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9.4 Auto OFF for the flash unit
The auto OFF for the flash unit can be set so that it occurs after 10 minutes, 1
minute or is deactivated.
Setting procedure
• Press button combination „Select“ until the symbol flashes. Apply the setting
desired with the buttons ( + ) and ( - ).
• When „10min“ is displayed, Auto OFF function will be activated after `
10 minutes.
• When „1min“ is displayed, the Auto OFF will be activated after 1 minute.
• When „OFF“ is displayed, the Auto OFF is deactivated.
The setting takes effect immediately. After about five seconds the display stops
flashing and the setting is saved automatically. After activation of the auto OFF
the display shows .
9.5 Modelling light („ML“)
The modelling light is a high-frequency stroboscopic flash. It creates the impres-
sion of a semi-permanent light for a duration of about 3 seconds. The modelling
light enables the user to assess light distribution and the formation of shadows
before taking pictures. The modelling light is triggered with the manual firing
button .
Setting procedure
• Press the button combination „Select“ until „ML“ flashes in the display. Apply
the setting desired with the buttons ( + ) and ( - ).
• When „ML ON“ is displayed, the modelling light is activated.
• When „ML OFF“ is displayed, the modelling light is deactivated.
The setting takes effect immediately. After about five seconds the display stops
flashing and the setting is saved automatically. After activation of the modelling
light function „ML“ appears in the display.
9.6 Extended Zoom Mode („Ex“)
In extended zoom mode the zoom position of the main reflector is reduced to
one level below the focal length of the camera lens. The resulting expanded and
broader light coverage provides additional dispersed light (reflections) inside
rooms so that a softer flash illumination is possible.
Example:
The focal length of the camera lens is 50 mm. The extended zoom mode sets a
35 mm reflector position on the flash unit. However, 50 mm continues to be
shown on the display.
Setting procedure
• repeatedly press button combination „Select“ until „Zoom“ appears in the
display and „Ex“ flashes. The required settings can be applied using the ( + )
and ( - ) buttons.
- When „Ex On“ is displayed, the extended zoom mode is activated.
- When „Ex OFF“ is displayed, the extended zoom mode is deactivated.
The setting takes effect immediately. After about five seconds the display stops
flashing and the setting is saved automatically. After activation of the extended
zoom mode „Ex“ appears in the display.
Depending on the system, the extended zoom mode is supported for lens
focal lengths of 28 mm or more (35mm format). The camera must be
equipped with a CPU lens and be able to transfer data on the lens focal
length to the flash unit.
9.7 Meter-feet changeover („m“ / „ft“)
The maximum flash range indicated by the flash unit’s display can either be
shown in metres or feet.
Setting procedure
• Press the button combination „Select“ until the only the distance dimension „m“
or „ft“ flashes. Apply the setting desired with the buttons ( + ) and ( - ).
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