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HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM
Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your flash unit.
HVL-F60RM: Compatible cameras
For camera models compatible with the HVL-F60RM flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
HVL-F60RM2: Compatible cameras
For camera models compatible with the HVL-F60RM2 flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
HVL-F46RM: Compatible cameras
For camera models compatible with the HVL-F46RM flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
Configuring the flash unit for radio wireless flash photography
For radio wireless flash photography, specify the flash unit attached to the camera as the commander unit; and the off-
camera flash unit of which flash operation is wirelessly triggered as the receiver unit.
About this Help Guide
Locating parts and controls/on-screen indicators
Locating parts and controls (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
Locating parts and controls (HVL-F46RM)
Basic operations
Using the control wheel
Using the Quick Navi screen
Using the MENU screen
Direct setting (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
On-screen indicators (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
On-screen indicators (HVL-F46RM)
Preparations
Unpacking
Inserting batteries
Attaching/removing the flash unit to/from the camera
Attaching and removing the mini-stand
Removing/attaching the dust and moisture resistant cover (HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM)
Turning on the power to the flash unit (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
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  • Page 1 For camera models compatible with the HVL-F60RM flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.) HVL-F60RM2: Compatible cameras For camera models compatible with the HVL-F60RM2 flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.) HVL-F46RM: Compatible cameras For camera models compatible with the HVL-F46RM flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.) Configuring the flash unit for radio wireless flash photography For radio wireless flash photography, specify the flash unit attached to the camera as the commander unit;...
  • Page 2 Multiple optical wireless flash photography with flash power level ratio control (HVL-F60RM) Notes on optical wireless flash photography (HVL-F60RM) Using the sync terminal for flash photography (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Using the LED light for video shooting (HVL-F60RM) Selecting the flash coverage automatically <auto zoom>...

  • Page 3: Troubleshooting

    Resetting the settings for the Quick Navi screen <RESET> Restoring the factory default settings <INITIALIZE> Notes on using/cleaning the flash unit Notes on use Specifications Specifications Guide number (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Guide number (HVL-F46RM) Radio wireless features Trademarks Troubleshooting Warning indications 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 4 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM About this Help Guide This Help Guide is provided for 3 flash unit models: HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM. The illustrations used for common descriptions are of the HVL-F60RM flash unit. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Locating parts and controls (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Flash unit (front side) Built-in wide panel Flashlamp LED light unit/AF illuminator (HVL-F60RM) Wireless control signal receiver (for optical wireless communications) (HVL-F60RM) Multi Interface foot DC IN terminal Connect the External Battery Adaptor (not supplied) to this terminal.
  • Page 6 LCD panel Operation console Dust and moisture resistant cover (HVL-F60RM2) Lock lever Release button Battery chamber door Mini-stand Shoes for the Multi Interface foot Tripod attachment hole Controls on the operation console LEVEL -/+ button By using either button, you can quickly adjust the flash compensation and the flash power level.
  • Page 7 HVL-F60RM: The backlights for the LCD panel and the LEVEL -/+, Fn, and MENU buttons stay lit. HVL-F60RM2: The backlight for the LCD panel stays lit. OFF: All the backlights stay unlit. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Locating parts and controls (HVL-F46RM) Flash unit (front side) Built-in wide panel Flashlamp Multi Interface foot Multi/Micro USB terminal Bounce sheet Flash unit (back side) Bounce indicator (upper/lower angle) LINK lamp LCD panel Operation console Dust and moisture resistant cover...
  • Page 9 When you press one of the buttons or use the control wheel, the backlight for the LCD panel lights for 8 seconds. (factory default setting) The backlight for the LCD panel stays lit. OFF: The backlight stays unlit. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 10: Using The Control Wheel

    No function is assigned to this button at shipment. You can assign a function of your choice to Control wheel the button. Hint To the control wheel, the individual direction button, and the center button, you can assign the function of your choice. Related Topic Customizing the button assignment <CUSTOM KEY> 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 11: Using The Quick Navi Screen

