2.4 Operating concept 2.4.1Selecting and setting the flash mode TTL / A / M / (stroboscopic)
Select the flash mode TTL, A (Auto), M (Manual) or (stroboscopic) by depressing the Mode button (Fig. 1) repeatedly until the icon of the required mode flashes on the display. Push the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow for storage. The selected operating mode will be automatically stored after approx. 5 seconds if the setting disk (Fig. 1) is not pressed. After storage the icon of the selected mode will be continuously displayed (without flashing). Note: The individual flash modes are explained in a separate chapter!
2.4.2 Selecting and setting the special functions
Additional special functions can be selected in each flash mode with the Select button (Fig. 1). By depressing the Select button you can call the special functions "Bleep" ( ), automatic switch-off , REAR7) (second-curtain synchronisation), modelling light , zoom formats and flash bracketing "Fb".

3. TTL flash mode

The TTL flash mode is a very simple way to achieve excellent flash shots. The mecablitz must be fitted with a suitable SCA adapter for TTL flash mode. TTL flash mode is only possible with cameras supporting this mode! The SCA 301 standard foot (only hot-shoe contact or synch cord socket) does not permit TTL flash mode! If the mecablitz is used in conjunction with a camera or SCA adapter that does not support the 105
7) only with SCA adapter and camera which support this function
TTL function, then uncontrolled full-power flashes will be fired when the shutter release is pressed! The TTL function can only be tested if a film has been loaded in the camera! In TTL mode, the exposure readings are taken by a sensor built into the camera. This sensor measures the light reaching the film through the camera lens. An electronic control circuit within the camera transmits a stop signal to the SCA adapter (optional extra) as soon as the film has been exposed by the correct amount of light, thereby instantly interrupting the flash. The advantage of this flash mode is that all factors influencing correct exposure of the film (filters, change of aperture and focal length with zoom lenses, extensions for close-ups, etc.) are automatically taken into account. The ok display on the mecablitz lights up for approx. 3 sec. when flash exposure was correct. An additional acoustic signal can be activated on the mecablitz; see 12.1 Bleep function.

Setting procedure for the TTL flash mode: Equip the mecablitz with a suitable SCA adapter and mount on the camera. Adjust the camera as described in its operating manual. Switch on the mecablitz with the main switch (Fig. 1). Depress the Mode button (Fig. 1) repeatedly until TTL flashes on the display. Push the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow to store this setting. The selected operating mode will be automatically stored after approx. 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. The TTL icon will stop flashing and will be continuously displayed after storage. It is possible that ISO film speed, zoom and f-stop will not be automatically transmitted from the camera to the mecablitz, depending upon the camera type and SCA adapter. In this case simply set the corresponding values manually on the mecablitz. ISO film speed and f-stop are only required for correct distance and flash range indication on the LC display and are therefore irrelevant for TTL flash shots. Consequently, it is not imperative to set them. 106
Zoom reflector positioning is important for the correct illumination of the entire subject. It should therefore always be adapted to the focal length of the lens. Tip: If you are using a zoom lens and do not constantly need the full power and maximum flash range of the mecablitz, you can leave the zoom reflector at the shortest focal length of the zoom lens. In this manner the entire subject will be uniformly illuminated, thereby also eliminating the need to constantly adapt the zoom reflector position to the given focal length. Example: Let us assume that you are using a 28 mm - 80 mm zoom lens. In this case you set the zoom reflector to position 28 mm! If the mecablitz is used with an SCA 3xx2 adapter on a camera that transmits data to the flash unit, it can happen that the ISO speed rating is not displayed (depending on the camera model); see the operating instructions for the SCA adapter. It may then be impossible to change the ISO film speed and aperture! With wide differences in contrast, e.g. a dark object in the snow, corresponding exposure corrections may be necessary in TTL mode (see Chapter 14.).
3.1 Sub-modes of TTL flash mode
Different flash sub-modes can be set when the mecablitz is in TTL mode. The number of possible sub-modes depends on the SCA adapter and the given camera: TTL-remote with address Ad1 (see Chapter 7.1 Metz cordless TTL remote mode). TTL-remote with address Ad2 (see Chapter 7.1 Metz cordless TTL remote mode). E-TTL flash mode (only with SCA 3102 and a suitable Canon camera; see operating instructions for the SCA adapter and the camera). E-TTL-HSS flash mode; high-speed synchronisation (only with SCA 3102 and a suitable Canon camera; see operating instructions for the SCA
adapter and the camera). Matrix-controlled fill-in flash (only with SCA 3402 and a suitable Nikon camera; see operating instructions for the SCA adapter and the camera). 3D multi-sensor fill-in flash (only with SCA 3402 and a suitable Nikon camera; see operating instructions for the SCA adapter and the camera). TTL-HSS flash mode; high-speed synchronisation (only with SCA 3302 and a suitable Minolta camera; see operating instructions for the SCA adapter and the camera). Setting a sub-mode of TTL flash mode: Depress the Mode button (Fig. 1) repeatedly until TTL flashes on the display. In the event that TTL no longer flashes, just press the Mode button once. Turn the setting disk (Fig. 1) and select the required sub-mode. Push the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow for storage. The selected sub-mode will be automatically stored after 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. The TTL icon will stop flashing after storage.

