Kyocera NX instruction manual Taking photographs using a Contax TLA flash

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2. Taking photographs using a Contax TLA flash

A Contax flash unit is controlled from the camera in the same way as an internal flash to permit simple flash photography.

A flash unit separated from the camera is recommended when pho- tographing subjects at a distance beyond the range available with the internal flash.

<1. Taking photographs using the TTL auto flash function>

The amount of light from the flash reflected off the subject onto the film is mea- sured (TTL direct metering) to control the intensity of the flash.

Fit the TLA flash to the camera accessory shoe shown and

switch the flash power supply ON.

• The built-in flash cannot be used simultane- ously with a Contax TLA flash fitted on the accessory shoe.

Set the flash to the “TTL auto mode”.

When the flash is charged the “ ” mark is lit in the viewfinder and the shut- ter speed is set automatically in accor- dance with the camera exposure mode.

❖ Av (aperture priority auto)

Metered value of ambient light

 

Automatically set shutter speed

 

Display

 

 

 

 

 

32 to 1/60 sec.

 

1/60 sec.

 

“60” lit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/60 to 1/125 sec.

 

1/60 to 1/125 sec.

 

“60” to “125” lit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/125 to 1/4000 sec.

 

1/125 sec.

 

“125” flashes (*)

 

 

 

 

 

*“125” flashes to indicate overexposure. Close the aperture until the flashing ceases and the LED is lit continuously.

❖ Tv (shutter priority auto)

Set shutter speed

 

Automatically set shutter speed

 

Display

 

 

 

 

 

32 to 1/125 sec.

 

32 to 1/125 sec.

 

Set shutter speed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/125 to 1/4000 sec.

 

1/125 sec.

 

“125” lit

 

 

 

 

 

❖ P (program auto)

Metered value of ambient light

 

Automatically set shutter speed

 

Display

 

 

 

 

 

32 to 1/60 sec.

 

1/60 sec.

 

“60” lit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/60 to 1/125 sec.

 

1/60 to 1/125 sec.

 

“60” to “125” lit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/125 to 1/4000 sec.

 

1/125 sec.

 

“125” lit

 

 

 

 

 

❖M (manual exposure)

•The shutter speed is not set automatically with “M” selected. Always set to 1/125 sec. or less.

•The set shutter speed is displayed in the viewfinder.

Set the aperture or shutter speed in accordance with the table below, and take the photograph.

Exposure mode

 

Aperture or shutter speed

 

 

 

P

 

Set automatically by camera.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Av, M

 

Set the aperture. Take the photograph at the set aperture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tv

 

The aperture is set automatically to the standard value for ambient

 

light. Closed down automatically in bright light.

 

 

 

 

 

•If the light is adjusted following photography, the “ ” mark flashes for two seconds.

•If the “ ” mark does not flash following photography the subject is under exposed. Change the aperture and distance to the subject and take another photograph.

•Over-exposure may still occur even if the “ ” mark flashes following close-up photogra- phy. Photograph within the range described in the manual supplied with the flash unit.

•The ABC Exposure mode cannot be used with the flash.

•Check the flash performance when selecting drive mode “C” (continuous photography mode).

•Use ISO 25~800 film (does not include exposure compensation).

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Contents GB /D English Safety warningsPage Photography using infrared film Storing the cameraMicrocomputer Protective Circuit Contents Names of Parts Display Panel and Viewfinder Display Display panelViewfinder display Display panel illumination Basic Operations Prior to Shooting Fitting the eye cup/diopter correction lens Fitting the strap and viewfinder shade adapterInserting the batteries Inserting the batteries and checking the battery powerMounting lenses Mounting and removing lenses Holding the cameraRemoving lenses Remove the cameras body cap and the lens rear capLoading film Setting the film speed manually Automatic setting of the ISO film speedChecking the film speed Rewinding mid-way through the film Removing filmBasic Operations Cameras power is off Main switch Shutter release buttonOn The cameras power is on Power hold timeR dials Position dialPhotography SETMode details Mode button and mode detailsMetering mode details Sync switchABC/ button Focus buttonPage Using the Green Setting On the Position Dial Simple Shooting ProcedureFocusing mode flashes Using the green setting on the position dialGreen Subject and half-press the shutter buttonSelecting focus frames FocusingSelecting focus frames Locking a selected frameFocusing in the autofocus mode SAF single autofocusCAF continuous autofocus SAF single autofocus mode CAF continuous autofocus modeFocus lock Adjusting the focus Focusing manuallyRelationship between the focus mode and drive mode Focus display with manual focusingUsing lenses with an AF/MF select switch Selecting the Metering Mode Types of metering modes and their features Metering range Automatic metering rangeEvaluative metering mark See page 31 for setting details Set the exposure mode lever to AVApplied Photographic Techniques Autoexposure photographySet the exposure mode to Tv Set the exposure mode to PProgram auto-control diagram Tv stands for Time valueManual exposure photography Set the exposure mode to MOver-exposure warning Under-exposure warningGraph Set the aperture with the lensShutter is released and the film is Exposed while the shutter button isExposure mode Setting exposure compensation manually with Av, Tv, PWhat is compensated Taking photographs with exposure compensationTaking photographs with the AE lock Exposure mode What is compensatedABC stands for Automatic Bracketing Control Press the ABC button to set the ABC modeDisplay panel Focus on the subject and press the shutter buttonUsing the selftimer Replacing the Data back battery Date and time imprintingChanging the date and time Checking the depth of field Cable switch socketReplacing the camera back Depth of fieldPage Flash Photography Taking photographs using the internal flash Range for internal flash photography units in m Light compensation with the internal flashSation value Press the button to set light compensationTaking photographs using the TTL auto flash function Taking photographs using a Contax TLA flashAuto setting of the angle of illumination Taking photographs using a Contax TLA360 flashManual setting of the angle of illumination Auto set functionFlash intensity compensation Taking photographs using other flashes with the X contactAuto off and auto on functions Shoe stopperFlash photography techniques Slow synchronization photographyDaylight synchronization photography Second curtain synchronization Set the sync select switch toUse with exposure compensation Ghost movement of the subject thus appears more naturalCustom Functions List of custom functionsList of Custom Functions Setting custom functions Set the position dial to CFTurn the F dial to select Detail number Basic information on photography ReferenceSymptom Cause Solution See TroubleshootingSymptom Cause Solution SeeShutter speed Aperture value Av or P displayed in steps Shutter speed and aperture value displayAll modes 1/2Tv as custom function Tv and M With Tv and MMain Accessories Contax Data back D-11 Contax Cable switch LA typeFitting to the camera AttachingSpecifications Contax Power pack P-8, P-8DFit the GP-1 Contax power pack adapter to the camera Load the batteries in the Power pack. P-88D specifications Contax Power pack adapter GP-1Contax Flexible case C-9 Contax Mount adapter NAM-1Mounting the mount adapter and lens RemovingMain specifications Dimensions and weight
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