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Хорошее руководство по эксплуатации
Законодательство обязывает продавца передать покупателю, вместе с товаром, руководство по эксплуатации Nikon SB-910. Отсутствие инструкции либо неправильная информация, переданная потребителю, составляют основание для рекламации в связи с несоответствием устройства с договором. В законодательстве допускается предоставлении руководства в другой, чем бумажная форме, что, в последнее время, часто используется, предоставляя графическую или электронную форму инструкции Nikon SB-910 или обучающее видео для пользователей. Условием остается четкая и понятная форма.
Что такое руководство?
Слово происходит от латинского "instructio", тоесть привести в порядок. Следовательно в инструкции Nikon SB-910 можно найти описание этапов поведения. Цель инструкции заключается в облегчении запуска, использования оборудования либо выполнения определенной деятельности. Инструкция является набором информации о предмете/услуге, подсказкой.
К сожалению немного пользователей находит время для чтения инструкций Nikon SB-910, и хорошая инструкция позволяет не только узнать ряд дополнительных функций приобретенного устройства, но и позволяет избежать возникновения большинства поломок.
Из чего должно состоять идеальное руководство по эксплуатации?
Прежде всего в инструкции Nikon SB-910 должна находится:
- информация относительно технических данных устройства Nikon SB-910
- название производителя и год производства оборудования Nikon SB-910
- правила обслуживания, настройки и ухода за оборудованием Nikon SB-910
- знаки безопасности и сертификаты, подтверждающие соответствие стандартам
Почему мы не читаем инструкций?
Как правило из-за нехватки времени и уверенности в отдельных функциональностях приобретенных устройств. К сожалению само подсоединение и запуск Nikon SB-910 это слишком мало. Инструкция заключает ряд отдельных указаний, касающихся функциональности, принципов безопасности, способов ухода (даже то, какие средства стоит использовать), возможных поломок Nikon SB-910 и способов решения проблем, возникающих во время использования. И наконец то, в инструкции можно найти адресные данные сайта Nikon, в случае отсутствия эффективности предлагаемых решений. Сейчас очень большой популярностью пользуются инструкции в форме интересных анимаций или видео материалов, которое лучше, чем брошюра воспринимаются пользователем. Такой вид инструкции позволяет пользователю просмотреть весь фильм, не пропуская спецификацию и сложные технические описания Nikon SB-910, как это часто бывает в случае бумажной версии.
Почему стоит читать инструкции?
Прежде всего здесь мы найдем ответы касательно конструкции, возможностей устройства Nikon SB-910, использования отдельных аксессуаров и ряд информации, позволяющей вполне использовать все функции и упрощения.
После удачной покупки оборудования/устройства стоит посвятить несколько минут для ознакомления с каждой частью инструкции Nikon SB-910. Сейчас их старательно готовят или переводят, чтобы они были не только понятными для пользователя, но и чтобы выполняли свою основную информационно-поддерживающую функцию.
Содержание руководства
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User’ s Manual Autofocus Speedlight En En[...]
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A Preparation A –2 About the SB-910 and This User’ s Manual Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-910. T o get the most out of your Speedlight, please read this user’ s manual thoroughly before use. Keep this manual handy for quick refer ence. How to find what you are looking for i T able of contents ( 0 A-11) Y ou can search by it[...]
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A –3 A Preparation Included items Check that all items listed below are included with the SB-910. If any items are missing, inform the stor e where the SB-910 was pur chased or the seller immediately . ❑ Speedlight Stand AS-21 ❑ Soft Case SS-910 ❑ Nikon Diffusion Dome SW-13H ❑ User’ s manual (this manual) ❑ Fluorescent Filter SZ-2FL ?[...]
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A Preparation A –4 About the SB-910 and This User’ s Manual About the SB-910 The SB-910 is a high-performance Speedlight compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of 34/48 (ISO 100/200, m) (111.5/157.5, ft) (at the 35 mm zoom head position in Nikon FX format with standard illumination pattern, 20 °C/68 °F). CLS-[...]
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A –5 A Preparation t Tips on identifying CPU NIKKOR lenses CPU lenses have CPU contacts. The SB-910 cannot be used with IX-Nikkor lenses. • CPU contacts[...]
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A Preparation A –6 About the SB-910 and This User’ s Manual T erminology ■ Default settings Function and mode settings at the time of purchase ■ Nikon Creative Lighting System ( CLS) A lighting system that enables various fl ash photography functions with improved communication between Nikon Speedlights and cameras Illumination patterns ?[...]
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A –7 A Preparation i-TTL mode ■ Flash mode in which the Speedlight fi res monitor pr e- fl ashes and the camera measures the r e fl ected light and controls the Speedlight fl ash output Monitor pre- fl ashes Scarcely visible fl ashes emitted before actual fi ring that enable the camera to measure the light r e fl ected on a subject i-TT[...]
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A Preparation A –8 About the SB-910 and This User’ s Manual Step ■ A unit of the shutter speed or aperture change; a change of one step halves/ doubles the amount of light entering the camera ■ EV (Exposure V alue) Each increment of 1 in exposur e value corresponds to a one-step change in exposure, which is made by halving/doubling shutter [...]
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A –9 A Q&A Index Y ou can search for speci fi c explanations according to objective. Flash photography 1 (with SB-910 mounted on camera) Question Key phrase 0 Which fl ash mode can I take pictures with? Flash modes C-1 How can I take pictures in the simplest way? Basic operation B-6 How can I take formal group shots? Illumination pattern: E[...]
