User manual SUNPACK PZ40X MX　

[. . . ] Make sure to observe the instructions. CAUTION * Do not expose the unit to splashes, sprays or water droplets. Do not expose batteries to a very hot environment. * Do not attempt to charge disposable batteries. * Do not place the unit in direct sunlight or where it can be exposed to high humidity. [. . . ] If you hold onto the PZ40X only, your camera may slip off the flash foot and be damaged, or the weight of the camera may damage the flash foot. *Depending on the type of lens used, the distance may not be indicated on the LCD Display. *PZ40X can not be used the second curtain synchronization. Important: Flash coverage limitations When using a lens with a focal length less than 24mm, the PZ40X will not cover the entire field of view, and the edges and corners of the image will be dark. Also, the overall exposure may not be correct. Please use this unit with lenses of 24mm or greater focal length. 12 English Description of Parts Accessory (optional) Mounting Guide Bounce angle display to the upwards Flashtube Housing Battery Compartment Cover Mode Select Button Power Switch LCD Display Autofocus Infrared Flash Knurled Lock Ring Zoom Button Ready Light/Test (Open Flash) button Dedicated/Hot Shoe Contact LCD Display Power Ratio Flash Functions Zoom Focal Length Åñ When the focal length of a lens is less than 24mm, "F-mm" is displayed. In this case, the circumference becomes dark and the right exposure is not obtained. Please use the focal length of 24mm or more. Flash Range Scale Auto OK 13 Power Zoom Head The PZ40X is equipped with a motorized zoom head. It is controlled by the camera and is set automatically to provide optimal flash coverage for the focal length of the lens in use. It can even select intermediate settings within the 24-80mm focal length range. Or, it can be manually set select to 24, 28, 35, 50, and 80mm by using the Manual Zoom Mode. * Auto Power Zoom works only with lenses of 24mm or greater focal length. * When using a digital camera linked with Auto Power Zoom of PZ40X, the indication of Auto Power Zoom is set at wider angle than the zoom position of camera. Using the PZ40X with Digital Cameras With digital cameras (such as KONICA MINOLTA Dimage series with hot shoe), ADI Mode (having ADI Mode function on a camera), TTL Mode and Manual Mode are available. When taking a picture, the Ready light blinks at first and then lights steadily. While you can take a picture as soon as the ready light blinks, we recommend that you wait for the Ready Light to remain on before shooting to insure that you get the best exposure. * If it takes longer than a few seconds for the Ready Light to illuminate, or the Ready Light doesn't light at all, please replace the batteries or charge rechargeable batteries. * We recommend that you use Ni-MH batteries for faster recycling and more flashes per charge. Manual of camera. ). When using the PZ40X, camera with ADI mode switches to "ADI" when an input button is pushed and "ADI" is displayed as shown in the figure at right. (The initial setup ADI Mode will be displayed if a switch is turned on. ) In response to a signal from the camera, the flash unit calculates the correct flash exposure based on the film speed, sets the aperture instantly, and displays the effective flash control range on the PZ40X LCD panel. The flash unit determines the optimum amount of light required for a proper exposure with films from ISO6 to 6400. [. . . ] Daylight synchronization (Flash is used outdoors to lighten shadows or when the subject is photographed against a strong backlight) 2. When certain focal-length length lenses will be used, such as fisheye type. When a motor drive or an auto-winder will be used. When a number of flashes are used together. [. . . ]