Operating Instructions HVL
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1. Continued on the next page 37 suoneJedo peoueApy 1 Press the TTL M button to display on the LCD panel The modes change in the following order TTL fea MANUAL MULTI 7 24 LEVEL M ZOOM 1 nn we Li LE imm 38 2 Press the A or V button to select the power level to be set The power level can be set to the following 1 1 maximum 1 2 1 4 1 8 1 16 1 32 1 64 1 128 minimum The power level indication may sometimes differ depending on whether the power level was increased or decreased even if the power level is the same V button 1 1 1 1 0 3 1 1 0 7 1 2 1 2 0 3 1 64 0 3 1 64 0 7 1 128 A button 1 1 1 2 0 7 1 2 0 3 1 2 1 4 40 7 1 128 0 7 1 128 0 3 1 128 The power can be set to up to 22 levels by changing the power level interval See C09 To Change the power level interval on page 68 for details Continued on the next page 39 suoneJedo peoueApy When the shutter button is pressed halfway down the distance at which the proper exposure is obtained appears on the LCD panel Set the aperture to match the displayed distance to the shooting distance MANUAL Proper exposure is obtained at less than 1 0 m If the flash range is less than 1 0 m the lower area of the image on the LCD monitor of the camera may become dark Change2. Locations with excessive sand In locations such as the seashore and other sandy areas or where dust clouds occur protect the unit from sand and dust This may lead to a malfunction Features The HVL F43AM is a compact flash with a guide number of gt page 73 43 meters 105 mm position ISO 100 o be used with compatible lenses to enable ADI Advanced Distance Integration flash metering which is not affected by the reflection rate of the background or subject Enables High speed Sync gt page Quick shift bounce function enables you to set the upper or side position er easily during bounce flash photography AP WE Built in bounce sheet enables you to create a highlight in the gt page 33 subject s eyes Y nem C This flash unit supports flash coverage to a focal length of gt page 30 15 mm by using a built in wide panel when the flash is triggered Corrects the white balance automatically using the color gt page 24 N temperature information a A ai 23 Adjusts the optimum flash coverage according to the image gt page 28 sensor size of the camera Y Except the DSLR A100 Name of parts 1 5 1 Built in wide panel 30 4 AF illuminator 61 2 Flashtube Remove the protective sheet from
3. alkaline batteries Four AA size rechargeable nickel metal hydride Ni MH batteries Batteries are not supplied Always ensure that rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries are charged in the specified charger unit 1 Open the battery chamber door as shown 2 Insert the batteries in the battery chamber as in the diagram 3 Close the battery chamber door Follow the reverse procedure when opening the battery chamber door 13 suonejedoJg Attachment and removal of the flash unit Attaching the flash unit to the camera With the flash unit turned off push the mounting foot firmly and fully into the Auto lock Accessory Shoe of the camera The flash unit is locked in place automatically Ifthe built in flash in the camera is protruding close it before attaching the flash unit This unit is only suitable for an Auto lock Accessory Shoe You cannot use this unit with a camera that has no Auto lock Accessory Shoe 14 Removing the flash unit from the camera While pressing the release button remove the flash unit in the direction of arrow Preparations 15 Turning on the power Set the power switch to ON The power of the flash unit turns on When the power of the flash unit is turned on the LCD panel lights up MODE TTL M 1O If nothing appears on the LCD panel when the power switch is set to ON check the orientation of the batteries To turn th
4. 5 6 1 5 1 5 1 15 1 11 Units m The distances in the above table assume the use of ISO 100 If ISO 400 is used the distances must be multiplied by a factor of two assume a limit of 5 m The flash range is not displayed on the LCD panel when using wireless flash 48 Opening and closing the included mini stand The mini stand is collapsible and must be open when used P A Attaching and removing the mini stand Use the supplied mini stand when the flash unit is separate from the camera Attachment Removal Youcan attach the flash unit to a tripod using the tripod attachment hole under the mini stand Use the tripod equipped with the screw under 5 5 mm Because the tripod equipped with the screw over 5 5 mm cannot hold the mini stand firmly mini stand may be damaged Continued on the next page 49 suoneJedo peoueApy When mini stand break into each part fit the part of shaft into the other part 50 A Wireless flash photography using the HVL F43AM as the off camera flash Use only an off camera flash unit using the light from the built in flash as a signal P 1 Attach the flash unit to the camera and turn the power of the flash unit and camera on Built in flash 2 Setthe camera to wireless flash mode The setting method differs depending on the camera used For details refer to the operating instructions of your camera When the camera is set
5. If the flash has been in contact with sand wiping will damage the surface and it should therefore be cleaned gently using a blower In the event of stubborn stains use a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe the unit clean with a dry soft cloth Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine as these damage the surface finish 72 Specifications Guide number Normal flash ISO100 Manual flash 35mm format Power level Flash coverage setting mm 15 24 28 35 50 70 105 1 1 13 23 24 25 30 35 43 1 2 9 2 16 3 17 0 17 7 21 2 24 7 30 4 1 4 6 5 11 5 12 0 12 5 15 0 17 5 21 5 1 8 4 6 8 1 8 5 8 8 10 6 12 4 15 2 1 16 3 3 5 8 6 0 6 3 7 5 8 8 10 8 1 32 23 4 1 42 44 5 3 6 2 7 6 1 64 1 6 2 9 3 0 3 1 3 8 44 54 1 128 1 1 2 0 2 1 2 2 27 3 1 3 8 When the wide panel is attached APS C format Power level Flash coverage setting mm 15 24 28 35 50 70 105 1 1 13 24 25 30 35 41 43 1 2 9 2 17 0 17 7 21 2 24 7 29 0 30 4 1 4 6 5 12 0 12 5 15 0 17 5 20 5 21 5 1 8 4 6 8 5 8 8 10 6 12 4 14 5 15 2 1 16 3 3 6 0 6 3 7 5 8 8 10 3 10 8 1 32 23 4 2 44 5 3 6 2 7 2 7 6 1 64 1 6 3 0 3 1 3 8 44 5 1 54 1 128 11 21 22 2 7 3 1 3 6 3 8 When the wide panel is attached Continued on the next page 73 jeuonippy HSS flat flash ISO100 Manual