The automatic flash mode is possible with an SCA adapter and with the SCA 301 standard foot. Some cameras will not support the mecablitz in automatic flash mode when an SCA adapter is used (see operating instructions for the given camera and SCA adapter). In this case the mecablitz should be fitted with the SCA 301 standard foot. Setting procedure for automatic flash mode: Equip the mecablitz with an SCA adapter or the SCA 301 standard foot and mount on the camera. Adjust the camera as described in its operating manual. Switch on the mecablitz with the main switch (Fig. 1). Depress the Mode button (Fig. 1) repeatedly until A flashes on the display. Push the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow for storage. The selected operating mode will be automatically stored after approx. 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. The A icon will stop flashing and remain permanent after storage. If the mecablitz is used with an SCA 3xx2 adapter and a camera that automatically transmits the data for ISO film speed, zoom reflector position and aperture, then no further settings are required. The mecablitz will automatically adjust itself in conformity with the transmitted camera data. When the mecablitz is operated with a camera that transmits data to the mecablitz, it can happen that the ISO film speed will not be displayed (depends on the camera type); see operating instructions for the SCA adapter. It may then be impossible to change the ISO film speed and aperture setting! Automatic flash mode with an SCA 3xx adapter or the SCA 301 standard foot: In this case ISO film speed, zoom reflector position and aperture must be manually set on the mecablitz. This is indispensable for correct flash exposure because the mecablitz automatically controls the light on the basis of these data.

4. Automatic flash mode

In the auto flash mode a sensor (Fig. 2) built into the mecablitz measures the light reflected off the subject. The flash is cut off as soon as sufficient light has been emitted for correct exposure. This eliminates the need to recalculate and reset the aperture each time the distance is changed, provided that the subject remains within the indicated maximum flash range. The sensor (Fig. 2) of the mecablitz must be directed at the subject, regardless of the direction in which the main reflector is pointing. The sensor has a coverage of 25, and only measures during light emission by the mecablitz. The ok display on the mecablitz lights up for approx. 3 sec. when flash exposure was correct.

4.1 Sub-modes of the automatic flash mode
Tip: If you are using a zoom lens and do not constantly need the full power and maximum flash range of the mecablitz, you can leave the zoom reflector at the shortest focal length position of the zoom lens. In this manner the entire subject will be uniformly illuminated, thereby eliminating the need to constantly adapt the zoom reflector position to the given focal length. Example: Let us assume that you are using a 28 mm 80 mm zoom lens. In this case you set the zoom reflector to position 28 mm! The subject should be located within about 40 % and 70 % of the distance range indicated on the mecablitz LC display. This gives the electronic system sufficient leeway for compensation. Caution with zoom lenses! Depending on their design, zoom lenses can cause a loss of light in the order of up to one f-stop. Moreover, the effective aperture may vary with the focal length settings. This can be compensated by correcting the aperture value on the flashgun manually or by manual flash exposure correction (see Chapter 14.). Different sub-modes can be set when the mecablitz is in auto flash mode A: Auto-remote with address Ad1 (see Chapter 7.1 Metz cordless auto remote mode) Auto-remote with address Ad2 (see Chapter 7.1 Metz cordless auto remote mode) Setting a sub-mode of the automatic flash mode: Depress the Mode button (Fig. 1) repeatedly until A flashes on the display. Turn the setting disk (Fig. 1) to set the desired sub-mode. Push the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow for storage. The selected sub-mode will be automatically stored after approx. 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. After storage, icon A will stop flashing. 108

5. Manual flash mode

In this mode, the flash unit will emit the full light energy if partial light output has not been set. The mecablitz must be fitted with an SCA adapter or the 301 standard foot. Adaptation to the given photographic situations is by setting the corresponding aperture on the camera and by selecting a partial light output level. The LC display of the mecablitz indicates the flash-to-subject distance for correct flash exposure. It is therefore necessary to ensure that the mecablitz is correctly adjusted. The aperture and ISO film speed set on the camera must be identical to the aperture and ISO film speed setting on the mecablitz! The flash reflectors zoom position must be adapted to the focal length of the lens! Setting procedure for manual flash mode: Setting example: Flash-to-subject distance: 6 m; zoom 50 mm; film speed ISO 100/21. Adjust the camera as indicated in the operating instructions. Equip the flash unit with the SCA 301 standard foot or the SCA adapter and mount on the camera. Switch on the mecablitz with the main switch (Fig. 1). Depress the Mode button (Fig. 1) repeatedly until M flashes on the display. Push the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow for storage. The selected operating mode will be automatically stored after approx. 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. After storage the M icon will stop flashing and remain permanent. The display indicates the light output P 1/1 (= full light output) after storage. A full-power flash is fired when pressing the firing button (Fig. 1) on the mecablitz or the cameras shutter release. Some cameras will not support the mecablitz with an SCA adapter when it is in manual mode (see operating instructions for the given camera and SCA adapter). In this event the mecablitz should be equipped with the SCA 301 standard foot (see also operating instructions for the given camera).

