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  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 1
    Autofocus Speedlight SB-28 Instruction Manual EEn
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    expose the SB-28 to water as this may result in electric shock or cause the unit to catch on fire. Determine which group your camera belongs to. In this manual, Nikon SLR cameras are divided into seven groups (I to VII) unless otherwise noted. First consult the
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    31-32 P.33-34 P.38-39 P.40-41 A Non-TTL Auto Flash P.42-43 Manual Flash P.46-51 M FP High-Speed Flash Sync P.49-51 Repeating Flash P.52-55 Sensor. * For cameras such as the Nikon F or Nikon F2, refer to Group VII. TTL Auto Flash mode cannot be performed with cameras in this group. If
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    market)* (P.85) Mounting foot locking wheel (P.14) Mount pin (P.14) For cameras featuring a safety lock system. Hot-shoe contacts (P.14) Mounting foot (P.14) of the SB-28 comes with a different shaped connector, Nikon DC Units SD-7, SD-8 and the Power Bracket Unit SK-6 are not compatible. 4
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    mode indicator (P.22) t Ø Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi-Sensor tø Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash, Center-Weighted/Spot Fill-Flash t Standard TTL Flash ƒ Manual Flash (P.46) % FP High-Speed Flash sync (P.49) " Repeating Flash (P.52) ˙ Non-TTL Auto Flash (P.42) 2 Film speed (ISO)/number of
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    SB-28 is designed for use with Nikon cameras, lenses, and accessories. -Using cameras or accessories other than those specified by Nikon may damage the SB-28. -Nikon cannot be held responsible for malfunctions caused by using the SB-28 in ways not specified in this manual, or using the SB-28 with
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    consult the instruction manual provided with your camera for specific information on its use. Notices used in this manual Denotes important *** • AI-P-type Nikkor lenses • AI-S-type or AI-type Nikkor lenses • Nikon Series E lenses • AI-modified Nikkor lenses and others * CPU (Central Processing
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    Speedlight parts 4 LCD panel indications 5 Tips on using this manual 6 About this manual 7 Using control buttons 10 Getting started 11 Loading batteries 12 Adjusting the flash head / Selecting the distance scale 13 Attaching the SB-28 to the camera 14 Turning the SB-28 on and off / Standby
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    45 Manual Flash ƒ Mode (For cameras in all groups 46-51 Repeating Flash " Mode 52-55 Guide Numbers cameras in all groups 80 Autofocus flash operation in dim light (For autofocus cameras only 81-82 Optional accessories 83-85 Tips on Speedlight care 86 Notes on batteries 87-88 Troubleshooting
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    Using control buttons By pressing a single button, you can activate frequently used functions. When two buttons are pressed simultaneously, you can activate functions which are not necessary to set each time. For easy reference, refer to the chart on the back of the built-in bounce card. M ZOOM
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    Getting started Becoming familiar with the SB-28 Before starting to take flash pictures, you should familiarize yourself with various settings and adjustments of the SB-28, regardless of which Nikon SLR camera you are using. 11
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    Loading batteries Four penlight batteries (1.5V or lower) of any of the following types may be used: • AA-type alkaline-manganese (1.5V) • AA-type lithium (1.5V) • AA-type NiCd (rechargeable) (1.2V) • AA-type Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) (rechargeable) (1.2V) NOTE : AA-type high-power manganese
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    SB-28 is preset to meters (m) when the SB-28 is shipped from the factory. NOTE Although meters (m) and feet (ft) appear together in this manual for ease of explanation, they do not appear simultaneously on the SB-28's LCD panel. 13
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    turned off to avoid accidentally firing the flash. 1 Loosen the SB-28's mounting foot locking wheel and slide the SB-28 into the camera's accessory shoe. 2 Tighten the locking wheel. With cameras equipped with a safety lock system, the mount pin is automatically inserted into the locking hole in the
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    the = button for approx. 0.5 sec. Standby function If both the SB-28 and camera are not used for after approx. 80 seconds, the SB-28 shuts off automatically to when the SB-28 is turned on.) When carrying the SB-28 in your camera bag with the standby function set, make sure to turn off the flash unit
