PROGRAM FLASH MAXXUM FLASH

5600HS (D)

E INSTRUCTION MANUAL

APPENDIX

APPLICATIONS

BASIC OPERATION

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

WARNING

Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use. Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual. Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/) reversed. Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures. Do not attempt to recharge (except for rechargeable batteries), short, or disassemble. Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, or ages. Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short-circuit when disposing of batteries, and follow local regulations for battery disposal. Keep batteries or things that could be swallowed away from young children. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed. Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if. the product is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed. the product emits a strange smell, heat, or smoke. Do not disassemble. Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched. Take your flash to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.

CAUTION

Do not touch the flashtube during operation, it may become hot when the flash fires.

CONTENTS

CAMERAS AND FLASH UNITS..6 NAMES OF PARTS...8 BASIC OPERATION INSTALLING BATTERIES...12 Checking Batteries...13 ATTACHING AND REMOVAL...14 AUTO POWER ON/OFF AND FILM..15 P MODE FLASH: THE BASICS..16 Flash Range...18 EXPOSURE MODES...19 A Mode Flash...19 S Mode Flash...19 M Mode Flash....20 Flash Sync Speed..21 APPLICATIONS ZOOM FLASH COVERAGE...23 TEST-FLASH/MODELING FLASH...26 BOUNCE FLASH...28 CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY (DOWNWARD BOUNCE).31 DATA PANEL ILLUMINATOR...32 AF ILLUMINATOR...33 MODE AND SELECT BUTTONS...34 MANUAL FLASH (M)....36 HIGH-SPEED SYNC (HSS)...38 WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH MODE...40 Types Of Wireless/Remote Flash..41 Wireless Flash Range...42 Notes On Wireless Flash..44 [1] Using The Built-In Flash...46 [2] Using Two Flash Units...48 [3] Using Wireless Remote Flash Controller.52 CONNECTING CAMERA AND FLASH BY CABLE..55 SETTING POWER LEVEL (LEVEL)..58 MULTIPLE FLASH (MULTI)..60 RESET TO THE DEFAULT SETTINGS..64 CUSTOM FUNCTION...65 Wireless channel setting Flash range units (m/ft) Time to auto power off Time to auto power off when using wireless Exposure modes in which manual flash and multiple flash may be set APPENDIX USE IN COMBINATION WITH OTHER PRODUCTS..69 ACCESSORIES...72 CAUTIONS WHILE HANDLING..74 PERFORMANCE...76

Thank you for purchasing the MAXXUM/PROGRAM FLASH 5600HS (D). The MAXXUM/PROGRAM FLASH 5600HS (D) provides the maximum guide number 56, a high-intensity light source, and a wide range of functions in a compact body, and is designed for use with Minolta auto-focus single lens reflex cameras. Please read this manual thoroughly before using this flash. We hope that you will continue to be satisfied by our products.

CAMERAS AND FLASH UNITS

Cameras
This manual covers the PROGRAM/MAXXUM FLASH 5600HS (D) as attached to one of the following cameras. Maxxum 9, 7, 800si, 700si, 600si, 400si, 300si, XTsi, HTsi, STsi, QTsi Dynax 9, 7, 800si, 700si, 600si, 505si, 505siSuper, 500si, 500siSuper, 404si, 303si, 300si When attaching to another Maxxum series camera, a Dynax series camera, a Vectis series camera, or a Dimge series digital camera, read the main section of this manual while referring to Use in Combination with Other Products on page 69. This flash unit is designed and manufactured solely for use with the Minolta Maxxum/Dynax series cameras. It cannot be attached to other Minolta cameras. Performance when used with cameras from other manufacturers cannot be guaranteed. Minolta takes no responsibility for accidents or malfunctions due to use with such cameras. The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced before August 2000. Contact the nearest authorized Minolta Service Facility to obtain information for products released after this date.

Flash Units

For convenience, classify the following as D flash units when using multiple flash units for wireless flash photography, etc. MAXXUM/PROGRAM FLASH 5600HS (D) MAXXUM/PROGRAM FLASH 3600HS (D)
This mark below the flashtube certifies that this product meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for conformit Europenne (European conformity).