6.2 Bounce flash in automatic and TTL flash mode
Prior to picture taking it is advisable to check whether sufficient light is available for the selected aperture. For this purpose proceed in the manner described in Chapter 10. Correct exposure indication.
6.3 Bounce flash in manual flash mode
The required aperture on the camera in the manual flash mode is best established with a flash meter. If a flash meter is not available, observe the following rule of thumb guide number Camera aperture = flash-to-subject distance x 2 to establish a guide value for the aperture that can then be varied by 1 f-stop for the shot to be taken.

7. Remote mode

General In the remote mode, additional flash units (slaves) are fired under the cordless control of the master flash unit (controller) mounted on the camera. The controller extends TTL automatic exposure control to all slaves. The Metz TTL remote mode enables joint cordless TTL flash control of several flash units of the types 54 MZ-., 34 CS-2, 28 CS-2, 40 MZ-., 50 MZ-5 and 70 MZ-. For this mode all additional 54 MZ-. and 70 MZ-4 flash units (slaves) must be fitted with an SCA 3083 slave adapter (optional extra), and all 40 MZ-. slaves with the SCA 3080 or 3082 slave adapter. The slave flash units can be mounted on the foot supplied with the slave adapter or on a tripod. The slave flash units 34 CS-2, 28 CS-2, 50 MZ-5 Slave and 70 MZ-5 do not require a slave adapter. The LC display of the mecablitz does not indicate the maximum flash range when in remote mode. The secondary reflector of the mecablitz must be switched off! To ensure that two TTL remote systems in neighbouring rooms do not interfere with each other, two different addresses - Ad1 and Ad 2 - can be selected on the controller (master) and the slave unit.
ton in the event that TTL is no longer flashing. Briefly press the setting disk in the direction of arrow for storage. The selected setting will be automatically stored after 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. TTL will then be permanently displayed (without flashing), together with Co and the slave address Ad1 or Ad2. Setting procedure for Metz TTL remote slave operation (Fig. 5): Equip the 54 MZ-., 70 MZ-4 slave flash units with an SCA 3083 slave adapter, and the 40 MZ-. slave flash unit with an SCA 3080 or 3082 slave adapter. 1 Switch on the mecablitz with the main switch (Fig. 1). The mecablitz is automatically set to TTL mode, and SL (slave mode) is indicated on the LC display. The adjusted slave address is Ad1 (or the last selected address). 2 If you wish to change the slave address, press the Mode button (Fig. 1). The TTL mode icon will then flash. 3 Turn the setting disk (Fig. 1) and select Ad2. Push the setting disk in the direction of the arrow for storage. When in remote mode, the power zoom reflector of the mecablitz is automatically adjusted to the 24 mm position in order to achieve the widest possible illumination. This reflector position can be manually changed (see Chapter 12.). When flash readiness is reached, the flash-ready indicator of the slave lights up and the AF measuring beam starts flashing. An additional acousstic signal (bleep) can be activated to indicate flash readiness (see Chapter 12.). This is useful when there is no visual contact with the AF measuring beam or the flash-ready indicator. 4 Press the manual firing button (Fig. 1) of the mecablitz controller mounted on the camera to fire a test flash. The slave will respond with a delayed flash to indicate that it is ready for operation. When several slave units are operated, then all slaves will acknowledge flash readiness simultaneously. If a slave does not respond by firing a delayed flash, then this means that the sensor in the adapter did not receive the light pulse. Turn the sensor in 111

11. AF measuring beam

The AF measuring beam (Fig. 2) can only be activated by autofocus
10. Correct exposure indication
The correct exposure indicator o.k. (Fig. 1) only lights up if the picture was correctly exposed in automatic or TTL flash mode. This gives the user the opportunity to fire a test flash while in automatic flash mode so that the correct aperture can be established beforehand. This is particularly valuable with bounce flash when reflection conditions are difficult to judge. A test flash cannot be fired in TTL mode. The test flash can be triggered with the manual firing button (Fig. 1) provided that this button has not been programmed for Modelling Light (see Chapter 12.). If the o.k. exposure indicator (Fig. 1) remains dark after the test flash was fired, then adjust the next lower f-number, or diminish the distance to the reflecting surface or subject, and repeat the test flash. The f-stop established in this manner must also be set on the camera. To trigger a test flash, hold the camera and flash unit in the same manner as for the actual shot! This facility can also be used with TTL mode without having to produce test exposures. The flash unit is adjusted to automatic mode, and the correct aperture is then determined with a test flash in the previously described manner. The established aperture is transferred to the camera and the flash unit is
cameras that support the AF measuring beam of the flash unit! Some autofocus cameras only support their own built-in AF illuminator (refer to the operating instructions for the given camera). The mecablitz must be fitted with an SCA 3xx2 adapter!
Please note when selecting the cameras autofocus mode that most cameras only support the AF measuring beam in the Single AF or One-Shot AF mode (see operating instructions for the camera)! The AF measuring beam is activated by the camera electronics when the ambient lighting conditions are insufficient for automatic focusing. The AF beam projects a striped pattern on to the subject, and the camera uses this pattern to focus automatically. The AF beam has a range of 9 m (with a 50 mm f/1.7 standard lens). Low-speed zoom lenses can significantly curtail the range of the AF measuring beam. Some autofocus cameras have several AF metering fields in addition to the central AF metering area in the cameras viewfinder. The striped pattern of the AF measuring beam only supports the cameras central AF sensor. Consequently it may be necessary to adjust the central AF sensor manually on the camera (see the operating instructions for the given camera and the SCA adapter).