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    fires at maximum output. In TTL Auto Flash t or Non-TTL Auto Flash ˙ mode, if the ready-lights on the SB-28 and inside the camera's viewfinder blink for approx. 3 seconds after the picture is taken, the flash has fired at its maximum output, indicating that light may have been insufficient
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    Test firing You can perform simple test firing by pressing the ~ button to ensure that the SB-28 is working properly. 1 Press the = button to turn the SB-28 on. 2 After the ready-light comes on, press the ~ button to fire the SB-28. NOTE If the SB-28 enters the standby mode, press the ~ button once
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    on the SB-28's LCD panel. • The usable film speed in TTL Auto Flash t mode is ISO 25 to 1000. Cameras in Groups III through VII Set the ISO film speed manually in this manner: 1 Turn the SB-28 off. 2 Turn it on again. The film speed starts blinking. 3 Press the { or
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    , 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm and 85mm. (The zoom head is set to either 18mm or 20mm when the built-in wide flash adapter is used.) Cameras in Groups I and II with Nikkor lenses with a built-in CPU 1 The zoom head is automatically adjusted. • Automatic zoom-head positioning is not possible if
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    adjustment, press the ' and { buttons simultaneously for approx. 2 sec. until the small M above ZOOM disappears. Other camera/lens combinations Press the ' button and adjust the zoom-head position manually to match the focal length of the lens in use. • The indicator changes each time you press the
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    the ' and [ buttons simultaneously for approx. 4 sec. until the zoom-head position indicator starts blinking, making it possible to adjust the zoom-head automatically or manually to its six basic settings (24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85mm). 21
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    and available flash modes differ depending on which Nikon camera and lens you are using. The table below shows the auto use with each camera group. -Refer to the reference pages corresponding to your camera. Camera group Recommended auto camera group, refer to the table on the fold-out page at the
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    TTL Auto Flash ˙ and Manual Flash ƒ. In this section, TTL and Non-TTL Auto Flash modes are explained. TTL Auto Flash t : If your camera is in group I out of TTL automatic flash operations. Non-TTL Auto Flash ˙ : If your camera is in Group VII with no TTL Auto Flash t mode available, refer to pages
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    Flash flash modes Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor** Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash* Standard TTL Flash * In combination with the camera's exposure meter and TTL flash sensor, the shutter speed, aperture, and SB-28's flash output are automatically controlled to keep both subject
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    Spot fill-flash reads a narrower central area or spot. Not all Nikon AF cameras provide spot fill-flash. Programmed TTL Auto Flash (Applicable to F- N2000, FM3A, FA, FE2, FG, Pronea 600i/6i, Nikonos V) You manually select a flash output level so that the main subject is correctly exposed regardless
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    modes cannot be used. *4 With a non-CPU Nikkor lens attached to F80-Series/N80-Series cameras, Standard TTL Flash can be performed. (Can only be used with exposure mode set to Manual) The camera's exposure meter cannot be used. Set and confirm the aperture using the lens aperture ring. Monitor
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    FillFlash t Standard TTL Flash 4 Check the shooting distance. A flash shooting distance range of 0.8 to 6m (2.6 to 20 ft) is shown. • With the F5 camera's Custom Setting, you can select 1/300 TTL High-Speed Sync. In this case, you cannot confirm the shooting distance using the indicator bars _ on
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    TTL Auto Flash t Mode For cameras in Group I: F5, F100, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90, F80-Series/N80-Series, F70-Series/N70 The ready-light blinks when the flash fires at
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    check the shooting distance range on the SB-28's LCD panel. • In Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M) mode: Check the indicator bars _ and the subject's distance as you rotate the camera's command dial or lens aperture ring to determine the aperture value. Nikkor lenses without a built-in CPU
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    High-Speed Flash sync operation (F5 only) In combination with the F5 camera, 1/300 High-Speed Flash Sync (with Custom Setting; 1/250 sec. at . In this case, use the guide number table and equation for calculating this distance according to each zoom-head position. Guide number (at ISO 100 for m/ft
