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1. ETTL multiple flash operation 1 Connect the master flash unit to the camera directly Or use the TTL Remote Cord SC 17 SC 24 instead 2 Connect the master flash unit to the slave flash unit s eUse one or more TTL Remote Cords SC 18 SC 19 for direct connection or use these cords in combination with the TTL Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 eUse the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 for remote control of one or more slave flash units in the TTL flash mode 3 Set each flash unit by considering its direction and distance ePlease note that the brightness of flash illumination is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between the flash unit and the subject when the same Speedlight models are used for both the master and slave flash units For example if the flash to subject distance is a reference unit of 1 the brightness will be one half that when the subject is 1 4 times away and one quarter when the subject is twice as far away 4 Turn on all flash units and make sure their standby functions are not activated 5 Set the flash mode on all flash units to TTL 6 Follow the same procedures as in normal TTL Auto Flash TTL mode Note TTL multiple flash operation is not possible with Nikon New FM2 FM10 and FE10 cameras In this case perform manual multiple flash operation using the TTL Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 or Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 Manual multiple flash operation 1 Attach the SB 29
2. C O gt anuso nimast Nikon JAPAN _ Aperture reproduction ratio panel eThe settings and scales on the Aperture reproduction ratio panel are for use with AF Micro Nikkors 60mm f 2 8D 105mm f 2 8D and 200mm f 4D IF ED If you use the AF Zoom Micro Nikkor 70 180mm f 4 5 5 6D ED determine the appropriate figures on the panel depending on a focal length set on the lens Apply this to other lenses eFor example at a 1 5 reproduction ratio with ISO 100 film and the AF Micro Nikkor 60mm lens the usable apertures are from f 4 to f 32 When an over or underexposure warning indication appears with the lens in reverse position or when the reproduction ratio is greater than life size In the above case the correct exposure cannot be obtained using the Aperture reproduction ratio panel Determine the usable aperture by referring to the following Maximum aperture If the overexposure warning indication appears use a smaller aperture larger f number or if the underexposure warning indication appears use a larger aperture smaller f number and reshoot f stop maximum aperture Coefficient flash to subject distance m ft mitt ISO film speed 100 or below 125 400 500 or more Coefficient 2 6 6 4 13 5 6 18 The aperture where overexposed pictures may result in TTL auto flash operation if a larger aperture smaller f number than that is used eFor example when shooting a subject at
3. Autofocus operation in dim light BAF assist illuminator lamp When the light is too dim for normal autofocus operation the SB 29 s AF assist illuminator lamp can be used to illuminate dark subjects 1 Press the AF assist illuminator lamp button to turn the lamp on Ee Q 2 Press the AF assist illuminator lamp button again to turn the lamp off eThe AF assist illuminator lamp turns off automatically when the SB 29 is fired It also turns off after approx 1 min if the SB 29 is not touched Note If the shooting distance is 150mm or less light from the AF assist illumination may appear in the final shot and affect the camera s exposure Therefore be sure to turn off the illuminator lamp before shooting Optional accessories Sync Cord SC 11 and SC 15 Sync Cords SC 11 and SC 15 are handy when you want to use the SB 29 off camera The SC 11 is approx 25 cm 9 8 in long and the SC 15 is approx 1m 3 2 ft long Use Sync Terminal Adapter AS 15 when connecting the SB 29 to cameras not having a sync flash terminal TTL Remote Cord SC 17 and SC 24 TTL Remote Cords SC 17 SC 24 provide TTL Auto Flash operation when the SB 29 is used off camera It comes with one tripod socket and two TTL multiple flash terminals Both the SC 17 and SC 24 are approx 1 5m 4 9 ft long TTL Multi Flash Sync Cord SC 18 and SC 19 Multi Flash Sync Cords SC 18 SC 19 are useful for connecting the SB 29 to the multiple flash termi
4. Manual Flash M mode even when the ready light camera s exposure mode is set to Programmed lights up auto or Shutter priority auto mode Tips on Speedlight care e Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the SB 29 and clean it with a soft clean cloth Never use commercial cleaners containing thinner or benzene as they could damage its plastic parts eWhen storing the SB 29 for two weeks or longer remove the batteries to prevent battery leakage Also once a month insert fresh batteries and fire the unit several times to reform its capacitor and keep the SB 29 in top working order Make sure to turn the power off before removing the batteries e Keep the SB 29 away from chemicals such as camphor or naphthalene Also avoid exposing it to magnetic waves from TVs or radios e Never store the SB 29 in the truck or glove compartment o in front of a heater Notes on Batteries Battery power tends to weaken as the temperature drops At low temperatures the number of flashes decrease and recycling time is longer NiCd Ni MH and lithium batteries feature greater efficiency at low temperatures usable as low as 20 C 4 F Alkaline manganese and zinc carbon batteries are not recommended as their performance become noticeably degraded at 10 C 14 F for alkaline manganese and 0 C 32 F for zinc carbon batteries Please note that battery performance may differ from brand to brand due performance Using lithi
