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Metz MECABLITZ 44 AF-1 - User Manual

Metz MECABLITZ 44 AF-1
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MECABLITZ 44 AF-1 digital
für/for Sony-D-SLR Kameras
mit/with ADI / Preflash-TTL
Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi
Gebruiksaanwijzing Operating instruction
Manuale istruzioni Manual de instrucciones

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety Instructions

Dedicated Flash Functions

Preparing the Flash Unit for Use

Covers the initial steps to get the flash unit ready for operation.

Mounting the Flash Unit

Step-by-step guide on how to attach and secure the flash unit to the camera.

Power Supply

Switching the Flash Unit On and Off

Automatic Unit Shut-off; Auto OFF

Flash Unit LED Displays

Flash Readiness Display

How to interpret the LED that indicates the flash is ready to fire.

Correct Exposure Display

Information on the LED that signals correct exposure in TTL modes.

Flash Mode Display

Explains how the illuminated LED indicates the currently configured flash mode.

Flash Modes

Preflash TTL and ADI Metering

Details TTL flash modes that use preflashes for metering and exposure calculation.

Automatic TTL Fill-in Flash Mode

Manual Flash Exposure Correction in TTL Flash Mode

Manual Flash Mode

Motor Zoom Main Reflector

Auto Zoom

How the reflector automatically adjusts its position based on the lens focal length.

Wide-Angle Diffuser

Mecabounce 52-90

Remote Slave Flash Mode

Modelling Light (ML)

Flash Techniques

Bounce Flash

How to use bounce flash to create softer lighting and reduce harsh shadows.

Bounce Flash with a Reflector Card

Using the integrated reflector card for specific lighting effects, like catchlights.

Flash Synchronisation

Automatic Flash Sync Speed Control

How the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for flash synchronization.

Normal Synchronisation

Details the standard first curtain synchronization for flash firing.

Second Curtain Synchronisation (REAR)

Slow Synchronisation (SLOW)

Preflash Function for Red-Eye Reduction

Automatic AF Measuring Beam

Triggering Control (Auto-Flash)

Care and Maintenance

Firmware Updates

How to update the flash unit's firmware for improved functionality.

Flash Capacitor Forming

Troubleshooting

Technical Data

Optional Accessories

Disposal of Batteries

Metz MECABLITZ 44 AF-1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSlave flash
Flash modesFill-in, Manual
Product colorBlack
Color temperature5600 K
Flash guide number44 m
Approx. number of flashes220 - 450
Approximate recycling time4 s
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamYes
Camera brands compatibilityCanon
Brand specific flash systemsE-TTL I (Canon), E-TTL II (Canon)
Number of batteries supported4
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth106 mm
Width73 mm
Height130 mm
Weight306 g

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