6. Select the P mode on the camera 2 Press the MODE button to display 4 AUTO or 5 on the LCD panel O o OO Ford 6 5 ANC 5 lights up when the camera is set to Fill flash 15 AUTO lights up when the camera is set to Auto flash Continued on the next page 21 soiseg 3 Press the shutter button halfway down make sure that the subject is within the flash range See page 23 for details on the flash range 4 When the flash unit is charged press the shutter button to take a photo The flash unit is fully charged when the TEST button on the control panel is lit in amber r0 4 AUTO HSS COT m When the correct exposure obtained for the t just taken the TEST button on the control panel blinks in green The photo will be under exposed because of a lack of luminescence if taken before charging is complete Press the shutter button after making sure that charging is complete when using the flash unit with the self timer The flash mode selected auto flash AUTO fill flash or un fill flash CA depends on your camera For details refer to the operating instructions of your camera 22 Flash range Press the shutter button halfway down The flash range for the proper exposure is displayed on the LCD panel Make sure that the subject is within this range and then take the photo The range that can be displayed on the LCD panel is from 1 0
7. as a guide With alkaline batteries Flash frequency Hz Power level 10 90 80 70 60 50 40 3020 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 8 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 8 9 10 100 100 1 16 8 8 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 15 15 20 20 30 45 65 100 100 100 1 32 15 15 15 15 17 17 18 18 20 40 50 65 80 100 100 100 100 100 100 1 64 30 30 32 32 35 37 40 45 75 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 1 128 60 60 65 65 70 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 signifies more than 100 With nickel metal hydride batteries When using 2100 mAh Flash frequency Hz Power level 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 3020 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 8 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 10 10 25 100 100 100 1 16 8 8 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 15 20 30 60 75 100 100 100 100 100 1 32 17 17 18 18 18 19 20 20 40 80 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 1 64 32 33 35 36 40 45 55 95 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 1 128 63 65 70 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 signifies more than 100 The maximum number of flashes varies with the type of battery and its condition 46 Wireless flash mode WL This flash unit enables the following wireless flash photography A Wireless flash photography HVL F43AM off camera flash The camera s built in flash is the controller the flash that emits control light and
8. flash 35mm format Flash coverage setting mm pe 15 24 28 35 50 70 105 1 250 5 0 8 4 9 1 9 9 10 8 14 0 16 7 1 500 3 5 5 9 6 4 7 0 77 9 9 11 8 1 1000 2 5 42 46 5 0 54 7 0 8 4 1 2000 1 8 3 0 3 2 3 5 3 8 5 0 5 9 1 4000 1 2 2 1 2 3 2 5 27 3 5 4 2 1 8000 0 9 1 5 1 6 1 8 1 9 2 5 3 0 1 12000 0 6 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 8 21 When the wide panel is attached APS C format Flash coverage setting mm pde 15 24 28 35 50 70 105 1 250 5 0 9 1 9 9 10 8 14 0 15 3 16 7 1 500 3 5 6 4 7 0 77 9 9 10 8 11 8 1 1000 2 5 4 6 5 0 54 7 0 77 8 4 1 2000 1 8 3 2 3 5 3 8 5 0 5 4 5 9 1 4000 12 23 2 5 27 3 5 3 8 4 2 1 8000 0 9 1 6 1 8 1 9 2 5 27 3 0 1 12000 0 6 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 8 1 9 21 When the wide panel is attached Frequency Repetition Ca Nickel hydride Alkaline 2100 mAh Frequency sec Approx 0 1 2 9 Approx 0 1 2 2 Repetition times Approx 200 or more Approx 250 or more Repetition is the approximate number of times that are possible before a new battery is completely dead 74 Continuous flash performance AF illuminator Flash control Dimension Approx Mass Approx Power requirements Recommended batteries Included items 40 flashes at 10 flashes per second Normal flash light level 1 32 105 mm nickel metal hydride battery Autoflash at low contrast and low brightness Operating range
9. flash does not work change the position of the camera flash and subject or point the wireless control signal receiver towards the camera Moreover make sure that the wireless channel of the off camera flash is set to the same channel as the controller Check again that the controller and the flash unit are fully charged and press the shutter button to take the photo Continued on the next page 59 suoneJedo peoueApy Notes on wireless flash You cannot use a flash meter or color meter in wireless flash mode because the pre flash goes off Test flash for the wireless flash is in the currently selected test flash mode One flash occurs with TEST1 and three flashes with TEST3 Flashes continue for four seconds with TESTM For details of test flash See Custom settings page 63 The zoom position for the HVL F43AM is automatically set to 24 mm A zoom position other than 24 mm is not recommended In wireless flash mode ADI metering is canceled and P TTL flash metering is used automatically page 26 Multiple flash cannot be used If another wireless flash is being used nearby you can change the channel in the custom settings to prevent interference page 63 When photographing with the wireless flash the flash unit may in rare cases go off by mistake due to ambient static electricity or electromagnetic noise When the flash is not in use select O using the MODE button The flash unit may in rare cases provide
10. incorrect luminescence because the signal light does not reach the subject etc due to the position in which the wireless flash was installed In this case you can prevent incorrect luminescence by changing the installation position of the wireless flash or changing the wireless channel setting in the custom settings page 63 You can use several off camera flashes at the same time The off camera flash fires with the power level set in each flash when the off camera flash is in the MANUAL mode 60 AF illuminator In low light or when subject contrast is low when the shutter button is pressed halfway down for Auto Focus the red lamp on the front of the flash unit will light This is the AF illuminator used as an aid in Auto Focus The AF illuminator operates even when 51 is displayed on the LCD panel The camera AF illuminator does not operate while the flash AF illuminator is operating The AF illuminator does not operate while Continuous AF is used in focusing mode when continually focusing on a moving subject The AF illuminator may not operate if the focal length of the lens is greater than 300 mm The flash unit will not operate when removed from the camera 61 suoneJedo peoueApy Reset to the default settings Press the MODE and TTL M buttons together for more than three seconds Most flash functions return to their default settings Item Default sett
11. indicator blinks when overheating is detected Flash operation is suspended until the temperature of the unit falls and the J indicator turns off When overheating is detected set the power switch to OFF and stop using the flash unit for about 10 minutes to allow it to cool down 18 Changing the flash mode Press the MODE button The indicator on the LCD panel changes as follows When the flash unit is not connected to your camera or when the camera is in power save mode or the LCD monitor of the camera is being turned off when the flash unit is connected to the camera 4 amp AUTO WL 4 4 AUTO When your camera is turned on and the flash unit is connected to your camera WL is not set up 505 AUTO 5 6 AUTO O 06 A zu Q WAN AN NO 5 lights up when the camera is set to Fill flash 5 AUTO lights up when the camera is set to Auto flash Continued on the next page 19 suomnejedoJg About flash mode 5 Fill flash mode The flash unit always fires 5 AUTO Auto flash mode The flash unit is set to this mode when the camera is set to auto flash WL Wireless flash mode This mode is used during wireless flash photography amp Un fill flash mode The flash unit does not fire 20 Program auto flash The basics If your camera has an AUTO mode or Scene Selection mode they are dealt with here as program auto 1
