User's Manual

Fig. 6: Example

3. Automatic Flash Mode

Fig. 5: Measuring procedure for automatic flash mode

In the automatic flash mode the photosensor measures the light reflected from the subject. The

flash is cut off as soon as sufficient light has been emitted for correct exposure.

In this manner there is no need to calculate and set a new aperture when the distance is

changed, provided that the subject remains within the indicated automatic flash range.

The photosensor of the flashgun must be directed at the subject, regardless of the direction at

which the main reflector is pointing. The photosensor has a measuring angle of approx. 25°,

and it only measures the actual amount of light emitted by the flashgun.

Five working apertures are available in the automatic flash mode.

Adjusting procedure for the automatic flash mode:

Example: Flash-to-subject distance: 5 m

Film speed: ISO 100/21° (see fig. 6)

• Adjust the camera according to the manufacturer’s operating instructions.

1 Turn the adjusting knob for film speed until the marker is positioned opposite the ISO film

speed.

Under due consideration of the maximum flash range, a distance of 5 m permits selection of

the auto apertures f/8, f/5.6, f/4 and f/2.8.

• Switch on the flashgun with the main switch.

2 Set the selector dial to one of the auto apertures. The setting line assigns the adjusted

f–stop with the corresponding maximum flash range on the distance scale. The minimum

flash-to-subject distance is approx. 10% of the maximum flash range.

• Adjust the same aperture on the flashgun and the camera.

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