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AUTO ZOOM ELECTRONIC
FLASH UNIT
OPERATING MANUAL
Please read this operating manual carefully first for proper use.

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  • Page 1 01_Cover_1.fm Page 0 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:08 PM AUTO ZOOM ELECTRONIC FLASH UNIT OPERATING MANUAL Please read this operating manual carefully first for proper use.

  • Page 2: Bundled Items

    00_AF360FGZ.book Page 0 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:09 PM Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Auto-flash AF360FGZ. In addition to easy daylight sync photography with TTL auto, the AF360FGZ also allows wireless TTL auto (P-TTL auto) photography and high-speed sync. It is clip-on type flash which enables accurate focus adjustments even in dark locations with built-in AF-assist spotbeam.

  • Page 3: For Safe Use Of Your Flash Unit

    FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR FLASH UNIT Although we have carefully produced this flash unit for safe operation, please be sure to especially follow warnings and cautions given on page 2. WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to the user. CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 4 WARNING The flash contains electronic circuits that operate at high voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the flash unit yourself, as there is danger of an electric shock. If internal parts of the flash unit becomes exposed due to impact, etc., do not touch them as there is danger of an electric shock.

  • Page 5: Precautions For Your Flash Unit

    Do not attach any accessories having the wrong number of electrical contacts for the hot shoe or grip. Otherwise, some functions may not work properly. l Pentax will not be held responsible for any accidents or damage, etc. caused due to the use of this product with cameras which are made by companies other than Pentax.

  • Page 6: Cautions Regarding Batteries

    nCautions Regarding Batteries l This flash unit uses 4 AA-size alkaline, lithium, or nickel metal hydride batteries. Do not use any other type of batteries. The flash unit may not be able to operate correctly or demonstrate sufficient performance, or the flash unit itself may generate heat, depending on the type of batteries used.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Modeling Flash/Test Flash... 55 Connecting the AF360FGZ with the Extension Cord ... 56 Supported Functions for Pentax Cameras ... 57 Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode... 57 Cameras that Support Each Sync Mode ... 59 Cameras that Support Wireless Mode ... 60 Cameras that Support Slow-Speed-Sync Mode...

  • Page 8: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts  Bounce angle adjustment  LCD panel  Flash mode button  Select button  Adjustment dial  LCD panel illumination button/ Format button  Zoom button/ Channel button  Test button/ Modeling button/ Ready lamp  Setting switch ...
  • Page 9 00_AF360FGZ.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:09 PM...
  • Page 10 nLCD Panel Indicator  Zoom indicator : A.Zoom Ý M.Zoom xxmm = 20, 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85 (35 mm format)  Format indicator : 35mm Ý 645 Ý 67  Flash mode indicator : P-TTL Ý A Ý M Ý SB ...

  • Page 11: Auto Check Display

    When in poorly lit locations and the LCD panel cannot be seen, pressing the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT) will illuminate the panel for about 10 seconds. Pressing it again will turn off the illumination. l The camera's LCD panel lights up also when you press the LCD illumination button (LIGHT) and the exposure metering timer is on for the following camera.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Batteries

    Inserting the Batteries Slide the battery chamber cover as shown in the figure to open. Insert four AA-size batteries, making sure the plus/minus marking (+, -) match the diagram inside the battery chamber cover.

  • Page 13: Types Of Batteries

    Types of Batteries This flash unit uses four AA-size batteries of the same type, as shown below. - Alkaline battery (LR6) - Lithium battery (FR6) - Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH) (Nickel manganese (Ni-Mn) and nickel cadmium (Ni- Cd) batteries cannot be used.) l For information about recycling times and total number of flashes, refer to “Specifications”...

  • Page 14: Mounting To Camera

    Mounting to Camera Remove the hot shoe cover from the camera. Attach the flash unit to the camera.  Turn the locking lever of the flash unit in the direction opposite to that indicated by (FIXÝ) (clockwise from the direction of the LCD panel).

