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22.2 Reset
The flash unit can be reset to the factory settings. To do this, press the
„Mode“ key and hold it down for approx. 3 seconds. „Reset“ will then appe-
ar on the display panel. After about 3 seconds the display reading will return
to the factory setting.
This will not affect the firmware updates for the flash unit.
22.3 Flash capacitor forming
The flash capacitor built into the flash unit undergoes physical change if the
unit is not switched on for a prolonged period. For this reason it is necessary
to switch the unit on for approximately 10 minutes at least once every three
months. The power supplied by the power source must be sufficient to cause
the flash readiness indicator to light up no more than one minute after the
flash unit is switched on.
23. Troubleshooting
Should the flash unit fail to function properly or meaningless content
appear on the flash unit display panel, switch the flash unit off with
the main switch
for approximately 10 seconds. Check the camera
settings and make sure the foot of the flash unit is mounted correctly
in the camera’s 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.
No maximum flash range indication appears on the display panel.
• The main reflector is not in normal position.
• The flash unit has been set to remote operation.
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TILT" appears on the display
• The main reflector is tilted downwards for close-up or macro shots.
"POWERPACK" appears on the display
• An unauthorised power pack has been connected to the mecablitz. Use
only a Metz Power Pack P76.
A battery warning appears on the display
• When the battery warning appears on the display there is still enough
power left for a few more flashes. See also chapter 3.2 "Replacing batte-
ries". There are, however, battery batches with which the battery warning
appears relatively early, even though there may still be up to 50 % of the
flashes still available. In wireless remote mode it is not possible to provide
a battery warning for system-related reasons.
A battery symbol appears on the display
• There is a Metz Power Pack P76 connected to the mecablitz and there are
batteries in the battery compartment of the mecablitz. Remove batteries
from the mecablitz.
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 measuring 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 (Group A
cameras).
• There is no exchange of data between the flash unit and the camera. Tap
the camera’s shutter release.
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