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A Preparation A –10 Q&A Index Flash photography 2 (with wireless SB-910) Question Key phrase 0 How do I take pictures using multiple fl ash units? Advanced Wireless Lighting D-1 How do I take pictures of a fast-moving subject using wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography? SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography D-12 How do I [...]
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A –11 A T able of Contents A Preparation About the SB-910 and This User’ s Manual ............................................. A-2 Q&A Index ............................................................................................A-9 For Y our Safety ...................................................................................A-14[...]
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A Preparation A –12 T able of Contents E Functions Switching Illumination Patterns ............................................................. E-2 Bounce Flash Operation ........................................................................ E-4 T aking Close-up Photographs ................................................................ E-9 F[...]
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A –13 A H Tips on Speedlight Care and Refer ence Information T roubleshooting .................................................................................... H-1 Guide Number , Aperture and Flash-to-subject Distance ......................... H-4 Tips on Speedlight Care ........................................................................ [...]
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A Preparation A –14 For Y our Safety Before using your pr oduct, please read the following safety pr ecautions carefully and thoroughly to ensur e correct and safe use and to help pr event damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or others. For quick refer ence by those who use the product, please keep these safety instructions near the[...]
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A –15 A Preparation The flash unit should never be submerged in liquid or exposed to rain, 6. saltwater or moisture unless it is pr operly protected fr om the liquids and moisture. Underwater use r equires a certified underwater housing. If water or moisture gets inside the unit, this could cause the unit to catch on fire or cause an electric sho[...]
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A Preparation A –16 For Y our Safety CAUTIONS for Speedlights Do not touch the flash unit with wet hands, 1. as this could cause an electric shock. Keep the flash unit away from childr en to prevent them fr om putting 2. the unit in or near their mouth, or otherwise touching a dangerous part of the product; as such contact could cause an electric[...]
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A –17 A Preparation If corrosive liquids seep fr om the batteries and get in your eyes, 7. immediately wash your eyes with running water and consult with a doctor . Y our eyes could be seriously damaged if they are not treated quickly . If corrosive liquids seep fr om the batteries and come in contact with 8. your skin or clothes, wash immediatel[...]
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A Preparation A –18 For Y our Safety CAUTION for Batteries Do not throw or apply str ong physical shocks to the batteries as this could cause batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. Symbol for separate collection applicable in European countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately . The fol[...]
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A –19 A Preparation Check befor e Use Tips on using the Speedlight T ake trial shots T ake trial shots before photographing important occasions such as weddings or graduations. Have Nikon spot-check your Speedlight regularly Nikon recommends that you have your Speedlight serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two y[...]
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B –1 B Operation Operation B Speedlight Parts PUSH 2 5 4 6 3 1 10 9 7 13 12 11 15 14 16 17 8 1 Flash head 2 Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button ( 0 B-9) 3 Battery chamber cover 4 Battery chamber cover lock release ( 0 B-6) 5 Light sensor window for wireless remote fl ash ( 0 D-17) 6 Built-in bounce card ( 0 E-8) 7 Built-in wide panel[...]
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B –2 B Operation 20 21 22 24 19 18 23 18 Flash head tilting angle scale ( 0 E-4) 19 Flash head rotating angle scale ( 0 E-4) 20 Sync terminal cover 21 Sync terminal 22 LCD panel ( 0 B-12) 23 Flash-ready indicator ( 0 B-11, D-20) 24 Mounting foot lock lever ( 0 B-8)[...]
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B –3 B Operation Speedlight Parts 25 26 34 33 31 32 30 29 28 27 25 [MODE] button Selects fl ash mode ( 0 B-11) 26 [MENU] button Displays custom settings ( 0 B-13) 27 Function button 1 28 Function button 2 29 Function button 3 Selects item to be con fi gured • The assigned function or setting • for each button differs accor ding to the fl a[...]
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B –4 B Operation t Activating key lock Key lock icon Press function buttons 1 and 2, between which a lock icon is printed, simultaneously for 2 seconds. The key lock icon appears on the LCD and the dial and buttons are locked. The power switch/wireless mode switch for • multiple flash units and the test firing button remain unlocked. T o cancel[...]
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B –5 B Operation Function Buttons The assigned function or setting for each button differs accor ding to the fl ash mode and settings of the SB-910. Function button 1 The assigned function or • setting for each button is indicated by an icon. When no function is • assigned to a button, no icon appears above the button on the LCD. Function bu[...]
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B –6 B Operation This section covers basic procedur es in i-TTL mode in combination with a CLS- compatible camera. v Notes on continuous fl ash photography T o prevent the SB-910 from overheating, allow it to cool down for at least • 10 minutes after 15 times of continuous firing. When continuous flash firing is repeated in quick succession, t[...]
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B –7 B Operation Basic Operations Compatible batteries and replacement/r echarging When replacing batteries, use four fr esh AA-size batteries of the same brand. Refer to the following table to determine when to replace batteries with fr esh ones or recharge batteries accor ding to how long the fl ash-ready indicator takes to come on. Battery ty[...]
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B –8 B Operation Low battery power indicator When battery power is low , the icon shown at the left appears on the LCD and the SB-910 stops functioning. Replace or recharge batteries. STEP 2 Attaching the SB-910 to the camera Make sure the SB-910 and the camera body are turned off. Make sure the mounting foot lock lever is on the left (white dot)[...]
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B –9 B Operation Basic Operations Detaching the SB-910 from the camera Make sure the SB-910 and the camera body are turned off, turn the lock lever 90° to the left, and then slide the SB-910’ s mounting foot from the camera’ s accessory shoe. If the SB-910’ s mounting foot cannot be removed from the camera’ s accessory • shoe, turn the[...]
