!
    SMART3 is available not only in TTL, but also in MANUAL version, and it includes every feature that truly makes it SMART! 💡📸

    The main specifications can be seen here — of course, there are differences between each trigger, but the core additional features are the same across all models.

     Key Features – SMART 3 Version

    • User-replaceable battery with 3× the capacity of previous SMART 1–2 models

    • USB-C connector for charging and configuration

    • Reinforced switches and robust connector for LED or sync cord output

    • "SMART" button to check battery status with led flashing

      • 4 flashes = 100%

      • 3 flashes = 75%

      • 2 flashes = 50%

      • 1 flash = 25%

    • TTL & Manual mode switching via the camera menu – even underwater

      • First curtain

      • Second curtain

    Package Includes:

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    Thank you for the link!

    It was an excellent summary, but if I may, I’d like to add a little extra spice.

    Thanks to the new optical control system, both the SONY and Olympus TTL RC modes now offer extremely accurate TTL performance.

    A few weeks ago, I tested the Sony TTL mode in real-world conditions using Nikon Z8 and Sony A7 IV cameras with our own triggers.

    The results were outstanding.

    So I can confidently say that a truly exceptional strobe has been created. :)

    Additionally, the results of our TTL-side testing approach are available on our website for those interested.

    https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/smart-3-prototype-testing-in-the-red-sea/71/

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    19 hours ago, gremlin said:

    Is there a new firmware to download or is it just purchase a new trigger?

    Unfortunately, the firmware cannot be downloaded to the trigger—only the flash settings and a few special features can be adjusted. The firmware can only be downloaded by us.

    This is a new product since a complete software replacement was necessary due to the new flash control system.

    The HF-1 and AOI no longer operate with the conventional optical TTL as before.

    6 hours ago, Adventurer said:

     

    As I already explained and illustrated in picture before, the accessory is not the issue.

     

    Even when the uw-technics TTL trigger (that's the accessory you refer to) in my housing is removed you are unable to put your trigger on top of the camera. The structural element which holds the cameras upper side in place and prevents it from misaligning with heavy lenses in the housing blocks your TRT trigger box hot shoe. The turtle trigger cannot be mounted as a non-mobie version in MX-R6II housings, please accept that.

     

    Please start offering mobie versions for all of your products.

     


     

    I understand your frustration.

    Unfortunately, the photo you uploaded was misleading to me because the trigger was in focus.


    We have to accept that there are situations where a photo of housing alone does not clearly show whether our trigger is compatible.

     

    I' d also like to add that no manufacturer is willing to collaborate with third-party accessory companies.

    It is impossible to buy and test every case, camera, or flash available on the market.

     

    We invest a lot of money in testing and keep a large stock of flashes and cameras, but there is no amount of money that would allow us to answer every question instantly.

     

    Pavel and I do our best to help every customer, but it would be much easier if people contacted us directly .

     

    Im sorry for misunderstanding your question.

     

    In this case i see the normal trigger does not fit there.

     

    Sorry  

    Balazs

     

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    Hello. 

    As far as I know, there is plenty of space for our trigger in the Marelux housing.
    I have been using the 5mm LED in the Sony A7 IV Marelux housing for years, and it works perfectly.
    Here is the link about the 5mm leds: 
    https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/led-adapter-replacement-5-mm-normal-led/8/

    So if you order the e-TURTLE 2 manual trigger with these leds you can use it in Marelux housing. 

    https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/e-turtle-2-manual-with-15-cd/47/

    If you have any question just write Us. 

    Hello,,

    Unfortunately, I didn't realize that the GH5/GH6 had already been tested, so I was able to rent one and conducted the tests myself. It works perfectly in normal optical TTL mode.

    Unfortunately, the WL mode has not been tested yet, and the PANASONIC (RC) mode does not run.

    There are many active projects right now, so I haven't had much time to deal with this, but I will dedicate some time to it soon. I will share the results either on the website's blog or on Facebook and Instagram.
    Have a nice evening.. 🙂 
     

    Hello, yes, it remains in that state, but it only activates between 1/10 and 2 seconds.
    Basically, I originally designed this function for myself, but I integrated it into the SMART systems.

    Unfortunately, it won’t be included in manual triggers. This is a more expensive SMART feature, but I’m working on the Canon TTL trigger and hope to bring it to market soon.

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