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... symbols and their significance are for use with part 15 of a car. DANGER Failure to observe the precautions indicated by Olympus, as this symbol may result in injury or property damage. CAUTION Failure to a camera not manufactured by this may result. CE... property. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this product complies with Canadian ICES-003. Do not touch the ring flash connector or twin flash connector terminals on the FC-1 Macro Flash Controller. Never attempt to the following .) This instruction manual uses a variety of common symbols and icons to assist...
... symbols and their significance are for use with part 15 of a car. DANGER Failure to observe the precautions indicated by Olympus, as this symbol may result in injury or property damage. CAUTION Failure to a camera not manufactured by this may result. CE... property. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this product complies with Canadian ICES-003. Do not touch the ring flash connector or twin flash connector terminals on the FC-1 Macro Flash Controller. Never attempt to the following .) This instruction manual uses a variety of common symbols and icons to assist...
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...batteries. • Do not load batteries with the +/- Please contact your dealer or Olympus. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock. Otherwise, deterioration of less than 1 meter from the flash at a distance of parts or fire may be very hot and could result in fire...battery fluid leak, overheating, fire ignition or bursting. • Do not use the flash when it may be exposed to avoid using the Macro Flash System continuously for a long period. For repair, contact Olympus. Exposure to the light from an infant. polarity reversed. Otherwise, fire or electric shock...
...batteries. • Do not load batteries with the +/- Please contact your dealer or Olympus. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock. Otherwise, deterioration of less than 1 meter from the flash at a distance of parts or fire may be very hot and could result in fire...battery fluid leak, overheating, fire ignition or bursting. • Do not use the flash when it may be exposed to avoid using the Macro Flash System continuously for a long period. For repair, contact Olympus. Exposure to the light from an infant. polarity reversed. Otherwise, fire or electric shock...
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... AA (R6) Ni-Mn batteries (ZR6 type x 4 • AA (R6) lithium batteries (FR6 type x 4 • Lithium battery packs (CR-V3 type) (Olympus LB-01) ....... x 2 * AA (R6) manganese batteries cannot be used for at least 10 minutes to allow the light-emitting section to cool down. Otherwise, leakage... brands. • Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries such as this , it against something. Absolutely avoid using the Macro Flash System after a long period of the light-emitting section, do not continue full activation more than 40 times in temperature and humidity. ...
... AA (R6) Ni-Mn batteries (ZR6 type x 4 • AA (R6) lithium batteries (FR6 type x 4 • Lithium battery packs (CR-V3 type) (Olympus LB-01) ....... x 2 * AA (R6) manganese batteries cannot be used for at least 10 minutes to allow the light-emitting section to cool down. Otherwise, leakage... brands. • Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries such as this , it against something. Absolutely avoid using the Macro Flash System after a long period of the light-emitting section, do not continue full activation more than 40 times in temperature and humidity. ...
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...your skin. If battery fluid comes in this manual ˓ The information in contact with the Macro Flash System ˔ The functions available from the Macro Flash System are the trademarks or registered trademarks of batteries may be subject to carry spare batteries with ordinary...has been compiled as carefully as the ambient temperature drops. Do not apply a strong shock to report an error or omission, please contact Olympus. ˓ Duplication of this manual are limited with a dry cloth before using the specified battery charger, simultaneously and completely. When disposing ...
...your skin. If battery fluid comes in this manual ˓ The information in contact with the Macro Flash System ˔ The functions available from the Macro Flash System are the trademarks or registered trademarks of batteries may be subject to carry spare batteries with ordinary...has been compiled as carefully as the ambient temperature drops. Do not apply a strong shock to report an error or omission, please contact Olympus. ˓ Duplication of this manual are limited with a dry cloth before using the specified battery charger, simultaneously and completely. When disposing ...
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... Cameras and Lenses 9 • Nomenclature ...10 • Case for Macro Flash System ...12 • Macro Flash Controller FC-1 ...13 Loading batteries ...13 Attaching to the camera/Removing from the camera 14 • Ring Flash RF-11 ...15 Attaching to the camera ...15 Checking the battery power 16... Selecting the control mode 18 Using the illuminators ...19 TTL AUTO ...20 MANUAL ...22 Light control range ...24 • Twin Flash TF-22 ...27 Attaching to the camera ...27 Checking the battery power 29 Selecting the control mode 31 Adjusting the firing...
