Nikon SB-600 Standby function to conserve battery power, Setting the standby function

tStandby function to conserve battery power

If the SB-600 and camera are not being used, the standby function will automatically activate after 40 seconds, switching the SB-600 to standby mode to conserve battery power.

•In the standby mode, the R indicator appears on the LCD panel.

•When used with a camera body that is compatible with the TTL auto flash mode (p. 8), the SB-600 will automatically turn off after the camera’s exposure meter is switched off.

•When in standby mode, the SB-600 turns back on again when its b or h button is pressed or the shutter release button is lightly pressed (when using a camera body that is compatible with the TTL auto flash mode) (p. 8).

•The standby function does not work in the wireless flash mode, regardless of the SB-600’s setting, when the Speedlight is used as a remote flash unit (p. 57).

•If, due to battery exhaustion, the ready-light does not come on within 60 seconds of turning on the power or after the flash has fired, the following indicator appears on the LCD panel and the SB-600 enters standby mode regardless of its setting. In this case, replace or recharge your batteries.

•To avoid accidental firing or a malfunction when carrying the SB-600 in your camera bag, press the b button to turn off the flash unit, and make sure the R indicator disappears.

Setting the standby function

Set the standby function in the Custom Settings mode (p. 52).

Basic operation

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