WARNINGS for Lithium Batteries
1 Never heat or throw batteries into a fire, as this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 2 Do not short-circuit or disassemble the batteries because this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 3 Do not install batteries in the reverse direction as this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 4 Do not carry or store batteries along with metallic materials such as necklaces and hair pins because such materials could cause the batteries to short-circuit, leading to battery leakage, heat generation or an explosion. In addition, specially when carrying a quantity of batteries, place them carefully in a storage case that prevents the battery terminals from touching another batterys terminals because if they touch in reverse order it could also cause the batteries to short-circuit, leading to battery leakage, heat generation or an explosion. 5 If corrosive liquids seep from the batteries and get in your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with running water and consult with a doctor. Your eyes could be seriously damaged if they are not treated quickly.
6 If corrosive liquids seep from the batteries and come in contact with your skin or clothes, wash immediately with running water. Prolonged contact could injure your skin. 7 Always follow the warnings and instructions printed on the batteries to avoid activities that could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or catch on fire. 8 Be sure to use only batteries specified in this instruction manual, to avoid the possibility of batteries leaking corrosive liquids, generating heat or exploding. 9 Never open the casing surrounding batteries or use batteries whose casing has been breached as such batteries could leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 10 Keep batteries out of the reach of children to help avoid the possibility of them being swallowed. If a battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately consult with a doctor. 11 Batteries should not be submerged in water, exposed to rain, moisture or saltwater unless they are properly protected from the wet environment. If water or moisture gets inside the batteries, this could cause them to leak corrosive liquids or generate heat. 12 Do not use any battery that appears abnormal in any way, including a change in color or shape. Such batteries could leak corrosive liquids or generate heat. 13 When recycling or disposing of batteries, be sure to insulate their terminals with tape. If the batterys positive and negative terminals shortcircuit after coming into contact with metallic objects, it could cause fire, heat generation or an explosion. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local government regulations. 14 Non-rechargeable batteries should never be charged in a battery charger because they could leak corrosive liquids or generate heat. 15 Remove dead batteries from your equipment immediately, as they could leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.

Display in M (manual) mode 8 Flash Output Level (Group B) Visually indicates the group Bs flash output level in the TTL mode. 9 Flash Output Level Ratio (Groups A : B) Indicates the flash output level ratio between groups A and B in the TTL mode. 0 Channel Represents the communication channel number through which the SU-800 and SB-R200 exchange data. ! Flash Output Level Compensation (Groups A, B) Represents flash output level compensation for groups A and B in the TTL mode. @ CLS-compatible camera The SU-800 is connected to cameras compatible with CLS. # Manual Flash The flash always fires at a specified output in combination with the aperture and light output level (guide number). $ Manual Flash Output Level Represents flash output level for each group in Manual flash mode.
Icons in Commander flash operation
4 Channel Represents the communication channel number through which the Commander and Speedlight exchange data. 5 CLS-compatible camera The SU-800 is connected to cameras compatible with CLS. 6 AF-Assist Illuminator activated The AF-Assist Illuminator comes on. NO AF-ILL appears when the AF-Assist Illuminator is canceled (p. 91). 7 Group Represents the group names and flash mode in each group. 8 Flash Output Level Compensation Value Flash output level compensation value. 9 Manual Flash Output Level Represents flash output level for each group in Manual flash mode.
1 Wireless Flash A control signal is sent from the SU-800 to the remote flash units such as the SB-R200. 2 Commander Mode Commander function is activated. 3 Low Battery-power Replace the battery.
Icons in close-up flash operation (using cords)
Display in TTL BL mode 1 Close-up Mode Close-up function is activated. 2 Monitor Preflashes Just before the flash fires, the Speedlight fires a series of imperceptible preflashes. 3 TTL Mode Measuring the flash illumination reflected back from the subject, the camera automatically controls the flash output level to give the correct exposure.
Display in M (manual) mode 4 Balanced Fill-Flash The flash output level is automatically controlled for a well-balanced exposure of the main subject and background. 5 Low Battery-power Replace the battery. 6 Flash firing (Group A) Flash unit(s) in Group A fires in the TTL mode. 7 Flash firing (Group B) Flash unit(s) in Group B fires in the TTL mode.
8 Using Cords The SU-800 is connected to the SB-R200 using cords when mounted on cameras not compatible with CLS. This indicator blinks if the SB-R200 is not correctly connected. 9 Flash Output Level Compensation Value (Groups A, B) Indicates the flash output level compensation for groups A and B in the TTL mode. 0 Manual Mode The flash always fires at a specified output in combination with the aperture and light output level (guide number).

