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This flash unit is designed and manufactured solely for use with
the Minolta Maxxum/Dynax series cameras. It cannot be attached
to other Minolta cameras. Performance when used with cameras
from other manufacturers cannot be guaranteed. Minolta takes no
responsibility for accidents or malfunctions due to use with such
cameras.
The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced
before September 2000. Contact the nearest authorized Minolta
Service Facility to obtain information for products released after
this date.
This mark below the flashtube certifies that this prod-
uct meets the requirements of the EU (European
Union) concerning interference causing equipment
regulations. CE stands for conformité Européenne
(European conformity).
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CONTENTS
NAMES OF PARTS .................................................................................6
BASIC OPERATION
INSTALLING BATTERIES .....................................................................10
Checking Batteries ......................................................................11
ATTACHING AND REMOVAL................................................................12
AUTO POWER ON/OFF AND FILM......................................................13
P MODE FLASH: THE BASICS ............................................................14
EXPOSURE MODES ............................................................................17
A Mode Flash ..............................................................................17
S Mode Flash ..............................................................................17
M Mode Flash .............................................................................18
Flash Sync Speed........................................................................18
APPLICATIONS
FLASH COVERAGE..............................................................................20
Zoom Flash Coverage (AUTO) ....................................................20
Zoom Flash Coverage (MANUAL) ...............................................21
Wide Angle Adapter .....................................................................22
BOUNCE FLASH...................................................................................23
HIGH-SPEED SYNC [HSS]...................................................................26
WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH MODE [WL]...........................................28
AF ILLUMINATOR .................................................................................35
TIME TO AUTO POWER OFF ..............................................................36
APPENDIX
USE IN COMBINATION WITH OTHER PRODUCTS ...........................39
FLASH RANGE .....................................................................................42
CAUTIONS WHILE HANDLING ............................................................44
PERFORMANCE...................................................................................46
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