PENTAX AF-540FGZ Auto Zoom Electronic Flash Unit Operating Manual

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AUTO ZOOM ELECTRONIC
FLASH UNIT
OPERATING MANUAL
Please read this operating manual carefully first for proper use.
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Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Auto-flash AF540FGZ.
In addition to easy daylight sync photography with TTL auto, the AF540FGZ also allows wireless TTL auto (P-TTL
auto) photography and high-speed sync. It is clip-on type flash which enables accurate focus adjustments even in
dark locations with built-in AF-assist spotbeam.
PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
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FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR FLASH UNIT
Although we have carefully designed this flash unit for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on
page 2.
WARNING
This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to the user.
CAUTION
This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to
the equipment.
is a symbol indicating items that are prohibited.
is a symbol emphasizing a warning.
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WARNING
CAUTION
The flash contains electronic circuits that
operate at high voltages. Do not attempt to
disassemble the flash unit yourself, as there is
danger of an electric shock.
Do not use the flash near anyone’s eyes, as it
may hurt them. Be particularly careful with the
flash around infants.
If internal parts of the flash unit becomes
exposed due to impact, etc., do not touch them
as there is danger of an electric shock.
Do not expose the flash unit to water or
moisture as there is danger of an electric
shock.
Never try to disassemble or short the batteries
and never try to recharge the non-rechargeable
batteries. Also, do not dispose of the battery in
fire, as it may explode or ignite.
Misuse of the batteries can result in leakage,
overheating, explosion, etc. The batteries
should be inserted with the “+” and “–” sides
facing correctly.
Remove the batteries from the camera
immediately if they become hot or begin to
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during
removal.
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Precautions for Your Flash Unit
● Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzene to clean the flash unit.
● Avoid leaving the flash unit for extend period in places where the humidity and temperature are very high such
as in a car.
● Be careful not to subject the flash unit to strong vibrations, shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the flash
unit when carrying it in a motorcycle, car, boat, etc.
● Do not use the flash unit where it may be directly exposed to rain water etc.
● When using the flash unit off the camera, do not try to attach any metallic object to the electric contacts or to
mount incompatible accessories. Otherwise, the TTL auto mechanism may be damaged or rendered
inoperable.
● Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high performance. If the unit has not
been used for an extended period of time, or is being readied for an important shoot, it is recommended that
you take a test flash with the test button and test shoot with it. Test flash is also important to maintain optimum
performance.
● Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc. When the flash unit is subjected to rain
or moisture, wipe it off with a dry soft.
● When photographing black subjects or white subjects, use exposure compensation.
● Do not attach any accessories having the wrong number of electrical contacts for the hot shoe or grip.
Otherwise, some functions may not work properly.
● Pentax will not be held responsible for any accidents or damage, etc. caused due to the use of this product with
cameras which are made by companies other than Pentax.
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■Cautions Regarding Batteries
● This flash unit uses 4 AA-size alkaline, lithium, or nickel metal hydride batteries. Do not use any other type of
battery. The flash unit may not be able to operate correctly or demonstrate sufficient performance, or the flash
unit itself may generate heat, depending on the type of batteries used.
● AA-size alkaline and lithium batteries themselves are not rechargeable. Also, do not dismantle the batteries.
Trying to recharge or dismantle these batteries may cause an explosion or leakage.
● When changing batteries, do not mix batteries of different manufacture, type and capacity.
● Do not insert the batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals the wrong way around. Incorrect
insertion may lead to an explosion or fire.
● Battery performance may temporarily be hindered in low temperatures. Batteries should be kept warm in
temperatures below freezing for proper performance.
● If you do not intend to use the flash unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Leaving the
batteries in may cause damage to the flash unit due to leakage etc.
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Table of Contents
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR FLASH UNIT ........... 1
Precautions for Your Flash Unit ....................... 3
Cautions Regarding Batteries............................. 4
Names of Parts ................................................... 6
Major bundled items ........................................... 9
LCD Panel Indicator.......................................... 10
Inserting the Batteries ..................................... 12
Using the Optional External Power Source ...... 13
Mounting to Camera......................................... 14
Turning the Power On...................................... 15
Charging the AF540FGZ with the
Optional External Power Source...................
Switching the Charging Mode...........................
Auto Power Off Function...................................
Quick Power On Function.................................
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16
17
17
Select Button (S)/Adjustment
Dial Functions............................................... 18
Camera Format and Flash
Coverage Angle ............................................ 20
Using the Flash Modes .................................... 25
P-TTL Auto Flash..............................................
TTL Auto Flash .................................................
Auto Flash.........................................................
Manual Flash ....................................................
26
27
28
30
Using the Sync Mode ....................................... 32
Leading Curtain Sync Mode ............................. 33
Trailing Curtain Sync Mode .............................. 33
High-Speed Sync Mode.................................... 34
Contrast Control Sync Flash............................. 36
Advanced Functions ........................................ 38
Wireless Mode ..................................................
Slave.................................................................
Slave Mode Setting...........................................
Slow-Speed-Sync Photography ........................
Bounce Flash....................................................
AF Spotbeam ....................................................
Wide-Angle Panel and Catchlight Panel ...........
Modeling Flash/Test Flash................................
Connecting the AF540FGZ with the
Extension Cord .............................................
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52
53
54
56
57
58
59
Supported Functions for Pentax Cameras .... 60
Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode..........
Cameras that Support Each Sync Mode ..........
Cameras that Support Wireless Mode ..............
Cameras that Support Slow-Speed-Sync
Mode.............................................................
Functions Related to Each Flash Mode ............
Sync Mode Restrictions ....................................
Precautions When Photographing with a
Slave Flash ...................................................
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62
63
64
64
72
79
Flash Effective Range ...................................... 80
Calculating the Flash Effective Range .............. 80
Guide Number (GN).......................................... 82
P-TTL and TTL Auto Flash Effective Range ..... 85
Optional Accessories....................................... 87
Specifications ................................................... 88
Warranty Policy ................................................ 91
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Names of Parts












6
Bounce angle adjustment
LCD panel
Flash mode button
Select button
Adjustment dial
LCD panel illumination button/ Format button
Zoom button/ Channel button
Test button/ Modeling button/ Ready lamp
Setting switch
Power switch
Wireless mode button
Sync mode switch






Bounce lock release button
Battery chamber cover
Shoe lock pin
Flash signal contacts
Shoe bracket
Locking lever
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





5P Sync socket
External power source socket
Socket cover
Slave sensor
Wide-angle panel
Catchlight panel
Flash head
AF spotbeam emitter
Auto flash sensor
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■Major bundled items
 Stand
Opening of
the stand
 Case
 Operating manual (this manual)
 Certification
Slide the hot shoe bracket into the opening of the
stand.
● You cannot attach the off-camera shoe adapter F
to the bundled stand.
● When attaching the flash unit to the stand, do not
tighten the locking lever too far. Tightening too
far may cause the locking lever to not lock
sufficiently when the flash unit is removed from
the stand and attached to the hot shoe of the
camera.
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■LCD Panel Indicator
 Zoom indicator
: (A.Zoom) ➝ (M.Zoom) xxmm = 20, 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85 (35 mm format)
35, 45, 55, 70, 100, 135, 150 (645 format)
55, 60, 70, 90, 120, 180, 190 (67 format)
13, 16, 19, 24, 34, 48, 58 (DIGITAL format)
 Format indicator
: (35mm) ➝ (645) ➝ (67) ➝ (DIGITAL)
 Flash mode indicator
: (P-TTL) ➝ (A) ➝ (M) ➝ (SB)
 Flash exposure
compensation indicator
: (-3.0 to +1.0 steps, 0.5 step increments)
 ISO indicator
: ISO 25 to 1600
 Bar graph
 Effective flash range
indicator
: (Minimum distance) - (Maximum distance) (in P-TTL, TTL, A modes)
(Minimum distance) (in manual mode)
 AF spotbeam
: (SB)
 Sync mode indicator
: (Leading curtain sync:
) - (Trailing curtain sync:
sync:
) - (High-speed sync:
)
 Bounce flash warning
: (
 Flash output adjustment
indicator
: (NN/ X X)
f/stop
)
: F2 to F22 (When set to ISO 100)
 Channel indicator
: (1 to 4CH)
 Wireless mode indicator
: (MASTER), (CONTROL), (SLAVE)
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) - (Contrast control
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When in poorly lit locations and the LCD panel cannot
be seen, pressing the LCD panel illumination button
(LIGHT) will illuminate the panel for about 10 seconds.
Pressing it again will turn off the illumination.
● The camera's LCD panel lights up also when you
press the LCD illumination button (LIGHT) and
the exposure metering timer is on for the
following camera.
MZ-S
Auto Check Display
If the correct flash output is obtained, the flash mode
indicator and ( ) in the viewfinder will begin blinking.
If the auto check display does not blink, the flash output
is insufficient. Verify the effective flash range (refer to
page 80) and adjust the distance to the subject, or open
the aperture further.
Even if the auto check display is blinking, the flash
output may be incorrect if the subject is too close.
● Depending on the combination of flash mode
and camera, the auto check display may not
display correctly
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Inserting the Batteries
1
12
Slide the battery chamber cover as shown in the
figure to open.
2
Insert four AA-size batteries, making sure the
plus/minus marking (+, -) match the diagram
inside the battery chamber cover.
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Types of Batteries
This flash unit uses four AA-size batteries of the same
type, as shown below.
- Alkaline battery (LR6)
- Lithium battery (FR6)
- Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH)
(Nickel manganese (Ni-Mn) and nickel cadmium (NiCd) batteries cannot be used.)
● For information about recycling times and total
number of flashes, refer to “Specifications” on
page 88.
● If the indicators on the LCD panel or the ready
lamp does not light up, the batteries may be
exhausted or not inserted correctly. Verify the
orientation of the batteries or, if the indicators
and ready lamp still do not light up, replace them
with new batteries.
● If you let the flash unit fire successively using
lithium batteries, the batteries will overheat,
activating a safety circuit that temporarily
disables the flash unit. If this occurs, rest the
flash unit so that the temperature of the batteries
returns to normal.
■Using the Optional External Power
Source
Use the optional TR Power Pack-3 (upcoming product,
sold separately) as an external power source.
● For information on how to use the TR Power
Pack-3 and connect to the flash unit, refer to the
manual provided with the TR Power Pack-3.
● For information on how to recharge the flash unit
using the TR Power Pack-3, refer to “Charging
the AF540FGZ with the Optional External Power
Source” on page 16.
● The TR Power Pack-2 cannot be used with the
AF540FGZ for mechanical reasons.
The external power source uses six C-size alkaline
batteries (LR14).
(Nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries cannot be used in the
TR Power Pack-3.)
If charging time takes more than 20 seconds, the
batteries have been exhausted and should be replaced
with new batteries. If the flash unit is used with
exhausted batteries, the settings may return to their
default configuration.
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Mounting to Camera
1
1
2
14
2
Remove the hot shoe cover from the camera.
Attach the flash unit to the camera.
 Turn the locking lever of the flash unit in the
direction opposite to that indicated by (FIX➝)
(clockwise from the direction of the LCD
panel).
 Slide the hot shoe bracket of the flash unit into
the camera's hot shoe from the back of the
camera forward.
 Turn the locking lever of the flash unit in the
direction indicated by (FIX➝) to lock it.
