Thank you for purchasing the Auto-flash AF540FGZ II/
AF360FGZ
II.
In addition to easy daylight sync photography with P-TTL auto,
the AF540FGZ II/AF360FGZ II also allows wireless P-TTL
auto photography and high-speed sync in combination with a
digital single lens reflex camera or lens-interchangeable single
lens digital camera.
Please read this operating manual before using this flash unit.
This operating manual applies to AF540FGZ
AF360FGZ
II.
II and
The illustrations used in this operating manual are those of
AF540FGZ II.
For Use with the Following Models:
645D, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5, K-30, K-50, K-500, and K-r
When using the flash unit with the models listed above, the camera’s
firmware needs to be updated to the latest version in order to use the
LED beam as the AF-assist spot beam. (Refer to page 71.) This
update corrects the focus position deviation caused by the difference in
wavelengths between the AF-assist spot beam of this flash unit and
existing flash units.
The LED beam cannot be used as the AF-assist spot beam when
using the flash unit with the digital single lens reflex cameras released
before the K-7 and K-x. Set OFF for AF Spot Beam (Sb) in the function
menu. (Refer to page 70.)
Although we have carefully designed this flash unit for safe
operation, please pay special attention to items marked with
the following symbols when using the flash unit.
WARNING
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injuries.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor
or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
The flash contains electronic circuits that operate at
high voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the flash
unit yourself, as there is danger of an electric shock.
If internal parts of the flash unit become exposed due to
impact, etc., do not touch them as there is danger of an
electric shock.
Do not expose the flash unit to water or moisture as
there is danger of an electric shock.
CAUTION
Do not use the flash and/or LED beam near a person’s
eyes, as it may hurt them. Be particularly careful when
using the flash around infants.
The following may lead to an explosion or fire.
● Shorting the batteries
● Exposing the batteries to flames
● Dismantling the batteries
● Remove the sticker covering the battery.
● Attempting to recharge non-rechargeable batteries
Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if
they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to
burn yourself during removal.
● Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol
or benzine to clean the flash unit.
● Avoid leaving the flash unit for extended period in places
where the humidity and temperature are very high such as
in a car.
● Be careful not to subject the flash unit to strong vibrations,
shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the flash unit
when carrying it in a motorcycle, car, boat, etc.
● The flash unit is designed to be water-proof and dustproof. However, do not use the flash unit where it may be
directly exposed to rain, water, etc.
● When using the flash unit off the camera, do not try to
attach any metallic object to the electric contacts or to
mount incompatible accessories. Otherwise, the P-TTL
auto mechanism may be damaged or rendered inoperable.
● Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in
order to maintain high performance. If the unit has not
been used for an extended period of time, or is being
readied for an important shoot, it is recommended that you
take a test flash with the test button and test shoot with it.
Test flash is also important to maintain optimum
performance.
● Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic
gases, salt, etc. When the flash unit is subjected to rain or
moisture, wipe it off with a dry cloth.
● When photographing black or white subjects, use
exposure compensation.
● The flash unit may become hot when discharges many
times in succession, resulting in damage or malfunction.
● Do not attach any accessories such as the hot shoe grip
which have the different number of electrical contacts.
● The hot shoe of the camera incorporates flash signal
contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion on the contacts may
cause a malfunction.
● We will not be held responsible for any accidents or
damage, etc. caused due to the use of this product with
cameras and accessories made by the other companies.
● The LED beam of the unit is to assist shooting with a
camera. Do not use the LED beam for other purposes.
● This flash unit uses four AA alkaline, lithium, or nickel
metal hydride batteries. Do not use any other types of
batteries. The flash unit may not be able to operate
correctly or demonstrate sufficient performance, or the
flash unit itself may generate heat, depending on the type
of batteries used.
● AA alkaline and lithium batteries themselves are not
rechargeable. Also, do not dismantle the batteries. Trying
to recharge or dismantle the batteries may cause an
explosion or leakage.
● When changing batteries, do not mix batteries of different
types or capacities, or from different manufacturers.
● Do not insert the batteries with the positive (+) and
negative (-) terminals the wrong way around. Incorrect
insertion may lead to an explosion or fire.
● Battery performance may temporarily be hindered in low
temperatures. Batteries should be kept warm in
temperatures below freezing for proper performance.
● If you do not intend to use the flash unit for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries. Leaving them in may
cause damage to the flash unit due to leakage etc.
● Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire.
Do not disassemble the batteries. The batteries could
explode or catch fire.
● Remove the batteries from the flash unit immediately if
they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn
yourself during removal.
This chapter explains about getting ready to take pictures after you purchase
the flash unit.