NAMES OF PARTS

Flash Unit Diagram
Built-in wide angle adapter (25) Terminal cap Inside terminal Accessory terminal (55) External-power terminal (72)

Control Panel

Select button

button

Flashtube
AF illuminator (33) Mode button Wireless/Remote control-signal receiver (42) Mounting-foot-release button (14) Mounting foot + button Data-panel illuminator (32) Test-flash button (26) / Modelingflash button (26) Flash on/off button (15) Bounce lock-release button (28) Test-flash mode selection (26)/Hold switch (26)

Bounce indicator (28)

Flash-ready lamp (17)
Data panel (10) Battery-chamber door (12) Control panel (9) Zoom (flash-coverage) selection button (24)
Figures in brackets after each item indicate the relevant page.
NAMES OF PARTS Data Panel
Wireless/Remote controller indicator (48) High-speed-sync indicator (38) Wireless/Remote flash indicator (46-54) Flash-ok indicator (17) TTL indicator (36)
Flash-range-warning indicators (18) Flash-range (18)/Multiple-flashfrequency display (60) Hz indicator (60) Flash on/off indicators (16) ft/m indicator (66) Low-battery indicator (13)
The section explains preparations for use of the flash, and the basic details of taking photos.
Automatic flash generates a flash only as necessary. Fill flash generates a flash with each photo.
Manual-flash-control indicator (36) Multiple-flash indicator (60) Custom indicator (65) Ratio-flash indicator (50, 53, 56) Power-level indicator (58)
Bounce indicator (28) TIMES indicator (61) mm indicator (23)
Zoom/Multiple-flashrepetition display (61) Manual-zoom indicator (24)

INSTALLING BATTERIES

BATTERIES
The 5600HS (D) may be powered by : Four AA-size alkaline batteries Four AA-size lithium batteries Four AA-size rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries Always ensure that rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries are charged in the specified charger unit.

Checking Batteries

The low. indicator on the data panel blinks when the batteries are
1. Open the battery-chamber door as shown.
Power is low. The batteries will need to be replaced soon. Flash recycling time may be slow.
Insert new batteries. Flash cannot be used.
Check the orientation of the batteries if nothing appears when the flash on/off button is pressed.
2. Insert the batteries according to the diagram in the battery chamber. 3. Close the battery-chamber door.
The indicators appear on the data panel. Press the flash on/off button if it doesnt appear.

ATTACHING AND REMOVAL

Attaching To The Camera
Push the mounting foot firmly onto the camera until it stops.
The flash is locked in place automatically. If the built-in flash in the camera is protruding, lower it before fitting the flash unit.
AUTO POWER ON/OFF AND FILM

Auto Power On

Power is supplied to this flash automatically (auto power on) in the following situations.
When the camera is used with the flash attached. When the flash on/off button is pressed.

Flash on/off button

Removing From The Camera
While pressing the mounting-foot release button , remove the flash.

Auto Power Off

Power is switched off and data panel indicators disappear automatically to save the batteries when the camera or flash is not used for four minutes (auto power off).
When the flash is switched off (right diagram), the data panel indicator will disappear after eight seconds, or after 60 minutes in the case of wireless flash (p. 40). Custom settings may be used to change the time of auto power off, or to disable auto power off (p. 65).
Do not use high-speed film (rating in excess of ISO 1000) with TTL direct metering ( displayed on the data panel, p. 36). Use of such film increases the exposure error.
The low-speed film limit is the same as that for the films specified for the camera. See the camera manual for details.

PREPARATION

P MODE FLASH: THE BASICS

P MODE FLASH

1. Select the P mode on the camera. 2. Press the flash ON/OFF button to display or. 3. Press the shutter-release button partway down. 4. Press the shutter-release button partway down and check that the subject is within the flash range.
See page 18 for details of the flash range.
5. When the flash is charged, press the shutter-release button to take the photo.
The flash is charged when indicators on the rear of the unit and in the camera viewfinder are both lit.
and appear with automatic flash. Only appears with fill flash.
When the correct exposure has been obtained for the photo just taken:
is displayed in the data panel for approximately four seconds. The indicator blinks in the camera viewfinder.
With the Maxxum/Dynax 7, automatic flash is used with full-auto, and fill flash when the P mode is selected. With the Maxxum/Dynax 9 and 800si, fill flash is used when the P mode is selected (automatic flash may also be selected as a custom setting with the 800si). With other cameras, automatic flash is used when the P mode is selected. Fill flash may be selected in the same way as the built-in flash in the camera.