● The following cameras have a shoe lock pin. When
attaching the flash unit, turn the locking lever in
the (FIX➝) direction and lock the flash unit to the
camera with the shoe lock pin. When releasing the
flash unit, be sure to do so after turning the
locking lever in the direction opposite to that
indicated by (FIX➝) and loosening the shoe lock
pin. Otherwise, the hot shoe will be damaged.
*ist D series, *ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6,
MZ-60/ZX-60
● The 672 does not come with a hot shoe. The
optional hot shoe grip 672 should be used.
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Turning the Power On
Sliding the power switch to the (ON) position will turn
on the power. The ready lamp will light up when the
flash is charged. Sliding it to the (OFF) position will turn
off the power.
● Turn the camera on before turning the flash unit
on.
● Please refer to page 38 for the WIRELESS MODE
position.
● When the power is turned OFF and ON again, the
flash mode will be set to P-TTL and the Zoom
position A. Zoom 24mm (35mm), A. Zoom 45mm
(645), A. Zoom 60mm (67) and A.Zoom 16mm
(DIGITAL).
Ready lamp
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■Charging the AF540FGZ with the
Optional External Power Source
1
2
3
Prepare the external power source TR Power
Pack-3 in accordance with the instruction in the
operating manual.
Confirm that the power switch of the flash unit
and TR Power Pack-3 is turned to OFF. Then,
plug the power cord into the external power
socket on the flash unit.
Turn the power switch of the external power
source and the power switch of the flash unit to
ON. When charging is complete the ready lamp
of the flash unit will light up.
When using the external power source, do not
remove the batteries from the AF 540 FGZ:
otherwise, the flash unit will not function.
● The TR Power Pack-3 is equipped with a pilot
lamp which lights up to indicate that the power is
activated. Note that a lit lamp does not indicate
that the flash unit is ready for use. Make sure the
ready lamp on the flash unit is lit before
discharging the flash unit.
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● When turning off the flash unit, make sure you
turn the power switch of the external power
source to OFF. Otherwise the external power
source may be exhausted.
■Switching the Charging Mode
You can select a charging mode from among the
following.
PP1: Charge the flash unit using only the external
power source.
PP2: Charge the flash unit using the external power
source and internal batteries. (The charging time
will be shorter than PP1.)
1
2
3
4
5
Slide the setting switch up.
Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT)
for 2 seconds or more.
SL 1 or SL 2 will be displayed.
Press the flash mode button (MODE) twice.
PP1 or PP2 will be displayed.
Press the select button (S) the number of times
required to select PP 1 or PP 2.
Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT).
The LCD panel returns to the normal display.
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■Auto Power Off Function
■Quick Power On Function
When the flash unit is left unused for about 3 minutes
with the power switch set to the (ON) position, it
automatically switches off to save the power.
If the flash unit is mounted on the autofocus cameras,
press the shutter release button half way to turn on the
power.
● The Quick Power On function can be utilized
both when only internal batteries are used and
when an external power source is used.
1
2
3
4
5
Slide the setting switch up.
Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT)
for 2 seconds or more.
SL 1 or SL 2 will be displayed.
Press the flash mode button (MODE).
Press the select button (S) the number of times
required to select PH 1 or PH 2.
PH1: Enables the auto power off function.
PH2: Disables the auto power off function.
Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT).
● The Auto Power Off function can be utilized both
when only internal batteries are used and when
an external power source is used.
● In the auto flash mode (A), the power will shut off
after about 6 minutes.
● In the wireless mode, the power will turn off after
about 1 hour of non-operation.
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Select Button (S)/Adjustment Dial Functions
4 types of settings are available as shown on the following pages for the select button (S) and the adjustment dial.
Procedure
1
18
Press the select button (S) so that the number to
adjust is blinking.
2
Turn the adjustment dial and adjust the blinking
number.
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3
After adjustment, press the select button (S) and
stop the blinking. Adjust the other items below
using the same procedure.
● When using multiple flash units set to P-TTL or
TTL Auto and adjusting the amount of light at the
same time, use the camera’s exposure
compensation.
Connected Flash Mode
Adjustment Range
Flash exposure compensation P-TTL Auto flash
-3.0 to +1.0 levels (EV) (0.5 step increments)
ISO / F (aperture) setting
Auto flash (A)
ISO 25 to ISO 1600, F2 to F22 (with ISO100)
Manual flash output
Manual (M)
1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64
Flash output setting
Wireless (W) master flash (M)
Wireless (W) slave flash (S)
1/1, 2/3, 1/2, 1/3
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Camera Format and Flash Coverage Angle
The AF540FGZ’s flash coverage angle can be adjusted
with the auto or manual zoom head to suit the camera’s
picture format (35 mm, 645, 67, DIGITAL) and lens
focal length. Follow the procedure below.
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Camera Format (FORMAT) setting
 Slide the setting switch down (yellow dot).
 Press the format button (FORMAT) the
number of times required to select the camera
format size from 35mm, 645, 67 or DIGITAL.
 Slide the setting switch back up (white dot)
when complete.
● The format size will automatically be set when
the shutter release button is pressed halfway
down when the AF540FGZ is used in
combination with the following cameras.
*ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6, *ist DL2, *ist DS2,
*ist DL, *ist DS, *ist D
For all other cameras, set accordingly before
use.
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Zoom position (Flash coverage angle) setting
With the setting switch set to the (white dot),
press the zoom button (ZOOM) to set the suitable
flash coverage angle matching the lens focal
length. The zoom position changes as shown on
page 23.
 Auto zoom (A.Zoom):
Enables you to set the flash coverage angle
automatically when the camera exposure
metering timer is on (information is displayed
in the viewfinder). The combination of the
following cameras and lenses supports this
mode.
Camera
Lens Types
*ist D series
DA, D FA, FA J,
FA, F
35mm autofocus single
lens reflex cameras
D FA, FA J, FA, F
645N2, 645N
FA645
● When using with Auto Zoom, make sure that (A.
Zoom) is shown on the LCD panel.
● Auto Zoom will not function when the flash mode
is set to Auto (A).
 Manual zoom (M.Zoom):
Enables you to set the flash coverage angle
manually. Select this mode when the camera
or lens is set to manual focus mode.
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● In the manual zoom mode, refer to the LCD panel
and set it so the flash coverage angle matches
the lens focal length or set a flash coverage
angle that is shorter than the lens focal length.
Zoom Positions for Each Format
* With the wide-angle panel
35mm camera
645 camera
67 camera
Digital camera
20mm*
35mm*
55mm*
13mm*
24mm
45mm
60mm
16mm
28mm
55mm
70mm
19mm
35mm
70mm
90mm
24mm
50mm
100mm
120mm
34mm
70mm
135mm
180mm
48mm
85mm
150mm
190mm
58mm
● When the wide-angle panel is used, the zoom
button (ZOOM) will not work. (The wide-angle
panel is in a slit on the top of the flash head. Pull
it out so that it covers the front of the flash head.
If the catchlight panel is not necessary, leave it in
the slit.)
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35mm Camera
645 Camera
67 Camera
Digital Camera
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● In the (A.Zoom) mode, the flash coverage angle
will be adjusted automatically to suit the lens
focal length when you press the shutter release
button halfway, and the camera exposure
metering timer is on.
● A warning signal appears as follows when the
flash cannot cover the focal length of the
camera.
- The zoom indicator blinks for the combination of
the following camera and lenses.
Camera
Lens Types
*ist D series
DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F
35mm autofocus single
lens reflex cameras
D FA, FA J, FA, F
645N2, 645N
FA645
- The warning signal does not appear for the
combination of the following cameras and focal
lengths.
Camera
24
Focal length
*ist, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6,
MZ-S
20 mm and over, less
than 24 mm
*ist DL, *ist DS, *ist D
13 mm and over, less
than 16 mm
● In the (A.Zoom) mode, if there is no lens focal
length information, the flash coverage angle will
be set automatically to 24mm with a 35mm
camera. With a 645 camera, it will be set to
45mm, with a 67 camera it will be 60mm, and with
a digital camera it will be 16 mm.
● When using the wide-angle panel, the angle will
be fixed at 20 mm for a 35 mm camera, 35 mm for
a 645 camera, 55 mm for a 67 camera, and 13 mm
for a digital camera in both A.Zoom and M.Zoom.
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Using the Flash Modes
The AF540FGZ has the following flash modes. Select
the mode best suited for the subject.
Before photographing, confirm the following.
1. Whether your camera supports the desired flash
mode.
➝ Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode
(Page 60)
2. Whether you can use the desired function with
the combination of your camera and the flash
mode you have set.
➝ Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
(Page 64 - 71)
TTL auto flash (TTL)
P-TTL auto flash (P-TTL)
When the camera is set to manual exposure, manual
flash can be set to suit the subject distance and
aperture. The manual flash output can be set to 1/1,
1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, or 1/64. Refer to page 30 for
instructions on how to use this flash mode.
A pre-flash is fired before the main flash so that the
multi-segment metering sensor can measure the
subject's distance, brightness, brightness difference,
backlit condition, etc. The data obtained is incorporated
to set the output of the main flash. This mode obtains
more accurate results than with the conventional TTL
mode. Refer to page 26 for instructions on how to use
this flash mode.
Based on the amount of light reflected off the film of the
camera, the camera adjusts the flash output
automatically to obtain a correct exposure. Refer to
page 27 for instructions on how to use this flash mode.
Auto flash (A)
The built-in flash metering sensor adjusts the flash
output automatically. Use with cameras that are not PTTL or TTL Auto flash compatible. Refer to page 28 for
instructions on how to use this flash mode.
Manual flash (M)
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■P-TTL Auto Flash
Set the sync mode switch to leading curtain sync
(
), trailing curtain sync (
), or
contrast-control (
), according to the
subject. (Refer to page 32.)
● After turning the power (ON), the setting will be
(P-TTL) and (A.Zoom).
Effective flash range
Refer to page 25 for the features and conditions of use
of this flash mode.
Procedure
1
2
26
Turn on the flash unit.
Press the flash mode button (MODE) until
(P-TTL) is displayed on the LCD panel.
4
5
Set the zoom position. (The setting method
differs according to your camera and lens. Refer
to page 21.)
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
● In the following cameras, if the correct flash
output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and
( ) in the viewfinder will blink.
*ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6
For details, refer to “Auto Check Display” on
page 11.
● The correct flash output is obtained in P-TTL
auto mode only when the flash unit is used with
autofocus lenses.
● If necessary, an exposure compensation amount
can be set between +1.0 to -3.0 steps in 0.5-step
increments. (Refer to page 18.)
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■TTL Auto Flash
Procedure
Refer to page 25 for the features and conditions of use
of this flash mode.
1
2
3
4
5
Turn on the flash unit.
Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (TTL)
is displayed on the LCD panel.
Set the sync mode switch to leading curtain sync
(
), trailing curtain sync (
), or
contrast-control (
), according to the
subject. (Refer to page 32.)
Set the zoom position. (The setting method
differs according to your camera and lens. Refer
to page 21.)
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
● In the following cameras, if the correct flash
output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and
( ) in the viewfinder will blink.
35 mm single lens reflex cameras except for SF7/
SF10, 672, 645N2, 645N, 645, LX, Super A/
Super Program
For details, refer to “Auto Check Display” on
page 11.
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■Auto Flash
Refer to page 25 for the features and conditions of use
of this flash mode.
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Procedure
1
2
3
Turn on the power switch.
Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (A) is
displayed on the LCD panel.
