User manual METZ MECABLITZ 44 AF-1 DIGITAL

[. . . ] Zoom automatique En cas d'utilisation du flash avec un appareil photo qui transmet des données concernant la distance focale de l'objectif, la position du zoom du réflecteur principal s'adapte automatiquement à cette distance focale. However, it is worthwhile reading the operating instructions and learning how to use the unit correctly. This unit is suitable for use with: · Olympus - Digital cameras with TTL flash control and flash socket system, as well as the compatible digital cameras from Panasonic and Leica. Never take flash shots of car, bus or train drivers, or of motorcycle and bicycle riders while they are in motion. [. . . ] Manual partial light output Partial light output can be configured in manual operating mode M. configuration procedure · Press the "M" button on the flash unit until the LED illuminates the desired partial light output 1/1, 1/2, 1/8 or 1/64. The flash unit motor zoom main reflector can illuminate lens focal lengths from 24mm (135 format). By using the integrated wide-angle diffuser this value is extended to 12mm. Auto zoom The zoom position of the main reflector is automatically adjusted to the lens focal length when the flash unit is used with a camera that transmits the data related to the lens focal length. With the integrated wide-angle diffuser , focal lengths from 12mm can be exposed (135 format). Flip the wide-angle diffuser out of the main reflector as far as it goes and let go. Automatic adjustment of the motor zoom main reflector cannot occur when the wide-angle diffuser is in use. Automatic adjustment does not occur when the main reflector is pivoted, the wide-angle diffuser is extended or a Mecabounce (accessory) is attached. Automatic adjustment of the motor zoom main reflector is not possible when the Mecabounce is in use. The wide-angle diffuser and Mecabounce cannot be used at the same time. The flash unit is compatible as a slave flash unit with the wireless Olympus RC flash system (RC = remote control or remote mode). This means that one or more slave flash units can be controlled remotely from a master or controller flash unit on the camera (e. Slave flash unit 44AF-1 is always set to slave Group A and all remote channels 1, 2, 3 and 4. The slave flash units must be able to receive light from the master or controller flash unit via the integrated sensor for remote use. The flash unit in the camera can function as a master or controller flash unit depending on camera type. Further information regarding settings on the master or controller flash unit can be found in the respective operating instructions. checking the remote flash mode · Position the slave flash unit according to subsequent shooting requirements. A flash unit stand S60 (accessories) should be used when setting up the slave flash unit. To release a test flash, press the manual firing button on the master or controller flash unit. Should a slave not respond, adjust the position of the slave so that the slave sensor can receive light from the master or controller flash unit. To avoid colour cast in your shots, the reflective surface should be colour-neutral or white. [. . . ] Some cameras support the AF measuring beam in the flash unit only with the camera's central AF sensor. Peripheral AF sensor is selected, then the AF measuring beam will not be activated in the flash unit. tap the camera´s shutter release · The main reflector is swivelled out of its locked normal position. The camera operates with shutter speeds that are slower than the flash sync speed. [. . . ]