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Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB-28 Instruction Manual

1. 4 With a G type Nikkor lens attached to F4 Series F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 cameras the A and M exposure modes cannot be used 5 With F65 Series N65 Series and Pronea 600i 6i cameras only Standard TTL Flash can be performed when the camera s exposure mode is set to Manual M Center Weighted Fill Flash Spot Fill Flash is not possible with the F65 Series N65 Series Pronea 600i 6i cameras 7 With a non CPU Nikkor lens attached to F65 Series N65 Series or Pronea 600i 6i cameras Standard TTL Flash can be performed Can only be used with exposure mode set to Manual The camera s exposure meter cannot be used Set and confirm the aperture using the lens aperture ring Camera settings 1 Set the aperture The method for setting the aperture differs depending on the lens in use and the selected exposure mode See page 29 on Confirming flash shooting distance range in TTL Auto Flash Mode 2 Set the flash sync mode Set the camera s flash sync mode if available to front curtain sync Normal 31 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group Il F4 Series F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 Pronea 600i 6i Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until the desired auto flash mode indicator appears on the LCD panel Matrix Balanced Fill Flash Onn and Center Weighted Oo C8116 2 9 Enen 9 188 m Fill Flash Spot Fill Flash 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom mm 5 6 S 5 ZOOM
2. 62 Camera settings Connect the SB 28 to your camera using the optional TTL Remote Cord SC 17 Va zoom MODE SEL t Ne e For F5 cameras with a High Magnification Finder DW 30 or DW 31 use the optional TTL Remote Cord SC 24 e For F4 cameras with a High Magnification Finder DW 20 or DW 21 use the optional TTL Remote Cord SC 24 Set the exposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M For cameras with VARI PROGRAM or SIMPLE mode close up flash photography is easy by setting the camera to the Close Up mode Set the aperture Calculate the aperture f stop by using this equation and table coefficient flash to subject distance f stop ISO film speed and coefficient ISO film speed 100 or lower 125 400 500 or higher Coefficient 4 13 8 26 11 36 Numbers in parentheses represent coefficients in feet For example with a subject 0 5m 1 6ft away using ISO 100 film and the wide flash adapter in place the suggested aperture is f stop A in meters 8 f stop 19 in feet approx 8 0 5 1 6 Therefore you should use f 8 or a smaller aperture such as f 11 Flash settings Set the flash mode Press the button until appears on the LCD panel VeOeTISZ TLE I Um 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 304060 ft zoom Imm F5 558 ZOOM MODE SEL io ORO E QO OFLASH 5 ON OFF 5
3. Four AA type alkaline manganese lithium or rechargeable NiCd or Nickel Metal Hydride Ni MH batteries are required to power the SB 28 e For fast recycling times NiCd batteries are recommended followed by 2 Ni MH 3 alkaline manganese and 4 lithium batteries e For increasing the number of flashes per battery set at normal temperatures lithium batteries are recommended followed by 2 alkaline manganese 3 Ni MH and 4 NiCd batteries at low temperatures lithium batteries are recommended followed by 2 Ni MH 3 alkaline manganese and 4 NiCd batteries e Ni MH batteries feature approx the same battery power as 1000mAh NiCd batteries e 1000mAh NiCd batteries have approx 1 4 times the power capacity of 700mAh NiCd batteries 87 Notes on batteries Lithium batteries have approx 1 1 to 1 2 times the power capacity of alkaline manganese batteries Lithium batteries feature greater efficiency at low temperatures when compared with alkaline manganese batteries Lithium batteries boast consistent performance in terms of recycling times and number of flashes regardless temperature changes NiCd batteries boast a constant recycling time regardless of temperature changes when compared with other types of batteries Recommended for use in temperatures as low as 0 C 32 F Ni MH batteries feature a constant recycling time but a little longer recycling time at low temperatures when compared with NiCd batterie
4. Multiple flash operation in and D flash modes To eliminate harsh directional shadows produced by a single flash unit or to add additional illumination to the background you can attach additional Nikon Speedlights in series Flash shooting with more than one unit Flash shooting with one flash unit ke e m x e For multiple flash operation with the SB 28 both TTL Auto Flash and Manual Flash M modes are possible e Multiple flash operation in TTL Auto Flash mode is possible with cameras in Groups through VI and F3 Series cameras Multiple flash operation in Manual Flash M mode is possible with cameras in all groups e For applicable flash units and accessories see pages 68 69 System chart for TTL multiple flash n multiple flash operation first decide which will be the main unit and which the secondary unit s To eliminate shadows adjust the lighting ratio so that illumination from the main unit is greater than that from the secondary unit s Notes on multiple flash operation n multiple flash operation if the electric current in the synchro circuit exceeds a certain level you may not be able to take a second shot after the first In this case turn each of the flash units off once or disconnect the SB 28 unit from the camera This resets the circuits so you can resume shooting n multiple flash operation take care that the combined total of the coefficients numbers shown in parentheses below for all flash un
5. Usable aperture flash shooting distance ranges in TTL Auto and Non TTL Auto EN flash modes ISO film speed Shooting distance range in meters 1600 800 400 200 100 50 25 18mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm 28 2 1 4 2 3 20 2 5 20 3 8 20 4 0 20 4 5 20 5 3 20 6 0 20 6 3 20 4 28 2 14 1 6 18 1 8 20 2 7 20 2 9 20 3 2 20 3 8 20 4 3 20 4 5 20 56 4 28 2 14 1 2 12 1 3 14 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 3 20 2 7 20 3 0 20 3 2 20 1 41501 1 9 20 2 2 20 2 1 0 10 1 4141 1 5 16 1 6 1 0 7 7 5 8 9 0 1 0 10 1 1 1211 1 1 0 6 5 3 7 6 3 0 7 7 4 0 8 8 4 0 0 6 3 7 6 4 5 0 6 5 210 6 6 0 0 0 6 2 6 6 3 1 0 6 3 7 0 6 4 2 0 0 6 1 8 0 0 6 2 2 0 6 2 6 0 6 3 0 0 6 3 32 22 16 11 0 6 0 7 0 6 0 8 0 6 1 3 0 6 1 4 0 6 1 5 0 6 1 8 0 6 2 1 0 6 2 2 32 22 16 0 6 0 6 0 9 0 6 1 0 0 6 1 1 0 6 1 3 0 6 1 5 0 6 1 5 Programmed TTL Auto Flash with Nikon F 501 N2020 F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 and F 301 N2000 ISO 25 to ISO 400 for F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 C Non TTL Auto Flash mode 1 TTL Auto Flash operation is not possible at this film speed 2 TTL Auto Flash is possible for cameras in Groups I to IV and F 501 N2020 and F 301 N2000 For ISO 1000 use an aperture 1 3 of an f stop smaller than the aperture for ISO 1600 e Usable apertures in the TTL Auto Flash mode are 1 1 4 to 1 32 and the
6. iso 100 0 60 8 1152 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zo 5 mm F5 6 S ZOOM MODE SEL O CRE O a_ gt 2 Adjust the flash output level Press the or button to choose a flash output level Exposure compensation value wey 06081152 3 7 j FI h 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft as output eve zo J Smm F 5 6 ZOOM MODE SEL SEN a Sk The indicator changes every time you press the button 1 1 0 0 gt 1 2 0 0 gt 1 2 0 3 gt 1 2 0 7 gt 1 4 0 0 1 64 0 0 gt E The indicator changes every time you press the J button E gt 1 64 0 0 gt 1 64 0 3 gt 1 64 0 7 gt 1 32 0 0 1 2 0 0 gt 1 1 0 0 The numbers in parentheses represent the adjustable flash output level in 1 3 steps The indicator bar on the LCD panel changes to match the shooting distance at the flash output level set and the corresponding exposure compensation value is displayed on the LCD panel 46 e To extend the flash shooting distance range choose a flash output level close to 1 1 or set the lens to a larger aperture smaller f number W indicator appears only when used in combination with the SB 28 and cameras in Group except F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 See page 49 on FP High Speed Flash sync ll in Manual Flash MI mode Camera settings 3 Select the exposure mode Set the camera
7. C or 68 F e In cold temperatures approx 5 C or 41 F and below the LCDs response time slows down This is typical of LCDs and no cause for concern LCDs will function properly once the temperature returns to normal 20 C or 68 F NOTE Using the SB 28 in dim light Press the button to turn the illuminator on Press the button again to turn it off The illuminator turns off automatically after approx 16 sec when the SB 28 is not in use Tips on using this manual Take some test shots Before taking important flash photographs take some test shots to ascertain the SB 28 is working as desired in the mode s you have selected Use only Nikon approved equipment The SB 28 is designed for use with Nikon cameras lenses and accessories Using cameras or accessories other than those specified by Nikon may damage the SB 28 wNikon cannot be held responsible for malfunctions caused by using the SB 28 in ways not specified in this manual or using the SB 28 with a camera made by another manufacturer About this manual e This instruction manual consists of the main manual plus a separate Quick Reference sheet The Quick Reference sheet provides an overview of the SB 28 s capabilities and features while the main manual supplies detailed information on all aspects of the SB 28 e Because explanations in this manual are based on the operation of the SB 28 only please consult the instruction manual prov
8. s exposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M 4 Set the aperture For cameras in Groups and II with Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU Set the aperture on the camera as you watch the indicator bar on the LCD panel as it changes to match the shooting distance For other camera lens combinations Press the or button to change the aperture on the LCD panel Then set the same aperture on the lens aperture ring e You can calculate the correct shooting distance by using the guide number equation See pages 56 57 on Guide Numbers for determining correct aperture in Manual M and Repeating Flash mode 5 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL OO QE ON OFF 47 Manual Flash i Mode For cameras in all groups Synchronization in continuous shooting in Manual M mode The SB 28 is able to recycle fast enough to synchronize with a motor driven camera firing continuously up to six frames per sec at a 1 64 flash output level It is possible to take up to 40 flash pictures in rapid succession Number of continuous flashes at six frames per sec Optional Flash output tteries Insi B 2 Soha Baie eo Insido SB 29 1 8 1 16 1 32 1 64 SB 28 only All types Up to4 Upto8 Upto 16 Upto 30 SDa Paa ai Upto6 Upto 10 Upto40 AA type alkali
9. the flash fired at its maximum output indicating the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In that case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject e In bounce flash operation no shooting range indicator bars appear Therefore you should check the distance between the flash head and the bounce surface between the bounce surface and the subject and the angle of tilt or rotation of flash head then bracket your exposures by 1 or 2 stops Using the built in bounce card In bounce flash photography you can create a highlight in the subject s eyes by using the SB 28 s built in bounce card This white card reflects a small amount of light directly back to the subject opening up the shadows and making the eyes look more vibrant 1 Pull out the wide flash adapter 2 While holding the bounce card slide the wide flash adapter back into place inside the flash head e After sliding the wide flash adapter back into place pull out the bounce card gently as far as it goes Be careful not to force the bounce card 3 Set the flash head as shown and take pictures e After use don t forget to slide the bounce card back into its original position inside the flash head 61 Close up flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Lai Mode When shooting subjects closer than 0 6m 2 ft use your SB 28 off camera and utilize its built in wide flash adapter 1
10. 28000 sec 1 64 output Bounce Flash head tilts down to 7 or up to 90 with click stops at capability 7 45 60 75 90 flash head rotates horizontally 180 to the left with click stops at 30 60 90 120 150 180 and 90 to the right with click stops at 30 60 90 ON OFF Press the button for approx 0 5 sec to turn the SB button 28 on or off When the SB 28 is not used for approx 80 sec the SB 28 automatically turns itself off to conserve battery power To turn the SB 28 back on press the button Flash exposure Selected by button Available flash operatio control TTLEQ e Automatic Balanced Fill Flash with TTL Multi Sensor with Nikkor lenses with built in CPU for cameras in Group only with Monitor Preflash MgA e Matrix Balanced Fill Flash or CenterWeighted ll Flash Spot Fill Flash for cameras in roups through IV The indicator appears hen used with cameras in Groups and II only TTL e Standard TTL Flash for cameras in Groups through VI e 1 300 TTL High Speed Flash for F5 only Al Non TTL Auto Flash e Manual Flash e Flash output setting 7 steps 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 8 m 1 16 1 32 1 64 in increments of 1 3 steps e E High Speed Sync Flash for cameras in Group except F70 Series N70 M Repeating Flash Rear curtain sync flash Setting is possible in IA EN or M mode on cameras featuring rear curtain sync flash mode by setting camera s flash
