NEVER attempt to recharge dry batteries! Do not expose the flash unit to dripping or splashing water. Do not expose your flash unit to high temperatures and humidity. Do not keep it in the glove compartment of your car. Do not touch the diffuser after firing several flashes at short intervals. Danger of burns! When taking flash shots at full light output and in rapid succession observe an interval of at least 3 minutes after 20 flashes. NEVER place material that is impervious to light in front of, or directly on the reflector. If this is not observed, the high energy of the flash light may cause burning or bleaching of the material or may damage the reflector. NEVER dismantle the flash unit! DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE! Repairs must only be completed by an authorised repair service. Do not touch the contacts of the flash unit.
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The flash unit must not be used if the case has been so badly damaged that internal components are exposed. Remove the batteries! Do not use defective batteries!
the flash unit if you are not going to use it for an extended period of time.
2.2 Loading and replacing the batteries
Turn off the flash unit by its main switch. Slide the battery compartment cover to the outside of the flash unit. Insert the batteries as indicated by the symbols in the battery compartment.

2. Preparations

2.1 Power supply
The flash unit can be operated with any of the following batteries: 2 alkaline-manganese dry-cell batteries, type IEC LR03 (size AAA). Maintenance-free power source for moderate power requirements. 2 nickel-metal-hydride batteries, type IEC HR03 (size AAA). They have a significantly higher capacity than NiCad batteries and are less harmful to the environment (no cadmium). They permit very fast recycling and are economical in use because they are rechargeable. 2 NiCad batteries, type IEC KR03 (size AAA).
When loading the batteries ensure that their
+ and - poles are aligned with the symbols. Transposed poles can destroy the flash unit. Always exchange both batteries, replacing them with identical batteries of the same capacity from the same manufacturer! Do not dispose of spent batteries in the domestic waste bin. Spent batteries should be handed in to an appropriate collecting point. Close the battery compartment cover and slide it towards the units foot.
The batteries are exhausted if the recycling
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2.3 Mounting / Removing the flash unit Turn off the flash by their main switch!
Fold down the flash units pivoted camera bracket. Secure the flash unit to the camera with the threaded tripod screw. To dismantle release the threaded tripod screw and remove the flash unit from the camera. Push the camera bracket forwards at the hinge and simultaneously fold upwards.

the LC display go out. After automatic switch-off the last used settings are retained and instantly available when the flash unit is switched on again. The flash unit is reactivated merely by depression of any key (wake-up function).
The flash unit should always be turned off by
its main switch if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time. The automatic switch-off function can be deactivated whenever required (see Chapter 11.1).
2.4 Switching the flash unit on and off
Automatic switch-off function / AUTO-OFF
To switch on set the main switch to ON. To switch off push the main switch down. To save battery power and prevent inadvertent battery discharge the flash unit is factory-set to switch over to standby mode (AUTO OFF) approx. 8 minutes after: - switch-on, - a setting procedure, - firing a flash. The flash readiness signal and the indications on 90
3. Flash coverage and reflector attachments
If there is no attachment in front of the reflector, the flash unit provides full lighting coverage for normal 24x36 mm shots with lenses as of 35 mm focal length. If a wide-angle diffuser (identified by W) is used the flash will cover the image angle of a 24 mm lens. When positioning the telephoto attachment (identified by T) in front of the reflector the flash unit will fully illuminate shots taken with a telephoto lens of 85 mm focal length and longer.
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Please note that the effective range of the
flash light is diminished by using a wideangle diffuser, and increased with a telephoto attachment. For digital cameras take into account that the focal lengths are given for the 35 mm format (see operating instructions of the individual camera).
ject so that it can be triggered. The working range of the assembly depends on the intensity of the light pulse from the camera-integrated flash, the reflective properties of the subject and the prevailing ambient light. Please note that the working range is diminished outdoors and with bright ambient light. Avoid exposing the sensor to direct sunlight!

4. Slave mode

The slave mode is intended for cordless, delay-free triggering of one or more slave flash units. The slave is triggered by the light pulse from the flash unit built into the camera. Some digital cameras fire one or more measuring preflashes a fraction of a second before flash exposure. Normally, these measuring preflashes cannot be deactivated on the camera because they do influence, for example, the flash exposure. Moreover, a preflash function can be activated on many cameras to diminish the red eye effect.
5. Switch on and shoot in EASY mode
The EASY mode permits easy use of the slave flash unit for flash photography. Auto aperture, ISO speed rating, etc. do not have to be set on the flash unit. The EASY mode is a simplified automatic flash mode intended for digital cameras without setting capabilities, or the Program P and full auto modes. Prior to its first use, the slave has to be adapted to the technology of the flash unit built into the camera to find out if the camera-integrated flash unit works with or without preflashes. 91
The internal photo cell sensor of the slave
must be able to perfectly capture the light of the cameras flash unit reflected by the sub-
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Adapting the slave flash unit Activate the cameras internal flash unit. If necessary, switch on the cameras red-eye reducing preflash function. Turn on the slave flash unit by the main switch and wait for the flash readiness indicator to light up. Keep the Mode key on the flash unit depressed for approx. 5 s until the symbols flash in an ascending sequence on the LC display. All other indications on the LC display and the flash readiness signal go out. To briefly depress the Mode key. Take terminateof an appropriate subject (e.g. a picture wall or ceiling of a room) at a distance of 2 m to 3 m with the cameras internal flash. With the aid of this shot the 28 CS-2 establishes the number of preflashes fired by the camera-integrated flash unit and automatically stores the data. The flash readiness indicator on the flash unit briefly lights up again to confirm the completed adaptation. 92

