Nissin MG8000 User's Manual
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1. In this case reset this F Stop on you camera As for the traditional type film cameras no ISO information or F Stop information is transferred by the camera In this case set ISO value at the Advanced function page of MG8000 Press set for 2 seconds the screen goes to the Advanced Function page for Av mode Advanced custom setting is prepared in this mode Sub Flash Function page 14 Manual Zoom Setting page 15 Universal Slave Function page 18 In additional to the Manual power mode the universal slave function supports Av operation mode Setting Slave flash Select the slave mode SD or SF and set the desired F stop and ISO speed on the Slave flash As for setting Master flash follow to the instruction manual in the Universal slave page at Manual power operation Page 18 21 Multiple Flash Mode Repeat flash Stroboscopic flash The mode to be set on the camera M Repeating the flash illumination on the subject freezes the sequence of motion in one frame of picture In this mode the power level frequency and the number of flashes are to be set on the flash unit in advance Power Ratio Uncontrolled manual power is provided in 5 steps from 1 8 to 1 128 power Frequency 1 Hz to 90 Hz frequency can be set Flash Times 1 time to 90 times can be set Set the camera mode to M on your camera Set the shutter speed on your camera in accordance with the guide table in the nex2. D Nissin Di866 A B C Nissin Di866 Mark II Nia Nikon SB800 Nissin MG8000 Nikon SB900 Nissin Di866 Nikon SU 800 ete es commander Nissin Di866 Mark II Nissin Di622 Mark Il Nikon SB700 A B Nikon SB800 Built in Camera flash Nikon SB900 ee D700 D90 D7000 Nikon SB910 D300 D80 D800 A B Nikon SB600 D200 D300s Nikon SB R200 E ig Built in Camera flash Nikon SB700 A B C D70s D70 A x Channel 1 Group A only 24 Remote flash Slave flash There is no limit of the number of slave flashes to set at one time It is however recommended to set maximum 3 pcs in one group as it may cause interference between flashes depending on the photographic conditions Use a flash stand to set the slave flash The stand provides the flash shoe and can stay either on the flat surface or be placed on the tripod or light stand by the screw provided at the bottom When setting MG8000 to slave flash it is recommended to cancel the auto off setting or set it to 60 minutes at the Custom Settings Ref page 30 Refer your flash instruction manual for this function which may differ according to the flash model At Remote flash mode MG8000 is set automatically for manual zoom setting and its reflector position is set for 24mm to cover the wider range of illumination It is possible to set the desired flash coverage angle manually by select button 4 gt Place the slave flash in consideration to 1 The slave fla
3. BASIC OPERATION Inserting batteries Usable batteries Alkaline batteries Lithium batteries NiMH batteries 1 Remove the battery magazine and insert 4 x size AA batteries as shown in the picture 2 The battery compartment is specially designed so that every cell is placed in the same direction to avoid the confusion in poor light condition 3 symbol is clearly marked at the battery compartment 4 Place the battery magazine back into the body When the recycle time becomes longer than 20 seconds replace the batteries with the fresh ones or recharge the batteries rechargeable batteries It is recommended to use all 4 batteries in same brand and type and replace them all at the same time Wrong insertion of each cell would not make electric contact MG8000 has energy saving double power off function 1 The power is automatically turned off to stand by mode in about 30 seconds of idle use on the camera or after the last setting is made To save the battery energy you can select the display off setting from the custom setting In this case the display screen turns off in about 8 seconds of idle use While MG8000 is in the stand by mode display screen turns off and the pilot lamp blinks every 2 seconds showing the flash unit is in stand by mode To turn on MG8000 again press the camera s shutter button halfway or press any button of the flash unit 2 Incase the MG8000 is not
4. Nissin DIGITAL MG8000 EXTREME DIGITAL TTL POWER ZOOM FLASH INSTRUCTION MANUAL Type N NISSIN JAPAN Nissin Nissin Japan Ltd Tokyo http www nissin japan com Nissin Marketing Ltd Hong Kong http www nissindigital com Design and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice MG0412N REV 1 2 Thank you for purchasing a Nissin product Before using this flash unit please read this instruction manual and refer your camera owner s manual carefully to get a better understanding of proper operation to enjoy flash photography Nissin MG8000 Extreme type Nikon is designed for Nikon digital SLR with the latest TTL flash control system and features Nissin s original rotating color display easily guiding its operations It works automatically with Nikon i TTL auto flash systems Please note that MG8000 Extreme type N is not usable with other branded cameras for TTL operation UNIQUE FUNCTION The color display automatically rotates to allow for easy operation in both the horizontal and vertical positions SIMPLE OPERATION When attaching MG8000 to the camera the basic flash exposure operation is fully controlled by the camera It is the same idea as when you use the built in camera flash but placed on the hotshoe SPECIAL FEATURES MG8000 is featuring exetreme high heat resistance to obtain more than 1000 times continuum emitting with full power without over