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    -Weighted FillFlash/Spot Fill-Flash*6 tø Aperture-priority Center-Weighted auto (A) Metering Manual (M) Spot Metering*3 *1 Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash operation is possible with F4-Series camera when AI-S or AI-type Nikkor lenses, Nikon Series E lenses, and lenses for the F3AF are used. *2 The
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    TTL Auto Flash t Mode For cameras in Group II: F4-Series, F-801s/N8008s, F-801/ N8008, Pronea 600i/6i Flash settings 3 Select the flash mode. -Press the µ button until the desired auto
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    Center-Weighted Fill-Flash/Spot FillFlash t Aperturepriority auto (A), Manual (M) CenterWeighted Metering, Spot Metering*2 *1 G-type Nikkor lenses cannot be used with an F-601/N6006 camera. With a G-type Nikkor lens attached to an F-601M/N6000 camera, the A and M exposure modes cannot be used
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    : -Press the { or } button until the same aperture as displayed on the camera's LCD panel or in viewfinder is set on the SB-28's LCD panel, then range. Nikkor lenses without a built-in CPU • In Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M) mode only: -Press the { or } button until the same aperture on the
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    Nikkor lenses without a built-in CPU Center-Weighted Fill-Flash/Spot FillFlash t Manual (M) * Center-Weighted Fill-Flash/Spot Fill-Flash can only be performed when the camera's exposure mode is set to Manual (M). Flash settings 1 Select the flash mode. -Press the µ button until t appears on
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    -Series/N60, F50-Series/N50 and F-401x/N5005 2 Check the shooting distance according to the lens in use and the exposure mode selected on the camera. Flash shooting distance range With Nikkor lenses with a built-in CPU For F60-Series/N60 and F50-Series/N50 (In Programmed Auto (P) or Shutter
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    For F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50 and F-401x/N5005 (in AperturePriority Auto (A) or Manual (M) mode) Note the aperture set on the lens and set the same aperture on the SB-28's LCD panel by pressing the { or } button. Then
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    TTL Auto Flash AI-S-type Nikkor lenses t AI-type Nikkor lenses Nikon Series E lenses Standard TTL Flash t Other Nikkor lenses Standard Standard TTL Flash t Camera's exposure mode Programmed auto (P) Shutter-priority auto (S) Aperture-priority auto (A) Manual (M) Manual (M) Flash settings 1
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    distance range. Flash shooting distance range Guide to determining aperture : For F-501/N2020 and F-301/N2000 (in Programmed Auto (P) mode) Select the aperture for the film in use from the table (or the aperture set by the camera in aperture-priority auto (A) or manual (M) mode). Press the SB-28
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    sec. for the FM3A, FA, FE2, and 1/90 sec. for the FG, Nikonos V. When setting a shutter speed at a much slower speed, set the camera's exposure mode to Manual (M). • Standard TTL Flash is not possible if the shutter speed is set to M250 or B (bulb) for the FA, FE2, and M90 for the
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    Flash settings 1 Select the flash mode. -Press the µ button until t appears on the LCD panel. 2 Check the shooting distance. -Press the SB-28's { or } button until the aperture set on the lens is set on the SB-28's LCD panel, then confirm the flash shooting distance range. Flash shooting distance
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    Non-TTL Auto Flash ˙ Mode For cameras in all groups In Non-TTL Auto Flash shooting, the SB-28's light the front of the SB-28. -The SB-28 can be used in Non-TTL Auto Flash mode with any Nikon camera/lens combination at any ISO film speed. -You can choose apertures from f/2 to f/16 at ISO 100. Flash
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    's exposure mode to Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M). 4 Set the aperture on the lens. -Set the aperture that appears on the SB-28's LCD panel on the lens. • The subject will be overexposed if you set a larger aperture (smaller f-number) on the camera than on the SB-28, and underexposed if
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    44
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    Advanced operation For handling difficult lighting situations or expressing your ideas In addition to convenient Auto Flash, the SB-28 offers a host of other advanced operations to match your creative ideas or when unusual lighting situations are encountered.