  • Page 15: Turning The Power On

    Turning the Power On Sliding the power switch to the (ON) position will turn on the power. The ready lamp will light up when the flash is charged. Sliding it to the (OFF) position will turn off the power. If charging time takes more than 20 seconds, the batteries have been exhausted and should be replaced with new batteries.

  • Page 16: Auto Power Off Function

    nAuto Power Off Function When the flash unit is left unused for about 3 minutes with the power switch set to the (ON) position, it automatically turns off to save the power. l In the auto flash mode (A), the power will turn off after about 6 minutes.

  • Page 17: Select Button (S)/Adjustment Dial Functions

    Select Button (S)/Adjustment Dial Functions 4 types of settings are available as shown on the following pages for the select button (S) and the adjustment dial. Procedure Press the select button (S) so that the number to adjust blinks. Turn the adjustment dial and adjust the blinking number.

  • Page 18: Adjustment Range

    Flash exposure compensation P-TTL Auto flash ISO / F (aperture) setting Auto flash (A) Manual flash output Manual (M) Wireless (W) master flash (M) Flash output setting Wireless (W) slave flash (S) After adjustment, press the select button (S) and stop the blinking.

  • Page 19: Camera Format And Flash Coverage Angle

    Camera Format and Flash Coverage Angle The AF360FGZ’s flash coverage angle can be adjusted to match the angle of view of the lens being used, which enables effective distribution of the flash light. The flash coverage angle is indicated by the focal lengths of available lenses in the LCD panel of the flash unit, according to the preset image size (FORMAT) of the camera.
  • Page 20 Zoom position (Flash coverage angle) setting Next, set the zoom (flash coverage angle) to match the focal length of the lens you are using. Auto Zoom (A.Zoom) If both the camera and lens are autofocus, you can automatically set the flash coverage angle according to the focal length of the lens by pressing the shutter release button of the camera halfway down.
  • Page 21 Zoom Positions by Camera format 35mm camera 645 camera 20mm* 35mm* 24mm 45mm 28mm 55mm 35mm 70mm 50mm 100mm 70mm 135mm 85mm 150mm l When the wide-angle panel is used, the zoom button (ZOOM) will not work. (The wide-angle panel is in a slit on the top of the flash head. Pull it out so that it covers the front of the flash head.
  • Page 22 00_AF360FGZ.book Page 20 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:09 PM Digital Camera 35mm Camera 645 Camera 67 Camera...

  • Page 23: Focal Length

    l In the (A.Zoom) mode, the flash coverage angle will be adjusted automatically to suit the lens focal length when you press the shutter release button halfway, and the camera exposure metering timer is on. l A warning signal appears as follows when the flash cannot cover the focal length of the camera.

  • Page 24: Using The Flash Modes

    Using the Flash Modes The AF360FGZ has the following flash modes. Select the mode best suited for the subject. Before photographing, confirm the following. 1. Whether your camera supports the desired flash mode. Ý Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode (Page 57) 2.
  • Page 25 nP-TTL Auto Flash EffectiveFlash range Refer to page 22 for the features and conditions of use of this flash mode. Procedure Turn on the flash unit. Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (P-TTL) is displayed on the LCD panel. Set the sync mode switch to leading curtain sync ), trailing curtain sync ( contrast-control (...
  • Page 26 nTTL Auto Flash Refer to page 22 for the features and conditions of use of this flash mode. Procedure Turn on the flash unit. Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (TTL) is displayed on the LCD panel. Set the sync mode switch to leading curtain sync ), trailing curtain sync ( contrast-control ( ), according to the...
  • Page 27 00_AF360FGZ.book Page 25 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:09 PM nAuto Flash Refer to page 22 for the features and conditions of use of this flash mode.
  • Page 28 Procedure Turn on the power switch. Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (A) is displayed on the LCD panel. Set the aperture value and ISO.  Press the select button (S) so that (f/stop) on the LCD panel blinks. ...
  • Page 29 nManual Flash Refer to page 22 for the features and conditions of use of this flash mode. Procedure Turn on the power switch. Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (M) (1/xx) on the LCD panel. l You can set the flash output from 1/1 to 1/32. See page 15.
  • Page 30 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a picture. l In the following cameras, if the correct flash output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in the viewfinder will blink. 645, LX, MZ-M/ZX-M For details, refer to “Auto Check Display”...