The LC display indicates the symbol SL for adapted slave mode, EASY flash mode and the maximum flash range (see Chapter 10.3). The slave flash unit is now ready for operation.
Flash unit adaptation only has to be completed
once because the stored settings are retained, even when the flash mode is changed, the flash unit is switched off and the batteries are replaced. Adaptation must be renewed when the settings of the cameras flash unit, the preflash mode (e.g. red-eye reducing preflash ON / OFF) or the camera are changed.
The flash mode of cameras working with an
automatically changing number of preflashes (e.g. Nikon 3D and D-TTL), as well as the Metz Remote Flash Mode, is not supported! Test shots Take some test shots with flash: The subject must be within the maximum flash range indicated on the LC display (see Chapter 10.3)! Assess the exposure results, e.g. on the camera monitor.
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Depress the + key on the flash unit for a positive correction value when the flash shots are too dark, and the - key for a negative correction value when the flash shots are too bright. The correction value can be adjusted from +10 to -10. The setting becomes immediately effective and is automatically stored. The set correction value is taken over as the new zero value (0) for the next flash shot. Maximum flash range indication is adapted to the given correction value.
the camera-integrated flash. The important point is to know whether the flash unit built into your camera works with or without measuring preflashes. Selection of the slave mode determines whether the slave is triggered immediately after the first flash pulse from the cameras flash unit, or whether one or more preflashes have to be suppressed before the slave is triggered together with the cameras main flash. Select one of the three different slave modes by repeated combined depression of the MODE and pre-select keys. The selected slave mode flashes on the LC display of the flash unit. Establishing the slave mode suitable for your camera
If the slave unit is not triggered repeat the
flash unit adaptation procedure and take another test shot. Tip: Carefully read the next chapters of these Operating Instructions to be able to make full use of all the capabilities of this flash unit.
It is not necessary to establish the suitable
slave mode if you know whether or not your camera operates with preflash measuring technology! Often it is rather difficult to establish whether or not a digital camera operates with preflash measuring technology. Proceed in the following manner to select the slave mode that is suitable for your camera: 93

6. Slave modes (SL)

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Activate the cameras internal flash unit. Deactivate the red-eye reducing preflash function on the camera. Select on the slave unit the M flash mode with P 1/1 full light output (see Chapter 8.2). Then select the slave mode without preflash suppression on the slave unit (see Chapter 6.1). Take a test shot in which the reflector of the slave unit can be seen, for example in a mirror.
adapt the slave automatically to your cameras flash function (see Chapter 6.3).
6.1 Slave mode without preflash suppression SL
This slave mode is suitable for all cameras working without measuring preflash technology. The slave is triggered at the same time as the flash unit incorporated in the camera. The light output of the slave is controlled by the selected flash mode (EASY, auto flash mode A or manual flash mode M).
NEVER look directly into the flash units reflector
from a short distance as this could blind or injure your eyes! Assess the test shot, e.g. on the camera monitor. If the slave units reflector is brilliantly illuminated in the test shot, then you have set the right slave mode for your camera. If the slave units reflector is not bright or is dark on the test shot, then select on the slave unit a slave mode with preflash suppression (see Chapter 6.2) and take another test shot. If this still proves to be unsuccessful, then select the adapted slave mode. This enables you to 94
If your camera has a red-eye reducing preflash
function, this function must be switched off! Otherwise it may be accidentally activated by flashes of other photographers working within the same action radius as the slave flash unit. Settings on the slave flash unit Repeatedly depress the pre-select and MODE keys simultaneously until the symbol SL flashes on the LC display. The setting instantly becomes effective and is automatically stored after 5 s.

automatically changing number of preflashes (e.g. Nikon 3D and D-TTL), as well as the Metz Remote Flash Mode, is not supported!
7. Settings for camera and flash unit
The slave unit can be operated together with your cameras internal flash unit after the appropriate slave mode has been established or set.
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7.1 Cameras where operating mode, ISO and aperture can be set
Camera setting Set on the camera the ISO speed rating. If possible avoid the AUTO-ISO setting! Set the cameras operating mode to aperture priority A or Av or manual M (see the operating instructions for the given camera). Select the appropriate aperture manually in the aperture priority mode. The camera will then automatically set the corresponding shutter speed. Both the aperture and shutter speed are set manually on the camera when in manual mode. Activate the cameras internal flash unit (see the operating instructions for the given camera).
and 9.2). Set the closest possible value where the exact value cannot be set. Shoot some test pictures. Set a negative flash exposure correction value on the flash unit when the shots are too bright, and a positive one when the shots are too dark (see Chapter 9.4). Compare the exposure results to establish the optimal setting for your camera. When shooting pictures take into account the maximum flash range indicated on the flash units LC display (see Chapter 10.3)!
For cameras fitted with a zoom lens different
flash exposure correction values may be necessary for the wide-angle and telephoto-range! Manual flash mode M of the flash unit Set the same values for aperture and ISO on the flash unit as set on the camera. Set the closest possible value where the exact value cannot be set. By selecting the full light output P 1/1 or a partial light output (see Chapter 9.5), you can determine the necessary camera-to-subject distance with the 97
Use a tripod for slower shutter speeds (e.g.
slower than 1/30 s) to avoid camera shake blur. Flash unit setting Auto flash mode A of the slave Set the same values for auto aperture and ISO on the slave as set on the camera (see chapter 9.1
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aid of the maximum flash range indicated on the LC display (see Chapter 10.3). EASY MODE of the flash unit
Set a negative flash correction value on the flash unit when the shots are too bright, and a positive one when the shots are too dark (see Chapter 9.4). Compare the exposure results to establish the optimal setting for your camera. When shooting pictures take into account the maximum flash range indicated on the flash units LC display (see Chapter 10.3)!
Select the operating mode Program P or full
auto mode on the camera! Please refer to Chapter 5 for the setting of the EASY MODE.
7.2 Cameras where operating mode, ISO and aperture cannot be set
Camera setting Activate the cameras internal flash unit (see the operating instructions for the given camera). Auto flash mode A of the flash unit Set on the flash unit the value for the largest aperture opening (smallest f-number) of the camera lens and the cameras ISO value (see Technical Data for the given camera). If this f-number and ISO value cannot be set on the flash unit, then set the next closest value. Take some test shots. 98
flash exposure correction values may be necessary for the wide-angle and telephotorange! Manual flash mode M of the flash unit Set on the flash unit the value for the largest aperture opening (smallest f-number) of the camera lens and the cameras ISO value (see Technical Data for the given camera). If this f-number and ISO value of the camera cannot be set on the flash unit, then set the next closest values. By selecting the full light output P 1/1 or a partial light output, the necessary camera-to-subject distance can be established by referring to the maxi-

Flash unit setting

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mum flash range indicated on the LC display (see Chapter 10.3). EASY-MODE operation of the flash unit Please refer to Chapter 5 for the setting of the EASY MODE.
The sensor has a measuring angle of 25 and only measures while the flash unit is emitting light. The measurement takes into account the light of the cameras internal flash emitted at the same time as the light from the slave flash.
If the duration of the flash from the cameras
internal flash unit exceeds that of the slave (e.g. with close-ups), then this can result in system-induced overexposure. For flash photography with digital cameras in slave mode it has proved to be useful to set a flash exposure correction value of approx -1 f-stop (-1 EV) for the camera-integrated flash unit. The correct exposure indicator will display o.k. for approx. 3 seconds when the shot was correctly exposed (see Chapter 10.2). Setting procedure Continue depressing the MODE key on the slave until A flashes on the display. The setting instantly becomes effective and is automatically stored after 5 s. Then set auto aperture, ISO and reflector status as flash parameters (see Chapter 9).