Set the aperture value and ISO.
 Press the select button (S) so that (f/stop) on
the LCD panel blinks.
 Turn the adjustment dial to set the aperture
value.
● The effective flash range is displayed on the LCD
panel bar graph.
 Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and press the select button (S).
 Turn the adjustment dial to set the ISO after
(ISO) starts blinking.
 Press the select button (S). The setting is
complete if (ISO) stops blinking.
4
Set the lens aperture to the same aperture value
as that set on the LCD panel.
● The camera's aperture value is synchronized
with that of the flash unit when the camera
exposure mode is set to Programmed AE or
Shutter Priority AE.
5
Set the zoom position. (The setting method
differs according to your camera and lens. Refer
to page 21.)
● Select (M.Zoom) regardless of the type of lens
being used.
6
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
● In the following cameras, if the correct flash
output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and
( ) in the viewfinder will blink.
645, LX, Super A/Super Program, MZ-M/ZX-M,
P30T, P30N/P3N, P30/P3, P50/P5, A3Date,
A3DateS, Program A/Program Plus
For details, refer to “Auto Check Display” on
page 11.
● If the power is turned temporarily OFF, the flash
will be set to P-TTL or TTL auto. Return the
setting to Auto flash.
● The sync mode will be fixed in leading curtain
sync.
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■Manual Flash
Procedure
Refer to page 25 for the features and conditions of use
of this flash mode.
1
2
Turn on the power switch.
Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display
(M) (1/xx) on the LCD panel.
● You can set the flash output from 1/1 to 1/64. See
page 18.
3
4
Set the zoom position. (The setting method
differs according to your camera and lens. Refer
to page 21.)
Set the lens aperture according to the distance to
the subject.
Example:
If the flash zoom position is 50mm, subject distance
(between the AF540FGZ and subject) is 4 m, and
sensitivity is ISO 100, the calculation will be as
follows:
With flash output (1/1), the Guide No. will be 45
(according to the Guide No. table).
Aperture = Guide No. 45 / Subject distance 4 m =
11.25 Approx. 11 (f/Stop)
● Refer to page 82 for the guide number table.
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5
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
● In the following cameras, if the correct flash
output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and
( ) in the viewfinder will blink.
645, LX, MZ-M/ZX-M
For details, refer to “Auto Check Display” on
page 11.
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Using the Sync Mode
The AF540FGZ has the following sync modes. Select
the mode best suited for the subject.
Before photographing, confirm the following.
1. Whether your camera supports the desired sync
mode.
➝ Cameras that Support Each Sync Mode
(Page 62)
2. Whether you can use the desired sync mode with
the combination of your camera and the flash
mode you have set.
➝Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
(Page 64 - 71)
3. Restrictions for the use of each sync mode.
➝ Sync Mode Restrictions (Page 72 - 76)
Trailing Curtain Sync Mode
Leading Curtain Sync Mode
This sync mode enables you to photograph with
multiple flash units, utilizing the difference of the light
intensity of each flash unit. The ratio of flash light
intensity between the flash unit set to this sync mode
and the other flash unit is 1:2. Refer to page 36 for
instructions on how to use this sync mode.
This is the most commonly used sync mode. In this
mode, the flash fires at the instant the first shutter
curtain completes its travel. You can use this mode with
the shutter speed set to the X-sync speed or slower.
Refer to page 33 for instructions on how to use this
sync mode.
32
In this sync mode, the flash is fired at the instant the
second curtain begins its travel. This mode will freeze
the subject with a blur appearing after the subject under
a slow shutter speed condition. Refer to page 33 for
instructions on how to use this sync mode.
High Speed Sync Mode
This sync mode will enable flash synchronization with
shutter speeds faster than the X-sync speed. Since
there is no sync speed limitation, high-speed sync is
effective for fill-flash in daylight. Refer to page 34 for
instructions on how to use this sync mode.
Contrast Control Sync Mode
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■Leading Curtain Sync Mode
■Trailing Curtain Sync Mode
Refer to page 32 for the features and conditions of use
of this sync mode.
Refer to page 32 for the features and conditions of use
of this sync mode.
Procedure
1
2
3
Set the power switch to the (ON) position.
Set the sync mode switch to leading curtain sync
(
).
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
Procedure
1
2
3
Set the power switch to the (ON) position.
Set the sync mode switch to trailing curtain sync
(
).
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
● The flash unit will switch to the trailing curtain
sync mode when the shutter release button is
pressed halfway down.
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■High-Speed Sync Mode
Procedure
Refer to page 32 for the features and conditions of use
of this sync mode.
● As can be seen in the table on page 84, as the
shutter speed becomes faster, the guide number
becomes smaller. Accordingly, it should be
noted that the distance for taking pictures would
become shorter.
1
2
3
34
Attach the flash unit to the camera’s hot shoe and
turn it on.
Set the sync mode switch to high-speed sync
(
).
● The flash will be set to high-speed sync mode
and (
) will be shown on the LCD panel only
when the shutter speed exceeds X-sync speed.
4
Turn on the camera. Set the exposure mode to a
mode other than the Programmed AE.
5
To set exposure compensation, press the select
button (S) so that (0.0) blinks. Then turn the
adjustment dial to set the exposure
compensation amount. Press the select button
(S) again to stop the blinking.
The exposure compensation amount can be set
from +1.0 to -3.0 steps in 0.5-step increments.
(Refer to page 18.)
Set the zoom position. (The setting method
differs according to your camera and lens. Refer
to page 21.)
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6
7
Check the flash range by looking at the bar graph
on the LCD panel.
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
● Please read the camera operating manual for
camera operation.
● High-speed sync is possible with the camera
separated (wireless) from the AF540GZ. (Refer to
page 46.)
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■Contrast Control Sync Flash
Procedure
Refer to page 32 for the features and conditions of use
of this sync mode.
● Refer to “Connecting the AF540FGZ with the
Extension Cord” on page 59 on using the
AF540FGZ detached from the camera.
36
1
2
3
Turn on the power switch.
Set the sync mode switch to contrast-control
(
).
Set the zoom position. (The setting method
differs according to your camera and lens. Refer
to page 21.)
● If the AF540FGZ is much closer to the subject
than the flash unit to be used in combination,
use (M.Zoom) to set the zoom position to a
shorter lens focal length.
4
Turn on the flash units to be used in combination.
● If the camera's built-in flash unit is part of the
combination, pop up the built-in flash.
5
Confirm that the subject is within the effective
flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a
picture.
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With a single flash
With contrast control sync flash
● If you are using a single flash unit, you can only
perform leading curtain sync photography when
the sync mode switch is set to contrast-control
(
).
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Advanced Functions
■Wireless Mode
With the AF540FGZ, you can take photographs with
the flash unit separated from the camera wirelessly in
P-TTL mode.
Combine the flash unit with the built-in flash unit of the
camera or another AF540FGZ attached to the camera.
● The AF360FGZ can be used interchangeably with
AF540FGZ flash units for wireless mode
photography.
Before photographing, confirm the following.
1. Whether your camera supports this function.
➝ Cameras that Support Wireless Mode
(page 63)
2. Whether you can use this function with the
combination of your camera and the flash mode
you have set.
➝ Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
(page 64 - 71)
3. Whether the slave mode is set to SL1.
➝ Slave Mode Setting (page 52)
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Notes on Wireless Flash Control
(P-TTL photography)
When using the AF540FGZ in wireless mode, the
following information is transferred between the flash
units attached to the camera and separated from the
camera, before the flash units are fired.
 Shutter release button is fully pressed.
 The flash attached to the camera emits a small
control flash (relays the flash mode of the
camera).
 The external AF540FGZ emits a pre-flash
(verifies the state of the subject).
 The flash attached to the camera emits a small
control flash (relays the flash output amount to
the external AF540FGZ).
● The flash attached to the camera will emit a preflash once more after this to relay the flash
duration time when HS (high-speed sync) is set.
 The external AF540FGZ fires the main flash
(where both flash units fire main flashes, refer to
page 44).
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● Control Flash and Main Flash
The purpose of the control flash of the wireless
mode is to send information to the other flash
unit before taking a picture. The main flash fires
at the actual time a picture is taken in the same
manner as traditionally done.
● When setting up a flash unit separately from the
camera, use the off-camera shoe adapter F when
using a tripod, or the off-camera shoe clip CL-10
when setting up in another location such as
tabletop, chair, etc.
● Keep the distance from the built-in flash unit and
AF540FGZ to the subject within 4 meters.
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Using the AF540FGZ in Combination with a Built-in Flash Unit
Setting switch
● The AF540FGZ can be used in combination with
a built-in flash unit only when used with the
following cameras.
*ist D, *ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6
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1
Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the
AF540FGZ, and register them on the camera.
 Turn the camera off and then attach the
AF540FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display SLAVE on
the LCD panel.
● You cannot set the flash unit to SLAVE while the
exposure metering timer is on (while information
relating to aperture etc. is displayed in the
viewfinder).
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select a
channel from 1CH to 4CH.
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
 When you turn the camera on and press the
shutter release button halfway down, the
channel is registered on the camera.
2
Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and
place it in the desired position.
● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display
(P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes
other than P-TTL auto.
3
4
●
●
●
●
Enable the built-in flash unit of the camera and
set the camera flash mode to
(WIRELESS).
Confirm that the AF540FGZ and built-in flash unit
are fully charged, and take the photograph.
A lamp on the AF540FGZ will blink.
In the P-TTL mode, flash output setting (1/1, 2/3,
1/2, and 1/3) and flash exposure compensation (3.0 to +1.0) are possible. (Refer to page 18.)
The flash mode on the camera must be set to
(WIRELESS), otherwise the AF540FGZ will not
fire.
By changing the camera's function settings, you
can set the built-in flash unit so that it is not the
main flash. Refer to the operating manual for the
camera to find out how.
For test flash, refer to page 58.
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When Attaching the AF540FGZ to the Camera for Control Flash
Main flash
Control flash only: not
used for main flash
(Preparation of Flash Unit Attached to Camera)
1
42
Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the
flash unit attached to the camera, and register
them on the camera.
 Attach the AF540FGZ to the hot shoe of the
camera after turning the camera off.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display CONTROL
on the LCD panel.
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select a
channel from 1CH to 4CH.
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
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 When you turn the camera on and press the
shutter release button halfway down, the
channel of the flash unit is registered on the
camera.
(Preparation of Separated Flash Unit)
2
Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless)
flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit
attached to the camera.
 Place the other AF540FGZ in the desired
position.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display SLAVE on
the LCD panel.
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select the
same channel that the flash unit attached to
the camera has been set to.
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
● The two flash units must be set to the same
channel, otherwise the separated flash unit will
not fire.
(Photographing)
3
Confirm that both flash units are fully charged,
and take the photograph.
A lamp on the wireless flash unit will blink.
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When Using Both an AF540FGZ Attached to the Camera and a Separated Flash Unit as
Main Flashes
Use both flash units as main flashes
(Preparation of Flash Unit Attached to Camera)
1
44
Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the
flash unit attached to the camera, and register
them on the camera.
 Attach the AF540FGZ to the hot shoe of the
camera after turning the camera off.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display MASTER
on the LCD panel.
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select a
channel from 1CH to 4CH.
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 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
 When you turn the camera on and press the
shutter release button halfway down, the
channel of the flash unit is registered on the
camera.
(Preparation of Separated Flash Unit)
2
Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless)
flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit
attached to the camera.
