i-TTL AUTO FLASH FOR NIKON™
PT-DFLEXT1N
USER GUIDE
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT ANY DAMAGE.
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW PRODUCT,
Contents
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Setting up your flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Using your flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Legal notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
One-year limited warranty - Platinum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
PT-DFLEXT1N
i-TTL Auto Flash for Nikon
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Back view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
LCD panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Attaching and removing the flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Turning on the flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using Auto Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Fully automatic flash shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using i-TTL autoflash in the shooting modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using the Flash Value Lock (FV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the High-speed Sync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Using bounce flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Creating a catchlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using ZOOM to set the flash coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Using manual flash (M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using stroboscopic (multi) flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using second-curtain sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Using S1/S2 slave triggering mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting custom functions (C.Fn) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Platinum product. Your
PT-DFLEXT1N auto flash represents the state-of-the-art in automatic electronic flash
design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
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Important safety instructions
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus in the water.
6 Clean only with a dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not store near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
11 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this device to rain,
moisture, dripping, or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on it.
Features
Package contents
•i-TTL Auto Flash
•Mini stand
•Protective carrying bag
•User Guide
•Quick Start Guide
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Front view
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# Item Description
1 AF-assist beam emitter Projects a red light beam to help the camera focus in darker settings.
2 Optic slave sensor Detects light from a camera’s built-in flash or other flash source to trigger the flash.
3 External power port Plug an external high-power battery pack or other external power supply into this socket
4 Power port cover Covers and protects the external power port.
5 Mounting foot Connect to the camera’s hot shoe to mount and connect the flash on the camera.
6 Built-in wide angle panel
and white reflector card
7 Flash head Provides the light (flash) for the photograph.
8 Tripod mount socket Use with the flash in slave mode to mount the flash to a tripod or similar device.
9 PC sync terminal cover Covers the PC sync terminal.
10 PC sync terminal Connect a PC sync cord (not included) to this jack to control the flash remotely.
11 Locking knob Tighten this knob to secure the flash to the camera.
12 Contacts Provides electrical contact to a camera’s hot shoe.
to supplement the flash’s internal batteries. Can also be used instead of the internal
batteries.
Use the wide angle lens to spread the flash light over a wider angle or to reduce its direct
intensity. Pull out the white reflector card with the flash head pointed up to create a more
diffused light and a catchlight in a subjetc's eye for portrait shots. See “Creating a
catchlight” on page 15.
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Back view
# Item Description
1 Bounce angle indicator Indicates the angle of head tilt, when used for bounce flash. See “Using bounce flash” on
2 LCD panel Displays setting and status information. See “LCD panel” on page 6.
3 ZOOM button Press to zoom the flash head out or in. See “Using ZOOM to set the flash coverage
4 MODE button Press to change the flash mode. See “Using i-TTL autoflash in the shooting modes” on page
5 Press once to light the panel.
6 / Press to select the previous or next item. Also press to decrease or increase the setting.
7 button Press to set or select an option after it has been selected.
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9 Battery compartment cover Slide open to install or replace the batteries.
10 Flash-ready indicator/TEST
11 Power switch Slide to the right to turn the flash on. Slide to the left to turn the flash off.
button Press to set the S1 or S2 slave triggering mode. See “Using S1/S2 slave triggering mode ” on
button
page 15.
page 16.
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Press and hold to access custom functions. See “Setting custom functions (C.Fn)
page 22
page 21.
Lights red when the flash is ready to use. Press to fire a test flash.
Caution: Do not look closely at the flash window or point it at someone’s eyes at close
range.
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1 M/Multi Indicates whether manual (M) or multi- flash (Multi) is selected.
2 TTL Indicates that the flash is in i-TTL mode.
3 Indicates that the high speed sync (FP flash) is enabled.
4 Indicates that the second-cur tain sync is enabled.
5 X/XXX Indicates the manual flash output le vel.
6 XX+XX Hz • Multi-flash count indicator.
7 S1 Indicates that the S1 slave triggering mode is enabled.
8 S2 Indicates that the S2 slave triggering mode is enabled.
9 Lights if the battery is low. Immediately replace the batteries.
10 Meters scale Indicates the flash distance range of the current setting, in meters.
11 Flash range scale Indicates the current flash range.
12 (manual zoom) Indicates that the zoom must be set manually.
