Owner’s Manual BL00004854-200
About This Manual This manual contains instructions for the EF-X500, a powerful, multi-functional flash unit from FUJIFILM. When using the flash, refer to both this guide and the camera manual. Symbols Introduction The following symbols are used in this manual: Information that should be read to prevent damage to the product. Additional information that may be helpful when using the product. P Pages on which related information may be found. O N Using the Flash Do not pick up the camera by the flash.
P Chapter Index First-time users should read the Introduction and Chapter 1 for basic information on using the flash.
Table of Contents About This Manual .......................................................................ii Symbols.........................................................................................................ii Using the Flash .........................................................................................ii Supplied Accessories ............................................................................ii The EF-X500 ...................................................................
Table of Contents 2 Flash Controls 22 Bounce Lighting.........................................................................23 Using the Wide Panel ...............................................................24 Catchlight Photography..........................................................25 The Diffuser .................................................................................26 3 Single Flash Mode 28 Flash Control Mode...................................................................
4 Wireless Flash Photography 46 Wireless Flash Control ..............................................................47 Placement and Range ..............................................................48 Remote Flash Units ...................................................................49 Group.......................................................................................................... 50 Flash Compensation/Output....................................................... 51 Channel ..........
Table of Contents 6 Setup 80 The Setup Menu.........................................................................81 TEST BUTTON......................................................................................... 82 TTL TEST POWER .................................................................................. 82 SCALE UNITS .......................................................................................... 82 LCD DENSITY.....................................................................
The EF-X500 This powerful, multi-functional flash unit features support for i-TTL flash control, FP (high-speed sync), and optical wireless remote control. Introduction The EF-X500 can be controlled remotely via optical wireless flash control or mounted on the camera hot shoe for use as a stand-alone flash unit or as a master flash controlling remote FUJIFILM flash units via optical wireless control. The following features are available when the unit is mounted on an X-series camera with a hot shoe.
The EF-X500 Flash Placement When using the FUJIFILM optical wireless remote flash control system, orient the remote units with their optical receivers facing the master unit and rotate the flash heads to the desired angles. Receiver C A B The approximate maximum ranges for remote flash control are as shown. Range may be reduced by obstacles or interference from sunlight or other light sources. Indoors Outdoors ∼70° ∼15 m (49 ft.) ∼10 m (33 ft.) ∼7 m (22 ft.) ∼10 m (33 ft.
Parts of the Flash See the page numbers to the right of each item for more information. Introduction A Fresnel lens (flash window) ................ 23 B Wide panel............................................... 24 C Catchlight panel .................................... 25 D Accessory mount (cover) ..................... 26 E Power connector cover F Hot shoe contacts.................................. 15 G Mount ....................................................... 15 H Optical receiver ....................
The LCD Display The display varies according to the mode selected with the power switch (P 17).
P 31 Manual Introduction A Flash output P 33 Repeating A Flash output B Number of flashes C Frequency O The display is shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes. The page and function button icons at the bottom of the display vary with the page selected. The display backlight turns on when flash controls are used.
The LCD Display Remote Mode The following indicators are displayed when the power switch is rotated to REMOTE. The display varies according to whether the flash is in normal or slave mode (P 50, 77).
Master Mode The following indicators are displayed when the power switch is rotated to MASTER. The display varies with the flash control mode (P 60, 64, 68, 71).
The LCD Display P 64 TTL Output Ratio Selection P 68 Manual A Manual mode (group A) B Flash output (group A) C Flash output (group B) D Flash output (group C) E Manual mode (group C) F Manual mode (group B) 8 Introduction A TTL output ratio selection mode C Output ratio (groups A and B) B Flash compensation (groups A and B)
The LCD Display P 71 Repeating Introduction A Repeating mode B Flash output (group A) C Number of flashes D Flash output (group B) E Frequency F Flash output (group C) Master Mode Not Supported The display at right appears in the flash LCD if master mode is not supported by the camera to which the unit is attached.
