Vivitar VIV-DF-183 User Manual
VIV-DF-183
AF TTL Flash
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Limited One Year Warranty
Vivitar warrants this quality product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of purchase. During the period, Vivitar will repair or replace the
product at no charge for parts or labor.
TIME PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY
The time period of this warranty starts from the date of the original purchase and expires on the
first anniversary date of purchase.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
No express or implied warranty is made for any defects in this product which result from
accident, abuse, misuse, failure to operate the product in accordance with relevant instructions,
neglect, immersion in or exposure to chemicals or liquids, extremes of climate, fungus, excessive
wear and tear/cosmetic damage and defects resulting from other extraneous causes such as
unauthorised disassembly, repair or modification.
This warranty shall not extend to any incidental or consequential damages arising from the
purchase, use or inability to use this product even if Vivitar has been advised of such damages.
The laws of some countries and some States thereof do not allow the limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limit
ation or exclusion may apply to you.
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WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED
STEP 1. Package the product and relevant accessories carefully, using ample padding materials and a sturdy
mailing container to prevent damage in transit.
STEP 2. Include in package:
a) Evidence of date and place of original purchase (for example, a copy of your sales receipt).
b) Detailed description of your problem.
c) When possible, a sample evidencing the problem.
STEP 3. Return item (insured) to: Vivitar
Attn: Technical Support
195 Carter Drive
Edison NJ 08817
When service is complete, the product will be returned to you shipping prepaid. In the event the product is
deemed to be not faulty or the defect is a result in wear and tear, Vivitar may levy a handling charge for the
return ofthe product. This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from country and State to State thereof. For more information visit our website www.vivitar.com
Technical Support
For technical support issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can nd manuals, software and
FAQ’s at the website. Can’t nd what you are looking for? E-mail us at support@vivitar.com and one of our
technical support team members will answer your questions or call 800-592-9541 to access our technical
support information on the phone.
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Vivitar VIV-DF-183 flash unit. This electronic flash
is innovatively designed for both digital cameras and film cameras, with advanced
technology used to control the correct amount of light output. Please kindly take a few
minutes to read this instruction manual before using.
Compatibility
The VIV-DF-183 flash comes in six different varieties, each compatible with different
cameras. Check to make sure the flash that you have is compatible with your camera.
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CAN - Compatible with Canon Digital E-TTL, E-TTL II cameras & E-TTL film cameras
NIK - Compatible with Nikon Digital TTL, i-TTL cameras & TTL, i-TTL film cameras
OLY - Compatible with Olympus Digital TTL cameras
PANA - Compatible with Panasonic Digital TTL cameras
PEN - Compatible with Pentax Digital P-TTL & film cameras
SON - Compatible with Sony Alpha & Konica Minolta Digital ADI, D Lenses cameras & TTL film cameras
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Features
The VIV-DF-183 has the following features:
• A red focus assist beam for low light focusing
• An automatic shutter speed setting
• A flash readiness indication
• A five position tilted reflector
• Red-eye reduction (for VIV-DF-NIK, OLY, PANA and PEN units)
• Front and rear curtain synchronization
• A Power saving function
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Specifications
Guide Number (ISO 100)
Five Position Tilted Reflector
Power Source
Flash Duration
Recycling Time
Number of Flashes
Dimensions
Weight w/o batt.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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20(m)/66(ft)
0°/45°/60°/75°/90°
2 x 1.5V AA size batt. (R6, LR6)
1/2,000 - 1/40,000 sec.
0.3 - 10 sec. with fresh batteries
100 times with fresh batteries
Approx. 65 - 54 - 98mm
Approx. 127 g
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