User manual PYRAMID PW1277X DATASHEET

[. . . ] The control panel also lights under control by a digital camera with communication capability. 21 Instruction manual (this manual) Warranty card Flash stand FLST-1 Flash case 3 EN Control panel Super FP flash gP. 29 Notes on this manual The indications on the control panel may differ from those shown in the illustration above depending on the setup of the electronic flash, the camera in use, and the shooting conditions. For example, the firing angle (ZOOM) can be displayed in either of the following modes. [. . . ] Red-eye reduction flash Reduces the appearance of red eyes due to flash emission. Slow synchronization The flash is emitted while the shutter is open for a longer time. However in this mode, the shutter speed is extended depending on the brightness. You will be able to take great pictures of people in night or twilight scenes. 26 EN Second curtain synchronization A slow shutter is used and the flash is emitted immediately before the end of the exposure period. This makes it possible to take pictures of moving objects such as car taillights with a streaming effect. Combination with camera's built-in flash When the camera in use has a built-in flash, it can be used simultaneously with the electronic flash. For example, you can bounce the light from the electronic flash off the wall or ceiling while using the camera's built-in flash for a catchlight effect. With certain camera models, the built-in flash may be disabled when the electronic flash is attached to the camera's hot shoe. x Notes The electronic flash control mode should be set to TTL AUTO or FP TTL AUTO. 27 EN Custom setup Custom setup allows you to customize the electronic flash to suit your preferences. 1 Press and hold the MODE button for more than 2 seconds, until the setup mode display appears in the control panel. Press and hold the MODE button for more than 2 seconds to confirm the setup. 2 MODE button 3 4 Setup mode Mode display MODE button Value display Dial Function AF illuminator is activated according to the control from the camera. Use this setting when not using the flash cable (attaching to the hot shoe or using a clip-on). Use this setting when using the flash cable (off-flash cable). Default value AF illuminator A Flash cable on 28 EN Setup mode Mode display MODE button Value display Dial Function Firing angle is displayed in terms of the lens focal length of a FOUR THIRDS camera. Default value Firing angle (ZOOM) display Distance display unit Firing angle is converted into the focal distance of the 135 type. This allows the flash to be used in the same feeling as the flash for a 135 type (35 mm film) camera. Use this setting when the wide panel is damaged so as to be able to change the firing angle with the ZOOM button. You can change the firing angle by pressing ZOOM button again while the current firing angle is displayed. Verify whether the firing angle setting is appropriate or not by performing a test shot. When shooting using 2nd curtain synchronization, set the shutter speed up to 4 seconds since the flash will be emitted automatically after about 5 seconds. In RC mode the built-in flash of the camera is used to send the remote control signal and therefore cannot be used as a flash. 34 EN About the placement of the electronic flash The remote control signal is sent using the built-in flash of the camera so the maximum range for the placement of the electronic flash will vary depending on the camera. For details, refer to the camera's instruction manual. 1 Attach the flash stand to the camera. Slide the electronic flash all the way into the flash stand until it stops with a click. If the lock pin is protruding, pull it back inside by turning the lock ring as far as it will go in the direction opposite to LOCK. You can also fix the flash stand on a tripod. 2 Place the electronic flash so that the remote sensor is facing the camera, and turn the light-emitting section in the direction of the subject you want to shoot. Placement examples: Placement of a single flash Remote sensor Direction of the flash emission 30 30° Direction of the camera 50° 50 100° 100 60 60° 30° 30 10m 50° 50 5m 35 EN Placement examples: Placement of three flashes Group A Group C 30° 30 50° 50 100° 100 50° 50 60° 60 30 30° 10m Group B 5m Groups A, B: Placed at the sides of the subject to bring out perspective and avoid a flat look. Group C: Directed at the wall and bounced to diffuse shadows from the background. Changing the amount of light of each flash When shooting with multiple flashes you can create different effects of the flash photography by changing the amount of light of each flash. First, try to change the flash mode and flash intensity value for each group. If that is not enough to create the expression you want, try the following. Change the firing angle. x Notes If there is an object between the camera's built-in flash and the electronic flash it may obstruct the light signal and the flash may not be emitted. [. . . ] The negative end is slightly swollen and is not covered by the coating (insulation). The negative end is flat (whether or not a part of the negative pole is covered by the coating). If battery fluid gets on your skin or clothes, it may irritate your skin. If battery fluid comes in contact with your eyes, blindness may result. Rinse your eyes with clean water without rubbing them and see a doctor immediately. [. . . ]