It's not new news - but doesn't the 5 port Front Junction box which according to Shimano's website has wireless functionality do the same as this?
http://www.bikerumor.com/2014/02/02/shi ... computers/
Or did Shimano change there minds on the wireless transmission protocol and the 5 port has some Standard that was only going to work with the non-existant Flight Deck?
New Shimano Di2 D-FLY Box vs 5 Port Front Junction
Moderator: robbosmans
morrisond wrote:It's not new news - but doesn't the 5 port Front Junction box which according to Shimano's website has wireless functionality do the same as this?
http://www.bikerumor.com/2014/02/02/shi ... computers/
Or did Shimano change there minds on the wireless transmission protocol and the 5 port has some Standard that was only going to work with the non-existant Flight Deck?
Do you have a link for the mention of the wireless functionality? IIRC, it was originally advertised to have that, but around the time when it was actually released they stopped mentioning it completely in their press releases/marketing material. At the time it was assumed that they had pulled the support for it and/or removed the wireless hardware.
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Taken directly from the Shimano website - Look at the bottom
Electronic
DA 9000 Series
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Dual Control Lever
ST-9070
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State of the art Di2 electronic technology for instant, accurate shifts first time, every time, at the push of a button. Now 11-speed compatible, with enhanced feedback and improved ergonomics for easier access to the shift buttons from the top of the the hoods. Cleaner wiring thanks to single-wire E-tube connections, that also make it easy to add satellite shifters for bar tops or in the drops.
11-speed compatible
Improved ergonomics
Enhanced feedback
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Rear derailleur
RD-9070
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Precise, lightning-fast shifts across an 11-speed cassette, whatever the conditions, with just a button click. The 9070 rear derailleur is now more compact and lighter, with E-tube connection to simplify installation. And automatic crash protection moves the cage out of harm's way.
11-speed design
Automatic crash protection
Maximum sprocket 28T
Compact, lightweight body
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Front derailleur
FD-9070
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Precision actuators move the cage swiftly and smoothly for fast, silent, accurate front shifts every time. And with single-wire E-tube connection to the rest of the system, the front derailleur is able to automatically trim itself as you shift the rear derailleur, eliminating chain rub.
Fast, precise, smooth shifting
Automatic trimming
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Battery/wiring/accessories
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The lithium-ion battery is now available in two versions, suitable for both external and concealed internal mounting. A single-wire E-tube connection and new junction units for a cleaner look and easier installation.
Long battery life (up to 2000km when fully charged)
Available for external or concealed mounting
Electric wires (EW-SD50) available in a range lengths from 150mm to 1400mm
3 and 5 port junctions for cockpit area available. 5-port includes wireless unit
Special PC interface (SM-PCE1) for system diagnostics and customising the system
Electronic
DA 9000 Series
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Dual Control Lever
ST-9070
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
State of the art Di2 electronic technology for instant, accurate shifts first time, every time, at the push of a button. Now 11-speed compatible, with enhanced feedback and improved ergonomics for easier access to the shift buttons from the top of the the hoods. Cleaner wiring thanks to single-wire E-tube connections, that also make it easy to add satellite shifters for bar tops or in the drops.
11-speed compatible
Improved ergonomics
Enhanced feedback
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Rear derailleur
RD-9070
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Precise, lightning-fast shifts across an 11-speed cassette, whatever the conditions, with just a button click. The 9070 rear derailleur is now more compact and lighter, with E-tube connection to simplify installation. And automatic crash protection moves the cage out of harm's way.
11-speed design
Automatic crash protection
Maximum sprocket 28T
Compact, lightweight body
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Front derailleur
FD-9070
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Precision actuators move the cage swiftly and smoothly for fast, silent, accurate front shifts every time. And with single-wire E-tube connection to the rest of the system, the front derailleur is able to automatically trim itself as you shift the rear derailleur, eliminating chain rub.
Fast, precise, smooth shifting
Automatic trimming
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Battery/wiring/accessories
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The lithium-ion battery is now available in two versions, suitable for both external and concealed internal mounting. A single-wire E-tube connection and new junction units for a cleaner look and easier installation.
Long battery life (up to 2000km when fully charged)
Available for external or concealed mounting
Electric wires (EW-SD50) available in a range lengths from 150mm to 1400mm
3 and 5 port junctions for cockpit area available. 5-port includes wireless unit
Special PC interface (SM-PCE1) for system diagnostics and customising the system
Time to ask a shimano rep, because obviously they haven't given much detail on the 5-port junction box. I'd suspect that is just a remnant of when it was an advertised feature to work with the flight deck. Wonder if the wireless hardware is even in there...
In case anyone was still wondering, I got a response from the Shimano tech rep via my LBS:
"The 5 port junction A does not have wireless capabilities. It was originally going to but that function was pulled before it was released. The new D Fly unit will transmit gear indicator and battery life indicator to a compatible computer."
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