Mamiya 645 AFD II Instructions Manual

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81 82SETM.UPAELPAvTvMXCFSETM.UPAELPAvTvMXCFMetz Flash SCA3952 System FunctionsWhen using an SCA300 system flash (Metz 60CT-4, 45CL-4, etc.), use the SCA3000Cconverter (sold separately).For details, refer to the operating instructions of the flash and the SCA adapter.To use the guide number indicated on the flash fully, wait several seconds after thecharging completed indicator lights.Cautions on using instant filmInstant films (Polaroid 100-600 series and Fuji FP series), have a lower reflectivityrate than regular film. Exposure compensation is necessary when using the flash inthe TTL mode.In general, set the exposure compensation to about minus 1 or 1 1/3 EV.By combined use of a Metz flash and the SCA3952 adapter, the camera adjusts forflash. It can be adjusted within 3EV in increments of 1/3 steps.Flash Compensation Settings1. Turn on the powerInstall the SCA3952 adapter on the Metz flash,and put it on the camera then lock the flash inplace using the locking knob on the flash shoe.Turn the shutter release mode selector lever tothe “S” or “C” position, and turn ON the flashpower switch.2. When the flash charge confirmation lamplights, press the set button in. The “ ” isdisplayed on the main LCD panel.3. Turn the front or rear dial to select the flashcompensation value.1. While in the P or Av modes, the camera can be set to release theshutter at the metered value, even the background behind the subject isdark. Custom settings (C-26 on page 93)2. The sync. speed in the X mode can be set between 1/40 and 1/125seconds. Custom settings (C-25 on page 92)* When the shutter speed is set to 1/2 increments, the sync. speed can be set between 1/45 and 1/125seconds.For example:(1) When the size of the subject you want to light with the flash is relatively small within thepicture(2) When the background behind the subject is extremely bright or when there is a stronglyreflective object in the background(3) When the background behind the subject is extremely dark (outdoors at night, etc.)(4) For flash photography with a narrow film latitudeCharging completedindicator in viewfinderAutomatic setting offlash synchronizingspeedFlash compensationAuto zoom controlAuto AF assist beamDisplay of flash range(distance)Data transferWhen charging of the flash is completed, a charging completed flashicon will illuminate in the viewfinder’s liquid crystal display panel.When exposure mode is set at “Av” or “P”, the shutter speed will beautomatically set to 1/60 to 1/125 sec. when charging of the flash iscompleted.When exposure mode is at “Tv” or “M” and the shutter speed is atfaster than 1/125 sec., the shutter speed will be automatically set to1/125 sec.The flash charge mark flashes after the shutter is released toindicate that the flash was emitted properly.The power zoom reflector is linked to the lens focal length. (Exclud-ing the Metz 32Z-2)When the focus mode is set to “S”, the auto focus assist beam isemitted automatically in low light. (Excluding the Metz 32Z-2)Displayed on the flash’s liquid crystal display panel. (Excluding theMetz 32MZ-3 and Metz 32Z-2)The film sensitivity data, exposure compensation data and aperturedata are sent from the camera to the flash.