    HVL-F46RM: AUTO(*)/24-105 Calling up pre-registered settings OFF(*)/MR1/MR2 Flash compensation setting -3.0 - +3.0 HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: 1/1 - 1/256, OFF, CMD LINK Flash power level setting HVL-F46RM: 1/1 - 1/128, CMD LINK Flash frequency setting for MULTI flash mode 1 - 100...
  • Page 12 OFF/1(*) - 16 Receiver remote setting ON/OFF(*) HVL-F60RM: OFF/A(*)/B/C/D/E(radio control) RMT(*)/RMT2(optical control) Wireless group setting HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM: OFF/A(*)/B/C/D/E(radio control) Factory default setting Note The items and options available for setting vary depending on the flash mode. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Using the MENU screen You can press the MENU button on the flash unit to change the settings on the MENU screen. Move the focus to the setting item of your choice with the direction buttons, and then press the center button to select the item.
  • Page 14 WL POWER SAVE Wireless flash power-saving timer setting 60MIN(*)/240MIN/OFF VERSION Displays the version for this product's / RCV software RESET Resets settings for the Quick Navi screen INITIALIZE Restores settings to their defaults Factory default setting 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 POS SELECT” to a button of your choice, you can select a wireless group simply with the button when you use the LEVEL -/+ button to modify the flash compensation or the flash power level for the group that you use, for example, for multiple wireless flash photography. Related Topic Customizing the button assignment <CUSTOM KEY> 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 16: Ttl Flash Mode

    Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM On-screen indicators (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) The following screen images are given as examples and may look different from what you actually see on the LCD panel. TTL flash mode Flash mode Wireless mode (HVL-F60RM2) High-speed sync setting Flash range...

  • Page 17: Wireless Commander Mode (Radio Control)

    Wireless commander mode (radio control) Wireless mode Lighting ratio control setting Wireless channel Flash distribution setting Commander/Control unit flash setting (HVL-F60RM) Commander unit flash setting (HVL-F60RM2) Lighting ratio Wireless receiver mode (radio control) Wireless mode Receiver remote setting Wireless group setting...
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  • Page 19 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM On-screen indicators (HVL-F46RM) The following screen images are given as examples and may look different from what you actually see on the LCD panel. TTL flash mode Flash mode Wireless mode High-speed sync setting Flash range...
  • Page 20 Wireless commander mode (radio control) Wireless mode Lighting ratio control setting Wireless channel Flash distribution setting/Commander unit flash setting Lighting ratio Wireless receiver mode (radio control) Wireless mode Receiver remote setting Wireless group setting 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity. Flash unit (1) Connector protect cap (attached) (1) Dust and moisture resistant cover (attached) (1) (HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM) Mini-stand (1) Case (1) Bounce adaptor (1) (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)

  • Page 22: Inserting Batteries

    Do not use lithium-ion batteries in this flash unit as they may prevent the flash unit from delivering full performance. No batteries are supplied with this flash unit. HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: Press and hold the release button ( ), and then slide the battery chamber door to open in the...
  • Page 23 Close the battery chamber door. Perform the step 1 operations in reverse order. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 24: Attaching/Removing The Flash Unit To/From The Camera

