Vivitar VIV-DF-186 instruction manual Important Notes for Flash Photography and Maintenance

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Important Notes for Flash Photography and Maintenance

1. After each picture, wait for two seconds for the flash to fully recharge before

taking the next shot, even when the ready light is on. This will help to prolong the lifespan of the flash tube. It will also allow you to attain the full charging capacity of the flash capacitor for precise flash photography.

2.For best results, keep your flash at least at about six feet away from the subject you are photographing.

3.In the event that the flash exposure is incorrect (over or under exposed or green auto check light does not light up),you may take either one or more of the corrective actions: (1) move closer to the object (2) re-adjust your bounce angle (3) Increase ISO* setting.

4.Bounce should only be used on lighter color ceilings or white walls. Note that when using this feature, 2-3 f/stop of light will be lost due to the reflection.

*Note: In digital photography, the ISO number notes how sensitive the image sensor is to the amount of light present. The higher the ISO number, the more sensitive the image sensor is to light and therefore the possibility to take pictures in low light situations increases.

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Contents Bounce Swivel Speedlight Dslr Flash VIV-DF-186 Limited One Year Warranty What to do When Service is Needed Introduction Compatibility Important Notes for Flash Photography and Maintenance Important Notes for Flash Photography and Maintenance Installing Batteries Mounting the Flash Onto Your Camera Auto Check Light Power Saving FunctionProgram TTL P / Auto Mode TTL AV, TV and M Modes SECOND/REAR Curtain Synchronization RED EYE Reduction Using the Swivel Head Using the Bounce HeadFeatures Specifications