Nikon SB-27 instruction manual Optional accessories

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Optional accessories

Sync Cord SC-11 and SC-15

Use Sync Cord SC-11 or SC-15 when using the SB-27 off-camera or mounting the SB-27 on a camera without an accessory shoe, or performing Multiple Flash operation in manual (M) mode with the SB-27. The SC-11 is approx. 25 cm (9.8 in.) long; the SC-15 is approx. 1m (3.2 ft.) long.

TTL Remote Cord SC-17 and SC-24

Use Remote Cord SC-17 for TTL Auto Flash operation when using the SB-27 off-camera. The SC-17 comes with one tripod socket and two TTL multiple flash terminals. The SC-17 is approx. 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) long. Use the SC-24 when the DW-20 or DW-21 is mounted on the F4-Series camera.

TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC-18 and SC-19

Use Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC-18 or SC-19 to connect the flash unit to the multiple flash terminal of the SC-17 or AS-10 for TTL multiple flash operation. The SC-18 is approx. 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) long, and the SC-19 is approx. 3 m (9.8 ft.) long.

TTL Multi-Flash Adapter AS-10

Use multi-flash adapter AS-10 when using more than three flash units for TTL multiple flash operation, or if the slave flash units are not equipped with multiple flash terminals. The AS-10 comes with one tripod socket and three TTL multiple flash terminals.

Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15

Use Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 to connect the SB-27 with cameras with no sync terminal provided.

Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4

Useful for multiple flash photography, the SU-4 features a built-in, movable light sensor and an accessory shoe for attachment of a slave Speedlight. The SU-4’s light sensor not only triggers the slave unit to fire in unison with the master flash, but controls the flash duration of the slave unit in sync with the master unit to provide TTL, non-TTL, or Manual operation.

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Contents SB-27 Please check which group your camera belongs to ForewordⅢ*4 Camera groupsAbout 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 TTL LCD panel indicationsPreparations for Installing batteries To turn the SB-27’s power on again Setting the standby functionStandby function Cameras in Groups I thru VI featuring TTL Auto FlashFor F50-Series/N50, F-601/N6006, and F-601M/N6000 Cameras in Group VII without TTL Auto FlashAttaching the SB-27 to the camera Adjusting the flash head Selecting a measurement system meters/feet Ready-light blinks when flash fires at its maximum output Ready-light comes on when charging is completedReady-light Replace batteries with a fresh setTest firing with the open-flash button Ready-light comes on when the SB-27 is ready to fireWith cameras in Groups I Setting ISO film speedWith cameras in Groups III thru Set the ISO film speed manually as followsSetting zoom-head position Other camera/lens combinations Press the Zoom button to adjust the zoom-head positionBasic flash operation TTL Selecting a flash modeLens in use ProceduresCamera settings Metering system*2 If ready- light is ON, release shutter TTLMetering system *2 Camera settings Lens Use Nikkor lenses With built-in CPUNikkor lenses Without built-in CPU*4 Distance range Exposure Mode*5Lens in use Available flash Camera settingsSystem Nikkor lenses Without built-inGroup III F-601/N6006, F-601M/N6000 Mode Shooting distance rangeExposure ShootingCameras Exposure mode Shooting If ready- light is ON, release shutter Group IV F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50, F-401x/N5005Nikon Series E lenses Flash Auto a Manual M Lens Available flash Cameras Use OperationOther Nikkor lenses Standard TTL Flash Auto a Manual MSet the lens to its minimum aperture highest f-number Group V F-501/N2020, F-301/N2000Programmed TTL Auto Auto P Flash Lens in use Available flash CamerasNikkor 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 Non-TTL Auto Flash Flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in GroupAperture-priority Auto a Manual M F3-Series, F55-Series/N55-Series, New FM2, FM10, FE10If the ready-light blinks after shooting Bounce flash Multiple flash Advanced flash OperationFlash operation in Manual M mode For Press the M button to choose the desired light output Cameras in all groupsOther camera/lens combinations Flash operation in Manual M mode For camerasSafety range in continuous firing Number of continuous flash frames in Manual M Flash modeAll groups Synchronization in continuous shootingTo calculate a correct aperture Adjustment factors for other ISO film speedsTo calculate the shooting distance Guide number at ISO 100 for m/ftAutofocus flash operation in dim light Autofocus flash operation in dim light Built-in diffuser card Bounce flash operationSet the built-in bounce flash adapter as shown Nikkor lenses 35mm and longerNikkor lenses 24mm and longer Set the SB-27s flash mode selector to Auto Procedures for bounce flash operationSet up the built-in bounce flash adapter To set up the diffuser card Highlight your subject’s eyes using bounced flashTwo methods are possible Close-up flash operation in Auto modeOther notes Usable lenses are limitedProcedures with the SB-27 mounted on the camera Close-up flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in GroupsIf the ready-light blinks for 3 seconds after shooting, see ThruISO film speed and coefficient Close-up flash operation using a TTL Remote Cord Close-up flash operation in Auto mode CamerasGroups I thru Exposure compensation for flash photography Setting exposure compensation on the SB-27 Setting exposure compensation for flashSetting method varies depending on the camera Cameras in Groups ICameras in Group Canceling exposure compensationExposure compensation for flash photography Cameras in Group Multiple flash operation-using more than one SpeedlightMultiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thru TTL multiple flash operation proceduresSpeedlight coefficients VI and F3-Series camerasCameras in Groups I thru Group System chart for TTL multiple flashSlave flash unit F3-Series camerasUsable remote cords optional See Manual multiple flash operation proceduresForced TTL mode Setting and canceling Forced TTL mode/Forced a modeCanceling Forced TTL and Forced a modes Setting Forced TTL and Forced a modesForced a mode Red-eye reduction control Other information Available external power source optional See Using an external power sourceUsable sync cords SC-11, SC-15 optional See Connecting the SB-27 to a camera with a sync cordFM3A, New FM2 FA, FE2, FG, and NikonosOFF TroubleshootingOptional accessories Modulate Remote Control Set ML-2 Optional accessoriesTTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series cameras DC Unit SD-7Avoid physical shocks Tips on Speedlight careNever disassemble Keep the SB-27 away from waterStorage MaintenanceTips on Speedlight care Page About NiCd batteries Using the SB-27 in low temperaturesGlossary of terms TTL High-Speed Sync Flash Glossary of terms3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Autofocus assist illuminationBounce flash operation Center-Weighted/Spot Fill-FlashCatchlight Flash exposure compensationGuide Number Front-curtain sync flashMatrix Balanced Fill Flash Monitor PreflashMultiple flash operation Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-flashNon-TTL auto flash Programmed TTL Auto FlashSync shutter speed Red-eye reductionStandard TTL Flash Vertical SpecificationsSpecifications 1000 sec. at 1/1 full output