Nikon SB-27 instruction manual Setting zoom-head position

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Setting zoom-head position

In the horizontal position, the SB-27 has four zoom-head position settings: 24mm, 28mm, 35mm and 50mm. Three zoom-head position settings are available in the vertical position: 35mm, 50mm and 70mm.

—All the above stops are indicated in the LCD panel. —Zoom-head positioning differs depending on the camera/lens

combination.

Cameras in Groups I and II with Nikkor lenses with built-in CPU

The SB-27 automatically adjusts the zoom-head position to provide an angle of coverage that matches the focal length of the lens in use. (Automatic zoom-head positioning)

Automatic zoom-head positioning is activated.

Automatic zoom-head positioning is canceled.

TTL

f t

m

TTL

f t

m

60

18

60

18

M mm

30

9

M mm

30

9

A ZOOM

15

4

A ZOOM

15

4

M ISO

7

2

M ISO

7

2

 

4

1

 

4

1

 

2

0.6

 

2

0.6

—When using a Nikkor lens with built-in CPU whose focal length is below or above the SB-27's available range, the zoom-head automatically adjusts to the closest focal length setting.

Note: Automatic zoom-head positioning is not possible if a small M appears above the ZOOM. Press the “ZOOM” button several times until the M disappears .

NOTE

To cancel automatic zoom-head positioning and set the position manually:

(1)Press the “ZOOM” and “M” buttons simultaneously for approx. 2 sec. until the small M above the ZOOM starts to blink .

Automatic zoom-head positioning is canceled.

(2)When the small M has stopped blinking, press the “ZOOM” button and set the desired zoom-head position manually.

When set in this way, the zoom-head position setting remains unchanged even if the power is turned ON or OFF, or the lens is changed.

To resume automatic zoom-head positioning, perform procedure (1) above to make the small M above the ZOOM disappear. If the small M is still visible, continue to press the “ZOOM” button.

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Contents SB-27 Foreword Please check which group your camera belongs toCamera groups Ⅲ*4About this manual Use only Nikon-approved equipment Tips on using the SpeedlightTake some trial shots 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 TTLLens in use ProceduresCamera settings Metering system*2 TTL If ready- light is ON, release shutterMetering system *2 Camera settings Lens Use Nikkor lenses With built-in CPUNikkor lenses Without built-in CPU*4 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 cardSet the built-in bounce flash adapter as shown Nikkor lenses 35mm and longerNikkor lenses 24mm and longer 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 cameraIf the ready-light blinks for 3 seconds after shooting, see ThruISO film speed and coefficient 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 ICameras in Group Canceling exposure compensationExposure compensation for flash photography Multiple flash operation-using more than one Speedlight Cameras in GroupTTL multiple flash operation procedures Multiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thruSpeedlight coefficients VI and F3-Series camerasCameras in Groups I thru 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 modeCanceling Forced TTL and Forced a modes Setting Forced TTL and Forced a modesForced a mode 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 waterStorage MaintenanceTips on Speedlight care 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 FlashSync shutter speed Red-eye reductionStandard TTL Flash Specifications VerticalSpecifications 1000 sec. at 1/1 full output