12. panel illuminator Figures in parentheses are the page numbers where a description of each LCD segment can be found Continued on the next page 11 LCD panel RE 11 2 17 3 aire 16 WL RATIO 13 4 CH1234 CTRLES mi ma 5 eL LEVELS lt ees 15 AAA Mae ANT IERES 2 9 TIL MANUAL MULTI ca 10 d 1 HSS High speed sync indicator 41 2 Ratio flash indicator 57 3 Flash mode indicator 19 4 Wireless channel indicator 60 65 5 Wireless controller indicator 47 6 Operating indicator 63 7 Power level indicator 37 42 8 Zoom indicator 28 9 TTL Manual flash Multiple flash indicator 37 42 10 Zoom Multiple flash repetition display 28 42 12 11 Wireless controller remote indicator 51 54 57 12 Hz indicator 42 13 Flash range Flash range warning near side far side Multiple flash frequency flash ratio display 23 42 57 14 Overheat indicator 18 15 Wide panel indicator 30 16 Bounce indicator 31 17 Custom indicator 63 18 Low battery indicator 17 Figures in parentheses the page numbers where a description of each LCD segment can be found Inserting batteries The HVL F43AM may be powered by Four LR6 AA size
13. shutter button halfway down after changing the channel Continued on the next page 65 suoneJedo peoueApy To select wireless control mode control 1 control 2 When using the HVL F43AM as the controller in wireless flash photography select CTRL1 or CTRL2 depending on the models of the off camera flashes Depending on the models of the off camera flashes the following appears on the LCD display CTRL1 mode CTRL When using only the HVL F58AM HVL F43AM or HVL F42AM as an off camera flash select this mode CTRL2 mode CTRL When also using the HVL F56AM or HVL F36AM as an off camera flash select this mode C04 To change the recording mode that can use the manual flash mode M and multiple flash mode M mode only All modes When PASM is selected manual flash photography and multiple flash photography may be used in all recording modes of your camera The proper exposure may not be obtained with photography in modes other than the M mode of your camera therefore we recommend the M mode of your camera When PASM is selected this unit remains in manual flash mode even if the recording mode of the camera is changed to A automatic mode 66 C05 To change the test flash mode 3 times 4 seconds TESTI flashes once depending on the power level that is set TEST3 flashes three times at a specific rate TESTM flashes for four seconds at a specific rate C06 To change the
14. the 3 Wireless control signal receiver front of the AF illuminator before use 48 5 Mounting foot 14 6 Bounce sheet 33 Figures in parentheses are the page numbers where a description of each LCD segment can be found Continued on the next page 9 10 7 Bounce indicator upper lower angle 32 8 LCD panel 12 9 Control panel 11 10 Bounce indicator side angle 32 11 Release button 15 12 Battery chamber door 13 13 Mini stand 49 Tripod attachment hole Figures in parentheses are the page numbers where a description of each LCD segment can be found Control panel 1 TTL M MANUAL MULTI 4 Fn function direction buttons button 38 42 53 57 62 37 42 53 54 57 63 2 MODE button 19 5 Power switch 16 3 TEST button 27 6 LCD illuminator button The status while the lamp is lit 7 ZOOM button 29 Amber Flash ready Green Proper exposure LCD panel illuminator If the LCD panel is too dark you can illuminate it by pressing the LCD illuminator button The LCD panel remains illuminated for about 8 seconds when the flash unit is used by itself or connected to a camera that is in power save mode This time is extended if the flash or camera is used Press the LCD illuminator button again while the LCD panel is illuminated to extinguish the LCD
15. the HVL F43AM to CTRL2 CTRL on the LCD display For details on setting see Custom settings C03 on page 66 1 Set the camera flash controller flash off camera flash to wireless flash Camera Setting Set the camera to wireless flash For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camera Controller Setting 1 Press the MODE button repeatedly to display WL and then press the Fn button 2 Press the lt or gt button to make CTRL blink and then press the Fn button e or CTRL is displayed 54 Off camera flash setting Set the wireless flash while the flash unit is attached to the camera and then remove it from the camera For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the external flash When the HVL F43AM is used as the off camera flash see page 53 and set the remote mode to RMT Attach the controller to the camera and turn on the power of the camera controller off camera flash Set up the camera with the controller and the off camera flash See page 48 for details Make sure that the controller and the flash unit are fully charged When the flash unit is fully charged in the wireless flash mode the AF illuminator on the front blinks and the TEST button is lit in amber Use test flash to check the flash The test flash method differs depending on the camera used For details refer to the operating instructions of your came
16. the HVL F43AM is the off camera flash the flash that is away from the camera B Wireless flash photography HVL F43AM controller The HVL F43AM is the controller and another flash is the off camera flash C Multiple wireless flash photography with lighting ratio control Using the HVL F43AM as the controller a camera that supports lighting ratio control can group a number of off camera flashes and control the lighting ratio 4 Wireless flash Lighting ratio control mode Continued on the next page 47 suoneJedo peoueApy Wireless Flash Range The wireless flash uses a light signal from the flash as a trigger to operate the off camera flash unit Follow the points below when positioning the camera flash and subject Photograph in dark locations indoors Place the off camera flash within the gray area in the following diagram Distance between flash and subject Distance between camera and subject see Table 2 see Table 1 Do not place the flash directly behind the subject Place the camera and flash unit within a 1 m to 5 m radius of the subject Distance camera HVL F43AM subject Distance Distance HVL F43AM subject camera subject Table 2 Table 1 Other than HSS HSS Shutter speed All shutter speeds Sync speed or slower 1 250 1 500sec 1 1000 sec 1 2000 sec Aperture 2 8 14 5 1 5 1 3 1 24 1 15 1 11 4 1 5 1 5 1 24 1 15 1 11