Adjusting Settings Flash settings can be adjusted as described below. To adjust settings, press the page button (A) to reach the page (B) with the desired item (C). You can then press the function button (D) immediately below the item to highlight it, rotate the command dial (E) to display the desired option, and press OK (F). Introduction N The makeup of each page and the items associated with the function buttons vary according to whether the power switch is in the ON, REMOTE, or MASTER position.
Adjusting Settings Introduction FP mode (high-speed flash sync) At high shutter speeds, the first and second curtains in the camera’s focal-plane shutter pass over the sensor simultaneously with a small time gap, exposing only a narrow slit, with the result that the light from a normally-timed flash reaches only a small section of the sensor. Flash photography consequently requires slower shutter speeds, severely limiting the range of speeds available.
Getting Started This chapter describes how to ready the flash for shooting and the basic procedure for taking pictures using the flash.
Inserting Batteries The flash takes four AA alkaline or nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries (Ni-MH batteries are recommended for increased endurance and shorter charging times). O Replace all four batteries at the same time, using fresh or ful- ly-charged batteries of the same brand and type. The rubber gasket inside the cover prevents water entry; if the unit is wet, dry it thoroughly before opening the cover and remove any droplets on or around the gasket.
Inserting Batteries O Remove the batteries if the product will not be used for an extended period. The batteries may be hot immediately after the flash has fired a number of times in succession; observe caution when removing the batteries. Battery Life and Recycling Time Battery life and recycling time vary with battery type, as is shown in the table below (in-house measurements). Choose a type that matches your needs. 14 1 Getting Started Size, type, and number Number of uses (approx.
Attachment and Removal Turn the flash off before mounting it on or removing it from the hot shoe. If the flash is on, it may short the hot shoe contacts, causing the flash to fire unexpectedly or other product malfunction. Remove any water from the mount and the hot shoe before attaching the flash. 1 Attaching the Flash Getting Started 1 Release the latch by sliding it as shown. O Be sure to release the latch before attaching the flash. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the hot shoe.
Attachment and Removal Detaching the Flash Unlatch and detach the unit as shown. Do not attempt to remove the unit without first unlatching it, as this could damage the hot shoe.
Turning the Flash On and Off Use the power switch to turn the flash on or off. 1 Turning the Flash On To turn the flash on, rotate the power switch to ON, or hold the power switch latch and rotate the switch to REMOTE or MASTER. • Choose ON to use the unit as a standalone flash mounted on the camera hot shoe. Getting Started • Choose REMOTE to use the unit as a remote flash controlled via FUJIFILM optical remote flash control.
Turning the Flash On and Off Standby If no operations are performed for about two minutes, the flash will enter standby mode to reduce the drain on the batteries and the ready lamp will blink slowly. Normal operation can be restored by pressing the ready lamp (test button). You can disable this feature or change the time before the flash enters standby mode (P 84, 85). 18 1 Getting Started Charging The ready lamp blinks while the flash charges.
Turning the Flash On and Off The LCD Backlight The LCD display backlight turns on when controls are used, and remains on for about 15 seconds. The backlight lights green in single flash and master modes, amber in remote mode, and red when a temperature warning (P 95) is displayed. 1 You can adjust display contrast (P 82), disable the backlight, or choose how long the backlight remains on (P 83).
Taking Photographs For automatic through-the-lens (TTL) flash control, use the camera in mode P (program AE). Rotate the power switch to ON. 2 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 3 Press the l function button to highlight flash control mode. 4 Rotate the command dial to select s (TTL mode) and press OK.
Taking Photographs 5 After confirming that the ready lamp is lit, take pictures using the camera shutter button. N The flash will not fire if you release the shutter before the ready lamp lights. If you release the shutter while the lamp is flashing, the flash will fire but not at full power. If the subject appears underexposed when the photograph is played back, try taking the shot again after moving closer to your subject or choosing a higher value for ISO sensitivity.