WIRELESS REMOTE SPEEDLIGHT SB-R200
Wireless multiple flash operation in the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
When the SU-800 is used with Nikon CLS-compatible cameras, the remote flash units can be divided into a maximum of 3 groups, and the flash output level can be separately set for each group of Master/Commander and remote flash unit(s), providing wireless multiple flash operation (Advanced Wireless Lighting).
Master flash unit and remote flash unit(s)
In this instruction manual, the Commander SU-800 and Speedlight mounted on the camera, a built-in flash or the one directly connected to the camera via a TTL Cord is called the Master/Commander flash unit. All other flash units are called remote flash units.
Details of Advanced Wireless Lighting
Group B (remote flash units)
Group A (remote flash units)
Group C (remote flash units)
Master/Commander flash unit Remote flash units can be divided into a maximum of three groups (A, B and C). One or more remote flash units can be set to one group. Flash mode and flash output-level compensation values can be set independently on the Master/Commander flash unit and for three other groups of remote flash units. Select one of the four available channels through which the Master/Commander flash unit and three other groups exchange data. If a photographer performs the same Advanced Wireless Lighting near you, your remote flash unit(s) might accidentally fire in sync with that photographers master flash unit. If this happens, select a different channel number.

Flash operation

using the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1
(Used with Nikon CLS-compatible cameras) This section describes the necessary procedures for wireless close-up and Commander flash operations with a CLScompatible camera when using the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1.
For details on close-up flash operation, see page 65. For details on Commander flash operation, see page 79.
Procedures for close-up flash operation
1 Installing batteries in the SU-800. 2 Attaching the SU-800 to the camera. 3 Installing batteries in the SB-R200. 4 Attaching the SB-R200 to the front of the lens. 5 Turning on the camera, the SU-800 and SB-R200. 6 Setting the flash mode on the SU-800. 7 Setting a channel number on the SU-800 and SB-R200. 8 Setting a group on the SB-R200. 9 Compose a picture and shoot with flash.
Procedures for Commander flash operation

Attaching the SB-R200 to the front of the lens
The SB-R200 can be attached to the front of the lens through the Attachment Ring SX-1 (p. 31).
Ensure that the red ready-lights on the SU-800 and SB-R200 come on. Flash operation using the R1C1
Set the remote flash units flash mode on the SU-800.
A B ON/OFF SEL READY LOCK
Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button to display the flash mode (blinking) of each group, then press [MODE] button to set the flash mode to TTL.
Setting a channel number and a group on the SU-800 and SB-R200.
Set a channel number and a group on the SU-800 and SB-R200 in the same way as No. 7 and 8 in Procedures for close-up flash operation. (pp. 35, 36)
Ensure that the red ready-lights on the SU-800 and SB-R200 are on, then release the shutter.
In TTL mode, when the SB-R200 flash has fired at its maximum output and underexposure may have occurred, the red readylight on the SB-R200 will blink for approx. 3 sec. (The readylights on the SU-800 and in the cameras viewfinder do not blink.) To compensate, move closer to the subject, set a higher ISO sensitivity or use a wider aperture and reshoot.
using the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1
(Used with Nikon CLS-compatible cameras)
This section describes the necessary procedures for wireless close-up flash operation with CLS-compatible cameras that feature a Commander function and the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1.
For details on close-up flash operation, see page 65.
1 Installing batteries in the SB-R200. 2 Attaching the SB-R200 to the front of the lens. 3 Turning on the camera and SB-R200. 4 Setting the Commander function on the camera. 5 Setting a channel number and group on the SB-R200. 6 Compose a picture and shoot with flash.
When battery power is weak, the SB-R200s green ready-light blinks when the power is turned on or after the flash has fired.
Flash operation using the R1
Slide the SB-R200s Mounting Foot into the SX-1s Mounting Groove as shown, then slide the lock switch.
Move the SB-R200 slowly by holding down the Release Buttons on the SB-R200s Mounting Foot until it comes to the desired position. Release the Release Buttons to secure.