 Place the other AF540FGZ in the desired
position.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display SLAVE on
the LCD panel.
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select the
same channel that the flash unit attached to
the camera has been set to.
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
● The two flash units must be set to the same
channel, otherwise the separated flash unit will
not fire.
(Photographing)
3
Confirm that both flash units are fully charged,
and take the photograph.
A lamp on the wireless flash unit will blink.
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Wireless High-Speed Sync Photography
(Using the AF540FGZ in Combination with a
Built-in Flash Unit)
1
46
Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the
AF540FGZ, and register them on the camera.
 Turn the camera off and then attach the
AF540FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display SLAVE on
the LCD panel.
● You cannot set the flash unit to SLAVE while the
exposure metering timer is on (while information
relating to aperture etc. is displayed in the
viewfinder).
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select a
channel from 1CH to 4CH.
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
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2
 When you turn the camera on and press the
shutter release button halfway down, the
channel is registered on the camera.
Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and
place it in the desired position.
● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display
(P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes
other than P-TTL.
3
Set the zoom position. (Refer to page 21)
● Set the zoom position with (M.Zoom) regardless
of the lens you use.
4
5
6
● If the shutter speed is the same or slower than
the X-sync speed of the camera, the flash will be
set to P-TTL mode, and when it is faster than Xsync speed, the flash will be set to high-speed
sync mode.
7
Confirm that the AF540FGZ and built-in flash unit
are fully charged, and take the photograph.
A lamp on the wireless flash unit will blink.
● The built-in flash unit is used for control flash
only. It will not be used for main flash.
● Refer to camera's operating manual for the
operation of the camera.
Enable the built-in flash unit of the camera and
display (
) on the LCD panel.
Set the sync mode switch of the wireless flash
unit to leading curtain sync (
).
Set the exposure mode of the camera to manual
exposure and the shutter speed faster than Xsync speed.
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(Using the AF540FGZ in Combination with
another AF540FGZ)
1
48
Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the
flash unit attached to the camera, and register
them on the camera.
 Turn the camera off and then attach the
AF540FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to select CONTROL
or MASTER.
CONTROL: For using the flash unit attached
to the camera as the control flash.
MASTER: For using both flash units as main
flashes.
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select a
channel from 1CH to 4CH.
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2
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
 When you turn the camera on and press the
shutter release button halfway down, the
channel is registered on the camera.
Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless)
flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit
attached to the camera.
 Place the other AF540FGZ in the desired
position.
 Set the power switch of the flash unit to
(WIRELESS).
 Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display SLAVE on
the LCD panel.
 Slide down the setting switch to the (yellow
dot) to display the channel on the LCD panel.
 Press the channel button (CH) and select the
same channel that the flash unit attached to
the camera has been set to.
 Slide the setting switch back up to the (white
dot).
● The two flash units must be set to the same
channel, otherwise the separated flash unit will
not fire.
3
4
Set the sync mode switch of the wireless flash
unit to leading curtain sync (
).
Set the exposure mode of the camera to manual
exposure and the shutter speed faster than Xsync speed.
● If the shutter speed is the same or slower than
the X-sync speed of the camera, the flash will be
set to P-TTL mode, and when it is faster than Xsync speed, the flash will be set to high-speed
sync mode.
5
Confirm that both flash units are fully charged,
and take the photograph.
A lamp on the wireless flash unit will blink.
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■Slave
With the AF540FGZ, you can take photographs with
the flash unit separated from the camera wirelessly in
auto or manual mode.
Combine the flash unit with the built-in flash unit of the
camera or another flash unit attached to the camera.
Before photographing, confirm the following.
1. Whether you can use this function with the
combination of your camera and the flash mode
you have set.
➝ Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
(page 64 - 71)
2. Precaution When Photographing with a Slave
Flash (page 79)
● Refer to page 63 for cameras that support
wireless mode.
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Procedure
1
2
3
4
Confirm that the slave mode is set to SL2. (Refer
to page 52.)
Set the flash unit’s power switch to (WIRELESS).
Press the wireless mode button (M/C/S) the
number of times required to display SLAVE on
the LCD panel.
Press the flash mode button (MODE) to set the
flash mode.
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5
Set the zoom position to suit the subject and
place the flash unit at the desired location.
● When setting up a flash unit separately from the
camera, use the off-camera shoe adapter F when
using a tripod, or the off-camera shoe clip CL-10
when setting up in another location such as
tabletop, chair, etc.
6
Turn the flash unit on the camera on.
● If the camera's built-in flash unit is part of the
combination, pop up the built-in flash unit.
● The slave unit will turn off automatically after
about 1 hour of non-operation when the auto
power off function is set.
● Do not use red-eye reduction with the camera’s
flash. This will result in the AF540FGZ firing by
the pre-flash. For the same reason, set the
camera to manual focus when firing the flash
continuously so that the AF spotbeam does not
operate with cameras that have AF spotbeam
functions.
7
●
●
●
●
Check that the ready lamp is lit, then take the
picture.
When the built-in flash or the external flash
attached to the camera is fully charged, the flash
icon ( )) will light up in the viewfinder and when
the AF540FGZ is fully charged, the ready lamp
on the AF540FGZ will blink.
Position the slave unit(s) so that the slave
sensor can receive the flash fired by the
camera’s built-in flash unit or attached flash unit.
The AF540FGZ will fire at the same time that the
camera’s flash fires.
Keep the distance from the built-in flash unit and
AF540FGZ to the subject within 4 meters.
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■Slave Mode Setting
To properly control the slave flash, it is necessary to set
the slave mode settings.
2 seconds
or more
Procedure
1
2
3
Slide the setting switch up.
Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT)
for 2 seconds or more. SL1 will be displayed.
Press the select button (S) to select SL 1 or
SL 2.
SL 1: When photographing in wireless mode
SL 2: When photographing with slave flash
● The flash will not fire properly if the slave mode
was set to the wrong mode. It may not fire at all
or may fire simultaneously with the control flash.
4
Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT)
to finish setting.
● In SL 2, fluorescent lamps flicker may contribute to
flash unit’s erroneous firing on rare occasions.
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■Slow-Speed-Sync Photography
When using a normal flash to photograph a subject in a
night or evening setting, the background will appear
very dark because a normal flash light cannot
sufficiently light it. However, it is possible to balance
both subject and background by using the flash to
properly expose the foreground subject and a slow
shutter speed to expose the low light background.
Before photographing, confirm the following.
1. Whether your camera support this function
➝Cameras that Support Slow-Speed-Sync Mode
(Page 64)
2. Whether you can use this function with the
combination of your camera and the flash mode
you have set.
➝Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
(Page 64 - 71)
● Refer to the camera operation manual for details.
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■Bounce Flash
The bounce angle can be set to the following angles.
With the AF540FGZ, you can tilt and swivel the flash
head to aim at the ceiling or wall to bounce the flash
before it reaches the subject. Doing so creates softer
light and shadows to make the picture look more
natural. Bouncing the flash will decrease the flash
intensity by the time it reaches the subject. Therefore,
this function is effective when photographing in P-TTL
or TTL mode at short distances.
Rightward: 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, 120°, 150°, 180°
Leftward:
0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, 135°
Upward:
0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
Downward: 0°, -10°
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● A click stop is provided for each bounce angle.
● Hold the bounce lock release button and tilt the
flash head downward when you set the bounce
angle at -10°.
● When using bounce flash, (
) will be displayed
on the LCD panel.
● The effective flash range will blink only when the
bounce angle is set at -10°.
● It is recommended to set the bounce angle at
-10° to prevent uneven exposure when the
distance to the subject is within 1m.
P-TTL, TTL Auto Flash Photography
The amount of reflective light will change according to
the condition of the reflective surface, angle, and
distance. However, with TTL auto flash units bounce
flash photography can be relatively easily done.
Confirm the flash status indicator in the viewfinder or
the auto check display in the LCD panel when taking
pictures.
Manual Flash Photography
The amount of light during bounce flash photography is
greatly affected by the condition of the reflective
surface, therefore test pictures should be taken
beforehand or changing the exposure and taking
several pictures may be recommended.
● When taking color photographs, if the reflective
surface for the bounce flash is colored, the
picture will be affected by the color and unless
this is intentional, a white surface should be
used.
● Bounce flash photography is greatly affected by
the surrounding conditions. A photography
manual and other references are recommended.
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■AF Spotbeam
The AF540FGZ features a built-in red spotbeam
projector to assist the autofocus system in dim light and
low-contrast conditions. When using the flash with
autofocus camera in dark conditions, the spotbeam will
be projected automatically depending on the ambient
lighting conditions. This function is activated only when
the camera is set to autofocus. By setting the flash
mode to (SB), the AF540FGZ can be used exclusively
as a focusing aid in dim light.
Using the AF540FGZ Spotbeam
Exclusively as a Focusing Aid
1.Set the power switch to the (ON) position.
2.Press the flash mode button (MODE) to select (SB).
3.Set the camera to the autofocus mode.
4.Press the shutter release button halfway down to let
the AF spotbeam fire.
● The AF spotbeam does not work in bright light
conditions.
● If the In-focus indicator does not light up in
several seconds, it means that the subject is
hard to autofocus. In this case, use the manual
focus mode to focus on the subject.
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● To change the composition, raise your finger off
the shutter release button and press it halfway
down again to recompose the picture.
● When using the AF540FGZ’s built-in AF
spotbeam, the AF spotbeam built into the camera
will not operate.
● The AF spotbeam on the flash unit works
accurately only when mounted onto the camera’s
hot shoe.
● The flash does not fire when using the
AF540FGZ spotbeam exclusively as a focusing
aid.
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■Wide-Angle Panel and Catchlight
Panel
The AF540FGZ has a built-in wide-angle panel and
catchlight panel at the top of the flash head.
Execute the following if necessary.
1
2
Pull out both the wide-angle panel and catchlight
panel.
Store the panel you are not using.
.
● When storing the wide-angle panel, push it
inward while holding the catchlight panel so that
it does not catch on the catchlight panel.
● When storing the catchlight panel, do so by
pushing it inward.
2.Catchlight panel
A catchlight is a reflection of light source in the eyes.
It usually appears as a white dot and makes the human
subject look more lively. Set the bounce flash angle to
90° and get close to the subject before taking the
picture.
Catchlight panel
Wide-angle panel
1.Wide-angle panel
The wide-angle panel expands flash coverage angle for
the following lenses. The flash zoom position will be
fixed at the same position as the focal length of the
lens.
13 mm for digital camera, 20 mm for 35 mm camera,
35mm for 645 camera, 55mm for 67 camera.
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■Modeling Flash/Test Flash
Before taking the picture, firing a modeling flash helps
you to see how shadows are cast on the subject.
Modeling Flash
1
2
3
Slide the setting switch down (yellow dot).
Check that the flash is ready, then press the
modeling button (MODELING). The flash will fire
continuously for one second.
After firing the modeling flash, slide the setting
switch up (white dot).
● To prevent the flash tube from overheating or
deteriorating, do not fire the modeling flash more
than 10 consecutive times. After the tenth time,
let the flash unit rest for at least 10 minutes.
Test Flash
Check that the flash is ready, then press the test button
(TEST). The test flash can be operated.
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Cameras Capable of Modeling Flash or
Test Flash Photography Using the Camera
Button
With the following cameras, a button on the camera
can be used instead of the modeling button
(MODELING) or the test button (TEST). This operation
can be carried out with either an attached flash unit or a
wireless flash unit. For information on how to arrange
this, refer to the operating manual for the camera.
