For the Customers in Europe 2-687-595-02 (1) 1/1 3 3 3 External Battery Adaptor for Flash Adaptateur de piles Externe pour Flash Operating Instructions Mode d'emploi Manual de instrucciones 30 10 30 Disposal of Old Electrical & 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 household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of 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. For the Customers in the U.S.A. 1/1 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 residential 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 in 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 the 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. 250 200 700 69 158 170 g 0 40 25 mm / 8000 7000 20000 / 1 0.2 0.2 0.2 5 4 7 FA-EB1AM 1 1 CAUTION © 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. CAUTIONS 1 BATTERY CAUTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 The operating temperature or storage conditions of alkaline batteries may cause the flash low-battery indicator to blink even when the battery has sufficient power. With continued use, the low-battery indicator will disappear and battery performance will improve. If the blinking low-battery indicator still appears, replace the batteries. Lithium batteries may become hot due to high temperature or successive use. This could trigger the battery's internal thermal safety switch shutting off the circuit and terminating flash charging. Wait until the batteries become cold before using this unit and the flash again. The chart below shows performance data when using new batteries in our standard test environment. Battery performance may decrease at low temperatures. Therefore it is advisable to have a spare set of batteries. Remove the batteries when storing this unit for an extended period of time. / OTHER CAUTIONS 8 This unit is designed for use from 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F). This unit is not waterproof. If it comes in contact with water, wipe it dry with a clean cloth and take it to the nearest Sony dealer immediately. This unit contains high-voltage circuits. Never attempt to disassemble it. Take it to the nearest Sony dealer immediately for repair. When dirty, this unit may be cleaned with a clean, dry cloth. Do not allow this unit to come in contact with alcohol or other chemicals. Never leave this unit where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures, such as the glove compartment of a car. FA-EB1AM IDENTIFYING THE PARTS 1 2 3 4 5 Attaching screw socket cover Charge lamp Battery-chamber door Lock-release button Connecting cord INSERTING BATTERIES The following battery types are compatible with this unit. Batteries are not supplied. AA alkaline batteries (6 required) AA nickel metal hydride batteries (6 required) AA lithium batteries (6 required) JBRC html http://www.jbrc.net/hp/contents/index. 0570-00-0770 PHS 0466-38-0231 9 8 1 Press the lock - release button in the direction of the arrow , indications (Illustration ). then slide the battery-chamber door to open it (Illustration ). 2 Insert the batteries into the chamber according to the polarity (+/-) 3 Close the battery-chamber door by pressing it against this unit and sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place (Illustration ). 9 5 FA-EB1AM 108-0075 1-7-1 USING THIS UNIT WITH THE FLASH This external battery adaptor is made especially for the HVL-F56AM flash. Before use, check the model of your flash. English Before operating the product, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. 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. 1 Turn the flash POWER off and remove the terminal cap from 2 Turn the flash POWER on. external power terminal socket on the flash . Then firmly insert the connector plug into the socket (Illustration ). This unit requires that the flash is powered by its own batteries. (Do not remove the batteries from the flash.) 0 40 3 The camera is ready to take a picture when indicators appear in the viewfinder (or in the flash data panel) and the flash is charged. The charge lamp of this unit comes on during charging the flash. Do not fire the flash 20 or more times continuously at close to full power. For details of the using of flash, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your flash. 