5. AF Micro Nikkor 105mm f 2 8D or 105mm f 2 8 provides autofocus operation when the SB 29 main unit is attached to the lens using the provided 62mm Adapter Ring not 252mm AF Micro Nikkor 200mm f 4D IF or 200mm f 4 IF provides autofocus operation when the SB 29 main unit is attached to the lens using the provided 62mm Adapter Ring AF Zoom Micro Nikkor 70 180mm f 4 5 5 6D ED provides manual focus operation when the SB 29 main unit is attached to the lens using the provided 62mm Adapter Ring Autofocus operation is not possible Using the PC Micro Nikkor 85mm f 2 8D set at the Tilt and or Shift position is not recommended Usable lenses with limited functions e Most Nikkor lenses having a 52mm 62mm or 72mm filter attachment size e These lenses are subject to vignetting AF Nikkors 20mm f 2 8D 28mm f 1 4D and AF Zoom Nikkor 24 50mm f 3 3 4 5D at the 24mm focal length AF Zoom Nikkor 24 120mm f 3 5 5 6D at focal lengths of 24mm 28mm 35mm and 50mm AF Zoom Nikkor 28 70mm f 3 5 4 5D around the 28mm focal length AF Zoom Nikkor 28 85mm f 3 5 4 5 at the 28mm focal length AF Zoom Nikkor 28 105mm f 3 5 4 5D at focal lengths of 28mm and 35mm AF Zoom Nikkor 28 200mm f 3 5 5 6D at focal lengths of 28mm 35mm and 50mm AF Zoom Nikkor 35 70mm f 2 8D at the 35mm focal length e Manual Zoom Nikkor lenses Because the adapter ring rotates while focusing adjust the position of the SB 29 s main unit after focusin
6. both flash modules 5 5 18 7 7 25 11 386 15 5 51 22 72 31 102 35 115 44 144 For only one flash module 6 20 8 5 28 12 39 17 56 24 79 34 112 38 125 48 157 Adjustment factors for film speed other than ISO 100 ISO film speed 25 50 100 200 400 800 1000 1600 Factor x0 5 x0 71 x1 x1 4 x2 x2 8 ore x4 ultiply the guide numbers by the factors shown in the above table main unit TTL Auto Flash Mode In this mode the built in TTL auto flash sensor in cameras so equipped measures the SB 29 s illumination that is reflected back from the subject based on the aperture set on the lens and automatically controls the flash output to ensure proper exposure This mode provides simple and effective flash operation for close up flash photography Note In close up flash photography where exposures are often affected by the ambient light it s a good idea to take additional shots at various exposure settings Refer to Exposure compensation in close up flash photography 1 Set the flash mode selector on the SB 29 to TTL WikONM MACRO SPEEDLIGHT B 29 Mi 4 M TTL IAGNIFICATION 11 3 1 5 110 Ue I o M1 4 AF MICRO MKOR LENSES corr 200mm o 5 6 m 4 lal 2 Set your camera correctly Refer to your camera s instruction manual for details eSet your camera s e
7. have been overexposed In this case use a smaller aperture larger f number and reshoot 5 32745 ozr OF 2 45 64 45 64 E 2 64 64 5 ps FLASH A OF ON STBY EAG oe Fy GN s0100 11 my6tt Nikon a OFF ON STBY FLASK CATG Cou m nu gt O anuso 11myvasit K e 9 f 9mo E Determining a proper flash shooting distance range Using the Aperture reproduction ratio panel with the lens in normal position Use the Aperture reproduction ratio panel on the back of the SB 29 controller to determine usable apertures at the desired reproduction ratio The proper apertures depend on the ISO film speed lens focal length and the desired reproduction ratio Note The figures on the panel are effective f numbers They are not apertures on the lens See Aperture to set on the lens and effective f number A oy Nikon macro sPEEDLIGHT SB 29 M1i 4 M TTL P x MAGNIFICATION Reproduction ratio 11 1 3 1 5 1 10 1 5 represents 1 5x I 7 O M1 4 ISO AF MICRO NIKKOR LENSES Film speed ISO 4 200 60mm 105mm 200mm Focal length of lens in use off H Effective f number 8 Usable apertures aperture N STBY FLASH READY
8. if you measure the subject by placing the ruler on the short side of the viewfinder frame the reproduction ratio is determined by the equation M 21 L E Aperture to set on the lens and effective f number Effective f numbers of macro lenses such as Micro Nikkor lenses vary and the brightness of images on the film decrease when the reproduction ratio increases The relationship between the reproduction ratio and the effective f number is Fe F 1 M where Fe Effective f number actual lens speed F Aperture to set on the lens M Reproduction ratio For example to obtain a 1 1 life size reproduction ratio at an aperture of f 8 set on he lens Fe 8 1 1 16 The effective f number is 16 which is two stops darker Effective f numbers are displayed on the SB 29 s Aperture reproduction ratio panel To obtain the correct exposure in TTL auto flash operation proceed as follows eThe aperture value appearing on the LCD panel or in camera s viewfinder is the effective f number when a Nikkor lens with a built in CPU is mounted on the camera eWhen a Nikkor lens without a built in CPU is mounted or no aperture value is displayed in the viewfinder calculate the effective f number using the above equation fter setting the aperture on the lens Manual Flash J Mode Use Manual Flash M mode if your camera does not feature TTL auto flash operation Flash output levels of M and M1 4 can be selected M Flash fires at f
9. operation is possible if the BR 6 is used with Double Release AR 10 or Double Cable Releases AR 7 AR 4 Adapter Ring UR 3 Dedicated adapter ring for the AF Micro Nikkor 60mm lens providing AF flash operation with the main unit mounted Troubleshooting Warning indicator Cause Reference remedy Ready light does not come on Power switch is turned OFF Turning the SB 29 on and off Batteries are not installed correctly Installing the batteries Battery power is weak Replacing or recharging the batteries Standby function is in operation Power is Standby function automatically turned off Contacts in the battery chamber or battery Clean the contacts or electrodes electrodes are corroded Ready light blinks for approx Subject may have been underexposed Procedure 4 in TTL Auto Flash TTL 3 sec after shooting mode Overexposure warning indicator Picture may have been overexposed Procedure 4 in TTL Auto Flash TTL LED lights up for approx mode 4 sec after shooting Ready light takes longer to Batteries are nearly exhausted Replacing or recharging the batteries light up eLithium batteries become hot by repeated use Allow longer recycling time between which activates their safety circuit cutting off flashes or wait until the batteries cool off power Shutter cannot be released Flash mode selector is set to 1 4 or M and