13 Zoom focal length Indicates the current zoom setting of the flash. Matches the lens fo cal length setting in iTTL
14 Aperture Indicates the current aperture setting of the camera.
15 Feet scale Indicates the flash distance range of the current setting, in feet.
• Multi-flash frequency indicator.
• Manual flash output indicator in 1/3 stop increments.
• FEC - Flash exposure compensation indicator.
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Setting up your flash
Installing the batteries
Cautions
• Using AA batteries othe r than Alkaline or NiMH may
cause improper battery contact due to the irregular
shape of the battery contacts.
• If you change the batteries after firing many flashes
continuously, be aware that the batteries might be hot.
Notes
• Replace all four at one time.
• Make sure all four batteries are the same brand and type.
• Batteries are not included with this flash.
1 Open the battery compartment cover by pressing it with your thumb, sliding
the compartment down, then lifting it open.
2 Insert four (4) AA batteries (not included), making sure to match the + and –
symbols.
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3 Close the battery compartment cover and slide it into place.
Attaching and removing the flash
1 Turn the camera and the flash off.
2 With the flash facing toward the front of the camera, slide the flash’s mounting
foot all the way into the camera’s hot shoe.
3 Rotate the locking knob on the mounting foot until it’s tight. Do not
overtighten.
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4 Make sure that the camera and flash are turned off, then remove the flash from
the camera by loosening the locking knob and sliding it off of the camera’s hot
shoe.
Turning on the flash
1 Slide the power switch to ON. The flash begins charging. The flash zoom
mechanism also resets. This generates some movement sounds and is normal.
Note
If the battery icon blinks on the LCD panel, the battery
power is low and the flash stops charging. Change the batteries
immediately.
2 When the flash-ready indicator turns red, the camera flash is fully charged and
ready for firing.
Note
To test the flash, press the TEST button.
Caution
Do not look closely at the flash window or point it at someone’s
eyes at close range.
Using Auto Power Off
To save battery power, if the flash is not used for 90 seconds the power turns off
automatically when attached to a camera or mounted on its stand or a tripod. When
the flash is in S1/S2 slave triggering mode, the flash enters sleep mode after 30 to 60
minutes (adjustable). To turn the flash on again, press the camera’s shutter button
halfway, or press the flash’s TEST button.
Caution
When the power switch is set to ON and the flash power has
automatically turned off, power is still being consumed.
Long-term power discharge damages batteries, so make sure to
slide the power switch to OFF if the flash will not be used for an
extended period.
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Using your flash
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Fully automatic flash shooting
Setting the camera's shooting mode to P (Program AE) or AUTO (Full Auto) makes
automatic shooting as easy as normal AE shooting.
1 Set the flash to i-TTL auto flash mode by pressing the MODE button
repeatedly until “TTL” is displayed on the LCD panel.
2 To focus the camera, press the shutter button halfway. The shutter speed and
aperture are displayed in the camera’s viewfinder. Make sure that the icon is
shown in the camera’s viewfinder.
3 Make sure that the subject is within the effective range (indicated by the
lighted bars on the flash range scale) displayed on the flash LCD panel.
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Before the shot is recorded by the camera, the flash fires a pre-flash. This is
immediately followed by the main flash.
Note
“TTL” is displayed on the LCD panel even if the camera is
compatible with i-TTL.
i-TTL AUTO FLASH FOR NIKON™
Using i-TTL autoflash in the shooting modes
Set the camera’s shooting mode to S (shutter-priority AE), A (aperture-priority AE), or
M (manual) to use i-TTL autoflash.
Mode Description
S Select this mode when you want to set the shutter speed manually.
The camera automatically sets the aperture, matching the shutter speed, to obtain a
standard expo sure.
A Select this mode when you want to set the aperture manually.
The camera automatically sets the shutter speed, matching the aperture, to obtain a
standard expo sure.
If th e backg round i s dark ( like a n ight sc ene), a slow sy nc spe ed is us ed to ob tain a standa rd
exposure of both the main subject and background.
