Canon MR-14EX Bedienungsanleitung

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Installing BatteriesMacro Ring Lite MR-14EX requires one of the foiiowing two types of batteries:(1) Four size-AA alkaline batteries(2) Four size-AA

Installing Batteriesi' Use four new batteries of the same type. When replacing batteries, repiace ali four batteries at one time.' Size-AA l

External Power SourcesMacro Ring Lite MR-14EX can use either of the following two external power packs. For details on the power pack, refer to the In

Attaching the Control Unit to the Camera1Loosen the locking collar by turning it as shown by the arrow.Slip the Control Unit’s mounting foot into the

Attaching the Flash RingThe Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX can be attached directly to the following lenses: EF 50mm f/2.5 COMPACT MACRO, EF 100mm f/2.8 MACR

Main SwitchThe main switch has three settings as shown below.off^on^seOFF-vON^SEgrimOFF-vONrSETurns off the power.Turns on the power.Turns on the p

Pilot Lamp and Test FiringThis tests whether the Macro Ring Lite can fire a flash.Check the Pilot lamp.• When the flash is ready, the Pilot lamp will

Flash RangeThis is a general guide to the MR-14EX’s effective flash range.With EF 50mm f/2.5 COMPACT MACROAperture i 32 - 22 - 16 11 8 - 5.6 42.82.5IS

Flash RangeWith EF 180mm f/3.5L MACRO USMrC\J^22- UJ ^0 HiC - 16-Q 031 I.-l 1Ls.e-3.5-AperturetISO »400 » 100Distance from filmi— plane (m) -*• 2

Flash ModePress the <MODE> button to select the E-TTL (or TTL) autoflash mode or manual flash mode.ETTLPress the <MODE> button.► Pressing

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The Canon Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX/Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX are flash units for closeup photography.

Focusing LampIn low-light or when the viewfinder image gets darker at high magnifications, it becomes difficult to achieve correct focus. In such case

When the MR-14EX is mounted on a Type-A camera such as the EOS-1 V, taking fiash pictures with E-TTL autofiash is just as easy as normai autoexposure

Using Flash with the Camera’s Shooting ModesFor E-TTL autoflash shots, just set the camera’s shooting mode to P (Program AE), Av (aperture-priority AE

Using Flash with the Camera’s Shooting ModesAv: Aperture-Priority AE and E-TTL AutofiashThis mode is effective for controlling the depth of field in y

Using Flash with the Camera’s Shooting ModesM: Manual Exposure and E-TTL AutoflashIn this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture. The E-TTL

The MR-14EX’s advanced features are explained in this chapter. They are as follows:• Selecting the Flash Tube (^p.26) •Modeling Flash (->p.29)• FE

if) deselecting the Flash TubeBy firing only one of the flash tubes or by setting a flash ratio for flash tubes A and B, you can create shadows and sc

Selecting the Flash TubeFiring Both Flash TubesPress the <RATIO> button and select a : b .► Each time you press the button, the selection will

Selecting the Flash TubeFiring Only One Flash TubeFollow the same procedure as for “Firing Both Flash Tubes” except for step 2. For step 2, follow the

Modeling FlashFiring a modeling flash enables you to check the lighting and shadow effects before you take the picture.* The modeling flash is fired a

About Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX InstructionsThe only difference between Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX is the flash tube/heads and

FE LockWith Type-A cameras, you can set FE (flash exposure) lock. This is the flash version of AE lock. With FE lock, you use spot metering to obtain

FE LockTake the picture• In the viewfinder, check the flash exposure level indicator and check that the J icon is displayed.The flash exposure was loc

^ Flash Exposure CompensationWith the MR-14EX, you can set the flash exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (or 1/2-stop incremen

Flash Exposure Compensation4Focus the subject.► When you press the shutter button halfway, the flash exposure compensation amount will be displayed on

%FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing)You can change the flash exposure level automatically while keeping the background exposure level the same. Three flas

FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing)ETTLFb - I §--C.Fn MODE +§4Press the <sel/set> button.► The MR-14EX’s LCD panel display will be as shown on the

