Metz MECABLITZ 44 AF-1, Operating Instruction

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15 Troubleshooting
If the flash unit does not function as it
should, switch it off for approx.
10 seconds via the
button.
Check the camera settings and that the
flash unit stand is fitted correctly in the
accessory shoe.
Replace the batteries with new or freshly
charged batteries.
The flash unit should function normally
again once it is switched back on. If this
is not the case, contact your local dealer.
Below is a list of some of the problems
that may occur when the flash unit is
used. For each item, possible causes
and remedies for the problem are listed.
The AF measuring beam of the flash unit is
not activated.
• The flash unit is not ready for firing.
• The camera is not in Single AF mode
(S-AF).
• The camera supports only its own
internal AF measuring beam.
• Some cameras support the AF measu-
ring beam in the flash unit only with
the camera’s central AF sensor. If a
peripheral AF sensor is selected, then
the AF measuring beam will not be
activated in the flash unit.
Activate the central AF sensor.
The reflector position is not automatically
adjusted to the current zoom position of the
lens.
• The camera is not transmitting any
digital data to the flash unit.
• There is no exchange of data between
the flash unit and the camera.
Tap the camera’s shutter release.
• The camera is equipped with a lens
without CPU.
Tap the camera´s shutter release
• The main reflector is swivelled out of its
locked normal position.