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B –10 B Operation STEP 4 T ur ning the SB-910 and camera on T urn the SB-910 and the camera body on. LCD example The image below is the SB-910 LCD example under the following conditions: • flash mode: i-TTL mode; image area: FX format; illumination pattern: standard; ISO sensitivity: 200; zoom head position: 24 mm; aperture f-number: 5.6 Icons [...]
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B –11 B Operation Basic Operations STEP 5 Selecting the flash mode Press the [MODE] button to highlight the fl ash mode. Rotate the selector dial to display . Press the [OK] button. Changing the fl ash mode Rotate the selector dial clockwise to display icons of available fl ash mode on the LCD. Only available flash modes are displayed on the L[...]
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B –12 B Operation Settings and the LCD Icons on the LCD show the status of settings. Displayed icons vary according to selected fl ash modes and settings. The basic control of SB-910 functions is as follows: • Press a button to highlight the selected item. Change the setting by rotating the selector dial. Press the [OK] button to con fi rm se[...]
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B –13 B Operation Custom Functions and Settings V arious operations for the SB-910 can be easily set using the LCD. Displayed icons vary according to the combination of camera and status of the • SB-910. Functions and settings indicated with grid boxes do not function even though • they can be configured and set. Custom settings Press the [ME[...]
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B –14 B Operation Rotate the selector dial to highlight the chosen setting, and then press the [OK] button. Highlighted while selected • Press the [OK] button to r eturn display • to item selection. Press the [MENU] button to return to normal display . The LCD returns to normal display . • Available selection º : Current setting[...]
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B –15 B Operation Custom Functions and Settings Setting My Menu When a custom settings page is displayed, only the custom settings items that are set as My Menu are displayed on the LCD. My Menu items can be changed any time. • T o display all items, select “FULL” in the My Menu setting in the custom settings. • Select “SET UP” in My [...]
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B –16 B Operation t Custom settings page display function and display mode Page display function Custom settings pages can be changed with function buttons 1 and 2. The number of pages displayed varies from one to five depending on the settings. • The position of the displayed page is indicated in the bar . • Display mode The custom settings [...]
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B –17 B Operation Custom Functions and Settings A vailable custom functions and settings ( Bold: default) Non-TTL auto fl ash mode option ( 0 C-5, C-8) Auto aperture fl ash with monitor pre- fl ashes Auto aperture fl ash without monitor pre- fl ashes Non-TTL auto fl ash with monitor pre- fl ashes Non-TTL auto fl ash without monitor pre- ?[...]
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B –18 B Operation T est fi ring fl ash output level in i-TTL mode ( 0 E-21) M1/128: Approx. 1/128 M1/32: Approx. 1/32 M1/1: Full FX/DX format selection ( 0 A-6) When the zoom head position is manually set, image area settings can be selected. FX ±∞ DX: Automatically set according to the camera’ s image area FX: Nikon FX format (36 × 24) D[...]
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B –19 B Operation Custom Functions and Settings ISO sensitivity manual setting ( 0 E-21) Setting ISO sensitivity within the range of between 3 and 8000. 100: ISO 100 Flash-ready indicator in r emote mode ( 0 D-20) Selecting which fl ash-ready indicator to blink/light up in r emote mode to save power REAR, FRONT : Back indicator lights up, front [...]
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B –20 B Operation Zoom head position manual setting with broken built-in wide panel ( 0 E-11) Selecting whether the zoom head position can be manually set or not when the built-in wide panel is broken. ON: Zoom head position can be manually set OFF: Zoom head position cannot be manually set My Menu setting ( 0 B-15) Selecting custom settings disp[...]
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C –1 C Flash Modes Flash Modes C i-TTL Mode Information obtained by monitor pre- fl ashes and exposure control information is integrated by the camera to automatically adjust fl ash output levels. T o take pictures using the SB-910 set in i-TTL mode, see “Basic Operations” • ( 0 B-6). Either the i-TTL balanced fill-flash mode or the stand[...]
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C –2 C Flash Modes Setting i-TTL mode Press the [MODE] button. Rotate the selector dial to display or . Press the [OK] button i-TTL mode LCD example : Monitor pre- fl ashes : i-TTL : Balanced fi ll- fl ash[...]
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C –3 C Flash Modes i-TTL Mode Effective flash output distance range in i-TTL mode The effective fl ash output distance range is indicated by numbers and a bar chart on the LCD. The actual flash-to-subject distance should • be within the range displayed. The range varies depending on the camera’ s • image area setting, illumination pattern,[...]
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C –4 C Flash Modes v When insuf fi cient fl ash output for correct exposure is indicated When the flash-ready indicators on the • SB-910 and in the camera’ s viewfinder blink for approx. 3 seconds after a pictur e is taken, underexposur e due to insufficient flash output may have occurred. T o compensate, use a wider aperture or higher ISO [...]
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C –5 C Flash Modes Auto Apertur e Flash Mode The SB-910’ s light sensor for non-TTL auto fl ash measures the fl ash that is re fl ected on the subject, and the SB-910 controls the fl ash output level according to the lens and camera information transmitted to the SB-910, including ISO sensitivity , exposure compensation value, apertur e and[...]
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C –6 C Flash Modes t Monitor pre- fl ashes Monitor pre-flashes can be activated or canceled as a non-TTL auto flash mode • option in the custom settings. ( 0 B-17) Flash output is controlled mor e accurately with monitor pre-flashes. The SB-910 • emits monitor pre-flashes befor e actual firing to obtain reflected flash data. Monitor pre-flas[...]
