Nikon PZ40X User Manual

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Welcome to the worldwide family of Sunpak Owners. Your Sunpak PZ40X is  
specially designed for NIKON AF-SLRs as well as some Nikon type digital  
cameras. The PZ40X can also work with cameras having a non-dedicated,  
single-contact hot shoe. Your new PZ40X has many unique features; please take  
a few minutes to read this owner's manual carefully.  
Features and Function of the Sunpak PZ40X  
* Multi-step Auto Power Zoom function automatically provides optical flash coverage  
matched to the focal length of the lens in use. (24-80mm)  
* Super-compact size. This unit is 40% smaller and 2-1/2 oz. (70g) lighter than previous  
flash units with the same features and power output, making it far easier to handle  
on-camera, while taking up little space in your camera bag.  
* With A-group cameras, you can use the PZ40X in the 3D Multi-Flash mode (with D-type  
lens only) and Multi-Flash mode (both modes employ a pre-flash for accurate measurement  
of distance to subject).  
* With A-, B- and C-group cameras, the TTL Auto Mode calculates and outputs the optimal  
flash level automatically.  
* With D-group cameras, you can use the D-TTL mode for the most precise flash-exposure  
management.  
* A large, easy to read LCD panel displays all the information needed to monitor and control  
all flash settings. The panel can be illuminated for easy reading in dark conditions.  
The data display remains on for 20 seconds after pressing the display button.  
* The PZ40X has a built-in auto-focus assist light, which comes on automatically to aid  
auto-focusing at low light levels.  
This owner's manual is written for four groups of NIKON cameras; Group A, B, C,  
& D as follows:  
Your NIKON  
Group  
F5, F100, N90 series, F80, N80, F70D, N70  
F4 series, F-801S, F-801, Pronea 6i, Pronea 600i  
Group A  
Group B  
Group C  
Group D  
F60D, N60, F50D, N50  
D-100  
With cameras other than those listed above, please verify compatibility and function by  
* The PZ40X provides five Manual flash output settings, from full power to 1/16.  
* The PZ40X has a power-saving function that turns the unit off automatically if it hasn't  
been used for 5 minutes. This energy-saving feature reduces battery consumption.  
* The PZ40X flash head can be tilted upward incrementally to a full 90 degrees (vertical),  
for convenient bounce flash capability.  
Table of contents  
Important Safeguards ………………………………………………………… 11  
New features and functions ………………………………………………… 12  
Description of Parts ………………………………………………………… 13  
Installing the battery …………………………………………………………… 14  
Mounting the PZ40X to the Camera ……………………………………… 14  
Automatic Shutdown ……………………………………………………………… 14  
Mode Select Button ………………………………………………………………… 15  
Power Zoom Head ……………………………………………………………… 16  
Using the PZ40X with Digital Cameras …………………………………………… 16  
Multi-area BL Mode …………………………………………………………… 16  
TTL mode …………………………………………………………………………… 17  
Manual Mode ……………………………………………………………………… 17  
Adjustable Bounce Flash Head ………………………………………………… 18  
Continuous Use ……………………………………………………………………… 19  
Technical Specification of PZ40X ………………………………………………… 19  
Note:  
* When using the PZ40X on your camera, please hold your camera and not the flash. If  
you hold onto the PZ40X only, your camera may slip off the flash foot and be damaged,  
or the weight of the camera may damage the flash foot.  
*If you use PZ40X with cameras other than NIKON AF series SLRs, you can only use it  
in Manual Mode. Please refer to Page 17.  
*Depending on the type of lens used, the distance may not be indicated on the LCD  
Display.  
Important: Flash coverage limitations  
When using a lens with a focal length less of than 24mm, the PZ40X will not cover the  
entire field of view, and the edges and corners of the image will be dark. Also, the overall  
exposure may not be correct. Please use this unit with lenses of 24mm or greater focal  
length.  
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Description of Parts  
Bounce angle display to  
the upwards  
Accessory (optional)  
Mounting Guide  
Flashtube Housing  
Battery Compartment  
Cover  
LCD Display  
Zoom Button  
Mode Select Button  
Autofocus Infrared  
Flash  
Power Switch  
Ready Light/Test  
(Open Flash) button  
Knurled Lock Ring  
Dedicated/Hot Shoe Contact  
LCD Display  
When the focal length of a lens is less than 24mm, display. In  
this case, the circumference becomes dark and the right exposure  
is not obtained. Please use the focal length of 24mm or more.  
Power Ratio  
Flash Functions  
Auto OK  
Zoom Focal Length  
Flash Range Scale  
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will not be available for several seconds. We suggest that you wait a few seconds  
after the Ready Light activates to achieve maximum output.  
