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