Vivitar VIV-DF-7000-C, VIV-DF-7000-N User manual

DSLR TTL

Flash / Video Light

User’s ManualVIV-DF-7000

Vivitar One year Warranty

This warranty covers the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable.
This warranty covers products that fail to function properly UNDER NORMAL USAGE, due to defects in

material or workmanship. Your product will be repaired or replaced at no charge for parts or labor for a period
of one year.

What Is Not Covered by Warranty

Damages or malfunctions not resulting from defects in material or workmanship and damages or malfunctions
from other than normal use, including but limited to, repair by unauthorized parties, tampering, modification or
accident.

Call 1-800-592-9541 in the U.S. or 0-800-917-4831 in the UK or Visit our website at www.vivitar.com.
To receive Warranty service along with the name and address of an authorized product service center, the

original consumer purchaser must contact us for problem determination and service procedures. Proof of
purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, evidencing that the Product is within the applicable
Warranty period(s), MUST be presented in order to obtain the requested service. It is your responsibility to
properly package and send any defective products along with a dated copy of proof of purchase, a written
explanation of the problem, and a valid return address to the authorized service center at your expense. Do
not include any other items or accessories with the defective product. Any products received by the authorized
service center that are not covered by warranty will be returned unrepaired.

To obtain Warranty Service and Troubleshooting information:

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Vivitar One year Warranty (continued)

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province to province. Contact your authorized retailer to determine if another warranty applies. This
product is manufactured, distributed and sold by SAKAR International, Inc. All other trademarks are the
property of the respective owner, who has not sponsored, endorsed or approved this product.

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Vivitar VIV-DF-7000 flash unit. This electronic
flash is innovatively designed for 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-7000 flash comes in different varieties, each compatible with different
cameras. Check to make sure the flash that you have is compatible with your camera.

VIV-DF-7000­VIV-DF-7000­VIV-DF-7000-

CAN - Canon Digital E-TTL, E-TTL II cameras & E-TT film cameras
NIK - Nikon Digital TTL, i-TTL Cameras & TTL, i-TTL film cameras
SON - Sony Alpha & Minolta Digital ADI, D Lenses cameras & TTL film cameras

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Important Safety Instructions

-This flash unit does not function on camcorders.

-Misfiring sometimes occurs when the power switch is turned on and off continuously. If
this happens, power off the flash for a few seconds before switching it on again. The flash
unit will then work normally.

-Do not leave or store the flash unit in temperatures that exceed 40°C. Doing so might
adversely affect the internal structure or performance of the flash unit. Particularly, do not
leave the flash unit in an automobile during the summer.

-Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use your flash unit for a long period of time.

-The flash unit is not water-resistant. Rain and humid weather may cause irreparable
damages to the flash.

-The flash unit is composed of very delicated electronic parts. It should be protected
against shocks, falls or other improper handling.

-The flash unit contains a high voltage condenser. Do not try to open the housing or repair
the flash.

-Do not clean the surface of the flash unit by using any petrol, detergent solution or strong
solvents. These solvents may cause damages to the flash.

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