Metz MECABLITZ 36 AF-3 - Manual (Page 84)

• Select in the “F” line of the aperture calculator the f-stop
set on the camera/lens.
• The maximum flash range of the mecablitz in meters (m)
and feet (ft) is indicated underneath the f-stop.
A minimum distance to the subject should be maintained to
avoid overexposure. The minimum distance is approximate-
ly 10 per cent of the maximum flash range.
Ideally, the subject should be located in the middle third of
the distance between minimum distance and maximum flash
range to give the electronic circuit sufficient leeway for light
control.
Example:
Settings: ISO 100, 50 mm, f/4
• The aperture calculator will indicate a maximum flash
range of approx. 7.3 m.
• The minimum distance to the subject is therefore approx.
0.7 m.
• Ideally, the subject should be at a distance of
between 2.9 m and 5.1 m.
6. Programmed Auto Flash Mode
In the programmed auto flash mode the camera automati-
cally controls the aperture, the shutter speed, and the meca-
blitz for optimal results in most photographic situations,
including fill-in flash.
Settings on the camera
Set your camera to Full Auto Mode, Program P or a
Programmed Image Control Mode (landscape, portraiture,
sport, etc.). Select the auto-focus mode on the camera.
Settings on the flash unit
Adjust the zoom position of the reflector to the focal length
of the lens or set the reflector straightaway to “28 mm”.
Having completed the above settings, you can commence
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