11. 301 N2000 Available flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode For F 501 N2020 and F 301 N2000 Available flash Camera s exposure Lens in use operation mode Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU Programmed Programmed auto P Nikkor lenses for F3AF TTL Auto Flash Al S type Nikkor lenses TIL Al type Nikkor lenses Standard TTL Aperture priority auto A Nikon Series E lenses Flash I Manual M FG ALE TE Other Nikkor lenses Standard TTL Aperture priority auto A Flash Manuali M G type Nikkor lenses cannot be used For F 401s N4004s and F 401 N4004 Available flash Camera s exposure Lens in use operation mode Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU Programmed Programmed auto P TTL Auto Flash E ae sary ie aye TTL Shutter priority auto S Standard TTL Aperture priority auto A Flash Manual M Other Nikkor lenses Standard TTL Manual M Flash Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until appears on the LCD panel ra 060811523 4691318 m nee 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft M zM 4 Amm F5 A ZOOM MODE SEL REO OO OFLASH O ON OFF 38 2 Set the aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel then confirm the flash shooting distance range ra 6081152 3 4 6 Cae De R Flash shooting distance range mm F 9 0 oe NUE CO ow Guide to deter
12. 70mm 85mm 1 250 sec 14 46 15 50 17 56 20 65 23 74 24 77 1 500 sec 10 33 11 36 12 39 14 46 16 52 17 56 1 1000 sec 7 23 7 5 25 8 5 28 10 33 11 36 12 39 1 2000 sec 5 16 5 3 17 6 20 7 23 8 26 8 5 28 1 4000 sec 3 5 11 3 7 12 4 2 14 5 16 5 7 18 6 20 E guide numbers vary with the ISO film speed shutter speed and zoom head position Adjustment factors for other ISO film speeds ISO film speed 25 50 200 400 800 Factor x0 5 x 0 71 x14 x2 X 2 8 e For film speeds other than ISO 100 multiply the guide numbers by the factors shown in the above chart For example for a film speed of ISO 400 with the zoom head adjusted to 35mm and a shutter speed of 1 500 sec the ll guide number is 12 x 2 24 m or 39 x 2 78 ft Notes on flash photography in FP High Speed Flash sync Hl Do not use the built in wide flash adapter When used M20 or M18 M and ll blink on the LCD panel as a warning e Detaching the SB 28 When you remove the SB 28 from the F5 F100 F9OX N90s or F90 Series N90 be sure to cancel FP flash operation If the flash is removed with the FP setting ll blinks as a warning 51 Repeating Flash Mode For cameras in all groups In the mode the SB 28 fires repeatedly during a single exposure creating stroboscopic multiple exposure effects This mode is useful when shooting fast moving subjects Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until
13. Finder DW 30 or DW 31 or F4 cameras with a High Magnification Finder DW 20 or DW 21 Both the SC 17 and SC 24 are approx 1 5m 4 9 ft long TTL Multi Flash Sync Cord SC 18 and SC 19 Multi Flash Sync Cords SC 18 or SC 19 are useful for connecting the SB 28 to the multiple flash terminal of the SC 17 or AS 10 for TTL multiple flash operation The SC 18 is approx 1 5 m 4 9 ft long and the SC 19 is approx 3 m 9 8 ft long TTL Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 Use Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 when connecting more than three flash units together for TTL multiple flash operation or if the secondary flash units are not equipped with multiple flash terminals The AS 10 comes with one tripod socket and three TTL multiple flash terminals Sync Terminal Adapter AS 15 The Sync Terminal Adapter AS 15 is necessary when connecting the SB 28 to cameras not having a sync terminal Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 Useful for multiple flash photography the SU 4 features a built in movable light sensor and an accessory shoe for attachment of a slave Speedlight The SU 4 s light sensor not only triggers the slave unit to fire in unison with the master flash but controls the flash duration of the slave unit in sync with the master unit to provide TTL non TTL or Manual operation TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS 17 for F3 Series cameras Dedicated adapter for F3 Series cameras providing TTL flash operation with Nikon Speedlights such as SB 29 and SB 28 fea
14. ISO 100 for m ft at 20 C 68 F in li and 1 modes Flash output Zoom head position level 18mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm 1 1 full 18 59 20 66 30 98 32 105 36 118 42 138 48 157 50 164 1 2 12 7 42 14 46 21 69 22 5 74 25 5 84 30 98 34 112 36 118 1 4 9 30 10 33 15 49 16 53 18 59 21 69 24 79 25 82 1 8 6 4 21 7 23 10 5 35 11 3 37 12 7 42 15 49 17 56 18 59 1 16 4 5 15 5 16 7 5 25 8 26 9 30 10 5 35 12 39 12 7 42 1 32 3 2 10 3 5 11 5 38 17 5 7 19 6 4 21 7 5 25 8 5 28 9 30 1 64 2 3 8 2 5 8 3 8 13 4 13 4 5 15 5 3 17 6 0 20 6 3 21 e Guide number varies with film speed For example when shooting a subject located 9m approx 30 ft away at 1 1 full flash output with the zoom head position at 35mm and a film speed of ISO 100 first read the guide number from the table above In this case it is 36 or 118 Then divide the guide number by the shooting distance f stop 36 9 in meters 4 f stop 118 30 in feet 3 93 approx 4 Therefore f 4 is the correct aperture 56 1 and 64 flash modes Adjustment factors for other ISO film speeds ISO film speed 25 50 200 400 800 1600 Factor x 0 5 x 0 71 x 1 4 x2 x 2 8 x4 For film speeds other than ISO 100 multiply the guide numbers by the factors shown in the above table For example if the film spe
15. Nikkor lenses Balanced Fill Flash mode metering Q system Non D G type Multi Sensor Desired Desired AF Nikkor lenses Balanced Fill Flash mode metering Al P lenses KO system Other Nikkor Center Weighted Aperture priority Center Weighted lenses Fill Flash Spot Fill auto A Metering Flash Manual M a L Spot Metering 1 All of the above flash modes can be changed to Standard TTL Flash WI 2 Only Standard TTL Flash is possible when the F5 s F100 s or F80 Series N80 Series Metering System is set to Spot Metering 3 With a G type Nikkor lens attached to F9OX N90s F90 Series N90 F70 Series N70 cameras the A and M exposure modes cannot be used 4 With a non CPU Nikkor lens attached to F80 Series N80 Series cameras Standard TTL Flash can be performed Can only be used with exposure mode set to Manual The camera s exposure meter cannot be used Set and confirm the aperture using the lens aperture ring Monitor Preflash will not operate e If the flash head is tilted up or rotated from the horizontal front position e When the camera s flash sync mode is set to rear curtain sync e When TTL Auto Flash not 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash or Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash mode is selected In this case no amp indicator appears e When a Nikkor lens without a built in CPU is used Camera settings 1 Set the aperture The method for setting the aperture differs depending on the l
16. SK 6 AA type NiCd 2 5 sec 100 times 2 5 30 sec 6A 700mAh x4 AA type NiCd 140 times 2 5 30 sec 1000mAh x4 AA type Ni MH x4 3 0sec 140ti AA type lithium x4 4 5 sec 300ti With fresh batteries With AA type alkaline manganese in the SB 28 With same type of batteries in both the external power source and the SB 28 e Above data may vary depending on the performance or type of batteries es 3 0 30 sec es 4 5 30 sec 3 3 93 Specifications Number of f Min recycling Min number of flashes eae ee Batteries time approx recycling time approx times at full 4 AA type alkaline 6 5 sec 150 6 5 30 sec output with manganese batteries f Paasdin 4 AA type NiCd 700 mAh 60 4 30 sec the SB 28 4 AA type NiCd 1000 mAh 4 sec 90 4 30 sec 4 AA type Ni MH 100 4 30 sec 4 AA type lithium 7 5 sec 200 8 30 sec Note Data measured with fresh batteries but without using AF assist LED zoom head position adjustment or LCD panel illumination Red eye The red eye reduction LED lights up for approx 1 sec reduction before the flash fires This function is set on the camera Applicable to cameras in Group except F5 and Pronea 600i 6i AF assist Automatically fires LED beam toward subject when illumination performing autofocus in dim light or in the dark with Nikon AF cameras Can be ca
17. a wider aperture or move closer to the subject 39 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group VI FM3a FA FE2 FG Nikonos V Available flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode Available flash Lens in use a operation Camera s exposure mode Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU Standard TTL Flash Aperture priority auto A and TTi E E 2 Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU Manual M G type Nikkor lenses cannot be used e In aperture priority auto A mode the shutter speed is automatically set to 1 250 sec for the FM3a FA FE2 and 1 90 sec for the FG Nikonos V When setting a shutter speed at a much slower speed set the camera s exposure mode to Manual M e Standard TTL Flash is not possible if the shutter speed is set to M250 or B bulb for the FA FE2 and M90 for the FG Nikonos V 40 Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until appears on the LCD panel 06081152346 91318 m eo 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 304060 ft M STBY zoo Simm 5 5 ZOOM MODE SEL RED OFLASH G ON OFF 2 Check the shooting distance Press the SB 28 s or D button until the aperture set on the lens is set on the SB 28 s LCD panel then confirm the flash shooting distance range Flash shooting distance range OFLASH O ON OFF 3 Wait for the ready ligh
18. batteries do not last as long as they should after being fully charged they are approaching the end of their life Replace them with a new set 88 Troubleshooting are properly installed If this happens replace the batteries with the SB 28 s power turned on Camera TUE ERTE Ref Group Warning indicator Cause page All No indicator e Batteries are not correctly 12 camera appears installed groups e Battery power is weak 16 e Standby function is set and operating 15 Ready light blinks Flash fired at full output but light 16 for approx 3 sec may have been insufficient after shooting Power turns off Batteries are exhausted No indicator bars SB 28 s flash head is tilted or 13 appear rotated from the horizontal front position Indicator bars Flash head is tilted down 7 13 blink Zoom head position The and buttons are 21 indicator blinks pressed simultaneously for approx 4 sec Small M above Zoom head position is locked 20 ZOOM blinks Group No HN indicators e A Nikkor lens other than one 26 light up having builtin CPU is mounted e Flash mode is set to HHT 26 e F5 s or F100 s Metering System is 26 set to Spot Metering Ready light and 4 blink Light was insufficient for correct 28 after picture is taken exposure E indicators Built in wide flash adapter is used in 51 and small M above FP High Speed Flash sync the ZOOM as well as
19. flash head S e Because the bounce card comes out at the same time return it to its original position inside the flash head e The zoom head position indicator changes to 20mm and the indicator bars display the appropriate flash shooting distance range 2 To change to 18mm press the ZOOM button once The zoom head position indicator toggles between 18mm and 20mm each time you press the button ITTLKO iso 100 060811523 4691318 m mea mea m 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft ZOOM MOve SEL RO OFLASH 35 ON OFF e To replace the wide flash adapter lift it up and slide it back into its original place inside the flash head If the built in wide flash adapter is broken off accidentally it is no longer possible to set 18 or 20mm In this case press the and buttons simultaneously for approx 4 sec until the zoom head position indicator starts blinking making it possible to adjust the zoom head automatically or manually to its six basic settings 24 28 35 50 70 85mm 21 Selecting a flash mode When the button on the back of the SB 28 is pressed the flash mode indicator sequences through these modes ra 103 jem o gt oo Note that the LCD indications and available flash modes differ depending on which Nikon camera and lens you are using The table below shows the auto flash mode recommended for use with e
20. head up at least 60 to bounce light off the ceiling e If the angle of the flash head is not far enough off axis from the subject uneven illumination will result from a combination of direct and bounced flash e In color photography select white or highly reflective surfaces to bounce light off of Otherwise your pictures will come out with an unnatural color cast similar to that of the reflecting surface 59 Bounce flash operation 60 Applicable to all camera groups Flash head tilting and rotating angle For bouncing light off the walls or when the camera is held vertically the SB 28 s flash head tilts up to 90 and rotates horizontally 180 to the left and 90 to the right Always set the flash head at a click stop fa e When the flash head is tilted up or rotated from the horizontal front position the shooting range indicator bars on the LCD panel disappear and the SB 28 s Monitor Preflash does not operate e The shooting range indicator bars blink when the flash head is tilted down to the 7 position This position is used when shooting subjects 1 5m approx 5 ft or closer Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL OO e YEs ON OFF f the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting
