Q&A - Olympus FL 50R Instruction Manual

Q&A
Q
When are test flash activation and auto checking effective?
A
Checking the optimum flash activation based on the AUTO CHECK
lamp is particularly effective in bounce flash (in AUTO modes only).
Q
Why does the electronic flash get hot after successive emissions?
A
The batteries generate heat when flash is emitted repeatedly.
In this case, use the electronic flash at intervals until the flash
emission section and batteries cool down.
Q
Why can't I mount the electronic flash on the camera?
A
The electronic flash cannot be attached if the lock pin is protruding.
In such case, turn the lock ring as far as it will go in the direction
opposite to LOCK (gP. 9).
Q
Why doesn't the flash control mode change when I press the
MODE button?
A
When the electronic flash is connected to certain types of
communication-capable cameras, the flash control mode can only
be controlled from the camera.
Q
What is the recommended white balance setting for the camera
when using the electronic flash?
A
The auto white balance mode is recommended. If you use the
manual white balance mode, set the color temperature to around
5500K. Note that the color temperature varies depending on the
flash intensity.
Q
The AF illuminator does not light up. What is wrong?
A
The AF illuminator only works when you use the electronic flash
with Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR cameras. It does not
work with other cameras. The AF illuminator will not work also when
lenses large in diameter that can obstruct it are attached to the
camera.
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