Nikon-AutSfoSjs„Spil(dligfiiINSTRUCTION MANUAL
BASIC OPERATIONInstalling Batteries“I, Slide down the battery ' chamber cover and lift it out.2, Load four 1.5V AA-type ' penlight alkaline-
Attaching Flash Unit to Camera Accessory ShoeTurn the mounting foot ‘ lock nut clockwise as far as it goes.Slide mounting foot ' forward into the
Programmed TTL Auto Flash Shooting (with Nikon F-501/N2020, F-401/N4004 or F-301/N2000)Steps 7 through 9 provide instructions for programmed TTL auto
With F-501/N2020 With F-301/N2000g Set camera to a programmed exposure mode (P DUAL, P or P HI for F-501/N2020; P or P HI for F-301/N2000).With the
Flash Shootingm 0.6 1 1.5 2ft 2 3 4 5 7POWER p ICE OFF^STBY^ONISO 100) 26(m)/82(ft)TTL mode is selected |Q_Set power switch to STBY (standby '
Make sure bounce angle is set at 0°If the flash head is tilted, the bounce set Indicator blinks. For bounce flash photograph, see page 41.11
^2.Lightly press shutter ‘release button and viewfinder ready-light comes on to indicate flash is ready to fire.For blinking ready- light warning
AUTOFOCUS FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY (with Nikon F-501/N2020 or F-401/N4004)-In programmed TTL autofocus flash photography, use film with a film speed
2_ Set aperture.With Nikon F-401/N4004, use camera’s aperture dial. Don't forget to lock lens at minimum position.For programmed TTL operati
For other flash operations, set as follows:Lens maximum apertureAperture settingLensonlyf/2.8 or fasterf/2.8 or larger f-number (f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, et
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3 Lightly press camera shutter release button.When ready-light comes on but ambient light is insufficient for autofocus operation, AF illumin
^ Confirm whether the green in-focus ' indicator LED iights up, then fuliy depress the shutter reiease button.If focus-not-possible indicator
SETTING CAMERA SHUTTER SPEEDSet camera's shutter speed, referring to the table below.As shown in the table, automatic sync speed setting i
DETERMINING APERTURE----------------------------------TTL Mode(for TTL Automatic Flash Exposure Control)TTL mode is for exclusive use with Niko
2. Align film speed in use 'with the fiim speed index.Note: Lines between the numbers on the film speed scale represent intermediate s
The shooting distance scaie changes when the wide-fiash adapter is used. For example, selecting f/4 lets you take pictures of subjects 0
Usable apertures/shooting distance range in TTL mode Unit: m (ft)ISO film speed Shooting distance range1000* 800* 400 200 100 50 25Normal With wide-fl
Exposure compensation in TTL modeWith a dark subject (with low reflectivity) or one that is light in tone (having high reflectivity), over- or under
A1 or A2 Mode (for Non-TTL Automatic Flash Exposure Control)Use the SB-22 on A1 or A2 mode for automatic operation with Nikon Cameras other
_ Align film speed in use with film speed ' index.Note: Lines between the numbers on the film speed scale represent intermediate setting
—FOREWORD—Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB-22. We hope the SB-22 will make photography a much bigger part of y
2,Select appropriate apertureThe aperture index windows show usable apertures. With the film speed index at ISO 100, for example, you
3,Set SB-22’s mode selector 'to A1 or A2 according to the selected aperture.^ Set your chosen aperture.' With Nikon F-401/N4004, use camera’
Shooting distance range in A1 or A2 modeRegardless of the film speed and the corresponding f/stop available at At or A2, the auto shooting rang
Exposure compensation in A1 or A2 modeWith a dark background (one with low reflectivity) or one that is light in tone (having high reflectivity), over
M Mode (for Manual Flash Exposure Control)In M mode, the SB-22 fires at its maximum light output regardless of the flash-to-subject distance
3, Choose aperture.Determine the shooting distance and follow the appropriate vertical line upward from the distance scale until it meets the r
Set your chosen aperture.With Nikon F-401/N4004, use camera's aperture dial.28
Next, turn on flash unit and take shot in the same manner shown in “BASiC OPERATiON," steps 10 to 14.
MD Mode (for Manual Flash Exposure Control with Motor Drive Operation)At the motor drive (MD) setting, the SB-22 is able to recycle fast en
3, Choose aperture.Determine the shooting distance and follow the appropriate vertical line upward from the distance scale until it me
For Nikon F-401/N4004 camera usersRead the following instructions carefully when using theSB-22 with F-401/N4004 camera.1. Nikon F-401/N4004 camera is
^ Set your chosen aperture.With Nikon F-401/N4004, use camera’s aperture dial.
Next, turn on flash unit and take shot in the same manner shown in “BASIC OPERATION,” steps 10 to 14.31
The maximum number of flashes for continuous shooting are listed below.BatteriesMaximum number of liashes*FramespersecondAA-type alkaline-mangan
Guide NumberIn M or MD mode, without referring to the aperture se- lection/shooting distance range panel, you can determine the f/stop by using
SETTING POWER SWITCHSTBY (STANDBY) PositionUse to conserve energy and shorten recycling time.With Nikon F-501/N2020, F-401/N4004, F-301/ N2000, FA, FE
With other cameras:Though the ON position is normally recommended for turning on the flash unit, STBY can also be used.With other Nikon cameras, even
READY-LIGHT INDICATIONSF3-seriesWhen the flash unit is turned on, the SB-22's ready-light lights up to indicate the flash is ready to fire.To ac
With alkaline-manganese batteries, if the ready-l takes more than 30 sec. to light up, replace the teries with a fresh set.