*ist D: You can use the OK button. (Refer to "Custom
Function Chart" in the camera's operating
manual.)
*ist:
You can use the flash pop-up button. (Refer to
"Setting the Custom Function" in the camera's
operating manual.)
MZ-S: You can use the LCD illuminator button. (Refer
to "Pentax Functions" in the camera's operating
manual.)
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■Connecting the AF540FGZ with the
Extension Cord
When using the AF540FGZ separately from the
camera connected by an extension cord, use the
optional extension cord F5P. Attach the extension cord
F5P to the camera using the optional hot shoe adapter
FG or the optional hot shoe adapter F (refer to the
diagram on the right).
● When using the AF540FGZ in combination with
the built-in flash unit of the following cameras,
use the hot shoe adapter FG. If you use the hot
shoe adapter F, the built-in flash unit will not pop
up.
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL, *ist DS, *ist D, *ist,
MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6, MZ-S, MZ-60/ZX-60,
MZ-5N/ZX-5N, MZ-30/ZX-30, MZ-7/ZX-7, MZ-3,
MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-10/ZX-10, MZ-50/ZX-50
You can use the hot shoe adapter F with any
cameras other than those above.
● The 672 does not come with a hot shoe. The
optional hot shoe grip 672 should be used.
Refer to the hot shoe grip 672 operating manual
for instructions.
● When setting up the flash unit separately from
the camera, use the off-camera shoe adapter F
when using a tripod, or the optional off-camera
shoe clip CL-10 when setting up in another
location such as tabletop, chair, etc.
● The off-camera shoe adapter F cannot be
attached to the bundled stand.
Hot shoe
adapter FG
Extension cord F5P
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Supported Functions for Pentax Cameras
■Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode
Cameras that support each of the flash modes are listed below.
Please note that functions related to each flash mode differ. Refer to "Functions Related to Each Flash Mode" (page
64 - 71).
Flash Mode
P-TTL Auto
Flash (P-TTL)
60
Camera
Notes
*ist DL2, *ist DS2,
*ist DL, *ist DS, *ist D,
*ist, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6,
MZ-S
- When the exposure mode is Programmed AE, Shutter Priority AE, or
Aperture Priority AE, the flash mode will automatically be switched to
(P-TTL), even if you have set it to manual (M).
- In trailing curtain sync or contrast control sync mode, the flash mode
will automatically be switched to (P-TTL) when you press the shutter
release button halfway down, even if you have set it to manual (M).
- If the camera exposure metering timer is on (information is displayed in
the viewfinder), you cannot select (A) or (M) by pressing the flash mode
button (MODE).
- Although (P-TTL) is displayed in the following cameras, the actual
photograph is taken with (TTL).
LX, Super A/Super Program, 645
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Flash Mode
TTL Auto Flash
(TTL)
Camera
Notes
672
- In trailing curtain sync or contrast control sync mode, the flash mode
will automatically be switched to (TTL) when you press the shutter
release button halfway down, even if you have set it to manual (M).
645N2, 645N,
Z/PZ series, MZ/ZX
series (except MZ-M/
ZX-M), SFXN/SF1N,
SFX/SF1
- When the exposure mode is Programmed AE, Shutter Priority AE, or
Aperture Priority AE, the flash mode will automatically be switched to
(TTL), even if you have set it to manual (M).
- In trailing curtain sync or contrast control-sync mode, the flash mode
will automatically be switched to (TTL) when you press the shutter
release button halfway down, even if you have set it to manual (M).
- If the camera exposure metering timer is on (information is displayed in
the viewfinder), you cannot select (A) or (M) by pressing the flash mode
button (MODE).
- You cannot use (TTL) with the SF7/SF10.
645, Super A/
Super Program, LX
-
Auto Flash (A)
Aperture setting
- Under the following conditions, autofocus cameras can also use (A).
capable Pentax single
- The camera exposure mode is set to manual exposure.
lens reflex cameras
- The camera exposure metering timer is off.
- With the following combinations of cameras and exposure modes, you
cannot photograph correctly if the aperture is set to a value brighter than F2.
Camera: Z-5P, Z-5, Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-1/PZ-1, SFXN/SF1N, SF7/SF10, SFX/SF1
Exposure mode: Programmed AE and Shutter Priority AE modes
Manual Flash
(M)
Aperture setting
capable Pentax single
lens reflex cameras
-
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■Cameras that Support Each Sync Mode
Cameras that support each of the sync modes are listed below.
Please note that the conditions under which they can be used differ depending on camera type and settings. For
details, refer to the restrictions reference pages.
Sync Mode
Camera
Leading curtain sync (
) All Pentax single lens reflex cameras provided with a hot shoe
Trailing curtain sync (
)
Contrast control sync
(
)
High-speed-sync (
62
)
Digital single lens reflex
cameras
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL,
*ist DS, *ist D
Film cameras (medium format)
672, 645N2, 645N
Film cameras (35mm autofocus
single lens reflex cameras)
*ist, Z/PZ series, MZ/ZX series
(except MZ-M/ZX-M), SFXN/
SF1N, SFX/SF1, SF7/SF10
Digital single lens reflex
cameras
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL,
*ist DS, *ist D
Film cameras (medium format)
672, 645N2, 645N
Film cameras (35mm autofocus
single lens reflex cameras)
*ist, Z/PZ series, MZ/ZX series
(except MZ-M/ZX-M), SFXN/
SF1N, SFX/SF1, SF7/SF10
Digital single lens reflex
cameras
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL,
*ist DS, *ist D
Film cameras (35mm autofocus
single lens reflex cameras)
*ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6
Restrictions
Reference Page
page 72
page 72
page 74
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■Cameras that Support Wireless Mode
Function
Wireless Mode
(
)
Camera
Notes
Digital single lens reflex
cameras
*ist DL2, *ist DS2,
*ist DL, *ist DS,
*ist D
Film cameras (35mm
autofocus single lens reflex
cameras)
*ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/
ZX-L/MZ-6
- When photographing in wireless mode, set
the slave mode to SL1 (refer to page 52).
- You cannot photograph in wireless mode in
combination with the built-in flash unit with
the following cameras.
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DS, *ist DL
You can use the slave flash instead, if your camera does not support wireless mode. In this case, the available flash
modes are auto and manual (page 50).
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■Cameras that Support Slow-Speed-Sync Mode
Function
Slowspeed-sync
Camera
Digital single lens reflex
cameras
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL, *ist DS,
*ist D
Film cameras (35mm
autofocus single lens reflex
cameras)
*ist, MZ/ZX series, Z/PZ series,
SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1, SF7/SF10
Film cameras (medium
format)
672, 645N2, 645N, 645
Film cameras (35mm
manual focus single lens
reflex cameras)
Cameras that meet the following
conditions:
- Capable of setting the shutter
speed to the same speed as the
flash X-sync speed or lower.
- The shutter speed is not
automatically switched even if
the flash unit has finished
charging.
Notes
Slow-speed-sync is not possible
in the following cameras except
with B (Bulb Exposure).
- Cameras that are not capable of
setting the shutter speed to the
same speed as the flash X-sync
speed or lower.
- Cameras in which the shutter
speed is automatically switched
to the X-sync speed when the
flash unit has finished charging.
- Cameras whose shutter speed
can be switched manually only
with B (bulb exposure).
■Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
Supported flash modes and sync modes differ for each camera model.
Refer to the following table.
(N: usable, O: usable under certain conditions, X: unusable, -: Flash mode not supported)
* Where the flash mode is set to SB (AF spotbeam), the flash unit will not fire (refer to page 56).
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1. Cameras that Support P-TTL Auto Flash Mode
Type A (Digital single lens reflex cameras):
Type B (Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex)):
Flash Mode
Camera type
Leading curtain sync
Trailing curtain sync
Slow-speed-sync
High-speed sync
Automatic switching to
X-sync speed when
flash is charged
Flash ready display in
viewfinder
Auto check display
Slave flash
Wireless control
Red-eye reduction
AF spotbeam
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL, *ist DS, *ist D
*ist, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6, MZ-S
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto
(TTL) TTL auto
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash
flash photography flash photography photography
photography
(A)
(B)
(A)
(B)
(A), (B)
(A), (B)
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
X
X
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
X
X
(SB) AF
spotbeam
(A), (B)
-
N
N
N
N
N
N
-
N
N
N
N
N
N
-
X
X
N*
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
X
X
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
X
N
X
N
X
X
N
X
N
N
N
● In type A cameras, if you set the aperture of the lens to a setting other than (A), the flash mode will switch
to TTL auto.
*: The AF540FGZ can be used in combination with a built-in flash unit only when used with the following cameras.
*ist D, *ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6
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2. Cameras that Support TTL Auto Flash Mode
<Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras)>
Type A: MZ-60/ZX-60, MZ-5N/ZX-5N, MZ-30/ZX-30, MZ-7/ZX-7, Z-1/PZ-1, Z-5, Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5P, Z-20/PZ-20,
Z-20P, Z-50P, Z-70P, SFX/SF1, SFXN/SF1N
Type B: MZ-3, MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-10/ZX-10, MZ-50/ZX-50
Type C: Z-10/PZ-10
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash (SB) AF
flash photography flash photography photography
photography
spotbeam
Camera type
(A), (B), (C)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) (A), (B), (C)
Leading curtain sync
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
Trailing curtain sync
N
N
N
X
X
X
X
X
X
Slow-speed-sync
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
High-speed sync
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Automatic switching
to X-sync speed when
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
flash is charged
Flash ready display in
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
viewfinder
Auto check display
N
N
N
X
X
X
X
X
X
Slave flash
X
X
X
N
N
N
N
N
N
Wireless control
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Flash Mode
Red-eye reduction
AF spotbeam
-
N*1
N
O*2
N
X
N
N*1
X
O*2
X
X
X
N*1
N
O*2 X
N
N
*1: Only when combined with cameras provided with red-eye reduction.
*2: Only when the AF540FGZ is detached from the camera and connected by an extension cord.
