Metz 34 AF-3M Automatic flashgun switch-off, the flashgun was switched on the last flash was fired

2. Preparing the mecablitz for use

☞When loading the batteries ensure correct pola- rity. Incorrectly loaded batteries can destroy the flashgun! All batteries must be of the same make and have the same charge level. Exhau- sted batteries must not be thrown into the dustbin! Contribute to the protection of the environment and discard exhausted batteries at the appropriate disposal points.

2.3Automatic flashgun switch-off

To avoid accidental battery discharge the flashgun automatically switches itself off to save power approximately 8 minutes after

-the flashgun was switched on

-the last flash was fired

-tripping the camera release, or

-switching on the camera light metering system. The green flash-ready indicator is turned off.

To turn on the mecablitz again switch the main switch OFF and then ON. The flashgun should always be turned off if it is not being used.

2.4Mounting/Removing the flashgun

• Turn off the mecablitz.

• Press the unlocking catch at the back of the mecablitz (see fig. 2).

• Slide the mounting foot into the camera’s mounting shoe.

• Always turn off the flashgun before it is removed.

• Press the unlocking catch at the back of the mecablitz (fig. 2) and withdraw from the camera.

Fig. 2: Unlocking catch

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