Ready-Light Warning FunctionsTo prevent errors, the ready-light inside the camera’s viewfinder blinks in the cases listed below. When blinking
4) When shutter speed set on the FE or FM2 is faster than the flash sync speed. Set the shutter speed to the flash sync speed or slower one.5) With th
NOMENCLATUREBounce angle indicatorsFor bounce flash shooting, see page 41.Battery cover indicesBattery chamber coverMounting foot
USING WIDE-FLASH ADAPTERThe angle of illumination of the SB-22 covers the picture angle of a 35 mm lens. When the wide-flash adapter stored
SYNCHRO-SUNLIGHT FILL-IN FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY-For backlit subjects, to till in shadows and balance lighting, use the SB-22 even in daytime.in the foiiowi
1. Set the camera shutter speed manually to a flash synchronization speed or slower speed.2. Frame the background in the camera viewfi
1. Determine correct aperture for the backlit subject (according to method on page 23) by referring to the SB-22’s aperture selection/distanc
1. Manually set the camera shutter speed to a flash synchronization speed or slower speed.2. Frame the background In the camera’s viewfi
To eliminate harsh shadows caused by ambient daylight, decrease flash illumination by one or two f/stops using one of the methods below,1. Use an aper
DIFFUSING THE LIGHT-fi'i*• V-li;AV,*' 'j40
Diffused light eiiminates harsh shadows and creates attractive portraits. There are two ways to diffuse iight;1. Bounce iight off a broad reflec
60° or moreBounce Flash Photography Procedure1. Select a ceiling to bounce the flash from. In color photography, select a white or silver ce
4. Choose an aperture and perform a test firing. If the ready-light blinks after test firing, indicating underexposure may occur at the aperture set
Flash headAutofocus assist illuminator LEDSee pages 13 to 15.Light sensor for non-TTL auto flash operationExternal power source terminalAccepts power
Using A DiffuserPlace a translucent material, such as one or more sheets of tracing paper, between the flash and subject to diffuse light. It
MULTIPLE FLASH EXPOSURESTo create multiple-exposure "stroboscopic" effects or paint the scene with light, use the following procedure:1
MULTIPLE FLASH PHOTOGRAPHYTTL Multiple Flash PhotographyUse the Nikon Speedlight SB-22, SB-20, SB-18, SB-16B or SB-15 connected to an F-501/N2020, F-4
SC-17 when using these flash uhits as a master flash unit. To use the SB-22, SB-20, SB-18 and/or SB-15 as slave flash units, use the AS-10. When
System chart for TTL multiple flash operation44
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SPEEDLK3HT SB-22Manual Multiple Flash PhotographyConnect the SB-22 and other flash units with the optional Nikon Sync Cord SC-11 or SC-1
AVOIDING “RED EYE’^"Red eye” is a common phenomenon in flash photography where the center portions of a subject's eyes appear as
CLOSE-UP FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IN TTL MODEWhen used with the Nikon F-501/N2020, F-401/N4004, F-301/N2000, FA, FE2 or FG cameras, the optional TTL Remote
Wide-flash adapter lock buttonSync/multiple flash terminalFor (1) off-camera operation with a sync cord and (2) multiple flash photography in manual f
TIPS ON SPEEDLIGHT CARE>To remove smudges, wipe with a dry soft or silicon-treated cloth. Never use thinner, benzine or alcohol—they might
•Keep the SB-22 away from salt water and out ot the rain.• When not using the SB-22, remove batteries to avoid damage due to battery leakag
ABOUT BATTERIES--------------------------New batteriesPurchase the new (freshest) batteries possible.TemperatureBattery life ratings are based on
NiCd batteriesIn comparison with regular batteries, NiCd batteries provide faster recycling time and better efficiency at low temperature
ACCESSORIES--------------------------------Sync Cords SC-11 and SC-15For off-camera or manual multiple lighting setups or to connect the SB-22 to a ca
SC.,7 ^AS-1051
TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cords SC-18 and SC-19Use the SC-18 or SC-19 to connect flash units in TTL multiple flash operation. The SC-18 is approx. 1
SD-7
SPECIFICATIONSAll performance dala are for normal-temperature operation [20°C(68°F)1Electronic construction Guide numberAngie of coverageAutomatic si
Power switch Three positions are provided—OFF, STBY (for standby) and ON; at STBY position with the Nikon F-501/N2020, F-401/ N4004, F-301/N2000, FA,
Wide-flash adapterCovers the picture angle of lenses 28 mm or longer. Slides out and covers the flash head (see page 36).Aperture selectlon/shoo
Flash exposure control TTL modeUsable film speed range in TTL modeUsable aperture range in TTL mode Automatic modeFive flash modes are provided; TTL,
M modeAF assist LEDDimensionsWeightAccessory providedFull output at M setting: approx. 1/10 power at MD settingAutomatically fires LED beam toward the
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Aperture index windowsUsed in automatic operation.Aperture scale windowFilm speed scale windowFilm speed indexFilm speed setting knobDistance scale wi
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