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<Film cameras (medium format)>
Type D: 672
Type E: 645 N2, 645 N
Type F: 645
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto
(TTL) TTL auto
flash photography flash photography
Camera type
(D), (E), (F)
(D)
(E)
(F)
Leading curtain sync
N
N
N
Trailing curtain sync
N
N
N
Slow-speed-sync
N
N
N
High-speed sync
X
X
X
Automatic switching
to X-sync speed
N
N
N
when flash is
charged
Flash ready display
N
N
N
in viewfinder
Auto check display
N
N
N
Slave flash
X
X
X
Wireless control
X
X
X
Red-eye reduction
X
X
X
AF spotbeam
N
Flash Mode
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash
(SB) AF
photography
photography
spotbeam
(D) (E) (F) (D) (E) (F) (D) (E) (F)
N N N N
N
N
X
X
X
X
X
X
N N
X
N
N
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
N
N
N
X
N
X
X
-
N
-
-
-
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
-
-
-
X
N
X
X
X
N
X
X
X
-
X
N
X
X
-
X
N
X
X
N
N
X
X
X
-
-
N
-
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<Film cameras (35mm manual focus single lens reflex cameras)>
Type G: LX
Type H: Super A/Super Program
Flash Mode
Camera type
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto
(TTL) TTL auto
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash
flash photography flash photography photography
photography
(SB) AF
spotbeam
(G), (H)
(G)
(H)
(G)
(H)
(G)
(H)
(G), (H)
Leading curtain sync
-
N
N
N
N
N
N
-
Trailing curtain sync
-
N
N
X
X
X
X
-
Slow-speed-sync
-
N
N
X
N
X
N
-
High-speed sync
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
Automatic switching to
X-sync speed when
flash is charged
-
N
N
N
N
N
N
-
Flash ready display in
viewfinder
-
N
N
N
N
N
N
-
Auto check display
-
N
N
N
N
N
X
Slave flash
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
Wireless control
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
Red-eye reduction
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
AF spotbeam
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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3. Cameras that Does not Support P-TTL and TTL Auto Flash Mode
<Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras)>
Type A: SF7/SF10
Flash Mode
Camera type
Leading curtain sync
Trailing curtain sync
Slow-speed-sync
High-speed sync
Automatic switching to
X-sync speed when
flash is charged
Flash ready display in
viewfinder
Auto check display
Slave flash
Wireless control
Red-eye reduction
AF spotbeam
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto
(TTL) TTL auto
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash
flash photography flash photography photography
photography
(A)
(A)
(A)
(A)
N
N
X
X
N
N
X
X
(SB) AF
spotbeam
(A)
-
-
-
N
N
-
-
-
N
N
-
-
-
X
N
X
N
X
X
N
X
N
N
N
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<Film cameras (35mm manual focus single lens reflex camera, 67 camera)>
Type B: MZ-M/ZX-M
Type C: P30T, P30N/P3N, P30, P50/P5, A3Date, A3DateS, Program A/Program Plus
Type D: ME, ME-Super, MG, ME-F/MEF, MV1/MV
Flash Mode
Camera type
Leading curtain sync
Trailing curtain sync
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto
(TTL) TTL auto
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash
(SB) AF
flash photography flash photography photography
photography
spotbeam
(B), (C), (D)
(B), (C), (D)
(B) (C) (D) (B) (C) (D) (B), (C), (D)
N
N
N
N
N
N
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
Slow-speed-sync
N N*1 X
High-speed sync
X
X
X
Automatic switching to
X-sync speed when
N
N N*2
flash is charged
Flash ready display in
N
N N*2
viewfinder
Auto check display
N
N
X
Slave flash
X
X
X
Wireless control
X
X
X
Red-eye reduction
X
X
X
AF spotbeam
*1: Slow-speed-sync with B (bulb exposure) for the A3Date and A3DateS.
*2: Except ME.
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N
X
N*1
X
X
X
-
N
N
N*2
-
N
N
N*2
-
N
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
-
-
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Type E: 35mm single reflex cameras other than those in Type A to D, 67 camera
Flash Mode
Camera type
Leading curtain sync
Trailing curtain sync
Slow-speed-sync
High-speed sync
Automatic switching to
X-sync speed when
flash is charged
Flash ready display in
viewfinder
Auto check display
Slave flash
Wireless control
Red-eye reduction
AF spotbeam
(P-TTL) P-TTL auto
(TTL) TTL auto
(A) auto flash (M) manual flash
flash photography flash photography photography
photography
(E)
(E)
(E)
(E)
N
N
X
X
X
X
X
X
(SB) AF
spotbeam
(E)
-
-
-
X
X
-
-
-
X
X
-
-
-
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
-
-
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■Sync Mode Restrictions
Leading Curtain Sync Photography (
)
This sync mode can be used with all Pentax single lens reflex cameras provided with a hot shoe. However, there are
restrictions depending on camera type and settings.
Camera Model
Camera Settings
Restrictions
Z-1/PZ-1, Z-5, Z-1P/PZ-1P,
Z-5P
Exposure mode: Programmed AE
(Hyper Program), Hyper Program
Aperture Priority AE, Aperture Priority
AE, Hyper Manual by pressing IF button
The minimum shutter speed varies
depending on the focal length of the lens
you are using.
Exposure mode: Hyper Program Shutter
Priority AE
The minimum shutter speed changes
depending on the ambient brightness.
Exposure mode: Programmed AE,
Shutter Priority AE
The shutter speed changes to within
1/60 to 1/125 sec.
Exposure mode: Aperture Priority AE
The shutter speed is fixed at 1/125 sec.
SFXN/SF1N
Trailing Curtain Sync Photography (
)
Cameras that support this sync mode are as follows.
The shutter speeds that can be used differ according to the type of camera.
Camera Category
Digital single lens
reflex cameras
Film cameras
(medium format)
72
Camera Model
Shutter Speed
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL, *ist DS 1/90 sec. or slower
*ist D
1/60 sec. or slower
672
1/15 sec.fixed (in Aperture Priority AE)
1/15 sec. or slower (in manual exposure)
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Camera Category
Film cameras
(medium format)
Film cameras
(35mm autofocus
single lens reflex)
Camera Model
Shutter Speed
645N2, 645N
1/45 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE and Aperture Priority AE)
1/45 sec. or slower (in Shutter Priority AE and manual
exposure)
MZ-S
1/90 sec. or slower
Z-1/PZ-1, Z-5, Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5P 1/125 sec. or slower (in Programmed AE and Aperture
Priority AE in Hyper Progam)*1
1/125 sec. or slower (in Shutter Priority AE in Hyper
Program)*2
Z-10/PZ-10
1/60 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE)
1/60 sec. or slower (in manual exposure)
SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1, SF7/SF10 1/60 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE, Shutter Priority AE
and Aperture Priority AE)
1/60 sec. or slower (in manual exposure)
35mm autofocus single lens reflex 1/60 sec. or slower
cameras other than those above
*1: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on the focal length of the lens you are using.
*2: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on ambient light.
● Under the following condition, the flash mode automatically switches to P-TTL auto flash:
the flash mode is set to manual flash (M), and the sync mode is set to trailing curtain sync (
).
●(
) is displayed on the LCD panel only in the following case:
The shutter release button of the camera is pressed halfway, and the camera exposure metering timer is
on (information is displayed in the viewfinder).
● The built-in flash units of the following cameras do not have the trailing curtain sync function. When used
in combination with the AF540FGZ, the built-in flash unit does not fire - only the external flash unit fires.
SFX/SF1, SFXN/SF1N, SF7/SF10, Z-10/PZ-10
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Contrast Control Sync Photography (
)
Flash units that support this sync mode are as follows.
However, the flash modes, cameras, and camera shutter speeds that can be used differ depending on the flash unit.
Set the shutter speed to the speed shown in the shutter speed column below.
Flash Unit
Flash Mode
Camera Model
AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ,
built-in flash units
P-TTL auto flash
(Even if you set the flash to another
flash mode, the photograph is
automatically taken in P-TTL auto
flash mode.)
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL, *ist DS, *ist D, *ist,
MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6
AF330FTZ, AF500FTZ,
AF400FTZ, AF240FT
TTL auto flash
(Even if you set the flash to another
flash mode, the photograph is
automatically taken in TTL auto
flash mode.)
672, 645N2, 645N, or any 35mm autofocus
single lens reflex camera
Camera Category
Camera Model
Shutter Speed
Digital single lens reflex
cameras
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL, *ist DS
*ist D
1/150 sec. or slower
Film cameras (medium
format)
672
1/15 sec. fixed (in Aperture Priority AE)
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1/180 sec. or slower
1/15 sec. or slower (in manual exposure)
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Camera Category
Film cameras (medium
format)
Camera Model
645N2, 645N
Shutter Speed
1/45 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE and Aperture
Priority AE)
1/45 sec. or slower (in Shutter Priority AE and
manual exposure)
Film cameras (35mm
autofocus single lens
reflex cameras)
Z-1/PZ-1, Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5, Z-5P
1/60 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE and Aperture
Priority AE in Hyper Program)*1
1/60 sec. or slower (in Shutter Priority AE in
Hyper Program)*2
Z-10/PZ-10
1/60 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE)
1/60 sec. or slower (in manual exposure)
SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1, and SF7/
SF10
1/60 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE)
All 35mm autofocus single lens
reflex cameras other than above
1/60 sec. or slower
1/60 sec. or slower (in manual exposure)
*1: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on the focal length of the lens you are using.
*2: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on ambient light.
● The flash mode automatically switches to P-TTL auto under the following condition:
When the flash mode is set to manual flash (M), and the sync mode is set to contrast control sync
(
).
●(
) is displayed on the LCD panel only in the following case:
The shutter release button of the camera is pressed halfway, and the camera exposure metering timer is
on (information is displayed in the viewfinder).
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High-Speed-Sync Mode Photography (
)
Cameras that support this sync mode are as follows. Be sure to set your camera according to the following settings:
- Shutter speed: faster than flash unit's X-sync speed
- Exposure mode: Tv (Shutter Priority), Av (Aperture Priority), M (manual)
Exposure modes other than the above are not compatible with this sync mode. Refer to the
Exposure Modes Not Supported by High-Speed Sync Mode column.
Camera Model
Exposure Modes Not Supported
by High-Speed Sync Mode
*ist DL2, *ist DS2,
*ist DL, *ist DS, *ist,
MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6
AUTO PICT,
, , , , , ,P
(except *ist and MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6), SCN
(*ist DL2), B (Bulb Exposure) modes
*ist D
Green, P (Hyper Program) (when
programmed AE is activated) and B
(Bulb Exposure) modes
MZ-S
P (Programmed AE) mode, B (Bulb
Exposure) mode
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Notes
You can photograph in high-speed-sync mode
using the following method when the camera is in
P (Hyper Program) mode.
- Set the camera using the Av dial or Tv dial so
that the shutter speed is faster than 1/150 sec.
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Slow-Speed-Sync Photography Restrictions
Be sure to set the camera as follows.
- Shutter speed: slower than flash unit's X-sync speed
- Exposure mode: manual exposure, Shutter Priority AE, (except 645, SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1 and SF 7/SF10), B
(Bulb Exposure)
Exposure modes other than the above are not compatible with this photographic method. Refer to
the Exposure Modes Not Supported by Slow-Speed-Sync Photography column.
You cannot perform slow-speed-sync photography with settings other than B (Bulb Exposure) with the following
cameras:
- Cameras that are not capable of setting the shutter speed to the flash X-sync speed or slower
- Cameras in which the shutter speed is automatically switched to the X-sync speed when the flash unit has been
charged.
Camera Model
Exposure Modes Not Supported by
Slow-Speed-Sync Photography
*ist DL2, *ist DS2, *ist DL,
*ist DS, *ist, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6,
MZ-7/ZX-7
AUTO PICT,
, , , , , ,
P (except *ist and MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6), SCN
(*ist DL2), Av (Aperture Priority) modes
*ist D
Green, P (Hyper Program) (when
programmed AE is activated) and Av
(Aperture Priority) modes
Notes
You can perform slow-speed-sync
photography using the following
method when the camera is in P
(Hyper Program) mode.
- Set the camera using the Av dial or
Tv dial so that the shutter speed is
slower than 1/150 sec.
