Metz AF-3N User Manual

TV • VIDEO • CAMCORDER • MECABLITZMECABLITZ 34 AF-3 N Operating instructions

5. TTL flash controlThe mecablitz receives its information exclusi-vely from the connected TTL-controlled camera.Exposure measurement in TTL mode (TTL

6. Flash synchronisationDifferent modes of flash synchronisation are pos-sible, depending on the camera model. Pleaserefer to the camera’s operating i

6. Flash synchronisation6.3 Second curtain synchronisation (REAR)Some cameras offer the facility of second shuttercurtain synchronisation. With normal

7. Flash in the individual camera modesUse of flash in the program modesTTL-controlled flash shots can be made in all exposure and auto program modes.

8. Autofocus measuring flashThe integrated AF red-light beam of the mecablitzsupports the automatic focusing of autofocus TTLcameras. When the prevail

8. Autofocus measuring flashAF operating modesTwo operating modes are available with AF came-ras (depending on the camera model):• Focusing priority

9. Flash techniques and flash functions9.1 Automatic fill-in flashSome cameras offer the facility of activating auto-matic fill-in flash control or a

10. Lighting and attachmentsYour mecablitz provides full and even illuminationof normal 24 x 36 mm negatives when using len-ses of 35 mm focal length

1811. Care and maintenance - TroubleshootingRemove grime and dust with a soft, dry cloth. Donot use cleaning agents as these could damagethe plastic p

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ForewordDear Customer,We thank you for your confidence in ourmecablitz MB 34 AF-3N.The MB 34 AF-3N flashgun has been especiallydesigned for Nikon AF s

20400[m]W – 20%T +20%57101420282003,5571014201002,53,5571014501,82,53,55710ISO1185,642,82This table indicates a section of the most im-portant maximum

Contents1. Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242. Preparing the mecablitz for use . . . . . . .252.1 Power supply . . . . . . . .

1. Safety instructions• NEVER fire a flash in the immediate vicinity ofthe eyes! Flash fired directly in front of the eyesof a person or animal can da

52. Preparing the mecablitz for use2.1 Power supplyThe flashgun can only be operated with 2 CR2-type lithium batteries. This type of battery can besto

2. Preparing the mecablitz for use6When loading the batteries ensure correctpolarity. Incorrectly loaded batteries can dest-roy the flashgun! All batt

73. Setting the mecablitz into operation3.1 PreconditionsThe mecablitz must only be used with TTLflash controlled cameras!The sensor of TTL flash con

4. Flashgun instructions to the cameraThe mecablitz transmits different signals andmessages to the camera when it is connected tothe camera and is swi

4. Flashgun instructions to the camera4.4 Information displayed in the camera’s viewerThe following table only gives a general survey.Camera-specific