Flash Synchronization - Nikon Nikkormat FT2 Instruction Manual

FLASH SYNCHRONIZATION
The Nikkormat FT2 features an accessory shoe with
built-in hot-shoe contact and automatic MX switch-
over via shutter speed selection to facilitate the use of
various light sources. Consult the table below to find
out which shutter speeds are acceptable for different
types of flashbulbs.
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Either a bulb- or electronic-type flash unit slides over
the accessory shoe on top of the pentaprism housing.
Due to the built-in hot-hoe contact, the need for a
synch cord is eliminated for units with a hot shoe.
For units without a hot shoe, use a synch cord and
connect the threaded synch terminal on the camera
body to the synch socket on the flash unit. To prevent
accidental electrical shock, the safety switch in the
accessory shoe turns on only when the flash unit is
in place.
Nikon speedlight units SB-3 and SB-4 can be directly
attached to the Nikkormat FT2. For mounting the
Nikon speedlight unit SB-2 or flash unit BC-7, use of
the flash unit coupler AS-2 is necessary. For details,
refer to the instruction manual provided with each unit.
Note: Nikon speedlight units SB-2, SB-3 and SB-4 are not
available in North America.
Caution: Flash units without a hot shoe may fire accidentally
when being slipped into place or when a flashbulb is inserted.
Although not recommended, accidental firing may be prevent-
ed by covering the hot-shoe contact on the camera body with
electrical tape.