Installing the batteries  
* If it takes longer than 30 seconds for the "Ready Light" to come back on, when  
the flash is fired in Full Power Mode, replace the batteries with a fresh set.  
1. Before installing the batteries, please check  
that the power switch is in the "OFF" position. To  
unlock the battery compartment, push lightly on  
the center of the cover.  
2. To open the battery compartment slide the  
cover back (toward the rear of the unit) as  
shown.  
3. Insert two AA size batteries into the battery  
compartment according to the polarity  
indications " +- ". The battery compartment  
is designed to prevent incorrect insertion. The  
PZ40X will not operate if the batteries are  
installed incorrectly.  
Mounting the PZ40X to the camera  
A B C D  
*When mounting or detaching the PZ40X from the camera, always make sure the  
ON/OFF Switch is to the "OFF" position, or damage may occur.  
1 Slip the unit onto the camera's hot shoe. Turn the knurled lock ring to firmly affix  
the flash unit.  
2 When the PZ40X is used with NIKON AF cameras, the shutter speed is set  
automatically. When used with other cameras, please set the shutter speed to the  
appropriate flash sync speed (check your camera manual).  
4. Press the battery cover in and forward, until  
it snaps into place. When the unit is switched  
on, it will start charging with a slight humming  
sound and the "Ready Light" will come on when  
charging is completed.  
5. To turn the power off slide the switch to the  
"OFF" position. The "Ready Light" will go off and  
the unit will not flash.  
A B C D  
Automatic shut-down  
In order to save battery life, the PZ40X automatically switches to the Power  
Saving Standby Mode after about 5 minutes. The LCD panel will go blank and the  
flash ready light will turn off.  
To reactivate the flash, simply slide the switch to the "OFF" position and then back  
to the "ON" position, or lightly depress the camera's shutter release. The flash  
ready indicator will go on again after a brief delay.  
* When using the A-, B-, or D-group cameras, lightly depress the camera's shutter  
release, or simply slide the switch to the "OFF" position and then back to the "ON"  
position.  
* When using C-group cameras, push the ready button or simply slide the switch  
to the "OFF" position and then back to the "ON" position.  
*Before mounting the flash unit onto the camera, please turn the flash unit off. If it  
is turned on, the flash unit may self-fire, or damage the flash unit may result.  
We recommend that you use Sunpak rechargeable NiMH (nickel metal-hydride)  
batteries when possible. They provide shorter recycling times, an increased  
number of flashes per set, as well as energy-saving benefits.  
* To get out of "Auto Power Save" mode, slide the power switch to the "OFF"  
position. Then slide the switch to "ON" while holding the Zoom Button.  
* The flash is ready to fire as soon as the Ready Light is lit. However, full power  
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Note; this chart shows how to select the functions and set the PZ40X using the Mode Select Button and the Zoom button.  
Mode Select Button  
A B C D  
Chart 1  
Press the Zoom button  
Press the Mode Select Button  
This mode can be used only when using an A-group camera.  
When using a D-group camera, D-TTL Mode will be set.  
3D Multi Flashing Mode  
(3D MULT-Mode)  
TTL Mode  
Manual Mode  
With A-group cameras, repeated pressing  
of the mode button will cycle the flash display  
from 3DMULT Mode to TTL and through the  
manual power ratio settings, returning to the  
3DMULT Mode. (Other cameras will return to  
the TTL Mode)  
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Power Zoom Head  
Multi-area BL Mode  
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The PZ40X is equipped with a motorized zoom  
head. It is controlled by the camera and is set  
automatically to provide optimal flash coverage  
for the focal length of the lens in use. It can even  
select intermediate settings within the 24-80mm  
focal length range. Or, it can be manually set  
select to 24, 28, 35, 50, and 80mm by using the  
Manual Zoom Mode.  
You can use the Multi-area BL Mode when  
you use an A-group camera. When using the  
PZ40X, an A-group camera switches to MULT  
Mode when an input button is pushed, and  
3DMULT is displayed as shown in the figure  
at right. (The last setup will be displayed if a  
switch is turned on.)(Only the TTL Mode is  
displayed when using group B- and C-group  
cameras.) In response to a signal from the camera, the flash unit calculates the  
correct flash exposure based on the film speed, sets the aperture instantly, and  
displays the effective TTL flash range on the PZ40X LCD panel. The flash unit  
determines the optimum amount of light required for a proper exposure with films  
from ISO6 to 6400. The available range will be displayed when you partly depress  
the camera's shutter release, or when the Ready Light is on.  
mmmmmmmmmm  
TTL  
* Auto Power Zoom works only with lenses of 24mm or  
greater focal length.  