17. time until power save mode 30 seconds 3 minutes 30 minutes PS 0 5 changes to power save mode after 30 seconds PS 3 changes to power save mode after 3 minutes PS 30 changes to power save mode after 30 minutes PS disables power save mode C07 To change the time until power save mode when using a wireless flash 60 minutes PS 60 changes to power save mode after 60 minutes PS disables power save mode Continued on the next page 67 suoneJedo peoueApy C08 To change the flash range unit 0 3 changes the power level by 0 3 EV 0 5 changes the power level by 0 5 EV 68 Power level indication According to the power level interval you set the power level changes as follows When set to 0 3 V button 1 1 1 1 0 3 1 1 0 7 1 2 1 2 0 3 1 64 0 3 1 64 0 7 1 128 A button 1 1 1 2 0 7 1 2 0 3 1 2 1 4 4 0 7 1 128 0 7 1 128 0 3 1 128 When set to 0 5 V button 1 1 1 1 0 5 1 2 1 2 0 5 1 64 1 64 0 5 1 128 A button 1 1 1 2 0 5 1 2 1 4 0 5 1 64 1 128 0 5 1 128 Sometimes the power level indication differs depending on whether the A button or V button is used even if the power level is the same Example 1 1 0 7 is the same as 1 2 0 3 1 1 0 5 is the same as 1 2 0 5 69 suoneJedo peoueApy Notes on use While shooti
18. 1 suoneJedo peoueApy Multiple flash MULTI The flash is triggered a number of times while the shutter is open multiple flash Multiple flash allows motion of the subject to be captured in a photograph for later analysis The camera must be set to the M mode for multiple flash photography In modes other than the M mode of the camera the proper exposure may not be obtained The custom settings of this unit enable multiple flash photography in modes other than the M mode of your camera page 63 1 Press the TTL M button to display on the LCD panel 42 2 Press the Fn button to make Hz blink and then press the A or V button to select the flash frequency The figures show the number of flashes per second The flash frequency may be selected from the following 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Keep the A or V button pressed down to repeatedly change the value 3 Press the Fn button to make TIMES blink and then press the A or V button to select the number of flashes The number of flashes may be selected from the following 100 90 80 70 60 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 Keep the A or V button pressed down to repeatedly change the value When is selected flashes continue at the set frequency while the shutter is open Continued on the next page 43 suoneJedo peoueApy 4 Press the Fn button
19. 2 4 8 16 The flash unit cannot flash when the lighting ratio is set to 4 Press the lt or gt button to select the lighting ratio of the controller and off camera flash units RMT RMT2 and then press the Fn button Set the power level ratio to on the flash unit when there is an off camera flash RMT RMT2 you don t want to fire when you use the flash unit with the controller after setting the flash unit to CTRL 1 5 Press the TTL M button to display When is selected manual setting flash is used with the lighting ratio control Off camera flash setting Set the wireless flash while the flash unit is attached to the camera and then remove it from the camera For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the external flash When the HVL F43AM is used as the off camera flash see page 53 Attach the controller to the camera and turn on the power of the camera controller and off camera flash Set up the camera with the controller and the off camera flash See page 48 for details Make sure that the controller and the flash unit are fully charged When the flash unit is fully charged in the wireless flash mode the AF illuminator on the front blinks and the TEST button is lit in amber Use test flash to check the flash The test flash method differs depending on the camera used For details refer the operating instructions of your camera If the test
20. S ONY 4 278 307 11 2 F l a S h Preparations Basics Operating Instructions Advanced Operations Additional Information Auto lock Accessory Shoe HVL F43AM Before operating the product please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference To reduce fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short circuit when disposing of batteries and follow local regulations for battery disposal Keep batteries or things that could be swallowed away from young children Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the product is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed the product emits a strange smell heat or smoke Do not disassemble Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your photographic equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Read and understand all instructions before using Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Do not leave appliance unattended while in use Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts 2 Do not operate appliance with a damaged co
21. according to the mode 1 Select A S or M mode on the camera 2 Press the MODE button to display 5 Fill flash is selected zoom O QUO Q 3 Set the aperture and or shutter speed according to the mode you select and then focus the subject See the table below MODE Recording mode of the camera Settings A Aperture priority flash Set the aperture photography Reduce the aperture i e increase the f stop to reduce the flash range or open the aperture i e reduce the f stop to increase the flash range The shutter speed is set automatically S Shutter speed priority flash Set the shutter speed photography Continued on the next page 25 soiseg Recording mode of the camera Settings M Manual exposure mode flash Set the aperture and shutter speed photography Reduce the aperture i e increase the f stop to reduce the flash range or open the aperture i e reduce the f stop to increase the flash range 4 Press the shutter button when charging is complete TTL flash Manual flash provides a fixed flash intensity irrespective of the brightness of the subject and the camera setting TTL flash measures the light from the subject that is reflected through the lens TTL metering also has a P TTL metering function which adds a pre flash to TTL metering and an ADI metering function which adds distance data to the P TTL meter
22. age to cover a range of focal lengths from 24 mm to 105 mm when photographing auto zoom Normally you do not need to switch the flash coverage manually The auto zoom is working when A ZOOM is displayed on the LCD panel The zoom is not displayed on the LCD panel when A ZOOM is displayed 24 mm focal length 105 mm focal length When a lens having a focal length of less than 24 mm is used with auto zoom WIDE on the LCD panel blinks Use of the built in wide panel page 30 is recommended in this case to prevent darkening at the periphery of the image Auto zoom control optimized for image sensor size This unit provides optimal flash coverage according to the image sensor size APS C format 35mm format of the camera except the DSLR A100 28 Manual zoom You can manually set the flash coverage regardless of the focal length of the lens in use manual zoom Press the ZOOM button to select the flash coverage to be set The zoom coverage is changed in the following order 105 mm 70 mm 50 mm 35 mm 28 mm 24 mm A ZOOM 105 mm When zoom is set manually M ZOOM is displayed above zoom coverage If the flash coverage is set to less than the focal length of the lens in use the periphery of the screen darkens The flash coverage of the manual zoom on the LCD panel is the angle of view the 35mm format focal length of Flash coverage amp focal length The larger th
