Nikon 4804 - SB R1 - Wireless Macro Flash System, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...En Instruction Manual R1C1 R1 Nikon Close up Speedlight Commander Kit Nikon Close up Speedlight Remote Kit SU 800 SB R200 Wireless Speedlight Commander Wireless Remote Speedlight ...

Page 2: ... this could result in you receiving an electric shock and could also cause the unit to malfunction such malfunction could lead to personal injury 4 If the flash unit is dropped and damaged do not touch any exposed interior metal parts Such parts especially the speedlight s capacitor and associated parts could be in a high charge state and if touched could cause an electric shock Disconnect the pow...

Page 3: ... at the driver of a moving car as this could temporarily impair the driver s vision and cause an accident 9 Do not fire the flash unit directly into the eyes of someone that is at close range as it could damage their eyes retinas Never fire the flash unit closer than 1 meter from infants 10 Do not fire the unit while the flash head is touching a person or object Such use can result in the person b...

Page 4: ... eyes of someone at close range as this can cause serious eye damage WARNINGS for Lithium Batteries 1 Never heat or throw batteries into a fire as this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids generate heat or explode 2 Do not short circuit or disassemble the batteries because this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids generate heat or explode 3 Do not install batteries in...

Page 5: ...ter or moisture gets inside the batteries this could cause them to leak corrosive liquids or generate heat 12 Do not use any battery that appears abnormal in any way including a change in color or shape Such batteries could leak corrosive liquids or generate heat 13 When recycling or disposing of batteries be sure to insulate their terminals with tape If the battery s positive and negative termina...

Page 6: ...6 ISO 200 m ft and the Attachment Ring SX 1 which is used to attach the SB R200 to the front of the lens When using CLS compatible cameras you can divide the Speedlight units into three groups and control the flash output independently for each group Wireless close up flash operation is possible when the SU 800 is mounted on a CLS compatible camera to control the SB R200 p 65 The SB R200 can be at...

Page 7: ...mote flash units can be divided into three groups and flash output can be independently controlled for each group expanding the range of creative multiple flash shooting techniques p 26 Flash Value Lock Flash Value or FV is the amount of flash exposure for the subject Using FV Lock with compatible cameras you can lock in the appropriate flash exposure for the main subject This flash exposure is lo...

Page 8: ...ettings in this manual CLS Hereafter Nikon Creative Lighting System is abbreviated to CLS Cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System are abbreviated as CLS compatible cameras In this manual the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU 800 is called the Commander SU 800 or SU 800 and the Wireless Remote Speedlight SB R200 the Remote Speedlight SB R200 or SB R200 Symbols used in this manual Deno...

Page 9: ...ions depending on each kit Contents vary according to each kit Speedlight parts their functions and accessories 18 SU 800 s LCD panel and icons 20 Wireless multiple flash operation in the Nikon Creative Lighting System CLS 26 Flash operation using the Nikon Close up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 Used with Nikon CLS compatible cameras 27 Procedures for close up flash operation 28 Procedures for Com...

Page 10: ...ore taking pictures modeling illumination 89 Using the Target Light focus assist illuminator 90 Autofocus flash operation in low light 91 Flash output level compensation 92 Repeating RPT flash operation 93 Auto FP High Speed Sync 96 Flash Value Lock FV Lock 98 Flash operation using various accessories Flash shooting with colored gel filters 100 Flash shooting with the Extreme Close Up Positioning ...

Page 11: ...procedures Other functions Flash operation using various accessories Flash shooting using SLRs not compatible with CLS Reference information Reference information Available flash modes 116 Usable lenses with limited functions with the SB R200 120 Notes on continuous flash operation in close up flash operation using cords 122 Optional accessories 123 Tips on Speedlight care 124 Notes on batteries 1...

Page 12: ... or service center at least once every two years Using your Speedlight correctly The Nikon Speedlight s performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand cameras and accessories including lenses Camera and accessories made by other manufacturers might not meet Nikon s specification criteria and nonconforming cameras and accessories could damage the Speedlight s components Nikon cannot guaran...

Page 13: ...r 200mm f 4D IF ED Using the Nikon D70 Series camera s Commander mode Be sure to set the channel number of the remote flash unit s to 3 and set the group of the remote flash unit s to group A when performing wireless multiple flash with a Nikon D70 Series camera s built in flash as a Commander otherwise the remote flash unit s will not fire With SLR cameras incompatible with CLS Use the TTL Cord S...

Page 14: ... do not perform autofocus operation but use manual focus instead Using an AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D lens Be sure to attach the Dedicated Adapter Ring UR 5 optional to the AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D lens then attach the SX 1 to the lens with the Adapter Ring SY 1 72 Notes on using an AF Micro Nikkor 105mm f 2 8D lens Autofocus operation is possible if you attach the Attachment Ring SX 1 to the A...

Page 15: ...ional is not required Products Available flash operations Usable cameras Speedlight and Commander not included in the kit Nikon Close up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 Close up CLS compatible cameras Cameras not compatible with CLS 1 Commander CLS compatible cameras Nikon Close up Speedlight Remote Kit R1 Close up CLS compatible cameras with Commander function Commander CLS compatible cameras with ...

Page 16: ... R1C1 Nikon Close up Speedlight Remote Kit R1 Commander SU 800 Wireless Speedlight Commander SU 800 Soft Case SS SU800 for SU 800 Attachment Ring SX 1 Adapter Ring Set 5 rings x1 Soft Case SS SX1 for SX 1 Extreme Close Up Positioning Adapter SW 11 for SB R200 x2 Color Filter Set SJ R200 for SB R200 package 4 filters in 4 models x2 Wireless Remote Speedlight SB R200 x2 Soft Case SS R200 for SB R200...

