Sony HVL-F60RM2 User Manual

Help Guide
Flash
HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM
Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your flash unit.
HVL-F60RM: Compatible cameras
For camera models compatible with the HVL-F60RM flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
HVL-F60RM2: Compatible cameras
For camera models compatible with the HVL-F60RM2 flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
HVL-F46RM: Compatible cameras
For camera models compatible with the HVL-F46RM flash unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
Configuring the flash unit for radio wireless flash photography
For radio wireless flash photography, specify the flash unit attached to the camera as the commander unit; and the off-
camera flash unit of which flash operation is wirelessly triggered as the receiver unit.
About this Help Guide
Locating parts and controls/on-screen indicators
Locating parts and controls (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
Locating parts and controls (HVL-F46RM)
Basic operations
Using the control wheel
Using the Quick Navi screen
Using the MENU screen
Direct setting (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
On-screen indicators (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
On-screen indicators (HVL-F46RM)
Preparations
Unpacking
Inserting batteries
Attaching/removing the flash unit to/from the camera
Attaching and removing the mini-stand
Removing/attaching the dust and moisture resistant cover (HVL-F60RM2/HVL-F46RM)
Turning on the power to the flash unit (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)
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Sony HVL-F60RM2 Specifications

General

Type	Compact flash
Display type	LCD
Product color	Black
Flash coverage	20 - 200 mm
Channels quantity	14 channels
Color temperature	5500 K
Shooting distance	30 m
Operating frequency	2400 MHz
Wireless connection	Yes
Approx. number of flashes	60
Approximate recycling time	0.0028 s
Camera brands compatibility	Sony
Brand specific flash systems	TTL
Battery type	AA
Battery technology	Alkaline
Number of batteries supported	4

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	104.6 mm
Width	78.1 mm
Height	143.1 mm
Weight	439 g

Summary

Preparations

Unpacking

Lists all items included in the flash unit package.

Inserting Batteries

Instructions for correctly inserting AA batteries into the flash unit.

Attaching/Removing the Flash Unit

Steps for securely attaching and detaching the flash unit to a camera.

Basic Operations

Locating Parts and Controls (HVL-F60RM/HVL-F60RM2)

Identifies the physical parts of the flash unit on the front and back.

Using the Control Wheel

Explains how to operate the control wheel for settings and adjustments.

Using the Quick Navi Screen

Details how to navigate and change settings via the Quick Navi screen.

Photography Modes

TTL Flash Photography

Guide to using the flash unit in TTL mode for automatic exposure control.

Manual Flash Photography

How to set flash power manually for consistent light output.

Wireless Flash Photography

Setup and operation of radio or optical wireless flash modes.

Customization and Settings

Customizing Button Assignments <CUSTOM KEY>

Assigning custom functions to the flash unit's operational controls.

Resetting Settings <RESET>

Restoring Quick Navi screen settings to their factory defaults.

Restoring Factory Defaults <INITIALIZE>

Restoring all flash unit settings to their original factory default values.