Nikon Speedlite SB-400: Operating location Notes on handling batteries
Operating location Notes on handling batteries: Nikon Speedlite SB-400
Table of contents
- Preparation For your safety WARNINGS for Speedlights
- 7 Do not use the unit in the presence of flammable or explosive gas. If the
- Preparation 11 Keep small accessories out of the reach of children to avoid the possibility
- CAUTIONS for Speedlights WARNINGS for Batteries
- Preparation 12 Batteries should not be submerged in water, exposed to rain, moisture or
- CAUTION for Batteries Symbol for separate collection applicable in European countries
- Preparation Foreword Confirm receipt Using your Speedlight correctly
- Take trial shots Have Nikon regularly spot-check your Speedlight Life-long learning
- Preparation Compatible cameras Speedlight parts Installing the batteriesL
- Usable batteries Replacing/recharging the batteries Standby function to conserve battery power
- Basic operation 1 Attach the SB-400 to the camera 2 Adjust the flash head
- 3 Setting the camera's mode Flash shooting distance range
- Available flash modes
- Effective usage of Speedlight Bounce flash
- Effective usage of Speedlight Notes on bounce flash
- When the subject has a mottled appearance with the flash light, raise the tilting degree of the flash head. In case the light is not enough
- Reference information Optional accessories Cleaning Storage
- Operating location Notes on handling batteries
- Reference information Notes on continuous flash shooting
- Troubleshooting
- Reference information Specifications Warning
- Batteries Min. recycling
• Take the Speedlight out once a month, insert the batteries, and fire the unit
several times to reform the capacitor.
• When the Speedlight is stored together with a desiccant, renew the desiccant
occasionally.
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• An extreme temperature change can cause condensation to form inside the
Speedlight. When exposing the Speedlight to high temperatures from very low
temperatures, or vice versa, place it inside an airtight container such as a plastic
bag. Leave it inside the container for a while before gradually exposing the
Speedlight to the outside temperature.
• Avoid exposing the Speedlight to strong magnetic or radio waves from televisions
or high voltage power transmission towers, as this may cause it to malfunction.
Notes on handling batteries
• Because flash consumes a large amount of battery power, rechargeable batteries
may not operate properly before reaching the end of their stated lifespan or the
number of charging/discharging as specified by the battery manufacturer.
• If the battery terminals become soiled, remove dirt and smudges before use, as
this may cause a malfunction.
• Battery power tends to weaken as the temperature drops. It also gradually
decreases when batteries are not used for a long time and recovers after a short
break following intensive use. Be sure to check battery power and replace the
batteries with fresh ones, if you notice any delays in the recycling time.
• Do not store batteries in locations subject to high temperatures and high
humidity.
To protect the earth's environment, do not
Recycling
dispose of used rechargeable batteries
rechargeable
yourself. Instead, take these batteries to
Ni-MH
batteries
your nearest recycling center.
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