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101Set the power switch to <K>. X The flash will start recycling.2Check that the flash is ready. When the pilot lamp lights in red, the flash i
11When you set the camera’s shooting mode to <V> (Program AE) or <U> (Full Auto), E-TTL II/E-TTL fully automatic flash will make it as eas
12Just set the camera’s shooting mode to <W> (aperture-priority AE), <X> (shutter-priority AE), or <q> (manual) and you can use E-TT
13Using FlashfFlash Exposure Compensation ... 147 FE Lock ... 15cHigh-Speed
14You can adjust the flash output as easily as normal exposure compensation. Flash exposure compensation can be set up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increme
15FE (flash exposure) lock enables you to lock the correct flash exposure for any part of the picture.With <a> displayed on the LCD panel, you p
16With high-speed sync, you can use flash with all shutter speeds. This is convenient when you want to use aperture priority for fill-flash portraits.
17By pointing the flash head toward a wall or ceiling, the flash will bounce off the surface before illuminating the subject. This can soften shadows
18The flash coverage can be set to match the lens focal length from 24mm to 105mm. The flash coverage can be set automatically or manually. Also, with
19You can set the flash output from 1/64 power to 1/1 full power in full-stop increments.Use a hand-held flash meter to determine the required flash o
2Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The Canon Speedlite 430EX is a multi-feature flash unit for Canon EOS cameras. It works automatically with E
20You can customize Speedlite features to suit your preferences. Do it with Custom Functions.1Press the <A> button for 2 sec. so that <u>
21C.Fn-05-1:Convenient when you want to check the depth of field. (p.28)EOS digital cameras have one of three image sizes. The lens’ effective focal l
22When the flash fires, the color temperature information is transmitted to certain specific EOS digital camera. This feature optimizes the flash pict
23Wireless FlashWireless Flash ... 24Setting Manual Flash with the Slave Unit ... 29A52
24With multiple Canon Speedlites having the wireless flash feature, you can create various lighting effects with the same ease as using normal E-TTL I
256Set the master unit’s flash mode to <a>. The slave unit(s) will also be automatically set to <a>.7Check that the flash is ready. When
26 Use the mini stand (tripod socket provided) to prop up the slave unit. Use the bounce feature to swing the slave unit’s flash body so that the wi
27Flash exposure compensation and other settings set with the master unit will also be automatically set in the slave units. Thus, you need not make s
28Set the slave ID if you use two (A and B) or three (A, B, and C) slave groups.1Press the <G> button so that <x> blinks.2Press the <9&
29Manual flash can be set manually with the slave unit. Do this in the following cases:(1) When you want to set the flash output with the slave units
3 The operation procedures in this instruction manual assume that both the camera and Speedlite’s power switches are ON. Icons are used in the text to
301 Speedlite 430EX (Slave unit)2 Mini stand (included with 430EX)3 Speedlite 580EX (On-camera/Master unit)4 Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2Dedicated tran
31Have a problem? See the table below. The mounting foot’s locking pin has not been retracted.X Loosen the locking ring all the way before detaching
32 When you set the flash coverage manually, the setting was a higher number than the lens focal length, resulting in a dark periphery.X Set the flas
33•TypeType: On-camera, E-TTL II/E-TTL/TTL autoflash SpeedliteCompatible cameras: Type-A EOS cameras (E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash), Type-B EOS cameras (T
34• AF-Assist BeamLinkable AF points: 1 - 9 AF points (28mm or longer focal length)Effective range (Approx.): At center: 0.7 - 10 m / 2.3 - 32.8 ft, P
35If you use the 430EX with a Type-B camera (TTL autoflash camera), note the available features and restrictions below.When a Type-B camera is used wi
36This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inte
37This mark indicates that the product complies with Australia’s EMC regulations.A52_E.book Page 37 Friday, June 10, 2005 4:40 PM
This Instructions booklet is dated July 2005. For information on the camera’s compatibility with system accessories marketed after this date, contact
4NomenclatureBuilt-in wide panel (retracted) (p.18)Flash headWireless sensorAF-assist beam emitter (p.22)Mounting foot (p.9)Locking pin (p.9)ContactsB
5LCD panel* <A>LCD panel illumination/Custom Function setting button (p.6/20)* <8> Select/Set button<J>Pilot lamp/Test firing/Wirele
6LCD Panel To illuminate the LCD panel, press the <B> button. The items actually displayed depend on the current settings.Manual flash output
7Getting Started andBasic OperationInstalling Batteries ... 8Attaching to the Camera...
8Install four size-AA batteries.1Open the cover. Slide the battery compartment cover as shown by the arrow and open it.2Install the batteries. Make
91Loosen the locking ring. Turn the locking ring as shown by the arrow to loosen it.2Attach it to the camera. Slip the Speedlite’s mounting foot all
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