8. Flash modes

Depress the MODE key repeatedly to select between the different flash modes: Automatic A, Manual M, Metz Remote Flash Mode SL (SLave) and EASY. The selected flash mode will flash on the LC display of the flash unit.

8.1 Auto flash mode A

In automatic flash mode the photo cell sensor of the flash unit measures the light reflected by the subject. The flash unit interrupts light emission as soon as the necessary amount of light for a correct exposure has been reached. This means that a new aperture does not have to be calculated and set when the distance is changed, provided that the subject remains within the automatic flash range.
Avoid exposing the sensor to direct sunlight!
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8.2 Manual flash mode M

In this mode the flash unit emits an uncontrolled flash at full light output (P 1/1) or partial light output (P 1/2, P 1/4, P 1/8 or P 1/16). Adaptation to the photographic situation is achieved by selecting the corresponding aperture and ISO setting on the camera and flash unit or by setting a partial light output (see Chapter 9.5). The LC display will then indicate the flash-to-subject distance to be maintained for a correct exposure (see Chapter 10.3).
8.3 Metz-Remote Flash Mode SL
The Metz-Remote Flash Mode permits cordless remote triggering of one or more off-camera slaves by a special on-camera master flash unit (controller). The slaves are controlled by the flash light from the master flash unit. The on-camera master (controller) must be able to support the cordless Metz Remote System (only with mecablitz 40 MZ-., 50 MZ-5, 54 MZ-., 70 MZ-.) and be switched to the corresponding operating mode (see the operating instructions for the controller). The light output is controlled by the camera (Metz-TTL-Remote Flash Mode) or by a photo cell sensor in the master flash unit (Metz Automatic Remote Flash Mode). Setting procedure Continue depressing the MODE key on the slave until SL flashes on the display. Additionally, Ad1 is displayed to indicate the remote channel. The setting becomes instantly effective and is automatically stored after 5 s. The flash parameters do not have to be set on the slave.
For system-induced reasons the light emitted
simultaneously by the cameras internal flash unit is not taken into account. This may result in overexposure if the cameras flash light dominates (e.g. with close-ups or small partial light output levels)! Setting procedure Continue depressing the MODE key on the slave until M flashes on the display. The setting instantly becomes effective and is automatically stored after 5 s. Then set aperture, ISO and reflector status as flash parameters (see Chapter 9). 100

The slave flash unit only supports the Remote
Channel 1 (the LC display indicatesAd1).
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There is no maximum flash range indication nor correct exposure confirmation given in the Metz Remote Flash Mode. Testing the cordless Metz-Remote Flash Mode prior to exposure: Position the slave and controller (master flash unit) as required for the intended shot. Wait for flash readiness of controller and slave (flash ready indicator lights up). Depress the manual firing button on the controller and fire a test flash. The slave responds with a briefly delayed flash to indicate that it is ready for operation. When several slave units are being used then all slaves will acknowledge flash readiness simultaneously. If a slave does not respond with a time-delayed flash, then this means that the units sensor did not receive the controllers light pulse. Change the slaves position in such a manner that its sensor can capture the light pulse from the controller and repeat the test.
The slave flash unit is ready for use after the test has been successfully completed.
Bright ambient light and/or a large aperture
opening can result in the slaves sensor receiving only an incomplete light pulse because the electronic circuit of the controller interrupts light emission prematurely. In this case stop down the lens aperture or mount a neutral density filter on the lens. The slave will only react to a light pulse from the controller. Flash units from other photographers working within the same area will not trigger the slave unit. The slave will not indicate flash readiness and maximum flash range in the cordless Metz Remote Flash Mode. Only the controllers display is relevant for exposure indication.

8.4 EASY Mode

Please refer to EASY Mode flash in Chapter 5.
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9. Flash parameters

For correct performance of the flash unit in the auto flash mode A and manual flash mode M it will be necessary to adapt the different flash parameters (f-stop, ISO speed, diffuser) manually to the settings on the camera. The adjusted flash parameters are retained after the flash unit has been switched off and after the flash mode has been changed.

9.2 ISO speed

Continue depressing the pre-select key on the flash unit until ISO and the ISO value flash on the display. While the display is flashing depress the + or - key to adapt the ISO value on the flash unit to the cameras ISO speed. ISO speeds from 50 to 3200 can be set. The setting becomes instantly effective and is automatically stored after 5 s.
The flash parameter settings can only be
changed in automatic flash mode A and manual flash mode M. Maximum flash range indication is automatically adapted to the adjusted flash parameters.

9.3 Reflector status

The reflector status cannot be set when in
EASY Mode and in SL Metz-Remote Mode. To obtain correct indication of the maximum flash range and distance on the LC display, it is necessary to set the reflector status on the flash unit. This parameter indicates whether the flash unit is used without an attachment in front of the reflector, or with a wide-angle diffuser or telephoto attachment. Use of the wide-angle diffuser (WIDE) When using the 24 mm wide-angle diffuser (2.5 mm height) in front of the reflector, continue depressing the pre-select key until WIDE or

9.1 Automatic f-stop

Continue depressing the pre-select key on the flash unit until F and the f-stop flash on the display. While the display is flashing depress the + or - key to adapt the f-stop on the slave unit to the cameras aperture setting. F-stops of f/1.4 to f/16 can be set in whole aperture increments. The setting becomes instantly effective and is automatically stored after 5 s. 102
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TELE flash on the LC display. Then press the - key to set WIDE. Use of the telephoto attachment (TELE) When using the 85 mm telephoto attachment (7 mm height) in front of the reflector, continue depressing the pre-select key until TELE and / or WIDE flash on the LC display. Then press the + key to set TELE. Working without an attachment When using the flash unit without an attachment continue depressing the pre-select key until TELE and / or WIDE flash on the LC display. Then press the - and + keys until TELE and WIDE are simultaneously displayed. The setting becomes instantly effective and is automatically stored after 5 s. The display then indicates either WIDE or TELE depending on the setting. WIDE and TELE are no longer displayed after storage if no reflector attachment is used. Please refer to the instructions in Chapter 3.