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C –7 C Flash Modes Auto Aperture Flash Mode T aking a picture in auto apertur e flash mode Make sure the actual fl ash-to- subject distance is within the effective fl ash output distance range. Con fi rm the fl ash-r eady indicator is on, and then shoot. v When insuf fi cient fl ash output for correct exposure is indicated When the fl ash-[...]
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C –8 C Flash Modes Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode The SB-910’ s light sensor for non-TTL auto fl ash measures the fl ash that is re fl ected on the subject, and the SB-910 controls the fl ash output level according to the re fl ected fl ash data. Setting non-TTL auto flash mode Non-TTL auto fl ash mode can be set as a non-TTL auto fl ash mode [...]
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C –9 C Flash Modes Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode t Monitor pre- fl ashes Monitor pre-flashes can be activated or canceled as a non-TTL auto flash mode • option in the custom settings. ( 0 B-17) Flash output is controlled mor e accurately with monitor pre-flashes. The SB-910 • emits monitor pre-flashes befor e actual firing to obtain reflected flas[...]
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C –10 C Flash Modes T aking a picture in non-TTL auto flash mode Press function button 3 to highlight the aperture. Rotate the selector dial to set aperture. Note that the effective fl ash output distance range varies depending on aperture. Aperture can be changed with function • button 3. Correct exposur e can be obtained when • the actual [...]
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C –11 C Flash Modes Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode t Checking exposure befor e taking a picture T est fi re the Speedlight under the same conditions and with the same Speedlight and camera settings before taking the actual picture. When the flash-ready indicators blink after • test firing, underexposur e due to insufficient flash output may have occu[...]
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C –12 C Flash Modes Distance-priority Manual Flash Mode In this fl ash mode, when the fl ash-to-subject distance value is entered, the SB-910 automatically controls fl ash output level according to the camera settings. Setting distance-priority manual flash mode Distance-priority manual fl ash is not possible when the SB-910’ s fl ash head[...]
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C –13 C Flash Modes Distance-priority Manual Flash Mode T aking a picture in distance-priority manual flash mode Press function button 3 to highlight fl ash-to-subject distance. Set the fl ash-to-subject distance with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. The flash-to-subject distance can be set • with function button 3 as well. [...]
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C –14 C Flash Modes t When the SB-910’ s fl ash head is tilted or rotated while in distance-priority manual fl ash mode When the Speedlight is used in distance-priority manual flash mode and the flash • head is tilted up or rotated to the right or left, the flash mode will automatically change to auto aperture flash mode or non-TTL auto fla[...]
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C –15 C Flash Modes Manual Flash Mode In manual fl ash mode, aperture and fl ash output level are manually selected. This allows for control of exposur e and fl ash-to-subject distance. The flash output level can be set from M1/1 (full output) to M1/128 to suit • creative pr eferences. Underexposur e due to insufficient flash output is not i[...]
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C –16 C Flash Modes T aking a picture in manual flash mode Press function button 2 to highlight the fl ash output level. Set the fl ash output level by rotating the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. Flash output level can be set with • function button 2 as well. Make the flash-to-subject distance • equal to the effective flash [...]
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C –17 C Flash Modes Manual Flash Mode Setting the ■ fl ash output level Highlight the fl ash output level, and then rotate the selector dial to change the fl ash output level. 1/1 1/1 –0.3 –0.7 +0.7 +0.3 –0.3 –0.7 +0.7 +0.3 –0.3 –0.7 +0.7 +0.3 –0.3 –0.7 +0.7 +0.3 –0.3 –0.7 +0.7 +0.3 1/2 1/2 1/8 1/8 1/16 1/32 1/64 1/4 1/4 [...]
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C –18 C Flash Modes Repeating Flash Mode In repeating fl ash mode, the SB-910 fi res repeatedly during a single exposur e, creating str oboscopic multiple-exposure ef fects. Be sure to use fr esh or fully charged batteries and allow enough time for the flash • unit to recycle between each r epeating flash session. Because of the lower shutter[...]
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C –19 C Flash Modes Repeating Flash Mode Setting flash output level, number and frequency of flash firings The • number of flash firings is the number of times the flash fires per frame. The • frequency of flash firings is the number of times the flash fir es per second. The number of flash firings is the maximum number of times the Speedligh[...]
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C –20 C Flash Modes T aking a picture in r epeating flash mode Press function button 2 to highlight the fl ash output level. Rotate the selector dial to choose the fl ash output level, and then press the [OK] button. Flash output level can be changed with • function button 2. Flash output level can be set between • M1/8 and M1/128. Press fu[...]
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C –21 C Flash Modes Repeating Flash Mode Camera’ s LCD Camera’ s LCD Calculate the aperture f-number fr om the fl ash-to-subject distance and the guide number , and set the camera’ s aperture accor dingly . T o determine the f-number , see “Guide Number , • Aperture and Flash-to-subject Distance.” ( 0 H-4) Aperture cannot be set with[...]
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C –22 C Flash Modes t Checking fl ash operation before taking a pictur e T est fi re the Speedlight under the same conditions and with the same Speedlight and camera settings before taking the actual pictur e. v Exposure compensation in r epeating fl ash mode Overexposur e occurs in repeating flash mode when the actual flash-to-subject • dis[...]
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D –1 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SB-910 Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setup With the SB-910, Advanced W ir eless Lighting and SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash- unit photography are possible. The SB-910’ s default wireless mode for multiple fl ash units is Advanced Wirele[...]