Standard exposure of the main subject is obtained with the flash, while a standard
exposure of the background is obtained with a slow shutter speed.
Note: Since a slow shutter speed is used for low-light scenes, use of a tripod is
recom mended.
M Select this mode if you want to set both the shutter speed and aperture
manually.
Standard exposure of the main subject is obtained with the flash. The exposure of the
background is obtained with the shutter speed and aperture combination you set.
Mode Shutter Speed Setting Aperture Setting
AUTO Automatic Automatic
P Set automatically (1/60s - 1/Xs*) Automatic
S Set Manually (30s - 1/Xs*) Automatic
A Set automatically (30s - 1/Xs*) Manual
M Set manually (bulb 30s - 1/Xs*) Manual
* 1/X seconds is the camera’s maximum flash sync speed.
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Using Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC)
Using FEC, this flash can adjust from -3 to +3 in 1/3rd stops. This is useful in situations
where minor adjustments of the TTL system are needed, based on the environment.
Notes
• The flash exposure compensation amount can only be set
in TTL mode.
• If the camera has also set the flash exposure
compensation amount, the final flash amount is
determined by the common effects of the two amounts.
1 Set the flash to i-TTL auto flash mode by pressing the MODE button
repeatedly until “TTL” is displayed on the flash LCD panel.
2 Press the SET button. The flash exposure compensation number blinks on the
flash LCD panel.
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4 Press the SET button again to confirm the setting. The flash exposure
compensation number stops blinking.
5 To cancel flash exposure compensation, set the number to “+0.0”. The number
stops blinking on the LCD panel.
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Using the Flash Value Lock (FV)
The FV (flash value) lock locks the correct flash exposure setting into the flash for any
part of the scene you select.
1 Set the flash to i-TTL auto flash mode by pressing the MODE button
repeatedly until “TTL” is displayed on the flash LCD panel.
2 Focus on the subject.
3 Place the selected subject in the center of the viewfinder, then press the FV
button on the camera. The camera flash fires a preflash and the required flash
output for the subject is retained in memory.
Each time you press the FV button, a preflash is fired, a new flash exposure
setting is locked into memory, and the FV lock icon is displayed in the
camera’s viewfinder.
Notes
• If the i-TTL mode is not selected, the FV lock cannot be
set.
• If the subject is too small, FV lock might not be very
effective.
•The FV button is on the camera. The FV button position
may vary based on different Nikon camera models.
Please refer to the instruction manual of your Nikon
camera model.
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Using the High-speed Sync
By using the high-speed sync (FP flash), the flash can synchronize with all shutter
speeds. This is convenient when you want to use aperture priority for fill-flash
portraits.
High Speed Sync is automatically enabled when:
• the flash is in TTL or M mode,
• the camera is in A, S, P, or M mode,
• and the camera's flash setting menu is set to "1/250S (Auto FP)" or "1/320S
(Auto FP)".
1 Set the flash sync speed to 1/320s (Auto FP) or 1/250s (Auto FP) in the
camera's flash setting menu, then press the shutter button halfway. The
high-speed sync icon is displayed on the flash LCD panel.
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2 Turn the camera’s command dial to set the shutter speed to 1/250s or faster. To
make sure that the FP flash function works properly, check the shutter speed
in the camera’s viewfinder. If it shows a speed of 1/250s or faster, the FP flash
function is enabled.
Notes
• If you set the shutter speed to 1/320s (Auto FP) or 1/250s
(Auto FP) in the Nikon camera setting, is displayed
in the flash LCD panel regardless of the actual shutter
speed.
• With high-speed sync, the faster the shutter speed, the
shorter the effective flash range.
• To return to normal flash, set the flash sync speed to
something other than Auto FP. The icon disappears
when you press the shutter halfway.
• Multi flash mode cannot be set in high-speed sync mode.
• Over-temperature protection may be activated after 15
consecutive high-speed sync flashes.
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Using bounce flash
By pointing the flash head toward a wall or ceiling, the flash bounces off of the
surface before illuminating the subject. This can soften shadows behind the subject
for a more natural-looking shot. This is called bounce flash.
• Hold the flash head and turn it to the angle you want.
Notes
• If the wall or ceiling is too far away, the bounced flash
might be too weak and may result in underexposure.