5. 5 5 5 6 5 Te 7 5 1 128 25 3 3 5 4 4 5 5 5 5 1 15000 1 22000 TROUBLE SHOOTING Va The flash unit does not start charging Batteries are not correctly installed gt gt gt Install batteries to correct direction Batteries are exhausted The flash unit does not flash The flash unit is not firmly clipped on the camera The flash unit is automatically powered off gt gt gt Turn on the switch again The flash picture is overexposed or underexposed gt gt gt Use FE lock gt gt gt Set to TTL mode or select other power level x gt gt gt Replace the batteries if the recycle time is beyond 20 sec gt gt gt Mount the flash unit firmly on the camera s hot shoe There is a reflective object or strong lighting near the subject The unit is set for manual exposure mode at wrong distance 37 In case of the following reasons of the defect it may void the warranty Please refer to the respective warrantee condition for details which varies from different countries 1 The product is not used in accordance with the instruction of the owner s manual 2 The product is repaired or modified by the one who is not an authorized repair service provider 3 When the product is used with the inapplicable cameras lens or adaptors or such accessories produced by the third party 4 Fault or defect caused by fire earthquake flood public pollution and such natural acc
6. the latest high heat Table A resistance system which can achieve up to Flash times Flash Interval H at full power 1900 meS Continuous flash at full power 4500 ond Using in different environment may affect the performance 200 1000 7 seconds Table A Data result is based on a room temperature 25 C environment Different environment temperature may affect the performance External flash diffuser For wide angle or portrait flash photography the light should not be too sharp or too strong to the subject Use the equipped flash diffuser to soften the light When the flash diffuser is put on the zoom will be sat to default 24mm automatically Bounce Lighting When taking a picture of a baby or small children do not shoot the flash straight onto them Bounce the light off the ceiling or wall so that it won t scare them When pointing the flash to a subject in front of the wall it creates an unexpected sharp shadow on the wall which results in poor picture quality Bounce the light off the ceiling or wall to soften the light over the subject and the shadow fades out Turn the flash head upwards or sideway The wall or ceiling in this case should be flat surface and white color is preferable Colored ceiling or wall may reflect its color on the subject 33 External Power Pack Socket When using an external power source the number of flashes is increased and the recycling time is shortened Th
7. 8000 supports this function at A mode and TTL mode By setting this function on the camera you will get continuous flash pictures in the different exposure effect on each frame Exposure compensation ratio number of picture frame is to be set on the camera Refer the operation manual of the camera for details 31 Red eye reduction To prevent the subject s eyes from appearing red MG8000 fires three controlled flashes just before the picture is taken Red eye reduction can be combined with slow sync Red eye reduction flash is produced at all modes of MG8000 Refer the operation manual of the camera for details Fv Lock MG8000 offers this function at Aand TTL mode Focus the main subject and press lt AE L gt button on the camera or lt AF L gt button on some camera Exposure value on the main subject is memorized in the flash Aim the viewfinder center over the main subject and release the shutter Slow Shutter Synchronization All modes in MG8000 support the slow shutter synchronization The flash is controlled at a slow shutter speed to trace the correct exposure on both the main subject and back ground in low light conditions or at night The slow shutter speed produces a blurring effect of the subject and a sharp flash beam freezes the moment A combination of slow shutter and flash light creates a motion image in the still picture 32 OTHER FEATURES Continuous flash MG8000 has
8. MG8000 can be used with non hotshoe cameras Some came provide a flash synchronization contact at x terminal instead of hotshoe For this type of cameras MG8000 has a x terminal socket for flash synchronization A standard sync cable in the market is usable Off camera shoe cord Optional MG8000 can be used together with Nissin SC 01 Off Camera Shoe Cord The cord provides a TTL hot shoe at main body ras It enable to attach two flash units on the top of camera and the off camera side at the same time Nissin SC 01 Shoe Cord SPECIFICATIONS Usable cameras Nikon i TTL flash system SLR and hotshoe type Compact digital cameras ref Nissin official website for camera models Guide No 60 198 at 105mm focal length ISO 100 m ft 40 132 at 35mm focal length ISO 100 m ft Wattage 83 Ws at full power Illumination coverage 24 105mm 18 mm with external wide angle diffuser 4 x LR6 batteries Size AA Ni MH or lithium batteries usable 150 1500 flashes according to the mode with alkaline batteries Power source Battery life Energy Saving Come to Stand by mode in 30 seconds and Power off timer can be set Recycle timer 5 5 seconds with fresh alkaline batteries for full power i TTL for Nikon digital SLR cameras Automatic exposure metering by external photo sensor Flash Exposure Manual exposure Power ratio available Ref G No table AF assist light Effective range of ap
