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  • Page 1 LEICA SF C1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 3 PART DESIGNATIONS Button for toggling between manual and TTL flash exposure control On/Off button for modeling light On/Off button for flash array Battery compartment cover Group keys LCD panel Ready LED/Test flash button Main switch Combination dial / rocker switch with settings for Channel selection Audible signal Device pairing...

  • Page 4: Foreword

    Failure to observe this information can result in personal injury Note: You will find the manufacturing date of your Leica SFC1 on the labels provided in the Warranty Card and/or on the packaging. The date format is L Y M DD XXXXXXX:...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance and care ..............21 Camera type-dependent functions ..........9 Troubleshooting .................21 Preparations Technical data ................22 Power supply ................10 Leica service addresses .............23 Changing the power source ............10 Battery disposal .................11 Operation Attaching/detaching device ............12 Switching on and off ..............13 Tethering the remote control to the flash unit ......14 Selecting the flash array .............15...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • The device must therefore continue to be kept safe from moisture (e.g. rain or splash water) and must not be handled with moist hands. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or Attention: modify the device! The device interior does not hold any Intended use components that could be repaired by a layman.

  • Page 7: Disposal Of Electric And Electronic Equipment

    Important: DISPOSAL OF ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT • Protect your flash unit against excessive heat and humidity. Do not store the flash unit in the glove compartment of your vehicle. (Applies within the EU and for other European • Rapid changes in ambient temperature can result in condensa- countries with active waste separation policies.) tion.

  • Page 8: Compatible Flash Units

    Note: The descriptions in this manual are generally limited to the use of Leica SF C1 is a remote control device for the wireless operation of the Leica SF C1 in conjunction with the Leica flash unit SF 60. In system-compatible flash units arranged at a distance to the principle, they also apply to all other flash units that should be camera.

  • Page 9: Compatible Cameras

    – Automatic zoom reflector control the function of one – or both – devices. Leica Camera AG can – Pre-flash function to prevent “red eye” (camera setting) therefore not extend liability, and specifically not for damage –...

  • Page 10: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS CHANGING THE POWER SOURCE Once the ready LED delays in lighting up or doesn’t light up at all anymore, then the battery is depleted. POWER SUPPLY Procedure The remote control can be operated with the following power 1. Switch the remote control off (see also the next section) sources: 2.

  • Page 11: Battery Disposal

    Attention: BATTERY DISPOSAL Incorrectly inserted batteries can destroy the remote control! Never dispose of depleted batteries in household waste! Do your Improper battery use poses an EXPLOSION HAZARD! part for the environment and take your depleted batteries to a collection point. 4.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION Detaching ATTACHING/DETACHING THE DEVICE Attaching 1. Switch off the camera and the remote control (see next page) 2. Press the lock release button ( ) and slide the remote control out of the accessory shoe of the camera Important: 1.

  • Page 13: Switching On And Off

    SWITCHING ON AND OFF Auto power off Switching on The icons in the LCD panel will get darker approx. 30 seconds after the last operation to save the battery. The remote control switches Press the button to “Ready” after about 2 minutes, which is signified by the ready LED flashing green.

  • Page 14: Tethering The Remote Control To The Flash Unit

    Once the tether is correctly established, the Leica SF 60 flash unit be used to remotely control a Leica SF 60 (receiver). This tethering can be triggered by pressing the ready LED on the Leica SF C1 process only has to be done once for each flash unit. This process remote control.

  • Page 15: Selecting The Flash Array

    Sophisticated lighting scenarios, e.g. for studio portraits, often 2. Press the button require the use of multiple flash units. The Leica SF C1 allows you • An array that is switched off will appear as on the - - - - to independently configure the Leica SF 60 and additional...

  • Page 16: Channel Selection

    CHANNEL SELECTION Notes on operation with the Leica SF 60: • The channel selection on the Leica SF 60 is analog to the Remote control occurs via a digital RF connection on the 2.4 GHz channel selection on the Leica SF C1 described on the left.

  • Page 17: Flash Unit Settings Via The Remote Control

    The flash modes to be used on the tethered, remotely controlled controlled flash units via the Leica SF C1: flash units can be set via the Leica SF C1. Choose TTL or manual mode: Turn the combination dial...

  • Page 18: Zoom Reflector

    The Leica SF 60 comes equipped with a zoom reflector for the adjustment of the illumination angle for lens focal lengths between 24 and 200 mm. This setting can also be done via the Leica SF C1: 1. Combination dial bottom - press M.ZOOM...

  • Page 19: Other Settings/Functions En

    AUDIBLE SIGNAL help simulate flash illumination before the picture is taken. This Settings done on a remotely set up Leica SF 60 via the remote function can make the arrangement and setup of remote flash units control can optionally be confirmed with an audible beep. This considerably easier.

  • Page 20: Button Lock

    BUTTON LOCK AF ASSIST LIGHT All functions of the combination dial , i.e. those selected by Autofocus metering systems in cameras rely on the contrast in the turning the wheel and the four functions activated/deactivated by image subject. These cameras will activate an AF assist light if the pressing the wheel can be protected against accidental changes: contrast is insufficient due to low light.

  • Page 21: Appendix

    APPENDIX AF assist light of the remote control won’t activate – The remote control is not ready for use. – The camera won’t work in “Single-AF (S-AF)” mode. MAINTENANCE AND CARE – The camera only supports the function of its own internal AF assist light.

  • Page 22: Technical Data

    2 x alkaline manganese batteries 1.5 V, type IEC LR03 (AAA/ Function Micro), or lithium batteries 1.5 V, type IEC FR03 (AAA/Micro), or Digital 2.4 GHz remote control for Leica SF 60 and other nickel/metal-hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries 1.2 V, type IEC system-compatible flash units, 8-channel manual selection or...

  • Page 23: Leica Service Addresses

    They are also the available for service, maintenance and repairs of your Leica contact point for purchasing advice and to order instruction equipment (visit the Leica Camera AG website for a list of manuals. addresses).
  • Page 24 Leica Camera AG Am Leitz-Park 5 35578 WETZLAR DEUTSCHLAND Telefon +49 (0) 6441-2080-0 Telefax +49 (0) 6441-2080-333 www.leica-camera.com...

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