10. the lens when using a lens having a 62mm filter attachment size eBecause Auto Adapter Ring BR 6 features automatic diaphragm control using the optional Double Release AR 10 or Double Cable Releases AR 7 AR 4 speeds up shooting operation When attaching the lens directly to the camera body SB 29 controller SB 29 main unit BR 2A BR 5 Lens BR 6 52mm adapter ring Camera eSet the lens focus ring to infinity and move the camera body back and forth to focus When using Nikon Bellows Focusing Attachment PB 6 SB 29 controller Lens BR 6 52mm adapter ring SB 29 Bellows Focusing Attachment PB 6 eThe main unit cannot be attached to the Adapter Ring if the lens is in the reverse position with the PB 6 attached eSet the lens focus ring to infinity Setting both flash modules or either flash module The SB 29 is equipped with two flash modules Using the flash module selector you have three options 1 To fire both flash modules simultaneously 2 To fire the left module only or 3 To fire the right module only This is convenient for taking close up flash photographs when you want to emphasize the contrast between the highlight and shadow areas Only right module fires Both modules fire Only left module fires Guide number Guide numbers at full flash output in Manual Flash mode m ft ISO film speed 25 50 100 200 400 800 1000 1600 For
11. 9 and camera are not used for after approx 80 seconds the SB 29 shuts off automatically and the ready light goes out to conserve battery power To turn the SB 29 on again after it enters the standby mode eLightly press the camera s shutter release button ePress the SB 29 s FLASH button once in this case the flash does not fire or eSet the power switch to the ON position The standby function cannot be used elf the SB 29 is mounted on Nikon F3 Series cameras using TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS 17 elf the SB 29 is mounted on Nikon New FM2 FM10 or FE10 cameras elf the SB 29 is mounted on Nikon FA or FE2 cameras and the shutter speed is set to M250 or B bulb elf the SB 29 is mounted on Nikon FA or FE2 cameras when Motor Drive MD 12 is mounted elf the SB 29 is mounted on Nikon FG cameras and the shutter speed is set to M90 or B bulb In the above cases set the SB 29 s power switch to ON or OFF Test firing With the power switch set to ON or STBY you can perform test firing to ensure that the SB 29 is working properly Check that the ready light comes on then press the FLASH button per R OFF ON STBY 4 i mam Q gt A Oye Lior eOther Speedlights connected to the TTL multiple flash terminal or sync terminal will fire as well E Replacing or recharging the batteries Checking battery power Re
12. GNIFICATION M1 4 M TTL 22 11 1 3 1 5 110 INUL N o M1 4 23 ISO AF MICRO NIKKOR LENSES 25 50 100 200 400 800 60mm 105mm 200mm 28 4 56 8 28 4 56 8 11 r 28 4 s6 8 11 16 4 56 8 11 16 22 g B 5 6 8 11 16 22 32 INT 24 8 11 16 22 32 45 ol 11 16 22 32 45 64 of 16 22 32 45 64 22 32 45 64 F Accessories FLASH eS ee READY 52mm 262mm 72mm Adapter Rings C OB anusoroo 11imast Nikon JAPAN Hard Case SS 29 Aperture reproduction ratio panel 1 AF assist illuminator lamp button 16 Battery chamber lid 2 Modeling illuminator button 17 Ready light 3 TTL multiple flash terminal 18 FLASH button Remove the terminal cover from the 19 Flash module selector terminal and turn it counterclockwise by Firing both flash modules at the same time 90 when using the TTL multiple flash or either independently can be selected terminal 20 Light reducer setting dial 4 Sync flash terminal The ratio of the brightness of the right 5 Light reducer flash module to the left one or vice versa 6 Flash modules can be set to 1 4 using the built in light 7 AF assist illuminator lamp reducer 8 Flash mode indicator LED 21 Adapter ring mounting buttons 9 Flash mode selector 22 Reproduction ratio scale 10 Overexposure warning indicator LED 1 5 represents 1 5x 11 Power s
13. Nikon Macro Speedlight Instruction Manual T9L0500202 S720 11 Foreword Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Macro Speedlight SB 29 an easy to use flash unit offering you the most convenient system for close up flash photography in combination with Micro Nikkor lenses To get the most out of your new SB 29 read this instruction manual thoroughly before use and keep it handy so that you can refer to it whenever necessary Tips on using the Speedlight eBefore using this unit read Tips on Speedlight care and For safe handling of the Speedlight on the reverse side of this sheet eTake some trial shots Before taking important flash photographs take some test shots to ascertain the SB 29 is working properly eUse only Nikon approved equipment The SB 29 is designed for use with Nikon cameras lenses and accessories Using cameras or accessories other than those specified by Nikon may damage the SB 29 Nikon cannot be held responsible for malfunctions caused by using the SB 29 in ways not specified in this manual or using the SB 29 with a camera made by another manufacturer For details on appropriate Nikon cameras lenses and accessories read each product s instruction manual Nomenclature Lane Niko M n PEEDLIGHT SB 29 4 Controller 8 Xion 9 ae SRY 10 11 Se Ny 12 13 Controller 14 ARAN ee Nikon vacro sPeeDLiGHT sB 29 MA