23. blinking or the flash can no longer be used while taking pictures change or recharge the batteries The flash frequency and number of flashes provided by new batteries may vary from the values shown in the table depending on the time elapsed since manufacture of the batteries 70 Remove the batteries only after turning the power off and waiting several minutes when changing the batteries The batteries may be hot depending on the battery type Remove them carefully Remove and store the batteries when you do not intend to use the camera for a long time Temperature The flash unit may be used over a temperature range of 0 C to 40 C Do not expose the flash unit to extremely high temperatures e g in direct sunlight inside a vehicle or high humidity To prevent condensation forming on the flash place it in a sealed plastic bag when bringing it from a cold environment into a warm environment Allow it to reach room temperature before removing it from the bag Battery capacity decreases at colder temperatures Keep your camera and spare batteries in a warm inside pocket when shooting in cold weather The low battery indicator may blink even when there is some power left in the batteries in cold weather Batteries will regain some of their capacity when warmed to normal operating temperature 71 jeuonippy Maintenance Remove this unit from the camera Clean the flash with a dry soft cloth
24. e focal length figure of the lens on a camera the further away a subject can be photographed to take up the full screen but the area that can be covered becomes smaller Conversely with a smaller focal length figure subjects can be photographed with wider coverage The flash coverage is the area that the light from the flash at a set intensity or greater can cover evenly expressed as an angle The flash coverage at which you can photograph is determined by the focal length By having flash coverage determined in accordance with focal length flash coverage can be expressed as the figure for focal length Continued on the next page 29 suoneJedo peoueApy Built in wide panel 15 mm zoom angle Pulling out the built in wide panel extends flash coverage to include focal lengths from 15 mm to less than 24 mm Pull out the wide panel and set it at the front of flash tube and then push back the bounce sheet WIDE is displayed on the LCD panel When putting the wide panel back push it back in completely and confirm that WIDE on the LCD display turns off Do not pull out the wide panel forcibly This may damage the wide panel When photographing a flat subject from in front at a focal length of less than 18 mm the periphery of the screen may darken slightly because of the difference in intensity of the light that reaches the center and periphery of the screen Whenusing a wide angle lens with a focal length belo
25. e power off Set the power switch to OFF Fe e C 16 Power save mode If the flash unit is not operated for 3 minutes when used by itself or connected to a camera that is in power save mode it switches to power save mode to save the batteries and the LCD display goes out During wireless flash photography pages 51 57 the flash unit changes to power save mode after 60 minutes You can change the time until power save or disable power save page 67 The flash unit automatically changes to power save mode when the power switch of the camera is set to OFF Except the DSLR A100 When the camera is in power save mode for example when the LCD monitor automatically turns off the camera does not communicate with the flash unit In this state flash mode and TTL M mode switching automatic zoom wide panel display and flash range display are not linked with your camera Checking Batteries The d 4 indicator on the data panel blinks when the batteries are low 4 blinking Changing the batteries is recommended The flash unit can still be used when the TEST button lights up in amber Only d 4 blinking Flash cannot be used Insert new batteries Continued on the next page 17 suomnejedoJdg 15 indicator When the temperature of this unit rises after continuous flash use or use in a high temperature environment its internal safety circuit automatically suspends operation overheating The
26. ential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Table of Contents je ERE Name of parts Preparations Inserting batteries h oe er pd re ar ate tenens 13 Attachment and removal of the flash unit sess 14 Tumming on tle DOWEI pe taste 16 Changing the flash mode ert teen hn nna tnt 19 Basics Program auto flash The basics eee 21 Using flash in each recording mode of the camera 25 Advanced Operations ede ope tabo Gee periere dede ga 27 Zoom flash coverage 1 28 Bounce flash netten tee 31 Close up photograp
27. era flash which can be set to RMT2 When using a DSLR A900 or DSLR A850 camera you can use an HVL F56AM and HVL F36AM as off camera flashes Set the controller mode of this unit to CTRL2 CTRL on the LCD display In this mode the HVL F56AM and or HVL F36AM are in the RMT group and you can control the lighting ratio of up to 2 groups using a HVL F43AM or HVL F58AM as a controller For details on setting the controller mode see C03 in Custom settings page 66 The whole power level ratio is displayed using the flash range multiple flash frequency flash ratio display on the LCD panel for the wireless flash photography with the lighting ratio control e g When a display is 4 2 1 the flash of each group fires with power level of 4 7 2 7 and 1 7 of the whole suoneJedo peoueApy Continued on the next page 57 1 58 5 CTRL RMTRMT2 WL RATIO 4 CH1 CTRL vie Y Set the camera flash controller and flash off camera flash to wireless flash Camera Setting Set the camera to wireless flash For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camera Controller Setting 1 Press the MODE button repeatedly to display WL and then press the Fn button 2 Press the lt or gt button to make CTRL and RATIO blink and then press the Fn button 3 Press the A or V button to select the lighting ratio The lighting ratio may be set to the following 1
