Operating instructions

When loading batteries ensure correct polarity, as indi-

cated by the symbols in the battery compartment.

Mixed up battery poles may destroy the flash unit!

Replace all batteries at a time and make sure that the

batteries are of the same brand and type and have the

same capacity!

Exhausted batteries must not be thrown in the dustbin!

Help protect the environment and dispose of run-down

batteries at the appropriate collecting points.

4.3 Switching the flash unit on and off

The flash unit is switched on by its main switch. In the right

“ON” position, the mecablitz is on. To turn off the flash unit

reset the main switch to its “OFF” position.

4.4 Auto OFF for the flash unit

To save battery power and prevent inadvertent battery drain,

the flash unit is factory-set to automatically switch to standby

mode (Auto OFF) 10 minutes after

• being switched on,

• a flash is fired

• the shutter release is actuated

• the camera’s exposure metering system is switched off.

...The green flash-ready light is extinguished.

The flash unit can be reactivated by pressing the shutter

release (wake up function).

The flash unit should always be turned off using the

main switch if it is not going to be used for an exten-

ded period.

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