14. TL Flash is automatically determined according to your camera and lens combinations You cannot select an appropriate flash mode on the SB 29 For details on available flash modes read each camera s instruction manual Matrix Balanced Fill Flash Based on the ambient light the flash output is automatically controlled to keep both subject and background correctly exposed using the camera s Matrix Metering System Standard TTL Flash Flash output is manually controlled to emphasize the main subject against the background The main subject is correctly exposed regardless of the brightness of the background Installing the batteries 1 Set the SB 29 s power switch to OFF then slide down the battery chamber lid in the direction of the arrow and lift it off 32 64 45 64 FLASH VE OFF ON ee READY gt mma 11 m 36 tt Nikon Japa a LOCK 2 Install four penlight batteries following the and symbols inside the battery chamber Reattach the battery chamber lid by aligning the indices on the lid and the flash unit and sliding it up as it will go Four AA type penlight batteries of any of these types are usable 1 Zinc carbon 1 5V 2 alkaline manganese 1 5V 3 lithium 1 5V 4 rechargeable NiCd 1 2V and 5 Ni MH Nickel Metal Hydride 1 2V For more information on batteries refer to Notes on Batteri
15. a distance of 0 25m 0 82 ft using ISO 100 film the correct aperture is f stop 2 coefficient 0 25 m flash to subject distance 8 f stop 6 6 coefficient 0 82 ft flash to subject distance approx 8 From the above equation use an aperture smaller than the f 8 larger f number in the TTL mode Exposure compensation in close up flash photography In close up flash photography it s recommended to take additional shots with varying exposures to ensure getting the correct exposure Plus compensation Minus compensation Exposure compensation in TTL Auto Flash TTL mode eMake exposure compensation on the camera to match the shooting situation Refer to your camera s instruction manual for details on how to make exposure compensation eWhen shooting a subject containing highly reflective surfaces use some plus compensation When the background is very dark or the subject is in deep shadow use some minus compensation eNormally you can compensate exposures within a range of 2 EV to 1 EV eWhen minus compensation is made the overexposure warning indicator LED may light up In this case set a smaller aperture larger f number on the lens then make minus compensation again Exposure compensation in Manual M mode elntentionally change the aperture set on the camera or lens aperture ring eWhen you want an overexposed picture set a wider aperture smaller f number For an underexpo
16. are provided OFF ON and STBY standby eAt ON and STBY positions the SB 29 is turned on eAt STBY position the SB 29 automatically turns itself off after approx 80 seconds to conserve battery power if the flash is not used Number of flashes and recycling times Batteries Min recycling time approx No of flashes approx AA type zinc carbon 10 sec 50 AA type alkaline manganese 3 sec 300 AA type NiCd 700mA 2 sec 120 AA type Ni MH 2 sec 170 AA type lithium 1 5V 4 sec 350 1 With fresh batteries 2 Duration until the ready light comes on after firing at full manual output 3 Total number of flashes when fired at full manual output with an interval of 30 seconds between flashes eNumber of flashes are greater in TTL Auto Flash and M1 4 flash output modes Flash mode selector TTL M or M1 4 mode selectable Ready light eLights up when SB 29 is recycled and ready to fire eBlinks for 3 seconds when flash fires at its maximum output indicating light may have been insufficient in TTL mode Overexposure warning indicator LED Lights up for approx 4 sec after shooting to indicate that the picture may have been overexposed Built in light reducer Sets the ratio of the brightness of the right flash module to the left one or vice versa to 1 4 FLASH button ePerforms test firing for correct exposure determination eCan turn the SB 29 on again after the unit enters stand
17. by mode Flash duration approx At full flash output 1 1400 sec with both flash modules 1 1250 sec with single flash module At 1 4 flash output 1 5500 sec with both flash modules 1 3300 sec with single flash module Modeling illuminator Lights up for approx 3 sec when both modules are fired if flash is completely recycled Repeat firing at approx 40 Hz Other features Sync multiple flash terminal provided Dimensions W x H x D Main unit Approx 119 x 133 x 28 5 mm 4 7 x 5 2 x 1 1 in Controller Approx 69 x 106 5 x 88 5 mm 2 7 x 4 2 x 3 5 in Weight Approx 410g 14 5 oz without batteries Accessories supplied 3 Adapter Rings 252mm 62mm 72mm Hard Case SS 29 All performance data is for operation at normal temperatures 20 C 68 F Specifications and design are subject to change without notice For safe handling of the Speedlight Warnings eDo not attempt to disassemble repair or modify the flash unit yourself as it houses high voltage circuitry that can cause an electric shock Also these action may cause the unit to malfunction resulting in bodily injure to yourself elf the flash unit is dropped and damaged do not touch any exposed interior metal parts as it houses high voltage circuitry that can cause an electric shock Remove the batteries and take the Speedlight to your local Nikon dealer for repair elf you detect heat smoke or the smell of burning coming from the Spee
18. cuit disassemble or heat batteries this may cause them to explode or catch on fire eAlways follow the warning instructions printed on batteries to prevent them from becoming hot leaking corrosive liquids catching on fire or exploding eWhen recharging NiCd or Ni MH batteries be sure to use the battery charger specified by the battery maker and read the instructions thoroughly Do not recharge NiCd or Ni MH batteries with their terminals reversed in the charger or before the batteries have cooled off sufficiently as this may cause them to leak corrosive liquids become hot catch on fire or explode eNon rechargeable batteries such as zinc carbon alkaline manganese and lithium batteries should never be charged in a battery charger as they may become hot catch on fire explode or leak corrosive liquids eAlways use the batteries specified in this instruction manual Using other batteries may cause them to become hot or catch on fire