21. i be used for multiple l flash photography at a J total cable length of 10m 33 ft 69 Multiple flash operation in and M flash modes Manual multiple flash operation For cameras in all groups e For speedlights which can serve as secondary flash units see the System chart for TTL multiple flash on pages 68 69 1 Connect the SB 28 to the sync terminal of the secondary flash Usable optional remote cords Use the sync terminals for connecting the SB 28 with other flash units via the Sync Cord SC 11 SC 15 or TTL Multi Flash Sync Cord SC 18 SC 19 Set the flash mode of all the flash units to Manual MI Set the zoom head position and the flash to subject distance of the main flash unit and secondary unit s e First set the zoom head position and the flash to subject shooting distance of the main flash unit then on the secondary unit s e To calculate the maximum number of flash units that can be connected see page 65 G N 4 Follow the same procedure as in normal Manual flash M mode e For applicable guide numbers in Manual M mode for each flash output level at each zoom head position see pages 56 57 Guide Numbers for determining correct aperture in M and modes 70 Exposure compensation in flash photography For cameras in all groups In the TTL Auto Flash or non TTL Auto Flash EN mode some plus compensation may be necessary when the background includes a mirror white wall or other high
22. narrower central area or spot Not all Nikon AF cameras provide spot fill flash Programmed TTL Auto Flash Applicable to F 501 N2020 F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 F 301 N2000 In this mode you can perform auto flash operation with the lens set to its minimum aperture highest f number The camera automatically controls the aperture according to the ISO film speed Standard TTL Flash Applicable to F5 F4 Series F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 F65 Series N65 Series F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 F 601 N6006 F 601m N6000 F 501 N2020 F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 F 301 N2000 FM3a FA FE2 FG Pronea 600i 6i Nikonos V You manually select a flash output level so that the main subject is correctly exposed regardless of the background brightness This system is not designed to automatically provide a balance between flash and ambient light it is limited to efficient operation in dim light conditions and is not recommended for use in very bright lighting conditions This system does not directly link the camera s light meter and the SB 28 s TTL sensor 25 Flash Lal Mode For cameras in Group I F5 F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N9O F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 Available flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode i Availabletiash Camera s Camera s Lens in use ze exposure metering operation mode system D or G type 3D Multi Sensor Desired Desired
23. same aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel by pressing the SB 28 s or button Then confirm the flash shooting distance range Lighting 3 Cloudy day conditions aa adk Sunny day or in the Indoors at ISO 100 on shadows Aperture setting on SB 28 f 16 8 1 5 6 1 5 6 Usable shutter speed 1 125 sec 1 30 sec In shutter priority auto mode the aperture is automatically selected by the camera For F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 and F 401x N5005 in Aperture Priority Auto A or Manual M mode Note the aperture set on the lens and set the same aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel by pressing the or button Then confirm the flash shooting distance range With Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU for F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 and F 401x N5005 Select the aperture on the lens and set the same aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel by pressing the SB 28 s J or L2 button then confirm the flash shooting distance range 3 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL QE ON OFF f the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the ight may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject A 37 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group V F 501 N2020 F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 F
24. sync mode to rear curtain sync om Red eye reduction Setting is possible on cameras having red eye reduction or red eye reduction in slow sync When set indicator appears in the LCD panel 92 Power source Four AA type alkaline manganese 1 5V lithium 1 5V NiCd rechargeable 1 2V or Ni MH rechargeable 1 2V penlight batteries Optional e DC Unit SD 7 uses six C type alkaline manganese external batteries power e DC Unit SD 8 8A uses six AA type alkaline manganese sources batteries e Power Bracket Unit SK 6 6A uses four AA type alkaline manganese batteries The SD 7 SD 8 and SK 6 not compatible with European version of the SB 28 A Min recycling Min number of flashes Battery type required time approx recycling time approx External C type alkaline 2 5 sec 200 times 6 sec power manganese x6 400 times 6 10 sec source SD 7 450 times 6 30 sec External AA type alkaline 3 5 sec 100 times 3 5 5 sec power manganese x6 200 times 3 5 9 sec source 350 times 6 30 sec SD 8 AA type NiCd 2sec 150 times 2 30 sec BA 700 mAh x6 AA type NiCd 200 times 2 30 sec 1000 mAh x6 es 2 5 30 sec es 3 5 30 sec AA type Ni MH x6 25sec 200ti AA type lithium x6 3 5sec 350ti 3 3 Power AA type Alkaline 4sec 250 times 4 30 sec Bracket manganese x4
25. the wheel doesn t loosen easily push the foot forward gently 144 in the direction of the white arrow and try loosening the wheel again Turning the SB 28 on and off Standby function Turning power on and off To turn the SB 28 on and off depress and hold the button for approx 0 5 sec Standby function If both the SB 28 and camera are not used for after approx 80 seconds the SB 28 shuts off automatically to conserve battery power This is called the standby function Canceling and setting the 1 Press the button for approx 0 5 sec to turn the SB 28 off 2 Hold down the MODE button as you press the LON OFF button icator GB on the LCD panel appears when The SB 28 s standby mode ind standby function the function is set and disappears when it is not set Perform steps 1 and 2 to cancel it or reset it la TT LEO iso 100 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30geesa zoom t mm F5 Kena ZOOM MODE SEL ere OO Cy C OFLASH O ON OFF e The standby function is preset when the SB 28 is shipped from the factory Check that the standby mode when the SB 28 is turned on indicator SEB appears on the LCD panel When carrying the SB 28 in your camera bag with the standby function set make sure to turn off the flash unit to avoid accidental battery drain To turn the SB 28 on again after it enters the standby mode you can e Lightly press the s
26. 00 800 E For example with ISO 100 film if you want to make an exposure compensation of 2 steps on the camera set the film speed on the SB 28 s LCD panel to ISO 25 then check the flash shooting distance range e For cameras in Groups through VI exposure compensation in the TTL Auto Flash mode is not possible when the film speed exceeds those listed above In this case set the flash mode to Non TTL Auto Flash EN or Manual Flash Ml mode 74 Flash exposure compensation in Non TTL Auto Flash EN mode In this mode if you don t set the same aperture on the lens as that set on the SB 28 you cannot obtain the correct exposure Therefore to make exposure compensation vary the aperture set on the camera while retaining the aperture set on the SB 28 Tata LELT 0 60 8 1 1 52 3 4691318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom 3mm F5 6 S e Read the flash shooting distance range as shown on the SB 28 without changing he aperture set on the SB 28 Flash exposure compensation in Manual Flash M mode In this mode you can obtain the correct exposure by balancing three factors flash output level flash to subject distance and aperture You can calculate a correct aperture and flash shooting distance range by using the guide number equations on page 56 First set the exposure indicated by the camera then 1 use a different aperture on the camera than that on the SB 2
27. 18 or 20 blink E blinks SB 28 is removed with ll setting pa Group II No indicators A Nikkor lens without a built in 31 light up CPU is mounted a e Flash mode is set to IN 31 e F4 s Metering System is not set to 31 Spot Metering NOTE The SB 28 incorporates a microcomputer to control flash operations n rare cases the SB 28 may not work properly even after fresh batteries 89 Troubleshooting Warning indications The flash ready light in the camera s viewfinder will blink J F 25 F55 a eel F90X N90s viewfinder display is shown Cameras in Groups except F70 Series N70 Il Ill V and VI in the Lil mode when you press the shutter release button halfway to warn that he SB 28 has not been securely mounted on the camera or that the flash output may have been insufficient for correct exposure Cameras in Groups V and VI in the Lil mode to indicate that the ISO rating of the film in use is higher than the ISO set on the SB 28 s LCD panel or lower in the case of the FA camera Cameras in Group VI in the mode when the shutter speed is set to M90 M250 or B Cameras in Group VII to warn that flash shooting is not possible FM3a New FM2 when the shutter speed set is faster than the flash sync speed 90 Specifications Electronic Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor IGBT and construction series circuitry Guide number ISO 100 m ft Flash Zoom head positio
28. 8 or 2 select an output setting ranging from full output 1 1 to one sixty fourth 1 64 DN For example the subject will be overexposed if you use a larger smaller f number cei Pee A i za aperture on the camera than that set on the PAE A SB 28 or choose a higher flash output level zo mm F5 5 oe setting and underexposed if you do the 5 opposite ZOOM MODE SEL e Although the indicator bar on the SB 28 s LCD panel changes as you change the flash output level go ahead and shoot anyway 75 Red eye reduction control For cameras in Group except F5 F65 Series N65 Series and Pronea 600i 6i When photographing people or animals in dim light using flash the subject s eyes may come out bright red in color pictures or white in black and white pictures This phenomenon is known as red eye To prevent this cameras in Group except the F5 as well as the Pronea 600i 6i feature red eye reduction control e You cannot set red eye reduction on the SB 28 directly For more information refer to your camera s instruction manual e When red eye reduction is set on your camera the SB 28 s red eye reduction LED lights up for approx 1 sec before the flash fires to close down the iris of the subject s eyes Setting your camera to red eye reduction After setting your camera to red eye reduction check the SB 28 s LCD panel to make sure appears axes i
29. H 6 20 32 56 7H 6 20 28 44 8H 5 10 24 36 5 4 Frequency 9H 10 22 32 10H 8 20 28 20 50 Hz 4 8 12 24 Frequency Hz represents the number of flashes per second The higher the number the shorter the flash firing interval 53 Repeating Flash E4 Mode For cameras in all groups Camera settings 3 Set the exposure mode to Manual M 4 Set the aperture For cameras in Groups and II with Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU Change the aperture on the camera as you watch the indicator bar on the LCD panel change to match the shooting distance For other camera lens combinations Press the or button to change the aperture on the LCD panel Then set the same aperture on the lens aperture ring The indicator bar shows a flash shooting distance in which the correct exposure can be obtained with a single flash firing 5 Set the shutter speed Use the equation to determine the shutter speed Shutter speed Number of flashes per frame Frequency of flashes Hz For example if the number of flashes per frame is 10 and frequency is 5 Hz divide 10 by 5 to get a shutter speed of 2 sec or slower Or you can set the shutter speed to B bulb to accommodate any number of repeating flashes 6 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture Press the button to make sure
30. M A appear on the LCD panel A 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom I Gmm FS ZOOM MODE SEL se OO G OFLASH O ON OFF Set the flash output level the frequency Hz and the number of repeating flashes per frame e Referring to the table on page 53 set the flash output level the frequency and the number of repeating flashes per frame separately Press the button until the flash output level starts blinking then press the or button to set the desired flash output level Finally press the button to stop the flash output level from blinking Repeat the procedures above to set the frequency and the number of repeating flashes per frame e The numbers blink during adjustment and stop after 8 seconds unless the button is pressed The non blinking number is the one automatically set Frequency Hz Flash output level Number of repeating flashes per frame 52 Frequency Hz a aH Hz Flash output level Number of repeating flashes 234 S 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft GOA er frame zoom Simm F5 6 SE In the example at 1 8 flash output level the flash will fire three times per frame at a frequency of 4 flashes per second Maximum number of repeating flashes per frame Flash output level M1 8 M1 16 M1 32 1 2 H 14 30 60 90 3H 12 30 60 90 4H 10 20 50 80 5H 8 20 40 70 6
31. MODE SEL O RO OO OFLASH Ge ON OFF Standard TTL Flash A flash shooting distance range of 0 8 to 6m 2 6 to 20 ft is shown 5 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL e Tol ON OFF e f the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject 32 TTL Auto Flash tif Mode For cameras in Group III F 601 N6006 F 601m N6000 Available flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode Use the camera s MODE button to select the flash mode Available flash Camera s Camera s Lens in use oa F 3S exposure metering operaio mode system Nikkor lenses witha Matrix Balanced Desired Matrix built in CPU Fill Flash mode Metering Center Weighted Desired Center Fill Flash Spot Fill mode Weighted Flash Metering Spot Metering Nikkor lenses Center Weighted Aperture Center without a built in Fill Flash Spot Fill priority Weighted CPU Flash auto A Metering Manual M ee Spot Metering 1 G type Nikkor lenses cannot be used with an F 601 N6006 camera With a G type Nikkor lens attached to an F 601m N6000 camera the A and M exposure modes cannot be used 2 Spot Metering i
