tStandby function to conserve battery power

If the SB-800 and the camera are not used for more than a specified time, the standby function activates and automatically turns the SB-800 off to conserve battery power (it goes into the standby mode).

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

When in the standby mode, the SB-800 turns back on again when the SB-800’s b or FLASH button is pressed, or the shutter release button is lightly pressed (when using a camera body that is compatible with TTL auto flash) (p. 8).

In the Wireless flash mode, the standby function activates in approx. 40 seconds (default setting) when the SB-800 is used as the master flash unit. However, the standby function does not work regardless of the SB-800’s setting when the Speedlight is used as a remote flash unit (p. 73).

If the ready-light does not come on in approx. 60 seconds after turning the power on or after the flash has fired, the SB-800 enters the standby mode regardless of the SB-800’s setting.

To avoid accidental firing or a malfunction when carrying the SB-800 in your camera bag, press the b button to turn the flash unit off and make sure the R indicator disappears.

Adjusting the time before the SB-800 goes into the standby mode

Adjust this duration using Custom settings (p. 67).

Basic operation

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Nikon SB-800 Standby function to conserve battery power, Adjust this duration using Custom settings p Basic operation