9. by the photo sensor built in the flash unit instead of TTL metering Select your desired F Stop on MG8000 and set this F Stop on your camera The intensity of flash light is automatically controlled for the most proper exposure within the certain area of distance Set the camera mode to M or A on your camera MANUALIAV Set the mode on MG8000 From the 6 icons screen M A Th select 4 gt M Av and set Select gt Av and set OF Stop is displayed in the screen in accordance with the ISO setting on the camera Manual Av Select 4 gt your desired F Stop and set on the flash Av Mode unit Press on off switch to lock the value Press it again to release the lock Set the same F Stop on your camera The display screen shows the F Stop selected the camera subject maximum distance for the proper exposure and the focal length set on the camera The flash light is automatically controlled within the _FStop AZoom distance area The shortest distance for the proper exposure is approximately 1 0m 3ft from the camera to the subject The distance varies by changing the focal length and F Stop set on MG8000 This Av mode of MG8000 is not coupled with camera s aperture setting The aperture setting on the flash unit is not controlled by the camera When changing the ISO setting on the camera the F Stop of the flash unit is automatically reset for such corresponding ISO value 20
10. camera s modes listed above MG8000 will automatically and fully work in i TTL automatic flash control system A Automatic Manual Telop can be set Set MG8000 to the camera s hotshoe and press the on off switch to power Manual Any shutter speed M Manual on f stop combination can be set Display screen shows A Press set and the display TTL turns to the screen of 6 icons TL M Select TTL by select button 4 gt and set Or the A Ay Vv display returns back to the A mode screen in about 8 44 y seconds The TTL flash exposure compensation value 0 0Ev is shown as a default setting TTL flash exposure compensation is provided in 19 steps by 0 3Ev increment from 3 0 0 to 3 0Ev Bl race LEV Zoom 11 12 Select lt q the compensation value you desire TTL and set 3 EV 1 3 To keep this value on your flash press on off switch to lock Press it again to release the lock 24mm Take a picture and the aimed subject is shown with required a lighting effect by keeping the exposure level of background as originally expected On some cameras the TTL flash exposure compensation can be set on the camera When the flash exposure compensation is set on the flash unit this value is to be counted in addition to the compensation value you set on the camera The display screen of the flash unit however shows the exposure compensation value set on the flash unit Set the cam
11. ction page 18 MG8000 has a universal wireless remote flash system as a slave unit You can enjoy creative flash photography with multiple lightings from the various directions 2 slave modes are provided in accordance with the flash system of the master flash Slave Digital SD for digital pre flash system and Slave Film SF for an analogue flash system are available SD In this mode MG8000 synchronizes to pre flash system The master flash is to be set at i TTL mode SF In this mode MG8000 synchronizes to the traditional single flash system The master flash is to be set at manual mode Studio strobe lighting system synchronizes to this mode This mode also responds to open flash and to traditional type flash units in the market How to find SD or SF Select SD on your slave flash and release your camera s shutter to flash your master flash The slave flash flashes if the Master flash is SD and does not flash if the Master flash is SF If your slave flash is set at SF it flashes against both of SF and SD flash system To set MG8000 to the slave function mode move cursor To to Slave line at Advanced function page and continuously select 4 gt SD or SF in accordance with the system of the master flash you set M function screen Setting of Master and Slave flash Setting Master flash The master flash to be set is one unit only Place the master flash on the camera and switch it on and set to Manual funct
12. e following external power pack is available as an option Using external power pack with MG8000 latest Nissin Power Pack PS 300 500 flashes 0 7 sec Battery NiMH battery Operation Modes Recycle time high heat Nikon SD 8A SD 9 200 flashes 1 5 sec resistance system can achieve up even better performance without overheating problem caused by repeating flash continuously Please note that the basic operation is controlled by the main batteries battery magazine in the flash unit and when the main batteries are exhausted the flash control system does not work Replace the batteries when recycle time becomes longer than 20 seconds by main batteries only The overheat system may turn on under certain conditions It will be automatically reset after 15 minutes of stationary AF assist light emitter Under the low light condition or in a dark place AF assist light will automatically emitt the red colored beam and illuminate the subject so that the camera can easily focus the subject in darkness 34 USB Service Port Tired of your flash no longer working whenever a new camera comes onto the market A firmware upgrade service is available for the MG8000 which provides a service terminal to upload the latest software A service charge for the firmware upgrade will be applied varying with different region Please check at your local dealer for details about the update service X terminal