Flash Controls Read this chapter for information on bounce lighting, the wide and catchlight panels, and the diffuser.
Bounce Lighting The flash head can be tilted so that the light from the flash is reflected from a ceiling or wall for softer, more natural lighting or to illuminate the area behind your subject. 2 Flash Controls 90° The flash head can be tilted by as much as 90° up, 10° down, 135° left, and 180° right. The head locks at 0° 180° and 90° up; when moving it up or down from these positions, keep the bounce latches on the sides of the flash head pressed.
Using the Wide Panel The wide panel offers coverage for focal lengths as short as about 20 mm (35 mm format equivalent). 1 Slide the wide panel out and down to cover the fresnel lens. O Do not use force. The panel could pull free of the flash head. 2 Return the catchlight panel to its housing above the flash window. 2 Press the shutter button all the way down to fire the flash and take a photograph. Confirm that the subject is within the effective range of the flash.
Catchlight Photography The catchlight panel can be used in combination with bounce lighting to add catchlights to your subjects’ eyes. 1 Raise the catchlight panel as shown. Catchlight panel Wide panel 2 2 Return the wide panel to its housing. Flash Controls For best results, stay close to your subject and rotate the flash head up 90° and 0° horizontally. The desired results may not be achieved if the head is rotated left or right.
The Diffuser The diffuser diffuses and softens the light from the flash. 1 Remove the accessory mount cover. When attaching or removing the cover, cup your hand around it as shown. Do not use force. 2 Attach the diffuser as shown. 2 prevent injury due to your fingers getting caught between the diffuser and the flash unit.
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Single Flash Mode Read this chapter for more information on using the EF-X500 as a standalone flash unit.
Flash Control Mode When the power switch is rotated to ON (single flash mode), you can choose the flash control mode from TTL, manual (P 31), and repeating flash (P 33). TTL Mode In TTL mode (P 20), automatic flash control is available when the camera is in mode P (program AE). N The flash display shows the approximate range when the camera shutter button is pressed halfway.
Flash Control Mode 2 Press the m function button to highlight flash compensation. 3 Rotate the command dial to choose the desired value, or select ±0 to turn flash compensation off. 3 Single Flash Mode 4 Press OK.
Manual Mode In manual mode, you can choose the flash output in fractions of full power, from 1⁄1 (full power) to 1⁄512, in steps of 1⁄3 EV (note that depending on shooting conditions, output may be less than selected if the limits of the camera exposure metering system are reached). 3 Single Flash Mode 1 Rotate the power switch to ON. 2 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 3 Press the l function button to highlight the flash control mode.
Flash Control Mode 5 Press the m function button and rotate the command dial to adjust flash output. 6 Press OK. 3 Single Flash Mode N The flash display shows the approxi- mate range when the camera shutter button is pressed halfway.
Repeating Flash Mode In this mode, the flash fires multiple times. This can be combined with slow shutter speeds for a stroboscopic flash that records moving subjects at multiple positions within the frame. You can adjust flash output and choose the flash frequency (the interval between flashes) and the number of times the flash fires with each shot. 1 Rotate the power switch to ON. 2 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 3 Press the l function button to highlight the flash control mode.
Flash Control Mode 4 Rotate the command dial to select U (repeating flash) and press OK. 5 Press the m function button and rotate the command dial to adjust flash output. Press OK to proceed. 3 Single Flash Mode 6 Press the c function button and rotate the command dial to choose the number of the times the flash will fire.
3 7 Press the c function button again and rotate the command dial to choose the flash frequency. 8 Press OK. Single Flash Mode Shutter Speed For best result, shutter speed should approximately equal the time it takes for the flash to fire the selected number of times. Shutter speed can be calculated as follows: Shutter speed = number of lashes ÷ frequency For example, if the flash is set to fire 20 times at a frequency of 4 Hz, choose a shutter speed around 5 s.