3. Set the aperture and shutter speed, and focus the subject.
Reduce the aperture (ie increase the f-stop) to reduce the flash range, or open the aperture (ie reduce the f-stop) to increase the flash range. A shutter speed faster than the sync speed cannot be selected with the Maxxum STsi, 400si, and Dynax 500si, 500siSuper, and 404si.

ZOOM FLASH COVERAGE

Auto Zoom
24mm focal length 85mm focal length
The section explains the various methods available to make full use of the flash unit.
Press the shutter-release button partway down to display the automatic zoom coverage on the data panel.
Automatic zoom coverage is set as follows:
Focal length in use 24 - 27mm 28 - 34mm 35 - 49mm 50 - 69mm 70 - 84mm 85mm or more Coverage 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm
[24mm] blinks when a lens having a focal length of less than 24mm is used with auto zoom. Use of the built-in wide-angle adapter (p. 25) is recommended in this case to prevent darkening at the periphery of the image.

ZOOM FLASH

This flash unit employs auto zoom to cover a range of focal lengths from 24mm to 85mm. There is normally no need to manually adjust zoom coverage.
ZOOM FLASH COVERAGE Manual Zoom
Zoom may be set manually irrespective of the focal length currently in use.
Built-In Wide Angle Adapter (17mm zoom angle)
Pull-out the built-in wide-angle adapter for the 17mm zoom angle.

Pull out the adapter.

Press the ZOOM button to display the desired zoom coverage.
[M.ZOOM] is displayed above zoom coverage when zoom is set manually.
The zoom coverage display on the data panel shows [17mm]. The flash range is also displayed. When flat subjects are photographed from the front with very wideangle lenses such as the 17-35mm f/3.5G lens at the wide-angle setting, the distance between the lens and the center and periphery varies so that the amount of light from the periphery is slightly reduced.
The periphery of the image darkens when a zoom coverage less than the focal length currently in use is set.

Zoom coverage is changed in the following order. Auto zoom, 24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm, 85mm
TEST-FLASH/MODELING FLASH
One or more test flashes may be tried before photographing. This is particularly convenient for checking shadows when the flash is separated from the camera such as in wireless flash.
* Modeling flash is used to check shadows on the subject before taking photos.
2. Press the test-flash button (modeling-flash button) when charging is complete.
1. Set the test-flash mode selection/hold switch to the desired mode.
Flash once at the set light level (LEVEL 1/1~1/32).
Use this test-flash mode when a flash meter is used in manual flash mode (p. 36). In multiple flash mode (p. 60), while pressing the test-flash button, the flash fires the number of times you have set.
Flash three times at a rate of two flashes per second (guide number 5.6 at 24mm position).
Used to verify overall shadow.
Flash 4 seconds at a rate of 40 flashes per second (guide number 1.4 at 24mm position).
Convenient for verifying detailed shadow for macro photography.
HOLD The setting prevents mis-operation.
Photographs may be taken, however all flash operations, except use of the test-flash button and data panel illuminator, are locked.

TEST / MODELING

Do not release the shutter while the flash is in use. The strength of shadows will differ from that during actual photography. Shadows will be lighter when using the flash in bright areas or outdoors, or when using bounce flash, and verification will therefore be more difficult.

BOUNCE FLASH

Strong shadows appear when flash is used with a wall directly behind the subject. In such cases the flash is directed at the ceiling etc. so that the subject is illuminated with reflected light, and the intensity of the shadows are reduced to produce a softer light in the photograph.

Bounce flash

Normal flash
The flash may be set to the following angles.
Rotate the flash towards the ceiling or left and right while pressing the bounce lock-release button.
Upwards: 45, 60, 75, 90 Downwards: 10 (see Close-up Photography p. 31) Right: 30, 45, 60, 75, 90 Left: 30, 45, 60, 75, 90, 120, 150, 180
The bounce lock engages at the 0 position. The lock-release button need not to be pressed when the flash is returned to the original position. The flash range is not displayed on the data panel when the flash is rotated upwards or left and right. High-speed sync is also cleared. Use a white ceiling or wall to reflect the flash. A colored surface may color the light. High ceilings or highly reflective surfaces such as glass are not recommended.
The bounce indicator appears on the data panel.
BOUNCE FLASH Adjusting Bounce Angle
An unsightly photo results when both direct light and bounced light from the flash are used simultaneously. Determine the bounce angle in reference to the distance to the reflective surface, the distance from the camera to the subject, and the focal length of the lens etc.

CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY (DOWNWARD BOUNCE)
Tilt the flash slightly downwards when photographing objects between 0.7m and 1.5m from the camera to ensure accurate illumination.
Rotate the flash downwards while pressing the bounce lock-release button.

Correct

Incorrect
The downward bounce indicator appears on the data panel. The rotation angle is 10.
When flash is bounced upwards Determine the angle in relation to the table at right.
Focal length of lens 70mm minimum 28~70mm 28mm maximum

Bounce angle 75, 90

When photographing at a distance closer than 0.7m, the flash will not be able to completely cover the subject and the bottom of the picture will be darker. Use an off-camera or macro flash.
Bouncing to Left and Right Rotating the flash by 90 to bounce light sideways is recommended. If an angle of less than 90 is used, care should be taken to ensure that direct light from the flash does not illuminate the subject.

DATA PANEL ILLUMINATOR

Illuminates the data panel at low-light levels.

AF ILLUMINATOR

In low-light or when subject contrast is low, pressing the shutter-release button partway down for autofocus lights the red lamp on the front of the flash unit. This is the AF illuminator used as an aid in autofocusing.
Press the data panel illuminator.
The data panel is illuminated for approximately eight seconds. This period is extended if the flash is used during this time. To extinguish the data panel illuminator, press the button again while the data panel is illuminated.

ILLUMINATORS

The AF illuminator is suitable for use with local focus areas on all cameras having wide focus areas. The AF illuminator operates even when the flash is off. The camera AF illuminator does not operate while the flash AF illuminator is operating. The AF illuminator does not operate when continuous AF is used in the focusing mode (when continually focusing on a moving subject). The AF illuminator may not operate when the focal length of the lens is greater than 300mm. It will not operate when the flash is off-camera, or when the AF macro-zoom 3X-1X lens is used.

MANUAL FLASH

Manual flash metering
When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the distance where the proper exposure will be obtained will appear in the data panel.

HIGH-SPEED SYNC (HSS)

3. Press the + or button to select.

High-speed sync

[HSS] remains on the data panel. High-speed sync is cleared when is selected with the procedure described above, and a shutter speed faster than the sync speed can no longer be set. It is recommended that photos be taken in bright locations. When photographing in dark areas the shutter speed will not exceed the sync speed, even when is selected. The flash range with high-speed sync is less than for normal flash photography. Check that the subject is within the displayed flash range before taking the photo. High-speed sync cannot be used with multiple flash, ratio flash, or bounce flash in the upwards, left, and right directions. When using a flash meter or color meter, high-speed sync cannot be used because it interferes with the proper exposure. Either select to clear it, or select a shutter speed less than the sync speed.
The Maxxum STsi, QTsi, 400si, 300si and Dynax 500si, 500siSuper, 404si, 303si, 300si do not support this function, and high-speed sync therefore cannot be used.
1. Press the mode button to display or on the data panel. 2. Press the select button to blink [HSS].
The currently selected high-speed sync setting ( / ) also blinks simultaneously.

HIGH-SPEED SYNC

High-speed sync eliminates the restrictions of flash sync speed, and allows you to use flash over the entire shutter speed range of the camera. The selectable aperture range is increased, allowing portrait shots with flash in which the aperture is opened to leave backgrounds out of focus and thus accentuate the human subject.
4. Press the select button repeatedly until blinking stops.
WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH MODE
Photographs taken with the flash attached to the camera are flat as shown in photo. In such cases, remove the flash from the camera and position it to obtain a more threedimensional effect as shown in photo. Photo was taken using the cameras built-in flash and the flash located separately from the camera, with a light intensity of 1:2 respectively to produce a soft gradation between light and dark, and natural shadows. When taking this type of photograph with a single lens reflex camera, the camera and the flash unit are most commonly connected by cable. This flash eliminates the need for a cable to transmit signals to the flash unit by using the light of the flash itself as a signal. This type of flash control is referred to as wireless (remote) flash. The proper exposure is determined automatically by the camera.

WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH MODE Notes On Wireless Flash
The MS-2 mini-stand is useful when the flash unit is off the camera. The mini-stand has a tripod configuration with a threaded hole to attach the flash unit. Multiple flash cannot be used. When another wireless flash is being used nearby, the channel can be changed using custom settings, to prevent interference (p. 65). Make sure that RATIO is not displayed on the data panel of the offcamera flash except using with the Wireless Remote Flash Controller. If ratio is selected with the off-camera flash, proper exposure will not be obtained.

Attach

Remove
Pre-flash fires when wireless/remote flash mode is selected. A flash meter and color meter cannot be used. Test flash for the wireless/remote flash is in the currently selected test flash mode. Three flashes occur with and flashes continue for four seconds with. One flash occurs at the HOLD position. Shutter speed is 1/60 or 1/45 of a second or less (this differs between cameras). Use with high-speed sync is possible only with the Maxxum/Dynax 7 in normal wireless mode (not ratio). The zoom position for the 5600HS (D) is automatically set to 24mm. Zoom position other than 24mm is not recommended. In wireless/remote flash mode, ADI metering and pre-flash metering will be canceled and TTL flash metering will be used automatically. When slow sync is used with wireless flash, press the AE lock button to generate a test flash and take the photo while holding down the AE lock button.
WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH MODE [1]-1 Using The Built-In Flash
1. Attach the 5600HS (D) to the camera and switch the flash and camera power supplies on. 2. Set the camera to wireless flash.
The method used for the setting varies with the camera. See the camera manual for details. When the camera is set to wireless the 5600HS (D) is also set to wireless automatically, and WL is displayed on the data panel.
6. Use test flash to check the 5600HS (D) flash.
The method used for test flash differs with the camera used (eg. press the AE lock button, or spot AE lock button). See the camera manual for details. If the test flash doesnt fire, change the position of the camera, flash, and subject, or point the wireless/remote control-signal receiver towards the camera.

CUSTOM FUNCTION

The various flash settings may be changed as necessary. The following five items may be changed. Wireless channel setting (channels 1~4) Flash range units (m/ft) Time to auto power off (4 minutes, 15 minutes, 60 minutes, none) Time to auto power off when using wireless (60 minutes, none) Exposure modes in which manual flash and multiple flash may be set (M mode only, all modes)
Flash on/off Flash coverage (zoom) Flash mode (TTL/M/MULTI) High speed sync (HSS) Wireless/remote flash (WL) Ratio control (RATIO) Power level in TTL/M Power level in multiple flash Frequency in multiple flash (Hz)
On (Auto on or on) Auto zoom (85mm) TTL On Off Off 1/1 1/32 5
The first item (wireless channel setting) is displayed.
2. Press the select button to select the item, and press the + or button to select the desired setting.
Each time the select button is pressed, the next of the five items appears on the data panel (see following page).
Repetition in multiple flash (TIMES) 10

Settings

1. Press the select button for 3 seconds.
Select with the + button or button
3. Press the mode button.
The data panel returns to the original display. When the setting other than the default setting is selected in custom 3, 4 or 5, remains on the data display.

Channel 4

1. Wireless channel setting

Channel 1

Channel 2

Channel 3

2. Flash range units (m/ft)
Select with the select button
3. Time to auto power off

4 minutes

15 minutes

60 minutes

4. Time to auto power off when using wireless
After changing the wireless flash channel (see 1. Wireless channel setting), fit the flash to the camera, and press the shutter-release button partway down to transmit the flash channel information to the camera. When All modes is selected (see 5. Exposure modes in which manual flash and multiple flash may be set) manual flash and multiple flash photography may be used in all exposure modes. The setting is provided for the sake of convenience, however the proper exposure may not be obtained with photography in other than the M mode, and it is therefore recommended that the M mode be used. The selected settings are maintained even when the flash unit is switched off, or the battery is removed.
5. Exposure modes in which manual flash and multiple flash may be set

