VIVITAR SF-3000 Digital Slave Flash Instruction Manual

VIVITAR SF-3000 Digital Slave Flash

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Vivitar VIV-SF-3000 flash unit. This flash can be used for both direct hot shoe photography (when switched to Normal mode) and remote flash photography (when switched to “Slave On”). This flash also features four slave modes that allow it to work with cameras that fire their built-in flash instantaneously or cameras that have a single or multiple flash red-eye reduction system. Please check your camera’s instruction manual to determine which flash system your camera has.

A Quick Look at Your Device

Attaching the Bracket and Mounting the Slave Flash

First place the camera in one hand and the slave flash in the other. Turn the camera upside down so the tripod socket is showing adjusting to the width of your particular camera. Once in place, slip the flash into the shoe of the mounting bracket. Make sure to align the flash parallel to the direcion of your camera.

Remote Flash Photography (for cameras that do not have II built-in hot shoe)
To begin, place the Mode Select Switch in the Slave On position. Then place the Slave Mode Switch to one of the S 1, S2, S3, or S4 positions to match your camera’s flash system. The definition of each mode is listed below:

• 51: Instant synchronization. This device fires after it sense the first flash fired from the camera. 52: This device fires after it senses the second flash fired from the camera.
• 53: This device fires after it senses the third flash fired from the camera.
• S4: This device fires after it senses the fourth flash fired from the camera.

After the Ready Light glows the device is ready to use. You should now switch the flash of your camera to “On”. Point your camera towards the subject you are photographing and take a picture after both flashes indicate they are ready for operation. The ready lights on both flashes should be glowing in order to begin. The Digital Slave Flash will automatically fire each time the camera’s flash fires. By pressing the “Test” button while the Flash ready light is on you can fire a test flash. This is to ensure you that the flash is charged and ready to fire.

Angle Adjustable

You m,,y also wish to use the Digital Slave Flash as an additional light from a different direction than your camera. Place your Digital Slave Flash where you want a second light illuminating the subject and follow the instructions as above. This will allow you to get shaded areas lighted from different angles or as a fill I flash when shooting into dark areas.

Directions Hot Shoe Photography

You may use this unit directly mounted to the hot shoe of your camera. Place the Mode select switch to the “Normal” position and wait for the “Ready” light to glow.

Inserting Batteries (batteries not included)

Your Digital Slave Flash requires 2 AA batteries. Alkaline or Ni-MH batteries should be used only. Do not use Ni-Cd batteries. Close the battery compartment cover.

Replacing Your Batteries
If the Flash Ready Light does not glow within 30 seconds the batteries are exhausted and must be replaced. It is recommended to remove the batteries when the flash unit is not in use for any extended period of time.

Limited One-Year Warranty

Vivitar warrants this quality product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the period, Vivitar will repair or replace the product at no charge for parts or labor.

TIME PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY
The time period of this warranty starts from the date of the original purchase and expires on the first-anniversary date of purchase.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
No express or implied warranty is made for any defects in this product that result from accident, abuse, misuse, failure to operate the product in accordance with relevant instructions, neglect, immersion in or exposure to chemicals or liquids, extremes of climate, fungus, excessive wear and tear/cosmetic damage and defects resulting from other extraneous causes such as unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification. This warranty shall not extend to any incidental or consequential damages arising from the purchase, use or inability to use this product even if Vivitar has been advised of such damages. The laws of some countries and some States thereof do not allow the limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may apply to you.

WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED

• STEP 1, Package the product and relevant accessories carefully, using ample padding materials and a sturdy mailing container to prevent damage in transit.
• STEP 2. Include in package:
  • Evidence of date and place of original purchase (for example, a copy of your sales receipt).
  • A detailed description of your problem.
  • When possible, a sample evidencing the problem.
• STEP 3. Return item (insured) to: (in the U.S.):
  • Vivitar Sakar UK
  • Attn: Technical Support 2D Siskin Parkway East
  • 195 Carter Drive Edison NJ 08817  CV3 4PE, UK

When service is complete, the product will be returned to you shipping prepaid. In the event the product is deemed to be not faulty or the defect is a result in wear and tear, Vivitar may levy a handling charge for the return ofthe product This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from country and State to State thereof. For more information visit our website www.vivitar.com.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

For technical support issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can find manuals, software, and FAQ on the website. Can’t find what you are looking for? E-mail us at [email protected] and one of our technical support team members will answer your questions. For phone support in the US please call 1-800-592-9541, in the UK call 0800 917 4831. If you would like to call from anywhere else, please visit www.vivitar.com for your local toll free number.

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