Changing the zoom position when using an SCA 3xx2 adapter and a datatransmitting camera: The reflectors zoom position can also be changed if the mecablitz is operated with an SCA 3xx2 adapter and a data-transmitting camera: Select the required zoom position as described above. After storage the display will indicate Zoom instead of AutoZoom. The selected zoom position of the reflector flashes on the mecablitz display signalizing that this position has been manually changed. Returning to AutoZoom mode: Turn the setting disk (Fig. 1) until the arrow symbol appears alongside Zoom on the display. Press the setting disk in the direction of the arrow. The arrow symbol will flash. Turn the setting disk until AutoZoom reappears on the display. Press the setting disk (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow to store the setting. The setting is automatically stored after 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. The arrow symbol ceases to flash. The camera on to which the flash unit is mounted must be switched on!

12.10 m-ft changeover

Turn off the mecablitz with its main switch (Fig. 1). Press the button Select (Fig. 1) and simultaneously slide the main switch (Fig. 1) from OFF to On.

13. Wide-angle diffuser

Pull the wide-angle diffuser (Fig. 2) out from underneath the main reflector until the stop point is reached and then release. The main reflector automatically moves to 20 mm zoom position and the wide-angle diffuser automatically folds upwards. The distances and the zoom value are corrected on the LC display.
To insert the wide-angle diffuser (Fig. 2) turn it 90 down, and push in entirely. Modes that operate with measuring pre-flash or high-speed synchronisation (HSS) must not be set when working with wide-angle diffuser or reflector attachments such as colour filters, neutral density filter, Mecabounce, etc.
14. Manual flash exposure correction

adapter is used.

Manual flash exposure correction is only possible if an SCA 3xx2 In the auto mode A, manual flash exposure correction is possible with
an SCA 3xx and SCA 3xx2 adapter.
The automatic exposure system of the mecablitz and most cameras is based on a subject reflection factor of 25 % (average reflection of subjects shot with flash). A dark background that absorbs a great deal of light, or a highly reflective bright background (e.g. when shooting against the light), can result in overexposure or underexposure. To compensate for the aforementioned effect, the exposure can be manually corrected with a correction value adapted to the given photographic situation. This correction value depends on the contrast between subject and background! In the TTL and A mode of the mecablitz, manual flash exposure correction factors of -3 EV to +3 EV (f-stops) can be set in one-third increments. Many cameras have a setting element for exposure corrections which can also be used in the TTL flash mode. Please refer to the explanations in the operating instructions for the given camera and the SCA adapter. Exposure correction by changing the aperture on the lens is not possible in this instance because the cameras automatic exposure system will regard the changed aperture as the normal working aperture. Dark subject in front of a bright background: Positive correction value (approx. 1 to 2 f-stops EV) Bright subject in front of a dark background: Negative correction value (approx. -1 to -2 f-stops EV)

The entering of a correction value may result in a change of the maximum flash range indicated on the LC display of the mecablitz and its adaptation to the correction value (depending upon the camera type and SCA adapter)! Setting manual flash exposure correction: The mecablitz is operating in TTL flash mode or in A flash mode. Turn the setting disk (Fig. 1) until the EV symbol appears on the LC display. The arrow symbol alongside EV indicates that a position has been reached where you can enter a correction value. Press the setting disk in the direction of the arrow. The arrow symbol alongside EV starts to flash. Turn the setting disk to set a suitable correction value. The correction value is shown on the LC display of the mecablitz. Press the setting disk in the direction of the arrow for storage. The selected value is automatically stored after 5 seconds if the setting disk is not pressed. The arrow symbol alongside EV ceases to flash. The set value is displayed on the LC display of the mecablitz. Deactivating manual flash exposure correction: Turn the setting disk (Fig. 1) until the arrow symbol appears alongside EV on the LC display. Press the setting disk. The arrow symbol alongside EV starts to flash. Turn the setting disk until the displayed correction value is extinguished on the display. Press the setting disk in the direction of the arrow to confirm deactivation. If the setting disk is not pressed the function is automatically deleted after 5 seconds. The arrow symbol alongside EV ceases to flash. Manual flash exposure correction is only possible if the camera supports this function! If the camera does not support this function, the correction value can be adjusted on the mecablitz, but cannot become effective!
Transmission of a correction value for flash exposure from the mecablitz to the camera is only possible in TTL mode with an SCA 3xx2 adapter which supports this function. With some cameras, manual flash exposure corrections must be adjusted on the camera (see the operating instructions for the given camera). In this event the mecablitz will not display a correction value. Some cameras permit manual flash exposure corrections to be completed on the camera or on the flash unit. Please refer to the operating instructions for the given camera or the SCA adapter to establish which setting has priority.

