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MECABLITZ 44 MZ-2
Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi
Gebruiksaanwijzing Operating instruction
Manuale istruzioni Manual de instrucciones
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1. Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 6.4.1 Manual flash exposure correction in TTL flash mode . . . . . . . . . . .78 2. Overview of the flash functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 6.4.2 Manual flash exposure correction in automatic flash mode A . . . .78 Table 1: Overview of the flash functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 6.4.3 Setting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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• Do not expose batteries to excessive heat, sunshine, fire and the like! Foreword • Never throw exhausted batteries on to a fire! We congratulate you on purchasing this flash unit and thank you for your confidence in Metz products. • Exhausted batteries should be immediately removed from the flash unit. Lye leaking out of spent batteries will damage the unit. It is only natural that you should want to use your flash unit right away. However, we recommend that you study these Operating Instructi
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∆ ∆ 2. Overview of the flash functions Various flash functions are available when the mecablitz 44 MZ-2 is operated with an SCA adapter of the SCA 3002 or SCA 300 system or the standard foot 301. The availability of the individual flash functions, however, depends on the given camera system (camera manufacturer), the specific camera type and the SCA adapter. For more detailed information please refer to the SCA Table and the operating instructions for the individual SCA adapters. SCA adapter S
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• Slide the mecablitz foot completely into the camera’s accessory shoe and 3. Preparing the mecablitz for use lock into position with the locking nut. 3.1 Attaching the mecablitz to the camera 3.5 Removing the mecablitz from the camera Before mounting or removing the flash unit, switch off both the ca- Switch off the camera and the mecablitz by their main switch prior to mera and the mecablitz by their main switch. removal. The mecablitz can only be mounted on the camera with the standard fo
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• Insert the batteries lengthwise in conformity with the indicated battery sym- The mecablitz should always be turned off by its main switch if it is bols and close the battery compartment cover. not going to be used for an extended period of time. When loading batteries ensure correct polarity as indicated by the The Auto-OFF function can be deactivated whenever required. See Chapter 7.1. symbols in the battery compartment. Mixed up battery poles may destroy the flash unit. 4. Operating con
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The settings for the individual flash parameters are explained in Chapter 6. The TTL function can only be tested if a film has been loaded in the camera! The TTL flash mode is a very simple way to achieve excellent flash shots. In 4.3 Selecting and setting special functions this mode exposure readings are taken by a sensor built into the camera Additional special functions can be selected in each flash mode with the which measures the light reaching the film through the camera lens (TTL). The
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• Continue depressing the “Mode” key until “TTL” flashes on the LC display. 5.1.1 Automatic fill-in flash in daylight (Fig. 4 and 5) Most camera models automatically activate the fill-in flash mode in daylight • Press the “+” key while “TTL” is flashing to activate the fill-in flash mode. This when in Full Auto Mode, Program P, “Green Square”, or the picture modes causes the symbol for this flash mode to be indicated on the LC dis- (see operating instructions for the given camera). play. Fill-in
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Some cameras will not support the mecablitz in automatic flash mode 5.2.1 Fill-in flash in automatic mode when an SCA adapter is used (see operating instructions for the given Use the camera’s or a hand-held exposure meter to establish the required camera and SCA adapter). In this case the mecablitz should be fitted aperture and shutter speed for a normal exposure. If possible take a meter with the 301 standard foot. reading of the subject’s background separately from the actual subject. Set t
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match the given photographic situation (see the camera’s operating instruc- they are set accordingly. For this purpose, the camera must support the cor- tions). responding ditital data exchange with the SCA adapter or the mecablitz. For details please refer to the operating instructions for the given SCA adapter. Setting procedure for the manual flash mode M When the mecablitz is used with an adapter of the SCA 300 system or • Switch on the mecablitz by its main switch. with the 301 standard f