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D –2 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Advanced Wireless Lighting The master fl ash unit commands the remote fl ash units to fi re monitor pre- fl ashes. The camera measures the re fl ected light. The camera activates the fl ash units. Remote fl ash units (Group A) Remote fl ash units (Group C) Remote fl ash units (Group B) Mast[...]
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D –3 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SB-910 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setup SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography Remote fl ash units start fi ring triggered by the master fl ash unit fi ring (in AUTO mode or M mode). Remote fl ash units stop fi ring when the master fl ash unit stops fi ring (in AUTO[...]
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D –4 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography When used in master mode When used in remote mode Flash photography with Advanced Wireless Lighting Flash mode i-TTL • Auto aperture fl ash* • 1 Non-TTL auto fl ash* • 1 Manual fl ash • Flash function • canceled The fl ash mode is set on the master fl ash unit (each group can fi re w[...]
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D –5 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SB-910 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Functions v Notes on canceling the master fl ash unit fl ash function When the master fl ash unit fl ash function is canceled and only the remote fl ash units fi re, the master fl ash unit emits a number of weak light signals to trigger the remote fl ash u[...]
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D –6 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setting the Master Flash Unit Set the power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple fl ash units to [ MASTER]. T ur n the switch while holding down • the lock release in the center . Master mode LCD example (i-TTL mode) Remote fl ash unit fl ash mode and fl ash compensation value Master fl [...]
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D –7 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setting the Remote Flash Unit Set the power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple fl ash units to [ REMOTE]. T ur n the switch while holding down • the lock release in the center . Remote mode LCD example (Advanced Wireless Lighting) Sound monitor Remote mode Group Channel Remote fl ash unit[...]
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D –8 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography T aking a picture with Advanced Wir eless Lighting 1. Master flash unit setting (flash mode, flash compensation value and channel) [Setting i-TTL mode and channel 1 (example)] Press function button 2 to highlight . Press the [MODE] button, choose [TTL] with the selector dial, and then press the [OK][...]
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D –9 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Advanced Wireless Lighting 2. Remote flash unit setting (gr oup, channel and zoom head position) [Setting group A and channel 1 (example)] Press function button 2 to highlight the group, choose “A” for group with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. Group name and channel number be[...]
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D –10 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Repeating flash photography Repeating fl ash photography is possible in Advanced Wireless Lighting. Repeating flash mode can be activated in the custom settings. ( • 0 B-17) Repeating flash mode LCD example Channel Frequency of fl ash fi rings Flash output level Repeating fl ash mode Number o[...]
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D –11 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Advanced Wireless Lighting Setting repeating flash photography When the SB-910 operates in repeating flash mode, the flash function can be • activated (ON) or canceled (OFF). There is no other r epeating flash mode option. The master flash unit and remote flash units operate with the same flash o[...]
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D –12 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography is particularly suited to photographing fast-moving subjects. Setting SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography Set the SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography in custom settings. ( 0 B-17) Set the power switch/wireless mode[...]
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D –13 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SU-4 T ype Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Flash modes for the master flash unit When used in master mode, the SB-910 can operate in auto aperture fl ash, non-TTL auto fl ash, distance-priority manual fl ash and manual fl ash modes. ( 0 D-4) T o set the fl ash mode, press the [MODE] b[...]
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D –14 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Flash modes for remote flash units When used in remote mode, the SB-910 can operate in AUTO (auto), M (manual) and OFF ( fl ash function canceled) modes. T o set the fl ash mode, press the [MODE] button, choose the fl ash mode with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. (auto) mode: [...]
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D –15 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SU-4 T ype Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography v T o prevent the remote fl ash units from fi ring accidentally Do not leave the remote fl ash units’ power on. Ambient electrical noise caused by static electricity or other such electromagnetic waves can trigger them to fi re accidentally [...]
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D –16 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Press function button 1 to highlight the zoom head position, choose a zoom head position with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. t Setting fl ash output level in M mode In M mode, set the fl ash output level with function button 2. 2. Master flash unit setting (flash mode) [Settin[...]
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D –17 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Remote Flash Units Remote flash unit setting The standby function of the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600 and • SB-R200 is canceled when remote mode is set. Make sur e that there is suf ficient battery power . Set the zoom head position of the remote flash units wider than the angle of • [...]
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D –18 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography As a basic guide, the effective distance between the master and r emote flash • units is approx. 10 m (33 ft) or less in the fr ont position, and approx. 7 m (23 ft) at both sides (in Advanced Wireless Lighting). These ranges vary slightly depending on ambient light. There is no limit to the numb[...]
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D –19 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Remote Flash Units An obstacle between the master flash unit and remote flash units can interfer e • with transmission of data. T ake care not to let light from the r emote flash units enter the camera lens or the • master flash unit light sensor for non-TTL auto flash. Use the provided • Spe[...]
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D –20 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Checking Status in Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography The fl ash-ready indicator on the SB-910 and the sound monitor can be used to check that wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography is operating during and after taking a picture. The sound monitor can be used to check the operational st[...]
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D –21 D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Checking Status in Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Master fl ash unit Remote fl ash unit Speedlight status Flash-ready indicator Flash-ready indicator Sound monitor Goes out and lights up when ready to fi re Quickly blinks for approx. 6 sec. Three long beeps for approx. 3 sec. (The beep[...]
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E –1 E Functions Functions E This section explains the SB-910 functions that support fl ash photography and camera functions. For detailed information regar ding camera functions and settings, refer to the • camera user’ s manual. Switching illumination patterns ( 0 E-2) Bounce fl ash operation ( 0 E-4) T aking close-up photographs ( 0 E-9)[...]
