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k Speedlight functions (kB-4) You can search for relevant page references using the alphabetical index. k Troubleshooting (kF-2) You can ... according to find what you are looking for You can search for . Preparation k Simple search by item, such as operation method, flash mode or function. A-2 This is a problem with your objective without knowing the specific name or term of a function and want more... if there is handy when you know the name of the item you are looking for a particular SB-900 function. About this user's manual A How to your Speedlight.
k Speedlight functions (kB-4) You can search for relevant page references using the alphabetical index. k Troubleshooting (kF-2) You can ... according to find what you are looking for You can search for . Preparation k Simple search by item, such as operation method, flash mode or function. A-2 This is a problem with your objective without knowing the specific name or term of a function and want more... if there is handy when you know the name of the item you are looking for a particular SB-900 function. About this user's manual A How to your Speedlight.
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...number of flashes per recycling time Replacing/recharging batteries Custom settings Test firing Adjusting the flash head Two-button reset Using the SB-900 in dim light Enhancing the LCD panel's readability Standby function Sound monitor Key lock page C-8 C-4 F-20 C-27 C-20 D-59 D-26 C-9 ...(displayed) The meaning of the warning symbols Key words Speedlight parts LCD panel Warning indications page C-2 C-10 F-3 Preparation About settings and operation I want to know about Key words About the flash modes Flash modes and functions How to take pictures in the simplest...
...number of flashes per recycling time Replacing/recharging batteries Custom settings Test firing Adjusting the flash head Two-button reset Using the SB-900 in dim light Enhancing the LCD panel's readability Standby function Sound monitor Key lock page C-8 C-4 F-20 C-27 C-20 D-59 D-26 C-9 ...(displayed) The meaning of the warning symbols Key words Speedlight parts LCD panel Warning indications page C-2 C-10 F-3 Preparation About settings and operation I want to know about Key words About the flash modes Flash modes and functions How to take pictures in the simplest...
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...to use the SB-900 with cameras not compatible Using the SB-900 with the SB-900 Key words Compatible cameras F page B-2 How to update the firmware Key words Tips on Speedlight care SB-900 specifications The latest Nikon product information How to use the SB-900 with Nikon COOLPIX cameras For ...64257;lters How to take pictures adding specific color to the scene Flash photography with color filters D D-33 D-33 How to perform autofocus flash photography in dim lighting AF-assist Illuminator D-58 How to shoot a fast moving subject using wireless multiple...
...to use the SB-900 with cameras not compatible Using the SB-900 with the SB-900 Key words Compatible cameras F page B-2 How to update the firmware Key words Tips on Speedlight care SB-900 specifications The latest Nikon product information How to use the SB-900 with Nikon COOLPIX cameras For ...64257;lters How to take pictures adding specific color to the scene Flash photography with color filters D D-33 D-33 How to perform autofocus flash photography in dim lighting AF-assist Illuminator D-58 How to shoot a fast moving subject using wireless multiple...
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... For your safety A-8 Check before Use A-14 Preparation B About the SB-900 SB-900 features B-2 Main functions B-4 C Operation Speedlight parts C-2 Basic operations C-4 Control buttons C-8 LCD ...C-10 Custom functions and settings C-20 Batteries C-27 D Flash modes and functions i-TTL mode D-2 Auto aperture flash D-5 Non...operation D-26 Taking close-up photographs with bounce-down flash D-30 Flash photography with color filters D-33 Flash output level compensation and exposure compensation D-37 Wireless multiple flash shooting D-39 A-6
... For your safety A-8 Check before Use A-14 Preparation B About the SB-900 SB-900 features B-2 Main functions B-4 C Operation Speedlight parts C-2 Basic operations C-4 Control buttons C-8 LCD ...C-10 Custom functions and settings C-20 Batteries C-27 D Flash modes and functions i-TTL mode D-2 Auto aperture flash D-5 Non...operation D-26 Taking close-up photographs with bounce-down flash D-30 Flash photography with color filters D-33 Flash output level compensation and exposure compensation D-37 Wireless multiple flash shooting D-39 A-6
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...; Flash Value Lock (FV Lock) • Slow-sync flash B • Red-eye reduction/Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash • Rear-curtain sync Flash shooting support functions D-57 • Power zoom function C • AF-Assist... Illuminator • Setting the ISO sensitivity • Test firing function • Modeling illuminator function D • FX-/DX selection E For use with cameras other than CLS compatible SLR cameras E Using the SB-900 with non-CLS-compatible SLR cameras E-2 For usage with i-TTL-compatible COOLPIX cameras E-3 F Tips on Speedlight...