32. Nikon Autofocus Speedlight Instruction Manual CE Foreword Congratulations You are now the proud owner of the Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB 28 a flash unit offering sleek new styling and simple push button operation When used with Nikon SLR cameras the SB 28 s extensive capabilities range from 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash today s most advanced flash technology to full manual operation To get the most out of your new flash unit please read this manual before use D WARNING To avoid injury e Do not fire the flash directly into a person s eyes at close range as this may damage the retina leading to partial or complete blindness e Avoid touching the front of the flash head while using the SB 28 The flash head generates significant heat during normal operation which could cause burns e Do not expose the SB 28 to water as this may result in electric shock or cause the unit to catch on fire Determine which group your camera belongs to In this manual Nikon SLR cameras are divided into seven groups I to VII unless otherwise noted First consult the camera group table to see which group your camera belongs to Then as you read the manual you will find specific information on how to use the SB 28 with your particular camera Please open the front fold out page for easy reference Camera groups and available flash modes Group I Il lV V VW Camera n
33. Position the built in wide flash adapter over the flash head e Refer to page 21 Setting the built in wide flash adapter 6 Adjust the zoom head position to 18mm or 20mm regardless of the lens focal length in use TTL iso 00 0 6 0 8 115 2 3 4691318 m A US ma y 63 Close up flash operation in TTL Auto Flash 7 Move the SB 28 off axis making sure the subject will receive sufficient illumination XN e In 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash mode with cameras in Group you may not be able to obtain correct exposure because distance information from the lens D type Nikkor is used In this case position the camera and SB 28 at equal distances from the subject 8 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL OO o si 8 ON OFF e f the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject e Correct exposure cannot be obtained if the subject is predominantly black or white or contains a highly reflective surface In that case make exposure compensation according to the shooting conditions See pages 71 75 Exposure compensation in flash photography to ensure correct exposure 64
34. Set a different aperture on the camera than that set on the SB 28 to make the foreground subject lighter or darker See page 75 5 Intentional exposure compensation of the main subject in Manual M mode Intentionally set a different aperture on the camera than that set on the SB 28 or change the flash output level See page 75 Intentional exposure compensation described in categories 2 to 5 in TTL Auto Flash Hf Non TTL Auto EN and Manual MI modes is explained on the following pages 71 Exposure compensation in flash photography For cameras in all groups Flash exposure compensation in TTL Auto Flash mode For cameras in Groups through IIl when making exposure compensation to the SB 28 s flash output In the mode only the SB 28 s flash output can be compensated without affecting the background exposure e Cameras with EV compensation capability allow you to make exposure compensation on either the SB 28 or the camera or both If you use both controls exposure is modified by the sum total of both exposure compensation values and will affect the background exposure Although the SB 28 s LCD panel does not display the amount of compensation set on the camera the shooting range indicator bars still automatically change to match the exposure compensation NOTE With cameras in Group IIl make exposure compensation on the camera The amount of compensation set on the camera does not appear on the SB 28 s LCD panel F
35. TE TTT 91 95 Using control buttons By pressing a single button you can activate frequently used functions When two buttons are pressed simultaneously you can activate functions which are not necessary to set each time For easy reference refer to the chart on the back of the built in bounce card M ZOOM ONLY ZOOM MODE SEL oe O gt o r e gt o me o e gt o ZOOM To adjust the zoom head position P 19 20 MODE To set the flash mode P 22 To select and set various functions and values To increase values To decrease values To test fire the flash P 17 To illuminate the LCD panel P 5 ON OFF To turn power on and off P 15 TR T 0p j Q o S m e gt o xe o ay e gt o ZOOM To set or cancel automatic zoom head adjustment Buttons must be pressed for 2 sec P 19 20 To readjust the zoom head position if built in wide flash adapter is broken off accidentally P 21 To turn the AF assist illuminator LED on or off P 81 82 To cancel or set the standby function Buttons must be pushed after the flash is turned off P 15 To select the distance scale meters or feet P 13 Buttons must be pushed after the flash is turned off ZOOM MODE MODE g _ Getting started Becoming familiar with the SB 28 Before starting to take flash pictures you s
36. ach camera group Refer to the reference pages corresponding to your camera Camera group Recommended auto flash mode Paa l Automatic Balanced Fill Flash with TTL Multi Sensor DIN 26 30 Il Matrix Balanced Fill Flash 31 32 III Matrix Balanced Fill Flash 33 34 IV Matrix Balanced Fill Flash 35 37 vV Programmed TTL Auto Flash 38 39 VI Standard TTL Flash 40 41 VII Non TTL Auto Flash 42 43 e For available flash operations with the SB 28 and each camera group refer to the table on the fo 22 d out page at the front of this manual Basic operation Shooting in the auto flash mode The SB 28 provides a variety of flash modes to cover virtually all shooting situations These modes range from TTL Auto Flash to Non TTL Auto Flash EN and Manual Flash WI In this section TTL and Non TTL Auto Flash modes are explained TTL Auto Flash If your camera is in group to VI refer to pages 24 25 flash modes to get the most out of TTL automatic flash operations Non TTL Auto Flash EN If your camera is in Group VII with no TTL Auto Flash mode available refer to pages 42 43 Non TTL Auto Flash EN mode This mode can also be used with cameras in all groups flash modes Six flash operations are possible in the TTL Auto Flash mode LAIN flash modes s 3D Muti sensor Balanced __ Fill Flash Automatic Balanced Fill Flash a WUIT Sensor Balanced with TTL Multi Sensor Fill Flash a er era A
37. ame Flash operation 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash I F5 F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series 2 F70 Series N70 F4 Series F65 Series N65 Series F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 Pronea 600i 6 13 F 601 N6006 F 601m N6000 F60 Serie N60 F50 Serie N50 F 401x N5005 s F 501 N2020 s F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 F 301 N20004 Matrix Balanced Fill Flash Center Weighted Fill Flash Spot Fill Flash Programmed TTL Auto Flash Standard TTL Flash FM3a F3 Series FA New FM2 FE2 FM10 FG FE10 NikonosV Non TTL Auto Flash Manual Flash P 46 51 FP High Speed M Flash Sync P 49 51 Repeating Flash P5259 1 Sold exclusively in the USA 2 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 cannot perform FP High Speed Flash Sync 5 Center Weighted Fill Flash is not possible Sold exclusively in the USA and Canada 5 An optional sync cord for land use is required Optional flash Unit cou TTL flash p 7 3D Multi Sensor Balan Balanced Fi Balanced Fi Flash wit Available Not available pler AS 4 or AS 7 is required With AS 17 Standard 40 41 is possible but not Repeating flash ced Fill Flash and Multi Sensor Flash are generally referred to as Automatic TTL Multi Sensor Fo
38. ash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until I appears on the LCD panel Set Ml on the LCD panel Press the or button until lll appears on the LCD panel The indicator bar on the LCD panel changes to show the shooting distance iso 105 0 60 8 1 1 5 23 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom mm F5 6 S The indicator changes every time you press the button 1 1 0 0 gt 1 2 0 0 gt 1 2 0 3 gt 1 2 0 7 gt 1 4 0 0 1 64 0 0 gt E The indicator changes every time you press the J button E gt 1 64 0 0 gt 1 64 0 3 gt 1 64 0 7 1 32 0 0 1 2 0 0 gt 1 1 0 0 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL ON OFF e A small amount of underexposure may result in a more pleasing photograph by shooting a subject which is further to the right by 1 or 2 steps from the distance represented by the indicator bar on the LCD panel e If the flash to subject distance does not match the appropriate shooting distance shown by the indicator bar choose a different setting for the zoom head position smaller than the focal length of the lens in use or move closer to or farther away from the subject 50 E guide numbers at ISO 100 for meters feet Zoom head position Shutter speed 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm
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40. cel reset the exposure compensation to 0 0 following the steps outlined above 73 Exposure compensation in flash photography For cameras in all groups Flash exposure compensation in TTL Auto Flash mode For cameras in Groups through VI when making exposure compensation to the SB 28 s flash output and the background A 0608115 2 3 4 6 91318 m a S an ea 2 3 4 5 7 101520304060 ft STBY zoom 3mm F 5 00 ZOOM MODE SEL US oftas 6 ON OFF _ J Use your camera s EV compensation control to make exposure compensation In this mode flash output is automatically controlled to keep both subject and background correctly exposed e For more details refer to your camera s instruction manual The SB 28 s LCD panel does not display the amount of compensation set on the camera e With cameras in Groups and II the shooting range indicator bars automatically change according to the amount of exposure compensation For cameras other than those in Groups and Il use this chart as a guide in obtaining the correct flash shooting distance range Exposure compensation values possible with various film speeds Exposure compensation value Film speed 2 1 0 1 2 ISO 25 25 50 100 ISO 50 25 50 100 200 ISO 100 25 50 100 200 400 ISO 200 50 100 200 400 800 ISO 400 100 200 400 800 ISO 800 1000 200 4
41. e shooting distance A flash shooting distance range of 0 8 to 6m 2 6 to 20 ft is shown Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU e In any exposure mode Press the or button until the same aperture as displayed on the camera s LCD panel or in viewfinder is set on the SB 28 s LCD panel then confirm the flash shooting distance range Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU e In Aperture priority auto A or Manual M mode only Press the or button until the same aperture on the lens is set on the SB 28 s LCD panel then confirm the flash shooting distance range 6 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture e f the ready light blinks for approx 3 ZOOMINODEESEN seconds after shooting this indicates OO the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case QO use a wider aperture or move closer o sH 5 ON OFF to the subject 34 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group IV F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 and F 401x N5005 Available flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode L 7 Available flash c T de ens in use operation amera s exposure mode Nikkor lenses witha Matrix Balanced Programmed auto P built in CPU Fill Flash Shutter priority auto S Aperture priority auto A Manual M Nikkor lenses Center Weighted Manual M without a built in Fill Flash Spot Fill CPU Flas
42. ed in the previous example was ISO 400 rather than ISO 100 the guide number is 72 36 x 2 57 Bounce flash operation Applicable to all camera groups When taking pictures indoors direct flash often causes harsh unattractive shadows on the subject or background By bouncing the light off the ceiling or walls you can soften the shadows and produce more natural looking portraits With the SB 28 s built in bounce card you can create a highlight in the subject s eyes See page 61 Using the built in bounce card Bounce flash shooting using diffused light Normal flash shooting using direct flash Penis j i3 Camera settings i 1 Select the exposure mode Set camera s exposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M 2 Set the aperture e With bounce flash there is a 2 to 3 stop light loss or more depending on the height of the ceiling when compared with normal flash operation Therefore you should use the largest aperture smaller f number possible and bracket your exposures 58 Flash settings Select a flash mode Press the button until or EN appears on the LCD panel 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom J mm F5 6 AM ZOOM MODE SEL oS O RO OFLASH amp ON OFF Tilt and or rotate the flash head Depress the flash head tilting rotating lock release button and tilt the flash
43. ens in use and the selected exposure mode See page 29 Confirming flash shooting distance range in TTL Auto Flash Mode 2 Set the flash sync mode Set the camera s flash sync mode if available to front curtain sync Normal 26 Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until the desired auto flash mode appears on the LCD panel TN Automatic Balanced Fill Flash with TTL Multi 0 608115 2 3 4 6 91318 m pa ae Sensor aa FA FS g eu Center Weighted Spot Fill zoom mm F3 Flash ZOOM MODE SEL AS tii Standard TTL Flash OFLASH 5 ON OFF 4 Check the shooting distance TTL ISO iit Gee A flash shooting distance range of ash shooting di ea Em 0 8 to 6m 2 6 to 20 ft is shown STBY e With the F5 camera s Custom Setting you can select 1 300 TTL High Speed Sync In this case you cannot confirm the shooting distance using the indicator bars on the SB 28 s LCD panel See page 30 on Flash shooting distance range in 1 300 TTL High Speed Flash sync operation 5 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL gt e Eos ON OFF 27 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group I F5 F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 The ready light blinks when t