19. dlight stop operation immediately and turn the flash unit off Let the flash unit cool off before removing the batteries Then take the flash unit to your local Nikon dealer for repair eThe SB 29 should not be exposed to rain or saltwater as this may result in an electric shock or cause the unit to catch on fire Also never touch the flash unit with wet hands eDo not operate the flash unit in an environment containing a combustible gas as this may cause the unit to catch on fire or result in an explosion eKeep batteries out of the reach of children If a battery is accidentally swallowed call a doctor immediately eWhen replacing batteries replace all four at the same time Also do not mix battery types or brands or use old with new batteries Otherwise the batteries may catch on fire or explode due the possible leakage of corrosive liquids ein the event that corrosive liquids do seep from the batteries avoid touching the liquids Certain types of batteries contain strong alkaline liquids which can cause chemical burns If the alkaline liquids stick to your skin or clothes wash immediately with running water Caution eDo not fire the flash directly into a person s eyes at close range as this may cause temporary blindness eKeep the SB 29 out of the reach of children This will prevent them from swallowing accessories batteries or receiving an electric shock eDo not throw used batteries into a fire Do not short cir
20. e eWith Micro Nikkor lenses mounted on the camera refer to the Aperture reproduction ratio panel For example when shooting with an AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D lens using ISO 100 film determine an appropriate aperture by referring to the Aperture reproduction ratio panel At a 1 5 reproduction ratio the effective f numbers for the correct exposure are f 32 at Manual full and f 16 at Manual M1 4 flash output eWhen a Nikkor lens with a built in CPU is mounted on the camera and when you set the aperture in the camera s viewfinder or on the LCD panel the aperture value appearing on the LCD panel or in camera s viewfinder is the effective f number Set this value on the camera eWhen a Nikkor lens without a built in CPU is mounted or no aperture value is displayed in the viewfinder calculate the effective f number using the aperture set on the lens according to the reproduction ratio then determine an appropriate aperture by referring to the Aperture reproduction ratio panel For example At a 1 10 reproduction ratio the effective f number is approx 1 3 of an f stop smaller than the aperture set on the lens At a 1 5 reproduction ratio the effective f number is approx 1 2 of an f stop smaller than the aperture set on the lens At a 1 3 reproduction ratio the effective f number is approx 2 3 to 1 f stop smaller than the aperture set on the lens At a 1 1 reproduction ratio the effective f number is approx 2 f stop
21. es Caution elf corrosive liquids seep from the batteries avoid touching them Certain types of batteries contain strong alkaline liquids that can cause chemical burns If the alkaline liquids stick to your skin or clothes wash immediately with running water eWhen replacing batteries replace all four at the same time Do not mix battery types or brands and do not use old with new batteries Otherwise the batteries may catch on fire or explode due the possible leakage of corrosive liquids Turning the SB 29 on and off Standby function E Turning the power on and off 1 Set the SB 29 s power switch to ON or STBY position 11 16 22 32 45 64 22 32 45 64 32 45 64 45 64 VER OFFFON STBYPLASH peany a Jo OPD at ri Nikon JAPAN a LOCK eThe standby function is activated if the power switch is set to STBY 2 Check that the ready light comes on T 16 2273274576 2 32 45 64 i 2 64 Ny J OVER OFF ON STBY LY 4 ooo cos G gt anuso 11ml gS eAfter the SB 29 is turned on the ready light lights up as soon as the SB 29 is recycled and ready to fire eWhen the SB 29 is not used move the power switch to the OFF position to avoid turning the power on accidentally E Standby function With the power switch set to STBY position if both the SB 2
22. g Lenses attachable but virtually unusable eAF Nikkor lenses having a ring that rotates during AF operation Lenses not attachable eMost Nikkor lenses not having a 52mm 62mm or 72mm filter attachment size E Usable cameras and available flash modes Nikon cameras usable with the SB 29 for TTL and Manual flash operations Usable camera Available flash mode F5 F100 F4 Series FQ90X N90s F90 Series N90 atrix Balanced Fill Flash F70 Series N70 F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 including Multi Sensor Balanced Pronea 600i 6i F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 ill Flash and Center Weighted F 601 N6006 F 601 N6000 F 401x N5005 ill Flash Spot Fill Flash anual Flash F 501 N2020 F 301 N2000 F3 Series FA Standard TTL Flash FE2 FG anual Flash F 401s N4004s 8 F 401 N4004 New FM2 8 FM10 FE10 anual Flash only Sold exclusively in the USA Sold exclusively in the USA and Canada TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS 17 is required 2 TTL Auto Flash operation is not possible with Nikon FA or FE2 cameras when the shutter speed is set to M250 or B bulb and with Nikon FG cameras when the shutter speed is set to M90 or B bulb TTL Auto Flash operation is not possible with the Nikon F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 New FM2 FM10 and FE10 cameras Use Manual flash operation instead For your information TTL Auto Flash mode Matrix Balanced Fill Flash or Standard T