Page 17: ...200 package 2 sets 4models 4 filters 2 sets 4models 4 filters 4 models 4 filters Speedlight Stand AS 20 2 2 1 IR Panel for Built in Flash SG 3IR 1 1 Flexible Arm Clip SW C1 1 1 Diffuser SW 12 1 1 Close up Speedlight Kit Case SS MS1 1 1 Soft Case SS SU800 for SU 800 1 1 Soft Case SS R200 for SB R200 2 2 1 Soft Case SS SX1 for SX 1 1 1 A S 2 0 ON O FF A B C 2 3 4 1 WI RE LE SS RE MO TE SP EE DL IGH ...

Page 18: ...cts the SU 800 with the SB R200 when used with cameras not compatible with CLS p 110 7 Mounting Foot p 29 8 Hot shoe Contacts 9 Mount Pin 10 Battery Chamber lid p 28 11 AF assist Illuminator 12 Commander Transmit Window 13 Commander Close up Select Switch Toggles between the close up and Commander modes p 58 W IR E L E S S S P E E D L IG H T C O M M A N D E R S U 8 0 0 ON OFF READY LOCK MODE SEL A...

Page 19: ...values of the items or settings that are blinking 19 MODE Button Press to set the flash mode 20 A B Select Button In the close up mode press to set the flash units in groups A and B to fire or to cancel Using the SU 800 in low light Press any button on the SU 800 to turn the illuminator on when the SU 800 s power is on and it will remain lit for about 16 seconds The SU 800 s control button illumin...

Page 20: ...High Speed Sync Auto FP High Speed Sync is available when the SU 800 is connected to cameras compatible with Auto FP High Speed Sync p 96 6 Low Battery power Replace the battery 7 Flash Output Level Group A Visually indicates the group A s flash output level in the TTL mode 8 Flash Output Level Group B Visually indicates the group B s flash output level in the TTL mode 9 Flash Output Level Ratio G...

Page 21: ...on Value Flash output level compensation value 9 Manual Flash Output Level Represents flash output level for each group in Manual flash mode Icons in close up flash operation using cords 1 Close up Mode Close up function is activated 2 Monitor Preflashes Just before the flash fires the Speedlight fires a series of imperceptible preflashes 3 TTL Mode Measuring the flash illumination reflected back ...

Page 22: ...s are simultaneously pressed two button reset for approx 2 sec the display blinks three times p 19 Using the SU 800 in low light Press any button on the SU 800 to turn the illuminator on when the SU 800 s power is on and it will remain lit for about 16 seconds The SU 800 s control button illuminator comes on when the camera s LCD panel illuminator is turned on The control button illuminator goes o...

Page 23: ...avoid accidental firing or a malfunction when carrying the SB R200 in your camera bag turn off the flash unit 9 TTL cord terminal Connects the SU 800 to the SB R200 via a cord when used with cameras that are not compatible with CLS p 110 10 Terminal cover Close the cover when not using the TTL cord 11 Ready light The lamp lights up in green when the power is on It turns red when the SB R200 is ful...

Page 24: ...ter Holder SZ 1 The SZ 1 is used to attach a colored gel filter SJ R200 or optional SJ 2 to the flash head of the SB R200 p 102 Color Filter Set SJ R200 for SB R200 package The set comprises a total of 4 filters the FL G1 for fluorescent light the TN A1 for incandescent tungsten light Blue and Red p 100 Speedlight Stand AS 20 The AS 20 can be used to freely position and steady the SB R200 The Atta...

Page 25: ...0 SW 11 SW 12 The SC 30 is optional Caring for the Close up Speedlight Kit Case SS MS1 Do not clean the case with a moistened cloth Never use organic solvent or a bleaching agent such as thinner or benzene If the case gets wet wipe it with a dry soft cloth and fully dry in the shade Be careful not to leave the case for a long time in locations subject to high humidity or direct sunlight otherwise ...

Page 26: ...flash units are called remote flash units Details of Advanced Wireless Lighting Remote flash units can be divided into a maximum of three groups A B and C One or more remote flash units can be set to one group Flash mode and flash output level compensation values can be set independently on the Master Commander flash unit and for three other groups of remote flash units Select one of the four avai...

Page 27: ...ion 1 Installing batteries in the SU 800 2 Attaching the SU 800 to the camera 3 Installing batteries in the SB R200 4 Attaching the SB R200 to the front of the lens 5 Turning on the camera the SU 800 and SB R200 6 Setting the flash mode on the SU 800 7 Setting a channel number on the SU 800 and SB R200 8 Setting a group on the SB R200 9 Compose a picture and shoot with flash Procedures for Command...

Page 28: ...ng it back into place Use CR123A 3V lithium batteries Confirming the close up mode setting Make sure that the Commander Close up select switch in the battery chamber is set to Close up position Replacing the battery The Low Battery power Indicator blinks when the SU 800 s ready light does not come on within about 30 seconds of turning on the power or after the flash has fired Replace the battery B...

Page 29: ...ot lock lever to the left slide the SU 800 s Mounting Foot into the camera s accessory shoe and turn the lock lever to the right Mounting Foot lock lever To lock the Speedlight in place turn the lock lever clockwise approx 90 until it stops To unlock turn the lever counterclockwise until it stops ON OFF READY LOCK SEL LOCK READY LOCK Lock Unlock ...

Page 30: ...w 2 Install the battery then close the battery chamber lid by sliding it into place Use CR123A 3V lithium batteries Replacing the battery When the SB R200 s battery power is weak the green ready light blinks after the power is turned on or after the flash has fired Replace the battery O N O F F O N O F F ON OFF W I R E L E S S S P E E D L I G H T ...

Page 31: ...ake sure that the Nikon logo p 24 on the SX 1 is on the under side facing down Use fingers of both hands to press the two Mounting Buttons on both sides to attach the SX 1 securely Make sure that the SX 1 is not attached at an angle If it is remove and reattach 3 Slide the SB R200 s Mounting Foot into the SX 1 s Mounting Groove then slide the lock switch The Mounting Foot cannot be inserted in rev...

Page 32: ...flash head The flash head of the SB R200 tilts 60 toward the optical axis and 45 in the opposite direction The flash head can be set at click stops every 15 Using the SB R200 off lens Use the provided Speedlight Stand AS 20 to set up the SB R200 at any location p 107 ...

