Nikon SB-500 User Manual

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AA-4PreparationAbout the SB-500 and This User’s ManualAbout the SB-500The SB-500 is a light and compact Speedlight compatible withNikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of24/78.7 (ISO 100, m/ft). The SB-500 works as both a masterflash unit and a remote flash unit in wireless multiple flash-unitphotography. The SB-500’s LED light, which has a maximum outputlevel of approximately 100 lx at 1 m (3.3 ft), provides illumination forphotography and additional lighting for movie recording.CLS-compatible camerasNikon digital SLR (Nikon FX/DX format) cameras(except D1 series and D100), F6, CLS-compatibleCOOLPIX cameras (0G-1)• The SB-500 can be used as a master flash unit only when mountedon the D810 or D750.• The SB-500’s LED light is designed for photography and movierecording. Do not use it for other purposes.About this user’s manualThis manual has been compiled with the assumption that the SB-500will be used in combination with a camera compatible with CLS and aCPU lens (0A-5). To get the most out of your Speedlight, please readthis user’s manual thoroughly before use.• For use with COOLPIX cameras compatible with i-TTL flash control(P5100, P5000, E8800, E8700, E8400), see “For Use with COOLPIXCameras.” (0G-1)• For camera functions and settings, see the camera user’s manual.