  • Page 31: Using The Sync Mode

    Using the Sync Mode The AF360FGZ has the following sync modes. Select the mode best suited for the subject. Before photographing, confirm the following. 1. Whether your camera supports the desired sync mode. Ý Cameras that Support Each Sync Mode (Page 59) 2.
  • Page 32 nLeading Curtain Sync Mode Refer to page 29 for the features and conditions of use of this sync mode. Procedure Set the power switch to the (ON) position. Set the sync mode switch to leading curtain sync Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is lit.
  • Page 33 nHigh-Speed Sync Mode Refer to page 29 for the features and conditions of use of this sync mode. l As can be seen in the table on page 81, the guide number becomes smaller as the shutter speed becomes faster in high-speed synch mode. Accordingly, it should be noted that the distance for taking pictures would become shorter.
  • Page 34 Check the flash range by looking at the bar graph on the LCD panel. Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is lit. Then take a picture. l Please read the camera operating manual for camera operation.

  • Page 35: Contrast Control Sync Flash

    nContrast Control Sync Flash Refer to page 29 for the features and conditions of use of this sync mode. l Refer to “Connecting the AF360FGZ with the Extension Cord” on page 56 on using the AF360FGZ detached from the camera. Procedure Turn on the power switch.
  • Page 36 With a single flash l If you are using a single flash unit, you can only perform leading curtain sync photography when the sync mode switch is set to contrast-control With contrast control sync flash...

  • Page 37: Advanced Functions

    Advanced Functions nWireless Mode With the AF360FGZ, you can take photographs with the flash unit separated from the camera wirelessly in P-TTL mode. Combine the flash unit with the built-in flash unit of the camera or another AF360FGZ attached to the camera. l The AF540FGZ can be used interchangeably with AF360FGZ flash units for wireless mode photography.
  • Page 38 l Control Flash and Main Flash The purpose of the control flash of the wireless mode is to send information to the other flash unit before taking a picture. The main flash fires at the actual time a picture is taken in the same manner as traditionally done.
  • Page 39 00_AF360FGZ.book Page 37 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:09 PM Using the AF360FGZ in Combination with a Built-in Flash Unit l The AF360FGZ can be used in combination with a built-in flash unit only when used with the following cameras. *ist D, *ist, MZ-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6...
  • Page 40 Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ, and register the channel on the camera.  Turn the camera off and then attach the AF360FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera.  Set the power switch of the flash unit to (WIRELESS).
  • Page 41 When Attaching the AF360FGZ to the Camera for Control Flash Control flash only: not used for main flash (Preparation of Flash Unit Attached to Camera) Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ attached to the camera, and register the channel on the camera.
  • Page 42  When you turn the camera on and press the shutter release button halfway down, the channel of the flash unit is registered on the camera. (Preparation of Separated Flash Unit) Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless) flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit attached to the camera.
  • Page 43 When Using Both an AF360FGZ Attached to the Camera and a Separated Flash Unit as Main Flashes Use both flash units as main flashes (Preparation of Flash Unit Attached to Camera) Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ attached to the camera, and register the channel on the camera.
  • Page 44  Slide the setting switch back up to the (white dot).  When you turn the camera on and press the shutter release button halfway down, the channel of the flash unit is registered on the camera. (Preparation of Separated Flash Unit) Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless) flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit attached to the camera.
  • Page 45 Wireless High-Speed Sync Photography (Using the AF360FGZ in Combination with a Built-in Flash Unit) Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ, and register the channel on the camera.  Turn the camera off and then attach the AF360FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera.
  • Page 46  When you turn the camera on and press the shutter release button halfway down, the channel is registered on the camera. Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and place it in the desired position. l Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes other than P-TTL.
  • Page 47 (Using the AF360FGZ in Combination with another AF360FGZ) First, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ attached to the camera, and register the channel on the camera.  Turn the camera off and then attach the AF360FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera. ...
  • Page 48  Slide the setting switch back up to the (white dot).  When you turn the camera on and press the shutter release button halfway down, the channel is registered on the camera. Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless) flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit attached to the camera.