23. horizontally to match the subject or your individual preferences Manual flash operation in two full and 1 4 flash output levels is possible o M1 4 Gp LENSES 105mm 200mm Firing both flash modules at the same time or firing either independently can be selected The brightness of the flash module can be reduced to approx 1 4 flash output by using the built in light reducer eBe sure to set both flash modules to fire eVarious illumination patterns where the brightness is different on the right and left sides of the subject is possible when the subject is 0 2m 0 7 ft or less from the main unit Usable lenses and cameras E Usable lenses The SB 29 is designed for use especially with Micro Nikkor lenses to realize the maximum benefits of the flash unit eUse the appropriate adapter ring when attaching the SB 29 to the lens Note Other Nikkor lenses having a ring that rotates or moves forward or backward during AF operation may not autofocus correctly or may damage the lens or camera s autofocus mechanism due to the weight of the main unit Therefore do not perform autofocus operation but use manual focus instead Micro Nikkor lenses providing maximum benefits AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D provides autofocus operation when the Adapter Ring UR 3 optional is attached to the lens and the SB 29 main unit is attached to the UR 3
24. nal of the SC 17 SC 24 or AS 10 for TTL multiple flash operation The SC 18 is approx 1 5 m 4 9 ft long and the SC 19 is approx 3 m 9 8 ft long TTL Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 Use Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 when connecting more than three flash units together for TTL multiple flash operation or if the slave flash units are not equipped with multiple flash terminals The AS 10 comes with one tripod socket and three TTL multiple flash terminals Sync Terminal Adapter AS 15 The Sync Terminal Adapter AS 15 is necessary when using Sync Cords SC 11 SC 15 to connect the flash unit to cameras not having a sync terminal Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 Useful for multiple flash photography the SU 4 s light sensor not only triggers the slave unit to fire in sync with the master unit but controls the flash duration of the slave unit in sync with the master unit TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS 17 for F3 Series cameras Dedicated adapter for F3 Series cameras providing TTL flash operation with Nikon Speedlights such as SB 29 and SB 28 featuring ISO type mounting foot not designed for F3 Macro Adapter Ring BR 2A Used for attaching the SB 29 to lenses with a 52mm filter attachment size in the reverse position Auto Adapter Ring BR 5 Used with the BR 2A for attaching the SB 29 to lenses with a 52mm filter attachment size in the reverse position Auto Adapter Ring BR 6 Used for attaching the SB 29 to lenses in the reverse position Automatic diaphragm
25. nchro circuits exceeds a certain level you may not be able to take second shot after the first In this case disconnect the master flash unit from the camera This resets the circuits so you can resume shooting eTo prevent the above from happening take care that the combined total of the coefficients in the table below for all flash units used together does not exceed 20 at 20 C 68 F or 13 at 40 C 104 F Speedlight Coefficient SB 29 SB 28 SB 27 SB 26 SB 25 SB 24 SB 22s SB 14 SB 11 SB 140 SB 23 SB 21 SB 17 SB 16 SB 15 4 SB 22 6 SB 20 9 Refer to Optional accessories for sync or remote cords Read each product s instruction manual for details on connections Multiple flash operation using the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 eTTL or Manual multiple flash operation is possible by using the camera s built in Speedlight or a Speedlight mounted on the camera s hot shoe as the master flash unit and one or more Speedlights mounted on Wireless Slave Flash Controllers SU 4 as the slave flash units eThe SU 4 s built in light sensor not only detects when the master flash unit fires to trigger the slave flash unit but also controls the flash duration of the slave flash unit in sync with the master flash unit eThese Nikon Speedlights are usable SB 29 SB 28 SB 27 SB 26 SB 25 SB 24 SB 23 SB 22s SB 22 SB 20 SB 18 SB 16B SB 15 eRead the SU 4 s instruction manual for more details 1
26. ng the built in light reducer intentional shadows can be created by changing the brightness of the right or left flash module or upper or lower when the unit is positioned vertically Ratio of the left to the right 1 1 4 Ratio of the left to the right 1 4 1 The output of the flash module can be reduced to approx 1 4 by using the built in light reducer Turn the light reducer setting dial all the way until it click stops eBe sure to set both flash modules to fire when using the light reducer E Attaching the main unit to the lens With the lens in normal position 1 Depending on the lens filter attachment size attach one of the provided adapter rings to the lens 2 Press the adapter ring mounting buttons on both sides to attach the main unit to the adapter ring eKeep pressing the adapter ring mounting buttons as you attach the main unit to the adapter ring then remove your fingers to secure it eYou can adjust the position of the flash modules by rotating the main unit while lightly pressing the adapter ring mounting buttons With the lens in reverse position Set the lens in the reverse position when taking pictures at a large reproduction ratio Refer to the illustrations below These optional accessories are necessary eMacro Adapter Ring BR 2A Auto Adapter Ring BR 6 eAuto Adapter Ring BR 5 is also necessary between Macro Adapter Ring BR 2A and