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• Use the “+” and “-” keys to set the required position of the zoom reflector • While this display flashes, continue depressing the “+” key until Auto Zoom while the display is flashing. The setting is immediately taken over by the is indicated on the LC panel. Please note that the camera’s exposure system mecablitz. must be activated for this purpose (e.g. by lightly touching the shutter re- lease) so that a data exchange can take place. • After approx. 5 sec. the LC display switches back to it
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A dark subject in front of a bright : Positive correction value (approx. 6.3 ISO film speed 1 to 2 f-stops). A light subject in front of a dark background: Negative 6.3.1 Automatic adaptation of the ISO film speed correction value (approx. -1 to -2 f–stops). If a correction value is set If the mecablitz is equipped with an adapter of the SCA 3002 system, and is the maximum flash range indicated on the mecablitz LC display may used in conjunction with a camera that is capable of transmitting IS
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• The display changes after approx. 5 sec.: The displayed correction value is 7. Special functions of the mecablitz replaced by the aperture. EV will flash on the display to indicate that a cor- 7.1 Automatic switch-off function rect value has been set. Switching off the automatic switch-off function 6.4.4 Cancelling the correction value • Switch on the mecablitz by its main switch. • Continue depressing the preselect key on the mecablitz until EV and • Continue depressing the Select key until t
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• The setting becomes immediately effective. The LC display returns to its nor- 7.2.2 2nd curtain synchronisation (REAR mode) (Fig. 7) mal state after approx. 5 sec. Only possible with a suitable SCA adapter and a suitable camera! The “REAR” symbol for 2nd curtain synchronisation is no longer indicated by Various cameras offer the facility of second-curtain synchronisation (REAR the mecablitz display. mode) triggering the mecablitz by the end of the exposure time. Second-cur- tain synchronisat
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The extended zoom mode is only possible in the “Auto Zoom” mode with a If the mecablitz is equipped with a suitable SCA adapter, flash readi- focal length setting as of 35 mm (35 mm format). Since the start position of ness will, depending on the camera type, automatically be transmitted to the camera or will be indicated in the camera’s viewfinder and in- the zoom reflector is 28 mm, a focal length of less than 35 mm will cause duce the camera to switch to its flash sync speed (please refer t
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If the mecablitz is equipped with a suitable SCA adapter, a correct range of the flash. This maximum flash range is indicated on the LC display exposure confirmation signal will, depending on the camera type, of the mecablitz. automatically be transmitted to the camera for indication in the ca- 10.1.2 Manual adaptation of maximum flash range indication mera’s viewfinder (please refer to the operating instructions for the If the mecablitz is fitted with an SCA 300 system adapter or 301 standard
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Example: 11. AF measuring beam In our example on the left the main subject should be at a distance of 6.2 m The AF measuring beam of the mecablitz can only be activated by from the mecablitz. autofocus cameras that support the flash unit’s AF measuring beam. The mecablitz must be fitted with an SCA 3002 adapter! 10.1.5 Exceeding the capacity of maximum flash range indication The mecablitz can indicate a maximum range of 199 m or 199 ft. In the The AF measuring beam is activated by the camera e
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The minimum lighting distance is approx. 10 per cent of the maximum 12. Flash techniques flash range indicated on the LC display. Since the maximum flash range 12.1 Bounce flash is not given in the LC display when the reflector is swivelled down, then be guided by the maximum flash range indicated by the mecablitz when Photos shot with full frontal flash are easily recognized by their harsh, dense the reflector is in its normal position. shadows. This is often associated with a sharp drop in l
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slave mode, the mecablitz LC display will neither indicate the aperture nor • Slave-Adapter SCA 3082 the distance. (Item No. 00033082A) For cordless slave operation in the Metz TTL Remote-System or Metz-Auto- Please note that the mecablitz 44 MZ-2 as SLAVE will only support the matic Remote System. remote channel “Ad1” in the cordless Metz-Remote-System. For more details about the slave mode please refer to the operating instructions • Wide-angle diffuse for the slave adapter. (Item No. 000044
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16. Troubleshooting 18. Technical data Should the LC display indicate meaningless information or should the flash Max. guide number at ISO 100 / 21°; zoom 105 mm: unit not work properly in the individual modes, then switch off the mecablitz Metric system: 44 Imperial system (ft): 144 for about 10 seconds by its main switch. Check the camera settings and find Flash modes: out if the flash unit’s foot is correctly mounted in the camera’s accessory shoe. • TTL The mecablitz must operate properly wh