  • Page 49: Wireless Mode

    nSlave With the AF360FGZ, you can take photographs with the flash unit separated from the camera wirelessly in auto or manual mode. Combine the flash unit with the built-in flash unit of the camera or another flash unit attached to the camera. Before photographing, confirm the following.
  • Page 50 Set the zoom position to suit the subject and place the flash unit at the desired location. l When setting up a flash unit separately from the camera, use the off-camera shoe adapter F when using a tripod, or the off-camera shoe clip CL-10 when setting up in another location such as tabletop, chair, etc.

  • Page 51: Slave Mode Setting

    nSlave Mode Setting To properly control the slave flash, it is necessary to set the slave mode settings. 2 seconds or more Procedure Slide the setting switch up. Press the LCD panel illumination button (LIGHT) for 2 seconds or more. SLAVE1 will be displayed. Pressing the select button (S) switches between 1 and 2.
  • Page 52 nSlow-Speed-Sync Photography When using a normal flash to photograph a subject in a night or evening setting, the background will appear very dark because a normal flash light cannot sufficiently light it. However, it is possible to balance both subject and background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow shutter speed to expose the low light background.
  • Page 53 nBounce Flash With the AF360FGZ, you can tilt the flash head to aim at the ceiling or wall to bounce the flash before it reaches the subject. Doing so creates softer light and shadows to make the picture look more natural. Bouncing the flash will decrease the flash intensity by the time it reaches the subject.

  • Page 54: Manual Flash Photography

    l A click stop is provided for each bounce angle. l To change the angle, move the flash head of the flash unit while pressing the bounce lock release button. l When using bounce flash, ( on the LCD panel. l The effective flash range will blink only when the bounce angle is set at -10 °...
  • Page 55 nAF Spotbeam The AF360FGZ features a built-in red spotbeam projector to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-contrast conditions. When using the flash with autofocus camera in dark conditions, the spotbeam will be projected automatically depending on the ambient lighting conditions.

  • Page 56: Catchlight Panel

    nWide-Angle Panel and Catchlight Panel The AF360FGZ has a built-in wide-angle panel and catchlight panel at the top of the flash head. Execute the following if necessary. Pull out both the wide-angle panel and catchlight panel. Store the panel you are not using. l When storing the wide-angle panel, push it inward while holding the catchlight panel so that it does not catch on the catchlight panel.

  • Page 57: Modeling Flash

    Function Chart" in the camera's operating manual.) *ist: You can use the flash pop-up button. (Refer to "Setting the Custom Function" in the camera's operating manual.) MZ-S: You can use the LCD illuminator button. (Refer to "Pentax Functions" in the camera's operating manual.)

  • Page 58: Connecting The Af360Fgz With The Extension Cord

    nConnecting the AF360FGZ with the Extension Cord When using the AF360FGZ separately from the camera connected by an extension cord, use the optional extension cord F5P. Attach the extension cord F5P to the camera using the optional hot shoe adapter or the optional hot shoe adapter F (refer to the diagram on the right).