Be sure to read this chapter before you start taking pictures or operating the flash unit.
b Bounce lock release button
c Battery chamber cover
d Locking lever
e Flash signal contacts
f Wide-angle panel
g Flash head
h LED emitter
i Wireless slave sensor
j Shoe bracket
k Shoe lock pin
b バウンスロック解除ボタン
c 電池ぶた
d 締め付けノブ
e フラッシュ信号接点
f ワイドパネル板
g 発光部
h LED発光部
i ワイヤレス受光部
j シューブラケット
k シューロックピン
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Stand
スタンド
Opening of the stand
差し込み口
■ Major Bundled Items
1 Stand
2 Case
3 Operating manual (this manual)
4 Certification
Slide the hot shoe bracket into the opening of the stand.
• You cannot attach the off-camera shoe adapter F to the
bundled stand.
• When attaching the flash unit to the stand, do not tighten the
locking lever too far. Tightening too far may cause the locking
lever to not lock sufficiently when the flash unit is removed
from the stand and attached to the hot shoe of the camera.
8 Catchlight indicator
9 LED beam mode
0 Flash output compensation indicator: -4.0 to +2.0 levels,
(auto (A), 1/3, 1/2 step)
a Function menu indicator
b Flash frequency indicator
c Bounce flash indicator
d Flash output adjustment indicator: X / XXX
• In poorly lit locations where the LCD panel cannot be seen,
pressing the LCD panel illumination button () will
illuminate the LCD panel for about 10 seconds. Pressing it
again will turn off the illumination.
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8 キャッチライト設定表示
9 LED点灯モード
0 光量補正表示: -4.0~+2.0(オート(A)、1/3、1/2ステップ)
a ファンクションメニュー設定表示
b 発光周波数表示
c バウンス警告表示
d 発光量調節表示:×/×××
1 Slide the battery chamber cover as shown in the figure to
open.
2 Insert four AA batteries, making sure the plus/minus
markings (+, -) match the diagram inside the battery
chamber cover.
1.準備
電池の入れ方
1 図のように電池ぶたをスライドしてから(1)、電池ぶたを
上に開けます(2)。
2 4 本の単3形電池を電池室内の+-に合わせて入れ、電池ぶ
たを元のように閉じます。
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Types of Batteries
This flash unit uses four AA batteries of the same type, as
shown below.
- Alkaline battery (LR6)
1
- Lithium battery (FR6)
- Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH)
(Nickel manganese (Ni-Mn) and nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd)
batteries cannot be used.)
• For information about recycling times and total number of
flashes, refer to “Specifications” on page 83.
• If the indicators on the LCD panel or the Ready lamp does not
light up, the batteries may be exhausted or not inserted
correctly. Verify the orientation of the batteries or, if the
indicators and the Ready lamp still do not light up, replace
them with new batteries.
• If you let the flash unit discharge successively using lithium
batteries, the batteries will overheat, activating a safety circuit
that temporarily disables the flash unit. If this occurs, rest the
flash unit so that the temperature of the batteries returns to
normal.
• The blinking low battery indicator
shown in the illustration appears on
the LCD panel when the batteries are
exhausted. Replace all the four
batteries with new ones.
1 Remove the hot shoe cover from the camera.
2 Attach the flash unit to the camera.
1 Facing the LCD panel, turn the locking lever of the flash
unit to the left.
2 Slide the hot shoe bracket of the flash unit into the
camera’s hot shoe from the back of the camera forward.
3 Facing the LCD panel, turn the locking lever of the flash
unit to the right to lock it.
• When releasing the flash unit, be sure to face the LCD
panel and turn the locking lever to the left, then loosen
the shoe lock pin. Otherwise, the hot shoe will be
damaged.
• Do not hold the flash unit when attached to the camera.
Otherwise the camera may drop and be damaged.
1 Turn the camera on, then turn on the unit’s power switch
(ON).
• The Ready lamp will light up when the flash is charged.
2 Turn off the unit’s power switch (OFF).
• If charging time takes more than 20 seconds, the batteries
have been exhausted and should be replaced with new
batteries. If the flash unit is used with exhausted batteries,
the settings may return to their default configuration.
When the flash unit is left unused for about 3 minutes with the
power switch set to the (ON) position, it automatically switches
off to save the power.
1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Press and hold the function button ().
3 Rotate the adjustment dial to display PH on the LCD panel.
4 Press the setting button (SET) to blink PH1 or PH2.
PH1: Enables the auto power off function. (Default setting)
PH2: Disables the auto power off function.
5 Rotate the adjustment dial to select PH1 or PH2.
6 Press the setting button (SET) to complete the setting.
• To exit the function menu, press and hold the function
button ().
• Refer to “Using the Function Menu” (page 44) for details
on the function menu.
• In wireless mode, the power will turn off after about 1 hour
of non-operation (in SLAVE mode only).
Quick Power On Function
If the flash unit is mounted on autofocus cameras, press the
shutter release button half way down to turn on the power.