27. place or recharge the batteries if the ready light takes the amount of time shown in the table to light up between flashes when the flash mode selector is set at M Type of batteries installed Ready light takes Remedy Zinc carbon Alkaline manganese More than 30 seconds to light up Replace batteries Lithium More than 10 seconds to light up NiCd rechargeable Ni MH rechargeable More than 10 seconds to light up Recharge batteries Attaching the controller and main unit The SB 29 consists of the controller and main unit Attach the controller to the camera and the main unit to the lens or to the front of the controller eWhen attaching the SB 29 to the camera or lens be sure to turn off the SB 29 E Attaching the controller to the camera 1 Loosen the SB 29 s mounting foot lock nut all the way and slide the mounting foot into the camera s accessory shoe ie a LE ensoraoh ninae 2 Tighten the lock nut by rotating it in the direction of the arrow FLASH READY yet N FE ON STE os Eee OS just nikon SAP engscrao tinast E Detaching the controller from the camera Loosen the SB 29 s mounting foot lock nut all the way and gently pull out the mounting foot elf the lock nut doesn t loosen easily do not force it Push the foot forward gently once in the direction of the white arrow and try loosening the lock nut again E Attaching
28. s smaller than the aperture set on the lens 4 Wait for the SB 29 s ready light to come on before taking the picture Multiple flash operation You can use additional flash units to eliminate harsh shadows cast by the subject on the background or to create special lighting effects not possible with a single flash unit Flash shooting with SB 29 and another unit Flash shooting with SB 29 only eMain unit attached to the lens eMain unit attached to the eFlash modules set horizontally with controller both modules fired eFlash modules set vertically with eSubjects on a milky white acrylic the upper module fired panel illuminated from the rear using a second flash unit Multiple flash operation can be accomplished in two ways 1 By connecting a Speedlight to the camera using a sync or remote cord such as TTL Remote Cords SC 17 or SC 24 or TTL Multi Flash Sync Cords SC 18 or SC 19 2 By mounting a Speedlight on the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 In both cases TTL multiple flash operation is possible with Nikon cameras having a TTL Auto Flash mode capability Manual multiple flash operation is possible with any Nikon camera eRead your Speedlight and accessories instruction manuals for details Multiple flash operation using a sync or remote cord eSB 11 SB 14 SB 140 and SB 21B Speedlights cannot be used with Nikon F 401 N4004 or F 401s N4004s cameras ein multiple flash operation if the electric current in the sy
29. sed picture use a smaller aperture larger f number Reproduction ratios and the Aperture reproduction ratio panel Determining the reproduction ratio For Micro Nikkor lenses in normal position read the number engraved on the lens focus ring It is usually in the form of 1 n or 1 n When using Nikon Bellows Focusing Attachment refer to its instruction manual For other lenses follow these procedures to determine the reproduction ratio 1 Place a ruler in the same plane as the subject then read the subject s length as seen in the viewfinder oe LEENI A III The subject s length is 21mm 10 20 in this example 4 Bo FP OC BD 2 Calculate the reproduction ratio by using this equation M 36 L whereM Reproduction ratio 36 Length of the long side of the viewfinder frame varies depending on camera in use L Length of the subject as seen in the viewfinder eThe viewfinder frame size is 24 x 36mm for cameras having 100 frame coverage and 21 x 32mm for cameras with 90 frame coverage ein the above example the viewfinder frame size is 24 x 36mm Since the subject appears as approx 21mm along the long side of the viewfinder frame the reproduction ratio M is M 36 21 approx 1 7x If you measure the length of the subject by placing a ruler along the short side of the viewfinder frame use this equation M 24 L Or if the viewfinder frame size is 21 x 32mm the reproduction ratio M is 82 21 approx 1 5x Likewise
30. the main unit to the controller Press the adapter ring mounting buttons on both sides to attach the main unit to the controller eKeep pressing the adapter ring mounting buttons as you attach the main unit to the controller then remove your fingers to secure it eThe main unit can be rotated up to 90 allowing horizontal or vertical positioning of the flash modules Note With certain lenses the shadows cast by the front of the lens may appear on the subject if both modules are fired when set vertically In this case use the upper flash module only Using the modeling illuminator you can also check if there are shadows cast by the front of the lens before taking pictures Refer to Checking the lighting effects before shooting However when looking through the viewfinder of cameras with less than 100 frame coverage you may not see the shadows cast by the front of the lens even when using the modeling illuminator because the area appearing on the film is greater than the viewfinder image Check these settings on the SB 29 before shooting Flash mode Three flash modes TTL Auto Flash Manual Full Flash or Manual M1 4 Flash are available using the flash mode selector The TTL Auto Flash mode is recommended because determining the proper exposure in close up flash is very difficult Manual M1 4 flash output i Manual full flash output M1 4 M TTL TTL auto flash mode Light reducer By usi
31. to the camera s accessory shoe Connect the SB 29 to the sync flash terminal of the slave flash unit s eUse the same cords as used for TTL multiple flash operation or Sync Cords SC 11 or SC 15 eUse the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 for remote control of one or more slave flash units in the Manual flash mode Set each flash unit by considering its direction and distance See the note in item 3 above regarding the relationship between brightens of flash illumination and distance Turn on all flash units and make sure their standby functions are not activated Set the flash mode of all the flash units to Manual M Follow the same procedures as in normal Manual flash M mode Checking the lighting effects before shooting Modeling illuminator Using the modeling illuminator you can check how the subject will be illuminated and see how the shadows will look before actually taking pictures 1 Set the SB 29 and your camera then focus on the subject 2 Wait for the ready light to come on before pressing the modeling illuminator button as you look through the viewfinder 4 eThe modeling illuminator will not light up unless the ready light is on eWhile the modeling illuminator button is pressed the modeling illuminator lights up for a maximum of approx 3 seconds when both modules are fired if the flash is completely recycled Of course the duration varies if the flash is not completely recycled
