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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DIGITAL TTL POWER ZOOM FLASH

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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 overheating 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.

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Compatible cameras

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UNIQUE FUNCTION

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.

The color display automatically rotates

to allow for easy operation in both the

horizontal and vertical positions.

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.

Nissin Japan Ltd., Tokyo

http://www.nissin-japan.com

Nissin Marketing Ltd., Hong Kong

http://www.nissindigital.com

MG0412N REV. 1.2

Type N

Design and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Summary of content (11 pages)

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DIGITAL TTL POWER ZOOM FLASH Nissin Japan Ltd., Tokyo http://www.nissin-japan.com INSTRUCTION MANUAL Nissin Marketing Ltd., Hong Kong http://www.nissindigital.com Type N Design and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 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. MG0412N REV. 1.
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Nomenclature SAFETY 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. X-terminal USB service port Flash head/ Wireless transmitter WARNING This sign refers the danger or serious damage. External service Sub-Flash The flash unit contains high voltage electric parts. Do not try to open or repair the flash unit.
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BASIC OPERATION MG8000 has energy saving double power off function. Inserting batteries Usable batteries - Alkaline batteries, Lithium batteries, NiMH batteries. 1. seconds of idle use on the camera or after the last setting is made. To 1. Remove the battery magazine and insert save the battery energy, you can select the display-off setting from the 4 x size AA batteries as shown in the custom setting. In this case, the display screen turns off in about 8 picture. seconds of idle use.
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The flash illumination coverage of MG8000 responds to the lens focal length of TTL Flash Exposure Value Compensation 24mm to 105mm (full size format / film camera standard). With the latest TTL flash control system, the flash power level is always 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.
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Manual Zoom Setting Manual Power Opertion The reflector position of MG8000 can be set manually. To get an illumination 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. Set for 2 seconds.
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Setting of Master and Slave flash: Av. Mode Operation 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 The mode to be set on the camera: or function mode or set to the camera’s built-in flash on. Make sure which The flash light is automatically controlled by the photo sensor built-in the flash mode you chose, digital pre-flash flash system or analogue flash system. unit instead of TTL metering.
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! NOTE Wireless Remote Flash Mode The shutter speed to be set on the camera is calculated in the following formula. The mode to be set on the camera: Number of flashes ÷ Frequency ＝ Shutter Speed Example : To get 20 flashes at 10Hz 20÷10＝2 (Full Auto), The shutter speed to be set on the camera is 2 seconds or longer. Shutter for bulb setting is also available. Hz (Shutter priority), (Manual), MG8000 provides two possibilities of off camera wireless remote flash system.
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Setting the Remote flash SETTING THE SLAVE FLASH Channel, Group and the flash reflector zooming position are to be set on the Remote flash. Group A TTL and Manual mode is available on Remote Flash, which can however only Group B be set by the Master flash. From the 6 icons screen, select Select Remote and set and set Set. . AF assist light starts Set blinking every 2 seconds showing MG8000 stands by in Remote Flash mode . Select the line channel and set Master Flash the channel.
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Functions by Camera setting Red-eye reduction You do not need to set the flash unit for these functions. To prevent the subject’s eyes from appearing red, MG8000 fires three controlled flashes just before the picture is taken. Red-eye reduction High speed shutter synchronization can be combined with slow sync. This function is available at A mode and TTL mode. Red-eye reduction flash is produced at all modes of MG8000.
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USB Service Port SPECIFICATIONS 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. Usable cameras Nikon i-TTL flash system SLR and hotshoe type Compact digital cameras-ref.
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