13. e or electric shock Do not touch the flash unit with wet hands or use in the water The flash unit carries high voltage inside and it may cause an electric shock Do not shoot the flash unit directly at the driver of automobiles or such vehicles Do not set the flash window close to the human body and shoot which may get scalded Place the batteries correctly in position Placing the batteries in wrong polarity may cause leakage exothermic heat or explosion Do not touch the metal parts after long time flashing which may get scalded AN This sign refers the damage or defect Do not leave or store the flash unit in the temperature over 40 C such as in the automobile The flash unit is not water resistance Keep the unit away from rain snow and humidity Do not use benzene thinner or other alcoholic agents to clean the unit Do not use this flash unit with the cameras which are not recommended in compatibility list at official website otherwise it may damage the camera s circuitry Remove the batteries when not in use for a longer period of time Do not have a heavy impact to the flash unit nor throw it onto a hard surface floor When using the external power pack read the safety instructions carefully and follow the operation manual menclature X terminal Flash head USB service port Wireless transmitter External service Sub Flash box Remote Slave sensor Power Pack socke
14. era s mode select the flash exposure compensation value and take pictures Almost all jobs are automatically done by the camera with such compensation of the flash exposure value and you just manually control the camera only 13 An ADVANCED CUSTOM SETTING enables you to enjoy creative flash photography For advanced flash photography the following two functions can be set on your flash Sub Flash Function MG8000 provides an extra small flash below the main flash This small flash gives a fill in light while bouncing the main flash Bouncing the light may shadow the underside of face and this fill in flash brightens up the shadow On the TTL function screen press the set button for 2 seconds TTL Advance page appears Select Subflash and continuously select 4 the power and set or wait for 8 seconds to returns to the TTL ue EV function screen 0 0 The following 8 powers are prepared in accordance with the ae photographic situation Subflash power Guide No at SO100 TTL e 1 1 Eull power 12 Sukran oi 1 2 8 5 1 4 6 1 8 4 1 16 3 1 32 2 1 64 15 1 128 1 This subflash function is available only at bounce photography and the mark SUB appears when tilting the flash head When the flash head is set at the normal position this mark disappears Manual Zoom Setting The reflector position of MG8000 can be set manually To get an illuminat
15. heating problems Assorting with Nissin Power Pack PS300 is suggested enables blazing fast and maximizes the extreme performance In additon MG8000 provides many advanced flash functions such as Wireless TTL off camera flash technology high speed shutter synchronization frequent repeat flash system External Av priority setting etc are supported Compatible cameras Please refer Nissin s compatibility chart shown in its home page for details and recent updates http www nissin japan com or http www nissindigital com AFETY INSTRUCTIONS These safety instructions refer to important information on how to use this product safely and properly Please read the following instructions before using the product A De This sign refers the danger or serious damage The flash unit contains high voltage electric parts Do not try to open or repair the flash unit Return it back to the repair service station or the store you bought it from Do not touch the inside parts from the opening when the unit was dropped or broken Do not shoot the flash directly to the eyes at short distance It may damage the eyes When taking a flash picture especially toward a baby it is recommended to keep the flash unit at least 1 meter 3 3feet away from the subject Or use diffuser or bounce the light to the ceiling or wall to soften its intensity Do not place the flash unit near any flammable gas chemical or such liquids It may cause fir
16. idents 5 in the case that the product is stored in dust moisture extremely high temperature or such poor conditions 6 Scratch blemish crush or worn out by a violently use or treatment 7 Guarantee card without the name of place purchased or the date of purchase stamped or no guarantee card 38
