Nikon SB-500 AF Speedlight - Manual (Page 36)

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Flash Control Modes
Manual Flash Control
When the SB-500 is mounted on a camera, manual setting of flash
output level can be enabled by selecting [Manual] under [Optional
flash] from the camera menu.
• Monitor pre-flash and the indication of insufficient flash output for
correct exposure are not available in manual flash control.
• Manual flash control is not available with D3 series, D2 series, D200,
D80, D70 series, D50 and F6 cameras.
Taking a picture in manual flash control
Set the SB-500’s power
switch to [ ].
Set the flash output level
with the camera.
• For details, see the camera user’s
manual.
• Mode indicator lamp [M] comes
on when the setting is made with
the camera.
Confirm that the flash-
ready indicator is on, and
then shoot.