09 High-Speed Sync (FP Flash)With high-speed sync (FP flash), the MR-14EX can synchronize with the camera at all shutter speeds even those faster than

High-Speed Sync (FP Flash)Lu in n n J O tuuu L.U□Focus and take the picture.• Check that the Vh icon is displayed in the viewfinder before taking the

M Manual Flash ModeIn the manual flash mode, you can set the flash output from 1/1 (full) to 1/64 power in whole-stop increments. The flash tubes can

Manual Flash ModeFiring Both Flash Tubes at a Different OutputFor step 3 on the preceding page, following the procedure below to set a different flash

t Before You Start (Type-A Cameras,Type-B Cameras) ...9ContentsAbout Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX Instructions...3How to Use

Second-Curtain SynchronizationNormally, the flash fires in synchronization with the first shutter curtain when the shutter is fully open. With second-

This chapter explains the MR-14EX's built-in features for wireless flash photography with one or more additional Speedlites.• Setting Up a Wirele

Setting Up a Wireless Flash SystemBy using a Speedlite 550EX as a slave unit, you can set up a wireless flash system with the MR-14EX.Setting the MR-1

Setting Up a Wireless Flash SystemSetting the 550EX as a Slave UnitTo set the 550EX as a slave unit, refer to page 53 in the 550EX’s Instructions book

Setting Up a Wireless Flash SystemPress the master unit’s pilot lamp (test firing button) to fire a test flash.► The master unit and slave unit should

Using the Wireless Flash SystemUsing Slave C (w/EOS-1 D, 1V, 3, D30, ELAN 7/7E, or 30/33)You can fire flash tubes A and B and slave C at the same tim

Using the Wireless Flash SystemYou can also set a flash ratio for flash tubes A and B and set flash exposure compensation for slave C. After step 1 on

Using the Wireless Flash SystemFeatures Available with Wireless FlashThe following features can also be used in a wireless flash system: Wireless FE

Using the Wireless Flash SystemWireless Slave GroupsWhen C.Fn-5-1 Is set, you can use additional Speedlites and set their slave IDs to A, B, or C.(^p.

When the MR-14EX is mounted on a Type-B camera such as the EOS-1 N, taking flash pictures with TTL autoflash is just as easy as normal autoexposure (A

ContentsWireless Flash Photography (Type-A Cameras)...41Setting Up a Wireless Flash System...

Using Flash with the Camera’s Shooting ModesFor TTL autoflash shots, just set the camera’s shooting mode to P (Program AE), Av (aperture-priority AE),

Using Flash with the Camera’s Shooting ModesAv: Aperture-Priority AE and TTL AutofiashThis mode is effective for controlling the depth of field in you

Using Flash with the Camera’s Shooting ModesM: Manual Exposure and TTL AutoflashIn this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture. The TTL aut

The MR-14EX’s advanced features are explained in this chapter. They are as follows:•Selecting the Flash Tube (-^p.54)• Flash Exposure Compensation HP-

-'ID deselecting the Flash TubeBy firing only one of the flash tubes or both flash tubes, you can create shadows and sculptural lighting effects.

Selecting the Flash TubeFocus and take the picture.• Check that the J icon (flash ready) is displayed in the viewfinder before taking the picture.A fl

00Flash Exposure CompensationWith the MR-14EX, you can set the flash exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (or 1/2-stop incremen

Flash Exposure CompensationTake the picture.• Check that the 4 and icons are displayed in the viewfinder before taking the picture.Q • Flash exposure

%FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing)You can change the flash exposure level automatically while keeping the background exposure level the same. Three flas

FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing)Press the <sei7SET> button.► The MR-14EX’s LCD panel display will be as shown on the left5.5 i45Focus the subject

NomenclatureFlash Ring

M Manual Flash ModeIn the manual flash mode, you can set the flash output from 1/1 (full) to 1/64 power in whole-stop increments. The flash tubes can