With the setting button (SET) and adjustment dial, you can
configure the settings of flash modes or LED beam mode, such
as flash output, etc. Refer to page 22 for each setting item, and
also “Using the Function Menu” (page 44) when using the
function menu.
1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Press the setting button (SET) to blink the number you want
to set.
3 Rotate the adjustment dial to set the blinking number.
Flash coverage angle of this flash unit can be adjusted to match
the angle of view of the lens being used, which enables effective
distribution of the flash light.
1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Press the zoom button (ZOOM) and set the zoom position
(flash coverage angle) to match the focal length of the lens
you are using.
If both the camera and lens are autofocus, you can
automatically set the flash coverage angle according to the
focal length of the lens by pressing the shutter release button of
1
the camera halfway down. The auto zoom function operates
while the exposure metering timer is operating (while
information is being displayed in the viewfinder).
1 If is displayed on the LCD panel, press the zoom button
(ZOOM) a number of times until disappears. Note that
auto zoom (Zoom) is set when you turn on the flash unit.
Manual Zoom (Zoom)
If one or both of the camera and lens are manual focus, you
must set the flash coverage angle manually.
1 Press the zoom button (ZOOM) to display , then press it
a number of times until the focal length, or wider, of the lens
being used is displayed on the LCD panel.
The zoom position is switched in the order shown in the
diagram on page 26.
• When the wide-angle panel is used, the zoom button (ZOOM)
will not work. (The wide-angle panel is in a slit on the top of
the flash head. Pull it out so that it covers the front of the flash
head.)
• In the auto zoom mode (Zoom), the flash coverage angle will
be adjusted automatically to suit the lens focal length when
you press the shutter release button halfway, and the camera
exposure metering timer is on.
• In the auto zoom mode (Zoom), if there is no lens focal length
information, the flash coverage angle will be set automatically
to 16 mm with K series (APS-C), 30 mm with 645D, or 4 mm
with Q series.
• When using the wide-angle panel, the angle will be fixed at 13
mm for K series (APS-C), 25 mm for 645D, or 3 mm for Q
series in both auto zoom mode (Zoom) and manual zoom
mode (Zoom).
• ワイドパネル使用時は、オートズーム(Zoom)、マニュアル
ズーム(Zoom)共に K シリーズ(APS-C)では13mm、645Dでは25mm、Qシリーズでは3mm に固定されます。
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2. Taking Pictures
2.撮影
Using the Flash Modes
This flash unit has the following flash modes. Select the mode
best suited for the subject.
P-TTL Auto Flash (P-TTL)
A pre-flash is discharged before the main flash so that the multi-
2
segment metering sensor can measure the subject’s distance,
brightness, brightness difference, backlit condition, etc. The
data obtained is incorporated to set the output of the main flash.
This mode obtains more accurate results than with the
conventional TTL mode. Refer to page 29 for instructions on
how to use this flash mode.
Manual Flash (M)
When the camera is set to manual exposure, manual flash can
be set to suit the subject distance and aperture. The manual
flash output can be set to 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/
128 or 1/256. Refer to page 31 for instructions on how to use
this flash mode.
Multi Flash (Multi)
A series of flashes can be discharged in a specified interval. The
flash output, number of flashes, and flash frequency can be set
respectively. Refer to page 33 for instructions on how to use this
flash mode.
Wireless Mode (P-TTL/Manual)
In wireless mode (P-TTL), you can take photographs with this
flash unit separated from the camera. If the camera is not
compatible with the wireless function, you can also take
photographs wirelessly in slave flash mode. (Refer to page 64.)
Refer to pages 34 and 50 for instructions on how to use wireless
mode.
• If necessary, an exposure compensation amount can be
set in the range of -4.0 to +2.0 by 1/3, or 1/2 step. (Refer
to page 20.)
• When the camera’s exposure mode is other than manual
(M), bulb (B) and flash X-sync speed (X), even if you set
the flash mode of this flash unit to manual (M), it will
automatically switch to P-TTL while the camera’s
2
exposure meter is operating (while information is being
displayed in the viewfinder). (With the 645D, if the
aperture of the lens is in a position other than A, the flash
4 Set the camera’s lens aperture according to the distance to
the subject.
Example:
If the flash zoom position is 34 mm, subject distance
(between this flash unit and subject) is 4 m, and sensitivity
is ISO 100, the calculation will be as follows:
2
1 With flash output (1/1), the Guide No. will be 45
* The numbers used in this example are for K series (APS-C).
• Refer to page 79 for the guide number table.
5 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range
and the Ready lamp is lit. Then take a picture.