M mode only

All modes
USE IN COMBINATION WITH OTHER PRODUCTS
Read this manual in combination with the relevant manual when any of the following products are used in combination with the 5600HS (D).
Using xi Series Single Lens Reflex Cameras
(Maxxum/Dynax 9xi, 7xi, 5xi, 3xi, SPxi, 2xi)
Flash is automatic in the P mode with the 9xi, 7xi, 5xi and 3xi. Fill flash may also be selected. See the camera manual for details. Flash is automatic in the P mode with the SPxi and 2xi. Fill flash cannot be selected. The shutter speed is set automatically in the S mode with the 7xi, 5xi, 3xi, SPxi, and 2xi. High-speed sync cannot be used. As the 9xi has no built-in flash, only [2] and [3] on page 41 and 42 may be used for wireless flash. Use the AE lock button for test flash. Wireless photography with the 7xi, 5xi, and 3xi is possible only with [1] on page 41 (Using The Built-In Flash). See the camera manual for details of taking photographs. Test flash for the wireless flash cannot be used while Eye-start is in use. Select Channel 1 when using wireless flash with the 3xi. Wireless flash cannot be used with the SPxi and 2xi.
Using i Series Single Lens Reflex Cameras
(Maxxum/Dynax 8000i, 7000i, 5000i, 3000i)
Flash is automatic in the P mode. Fill flash may also be selected with the 8000i. See the camera manual for details. Flash is automatic in the S mode, and the shutter speed is set automatically. High-speed sync and wireless flash cannot be used. As the proper exposure may not be obtained with the 5000i and 3000i, off-camera ratio flash control cannot be used.

COMBINATION

Using Early AF Series Single Lens Reflex Cameras
(Maxxum/Minolta 9000, 7000, 5000)
The optional flash shoe adapter FS-1200 is necessary. See the FS1200 manual for details.
Using Minolta Digital Cameras
(Dimge RD3000, Digital camera RD-175)
Flash is automatic in the P mode. Fill flash is used when a photo is taken while the manual fill-flash button on the camera is pressed. The shutter speed is set automatically in the S mode. High-speed sync cannot be used. As the RD3000 has no built-in flash, only [2] and [3] on page 41 and 42 may be used for wireless flash. Use the spot button for test flash. Wireless photography with the RD-175 is possible only with [1] on page 41 (Using The Built-In Flash). See the camera manual for details of taking photographs.
Using APS Single Lens Reflex Cameras

(Vectis S-1, S-100)

Flash is automatic in the P mode. Fill flash may be selected with the flash-mode button on the camera. The shutter speed is set automatically in the S mode. High-speed sync cannot be used. Wireless photography is possible only with [1] on page 41 (Using The Built-In Flash). See the camera manual for details of taking photographs. As the S-100 is not equipped with an auto lock accessory shoe, the flash unit cannot be attached to the camera. Use with wireless flash. Ratio-flash control cannot be used. Set to Channel 1. APS film (new system) differs in size from 35mm film, so that the flash coverage differs at the same focal length. This flash unit is designed for a flash coverage of 24mm with a focal length for 35mm film, so that when used with APS film focal length flash coverage is 19mm. For example, when the V Zoom 22-80mm f/4-5.6 lens is used the full flash coverage is available.

ACCESSORIES

Off-Camera Accessories
The following off-camera accessories are available. Off-camera cable Off-camera shoe Extension cable Cable CD Triple connector TC-1000 The off-camera cable allows the flash to be used from any position. Use of the extension cable allows of the distance from the camera to be further extended. Use of the cable CD and triple connector TC-1000 allows photography with multiple flash units.
With the 5600HS (D), the off-camera cable may be connected directly to the flash accessory terminal without the need to use the off-camera shoe. Use the off-camera shoe when the flash is used on a tripod.

Bounce Reflector V Set

This reflector is attached to the 5600HS (D) flash for simple bounce illumination photography outdoors, and indoors where no reflective surfaces are available. The unit folds easily for convenient carrying.
The flash range is not displayed on the data panel. High-speed sync is also cleared. If you already have Bounce Reflector Sets III or IV, it is only necessary to purchase the adapter. The reflector part is the same.
Use Of Other Accessories With The 5600HS (D)
The control grip CG-1000 does not allow correct control, and therefore cannot be used with the 5600HS (D).
External Battery Pack EP-2 Set
The external battery pack contains six AA-size alkaline batteries. It reduces charging time by half, and doubles the number of flashes possible.