17. ilot lamp To turn off the flash unit manually press the on off switch and hold it for 2 seconds SETTING THE MODE AND THE FUNCTION A The modes to be set on the camera i Full Auto P Program S Shutter priority A Aperture priority M Manual Night Y Macro Z Sport Z Kids Scene wa Portrait depending on the camera model In all the camera modes listed above MG8000 will automatically and fully work in i TTL automatic flash control system Set MG8000 to the camera s hotshoe and press the on off switch to power on Display screen automatically shows A the Full Automatic Mode MG8000 is now set for the camera s automatic flash control AUTO system Press the on off switch once again to lock this condition on 24mm your flash Press it again to release the lock All the jobs required for this mode are completed When the pilot lamp turns green press the shutter button of your camera halfway to focus the subject Shutter speed aperture and flash mark 4 are shown in camera s view finder and the display panel of the camera Press the shutter and MG8000 is fired The result is immediately shown on the camera s LCD monitor Flash power is automatically controlled by the camera and the most proper exposure is obtained on your picture When you change the focal length of your camera lens MG8000 responds without delay and sets its light source for the proper illuminatio
18. in use over 30 minutes the unit is completely turned off To turn on MG8000 again take the first step of turning the flash unit on In case of using MG8000 in off camera use mode Wireless TTL flash slave Universal Slave function it is recommended to change the turn off timer at the Custom setting ref page 30 The mode and the value set on the flash unit before turning off is memorized and returns in the same condition when switch it on again Mounting MG8000 on the Camera Turn off the power switch of both MG8000 and the camera N Turn the lock ring of MG8000 to loosen it all the way as shown in the picture Slide the mounting foot of MG8000 into the hotshoe of the camera 9 4 Turn the lock ring to opposite direction and tighten it a Lock pin comes out to hook the foot at the hotshoe for sure contact Removing MG8000 from the Camera Loosen the lock ring and slide the mounting foot of MG8000 off the hotshoe of the camera Make sure to turn the lock ring all the way to completely clear the lock pin off the hooking slot on the hotshoe Turn on the flash unit Press the on off switch Screen A appears and the mode A is set The pilot lamp blinks red showing the unit is charging In a few seconds the pilot lamp turns green The display screen automatically turns off in about 30 seconds after the setting job is terminated For a test flash press the p
19. ion area different from the picture frame either wider or narrower field manual zoom setting makes sense When using MG8000 with non dedicated camera or traditional film type camera the reflector position of MG8000 does not respond to the camera lens movement In this case use this Manual Zoom Setting On the TTL function screen press the set button Set for 2 seconds TTLAdvance page appears Select SM Zoom and continuously select 4 gt on and set Set or wait for 8 seconds to returns to the TTL function screen Be aware that now your MG8000 will not adjust the zoom setting automatically when you change the focal length of your lens until you will have returned to M Zoom Off on the TTL Advanced page 15 Manual Power Opertion The mode to be set on the camera M or A Flash Power can be adjusted manually The photographer can set the desired exposure manually by the most appropriate power in combination with the aperture value set on the camera 22 different power from full power to 1 128 power by every 1 3 stops are available Set the camera mode to M or A on your camera Set the mode of MG8000 From the 6 icons screen select M Avandset gt S Select q gt M and set Set Select q p your desired power and setQ The camera subject distance for the most proper exposure FTE is determined by the film speed ISO and the F stop set M Mode on the camera MANUALIAv This dis
20. ion mode or set to the camera s built in flash on Make sure which mode you chose digital pre flash flash system or analogue flash system Setting Slave flash MG8000 Multiple numbers of flashes can be set Switch MG8000 on and select the appropriate slave system either SD or SF When flash is set to the slave function the red A slave 2 LED starts blinking every 2 seconds showing the o slave function is in order Make sure the mode o i slave 3 slave you set SD or SF which should couple with the master flash system Camera with C master flash Set slave flash at any place and direct the flash head as you desire Slave sensor in the slave flash is facing to the camera or to the master flash Use the included flash stand Place MG8000 on to the flash stand which can be placed either on a flat place or on the tripod by the screw Metal type accessory shoe is not recommended since it may give electric damage on the electrical contact of the flash hotshoe When setting MG8000 to the slave function the zoom setting system is automatically set for the Manual Zoom at 24mm position The zooming position can be selected manually to any other position available In this mode the auto off timer is recommended to set at 60min or be cancelled off The sensing angle of the slave sensor is 100 approx 19 Av Mode Operation The mode to be set on the camera M or A The flash light is automatically controlled
