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2. Preparing the flash unit for use
2.1 Mounting the flash unit on the camera
Before mounting or removing the flash unit, switch off both the ca-
mera and the flash unit!
The mecablitz can only be mounted on the camera with the SCA 301 standard
foot or an SCA 3xx/SCA 3xx2 adapter (optional extra).
As standard, the mecablitz is fitted with the SCA 301 foot for simple flash syn-
chronisation. The shutter speed must be the same or slower than the X synch
speed. The „Set“ version is supplied with the corresponding SCA adapter in
place of the SCA 301 standard foot.
Mounting the standard foot or SCA adapter:
Be sure to switch off the mecablitz by its main switch prior to mount-
ing or removing the standard foot or SCA adapter.
• Hold the cover plate (only when using the SCA 3xx2 adapter) in the middle
and withdraw.
• Push the SCA adapter or the SCA 301 standard foot all the way in.
Removing the standard foot or SCA adapter:
• Turn off the mecablitz with its main switch
(Fig. 1).
• Push the battery compartment lid
(Fig. 3) down and fold open.
• Press the coloured unlocking button
(Fig. 3) and simultaneously withdraw
the SCA adapter or standard foot.
Mounting the mecablitz:
Insert the mecablitz in the camera’s accessory shoe and lock into position
with the locking screw.
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2.2 Power supply
2.2.1 Suitable batteries
The mecablitz can be operated with any of the following batteries:
• 4 NiCad batteries, type IEC KR 15/51.
They permit fast recycling and are economical in use because they are
rechargeable.
• 4 nickel-metal-hydride batteries.
Significantly higher capacity than NiCad batteries and less harmful to the
environment (no cadmium).
• 4 alkaline-manganese batteries, type IEC LR6.
Maintenance-free power source for moderate power requirements.
• Power Pack P 40 (optional accessory)
Offers microprocessor-controlled battery monitoring and charge level indi-
cation (with discharge function).
• Power Pack P 50 (optional accessory)
Offers microprocessor-controlled battery monitoring and charge level indi-
cation (with discharge function).
2.2.2 Exchanging batteries
• Switch off the mecablitz with its main switch
(Fig. 1).
• Push the battery compartment lid
(Fig. 3) down and fold open.
• Insert the batteries in conformity with the indicated battery symbols and
close the battery compartment cover.
CAUTION: When loading batteries ensure correct polarity as indicated
by the symbols on the battery compartment lid
.
Exhausted batteries must not be thrown in the dustbin! Help protect
the environment and dispose of exhausted batteries at the appro-
priate collecting points.
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