User manual NIKON SPEEDLIGHT SB-400

[. . . ] Slow-sync flash/Red-eye reduction/Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash mode/Rear-curtain sync/FV (Flash Value) Lock/Exposure compensation and flash output level compensation/Manual mode. Before using your product, please read the following safety precautions carefully and thoroughly to ensure correct and safe use and to help prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or others. For quick reference by those who use the product, please keep these safety instructions near the product. In this manual, safety instructions are indicated with these symbols: Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol could result in personal injury, or death and property damage. [. . . ] Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local government regulations. 17 Non-rechargeable batteries should never be charged in a battery charger because they could leak corrosive liquids or generate heat. 18 Remove dead batteries from your equipment immediately, leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 1 Do not throw or apply strong physical shocks to the batteries as this could cause batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries. For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management. To get the most out of your Speedlight, please read this instruction manual thoroughly before use. In addition, keep your camera instruction manual handy for quick reference. Camera and accessories made by other manufacturers might not meet Nikon's specification criteria, and nonconforming cameras and accessories could damage the Speedlight's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the Speedlight's performance when used with non-Nikon products. Take test photos before photographing important events, such as weddings and graduations. Nikon recommends that you have your Speedlight serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two years. As part of Nikon's "Life-long learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions, and to receive general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. This Speedlight, which features the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS), provides i-TTL flash operations in combination with CLS-compatible cameras. *When using the SB-400 with these cameras, the SB-400 must be turned on. 2 Flash head tilting angle scale 3 Flash head 4 Mounting foot 5 Mount pin 6 Hot-shoe contacts Then close the battery chamber lid by sliding it into place while pressing down. 5V or lower) of any of these types: Alkaline-manganese (1. When replacing batteries, replace both with fresh ones of the same brand. â· High-power manganese batteries are not recommended for use with the SB-400. â· Depending on battery specifications, when the Lithium batteries become hot, the safety circuits are activated, cutting off power. [. . . ] Do not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings You should allow the SB-400 to cool off for at least 10 minutes after the maximum number of continuous firings are performed as shown in the table below: Notes when using the SB-400 with D80, D70-Series, D50, D40-Series and COOLPIX 8800 cameras When using the SB-400 with D80, D70-Series, D50, D40-Series or COOLPIX 8800 cameras, the SB-400 must be turned on. â· If the SB-400 is turned off while mounted on any of the above cameras, and the camera's "Auto flash" function is on, the camera's built-in flash will automatically pop up when shooting in poor light, coming into contact with the SB-400. â· It is recommended that the SB-400 be detached from the camera when flash is not required. In rare cases, the Speedlight may not work properly even after a fresh battery is properly installed. [. . . ]