Nikon SB-27 instruction manual Multiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thru

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Multiple flash operation— (Cameras in Groups I thru

TTL multiple flash operation procedures

See page 66 on usable flash units and accessories for multiple flash operation.

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Mount the SB-27 as a master flash unit on the camera.

Connect the master flash unit to the slave flash unit(s).

—Turn OFF all flash units when connecting.

Set the flash mode selector of all the flash units to TTL.

—Do not set the power switch to the STBY position.

NOTE

Using the SB-27 as a slave flash unit (for cameras in Groups I thru VI)

When using the SB-27 as a slave unit, set the camera setting switch to ˚ in order to activate the Forced TTL function (see page 69). Forced TTL simply disables the standby function. If the camera setting switch is set to K, the standby function will work and the slave flash will not fire.

4 Setting up a master flash unit and slave unit(s)

Set the zoom-head position and the flash-to-subject distance on the master flash unit. Set up the slave unit(s) in the same way.

5 Follow the same procedures as in normal TTL Auto Flash mode.

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Contents SB-27 Foreword Please check which group your camera belongs toCamera groups Ⅲ*4About this manual Take some trial shots Tips on using the SpeedlightUse 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 TTLCamera settings Metering system*2 ProceduresLens in use TTL If ready- light is ON, release shutterNikkor lenses Without built-in CPU*4 Camera settings Lens Use Nikkor lenses With built-in CPUMetering 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 24mm and longer Nikkor lenses 35mm 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 cameraISO film speed and coefficient ThruIf 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 IExposure compensation for flash photography Canceling exposure compensationCameras in Group Multiple flash operation-using more than one Speedlight Cameras in GroupTTL multiple flash operation procedures Multiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thruCameras in Groups I thru VI and F3-Series camerasSpeedlight 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 modeForced a mode Setting Forced TTL and Forced a modesCanceling 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 waterTips on Speedlight care MaintenanceStorage 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 FlashStandard TTL Flash Red-eye reductionSync shutter speed Specifications VerticalSpecifications 1000 sec. at 1/1 full output