44. eras in Groups through III featuring a rear curtain flash sync mode Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until the desired mode MM EN or M appears on the LCD panel 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom 1mm F5 A ZOOM MODE SEL 2 e In Manual M mode when either FP High Speed Flash sync W or Repeating Flash is selected rear curtain flash sync cannot be performed Camera settings 2 Set the flash sync mode to rear curtain sync 3 Set the exposure mode Set the camera s exposure mode to Shutter priority auto S or Manual M e Although rear curtain flash sync is possible in Programmed auto P or Aperture priority auto A mode it is not recommended because you cannot intentionally adjust the shutter speed Set the shutter speed e The slower the shutter speed you select the more effective the results will be e Use of a tripod is recommended 5 Check the shooting distance Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture In WI or EN mode if the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject 78 Additional information Reference section In this section information o
45. f 5 6 D 14 5 6 2 5 measured in meters D 46 5 6 8 2 measured in feet The farthest flash shooting distance is 2 5m 8 2ft You can read the closest shooting distance from the SB 28 s indicator bars e For film speeds other than ISO 100 multiply the figures in the table above by the factors shown below ISO film speed 25 50 200 400 800 Factor x0 5 x 0 71 x14 x2 x 2 8 30 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group Il F4 Series F65 Series N65 Series F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 Pronea 600i 6i Available flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode Camera s Camera s Lens in use Avanabie fash exposure metering operation x3 mode system Nikkor lenses witha Matrix Balanced Desired Matrix built in CPU Fill Flash mode Metering rai SA Center Weighted Desired Center Fill Flash mode Weighted Spot Fill Flash Metering W BA S Spot Metering Nikkor lenses Center Weighted Fill Aperture priority Center Weighted without a built in Flash Spot Fill Flash auto A Metering CPU Manual M 777777777 Spot Metering Matrix Balanced Fill Flash operation is possible with F4 Series camera when Al S or Al type Nikkor lenses Nikon Series E lenses and lenses for the F3AF are used The above flash modes can be changed to Standard TTL Flash 8 Only Standard TTL Flash can be performed when the F4 s Metering System is set to Spot Metering
46. g more than three flash units for TTL multiple flash operation or if the secondary flash units are not equipped with multiple flash terminals e Use Tripod Adapter AS 11 to attach the SB 16A or SB 17 to a tripod 66 4 Set the flash mode on all the flash units to LH e Turn on all flash units and make sure their Standby functions are canceled Follow the same procedures as in normal TTL Auto Flash mode e When all flash units are set to Manual flash M mode Manual multiple flash operation is performed TTL multiple flash operation using the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4 optional e TTL multiple flash operation is possible by using the camera s built in Speedlight or a Speedlight mounted on the camera s hot shoe as the master flash unit and one or more Speedlights mounted on the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU 4s as slave flash units The SU 4 s built in light sensor not only detects when the master flash unit fires to trigger the slave flash unit but also controls the flash duration of the slave flash unit in sync with the master flash unit Manual multiple flash operation is also possible by setting the flash mode selector to manual M e These Nikon Speedlights are usable SB 29 SB 28 28DX SB 27 SB 26 SB 25 SB 24 SB 23 SB 22s SB 22 SB 20 SB 18 SB 16B SB 15 e For more information refer to the instruction manual provided with the SU 4 67 Multiple flash operation in and M flash modes Sy
47. h Center Weighted Fill Flash Spot Fill Flash can only be performed when the camera s exposure mode is set to Manual M Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until appears on the LCD panel 06081152 34691318 m MENE 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 304060 ft M zoo J Simm F5 ZOOM MODE SEL O RO OFLASH G ON OFF 35 TTL Auto Flash Mode 2 36 For cameras in Group IV F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 and F 401x N5005 Check the shooting distance according to the lens in use and the exposure mode selected on the camera Flash shooting distance range With Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU For F60 Series N60 and F50 Series N50 In Programmed Auto P or Shutter Priority Auto S exposure mode With an F60 Series N60 or F50 Series N50 camera in the ADVANCED mode set the aperture appearing in the camera s viewfinder on the SB 28 s LCD panel by pressing the SB 28 s or button With an F50 Series N50 camera in the SIMPLE mode select the aperture from the table below and set the same aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel Lighting Cloudy day or in conditions at 180100 Sunny day the shadows Indoors Aperture setting on SB 28 1 8 f 5 6 1 4 For F 401x N5005 In Programmed Auto P or Shutter Priority Auto S exposure mode Select the aperture from the table and set the
48. h the shutter release button pressed halfway the subject is outside the flash shooting distance range In this case set the camera s focus mode selector to manual M and focus manually To cancel autofocus flash operation with the AF assist illuminator LED Hold down the button as you press the D button The QHD indicator comes on or disappears on the LCD panel every time you press the and buttons simultaneously The AF assist illumination LED is set when the QB indicator is not on and canceled when the 8 indicator appeared The AF assist illumination LED is preset to operate when the SB 28 is shipped from the factory fal TTL iso 100 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m OO Eig OFLASH 5 ON OFF 82 Optional accessories Accessories for multiple flash Sync Cord SC 11 and SC 15 Sync Cords SC 11 and SC 15 are handy when you want to use the SB 28 off camera or for use with cameras without accessory shoes These cords also allow you to perform Multiple Flash photography in the Manual MI mode The SC 11 is approx 25 cm 9 8 in long and the SC 15 is approx 1m 3 2 ft long TTL Remote Cord SC 17 and SC 24 The TTL Remote Cord SC 17 provides TTL Auto Flash operation when the SB 28 is used off camera Its flash shoe comes with one tripod socket and two TTL multiple flash terminals The TTL Remote Cord SC 24 is for use with F5 cameras mounted with a High Magnification
49. he flash fires at maximum output TTL iso 160 06081152 3 4 6 9 1318 m on 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 304060 ft STBY zoom 5mm F 5 5 ZOOM MODE SEL s FH 5 ON OFF Y I Underexposure indicator Amount of underexposure e f the SB 28 s ready light and the underexposure indicator blink for approx 3 seconds after shooting the flash has fired at its maximum output indicating the light was insufficient for correct exposure The amount of underexposure for example 1 0 to 3 0 also appears on the SB 28 s LCD panel To compensate use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject and reshoot e You can recall the amount of underexposure last shown on the LCD panel by pressing the button 28 Confirming the flash shooting distance range in TTL Auto Flash Mode Applicable to cameras in Groups and Il The method for confirming the shooting distance differs depending on the ens in use and the selected exposure mode Check the flash shooting distance range as described below Flash shooting distance range Aperture value OFLASH Oe ON OFF Y Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU e In Programmed auto P Ps or Shutter priority auto S mode 1 Set the lens to its minimum aperture highest f number except G type Nikkor lenses 2 Press the shutter release button halfway and check the shooting di
50. he unit several times to reform its capacitor and keep the SB 28 in top working order Storage Store the SB 28 in a cool dry place to prevent mold and mildew Also keep it away from chemicals such as camphor or naphthalene Avoid exposing the SB 28 to magnetic waves from TVs or radios and never store it the truck or glove compartment of a vehicle during the summer 86 Notes on batteries T WARNING e Keep batteries out of the reach of children If a battery is accidentally swallowed call a doctor immediately Notes on handling batteries e Do not expose batteries to excessive heat Never store them in the truck or glove compartment of a vehicle during the summer or place them near a fire or hot surface Even hot direct sunlight may cause them to explode e When loading batteries make sure the SB 28 is turned off then follow the and symbols inside the battery chamber e f the SB 28 is not used for more than two weeks remove the batteries and store them in a dry place at 20 C 68 F or below e Battery power tends to weaken as the temperature drops It also weakens after heavy use recovering gradually after a short break Power gradually decreases when batteries are not used for a long time Check battery power before use replace batteries with a new set before they are completely exhausted e Battery performance may differ with each brand due to modification in specifications or improvement in performance
51. hould familiarize yourself with various settings and adjustments of the SB 28 regardless of which Nikon SLR camera you are using Loading batteries Four penlight batteries 1 5V or lower of any of the following types may be used e AA type alkaline manganese 1 5V e AA type lithium 1 5V e AA type NiCd rechargeable 1 2V e AA type Ni MH Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable 1 2V NOTE AA type high power manganese batteries are not recommended for use with the SB 28 See pages 87 88 Notes on batteries 1 Open the battery chamber lid N 2 Install four penlight batteries following the and symbols inside the chamber Close the battery chamber lid Xx e Various optional external power source DC Units are available for use with the SB 28 See page 85 Using an external power source D Do not mix battery types or brands or use old with new batteries 12 Adjusting the flash head Selecting the distance scale Adjusting the flash head Hold down the flash head tilting rotating lock release button while adjusting the flash head to the horizontal front position e When the button is pressed for approx 0 5 sec after adjusting the flash head to the horizontal front position the power turns on and the flash shooting range indicator bars appear on the LCD panel They do not appear if the flash head is adjusted to a position other than the horiz
52. hutter release button except cameras in Group VII e Press the button on the e Press the SB 28 s button SB 28 15 The ready light After the SB 28 is turned on the ready light lights up as soon as the SB 28 is recycled and ready to fire Make sure the ready light lights up before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL Qo or 8 ON OFF The ready light blinks when the flash fires at maximum output ZOOM MODE SEL fsH O ON OFF In TTL Auto Flash or Non TTL Auto Flash EN mode if the ready lights on the SB 28 and inside the camera s viewfinder blink for approx 3 seconds after the picture is taken the flash has fired at its maximum output indicating that light may have been insufficient for correct exposure e In that case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject before taking any more pictures Replace batteries e Replace alkaline manganese batteries if the ready light takes more than 30 seconds to light up Replace lithium batteries if the ready light takes more than 10 seconds to light up See page 87 88 Notes on batteries e Recharge NiCd or Ni MH batteries if the ready light takes more than 10 seconds to come on e When exhausted batteries are used in the SB 28 the zoom head position adjustment may be activated repeatedly producing sound inside the unit even when the power is turned off 16 Test firing Y
53. ided with your camera for specific information on its use Notices used in this manual D Denotes important points where caution is required NOTE Denotes a useful point that should be remembered for future reference Determine what type of Nikkor lenses you are using Nikkor lenses are divided into two groups unless otherwise noted Nikkor lenses e D or G type Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU e IX Nikkor lenses e Non D G type AF Nikkor lenses e Al P type Nikkor lenses Nikkor lenses e Al S type or Al type Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU e Nikon Series E lenses e Al modified Nikkor lenses and others CPU Central Processing Unit acts as an on board computer IX Nikkor lenses are designed for use with the Nikon Advanced Photo System 1X240 format SLR camera body only and cannot be used with 35mm SLR cameras E xcept AF Nikkor lenses for the F3AF Fo rewo rd AR nesses ot Mele A Gia SiS idinly eiais EEE wee Sin aiaid E ET ead E E 2 Camera groups and available flash MOES eRe Re 3 Speedlight parts eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eCeee ee eee Ee eee eee rere eee eee eeee eee eee Tee ee eee eee eee reer eeeeeeee ye 4 LCD panel indications teeters 5 Tips on using this MANUAL verre tenet teen nee 6 About this manual vcore treet nent n enn ne tens eee ates 7 Using Control DULLONS coer ttre enn nn tence etn n nen e nsec ea ees 10 Getting STATO eere e etree eect teeneeeececessnanecentensneesertennaae
