Nikon SB 14 - Manual (Page 6)

FOREWORD
The Nikon SpeedlJght SB-14 is a compact and light­
weight electronic flash unit having a host of useful fea­
tures.
With coverage matching that of a 28mm wideangle lens,
this unit uses a silicon-controlled rectifier and series
circuitry to provide automatic control of the flash ex­
posure to match the camera-to-subject distance. In
addition, the SB-14 is able to conserve its excess energy
for the next shot when shooting subjects at close range,
thus reducing recycling time and increasing the number
of flashes per battery set. When the optional TTL Sensor
Cord SC-12 is used in conjunction with the Nikon F3 or F3
High-Eyepoint camera, the SB-14 provides automatic
through-the-lens control of flash exposure.
Moreover, the SB-14 allows complete creative control ot
bounce flash with its movable flash head which can be
tilted back 120° and rotated 120° to the right and 120°
to the left; click-stops are provided at 30°, 60°, 90°, and
120° intervals for both the tilting and rotating move­
ments.
Even though the SB-14 is extremely easy to use, you
should familiarize yourself with the unit's basic operation
as presented in the first section. For more detailed in­
formation, please refer to "Controls in Detail." A few
minutes wisely invested now will pay off later in years of
rewarding photographic experiences.