Nikon SB-500 AF Speedlight - Manual (Page 60)

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Functions
Flash Photography Support Functions
Standby function
If the SB-500 and camera are not used for a specified time, the
standby function is automatically activated to conserve battery power.
Standby activation depends on the functions being used.
Power switch
Connection with camera
Connected Not connected
Flash
• When camera’s standby
timer expires*
• When camera is turned off
No operation for a certain
period
LED light
• When camera’s standby
timer expires*
• When camera is turned off
• When light is on: does not
go into standby
• When light is off: no
operation for a certain
period
A / B Remote
mode group
Does not go into standby Does not go into standby
* For details regarding the standby timer, refer to the camera user’s
manual. The standby timer is called “auto meter off” for some
camera models.