Page 33: ...the SU 800 comes on The ready light on the SB R200 lights up in green when the power is on then turns red when the SB R200 is fully recycled 2 Check the indicators on the SU 800 s LCD panel Confirm that Wireless flash Close up mode and CLS compatible camera indicators are all displayed on the LCD panel p 20 ON OFF READY LOCK MODE SEL A B ON OFF W I R E L E S S R S P E E D L I G H T S ...

Page 34: ... Use of TTL mode is recommended for normal flash shooting 2 Confirm the flash settings of the SB R200 Ensure that both Groups A and B are displayed If a Group A or B indicator does not appear the remote flash unit s of this Group will not fire Press the A B select button to display both Group A and B indicators READY MODE NO AF ILL SE A ON OFF A B ...

Page 35: ...l number will stop blinking The last channel number to blink is the one that has been set automatically Select one of the four available channels The channel number blinks during adjustment and stops after blinking six times unless an adjustment is made The last channel number to blink is the one that has been set automatically 2 Set a channel number on the SB R200 Rotate the CHANNEL select dial o...

Page 36: ...ing a group on the SB R200 1 Set a group on each SB R200 Rotate the GROUP select dial on each flash unit to set the group to A or B Once set the SB R200 will operate according to the controls for each group as set on the SU 800 CHANNEL GROUP A 3 4 B C ...

Page 37: ...the red ready light blinks immediately after shooting In TTL mode when the SB R200 flash has fired at its maximum output and underexposure may have occurred the red ready light on the SB R200 will blink for approx 3 sec The ready lights on the SU 800 and in the camera s viewfinder do not blink To compensate set a higher ISO sensitivity or use a wider aperture and reshoot ON READY LOCK E L SEL A B ...

Page 38: ...in the SU 800 in the same way as No 1 in Procedures for close up flash operation p 28 2 Set the Commander Close up select switch on the SU 800 to Commander function Use the Commander Close up select switch to change the close up function to Commander function or vice versa 3 Attach the SU 800 to the camera in the same way as No 2 in Procedures for close up flash operation p 29 Battery chamber Disp...

Page 39: ...fective shooting distance between the Master Commander unit and the SB R200 is approx 4m 13 1 ft or less in the front position and approx 3m 9 8 ft at both sides These ranges vary slightly depending on conditions and or ambient light Be sure to place all SB R200 units that are set in the same group close together The set up range of the SB R200 units vary depending on the Commander unit camera Spe...

Page 40: ...00 s flash head The flash head of the SB R200 tilts down to 60 and up to 45 The flash head can be set at click stops every 15 Attaching the SB R200 to the front of the lens The SB R200 can be attached to the front of the lens through the Attachment Ring SX 1 p 31 ...

Page 41: ...he camera the SU 800 and SB R200 1 Press the ON OFF buttons to turn on the camera the SU 800 and SB R200 Ensure that the red ready lights on the SU 800 and SB R200 come on ON OFF READY LOCK MODE SEL A B ON OFF W I R E L E S S R S P E E D L I G H T S ...

Page 42: ...lash unit s flash mode on the SU 800 1 Press the SEL FUNC button to display the flash mode blinking of each group then press MODE button to set the flash mode to TTL Use of TTL mode is recommended for normal flash shooting ON OFF READY LOCK MODE NO AF ILL SEL A B ...

Page 43: ...sing the R1C1 5 Setting a channel number and a group on the SU 800 and SB R200 1 Set a channel number and a group on the SU 800 and SB R200 in the same way as No 7 and 8 in Procedures for close up flash operation pp 35 36 ...

Page 44: ...eady light blinks immediately after shooting In TTL mode when the SB R200 flash has fired at its maximum output and underexposure may have occurred the red ready light on the SB R200 will blink for approx 3 sec The ready lights on the SU 800 and in the camera s viewfinder do not blink To compensate move closer to the subject set a higher ISO sensitivity or use a wider aperture and reshoot ON READY...

Page 45: ...tible cameras that feature a Commander function and the Nikon Close up Speedlight Remote Kit R1 For details on close up flash operation see page 65 1 Installing batteries in the SB R200 2 Attaching the SB R200 to the front of the lens 3 Turning on the camera and SB R200 4 Setting the Commander function on the camera 5 Setting a channel number and group on the SB R200 6 Compose a picture and shoot ...

Page 46: ... Install the battery then close the battery chamber lid by sliding it into place Use CR123A 3V lithium batteries Replacing the battery When battery power is weak the SB R200 s green ready light blinks when the power is turned on or after the flash has fired Replace the battery O N O F F O N O F F ON OFF W I R E L E S S S P E E D L I G H T ...

Page 47: ...e Nikon logo p 24 on the SX 1 is on the under side facing down Use fingers of both hands to press the two Mounting Buttons on both sides to attach the SX 1 securely Make sure that the SX 1 is not attached at an angle If it is remove and reattach 3 Slide the SB R200 s Mounting Foot into the SX 1 s Mounting Groove as shown then slide the lock switch The Mounting Foot cannot be inserted in reverse Sl...

Page 48: ...head The flash head of the SB R200 tilts 60 toward the optical axis and 45 in the opposite direction The flash head can be set at a click stop every 15 Using the SB R200 off lens Use the provided AS 20 Speedlight Stand to set up the SB R200 at any location p 107 ...

Page 49: ...sing the R1 3 Turning on the camera and SB R200 1 Press the ON OFF buttons to turn on the camera and SB R200 Ensure that the red ready lights on the camera and SB R200 come on ON OFF W I R E L E S S R S P E E D L I G H T S ...

Page 50: ...e from Custom Settings and select Commander Mode For more details see your D70 Series camera instruction manual Using the IR Panel for Built in Flash SG 3IR Built in flash units on cameras such as the D70 Series fire at reduced flash output levels when used as Commander units This may slightly affect results if pictures are taken from close distances To prevent this use the SG 3IR 1 Attach the SG ...