...; Flash Value Lock (FV Lock) • Slow-sync flash B • Red-eye reduction/Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash • Rear-curtain sync Flash shooting support functions D-57 • Power zoom function C • AF-Assist... Illuminator • Setting the ISO sensitivity • Test firing function • Modeling illuminator function D • FX-/DX selection E For use with cameras other than CLS compatible SLR cameras E Using the SB-900 with non-CLS-compatible SLR cameras E-2 For usage with i-TTL-compatible COOLPIX cameras E-3 F Tips on Speedlight...
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...seep from the liquids and moisture. Then bring the flash unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for repair. If corrosive liquids seep from the Speedlight and then bring the unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for repair. 5. Disconnect ...and thoroughly to ensure correct and safe use requires a certified underwater housing. Prolonged contact could lead to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for Speedlights 1. Underwater use and to help prevent damage to personal injury. 4. In such instances you should never be ...
...seep from the liquids and moisture. Then bring the flash unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for repair. If corrosive liquids seep from the Speedlight and then bring the unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for repair. 5. Disconnect ...and thoroughly to ensure correct and safe use requires a certified underwater housing. Prolonged contact could lead to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for Speedlights 1. Underwater use and to help prevent damage to personal injury. 4. In such instances you should never be ...
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... in the presence of a moving car, as the batteries could damage the retinas of their clothes igniting from infants. 10. A 8. If the flash unit is operated in this could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire. Use only the batteries specified in areas where there is touching...such as it could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire or otherwise not perform satisfactorily. 13. Preparation 7. Do not fire the flash unit directly into the eyes of someone that were purchased at the driver of flammable or explosive gas. Keep small accessories out of the ...
... in the presence of a moving car, as the batteries could damage the retinas of their clothes igniting from infants. 10. A 8. If the flash unit is operated in this could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire. Use only the batteries specified in areas where there is touching...such as it could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire or otherwise not perform satisfactorily. 13. Preparation 7. Do not fire the flash unit directly into the eyes of someone that were purchased at the driver of flammable or explosive gas. Keep small accessories out of the ...
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... with wet hands, as this could cause an electric shock. 2. Keep the flash unit away from children to prevent the unit from touching another battery's terminals because if they are not treated quickly. WARNINGS for Speedlights A 1. Never heat or throw batteries into a fire, as this could damage... explosion. In addition, specially when carrying a quantity of batteries, place them from the batteries and get in reverse order it will cause the Speedlight to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 2. Do not mix battery types, brands or old and new batteries, as paint thinner,...
... with wet hands, as this could cause an electric shock. 2. Keep the flash unit away from children to prevent the unit from touching another battery's terminals because if they are not treated quickly. WARNINGS for Speedlights A 1. Never heat or throw batteries into a fire, as this could damage... explosion. In addition, specially when carrying a quantity of batteries, place them from the batteries and get in reverse order it will cause the Speedlight to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. 2. Do not mix battery types, brands or old and new batteries, as paint thinner,...
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... camera user's manual handy for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-900. Check that all items are included before use . Included items The SB-900 comes with example photos. This user's manual explains SB-900 functions, operation methods, specifications, etc., and the separate "A collection of example photos" provides an overview of the SB-900's flash-shooting capabilities with the following accessories. In...
... camera user's manual handy for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-900. Check that all items are included before use . Included items The SB-900 comes with example photos. This user's manual explains SB-900 functions, operation methods, specifications, etc., and the separate "A collection of example photos" provides an overview of the SB-900's flash-shooting capabilities with the following accessories. In...
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...P5000, COOLPIX P5100, etc. Compatible cameras The SB-900 has been optimized for various settings (kC-20). B-2 When the built-in wide-flash adapter is used or the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached, the zoom position is a high-performance CLS-compatible Speedlight with a large guide number of 34/48... (ISO 100/200, m) (111.5/157.5, ft.) (at the 35 mm zoom position in Nikon FX format with standard illumination pattern, 20°C/68°F.) B •Combined with a CLS-compatible camera, the SB-900 can be easily performed...