21. me operation procedures instructed above The group can be chosen freely from A B or C but the channel of this bundle of wireless flash system is to be set in one common channel The flash mode and the value can not be set on the Remote flash but they are set by the Master flash only 27 SETTING THE SLAVE FLASH CREATIVE FLASH LIGHTING Set Master flash Set Slave flash flashes Make sure the channel and its group setting are correct Attach the Master flash to the camera and place the Slave flash flashes at any desirable place within the system operation area which is approximately 7 to 10 meters between the Master and Slave flash flashes depending on the setting condition 28 7 Custom settings A variety of custom settings enable you to customize your MG8000 From 6 icons select q gt S Custom setting mode and set e Select S the item to be customized and set 4 gt the value to customize SETTING 10 custom settings are prepared A TIL vi My TTL TTL Exposure level custom setting TTL exposure level is accurately calibrated for standard balance in accordance with Nissin s standard If any adjustment is however required or if you like to set your own preferable level it can be adjusted for about 3 Ev by every 1 3 steps Modeling Illuminating the subject to find its lighting efficiency A short pulse of flash light released by the test button illuminates the subjects and monito
22. n angle The lens focal length you set is shown in the display screen of the flash unit 10 The flash illumination coverage of MG8000 responds to the lens focal length of 24mm to 105mm full size format film camera standard Set the camera s mode select the focal length and take pictures with MG8000 on your camera MG8000 is a supplement to help you taking a creative and live picture While you are taking pictures in Full Automatic mode almost all jobs are automatically done by the camera and you just control the camera only Mode Shutter Speed Aperture Setting Control on the camera AUTO Automatic Automatic Automatic P Automatic Automatic Automatic Any available S Manual Automatic shutter speed can be set Any available TTL TTL Flash Exposure Value Compensation With the latest TTL flash control system the flash power level is always automatically controlled by the camera for the most appropriate exposure You can soften or weaken the flash light or give more light to the subject without changing the environmental or background exposure effect The MG8000 can possibly make it quicker control the flash output for each individual picture The modes to be set on camera i Full Auto P Program S Shutter priority A Aperture priority M Manual Night Y Macro Ze Sport Z Kids Scene A Portrait depending on the camera model aa In all those
23. n the screen when pressing the switch The flash will stop function until you press it again to release This is available for all modes Those customized values and conditions are effective on all modes and memorized even when the flash unit is switched off To reset the customized value or conditions select Reset choose Yes and set Set All the memorized data is cancelled and MG8000 is reset to the default value and condition 30 Functions by Camera setting You do not need to set the flash unit for these functions High speed shutter synchronization This function is available at A mode and TTL mode MG8000 produces FP flash beam and synchronizes to the highest shutter speed set on the camera To capture subject with softening off the back ground in daylight synchronization photography the shutter speed is to set at higher than the regular synchronization speed When the camera shutter is set at the faster shutter speed a mark FP is shown in the display screen on MG8000 and the flash system is automatically set for FP flash beam Rear curtain synchronization All modes except Multiple flash mode are available for this sync system In rear curtain sync the flash fires just before the rear curtain closes By using this function at slow shutter speeds a moving subject will appear with moving marks behind Refer to the operation manual of the camera for details mi Auto Flash Bracketing 0 MG
24. prox 0 7 to 10m 2 3 to 33 ft Color Temperature 5600 K at full power flash Flash Duration 1 300 seconds full power flash 1 300 1 30 000 seconds controlled flash FP flash for high speed synchronization Wireless flash Wireless TTL off camera flash system Wireless Master mode Wireless Remote mode Slave flash function at external auto exposure Slave to digital pre flash system Slave to traditional single flash sytem External Power Pack Service socket for the external power pack optional accessory Nissin Power Pack PS300 Nikon Power Assist Pack SD 8A and SD 9 USB service port For firmware update service USB cord is not included Sync Contact Camera s hot shoe i TTL for Nikon system Traditional sync System X terminal socket Dimensions 78 x 148 x 127mm 3 1 x 5 8 x 5 inch Fig 1 4 Weight Holding one flash unit Fig 2 eig 4169 14 40z by hand and set away Using 2 flashes from the camera together Itis not possible to shoot two flashes at the same time 35 36 Guide Number and Flash duration table Guide Number and Fiash duration table WARRANTY Guide No at manual exposure mode ISO 100 in meters feet Flash Power Level Zoom position Full 1 2 1 4 1 8 116 1 32 24mm 31 22 16 11 8 5 5 28mm 36 25 18 125 9 6 5 35mm 40 28 20 14 10 7 50mm 46 32 23 16 11 5 8 70mm 52 36 26 18 13 9 85mm 54 38 27 19 13 5 9 5 105mm 60 42 30 21 15 10 5 Flash 1 600 1 900 1 1500 1 3200 1 5000 1 9000 Duration second 1 64 4 4 5
