Advanced Applications
1. Flash bounce card
The DF500 Electronic Flash includes a Flash bounce card which softens the
light of the flash and reduces the shadows.
2. Wide angle diffuser
The Wide angle diffuser can be used with the Flash bounce card for Macro
photography. This produces a softer light on objects within a closer range.
Troubleshooting
Electronic Flash power does not turn on
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– Check if the batteries are installed correctly. Reinstall the four batteries.
Electronic Flash will not install on camera correctly
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– Make sure the Flash's hot shoe foot has correct contact with the camera's
hot shoe bracket. Remount the Flash to verify its mount. The two hot shoe
areas may need to be wiped clean with a dry cloth.
Electronic Flash will not flash
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– Make sure the Flash's hot shoe foot has correct contact with the camera's
hot shoe bracket. Remount the Flash to verify it is mounted correctly.
– Check to see that the sensor is clear of dirt. The two hot shoe areas may
need to be wiped clean with a dry cloth.
Wireless sensor does not activate flash
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– Make sure the flash MODE button is set to S1 or S2 MODE.
– Check to see that the sensor is clear of dirt.
– Confirm nothing is blocking the wireless sensor. Remount the Flash to verify
it is mounted correctly with clear contact.
– Make sure there is no glare on the wireless sensor.
– Replace four batteries if necessary.
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