Page 51: ...el number Set the channel number of the SB R200 to 3 when using a Nikon D70 Series digital camera otherwise the flash will not fire 2 Rotate the GROUP select dial on the SB R200 to set the group Set the group of the SB R200 to Group A when using a Nikon D70 Series camera otherwise the flash unit will not fire CHANNEL 2 3 4 1 CHANNEL GROUP A 3 4 B C ...

Page 52: ...ady light blinks immediately after shooting In TTL mode when the SB R200 flash has fired at its maximum output and underexposure may have occurred the red ready light on the SB R200 will blink for approx 3 sec The ready light in the camera s viewfinder does not blink To compensate set a higher ISO sensitivity or use a wider aperture and reshoot ON OFF W I R E L E S S R E S P E E D L I G H T S ON O...

Page 53: ...53 Functions and use of the SU 800 This section describes the functions and use of the SU 800 1 SU 800 s available flash operations 2 Using the SU 800 3 Functions of the SU 800 ...

Page 54: ...ord SC 30 is required p 123 Note With CLS compatible cameras the TTL Cord SC 30 optional is not required 2 Repeating flash operation is possible with the SB 800 SB 600 p 93 Available flash operation Usable cameras Usable Speedlights Close up p 65 CLS compatible cameras Cameras not compatible with CLS 1 SB R200 Commander p 79 CLS compatible cameras SB R200 or SB 800 2 SB 600 2 ...

Page 55: ...y then close the battery chamber lid by sliding it into place Use CR123A 3V lithium batteries Replacing the battery The low battery power indicator blinks when the SU 800 s ready light does not come on within about 30 seconds of the power being turned on or after the flash has fired Replace the battery 3 Turn off the camera and SU 800 ON OFF ...

Page 56: ...e lock lever clockwise approx 90 until it stops To unlock turn the lever counterclockwise until it stops 5 Press the ON OFF buttons on the camera and SU 800 to turn on the power Ensure that the ready light on the SU 800 comes on 6 Confirm the SU 800 s LCD panel Ensure that Wireless flash Close up mode and CLS compatible camera indicators are correctly displayed READY LOCK SEL LOCK READY LOCK Lock ...

Page 57: ... exposure meter turns off Without a camera body if the SU 800 is not being used for approx 40 seconds the standby function activates and automatically turns the SU 800 off to conserve battery power No indicators are displayed on the LCD panel in standby mode When in standby mode or when the exposure meter is off the SU 800 comes back on again when The ON OFF button on the SU 800 is pressed The cam...

Page 58: ...Flash output level ratio between groups A and B Flash output level compensation value in TTL mode Manual flash output level in M mode Channel number 1 2 3 4 In Commander mode p 79 Flash mode of remote flash unit s TTL AA M flash canceled RPT Repeating flash Group name A B C Flash output level compensation value in TTL and AA modes Manual flash output level in M mode Manual flash output level the f...

Page 59: ...59 Functions and use of the SB R200 This section describes the functions and use of the SB R200 1 SB R200 s available flash operations 2 Using the SB R200 3 Functions of the SB R200 ...

Page 60: ...lthough the SB 800 is set as the Master flash unit and its flash mode is set to Flash canceled the flash will fire at a reduced flash output level This may affect the correct exposure of the subject if the subject is close To limit this effect as much as possible bounce the light by tilting or rotating the SB 800 s flash head Available flash operation Usable cameras and Speedlights Close up p 65 C...

Page 61: ... has been turned on or after the flash has fired Replace the battery 3 Slide the SB R200 s Mounting Foot into the Speedlight Stand AS 20 s Speedlight Mounting Shoe and slide the lock switch The Mounting Foot cannot be inserted in reverse Slide the lock switch until it stops and make sure that the red part can no longer be seen Attaching the SB R200 to the front of the lens The SB R200 can be attac...

Page 62: ...struction manual Be sure to place all SB R200 units that are set in the same group close together For notes on setting up the SB R200 see Setting up the SB R200 on page 108 5 Adjust the SB R200 s flash head The flash head of the SB R200 tilts down to 60 and up to 45 The flash head can be set at click stops every 15 30 30 Group A Group C Group B With the SU 800 Commander unit 3m 9 8ft 3m 9 8ft 4m 1...

Page 63: ...00 6 Press the ON OFF button on the camera or the SB 800 SU 800 and SB R200 to turn on the power Ensure that the red ready light on the camera the SB 800 SU 800 or on the SB R200 comes on ON OFF W I R E L E S S R S P E E D L I G H T S ...

Page 64: ...set on the SB R200 Switching the Target Light focus assist lamp on or off Use the Target Light button to illuminate or cancel the Target Light p 90 Items to be set Group name A B C Channel number 1 2 3 4 O N O FF W IR EL ES S R EM O TE SP EE D LI G H T SB R 20 0 ...

Page 65: ... and shooting procedures with CLS compatible cameras Also read Close up Speedlight Photography Examples a separate booklet that provides example photos Be sure to read your camera instruction manual for specific information on camera settings and functions 1 Close up flash operation 2 Overview of close up flash operation 3 Procedures for close up flash operation ...

Page 66: ...up Camera D70 Lens AF Micro Nikkor 105mm f 2 8D Group A SB R200 TTL Group B SB R200 TTL A 2 A 3 and A 4 examples in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples were also taken under the same conditions as with A 1 Example B B 1 Dual light close up flash operation one flash unit attached to the front of the lens one held in the hand With one SB R200 held in the hand used as the main flash unit the sub...

Page 67: ... left create more natural looking pictures enabling the real textures of the material to be revealed Group B SB R200 TTL E 4 example in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken under the same conditions as with E 3 Example F F 4 Single light close up flash operation Comparison of lighting effects due to differences in shooting distances The subject F 4 is approx 10 cm 3 9 in away from th...

Page 68: ...ight close up flash operation Press and hold the SEL FUNC button for approx 2 seconds to toggle between dual light and triple light close up flash operations Methods for setting up Set up the SU 800 and SB R200 in the same way as Flash operation using the Nikon Close up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 p 28 Items to be set The following items can be set in the close up flash operation Flash mode TTL ...