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    Flash ƒ Mode For cameras in all groups Manual flash photography is provided when shooting subjects in which the correct exposure is difficult to obtain in the TTL or NonTTL Auto Flash Mode. Flash
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    Manual Flash ƒ mode.) Camera settings 3 Select the exposure mode. -Set the camera's exposure mode to Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M). 4 Set the aperture. -For cameras by using the guide number equation. (See pages 56-57 on Guide Numbers for determining correct aperture in Manual ƒ and
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    Synchronization in continuous shooting in Manual ƒ mode. The SB-28 is able to recycle fast enough to synchronize with a motor-driven camera firing continuously up to same type batteries must be used in both the SB-28 and optional Nikon DC Units SD-8/8A*, and Power Bracket Unit SK-6/6A*. Allow the
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    speed slower than 1/250 sec., it is recommended to use normal flash operation because the guide number is less in the % mode. • If you set the SB-28's flash mode to a mode other than Manual ƒ % with your camera's shutter speed set higher than 1/250 sec., the shutter speed is automatically set to
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    Manual Flash ƒ Mode For F5, F100, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90 only Flash settings 4 Select the flash mode. -Press the µ button until ƒ appears on the LCD
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    36 8/26 5.7/18 85mm 24/77 17/56 12/39 8.5/28 6/20 % guide numbers vary with the ISO film speed, shutter speed, and zoomhead position. Adjustment 400, with the zoom-head adjusted to 35mm, and a shutter speed of 1/500 sec., the % guide number is 12 x 2 = 24 (m), or 39 x 2 = 78 (ft). Notes on flash
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    Repeating Flash " Mode For cameras in all groups In the " mode, the SB-28 fires repeatedly during a single exposure, creating stroboscopic multiple-exposure effects. This mode is useful when shooting
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    NOTE Frequency (Hz) Flash output level Number of repeating flashes per frame -In the example, at 1/8 flash output level, the flash will fire three times per frame at a frequency of 4 flashes per second. Maximum number of repeating flashes per frame Frequency* M1/8 Flash output level M1/16 M1
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    Repeating Flash " Mode For cameras in all groups Camera settings 3 Set the exposure mode to Manual (M). 4 Set the aperture. -For cameras in Groups I and II with Nikkor lenses with a built-in CPU: Change the aperture on the camera as you watch the indicator bar ¡ on the LCD panel change to match
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    Exposure compensation in Repeating Flash Mode The flash shooting distance calculated in step number 4 is the correct exposure for the first flash in the sequence. Therefore, repeating flash at this flash output level will result in overexposure of the overlapped images. To prevent this, use a
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    numbers help you determine a correct exposure or proper aperture (f/stop) when using the SB-28 in the Manual ƒ or Repeating Flash " mode. • See page 51 for % guide numbers. The guide number represents the amount of light (ISO 100: for m/ft) generated by the flash. With the SB-28, you can calculate
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    other ISO film speeds ISO film speed 25 50 200 400 Factor x 0.5 x 0.71 x 1.4 x 2 800 x 2.8 1600 x 4 For film speeds other than ISO 100, multiply the guide numbers by the factors shown in the above table. For example, if the film speed in the previous example was ISO 400 rather than ISO
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    in bounce card.) Bounce flash shooting using diffused light Normal flash shooting using direct flash Camera settings 1 Select the exposure mode. -Set camera's exposure mode to Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M). 2 Set the aperture. • With bounce flash, there is a 2 to 3 stop light loss or more
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    Flash settings 3 Select a flash mode. -Press the µ button until t or ˙ appears on the LCD panel. 4 Tilt and/or rotate the flash head. -Depress the flash head tilting/rotating lock release button and tilt the flash head up at least 60° to bounce light off the ceiling. • If the angle of the flash head
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    Flash head tilting and rotating angle For bouncing light off the walls or when the camera is held vertically, the SB-28's flash head tilts up to 90° and rotates horizontally 180° (to the left) and 90° (to the right). Always
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    Using the built-in bounce card In bounce flash photography, you can create a highlight in the subject's eyes by using the SB-28's built-in bounce card. This white card reflects a small amount of light directly back to the subject, opening up the shadows and making the eyes look more vibrant. 1 Pull
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    -20 or DW-21, use the optional TTL Remote Cord SC-24. Camera settings 2 Set the exposure mode to Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M). -For cameras with VARI-PROGRAM or SIMPLE mode, close-up flash photography is easy by setting the camera to the Close-Up mode. 3 Set the aperture. -Calculate the
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    Flash settings 4 Set the flash mode. -Press the µ button until t appears on the LCD panel. 5 Position the built-in wide flash adapter over the flash head. • Refer to page 21, Setting the built-in wide flash adapter. 6 Adjust the zoom-head position to 18mm or 20mm regardless of the lens focal length
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    receive sufficient illumination. • In 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash mode with cameras in Group I, you may not be able to obtain correct exposure because distance the lens (D-type Nikkor) is used. In this case, position the camera and SB-28 at equal distances from the subject. 8 Wait for the
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    add additional illumination to the background, you can attach additional Nikon Speedlights in series. Flash shooting with more than one unit is possible with cameras in Groups I through VI and F3-Series cameras. Multiple flash operation in Manual Flash ƒ mode is possible with cameras in all groups.