• The wall or ceiling should be a plain, white color for high
reflectance. If the bounce surface is not white, the
surface color may affect the picture.
Creating a catchlight
With the white reflector card you can create a catchlight (a light source that causes a
specular highlight) in the subject’s eyes to add life to their facial expression.
1 Point the flash head upward 90°.
2 Pull out the wide angle panel on the front of the flash head. The white
reflector card comes out at the same time.
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3 Push the wide angle panel back in, leaving the white reflector card out.
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4 Hold the flash head and turn it to the angle you want.
Notes
• The catchlight does not appear in the subject’s eyes if you
swing the flash head l eft or right.
• For maximum catchlight effect, stay approximately 4.9 ft
(1.5 m) away from the subject.
Using ZOOM to set the flash coverage
The flash coverage can be set, automatically or manually, to match the lens focal
length from 24 mm to 105 mm. Also, with the built-in wide angle panel, the flash
coverage can be expanded for 14 mm wide-angle lenses.
1 Set your camera to manual zoom. (manual zoom) appears on the flash LCD
panel.
2 Press the ZOOM button until the Zoom value blinks on the LCD panel.
3 Press the - or + buttons to change the flash coverage. If manual zoom is not
turned on, the flash coverage is set automatically.
Notes
• If you set the flash coverage manually, make sure that it
covers the lens focal length so that the picture does not
have a dark periphery.
• If you use a commercially-available PC sync cord to
connect the camera to the flash’s PC sync terminal, set
the flash zoom manually.
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Using the wide angle panel
Use the wide angle panel to spread light over a wider angle or to reduce its intensity.
1 Pull out the wide angle panel on the front of the flash head. The white
reflector card comes out at the same time.
2 Push the white reflector card back in, leaving the wide angle panel out.
3 Pivot the wide angle panel down over the flash head. The flash coverage is
extended to 14 mm.
Notes
• If you use bounce flash with the wide angle panel in
place, the subject is illuminated by both the bounce flash
and direct flash, which may look unnatural.
• Pull out the wide angle panel gently. Using excessive
force may detach the wide angle panel from the flash
head.
•The ZOOM button does not work with the wide angle
panel in place.
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Using manual flash (M)
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The flash output is adjustable from full power to 1/128th power in 1/3rd step
increments. Use a hand-held flash meter to determine the required flash output to
obtain a correct flash exposure when using manual flash.
1 Press the MODE button repeatedly until the M is displayed on the LCD panel.
2 Press the SET button to set the flash output. The flash output blinks on the
LCD panel.
3 Press the - button to set a lower value, or the + button to set a higher value.
4 Press the SET button again to lock the settings.
5 Press the shutter button halfway to see the effective flash range displayed.
Using stroboscopic (multi) flash
Using stroboscopic flash, a rapid series of flashes is fired. This can be used to capture
multiple images of a moving subject in a single photograph.
You can set the firing frequency (number of flashes per second, expressed as Hz), the
number of flashes, and the flash output.
1 Press the MODE button repeatedly until “Multi” is displayed on the flash LCD
panel.
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2 Press the SET button to select the first item. The flash repeat rate or frequency
(the number of flashes per second) blinks on the LCD panel.
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3 To set the multi-flash count (the number of flash actuations), press the - or + to
select the number of flashes.
4 Press the SET button. The next item to be set (the flash power level) starts
blinking.
5 To set the flash power level, press the - or + to select the power level.
6 Press the SET button. You can select 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, or 1/128.
Calculating the shutter speed
During stroboscopic flash, the shutter remains open until the firing stops. Use the
formula below to calculate the shutter speed and set it with the camera.
Number of flashes / Firing frequency = Shutter speed
For example, if the number of flashes is 10 and the firing frequency is 5 Hz, the
shutter speed should be at least 2 seconds.
Caution
To avoid overheating and damaging the flash head, do not use
stroboscopic flash more than 10 times in succession. After 10
times, allow the camera flash to rest for at least 15 minutes. If
you try to use the stroboscopic flash mode more than 10 times in
succession, the firing might stop automatically to protect the
flash head. If this happens, allow the camera flash to rest for at
least 15 minutes.