9.4 Flash exposure correction value EV
In various exposure situations it may be necessary to specifically influence the flash intensity of the slave flash unit, i.e. increase or decrease the intensity. A corresponding flash exposure correction value can be set on the flash unit for this purpose.
A flash exposure correction value can only
be set in the auto flash mode A! Continue depressing the pre-select key on the flash unit until EV and the correction value flash on the display. While the displays are flashing set the desired correction value between -3 and +3 EV- in one-third increments. The setting becomes instantly effective and is automatically stored after 5 s. After storage the LC display shows again the f-stop in place of the correction value and EV flashes to indicate that an exposure correction value has been set. To delete the correction value, set the correction value 0.0 on the flash unit. EV ceases to be displayed after automatic storage.
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9.5 Manual partial light output

manual flash mode M.

Manual partial light output can only be set in
Continue depressing the pre-select key of the flash unit until P 1/ and the partial light output value flash on the display. While these data are flashing use the + or - key to set the required partial light output on the flash unit. Partial light output values of P 1/1 (maximum light output) to P 1/16 (minimum manual partial light output) can be set. The setting becomes instantly effective and is automatically stored after 5 s.
When flash readiness is established a test flash can be fired with the TEST button. In the auto flash mode A and the manual flash mode M, this test flash is based on the adjusted flash parameters. In the Metz-Remote Flash Mode, the test flash has a low light output level. In the EASY mode a controlled test flash is fired, in conformity with the settings made.
10.2 Correct exposure confirmation
The o.k. correct exposure indicator lights up for approx. 3 s when the shot was correctly exposed in the auto flash mode A or EASY mode. When in auto flash mode A this depends on the set flash parameters (see Chapter 9), and in the EASY mode on the selected light control. This enables you, for example in the automatic flash mode, to establish a suitable aperture by manually triggering a test flash. Fire a test flash with the manual firing button. If the o.k. correct exposure indicator does not light up then set the next smaller f- number, or reduce the distance to the subject, and repeat the test flash.
instead of the partial light output.

10. Displays

After storage the LC display indicates again the f-stop

10.1 Flash readiness indication
The flash readiness indicator on the slave flash unit lights up when the flash capacitor is fully charged to confirm that the slave is ready for firing. The slave will not be triggered if a shot is taken before the flash ready signal is lit. 104
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For the test flash, set up the slave unit
(with incorporated sensor) in the same manner as for the subsequent shot.
10.3 Maximum flash range indication
The maximum flash range is indicated on the LC display of the flash unit when in automatic A, manual M or EASY mode. For correct indication in automatic A and manual M mode it is necessary to manually adapt the flash parameters - aperture, ISO and reflector status - to the corresponding camera settings when a wide-angle diffuser or telephoto attachment is being used or when working without an attachment (see Chapter 9).
Pronounced deviations from this reflection factor, e.g. highly reflective or poorly reflecting objects, can influence the maximum flash range of the flash unit. When shooting pictures, be sure to observe the maximum flash range indicated on the flash units LC display. The subject should be within approx. 40% to 70% of the indicated value to give the electronic system sufficient leeway for compensation. The minimum flash-to-subject distance should not be less than 10% of the indicated value to avoid overexposure. Adaptation to the given photographic situation is possible by changing the aperture setting. Maximum flash range indication in the manual flash mode M The LC display of the flash unit indicates the distance to be maintained for correct flash exposure of the subject. Adaptation to the given photographic situation is achieved by changing the aperture setting and selecting between full light output and partial light output levels P 1/1 to P 1/16 (see Chapter 9.5). 105
The maximum flash range indication can be
either in meters (m) or feet (ft) (see Chapter 11.2). Maximum flash range indication in the auto flash mode A and EASY MODE The LC display of the flash unit indicates the maximum flash range. The indicated value relates to a factor of 25% of light reflection by the subject, which applies to most photographic situations.
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Exceeding the display range The LC display of the flash unit can indicate a maximum range of 199 m or 199 ft. The display range of feet (ft) may be exceeded in the event of high ISO values and large aperture openings. This is signalized by the flashing of 199ft.
Turn on the flash unit by its main switch. Release the MODE key; 8m ON will briefly appear on the LC display.

P r o d u c t Fa m i l i e s
With Metz mecablitz digital into the future
The flexibility of Metz mecablitz units can be seen in the different flash families. They have the respective functional equipment to go along with the different requirements profiles. In principle, there are the following groups:

System flash units

With System flash units, using a flash is a great deal of fun. Thanks to their being highly-developed and fully automatic, you only have to attach the flash, and away you go. System flash units are available in different versions. In this way, they provide a specific connection for a specific brand of camera, with which it works together perfectly. The best examples of this are the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital, which was singled out as the Best Flash Unit in Europe 2007/2008*, or the Metz mecablitz 48 AF-1 digital.

SCA flash units

Cameras can change, but not Metz! The unique special feature of Metz SCA flash units is that one and the same flash unit can be used with different cameras it doesnt matter whether they are digital or analog. By simply replacing the adapter, system cameras of different manufacturers can be used. Flash units with SCA adapters are particularly good for reflex cameras, because they offer the richest array of special functions. Of course, the SCA modules are also suitable for cameras from many other manufacturers, because of the adapters available.

*EISA Award 2007/2008

Automatic flash units
Automatic flash units are connected to the camera via a hot-shoe contact or a sync cord connection and have their own automatic flash control. This means that it isnt the camera that controls the flash, rather the flash itself responds intelligently and meters the light as precisely as required by the subject. There are automatic flash units ranging from professional handheld flash guns to small, handy compact flashes. For compact digital cameras (with flash connectors), there is the particularly handy mecablitz 20 C-2 in this category, which offers a vertically-tilting reflector, despite its minimal size.

Slave flash units

The group of slave flash units is intended to be used for particularly varied and interesting directed lighting. This is because they can be used as so-called off-camera flashes, because they can be positioned anywhere in the room. Because they dont need a direct contact to the camera, they are especially interesting for owners of compact digital cameras that dont have a flash connection option. With the SCA 3083 digital Slave Adapter (Metz Remote System), any current model of SCA flash unit is given additional slave qualities and in this way becomes a member of the family. Even the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital or the 48 AF-1 digital can be used as a slave, even though they are not directly assigned to this category. In this mode of operation, they also support the flash modes of the respective camera manufacturer.

Sy s t e m f l a s h u n i t s
Using a flash is more fun than ever before. Its no wonder, because with Metz system flash units, absolute operating comfort is available. Clearly-arranged displays, some of them even illuminated, give information, for example, about what values the respective flash program completely automatically sets. Sophisticated flash techniques are therefore childs play to use. There is also the guaranteed future factor for units with an integrated USB port. Its not for nothing that the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital was given the prize for the Best Flash Unit in Europe 2007/2008*.