CAUTIONS WHILE HANDLING

During Photography
This flash unit generates strong light, and should therefore not be used in front of the eyes.

Temperature

The flash unit may be used over a temperature range of 20C to 50C. Do not leave the flash unit exposed extremely high temperatures (eg. direct sunlight inside motor vehicles), or in conditions of high humidity. The response of the data panel becomes slower as temperature decreases, and it becomes darker at high temperatures. Restore it to normal temperature if these problems occur. To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when bringing it from cold environment to a warm environment. Allow it to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag. Battery capacity decreases at colder temperatures. Keep your camera and spare batteries in a warm inside pocket when shooting in cold weather. may blink even when there is some power left in the batteries in cold weather. Batteries will regain some of their capacity when warmed to normal operating temperature. This flash unit is not waterproof. Care is therefore required to ensure that it does not come into contact with water or sand when used near water. Contact with water, sand, dust, or salt content may result in a malfunction.

Flash control

Size Weight

Frequency (sec)

Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
Repetition (times) 90 - 3200
Repetition is the approximate number of times that are achieved before a new battery is completely flat.
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New Konica Minolta 5.0-Megapixel Digital Camera: The DiMAGE Z5
Product Highlights 12x optical Mega Zoom and 4x digital zoom for 48x total zoom; complemented with CCDshift Anti-Shake System Fastest-in-class*1 Rapid AF with Predictive Focus Control High-quality pictures with 5.0-megapixel CCD, Konica Minolta GT APO lens, and Konica Minolta CxProcess III image processing technology High-resolution, shake-free VGA movies that look as good as TV images Ease of operation with large 2.0-inch LCD, compact body, and fast response Super Macro mode for shooting subjects as close as 0.4 inches from the lens 26mm wide-angle shooting (35mm equivalent) with the optional Wide-angle Converter ZCW300
Features Incredible 48x Total Zoom Range Combining the 12x optical zoom with the 4x digital zoom gives users a 48x total zoom, ideal for taking distance shots at sporting events or when capturing far-away landscapes. This incredible optical zoom delivers a focal range equivalent to a 35-420mm range on a 35mm camera lens. With the digital zoom, total zoom is equivalent to 35-1680mm (35mm equivalent). CCD-Shift Anti-Shake Function The DiMAGE Z5 uses Konica-Minoltas proprietary CCD-shift Anti-Shake function, convenient for telephoto shots and dimly lit situations. Anti-Shake compensates to minimize the effect of camera shake, allowing photographers to shoot with shutter speeds four to eight times longer (2-3 stops) than on cameras without an Anti-Shake function. The DiMAGE Z5 can correct shaking without increasing shutter speed or raising ISO sensitivity, factors that increase image noise. The CCD-shift method doesnt require extra correction lenses like optical anti-shake systems, so the DiMAGE Z5s body remains compact and light. The DiMAGE Z5s Anti-Shake system is effective in correcting both the fine movement of pressing the shutter-release button and the larger and slower movements of the users body. Rapid AF is Fastest in Class*1 for Autofocus (AF) The DiMAGE Z5 focuses in approximately 0.2 seconds at wide angle and approximately 0.3 seconds at telephoto. In Continuous AF, the DiMAGE Z5 includes Predictive Focus Control, which allows users to capture sharper images of moving subjectslike a child running in the backyard. The DiMAGE Z5 also offers improved AF accuracy through 5-point Area AF, which gives five focus areas that overlap horizontally and thus reduce AF failures that occur when subjects appear in between focus areas and cause a perspective conflict. Large, Easy-to-View 2.0-inch LCD The DiMAGE Z5s 2.0-inch LCD makes it easier to take pictures, easier to play back and view stills and movie clips, and easier to navigate menus.
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5.0-Megapixel CCD for Beautiful Prints The 5.0-megapixel, 1/2.5-inch CCD produces plenty of detail for creating high-quality enlargements as big as 6x8 inches at 300-dpi print resolution. In addition, the CCD's primary color filter offers high color fidelity. Konica Minolta GT APO Lens The DiMAGE Z5 employs a high-performance lens system that supports CCDs with 5 million effective pixels. The optical lens system consists of 13 elements in 10 groups and includes two AD (anomalous dispersion) glass lenses and two aspheric elements, a construction that adds up to sharp, high-quality images. Multi-coating on 14 lens surfaces ensures minimal flaring and ghosting in all zoom ranges. A 5-vane iris diaphragm beautifully reproduces a near-circular fading effect. Superbly Detailed Images with Konica Minoltas CxProcess III The DiMAGE Z5 incorporates CxProcess III, the latest evolution of Konica Minoltas proprietary image processing technology. This means even higher resolution and the ability to capture the subtlest details of texture, resulting in photos that look as natural as the subject itself. High-quality Movies as Beautiful as TV Images The DiMAGE Z5 takes movies in VGA size (640x480) at 30 frames per second for smooth video with sound rivaling TV images. Users can also choose from other movie image sizes. The AntiShake function also works with the movie function to give shake-free telephoto movies. The XR (Extended Recording) Movie function lets users record movie clips onto the SD memory card as long as it has the capacity. With Night Movie, the DiMAGE Z5 can record in extreme low-light conditions. The Select Shot function allows users to make stills from movie clips, while the Movie Editing function allows photographers to cut unwanted parts from movie files. Get as Close as 0.4 inches with Super Macro Shoot amazing close-ups in either Macro or Super Macro modes. Whichever mode is chosen, Konica Minoltas superior image quality will make close-ups look stunning and powerful. In Super Macro mode, photographers can bring the lens as close as 0.4 inches from their subject. Real Motion LCD Monitor The DiMAGE Z5 features the Real Motion LCD monitor, which delivers crystal clear images. The smooth, realistic movement displayed on the monitor makes it ideal for shooting moving subjects. UHS (Ultra High Speed) Continuous Shooting The DiMAGE Z5 captures 20 images at approximately 10 frames per second at an image size of 1024x768 in UHS (Ultra High Speed) continuous shooting. This function is convenient for situations where users need to capture and study their form in continuous movement, such as with a golf swing. Progressive Capture With the DiMAGE Z5 in Progressive Capture mode, the last several images in the sequenceas many as 20 images at approximately 10 frames per second at an image size of 1024x768 get saved when users stop pressing the shutter-release button. So when photographing fast-moving subjects, Progressive Capture ensures that they are recorded when and where users want them. These functions are handy for shooting sporting events or for recording and improving form in personal sports training situations.

