Nikon SB-600 user manual LCD panel, Flash mode p

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LCD panel

For reference, all indications are displayed in the illustration.

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1Flash mode (p. 26)

2Wireless remote flash (p. 62) In the wireless multiple flash mode, the SB-600 is set as a remote flash unit, which fires in sync with the master flash unit.

3Sound monitor (p. 67)

When the SB-600 is set as a remote flash unit, you can monitor its operation by listening to the beeping sound.

4Compatible with CLS* (p. 5) The SB-600 is connected to cameras compatible with CLS*.

5Zoom-head position (p. 40)

6Channel (p. 63)

Represents the communication channel number through which the master and remote flash units exchange data in the Advanced Wireless Lighting mode.

7Auto FP High-Speed Sync (p. 48) The SB-600 automatically fires at faster shutter speeds exceeding the camera’s sync shutter speed.

8Flash output level (p. 34)

9Flash output-level compensation (p. 44)

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10Underexposure in TTL auto flash (p. 29)

11Flash output-level compensation value (p. 44)

Underexposure value in TTL auto flash (p. 29)

Indicates the underexposure value, showing that the light might be insufficient in the TTL auto flash mode.

Flash output level in Manual flash (p. 34)

12Group (p. 63)

Represents the group of each remote flash unit in the Advanced Wireless Lighting mode.

13Control buttons being locked (p. 12)

Control buttons (except the ON/OFF and FLASH buttons) are locked.

14Red-eye reduction (p. 46)

15AF assist illuminator (p. 51)

16LCD panel illuminator (p. 15) Pressing any control button turns on the LCD panel illuminator.

17Standby function (p. 21)

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Contents SB-600 For your safety Preparation For your safety IiiPreparation For your safety Contents Contents Preparation Basic operationDetailed operation Other functionsMain features and functions of the SB-600 ForewordNikon Creative Lighting System Marks used in this manual Supplied accessoriesForeword Tips on using the Speedlight Using your Speedlight correctlyTake trial shots Have Nikon spot-check your Speedlight regularlyCamera groups and available flash modes Group Camera nameManual mode Speedlight parts and their functions Control buttons p Mounting-foot lock lever p Control buttons Easy setting for the optimum TTL auto flash mode Flash mode p LCD panelCharacteristics of the LCD panel Using the SB-600 in dim lightLenses CPU lensesType Nikkor lenses CPU Nikkor lensesBasic operation Installing the batteries Usable batteriesReplacing/recharging the batteries Type of battery Recycling time RemedyMinimum number of flashes and recycling times Button Test firing Confirming the exposureTest firing Standby function to conserve battery power Setting the standby functionAttach the SB-600 to the camera and adjust Digital data communication with the SB-600 Flash headTurn the mounting-foot lock lever securely until it stops Setting the camera’s exposure mode Exposure mode and metering systemMetering system Aperture-Priority Auto exposure a modeManual exposure M mode Setting the SB-600’s flash mode Selecting the flash modeISO sensitivity Flash shooting distance range in the TTL auto flash modeAbout the flash shooting distance range Set the camera’s flash sync mode to front-curtain sync Compose the picture and shoot with flashDisplay of the amount of underexposure Using the SB-600 with the Coolpix Detailed operation Monitor Preflashes SB-600’s available flash modesAvailable flash modes and usable cameras TTL auto flash mode TTL auto flash mode DAutomatic Balanced Fill-Flash Do Standard TTL flash DManual mode LCD panel in the Manual modeGuide number ISO 100, m/ft ISO sensitivity factorsTo calculate the correct aperture To obtain the correct flash output levelManual mode To calculate the shooting distanceSame flash Output level Setting the flash output levelWhen you press the j button When you press the i button Flash mode Max. number of continuous Synchronization during continuous flash shootingDo not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings Max. number of continuous firingsOther functions Setting the zoom-head position Power zoom functionUsing the built-in wide-flash adapter Setting the zoom-head position manuallyCanceling the power zoom function using Custom Settings Exposure compensation Available flash mode Usable camera BackgroundFor the main subject only For the background onlyManual flash mode CompensationMaking exposure compensation for the main subject only Making exposure compensation for the background onlyCanceling flash output-level compensation For details, see your camera user’s manual Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash mode Slow-sync flash mode, red-eye reduction controlSlow-sync flash Red-eye reductionShooting data Rear-curtain syncRear-curtain sync Auto FP High-Speed Sync mode for compatible cameras 14*1Zoom-head position mm Level Guide number in Auto FP High-Speed Sync ISO 100, m/ftFactors Flash Value Lock FV Lock for compatible cameras Autofocus flash operation in dim light For cameras compatible with CLSFor cameras having a built-in Speedlight Using the SB-600 off-cameraAutofocus flash operation in dim light No item appears when the settings are not available Custom SettingsSetting Custom Settings Custom Settings Details on Custom Settings Bold default settingBold default setting Power zoom function p LCD panel illuminator pPage Advanced operations Multiple flash Usable cameras Usable Speedlights Operation Overview of multiple flash operationMaster flash unit and remote flash units Advanced operations Setting up the master and remote flash units Wireless multiple flash shootingFlash set-up in the Advanced Wireless Lighting To prevent the remote flash units from firing accidentally Using the Speedlight StandAttachment to the Speedlight Stand Flash shooting in Advanced Wireless Lighting Setting the SB-600 as a remote flash unitSettings on the remote flash units Setting a group and channel number on the remote flash unitsFlash shooting in Advanced Wireless Lighting Examples of flash shooting in Advanced Wireless LightingSet the group of the remote flash units a and B Modeling illuminator in the Advanced Wireless Lighting mode Ready-light Sound Master Remote flash unitSpeedlight condition Ready Auxiliary Beeping Multiple flash shooting using cords Maximum number of flash units to be connected using cords Speedlight CoefficientSystem chart for TTL multiple flash shooting using cords Remote flash unit Bounce flash operation Tilting the flash headChoosing the reflecting surface Shooting dataAdvanced operations Flash head tilting and rotating angles Setting the flash headBounce flash operation Close-up flash operation Example of close-up shooting with two flash unitsClose-up flash operation Confirm that the ready-light is on, then shootISO sensitivity 100 200 400 800 1000 Coefficient m/ft 4.6 Setting the apertureWhen shooting subjects closer than 0.6 m 2 ft ISO Reference information Cameras compatible with the TTL/D-TTL auto flash mode Camera TTL mode Exposure Metering Lens CPU lens Non-CPU lens*1TTL auto flash modes available with the SB-600 Metering LensOptional accessories Accessories for multiple flashOptional accessories Other accessoriesUsing colored gel filters with digital cameras Balancing light from the flashCleaning Tips on Speedlight careStorage Operating locationUsable batteries NiCd batteriesProblem Cause TroubleshootingProblems with the SB-600 Troubleshooting Ready-light warning inside the camera’s viewfinderSpecifications Specifications Battery typeBounce capability ON/OFF button Ready-lightSettings Flash adapter DimensionsH x D Weight AccessoriesSymbol IndexRed-eye reduction with slow-sync

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