15. Maintenance and care

Remove any grime and dust with a soft, dry or silicon-treated cloth. Never use detergents that could damage plastic parts. Forming the flash capacitor The flash capacitor incorporated in the flashgun undergoes a physical change when the flashgun is not switched on for prolonged periods of time. For this reason it is necessary to switch on the flashgun for approx. 10 minutes every 3 months. The battery must supply sufficient power for flash-readiness to be indicated within one minute after the mecablitz was switched on.
Sensor measuring angle: approx. 25 Colour temperature: approx. 5600 K Film speed: ISO 6 to ISO 6400 Synchronisation: low-voltage ignition Approx. number of flashes: 60* with NiCad batteries (600 mAh) 180* with high-capacity alkaline manganese batteries Recycling time: with NiCad batteries (600 mAh) 5 sec. (in M mode)* 0.1. 5 sec. (in A-/TTL mode) with high-capacity alkaline manganese batteries 6 sec. (in M mode)* 0.1. 6 sec. (in A-/TTL mode) *at full light output Swivelling range and locking positions of zoom reflector: Upwards: 90 / -7 Anti-clockwise Clockwise 90 Dimensions approx. in mm (W x H x D): 75 x 125 x 108 Weight: Flash unit without batteries: approx. 480 g Included: Flash unit, bag T54, Standard foot 301*, cover plate*, Operating Instructions, SCA 300/3002 Table * (not with Sets)

16. Technical data

Guide numbers at ISO 100/21, zoom 105 mm: In the metric system: 54 In the imperial system: auto apertures at ISO 100/21: f/1, f/1.4, f/2, f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, f/8, f/11, f/16, f/22, f/32, f/45 Flash durations: Approx. 1/200th to 1/20,000th sec. In M mode approx. 1/200th sec. at full light output At 1/2 light output approx. 1/600th sec. At 1/4 light output approx. 1/1400th sec.
Errors excepted. Subject to changes!

17. Glossary

Correct exposure indication in the cameras viewfinder When in automatic or TTL mode, many cameras indicate correct exposure or underexposure of the film by a corresponding signal in the viewfinder. Automatic flash synch speed control When flash readiness is reached, most system cameras automatically change over to flash synch speed. On some cameras, slower shutter speeds are retained. If flash readiness indication disappears after the flash has been fired, or when the flash unit is switched off, then the camera will automatically return to the previously set shutter speed. Triggering control If the aperture set on the lens and the prevailing lighting conditions require a shutter speed that equals or is faster than the flash synch speed, then a flash will not be fired when the shutter is released on the camera. The shot is then taken with the existing ambient light, thereby avoiding overexposure. Optional 1st or 2nd curtain synchronisation (see Fig. 10 and 11) Two forms of flash synchronisation are available: - The moment when the first shutter curtain opens - The moment just before the second shutter curtain closes The desired synchronisation is pre-selected on the SCA adapter. Second curtain synchronisation is particularly advantageous when using slow shutter speeds and shooting moving objects that have their own source of light. Autofocus measuring beam The AF measuring beam is activated by the camera electronics when the ambient lighting level is no longer sufficient for automatic focusing. The beam projects a striped pattern on to the subject, and the camera uses this pattern to focus automatically. If an SCA 3xx autofocus adapter is used, then only the AF measuring beam integrated in this adapter will be activated.