4 撮影距離に合わせて、カメラのレンズの絞りを設定します。
例:ズーム位置=34mm、撮影距離=4m、
感度(ISO)= 100の場合
1 発光量(1/1)のとき、ガイドナンバー表より、ガイ
ドナンバー=45
2 絞り値==11.25→=約11
※ズーム位置やガイドナンバーの数値はKシリーズ(APS-
C)の場合の数値です。
• ガイドナンバー表は、79ページを参照してください。
ガイドナンバー 45
撮影距離 4m
5 充電完了ランプの点灯を確認して、撮影します。
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Multi flash
マルチ発光フラッシュ
2
■ Multi Flash
1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display Multi on the
LCD panel.
3 Blink the desired setting item from flash output, number of
flashes, and flash frequency, by pressing the setting button
(SET) repeatedly.
4 Rotate the adjustment dial to select number(s) and press the
setting button (SET) to complete the setting. Then take a
picture after confirming the Ready lamp is lit.
How to determine the shutter speed.
For Multi Flash shooting, the shutter needs to be open.
Calculate the shutter speed using the formula below, then
shoot with a slower shutter speed than calculated.
“Shutter speed = number of flashes / flash frequency”
This flash unit has the following sync modes. Select the mode
best suited for the subject.
Leading Curtain Sync Mode
This is the most commonly used sync mode. In this mode, the
flash is discharged at the instant the first shutter curtain
completes its travel. You can use this mode with the shutter
speed set to the X-sync speed or slower. Refer to page 38 for
this sync mode.
Trailing Curtain Sync Mode
In this sync mode, the flash is discharged at the instant the
second curtain begins its travel. This mode will freeze the
subject with a blur appearing after the subject under a slow
shutter speed condition. Refer to page 39 for this sync mode.
High-speed Sync Mode
This sync mode will enable flash synchronization with shutter
speeds faster than the X-sync speed. Since there is no sync
speed limitation, high-speed sync is effective for fill-flash in
daylight. Refer to page 40 for this sync mode.
Contrast Control Sync Mode
This sync mode enables you to photograph with multiple flash
units, utilizing the difference of the light intensity of each flash
unit to optimize the shadow of the subject. The ratio of flash light
intensity between the flash unit set to this sync mode and the
other flash unit is 1:2. Refer to page 42 for this sync mode.
Refer to page 37 for the features and conditions of use of
this sync mode.
• As the shutter speed becomes faster, the guide number
becomes smaller (as seen in page 80). Accordingly, it
should be noted that the distance for taking pictures would
become shorter.
1 Turn on the camera and set the exposure mode to a mode
other than the Programmed AE (P).
2 Attach the flash unit to the camera’s hot shoe and turn on
Refer to page 37 for the features and conditions of use of this
sync mode.
• Refer to “Connecting with the Extension Cord” on page 74
on using the flash unit detached from the camera.
1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Press the Sync button (SYNC) to switch to contrast control
sync mode ().
3 Set the zoom position (flash coverage angle).
• The setting method differs according to your camera and
lens. (Refer to page 23.)
• If this flash unit is set in contrast control sync mode and is
much closer to the subject than the flash unit to be used
in combination, use manual zoom (Zoom) to set the
zoom position to a shorter lens focal length.
4 Turn on the other flash unit to be used in combination.
• If the camera’s built-in flash unit is part of the combination,
pop up the built-in flash of the camera. In combination, the
flash output intensity ratio of the built-in flash and the unit
is 1:2. This means that the unit discharges at double the
intensity of the built-in flash.
5 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range
and the Ready lamp is lit. Then take a picture.
• If you are using a single flash unit, you can only perform
leading curtain sync photography even when you set
contrast control sync mode () by pressing the Sync
button (SYNC).
• If the condition for contrast control sync is not satisfied,
the leading curtain sync () blinks and the flash will be
set to leading curtain sync mode.
A catchlight is a reflection of light source (LED beam) in the
subject’s eyes. It usually appears as a white dot and makes the
human subject look more lively (only when combined with the
bounce flash).
AF Spot Beam
You can configure brightness of the AF spot beam.
Refer to page 70 for details on the AF spot beam.
LED Beam Mode
You can enable or disable the LED beam when taking pictures.
Channel
You can register channels for flash units to be synchronized
when in wireless mode.
Slave Mode
You can switch between wireless mode and slave flash mode.
Refer to page 64 for details on slave flash mode.
Flash Output Compensation
You can configure a step increment of flash output
compensation (EV).
Auto Power Off
You can enable or disable the auto power off function.
Refer to page 19 for details on the auto power off function.
LCD Panel Illumination
You can configure brightness of the LCD panel illumination.
Flash Range
You can select meters (m) or feet (ft) for the effective flash
range indicator.
Fn3: LED Beam Mode1zDischarges the flash with LED beam turned on when taking a picture.
Fn4: Channel1zChannel 1
Fn5: Slave Mode1zWhen taking pictures in wireless mode.
Fn6: Flash Output CompensationAzAuto (associates with the camera’s flash output compensation)
Fn7: Auto Power Off1zEnabled
Displayed
Symbol
Option
On
OFFzDisable the catchlight.
