Pentax AF-360FGZ Using the Flash Modes, TTL auto flash P-TTL, TTL auto flash TTL, Auto flash a

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Using the Flash Modes

The AF360FGZ has the following flash modes. Select the mode best suited for the subject.

Before photographing, confirm the following.

1.Whether your camera supports the desired flash mode.

ÝCameras that Support Each Flash Mode (Page 57)

2.Whether you can use the desired function with the combination of your camera and the flash mode you have set.

ÝFunctions Related to Each Flash Mode (Page 61 - 68)

P-TTL auto flash (P-TTL)

A pre-flash is fired before the main flash so that the multi-segment metering sensor can measure the subject's distance, brightness, brightness difference, backlit condition, etc. The data obtained is incorporated to set the output of the main flash. This mode obtains more accurate results than with the conventional TTL mode. Refer to page 23 for instructions on how to use this flash mode.

TTL auto flash (TTL)

Based on the amount of light reflected off the film of the camera, the camera adjusts the flash output automatically to obtain a correct exposure. Refer to page 24 for instructions on how to use this flash mode.

Auto flash (A)

The built-in flash metering sensor adjusts the flash output automatically. Use with cameras that are not P- TTL or TTL Auto flash compatible. Refer to page 25 for instructions on how to use this flash mode.

Manual flash (M)

When the camera is set to manual exposure, manual flash can be set to suit the subject distance and aperture. The manual flash output can be set to 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, or 1/32. Refer to page 27 for instructions on how to use this flash mode.

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Contents Auto Zoom Electronic Flash Unit Operating Manual Bundled Items For Safe USE of Your Flash Unit 00AF360FGZ.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Precautions for Your Flash Unit 00AF360FGZ.book Page 4 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Table of Contents Names of Parts 00AF360FGZ.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM LCD Panel Indicator TTL Ý a Ý M Ý SBAuto Check Display Inserting the Batteries Types of Batteries Mounting to Camera Turning the Power On Auto Power Off Function Quick Power On FunctionSelect Button S/Adjustment Dial Functions ProcedureConnected Flash Mode Adjustment Range When using multiple flash units set to P-TTL orSame time, use the camera’s exposure CompensationCamera Format and Flash Coverage Angle Auto Zoom A.Zoom Manual Zoom M.ZoomZoom Positions by Camera format Camera Digital camera35mm camera 35mm Camera Camera Lens Types Camera Focal lengthUsing the Flash Modes TTL auto flash P-TTLTTL auto flash TTL Auto flash aTTL Auto Flash Turn on the flash unitIs displayed on the LCD panel Auto Flash Select M.Zoom regardless of the type of lens being used Manual Flash You can set the flash output from 1/1 to 1/32. SeeExample Refer to page 79 for the guide number table00AF360FGZ.book Page 28 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Using the Sync Mode Leading Curtain Sync ModeTrailing Curtain Sync Mode High Speed Sync ModeLeading Curtain Sync Mode Trailing Curtain Sync ModeHigh-Speed Sync Mode Flash will be set to high-speed sync modeWhen the shutter speed exceeds X-sync speed Will be shown on the LCD panel only00AF360FGZ.book Page 32 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Contrast Control Sync Flash With a single flash With contrast control sync flash Wireless Mode Advanced Functions00AF360FGZ.book Page 36 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Using the AF360FGZ in Combination with a Built-in Flash Unit Viewfinder When Attaching the AF360FGZ to the Camera for Control Flash Preparation of Flash Unit Attached to CameraPreparation of Separated Flash Unit PhotographingUse both flash units as main flashes 00AF360FGZ.book Page 42 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Wireless High-Speed Sync Photography 00AF360FGZ.book Page 44 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Using the AF360FGZ in Combination with another AF360FGZ 5sync mode Slave LCD panelCheck that the ready lamp is lit, then take the picture NSlave Mode Setting When photographing with slave flashFlash will not fire properly if the slave mode To finish settingSlow-Speed-Sync Photography Bounce Flash TTL, TTL Auto Flash Photography Manual Flash PhotographyUsing the AF Spotbeam Exclusively as a Focusing Aid AF SpotbeamWide-Angle Panel and Catchlight Wide-angle panelCatchlight panel Modeling Flash/Test Flash Modeling FlashTest Flash Connecting the AF360FGZ with Extension Cord Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode Flash Mode CameraSupported Functions for Pentax Cameras ZX-M, SFXN/SF1N Cameras that Support Each Sync Mode Sync Mode Camera RestrictionsCameras that Support Wireless Mode FunctionCamera Cameras that Support Slow-Speed-Sync Mode Functions Related to Each Flash ModeFunction Camera Cameras that Support P-TTL Auto Flash Mode Flash photography Photography Photography*1Camera type Cameras that Support TTL Auto Flash Mode Film cameras 35mm autofocus single lens reflex camerasPhotography Spotbeam Camera type Flash Mode TTL P-TTL auto TTL TTL auto Auto flash Film cameras medium formatType H Super A/Super Program Type a SF7/SF10 Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync Yes Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync High-speed sync Sync Mode Restrictions Camera Model Camera Settings RestrictionsLeading Curtain Sync Photography Trailing Curtain Sync PhotographySFX/SF1, SFXN/SF1N, SF7/SF10, Z-10/PZ-10 Flash Unit Flash Mode Camera Model Contrast Control Sync PhotographyCamera Category Camera Model Shutter Speed Film cameras medium 645N2, 645N High-Speed-Sync Mode Photography By High-Speed Sync ModeExposure Modes Not Supported Slow-Speed-Sync Photography Restrictions Slow-Speed-Sync PhotographyExposure Modes Not Supported by Slower than 1/250 sec Precautions When Photographing with a Slave Flash Set the slave mode of the flash unit to SLAVE2 refer toBe sure to set the camera as follows Flash Effective Range Calculating the Flash Effective RangeExample Effective flash range indicator Display of Flash Effective RangeGuide Number GN Zoom positionLight 645 IntensityFlash LightHigh-Speed Sync Guide Number Shutter35mm 85mm 70mm 50mm 28mm 24mm 20mm SpeedTTL and TTL Auto Flash Effective Range Digital00AF360FGZ.book Page 83 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Optional Accessories Specifications Type Guide No ISO85mm 70mm 50mm 35mm 28mm 24mm 20mm Flash modes Memo 00AF360FGZ.book Page 89 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM 00AF360FGZ.book Page 90 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1209 PM Warranty Policy For customers in the USA For customers in CanadaPour les utilisateurs an Canada Information on disposal for users European UnionPentax Canada Inc Headquarters