32. ull output M1 4 Flash fires at 1 4 of the full output eTo obtain the correct exposure at a reproduction ratio of less than 1 10 determine the aperture using the SB 29 s guide number and the shooting distance eAt a reproduction ratio of 1 10 or greater it is difficult to obtain the correct exposure because the aperture and the effective f number may differ Note In close up flash photography where exposures are often affected by the ambient light it s a good idea to take additional shots at various aperture settings Refer to Exposure compensation in close up flash photography 1 Set the flash mode selector to M1 4 or M 2 Adjust your camera eSet your camera s exposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M eSet your camera s metering system to any setting eThe shutter speed is automatically set to the flash sync speed except Nikon New FM2 and FM10 cameras Or you can intentionally set the shutter speed to one slower than the flash sync speed For Nikon New FM2 and FM10 cameras manually set the shutter speed to the flash sync shutter speed or slower Set the appropriate aperture on the camera or lens aperture ring eAt a reproduction ratio of less than 1 10 use this equation to determine the correct aperture f stop aperture guide number flash to subject distance m At a reproduction ratio of 1 10 or greater the above equation is not recommended as it is difficult to obtain the correct apertur
33. um batteries rated voltage 1 5V eLithium batteries incorporate internal safety switches When they become hot their safety circuits are activated cutting off power Battery power will recover if you stop using them and allow them to return to normal temperatures Using rechargeable NiCd and Ni MH batteries e Overcharging and excessive use may shorten battery life Always make certain to turn the SB 29 off when not in use e Because flash consumes a large amount of battery power rechargeable batteries may not operate properly before reaching the end of their stated life span or the number of charging discharging as specified by the battery manufacturer a vehicle during the summer Also do not place it o modifications or improvements in Specifications Electronic construction Automatic silicon controlled rectifier and series circuitry Power source Four AA type zinc carbon 1 5V alkaline manganese 1 5V lithium 1 5V NiCd rechargeable 1 2V or Ni MH rechargeable 1 2V penlight batteries Guide number at ISO 100 m 11 for both flash modules 12 for single module at full flash output 5 5 for both flash modules 6 0 for single module at M1 4 flash output Angle of coverage Covers picture angle of 20mm lens flash modules set horizontally and 24mm lens flash modules set vertically at a distance of 1m 3 3 ft with 35mm film cameras Power switch eThree positions
34. witch 23 ISO film speed scale 12 Mounting foot 24 Effective f number aperture 13 Hot shoe contacts 25 Focal length of lens in use 14 Mounting foot lock nut 26 Proper exposure range 15 Alignment indices No reproduction in any form of this manual in whole or in part except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION NIKON CORPORATION FUJI BLDG 2 3 MARUNOUCHI 3 CHOME CHIYODA KU TOKYO 100 8331 JAPAN Printed in Japan cc OB Major features of the SB 29 The SB 29 consists of the main unit and controller Attach the main unit to the lens or to the front of the controller to take effective close up flash photographs With the SB 29 you can shoot ultra close up photographs of flowers insects or small objects in the TTL auto flash mode The main unit can be attached to the lens to take close up flash photographs eThe main unit can be rotated while pressing the adapter ring mounting buttons lightly allowing you to set the flash modules at any position to match subject conditions or your creative preferences eClose up flash photography with a lens mounted in the reverse position is possible Optional Adapter Rings are required The main unit can be attached to the controller to take close up flash photographs As shown in the illustration the main unit can be rotated up to 90 The position of the flash modules can be set vertically or
35. xposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M mode Programmed auto P aperture not selectable and Shutter priority auto S modes are not recommended because choosing an appropriate shooting distance range to match the reproduction ratio is difficult eSet your camera s metering system to Matrix Metering Center Weighted Metering or Spot Metering eThe shutter speed is automatically set to the flash sync speed Or you can intentionally set the shutter speed to one slower than the flash sync speed Because the SB 29 features the same TTL flash operations as the SB 22 or SB 22s refer to them in the flash photography section of your camera s instruction manual if the SB 29 is not listed 3 Set the aperture on the lens or camera eDetermine an appropriate aperture by referring to the Aperture reproduction ratio panel on the back of the SB 29 controller Refer to Determining a proper flash shooting distance range 4 Wait for the SB 29 s ready light to come on before taking the picture eYou can also use the ready light in the viewfinder of your camera elf the ready light on the SB 29 or in the viewfinder blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture smaller f number and reshoot elf the SB 29 s overexposure warning indicator LED lights up for approx 4 seconds after shooting this indicates the picture may

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