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Nikon SB-600 instruction manual Foreword, Marks used in this manual, Supplied accessories

Models: SB-600

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Foreword

●●● Notes

•Default: Functions and flash modes preset when shipped from the factory are referred to as “Default” settings in this manual.

•CLS: Hereafter, Nikon’s new Speedlight system “Creative Lighting

System” is abbreviated “CLS.”

●●● Marks used in this manual

•v: Denotes important points to prevent malfunction or shooting failure.

•t: Useful points that should be remembered for better usage of the SB-600.

•u: Provides convenient reference information when using the SB-600.

●●● Supplied accessories

Speedlight Stand	Soft Case
AS-19	SS-600

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Nikon SB-600 instruction manual Foreword, Marks used in this manual, Supplied accessories

Contents

SB-600 SB-600 EnContents · System chart for TTL multiple flash shooting · Confirming wireless multiple flash operation· Multiple flash shooting using cords · Flash Value Lock FV LockMain features and functions of the SB-600 ForewordCreative Lighting System Supplied accessories ForewordMarks used in this manual Take trial shots Tips on using the SpeedlightUsing your Speedlight correctly Have Nikon spot-check your Speedlight regularlyGroup Camera name Not available Manual modeAvailable TTLSpeedlight 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 lightType Nikkor lenses LensesCPU 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 Basic operationButton Test firing Confirming the exposureTest firing Do not test fire the Speedlight near your eyesStandby function to conserve battery power Setting the standby functionAttach the SB-600 to the camera and adjust Flash head Turn the mounting-foot lock lever securely until it stopsDigital data communication with the SB-600 Exposure mode and metering system Set the camera’s exposure mode to Programmed Auto PSet the camera’s metering system to Matrix Metering Y Aperture-Priority Auto exposure a mode Manual exposure M modeMetering system Setting the SB-600’s flash mode Selecting the flash modePress the a button to set the flash mode Flash shooting distance range in the TTL auto flash mode About the flash shooting distance rangeISO sensitivity Set the camera’s flash sync mode to front-curtain sync Confirm the camera’s sync modeDisplay of the amount of underexposure Using the SB-600 with the Coolpix Using the SB-600 with Coolpix digital camerasDetailed operation Available flash modes and usable cameras Manual mode Manual flash No limitationSB-600s available flash modes Monitor PreflashesAutomatic Balanced Fill-Flash Do TTL auto flash modeTTL auto flash mode D Standard TTL flash DManual mode LCD panel in the Manual modeTo calculate the correct aperture Determining the aperture and flash output level Manual modeGuide number ISO 100, m/ft To calculate the guide numberManual mode Press the i or j button to increase or decrease the valuesSet the aperture on your camera or lens Confirm that the ready-light comes on, then shoot Setting the flash output levelWhen you press the j button When you press the i button Same flash Output levelDo not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings Flash mode Max. number of continuousSynchronization during continuous flash shooting 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 Other functionsFor the main subject only Exposure compensation Available flash mode Usable cameraManual flash mode Cameras in all groups For the background only SpeedsMaking exposure compensation for the main subject only Manual flash modeCompensation Making exposure compensation for the background onlyCanceling flash output-level compensation Page Slow-sync flash Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash modeSlow-sync flash mode, red-eye reduction control Red-eye reductionRear-curtain sync Rear-curtain syncShooting data Auto FP High-Speed Sync mode for compatible cameras Flash Value Lock FV Lock for compatible cameras Autofocus flash operation in dim light For cameras compatible with CLSUsing the SB-600 off-camera For cameras having a built-in SpeedlightCustom Settings Setting Custom SettingsNo item appears when the settings are not available Details on Custom Settings Bold default setting Custom Settings Bold default setting Power zoom function pLCD panel illuminator p Advanced operations Multiple flash Usable cameras Usable Speedlights Operation Overview of multiple flash operationMaster flash unit and remote flash units Possible withAdvanced operations Wireless multiple flash shooting Flash set-up in the Advanced Wireless LightingSetting up the master and remote flash units Using the Speedlight Stand Attachment to the Speedlight StandTo prevent the remote flash units from firing accidentally 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 Lights up Blinks slowly One beep Ready to fire Multiple flash shooting using cords Manual MMaximum number of flash units to be connected using cords Speedlight CoefficientSystem chart for TTL multiple flash shooting using cords Remote flash unit Choosing the reflecting surface Bounce flash operationTilting the flash head Shooting dataAdvanced operations Setting the flash head Bounce flash operationFlash head tilting and rotating angles Close-up flash operation Example of close-up shooting with two flash unitsClose-up flash operation Confirm that the ready-light is on, then shootSetting the aperture When shooting subjects closer than 0.6 m 2 ftISO sensitivity 100 200 400 800 1000 Coefficient m/ft 4.6 ISO Reference information TTL/D-TTL auto flash mode Cameras compatible with the TTL/D-TTL auto flash modeExposure mode Metering system Camera TTL mode Current TTL Exposure Metering Lens GroupCamera TTL mode Current TTL Exposure Metering Lens CPU lens Non-CPU lens*1TTL auto flash modes available with the SB-600 CPU*4/non-CPU lensOptional accessories Accessories for multiple flashUsing colored gel filters with digital cameras Optional accessoriesOther accessories Balancing light from the flashStorage CleaningTips on Speedlight care Operating locationUsable batteries Li-ion batteriesTroubleshooting Problems with the SB-600Problem Cause Troubleshooting Ready-light warning inside the camera’s viewfinderSpecifications Bounce capability ON/OFF button SpecificationsBattery type Min. recycling Min. number of flashes Ready-lightH x D Weight SettingsFlash adapter Dimensions AccessoriesSymbol IndexRed-eye reduction with slow-sync 8MSA1411