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MAXXUM FLASH 2500
User Manual
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Konica Minolta MAXXUM FLASH 2500, PROGRAM FLASH 2500 User Manual

PROGRAM FLASH MAXXUM FLASH
2500 (D
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.
WARNING
Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.
• Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.
• Do not charge alkaline or lithium batteries.
• When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
•Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.
• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched.
• Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts.
• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.
•Do not expose this product to liquids or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.
• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself, as batteries become hot with use. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.
•Take the product to a Konica Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
CAUTION
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.
• Burns may result if the batteries are removed immediately after prolonged or heavy flash use. Wait for the batteries to cool.
This flash unit is designed and manufactured solely for use with the Konica Minolta Maxxum/Dynax series cameras and DiMAGE series digital cameras. It cannot be attached to other Konica Minolta cameras. Performance when used with cameras from other manufacturers cannot be guaranteed. Konica Minolta takes no responsibility for accidents or malfunctions due to use with those cameras.
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CONTENTS
NAMES OF PARTS .................................................................................6
BASIC OPERATION
INSTALLING BATTERIES .....................................................................10
GETTING STARTED .............................................................................12
Mounting the flash........................................................................12
Removing the flash ......................................................................12
Turning the flash on .....................................................................12
Auto Power Off.............................................................................12
Metering-mode switch..................................................................13
About film use (Maxxum/Dynax cameras) ...................................13
P MODE FLASH: THE BASICS ............................................................14
With Maxxum/Dynax series cameras ..........................................14
With DiMAGE series digital cameras...........................................17
EXPOSURE MODES ............................................................................20
A Mode Flash ..............................................................................20
S Mode Flash ..............................................................................20
M Mode Flash .............................................................................21
Flash Sync Speed........................................................................21
ADVANCED OPERATION
BOUNCE FLASH...................................................................................23
AF ILLUMINATOR .................................................................................26
OFF-CAMERA CABLES........................................................................27
Flash-Ratio Control (Varying the intensity of individual flash) .....28
APPENDIX
COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER PRODUCTS.......................................30
CAUTIONS WHILE HANDLING ............................................................32
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................34
Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta product. Please take time to read through the instruction manual so you may enjoy all the features of your new flash unit.
This manual covers the operation of PROGRAM/MAXXUM FLASH 2500HS(D) with the following cameras:
Maxxum
9, 7, 800si, 700si, 600si, 400si, 300si, XTsi, HTsi, STsi, QTsi, 3, 4, 5
Dynax
9, 7, 800si, 700si, 600si, 505si, 505si Super, 500si, 500si Super, 404si, 303si, 300si, 3L, 3, 5
DiMAGE
A1, A2, Z1, Z2, 7Hi, 7i, 7, 5
When using another Maxxum, Dynax series 35mm camera, a Vectis series APS camera, or a Dimâge series digital camera, refer to “Compatibility with Other Products” section on page 30 while read the main section of this manual.
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NAMES OF PARTS
Switch up - ADI
flash metering Switch down - TTL flash metering
Main switch (12)
Ready lamp (11, 15, 18) Glows steadily when the flash is ready to fire. Blinks when the correct flash exposure was made. Turns off when the flash is charging.
Figures in parenthesis refer to the page number of relevant sections.
Mounting-foot-release button (12)
Mounting foot (12)
Flashtube
AF illuminator (26)
Autoflash lamp (14) Glows to indicate autoflash is active. Turns off when using fill­flash.
BASIC OPERATION
The section covers how to prepare the flash for use as well as the basic flash operation.
Metering-mode switch (13, 14, 17)
Battery-chamber door (10)
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INSTALLING BATTERIES
When the flash is charged and ready, the ready lamp at the rear of the unit glows.
When the flash charging time exceeds 30 seconds, replace the batteries.
BATTERIES
The 2500 (D) may be powered by :
• Four AA-size alkaline batteries
• Four AA-size lithium batteries
• Four AA-size rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries
Only charge nickel-metal hydride batteries in an appropriate charger unit.
1. Open the battery-chamber door as shown.
3. Close the battery-chamber door.
2. Insert the batteries as shown in the diagram in the battery chamber.
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