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    Multiple flash operation in t and ƒ flash modes TTL multiple flash operation Cameras in Groups I through VI and F3-Series 1 Attach the main flash unit to the camera's accessory shoe. • To use the SB-28 off-camera, refer to pages 68-69, System chart for TTL multiple flash, for the correct type of
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    by setting the flash mode selector to manual (M). • These Nikon Speedlights are usable: • SB-29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-23, SB-22s, SB-22, SB-20, SB-18, SB-16B, SB-15 • For more information, refer to the instruction manual provided with the SU-4. SU-4 67
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    Multiple flash operation in t and ƒ flash modes System chart for TTL multiple flash (For cameras in Groups I through VI, plus F3-Series cameras) • SB-11, SB-14, SB-140, and SB-21B Speedlights cannot be used with the F-401/N4004 or F-401s/N4004s as either main or secondary
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    Secondary flash unit B SB-16B SB-24 SB-25 SB-26 SB-28/28DX SB-29 AS-10 B SB-11 SB-15 SB-16B SB-21B SC-23 SB-14 SB-140 B B A SC-18(1.5m) SC-19(3m) AS-10 B SC-18 SC-19 SB-20 SB-22 SB-22sSB-24 SB-25 SB-26 SB-29 SB-28/28DX SB-27 AS-10 SB-16A SB-17 AS-11 AS-11 B B SC-18 SC-19 Using SC-18
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    flash operation in t and ƒ flash modes Manual multiple flash operation (For cameras in all groups) • For speedlights which page 65. 4 Follow the same procedure as in normal Manual flash ƒ mode. • For applicable guide numbers in Manual ƒ mode for each flash output level at each zoom-head position, see
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    to make the foreground subject lighter or darker. (See page 75) 5 Intentional exposure compensation of the main subject in Manual ƒ mode Intentionally set a different aperture on the camera than that set on the SB-28 or change the flash output level. (See page 75) Intentional exposure compensation
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    the shooting range indicator bars_ still automatically change to match the exposure compensation. NOTE With cameras in Group III, make exposure compensation on the camera. The amount of compensation set on the camera does not appear on the SB-28's LCD panel. Flash settings 1 Press the µ button until
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    3 Set the desired exposure compensation. -Press the { or } button to increase or decrease the compensation. • Exposure compensation is possible in 1/3 steps from -3.0 to +1.0 EV. • The shooting range indicator bars _ automatically change according to the amount of exposure compensation. 4 Press the
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    refer to your camera's instruction manual. The SB-28's LCD panel does not display the amount of compensation set on the camera. • With cameras in Groups I amount of exposure compensation. For cameras other than those in Groups I and II, use this chart as a guide in obtaining the correct flash
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    changing the aperture set on the SB-28. Flash exposure compensation in Manual Flash ƒ mode In this mode, you can obtain the correct exposure by using the guide number equations on page 56. -First set the exposure indicated by the camera, then (1) use a different aperture on the camera than that
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    -eye reduction control. • You cannot set red-eye reduction on the SB-28 directly. For more information, refer to your camera's instruction manual. • When red-eye reduction is set on your camera, the SB-28's red-eye reduction LED lights up for approx. 1 sec. before the flash fires to close down the
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    F70-Series/N70, F65-Series/N65-Series, F-601/N6006 and Pronea 600i/6i cameras only) In normal flash synchronization, the SB-28 fires at the beginning of the appears on the SB-28's LCD panel even when this mode is set on the camera. • In multiple flash setups, the main flash unit can be set to either
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    settings 2 Set the flash sync mode to rear-curtain sync. 3 Set the exposure mode. -Set the camera's exposure mode to Shutter-priority auto (S) or Manual (M). • Although rear-curtain flash sync is possible in Programmed auto (P) or Aperture-priority auto (A) mode, it is not recommended because you
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    Additional information Reference section In this section, information on troubleshooting and optional accessories is presented. Following that are tips on Speedlight care, notes on batteries, with the SB-28's specifications coming at the end of the manual.