25. rs the lighting efficiency on the subject Display Display can be set off if it s not necessary To save battery energy or simply to avoid the display illumination the display screen can be switched off when not in operation Set it off and the display goes off in 8 seconds after the last operation The display will not be woken up by the camera s shutter release The display can only be woken up by any operation button of MG8000 Rotate Cancel the rotating action and keep the image fixed The screen won t rotate ft meter For the user who prefers distance indication by feet Select feet instead of meter 29 Auto Off Auto off timing can be selected from 10min Auto Off 30min 15min 30min 45min 60min or off cancel Buzzer Firmware A firmware upgrade service is available for the MG8000 Extreme which provides a USB service terminal By local service local dealer to upload the latest software Reset All those customs setting is reset to the default value and conditions which are es 30min provided and set at the factory B Set to confirm Buzzer This is available for Wireless Remote mode SECU fi Lock When using MG8000 as a slave remote flash a beep sound indicates the master flash triggers successfully Switch Key lock function is set to default for power switch When select 4 On Off the lock function will be replaced by Flash off function An icon of flash off will be displayed o
26. sh does not shoot its light directly into the camera lens 2 The wireless flash sensor of the slave flash is not blocked 3 The slave flash is usually not placed behind the master flash 4 In the daylight synchronization the sensor of slave flash could be saturated by sunlight and its response will be extremely reduced In this case the wireless TTL function may not result in success Making a shade to cover the sensor of slave flash is one of the ideas to help the situation Where is the Slave flash sensor Slave flash sensor is provided behind the front panel of MG8000 at the name of Nissin DIGITAL The sensor s sensing angle to respond to the incoming light is about 100 degree 25 Setting the Master flash The modes available on the Master flash are TTL and M mode The master flash sets the signal transmission channel flash reflector zooming position flash mode of the master flash itself and flash mode and value adjustment of the Remote flash at A B and C respectively e Inthe main page Select Wireless mode WIRELESS A TL Inthe Wireless page Select C master mode AOL Wireless Inthe Master page Navigate the cursor and adjust the value according to the instruction at the bottom bar lt gt w Cursor Navigation 4 gt value Adjust Channel Select Select Channel Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 amp Ch4 Zoom Select Select Zoom Mode Auto 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm 105mm e Group Set
27. shutter synchronization __ page 31 Flash light is automatically controlled by the camera but the flash exposure value can be compensated Manual Setting Mode page 16 Manual Mode Selecting the desired manual power on the flash unit Av poriority Mode Selecting the desired f stop on the flash unit S 8 6 Multi flash Mode page 22 Multiple lighting exposes the playback photos in one frame of picture a a gt n ap Wireless Remote Flash Mode page 24 Placing multiple numbers of flashes slave flash off camera and controlling the creative TTL lighting Custom Setting Mode page 29 Variety of custom settings is available for own default value Flash synchronizes to the faster shutter speed than regular synchronization speed Rear curtain synchronization page 31 gt The flash fires just before the rear curtain closes A moving subject will appear such moving marks behind Auto Flash Bracketing page 31 Flash exposure level is automatically compensated on the sequence of frames pre set in the camera Red eye reduction page 32 Blinks of flash released before actual effective flash eliminate the red eye problem Fv Lock page 32 Flash exposure can be locked at the main subject while moving the framing Slow Shutter Synchronization page 32 The flash is controlled at slow shutter speeds considering the dim condition of the background
28. t AF assist light External auto exposure sensor Lock ring Mounting foot Hotshoe contacts Foot lock pin Rotating display screen Multifunction button Set button Select button S i TS x Liss Select button 4 gt Pilot lamp Test flash button Extra Diffuser Plashistand mot Case battery magazine optional 3 4 MG8000 Flash Mode and Functions to be set on the flash unit Advanced functions are provided in some operation modes to be set on the flash unit A Full Automatic Mode Advanced Operation Modes Functions AUTO TiL TTL Program Mode T Sub Flash TTL Program Mode Manual Setting Mode j Manual Zoom TTL Program Mode i Manual Setting Mode M Manual Setting Mode g Av Slave Mode Manual Setting Mode Multi flash Mode F Stop Setting Manual Setting Mode 1 i 1 ISO setting Manual Setting Mode 2 Q Wireless Remote Flash Mode 1 Effective on at Universal Slave function in Manual Power operation and when using MG8000 with film 2 Custom Setting Mode type camera or with non dedicted camera 2 Effective on Universal Slave function and when using MG8000 with film type camera or with non dedicated camera Full Automatic Mode page 10 Flash light is fully controlled by the camera for the most proper exposure Functions by Camera setting The flash is automatically controlled by the camera TTL Program Mode age 12 REER g pag High speed