18. Optional extras

Metz does not accept any liability or grant a guarantee for faulty
functions or damage to the mecablitz caused by the use of accessories from other manufacturers.
SCA 3xx system adapters For flash operation with system cameras; see separate operating instructions. SCA 3xx2 system adapters For flash operation with system cameras with digital data transmission of the SCA functions. Extends the number of functions compared with the SCA 3xx system; see separate operating instructions. 124
Colour Filter set 44-32 (Item No. 00004432A) Consists of 4 colour effect filters, and a clear filter for colour foils. Mecabounce 44-90 (Item No. 000044900) A diffuser for soft illumination. Has a tremendous effect because the pictures are given a soft artistic quality. The complexion is more natural. The maximum flash ranges are reduced by the factor 2 in conformity with the loss of light. Power Pack P50 (Item No. 00012950A) For a high number of flashes and short recycle times (approx. 300 full flashes). Please also order connecting cable V54-50 (Item No. 000054505). Power Pack P40 (Item No. 000129405) A much higher capacity than conventional IEC KR 15/51 NiCad batteries to achieve a higher number of flashes. Please also order connecting cable V54-40 (Item No. 000054400). Bounce diffuser 54-23 (Item No. 000054236) The soft directed light diminishes dense shadows. Bracket 40-36/2 (Item No. 000040363) To attach the flashgun to the side of the camera. Slave-Adapter SCA 3083 (Item No. 000330838) Enables cordless TTL flash control with mecablitz 54 MZ-3 and 70 MZ-4.
19. Troubleshooting hints
(Ca) = Canon System; using the mecablitz with SCA 3102 adapter (Mi) = Minolta System; using the mecablitz with SCA 3302 adapter (Ni) = Nikon System; using the mecablitz with SCA 3402 adapter (P) = Pentax System; using the mecablitz with SCA 3702 adapter Should the LC display indicate meaningless information or should the flashgun not work properly in the individual modes, then proceed as follows: Switch off the flashgun by its main switch. Remove the batteries. Switch on the flashgun for approximately 1 second and then switch it off again. Reload the used or new batteries. Second-curtain synchronisation (REAR mode) cannot be set on the mecablitz. Second-curtain synchronisation (REAR) can only be set on the mecablitz if the latter is fitted with a suitable SCA 3xx2 adapter (see SCA adapter operating onstructions) and is mounted on the switched-on camera. Data exchange between camera and SCA adapter must have taken place at least once (simply tap the camera release lightly without tripping the shutter). The camera must be able to support second-curtain synchronisation (see Camera and SCA adapter operating instructions)! (Ni) The Nikon 3D flash mode has been activated on the mecablitz and the symbol is indicated on the display. The Nikon 3D flash mode cannot be combined with second-curtain synchronisation (REAR mode). Remedy: First deactivate the 3D mode, then switch on REAR.

Flash readiness is not achieved on the mecablitz when in remote flash mode. The secondary reflector of the mecablitz has been switched on; the symbol is indicated on the display. Remedy: Switch off the secondary reflector. Flash readiness indicator on the mecablitz is flashing. The modelling light function has been activated on the mecablitz. Remedy: Deactivate the modelling light function on the mecablitz. The ISO film speed cannot be adjusted on the mecablitz. The mecablitz has been fitted with an SCA 3xx2 adapter and is operated with a camera that transmits the film speed data to the mecablitz. In this case the ISO film speed setting is blocked. The aperture cannot be adjusted on the mecablitz. The mecablitz has been fitted with an SCA 3xx2 adapter and is operated with a camera that transmits the aperture data to the mecablitz. In this case aperture setting is blocked. The LC-display of the mecablitz displays "-" in place of the distance. The reflector of the mecablitz has been swivelled out of its basic position. The distance can only be displayed if the reflector is in its basic position, i.e. it has not been swivelled either horizontally or vertically. The symbol for the secondary reflector on the LC-display of the mecablitz is flashing. The flash readiness symbol on the mecablitz lights up. The secondary reflector has been activated even though the main reflector is in its basic position, i.e. it has not been swivelled out of its basic position. However, the use of a secondary reflector only makes sense if it takes over the fill-in flash function when the main reflector has been swivelled or tilted. The flashing secondary reflector symbol indicates that the secondary reflector must be switched off. The flashing symbol on the display disappears as soon as the secondary reflector is switched off. The symbol appears permanently when the main reflector is swivelled out of its basic position.
The symbol for the secondary reflector on the LCdisplay of the mecablitz is flashing. The flash readiness indicator on the mecablitz does not light up. The mecablitz has been set for remote controller operation. "Co" is indicated on the LC-display. However, remote mode is only supported by the main reflector. The mecablitz does not fire a flash because flash readiness is not indicated. Remedy: Either deactivate the remote controller mode or switch off the secondary reflector. The LC-display of the mecablitz displays "Co" in place of the distance. The mecablitz is in remote controller mode. Distances are never indicated in this mode. Flash exposure correction cannot be selected with the setting disk when the mecablitz is in remote controller mode. Flash exposure correction is never effective when in automatic remote mode. Flash exposure correction can only be activated in TTL remote mode when this is set before the mecablitz is set for controller mode. The correction value is not indicated in remote controller mode, but it does remain effective. The LC display of the mecablitz indicates the remote address (remote channel) "Ad1" or "Ad2" instead of the correction value. (Ni) The Nikon fill-in flash function "Matrix-controlled fill-in flash" or "3D multi-sensor fill-in flash" cannot be set on the mecablitz. The given fill-in flash mode can only be set on the mecablitz if the latter has been fitted with an SCA 3402 adapter and mounted on a switched-on camera that supports the given fill-in flash function. Data exchange between camera and SCA adapter must have taken place at least once (simply tap the camera release lightly without tripping the shutter). "3D multisensor fill-in flash" (Nikon) is not supported in remote mode, when the main reflector is swivelled out of its basic position or when the secondary reflector has been switched on. Consequently, this function cannot be activated under the above conditions.