54. its used at the same time does not exceed 20 at 20 C 68 F or 13 at 40 C 104 F Speedlight coefficients SB 50DX 1 SB 29 1 SB 28 28DX 1 SB 27 SB 26 1 SB 25 1 SB 24 1 SB 23 SB 22s 1 SB 22 6 SB 21 4 SB 20 SB 17 4 SB 16 4 SB 15 4 SB 14 SB 11 1 SB 140 1 Coefficient numbers in parentheses are in units of 70pA 65 Multiple flash operation in and M flash modes TTL multiple flash operation Cameras in Groups through VI and F3 Series Attach the main flash unit to the camera s accessory shoe e To use the SB 28 off camera refer to pages 68 69 System chart for TTL multiple flash for the correct type of optional TTL Remote Cord to use 2 Set the flash mode of the master flash unit to mode o 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m EEN EEA AA Sa EN A eeN 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom J mm F 5 6 A ZOOM MODE SEL OFLASH 8 ON OFF e To obtain the correct exposure with the SB 28 when used as the main flash and set to 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash cancel Monitor Preflash on the main flash unit by pressing the button until appears on the LCD panel 3 Connect the main flash unit to the secondary flash unit s Use one or more TTL Remote Cords SC 18 or SC 19 to connect the SB 28 to the secondary flash unit s in series e Turn off all flash units before connecting e Use Multi Flash Adapter AS 10 when usin
55. l 80 Autofocus flash operation in dim light For autofocus cameras only When the light is too dim for normal autofocus operation the SB 28 s AF assist illuminator LED automatically turns on when set to illuminate dark subjects when the shutter release button is pressed halfway e Take care not to block the AF assist illuminator LED while shooting e The AF assist illuminator LED turns off as soon as the subject is in focus e The AF assist illuminator LED will not light up with an F5 F100 F80 Series N80 Series or F65 Series N65 Series camera unless the camera s central focus area is selected 81 Autofocus flash operation in dim light For autofocus cameras only Conditions necessary to activate the AF assist illuminator LED The subject must be sufficiently dark and within the range of 1m 3 3 ft to 8m 16 4 ft at 20 C 68 F 2 AF Nikkor lenses must be used Lenses from 24mm 35mm for F 501 N2020 to 105mm are recommended Other AF Nikkor lenses can be used depending on shooting conditions Perform test firing before use The camera s autofocus mode is set to Single Servo Autofocus S Focus lock is not employed The SB 28 s ready light is on e Replace batteries whenever the ready light becomes dark or blinks after the AF assist illuminator LED turns on NOTE If the AF assist illuminator LED comes on but no in focus indicator appears in the camera s viewfinder wit
56. l power source DC Units increase the number of flash firings and provide faster recycling time See page 93 To use a DC Unit connect its power cord to the SB 28 s external power source terminal External power source terminal External power source terminal for European market e Even when a DC Unit is used the SB 28 still requires batteries inside the flash unit NOTE Because the European version of the SB 28 comes with a different shaped connector Nikon DC Units SD 7 SD 8 and the Power Bracket Unit SK 6 are not compatible 85 Tips on Speedlight care Avoid physical shocks Do not drop the SB 28 or hit it against a hard surface as this may damage its precision mechanisms Never disassemble the SB 28 Never attempt to disassemble or repair the SB 28 yourself The SB 28 contains high voltage circuitry which can cause electric shock Keep the SB 28 away from water The SB 28 is not waterproof and therefore should not be exposed to rain or saltwater If water gets inside the SB 28 corrosion may occur resulting in high repair costs Cleaning Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the SB 28 and clean it with a soft clean cloth Never use commercial cleaners containing thinner benzene or alcohol as they could damage its plastic parts Maintenance When storing the SB 28 for two weeks or longer remove the batteries to prevent battery leakage Also once a month insert fresh batteries and fire t
57. lash mode ISO 25 to 1000 for cameras in Groups III and IV plus F 501 N2020 and F 301 N2000 cameras ISO 25 to ISO 400 for cameras in Group VI plus F 401s N4004s and F 401 N4004 cameras 18 Adjusting the zoom head position The SB 28 has six zoom head position settings 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm and 85mm The zoom head is set to either 18mm or 20mm when the built in wide flash adapter is used Cameras in Groups and II with Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU 1 The zoom head is automatically adjusted TTLKO Iso 100 060871523 4691318 m mmn ma mc i Sa m m 2 5 7 1015 20 30 40 60 ft Hmm F5 5 ZOOM MODE SEL OO OFLASH 8 ON OFF e Automatic zoom head positioning is not possible if a small M appears above he ZOOM on the LCD panel Press the button several times until the M disappears 2 After automatic adjustment make sure the zoom head position on the LCD panel matches the focal length of the lens in use With a zoom lens the zoom head automatically adjusts within the range of 24mm to 85mm When the focal length exceeds the SB 28 s available range the zoom head adjusts to the closest wideangle or telephoto setting of the lens in use 19 Adjusting the zoom head position NOTE To cancel automatic zoom head positioning and set the position manually Press the and buttons simultaneously for approx 2 sec until the small M above ZOOM starts blinking Then
58. lash settings 1 Press the button until appears on the LCD panel va 06081152 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom I Simm F 5 09 ZOOM MODE SEL O RO OFLASH G ON OFF 2 Press the button until appears on the LCD panel and the exposure compensation value starts blinking T TTL iso 160 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom 3 mm F9 6 O D DO ED AOE ae C 72 3 Set the desired exposure compensation Press the or button to increase or decrease the compensation TTL iso 100 06081152 3 4691318 m m ea at tH m a 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 4060 ft zoom J Smm FS O ZOOM MODE SEL D e Exposure compensation is possible in 1 3 steps from 3 0 to 1 0 EV e The shooting range indicator bars automatically change according to the amount of exposure compensation Press the button to make the exposure compensation value stop blinking 060811523469 j a a a a 2 3 4 5 7 101520304060 ft zoom 35mm F5 5 S ZOOM MODE SEL O O ED ON TD D e The exposure compensation value blinks during adjustment and stops after 8 seconds unless an adjustment is made The last blinking number is the one automatically set Canceling exposure compensation Flash exposure compensation cannot be canceled by turning the SB 28 off To can
59. ly reflective surface Likewise some minus compensation may be required when the background is dark or includes subjects of low reflectivity You can also make exposure compensation to create flash photographs which are somewhat brighter or darker to match the subject or your creative preferences Exposure compensation methods can be divided into five categories The flash output level is automatically compensated in category 1 and manually compensated by the user in the categories 2 to 5 But this may vary depending on which camera you are using 1 Automatic exposure compensation in TTL Auto Flash mode In 3D multi sensor balanced fill flash Multi sensor balanced fill flash and Center weighted Spot fill flash operations the flash output is automatically balanced to keep both subject and background correctly exposed To cancel automatic exposure compensation change the flash mode to Standard TTL Flash 2 Intentional exposure compensation of the SB 28 s flash output in TTL Auto Flash mode The SB 28 s flash output level can be compensated without affecting the background exposure See page 72 3 Intentional exposure compensation of the SB 28 s flash output and the background in TTL Auto Flash mode Use your camera s exposure compensation control button or dial to make exposure compensation to both foreground and background See page 74 4 Intentional exposure compensation of the main subject in Non TTL Auto Flash EN mode
60. mining aperture For F 501 N2020 and F 301 N2000 in Programmed Auto P mode Select the aperture for the film in use from the table or the aperture set by the camera in aperture priority auto A or manual M mode Press the SB 28 s or button to set the corresponding aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel then confirm the flash shooting distance range ISO film speed 25 50 100 200 400 800 Aperture setting on SB 28 2 8 1 4 5 6 1 8 f 11 f 16 For F 401s N4004s and F 401 N4004 at ISO 100 in Shutter Priority Auto S or Programmed Auto P exposure mode Select the aperture from the table aperture set on the camera in aperture priority auto or manual mode and set the same aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel by pressing the SB 28 s or buttons then check the flash shooting distance range 3 Cloudy day Subject conditions Strong Becik Sunny day or in the Indoors lighting shadows Aperture setting on SB 28 f 16 f 8 f 5 6 f 5 6 Usable shutter speed 1 125 sec 1 30 sec In shutter priority auto mode the aperture is automatically selected by the camera 3 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL e Pol ON OFF e f the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use
61. n output level 18mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm 1 1 full 18 59 20 66 30 98 32 105 36 118 42 138 48 157 50 164 1 2 12 7 42 14 46 21 69 22 5 74 25 5 84 30 98 34 112 36 118 1 4 9 30 10 33 15 49 16 53 18 59 21 69 24 79 25 82 1 8 6 4 21 7 23 105 85 11 3 87 127 42 15 49 17 56 18 59 1 16 45 15 5 16 7 5 25 8 26 9 30 10 5 85 12 39 12 7 42 1 32 3 2 10 3 5 11 53 17 15 7719 6 4 21 7 5 25 8 5 28 9 30 1 64 2 3 8 2 5 8 3 8 13 14 13 4 5 15 5 3 17 6 0 20 6 3 21 e See page 51 for details on guide numbers in FP High Speed Sync Flash and see also page 30 for details on guide numbers in 1 300 TTL High Speed Sync Flash Angle of Variable in 6 steps plus 2 steps with built in wide flash coverage adapter Flash head in horizontal front position 7 Angle of coverage Zoom head position Vertical Horizontal 18mm with built in 90 102 wide flash adapter in place 20mm with built in 85 98 wide flash adapter in place 24mm 60 78 28mm 53 70 35mm 45 60 50mm 34 46 70mm 26 36 85mm 23 31 91 Specifications Flash duration 1 840 sec 1 1 full output approx 1 1100 sec 1 2 outut 1 2300 sec 1 4 outut 1 4800 sec 1 8 output 1 9100 sec 1 16 output 1 19000 sec 1 32 output 1
62. n troubleshooting and optional accessories is presented Following that are tips on Speedlight care notes on batteries with the SB 28 s specifications coming at the end of the manual Checking the correct exposure For cameras in all groups In Non TTL Auto Flash EN mode you can determine whether the subject will receive the correct exposure by test firing the SB 28 before actually taking pictures 1 Set the camera s exposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M Press the SB 28 s button until EN appears on the LCD panel Set the same aperture on both the SB 28 and the camera Check that the SB 28 s ready light is on Focus on the subject and check the shooting range indicator bars to make sure it s within range Press the FLASH button to fire the flash ZOOM MODE SEL oO ORO N If the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject NOTE To determine if the exposure will be correct in TTL Auto Flash mode press the button to change the flash mode to the Non TTL Auto Flash EN mode Set the same aperture on the SB 28 s LCD panel as in the mode then perform test firing If the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting the light will be insufficient for correct exposure in the mode as wel
63. nceled Ready light e Lights up when SB 28 is recycled and ready to fire e Blinks for 3 seconds when flash fires at its maximum output indicating light may have been insufficient in TTL Auto Flash and FN mode only FLASH button e Performs test firing for correct exposure detection in mode or test firing in mode Can turn the SB 28 on again after the unit enters standby mode Built in wide flash adapter Allows the SB 28 to be used with 18mm or 20mm lenses Safety lock With cameras equipped with a safety lock system the mount system pin is automatically inserted into the locking hole in the camera s accessory shoe to secure the SB 28 LCD panel Turns on and off every time the button is pressed illuminator Illumination lasts approx 16 seconds Flash Distance scale on the LCD panel can be set to either meters shooting m or feet ft by pressing the and ONOFF buttons distance scale simultaneously with SB 28 turned off 94 Other External power source terminal TTL multiple flash terminal features and sync multiple flash terminal Dimensions Approx 69 x 128 x 90mm 2 7 x 5 x 3 6 in W x H x D Weight without Approx 320g 11 3 oz batteries Accessories Soft Case SS 28 External power source terminal cap supplied All performance data are for normal temperature operation 20 C 68 F Specifications and design are subject to change without notice
