Metz CL-1 User Manual

MECABLITZ 45CL-1Operating instructionsTV. VIDEO. AUDIO. MECABLITZ

103. Automatic Flash ModeTo achieve the shortest possible depth-of-field (as required in portraiture) we recommend anaperture of f/2.8. For group shot

4. Manual Flash ModeFig. 7: Shot with direct flash lightIn this mode the flashgun will emit its full power. The flashgun can be adapted to the actual

125. Bounced FlashFig. 9: Bounced flash (The photo was shot with the flash bounced off the right-hand wall)Photos shot with full frontal flash are eas

5. Bounced Flash5.1 Bounced flash in automatic flash modesIt is advisable to check prior to the actual exposure whether the light is sufficient for th

146. Fill-in Flash in DaylightFig. 13: Fill-in flash in daylight (left without - right with mecablitz)The mecablitz can also be used for fill-in flash

157. Auto-Check DisplayFig. 10: Manual firing button Fig.11: Auto-check signalThe auto-check signal o.k. lights up only when the frame will be, or was

8. Illumination and Wide-Angle DiffuserThe wide-angle diffusor widens the horizontal lighting angle from 62° to 65°, and the verticallighting angle fr

1710. Care and MaintenanceRemove dust and grime with a soft dry cloth, or a silicon-treated cloth. Do not use detergents asthese may damage the plasti

11. Technical DataGuide numbers at ISO 100/21°: For meter systems: 45; for feet systems: 1485 auto working apertures at ISO 100/21°: f/2.8 - f/4 -

1911. Technical DataFilm speed ISOGuide numberfor meter systems23252832364045505764718090101113127142for feet systems748393105118132148166186209235263

2ContentsCongratulations on purchasing this METZ flashgun, and thank you for your confidence in METZequipment.It is only natural that you should want

12. Optional AccessoriesMalfunctions and damage caused to the mecablitz 45 CL-1 due to the use of accessories from other manufacturers are not covered

12. Optional Accessories• Mecamat 45-46 (Order No: 0004546)External sensor that significantly extends the application range of the mecablitz. 11 autoa

IndexAccessories, 41Auto-check display, 36Automatic flash mode, 30Bounced flash, 33Exposure corrections, 38Fill-in flash, 35Manual flash mode, 32Mount

Points worth knowingThis flashgun can be used with:• All cameras with a hot shoe in conjunction with the synch cable 45-54 (optional accessory)• All c

41. Safety Instructions• Never fire a flash in the immediate vicinity of the eyes!Flash fired directly in front of the eyes of a person or animal can

2. Preparing the Flashgun for UseFig. 1a: Mounting the components Fig.1b: Inserting the camera bracket2.1 Attaching the flashgun to a cameraThe macabl

62. Preparing the Flashgun for UseFig.2a: Battery changing Fig.2b: Opening the battery housing(only with BAT-version, otherwise optional extra)2.2 Pow

Fig. 3a: Voltage selector Fig.3b: Charging the battery2. Preparing the Flashgun for Use2.3.2 Operation with the battery pack (only with NC-version, ot

82. Preparing the Flashgun for UseFig. 4: Switching on the flashgun2.3.3 Operation with the mains unitThe mecablitz can be powered directly from a wal

Fig. 6: Example3. Automatic Flash ModeFig. 5: Measuring procedure for automatic flash modeIn the automatic flash mode the photosensor measures the lig