1/2Minimum brightness
OFFTurns off AF spot beam.
1/31/3 EV step
1/21/2 EV step
Default
Setting
Enable the catchlight when using the bounce flash ( is displayed
on the LCD panel.)
2
3Discharges the flash with LED beam turned off when taking a picture.
2Channel 2
3Channel 3
4Channel 4
2When taking pictures with slave flash (not using wireless function).
2Disabled
Does not discharge the flash with LED beam turned on when taking a
picture.
Description
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Function Menu
Fn8: LCD Panel IlluminationHIzThe backlight works in conjunction with the camera.
Fn9: Flash RangemzDisplays in meters (m).
Displayed
Symbol
Option
LoThe backlight works in conjunction with the camera.
OFF
Default
Setting
The backlight does not work in conjunction with the camera. (Press
the LCD panel illumination button to turn on the backlight.)
ftDisplays in feet (ft).
Description
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ファンクションメニュー一覧
ファンクションメニュー表示値初期値設定内容
Fn1:
キャッチライト(LED発光)
Fn2:
2
AF補助光
Fn3:
LED点灯中のフラッシュ撮
影
Fn4:
チャンネル
Fn5:
スレーブモード
Fn6:
光量補正ステップ
Fn7:
オートパワーオフ
On
OFF
1/1
1/2
OFF
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
1
2
A
1/3
1/2
1
2
バウンス時にキャッチライトを有効にする(表示パネルにが表示
されます)
○キャッチライトを無効にする
○明るさ強
明るさ弱
オフ
○LED点灯中のまま、フラッシュ発光で撮影する
LED点灯中のまま、フラッシュ発光はせず、撮影する
LEDを消灯し、フラッシュ発光で撮影する
○チャンネル1
チャンネル2
チャンネル3
チャンネル4
○ワイヤレスモードで撮影
スレーブ発光で撮影
○オート(カメラの露出設定ステップと連動)
1/3EVステップ
1/2EVステップ
○有効
無効
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ファンクションメニュー表示値初期値設定内容
Fn8:
LCDバックライト設定
Fn9:
距離単位
HI
Lo
OFF
m
ft
○バックライト明度高で、カメラと連動して発光する
バックライト明度低で、カメラと連動して発光する
バックライト明度低で、カメラと連動しない(バックライトボタン
で点灯)
○メートル
フィート
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Advanced Functions
■ Wireless Mode
In wireless mode (P-TTL), you can take photographs with this
flash unit separated from the camera wirelessly.
Combine the flash unit with the built-in flash unit of the camera,
or another flash unit (AF540FGZ
• AF360FGZ II can be used interchangeably with this flash unit
2
II) attached to the camera.
for wireless mode photography.
• Before photographing, check that SL1 is set in slave mode of
the function menu. (Refer to page 44, 66).
Notes on Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL Photography)
When using this flash unit in wireless mode, the following
information is transferred between the flash unit attached to the
camera and one separated from the camera, before these flash
units are discharged.
1 The shutter release button is fully pressed.
2 The flash attached to the camera emits a small control flash
(relays the flash mode of the camera).
3 The separated flash unit from the camera emits a pre-flash
4 The flash attached to the camera emits a small control flash
(relays the flash output amount to the separated flash unit).
• The flash attached to the camera will emit a pre-flash once
more after this to relay the flash duration time when highspeed sync mode is set.
5 The separated flash unit discharges the main flash. (Refer
to page 58 when you want both flash units to discharge main
flashes.)
• “Control flash” and “Main flash”
The purpose of the control flash in wireless mode is to
send information to the other flash unit before taking a
picture. The main flash discharges at the actual time a
picture is taken in the same manner as traditionally done.
• When setting up the flash unit separately from the
camera, use the off-camera shoe adapter F when using a
tripod, or the off-camera shoe clip CL-10 when setting up
in another location such as tabletop, chair, etc.
• Keep the built-in flash unit of the camera or this flash unit,
within approx. 4 meters of the subject.
• Refer to “Using the Function Menu” (page 44) for
details on the function menu.
7 Press and hold the function button () to complete
the setting.
8 Turn the camera on and press the shutter release button
halfway down. The channel is registered on the camera.
• SLAVE cannot be selected while the camera’s
exposure metering timer is on (while information
relating to aperture, etc., is displayed in the
viewfinder).
2 Remove the flash unit from the camera and place it in the
desired position.
• Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display P-TTL
on the LCD panel if the flash mode is set to the modes
other than P-TTL.
3 Enable the built-in flash unit of the camera and set the
camera’s flash mode to (WIRELESS).
4 Confirm that the flash unit and built-in flash unit of the
camera are fully charged, and take the photograph.
A lamp on the flash unit will blink.
