Nikon SB-26 Instruction Manual - Page 36

Firing Flash TTL Auto Flash H Mode: For F-501/N2020 and F-301/N2000 Users 10 Fully depress shutter release button to fire flash. 11 Recheck ready-light to see if it is blinking. If ready-light blinks for a few seconds after shooting, the flash has fired at its maximum output but the light may have been insufficient. Reconfirm shooting distance and, if necessary, move closer to subject or select a wider aperture (in aperture-priority auto or manual exposure mode) to compensate underexposure. 70 Chapter 3 TTL Auto Flash H Mode: For F-401/N4004 and F-401s/N4004s Users Choosing A Flash Method The SB-26 can be used in the same manner as the camera's built-in TTL flash, but offers more powerful light output and a greater shooting distance range. The SB-26's p setting takes full advantage of the F-401/N4004 and F-401s/N4004s' multi-sensor metering system for flash photography. Is the scene "bright" or "dark," and which is brighter - the subject or background? The algorithm in the metering system checks the amount of light based on these questions, and the camera asks through the viewfinder whether you choose to use the flash or not. In any case, if you decide to use the flash, the camera automatically sets the most appropriate flash method for your shooting situation: Programmed TTL Auto Flash or Standard TTL Flash. Use the chart in the next page to confirm available flash/exposure mode combinations. Programmed TTL Auto Flash When light is low and the flash is needed, the camera asks you to confirm whether you wish to use the flash. If you decide to use it in programmed auto or shutter-priority exposure mode, the right aperture and shutter speed are automatically selected by the camera. Flash output is controlled by the Speedlight to correctly expose the subject. Standard TTL Flash When using aperture-priority auto or manual exposure mode, you will be asked to confirm flash use, the same as above. Flash output is controlled by the Speedlight for a correctly exposed subject. Shutter-speed and/or aperture setting(s) can be selected by the user. Viewfinder prompt: Use flash or not When the SB-26 is attached to the camera but turned off, the camera's viewfinder ready-light g blinks to suggest you use a flash. You can reject or ignore the prompt simply by leaving the SB-26's power off (g continues blinking). 71