Flash tip

Spanning large distances:
The choice of flash mode decisively affects the mood in photography. The pictures compared on this page show an effectively brightened subject that was at a great distance. In this connection, it was wise to use a powerful flash unit such as the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital. It can also brighten parts of pictures distant from one another both effectively and extremely accurately. There are special camera-specific functions available for this purpose, depending on the version.
Obtaining the lighting mood:
Thanks to modern flash controllers such as, for example, E-TTL, i-TTL, P-TTL, and ADI, the light output of Metz system flash units can be controlled by the camera. If the existing lighting mood is to be retained, it is therefore important to use a shutter time that is longer than the flash synch time. For portraits, however, an exposure time of 1/60 second should not be exceeded.

Slave Flash Units

Automatic Flash Units

SCA Flash Units

System Flash Units
m e c a b l i t z AF - 1 d i g i ta l

For the ambitious

Best flash unit in Europe 2007/2008* Experts from 50 different trade journals from 18 European countries awarded this coveted prize to the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital in the Photo Accessories category. The innovative high-performance unit was the first flash equipped with a USB port. It can be used to conveniently update the specific firmware of each variation of the model via the computer and Internet. It looks sleek, adjusts the flash exposure with every trick in the book, is intuitive to use and tremendously powerful. Equipped with innovative developments, the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital provides state-of-the-art secondary reflector technology, high-performance power management, multi-zone AF measuring flash, and a fully swiveling reflector system. The new top Metz model transmits all cameraspecific system flash modes from Canon, Nikon, Pentax/Samsung, Olympus/Panasonic or Sony Alpha cameras (as of 03/2008), including the respective wireless TTL mode. Due to its high guide number, the 58 AF-1 digital is not only especially powerful, but is also outstanding for bounce flash use. For its vertical as well as horizontal rotating and swiveling reflector, Metz integrated an extendible reflector card for the first time. Additional brilliance can be obtained for the close-up range via the integrated, system-controlled, secondary reflector for bounce flash.

Flash output

high max. GN of 58 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm

Basic configuration

secondary reflector with 3 light output ratios vertical (-7/+90) and horizontal (270) swivel reflector easy operating concept illuminable dot matrix LC display motor zoom for 24 - 105 mm illumination integrated wide-angle diffuser for 18 mm illumination reflector card that can be flipped open for soft flash illumination modeling light (permanent light for checking the photo) integrated autofocus multi-zone measuring flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator automatic unit switch-off and manual key lock

Standard flash modes

TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 25 partial lighting levels stroboscope mode HSS high speed synchronization 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash flash bracketing

In detail

Extendible reflector card

Tilt reflector

Easy to operate

USB port

Secondar y reflector with 3 par tial lighting levels
GN of 58 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 42 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
Camera-specific system flash modes

Canon Version

E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode E-TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)
CANON NIKON FUJIfilm OLYMPUS PANASONIC PENTAX SAMSUNG SONY (D-SLR)

Nikon / Fujifilm Version

i-TTL / D-TTL / 3D flash mode i-TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)
Olympus / Panasonic / Leica Version
Four Thirds TTL flash mode Four Thirds TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)

Pentax / Samsung Version

P-TTL flash mode P-TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)

Sony alpha Version

ADI flash mode ADI remote mode (slave operation)
Guaranteed in the future Power supply
Firmware update via integrated USB port 4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 58-50 cable

Included in delivery

belt case slave mounting foot

Accessories

Power Pack P 76 Set (V58-50 cable required

Mecabounce 58-90 for softer illumination
Bounce diffuser 54-23 for bounce flash
For committed amateur photographers
Innovative and flash-ready
Presenting the new Metz mecablitz 48 AF-1 digital stylish and technically state-of-the art. Equipped with a USB port for firmware updates via Internet, it has shown itself to be just as innovative as its big brother the 58 AF-1 digital, which has just been singled out as Europes Flash Unit of the Year 2007/2008*. Perfectly matched to digital cameras from leading manufacturers in each case, it is available in five different versions (Canon, Nikon, Olympus/Panasonic, Pentax/ Samsung or Sony Alpha) each individual one is flash-ready, due to its fully automatic flash modes. They facilitate precision light output, tailor-made for each individual subject. Numerous manual intervention options complement the photographic creative flexi bility. Supported by a fully swiveling reflector system, which also has an extendible reflector card and a diffuser, almost unlimited possibilities open up for creative directed lighting. Thanks to the slave function, the 48 AF-1 digital can even be used detached from the camera. In the respective camera-specific wireless TTL mode, it can thus be used as a slave unit. It is an outstanding flash unit for committed amateur photographers.
high max. GN of 48 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm
vertical (-7/+90) and horizontal (270) swivel reflector illuminable LCD display easy operating concept motor zoom for 24 - 105 mm illumination integrated wide-angle diffuser for 18 mm illumination extendible reflector card for soft flash illumination modeling light (permanent light for checking the photo) integrated autofocus measuring flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator in the LCD display automatic unit switch-off and manual key lock
TTL flash mode manual flash mode with 8 partial lighting levels HSS high speed synchronization 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL flash mode automatic fill-in flash flash bracketing
GN of 48 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 35 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode E-TTL remote mode (slave operation)

Nikon/Fujifilm Version

i-TTL / D-TTL / 3D flash mode i-TTL remote mode (slave operation)
Olympus/Panasonic/Leica Version
Four Thirds TTL flash mode Four Thirds TTL remote mode (slave operation)

Pentax/Samsung Version

P-TTL flash mode P-TTL remote mode (slave operation)
Guaranteed in the future Power sources
4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries
Firmware update via integrated USB port
m e c a b l i t z AF - 4 d i g i ta l

For demanding beginners

The compact class Presenting the Metz mecablitz 36 AF-4C digital for Canon, or alternatively the 36 AF-4N digital for Nikon, in the advantageous Cobra design. With these two sophisticated entry-level models Metz has the right flash answer ready for groups of users of Canon or Nikon digital cameras. The mecablitz 36 AF-4C digital provides E-TTL flash mode; the 36 AF-4N for Nikon has i-TTL flash mode. In addition, they are impressive because of their likeably easy operation. Even bounce flash becomes childs play, due to the vertically-tilting reflector. The manually-adjustable zoom reflector has other advantages. By adjusting the reflector to different focal lengths, the illumination angle of the 36 AF-4 digital can be optimally utilized.
max. GN of 36 for ISO 100/21 and 85 mm
vertically tilting reflector +90 LED displays manual zoom reflector for 28 - 85 mm illumination integrated autofocus measurement flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera
TTL flash mode 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL flash mode (if it can be set on the camera) automatic fill-in flash
Spotlight for AF measurement flash
Tilt reflector (only vertical)
Zoom reflector (28-85 mm)
GN of 36 at ISO 100/21 (85 mm) GN of 30 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

E-TTL flash mode

CANON NIKON FUJIfilm
i-TTL flash mode firmware update possible via Metz Service
4 x AA alkaline-magnesium batteries 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries
The unique special feature of Metz SCA flash units is that one and the same flash unit can be used with different cameras it doesnt matter whether they are digital or analog. By simply replacing the adapter, system cameras from different manufacturers can be used, because they offer the richest array of special functions. Flash units with SCA adapters are just as suitable for system camera owners as for medium-format camera owners. All members of the SCA family meet this criterion, whether it is a handheld flash gun or a compact flash.