* When using A-, B-, and D-group cameras with NIKKOR lenses,  
the Auto Power Zoom function can be used. With other lenses, use the manual  
(M-Zoom) Mode.  
The flash range is from 1.5 ft to 100 ft (0.5 to 32m) and is indicated by means of a  
bar graph. An asterisk indicates distances greater than 100 ft (30m).  
* Multi-area BL is the advanced TTL function that enables the flash to balance the  
light between subject and background to provide the best overall exposure.  
Using the PZ40X with Digital Cameras  
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TTL Mode Setting  
With digital cameras (such as the Nikon D-100), both TTL Autoflash Mode and Manual  
Mode are available. Please refer to Page 6. When taking a picture, the Ready light blinks at  
first and then lights steadily. While you can take a picture as soon as the ready light blinks,  
we recommend that you wait for the Ready Light to remain on before shooting to insure that  
you get the best exposure.  
3D Multi BL Mode (Group A camera) .... The most advanced BL mode to  
have the optimal flash. The pre-flash result and distance information from the D  
lens controls the amount of flash volume. This function is available only when  
a group A camera is equipped with D type lens.  
Multi BL Mode (Group A camera) .... This also performs a pre-flash, and  
controls the amount of flash by TTL measurement. This function is available  
when using an AF lens other than D type lens.  
* If it takes longer than a few seconds for the Ready Light to illuminate, or the Ready Light  
doesn't light at all, please replace the batteries or charge rechargeable batteries.  
TTL Mode (All of NIKON AF cameras).... This gives the optimal aperture to an  
object all the time. The brightness of the background is not, so that the object  
sometimes becomes too bright.  
* We recommend that you use Ni-MH batteries for faster recycling and more flashes per  
charge.  
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A B C  
TTL Mode  
A B C D  
Manual Mode  
D
Mount the PZ40X on the camera and push the  
mode-selector button until the LCD panel displays  
TTL. (The LCD panel shows the previous mode when  
you first turn the power switch on.) The PZ40X now  
calculates exposure based on the camera's selected  
aperture and film speed and displays the effective  
TTL distance range. The display of the effective  
distance range does not appear until you partly  
There are five power-output settings available with th
from full power to 1/16 power. First, push the Mode S
until “M” is displayed. The flash will then be in the Man
the Chart 1 on page 15 for details on setup.  
Here are some situations when manual mode is desirab
1. Daylight synchronization (Flash is used outdoors to
the subject is photographed against a strong backlight)  
2. When certain focal-length length lenses will be used, such as fisheye type.  
3. When a motor drive or an auto-winder will be used.  
depress the camera's shutter release or the Ready Light comes on. A bar graph  
shows the flash range display from 1.5 ft to 100 ft (0.5m to 32m). An asterisk will  
appear if this distance is exceeded.  
4. When a number of flashes are used together.  
Note: An arrow in the LCD display indicates that the maximum flash range of  
100 ft. (30m) has been exceeded.  
TTL Mode with NIKON AF cameras, Aperture Setting and Shutter  
Speed (Table 2)  
Aperture Setting, Shutter Speed, Range Calculation for Manual Mode  
(Table 3)  
NIKON AF series SLR cameras  
NIKON AF series SLR cameras  
Camera  
Mode  
"S" mode  
(Shutter  
Preference AE)  
"A" mode  
(Aperture  
"P" mode,  
(Program AE)  
"M" mode  
(Manual)  
Setting  
A, S, M mode  
M(Full) M(1/16)  
Camera  
Flash  
Preference AE)  
Mode  
Aperture  
Setting  
Automatically set  
by ambient light  
Automatically set  
by ambient light  
Manual set  
(F/STOP)  
Manual set  
(F/STOP)  
Shutter  
Automatically set by Automatically set by  
ambient light ambient light  
Manual set  
Manual set  
Speed *1  
Camera  
Aperture  
S - auto set, M, A - manual set  
Finder  
is displayed  
Indication  
the LCD panel  
(refer to the part of the 14-page LCD panel).  
Range  
Flash mode groups refer to the mode of a flash. (3DMULT, TTL, M)  
*1 Shutter speed is set to the X-sync speed or a slower shutter speed. Since  
X-sync speeds vary with different camera models, please refer to your camera's  
instruction manual.  
is displayed  
Finder Indication  
film speed  
Range = Zoom Guide number(p.19) ×  
÷ F Stop  
ISO 100  
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Auto OK  
When the subject is within the Auto Effective Range and there is enough light, the  
"Auto OK" symbol in the LCD display will blink for about 2 seconds after the flash  
has been fired.  
If the symbol goes out, then there was not enough light for an exposure. In that  
case, either move closer to the object or select a larger aperture.  