... Cameras and Lenses 9 • Nomenclature ...10 • Case for Macro Flash System ...12 • Macro Flash Controller FC-1 ...13 Loading batteries ...13 Attaching to the camera/Removing from the camera 14 • Ring Flash RF-11 ...15 Attaching to the camera ...15 Checking the battery power 16... Selecting the control mode 18 Using the illuminators ...19 TTL AUTO ...20 MANUAL ...22 Light control range ...24 • Twin Flash TF-22 ...27 Attaching to the camera ...27 Checking the battery power 29 Selecting the control mode 31 Adjusting the firing...
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... the firing angles, positions and Twin Flash light ratio of the two flash lamps. When an Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR camera is used, the TTL AUTO mode can also use . The RF-11 Ring Flash and TF-22 Twin Flash cannot be used simultaneously. The RF-11 Ring Flash and TF-22 must be connected to the FC...
... the firing angles, positions and Twin Flash light ratio of the two flash lamps. When an Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR camera is used, the TTL AUTO mode can also use . The RF-11 Ring Flash and TF-22 Twin Flash cannot be used simultaneously. The RF-11 Ring Flash and TF-22 must be connected to the FC...
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...; Macro Flash Case • Twin Flash TF-22 • Shoe Ring SR-1 • Diffuser FDT-1 Products Products Available as Sets Products Available Individually Items Macro Flash Controller FC-1 Ring Flash RF-11 Twin Flash TF-22 Shoe Ring SR-1 Diffuser FDT-1 Macro Flash Case Instructions (This manual) Ring Flash Set SRF-11 ˓ ˓ ˓ ˓ Twin Flash Set STF-22 ˓ Ring Flash RF-11 ˓ Twin Flash TF-22 ˓...
...; Macro Flash Case • Twin Flash TF-22 • Shoe Ring SR-1 • Diffuser FDT-1 Products Products Available as Sets Products Available Individually Items Macro Flash Controller FC-1 Ring Flash RF-11 Twin Flash TF-22 Shoe Ring SR-1 Diffuser FDT-1 Macro Flash Case Instructions (This manual) Ring Flash Set SRF-11 ˓ ˓ ˓ ˓ Twin Flash Set STF-22 ˓ Ring Flash RF-11 ˓ Twin Flash TF-22 ˓...
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Zuiko digital lens Ring Flash RF-11 Twin Flash TF-22 Remark ZUIKO DIGITAL ED50mm f2 Macro *˓ɹ *˓ɹ *: The optional FR-1 Flash Adapter Ring is required. APPLICABLE CAMERAS AND LENSES Olympus Four Thirds System Digital SLR Camera E-1 The Macro Flash System can be combined with this camera together with one of the Zuiko digital lenses...
Zuiko digital lens Ring Flash RF-11 Twin Flash TF-22 Remark ZUIKO DIGITAL ED50mm f2 Macro *˓ɹ *˓ɹ *: The optional FR-1 Flash Adapter Ring is required. APPLICABLE CAMERAS AND LENSES Olympus Four Thirds System Digital SLR Camera E-1 The Macro Flash System can be combined with this camera together with one of the Zuiko digital lenses...
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The control panel lights up the control panel for about 15 seconds. Dial A Dial B Ring Flash release button (Page 15) Twin Flash connector (A) (Page 27) Lock ring Lock pin (Page 14) Electrical contact (Page 14) Mode button (Pages 18 & 31) Lamp button (Pages ... Terminal cover Control panel Panel light button Press to light up when controlled by a digital camera with communication capability. NOMENCLATURE Macro Flash Controller FC-1 Ring Flash connector (Page 15) Twin Flash connector (B) (Page 27) Twin Flash release button (Page 28) External power connector Connect the optional HV...
The control panel lights up the control panel for about 15 seconds. Dial A Dial B Ring Flash release button (Page 15) Twin Flash connector (A) (Page 27) Lock ring Lock pin (Page 14) Electrical contact (Page 14) Mode button (Pages 18 & 31) Lamp button (Pages ... Terminal cover Control panel Panel light button Press to light up when controlled by a digital camera with communication capability. NOMENCLATURE Macro Flash Controller FC-1 Ring Flash connector (Page 15) Twin Flash connector (B) (Page 27) Twin Flash release button (Page 28) External power connector Connect the optional HV...
