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Vivitar 365 User Manual

Vivitar 365
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Vivitar 365 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Source4 x AA batteries
Flash ModesManual
Swivel HeadYes
Tilt HeadYes
CompatibilityStandard Hot Shoe
TypeHot Shoe Flash

Summary

Before You Begin

About Your Flash

Details the Vivitar Model 365's capabilities, zoom system, and automatic exposure control.

Getting Acquainted

Advises users to study the manual, familiarize with controls, and practice with the flash.

Description of Controls

Optional Accessories

Power Sources

Load LVP-1 Power Pack and attach strap

Step-by-step guide for loading batteries and attaching the power pack strap to the flash.

Assembly

Attach Clamp Band and Quick Release Clamp

Instructions for attaching and adjusting the clamp band and quick release clamp to the flash unit.

Mount your camera on the Bracket

Guidance on securely mounting a camera onto the camera bracket.

Attach Camera Bracket to Quick Release Clamp

Steps to connect the camera bracket to the quick release clamp.

Connect power cord to flash and LVP-1 Power Pack

Procedure for connecting the power cord between the flash and the power pack.

Mount Remote Sensor Unit on camera hot shoe and connect Remote Sensor Cord to flash

Instructions for mounting the remote sensor and connecting its cord to the flash.

Operation

"Form" the Capacitor

Monthly maintenance procedure to ensure peak flash operating efficiency.

The Zoom Flash Head

Explanation of the zoom flash head's functionality and adjustable positions for coverage.

The 21mm Wide-Angle Panel

Details the use and attachment of the 21mm wide-angle panel for wider lens coverage.

Set the Zoom Flash Head

Program the Remote Sensor Unit

Set Camera Controls

Set your camera controls

Instructions for configuring camera settings like f-stop and shutter speed for flash synchronization.

You're Ready!

Final confirmation step to ensure the flash is ready for use after setup.

The Sufficient Light Indicator

Manual Operation

Distances Beyond the Automatic Operating Range

Provides a formula for calculating correct exposures beyond the flash's automatic range.

Selective Depth of Field Control

Utilizing flash for manual depth of field control with zoom lenses.

Model 365 Specifications

Automatic Operation

Technical specifications for the flash's automatic exposure modes.

Manual Operation

Technical specifications related to the flash's manual operating modes.

Power Specifications

Details power sources, number of flashes, and recycle times.

General Specifications

Covers flash duration, angles of illumination, color temperature, and connections.

Vivitar 365 Zoom Thyristor Flash System Accessories

Charge 60

Description of the 60-minute recharger for NC-4 NiCad battery packs.

12 VDC Cord for Charge 60

Optional power cord for recharging NC-4 batteries from a 12-volt vehicle receptacle.

NC-4 NiCad Battery Pack

Details the optional rechargeable NiCad battery pack for use with the Charge 60.

Vari-Power 2

Accessory providing continuously variable manual flash power output.

SB-5 AC Adapter

Adapter for using the flash with 110 AC household current.

3 Meter Sensor Extension Cord for 365

Extends the distance between the flash unit and remote sensor for special effects.

Color Wide Filter Kit

Kit including various filters for wide-angle and creative lighting effects.

Filter Kit

Kit containing normal filters (UV, ND-4, 85B) for various lighting adjustments.

AP-2

Spare alkaline battery holder designed for 8 C alkaline batteries.

35mm Bracket

Camera bracket for 35mm cameras that attaches to the 365 clamp or Pistol Grip.

6 X 6 Bracket

Camera bracket for 6x6 (21/4 x 21/4) cameras, attaching to the 365 clamp or Pistol Grip.

Sensor Adapter-1

Attaches to camera brackets to securely hold the remote sensor.

SL-2 Remote Flash Trigger

Wireless trigger for automatically firing remote flash units in multi-light setups.

Umbrella w/Bracket

Accessory designed for achieving soft bounce lighting effects with the flash.

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