Sunpak PlatinumPlus DigiFlash 2800 Instructions page 2

Brightness of an Image
DigiFlash 2800 is equipped with EV Adjustment buttons, allowing flash
output adjustment. Use the EV Adjustment buttons in the following cases
for effective flash photography by freely adjusting to the satisfactory
brightness.
* When the amount of light is not enough for shooting with daylight
synchronization (in order to mitigate the shadow of the object by sunlight,
the flash is used as daylight fill flash) or backlit subjects.
* When shooting with various levels of brightness.
* When the light output is not great enough when using bounce flash.
Confirm the exposure with the Auto Check feature. When the image is
too dark, press the + EV button of the EV Adjustment buttons once to
turn on the +0.5 green LED lamp. In this state, the lighting becomes
brighter by +0.5 EV. After shooting, confirm the image again. When the
brightness is not yet strong enough, press the + EV button once to turn
on the +1 green LED lamp and shoot again. The flash output can be
increased up to +1.5 EV.
Naturally, it is also possible to adjust the brightness when it is too bright.
In this case, press the - EV button one by one to adjust to the desired
image.
EV Adjustment is not possible when the Auto Check indicator cannot
confirm an exposure.
Use the EV Adjustment buttons after confirming that the Auto Check
lamp goes on.
To cancel the EV Adjustment function, press the button on the opposite
side of the setting until the indicator lamp goes out.
AF Assist Light
When shooting in a dark place or a place with low illumination, the AF
assist light will automatically illuminate an area on the subject when the
shutter button of the camera is depressed slightly just prior to releasing
the shutter; this will aid in low light situations.
For cameras with multi-point focusing sensors, set the camera to the
center focus sensor.
Bounce Flash
The DigiFlash 2800 allows bounce flash by moving the flash head up-
ward. When shooting with the flash head aimed directly at the object,
strong shadows may appear in the back of the subject.
However, it is possible to shoot more pleasing images with soft and
natural shadows by directing the flash head toward the ceiling. For
bounce shooting, the amount of light may become insufficient, depending
on the distance to the ceiling and the reflectivity of it. In such a cases,
adjust the light output with the EV Adjustment buttons to a positive EV
setting.
Adjust the AF frame to the object in the finder, and press the shutter
lightly. After confirming the lighting of the "lightning flash" mark in the
finder, the shutter speed and the diaphragm value, shoot the object.
* Bending the flash with too strong a force or bending it more than the
angle display, may break it. Handle it carefully.
* Bounce shooting can be done just in the same manner as normal
shooting, except that the light emitting part is directed to the ceiling. Note
that the amount of light decreases by about 25%, depending on the color
and material of the reflection surface. Due to this reason, it is
recommended to set the diaphragm value to the value as near to open
(smaller value) as possible. For the bounce reflection surface, select at a
surface with a high reflection rate as near to white as possible. For color
shooting, if the reflection surface is colorful, the object is colored by the
color reflection. Colorful surfaces should be avoided.
Automatic Power Saving Function
When the DigiFlash 2800 is not operated for more than 15 minutes with
the power ON, the automatic power saving function automatically starts
in order to save the power consumption of the batteries. In the automatic
power saving mode, all the EV Adjustment lamps are OFF (if this function
is used) and the Ready Lamp blinks quickly.
When the shutter of the camera is pressed lightly or when a button of the
DigiFlash 2800 is pressed, the automatic power saving mode is released,
and the DigiFlash 2800 changes to the standby mode for lighting
instantly.
Note for Continuous Shooting
To prevent degradation by heat due to continuous flash, after shooting 15
times continuously, let the DigiFlash 2800 cool down for 10 minutes or
longer before resuming operation.
DigiFlash 2800 Specifications and Performance
Guide number: (ISO 100) 100 feet @ 35mm
Flash coverage: 28mm lens or more with a 35mm, 20mm or greater with
an APS size digital sensor single lens reflex camera
Flash duration: 1/800 sec. (full output)
Color temperature: 5600 degrees
TTL effective distance: AF assist light effective range 1 m to 5 m
Bounce mechanism: 0, 45, 60, 75, or 90 degree settings
Power supply: 2 size AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH and NiCd)
Temperature range: 32°F—104°F
Dimensions: Approx. 4.1" (H) x 2.7" (W) x 3.6" (D)
Weight: Approx. 7.1 ounces (excluding batteries)
* The external appearance and performance may partly be changed for
improvement without advance notice.
Flash Cycles and Recycle Times
Cycles w/Alkaline batteries: (full output) approx. 100 @ 10 sec. flash
intervals
Cycles w/NiMH batteries: (full output) approx. 140 @ 8 sec. flash
intervals
2 AA alkaline batteries
2 AA nickel metal-hydride batteries
* The number of times of lighting is the number of times which new
batteries, within 3 months after manufacture, can be lighted continuously
at a 30 second interval and for which the Ready Lamp lights within 30
seconds after lighting at normal temperature.
* The lighting interval is the shortest time from lighting to turning ON of
the Ready Lamp under the same conditions as for the lighting times.
Before requesting repair, read this manual again. Also check whether the
batteries supply enough voltage by replacing the batteries.
Sunpak One-Year Limited Warranty
This Sunpak product has been carefully manufactured, accurately ad-
justed, inspected and thoroughly tested before shipment to assure you of
the highest quality.
Should this SUNPAK product require service, we will repair or replace, at
our option, any part or the product itself, which our examination shows to
be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to
wear and tear associated with the normal use of the product. This
warranty is non-transferable.
Repairs will be made to the product at no charge, under the terms of the
warranty as stated above, only when accompanied by a dated and
itemized bill of sale. This warranty does not include batteries.
Be certain to follow all assembly and/or operating instructions with this
product. This warranty is not valid if the product has been misused or
damaged in any way that is beyond our control or through normal wear
and tear associated with use. This warranty applies only to the product
and we are not responsible in any way for losses, damages or any
inconvenience caused by equipment failure.
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damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This
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which may vary from state to state.
Should service be required, the product should be carefully packed and
sent, prepaid and insured to the address listed below. A note briefly
describing the nature of the defect should also be enclosed to expedite
handling.
Proof of purchase and payment for shipping and handling must be
included for warranty repairs.
ToCAD America Inc.
Sunpak Flash Division
53 Green Pond Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
973-627-9600
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