Even if the subject is within the Auto Effective Range, the "Auto OK" symbol may  
not blink due to the color of an object (dark color with low reflectivity).  
If the flash is fired immediately after the Ready Light comes ON, the effective  
range may be reduced. (Please wait 5 to 10 seconds after the Ready Light is ON  
to achieve maximum power.)  
2. Press the shutter release button of the camera  
partway in to check whether the correct aperture and  
shutter speed are selected.  
Test Flash  
*Important. Note that the effectiveness of the bounce  
flash feature is dependent upon the distance to, and  
the condition of the reflecting surface used.  
If the Test Button is pressed after the Ready Light is on, it fires the flash. The Auto  
OK cannot be used for TTL test flash.  
The angle of the flash must also be set properly to  
achieve the best possible lighting effects. Aim the  
flash head at a point on the bounce surface, halfway  
between the flash and the subject. Normally, when  
Autofocus Infrared Assist Light  
When used in the dark or in low-light conditions, the PZ40X emits an infrared  
auxiliary light when the camera's shutter release button is lightly pressed.  
The camera's Autofocus system uses this light to achieve better autofocus  
performance.  
the flash is bounced off a surface, it will usually lose  
25 % power or more, even when the surface is white.  
Therefore, when a bounce flash photo is taken in TTL mode, it is recommended  
that you select a larger aperture than for a direct flash photograph.  
Adjustable Bounce Flash Head  
*Bounce your flash off a white surface whenever possible to achieve the best  
overall illumination level. Please note that in color photography, when a colored  
surface is used for bounce lighting, it will reflect its color on the subject.  
The SUNPAK PZ40X includes a flash head that allows you to position the light  
in a number of vertical positions, in all exposure modes, even in TTL. For more  
pleasing and creative lighting effects, such as softening shadows on a subject, the  
Bounce Flash Head of the PZ40X is adjustable vertically up to 90 degrees.  
1. Do not attempt to force the Head beyond the settings available, or damage to  
the flash unit will occur.  
*When the PZ40X is set to any bounce lighting position, the distance range is not  
displayed.  
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* Numbers of flashes: Measured with new batteries that are within 3 months from their date of  
production, flashed every 30 seconds continuously and recycled to the point at which the Ready Light  
takes 30 seconds to come on after the last flash.  
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A B C  
Continuous Use  
Do not use the flash continuously for more than the number of times stipulated  
in the table below, in order to prevent damage to the unit. Once the maximum  
number of flashes has been reached, allow the flash to rest for at least 10 minutes  
before using it again.  
Recycling time: The time to activate the Ready Light under the above conditions.  
Power Zoom  
Automatic setting / Signal from camera  
Manual setting / Pressing the Zoom Button  
1-5m (22 – 16in) (Lens F2/50mm)  
AF illuminator Range  
Maximum Use  
Mode  
Operating temperature 0°C - 40°C(32°F - 104°F)  
3DMULT, TTL, M(1/1 1/2)  
M (1/4 1/16)  
15  
20  
Dimensions  
Weight  
93(H)X63(W)X90(L)mm (3.6 x 2.4 x 3.5 in)  
200g (7.0 oz)  
Note. The design and specifications of this product are subject to change without prior notice.  
Technical Specifications of PZ40X  
Guide Number : ISO 100 (m/ft)  
35mm  
(1.4in)  
50mm  
(2.0in)  
80mm  
(3.1in)  
28mm  
(1.1in)  
26/85  
24mm  
(0.9in)  
24/78  
Zoom setting  
1/1  
1/2  
28/92  
20/66  
34/111  
40/131  
28/92  
17/56  
18/59  
24/78  
Manual flash  
1/4  
12/40  
8/26  
6/20  
13/43  
9/30  
6/20  
14/46  
10/33  
7/23  
17/56  
12/40  
8/26  
20/66  
14/46  
10/33  
1/8  
1/16  
Working Range ( m/ft )  
Zoom position  
24mm(0.9in)  
28mm(1.1in)  
14/46  
35mm(1.4in)  
17.5/57  
8.8/29  
50mm(2.0in)  
25/82  
80mm(3.1in)  
40/130  
20/66  
F/2  
F/4  
F/8  
F/16  
12/40  
6/20  
7/23  
12.5/41  
6.3/21  
3/10  
3.5/11  
4.4/14  
10/33  
1.5/5  
1.8/6  
2.2/7  
3.1/10  
5/16  
Numbers of flashes and Recycling time  
Number of flashes  
Approx 100  
Approx 140  
Recycling time  
AA alkaline batteries  
AA Ni-MH Batteries  
Approx 10 sec  
Approx 8 sec  
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