28. graphy downward bounce Tilt the flash slightly downwards when photographing objects between 0 7 m and 1 0 m from the camera to ensure accurate illumination Rotate the flash downwards with holding the camera firmly The rotation angle is 8 e appears on the LCD panel When photographing at a distance closer than 0 7 m the flash will not be able to completely cover the subject and the bottom of the picture will be darker Use an off camera flash Macro Twin Flash or Ring Light The downward bounce can be used only when the bounce angle is set to 0 or 90 sideways The lenses with long length may obstruct the flash light 36 Manual flash M Normal TTL flash metering automatically adjusts the flash intensity to provide the proper exposure for the subject Manual flash provides a fixed flash intensity irrespective of the brightness of the subject and the camera setting As manual flash is not affected by the reflectivity of the subject it is convenient for use with subjects with extremely high or low reflectivity Manual flash can only be used when the camera is set to M Manual mode In other modes TTL measuring is selected automatically You can change the custom settings of this unit to enable manual flash photography in modes other than M mode of your camera page 63 4 AUTO HSS 4 D LEVEL M 200 AA un Li imm TTL flash metering Manual flash metering
29. household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of E electrical and electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo 108 0075 Japan The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH Hedelfinger Strasse 61 70327 Stuttgart Germany For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents For the customers in the U S A CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resid
30. hy downward bounce 36 Manual flash M High speed sync HSS Multiple flash MULT eterno et trn net teer ecd 42 Wireless flash mode WL 2247 AF illuminator eedem decere 61 Reset to the default settings essen 62 63 Additional Information INOtES O91 USE eee ended 70 ten ane ce ict oa anc Eae E E 72 SPECI Cations erect eene ee teet ege een EY eeu 73 Before use Use this unit in combination with a Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera that has an Auto lock Accessory Shoe or a Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Video Camera Recorder that has an Auto lock Accessory Shoe Some functions cannot be used with some model cameras See the operating instructions of this unit and refer to the operating instructions of your camera Although this flash unit is designed with dustproofness and splash proofness in mind it may not keep dust or splashes completely out Do not place this flash unit in the following locations Regardless of whether this flash unit is in use or in storage do not place it in any of the following locations Doing so may lead to a malfunction Placing this flash unit in locations subject to direct sunlight such as on dashboards or near a heater may cause this unit to deform or malfunction Locations with excessive vibration Locations with strong electromagnetism
31. ing This flash unit defines all P TTL and ADI metering as TTL flash and is displayed on the LCD panel TTL through the lens ADI metering is possible in combination with a lens with a built in distance encoder Before using the ADI metering function check whether your lens has a built in distance encoder by referring to the specifications in the operating instructions supplied with your lens 26 Test flash You can try a test flash before shooting Check the light level using the test flash when you use a flash meter etc in the manual flash M mode Press the TEST button when the TEST button lights up in amber The TEST button is turned on as follows according to the current state of the flash unit Amber Flash ready Green Proper exposure The light level of the test flash depends on the light level setting page 37 The flash unit fires with a light level of 1 1 in TTL mode Youcan check shadows on the subject before taking photos with the test flash modeling flash function The flash unit has two modeling flash modes three times flashes mode and modeling flash mode in which the flash unit fires repeatedly for four seconds For details on setting the test flash mode see C05 To change the test flash mode page 67 in Custom settings 27 suoneJedo peoueApy Zoom flash coverage Auto zoom This flash unit automatically switches optimum flash coverage zoom flash cover
32. ings Page Flash on off On 4 or amp Auto 19 Flash coverage zoom Auto zoom 105 mm 28 Flash mode TTL M MULTI TTL 37 42 Wireless flash WL RMT 47 Lighting ratio lu 57 Power level in TTL M LEVEL 1 1 37 42 Power level in multiple flash LEVEL 1 32 42 Frequency in multiple flash Hz 5 42 Repetition in multiple flash TIMES 10 42 Custom settings page 63 is not reset 62 Custom settings The various flash settings may be changed as nece ssary The following 9 items may be changed Default settings are underlined COI HSS setting on off e C02 Wireless channel setting channels 1 to 4 C03 Wireless controller mode setting 1 2 C04 Recording mode in which manual flash or multiple flash may be set mode only all modes C05 Test flash setting once 3 times 4 seconds C06 Time to power save 30 seconds 3 minutes 30 minutes none C07 Time to power save when using wireless flash 60 minutes none e C08 Flash range units meters feet C09 Switch power level interval 0 3 0 5 Performing the custom The custom settings are changed as follows settings 1 Press the Fn button for more than three seconds while the power switch is set to ON The first item C01 HSS setting is display ed Continued on the next page 63 suoneJedo peoueApy 2 Select the setting item to be changed by pressing lt or gt MODE TTL M CY 3 Change the setting by p
33. m to 28 m 0 7 m to 28 m for downward bounce see page 36 When the distance is beyond this range 4 b is lit on either side of the Flash range Proper exposure is obtained at less than 1 0 m HH m If the flash range is less than 1 0 m the lower area of the image on the LCD monitor of the camera may become dark Change the flash range to adjust the aperture and ISO sensitivity iy a Proper exposure is obtained from 1 0 m to 28 m or UP more The flash ranges when using upward bounce flash or wireless flash are not shown When you take a photo closer than the lower limit of the flash range the photo may be over exposed even if the TEST button blinks green or the lower area of the image on the LCD monitor of the camera may darken Always take a photo within the indicated flash range Continued on the next page 23 soiseg Auto WB Adjustment with Color Temperature Info White balance is automatically adjusted by your camera except the DSLR A100 based on color temperature information when the flash unit fires Auto WB Adjustment functions when you attach the flash unit to your camera and use TTL flash mode on the flash unit This function does not work during manual flash photography page 37 24 Using flash in each recording mode of the camera If the camera is set to aperture priority A mode shutter speed priority S mode or manual exposure mode M mode TTL flash photography can be performed