Flash Control Mode Maximum Number of Flashes The maximum values that can be selected for the number of flashes is shown below.
Camera Controls If the camera offers full support for the EF-X500 (P 96), flash settings can be adjusted using camera controls. Flash Setup Flash settings can be adjusted using the p FLASH SETTING > FLASH FUNCTION SETTING option in the camera shooting menu. See the camera manual for more information.
Other Settings This section lists the other settings that can be accessed via the page and function buttons in single flash mode. Lighting Give priority to range or flash coverage. 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the n function button to highlight lighting. 3 Single Flash Mode 3 Rotate the command dial to highlight one of the following options and press OK to select. • J (output priority): Gain range by slightly reducing coverage.
Coverage Adjust the angle of illumination (flash coverage), or choose AUTO to automatically match coverage to lens focal length. 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the e function button to highlight coverage. 3 Rotate the command dial to select the desired option and press OK. 3 Single Flash Mode O This setting has no effect when the wide panel is used.
Other Settings LED Video Light On/Off Turn the LED on the front of the flash unit on or off. 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the k function button to turn the video light on (L) or off.
LED Video Light Brightness Adjust the brightness of the LED video light. 3 Single Flash Mode 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the M function button to display the current video light brightness. 3 Rotate the command dial to select the desired brightness and press OK.
Other Settings LED AF-Assist Lamp/Catchlight The LED video light on the front of the flash unit can also be used to add a catchlight or as an AF-assist lamp for still photography. Unlike the catchlight panel, the LED catchlight can be used when shooting with the camera rotated to take pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation or when the flash head is at an angle other than 90°. 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed.
3 Rotate the command dial to highlight one of the following options and press OK to select. • • • • 3 Single Flash Mode 43 : AF-assist lamp and catchlight off. : AF-assist lamp on, catchlight off. : AF-assist lamp off, catchlight on. : AF-assist lamp and catchlight on.
Other Settings Single Flash Mode Options Single flash mode options are summarized below.
Other Settings Page Button A B C 3 Single Flash Mode 45 Function k (LED video light on/ off ) M (LED video light brightness) d (LED AF-assist lamp/ catchlight) Options P On, off 40 ⁄–⁄ 41 , , , 42
Wireless Flash Photography This chapter describes how to use the FUJIFILM optical wireless remote flash control system.
Wireless Flash Control The EF-X500 can act as a master flash using optical pulses to control flash mode and output for remote flash units in up to three groups (A, B, and C). Wireless flash control is available in TTL (P 60), TTL output ratio selection (P 64), manual (P 68), and repeating flash (P 71) modes. Wireless Flash Photography 4 The flash can control remote flash units in up to three groups (Figure 1), each of which can contain multiple flash units (Figure 2).
Placement and Range Place the remote units within communications range of the master flash, which is shorter outdoors than indoors. The example below shows a single remote unit with TTL flash control. Wireless Flash Photography Indoors ∼15 m (49 ft.) Outdoors ∼10 m (33 ft.) ∼70° 4 ∼7 m (22 ft.) ∼10 m (33 ft.) Remote control range N Use the supplied mini stand and rotate the flash heads to orient the remote units with the receivers facing the master flash.
Remote Flash Units Follow the steps below to configure the unit for use as a remote flash. You can use controls on remote units to choose the group (P 50) and channel (P 52) and make individual adjustments to flash compensation or output (P 51). Wireless Flash Photography 1 Hold the power switch latch and rotate the switch to REMOTE. 2 Use the supplied mini stand to orient the unit with the receiver facing the master flash.
Remote Flash Units Group Assign remote units to group A (o), B (p), or C (q). The flash mode and flash compensation or output for the units in each group can be selected using the master flash. Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the h function button to highlight the group. 3 Rotate the command dial to choose a group and press OK. You can also select P-MODE or N-MODE to use the unit as a slave flash in full manual mode (P 77).