Page 69: ...meras and lenses in use The same flash mode is set for both Groups A and B In triple light close up flash operation the TTL and M manual flash modes are available for Groups A and B For Group C only the M manual flash mode is available Display in dual light close up flash operation in TTL mode Display in dual light close up flash operation in M manual mode Display in triple light close up flash op...

Page 70: ...U 800 Press the MODE button to set the flash mode to TTL or M manual TTL is preset when shipped from the factory The same flash mode is set for both Groups A and B 4 Setting the SB R200 to fire or cancel Press the A B select button to set flash firing canceled for group A or B The flash canceled group name disappears In dual light close up flash operation you cannot cancel flash firing for Groups ...

Page 71: ...t value to blink is the one that has been set automatically 6 Setting the SB R200 s flash output level compensation value in TTL mode Press the SEL FUNC button to display the flash output level compensation value blinking Press the or button to increase or decrease the compensation value Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the flash output level stops blinking The last value to blink is the o...

Page 72: ...uring adjustment and stops after blinking six times unless an adjustment is made The last channel number to blink is the one that has been set automatically 8 Setting a channel number on the SB R200 Rotate the CHANNEL select dial on the SB R200 to set the channel number Be sure to set the same channel number as set on the SU 800 9 Setting a group on the SB R200 Rotate the GROUP select dial on the ...

Page 73: ...manual flash output level blinking Press the or button to increase or decrease the value Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the manual flash output level stops blinking The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically Manual flash output level can be set separately for each group Manual flash output level can be set in 1 step increment or decrement from M1 1 to M1 64 output...

Page 74: ...s the MODE button to set the flash mode to TTL or M manual TTL is preset when shipped from the factory The same flash mode is set for both Groups A and B Only the M manual flash mode is available for Group C 4 Setting the SB R200 to fire or cancel Press the A B select button to set flash firing canceled for Group A or B The flash canceled group name disappears You can cancel flash firing for Group...

Page 75: ...t value to blink is the one that has been set automatically 6 Setting the SB R200 s flash output level compensation value in TTL mode Press the SEL FUNC button to display the flash output level compensation value blinking Press the or button to increase or decrease the compensation value Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the flash output level stops blinking The last value to blink is the o...

Page 76: ...n adjustment is made The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically 8 Setting a channel number on the SU 800 Set the communication channel numbers of the SU 800 and SB R200 Press the SEL FUNC button to display the channel number blinking Press the or button to set the channel number Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the channel number stops blinking The last channel numb...

Page 77: ...00 are on then release the shutter For details on test firing refer to page 88 If the red ready light blinks immediately after shooting In the TTL mode when the SB R200 flash has fired at its maximum output and underexposure may have occurred the red ready light on the SB R200 blinks for approx 3 sec The ready lights on the SU 800 and in the camera s viewfinder do not blink To compensate set a hig...

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Page 79: ...tion and necessary procedures with CLS compatible cameras Also read Close up Speedlight Photography Examples a separate booklet that contains example photos Be sure to refer to your camera instruction manual for specific information on camera settings and functions 1 Commander flash operation 2 Overview of Commander flash operation 3 Procedures for Commander flash operation ...

Page 80: ...n of food and dishes on the periphery of the table is created Flash setup Camera D70 Lens AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 18 70mm f 3 5 4 5G IF ED Group A SB 800 TTL Group B SB R200 TTL Group C SB R200 M D 2 example in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken using a single built in flash Example D D 3 Triple light flash operation Two SB R200 units on the right and left are used directly from the to...

Page 81: ... conditions as with F 1 F 3 was taken using a single built in flash Example G G 1 Triple light flash operation To create a more natural looking picture of flowers in terms of colors and textures one SB R200 from the top is used as a main flash unit in addition to lighting setups from the front and rear Two SB R200 attached to the front of the lens eliminate harsh shadows Another SB R200 bounced fr...

Page 82: ...es wireless control of the flash operation of 3 grouped A B C remote flash units Flash units usable as a Commander unit Wireless Speedlight Commander SU 800 CLS compatible cameras with Commander function Speedlight SB 800 Flash units usable as a remote flash unit Wireless Remote Speedlight SB R200 Speedlight SB 800 SB 600 SB 800 s Commander mode In the Commander mode although the SB 800 is set as ...

Page 83: ...r flash operation the five flash modes TTL AA M flash canceled RPT repeating are available Flash modes can be separately set for each group except RPT Available flash modes vary depending on the camera and remote flash units in use Available flash modes with the SU 800 for remote flash units 1 Auto Aperture AA flash mode is possible only when the SB 800 is used as a remote flash unit in combinatio...

Page 84: ...utton to set the flash mode 4 Setting the flash output level compensation of the remote flash units in TTL or AA mode The flash output level compensation values can be set in 1 3 step increments or decrements from 3 0 to 3 0 EV Flash output level compensation values can be set separately for each group Press the SEL FUNC button to display the flash output level compensation value blinking for the ...

Page 85: ...ally set 6 Setting a channel number on the remote flash unit s Select one of the four available channels Be sure to set the same channel number as set on the SU 800 Be sure to set the channel number of the remote flash unit s to 3 when using a Nikon D70 Series camera otherwise the remote flash unit s will not fire With the SB R200 rotate the CHANNEL select dial to set the channel number With the S...

Page 86: ...ing The amount of underexposure is displayed For more details read your Speedlight instruction manual In the M manual mode set manual flash output level Manual flash output level can be set separately for each group Press the SEL FUNC button to display the manual flash output level blinking Press the or button to increase or decrease the value Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the value wil...

Page 87: ...ific information on camera settings and functions 1 Test firing to confirm exposure 2 Checking illumination before taking pictures Modeling Illumination 3 Using the Target Light Focus Assist Illuminator 4 Autofocus flash operation in low light 5 Flash output level compensation 6 Repeating RPT flash operation 7 Auto FP High Speed Sync 8 Flash Value Lock FV Lock ...