TTL is preset when shipped from the factory. The same flash mode is set for both Groups A and B.
Setting the SB-R200 to fire or cancel. Press the [A B] select button to set flash firing/ canceled for group A or B.
The flash-canceled group name disappears. In dual-light close-up flash operation, you cannot cancel flash firing for Groups A and B. Once set to flash canceled mode, flash output-level ratio in TTL mode becomes invalid, while the flash output level compensation values are retained. Even if the flash mode is set to flash canceled, flash output level compensation values in the M (manual) mode are retained.
Setting the SB-R200s flash output level ratio between groups A and B (in TTL mode). Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button to display flash output level ratio (blinking), then press the [] or [] button to increase or decrease the ratio. Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button once again and the flash output level ratio stops blinking. The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically.
The flash output level ratio can be set from 8:1 to 1:8. As the ratio changes, the flash output level indicator bar varies. Continuously pressing the [] or [] button quickly increases or decreases the ratio. The flash output level ratio blinks during adjustment and stops after blinking six times unless an adjustment is made. The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically.
The same flash output level compensation value is set for both Groups A and B. The flash output level compensation values can be set in 1/3 step increments or decrements from +3.0 to -3.0 EV. The values are displayed in decimal format, like 0.3 for 1/3, and 0.7 for 2/3. Continuously pressing the [] or [] button quickly increases or decreases the value. The flash output level blinks during adjustment and stops after blinking six times unless an adjustment is made. The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically.
Setting the SB-R200s flash output level compensation value (in TTL mode). Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button to display the flash output level compensation value (blinking). Press the [] or [] button to increase or decrease the compensation value. Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button once again and the flash output level stops blinking. The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically.

SU-800 SB-R200 Group C

SB-800 Group A
Triple-light flash operation Three flash units positioned at different locations are used in order to represent the color and textures of the overall table setting. The SB-800 is used as a main flash unit to provide strong illumination on the table from the upper left. SB-R200 units on both the right and left sides eliminate the shadows. In this way, a much more vivid rendition of food and dishes on the periphery of the table is created.

SB-R200 Group B

Camera: D70 Lens: AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Group A: SB-800 (TTL) Group B: SB-R200 (TTL) Group C: SB-R200 (M) D-2 example in Close-up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken using a single built-in flash. Flash setup

SB-R200 Group C

Example D

SB-R200 Group B SU-800

Triple-light flash operation Two SB-R200 units on the right and left are used directly from the top to clearly represent the color and contours of dishes on a plate. In addition, another SB-R200 is used from the rear left with reduced flash output to render a steaming dish of hot food against a dark background.

SB-R200 Group A

Camera: D70 Lens: AF Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8D Group A: SB-R200 (TTL) Group B: SB-R200 (TTL) Group C: SB-R200 (M)
Single-light flash operation (off-camera flash) With a single off-camera flash unit used behind the subject, distinct, intentional shadows appear, emphasizing the subjects sturdiness. Usually, with an on-camera flash, a sense of flatness is unavoidable. However, in this situation, the position of the SB-R200 can be rearranged with ease, providing a variety of lighting and shadow effects.
Camera: D70 Lens: AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Group A: SB-R200 (TTL) F-2 example in Close-up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken under the same conditions as with F-1. F-3 was taken using a single built-in flash. Flash setup

Example G

Group A SB-R200 SU-800

Group C SB-R200

Details on Commander flash operation and shooting procedures
Triple-light flash operation To create a more natural looking picture of flowers in terms of colors and textures, one SB-R200 from the top is used as a main flash unit in addition to lighting setups from the front and rear. Two SB-R200 attached to the front of the lens eliminate harsh shadows. Another SB-R200 bounced from the rear emphasizes the subject contours and brightens the backgrounds.