Wireless Flash Photography Flash Compensation/Output Adjust flash compensation or flash output (units in group A, B, or C). The value for the current flash unit is added to that selected for the group as a whole and applies regardless of the flash control mode selected with the master flash, but note that only whole values can be selected with the master flash if individual adjustments are made to flash compensation on remote flash units. 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed.
Remote Flash Units Channel Choose the optical wireless channel (1, 2, 3, or 4) used for communication between the master and remote flash units. Separate channels can be used for different flash systems or to prevent interference when multiple systems are operating in close proximity; be sure the master flash is set to the same channel as the units you wish to control. Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the j function button to highlight the channel.
Remote Flash Units Remote Mode Options: Summary Remote mode options are Page summarized below.
The Master Flash The unit can be configured for use as a master flash as described below. You can choose the channel (P 56) and whether to assign the master flash to a group or turn it off (P 55). Wireless Flash Photography To configure the unit for use as a master flash, hold the power switch latch and rotate the switch to MASTER.
Group Choose whether the master flash remains off or fires as part of group A, group B, or group C. Wireless Flash Photography 4 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the i function button to highlight the master group. 3 Rotate the command dial to choose the desired option and press OK. Choose F, G, or H to have the master flash fire as part of group A, B, or C, respectively, or E to turn the master flash off.
The Master Flash Channel Choose the optical wireless channel (1, 2, 3, or 4) used for communication between the master and remote flash units. Separate channels can be used for different flash systems or to prevent interference when multiple systems are operating in close proximity; be sure the master flash is set to the same channel as the units you wish to control. Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the j function button to highlight the channel.
Master Mode Options: Summary Master mode options are Page summarized below.
The Master Flash Page Button A B A B C 58 Wireless Flash Photography C Options P 1–4 56 J (output priority), n (lighting) I (normal), K (coverage 38 priority) AUTO (coverage is automatically adjusted according to lens focal e (cov- length), M (choose focal length 39 between 24 and 105 mm in erage) 35 mm-format equivalent; varies with camera) k (LED On, off 40 video light on/ off ) M (LED video ⁄–⁄ 41 light brightness) , d (LED , 42 AF-assist lamp/ , catchlight) Function j (channel) 4
Camera Controls If the camera offers full support for the EF-X500 (P 96), flash settings can be adjusted using camera controls. Camera controls can not be used to adjust flash settings when the unit is in remote mode. Wireless Flash Photography Flash Setup Flash settings can be adjusted using the p FLASH SETTING > FLASH FUNCTION SETTING option in the camera shooting menu. See the camera manual for more information.
Taking Photographs After configuring the remote (P 49) and master (P 54) units, use the master flash to choose a flash control mode and adjust settings. 1 After confirming that the master and remote units are set to the same channel (P 52, 56), position the camera (master flash) and remote flash units (P 48). 2 Press the page button to display the page for a group you want to fire in TTL mode.
4 Rotate the command dial to select P and press OK to set all the units in the current group to TTL. Wireless Flash Photography If you want the master flash to fire, assign it to a group (P 55). 5 Press the m function button to highlight flash compensation. 6 Rotate the command dial to choose the desired option and press OK.
Taking Photographs 8 Press the ready lamp to test-fire the remote units. If the remote units do not fire, check that they are correctly positioned (P 48). 9 Press the camera shutter button to fire the flash units and take the picture. Add flash units if lighting is insufficient. Remote Flash Compensation/Output The flash compensation/output selected for the individual remote units in groups A, B, or C (P 50) will be added to the amount selected for the group using the master flash (P 51).
O When placing remote units, note that external light sources may interfere with their operation. N You can test-fire the flash to preview the effects of the current flash setup (modeling flash). For information on choosing the role of the test button, see page 82 or the camera manual. Wireless Flash Photography Units will enter standby mode if no operations are performed for a set period (P 84).
