Bolt VS-260S Manuale utente
VS-260S
TTL AUTOFOCUS FLASH
User’s Manual
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2 |Introduction
Copyright © 2012 Gradus Group.
Bolt and other names of Bolt products are trademarks of Gradus Group. Other product and corporate names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective holders.
Introduction |3
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Bolt VS-260S
TTL Autofocus Flash. This ash unit
combines a compact design with versatile
features to give you both automatic
ease of use and creative lighting control.
Among the benets you’ll enjoy:
• Full compatibility with Sony’s TTL
metering system
• Adjustable ve-position ash head
• Autofocus-assist for low-light
photography
• Rear-curtain sync
• Automatic power-saving function
4 |Contents
Contents |5
Contents
Overview ..................................................................................................................................................... 6–7
Warnings ................................................................................................................................................... 8–10
Installing Batteries ................................................................................................................................... 10–11
Mounting the Flash .................................................................................................................................. 12–13
Turning on the Flash and Firing a Test............................................................................................................ 14
Taking Photos ................................................................................................................................................ 15
Using Red-Eye Reduction............................................................................................................................... 16
Using Flash Exposure Compensation........................................................................................................ 16–17
Using the Autofocus-Assist Light.................................................................................................................... 17
Bouncing Your Flash................................................................................................................................. 18–19
Using Rear- or Second-Curtain Synchronization ............................................................................................. 20
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Specications ................................................................................................................................................ 22
Warranty........................................................................................................................................................ 23
6 |Overview
VS-260S
LOCK
OFF ON
TEST/
READY
AUTO OK
PUSH
2
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Overview |7
Overview
1. Flash head
2. Battery compartment
cover
3. Autofocus-assist light
4. Mounting foot
5. Mounting foot lock
6. Test button / Ready light
7. Power switch
8. Automatic exposure
conrmation light
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8 |Warnings
Warnings
Before using your VS-260S, please read the following safety notices carefully and thoroughly to ensure safe
use, and to help prevent damage to your ash or injury to yourself or others.
• Do not re the ash at close range directly into the eyes of people or animals. This can cause damage to
the retina and may even lead to blindness.
• To avoid overheating and damaging your ash unit, please wait for at least 10 minutes after 20 continuous
ashes at full power.
• Do not disassemble or attempt to repair this product yourself. There are high-voltage components inside
that can produce a hazardous electric shock.
• Keep this product and its batteries out of reach of children.
• Use only the power sources specied in this manual.
• Always switch the ash off before changing the batteries.
• Always install AA batteries of the same type, brand, and age. Do not combine different types or brands, or
old and new batteries. This could cause batteries to leak, overheat, or explode.
Warnings |9
• Install batteries in the proper orientation, according to the indicator in the battery chamber. Installing
batteries in the reverse orientation could cause them to leak, overheat, or explode.
• Do not use or store the VS-260S in ammable conditions (such as environments containing ammable
gases or liquid chemicals). This could damage the ash, start a re, or cause an electric shock.
• Do not clean the VS-260S with agents containing corrosive or ammable substances such as paint thinner,
benzene, or nail polish remover.
• This product is not water resistant. Keep it away from rain, snow, humidity, and general moisture.
• Should the VS-260S get damaged, do not touch any exposed interior metal parts. If touched, they may
generate an electric shock or cause a malfunction. Promptly remove the batteries, and take the product to
an authorized service center for repair.
• If you detect excessive heat, smoke, or a burning smell coming from the ash, immediately stop operation
and remove the batteries to prevent the product from igniting or melting. Take the product to an authorized
service center for repair.
• Do not drop or otherwise cause a strong physical impact to the VS-260S, as this could cause a malfunction
that may cause it to explode or ignite.
• Remove all batteries from the VS-260S before long-term storage in order to prevent the product from
igniting or leaking corrosive liquids.
• Do not store or use this product at temperatures above 40°C / 104°F.
10 |Installing Batteries
• Keep the metal contacts in the battery compartment clean and free of corrosion and dirt. Do not touch
them with your ngers. Corrosive elements on the contacts can damage the VS-260S and prevent it from
functioning properly. Contacts may be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab.
• Dispose of used batteries properly. Never heat them or throw them into a re, as this could cause the
batteries to leak, overheat, or explode.
Installing Batteries
The VS-260S can be powered by two AA batteries of several types:
• Lithium (1.5V)
• Nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) (1.2V)
• Alkaline (1.5V)
Note: For the fastest recycle times and longest battery life, lithium and Ni-MH batteries are recommended.
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