64. ne manganese Up to 20 SD 8 AA type NiCd Up to5 Upto 10 SD 8A ype Mi seca AA t Ni MH ype Ni Up to 30 Up to 40 Lithium AA type alkaline Up to 20 manganese SK 6 AA type NiCd SK 6A yp Up to5 Upto 10 Up to 30 AA type Ni MH Lithium battery Up to 20 Available in the European market only e SD 7 uses C type alkaline manganese batteries e Because the European version of the SB 28 comes with a different shaped connector Nikon DC Units SD 7 SD 8 and the Power Bracket Unit SK 6 are not compatible e Fresh and same type batteries must be used in both the SB 28 and optional Nikon DC Units SD 8 8A and Power Bracket Unit SK 6 6A D Allow the SB 28 to cool off for at least 10 minutes after the maximum number of continuous firing shown in the table Flash mode and output Max number of continuous firings W EN 2 and M 1 1 and 1 2 15 Ml 1 4 1 8 1 16 1 32 1 64 40 Even if the number of continuous firings is less than those listed above it s a good idea to let the SB 28 cool off as often as possible when using it in a warm environment 48 FP High Speed Flash sync W in Manual Flash M mode For F5 F100 F9OX N90s F90 Series N90 The SB 28 allows you to use faster shutter speeds for flash synchronization With FP High Speed Flash sync W the flash emits light at an extremely rapid rate while the shutter curtains travel to expose the film This enables you to use a fa
65. ontal front position e The indicator bars blink when the flash head is tilted down to 7 Selecting the distance scale meters feet Set the distance scale on the LCD panel to either meters m or feet ft 1 Press the button for approx 0 5 sec to turn the SB 28 off 2 Hold down the button as you press the button To return to the former setting repeat steps 1 and 2 xk 06081152 34691318 m m meters display ft feet display OQ Ce OFLASH 8 ON OFF e The SB 28 is preset to meters m when the SB 28 is shipped from the factory NOTE Although meters m and feet ft appear together in this manual for ease of explanation they do not appear simultaneously on the SB 28 s LCD panel 13 Attaching the SB 28 to the camera When attaching the SB 28 to your camera make sure both units are turned off to avoid accidentally firing the flash 1 Loosen the SB 28 s mounting foot locking wheel and slide the SB 28 into the camera s accessory shoe 2 Tighten the locking wheel Jv aw oo With cameras equipped with a safety lock system the mount pin is automatically inserted into the locking hole in the camera s accessory shoe to secure the SB 28 Detaching the SB 28 e To detach the SB 28 loosen the mounting foot locking wheel all the way If
66. ontrols flash output to keep both subject and background correctly exposed when non D type AF or Al P type Nikkor lenses are used The SB 28 fires a series of nearly invisible Monitor Preflashes which are detected by the TTL multi sensor to help determine the best exposure for both subject and background This method is most effective for scenes that include 1 a mirror white wall or other surface highly reflective surface or 2 a subject positioned against a distant and or plain background such as an empty sky clouds etc 24 Matrix Balanced Fill Flash Applicable to F4 Series F65 Series N65 Series F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 F 601 N6006 F 601m N6000 F 401x N5005 Pronea 600i 6i This mode automatically controls flash output to keep both subject and background correctly exposed when D or non D type AF Nikkor lenses are used The camera s Matrix Metering System determines the correct exposure based on the ambient light Flash illumination brightens the main foreground subject but does not overpower the background Center Weighted Spot Fill Flash Applicable to F5 F4 Series F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N90 F70 Series N70 F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 F 601 N6006 F 601 N6000 F 401x N5005 This mode operates with Center Weighted or Spot metering Center weighted fill flash measures the entire scene but places emphasis on the center area Spot fill flash reads a
67. ou can perform simple test firing by pressing the button to ensure that the SB 28 is working properly 1 Press the LON OFF button to turn the SB 28 on 9 After the ready light comes on press the button to fire the SB 28 ZOOM MODE SEL Cm NOTE If the SB 28 enters the standby mode press the button once to turn the flash back on then press the button again to test fire the unit 17 Setting the ISO film speed Cameras in Groups and Il The ISO film speed is automatically set and indicated on the SB 28 s LCD panel TTL ISO OTST 1 5 2 3 4 6 91318 m 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft ZOOM Jmm F5 5 N e The usable film speed in TTL Auto Flash mode is ISO 25 to 1000 Cameras in Groups III through VII Set the ISO film speed manually in this manner 1 Turn the SB 28 off 2 Turn it on again The film speed starts blinking 3 Press the or button to increase or decrease the film speed Press the button to stop the film speed from blinking IN wae seu rixi 3 4 691318 m m 2 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft zoom 4 Simm F 5 6 ZOOM MODE SEL eeo Ga DO as OFLASH 8 ON OFF e The film speed indicator blinks during adjustment and stops after 8 seconds unless the button is pressed The last blinking number is the one automatically set e The following ISO film speeds can be used in TTL Auto F
68. peration WedaSae Matson E oA Bean oe Weta eaten ee TE 45 Manual Flash M Mode For cameras in all groups EE ata wdiel ns Win E TT E E ele ere aleiae 46 51 Repeating Flash Mode ETTO TITE EE E Hae Tote saa Beets d E see bls bis SS E alae Sider 52 55 Guide Numbers for determining correct aperture in M and flash modes crvecsreeet teeter ee eee eee eee eee eee tee eee Ea 56 57 Bounce flash operation TOPELT E E IT E EETTISET 58 61 Close up flash operation in TTL Auto Flash Mode sektirstsipitenna 62 64 Multiple flash operation in and M flash modes vr 65 70 Exposure compensation in flash photography For cameras in all groups he Sialatg E ste vip alare sine ed cist A N E Weiatele wisle ew gute es 71 75 Red eye reduction control For cameras in Group except F5 and Pronea 600i 6i ERE EP ENA case s E crema delete E E PEE TITS NT 76 Rear curtain flash sync EA E T E TE TE A T T T ETEA 77 78 Additional information EE wa So de E E AN doe ed tala O E 79 Checking the correct exposure For cameras in all groups sr 80 Autofocus flash operation in dim light For autofocus cameras only ia Bie aoe che PAEIT Ciera stesie e a siete ETIT 81 82 Optional accessories be biatbia ete ie E TO EEA croihia7e E S E E EAE E aise me N iho idee s 83 85 Tips on Speedlight Os i gt Weer 86 Notes on batteries EE FENA T E gsc cna chara IE eich bis EE EE E E E E TTT 87 88 Troubleshooting P AEE P ITE LEFT EOI EIE EIOP TALE AA ANS P SEN TEE 89 90 Specifications EPE T T T T AA L
69. press the button and set the desired zoom head position manually 2 The zoom head position indicator changes every time you press the button 24mm gt 28mm gt 35mm gt 50mm gt 70mm 85mm Once set manually the zoom head position is locked and does not change even when the power is turned off and on again or the lens is changed To resume automatic zoom head position adjustment press the and buttons simultaneously for approx 2 sec until the small M above ZOOM disappears Other camera lens combinations Press the button and adjust the zoom head position manually to match the focal length of the lens in use TTL iso 00 06081152 3 4691318 m o raa Crm KO oo OFLASH O ON OFF _ Y e The indicator changes each time you press the button 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm When set manually a small M appears above the ZOOM on the LCD panel wWhen using a Zoom Nikkor lens set the zoom head position on the SB 28 to correspond to the shortest focal length of the lens for example select the 28mm setting when using a Zoom Nikkor 28 85mm lens Then the flash will cover all the focal lengths 20 Setting the built in wide flash adapter The SB 28 comes with a wide flash adapter to increase the angle of coverage to match an 18mm or 20mm lens 1 Slide out the wide flash adapter D and gently push it down into place in front of the
70. r cameras such as the Nikon F or Nikon F2 refer to Group VII TTL Auto Flash mode cannot be performed with cameras in this group If flash is fired wit the LCD panel the flash fires at full output For details on the SB 28 s available TTL Auto Flash operations see the separate Quick Reference sheet 3 h the Lill indicator appeared on Speedlight parts Built in bounce card P 61 Built in wide flash adapter P 21 Flash head P 13 External power source terminal P 85 External power source terminal for European market P 85 Red eye reduction lamp P 76 Light sensor for Non TTL Auto Flash operation P 42 AF assist illuminator LED P 81 isch teal oa 7 77 ocking wheel P lash head tilting rotating Mount pin P 14 lock release button P 13 Sane ei a safety lock system Battery chamber lid P 12 Hot shoe contacts P 14 Mounting foot P 14 Tilting angle scale P 60 Rotating angle scale P 60 LCD panel P 5 Terminal cover TTL multiple flash terminal P 66 Control buttons P 10 Sync multiple flash terminal P 70 Ready light P 16 Because the European version of the SB 28 comes with a different shaped connector Nikon DC Units SD 7 SD 8 and the Power Bracket Unit SK 6 are not compatible LCD panel indications All LCD liquid crystal display figures and marks do not appear at
71. s However Ni MH batteries maintain their efficiency regarding the number of flashes regardless of temperature changes Notes on using alkaline manganese and lithium batteries Non rechargeable batteries such as alkaline manganese and lithium batteries should not be charged in a battery charger as they may explode Lithium batteries incorporate internal safety switches When the battery becomes hot its safety circuit is activated cutting off power This often occurs when the SB 28 is operated in the repeating flash mode The flash ready light will not light up after firing approx 24 exposures However battery power will recover when the temperature goes back to normal Notes on using rechargeable NiCd and Ni MH batteries When recharging batteries be sure to use the battery charger specified by the battery maker and read the instructions thoroughly Recharging should be done in temperatures from 10 to 30 C 50 to 86 F Do not recharge NiCd or Ni MH batteries with their terminals reversed in the charger or before the batteries have cooled off sufficiently Overcharging and excessive use may shorten battery life Do not overcharge and be sure to turn the SB 28 off when not in use Because flash consumes a large amount of battery power rechargeable batteries may not operate properly before reaching the end of their stated life span or the number of charging discharging as specified by the battery manufacturer If NiCd or Ni MH
72. s not possible with the F 601w N6000 Camera settings 1 Set the aperture Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU e In Programmed auto P Pm or Shutter priority auto S mode Set the lens to its minimum aperture highest f number except G type Nikkor lenses e In Aperture priority auto A or Manual M mode While looking at the indicator bars press the or button to change the aperture and bring the subject within the flash shooting distance range Then set the same aperture on the lens aperture ring Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU e In Aperture priority auto A or Manual M mode only While looking at the indicator bars press the or button to change the aperture and bring the subject within the flash shooting distance range Then set the same aperture on the lens aperture ring 2 Set the flash sync mode Set camera s flash sync mode if available to front curtain sync Normal 3 Select the flash mode on the camera 33 to Flash Mode For cameras in Group III F 601 N6006 F 601m N6000 Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until appears on the LCD panel e Set your camera to the Matrix Balanced Fill Flash or Center Weighted Fill Flash Spot Fill Flash mode 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft rot 3S mm F5 6 S7 ZOOM MODE SEL O RO OFLASH G ON OFF 5 Check th
73. seeseesnanes 11 Loading batteries eteeeeereerrereererrerersererrrererrerrererrereerrerenrerrererrerenreererrereererreres 12 Adjusting the flash head Selecting the distance scale v0ceeneennness 13 Attaching the SB 28 to the camera teerereeeeresreeseererrerersereereereererrereereererrereet 14 Turning the SB 28 on and off Standby function rere treet ttre 15 The ready light rere eee Serer eee ee eee eeeCeeee OSES eee eee reece reer eee errr eee e eee eee reer eee ee eee reer sere 16 Test firing eee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee ee eee eee eee e CeCe eee eee eee eee Tee eee eee reer ee eee eceeeeree ye 17 Setting the ISO film speed eee eee Eee eee eee eee eee CeCe eee eee SES Teer reer eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee ere ere ee 18 Adjusting the zoom head position rire tt teers 19 20 Setting the built in wide flash adapter cree tite teeter etienees 24 Selecting a flash 001010 lt MARAA 22 Basic operation A A E A N O 23 flash modes eeereeeeeerrerereerssssseeereeeerssssrseereereresssrssrreeerereenessssseerereeee 24 25 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group I errr 26 30 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group Il sve errrre 31 32 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group Ieveeveseenenes 33 34 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group IV sree 35 37 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group V evveveseesenes 38 39 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group VI sree eee 40 41 Non TTL Auto Flash EN Mode For cameras in all groups sr 42 43 Advanced O
