Nikon 58-104 manual Function Selector, Standard flash photography, ~ Test firing

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Function Selector

The Function Selector is used in the ways described below.

C!l Standard flash photography

8tandard flash photography is possible

except for the following modes.

The following functions are also possible by sliding the selector from ~ to 11l .

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The 88-104's flash can be tested .

-Useful for test firing the flash before taking pictures.

Signal Flash

When the function selector is held in the test firing position for more than four seconds, it will begin firing a signal flash at 1/32 power approximately every two seconds.

-This is convenient when you are on the surface and wish to signal your location in the water to Others.

[0] Camera Slave (cordless remote photography)

When set to "Camera 8lave", the 88-104'sbuilt-in slave sensor can detect the flash of another 8peedlight, and as it flashes the 88-104 will signal the Nikonos R8 to release its shutter simultaneously, exposing the frame.

Cordless remote photography can be performed with another 8peedlight that can be flashed .

-It is effective up to a distance of 10 meters (32.8 feet) and can be performed only with the Nikonos RS.

(I)Flash Slave

The 88-104 can be fired simultaneously with other 8peedlights (88-104,

88-101,88-102 or 88-103) mounted on the Nikonos R8, V, or IV-A when its built-in slave sensor detects the flash of other 8peedlights.

-This is useful when you want to add more light to your scene or when you wish creative photographic lighting . When the SB-104 is set to " Flash Slave", it acts as a second light source for another primary camera and Speedlight.

• Important

Be sure to turn OFF the power before switching among ril ,[OJ ,and 11l pOSitions.

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Contents ·58-104 Foreword Speedlight Parts Switch ·Buckle hook Battery chamberStandard bracket Sync cordMain Features Details on Preparations for Taking Pictures Basic ShootingDetails on the SpeedlightsParts Other Items Basic ApplicationsBe sure to take trial shots first Tips on Speedlight CareChecking O-rings Be sure to check the O-rings before useRing areas to check Removing and Reseating O-rings Reseat the O-ring into their 4channels +NotePage Page Open the battery chamber cap by 3lifting it up 5Raise the buckle6Lock the releasellock buckle Connecting the S8-104 to the Camera and Making Settings 4Remove the sync socket cap on the camera Cord fastening hanger 10Insert the arm~ ~rJ~ OFFo Standard flash photography Function Selector~ Test firing Camera Slave cordless remote photography~ ~6~ Page Basic Flash Photography with the Nikonos RS ~ ~rlQ 2Set the camerassync mode to any desired modeSet exposure mode to aperture Priority auto exposure a 6Set the focus mode on the Nikonos RS to S or CPressing the shutter release button slightly ~~~~~~h~~~~Page TTL AI! SOrS.b Possible Shooting Modes wHh the S8-104 and Nikonos 1000500 250 30 ~ OFF Wash the Speedlight with fresh water Caring for the 88-104 After UseDo not let water get into the sockets Drying the SpeedlightIf switch or selector movements become rough Also dry the battery chamberBe sure that all water has been removed Disconnect the sync cord from the socket and attach the capPage Standby Swnch When the Standby switch is onWhen the Standby switch is OFF Ready-light blinks Alert Signal+Note Moisture alert light blinksHeat alert light blinks Aperture scale chart Distance scale chartWhen taking pictures with the arm removed from the bracket TTL flash mode4, and M 1/16 Manual flash modeOutput Guide number at various film speed LightPage Taking photographs highlighting the blue of the sea Role of the SpeedlightWhen sand has been stirred up in the water When shooting brightly shining fish~I\ .~ ~ JeJtfj oom·i Flash Slave Release the shutter on the camera ~·iOFF0l!i2J Rear-Curtain Sync PhotographySet the f/stop and shutter speed on 3the camera ··e Using the Flash Signal FunctionPage Extension Arm SK·104E Optional AccessoriesPage Arm 5K·104C for 5peedlights 58·102, 58·103 Using the SK·104C arm for the S8·102 and S8·103Double Bracket SK·104W Using the SK·104W Double BracketDouble Sync Cord SC·100 NiCd Battery Unit SN·104 Quick Charger SH·104·Ring and Screw Set Details on NiCd Battery Unit SN-104 Tips on carrying and storing the SN·104 When recharging the SN·104 battery packDo not subject the Speedlight to vibrations or shock Tips on 88-104 CareDo not jump into the water while holding the Speedlight Do not subject the Speedlight to excessive heatNever disassemble the Speedlight If the Speedlight gets soiled58·104 Safekeeping the S8·104 Remove the NiCd battery When storing the 58·104Test fire the 5peedlight about once a month Specifications Page Nikon Correction BerichtigungCorreccion Jjtojj 5fjT jE l I.L1-to