The given controlled Nikon fill-in flash mode depends on the given camera model. The aperture symbol and stop value flash on the LC display of the mecablitz. The light-controlling range of the mecablitz in automatic flash mode is being exceeded under the given picture-shooting conditions or with the given camera settings. Remedy: Darken the ambient area of the shot; load a less sensitive film; or set a smaller aperture opening on the camera or mecablitz. The AF red-light emitter of the mecablitz is not activated. Possible causes: Ambient light is sufficient for the camera's AF sensor to enable focusing. If necessary the camera will activate its own AF illuminator. An AF mode other than Single-AF (S) has been activated. A decentral AF metering area has been activated on the camera. Remedy: Set the Single-AF or S camera AF operating mode (see the operating instructions for the given camera). Activate the central AF sensor in the camera's viewfinder. Problems with the remote controller mode and flash bracketing. A flash bracketing sequence is not possible in remote controller mode! If flash bracketing has been set and the mecablitz is then set for remote mode, flash bracketing will no longer be displayed, nor is it carried out! Remote controller mode with flash exposure correction. If flash exposure correction is set on the mecablitz, followed by a change to remote controller mode, then the subsequent shots will be exposed with this correction value, but the mecablitz display will not (!) indicate the correction value!
(Ni) No Nikon underexposure display in remote mode. Some Nikon cameras indicate a warning signal (-EV) on the LC display of the mecablitz if a shot is underexposed by flash. The mecablitz does not support this function in remote mode. No REAR mode with HSS high-speed synchronisation. REAR mode (second-curtain synchronisation) cannot be set when HSS high-speed synchronisation has been activated on the mecablitz. Setting HSS high-speed synchronisation when REAR mode is set deactivates the REAR mode! The ISO film speed is not indicated on the display of the mecablitz. The mecablitz is either in remote mode ("Co" or "SL") or in stroboscope mode. The ISO value is never indicated on the LC display of the mecablitz when these operating modes have been set. The Canon and Minolta system cameras do not indicate the ISO value on the LC display! Nikon 3D flashlight pulses cause uncontrolled slave operation. The mecablitz slave is triggered in an uncontrolled manner when the sensor in the SCA 3083 slave adapter receives the light from a flash unit operating in Nikon 3D mode! This can only be remedied by changing from 3D mode to normal TTL flash mode (without 3D). The exposure correction value flashes on the mecablitz display. A flash exposure correction value (EV) is set on the mecablitz, e.g. in TTL flash mode. The correction value flashes on the mecablitz LC-display after it has been stored. Possible cause: The camera system does not allow the setting of a correction value on the mecablitz! If necessary, the required correction value must be set on the camera (see operating instructions for the given camera). The correction value flashing on the mecablitz LC-display does not influence the exposure! 128

NOTE: The flashing correction value as a warning signal is not supported by all camera systems! Flash exposure correction in "A" automatic mode of the mecablitz can be set and executed with most system cameras (Minolta is the exception!). Flash bracketing cannot be set in TTL mode. The "Fb" flash bracketing function cannot be selected in the TTL mode with the "Select" key of the mecablitz. Possible cause: Various cameras and camera systems do not support the mecablitz flash exposure correction setting when in TTL mode. Since flash bracketing operates with exposure correction values, selection of flash bracketing is suppressed right from the outset in the mecablitz menu. However, "Fb" flash bracketing in "A" automatic mode of the mecablitz can be set and executed with most system cameras (Minolta is the exception!). "Fb" flash bracketing is not adjustable on the mecablitz 70 MZ-4! (Pe) No flash readiness is indicated in the camera's viewfinder even though the mecablitz flash ready signal is illuminated. The mecablitz is not triggered when the picture is shot. The mecablitz operates in spot-beam mode; only the AF red-light emitter of the mecablitz is supported. The operating mode selector of the SCA 3702 adapter is in the "SB" position. Remedy: Set the operating mode selector of the SCA 3702 adapter to the extreme left-hand position , i.e. first-curtain synchronisation. (Pe) Correct exposure confirmation is given in the camera's viewfinder (flash ready symbol flashes) even though no picture was shot. This is a warning signal. The position of the zoom reflector is not sufficient to ensure complete illumination of the entire subject. Automatic focal length adaptation (AUTO-ZOOM, CZ) may have been deactivated on the mecablitz, and a reflector focal length has been selected that is longer than the focal length of the lens. Example: Focal length of the lens: 70 mm; focal length of the reflector: 85 mm.
Remedy: Activate automatic focal length adaptation on the mecablitz (AUTO-ZOOM or CZ) or ensure that the reflector focal length is identical with, or shorter than, the focal length of the lens. Example: Focal length of the lens: 70 mm; reflector focal length: 70 mm, 50 mm or shorter! Please refer to the mecablitz operating instructions for setting details! (Pe) The power zoom reflector of the mecablitz automatically assumes the 35 mm position, even though a lens with a different focal length is being used. "Auto-Zoom" is indicated on the mecablitz LC display. A non-AF lens, or a lens that does not transmit focal length data to the camera, is being used. Consequently, the mecablitz automatically assumes the 35 mm reflector position. Remedy: Adjust the reflector position of the mecablitz manually to the focal length of the given lens (see mecablitz operating instructions). The flash ready indicator in the camera's viewfinder may flash with reflector focal lengths that are longer than 35 mm, but this is of no consequence for the subsequent exposure. In this instance please observe the correct exposure confirmation given by the mecablitz! The mecablitz does not fire flashes. The mecablitz has automatically switched itself off. After the mecablitz has been switched on and after automatic switch-off, tap the camera release button lightly without tripping the shutter to permit an adaption of the settings required for the picture shooting situation. The mecablitz was unable to lock into a zoom position and ZE is indicated on the mecablitz LC display. The batteries may be almost exhausted or the power is no longer sufficient to drive the mechanical operations. Switch the mecablitz off and then on again and/or replace the exhausted batteries.