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Notes
• Stroboscopic flash is most effective with a highly
reflective subject against a dark background.
• Use of a tripod, a remote switch, and an external power
source is recommended.
• A flash output of 1/1 or 1/2 cannot be set for
stroboscopic flash.
• Stroboscopic flash can be used with bulb mode on the
camera.
Maximum stroboscopic flashes
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9 Hz 3 5 10 22 32 32
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Using second-curtain sync
With second-curtain sync, using a slow shutter speed, you can create a light train
following the subject, in which the flash fires right before the shutter closes.
• Set the camera to Rear mode and press the shutter button halfway. The flash
LCD panel shows the second curtain sync icon .
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• Second-curtain sync works well in the camera's "bulb"
mode.
• With i-TTL, two flashes are fired even at slow shutter
speeds. The first flash is only the preflash, not a
malfunction.
• Stroboscopic flash cannot be set.
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Using S1/S2 slave triggering mode
This flash unit supports slave triggering mode. To enter S1/S2 mode from the main
mode, press and hold the button until S1 displays. If you are in S1 mode, press
the button to enter S2 mode. If you are in S2 mode, press the button to
return to master mode. S2 disappears from the LCD panel.
The flash output setting in slave triggering mode is the same as that in manual
mode. After pressing the SET button, the flash output blinks. Press the - button or +
button to set a value.
You can use your mini stand to set the flash away from the camera in S1 or S2 slave
trigger mode.
1 Slide the flash hot shoe onto the mini stand.
2 Rotate the locking knob on the mounting foot until it’s tight. Do not
overtighten.
3 Place the flash in the location you want.
S1 slave triggering mode
In this mode, the flash unit functions as a slave flash for creating multiple lighting
effects. It should be used in manual flash mode. In S1 mode, the flash unit fires at the
same time as the master flash.
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S2 slave triggering mode
This mode is also called “Preflash Cancel.” In this mode, the flash unit ignores a single
“preflash” from the master flash and only fires in response to the second, actual flash
from the master. Therefore, this mode can be used when using a TTL master flash on
the camera.
Notes
• Slave triggering modes are not suppor ted when “red-eye
reduction” function is initiated by the master flash
(either camera pop-up flash or external on-camera
flash) and when the master flash uses the modeling
flash function.
• In either slave triggering mode the flash output level is
only manually adjustable.
• In either slave triggering mode neither TTL flash nor
Multi flash is available.
• If the flash is set to S1/S2 slave triggering mode and
attached to the camera, it changes to master mode (TTL
mode) automatically when the shutter button i s pressed
halfway.
Setting custom functions (C.Fn)
The following table lists the custom functions of this flash.
C.Fn - Custom Functions
Custom function
No.
C.Fn-00 Auto power off
C.Fn-01 AF assist
C.Fn-02
C.Fn-03
C. Fn-04
Function Setting No. Settings and
0Enabled
1 Disabled
0Enabled
1 Disabled
Slave auto power off
timer
Slave auto power off
cancel
Tes t fir in g wi th
autoflash
0 60 minutes
1 30 Minutes
0 Within 8 hours
1 Within 1 hour
01/32
1 Full output
Description
Supported?
YES
YES
YES
No
No
1 To access the Custom Functions Menu on the flash, press the button for
two seconds or longer until Fn is displayed on the LCD panel.
2 Press the - or + button to select the custom function number you want.
3 Press the SET button. When the setting blinks, press the - or + button to select
the setting you want.
4 Press the SET button to confirm the settings, then press the MODE button to
exit. The flash is ready to operate.
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Over-Temperature Protection
• To avoid overheating and damaging the flash head, allow the camera to rest
after 20 continuous flashes.
• If you fire too many flashes, the inner over-temperature protection function
may be activated and make the recycling time about 10 to 15 seconds. If this
occurs, allow a rest time of about 10 minutes, and the flash unit returns to
normal.
Error codes
The flash has a built-in protection mechanism in case of a failure. These are shown
on the display according to the following error codes:
LCD panel Meaning
E1 A failure occured in the recharging system and the flash cannot fire.
Turn the flash power switch OFF, then ON again. If the problem persists, it will require service.
E2 The system is too hot. Allow a rest time of 10 minutes.