...P5000, COOLPIX P5100, etc. Compatible cameras The SB-900 has been optimized for various settings (kC-20). B-2 When the built-in wide-flash adapter is used or the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached, the zoom position is a high-performance CLS-compatible Speedlight with a large guide number of 34/48... (ISO 100/200, m) (111.5/157.5, ft.) (at the 35 mm zoom position in Nikon FX format with standard illumination pattern, 20°C/68°F.) B •Combined with a CLS-compatible camera, the SB-900 can be easily performed...
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...; Flash Color Information Communication When the SB-900 is automatically transmitted to blur the background (kD-55). ■ AF-Assist illuminator In autofocus operation, the SB-900 emits AF-Assist illumination, which matches the wider AF area of field to the camera. In this way, the camera's white balance is the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)? B-3 About the SB-900 The SB-900...
...; Flash Color Information Communication When the SB-900 is automatically transmitted to blur the background (kD-55). ■ AF-Assist illuminator In autofocus operation, the SB-900 emits AF-Assist illumination, which matches the wider AF area of field to the camera. In this way, the camera's white balance is the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)? B-3 About the SB-900 The SB-900...
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... fast-moving subjects. Main functions Flash modes and functions on the SB-900 i-TTL mode (kD-2) The camera controls the SB SB-900's flash output level by measuring the light reflected from the filters to the subject, the SB SB-900 will automatically take control of correct light output. Repeating flash mode (kD-17) The SB-900 fires repeatedly to make use of...
... fast-moving subjects. Main functions Flash modes and functions on the SB-900 i-TTL mode (kD-2) The camera controls the SB SB-900's flash output level by measuring the light reflected from the filters to the subject, the SB SB-900 will automatically take control of correct light output. Repeating flash mode (kD-17) The SB-900 fires repeatedly to make use of...
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... (kD-55) The SB-900 automatically fires at a slow shutter speed to perform autofocus flash photography when there is automatically set the flash mode and flash output level compensation values separately for each group as well as the master flash unit. • SU-4-type wireless multiple flash (kD-50) B ...subject, you to obtain the correct exposure for normal autofocus operation. AF-Assist illuminator (kD-58) This enables you can perform SU-4 type wireless multiple flash in two ways: in which the wireless remote flash units start and stop firing in sync with the master. Slow-...
... (kD-55) The SB-900 automatically fires at a slow shutter speed to perform autofocus flash photography when there is automatically set the flash mode and flash output level compensation values separately for each group as well as the master flash unit. • SU-4-type wireless multiple flash (kD-50) B ...subject, you to obtain the correct exposure for normal autofocus operation. AF-Assist illuminator (kD-58) This enables you can perform SU-4 type wireless multiple flash in two ways: in which the wireless remote flash units start and stop firing in sync with the master. Slow-...
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... to conserve battery power. Continuous flash (kF-5) The SB-900 fires continuously in accordance with continuous shooting. LCD panel illumination setting (kC-24) This function sets the LCD panel illumination to on the subject. Self firmware update (kF-10) Speedlight firmware can be made while checking... the status on the LCD panel. FX/DX selection (kD-62) The SB-900 automatically selects the suitable light distribution angle, in sync with the camera's image...
... to conserve battery power. Continuous flash (kF-5) The SB-900 fires continuously in accordance with continuous shooting. LCD panel illumination setting (kC-24) This function sets the LCD panel illumination to on the subject. Self firmware update (kF-10) Speedlight firmware can be made while checking... the status on the LCD panel. FX/DX selection (kD-62) The SB-900 automatically selects the suitable light distribution angle, in sync with the camera's image...
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C Operation This section explains the Speedlight parts, meaning of each display, and also covers basic procedures for flash photography. C • Speedlight parts C-2 • Basic operation C-4 • Control buttons C-8 • LCD C-10 • Custom functions and settings C-20 • Batteries C-27 Operation C-1
C Operation This section explains the Speedlight parts, meaning of each display, and also covers basic procedures for flash photography. C • Speedlight parts C-2 • Basic operation C-4 • Control buttons C-8 • LCD C-10 • Custom functions and settings C-20 • Batteries C-27 Operation C-1
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Speedlight parts 5 6 Operation 1 7 C 8 9 10 2 11 12 3 13 14 4 15 1 Flash head 2 Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button (kC-6) 3 Battery chamber lid 4 Light sensor window for wireless remote flash (kD-40) 5 Built-in bounce card (kD-28) 6 Built-in wide-flash adapter (kD-31) 7 Filter detector (kD-35) 8 AF...-assist illuminator (kD-58) 9 Ready-light (at remote setting) (kD-42) 10 External power source terminal (supplied with cover) (kF-12) 11 Light sensor for Non-TTL auto flash (kD-5, D-8) 12 External AF-assist illuminator contacts 13 Mount...