  • Page 59: Supported Functions For Pentax Cameras

    Supported Functions for Pentax Cameras nCameras that Support Each Flash Mode Cameras that support each of the flash modes are listed below. Please note that functions related to each flash mode differ. Refer to "Functions Related to Each Flash Mode" (page 61 - 68).
  • Page 60 /SF1 SFX/SF1 645, Super A/ Super Program, LX Auto Flash (A) Aperture setting capable Pentax single lens reflex cameras Manual Flash Aperture setting capable Pentax single lens reflex cameras - In trailing curtain sync or contrast control sync mode, the flash mode will automatically be switched to (TTL) when you press the shutter release button halfway down, even if you have set it to manual (M).
  • Page 61 Please note that the conditions under which they can be used differ depending on camera type and settings. For details, refer to the restrictions reference pages. Sync Mode Leading curtain sync ( ) All Pentax single lens reflex cameras provided with a hot shoe Trailing curtain sync ( Digital single lens reflex cameras...
  • Page 62 nCameras that Support Wireless Mode Function Wireless Mode Digital single lens reflex cameras Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras) You can use the slave flash instead, if your camera does not support wireless mode. In this case, the available flash modes are auto and manual (page 47).

  • Page 63: Cameras That Support Slow-Speed-Sync Mode

    nCameras that Support Slow-Speed-Sync Mode Function Slow- Digital single lens reflex speed-sync cameras Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras) Film cameras (medium format) Film cameras (35mm manual focus single lens reflex cameras) nFunctions Related to Each Flash Mode Supported flash modes and sync modes differ for each camera model.
  • Page 64 1. Cameras that Support P-TTL Auto Flash Mode Type A (Digital single lens reflex cameras): Type B (Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex)): (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type Leading curtain sync Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when...

  • Page 65: Slow-Speed-Sync Photography

    2. Cameras that Support TTL Auto Flash Mode <Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras)> Type A: MZ-60/ZX-60, MZ-5 /ZX-5 Z-20P, Z-50P, Z-70P, SFX/SF1, SFX Type B: MZ-3, MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-10/ZX-10, MZ-50/ZX-50 Type C: Z-10/PZ-10 (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type (A), (B), (C)
  • Page 66 <Film cameras (medium format)> Type D: 672 Type E: 645 N2, 645 N Type F: 645 (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type (D), (E), (F) Leading curtain sync Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when flash is charged Flash ready display...
  • Page 67 <Film cameras (35mm manual focus single lens reflex cameras)> Type G: LX Type H: Super A/Super Program (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type (G), (H) Leading curtain sync Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when flash is charged Flash ready display in...
  • Page 68 3. Cameras that Does not Support P-TTL and TTL Auto Flash Mode <Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras)> Type A: SF7/SF10 (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type Leading curtain sync Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when flash is charged...
  • Page 69 <Film cameras (35mm manual focus single lens reflex camera, 67 camera)> Type B: MZ-M/ZX-M Type C: P30T, P30N/P3N, P30, P50/P5, A3Date, A3DateS, Program A/Program Plus Type D: ME, ME-Super, MG, ME-F/MEF, MV1/MV (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type (B), (C), (D) Leading curtain sync Trailing curtain sync...
  • Page 70 Type E: 35mm single reflex cameras other than those in Type A to D, 67 camera (P-TTL) P-TTL auto Flash Mode flash photography Camera type Leading curtain sync Trailing curtain sync Slow-speed-sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when flash is charged Flash ready display in viewfinder...

  • Page 71: Sync Mode Restrictions

    Mode Restrictions Leading Curtain Sync Photography ( This sync mode can be used with all Pentax single lens reflex cameras provided with a hot shoe. However, there are restrictions depending on camera type and settings. Camera Model Z-1/PZ-1, Z-5, Z-1P/PZ-1P,...

  • Page 72: Shutter Speed

    Camera Category Camera Model Film cameras 645N2, 645N (medium format) Film cameras MZ-S (35mm autofocus Z-1/PZ-1, Z-5, Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5P single lens reflex) Z-10/PZ-10 /SF1 , SFX/SF1, SF7/SF10 1/60 sec. fixed (in Programmed AE, Shutter Priority AE 35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras other than those above *1: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on the focal length of the lens you are using.