A second look

Many wedding photographs are exclusively standard poses. Anyone who comes up with additional ideas here can score bonus points. Why not photograph the bridal couple or wedding guests during small talk? With some flash, the subject is given additional sharpness and brilliance. For this purpose, there are different partial light output levels to choose from with Metz handheld flash guns.

Illuminable dot matrix display
Control unit with LCD display and integrated AF measurement flash

Mounting bracket 50-25

SCA 3002 adapter
GN of 76 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 54 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
Camera-specific system flash modes with SCA adapters

Canon

E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode
CANON NIKON FUJIfilm HASSELBLAD LEICA MAMIYA OLYMPUS PANASONIC PENTAX ROLLEI SAMSUNG SONY

Nikon/Fujifilm

i-TTL / D-TTL / 3D flash mode

Olympus/Panasonic/Leica

Four Thirds TTL flash mode

Pentax/Samsung

P-TTL flash mode

Sony alpha

Guaranteed in the future
firmware update possible via Metz Service

Power sources

Metz NiMH rechargeable battery 76-56 (included with flash) powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 76 cable
standard foot camera bracket NiMH rechargeable batteries charger wide-angle diffuser (20 mm)

Color filter set 50-32

Power Pack P 76 set + V 76 cable

NiMH charger set B 47

Mecabounce 50-90 for softer illumination
Bounce diffuser 76-23 for bounce flash
m e c a b l i t z C L - 4 d i g i ta l

For pros

Great performance: The Metz mecablitz 45 CL-4 digital is a powerful handheld flashgun that is very convincing, due to its GN of 45 for ISO 100/21 and 35 mm focal length, as well as the most modern charging method available. It is an ideal flash unit for photographers who put higher priority on high light output and rapid recycling times, as well as extensive optional features. It is equipped with a secondary reflector in order to be able to create perfect highlights in portraits. It goes without saying that the camera-specific system flash modes of the various manufacturers can also be used perfectly with this professional flash, through various SCA adapters. The TTL mode and the automatic functions can be just as easily set as manual partial lighting, via the practical dial on the top of the 45 CL-4 digital. This flash unit, specially designed for digital cameras, also offers all the important special functions listed above for the 76 MZ-5 digital, including high-speed synchronization (HSS). The reflectors vertical and horizontal tilt and swivel abilities can also be used for indirect flash lighting, just like on the 76 MZ-5 digital. The Power Pack P 76 is available for particularly intensive professional use, which can increase the flash output and further reduce the flash recycle time.

Standard Flash Modes

TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 25 partial lighting levels stroboscope mode HSS high speed synchronization (Canon, Sony, Nikon analog, Leica) 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash flash bracketing
Secondar y reflector with attachable reduction filter
2 function keys, 1 control dial
GN of 54 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 40 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
ADI flash mode ADI remote mode (slave function)
4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 54-50 cable
Light reduction filter Bag Standard foot
Power Pack P 76 (V 54-50 connection cable required)
Connecting cable SCA 3008A with SCA 3002 adapters and camera bracket 40-36
SCA 3083 digital slave adapter
Mecabounce 44-90 for softer illumination
m e c a b l i t z M Z - 2 d i g i ta l
Variable entry-level model: In conjunction with the respective SCA adapter, the mecablitz 44 MZ-2 digital can be used with almost any analog SLR camera as well as with digital cameras from Nikon and Olympus/Panasonic (Four Thirds standard). The powerful motor zoom compact flash model (GN 44) with the large light angle of 28-105 mm can be used either in TTL, automatic, or manual flash mode and is distinguished by the interesting special functions. For example, its strengths include the Nikon i-TTL flash mode, which makes fill-in flash possible in daylight to effectively brighten far too dark shadowy areas, second curtain synchronization (important to enable more natural blurring effects) and much more. In addition, the 44 MZ-2 digital supports the special flash functions for cameras from Hasselblad, Mamiya, Rollei, and Leica.
max. GN of 44 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm
SCA adapter system (flash unit useable with different cameras) vertical (-7/+90) tilt reflector illuminable LCD display motor zoom for 28 - 105 mm illumination integrated autofocus measurement flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator in LCD automatic unit switch-off
TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 8 partial lighting levels 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash
GN of 44 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 34 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

i-TTL flash mode

NIKON FUJIfilm HASSELBLAD LEICA MAMIYA OLYMPUS PANASONIC ROLLEI

Four Thirds TTL flash mode Firmware update possible via Metz Service (flash unit and SCA adapter)

Included with delivery

Standard foot

SCA 300 or 3002 adapter

SCA 3008A connecting cable with SCA 3002 adapters and camera bracket 40-36
A u t o m at i c f l a s h u n i t s
The flash units in this family dont have TTL flash mode; instead, they have the so-called automatic flash mode, in addition to manual flash mode. Numerous photographers still make use of this simple but extremely effective form of flash measurement. With automatic flash mode, it isnt the camera that controls the flash, but instead, the photocell integrated in the flash measures the light reflected from the object. It is a really nice thing!

Fill-in flash

Backlighting makes interesting light effects possible, if you know how to use it correctly. A flash should be used in any case. With the flash output reduced by 1 or 2 f-stops, it is possible to retain the character of the existing light. The higher the guide number, the greater the range of the flash unit. However, when comparing, it is important to make sure that the same focal length and the same ISO specification are used.