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Camera Model
Exposure Modes Not Supported by
Slow-Speed-Sync Photography
MZ-S, MZ-5N/ZX-5N, MZ-3,
MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-M/ZX-M,
Z-50P, Program A/
Program Plus
P (Programmed AE) and Av (Aperture
Priority) modes
MZ-50/ZX-50
PICT and Av (Aperture Priority) modes
MZ-30/ZX-30
, , , , ,
Notes
, Av (Aperture Priority)
modes
MZ-10/ZX-10
Auto picture, PICT, and Av (Aperture
Priority) modes
Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5P, Z-5,
Z-1/PZ-1
HyP (Hyper Program), Programmed AE
mode, Av (Aperture Priority), and HyM
(Hyper Manual) modes by pressing IF
button
Z-20P, Z-70P, Z-20/PZ-20
Green, Picture, and Av (Aperture Priority)
modes
Z-10/PZ-10
P (Programmed AE) mode
645, SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1,
SF7/SF10, Super A/
Super Program
Programmed AE, Aperture Priority AE and
Shutter Priority AE modes
LX
Aperture Priority AE mode
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You can perform slow-speed-sync
photography using the following
method when the camera is in HyP
(Hyper Program) mode.
- Set the camera using the Av dial or
Tv dial so that the shutter speed is
slower than 1/250 sec.
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■Precautions When Photographing with a Slave Flash
● Be sure to set the camera as follows:
- Exposure mode: M (manual) or B (Bulb Exposure)
* Exposure modes other than those above are not compatible with this photographic method.
● Set the slave mode of the flash unit to SL 2 (refer to page 52).
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Flash Effective Range
■Calculating the Flash Effective
Range
When setting the lens to manual f/stop, calculate the
guide number at full flash with the use of flash's zoom
position and ISO. Divide the resulting guide number by
the aperture in use. Thus, the maximum distance is
obtained. The minimum distance is obtained in dividing
this max. distance by approx. 10.
However, if the minimum distance obtained is 0.7m or
less, the minimum distance will be 0.7m. Refer to page
82 for the guide number table.
Example:
With a 85 mm lens at f/4 and sensitivity at ISO100
 For the zoom position 85mm and sensitivity at ISO100, the guide number is 54.
 54 (guide number) /4 (aperture) = 13.5m (max. distance)
 13.5m (max. distance) /10 = 1.35m (min. distance) Thus, flash effective range is approx. 1.35m - 13.5m.
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Display of Flash Effective Range
Effective flash range indicator
The shooting distance parameters will be displayed on
the LCD panel. Make sure that you are within the flash
effective range before taking pictures.
● The effective flash range is displayed for the
following camera and lens combinations.
Camera
Lens Types
*ist D series
DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F,
A
35mm autofocus single
lens reflex cameras
(except for SF series)
D FA, FA J, FA, F, A
645N2, 645N
FA645
If the maximum distance exceeds 22 meters,
( ) will blink. If the minimum distance is 0.7m
or less, (
) will blink.
● The flash effective range varies depending on
ISO, lens aperture in use, and/or the zoom
position (flash coverage angle). Keep this in
mind especially when you are using a variable
aperture zoom lens.
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■Guide Number (GN)
● Depending on the camera and lens you are using,
the effective flash range may be displayed. (Refer to
page 81.)
Guide numbers indicate flash light intensity. The larger
the number, the farther you can reach with your flash.
From the guide number, you can easily obtain the
proper aperture setting required for an optimum
exposure.
Aperture (f/stop) =
GN/flash-to-subject distance (m)
Guide Number Table
*With the wide-angle panel attached
Camera format
ISO
ISO100
82
Flash
light
intensity
35mm
645
67
DIGITAL
1/1
1/2
1/4
1/8
1/16
1/32
1/64
Zoom position
85mm
70mm
50mm
150mm 135mm 100mm
190mm 180mm 120mm
58mm
48mm
34mm
54
38
27
19
13.5
9.5
6.7
50
35
24.5
17
12
8.5
6
45
32
22.5
16
11
8
5.6
35mm
70mm
90mm
24mm
28mm
55mm
70mm
19mm
24mm
45mm
60mm
16mm
*20mm
*35mm
*55mm
*13mm
39
27.5
19.5
13.5
9.5
6.5
4.6
35
24.5
17
12
8.5
6
4.2
32
22.5
16
11
7.5
5
3.5
21
14.5
10
7
5
3.5
2.4
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Camera format
ISO
ISO200
ISO400
Flash
light
intensity
35mm
645
67
DIGITAL
1/1
1/2
1/4
1/8
1/16
1/32
1/64
1/1
1/2
1/4
1/8
1/16
1/32
1/64
Zoom position
85mm
70mm
50mm
150mm 135mm 100mm
190mm 180mm 120mm
58mm
48mm
34mm
76
54
38
27
19
13.5
9.5
108
76
54
38
27
19
13.5
71
50
35
24.5
17
12
8.5
100
71
50
35
24.5
17
12
64
45
32
22.5
16
11
8
90
64
45
32
22.5
16
11
35mm
70mm
90mm
24mm
28mm
55mm
70mm
19mm
24mm
45mm
60mm
16mm
*20mm
*35mm
*55mm
*13mm
55
39
27.5
19.5
13.5
9.5
6.5
78
55
39
27.5
19.5
13.5
9.5
49
35
24.5
17
12
8.5
6
70
49
35
24.5
17
12
8.5
45
32
22.5
16
11
7.5
5
64
45
32
22.5
16
11
7.5
30
21
14.5
10
7
5
3.5
42
30
21
14.5
10
7
5
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High-Speed Sync Guide Number
*With the wide-angle panel attached
ISO
ISO100
ISO200
ISO400
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Shutter
speed
Camera format
35mm
DIGITAL
250
500
1000
2000
4000
6000
250
500
1000
2000
4000
6000
250
500
1000
2000
4000
6000
Zoom position
85mm
58mm
70mm
48mm
50mm
34mm
35mm
24mm
28mm
19mm
24mm
16mm
*20mm
*13mm
24.2
18.8
14
10.2
7.3
6.2
34.2
26.5
19.8
14.4
10.4
8.8
48.4
37.6
28
20.4
14.6
12.4
22.4
17.4
13
9.5
6.8
5.7
31.6
24.6
18.4
13.4
9.6
8.1
44.8
34.8
26
19
13.6
11.5
20.1
15.6
11.7
8.5
6.1
5.2
28.5
22.1
16.5
12.0
8.6
7.3
40.2
31.2
23.4
17
12.2
10.3
17.5
13.6
10.1
7.4
5.3
4.5
24.7
19.2
14.3
10.4
7.5
6.3
35
27.2
20.2
14.8
10.6
8.9
15.7
12.2
9.1
6.6
4.8
4.0
22.2
17.2
12.8
9.4
6.7
5.7
31.4
24.4
18.2
13.2
9.6
8.0
14.3
11.1
8.3
6
4.3
3.7
20.3
15.7
11.7
8.6
6.1
5.2
28.6
22.2
16.6
12
8.6
7.3
9.4
7.3
5.5
4
2.9
2.4
13.3
10.3
7.7
5.6
4.0
3.4
18.8
14.6
11
8
5.8
4.8
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■P-TTL and TTL Auto Flash Effective Range
Zoom position
Camera
format
f/stop
ISO 100
ISO 200
35mm
20mm
24mm
28mm
35mm
50mm
20mm
24mm
28mm
35mm
645
35mm
45mm
55mm
70mm 100mm 135mm 150mm 35mm
45mm
55mm
70mm 100mm 135mm 150mm
67
55mm
60mm
70mm
90mm 120mm 180mm 190mm 55mm
60mm
70mm
90mm 120mm 180mm 190mm
DIGITAL 13mm
16mm
19mm
24mm
16mm
19mm
24mm
34mm
70mm
48mm
85mm
58mm
13mm
50mm
34mm
70mm
48mm
85mm
58mm
f/1.2
1.8 - 17.5 2.6 - 26.6 2.9 - 29.1 3.3 - 32.5 3.7 - 37.0 4.2 - 41.6 4.5 - 45.0 2.5 - 25.0 3.8 - 37.5 4.1 - 40.8 4.6 - 45.8 5.4 - 53.3 6.0 - 59.1 6.4 - 63.3
f/1.4
1.5 - 15.0 2.3 - 22.8 2.5 - 25.0 2.8 - 27.8 3.2 - 32.0 3.6 - 35.7 3.9 - 38.5 2.2 - 21.4 3.3 - 32.1 3.5 - 35.0 4.0 - 39.2 4.6 - 45.7 5.1 - 50.7 5.5 - 54.2
f/2
1.1 - 10.5 1.6 - 16.0 1.8 - 17.5 2.0 - 19.5 2.3 - 22.5 2.5 - 25.0 2.7 - 27.0 1.5 - 15.0 2.3 - 22.5 2.5 - 24.5 2.8 - 27.5 3.2 - 32.0 3.6 - 35.5 3.8 - 38.0
f/2.8
0.8 - 7.5 1.2 - 11.4 1.3 - 12.5 1.4 - 13.9 1.6 - 16.0 1.8 - 17.8 2.0 - 19.2 1.1 - 10.7 1.6 - 16.0 1.8 - 17.5 2.0 - 19.6 2.3 - 22.8 2.6 - 25.3 2.8 - 27.1
f/4
0.7 - 5.2 0.8 - 8.0 0.9 - 8.7 1.0 - 9.8 1.1 - 11.0 1.3 - 12.5 1.4 - 13.5 0.8 - 7.5 1.2 - 11.2 1.3 - 12.2 1.4 - 13.7 1.6 - 16.0 1.8 - 17.7 1.9 - 19.0
f/5.6
0.7 - 3.7 0.7 - 5.7 0.7 - 6.2 0.7 - 7.0 0.8 - 8.0 0.9 - 8.9 1.0 - 9.6 0.7 - 5.3 0.8 - 8.0 0.9 - 8.7 1.0 - 9.8 1.2 - 11.4 1.3 - 12.6 1.4 - 13.5
f/8
0.7 - 2.6 0.7 - 4.0 0.7 - 4.3 0.7 - 4.8 0.7 - 5.6 0.7 - 6.2 0.7 - 6.7 0.7 - 3.7 0.7 - 5.6 0.7 - 6.1 0.7 - 6.8 0.8 - 8.0 0.9 - 8.8 1.0 - 9.5
f/11
0.7 - 1.9 0.7 - 2.9 0.7 - 3.1 0.7 - 3.5 0.7 - 4.0 0.7 - 4.5 0.7 - 4.9 0.7 - 2.7 0.7 - 4.0 0.7 - 4.4 0.7 - 5.0 0.7 - 5.8 0.7 - 6.4 0.7 - 6.9
f/16
0.7 - 1.3 0.7 - 2.0 0.7 - 2.1 0.7 - 2.4 0.7 - 2.8 0.7 - 3.1 0.7 - 3.3 0.7 - 1.8 0.7 - 2.8 0.7 - 3.0 0.7 - 3.4 0.7 - 4.0 0.7 - 4.4 0.7 - 4.7
f/22
0.7 - 0.9 0.7 - 1.4 0.7 - 1.6 0.7 - 1.7 0.7 - 2.0 0.7 - 2.2 0.7 - 2.4 0.7 - 1.3 0.7 - 2.0 0.7 - 2.2 0.7 - 2.5 0.7 - 2.9 0.7 - 3.2 0.7 - 3.4
f/32
0.7 - 0.7 0.7 - 1.0 0.7 - 1.0 0.7 - 1.2 0.7 - 1.4 0.7 - 1.5 0.7 - 1.6 0.7 - 0.9 0.7 - 1.4 0.7 - 1.5 0.7 - 1.7 0.7 - 2.0 0.7 - 2.2 0.7 - 2.3
(Unit: m)
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Zoom position
Camera
format
f/stop
ISO 400
35mm
20mm
24mm
28mm
35mm
645
35mm
45mm
55mm
70mm 100mm 135mm 150mm
50mm
67
55mm
60mm
70mm
90mm 120mm 180mm 190mm
DIGITAL 13mm
16mm
19mm
24mm
34mm
70mm
48mm
85mm
58mm
f/1.2
3.5 - 35.0 5.4 - 53.3 5.9 - 58.3 6.5 - 65.0 7.5 - 75.0 8.4 - 83.3 9.0 - 90.0
f/1.4
3.0 - 30.0 4.6 - 45.7 5.0 - 50.0 5.6 - 55.7 6.5 - 64.2 7.2 - 71.4 7.8 - 77.1
f/2
2.1 - 21.0 3.2 - 32.0 3.5 - 35.0 3.9 - 39.0 4.5 - 45.0 5.0 - 50.0 5.4 - 54.0
f/2.8
1.5 - 15.0 2.3 - 22.8 2.5 - 25.0 2.8 - 27.8 3.3 - 32.1 3.6 - 35.7 3.9 - 38.5
f/4
1.1 - 10.5 1.6 - 16.0 1.8 - 17.5 2.0 - 19.5 2.3 - 22.5 2.5 - 25.0 2.7 - 27.0
f/5.6
0.8 - 7.5 1.2 - 11.4 1.3 - 12.5 1.4 - 13.9 1.6 - 16.0 1.8 - 17.8 2.0 - 19.2
f/8
0.7 - 5.2 0.8 - 8.0 0.9 - 8.7 1.0 - 9.7 1.2 - 11.2 1.3 - 12.5 1.4 - 13.5
f/11
0.7 - 3.8 0.7 - 5.8 0.7 - 6.3 0.7 - 7.0 0.9 - 8.1 0.9 - 9.0 1.0 - 9.8
f/16
0.7 - 2.6 0.7 - 4.0 0.7 - 4.3 0.7 - 4.8 0.7 - 5.6 0.7 - 6.2 0.7 - 6.7
f/22
0.7 - 1.9 0.7 - 2.9 0.7 - 3.1 0.7 - 3.5 0.7 - 4.0 0.7 - 4.5 0.7 - 4.9
f/32
0.7 - 1.3 0.7 - 2.0 0.7 - 2.1 0.7 - 2.4 0.7 - 2.8 0.7 - 3.1 0.7 - 3.3
(Unit: m)
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Optional Accessories
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this flash unit.