34. ng This flash unit generates strong light so it should not be used directly in front of the eyes Do not use the flash 20 times in a row or in quick succession in order to prevent heating and degradation of the camera and flash unit when the power level is 1 32 40 times in a row Stop using the flash unit and cool it for 10 minutes or more if the flash is triggered up to the limit for the number of times in quick succession Do not use the flash near people when rotating the flashtube during bounce photography The flash light may damage the eyes or the hot flashtube may cause a burn When rotating the flashtube be careful not to catch your fingers in the rotating part You may be injured This flash unit is not waterproof Be careful not to bring it into contact with water or sand when using it at the seashore for example Contact with water sand dust or salt may result in a malfunction When closing the battery chamber door press it firmly in while sliding it fully across Be careful not to injure yourself by catching your finger in the battery chamber door when closing it Batteries The battery level displayed on the LCD panel may be lower than the actual battery capacity due to temperature and storage conditions The displayed battery level is restored to the correct value after the flash has been used a few times Nickel metal hydride batteries can lose power suddenly If the low battery indicator starts
35. o take the photo 52 Setting wireless flash by flash only Once you have performed the wireless flash setup in step A if you continue to use the same camera and flash combination without changing the wireless channel then you can also set the flash and camera separately to wireless Camera setting Set the camera to the wireless flash mode For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camera Flash setting 1 Press the TTL M button to display or UNTA When selecting the flash unit fires with the power level to be set 2 Press the MODE button repeatedly to display WL and then press the Fn button 3 Press the lt or gt button to make RMT or RMT2 blink and then press the Fn button Make sure that the wireless channel of the off camera flash is set to the same channel as the controller For details on setting the wireless channel see Custom settings page 63 Continued on the next page 53 suoneJedo peoueApy B Wireless flash photography using the HVL F43AM as the controller When using the DSLR A900 DSLR A850 or DSLR A700 you can perform wireless flash photography by using more than 2 flash units one as a controller and the other as an off camera flash unit Use the HVL F43AM as the controller HVL F43AM Eo Off camera flash If you use an HVL F56AM or HVL F36AM as an off camera flash when using a DSLR A900 or DSLR A850 camera set the wireless controller mode of
36. ons distance from camera to reflective surface flash range focal length of lens P T LL go Incorrect When the flash is bounced upwards Determine the angle in relation to the following table Focal length of lens Bounce angle 70 mm minimum 30 45 28 mm 70 mm 60 28 mm maximum 75 90 Using the bounce sheet The bounce sheet creates a highlight in the subject s eyes and makes the subject look more vibrant The bounce sheet is pulled out when the wide panel is pulled out Push back the wide panel Continued on the next page 33 suoneJedo peoueApy When using the bounce sheet set the bounce angle to 90 upwards Quick shift bounce When shooting in the portrait position you can set the same bounce flash as that used when shooting in the landscape position and also use the control panel at proper direction 90 sideways bounce When the bounce angle is set to 90 sideways and 0 upwards while shooting in the portrait position the top and bottom of the photo may darken In this case use the built in wide panel or set the bounce angle to 0 sideways 34 2 blinks on the LCD panel When the zoom flash coverage is set to A ZOOM while using 90 sideways bounce the coverage is adjusted automatically to the wide angle In this case the flash range is shorter than that for 0 sideways bounce 35 suoneJedo peoueApy Close up photo
37. ra If the test flash does not work change the position of the camera flash and subject or point the wireless control signal receiver towards the camera Moreover make sure that wireless channel of the off camera flash is set to the same channel as the controller Continued on the next page 55 suoneJedo peoueApy 6 Check again that the controller and the flash unit are fully charged and press the shutter button to take the photo Even if RATIO is set to OFF the controller flashes to transmit a signal 56 C Multiple wireless flash photography with lighting ratio control When using the DSLR A900 DSLR A850 or DSLR A700 you can perform wireless flash photography while controlling the lighting ratio between a maximum of 3 groups including the controller and two groups of off camera flash units Controller HVL F43AM this unit Off camera flashes HVL F58AM HVL F43AM this unit HVL F42AM These flash units can be set in 2 groups RMT and RMT2 HVL F43AM Controller Off camera flash Off camera flash RMT2 RMT Any combination of HVL F58AM HVL F43AM and HVL F42AM can be used in the RMT group HVL F58AM or HVL F43AM set to CTRL1 CTRL on the LCD display can be used in the RMT2 group HVL F42AM being used as an off camera flash is recognized as the RMT group When using HVL F42AM as an off camera flash in 3 group wireless flash photography use HVL F58AM or HVL F43AM as the other off cam
38. rd or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged until it has been examined by a qualified serviceman Let appliance cool completely before putting away Loop cord loosely around appliance when storing To reduce the risk of electric shock do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquids To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this appliance but take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair work is required Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is used subsequently The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual Do not install the batteries with the polarity reversed Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures Do not attempt to recharge except for rechargeable batteries short or disassemble Do not mix batteries of different types brands or ages SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not touch the flashtube during operation it may become hot when the flash fires For customers in Europe Disposal of Old Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as