E3 The flash tube voltage is too high. Service is required.
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The flash does not
charge
The flash does not fire • Make sure that the flash's mounting foot is securely connected to the camera's hot shoe.
The power turns off by
itself
Auto zoom does not
work
The picture is
underexposed or
overexposed
Photos have dark
corners or only parts of
the target subject are
illuminated
• Make sure that the batteries are installed in the correct direction.
• If appears and blinks on the LCD panel, replace the batteries immediately.
• Install the batteries even when using an external power source.
• Wait until the flash is fully charged and the flash ready indicator lights red.
• Make sure that the electrical contacts on the mounting foot and hot shoe are clean.
• If the flash is in slave mode and not mounted on the camera, make sure that the camera's
flash is on and active.
• If the flash ready indicator does not light, replace the batteries.
• If appears and blinks on the LCD panel, replace the batteries immediately.
• When the flash is set as the master unit, the flash enters sleep mode after 90 seconds of
inactivity. Press the shutter button halfway or press the TEST button to wake it up.
• When the flash is set as the slave unit, the flash enters sleep mode after 30 minutes of
inactivity. Press the TEST button to wake it up.
• Make sure that the flash is not set to manual zoom mode.
• Make sure that the flash's mounting foot is securely connected to the camera's hot shoe.
• If appears and blinks on the LCD panel, replace the batteries immediately.
• If there is a highly reflective object (such as glass or a mirror) in the picture, use the FE lock.
• If you are using the high-speed sync, make sure that the subject is within the effective
flash range displayed.
• If you are using Manual Flash mode, set the flash to TTL or modify the flash output. Be sure
the flash exposure compensation is set to zero.
• Check the flash coverage you set. This flash unit has flash coverage between 24 and
105 mm (lens focal length), which fits medium-format cameras. Pull the wide panel out
to extend the flash coverage.
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Compatible cameras Nikon DSLR cameras (i-TTL autoflash), including D80, D90, D800, D700, D7100, D7000, D5200,
Guide No. 58/190 (at 105 mm focal length, ISO 100 in meters/feet)
Flash coverage 24-105 mm (14 mm with wide angle panel)
Flash duration 1.2ms or shorter
D5100, D5000, D300, D300S, D3200, D3100, D3000, D200, D70S
-Auto zoom (flash coverage set automatically to match the lens focal length an d image size)
-Manual zoom
-Rotating /tilting flash head, 0°-270° horizontally and -10°-90° vertically (bounce flash)
EXPOSURE CONTROL
Exposure control system i-TTL autoflash, manual flash
Flash Expo sure
Compensation (FEC)
FV lock Via FV button on camera
Sync mode High-speed sync (up to 1/8000 seconds),
Stroboscopic flash 1-90 Hz
Optic slave triggering S1 and S2
Manual. ±3 steps in 1/3 step increments
first-curtain sync, and second- curtain sync
FLASH RECYCLING
(WITH AA ALKALINE
BATTERIES)
Recycling time Normal flash approximately 0.1-5 seconds
Flash-ready indicator Red indicator light
AF - ASSIST BEAM
Effective range (approx.) 2.3-20 ft. (0.7-6 m)
POWER SOURCE
Internal power 4 AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries
Battery life (approx. flash
count)
Power saving Powers off after about 1.5 min. of no activity
COLOR TEMPERATURE
DIMENSIONS (HxWxD)
WEIGHT
100-700 flashes (with AA alkaline batteries)
5600±200k
4.4 × 3.3 × 6.1 in. (112 × 83 × 154 mm)
13.9 oz. (395 g) (flash only, excluding batteries)
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Guide No. (at ISO 100, in meters/feet)
Normal flash
(full output)
15/
49.2
28/
91.9
30/
98.4
Manual Flash
Flash output Flash coverage (focal length in mm)
14 24 28 35 50 70 80 105
1/1 15/
1/2 10.5/
1/4 7.5/
1/8 5.3/
1/16 3.8/
1/32 2.7/
1/64 1.9/
1/128 1.3/
49.2
34.8
24.5
17.4
12.57/23
8.9
6.2
4.3
28/
30/
91.9
98.4
19.8/6521.2/
69.6
14/
15/
45.9
29.2
9.9/
10.6/
32.5
34.6
7.5/
24.6
5.3/
4.9/
17.4
16.1
3.5/
3.8/
11.5
12.5
2.5/
2.7/
8.2
8.9
i-TTL AUTO FLASH FOR NIKON™
42/
50/
164
53/
173.9
35.4/
116.1
25/8226.5/
17.7/
58.1
8.8/
28.9
6.3/
20.7
4.4/
14.4
53/
173.9
58/
190.3
37.5/
121
86.9
18.7/
61.4
43.6
9.4/
30.8
6.6/
21.7
4.7/
15.4
137.8
42/
50/
137.8
164
27.6/
29.7/
90.7
97.4
19.5/6421/
68.9
13.7/
14.8/
45.2
48.6
9.7/3210.5/3412.5/4113.3/
6.9/
7.4/
22.7
24.3
4.9/165.3/
17.4
3.5/
3.7/
11.4
12.1
58/
190.3
15/
49.2
41/
134.5
29/
95.1
20.5/
67.3
14.5/
47.6
10.3/
33.8
7.3/
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5.1/
16.7
Legal notices
FCC Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product 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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 receiver.