Taking Photographs TTL Output Ratio Selection In this mode, the flash units are divided into two groups (A and B), with the output of each group set as a percentage of the overall output, which is automatically adjusted for optimal exposure. After confirming that the master and remote units are set to the same channel (P 52, 56), position the camera (master flash) and remote flash units (P 48). 2 Press the page button to display the page for group A or B.
4 Rotate the command dial to choose R and press OK to set all units in groups A and B to output ratio selection mode. Wireless Flash Photography If you want the master flash to fire, assign it to a group (P 55). If you want to fire the units in group C, repeat Steps 2–4 to choose the flash control mode for group C, which can be either P or D (manual).
Taking Photographs 7 Press the m function button to highlight flash compensation. 8 Rotate the command dial to choose the desired option and press OK. 9 Confirm that the ready lamps on the master and remote units are lit. If desired, the LED video lights on the remote units can be set to light at the same time as the ready lamps (P 83). Wireless Flash Photography 6 Rotate the command dial to choose the output ratio and press OK.
10 Press the ready lamp to test-fire the remote units. If the remote units do not fire, check that they are correctly positioned (P 48). 11 Press the camera shutter button to fire the flash units at the selected output ratio and take the picture. Add flash units if lighting is insufficient.
Taking Photographs Manual Mode Manually adjust flash output for one or more groups. After confirming that the master and remote units are set to the same channel (P 52, 56), position the camera (master flash) and remote flash units (P 48). 2 Press the page button to display the page for a group you want to fire in manual mode. 3 Press the l function button to highlight the flash control mode.
4 Rotate the command dial to choose D and press OK to set all the units in the current group to manual. Wireless Flash Photography If you want the master flash to fire, assign it to a group (P 55). 5 Press the m function button to highlight flash output. 6 Rotate the command dial to adjust flash output and press OK.
Taking Photographs 8 Press the ready lamp to test-fire the remote units. If the remote units do not fire, check that they are correctly positioned (P 48). 9 Press the camera shutter button to fire the flash units at the selected flash output and take the picture. Add flash units if lighting is insufficient.
Repeating Flash To use repeating flash (P 33) with one or more groups: Wireless Flash Photography 1 After confirming that the master and remote units are set to the same channel (P 52, 56), position the camera (master flash) and remote flash units (P 48). 2 Press the page button to display the page for a group you want to fire in repeating flash mode. 3 Press the l function button to highlight the flash control mode.
Taking Photographs 4 Rotate the command dial to choose W and press OK to set all the units in the current group to repeating flash mode. Wireless Flash Photography If you want the master flash to fire, assign it to a group (P 55). 5 Press the m function button to highlight flash output. 4 6 Rotate the command dial to adjust flash output and press OK.
Wireless Flash Photography 4 7 Press the c function button and rotate the command dial to choose the number of the times the flash will fire. 8 Press the c function button again and rotate the command dial to choose the flash frequency. 9 Press OK to proceed. 10 73 Confirm that the ready lamps on the master and remote units are lit. If desired, the LED video lights on the remote units can be set to light at the same time as the ready lamps (P 83).
Taking Photographs 12 Press the camera shutter button to fire the flash units at the selected settings and take the picture. Add flash units if lighting is insufficient. Remote Flash Compensation/Output The flash compensation/output selected for the individual remote units in groups A, B, or C (P 50) will be added to the amount selected for the group using the master flash (P 51). ±0 +1 +2 +1 Wireless Flash Photography 11 Press the ready lamp to test-fire the remote units.
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Slave Mode This chapter describes how to use the flash with units that do not support the optical wireless control.
P and N (Slave) Modes Setting the flash to a full manual remote slave mode (P or N) allows it to be slaved to an on-camera unit that does not support optical wireless control. 1 Hold the power switch latch and rotate the power switch to REMOTE. 2 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 3 Press the h function button to highlight the group.