39. ressing A or V and then press the Fn button 64 Custom setting is finished and the LCD display returns to recording mode When a setting other than the default setting is selected in C03 C04 C06 or C07 remains on the LCD panel The selected settings are maintained even if the flash unit is switched off or the battery is removed Changing the custom settings C01 To set the high speed sync This flash unit is set to high speed sync automatically when the shutter speed is set faster than flash sync speed Flash sync speed may differ depending on the camera For further details of flash sync speed refer to operating instructions supplied with your camera Taking photos in bright locations is recommended High speed sync cannot be used with bounce flash Using a flash meter or color meter with high speed sync is not recommended because it interferes with achieving the proper exposure and color The flash range becomes shorter than that of normal flash photography when the high speed sync is used Make sure that the subject is in the flash range Youcan also use the high speed sync with when using wireless flash photography Ifyou select OFF high speed sync is cancelled When high speed sync is cancelled the shutter speed cannot be set faster than the sync speed C02 To change the channel setting of the wireless flash channel 1 channel 2 channel 3 channel 4 Attach the flash unit to the camera and press the
40. the flash range to adjust the aperture and ISO sensitivity gom EN 10 m Proper exposure is obtained at more than 28 m 1 e In manual flash photography if the power level is set at 1 1 then the flash will go off at full power The power level range e g 1 1 1 2 corresponds to the aperture range e g F4 5 6 The flash range check indication of the TEST button blinks in green does not work after a photo is taken with the manual flash 40 High speed sync HSS High speed sync Normal flash High speed sync eliminates the restrictions of flash sync speed and enables the flash to be used through the entire shutter speed range of the camera The increased selectable aperture range allows flash photography with a wide aperture leaving the background out of focus and accentuating the front subject Even when photographing at a wide f stop in the A mode or M mode of the camera when the background is very bright and the shot will normally be over exposed you can adjust the exposure by using the high speed shutter For details on turning the HSS setting off see Custom settings page 63 Flash Sync Speed Flash photography is generally associated with a maximum shutter speed referred to as the flash sync speed This restriction does not apply to cameras designed for high speed sync HSS photography since they allow flash photography at the maximum shutter speed of the camera 4
41. to make the power level indicator blink and then press the A or V button to select the power level to be set The power level can be set to the following 1 8 1 16 1 32 1 64 1 128 You can change the power level interval so that the power can be set to up to 13 levels See C09 To Change the power level interval on page 68 for details 44 5 Press the Fn button to finish the setting 6 Set the shutter speed and aperture The shutter speed should at least equal the number of flashes TIME divided by the flash frequency Hz For example if the number of flashes is 10 and the flash frequency is 5 set the shutter speed of your camera to 2 seconds or more 7 When the flash is fully charged press the shutter button to take the photo The distance at which the proper exposure is obtained with a single flash is displayed on the LCD panel To prevent shaking the use of a tripod is recommended during multiple flash photography Test flash will fire at the selected frequency number level while the TEST button is being pressed if TESTI is selected in the custom setting When TEST3 or TESTM is selected the flash three times or the four second modeling flash has priority Continued on the next page 45 suoneJedo peoueApy Maximum number of continuous flashes The maximum number of continuous flashes during multiple flash photography is limited by the charge in the battery Use the following values
42. to wireless the flash is also set to wireless automatically and WL is displayed on the LCD panel The flash channel information is transmitted to the camera The light level can be changed even for the wireless flash mode For details see page 68 3 Remove the flash unit from the camera and raise the built in flash Make sure that the wireless remote mode display on the LCD panel of the flash unit is RMT or RMT2 4 Setup the camera and flash unit Setup the camera and flash unit in a dark location such as indoors See page 48 for details Continued on the next page 51 suoneJedo peoueApy 5 Make sure that the built in flash and flash unit are fully charged The built in flash full charge indication varies depending on the camera For details refer to the operating instructions of the camera When the flash unit is fully charged in the wireless flash mode the AF illuminator on the front blinks and the TEST button is lit in amber 1 6 Use test flash to check the flash During wireless flash photography the test flash method differs depending on the camera used For details refer to the operation instructions of your camera If the test flash does not work change the position of the camera flash and subject or point the wireless control signal receiver towards the camera 7 Check again that the built in flash and the flash unit are fully charged and press the shutter button t
43. w 15 mm the periphery of the screen may darken The focal length corresponds to the equivalent 35mm format focal length This flash unit does not support the angle of view of a 16 mm F2 8 Fisheye lens Push back the wide panel and the bounce sheet into the inside of the flash head when this flash unit is stored in the supplied case 30 Bounce flash Using the flash unit with a wall directly behind the subject produces strong shadows on the wall By directing the flash unit at the ceiling you can illuminate the subject with reflected light reducing the intensity of the shadows and producing a softer light on the screen Bounce flash Normal flash Continued on the next page 31 suoneJedo peoueApy Rotate the flash unit upwards or to the left and right while holding the camera firmly 4 AUTO HSS A ZOOM When the flash is rotated upwards the flash range is not displayed on the LCD panel High speed sync page 41 is also cleared When the flash is rotated upwards the bounce indicator does not appear Usea white ceiling or wall to reflect the flash A colored surface may color the light High ceilings or glass are not recommended 32 Adjusting bounce angle Simultaneously using direct light and bounced light from the flash unit produces uneven lighting Adjust to the best bounce angle while performing a test flash in actual shooting conditions Examples of shooting conditi
44. with a 50 mm lens attached to DSLR A700 Central area 0 5 m to 6 m Peripheral areas 0 5 m to 3 m Flash control using pre flash TTL direct metering 75 mm x 129 mm x 87 mm 3 in x 5 1 8 in x 3 1 2 in w h d 340 g 12 oz excluding the batteries DC6V Four LR6 AA size alkaline batteries Four AA size rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries Flash unit 1 Mini stand 1 Case 1 Set of printed documentation Functions in these operating instructions depend on testing conditions at our firm Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Trademark is a trademark of Sony Corporation 75 jeuonippy eum 4278307110 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in China
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