User manual KAWAI FS660

[. . . ] shall not be responsible for damage, lost profits, etc. , caused by loss of image data because of defects, disassembly, repair or modification of this product by people other than third parties specified by KAWAI IMAGING CORP. reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication without obligation or advance notice. For the latest information of product name and numbers etc. , please contact your local service station. If you have any queries regarding this manual, please contact your local service station. EN Please read the following items before use This product is a precision device designed for use at a water depth within 60 m. [. . . ] Inserting the Batteries Usable batteries (sold separately) Always use one of the following battery combinations: AA alkaline batteries/AA NiMH batteries/AA lithium batteries/ AA oxyride batteries/AA NiCd batteries · Manganese batteries are not to be used. EN Inserting the batteries 1 Carefully rotate the battery cap counterclockwise to remove it. 2 Install the batteries in the correct manner paying especial attention to match the (+) and (-) marks. not only on the O-ring but also on the contact surface (battery cap side). 5 Match the O mark on the battery cap (back side) with the O mark on the flash and while pushing the battery cap, turn gently in a clockwise direction until it can't turn anymore. · While putting the cap back on take special care so that the O-ring does not project from the groove. 6 After replacing the battery cap tightly, turn it back slightly in a counterclockwise direction and align the marks. · After aligning the marks, make sure no O-ring can be seen. 1 2 4 5 +- 6 O Mark Alignment marks O-ring Correct (The O-ring can't be seen) Incorrect (The O-ring can be seen) EN 18 r2090_e_00. book Page 19 Thursday, May 1, 2008 6:29 PM CAUTION · While installing and exchanging batteries make sure to wipe the flash of any water and always use dry hands. If the cap is turned too quickly the O-ring may get caught and cause a leakage. · When securing the battery cap tightly, make sure to turn it back slightly in a counterclockwise direction and align the flash's mark with the battery cap's mark. If the battery cap is secured too tight beyond the alignment marks, the battery cap may not be removed due to water pressure etc. · Always replace both batteries at the same time. EN EN 19 r2090_e_00. book Page 20 Thursday, May 1, 2008 6:29 PM 4. Channel : Set the same channel, between 1 and 4, on the camera and flash. Group : You can control up to 3 groups (A, B and C) of flash arrays with different flash modes and other settings. On the electronic flash set in advance the group with which the flash will be emitted. 5 After the shooting preparations are completed, take some test shots to check the flash operation and the resulting images. EN 24 r2090_e_00. book Page 25 Thursday, May 1, 2008 6:29 PM When the flash is connected using the underwater TTL cable Let's try shooting pictures using the TTL AUTO mode. In TTL AUTO mode the flash intensity is controlled automatically according to the camera's settings. Flash control mode AUTO CHECK lamp Firing angle Displayed according to the focal length of the lens. Light control range MODE button EN 1 Set the camera's shooting mode to one of the underwater modes. 2 Press the MODE button of the electronic flash repeatedly to set the flash control mode to [TTL AUTO]. · Shooting information will be communicated between the camera and the electronic flash and the light control range will be displayed on the control panel. · If the subject is not within the light control range, adjust the distance to the subject. · The light control range will vary according to the camera's setup (ISO sensitivity, aperture value and focal length of the lens). · When flash activation has been performed correctly, the AUTO CHECK lamp blinks for about 5 seconds after the shutter is released. EN 25 r2090_e_00. book Page 26 Thursday, May 1, 2008 6:29 PM Select the flash control mode according to the subject and the shooting conditions. [. . . ] 2 Silicone O-ring grease (PSOLG-1/2/3): This is a special grease for silicone O-ring maintenance. Q8: A8: EN * Please contact your local service station or dealer when replacement is required. Replacement will be made against payment. EN 36 r2090_e_00. book Page 37 Thursday, May 1, 2008 6:29 PM Warning display list Warning details Control panel display Remedy In AUTO mode: Out of light control range (camera without communication capability) Change the camera's ISO sensitivity or aperture setting. EN (camera without communication capability) When the optimum shooting distance is less than 0. 6 m (1. 9 ft. ), the displayed value blinks to alert you that the shooting range does not match the light emission area of the flash. 2 Change the guide number setting. In MANUAL mode: Subject too close In FP MANUAL mode: Subject too close EN 37 r2090_e_00. book Page 38 Thursday, May 1, 2008 6:29 PM Troubleshooting Q: A: When are test flash activation and auto checking effective?Correct activation of the flash can be confirmed by checking the AUTO CHECK lamp (AUTO modes only). [. . . ]