• In P-TTL mode, flash output setting (1/1, 2/3, 1/2, and
1/3) and flash output compensation (-4.0 to +2.0) can be
adjusted. (Refer to page 20.)
• The flash mode on the camera must be set to
(WIRELESS), otherwise this flash unit will not discharge.
• By changing the camera’s function settings, you can set
the built-in flash unit so that it is not the main flash. Refer
to the operating manual of the camera for details.
6 Set the same channel (CH1 through CH4) of the flash
unit attached to the camera from the function menu.
• Refer to “Using the Function Menu” (page 44) for
details on the function menu.
7 Press and hold the function button () to complete
the setting.
• The two flash units must be set to the same channel,
otherwise the separated flash unit will not discharge.
3 Set the sync mode of the flash unit attached to the camera
to high-speed sync (), and that of the wireless flash
unit to leading curtain sync () by pressing the Sync
button (SYNC) of each flash unit.
4 Set the exposure mode of the camera to manual (M) and the
shutter speed faster than X-sync speed.
• If the shutter speed is the same or slower than the X-sync
speed of the camera, the flash will be set to P-TTL, and
when it is faster than X-sync speed, the flash will be set to
high-speed sync mode.
(Photographing)
5 Confirm that both flash units are fully charged, and take the
If the camera or a flash unit used in combination is not
compatible with wireless function, you can wirelessly take
photographs, using this flash unit separated from the camera in
slave flash mode, without connecting an extension cord. You
can take photographs in manual mode.
• Before photographing in slave flash mode, refer to
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“Precautions When Photographing with a Slave Flash”.
(Refer to page 75.)
• Set to SL2 in slave mode of the function menu. (Refer to
page 66.)
1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Set the zoom position (flash coverage angle) to suit the
subject by pressing the zoom button (ZOOM) and place the
flash unit in the desired location.
• When setting up the flash unit separately from the
camera, use the off-camera shoe adapter F when using a
tripod, or the off-camera shoe clip CL-10 when setting up
in another location such as tabletop, chair, etc.
3 Turn on the flash unit on the camera.
• If the camera’s built-in flash unit is part of the combination,
pop up the built-in flash unit of the camera.
• フラッシュをカメラから離して設置するとき、三脚を使
用する場合はオフカメラシューアダプター F を、テーブ
ルや椅子など任意の場所に設置する場合はオフカメラ
シュークリップCL-10を使用してください。
3 カメラ側のフラッシュの電源を入れます。
• カメラの内蔵フラッシュと組み合わせる場合は、内蔵フ
ラッシュを上げます。
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4 Check that the Ready lamp is lit, then take a picture.
• When charging is complete, ( ) is lit in the viewfinder of
the camera.
• Position this flash unit so that the wireless slave sensor
can receive the flash discharged by the camera’s built-in
flash unit or attached flash unit.
• This flash unit will discharge at the same time that the
camera’s flash discharges.
• Keep the flash unit attached to the camera or this flash
unit, within approx. 4 meters of the subject.
• In slave mode, this flash unit will turn off automatically
after about 1 hour of non-operation when the auto power
off function is set.
• Do not use red-eye reduction with the camera’s flash. This
will result in this flash unit firing by the pre-flash. For the
same reason, set the camera to manual focus when firing
the flash continuously so that the AF spot beam does not
operate with cameras that have AF spot beam functions.
4 Press the setting button (SET) to blink SL1 or SL2.
SL1: When photographing in wireless mode.
SL2: When photographing with slave flash (not using wireless
function).
• The flash will not discharge properly if slave mode was set
to the wrong mode. It may not discharge at all or may
discharge simultaneously with the control flash.
5 Rotate the adjustment dial to select SL1 or SL2.
6 Press the setting button (SET) to complete the setting.
• To exit the function menu, press and hold the function
button ().
•In SL2 fluorescent lamps flicker may contribute to flash
unit’s erroneous firing on rare occasions.
With this flash unit, you can tilt and swivel the flash head to aim
at the ceiling or wall to bounce the flash before it reaches the
subject. Doing so creates softer light and shadows to make the
picture look more natural. Bouncing the flash will decrease the
flash intensity by the time it reaches the subject. Therefore, this
function is effective when photographing in P-TTL mode at short
distances. The bounce angle can be set to the following angles.
Rightward: 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, 120°, 150°, 180°
Leftward: 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, 135°
Upward:0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
Downward: 0°, -10°
* The LED beam turns on when the catchlight is enabled in the function
menu and the bounce flash is used. (Refer to page 45.)
• Press and hold the bounce lock release button to tilt the flash
head when you want to change the bounce angle from 0°
(upward/downward).
• When using bounce flash, will be displayed on the LCD
panel.
• The effective flash range will be displayed only when the
bounce angle is set at -10°.
• It is recommended to set the bounce angle at -10° to prevent
uneven exposure when the distance to the subject is within
1m.