Page 88: ...eration When the Test button on the SU 800 is pressed the remote flash unit s in Group A fires in one second followed by the flash unit s in Group B in two seconds and the flash unit s in Group C in 3 seconds The SB R200 fires at M1 64 flash output level regardless of the flash mode setting and the SB 800 SB 600 fires at an M1 16 flash output level Flash units in Group A B or C of which flash firi...

Page 89: ...n the Target light goes off The SB R200 in a group of which flash firing is set to canceled does not fire In the Commander mode Firing by the SU 800 When the Target Light button on the SU 800 is pressed and released within 1 second the Modeling Illuminators of remote flash units in the groups set to fire indicated by the icon that is blinking will fire for approx one second Remote flash unit s in ...

Page 90: ... depending on the conditions of the SB R200 The Target Light also goes out when Releasing the shutter Test firing Firing the Modeling Illuminator Pressing the ON OFF button on the SB R200 Pressing the Target Light button on the SB R200 Turning on the camera s FV Lock Illuminating and canceling the Target Light using the Target Light button on the SB R200 When the Target Light button on the SB R200...

Page 91: ... 50mm f 1 8 lens or less depending on the lens in use Usable lens focal length 24mm to 105mm Activating and canceling the AF Assist Illuminator You can set the AF Assist Illuminator to activate or cancel even when receiving a signal from the camera Press the MODE buttons simultaneously for approx 2 seconds to toggle between the AF ILL activated and the NO AF ILL canceled Notes on using the AF Assi...

Page 92: ...mpensation cannot be canceled by turning the flash unit off To cancel return the compensation value to 0 With SLR cameras featuring a built in flash with an exposure compensation function you can compensate the flash output level on either the camera or the SB 800 or SU 800 flash unit For details see your camera s instruction manual If you use both controls the exposure is modified by the sum tota...

Page 93: ...ossible using the A B select button Use the flash mode setting Be sure to use fresh batteries and allow enough time for the flash to recycle between each repeating flash session Also because of the slower shutter speeds use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera flash shake Items to be set in Repeating flash operation The following items can be set on the SU 800 in Repeating flash operation ...

Page 94: ...ne that has been set automatically Select one of the four available channels The same channel number is set for all Groups A B and C Setting a group and a channel number on the Speedlight Set the same channel number as set on the SU 800 Refer to your Speedlight instruction manual for specific information on settings Setting the flash mode on each group Press the SEL FUNC button to display the grou...

Page 95: ...e flash output level the frequency Hz and the number of repeating flashes per frame Flash output level Manual flash output level can be set in 1 step increment or decrement from M1 8 to M1 128 Default setting is M1 8 Frequency Frequency Hz represents the number of times the flash fires per second The frequency can be set from 1 to 100 Default setting is 10 Number of repeating flashes per frame The...

Page 96: ... 1 4 0 6 2 3 2 0 7 5 0 6 3 3 2 0 11 0 6 4 6 2 0 15 0 6 6 5 1 9 21 3 0 8 9 2 2 7 30 2 1 1 13 3 8 43 1 6 18 5 3 60 f 2 0 6 1 6 2 0 5 3 0 6 2 3 2 0 7 5 0 6 3 3 2 0 11 0 6 4 6 2 0 15 1 0 6 6 5 1 9 21 3 0 8 9 2 7 30 1 1 13 3 8 43 f 2 8 0 6 1 1 2 0 3 8 0 6 1 6 2 0 5 3 0 6 2 3 2 0 7 5 0 6 3 3 2 0 10 7 0 6 4 6 2 0 15 1 0 6 6 5 1 9 21 0 8 9 2 7 30 f 4 0 6 0 8 2 0 2 7 0 6 1 1 2 0 3 8 0 6 1 6 2 0 5 3 0 6 2 3...

Page 97: ...c above varies according to shutter speed For example when the shutter speed changes from 1 500 sec to 1 1000 sec the guide number decreases by 1 EV This means that the higher the shutter speed the lower the guide number Flash output level ISO sensitivity 25 50 100 200 400 800 1600 M1 1 1 4 4 6 2 0 6 5 2 8 9 2 4 0 13 1 5 6 18 5 8 0 26 2 11 3 37 1 M1 2 1 0 3 2 1 4 4 6 2 0 6 5 2 8 9 2 4 0 13 1 5 6 1...

Page 98: ... camera Flash Value or FV is the amount of flash exposure for the subject Using FV Lock with compatible cameras you can lock in the appropriate flash exposure for the main subject This flash exposure remains locked in even if you change the aperture or composition or zoom the lens in and out Available flash modes are i TTL and Auto Aperture flash ...

Page 99: ...o read your camera instruction manual for specific information on camera settings and functions 1 Flash shooting with colored gel filters 2 Flash shooting with the Extreme Close Up Positioning Adapter SW 11 3 Flash shooting with the Diffuser SW 12 and Flexible Arm Clip SW C1 4 Flash shooting with Speedlight Stand AS 20 ...

Page 100: ...bject to create impressive rim lighting on her hair Flash setup Camera D70 Lens AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 18 70mm f 3 5 4 5G IF ED Group A SB 800 TTL Group B SB 600 TTL Group C SB R200 M I 3 example in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken in dual light flash operation with two different colored gel filters I 2 was taken using triple light flash operation without a colored gel filter I 4 wa...

Page 101: ...Using colored filters for adding special colors to a scene Colored gel filters can be used to add specific colors to create various renderings of a scene Adjust your digital camera s white balance if available to Flash for the most effective results Notes on using colored gel filters Colored gel filters are consumable items When they fade in color or deteriorate purchase the optional Color Filter ...

Page 102: ...ed gel filters Purpose Gel filter Adjust the camera s white balance to Balances the color of light from the flash to match that of fluorescent light FL G1 Fluorescent Balances the color of light from the flash to match that of incandescent or tungsten light TN A1 Incandescent Creates interesting effects by changing the light from the flash to a different color Colored gel filters Flash ON O FF WI ...

