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be set manually on the camera. Using lenses not equipped with a CPU
(i.e., lenses without auto focus mode), results in certain functional limita-
tions.

3 Preparing the flash unit for use

3.1 Mounting the flash unit
Mounting the flash unit on the camera

Turn off the camera and flash before mounting or removing.

• Turn the knurled nut ቧ towards the flash unit housing as far as it will go. The

locking pin in the adapter shoe is now fully retracted into the case.

• Slide the flash unit foot completely into the camera accessory shoe.
• Turn the knurled nut ቧ towards the camera housing as far as it will go, clam-

ping the flash unit in place. If the camera does not have a locking hole, the

spring-loaded locking pin retracts into the adapter case so as not to damage

the surface.

Removing the flash unit from the camera

Turn off the camera and flash before mounting or dismounting.

• Turn the knurled nut ቧ towards the flash unit housing as far as it will go.
• Remove the flash unit from the camera’s accessory shoe.

3.2 Power supply

Suitable batteries/rechargeable batteries
The flash unit can be operated with any of the following batteries:
• 4 NiCad batteries 1.2V, type IEC KR 15/51 (KR6, size AA). They permit very

fast recycling times and are economical in use because they are rechargea-

ble.

• 4 nickel-metal-hydride batteries 1.2V, type HR6 (size AA). They have a signi-

ficantly higher capacity than NiCad batteries and are less harmful to the envi-

ronment, since they have no cadmium.

• 4 alkaline-manganese dry cell batteries 1.5V, type IEC LR6 (size AA).

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Maintenance-free power source for moderate power requirements.

• 4 lithium batteries 1.5V, type IEC FR6 L91 (size AA). Maintenance-free high-

capacity power source with a low self-discharge rate.

• Power Pack P76 with connecting cable V58-50 (optional accessory)

If your flash unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries.

Replacing batteries
The batteries are flat or dead if the recycling time (elapsing from the triggering

of a full-power flash, e.g. in the M mode, to the moment the flash ready indica-

tor ቲ lights up again) exceeds 60 seconds.
• Turn off the flash unit at the main switch ቱ.
• Slide the battery compartment cover ቩ downwards and fold open.
• Insert the batteries lengthwise as indicated by the battery symbols on the flash

unit, and close the battery compartment cover ቩ.

When inserting batteries, ensure that the polarity is correct and matches
the symbols in the battery compartment. Inserting the batteries in the
wrong direction can destroy the flash unit!
Always replace all batteries simultaneously, and make sure that batteries
are the same brand and have the same capacity.

Flat or dead batteries should not be disposed of with ordinary house-

hold waste. Help protect the environment, and dispose of flat/dead bat-
teries at the appropriate collection points.

3.3 Switching the flash unit on and off

The flash unit can be turned on by flipping the main

switch ቱ to the „ON“ position.
To turn off the flash unit, flip the main switch ቱ to the

left position.

If your flash unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time,
we recommend turning it off with the main switch and removing the
power source (i.e., batteries).

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