Metz 54 MZ-3 Possible cause, Flash bracketing cannot be set in TTL mode, 112

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The exposure correction value flashes on the meca- blitz display

A flash exposure correction value (EV) is set on the mecablitz, e.g. in TTL flash mode. The correction value flashes on the mecablitz LC-display after it has been sto- red.

Possible cause:

The camera system does not allow the setting of a cor- rection value on the mecablitz! If necessary, the required correction value must be set on the camera (see opera- ting instructions for the given camera). The correction value flashing on the mecablitz LC-display does not influence the exposure!

NOTE: The flashing correction value as a warning signal is not supported by all camera systems! Flash exposure correction in "A" automatic mode of the mecablitz can be set and executed with most system cameras (Minolta is the exception!).

Flash bracketing cannot be set in TTL mode

The "Fb" flash bracketing function cannot be selected in the TTL mode with the "Select" key of the mecablitz.

Possible cause:

Various cameras and camera systems do not support the mecablitz flash exposure correction setting when in TTL mode. Since flash bracketing operates with exposure correction values, selection of flash bracketing is sup- pressed right from the outset in the mecablitz menu. However, "FB" flash bracketing in "A" automatic mode of the mecablitz can be set and executed with most system cameras (Minolta is the exception!). "Fb" flash bracketing is not adjustable on the mecablitz 70 MZ-4!

(Pe): No flash readiness is indicated in the camera's viewfinder even though the mecablitz flash ready signal is illuminated. The mecablitz is not triggered when the picture is shot.

•The mecablitz operates in spot-beam mode; only the AF red-light emitter of the mecablitz is supported. The operating mode selector of the SCA 3702 adapter is in the "SB" position.

Remedy: Set the operating mode selector of the SCA

3702 adapter to the extreme left-hand position , i.e. first-curtain synchronisation.

(Pe): Correct exposure confirmation is given in the camera's viewfinder (flash ready symbol flashes) even though no picture was shot.

•This is a warning signal. The position of the zoom reflector is not sufficient to ensure complete illuminati-

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