    Turn off the power of the flash unit first. Press and hold the release button, rotate the lock lever away from “LOCK,” and then slide the unit out of the Multi Interface shoe. Note When you do not intend to use the flash unit, be sure to attach the terminal protection cap back to the Multi Interface foot. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Attaching and removing the mini-stand When you have removed the flash unit from the camera to place and use it alone for wireless flash photography, attach the supplied mini-stand to the unit. Note The illustrations used in this topic are of the HVL-F60RM flash unit.
  • Page 26 When you do not intend to use the flash unit, be sure to attach the terminal protection cap back to the Multi Interface foot. HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM: While rotating the lock lever toward “LOCK,” you may feel resistance at some point. Keep rotating the lever in such a case as well until the flash unit is secured on the mini-stand.
  • Page 27 To secure the effect of dust and moisture resistance, make sure you attach the cover properly to the flash unit by following these steps. Note The illustrations used in this topic are of the HVL-F60RM2 flash unit. To remove the dust and moisture resistant cover Push down a corner of the dust and moisture resistant cover to take it off of the Multi Interface foot.
  • Page 28 Make sure that the dust and moisture resistant cover is not distorted and there is no gap between the cover and the flash unit. Tug each of the four corners of the cover to make sure it is firmly in place. If the attached cover is distorted, remove and attach it back on. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 29 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Turning on the power to the flash unit (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Turn the power switch to ON. When the flash unit is powered, on-screen indicators are displayed on the LCD panel. To turn off the power to the flash unit Turn the power switch to OFF.
  • Page 30 HVL-F60RM2: When the batteries are running out of power, not only does a warning for the battery power appear on the LCD panel, but the TEST button on the back of this flash unit flashes in orange. The illustration used below is of the HVL-F60RM2 flash unit.
  • Page 31 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Turning on the power to the flash unit (HVL-F46RM) Turn the power switch to ON. When the flash unit is powered, on-screen indicators are displayed on the LCD panel. To turn off the power to the flash unit Turn the power switch to OFF.
  • Page 32 In such a case, turn off the power switch on the flash unit and leave the flash unit unused for about 10 minutes to let it cool down. Continuous flashes heat up the batteries inside the flash unit. Take extra care when you remove the batteries. Related Topic Warning indications 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Pairing with a radio wireless commander/receiver <for radio wireless flash photography> To perform radio wireless flash photography with this flash unit, you need another flash unit that supports radio wireless communications in addition to this flash unit and must pair them both together.
  • Page 34 When you have changed the setting of the commander unit and specified it as a receiver unit, or vice versa, be sure to reestablish paring among the units. Related Topic Configuring the flash unit for radio wireless flash photography Wireless flash photography <with the receiver unit> 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 35: Ttl Flash Photography

    Press the shutter button to take a photo. When the TEST button lights in orange (ready to fire), press the shutter button on the camera. HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: You can press the LEVEL -/+ button to change the flash compensation value (adjust the flash power level).
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  • Page 37: Manual Flash Photography

    HVL-F46RM: Press the +/- button and specify the flash power level of your choice on the screen for setting the power level. HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: You can specify the flash power level in the range from 1/1 (brightest) to 1/256 (darkest). HVL-F46RM: You can specify the flash power level in the range from 1/1 (brightest) to 1/128 (darkest).
  • Page 38 HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: If you assign “TTL/M SWITCH” to a button of your choice, you can switch the flash mode between TTL flash mode and MANUAL flash mode simply with the button. Related Topic TTL flash photography <TTL> Customizing the button assignment <CUSTOM KEY>...

  • Page 39: Flash Sync Speed

    The minimum value available for specifying the flash power level varies in accordance with the high-speed sync setting. When [ON] is selected: 1/128 When [OFF] is selected: 1/256* For HVL-F46RM, the minimum value is limited to 1/128 when [WL OFF] is selected for wireless mode. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 40: Multiple Flash Photography

    : [LEVEL] Description: Flash power level setting Setting options: HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: 1/8 - 1/256 HVL-F46RM: 1/8 - 1/128 While [--] is selected for [TIMES], the flash unit continues to fire as many times as possible with the specified frequency in multiple flash so long as the camera shutter is open.
  • Page 41 Maximum number for the flash count in MULTI flash mode Due to the limited battery capacity, the maximum numbers that you can specify for the flash count in MULTI flash mode are listed in the following tables as guidelines. When using the alkaline batteries (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Flash Flash frequencies (Hz)
  • Page 42 100* 100* 100* 100* “100*” indicates 100 or greater. Note The maximum number that you can specify for the flash count in MULTI flash mode varies depending on the type and condition of the batteries. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43 If this flash unit is specified as the commander unit for radio wireless photography, the TEST button will light in orange when all the flash units, including the receiver units, are ready to fire. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 : Radio wireless communications with the flash unit : Optical wireless communications with the flash unit Related Topic Configuring the flash unit for radio wireless flash photography Configuring the flash unit for optical wireless flash photography (HVL-F60RM) 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Configuring the flash unit for radio wireless flash photography This flash unit supports radio wireless communications for flash photography. Specify [CMD] for the commander unit attached to the camera; and [RCV] for the receiver unit (off-camera flash unit) of which flash operation is wirelessly triggered.
  • Page 46 Related Topic Pairing with a radio wireless commander/receiver <for radio wireless flash photography> Selecting the wireless type for controlling wireless flash photography <radio or optical> (HVL-F60RM) 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 47: Wireless Flash Photography