Page 103: ...Up Positioning Adapter SW 11 attached over both units As the flash light is curved toward the optical axis extremely vivid color images can be created while sufficient background illumination is guaranteed Flash setup Camera D70 Lens AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D Group A SB R200 TTL Group B SB R200 TTL G 5 example in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken without using the SW 11 Using th...

Page 104: ...ilt the SB R200 s flash head down 60 toward the optical axis Using the Extreme Close Up Positioning Adapter SW 11 effectively Use the SW 11 when taking flash pictures at close distance for more effective results Be sure to tilt the flash head by 60 toward the optical axis 0 60 ...

Page 105: ...AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D Group A SB R200 TTL Group B SB R200 TTL C 4 example in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken under the same conditions as was C 1 C 2 and C 5 were taken without using the Diffuser SW 12 C 3 was taken using a single built in flash Example E E 1 Dual light flash shooting with Diffuser SW 12 Two SB R200 units are used to illuminate the small subjects from both...

Page 106: ...e front of the Attachment Ring SX 1 s Mounting groove 3 Holding one arm of the clip open the other so that the stopper closes and slides into the SX 1 then release Ensure that the SW C1 s groove engages with the SX 1 s groove 4 Grip the Diffuser SW 12 with the Flexible Arm Clip SW C1 As shown in the diagrams below you can use the SW C1 in two long or short ways depending on which direction the cli...

Page 107: ...used from the top The result is a successful rendering of the textures and contours of the glasses Flash setup Camera D70 Lens AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 18 70mm f 3 5 4 5G IF ED Group A SB R200 TTL Group B SB R200 TTL H 4 example in Close up Speedlight Photography Examples was taken using a single built in flash Attachment of the SB R200 to the AS 20 1 Slide the SB R200 s mounting foot into the AS 20 s ...

Page 108: ...there is an obstacle between the Commander unit and the SB R200 The effective shooting distance between the Commander and the SB R200 varies depending on the Commander unit such as a camera or Speedlight in use Refer to the instruction manual of each product Be sure to place all SB R200 units that are set in the same group close together Take care not to let light from the SB R200 enter the camera...

Page 109: ...not compatible with CLS Use the TTL Cord SC 30 optional to connect the SU 800 to the SB R200 with SLR cameras not compatible with CLS 1 Overview of close up flash operation using cords 2 Procedures for close up flash operation using cords ...

Page 110: ... connected using cords operations of ON Off and Target light buttons on the SB R200 become ineffective The settings of the GROUP and CHANNEL select dials become invalid The SB R200 turns on when the SU 800 is turned on The SB R200 turns off when the SU 800 is turned off Methods for setting up 1 Setting up the SU 800 and SB R200 Set up the SU 800 and SB R200 in the same way as described in Flash op...

Page 111: ...nd lenses in use Unavailable flash modes will be skipped and do not appear when pressing the MODE button The same flash mode is set for groups A and B Items to be set in close up flash operation using cords The following items can be set in close up flash operation Flash mode TTL BL TTL M Flash firing canceling for group A or B Flash output level compensation in TTL mode Manual flash output level ...

Page 112: ... A and B 4 Setting the flash output level compensation in TTL BL or TTL mode Press the SEL FUNC or or button to display the flash output level compensation value blinking Press the or button to increase or decrease the compensation value Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the value will stop blinking The last value to blink is the one that has been set automatically The same value is set for...

Page 113: ...t in the camera s viewfinder To compensate set a higher ISO sensitivity or use a wider aperture and reshoot In the M manual mode set manual flash output level Press the SEL FUNC button to display the manual flash output level value blinking Press the or button to increase or decrease the value Press the SEL FUNC button once again and the value will stop blinking The last value to blink is the one ...

Page 114: ...ually taking the picture Using the Target Light Focus assist Illuminator in close up flash operation using cords Press the Target Light button on the SU 800 for more than one second the Target Light on the SB R200 lights up The Target Light illuminates for 60 seconds and goes out automatically To cancel the illumination within 60 seconds press the Target Light button again for more than one second...

Page 115: ...Speedlight care Specifications and optional accessories 1 Available flash modes 2 Usable lenses with limited functions with the SB R200 3 Notes on continuous flash operation 4 Optional accessories 5 Tips on Speedlight care 6 Notes on batteries 7 Troubleshooting 8 Specifications 9 Index ...

Page 116: ...ake exposure compensation About the flash shooting distance range in the TTL auto flash mode When the SB R200 is used as a remote flash unit the flash shooting distance range is 0 6m to 28m 2 to 92 ft and varies depending on ISO sensitivity and lens aperture in use Usable flash shooting distance range m ft ISO Aperture 25 50 100 200 400 800 1600 f 1 4 0 6 3 5 2 0 11 6 0 6 5 0 2 0 16 0 6 7 1 2 0 23...

Page 117: ...st the SB R200 to illuminate the center of the picture angle using the Target light When taking pictures at reproduction ratios other than those listed above determine the appropriate figures on the table above For example at a 1 2 reproduction ratio refer to applicable aperture at 1 1 or 1 3 When the Extreme Close Up Positioning Adapter SW 11 is used with the SB R200 the flash light amount varies...

Page 118: ...auto flash mode Available flash output level In close up flash operation M1 1 to M1 64 In Commander flash operation M1 1 to M1 128 In Repeating flash operation M1 8 to M1 128 Determining the aperture and flash output level in the M manual mode In the Manual mode use the following guide number and the equation to calculate the aperture flash output level and shooting distance to obtain the correct ...

Page 119: ...ote flash unit A warning indicator appears if the SB R200 or SB 600 receives an Auto Aperture AA flash mode signal If the flash mode is set to Auto Aperture flash while a non CPU lens is mounted the AA mode display blinks as a warning and the flash units will not fire For flash shooting distance range in the Auto Aperture flash mode read the instruction manual of your Speedlight Notes on performin...