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E –2 E Functions Switching Illumination Patter ns In fl ash photography , the center of the image is most illuminated, while the edges are darker . The SB-910 provides three types of illumination patterns with differ ent light falloff at edges. Select the suitable pattern according to the photography environment. Standard The basic illumination [...]
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E –3 E Functions Setting the illumination pattern Press function button 1 to highlight the zoom head position. Press function button 3 to change the illumination pattern. The selected illumination pattern is indicated with an icon on the LCD. • Standard Even Center -weighted t When the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached or the built-in wide panel[...]
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E –4 E Functions Bounce fl ash is a photographic technique using light that is bounced off a ceiling or wall using a tilted or rotated fl ash head. This provides the effects listed below compared to those with dir ect light from a fl ash unit: Overexposur e to a subject that is closer than other subjects can be reduced. • Background shadows [...]
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E –5 E Functions Setting flash head tilting/rotating angles, and choosing a reflecting surface Good results ar e most easily achieved when the flash head is tilted up to use the • ceiling as a reflecting surface. Rotate the flash head horizontally to get the same effect when the camera is held • in the vertical position. Illumination can be s[...]
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E –6 E Functions Bounce Flash Operation Nikon Diffusion Dome By attaching the included Nikon Diffusion Dome over the flash head, light can be • further diffused during bounce flash photography to cr eate extremely soft light with virtually no shadow . The same effect can be achieved with the camera in either horizontal or vertical • position.[...]
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E –7 E Functions Zoom head position indicator When the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached, • the zoom head position is automatically set depending on the camera’ s image area and illumination pattern. The zoom head position is set at 12 mm, 14 mm or 17 mm in FX format, and 8 mm, 10 mm or 11 mm in DX format. ( 0 H-17) The illumination pattern ca[...]
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E –8 E Functions Bounce Flash Operation t Setting the aperture in bounce fl ash operation In bounce flash, there is a light loss compar ed with normal flash photography • (with flash head adjusted to the forward-facing position). Ther efore, a two- or three-step wider apertur e (smaller f-number) should be used. Adjust according to results. Wh[...]
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E –9 E Functions T aking Close-up Photographs When the fl ash-to-subject distance is less than approx. 2 m (6.6 ft), tilting down the fl ash head is recommended to ensur e suf fi cient illumination of the lower part of the subject in close-up photography . 0° 7° The bounce-down icon appears when the • flash head is tilted down. With the bu[...]
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E –10 E Functions T aking Close-up Photographs Setting the built-in wide panel Carefully pull the built-in wide panel all the way out and position it over the fl ash panel. Slide the bounce card back into place inside the fl ash head. T o replace the built-in wide panel, lift it up and slide it into the flash head as far • as it will go. Zoom[...]
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E –11 E Functions T aking close-ups with bounce-down flash Set the SB-910’ s fl ash mode. Position the built-in wide panel. Tilt the fl ash head down. Con fi rm the fl ash-r eady indicator is on, and then shoot. t If the built-in wide panel is broken The built-in wide panel may break if subjected to str ong knocks while on the flash • hea[...]
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E –12 E Functions Flash Photography with Color Filters Color compensation fi lters, a fl uorescent fi lter and an incandescent fi lter , are included with the SB-910 for use with fl ash photography under incandescent/ tungsten and fl uorescent lighting. For more details on color compensation filter ef fects, see the separate booklet “A ?[...]
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E –13 E Functions Check the LCD. Filter type is displayed. • The information is transmitted from the • SB-910 to the camera. Fluorescent fi lter Incandescent fi lter How to attach SJ-3 color filters (optional) Fold along the line marked on the fi lter . Attach the fi lter to Color Filter Holder SZ-2 (optional) as shown in the diagram. Ins[...]
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E –14 E Functions Flash Photography with Color Filters Place the fi lter holder on the fl ash head with the Nikon logo facing up, as shown in the diagram, and insert it into the slit at the top. Be sure to attach the filter to the filter • holder before placing the filter holder on the flash head. Check the LCD. The filter type is displayed. [...]
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E –15 E Functions v Notes on using SJ-3 color fi lters These filters are consumable items. Replace them when they deteriorate or their • colors fade. The heat generated from the flash head can warp the filters. However , this will • not affect their performance. Scratches on the filters will have no effect on performance unless the filters f[...]
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E –16 E Functions Flash Photography with Color Filters White balance depends on camera in use ■ Camera Filter D3X, D3S, D3 *1 , D700, D300S, D300 *2 , D90, D7000, D5100, D5000, D3100, D3000 D2 series, D1X, D1H, D200, D100, D80, D70 series, D60, D40 series D1, D50 SZ-2FL Auto, fl ash Not recommended Not recommended SZ-2TN Auto, fl ash* 3 Incan[...]
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E –17 E Functions Flash Photography Support Functions Flash compensation Exposure compensation for a fl ash-illuminated subject without affecting background exposur e can be achieved by adjusting the SB-910’ s fl ash output level. Some plus compensation may be necessary to make the main subject brighter , • and some minus compensation to ma[...]
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E –18 E Functions Flash Photography Support Functions Power zoom function The SB-910 automatically adjusts the zoom head position to match the lens focal length. • Zoom head positions automatically adjusted differ depending on the settings. For more details, r efer to “Specifications.” ( 0 H-17) Power zoom function activated Power zoom func[...]