  • Page 73: Flash Unit

    Contrast Control Sync Photography ( Flash units that support this sync mode are as follows. However, the flash modes, cameras, and camera shutter speeds that can be used differ depending on the flash unit. Set the shutter speed to the speed shown in the shutter speed column below. Flash Unit AF360FGZ, AF540FGZ, P-TTL auto flash...
  • Page 74 Camera Category Film cameras (medium 645N2, 645N format) Film cameras (35mm Z-1/PZ-1, Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5, Z-5P autofocus single lens reflex cameras) Z-10/PZ-10 /SF1 SF10 All 35mm autofocus single lens reflex cameras other than above *1: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on the focal length of the lens you are using. *2: The minimum shutter speed varies depending on ambient light.
  • Page 75 High-Speed-Sync Mode Photography ( Cameras that support this sync mode are as follows. Be sure to set your camera according to the following settings: - Shutter speed: faster than flash unit's X-sync speed - Exposure mode: Tv (Shutter Priority), Av (Aperture Priority), M (manual) Exposure modes other than the above are not compatible with this sync mode.
  • Page 76 Slow-Speed-Sync Photography Restrictions Be sure to set the camera as follows. - Shutter speed: slower than flash unit's X-sync speed - Exposure mode: manual exposure, Shutter Priority AE, (except 645, SFX (Bulb Exposure) Exposure modes other than the above are not compatible with this photographic method. Refer to the Exposure Modes Not Supported by Slow-Speed-Sync Photography column.
  • Page 77 Exposure Modes Not Supported by Camera Model MZ-S, MZ-5 /ZX-5 , MZ-3, P (Programmed AE) and Av (Aperture MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-M/ZX-M, Priority) modes Z-50P, Program A/ Program Plus MZ-50/ZX-50 PICT and Av (Aperture Priority) modes MZ-30/ZX-30 modes MZ-10/ZX-10 Auto picture, PICT, and Av (Aperture Priority) modes Z-1P/PZ-1P, Z-5P, Z-5, HyP (Hyper Program), Programmed AE...

  • Page 78: Precautions When Photographing With A Slave Flash

    00_AF360FGZ.book Page 76 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 12:09 PM nPrecautions When Photographing with a Slave Flash l Be sure to set the camera as follows: - Exposure mode: M (manual) or B (Bulb Exposure) * Exposure modes other than those above are not compatible with this photographic method. l Set the slave mode of the flash unit to SLAVE2 (refer to page 49).

  • Page 79: Flash Effective Range

    Flash Effective Range nCalculating the Flash Effective Range When setting the lens to manual f/stop, calculate the guide number at full flash with the use of flash's zoom position and ISO. Divide the resulting guide number by the aperture in use. Thus, the maximum distance is obtained.
  • Page 80 Display of Flash Effective Range The shooting distance parameters will be displayed on the LCD panel. Make sure that you are within the flash effective range before taking pictures. l The effective flash range is displayed for the following camera and lens combinations. Camera DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F, *ist D series...

  • Page 81: Guide Number (Gn)

    nGuide Number (GN) Guide numbers indicate flash light intensity. The larger the number, the farther you can reach with your flash. From the guide number, you can easily obtain the proper aperture setting required for an optimum exposure. Aperture (f/stop) = GN/flash-to-subject distance (m) Guide Number Table Camera format...
  • Page 82 Camera format Flash 35mm light intensity DIGITAL ISO200 1/16 1/32 ISO400 1/16 1/32 Zoom position 85mm 70mm 50mm 35mm 150mm 135mm 100mm 70mm 190mm 180mm 120mm 90mm 58mm 48mm 34mm 24mm 50.9 46.7 42.4 35.4 35.4 32.5 29.7 25.5 25.5 23.3 21.2 17.7...
  • Page 83 High-Speed Sync Guide Number Camera format Shutter 35mm speed DIGITAL 1000 ISO100 2000 4000 6000 1000 ISO200 2000 4000 6000 1000 ISO400 2000 4000 6000 Zoom position 85mm 70mm 50mm 35mm 58mm 48mm 34mm 24mm 16.0 14.7 13.4 11.1 12.7 11.6 10.6 22.6...

