Canon SPEEDLITE 540EZ User Manual

2. Using an External Power Supply
The following external power supplies are available for the 540EZ. For
details on use, read the instructions provided with the power supply.
(1) Compact Battery Pack E
• This external battery pack uses six AA-size alkaline-manganese (LR6/AM-3)
or Ni-Cd batteries.
(2) Transistor Pack E
• This external battery pack uses the Canon Battery Magazine TP, which
holds six C-size alkaline-manganese batteries (LR14/AM-2).
• The Ni-Cd Pack TP can also be used.
n recommends that AA-size lithium batteries not be used in this product
its initial high voltage may cause damage to the product,
n recommends the use of Canon-dedicated power packs. Using a non-
n power pack may cause damage to SPEEDLITE 540EZ.
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3. Mounting the Flash
"j Turn the lock nut several
times in the direction of the
arrow to loosen.
2 Slide the flash unit’s mounting
foot fully into the camera’s
accessory shoe until it stops.
3 Turn the lock nut in the oppo¬
site direction to secure the
flash firmly to the accessory
shoe. (The lock pin protrudes
from the bottom of the foot to
lock the flash in place.)
• To remove the flash, loosen the
lock nut by turning it all the way
until it stops, then slide the
mounting foot out of the acces¬
sory shoe.
Even though lock pin holes are not provided on the EOS 650, EOS 620, EOS 750
or EOS 850, the 540EZ can be mounted without any problem.

Canon SPEEDLITE 540EZ Specifications

General

Bounce Angle	Up to 90 degrees
Power Source	4 x AA batteries
TTL	Yes
AF Assist	Yes
Compatibility	Canon EOS cameras
Guide Number	54
Swivel Angle	180 degrees
Weight	400 g
Type	External flash
Coverage	24mm
Flash Modes	TTL, Manual
Tilt Angle	0 to 90 degrees