Overview Of Flash Functions - Pentax ZX-M Operating Manual

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Overview of Flash Function

CAMERA FUNCTION

TYPE A

TYPE B

After the flash is charged, the camera automatically

switches to the flash-sync speed.

Automatic aperture setting in the Programmed AE

0*1

Mode or Shutter-Priority AE mode.

Slow-speed sync in the Shutter-Priority AE Mode or

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Metered Manual Mode

TYPE A: AF400T,

AF280T,

AF220T,

AF200T,

Using other types of a flash

AF080C, AF140C, AF200SA, AF201SA

Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the

TYPE B: AF200S, AF160, AF140,

camera. For the best results, use a Pentax dedicat¬

ed flash unit.

Notes:

1. When using a Type A flash (except AF200SA and

AF220T) in the MS (Manual Sync) or M (Manual)

modes or when using a Type B flash, set the

camera's exposure mode to the Aperture-Priority

AE Mode, Manual or Bulb. The Program and

Aperture-Priority AE Modes cannot be used

because the actual required aperture value may

change.

2. Only the manual mode can be used.

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