Long exposure times

It is worth experimenting with exposure times that are longer than the flash sync speed. For moving objects, interesting blurring effects and a corresponding brightening of the foreground can be obtained in a range of approx. 1 second. By the way, the easiest way to extend the range of a flash unit is to increase the ISO setting on the camera. If you use ISO 1600 instead of ISO 100, then the sensitivity of the photo chip increases is quadrupled.

mecablitz 45 CL-1

For purists
Simply a powerful light: The powerful Metz handheld flashgun family begins with the robust Metz mecablitz 45 CL-1. It offers a fully swiveling and tilting reflector, high light output with easy handling and is reduced down to the essentials. There is a choice of 5 automatic apertures. Mainly intended for the owners of analog cameras, even professional photographers with modern DSLR cameras swear by the automatic flash mode of the 45 CL-1. Thanks to the included modern NiMH rechargeable battery, it is possible to have a high number of flashes with low recycling times. In order to be able to fall back on maximum flash power when taking a series of shots, the practical, highpower Power Pack P 76, which attaches to your belt, can be used in connection with the optionally available V 45 cable.

max. GN of 20 for ISO 100/21 and 35 mm high number of flashes (e.g. 150 full flashes with alkaline-magnesium batteries) flash recycle time 0.sec. (depending on the energy source and flash output)
connection to camera via hot-shoe contact (x-synchronization) or via sync cable (included in delivery) vertically tilting reflector +90 LED displays flash readiness and exposure control indicator on the unit
automatic flash mode with 2 automatic apertures manual flash mode

IN DETAIL Accessories

2 x AA alkaline-magnesium batteries 2 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries

standard sync cable

Practical tilt reflector

Camera bracket 40-36

GN of 20 at ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
S l av e f l a s h u n i t s
Slave mode (light controlled): With the mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital, you have a pure slave flash unit at your disposal that only flashes when you want it to with any camera. This is made possible by its learning function, which recognizes the pre-flash of your camera and only responds to its main flash. With this model, the picture results can be controlled very easily via the plus/minus buttons. Metz slave mode (wireless Metz remote system): This clever Metz system facilitates targeted light control for two Metz flash units. Here, one is attached directly to the camera as a so-called master flash. In contrast, the other slave flash unit can be positioned anywhere in the room. For this type of slave mode, a current Metz SCA flash unit is equipped with an SCA slave adapter (SCA-3083) instead of the SCA camera adapter, which is used for a conventional flash. This slave adapter makes additional slave qualities possible. By using a mecalux 11 as a server flash trigger, a flash unit can also be activated. However, all settings must be made on the flash unit itself here. Slave mode for the respective camera manufacture: Another way of using slave mode is opened up by the two system flash units mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital and mecablitz 48 AF-1 digital. Both models are not directly assigned to the slave category, but they still can be used as intelligent slave variants as well. Here, they support the flash modes of the respective camera manufacturer. In addition, the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital has a master function that you can always use if the integrated flash of the camera doesnt provide a master mode.

645 AF, ZD

SCA 3202

SCA 3202 + SCA 3045

301 SCA 3502 SCA 3202
45-54 SCA 3502 M5 + SCA 3045 SCA 3202 + SCA 3045
DMC-LC 1 DMC-FZ50, DMC-L1

SCA 3702

SCA 3702 + SCA 3045
SCA 356 + SCA 300 D SCA 3562
SCA 356 + SCA 300 A SCA 3562 + SCA 3045

6008 AF, Hy6

SCA 3302

SCA 3302 + SCA 3045

45 CL-4 digital

54 MZ-4i digital

58 AF-1 digital

48 AF-1 digital

36 AF-4/36C-2

44 MZ-2

45 CL-1

58 AF-1C 58 AF-1C 58 AF-1C 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N
SCA 3102 SCA 311 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 343 SCA 344 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402
48 AF-1C 48 AF-1C 48 AF-1C 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N
SCA 3102 SCA 311 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 343 SCA 344 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3402 SCA 3402
36 AF-4C 36 AF-4C 36 AF-4C 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N

45-54

58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N

48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N

301 SCA 3402

36 C-AF-4N

20 C-2

SCA 390 + 40-36 SCA 3902

45-54

58 AF-1O

SCA 351 SCA SCA 3202 SCA 396 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3952

48 AF-1O

36 C-2

20 C-2

58 AF-1O

48 AF-1O

58 AF-1O

48 AF-1O

36 C-2

58 AF-1P

48 AF-1P

48 AF-1S

28 CS-2 digital is suitable for compact cameras of all brands with an integrated flash

20 C-2

44 MZ-2 digital

36 C-2

Configuration features: Flash output GN for ISO 100 and 35 mm or 50 mm GN for ISO 100 and max. zoom Basic configuration Adapter system SCA 300 Adapter system SCA 3002 Illumination from. mm (KB format) Motor zoom main reflector Manual zoom main reflector Extended zoom mode for main reflector Main reflector can be tilted and rotated Vertical tilting range in Horizontal swiveling range in Integrated wide-angle diffuser for illumination in mm (KB format) Attachable wide-angle / telephoto lens cover Integrated reflector card for main reflector Secondary reflector / partial lighting levels (manually adjustable) Secondary reflector support for system flash functions Dot matrix display / illuminated LCD display / illuminated LED displays Range display Flash readiness indicator / exposure control indicator on the flash unit Acoustic status messages (beep) Modelling light function Manual key lock (KEYLOCK) Automatic unit switch-off (auto off) Wake-up function by the camera Automatic AF measurement flash / multi-zone AF measurement flash Metz remote flash mode (master/slave) Master flash mode (Metz remote) Slave flash mode (Metz remote) Standard flash modes TTL flash mode (without pre-flash) Automatic flash mode EASY Mode flash mode f-stops for automatic flash mode Manual flash mode Partial lighting levels Stroboscope flash mode System flash functions Automatic fill-in flash Flash-ready indication in camera viewfinder Exposure control indication in camera viewfinder 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization High-speed synchronization (HSS or FP) Manual flash exposure correction Manual flash bracketing Pre-flash function against the red eye effect System flash modes Cannon E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode Canon FE flash exposure memory for E-TTL and E-TTL-II flash mode Canon E-TTL remote flash system as master/controller/slave Leica group number control (GNC)

250 460

205 370

160 350

200 400

130 430

0,1/5 0,1/5 0,1/6

0,2/5 0,2/4 0,2/6

0,3/5 0,3/5 0,3/5

0,3/10 0,3/8 0,3/8

Running on lithium batteries (1.5 V) Running on Metz NiMH rechargeable battery pack External energy supply with Metz Power Pack P 76 Size and weight Weight without power source in g (approx.) W Approx. dimensions in mm (W x H x D) H D Lamp pole Control section Lamp pole Control section Lamp pole Control section Lamp pole Control section
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 0,1/4 0,1/4 0,3/7 0,3/2,5 0,1/3

