Taking flash photographs in the Auto Aperture (AA) mode for Digital SLR and Kodak DCS600 Series cameras In this mode, the correct exposure for both subject and background is automatically obtained. The SB-28DX’s built-in sensor controls the flash output in combination with data transmitted from the camera and lens to the SB-28DX, including the ISO sensitivity level, aperture, focal length, and exposure compensation value. Note: AA (Auto Aperture) mode only works when using the Digital SLR or DCS600 Series cameras when Nikkor lenses with a built-in CPU (except IX Nikkor lenses and AF Nikkor lenses for the F3AF) are mounted. The AA mode is automatically switched to Non-TTL Auto Flash A mode when Nikkor lenses without a built-in CPU are mounted.
Camera settings
1. Set the ISO sensitivity level.
2.Set the exposure mode to A (Aperture-priority) or P (Programmed auto). When
using the M (Manual) or S (Shutter-priority auto) exposure mode, make
sure the aperture is within the range.
3. Set the aperture. In A (Aperture-priority auto) exposure mode: Set the
lens aperture to its minimum. Then set the aperture on the camera. Refer to “Table
2: Usable aperture/flash shooting distance ranges in AA (Auto Aperture) and A (non-TTL
Auto Flash) modes.” In P (Programmed auto) exposure mode: Set the lens aperture to
its minimum.
Note: In either exposure mode, if the aperture is out of the range, the aperture
value, exposure compensation indicator and exposure compensation value on the LCD
panel blink and the flash shooting distance range indictor bars disappear to warn
you. In this case, adjust the aperture and shooting distance by referring to Table
2.
SB-28DX settings:
4. Select the flash mode.
Press the 
button until 
·appears on the LCD panel in either AA (Auto
Aperture) or A (non-TTL auto) mode. In AA mode, the exposure compensation indicator
and exposure compensation value appear on the LCD panel simultaneously. Note: When
the flash unit is mounted on the Kodak DCS620 camera and turned on for the first
time, the AA mode is always activated.
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5. Wait for the ready-light to come on before taking the picture. If the ready-light blinks for approx. 3 seconds after the picture is taken, this indicates the flash fired at maximum output, meaning that light may have been insufficient for correct exposure. In that case, use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject before taking the next picture by referring to Table 2. |
To check the correct flash shooting distance range before taking the picture Point
the camera at the subject. After pressing the shutter release button lightly, press
the 
button on the SB-28DX. If the ready-light blinks for approx. 3 seconds,
this indicates the flash fired at maximum output, meaning that light may have been
insufficient for correct exposure. In this case, use a wider aperture or move closer
to the subject by referring to Table 2 before taking the actual picture.
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Table 2: Usable aperture/flash shooting distance ranges in AA (Auto Aperture) and A (non-TTL Auto Flash) modes Use this table to determine the distance range in which the correct auto flash exposure will be obtained at various ISO sensitivity levels, aperture, and zoom settings. |
Flash exposure compensation In AA mode, flash output compensation is possible in 1/3 steps from -3.0 to +1.0EV by pressing the { or } button to increase or decrease the compensation while confirming the amount on the LCD panel. Note that flash output compensation is restricted in Zones A to D. Zone A: Minus flash output compensation is not possible. Zone B: Flash output compensation exceeding -1EV is not possible. Zone C: Flash output compensation exceeding -2EV is not possible. Zone D: Flash output compensation from 0 to +1EV is not possible.
Note*: If flash output compensation is made exceeding the amount of the above values, the flash shooting range indicator bars disappear and the aperture, exposure compensation indicator, and exposure compensation value blink to warn you. Note**: Exposure compensation on the camera is possible. Refer to your camera’s instruction manual for information. Note***: Exposure compensation can be made on both the SB-28DX and the camera. The exposure is controlled by the sum total of both exposure compensation values and the shooting range indicator bars changes to match the exposure compensation. However, the SB-28DX’s LCD panel displays the amount of compensation set on the SB-28DX only.
ISO 200 guide numbers (m/ft) in the Manual and Repeating Flash Modes (at 20°C/68°F)
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Adjustment factors for other ISO sensitivity levels |
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