Quantum Instruments QFT5d-R, QFX5d-R operating instructions Manual Mode Operation

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9. MANUAL MODE OPERATION

The camera exposure may be set to any mode, and Qflash will emit the fixed amount of light shown on its display.

9.1 Manual Mode with sync only connection

Power, F/number, ISO are all user adjustable. The Set G button will cycle through them in that order.

Power settings are adjustable in 1/3 steps from full power to 1/64th power like this: 1/1, 1/1-, 1/2+, 1/2 ,1/2- …… 1/32, 1/32-, 1/64+, 1/64. Using ISO

and Aperture settings, Qflash calculates the optimal flash distance. Match these settings to your camera’s film speed and aperture.

Flash Compensation setting allows you to fine tune your Qflash in manu- al mode from +2 to –2 stops in 1/3 step increments.

For model X5d-R only there is an additional Manual setting for 200/400 watt seconds, which can be set in the option menu.

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Contents Qflash 5d-R series Digital Flash QFT5D Instructions 10/5/06 1027 AM QFT5D Instructions 10/5/06 1027 AM Flash Display Symbols Table of Contents IntroductionAdvanced Features Summary FeatureFeatures Available with Qttl D, Dw, Dw-R Series Adapters Getting Started Inserting the Flash TubeExcessive force is not required Reflectors and Bare BulbConnecting Qflash to a Camera Bracket MountingBasic Navigation Common Features Option Menu Flash Sensor Limit for Auto Mode Flash Indicator LightsReflector settings Basic Options Distance Units Setting Compensation Option Menu Exposure Compensation Manual mode Qflash Compensation Auto mode Qflash CompensationRestoring Factory settings Option Menu 3 FW7Q Zone ControlManual Mode Operation Manual mode with Qttl adapter connection Manual shooting made easyAutomatic Mode Operation Automatic Mode with Sync only ConnectionAuto mode exposure indications Auto Fill Auto mode with Qttl adapterOUT of Range Decrease Fill or F# Auto Sensor LimitSetting the Sensor Limit Quick turn on / OFF of Sensor LimitOpen field Using the Sensor LimitTwo subjects separated by a gap TTL Mode Qttl modeStroboscopic Mode Operation Program Mode OperationHow to set up or change a Program To clear out a ProgramSet up the Remote Qflashs QTTLw Wireless TTL modeLocal Qflash is optional Always set up the Remote Qflashs first Local, on-camera flash is requiredSet up the Mode of the Remote Qflashs Wireless Auto FillLocal, on-camera flash is optional Wireless Control Mode Local Qflash is requiredSet up the Remote Qflash Groups Wireless Control Mode Important NotesAvailable Modes and Features of Qflash Wireless Operation Sync only setup Example of independent Qflash operationWired Control Mode Set up the Control UnitSelecting a different flash as the control flash Select the Mode and settings for all flashesChanging Remote 1 to Remote 2 or Remote 2 to Remote Typical Lighting Situations PortraitWireless lighting ratios made easy Lighting ratios using a control cableLimited Warranty Customer ServiceSummary Qflash Accessories Other Quantum Products P635