  • Page 84: P-Ttl And Ttl Auto Flash Effective Range

    nP-TTL and TTL Auto Flash Effective Range Camera format 35mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 45mm 55mm 55mm 60mm 70mm DIGITAL 13mm 16mm 19mm f/1.2 1.2 - 11.7 1.8 - 17.5 1.8 - 18.3 2.1 - 20.8 2.5 - 25.0 2.8 - 27.5 3.0 - 30.0 1.7 - 16.5 2.5 - 24.8 2.6 - 25.9 3.0 - 29.5 3.5 - 35.3 3.9 - 38.9 4.2 - 42.4 f/1.4 1.0 - 10.0 1.5 - 15.0 1.6 - 15.7 1.8 - 17.9 2.1 - 21.4 2.4 - 23.6 2.6 - 25.7 1.4 - 14.1 2.1 - 21.2 2.2 - 22.2 2.5 - 25.3 3.0 - 30.3 3.3 - 33.4 3.6 - 36.4 0.7 - 7.0 1.1 - 10.5 1.1 - 11.0 1.3 - 12.5 1.5 - 15.0 1.7 - 16.5 1.8 - 18.0 1.0 - 9.9 1.5 - 14.9 1.6 - 15.6 1.8 - 17.7 2.1 - 21.2 2.3 - 23.4 2.6 - 25.5...
  • Page 85 Zoom position Camera format ISO 400 35mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 45mm 55mm 55mm 60mm 70mm DIGITAL 13mm 16mm 19mm f/1.2 2.3 - 23.3 3.5 - 35.0 3.7 - 36.7 4.2 - 41.7 5.0 - 50.0 5.5 - 55.0 6.0 - 60.0 f/1.4 2.0 - 20.0 3.0 - 30.0 3.1 - 31.4 3.6 - 35.7 4.3 - 42.9 4.7 - 47.1 5.1- 51.4 1.4 - 14.0 2.1 - 21.0 2.2 - 22.0 2.5 - 25.0 3.0 - 30.0 3.3 - 33.0 3.6 - 36.0...

  • Page 86: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this flash unit. Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10 Setting clip for using the AF360FGZ as a wireless slave flash. Hot Shoe Adapter F Adapter for using the AF360FGZ as a separate flash unit using the extension cord F5P.

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications Type Clip-on, TTL auto zoom flash unit with serial control Guide No. Maximum 36 (ISO 100/m) In manual mode, six-step adjustment from M1/1 to M1/32. The focal lengths in the table below are for 35 mm single lens reflex cameras. (when using 35mm format camera) ISO 100 Focal Length (Zoom position) ISO 200...
  • Page 88 Approx. 0.7 m - 5.4 m (Guide No. 30, ISO 100, f/5.6) AF spotbeam Red beam emitted under low light or low-contrast conditions. Effective range: Approx. 1 m - 7 m (According to Pentax’s testing conditions.) Sensitivity setting ISO 25 - 1600...
  • Page 89 (Wireless position) Master (M), control (C), slave (S) (Channels) 1 to 4 Compatible modes: P-TTL, auto (A), manual (M) Effective range: Approx. 4 m (According to Pentax testing conditions.) Bounce flash Vertical bounce possible, click stops provided, lock provided at 0°.
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  • Page 93: Warranty Policy

    If the equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 94 Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy. For customers in the USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 95: Information On Disposal For Users

    Information on disposal for users 1. In the European Union If your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There exists a separate collection system for these products. Used electric/electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
  • Page 96 (http://www.pentax.co.jp/) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) Pentax House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.uk) 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P.204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE (http://www.pentax.fr) Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND (http://www.pentax.ch)

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