• Connect the equipment into 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.
FCC warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC
Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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One-year limited warranty - Platinum
Definitions:
The Distributor* of Platinum branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new
Platinum-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original
manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase
of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
For this warranty to apply, your Product must be purchased in the United States or Canada from a Best
Buy brand or Future Shop brand retail store location or www.bestbuy.com or www.bestbuy.ca or
www.futureshop.ca that are packaged with this warranty statement.
How long does the coverage last?
The Warranty Period lasts for 1 year (365 days) from the date you purchased the Product. Your purchase
date is printed on the receipt you received with the Product.
What does this warranty cover?
During the Warranty Period, if the original manufacture of the material or workmanship of the Product is
determined to be defective by an authorized Platinum repair center or store personnel, Platinum will (at
its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge
with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty
become the property of Platinum and are not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required
after the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges. This warranty lasts as long as
you own your Platinum Product during the Warranty Period. Warranty coverage terminates if you sell or
otherwise transfer the Product.
How to obtain warranty service?
If you purchased the Product at a Best Buy or Future Shop retail store location, please take your original
receipt and the Product to any Best Buy or Future Shop store. Make sure that you place the Product in its
original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original packaging. If
you purchased the Product from a Best Buy or Future Shop online web site (www.bestbuy.com,
www.bestbuy.ca, or www.futureshop.ca), mail your original receipt and the Product to the address listed
on the web site. Make sure that you put the Product in its original packaging or packaging that provides
the same amount of protection as the original packaging.
To obtain warranty service, in the United States call 1-888-BESTBUY, Canada call 1-866-BESTBUY for Future
Shop call 1-800-663-2275. Call agents may diagnose and correct the issue over the phone.
Where is the warranty valid?
This warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada at Best Buy or Future Shop branded retail
stores or websites to the original purchaser of the product in the county where the original purchase was
made.
What does the warranty not cover?
This warranty does not cover:
•
Customer instruction/education
•
Installation
•
Set up adjustments
•
Cosmetic damage
•
Damage due to acts of God, such as power surges
•
Accident(s)
•
Misuse
•Abuse
•Negligence
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• Commercial purposes/use, including but not limited to use in a place of business or in communal areas
of a multiple dwelling condominium or apartment complex, or otherwise used in a place of other than
a private home.
• Modification of any part of the Product, including the antenna
• Display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for lengthy periods (burn-in).
• Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance
• Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply
• Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Platinum to service the Product
• Products sold “as is” or “with all faults”
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• Products where the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed
• Loss or Theft of this product or any part of the product
• Display panels containing up to three (3) pixel failures (dots that are dark or incorrectly illuminated)
grouped in an area smaller than one tenth (1/10) of the display size or up to five (5) pixel failures
throughout the display. (Pixel based displays may contain a limited number of pixels that may not
function normally.)
• Failures or Damage caused by any contact including but not limited to liquids, gels or pastes.
REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH
OF WARRANTY. PLATINUM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
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NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
Contact Platinum:
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