P and N (Slave) Modes 4 Rotate the command dial to choose a slave mode and press OK. • P-MODE (no pre-flash): The unit ignores monitoring “pre-flash” pulses and fires only in response to the main flash. Choose this option if the master unit uses pre-flash pulses. • N-MODE (normal): The unit fires in response to the first flash from the master unit. Choose this option if the master unit does not use pre-flash pulses.
P and N (Slave) Modes Flash Output To adjust the output of the slave unit: Slave Mode 1 Press the page button until the page is displayed. 2 Press the m function button to highlight flash output. 3 Rotate the command dial to choose the desired option and press OK.
Setup Read this chapter for information on the options in the flash setup menu.
The Setup Menu The setup menu offers display options and other basic settings. It is available in all modes: single flash, master, and remote. Press SETUP. 2 Rotate the command dial to highlight the desired item and press OK. 3 Rotate the command dial to highlight the desired option and press OK. 4 Press SETUP to exit the setup menu.
The Setup Menu Asterisks (“*”) indicate default settings. TEST BUTTON Choose the role of the test button (P 18). Option Description A* The test button test-fires the flash. D The test button fires a modeling flash. TTL TEST POWER Adjust test flash output in TTL mode. Option i j* B Description The flash fires at full power. The flash fires at ⁄ nd of full power. The flash fires at ⁄ th of full power. SCALE UNITS Choose whether distances are shown in meters or feet.
Asterisks (“*”) indicate default settings. LCD ILLUMINATION Adjust settings for the LCD backlight. Option G Description The backlight does not turn off while the flash is on. The backlight remains on for 15 seconds after a control d* is used. H Backlight off. BEEP Turn the beep speaker on or off. Option J* I Setup 6 Description Beep speaker on. Examples of when a beep may sound include when charging is complete, a temperature warning is displayed, or a remote flash has fired at full power. Beep speaker off.
The Setup Menu Asterisks (“*”) indicate default settings. SENSOR FORMAT Choose the base camera sensor size used to calculate the focal lengths shown in the flash display. Option O Description Focal lengths are calculated in 35 mm format. Focal lengths are based on the size of the sensor for the P* camera to which the flash is currently attached. Q Choose the sensor size manually. CUSTOM SENSOR FORMAT Choose the multiplier used to convert to 35 mm format when CUSTOM is selected for SENSOR FORMAT.
The Setup Menu Asterisks (“*”) indicate default settings. REMOTE STANDBY Choose the delay before the unit goes on standby (P 18) when functioning as a remote flash. Option Description c* The unit goes on standby after 60 minutes of inactivity. b The unit goes on standby after 10 minutes of inactivity. h The unit does not go on standby. AUTO POWER OFF Choose the delay before the unit turns off (P 63) when functioning as a remote flash. Option W* V Setup 6 85 Description The unit turns off after 8 hours.
Setting Save, Load, and Reset This section describes how to save, load, and reset flash settings, including setup menu settings and the settings selected in ON, REMOTE, and MASTER modes.
Saving Settings Changes to settings can be saved for later recall. Setting Save, Load, and Reset 1 2 Adjust settings as desired (P 81). 3 Press the g function button. 4 Rotate the command dial to highlight a slot and press OK to select (to exit to the setup menu without saving settings, select CANCEL). 5 A confirmation dialog will be displayed; rotate the command dial to highlight OK and press the OK button.
Loading Settings To recall saved settings: 1 2 Press the SETUP button to display the setup menu. 3 Rotate the command dial to highlight a slot and press OK to select (to exit to the setup menu without loading settings, select CANCEL). 4 A confirmation dialog will be displayed; rotate the command dial to highlight OK and press the OK button. A progress dialog will be displayed, followed by the setup menu with the selected settings restored. In the setup menu, press the f function button.
Restoring Default Settings To restore settings to default values: Setting Save, Load, and Reset 1 2 Press the SETUP button to display the setup menu. 3 A confirmation dialog will be displayed; rotate the command dial to highlight OK and press the OK button (to exit to the setup menu without performing a reset, select CANCEL). A progress dialog will be displayed, followed by the setup menu with settings reset. In the setup menu, press the a function button.