74. so 00 0 608115 2 3 4 6 91318 m a a a a a 3 4 5 7 101520304060 ft STBY J loom I Simm F 5 6 76 Rear curtain flash sync Cameras in Groups I through III featuring a rear curtain flash sync mode F5 F100 F9OX N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 F65 Series N65 Series F 601 N6006 and Pronea 600i 6i cameras only In normal flash synchronization the SB 28 fires at the beginning of the exposure just after the front shutter curtain opens When shooting fast moving subjects at slower shutter speeds this usually results in unnatural looking pictures where the subject frozen by the flash appears behind or within the blurred movement In rear curtain flash sync the flash fires at the end of the exposure just before the rear curtain closes creating a picture in which the frozen subject is in front of the blurred action e Because the SB 28 does not have its own rear curtain control only those cameras with a rear curtain flash sync mode can perform this function by setting it on the camera Rear curtain flash sync rear Front curtain flash sync normal e No rear curtain flash sync indicator appears on the SB 28 s LCD panel even when this mode is set on the camera e In multiple flash setups the main flash unit can be set to either front curtain or rear curtain flash sync The secondary units however cannot be set to rear curtain flash sync 77 Rear curtain flash sync Cam
75. stance range on the SB 28 s LCD panel e In Aperture priority auto A or Manual M mode Check the indicator bars and the subjects distance as you rotate the camera s command dial or lens aperture ring to determine the aperture value Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU e In Aperture priority auto A or Manual M mode only 1 While looking at the indicator bars press the or button to change the aperture and bring the subject within the flash shooting distance range 2 Note the aperture and set it on the lens 29 TTL Auto Flash Mode For cameras in Group I F5 only Flash shooting distance range in 1 300 TTL High Speed Flash sync operation F5 only In combination with the F5 camera 1 300 High Speed Flash Sync with Custom Setting 1 250 sec at normal setting is possible But the farthest flash shooting distance cannot be read from the indicator bars on the SB 28 in TTL Auto Flash Mode n this case use the guide number table and equation for calculating this distance according to each zoom head position Guide number at ISO 100 for m ft Zoom head position 18mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm Guide number 8 26 8 26 11 36 12 39 14 46 16 53 18 59 19 62 Guide number D farthest flash shooting distance Fstop aperture _ For example when shooting with ISO 100 film at a 35mm zoom head position and an aperture of
76. stem chart for TTL multiple flash For cameras in Groups through VI plus F3 Series cameras e SB 11 SB 14 SB 140 and SB 21B Speedlights cannot be used with the F 401 N4004 or F 401s N4004s as either main or secondary units Main flash unit F5 with DA 30 DP 30 F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 F5 with DW 30 DW 31 SC 24 A oad p a Group Il SB 45 SB 16B e F4 Series _ E with DW 20 DW 21 l F4 Series DA 20 DP 20 F65 Series N65 Series F 801s N8008s F 801 N8008 Pronea 600i 6i D SB 20 SB 22 SB 22s SB 23 SB 50Dx BRF T ISB 24 SB 25 SB 26 SB 28 28DX Group III 8 26 oS F 601 N6006 F 601Ww N6000 CC Group IV F60 Series N60 F50 Series N50 F 401x N5005 Group V F 501 N2020 F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 F 301 N2000 Group VI mo e A m A PN m A Nikonos V mA V type Syns SC 14 Cord X Items marked on page 68 are Group Vil AS 17 connected to item on page 69 68 Secondary flash unit SB 15 SB 16B SB 21B acme or Ga oQ SC 18 1 5m SC 19 3m SB 26 SB 20 SB 22 SB 22sSB 24 SB 25 SB 28 28DX am pel f fiom a Lf SC 19 up to five flash units can I i I I I Using SC 18 or SC 19 I
77. ster shutter speed as well as a wider aperture to achieve shallower depth of field to blur the background e Attach the SB 28 to the camera and turn on both the SB 28 and the camera then set the SB 28 to FP High Speed Flash sync Ill Camera settings 1 Set the exposure mode to Manual M 2 Set the aperture With Nikkor lenses with a built in CPU Rotate the command dial on the camera or the lens aperture ring for F9OX N90s F90 Series N90 cameras as you watch the indicator bar on the LCD panel change to match the shooting distance With Nikkor lenses without a built in CPU Press the or button to change the aperture on the LCD panel Then set the same aperture on the lens aperture ring Set the shutter speed Set the shutter speed between 1 250 and 1 4000 sec e The guide number for FP High Speed Flash sync ll varies with the selected shutter speed and is less than that for regular flash synchronization See page 51 on ll guide numbers e In the Il mode when taking flash photographs with a shutter speed slower than 1 250 sec it is recommended to use normal flash operation because the guide number is less in the Ill mode e If you set the SB 28 s flash mode to a mode other than Manual MI EE with your camera s shutter speed set higher than 1 250 sec the shutter speed is automatically set to 1 250 sec 49 Manual Flash M Mode For F5 F100 F90X N90s F90 Series N90 only Fl
78. t to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL Qo er ISH ON OFF f the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject 41 Non TTL Auto Flash A Mode For cameras in all groups In Non TTL Auto Flash shooting the SB 28 s light output automatically changes to match the flash to subject distance The light however is not measured through the lens but is measured by the light sensor on the front of the SB 28 The SB 28 can be used in Non TTL Auto Flash mode with any Nikon camera lens combination at any ISO film speed You can choose apertures from f 2 to f 16 at ISO 100 Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until ZN appears on the LCD panel 115 2 3 4 69 1318 m 2345 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft z FS mm F 5 6 A ZOOM MODE SEL O RO EB OFLASH O ON OFF Select the aperture Press the button then press the or button to change the aperture bringing the subject within the flash shooting distance range A Flash shooting distance Aperture value ZOOM MODE SEL OO OFLASH amp ON OFF 42 Camera settings 3 Select the expos
79. the flash fires correctly as set ZOOM MODE SEL oe o si 8 ON OFF e In the Repeating Flash Mode use a tripod to prevent camera flash shake D Allow the SB 28 to cool off for at least 10 minutes after 10 sequences of repeating flash 54 Exposure compensation in Repeating Flash Mode The flash shooting distance calculated in step number 4 is the correct exposure for the first flash in the sequence Therefore repeating flash at this flash output level will result in overexposure of the overlapped images To prevent this use a smaller aperture NOTE Use fresh or fully charged batteries when performing repeating flash Allow enough time for the flash to recycle between each repeating flash 55 Guide Numbers for determining correct aperture in Guide numbers help you determine a correct exposure or proper aperture f stop when using the SB 28 in the Manual M or Repeating Flash E mode e See page 51 for ll guide numbers The guide number represents the amount of light ISO 100 for m ft generated by the flash With the SB 28 you can calculate a correct aperture by using the following equation and the guide number table To calculate the correct aperture f sto a erture ___Guide number GN p tap Flash shooting distance m ft To calculate the shooting distance Guide number GN Flash shooting distance m ft Histo aperture Guide numbers at
80. the same time They are shown together here for ease of explanation 1 FATTO Me 4A 88 2 Iso agg Hz FP 5 E g 0 608 1152 3 4 691318 m 3 a ee ee ee ee eee 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 40 60 ft 4 M amp y mm rat oM mm F aoe 5 14 1 Flash mode indicator P 22 4 Red eye reduction indicator P 76 LT LS Automatic Balanced Fill Flash with TTL 5 Zoom head position indicator P 19 ulti Sensor 6 Flash output level indicator P 50 TIL atrix Balanced Fill Flash 7 Exposure compensation indicator P 72 Center Weighted Spot Fill Flash 8 Underexposure indicator P 28 Standard TTL Flash 9 Exposure compensation underexposure value E Manual Flash P46 P 72 P 28 E FP High Speed Flash sync P 49 10 Flash shooting distance scale m meter P 13 555 Repeating Flash P 52 11 Flash shooting distance scale ft feet P 13 EN Non TTL Auto Flash P 42 12 Standby mode indicator P 15 2 Film speed 1SO number of repeating flashes per 13 AF assist illuminator LED canceled indicator P 82 frame frequency indicators P 18 P 52 14 Aperture indicator P 42 3 Flash shooting range indicator bars P 13 Notes on LCDs e Because LCDs are difficult to read when viewed from the side you should look at the LCD panel directly e LCDs are temperature sensitive and may turn black at high temperatures approx 60 C or 140 F They clear up when the temperature returns to normal 20
81. turing ISO type mounting foot not designed for F3 83 Optional accessories Connecting the SB 28 to your camera using a sync cord You can connect the SB 28 to your camera by attaching a sync cord to the SB 28 s sync terminal e You cannot use a sync cord when the SB 28 is set to the mode Usable sync cords SC 11 approx 25 cm SC 15 approx 1m NOTE e To connect the SB 28 to a camera without a sync terminal use optional Sync Terminal Adapter AS 15 e Use the sync multiple flash terminal when connecting the SB 28 to other Nikon flash units via sync cords e When the SB 28 is connected to a camera via a sync cord it provides neither automatic sync speed setting nor ready light indication inside the camera s viewfinder To maintain all functions use the optional TTL Remote Cord SC 17 e If anon Nikon flash unit one incorporating a high voltage above 50V or negative voltage sync circuits is connected to the SB 28 s sync multiple flash terminal the SB 28 s protection circuit is activated resulting in improper operation of the unit 84 Available external power sources External power source SD 7 External power source SD 8 8A Power Bracket SK 6 6A D Use only Nikon approved external power sources Using external power sources other than those specified by Nikon may cause damage to the SB 28 Available in the European market only Using an external power source Nikon s externa
82. ure mode Set the camera s exposure mode to Aperture priority auto A or Manual M 4 Set the aperture on the lens Set the aperture that appears on the SB 28 s LCD panel on the lens e The subject will be overexposed if you set a larger aperture smaller f number on the camera than on the SB 28 and underexposed if you set a smaller one larger f number Set the correct shutter speed Set the camera to its highest flash sync shutter speed 6 Wait for the ready light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture ZOOM MODE SEL oo amp gt o ISH B ON OFF e If the ready light blinks for approx 3 seconds after shooting this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure In this case use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject 43 44 Advanced operation For handling difficult lighting situations or expressing your ideas In addition to convenient Auto Flash the SB 28 offers a host of other advanced operations to match your creative ideas or when unusual lighting situations are encountered Manual Flash M EUO For cameras in all groups Manual flash photography is provided when shooting subjects in which the correct exposure is difficult to obtain in the TTL or Non TTL Auto Flash Mode Flash settings Select the flash mode Press the button until M appears on the LCD panel
83. usable shooting distance range is 0 6 to 20m 95 Specifications ISO film speed Shooting distance range in feet 1600 800 400 200 100 50 25 18mm 20mm 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 85mm 28 2 1 4 7 4 66 8 2 66 13 66 14 66 15 66 18 66 20 66 21 66 4 28 2 1 4 5 3 59 5 8 65 8 7 66 9 3 66 11 66 13 66 14 66 15 66 56 4 28 2 1 4 3 7 41 4 1 46 6 2 66 6 6 66 7 4 66 8 7 66 9 9 66 11 66 44 49 6 1 66 3 1 34 43 48 2 2 24 3 0 34 2 0 17 2 2 24 2 0 12 2 0 17 2 0 8 6 2 0 12 2 0 6 1 2 0 8 6 i 32 22 16 11 2 0 2 6 2 0 2 8 2 0 4 3 2 0 4 6 2 0 5 2 2 0 6 0 2 0 6 9 2 0 7 2 32 22 16 20 2 0 2 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 2 2 0 3 6 2 0 4 3 2 0 4 9 2 0 5 1 Programmed TTL Auto Flash with Nikon F 501 N2020 F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 and F 301 N2000 ISO 25 to ISO 400 for F 401s N4004s F 401 N4004 C Non TTL Auto Flash mode 1 TTL Auto Flash operation is not possible at this film speed 2 TTL Auto Flash is possible for cameras in Groups I to IV and F 501 N2020 and F 301 N2000 For ISO 1000 use an aperture 1 3 of an f stop smaller than the aperture for ISO 1600 e Usable apertures in the TTL Auto Flash mode are 1 1 4 to 1 32 and the usable shooting distance range is 2 0 to 66 ft 96 No reproduction in any form of this manual in whole or in part except for brief quot
84. utomatic Matrix Balanced Balanced Fill Flash Fill Flash Center Weighted Fi Fashy Spot Fill Flash Programmed TTL Auto Flash Standard TTL Flash In combination with the camera s exposure meter and TTL flash sensor the shutter speed aperture and SB 28 s flash output are automatically controlled to keep both subject and background correctly exposed 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash and Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash are generally referred to as Automatic Balanced Fill Flash with TTL Multi Sensor 3D Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash Applicable to F5 F100 F9O0X N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 This mode automatically controls flash output to keep both subject and background correctly exposed The SB 28 fires a series of nearly invisible preflashes called Monitor Preflash These preflashes are detected by the TTL multi sensor in Group cameras and the data is then integrated with distance information from D type Nikkor lenses and other exposure data to determine the optimal flash shooting distance range and flash output level for balanced fill flash exposure This is especially effective for scenes that include 1 a mirror white wall or other highly reflective surface or 2 unwanted obstacles in front of the subject Multi Sensor Balanced Fill Flash Applicable to F5 F100 F9O0X N90s F90 Series N90 F80 Series N80 Series F70 Series N70 This mode automatically c

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