    : Commander unit (CMD) : HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM (RCV) As the commander unit, you can use this flash unit or a radio wireless commander. Select the wireless (WL) flash mode on the camera.
  • Page 48 During manual flash photography, you can enable adjustment on the commander unit by selecting [CMD LINK] for the flash power level setting on the Quick Navi screen. Related Topic Pairing with a radio wireless commander/receiver <for radio wireless flash photography> Selecting the wireless type for controlling wireless flash photography <radio or optical> (HVL-F60RM) Attaching and removing the mini-stand 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 Before you perform multiple wireless flash photography, be sure to specify the flash unit as the commander unit or the receiver unit. Commander unit: HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM or a radio wireless commander Receiver unit (off-camera flash unit): HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM or a radio wireless receiver : Commander unit (CMD) : Wireless receiver : Receiver unit (RCV) Press the Fn button on the commander unit, select [RATIO CONTROL] on the Quick Navi screen, and then select [ON].
  • Page 50 [MANUAL] or [OFF]. The flash units in the wireless group with the flash mode specified as [OFF] do not fire. HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: While [ON] is selected for [TTL LEVEL MEMORY] (TTL level memory function), the flash power level measured during TTL flash photography is automatically used as the flash power level for each wireless group (A/B/C) during manual flash photography.
  • Page 51 Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Remote release photography (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) When this flash unit (the commander unit) is attached to a camera and its remote release mode setting is specified as [ON], releasing the shutter on the camera sends control signals to another flash unit of the same model (the receiver unit) that is connected to another camera with the Multi Terminal Connecting Cable, VMC-MM1 (not supplied).
  • Page 52 You can release the shutter of the camera with the receiver unit connected by pressing the center button on the flash unit specified as the commander unit. Related Topic Pairing with a radio wireless commander/receiver <for radio wireless flash photography> Selecting the wireless type for controlling wireless flash photography <radio or optical> (HVL-F60RM) 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 When the value selected for the zoom setting on the commander unit is larger or smaller than the zoom setting values available on the receiver unit, the maximum or minimum value is selected for the zoom setting on the receiver unit. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Notes on radio wireless flash photography During photography with off-camera flash units, P-TTL flash metering is automatically used instead of ADI metering. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 To specify the flash unit as the remote unit, select [RMT]. Hint Place the controller and remote units within a 5 m (16.4 ft.) radius of the subject. Related Topic Selecting the wireless type for controlling wireless flash photography <radio or optical> (HVL-F60RM) 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 56 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Wireless flash photography <with the remote unit> (HVL-F60RM) You can specify another flash unit attached to the camera or the built-in flash of the camera as the controller unit, and then use the controller unit to trigger the flash operation of this flash unit placed away from the camera.
  • Page 57 Selecting the wireless type for controlling wireless flash photography <radio or optical> (HVL-F60RM) Attaching/removing the flash unit to/from the camera Attaching and removing the mini-stand 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 When the remote unit is in MANUAL flash mode, it fires with the flash power specified on the remote unit. Related Topic Selecting the wireless type for controlling wireless flash photography <radio or optical> (HVL-F60RM) 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 All flash units used for wireless flash photography must share the same wireless channel (CH). On this flash unit, you can specify the wireless channel by pressing the MENU button and selecting [ CH SET]. Consecutively firing multiple times (multiple flash photography) is not available during optical wireless flash photography. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 60 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Using the sync terminal for flash photography (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) You can connect another flash unit or camera to this flash unit with the sync cord (not supplied) to perform synchronized flash photography as described below. When a flash unit with the sync terminal (not supplied) is connected to this flash unit that is attached to a camera, the connected flash unit fires in synchronization with the camera.
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  • Page 62 Depending on the camera, lens, and brightness settings for video shooting, the proper white balance may not be obtained. In such a case, adjust the balance on the camera. Depending on the size of the lens attached to the camera, the LED beam may be obstructed by the lens end. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 This flash unit automatically selects the appropriate flash coverage for the focal length of the lens on the attached camera within the range from 20 mm to 200 mm (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) or the range from 24 mm to 105 mm (HVL-F46RM) (auto zoom). You do not need to manually select the flash coverage most of the time.
  • Page 64 When you use a wide-angle lens with the focal length of less than 14 mm (in combination with HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) or 15 mm (in combination with HVL-F46RM), the periphery of the screen may appear darker.
  • Page 65 Note Depending on the focal length specified for photography, the periphery of the screen may appear darker. In such a case, change the flash distribution pattern. Related Topic Selecting the flash coverage automatically <auto zoom> 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 66: Bounce Flash Photography