Appendix This chapter covers such topics as troubleshooting and specifications.
Troubleshooting/FAQ Consult the table below should you encounter problems using your flash. If you don’t find the solution here, contact your local FUJIFILM distributor. Power and Battery Problem The flash does not turn on. The flash turns off unexpectedly. Solution • Reinsert the batteries in the correct orientation (P 13). • Replace or recharge the batteries (P 13). • The flash may be in standby mode (P 18). Press the test button.
Troubleshooting/FAQ Problem • • Pictures are too bright. • • Pictures are too dark. • • • • • 92 Appendix Some areas of the frame are dark. Solution Check camera exposure settings, including whether the limits of the camera exposure system have been exceeded. See the camera manual for details. Reduce flash compensation (TTL mode; P 29) or flash output (manual mode; P 32). Note that in TTL mode, some subjects may appear bright due to their reflectivity or color.
Problem Solution Ensure that the left side of the flash head does not touch A loud noise is heard metal objects, as otherwise a loud report may be heard when the flash fires. when the flash is fired (P 48). This does not indicate a malfunction. Wireless Flash Photography Problem Appendix 8 Solution • Confirm that the camera supports the EF-X500 (P 96). • Confirm that the master flash is correctly mounted and latched (P 15).
Troubleshooting/FAQ Problem The master flash fires when off. Pictures are too bright. Pictures are too dark. Battery Packs Problem The flash does not turn on. Solution • If the battery-pack ready lamp does not light, check that the batteries are fresh and correctly inserted. • Confirm that there are batteries in the flash unit and that they are fresh and correctly inserted (P 13).
Temperature/Battery Warnings The following appear when the temperature of the unit rises: The flash may be disabled to prevent overheating if it is fired multiple times in quick succession. Wait for the flash to cool or increase the interval between shots. The flash has been disabled to prevent overheating. Wait until the indicator clears from the display before proceeding.
Specifications System Type Type Model Supported cameras 1 Flash head Max. guide number (ISO 100) Coverage Bounce angle Color temperature FP (high-speed sync) Exposure control Flash control modes Flash compensation Shoe-mounted external flash EF-X500 FUJIFILM X-T1, X-T2, X-Pro2; other X-series cameras with hot shoes and FinePix HS20EXR, HS30EXR, and HS50EXR support some functions Approx. 50/164 (m/ft, 105 mm coverage) 2 24 mm–105 mm with auto zoom, approx.
System Other features Slave flash Supported (P-MODE, N-MODE) LED video light Built-in LED AF-assist/catchlight Built-in Catchlight panel Built-in Diffuser Supplied 1. X-T1 and X-Pro2 require firmware update. Visit http://www.fujifilm.com/ sd/ for more information. 2. 35 mm format equivalent. 3. Selected value may not be reached depending on shooting conditions.
Specifications Guide Number (ISO 100/m) Normal Coverage (lens focal length in mm, 35 mm format/APS-C) Flash Wide 24/ 28/ 35/ 50/ 70/ 80/ 85/ 90/ 105/ Output Level Panel 16 18 23 33 46 53 56 59 69 1⁄1 ½ ¼ 1⁄8 1⁄16 1⁄32 1⁄64 1⁄128 ½56 1⁄512 14.9 25.0 27.1 33.1 42.8 46.7 10.6 17.7 19.1 23.4 30.3 33.0 7.5 12.5 13.5 16.5 21.4 23.4 5.3 8.8 9.6 11.7 15.1 16.5 3.7 6.2 6.8 8.3 10.7 11.7 2.6 4.4 4.8 5.9 7.6 8.3 1.9 3.1 3.4 4.1 5.4 5.8 1.3 2.2 2.4 2.9 3.8 4.1 0.9 1.6 1.7 2.1 2.7 2.9 0.7 1.1 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.1 48.0 33.
MEMO 99
MEMO 100
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