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Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital:

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The all-rounder
The perfect flash with analogue and digital cameras from completely different manufacturers thats the strength of the Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital. By integrating high-precision flash modes, optimally illuminated pictures with brilliant and welldefined colours are achieved. Simply by changing the adapter, interesting flash modes are available depending on the camera type, including Canon E-TTL and E-TTL II, Nikon i-TTL and ADI flash control from Konica/Minolta/Sony. Naturally, the SCA system supports various other connection options to nearly every system camera including the models that meet the four thirds standard. Especially worth mentioning is the secondary reflector of the 54 MZ-4 i digital, as is its easy-handling with a large display, two function keys and a thumb wheel.

made in Germany

Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4 i digital: high light output guide number 54 at ISO 100/21 and 105 mm focal length. Large illumination angle illumination of a focal length range of 20-105 mm (with integrated WA diffuser). The set includes a SCA adapter, currently for Canon, Konica/Minolta/Sony Alpha, Nikon, Olympus and soon also available for Pentax cameras.
Ultra-fast shutter speeds
With the high-speed synchronisation (HSS) of the Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital, flash lighting can be achieved with times that are even shorter than the camera synchronisation times (depending on camera type). Important for brightening shadowy areas of a portrait, while at the same time silhouetting the subject against an out-of-focus background.

Without flash

With flash and HSS
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Metz mecablitz 54MZ-4i digital
SCA system flash unit for analogue and digital cameras
Maximum guide number at ISO 100 / 21 and max. zoom Guide number at ISO 100 / 21 and 50 mm Standard equipment and functions Swivel main reflector with motor-zoom 105 mm (135 format) Swivel reflectorvertical in rotation range horizontal in Integrated wide-angle diffuser for illumination from 20 mm (135 format) Optional secondary reflector for standard flash modes Illuminated LC display, e.g. displays flash mode, range, flash parameters etc. LED display for flash ready/ exposure control Optional acoustic status signal (beep function) Metering function Manual key-lock function) Reset function (resets to factory settings) Optional, energy-saving auto-off -7 / + / System SCA300 / -/ -/ -/ -/

Standard flash modes

Standard TTL flash mode Automatic flash mode with 12 tele-computer apertures Manual flash mode with 25 partial power levels Stroboscopic flash mode Fill-in flash mode Dedicated flash modes and functions Automatic flash synchronisation control Display in viewfinder for flash ready / exposure control Automatic / manual flash range display in viewfinder Automatic / manual aperture adjustment Automatic / manual ISO setting Automatic / manual motor-zoom control Extended zoom mode Picture format adjustment Automatic AF-metering flash control Synchronisation on the 1st or 2nd shutter curtain (REAR) Slow synchronisation (SLOW) High-speed synchronisation (HSS) Flash exposure correction with TTL / automatic Flash exposure series with TTL / automatic Pre-flash function minimising red-eye effect (Nikon, Olympus, Pentax) Off-camera Metz TTL / automatic remote flash mode Controller flash mode in the wireless Metz remote system Slave flash mode in the wireless Metz remote system with slave adapter SCA3083 digital Flash unit wake-up function via camera Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II flash mode Canon FE flash exposure memory for E-TTL / E-TTL II Minolta-Konica, Sony ADI metering / pre-flash TTL Nikon matrix-controlled fill-in flash lighting Nikon 3D multi-sensor fill-in flash lighting Nikon D-TTL- / D-TTL-3D flash mode Nikon i-TTL- / i-TTL-BL flash mode Nikon pre-flash function minimising red-eye effect Nikon FV flash exposure measurement memory for i-TTL / i-TTL-BL Nikon under-exposure display in EV Olympus pre-flash TTL / four-thirds system Standard mount SCA 301 -/-/ -/ -/ -/

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Power supply

Battery operation: alkaline 1.5V / lithium 1.5V Rechargeable battery operation: NiCd 1.2V / NiMH 1.2V Optional external power supply: Power Pack P76 / P40
4 Mignon batteries (AA) / / / Approx. 480 g Approx. 75 x 125 x 108
Weight with power source Dimensions (W x H x D)
Lots of additional flash functions are available when using the mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital with an SCA 3002 or SCA 300 system adapter. Availability depends on the respective camera system (camera manufacturer), the specific camera type and the SCA adapter. More detailed information at www.metz.de or in the relevant SCA adapter user guide.