    Hold the camera firmly and tilt up/down the flashlamp, tilt it to the left/right, or swivel it to the left/right. On the LCD panel, is displayed to indicate bounce flash photography. Tilting up/down (Side view of HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM) Tilting to the left/right (Front view of HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Swiveling to the left/right (Top view of HVL-F46RM)
  • Page 67 When the flashlamp is tilted up, the flash range is not displayed on the LCD panel. Use a white ceiling or wall to bounce the flash light. A colored surface may tint the bounced light. High ceilings or glass are not recommended for the bounce surface. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 The bounce sheet is pulled out along with the wide panel from this flash unit. Push the wide panel back into the flash unit. Hint When you use the bounce sheet for flash photography, tilt up the flashlamp by 90 °. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Using the quick shift bounce function (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) When you perform bounce flash photography with the camera placed in the portrait orientation, you can use the quick shift bounce function to reproduce the bounced light consistent with the one produced during photography with the camera placed in the landscape orientation. In addition, you can use the operation console in the proper orientation as well.
  • Page 70 Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Using the bounce adaptor (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) With the supplied bounce adaptor attached to the flashlamp for bounce flash photography, you can diffuse the light from the flash unit over a wider range, producing a softer light and reducing shadows.

  • Page 71: Close-Up Flash Photography

    (not supplied), or a ring light (not supplied). HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2: You can tilt down the flashlamp only when it is in the upright position or tilted sideways by 90 ° in either direction.
  • Page 72 If the focal length of the lens is greater than 300 mm, the AF illuminator may not light. In addition, when the flash unit is removed from the camera, the AF illuminator does not light. Depending on the camera to which the flash unit is attached, the AF illuminator may not light. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Using color filters (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Depending on the ambient light during photography, the sufficient flash light may not reach the background of the subject and the photographed images may appear in unnatural colors. With the supplied color filters used for photography, the photographed images appear in natural colors.
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  • Page 75: Menu Item Details

    Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Connecting an external power source (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) With the External Battery Adaptor (not supplied) connected to the DC IN terminal on this flash unit, this flash unit can fire continuous flashes with shorter flash charge-up time. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the External Battery Adaptor.
  • Page 76 When you do not intend to use the registered preferences, select [OFF] in the procedure for registering the preference. Note While the preference is in effect, [RESET] on the MENU screen is disabled. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77 Item selection for direct flash F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) power setting ZOOM Flash coverage (zoom) setting (*1)(*2) Commander/Control unit flash CMD/CTRL FLASH (HVL-F60RM) setting CMD FLASH (HVL-F60RM2/HVL- Commander unit flash setting F46RM) FLASH DISTRIBUT. Flash distribution setting High-speed sync setting RATIO CONTROL Lighting ratio setting...
  • Page 78 Wireless group setting RCV REMOTE Receiver remote setting CH SET Channel setting (radio control) Channel setting (optical CH SET (HVL-F60RM) control) OTHERS NOT SET No setting (*1)(*2) (*1)(*2) (*1) Factory default setting (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Factory default setting (HVL-F46RM) 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 The information about the receiver unit, including the version, pairing registration number, model name. The information to be displayed varies depending on the radio conditions. When no receiver units are paired, [RCV] is not available for selection. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 The reset operation also resets the flash distribution setting, the LED brightness setting (HVL-F60RM), and the remote release mode setting (HVL- F60RM/HVL-F60RM2). While the reset process is in progress, do not turn off the power to this flash unit or remove the batteries. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 81: Restoring The Factory Default Settings

    You can restore all the functional settings and the set values to the factory default settings. Press the MENU button and select [INITIALIZE]. Select [OK]. Note While the initialize process is in progress, do not turn off the power to this flash unit or remove the batteries. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 82: Notes On Use

    HVL-F46RM: 60 times Stop using the flash unit and let it cool down for 20 minutes or more (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) or for 10 minutes or more (HVL-F46RM) if the flash is triggered up to the limit for the number of times in succession.

  • Page 83: Maintenance

    Never use strong solvents, such as thinner or benzine, as these damage the surface finish. If fingerprints or particles are stuck to the flashlamp, we recommend that you wipe it clean with a soft cloth. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 84: Specifications

    HVL-F60RM: 78.1 mm × 139.5 mm × 104.6 mm (3 1/8 in. × 5 1/2 in. × 4 1/8 in.) Dimension (w/h/d) HVL-F60RM2: 78.1 mm × 143.1 mm × 104.6 mm (3 1/8 in. × 5 3/4 in. × 4 1/8 in.) (Approx.) HVL-F46RM: 69.4 mm ×...
  • Page 85 Number of flashes at the highest flash power level available in every 30 seconds (Acquired under our measurement conditions.) Functions in this manual depend on testing conditions at our firm. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Guide number (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) Normal flash/STD flash distribution (ISO 100) Manual flash/35mm-format Flash coverage setting (mm) Flash power level BA(*1)(*2) BA(*1) 14(*2) 11.3 16.3 17.7 18.4 19.8 21.2 26.2 32.5 34.6 38.2 42.4 11.5 12.5 18.5 24.5 10.6...
  • Page 87 APS-C format Flash coverage setting (mm) Shutter speed BA(*1)(*2) BA(*1) 14(*2) 1/250 10.8 12.9 15.3 16.7 1/500 10.8 11.8 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 1/8000 1/16000 When the bounce adaptor is attached. When the wide panel is attached. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Guide number (HVL-F46RM) Normal flash/STD flash distribution (ISO 100) Manual flash/35mm-format Flash coverage setting (mm) Flash power level 15(*) 16.3 17.7 18.4 21.2 25.5 32.5 11.5 12.5 10.6 12.7 16.3 1/16 11.5 1/32 1/64 1/128 When the wide panel is attached.
  • Page 89 1/8000 1/16000 When the wide panel is attached. APS-C format Flash coverage setting (mm) Shutter speed 15(*) 1/250 11.3 12.9 15.3 1/500 10.8 11.3 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 1/8000 1/16000 When the wide panel is attached. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 The distance given above applies under conditions where there are no obstacles, shielding, or radio wave Communication interferences. distance The communication distance may be shorter depending on the positioning of the products, the ambient environment, and weather conditions. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 Help Guide Flash HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM Trademarks “Multi Interface Shoe” is a trademark of Sony Group Corporation. 4-735-263-12(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 92: Warning Indications

    Firing in succession for a short period of time may cause the temperature inside this flash unit to rise. Changes in temperature are indicated by the icons on the LCD display or by the beep sound (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2) according to the internal temperature value. While this flash unit is in any warning state, flash charge-up is suspended.

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