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E –19 E Functions Power zoom function canceled ■ Power zoom function can be canceled in the custom settings. ( 0 B-18) An “ • ” above the “ ” indicator appears on the LCD panel when the power zoom function is canceled. The zoom head position must be manually set. The zoom head position does not • automatically change when the lens f[...]
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E –20 E Functions Flash Photography Support Functions AF-assist illumination/ ■ canceling fl ash function AF-assist illumination can be activated or canceled in the custom settings. The fl ash function can also be canceled in the custom settings while AF-assist illumination is activated. ( 0 B-18) AF-assist illumination activated while fl as[...]
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E –21 E Functions ISO sensitivity manual setting ISO sensitivity can be set manually in the custom settings. ( 0 B-19) ISO sensitivity can be set at from 3 to 8000. Note that the camera’ s ISO sensitivity • setting is given priority . T est firing Pressing the test fi ring button determines whether the SB-910 fi res properly . T est firing [...]
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E –22 E Functions Flash Photography Support Functions SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography ■ ( 0 D-12) When the camera’ s depth-of-field preview button is pressed, only the master flash • unit fires as the modeling illuminator . The remote flash units also fir e according to the modeling illumination of the • master flash [...]
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E –23 E Functions Thermal cut-out The SB-910 features a function that of fers protection against damage to the fl ash panel and body from overheating. This function does not stop the fl ash head temperature rising. Be car eful not to let the SB-910 overheat during continuous fl ash use. The thermal cut-out indicator appears when the temperatur[...]
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E –24 E Functions Functions to Be Set on the Camera The following functions are available when used with cameras so equipped. Set these functions on the camera. They cannot be set on the SB-910 directly . For detailed information regar ding camera functions and settings, refer to the • camera user’ s manual. Auto FP high-speed sync High-speed[...]
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E –25 E Functions Flash value lock ( FV lock) The SB-910 sets the fl ash output to locked fl ash exposure. This maintains the subject’ s illumination, even if the composition changes. The flash exposure level (brightness) r emains the same even when the aperture • is changed or lens is zoomed in and out, because the flash output level autom[...]
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E –26 E Functions Functions to Be Set on the Camera Rear -curtain sync In normal fl ash photography , when photographing fast-moving subjects at low shutter speeds at night, pictures can appear unnatural because the subject fr ozen by the fl ash appears behind or within the blurred movement. Rear -curtain sync fl ash creates a pictur e in whic[...]
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F –1 F For Use with Non-CLS-compatible SLR Cameras For Use with Non-CLS-compatible SLR Cameras F Using the SB-910 with non-CLS-compatible SLR cameras is possible, although some functions may not be operable. Operable SB-910 functions vary depending on camera in use. • See the camera user’ s manual as well. • Differ ences between CLS-compati[...]
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G –1 G For Use with COOLPIX Cameras For Use with COOLPIX Cameras G Using the SB-910 with COOLPIX cameras listed below is possible, although some functions may not be operable. CLS-compatible COOLPIX cameras (P7100, P7000, P6000) i-TTL-compatible COOLPIX cameras (P5100, P5000, E8800, E8400) See the camera user’ s manual as well. • Flash modes [...]
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G –2 G For Use with COOLPIX Cameras t CLS-compatible COOLPIX cameras Wireless multiple flash-unit photography is possible when an SB-910, SB-900, • SB-800, SB-700 or Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 is mounted on the COOLPIX camera accessory shoe as the master flash unit or commander , and flash units such as the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-[...]
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H –1 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Tips on Speedlight Car e and Reference Information H This section explains troubleshooting, Speedlight car e, speci fi cations and optional accessories. T roubleshooting If a warning indicator appears, use the following chart to determine the cause of the problem befor e taking the Speedli[...]
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H –2 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Problem Cause Solution 0 Remote fl ash unit does not fi re . The distance between the master fl ash unit and the remote fl ash unit is too long, or there is an obstacle between them. Redo the setup of the master fl ash unit and remote fl ash units. D-17 The light from the master fl a[...]
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H –3 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information T roubleshooting W arning indicator Cause Solution 0 Safety circuit activation indicator appears. All functions other than the power switch are inoperable because of power abnormalities. T urn off the power , remove the batteries, and contact your retailer or Nikon repr esentative. — The [...]
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H –4 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Guide Number , Apertur e and Flash-to-subject Distance The guide number (GN) indicates the amount of light generated by a fl ash unit. As the number increases, the fl ash output becomes greater and the light extends further . There is a r elation repr esented by an equation, guide number [...]
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H –5 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Never use thinner , benzene or other active agents when cleaning the Speedlight, as this may damage the Speedlight or cause it to catch fi re. Using these agents may also impair your health. " W ARNING Cleaning Dirt on the flash panel can cause it to break when the flash is fir ed. Cl[...]
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H –6 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Operating location An extreme temperatur e change can cause condensation to form inside the • SB-910. When subjecting the SB-910 to sudden and extreme temperatur e changes, place it inside an airtight container such as plastic bag. Leave it inside the container for a while before exposing[...]
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H –7 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Notes on Batteries Because flash consumes a large amount of battery power , batteries may not • operate properly befor e reaching the end of their stated lifespan or the number of charges/discharges as specified by the battery manufacturer . When installing batteries, turn off the power o[...]
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H –8 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information About the LCD Panel Characteristics of the LCD panel Due to the directional characteristics of LCDs, the LCD panel is dif ficult to read • when viewed from above. However , it can be seen clearly from a somewhat lower angle. The LCD panel becomes darker at high temperatures (appr ox. 60 ?[...]