1 2 3 4 5 To tripod socket 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. FA-EB1AM , This unit can be attached to the camera body s tripod socket with the supplied attachment screw (Illustration ). WHEN TO REPLACE BATTERIES With full flash fire, the flash ready lamp should come on within 30 sec. with alkaline batteries, 10sec. with nickel metal hydride batteries, and 30sec. with lithium batteries. If not, exchange the batteries both in the flash and this unit. The flash has a low-battery indicator. Refer to the low-battery indicator when exchanging the batteries in the flash. The low-battery indicator shows low battery when recycle time is short but battery capacity is low. Camera body Rubber mat SPECIFICATIONS Flashes and Recycling time Battery Performance: Use the same battery type for the flash and this unit, Fire 1/1 flash level. Flashes/set Alkaline batteries Nickel metal hydride batteries Lithium batteries Dimensions (Approx.) Mass (Approx.) Operating temperature Included items 250 to 8000 charges 200 to 7000 charges 700 to 20000 charges Recycling Time 0.2 to 5 sec. 0.2 to 4 sec. 0.2 to 7 sec. 3 3 3 6 6 6 Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord 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. 1 2 3 Attachment screw External Battery Adaptor for Flash FA-EB1AM / 69 × 158 × 25 mm (w / h / d) (2 3/4 × 6 1/4 × 1 inches) 170 g (6 oz) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) External battery adaptor for flash(1), Attachment screw(1), Carrying case(1), Set of printed documentation HVL-F56AM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 1 2 3 OFF 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. ON 20 Do not attempt to recharge (except for rechargeable batteries), short or disassemble. Do not mix, batteries of different types, brands or ages. Printed on 70% or more rectcled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) -free vegetable oil based ink. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not touch the flashtube during operation, it may become hot when the flash fires. 1 2 3 4 5 Français Avant de faire fonctionner ce produit, lisez attentivement ce mode d'emploi et conservez-le pour toute référence ultérieure. Español Antes de utilizar el producto, lea cuidadosamente este manual y consérvelo para futuras referencias. AVERTISSEMENT Afin de réduire les risques d'incendie ou de décharge électrique, n'exposez pas cet appareil à la pluie ou à l'humidité. Scotcher les contacts des piles lithium avant de les jeter. Suivre les éventuelles consignes locales sur le rejet des piles. Ne pas laisser les piles ou de petits accessoires à la portée de jeunes enfants qui pourraient les avaler. En cas d'ingestion accidentelle, contacter immédiatement un médecin. ADVERTENCIA Para reducir el riesgo de incendio o descarga eléctrica, no exponga la unidad a la lluvia ni a la humedad. Cubra con cinta adhesiva los contactos de las pilas de litio para evitar que se provoquen cortocircuitos cuando se deshaga de las mismas y siga la normativa local para la eliminación de éstas. Mantenga las pilas y demás objetos que se puedan tragar fuera del alcance de los niños. Póngase en contacto con un médico inmediatamente en caso de que se trague un objeto. Extraiga inmediatamente las pilas y deje de utilizar la unidad en los siguientes casos: si el producto se cae o sufre un impacto tras el que el interior del mismo queda al descubierto. si el producto desprende un olor raro, calor o humo. No desmonte el producto, ya que podría producirse una descarga eléctrica si se toca un circuito de alto voltaje del interior del producto. Retirer immédiatement les piles du flash si : L'appareil est tombé ou a reçu un choc à la suite duquel il s'est brisé et laisse apparaître ses composants internes. L'appareil chauffe anormalement ou émet une fumée ou une odeur étrange. Ne pas démonter le flash. Risque d'électrocution lié à la présence de circuits haute tension. Pour les clients en Europe Traitement des appareils électriques et électroniques en fin de vie (Applicable dans les pays de l'Union Européenne et aux autres pays européens disposant de systèmes de collecte sélective) Ce symbole, apposé sur le produit ou sur son emballage, indique que ce produit ne doit pas être traité avec les déchets ménagers. Il doit être remis à un point de collecte approprié pour le recyclage des équipements électriques et électroniques. En s'assurant que ce produit est bien mis au rebut de manière appropriée, vous aiderez à prévenir les conséquences négatives potentielles pour l'environnement et la santé humaine. Le recyclage des matériaux aidera à préserver les ressources naturelles. Pour toute information supplémentaire au sujet du recyclage de ce produit, vous pouvez contacter votre municipalité, votre déchetterie ou le magasin où vous avez acheté le produit. Para los clientes en Europa Tratamiento de los equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final de su vida útil (aplicable en la Unión Europea y en países europeos con sistemas de recogida selectiva de residuos) Este símbolo en el equipo o el embalaje indica que el presente producto no puede ser tratado como residuos domésticos normales, sino que ...