Nikon Standby function, Setting the standby function, To turn the SB-27’s power on again

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Standby function

(Applicable to all camera groups)

When both the SB-27 and the camera are not in use, the SB-27’s power automatically shuts OFF after approx. 80 seconds in order to conserve battery power. (Standby function)

Setting the standby function

Cameras in Groups I thru VI (featuring TTL Auto Flash)

Set the camera setting switch (inside the SB-27's battery chamber) to K.

—If it is set to ˚, the standby function will not work.

To turn the SB-27’s power ON again

Lightly press the shutter release button to turn the power ON.

—Pressing the open-flash button also turns the SB-27’s power ON. In this case, the flash does not fire. (See page 18.)

Standby function will not work when:

Shutter speed is set at M250 or B (Bulb) (for FA and FE2)

Shutter speed is set at M90 or B (Bulb) (for FG and Nikonos V).

Shutter speed is set at B (bulb) (for FM3A).

When your SB-27 is not in use or if you carry it in a bag, we recommend setting the flash mode selector to OFF to avoid turning the power ON accidentally.

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Contents SB-27 Foreword Please check which group your camera belongs toCamera groups Ⅲ*4About this manual Tips on using the Speedlight Take some trial shotsUse only Nikon-approved equipment Contents Close-up flash operation in Auto mode Speedlight parts LCD panel indications TTLPreparations for Installing batteries Setting the standby function To turn the SB-27’s power on againStandby function Cameras in Groups I thru VI featuring TTL Auto FlashCameras in Group VII without TTL Auto Flash For F50-Series/N50, F-601/N6006, and F-601M/N6000Attaching the SB-27 to the camera Adjusting the flash head Selecting a measurement system meters/feet Ready-light comes on when charging is completed Ready-light blinks when flash fires at its maximum outputReady-light Replace batteries with a fresh setReady-light comes on when the SB-27 is ready to fire Test firing with the open-flash buttonSetting ISO film speed With cameras in Groups IWith cameras in Groups III thru Set the ISO film speed manually as followsSetting zoom-head position Press the Zoom button to adjust the zoom-head position Other camera/lens combinationsBasic flash operation Selecting a flash mode TTLProcedures Camera settings Metering system*2Lens in use TTL If ready- light is ON, release shutterCamera settings Lens Use Nikkor lenses With built-in CPU Nikkor lenses Without built-in CPU*4Metering system *2 Exposure Mode*5 Distance rangeCamera settings Lens in use Available flashSystem Nikkor lenses Without built-inMode Shooting distance range Group III F-601/N6006, F-601M/N6000Exposure ShootingCameras Exposure mode Group IV F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50, F-401x/N5005 Shooting If ready- light is ON, release shutterLens Available flash Cameras Use Operation Nikon Series E lenses Flash Auto a Manual MOther Nikkor lenses Standard TTL Flash Auto a Manual MGroup V F-501/N2020, F-301/N2000 Set the lens to its minimum aperture highest f-numberLens in use Available flash Cameras Programmed TTL Auto Auto P FlashNikkor lenses Auto S With built-in CPU Aperture PriorityGroup V F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004 Available flash Operation Standard TTL Flash Group VI FM3A, FA, FE2, FG, Nikonos Flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in Group Non-TTL Auto FlashF3-Series, F55-Series/N55-Series, New FM2, FM10, FE10 Aperture-priority Auto a Manual MIf the ready-light blinks after shooting Advanced flash Operation Bounce flash Multiple flashFlash operation in Manual M mode For Cameras in all groups Press the M button to choose the desired light outputFlash operation in Manual M mode For cameras Other camera/lens combinationsNumber of continuous flash frames in Manual M Flash mode Safety range in continuous firingAll groups Synchronization in continuous shootingAdjustment factors for other ISO film speeds To calculate a correct apertureTo calculate the shooting distance Guide number at ISO 100 for m/ftAutofocus flash operation in dim light Autofocus flash operation in dim light Bounce flash operation Built-in diffuser cardNikkor lenses 35mm and longer Nikkor lenses 24mm and longerSet the built-in bounce flash adapter as shown Procedures for bounce flash operation Set the SB-27s flash mode selector to AutoSet up the built-in bounce flash adapter Highlight your subject’s eyes using bounced flash To set up the diffuser cardClose-up flash operation in Auto mode Two methods are possibleUsable lenses are limited Other notesClose-up flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in Groups Procedures with the SB-27 mounted on the cameraThru ISO film speed and coefficientIf the ready-light blinks for 3 seconds after shooting, see Close-up flash operation in Auto mode Cameras Close-up flash operation using a TTL Remote CordGroups I thru Exposure compensation for flash photography Setting exposure compensation for flash Setting exposure compensation on the SB-27Setting method varies depending on the camera Cameras in Groups ICanceling exposure compensation Exposure compensation for flash photographyCameras in Group Multiple flash operation-using more than one Speedlight Cameras in GroupTTL multiple flash operation procedures Multiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thruVI and F3-Series cameras Cameras in Groups I thruSpeedlight coefficients System chart for TTL multiple flash GroupF3-Series cameras Slave flash unitManual multiple flash operation procedures Usable remote cords optional SeeSetting and canceling Forced TTL mode/Forced a mode Forced TTL modeSetting Forced TTL and Forced a modes Forced a modeCanceling Forced TTL and Forced a modes Red-eye reduction control Other information Using an external power source Available external power source optional SeeConnecting the SB-27 to a camera with a sync cord Usable sync cords SC-11, SC-15 optional SeeFA, FE2, FG, and Nikonos FM3A, New FM2Troubleshooting OFFOptional accessories Optional accessories Modulate Remote Control Set ML-2TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series cameras DC Unit SD-7Tips on Speedlight care Avoid physical shocksNever disassemble Keep the SB-27 away from waterMaintenance Tips on Speedlight careStorage Page Using the SB-27 in low temperatures About NiCd batteriesGlossary of terms Glossary of terms TTL High-Speed Sync Flash3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Autofocus assist illuminationCenter-Weighted/Spot Fill-Flash Bounce flash operationCatchlight Flash exposure compensationFront-curtain sync flash Guide NumberMatrix Balanced Fill Flash Monitor PreflashMulti-Sensor Balanced Fill-flash Multiple flash operationNon-TTL auto flash Programmed TTL Auto FlashRed-eye reduction Standard TTL FlashSync shutter speed Specifications VerticalSpecifications 1000 sec. at 1/1 full output