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Repeating RPT flash operation

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6 Repeating (RPT) flash operation What is Repeating flash operation In Repeating flash operation, the Speedlight fires repeatedly during a single exposure, creating stroboscopic multiple-exposure effects. This operation is useful when shooting fast-moving subjects. When using cameras compatible with CLS, the SU-800 controls the flash output of the remote flash units (such as the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800), which are divided into three groups (A, B, and C), independently for each group. • Be sure to read the user's manual of the Speedlight in use. Usable Speedlight SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600 Notes on Repeating flash operation • The SB-R200 cannot be used. • Setting the flash units in group A or B to fire or cancel is not possible using the [A B] select button. Use the flash mode setting. • Be sure to use fresh batteries and allow enough time for the flash to recycle between each repeating flash session. • Also, because of the slower shutter speeds, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera/flash shake. Items to be set in Repeating flash operation The following items can be set on the SU-800 in Repeating flash operation. • Channel number (1, 2, 3, 4) • Group name (A, B, C) • Setting the flash units in each group to fire or cancel • Manual flash output level, the frequency and the number of repeating flashes per frame Settings in the Repeating flash operation Set the Commander/Close-up select switch on the SU-800 to Commander function. Then, press and hold down the [SEL](FUNC.) button for approx. 2 seconds to toggle between the Repeating and Commander flash operations. • Confirm that the RPT is displayed. Display in Repeating flash operation 93 z Other functions

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Repeating (RPT) flash operation
What is Repeating flash operation
In Repeating flash operation, the Speedlight fires repeatedly during a single
exposure, creating stroboscopic multiple-exposure effects. This operation is
useful when shooting fast-moving subjects. When using cameras compatible
with CLS, the SU-800 controls the flash output of the remote flash units (such as
the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800), which are divided into three groups (A, B, and C),
independently for each group.
•
Be sure to read the user’s manual of the Speedlight in use.
Usable Speedlight
SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600
Notes on Repeating flash operation
•
The SB-R200 cannot be used.
•
Setting the flash units in group A or B to fire or cancel is not possible using the [A
B]
select button. Use the flash mode setting.
•
Be sure to use fresh batteries and allow enough time for the flash to recycle between each
repeating flash session.
•
Also, because of the slower shutter speeds, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent
camera/flash shake.
Items to be set in Repeating flash operation
The following items can be set on the SU-800 in Repeating flash operation.
•
Channel number (1, 2, 3, 4)
•
Group name (A, B, C)
•
Setting the flash units in each group to fire or cancel
•
Manual flash output level, the frequency and the number of repeating flashes per frame
Settings in the Repeating flash operation
Set the Commander/Close-up select switch on the
SU-800 to Commander function. Then, press and hold
down the [SEL](FUNC.) button for approx. 2 seconds
to toggle between the Repeating and Commander
flash operations.
• Confirm that the RPT is displayed.
Display in Repeating flash
operation