Metz 34 AF-3M operating instructions Setting the mecablitz into operation, Features this function

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3. Setting the mecablitz into operation

3.1 Preconditions

The mecablitz must only be used with TTL flash controlled cameras!

The sensor of TTL flash controlled cameras measures the light reaching the film through the camera lens and instantly cuts out the ￿ flash when the film has been correctly expo- sed. Please refer to the camera’s operating instructions to find out whether your camera

features this function.

Afull-power flash is fired if the camera does not feature TTL flash control!

In other words: Without TTL flash control, the mecablitz fires an unmeasured flash at maximum output.

If there is a flashgun integrated in the camera it must be switched off or completely folded down when the mecablitz is used.

OFFON

Fig. 3: Switching the flashgun on and off

3.2 Switching the flashgun on and off

Set the main switch in the ON position to turn on the flashgun. The green flash-ready indicator lights up to indicate flash readiness.

Set the main switch in the OFF position to turn off the flashgun.

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Contents Mecablitz 34 AF-3 M Dear Customer ForewordContents Do not dispose of spent batteries with domestic rubbish Safety instructionsDo not short-circuit batteries! Danger of Explosion Disposal of batteriesPreparing the mecablitz for use Power supplyLoading and exchanging batteries Mounting/Removing the flashgun Automatic flashgun switch-offFeatures this function Setting the mecablitz into operationSwitching the flashgun on and off Correct-exposure indication see fig Flashgun instructions to the cameraFlash-ready indication Automatic flash sync speed controlDisplays Meaning Viewfinder TTL flash control Normal synchronisation Flash synchronisationSlow-synchronisation Second curtain synchronisation Rear Flash in the individual camera modes Auto program mode with flash P-functionFlash in the A, S and M modes AF red-light beam Autofocus measuring flashOnly the central AF sensor is supported Fill-in flash Flash techniques and flash functionsExposure correction Mounting and removing the attachments Lighting and attachmentsGuiding edge Case gap Forming the flash capacitor Care and maintenance TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Switch off the flashgun with the main switchNumber of flashes Flash recycling time Technical dataColour temperature approx K Synchronization Flash durationSticker can be applied to the back of the flashgun Lighting distances