User manual METZ MECABLITZ 45 CL-4 DIGITAL

[. . . ] It is only natural that you can't wait to start using your flash unit. However, it will be to your advantage if you take the time to read these Operating Instructions beforehand so that you are completely familiar with its operation.  Please open the picture cover page at the end of these Instructions. This flash unit is suitable for: · All cameras with a synchronising socket in conjunction with the supplied synchronising cable 45-47. [. . . ] The flash readiness indicator lights up when the flash unit is ready for operation. The flash unit is switched off when the main switch is in the lower position. The secondary reflector can be switched on with the switch for the secondary reflector, for instance for frontal fill-in when bouncing the flash. When in the middle position the secondary reflector will only emit approx. The secondary reflector is turned off when the switch is in the bottom position. Adjust the setting mark for aperture pre-selection to the required auto working aperture, TTL mode or M manual mode, or a manual partial light output. A flash can be fired with the manual firing button when flash readiness is established. When in automatic flash mode or with manual partial light output the flash fired depends on the adjusted parameters (ISO / aperture / partial light output). The flash readiness indicator lights up when the flash capacitor has become charged so that flashes can be fired. When an SCA adapter is being used the camera will automatically switch over to flash synch speed should this be necessary. When an SCA adapter is used a corresponding indication is given in the camera's viewfinder or on the camera display, depending on the camera type. Further flash modes can be set for operation with a suitable system camera and an adapter from the SCA 3002 system (see Operating Instructions for the given camera and SCA adapter). The subject should be located in the middle third of the indicated range to give the electronic circuit leeway for compensation. Aperture or ISO  The TTL flash mode tovalue does not have to be set on the flash unit for the function!In TTL flash mode with preflash the reflective properties of the subject are established with one or more preflashes prior to exposure and evaluated by the camera's electronic circuit. The distance data from the camera's AF system can be additionally taken into account. Light output control by the camera's electronic system is via an adapter from the SCA 3002 system. These are further developments of the standard TTL flash mode which is not supported by these cameras. Equip the flash unit with the connecting cable SCA 3045 and a suitable adapter from the SCA 3002 system and connect to the camera. Lightly touch the camera's shutter release so that data can be exchanged between the camera and the flash unit. Continue depressing the "Mode" key until the required flash mode is given on the indicator window (see subsequent Table). Set the setting mark "M" or manual partial light output (M1/2 - M1/4 ­ M1/8 ­ M1/16 ­ M1/32) with the setting mark of the selector disk on the flash unit. [. . . ] 400 with Power Pack P76 (all at full light output) Recycling time: * approx. With Power Pack P50 / P76 (all at full light output) Flash coverage Main reflector, as of 35 mm (35 mm format) . with wide angle diffuser , as of 28 mm (35 mm format) Secondary reflector , as of 35 mm (35 mm format) Swivelling ranges and locking positions of main reflector upwards 15° 30° 45° 60° 75° 90° counter-clockwise 90° 180° clockwise 90° 180° Dimensions approx. In mm (w x h x d) Flash unit 92 x 247 x 102 Weight: Flash unit without power sources: approx. [. . . ]