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H –9 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Updating Firmwar e The latest Nikon fi rmware can be downloaded fr om the Nikon website. Firmware is updated thr ough a camera compatible with SB-910 fi rmware updates. For users in the U.S.A.: • http://www .nikonusa.com/ For users in Europe and Africa: • http://www .europe-nikon.com/[...]
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H –10 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Optional Accessories Speedlight Stand AS-21 ■ Same as that provided with this SB-910. ■ Color Filter Set SJ-3 A total of 20 fi lters in eight colors are included. These ar e used with the separately available Color Filter Holder SZ-2. FL-G1 (fluorescent filter) · FL-G2 (fluorescent f[...]
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H –11 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Optional Accessories External power source Use of an optional external power source provides a stable power supply , increases the number of fl ashes and shortens recycling time. Nikon High- performance Battery Pack SD-9 Power Bracket Unit SK-6/ SK-6A Nikon DC Unit SD-7 Nikon High- perfor[...]
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H –12 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Speci fi cations External power source Batteries Min. recycling time (approx.)* 1 Min. number of fl ashes* 1 / recycling time* 1 Nikon High- performance Battery Pack SD-9* 2 1.5 V LR6 (AA-size) alkaline × 4 1.9 sec. 280/1.9 – 30 sec. 1.5 V FR6 (AA-size) lithium × 4 2.4 sec. 500/2.4 ?[...]
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H –13 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar T ransistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Guide number (at 35 mm zoom head position, in FX format, standard illumination pattern, 20 °C/68 °F) 34/111.5 (ISO 100, m/ft), 48/157.5 (ISO 200, m/ft) Effective fl ash output[...]
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H –14 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Bounce capability Flash head tilts down to 7° or up to 90° with click-stops at − 7°, 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90° Flash head rotates horizontally 180° to the left and right with click-stops at 0°, 30°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 120°, 150°, 180° Power ON/OFF Rotate the power switch/wirele[...]
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H –15 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Flash compensation − 3.0 EV to +3.0 EV in increments of 1/3 EV steps in i-TTL, auto aperture fl ash, non-TTL auto fl ash or distance-priority manual fl ash mode Custom settings 19 items Other functions ISO sensitivity manual setting, redisplay of underexposur e amount f[...]
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H –16 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information In FX format, standard illumination pattern ■ ISO sensitivity Zoom head position (mm) 12800 6400 3200 1600 800 400 200 100 14BA/ WP 14BA 14WP 17 18 20 24 28 35 50 70 85 105 120 135 180 200 Aperture (f) 4 2.8 2 1.4 2.3 - 20 2.9 - 20 3.1 - 20 3.9 - 20 4.1 - 20 4.3 - 20 4.8 - 20 5.4 - 20 6.[...]
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H –17 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Angle of coverage (in FX format) Zoom head position set Angle of coverage (°) V ertical Horizontal 12 (BA/WP) *1 120 130 14 (BA/WP) *2 110 120 17 (BA/WP) *3 100 110 17 *4 77 96 18 *4 74 93 20 *4 69 87 24 60 78 28 53 70 35 45 60 50 34 46 70 26 36 85 23 31 105 20 27 120 18 25[...]
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H –18 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Guide number table The SB-910 guide numbers differ depending on the camera’ s image area, illumination pattern, ISO sensitivity , zoom head position and fl ash output level. ISO 100; m Zoom head position (mm) FX format DX format Standard illumination Even illumination Center-weighted il[...]
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H –19 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Guide number table (in FX format) Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft ■ Flash output level Zoom head position (mm) 14 17 18 20 24 28 35 50 70 85 105 120 135 180 200 WP +BA BA WP 1/1 13/ 42.7 16/ 52.5 17/ 55.8 22/ 72.2 23/ 75.5 24/ 78.7 27/ 88.6 30/ 98.4 34/ 111[...]
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H –20 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Guide number table (for auto FP high-speed sync) Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft (in FX format) ■ Flash output level Zoom head position (mm) 14 17 18 20 24 28 35 50 70 85 105 120 135 180 200 WP +BA BA WP 1/1 4.7/ 15.4 5.8/ 19 6.2/ 20.3 8.1/ 26.6 8.5/ 27.9 8.8/ 28.9 10/ 32[...]
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H –21 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Min. number of flashes/ recycling time for each battery type Batteries Min. recycling time (approx.)* Min. number of fl ashes*/ recycling time* LR6 (AA-size) alkaline (1.5 V) 4.0 sec. 110/4.0 – 30 sec. FR6 (AA-size) lithium (1.5 V) 4.5 sec. 230/4.5 – 120 sec. HR6 (AA-si[...]
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H –22 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Index Refer to “Speedlight Parts” ( • 0 B-1) for names of parts. A Accessories ................................... H-10 Advanced Wireless Lighting .....D-2, D-8 AF-assist illumination ..................... E-19 AF-ILL ONLY ................................... E-20 Amount of underexpos[...]
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H –23 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Index Flash-ready indicator (in remote mode) ....................................... D-20 Fluorescent fi lter ............................ E-12 Frequency of fl ash fi rings .............. C-19 Front-curtain sync .......................... E-26 Full Menu .................................[...]
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H –24 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Non-TTL auto fl ash mode ................ C-8 Number of fl ash fi rings ................. C-19 O OFF ( fl ash function canceled) mode ........................................ D-14 OK button ([OK] button) ..................B-3 P Power switch ...................................B-3 Power [...]
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User’ s Manual Autofocus Speedlight Printed in Japan T T1L04(11) 8MSA4411-04 En No reproduction in any f orm of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writt en authorization from NIK ON CORPORA TION. En[...]