Speedlight parts 5 6 Operation 1 7 C 8 9 10 2 11 12 3 13 14 4 15 1 Flash head 2 Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button (kC-6) 3 Battery chamber lid 4 Light sensor window for wireless remote flash (kD-40) 5 Built-in bounce card (kD-28) 6 Built-in wide-flash adapter (kD-31) 7 Filter detector (kD-35) 8 AF...-assist illuminator (kD-58) 9 Ready-light (at remote setting) (kD-42) 10 External power source terminal (supplied with cover) (kF-12) 11 Light sensor for Non-TTL auto flash (kD-5, D-8) 12 External AF-assist illuminator contacts 13 Mount...
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16 Operation C 17 20 18 21 19 22 16 Flash head tilting angle scale (kD-26) 17 Flash head rotating angle scale (kD-26) 18 Sync terminal cover 19 Sync terminal 20 LCD panel (kC-10) 21 Ready-light (kC-7, D-42) 22 Mounting foot lock lever (kC-5) Control buttons (kC-8) 23 24 23 [MODE] button 25 24 [ZOOM] button 26 25 Function button 1 27 26 Function button 2 28 27 Function button 3 29 28 Test firing button 30 29 Power ON-OFF switch/ 31 wireless setting switch 30 Selector dial 31 [OK] button C-3
16 Operation C 17 20 18 21 19 22 16 Flash head tilting angle scale (kD-26) 17 Flash head rotating angle scale (kD-26) 18 Sync terminal cover 19 Sync terminal 20 LCD panel (kC-10) 21 Ready-light (kC-7, D-42) 22 Mounting foot lock lever (kC-5) Control buttons (kC-8) 23 24 23 [MODE] button 25 24 [ZOOM] button 26 25 Function button 1 27 26 Function button 2 28 27 Function button 3 29 28 Test firing button 30 29 Power ON-OFF switch/ 31 wireless setting switch 30 Selector dial 31 [OK] button C-3
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... in combination with well balanced lighting. Close the battery chamber lid. i-TTL mode enables you to "Batteries" and "Notes on batteries, refer to easily take flash photography with a CLScompatible camera. C Insert the batteries following types: Alkaline-manganese (1.5 V) Lithium (1.5 V) Oxyride™ (1.5 V) Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) (1.2 V) • When replacing batteries, use fresh...
... in combination with well balanced lighting. Close the battery chamber lid. i-TTL mode enables you to "Batteries" and "Notes on batteries, refer to easily take flash photography with a CLScompatible camera. C Insert the batteries following types: Alkaline-manganese (1.5 V) Lithium (1.5 V) Oxyride™ (1.5 V) Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) (1.2 V) • When replacing batteries, use fresh...
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... the SB-900 and camera on Turn the SB-900 and the camera body on. • To turn the SB-900 on, turn the [Power ON-OFF] switch to the horizontal/ front position. • The flash head is locked at horizontal/ C front and 90°. Operation Basic operation STEP 3 Adjusting the flash head Hold down .) • Flash head is...
... the SB-900 and camera on Turn the SB-900 and the camera body on. • To turn the SB-900 on, turn the [Power ON-OFF] switch to the horizontal/ front position. • The flash head is locked at horizontal/ C front and 90°. Operation Basic operation STEP 3 Adjusting the flash head Hold down .) • Flash head is...
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...kC-10) Changing the flash mode Rotate the selector dial to display available flash mode icons on before shooting. • When no ready-light indicator appears, lightly press the shutter release button to indicate on the LCD. Make sure that the readylight on the SB-900 or in the camera's ...viewfinder is on the LCD. • Only flash modes that are available are displayed onon the LCD. • The flash mode can also be selected by pressing the [MODE] button. C-7 Operation ...
...kC-10) Changing the flash mode Rotate the selector dial to display available flash mode icons on before shooting. • When no ready-light indicator appears, lightly press the shutter release button to indicate on the LCD. Make sure that the readylight on the SB-900 or in the camera's ...viewfinder is on the LCD. • Only flash modes that are available are displayed onon the LCD. • The flash mode can also be selected by pressing the [MODE] button. C-7 Operation ...