0,1/2,5 0,1/2,5

118 89

247 102

147 102

148 99

125 108

137 99

115 95

110 87

140 75,32,5
With connecting cable SCA 3045 With slave adapter SCA 3083 digital and connecting cable SCA 3045 With battery case 45-39 With slave adapter SCA 3083 digital Running on micro-cells (AAA): NiCd (250 mAh), NiMH (700 mAh)

36 AF-3/36 AF-4

Acc e s s o r i e s

Rechargeable batteries and battery case NiMH rechargeable batteries 45-56 NiMH rechargeable batteries 76-56 Battery basket without batteries 45-39 Charging sets and chargers NiMH charger set B 46 NiMH charger set B 47 Power packs and accessories Power Pack P 76 Set (incl. charger) Connecting cable V 76 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 58-50 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 54-50 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 50 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 45 (for P 50 / P 76) Colour Filter Sets Colour filter set 50 - 32 Colour filter set 45 - 32 mecabounce mecabounce 44-90 mecabounce 50-90 mecabounce 45-90 mecabounce 58-90 Sync cables Spiral sync cable 36-52 Spiral sync cable 45-49 Spiral sync cable 45-54 for hot-shoe contact Standard sync cable 36-50 (25 cm) Standard sync cable 45-47 (40cm) Standard sync cable 45-48 (100cm) Sync extension cable 60-54 (500 cm) Camera brackets and accessories Camera bracket 40-36 Camera bracket 32-38 Bracket adapter 60-28 Mounting bracket for control unit 50-35 Bracket plate for medium format 70-35

1) 1)

Bounce diffusers Bounce diffuser 54-23 (or 58-23) Bounce diffuser 76-23 mecalux mecalux 11 Camera straps Camera straps 50-31 Wrist strap Wrist strap 45-27 Connecting cable SCA 3008 A for SCA 3002 adapter SCA 307 A for SCA 300 adapter SCA 3045 for SCA 300/3002 adapter SCA 300 A for SCA 300 adapter Adapters SCA 311 for Canon SCA 343 for Nikon SCA 344 for Nikon F3 SCA 351 for Leica SCA 356 for Rollei 4) SCA 390 for Hasselblad 4) SCA 3102 for Canon SCA 3202 for Olympus / Panasonic / Leica SCA 3302 for Konica Minolta / Sony SCA 3402 for Nikon SCA 3502 for Leica SCA 3562 for Rollei 4) SCA 3702 for Pentax / Samsung SCA 3902 for Hasselblad 4) SCA 3952 for Mamiya 4) SCA 3083 digital slave adapter SCA 300 E Standard foot 301

Automatic flash mode A photo sensor integrated in the flash unit measures the subject during photographing, and automatically terminates the light output as soon as the subject is correctly exposed.
flash exposure such as the distance to the subject and the guide number of the flash unit, for example. Extended zoom
B Buzzer Additional acoustic status messages can be activated for flash readiness, flash exposure control as well as warning tones. F C Correct exposure indication The correct exposure indication OK is shown on the flash unit after the photograph if the subject in automatic or TTL flash mode was correctly exposed.
With Motor Zoom mode, the main reflector illuminates the subject more than necessary by one reflector position. As a result, the additional dispersed light provides softer illumination of the subject.
Key function Locking of the operating elebracketing series with ments. Protects against unintentional changes. L LCD / LED display Provides information on the flash modes and settings being used. (>>> Dot matrix display) Flash
Flash bracketing three photos of different flash exposure: minus correction value, no correction value, and plus correction value.
M Manual flash mode Flash mode with unregulated light output. The flash unit delivers the full light output, if no partial light output is set. Manual zoom The zoom position of the main reflector and thus the illumination of the flash unit can be adjusted manually to the lens focal length. Modeling light Modeling light is a stroboscope light with a high flash frequency lasting a few seconds. With this quasi permanent light, the light dispersion and shadow formation at the subject can be checked before taking the photograph. Motor zoom The zoom position of the main reflector and hence the illumination of the flash unit can be adjusted automatically to the lens focal length. P Partial light mode Manual flash mode with unregulated light output. By setting partial light mode on the flash unit, the light output or illumination duration of the flash unit can be adapted specifically to the photographic situation. P-TTL Modern measurement further development technique for
Remote operation A remote system consists of a master or controller flash unit on the camera and one or more slave flash units. The slave flash unit is remotely controlled wirelessly by the master or controller flash unit. With a master flash unit, the flash light contributes to the exposure, in contrast to a controller flash unit. S SCA 3002 adapter system For system cameras with digital or analog data transmission between the camera and flash unit. By using an SCA adapter from the SCA 3002 system, there are numerous additional system flash functions available with flash units from the SCA 3002 system, depending on the type of camera. The firmware of an SCA adapter from the SCA 3002 system is updateable via Metz service for future cameras. SCA 300 adapter system For system cameras for adaptation to flash units of the SCA 3002 or SCA 300 system. Depending on the type of camera, not all system flash functions are supported by the SCA 300 system. Secondary reflector To brighten shadows cast in the close-up ranges which appear when using an indirect flash. Slave mode An integrated sensor makes this wireless slave flash mode possible in combination with a master or controller flash unit. (>>> Remote operation)

Swivel reflector Can be tilted horizontally and vertically for indirect flash. Can be tilted vertically for indirect flash. T TTL flash control While taking the photograph, the flash light is measured through the lens (TTL = through the lens) by a sensor in the camera. The light output of the flash unit is terminated as soon as the subject is correctly exposed. TTL fill-in flash control Reduces too high subject contrast (e.g. to brighten dark shadowy areas in bright sunshine). U USB Interface for firmware updates via the Internet. W Wake-up The flash unit can be reactivated by actuating the shutter release if the flash is in energy-saving standby mode after an extended break from taking photographs. (>>> Automatic unit switch-off) Wide-angle attachment Increases the light angle of the flash unit. Depending on the type of flash unit, the wide-angle attachment is either integrated or attachable as an accessory. Z Zoom size Automatic adaptation of the display of the reflector position of the flash unit to the picture-taking chips for digital cameras.
of the TTL flash control with pre-flash Pentax and Samsung cameras. R REAR Synchronisation to the 2nd shutter curtain for more natural blurring effects for longer exposure times.
Stroboscope mode Manual flash mode for flash sequences with a selectable intensity, frequency, and number of flashes, e.g. for special effect photos and motion studies.
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