This section gives detailed information on each function of the SU-800 and SB-R200. Be sure to refer to your camera instruction manual for specific information on camera settings and functions.
1 Test firing to confirm exposure 2 Checking illumination before taking pictures (Modeling Illumination) 3 Using the Target Light (Focus-Assist Illuminator) 4 Autofocus flash operation in low light 5 Flash output level compensation 6 Repeating (RPT) flash operation 7 Auto FP High-Speed Sync 8 Flash Value Lock (FV Lock)
1 Test firing to confirm exposure
MODE NO AF-ILL A B ON/OFF SEL READY LOCK
In dual-light close-up flash operation
When the [Test] button on the SU-800 is pressed, the SB-R200 in Group A fires in one second, followed by the flash unit in Group B in two seconds at an M1/64 flash output level.
Flash unit(s) in Group A or B of which flash firing is set to canceled also fire.
In triple-light close-up flash operation
When the [Test] button on the SU-800 is pressed, the SB-R200 in Group A fires in one second, followed by the flash unit in Group B in two seconds, and the flash unit in Group C in 3 seconds at an M1/64 flash output level.
Flash units in Group A, B or C of which flash firing has been set to canceled also fire.
In Commander flash operation
When the [Test] button on the SU-800 is pressed, the remote flash unit(s) in Group A fires in one second, followed by the flash unit(s) in Group B in two seconds, and the flash unit(s) in Group C in 3 seconds.
The SB-R200 fires at M1/64 flash output level regardless of the flash mode setting, and the SB-800, SB-600 fires at an M1/16 flash output level. Flash units in Group A, B or C of which flash firing has been set to canceled also fire.
In repeating (RPT) flash operation
The SB-800 or SB-600 fires at an M1/16 flash output level regardless of the flash mode setting. Flash units in groups A, B and C of which flash firing has been set to canceled also fire.
2 Checking illumination before taking pictures (Modeling Illumination)
Press the Target Light button and the flash fires repeatedly at a reduced flash output level. This is useful for checking illumination and shadows cast on the subject before actually taking the picture.

In Manual flash mode

Making exposure compensation for only the flash illuminated subject by intentionally modifying the flash units flash output level.
Notes on performing Auto Aperture flash operation with the SB-800.
Depending on shooting circumstances, underexposure may occur. Using the TTL auto flash mode is recommended when using a camera compatible with TTL auto flash.
6 Repeating (RPT) flash operation
What is Repeating flash operation
In Repeating flash operation, the Speedlight fires repeatedly during a single exposure, creating stroboscopic multiple-exposure effects. This operation is useful when shooting fast-moving subjects. When using cameras compatible with CLS, the SU-800 controls the flash output of the remote flash units (such as the SB-800), which are divided into three groups (A, B, and C), independently for each group.
Be sure to read the instruction manual of the Speedlight in use.
Usable Speedlight SB-800, SB-600
Notes on Repeating flash operation
The SB-R200 cannot be used. Setting the flash units in group A or B to fire or cancel is not possible using the [A B] select button. Use the flash mode setting. Be sure to use fresh batteries and allow enough time for the flash to recycle between each repeating flash session. Also, because of the slower shutter speeds, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera/flash shake.
Items to be set in Repeating flash operation
The following items can be set on the SU-800 in Repeating flash operation.
Channel number (1, 2, 3, 4) Group name (A, B, C) Setting the flash units in each group to fire or cancel Manual flash output level, the frequency and the number of repeating flashes per frame
Settings in the Repeating flash operation
Set the Commander/Close-up select switch on the SU-800 to Commander function. Then, press and hold down the [SEL](FUNC.) button for approx. 2 seconds to toggle between the Repeating and Commander flash operations.
Confirm that the RPT is displayed. Display in Repeating flash operation
Setting a channel number on the SU-800
Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button on the SU-800 to display the channel number (blinking). Press the [] or [] button to change the channel number. Press the [SEL](FUNC.) button once again and the channel number will stop blinking. The last channel number to blink is the one that has been set automatically.
Select one of the four available channels. The same channel number is set for all Groups A, B and C.
Setting a group and a channel number on the Speedlight
Display when using the SB-800
Set the same channel number as set on the SU-800. Setting the flash mode on each group
Refer to your Speedlight instruction manual for specific information on settings.

Firing Firing canceled

Available with digital cameras featuring white balance. You cannot set the white balance on the Speedlight. Choose an appropriate white balance setting on your digital camera. For more details, see your camera instruction manual.
Using colored filters for adding special colors to a scene.
Flash operation using various accessories Colored gel filters can be used to add specific colors to create various renderings of a scene.
Adjust your digital cameras white balance (if available) to Flash for the most effective results.
Notes on using colored gel filters
Colored gel filters are consumable items. When they fade in color or deteriorate, purchase the optional Color Filter Set SJ-2. Even though colored gel filters are disfigured by heat, such as generated by the flash head, this will not affect their performance. When taking pictures using repeating flash, do not use these filters, as they may quickly become disfigured due to heat exposure. There is no difference between the front and back of a colored gel filter. Likewise, scratches on filters will have no effect on performance unless they are faded in color. The amount of exposure compensation printed on each filter is provided as a guide only. Be sure to make test shots to determine the actual amount of compensation required. To remove dust or dirt, wipe the filter lightly with a soft, clean cloth.
How to use colored gels filters
Insert the colored gel filter in the Color Filter Holder SZ-1.
TE 0 MO 20 RE SB-R LESS HT IG WIRE DL SPEE
Attach the SZ-1 to the SB-R200.
Using colored gel filters
Purpose Balances the color of light from the flash to match that of fluorescent light Balances the color of light from the flash to match that of incandescent or tungsten light Creates interesting effects by changing the light from the flash to a different color Gel filter FL-G1 Adjust the cameras white balance to: Fluorescent
White bal. Auto Incandescent Fluorescent Dir. sunlight Flash
Adjust the white balance setting on your digital camera, then shoot.

Incandescent

Colored gel filters
2 Flash shooting with the Extreme Close-Up Positioning Adapter SW-11

Group B SB-R200 SU-800

Dual-light flash shooting (with Diffuser SW-12) Two SB-R200 units are used to illuminate the small subjects from both sides to bring out their delicate detail. Illumination from one SB-R200 with the Diffuser attached from the left creates a softened highlight and renders vivid colors.
Camera: D70 Lens: AF Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8D Group A: SB-R200 (TTL) Group B: SB-R200 (TTL) E-2 example in Close-up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken without using the Diffuser SW-12.
Attachment of the Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1 to the SX-1
Align one of the Flexible Arm Clips with the Attachment Ring SX-1s Mounting groove.
As shown in the diagram, insert the clip while aligning the SW-C1s Mounting groove with the front of the Attachment Ring SX-1s Mounting groove.
Holding one arm of the clip, open the other so that the stopper closes and slides into the SX-1, then release.
Ensure that the SW-C1s groove engages with the SX-1s groove.
Grip the Diffuser SW-12 with the Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1.
As shown in the diagrams below, you can use the SW-C1 in two (long or short) ways depending on which direction the clip is mounted.

Notes on using the SW-C1

The maximum weight the SW-C1 can hold is approx. 70g (2.5 oz.).
4 Flash shooting with Speedlight Stand AS-20
Use the provided Speedlight Stand AS-20 to freely position the SB-R200. The Attachment Ring SX-1 can be attached to a tripod.
Dual-light flash operation When shooting clear glasses (H-4) with a single built-in flash unit, distinct shadows appear behind the subject, meaning the texture of the glass cannot be reproduced successfully. In this setup (H-1), the SB-R200 is placed on the right behind the subject using the AS-20 to bounce light off the rear wall. In addition, another SB-R200 is used from the top. The result is a successful rendering of the textures and contours of the glasses.

Group B SB-R200 AS-20

Camera: D70 Lens: AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Group A: SB-R200 (TTL) Group B: SB-R200 (TTL) H-4 example in Close-up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken using a single built-in flash.

Attachment of the SB-R200 to the AS-20
Slide the Lock switch until it stops and make sure the red part can no longer be seen. To remove, slide the Lock switch and remove.
Slide the SB-R200s mounting foot into the AS-20s Speedlight mounting shoe and slide the Lock switch.
The flash head of the SB-R200 tilts down to 60 and up to 45. The flash head can be set at click stops every 15.
Attaching the AS-20 to the SX-1
Holding down the Mounting button on the SX-1, slide the AS-20 into the SX-1 as shown in the illustration. Remove your finger to secure it.
Press both Mounting buttons firmly to attach. To remove AS-20 from the SX-1, press the Release button and remove.

Setting up the SB-R200

Set up the SB-R200 flash units as shown in the diagram below.
In most cases, position the SB-R200 closer to the subject than the camera, so that light from the Commander flash unit (such as camera or Speedlight) can reach the light sensor of the remote flash unit(s). This is particularly necessary when holding a remote flash unit in your hand. Data communication cannot be performed properly if there is an obstacle between the Commander unit and the SB-R200.
With the SU-800 The effective shooting distance between the Commander and the SB-R200 varies depending on the Commander unit (such as a camera or Speedlight) in use. Refer to the instruction manual of each product. Be sure to place all SB-R200 units that are set in the same group close together. Take care not to let light from the SB-R200 enter the camera lens directly or indirectly in TTL auto flash mode. Otherwise, the correct exposure cannot be obtained. There is no limit to the number of SB-R200 units that can be used together. However, if too much light from other SB-R200 units enters the light sensor of the Commander unit, correct operation may be impossible. In practice, the number of remote flash units should be limited to three for one group. Be sure to test fire after setting up all flash units (p. 88).
Flash shooting using SLR cameras not compatible with CLS
Use the TTL Cord SC-30 (optional) to connect the SU-800 to the SB-R200 with SLR cameras not compatible with CLS.
1 Overview of close-up flash operation (using cords) 2 Procedures for close-up flash operation (using cords)
1 Overview of close-up flash operation (using cords)
When used with cameras not compatible with CLS, close-up flash operation is possible using the TTL Cord SC-30 (optional) to connect the SU-800 and SB-R200.
Close-up flash operation (using cords) is not possible with CLS-compatible cameras.
Notes on performing close-up flash operation (using cords)

Reference information

Aperture to set on the lens and effective f-number
Effective f-numbers of close-up lenses such as Micro-Nikkor lenses vary, while brightness of image on film decreases when reproduction ratio increases. The relationship between the reproduction ratio and the effective f-number is: Fe = F (1 + M) where Fe = Effective f-number (actual lens speed) F = Aperture to set on the lens M = Reproduction ratio In TTL auto flash operation, the aperture value appearing on the LCD panel or in the cameras viewfinder is the effective f-number when a Micro-Nikkor lens is mounted on the camera.

M (manual) mode

In Manual flash photography, you select the aperture and flash output level. In this way, you can control the exposure and flash shooting distance when shooting subjects where the correct exposure is difficult to obtain in the TTL auto flash mode.
Available flash output level
In close-up flash operation: M1/1 to M1/64. In Commander flash operation: M1/1 to M1/128. In Repeating flash operation: M1/8 to M1/128.
Determining the aperture and flash output level in the M (manual) mode
In the Manual mode, use the following guide number and the equation to calculate the aperture, flash output level, and shooting distance to obtain the correct exposure.
The guide number (GN at ISO 100; m/ft) indicates the amount of light generated by the flash. The larger the number, the greater the flash output.
To calculate the correct aperture
Calculate the correct aperture by using this equation:
f/stop (aperture) = Guide number (GN) x ISO sensitivity factor Shooting distance (m/ft) Set the same aperture for both the SU-800 and the camera or lens.
Guide number of the SB-R200 is 10/33 (ISO 100, m/ft.) ISO sensitivity factors

25 0.0.1.2.8

For sensitivities other than ISO 100, multiply the guide number by the factors shown in the table below.

ISO Factors 3200 5.8

Auto Aperture (AA) flash mode
The SU-800s built-in sensor measures the flash illumination reflected from the subject and controls the flash output in combination with data automatically transmitted from the camera and lens to the SU-800, including the ISO sensitivity value and exposure compensation value as well as the aperture and focal length of the lens.
Auto Aperture flash is available only when the SB-800 is used as a remote flash unit. (A warning indicator appears if the SB-R200 or SB-600 receives an Auto Aperture (AA) flash mode signal.) If the flash mode is set to Auto Aperture flash while a non-CPU lens is mounted, the AA mode display blinks as a warning, and the flash units will not fire. For flash shooting distance range in the Auto Aperture flash mode, read the instruction manual of your Speedlight.
Notes on performing flash operation in the Auto Aperture flash mode
When taking a distant subject, underexposure may occur even though the subject is within the flash shooting distance range. Use of the TTL auto mode is recommended with cameras compatible with TTL auto flash.

When using the SB-R200 attached to the lens
Be careful not to knock and damage the lens when using the SB-R200 units attached to the front of the lens.
3 Notes on continuous flash operation (in close-up flash operation (using cords))

WARNING

Do not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings You should allow the Speedlight to cool off for at least 10 minutes after the maximum number of continuous firings are performed as shown in the table below:
Max. number of continuous firings
Flash mode TTL auto flash Manual flash (Flash output level: M1/1, M1/2) Manual flash (Flash output level: M1/4 to M1/64) Max. number of continuous firings (at 6 frames/sec.) 15 30
Synchronization during continuous flash operation
It is possible to take up to the number of frames during continuous operation as shown in the table below.
SB-R200s maximum number of frames during continuous flash operation (at six frames per sec.)
Flash output level 1/8 Up to 4 1/16 Up to 8 1/32 Up to 16 1/64 Up to 30

4 Optional accessories

TTL Cord SC-30 Close-up flash operation (using cords) is possible in the TTL mode with the optional TTL Cord SC-30 to connect the SU-800 and the SB-R200. Color Filter Set SJ-2 A total of 20 filters in 8 models are provided. FL-G1 (for fluorescent light) FL-G2 (for fluorescent light) TN-A1 (for incandescent/tungsten light) TN-A2 (for incandescent/tungsten light) BLUE YELLOW RED AMBER Colored gel filters are consumable items and subject to gradual deterioration in color due to the heat generated by the flash firing. Therefore, it is recommended to check and replace these filters when necessary. Dedicated Adapter Ring UR-5 With an AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D lens, attach the Attachment Ring SX-1 to the lens using the Adapter Ring UR-5 and Adapter Ring SX-1-72.
5 Tips on Speedlight care
Never use thinner, benzene, or other active agents for cleaning the Speedlight, as this may damage the Speedlight or cause it to catch fire. Using these agents may also impair your health.

Cleaning

Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the Speedlight and clean it with a soft, clean cloth. After using the Speedlight near saltwater, wipe the flash unit with a soft, clean cloth moistened slightly with tap water to remove the salt, then dry it with a dry cloth. On rare occasions, the LCD may turn on or turn dark due to static electricity. This is not a malfunction. The display will soon return to normal. Do not drop the Speedlight or knock it on a hard surface, as this may damage its precision mechanisms. Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel.

Storage

Store the Speedlight in a cool, dry place to prevent malfunctions due to high humidity, as well as the growth of mold or mildew. Keep the Speedlight away from chemicals such as camphor or naphthalene. Avoid exposing the Speedlight to magnetic waves from televisions or radios. Do not use or leave the Speedlight in locations subject to high temperatures such as near a heater or stove, as this may cause damage. When not using the Speedlight for more than two weeks, be sure to remove the battery to prevent damage due to battery leakage. Take the Speedlight out once a month, insert the battery, and fire the unit several times to reform the capacitor. When the Speedlight is stored together with a desiccant, renew the desiccant occasionally.