TR Power Pack-3 (Upcoming product)
Hot Shoe Adapter F
External power source which supplies power from six
C-size batteries.
Adapter for connecting the camera and extension cord
F5P. It also has a hot shoe on its top.
Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10
Extension Cord F5P
Setting clip for using the AF540FGZ as a wireless slave
flash.
0.5m/1.5m/L(Approx.3m)
5P synchro cord to use a flash unit for single lens reflex
camera, such as the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ,
separately from the camera. It is used in combination
with the hot shoe adapter FG, hot adapter shoe F, or off
camera shoe adapter F.
Hot Shoe Adapter FG
Adapter for using the AF540FGZ as a separate flash
unit using the extension cord F5P. It can be used in
combination with the built-in flash unit.
Off camera shoe adapter F
Adapter for attaching an external flash unit, etc. on a
tripod separated from the camera. It comes with a
connector for the extension cord F5P.
● The off-camera shoe adapter F cannot be
attached to the bundled stand.
Hot Shoe Grip 672
Adapter for positioning a flash unit such as the
AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ alongside the camera body.
It connects to the 672's 5P sync terminal with the
included 5P Sync Cord.
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Specifications
Type
Guide No.
88
Clip-on, TTL auto zoom flash unit with serial control
Maximum 54 (ISO 100/m). In manual mode, seven-step adjustment from M1/1 to M1/64. The
focal lengths in the table below are for 35 mm single lens reflex cameras. (when using 35mm
format camera)
*Wide-angle panel used
(ISO 100)
Focal Length (Zoom position)
(M1/1) (=FULL)
(M1/2)
(M1/4)
(M1/8)
(M1/16)
(M1/32)
(M1/64)
85mm 70mm 50mm 35mm 28mm 24mm 20mm*
54
50
45
39
35
32
21
38
35
32
27.5
24.5
22.5
14.5
27
24.5
22.5
19.5
17
16
10
19
17
16
13.5
12
11
7
13.5
12
11
9.5
8.5
7.5
5
9.5
8.5
8
6.5
6
5
3.5
6.7
6
5.6
4.6
4.2
3.5
2.4
(ISO 200)
Focal Length (Zoom position)
(M1/1) (=FULL)
(M1/2)
(M1/4)
(M1/8)
(M1/16)
(M1/32)
(M1/64)
85mm 70mm 50mm 35mm 28mm 24mm 20mm*
76
71
64
55
49
45
30
54
50
45
39
35
32
21
38
35
32
27.5
24.5
22.5
14.5
27
24.5
22.5
19.5
17
16
10
19
17
16
13.5
12
11
7
13.5
12
11
9.5
8.5
7.5
5
9.5
8.5
8
6.5
6
5
3.5
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(ISO 400)
Focal Length (Zoom position)
(M1/1) (=FULL)
(M1/2)
(M1/4)
(M1/8)
(M1/16)
(M1/32)
(M1/64)
85mm 70mm 50mm 35mm 28mm 24mm 20mm*
108
100
90
78
70
64
42
76
71
64
55
49
45
30
54
50
45
39
35
32
21
38
35
32
27.5
24.5
22.5
14.5
27
24.5
22.5
19.5
17
16
10
19
17
16
13.5
12
11
7
13.5
12
11
9.5
8.5
7.5
5
Flash duration (1/2 peak each)
Recycling time/Total number
of flashes
(M1/1) flash: Approx. 1/1200 sec. (TTL) Fastest duration time: Approx. 1/20000 sec.
Consecutive Discharge
Flash Coverage Angle
Approx. 2 frames/sec. for 50 times, at M 1/16 output (with alkaline LR-6 batteries)
Auto zoom enabled with autofocus compatible camera and lens combination.
*Wide-angle panel used.
Battery type
Alkaline (LR6)
Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) (2500mAH)
Lithium (FR6)
Zoom position
Vertical Coverage
Horizontal Coverage
(7 step zoom)
Color temperature
Effective flash range
AF spotbeam
Film speed setting
85mm
23°
31°
70mm
26°
36°
Recycling time
Approx. 6 sec.
Approx. 6 sec.
Approx. 6 sec.
50mm
34°
46°
35mm
45°
60°
Total number of flashes
Approx. 200
Approx. 250
Approx. 350
28mm
53°
70°
24mm
60°
78°
20mm*
85°
98°
Daylight (Suited for daylight color film)
Approx. 0.8 m - 8.0 m (Guide No. 45, ISO 100, f/5.6)
Red beam emitted under low light or low-contrast conditions.
Effective range: Approx. 1 m - 7 m (According to Pentax’s testing conditions.)
ISO 25 - 1600
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Flash modes
Flash exposure
compensation
Flash output setting
Flash sync mode
Wireless flash
Bounce flash
Power saving
Red-eye reduction
Modeling flash
Wide-angle panel
Catchlight panel
LCD panel illumination
Power source
Dimensions and weight
90
P-TTL auto, TTL auto, auto, manual.
In P-TTL mode, -3.0 to +1.0 levels (0.5 step increments)
Wireless master, slave: (1/1 ➝ 2/3 ➝ 1/2 ➝1/3)
Manual: (1/1 ➝ 1/2 ➝ 1/4 ➝ 1/8 ➝ 1/16 ➝ 1/32 ➝ 1/64)
Leading curtain sync, Trailing curtain sync, Contrast control sync, High-speed-sync.
(Control system) Optical pulse transmission
(Wireless position) Master (M), control (C), slave (S)
(Channels) 1 to 4
Compatible modes: P-TTL, auto (A), manual (M)
Effective range: Approx. 4 m (When set to SL 1. According to Pentax testing conditions.)
Vertical and horizontal bounce possible, click stops provided, lock provided at 0°.
Rightward: 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, 120°, 150°, 180°
Leftward: 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, 135°
Upward: 0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
Downward: 0°, -10°
Automatic power-off: After approx. 3 min. of non-operation with the power (ON). 6
minutes in Auto. After 1 hour in the wireless mode.
Quick power on: By pressing the camera’s shutter release button halfway
Operates with autofocus cameras equipped with red-eye reduction feature.
Modeling button (MODELING) fires flash consecutively for 1 second.
Pull out manually and flash zoom position sets to 20mm.
Pull out manually.
LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT) illuminates the LCD panel for about 10 sec. or press
the button again to turn it off.
Size-AA batteries × 4, (Alkaline (LR6), Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), or Lithium (FR6))
Optional external power source: TR Power Pack-3 (Upcoming product)
76 mm (W) × 142 mm (H) × 107 mm (T) (3.0'' × 5.6'' × 4.2'')
380 g (13.4 oz.) without batteries
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Warranty Policy
All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against
defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be rendered, and
defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of
impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating
instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be
liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay
or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or
workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all
guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as herein before
provided. No refunds will be made on repairs performed by non-authorized Pentax service facilities.
Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you
purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer. If there is no representative of the manufacturer in your country, send the
equipment to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before the
equipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required. If the equipment is covered by
warranty, repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge, and the equipment will be returned to you upon completion
of servicing. If the equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will
apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish
to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s
representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your Pentax returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge
according to this procedure and warranty policy.
In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees are to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your
purchase when required, please keep the receipts or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before
sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorized
representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a
quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed
with the servicing.
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This warranty policy does not affect customer’s statutory rights.
The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy.
Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact
the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
For customers in the USA
STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
Pour les utilisateurs an Canada
Cet appareil numèique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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Information on disposal for users
1. In the European Union
If your product is marked with this symbol, it
means that used electrical/electronic
products should not be mixed with general
household waste. There exists a separate
collection system for these products.
Used electric/electronic equipment must be treated
separately and in accordance with legislation that requires
proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
Following the implementation by member states, private
households within the EU states may return their used
electrical/electronic equipments to designated collection
facilities free of charge*. In some countries your local
retailer may also take back your old product free of charge
if you purchase a similar new one.
*Please contact your local authority for further details.
2. In other countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local
authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can
be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you
don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities
are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch or
www.sens.ch
By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure
that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment,
recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative
effects on the environment and human health which could
otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.
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PENTAX Corporation
PENTAX Europe GmbH
(European Headquarters)
PENTAX U.K. Limited
PENTAX France S.A.S.
PENTAX (Schweiz) AG
PENTAX Scandinavia AB
PENTAX Imaging Company
A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
PENTAX Canada Inc.
2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
(http://www.pentax.co.jp/)
Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY
(HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com)
(Germany - http://www.pentax.de)
Pentax House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.
(http://www.pentax.co.uk)
112 Quai de Bezons, B.P.204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE
(http://www.pentax.fr)
Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND
(http://www.pentax.ch)
P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN (http://www.pentax.se)
(Headquarters)
600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden Colorado 80401, U.S.A.
(PENTAX Service Department)
12000 Zuni Street
Suite 100B
Westminster, Colorado 80234, U.S.A. (http://www.pentaximaging.com)
1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7,CANADA
(http://www.pentax.ca)
The CE Mark is a Directive conformity
mark of the European Union.
Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
57546
02-200603
Printed in Japan
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