Page 120: ... Nikkor 17 35mm f 2 8D IF ED SY 1 77 Up to 4 AF Zoom Nikkor 18 35mm f 3 5 4 5D IF ED SY 1 77 Up to 2 AF S Zoom Nikkor 28 70mm f 2 8D IF ED SY 1 77 Up to 2 AF S VR Zoom Nikkor 70 200mm f 2 8G IF ED SY 1 77 Up to 4 AF Zoom Nikkor 80 200mm f 2 8D ED SY 1 77 Up to 4 Lens Adapter rings Max number of flash units AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 12 24mm f 4G IF ED SY 1 77 Up to 4 AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 17 55mm f 2 8G IF...

Page 121: ...ength at which vignetting occurs Digital SLR Nikon DX format cameras 135 format 24 36mm SLR cameras AF Nikkor 28mm f 1 4D No vignetting All settings AF S Zoom Nikkor 17 35mm f 2 8D IF ED No vignetting 24mm or shorter AF Zoom Nikkor 18 35mm f 3 5 4 5D IF ED No vignetting 24mm or shorter AF S Zoom Nikkor 28 70mm f 2 8D IF ED No vignetting 35mm or shorter AF S DX Zoom Nikkor 12 24mm f 4G IF ED 15mm o...

Page 122: ...ontinuous flash operation at six frames per sec Flash mode Max number of continuous firings at 6 frames sec TTL auto flash 15 Manual flash Flash output level M1 1 M1 2 Manual flash Flash output level M1 4 to M1 64 30 Flash output level 1 8 1 16 1 32 1 64 Up to 4 Up to 8 Up to 16 Up to 30 WARNING Do not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings You should allow the Speedlight to cool off for ...

Page 123: ... G2 for fluorescent light TN A1 for incandescent tungsten light TN A2 for incandescent tungsten light BLUE YELLOW RED AMBER Colored gel filters are consumable items and subject to gradual deterioration in color due to the heat generated by the flash firing Therefore it is recommended to check and replace these filters when necessary Dedicated Adapter Ring UR 5 With an AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f 2 8D l...

Page 124: ... subject to high temperatures such as near a heater or stove as this may cause damage When not using the Speedlight for more than two weeks be sure to remove the battery to prevent damage due to battery leakage Take the Speedlight out once a month insert the battery and fire the unit several times to reform the capacitor When the Speedlight is stored together with a desiccant renew the desiccant o...

Page 125: ...d batteries are used at low temperatures the Commander or Speedlight units may not work properly When taking photographs in low temperatures use fresh batteries and keep a set of spares in a warm place e g a coat pocket Battery power tends to weaken as the temperature drops At low temperatures flash capacity decreases and recycling takes longer Battery power will recover if they are not used and a...

Page 126: ...ameras if the SU 800 and the SB R200 are connected using cords the Err indicator appears and the Using cords indicator blinks Incompatible camera warning The SU 800 cannot be used with COOLPIX 8400 and COOLPIX 8800 digital cameras If used the Wireless flash indicator blinks as a warning Incorrect connection to the SB R200 using cords With cameras not compatible with CLS if the SU 800 and the SB R2...

Page 127: ...ode Using cords indicator If the SU 800 is mounted on cameras not compatible with CLS the Commander function does not work Warning indicators appear if the Commander mode is set When the SU 800 is mounted on CLS compatible cameras the SU 800 and SB R200 will not work if these units are connected using cords Warning indicators will appear Incompatible camera warning The SU 800 cannot be used with C...

Page 128: ...h units Control signal from the Commander SU 800 etc does not reach the light sensor window of the SB R200 Rearrange the position of the SB R200 so that the light from the Commander reaches the SB R200 Vignetting occurs The shutter speed set is faster or slower than the flash sync speed Set the shutter speed to the flash sync speed Vignetting occurs with a wide angle lens Change the lens focal len...

Page 129: ...hile the Speedlight s power is turned on Problem Solution The ready light inside camera s viewfinder blinks when the SU 800 is mounted on cameras not compatible with CLS and the flash mode is set to TTL in close up flash operation using cords Set the flash mode to M manual Warning Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as strong sunshine fire etc Dry batteries should never be recha...

Page 130: ...range Approx 20m 66 ft for SB 800 SB 600 Approx 4m 13 ft for SB R200 at normal settings No of channels 4 No of groups 3 No of transmissions Approx 1200 Transmission interval Approx 1 sec Flash light wavelength Approx 800 to 1000nm infrared ray Flash coverage Approx 60 vertical Approx 78 horizontal Display LCD ready light AF Assist Illuminator Approx 10m 33 ft at center area using a 50mm f 1 8 lens...

Page 131: ...vering light distribution of 24mm lens 60 vertical and 78 horizontal Flash mode i TTL D TTL TTL film based cameras M manual Recycling time Approx 6 sec or less Number of flashes Approx 290 Bounce capability Flash head tilts down toward the optical axis to 60 with click stops at every 15 or up to 45 in the opposite direction with click stops at every 15 Flash duration Approx 600µs Mounting foot Ded...

Page 132: ...th CLS 13 Channel 21 Close up flash operation using cords 110 Close up mode 65 Color Filter Holder 24 Color Filter Set 24 123 Colored gel filters 100 Commander 82 Commander mode 79 Commander Close up select switch 58 Continuous flash shooting 122 Control button 19 D D TTL mode 116 Dedicated Adapter Ring 123 Default settings 8 Diffuser 25 105 Displays when blinking 22 Dual light close up flash oper...

Page 133: ...eady light 18 23 Recommended cameras 13 Recommended lenses 13 Remote flash unit 26 82 Remote Speedlight 23 Repeating flash 90 Replace the battery 125 S SB R200 23 59 SC 30 123 SG 3IR 24 50 SJ R200 24 100 SU 800 18 53 SW 11 24 103 SW 12 25 105 SW C1 25 106 SX 1 24 SZ 1 24 Shutter release button 32 Speedlight Stand 24 107 Speedlight parts 18 T TTL cord 123 TTL cord terminal 110 TTL mode 116 Target l...

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