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Twin Flash light ratio display (Pages 36& 40) Light intensity adjustment (Pages 21, 23, 35 & 39) Ring Flash RF-11 Connector terminal (Page 15) Illuminator (Page 19) Light emitting window Control Panel Display Twin Flash Control mode Ring Flash Guide number (GN) Setting display (GN, light intensity and light intensity adjustment) Meter (Page 46) Feet (Page 46) * For simplicity, this figure shows the panel with all indicators lit.
Twin Flash light ratio display (Pages 36& 40) Light intensity adjustment (Pages 21, 23, 35 & 39) Ring Flash RF-11 Connector terminal (Page 15) Illuminator (Page 19) Light emitting window Control Panel Display Twin Flash Control mode Ring Flash Guide number (GN) Setting display (GN, light intensity and light intensity adjustment) Meter (Page 46) Feet (Page 46) * For simplicity, this figure shows the panel with all indicators lit.
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Ring Flash RF-11 Macro Flash Controller FC-1 Diffuser FDT-1 Twin Flash TF-22 Flash Adapter Ring FR-1 (optional) Shoe Ring SR-1 Twin Flash TF-22 Diffuser FDT-1 (Page 41) Connector terminal (Page 27) Light emitting window Illuminator (Page 33) .PVOUJOHSJOH Rotation ring Rotation lock button Diffuser mounting groove Tripod screw (Page 41) Shoe ring mount (TF-22 flash section) Tripod screw Release button (Shoe Ring SR-1) Shoe frame CASE FOR MACRO FLASH SYSTEM The semi-hard case can accommodate all of the Macro Flash System components.
Ring Flash RF-11 Macro Flash Controller FC-1 Diffuser FDT-1 Twin Flash TF-22 Flash Adapter Ring FR-1 (optional) Shoe Ring SR-1 Twin Flash TF-22 Diffuser FDT-1 (Page 41) Connector terminal (Page 27) Light emitting window Illuminator (Page 33) .PVOUJOHSJOH Rotation ring Rotation lock button Diffuser mounting groove Tripod screw (Page 41) Shoe ring mount (TF-22 flash section) Tripod screw Release button (Shoe Ring SR-1) Shoe frame CASE FOR MACRO FLASH SYSTEM The semi-hard case can accommodate all of the Macro Flash System components.
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...Flash Controller is pressed when the RF-11 Ring Flash or TF-22 Twin Flash is not going to load the batteries 1. How to be used for a long period. • Carry spare batteries when traveling or when using the flash... in cold areas. • If the Power button of the following product (optional) can also be used as an external power supply (page 49) : • Flash High-Voltage Set...(R6) lithium batteries (FR6 type x 4 • Lithium battery packs (CR-V3 type) (Olympus LB-01) ......... Open the battery compartment cover. 2. Close the battery compartment cover. Insert the ...
...Flash Controller is pressed when the RF-11 Ring Flash or TF-22 Twin Flash is not going to load the batteries 1. How to be used for a long period. • Carry spare batteries when traveling or when using the flash... in cold areas. • If the Power button of the following product (optional) can also be used as an external power supply (page 49) : • Flash High-Voltage Set...(R6) lithium batteries (FR6 type x 4 • Lithium battery packs (CR-V3 type) (Olympus LB-01) ......... Open the battery compartment cover. 2. Close the battery compartment cover. Insert the ...
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...losing it. 3. Attach the hot shoe cover to use the RF-11 Ring Flash : See page 15. • How to the camera. Attach the RF-11 Ring Flash or TF-22 Twin Flash to the Macro Flash Controller. • How to use the TF-22 Twin Flash : See page 27. Loosen the lock ring, then slide the Macro... Flash Control- Turn the lock ring all the way into the hot shoe until it...
...losing it. 3. Attach the hot shoe cover to use the RF-11 Ring Flash : See page 15. • How to the camera. Attach the RF-11 Ring Flash or TF-22 Twin Flash to the Macro Flash Controller. • How to use the TF-22 Twin Flash : See page 27. Loosen the lock ring, then slide the Macro... Flash Control- Turn the lock ring all the way into the hot shoe until it...
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...press and hold the Ring Flash release button. Pulling the cord could damage the connector wire. Memo The Ring Flash and Twin Flash connector terminals are capped. IInsert the RF-11 Ring Flash connector terminal into the Ring Flash connector on the FC-1 Macro Flash Controller until it by ...the connector plug. To ensure safety, the Macro Flash Controller is connected to it...