P-TTL Auto Flash Photography
The amount of reflective light will change according to the
condition of the reflective surface, angle, and distance. Check
the flash output in the LCD panel of this flash unit when taking
pictures.
Manual Flash Photography
The amount of light during bounce flash photography is greatly
affected by the condition of the reflective surface, therefore test
pictures should be taken beforehand or changing the exposure
and taking several pictures may be recommended.
• When taking color photographs, if the reflective surface for
the bounce flash is colored, the picture will be affected by the
color and unless this is intentional, a white surface should be
used.
• Bounce flash photography is greatly affected by the
surrounding conditions. A photography manual and other
references are recommended.
This flash unit features a built-in white spot beam projector of
LED to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-contrast
conditions. When using the flash with autofocus in such
conditions, the spot beam will be projected automatically
depending on the ambient lighting conditions. This function is
activated only when the camera is set to autofocus.
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1 Turn on the power switch (ON).
2 Press and hold the function button ().
3 Rotate the adjustment dial to display Sb on the LCD panel.
4 Press the setting button (SET) to blink 1/1, 1/2 or OFF.
1/1: Maximum brightness. (Default setting)
1/2: Minimum brightness.
OFF: Turn off AF spot beam.
5 Rotate the adjustment dial to select 1/1, 1/2 or OFF.
6 Press the setting button (SET) to complete the setting.
• To exit the function menu, press and hold the function
button ().
7 Turn on the camera and set the camera to the autofocus
mode.
8 Press the shutter release button halfway down to let the AF
spot beam discharge.
• The AF spot beam does not work in bright light conditions.
• If the In-focus indicator does not light up in several
seconds, it means that the subject is hard to autofocus. In
this case, use the manual focus mode to focus on the
subject.
• To change the composition, raise your finger off the
shutter release button and press it halfway down again to
recompose the picture.
• When using this flash unit’s built-in AF spot beam, the
built-in AF spot beam of the camera will not operate.
• The AF spot beam on the flash unit works accurately only
when mounted onto the camera’s hot shoe.
• Camera models marketed after September 2013 can use
the LED beam as the AF-assist spot beam for the phase
difference autofocus method. This feature can also be
made available on the models listed below, by
downloading the necessary firmware at the following
URL.
http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/
download_digital.html
You may also contact your nearest service center for
firmware updates. (Charged service)
This flash unit has a built-in wide-angle panel at the top of the
flash head.
Pull out the wide-angle panel from the top of the flash head and
cover the front of the flash head with it, if necessary.
Wide-angle panel
ワイドパネル
• The wide-angle panel expands flash coverage angle for the
following lenses. The flash zoom position will be fixed at the
same position as the focal length of the lens below.
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13 mm (K series (APS-C)), 25 mm (645D), or 3 mm (Q series)
Before taking the picture, firing a test flash helps you to see how
shadows are cast on the subject.
Check that the flash is ready, then press the test button (TEST).
The test flash will discharge.
Cameras Capable of Test Flash Photography Using the
Camera’s Button
With the following cameras, a button on the camera can be used
instead of the test button (TEST) of this flash unit. This
operation can be carried out with either an attached flash unit or
a wireless flash unit. For information on how to arrange this,
refer to the operating manual of the camera.
*645D: You can use the illumination button. (Refer to “Custom Setting
When using this flash unit separately from the camera and
connected by an extension cord, use the optional extension
cord F5P. Attach the extension cord F5P to the camera using
the optional hot shoe adapter F
G or the optional hot shoe
adapter F.
• When setting up the flash unit separately from the camera,
use the optional off-camera shoe adapter F when using a
tripod, or the optional off-camera shoe clip CL-10 when
setting up in another location such as tabletop, chair, etc.
• The optional off-camera shoe adapter F cannot be attached
to the bundled stand.
When setting the lens to manual F/stop, calculate the guide
number at full flash with the use of flash’s zoom position and
ISO. Divide the resulting guide number by the aperture in use.
Thus, the maximum distance is obtained. The minimum
distance is obtained in dividing this max. distance by approx.
10. However, if the minimum distance obtained is 0.7 m or less,
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the minimum distance will be 0.7 m. Refer to page 79 for the
guide number table.
Example:
With an 85 mm lens at F/4 and sensitivity at ISO100
1 For the zoom position 58mm and sensitivity at ISO100,
The effective flash range will be displayed on the LCD panel of
this flash unit. Make sure that you are within the effective flash
range before taking pictures.
• The effective flash range is displayed for the following camera
and lens combinations.
CameraLens Types
K series (APS-C)DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F, A
645DDA645, D FA645, FA645, A645
Q seriesQ Mount Lens
• The flash effective range varies depending on ISO, lens
aperture in use, and/or the zoom position (flash coverage
angle). Keep this in mind especially when you are using a
variable aperture zoom lens.
