Metz Mecablitz 54 MZ-3 - Manual (Page 12)

2. Preparing the flash unit for use
2.1 Mounting the flash unit on the camera
Before mounting or removing the flash unit,
switch off both the camera and the flash unit!
The mecablitz can only be mounted on the camera with
the SCA 301 standard foot or an SCA 3xx/SCA 3xx2
adapter (optional extra).
As standard, the mecablitz is fitted with the SCA 301 foot
for simple flash synchronisation. The shutter speed must
be the same or slower than the X synch speed. The
„Set“ version is supplied with the corresponding SCA
adapter in place of the SCA 301 standard foot.
Mounting the standard foot or SCA adapter:
Be sure to switch off the mecablitz by its main
switch prior to mounting or removing the stan-
dard foot or SCA adapter.
• Hold the cover plate (only when using the SCA 3xx2
adapter) in the middle and withdraw.
• Push the SCA adapter or the SCA 301 standard foot all
the way in.
Removing the standard foot or SCA adapter:
• Turn off the mecablitz with its main switch.
• Open the battery compartment of the mecablitz.
• Press the coloured unlocking knob (Fig. 1) and simulta-
neously withdraw the SCA adapter or standard foot.
Mounting the mecablitz:
Insert the mecablitz in the camera’s accessory shoe and
lock into position with the locking screw.
2.2 Power supply
2.2.1 Suitable batteries
The mecablitz can be operated with any of the following
batteries:
• 4 NiCad batteries, type IEC KR 15/51
They permit fast recycling and are economical in use
because they are rechargeable.
• 4 nickel-metal-hydride batteries.
Significantly higher capacity than NiCad batteries and
less harmful to the environment (no cadmium).
• 4 alkaline-manganese batteries, type IEC LR6.
Maintenance-free power source for moderate power
requirements.
• Power Pack P 40 (optional accessory in preparation)
Offers microprocessor-controlled battery monitoring
and charge level indication (with discharge function).
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Preparing the flash unit
Preparazione del flash all‘uso
La preparación del flash
Fig. 1 / Figura 1 / Grabado 1
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