Pentax AF 330 Operation Manual - Page 22

AF SPOTBEAM AF330FTZ features a built-in red spotbeam projector to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-contrast conditions for subjects up to 6m. The AF spotbeam projector operates with camera set to the autofocus mode (AF SINGLE mode with SFX/SFX1 SFXN/SF1N). When using the flash in dark conditions, the spotbeam will be projected automatically depending on the ambient lighting conditions after the flash Ready lamp lights up. With the sync mode switch set to [S.B.], the AF330FTZ can be used exclusively as a focus- ing aid in dim light. Using the AF330FTZ Spotbeam Exclusively as 'a Focusing Aid 1. Set the main switch to the [Ii position. 2. Set the sync mode switch to the [SE) position. 3. Set the camera to the autofocus mode (AF SINGLE mode on the SFX/SF1, SFXN/SF1N). 4. Press the shutter release button halfway down. The AF spotbeam will automatically be projected and the Focus Indicator in the viewfinder lights up indicating that you are ready to shoot. • The AF spotbeam does not work in bright light •When using the AF330's built-in AF spotbeam, conditions. the AF spotbeam built into the SFX/SF1, • If the Fl [O] does not light up in several sec- SFXN/SF1N, or SF7/SF10 will not operate. onds, it means that the subject is hard to auto- • The AF spotbeam on the flash unit works accu- focus. In this case, use the manual focus mode rately only when mounted onto the camera's hot to focus on the subject. shoe. • To change the composition, raise your finger off • The flash does not fire when using the AF330 the shutter release button and press it halfway FTZ spotbeam exclusively as a focusing aid. down again to recompose the picture. 20