Guide numbers indicate flash light intensity. The larger the
number, the farther you can reach with your flash. From the
guide number, you can easily obtain the proper aperture setting
required for an optimum exposure.
Aperture (F/stop) =
GN/flash-to-subject distance (m)
• Depending on the camera and lens you are using, the
effective flash range may be displayed. (Refer to page 77.)
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this flash
unit.
Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10
Setting clip for using this flash unit as a wireless slave flash.
Hot Shoe Adapter F
G
Adapter for using this flash unit as a separate flash unit using
the extension cord F5P. It can be used in combination with the
built-in flash unit.
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Off-camera Shoe Adapter F
Adapter for attaching an external flash unit, etc. on a tripod
separated from the camera. It comes with a connector for the
extension cord F5P.
• The optional off-camera shoe adapter F cannot be attached
to the bundled stand.
Hot Shoe Adapter F
Adapter for connecting the camera and extension cord F5P. It
also has a hot shoe on its top.
Extension Cord F5P
0.5 m/L (Approx.3 m)
5P synchro cord to use this flash unit, separately from the
camera. It is used in combination with the hot shoe adapter F
or F, and/or the off-camera shoe adapter F.
Bounce flashVertical and horizontal bounce possible, click stops provided, lock provided at 0°.
Power savingAutomatic power-off: After approx. 3 min. of non-operation with the power on.
Red-eye reductionOperates with autofocus cameras equipped with red-eye reduction feature.
Wide-angle panelPull out manually and flash zoom position sets to full wide-angle.
LCD panel illuminationLCD panel illumination button () illuminates the LCD panel for about 10 seconds or press the button again to turn it off.
Power sourceFour AA batteries, (Alkaline (LR6), Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), or Lithium (FR6))
Dimensions and weightAF540FGZ
Manual flash: (1/1➝1/2➝ 1/4➝1/8➝1/16➝1/32➝1/64➝1/128➝1/256)
Wireless flash (Manual): (1/1➝1/2➝1/4➝1/8➝1/16➝1/32➝1/64➝1/128➝1/256)
Multi flash: (1/4➝1/8➝1/16➝1/32➝1/64➝1/128➝1/256)
LED beam mode: (Auto➝1/1➝1/2➝1/4➝1/8➝1/16)
Flash frequency: 1 - 200 Hz
(Wireless position) Master (M), Control (C), Slave (S)
(Channels) 1 to 4
Compatible modes: P-TTL, manual (M)
Effective range: Approx. 4 m (When set to SL1, According to our testing conditions.)
AF360FGZ II : 約 68mm(幅)×111 mm(高)× 106mm(厚)、約290g(電池別)
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Warranty Policy
All our products purchased through authorized bona fide
photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects
of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from the
date of your purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts
will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the
product does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage,
mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation
contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an
unauthorized repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized
representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations
except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable
for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or
consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective
material or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed
that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all
guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly
limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No
refunds will be made on repairs by non-authorized service facilities.
Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any product which proves defective during the 12-month warranty
period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased
the product or to the manufacturer. If there are no representatives
of the manufacturer in your country, send the product to the
manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a
considerable length of time before the product can be returned to
you owing to the complicated customs procedures required. If the
product is covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts
replaced free of charge, and the product will be returned to you
upon completion of servicing. If the product is not covered by
warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its
representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the
owner. If your product was purchased outside of the country where
you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular
handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s
representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your product
returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge
according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case,
however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne
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by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase when required,
please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your
product for at least a year. Before sending your product for
servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the
manufacturer’s authorized representatives or their approved repair
shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer.
Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you
accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to
proceed with the servicing.
• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s
statutory rights.
• The local warranty policies available from our distributors in
some countries can supersede this warranty policy.
Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card
supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or
contact our distributor in your country for more information
and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
For customers in the USA
STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
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 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 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.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old
Equipment and Used Batteries
1. In the European Union
These symbols on the products, packaging and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical
and electronic equipment and batteries should not
be mixed with general household waste.
Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries
must be treated separately and in accordance with
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legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery
and recycling of these products.
By disposing of these products correctly you will
help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary
treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and
human health which could otherwise arise due to
inappropriate waste handling.
If a chemical symbol is added beneath the symbol
shown above, in accordance with the Battery
Directive, this indicates that a heavy metal (Hg =
Mercury, Cd = Cadmium, Pb = Lead) is present in
the battery at a concentration above an applicable
threshold specified in the Battery Directive.
For more information about collection and recycling
of used products, please contact your local
authorities, your waste disposal service or the point
of sale where you purchased the products.
2. In other countries outside the EU
These symbols are only valid in the European
Union. If you wish to discard used products, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic
equipment can be returned free of charge to the
dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new
product. Further collection facilities are listed on the
home page of www.swico.ch