Noise Reduction Noise Reduction gives exceptional night images by automatically preventing the blemishes and graininess associated with slow-shutter shots. PASM Exposure Control and Metering Modes The DiMAGE Z5 offers incredible control over exposure. There are four modes: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual. The DiMAGE Z5 has three metering modes: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, and Spot. Multi-segment metering uses 256 segments to determine exposure. Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection automatically chooses the best recording mode for images. Users can also manually select from Portrait, Sports action, Landscape, Sunset and Night portrait modes. Key Customize For added flexibility and convenience, the flash button can be customized to handle different settings. This means that instead of going through the menus on the LCD, users can use the flash button to change settings like the drive mode, white balance, focus mode, color mode, or sensitivity. PictBridge*3-Compliant Forget all about complicated connections with a PC. Users can get fast, fun printouts directly from their camera by connecting the DiMAGE Z5 to a PictBridge*3-compliant printer. Photographers can check which images they want to print on the DiMAGE Z5s LCD monitor and then print out their favorites. Ergonomic Design The DiMAGE Z5s design is advanced yet familiar and easy-to-use. Despite its long 12x zoom range and large 2.0-inch LCD, it weighs just approximately 12 ounces. Its also easy to tote and operate even for camera novices. The ergonomic form makes it easy to keep on holding even for those steady zoom shots. Optional Wide ConverterWide-angle Converter ZCW-300 Kit The optional Wide-angle Converter Kit allows users to fit more of the scene into each shot. The lens has a 26mm wide angle thats ideal for capturing indoor or outdoor architecture and panoramic landscape shots. Compatible with Optional Flashes The DiMAGE Z5 is equipped with a built-in flash. But if users need even more flash power, the Konica Minolta Program/Maxxum Flash 3600HS(D), 5600HS(D), or 2500(D) flash units can be used.
*1 As of November 20, 2004, for 5.0-megapixel-class digital cameras with built-in lens system and 10X or greater zoom. Based on Konica Minoltas standard test method. *2 Depends on the shooting conditions. *3 PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA).