Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 4814 del fabbricante Nikon
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A A - 2 Preparation About the SB-500 and This User’ s Manual Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-500. T o get the most out of your Speedlight, please read this user’ s manual thor oughly before use.
A - 3 A Preparation Included items Check that all items listed below are included with the SB-500. If any items are missing, inform the stor e where the SB-500 was pur chased or the seller immediately .
A A - 4 Preparation About the SB-500 and This User’ s Manual About the SB-500 The S B -50 0 is a light and co mpac t Sp ee dlight com patibl e with Nikon Creative Li ghting Sys tem (CLS) w ith a gui de numb er of 24/ 78.
A - 5 A Preparation v Describes a point to which you should pay particular attention in order to avoid Speedlight malfunctions or mistakes. t Includes information or tips to make Speedlight use easier . 0 Reference to other pages in this manual Icons used in this manual t Tips on identifying CPU NIKKOR lenses CPU lenses have CPU contacts.
A A - 6 Preparation About the SB-500 and This User’ s Manual T erminology Nikon Creative Lighting System ( CLS): a lighting system that enables flash photography functions listed below with improved.
A - 7 A Preparation i-TTL balanced fill-flash: i-TTL flash control type in which flash output level is adjusted to well-balanced exposure of the main subject and background Standard i-TTL flash: i-TTL.
A A - 8 Preparation Q&A Index B C D E F G H Y ou can search for specific explanations according to objective. Flash photography 1 Using the SB-500 mounted on a camera’ s accessory shoe Question .
A - 9 A Preparation B C D E F G H LED light photography and movie recor ding Using the LED light Question Key phrase 0 What are the featur es of the LED light? LED light D-1 How can I use the LED ligh.
A A - 1 0 Preparation T able of Contents A Preparation About the SB-500 and This User’ s Manual ........................ A-2 Q&A Index ....................................................................... A-8 For Y our Safety .................
A - 11 A Preparation F Functions Bounce Flash Operation .................................................... F-2 Flash Photography Support Functions ................................ F-7 • T est firing • Modeling flash • Standby function • Thermal cut-out Functions to Be Set on the Camera .
A A - 1 2 Preparation T able of Contents H Tips on Speedlight Care and Refer ence Information T roubleshooting ............................................................... H-1 Guide Number , Aperture and Flash-to-subject Distance .... H-5 Tips on Speedlight Care .
A - 1 3 A Preparation For Y our Safety T o prevent damage to your Nikon pr oduct or injury to yourself or others, read the following safety pr ecautions in their entirety befor e using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will r ead them.
A A - 1 4 Preparation For Y our Safety Keep dry . Do not immerse in or expose to water or rain. Failure to observe this precaution could r esult in fire or electric shock. Do not handle with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could r esult in electric shock.
A - 1 5 A Preparation • Insert batteries in the correct orientation. • Batteries may become hot if the flash is fired multiple times in quick succession. When removing the batteries, take pr ecaution to avoid burns. • Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or otherwise damage the battery insulation or casing.
A A - 1 6 Preparation For Y our Safety Observe caution when using the flash • Using a flash in close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns. • Using the flash close to subject’ s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Stay at least 1 m (3.
A - 1 7 A Preparation Notice for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B Notice for customers in Europe This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately . The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.
A A - 1 8 Preparation Check befor e Use Tips on using the Speedlight T ake trial shots T ake trial shots before photographing important occasions such as weddings or graduations.
A - 19 A Preparation Life-long learning As part of Nikon’ s “life-long learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following websites: • For users in the United States: http://www .
B - 1 B Operation Operation B 8 4 3 1 2 7 5 6 SPEEDLIGHT SB-500 Speedlight Parts.
B - 2 B Operation 1 Flash head 2 LED light ( 0 D-1) 3 Light sensor window for wireless remote flash ( 0 E-7) 4 Battery chamber cover 5 Locking pin 6 Accessory shoe contacts 7 Mounting foot 8 Flash pan.
B - 3 B Operation Speedlight Parts 9 10 12 11.
B - 4 B Operation 9 Flash head tilting angle scale ( 0 F-3) 10 Flash head rotating angle scale ( 0 F-3) 11 Flash-ready indicator ( 0 B-14, E-10 ) 12 Mounting foot lock lever ( 0 B-12).
B - 5 B Operation Speedlight Parts 16 17 18 13 14 15.
B - 6 B Operation 13 LED button ( 0 D-3) : Press and hold down to turn the LED light on and off. : Press briefly to change LED light output level. 14 LED light output level indicator lamps ( 0 D-4) In.
B - 7 B Operation Notes on Continuous Use Notes on continuous flash firing • T o prevent the SB-500 fr om overheating, allow it to cool down for at least 10 minutes after the number of firings indicated below .
B - 8 B Operation Notes on LED light operation duration • The internal safety function automatically lowers the LED light output level by 1 level when the LED light is used for an extended period of time. ( 0 F-11) • If the LED light is used for a longer period, the internal safety function turns the LED light off.
B - 9 B Operation This section covers basic procedur es in i-TTL flash control in combination with a CLS-compatible camera. STEP 1 Inserting the batteries Slide the battery chamber cover open. Insert the batteries following the [+] and [ − ] marks. Close the battery chamber cover .
B - 1 0 B Operation Suitable batteries Replace both batteries at the same time using fresh batteries or fully-charged rechargeable batteries of the same brand fr om any of the following types. Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of differ ent types or makes.
B - 11 B Operation Basic Operations Replacing/recharging batteries Refer to the following table to determine when to replace batteries with fresh ones or r echarge batteries according to how long the flash- ready indicator takes to light up after turning the SB-500 on or flash firing.
B - 1 2 B Operation STEP 2 Attaching the SB-500 to the camera Make sure the SB-500 and the camera body are turned off. Make sure the mounting foot lock lever is on the left. Slide the SB-500’ s mounting foot into the camera’ s accessory shoe. T urn the mounting foot lock lever to “LOCK.
B - 1 3 B Operation Basic Operations Detaching the SB-500 from the camera Make sure the SB-500 and the camera body are turned off, turn the mounting foot lock lever 90° to the left, and then slide the SB-500’ s mounting foot from the camera’ s accessory shoe.
B - 1 4 B Operation STEP 4 T ur ning the power on T urn the camera on. Set the SB-500’ s power switch to [ ]. • Mode indicator lamp [TTL] comes on. STEP 5 T aking a picture Make sure that the flash- ready indicator on the SB-500 or in the camera’ s viewfinder is on, and then shoot.
C - 1 C Flash Control Modes Flash Contr ol Modes C The SB-500 has 2 flash control modes—manual flash contr ol and i-TTL flash control. • Flash control modes cannot be selected on the SB-500. The setting of the camera on which the SB-500 is mounted automatically applies.
C - 2 C Flash Control Modes t Camera’ s metering mode and i-TTL flash control • When the camera’ s metering mode is changed to spot metering while i-TTL balanced fill-flash is in use, the i-TTL flash control automatically changes to the standard i-TTL flash.
C - 3 C Flash Control Modes Manual Flash Contr ol When the SB-500 is mounted on a camera, manual setting of flash output level can be enabled by selecting [Manual] under [Optional flash] from the camera menu. • Monitor pre-flash and the indication of insuf ficient flash output for correct exposur e are not available in manual flash contr ol.
D - 1 D LED Light LED Light D Featur es of LED Light The SB-500 is equipped with an LED light that has various features, as detailed below . Continuous light that enhances your photography In contrast to a flash light, the LED light is a continuous light source.
D - 2 D LED Light Features of LED Light Off-camera lighting that inspires cr eativity The LED light’ s soft light beam blends smoothly with natural light. Y ou can illuminate your subject freely fr om any angle, height and distance by using the SB-500 off-camera.
D - 3 D LED Light T ur ning the LED light on Set the SB-500’ s power switch to [ ]. • Rotate the power switch while pressing the lock release. Press and hold the LED button until the LED light comes on. T ur ning the LED light off Press and hold the LED button until the LED light goes off.
D - 4 D LED Light Using the LED Light Changing the LED light output level Briefly press the LED button to change the LED light output level. • The LED light output level changes as shown in the diagram below . The output level is indicated by the LED light output level indicator lamps.
D - 5 D LED Light v Operation of the LED light when attached to the camera • LED light operation is manual only . The LED light does not synchronize with the camera shutter . • The LED light turns off when the SB-500 is in standby and does not turn on when the SB-500 comes on again.
E - 1 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography E SB-500 Wir eless Multiple Flash- unit Photography Setup The SB-500 is compatible with Advanced Wireless Lighting. • The SB-500 has to be mounted on the D810 or D750 to be used as a master flash unit.
E - 2 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Advanced Wireless Lighting The master flash unit commands the remote flash units to fire monitor pre-flashes.
E - 3 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SB-500 Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Functions When used in commander mode When used in remote mode Flash control mode • i-TTL flash cont.
E - 4 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography v Notes on canceling the flash of the master flash unit When the master flash unit flash function is canceled and only the remote flash units fir e, the master flash unit emits a number of weak light signals to trigger the remote flash units.
E - 5 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Advanced Wir eless Lighting Using the SB-500 as a master flash unit Set the SB-500’ s power switch to [ ]. Make settings with the camera. • Choose [Commander mode] under [Optional flash] from the camera menu and make settings.
E - 6 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Using the SB-500 as a remote flash unit Set the power switch to [A] or [B] to correspond with the remote flash group selected on the master flash unit. • Rotate the power switch while pressing the lock release.
E - 7 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Remote Flash Units Remote flash unit setting • The standby function is canceled when remote mode is set.
E - 8 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography • As a basic guide, the effective distance between the master and remote flash units is up to appr oximately 10 m (32 ft) in the forward-facing position, and appr oximately 7 m (22 ft) at both sides. These ranges vary slightly depending on ambient light.
E - 9 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Remote Flash Units • An obstacle between the master flash unit and remote flash units can interfere with transmission of data. • T ake care not to let light fr om the remote flash units enter the camera lens.
E - 1 0 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Checking Status in Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography The flash-ready indicator on the SB-500 can be used to check the status during and after taking a picture in wir eless multiple flash-unit photography .
E - 11 E Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Checking Status in Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Master flash unit Remote flash unit Speedlight status Goes out and lights up when ready to fir e Flashes quickly for approx. 6 sec. • Non-TTL auto flash control mode is set on the master flash unit.
F - 1 F Functions Functions F This section explains the SB-500 functions that support flash photography and functions to be set on the camera. • For detailed information regar ding camera functions and settings, refer to the camera user’ s manual.
F - 2 F Functions Bounce Flash Operation Bounce flash is a photographic technique using light that is bounced off a ceiling or wall using a tilted or r otated flash head. This provides the effects listed below compar ed to those with direct light fr om a flash unit: • Overexposur e to a subject that is closer than other subjects can be reduced.
F - 3 F Functions Setting the flash head Tilt or rotate the flash head. • The flash head tilts up from 0° to 90° and rotates horizontally 180° to the left and right.
F - 4 F Functions Bounce Flash Operation Selecting flash head tilting/rotating angles and a reflecting surface • Good results ar e most easily achieved when the flash head is tilted up to use the ceiling as a reflecting surface. • Rotate the flash head horizontally to get the same effect when the camera is held in the vertical position.
F - 5 F Functions White ceiling 1-2 m 90º Lightproof white paper Behind the camera.
F - 6 F Functions Bounce Flash Operation T aking a picture with bounce flash Set the SB-500’ s power switch to [ ]. Adjust the flash head and shoot. t Exposure in bounce flash operation In bounce flash, there is some light loss compar ed with normal flash photography (with flash head adjusted to the forward-facing position).
F - 7 F Functions Flash Photography Support Functions The SB-500 features flash photography support functions. • indicates functions used with the flash light. indicates functions used with the LED light. T est firing Pressing the test firing button determines whether the SB-500 fir es properly .
F - 8 F Functions Flash Photography Support Functions Standby function If the SB-500 and camera are not used for a specified time, the standby function is automatically activated to conserve battery power . Standby activation depends on the functions being used.
F - 9 F Functions T o cancel standby Connection with camera Connected Not connected • Press the camera shutter -release button halfway down. • T ur n the camera on. • Select any function other than [OFF] with the SB-500’ s power switch. • Press the SB-500’ s test firing button.
F - 1 0 F Functions Flash Photography Support Functions W ar ning of flash-ready indicator Flashes once per sec. • W ait until the SB-500 cools down.
F - 11 F Functions Notes on LED light thermal cut-out High to mid Mid to low Off When the LED light is operating at high power and the internal temperature r eaches a certain point, the LED light outp.
F - 1 2 F Functions The following functions are available when used with cameras so equipped. Set these functions on the camera. They cannot be set on the SB-500 directly . • For detailed information regar ding camera functions and settings, refer to the camera user’ s manual.
F - 1 3 F Functions Slow sync The camera slows the shutter speed to capture both the subject and background illumination. This is suitable for capturing the subject and background illumination during the evening and night. • Use of a tripod is recommended.
G - 1 G For Use with COOLPIX Cameras Using the SB-500 with COOLPIX cameras is also possible, although some functions may not be available. COOLPIX cameras compatible with CLS (A, P7800, P7700, P7100* .
G - 2 G For Use with COOLPIX Cameras When using with COOLPIX cameras Cameras compatible with CLS Cameras compatible with i-TTL flash control Operable flash control mode • i-TTL balanced fill-flash (.
H - 1 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information This section explains troubleshooting, Speedlight car e, specifications and optional accessories.
H - 2 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Problem Cause Solution 0 Remote flash unit does not fire. The distance between the master flash unit and the remote flash unit is too long, or there is an obstacle between them. Change the positioning of the master flash unit and remote flash units.
H - 3 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information T roubleshooting W ar ning indications of flash-ready indicator Status Flash-r eady indicator Cause/solution 0 After firing Flashes for approx. 3 sec.* 1 Correct exposur e may not have been achieved.
H - 4 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Status Flash-r eady indicator Cause/solution 0 Flash has not fired Flashes 4 times over 0.5 sec. at intervals of 0.5 sec. The camera does not support CLS. Flash cannot be used. Use a CLS- compatible camera.
H - 5 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Guide Number , Apertur e and Flash-to-subject Distance The guide number (GN) indicates the amount of light generated by a flash unit. As the number increases, the flash output becomes gr eater and the light extends further .
H - 6 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Never use thinner , benzene or other organic solvents when cleaning the Speedlight, as this may damage the Speedlight or cause it to catch fire.
H - 7 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Tips on Speedlight Care Storage T o prevent mold or mildew , store the SB-500 in a dry , well-ventilated area. If it is to be placed in storage for 2 weeks or mor e, remove the batteries to prevent damage caused by the batteries leaking.
H - 8 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information • The large amounts of current used by the Speedlight may r esult in rechargeable batteries becoming unusable befor e reaching the manufacturer’ s stated recharge/discharge limit.
H - 9 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Notes on Batteries • For information on handling and recharging r echargeable batteries, see the documentation provided by the manufactur ers of the batteries and the battery charger . • Do not attempt to recharge non-r echargeable batteries.
H - 1 0 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Updating Firmwar e The latest Nikon firmware can be downloaded fr om the Nikon website. Firmware is updated thr ough a Nikon digital SLR camera compatible with SB-500 firmware updates and Nikon COOLPIX A.
H - 11 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Optional Accessories ■ Speedlight Stand AS-23 2 1 Same as that provided with this SB-500. AS-23 parts 1 Speedlight mounting shoe 2 T ripod .
H - 1 2 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information AS-21 AS-22 ■ Speedlight Stand AS-21/AS-22 ■ TTL Remote Cord SC-28 (approx. 1.5 m/4.9 ft) The SC-28 enables i-TTL flash control when the SB-500 is used off-camera. The SC-28 is equipped with a tripod socket.
H - 1 3 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar T ransistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Flash Guide number (23 °C/73.
H - 1 4 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Compatible cameras • Nikon digital SLR (Nikon FX/DX format) cameras (except D1 series and D100) • Nikon film SLR camera F6 • COOLPIX c.
H - 1 5 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Power ON/OFF Power switch Power source Use 2 AA-size batteries of the same brand from any of the following types: • 1.
H - 1 6 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Dimensions (W × H × D) Appr ox. 67 × 114.5 × 70.8 mm (2.7 × 4.6 × 2.8 in.) Weight Approx.
H - 1 7 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Effective flash output distance range (for i-TTL flash contr ol) The effective flash output distance range of the SB-500 is between 0.6 m and 20 m (2 ft and 65.6 ft). The effective flash output distance range differs depending on the ISO sensitivity and apertur e.
H - 1 8 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information ISO sensitivity 50 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 12800 Aperture (f) 1.4 3.7 – 39.3 5 – 55.4 7.3 – 65.6 9.9 – 65.6 14.2 – 65.6 19.7 – 65.6 27.9 – 65.6 39.4 – 65.6 55.8 – 65.
H - 19 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Guide number table The SB-500 guide numbers differ depending on the camera’ s ISO sensitivity and flash output level. ISO 100; m/ft Flash output level 1/1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/16 1/32 1/64 1/128 Guide number 24/ 78.
H - 20 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Minimum number of flashes/ recycling time for each battery type Batteries Min. r ecycling time (approx.)* 1 Min. number of flashes* 2 /recycling time* 1 1.5 V LR6 (AA-size) alkaline batteries 4.
H - 2 1 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Index • Refer to “Speedlight Parts” ( 0 B-1) for names of parts. A Accessories ........................H-11 Advanced Wireless Lighting .................... E-2, E-5 Aperture ...........
H - 22 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information G GN (guide number) ..............H-5 Group .................................. E-3 Guide number ..................... H-5 Guide number table ........... H-19 I Insufficient flash output for correct exposure .
H - 23 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Index R Rear-curtain sync ............... F-13 Recycling time .................... H-20 Red-eye reduction .............. F-13 Remote flash unit ... A-7, E-6, E-7 Remote mode ..................
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H - 27 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Y our Nikon equipment is guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for one full year from the date of pur chase.
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