Canon 580EXII Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 51)

If there is a problem, refer to this Troubleshooting Guide.

The batteries are installed in the wrong orientation.

X Install the batteries in the correct orientation. (p.8)

The Speedlite’s internal batteries are exhausted.

X If the flash recycling time takes 30 sec. or longer, replace the

batteries. (p.8)

X Install the Speedlite’s internal batteries even when you use an

external power source. (p.8)

The Speedlite is not attached securely to the camera.

X Attach the Speedlite’s mounting foot securely to the camera. (p.9)

The electrical contacts of the Speedlite and camera are dirty.

X Clean the contacts. (p.9)

The slave’s wireless mode is not set to <x>.

X Set it to <x>. (p.36)

The slave unit(s) is not positioned properly.

X Place the slave unit within the master unit’s transmission range.

(p.38)

X Point the slave unit(s)’s sensor toward the master unit. (p.38)

Auto power off took effect.

X Press the shutter button halfway or press the test firing button.

(p.10)

The wide panel has been pulled out for bounce flash.

X Retract the wide panel. (p.20)

Troubleshooting Guide

The Speedlite does not fire.

The slave unit does not fire.

The power turns off by itself.

The entire LCD panel blinks.

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