User manual OLYMPUS FL-50

[. . . ] Thank you for purchasing the OLYMPUS Electronic Flash (FL-50). Before use, please read this instruction manual to ensure your safety, and keep it handy for future reference. If the electronic flash is dropped in water or any fluid gets inside, immediately remove the batteries and contact your dealer or Olympus. Continued use could result in fire or electric shock. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Be sure to read and observe the following. ) This instruction manual uses a variety of common symbols and icons to assist you in proper handling and usage of this product properly, and to warn you of potential hazards to yourself and others as well as to property. These symbols and their significance are described below. CAUTION If you notice any abnormalities such as leakage, discoloration, deformation, overheating, or odor, stop using this device. [. . . ] In this case, the ISO and F indicators blink to alert you. Change the camera setup (ISO speed and/or lens iris (F)). 2. Confirm that the distance to the subject is within the light control range. If not, adjust the lens iris (F) or the subject distance. The light control range varies according to the camera type and camera setup (ISO speed, lens iris (F) and lens focal distance (ZOOM)). 2. Confirm that the distance to the subject is within the light Light control range 3. When flash activation has been performed correctly, the Light control range AUTO CHECK lamp blinks for about 5 seconds after the shutter is released. control range. If not, adjust the lens iris (F) or the subject distance. The light control range varies according to the camera setup (ISO speed, lens iris (F) and lens focal length (ZOOM)). Light intensity adjustment The flash light intensity can be adjusted between +3 and ­3. The light intensity adjustment must be set to ON in the custom setup operation (page 61). · The indicator appears in the control panel. Combinations of ISO speeds and lens irises controllable in AUTO mode ISO speed 3200 F8 F11 1600 F5. 6 F8 F11 F16 F22 F32 800 F4 F5. 6 F8 F11 F16 F22 F32 400 F2. 8 F4 F5. 6 F8 F11 F16 F22 F32 200 F2 F2. 8 F4 F5. 6 F8 F11 F16 F22 F32 100 F1. 4 F2 F2. 8 F4 F5. 6 F8 F11 F16 F22 50 25 F1. 4 F2 F2. 8 F4 F5. 6 F8 F11 F16 F1. 4 F2 F2. 8 F4 F5. 6 F8 F11 1. Turn dial B to select a light intensity adjustment value in the following steps. (This selection is also possible with dial A. ) 0 0 +0. 3 ­0. 3 +0. 7 ­0. 7 +1. 0 . . . ­3. 0 Lens iris F16 F22 F32 2. The display shows the light intensity adjustment value except when the value is 0, in which case the display does not show the light control range. 3. When flash activation has been performed correctly, the AUTO CHECK lamp blinks for about 5 seconds after the shutter is released. Memo: Test flash activation Flash activation can be tested before actually releasing the shutter. Press the Test button for test flash activation. The light control is OK when the AUTO CHECK lamp blinks for about 5 seconds after the test flash activation. If the lamp does not blink, change the lens iris (F), ISO speed, subject distance, etc. · The light check by means of test flash activation is possible only in the AUTO mode. 3. If the camera's flash adjustment mode is selected, the actual flash light intensity will be the total of the light intensity adjustment value set on the FL-50 and that set on the camera. [. . . ] If this is the case, turn the lock ring all the way in the opposite direction to [ LOCK] until it stops. Once the lock pin is in the in position, you can mount the electronic flash on the camera (see page 44). 58 Wide panel request in all modes Set the wide panel. Q Why doesn't the control mode change when I press the MODE button?A When the electronic flash is connected to certain types of communication-capable camera, the flash control mode can only be controlled from the camera. Downward bounce in all modes The light-emitting section is set at 7° downward. Cancel this setting except for close-up flash photography. Q What is the recommended white balance setting for the camera when using the flash? [. . . ]