Manual Flash ModeFiring Both Fiash Tubes at a Different OutputAfter Step 3 on the preceding page, following the steps below to set a different flash o

Second-Curtain SynchronizationNormally, the flash fires in synchronization with the first shutter curtain when the shutter is fully open. With second-

Wireless Manual FlashWith all Type-B cameras, you can also set up a wireless manual flash system.* To set up a wireless flash system, follow the same

QiCustom FunctionsCustom Functions enable you to customize the MR-14EX’s functions according to your preferences.Press the <C.Fn> button for atl

Custom FunctionsCustom Function SettingsFunctionCustom Function No.SettingNoDescriptionFEB cancellation after completionC.Fn-10Enabled1Disabled (FEB c

MR-14EX/MT-24EX SystemaiDii-@e-0—shCII]The accessories on the left enable wired, multi-Speedlite TTL autoflash.® TTL Hot Shoe Adapter 3 ® TTL Distribu

MR-14EX/MT-24EX System© Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX @ Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX @ Connecting Cord ET (included with Transistor Pack E)@ Transistor P

Troubleshooting GuideThe flash does not fire.The MR-14EX’s mounting foot is not securely mounted on the camera’s hot shoe.► Slide the mounting foot al

SpecificationsType...Closeup photography-dedicated, ring-type flash with two flash tubes,wireless transmission/rec

NomenclatureControl Unit< MODE > flash mode button--------• Loops in the following sequence:r—^ ETTL/TTL--------►M -------*<-<?•-> LCD

SpecificationsColor temperature...Approx. 5500 K (Equivalent to daylight)Focusing lamps...Coverage: 40 deg. vertical

SpecificationsGuide No. [Normal Flash](At ISO 100 in meters/feet)Flash Output1/1 1/21/41/81/161/321/64Guide No.14.0/46.210.0/337.0/23.15.0/16.53.5/11.

Feature Availability TableCameraCamera’s Max. Sync Speed (sec.)Autoflash Control Wireless Flash1/901/125 1/2001/250 1/500 E-TTLTTLE-TTLEOS 650 •X • XE

Feature Availability Table•: Available, x: Not available.Wireless FlashFP Flash FE LookFlash Exposure CompensationFEBFlash Ratio ControlModelingFlash2

In this chapter, the features specific only to the MT-24EX are explained.Any features not mentioned here are the same as the MR-14EX’s and they are ex

NomenclatureThe nomenclature of the control unit and LCD panel is the same as the MR-14EX’s control unit and LCD panel (see p. 7 and 8).Flash He

Attaching the Flash Heads ...The MT-24EX can be attached directly to the front of the following lenses: EF 50mm f/2.5 COMPACT MACRO, EF 100mm f/2.8

Attaching the Flash HeadsAttaching the MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x’s Dedicated HoodAttach the dedicated hood to the MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x’s fiiter screw mount

Attaching the Flash HeadsAttaching a FilterA 58nnm dia. filter (Optional) can be screwed on to the mount ring.O A filter cannot be attached to the mou

NomenclatureLCD PanelFlash exposure compensation----------(-3 to +3 stops)FEB amount (-3 to +3 stops)Manual flash output level (1/1 -1/64)Flash exposu

Flash Head MovementsTo suit the subject or shooting conditions, the flash heads can be tilted, swung, and rotated within the limits indicated below.Th

Flash Head MovementsFlash Head Tilt and Swing MovementsTo tilt or swing the flash head, just grasp it by hand and tilt and swing it as desired.When sw

Flash Head MovementsSetting the Flash Head AngleThe table below is a general guide to the flash head angle that should be set for the respective macro

Flash Distance RangeThe MT-24EX’s effective flash distance range greatly depends on the position and angle of the flash heads. For best results, point

Major SpecificationsThe following specifications are specific to the MT-24EX only. Other specifications are the same as the MR-14EX’s.Type...

Major SpecificationsGuide No. [Normal Flash] *(At ISO 100 in meters/feet)Flash Output1/1 1/21/41/81/161/321/64Guide No. w/twin heads24/78.717/55.812/3

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