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    whether the subject will receive the correct exposure by test firing the SB-28 before actually taking pictures. 1 Set the camera's exposure mode to Aperture-priority auto (A) or Manual (M). 2 Press the SB-28's µ button until ˙ appears on the LCD panel. 3 Set the same aperture on both the SB-28
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    Autofocus flash operation in dim light For autofocus cameras only When the light is too dim for normal autofocus operation, the SB-28's AF assist LED will not light up with an F5, F100, F80-Series/N80-Series or F65-Series/N65-Series camera unless the camera's central focus area is selected. 81
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    with the shutter release button pressed halfway, the subject is outside the flash shooting distance range. In this case, set the camera's focus mode selector to manual ƒ and focus manually. To cancel autofocus flash operation with the AF assist illuminator LED Hold down the µ button as you press the
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    slave unit in sync with the master unit to provide TTL, non-TTL, or Manual operation. TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series cameras Dedicated adapter for F3-Series cameras providing TTL flash operation with Nikon Speedlights such as SB-29 and SB-28 featuring ISO-type mounting foot (not designed
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    , use optional Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15. • Use the sync/multiple flash terminal when connecting the SB-28 to other Nikon flash units via sync cords. • When the SB-28 is connected to a camera via a sync cord, it provides neither automatic sync speed setting nor ready-light indication inside the
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    power sources External power source SD-7 External power source SD-8/8A* Power Bracket SK-6/6A* Use only Nikon-approved external power sources Using external power sources other than those specified by Nikon may cause damage to the SB-28. * Available in the European market only. Using an external
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    Tips on Speedlight care Avoid physical shocks Do not drop the SB-28 or hit it against a hard surface as this may damage its precision mechanisms. Never disassemble the SB-28 Never attempt to disassemble or repair the SB-28 yourself. The SB-28 contains high-voltage circuitry which can cause electric
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    Notes on batteries WARNING • Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is accidentally swallowed, call a doctor immediately. Notes on handling batteries • Do not expose batteries to excessive heat. Never store them in the truck or glove compartment of a vehicle during the summer or
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    rechargeable NiCd and Ni-MH batteries • When recharging batteries, be sure to use the battery charger specified by the battery maker and read the instructions thoroughly. Recharging should be done in temperatures from 10° to 30°C (50° to 86°F). • Do not recharge NiCd or Ni-MH batteries with their
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    Troubleshooting Camera Group All camera groups Warning indicator No J indicator appears. Cause • Batteries are not correctly installed. • Battery power is weak. Ref. page 12 16 Ready-light blinks for approx. 3
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    Troubleshooting Warning indications The flash ready-light in the camera's viewfinder will blink: 0 S F90X/N90s viewfinder display is shown. Cameras in Groups I (except F70-Series/N70), II, III, V and VI. -in the t mode, when you press the shutter release button halfway, to warn that the
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    21 7.5/25 8.5/28 9/30 1/64 2.3/8 2.5/8 3.8/13 4/13 4.5/15 5.3/17 6.0/20 6.3/21 • See page 51 for details on guide numbers in FP HighSpeed Sync Flash and see also page 30 for details on guide numbers in 1/300 TTL High-Speed Sync Flash. (Variable in 6 steps, plus 2-steps with built-in wide flash
  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 92
    TTL High-Speed Flash (for F5 only) ˙ Non-TTL Auto Flash • Manual Flash • Flash output setting (7 steps):1/1,1/2, 1/4, 1/8, ƒ 1/16, 1/32, 1/64 (in increments of ±1/3 steps • % High-Speed Sync Flash (for cameras in Group I [except F70-Series/N70]) ƒ" Rear-curtain sync flash Repeating Flash
  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 93
    Power source Optional external power sources Four AA-type alkaline-manganese (1.5V), lithium (1.5V), NiCd (rechargeable) (1.2V), or Ni-MH (rechargeable) (1.2V) penlight batteries. • DC Unit SD-7; uses six C-type alkaline-manganese batteries • DC Unit SD-8/8A; uses six AA-type alkaline-manganese
  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 94
    in Group I (except F5) and Pronea 600i/6i. Automatically fires LED beam toward subject when performing autofocus in dim light or in the dark with Nikon AF cameras. Can be canceled. • Lights up when SB-28 is recycled and ready to fire. • Blinks for 3 seconds when flash fires at its maximum output
  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 95
    TTL Auto Flash with Nikon F-501/N2020, F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004 and F-301/N2000. (ISO 25 to ISO 400 for F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004) : Non-TTL Auto Flash mode *1: TTL Auto Flash t operation is not possible at this film speed. *2: TTL Auto Flash t is possible for cameras in Groups1to 4 and F-501
  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 96
    2.0-3.0 2.0-3.2 2.0-3.6 2.0-4.3 2.0-4.9 2.0-5.1 : Programmed TTL Auto Flash with Nikon F-501/N2020, F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004 and F-301/N2000. is not possible at this film speed. *2: TTL Auto Flash t is possible for cameras in Groups1to 4 and F-501/N2020 and F-301/N2000. For ISO 1000, use an
  • Nikon FSA02911 | Instruction Manual - Page 97
    No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. FUJI BLDG., 2-3, MARUNOUCHI 3-CHOME, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8331, JAPAN Printed in Japan T2B0201603 (S904)
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Instruction Manual
SB-28
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