...press and hold the Ring Flash release button. Pulling the cord could damage the connector wire. Memo The Ring Flash and Twin Flash connector terminals are capped. IInsert the RF-11 Ring Flash connector terminal into the Ring Flash connector on the FC-1 Macro Flash Controller until it by ...the connector plug. To ensure safety, the Macro Flash Controller is connected to it...
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... up. • Replace the batteries if the time taken for the Charge lamp to the Ring Flash connector (page 47). • Both Twin Flash connectors must be capped or the Ring Flash will not turn when the Power button is longer than the values specified below. In this case,... replace the batteries. Memo: Test flash activation To perform test flash activation, press the Test button. Notes: • If the [RING] or [TWIN] indicator on the control panel and battery charging starts. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/...
... up. • Replace the batteries if the time taken for the Charge lamp to the Ring Flash connector (page 47). • Both Twin Flash connectors must be capped or the Ring Flash will not turn when the Power button is longer than the values specified below. In this case,... replace the batteries. Memo: Test flash activation To perform test flash activation, press the Test button. Notes: • If the [RING] or [TWIN] indicator on the control panel and battery charging starts. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/...
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...based on using the Ring Flash. • When plugging or unplugging the Ring Flash connector. Approx. 5 sec. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/ POWER 3. Press the Power button again to turn the Ring Flash off in -house tests at Olympus. Data is not ...required. • When not using batteries all of the same type. Turn the Ring Flash off . Approx. 4 sec. Approx. 3 sec. Batteries used AA (R6) ...
...based on using the Ring Flash. • When plugging or unplugging the Ring Flash connector. Approx. 5 sec. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/ POWER 3. Press the Power button again to turn the Ring Flash off in -house tests at Olympus. Data is not ...required. • When not using batteries all of the same type. Turn the Ring Flash off . Approx. 4 sec. Approx. 3 sec. Batteries used AA (R6) ...
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... Notes • Certain modes may be unavailable depending on the shooting mode set on the control panel. • The mode is switched every time the MODE button is controlled automatically by Usually use this mode with a digital performing pre-flash according to select an unavailable mode. Press the Shutter button of shooting...
... Notes • Certain modes may be unavailable depending on the shooting mode set on the control panel. • The mode is switched every time the MODE button is controlled automatically by Usually use this mode with a digital performing pre-flash according to select an unavailable mode. Press the Shutter button of shooting...
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... effect may become less obvious when the subject does not look at the flash directly from the time the illuminators light until the camera's shutter releases. Red eye reduction lamp function With the Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR camera, the illuminators function as indicators for the... 1 second from the front, the subject does not look at the pre-flash, the subject is dark or lacks contrast. AF Illuminator function With the Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR camera, the AF illuminators can be set between 1 second and 3 minutes (page 46). 2. Hold the camera firmly...
... effect may become less obvious when the subject does not look at the flash directly from the time the illuminators light until the camera's shutter releases. Red eye reduction lamp function With the Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR camera, the illuminators function as indicators for the... 1 second from the front, the subject does not look at the pre-flash, the subject is dark or lacks contrast. AF Illuminator function With the Olympus Four Thirds System digital SLR camera, the AF illuminators can be set between 1 second and 3 minutes (page 46). 2. Hold the camera firmly...
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...distance. If the lamp does not blink, the exposure may be incorrect. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE 1. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/ POWER 2. When flash activation has been performed correctly, the AUTO CHECK lamp blinks for details. In ...this case, you will need to adjust shooting settings such as the lens iris (F). See the following table and set the lens iris (F) according to the lens ...
...distance. If the lamp does not blink, the exposure may be incorrect. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE 1. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/ POWER 2. When flash activation has been performed correctly, the AUTO CHECK lamp blinks for details. In ...this case, you will need to adjust shooting settings such as the lens iris (F). See the following table and set the lens iris (F) according to the lens ...
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... panel applies to select a light intensity adjustment value in the control panel. 1. Turn dial B to the Ring Flash only. [Example] RF-11 Camera Adjustment Light intensity adjustment Actual adjustment setting display on the camera. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/ POWER The light intensity adjustment must...
... panel applies to select a light intensity adjustment value in the control panel. 1. Turn dial B to the Ring Flash only. [Example] RF-11 Camera Adjustment Light intensity adjustment Actual adjustment setting display on the camera. MACRO FLASH CONTROLLER FC-1 MODE LAMP LIGHT RATIO AUTO CHECK TEST/ CHARGE GN/ POWER The light intensity adjustment must...