29. t page Set the mode on MG8000 From the 6 icons screen select lt gt and set e aid setting gt will appear with the default values punt preset as shown A Trl Ay In this mode the reflector zooming function is automatically set for option Either Auto zoom or Manual zoom setting is selectable Select the function and choose 4 gt the desired value one by one Press on off switch to lock this condition Or press set or wait for 8 seconds to return the 6 icons screen The use of tripod is recommended for this flash mode 22 The shutter speed to be set on the camera is calculated in the following formula Number of flashes Frequency Shutter Speed Example To get 20 flashes at 10Hz 20 10 2 The shutter speed to be set on the camera is 2 seconds or longer Shutter for bulb setting is also available Guide Table for the number of flashes os 1 2 3 4 5 67 89 10 11 12 14 15 19 20 50 51 90 118 14 14 12 10 8 6 5 4 4 M E E 116 30 30 30 20 20 20 10 8 8 a 8 8 8 1132 eo 60 50 40 30 25 20 12 12 12 12 12 12 1 64 90 90 80 70 50 35 25 20 20 20 20 20 20 1 128 90 90 80 70 50 35 25 20 20 20 20 20 20 When using an external power pack you may take continuous frames of multi exposure pictures To enjoy the extreme feature without overheating problem it is suggested to take an interval of 3 seconds between shots and ma
30. tance is shown in the Manual function screen The film speed information ISO is automatically transferred from the camera The F stop you set on the camera is to be set maunally on the flash unit too To get the camera subject distance on the display screen F Stop setting is required Press set Set for 2 seconds the screen goes to the Advanced Function page Move cursor amp to F Stop line and continuously select lt q the same F Stop number you set on your camera Press on off switch to lock the value Press it again to release the lock The distance is automatically followed by changing the focal length and ISO sensitivity level on the camera or M_ Advance EGER off M Zoom or Slave E iso selecting another power level 16 As for the non dedicated or traditional type film cameras the film speed ISO information is not transferred from the camera In this case the film speed ISO is to be set on the flash unit to indicate the camera subject distance Move cursor Sto ISO line at Advanced function page and continuously select 4 the ISO value to which you set camera Press the set button Or wait for 8 seconds to return to M function screen 17 Press the set button or wait for 8 seconds to return to ADVANCED CUSTOM SETTING Advanced custom setting is prepared in this mode Sub Flash Function page 14 Manual Zoom Setting page 15 Universal Slave Fun
31. ting Value Adjustment es ives Ev compensation at TTL mode A ii a pi as 3 0Ev to 3 0Ev Group Power Ratio at M mode B GroupB _ i 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 8 1 16 C Group C Flash Mode TTL TTL Mode M Manual Mode Flash off 1 32 1 64 1 128 26 Setting the Remote flash Channel Group and the flash reflector zooming position are to be set on the Remote flash TTL and Manual mode is available on Remote Flash which can however only be set by the Master flash From the 6 icons screen select lt j gt Q and set Set Select 4 gt Remote and set AF assist light starts a blinking every 2 seconds showing MG8000 stands by in A TiL Av Remote Flash mode Select S the line channel and set 4 the channel 4 channels are available from 1 to 4 Wireless WIRELESS Select the line Group and set 4 gt the group Remote 3 groups are available from A to C Select the line Zoom and set 4 gt zooming position When setting MG8000 to the Remote mode the zoom setting system is automatically set at 24mm position The zooming position can be selected manually to any other available position Press on off switch to lock this condition Press it again to release the lock Or press st or wait about 8 seconds The screen shows the 6 icons screen and returns back to Remote setting page The function and the value remain recorded as set When placing more flashes repeat the sa
32. ybe longer time after 200 shots Flash source may be heated up and may cause serious damage to the flash unit if it is overly operated Please note that the basic operation is however controlled by the main batteries battery magazine in the flash unit and when the main batteries are exhausted flash control system does not work Replace the batteries when recycle time becomes longer than 20 seconds by main batteries only ref External Power Pack page 34 23 Q The mode to be set on the camera p Full Auto P Program S Shutter priority A Aperture priority M Manual MG8000 provides two possibilities of off camera wireless remote flash system This page explains Wireless Remote flash system The other system universal slave flash system is prepared at M and Av mode Ref page 16 20 The flash unit placed on the camera connected by TTL off camera flash cord is called Master flash The master flash to be set is one unit only The flash unit placed off the camera is called Remote Flash Multiple number of flashes can be set and controlled in 3 different groups A B and C group 4 channels are prepared for signal transmission between the Master flash and the Remote flash Available combination of flash models and cameras Wireless TTL Flash Pairing Chart Master flash Group Setting Remote flash Nissin MG8000
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