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Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit
R1C1
Nikon Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit
R1
Wireless Speedlight Commander
SU-800
Wireless Remote Speedlight
SB-R200
User’s ManualView original page 1Page 2 · Read text
For your safety
Before using your product, please read the following safety precautions
carefully and thoroughly to ensure correct and safe use and to help
prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or others.
For quick reference by those who use the product, please keep these
safety instructions near the product.
In this manual, safety instructions are indicated with these symbols:
Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol could result
WARNING in personal injury, or death and property damage.
Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol could result
CAUTION in property damage.
WARNINGS for the Wireless Speedlight Commander
SU-800 and the Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200
1 If corrosive liquids seep from the batteries and get in your eyes,
immediately wash your eyes with running water and consult with a
doctor. Your eyes could be seriously damaged if they are not treated
quickly.
2 If corrosive liquids seep from the batteries and come in contact with
your skin or clothes, wash immediately with running water. Prolonged
contact could injure your skin.
3 Never attempt to disassemble or repair the flash unit by yourself, as this
could result in you receiving an electric shock and could also cause the unit
to malfunction; such malfunction could lead to personal injury.
4 If the flash unit is dropped and damaged, do not touch any exposed
interior metal parts. Such parts, especially the speedlight’s capacitor and
associated parts, could be in a high-charge state and if touched could
cause an electric shock. Disconnect the power or remove the batteries and
be sure that you do not touch any of the product’s electrical components,
and then bring the flash unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service
center for repair.
5 If you detect heat, smoke or notice a burning smell, immediately stop
operation and remove the batteries to prevent the unit from catching on
fire or melting. Allow the flash unit to cool down so that you can safely touch
it and remove the batteries. Then bring the unit to your local Nikon dealer or
authorized service center for repair.
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6 The flash unit should never be submerged in liquid or exposed to rain,
saltwater or moisture unless it is properly protected from the liquids
and moisture. Underwater use requires a certified underwater housing.
If water or moisture gets inside the unit, this could cause the unit to catch on
fire or cause an electric shock. In such instances you should immediately
remove the batteries from the speedlight and then bring the unit to your
local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for repair.
Note: electronic devices that are penetrated by water or moisture are often
not economically repairable. 7 Do not use the unit in the presence of flammable or explosive gas. zPreparation
If the flash unit is operated in areas where there is a flammable gas,
including propane, gasoline and dust, it could cause an explosion or fire.
8 Do not fire the flash unit directly at the driver of a moving car, as this
could temporarily impair the driver’s vision and cause an accident.
9 Do not fire the flash unit directly into the eyes of someone that is at
close range, as it could damage their eyes’ retinas. Never fire the flash unit
closer than 1 meter from infants.
10 Do not fire the unit while the flash head is touching a person or object.
Such use can result in the person being burned, and/or their clothes
igniting from the heat of the flash’s firing.
11 Keep small accessories out of the reach of children to avoid the
possibility of the accessory being swallowed. If an accessory is
accidentally swallowed, immediately consult with a doctor.
12 Use only the batteries specified in this user’s manual. Batteries other
than those specified could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire or
otherwise not perform satisfactorily.
13 Non-rechargeable batteries such as manganese, alkaline-manganese
and lithium batteries should never be charged in a battery charger
because they could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire.
Symbol for separate collection applicable in European countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected
separately. The following apply only to users in European
countries.
• This product is designated for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household
waste.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities
in charge of waste management.
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For your safety
CAUTIONS for the Wireless Speedlight Commander
SU-800 and the Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200
1 Do not touch the flash unit with wet hands, as this could cause an
electric shock.
2 Keep the flash unit away from children to prevent them from putting the
unit in or near their mouth, or otherwise touching a dangerous part of
the product; as such contact could cause an electric shock.
3 Do not apply strong physical shocks to the unit, as this could cause a
malfunction that could cause the unit to explode or catch on fire.
4 Never use active agents that contain flammable substances such as
paint thinner, benzene or paint remover to clean the unit, and never
store the unit in locations containing chemicals such as camphor and
naphthalene, as this could damage the plastic case, cause a fire or cause
an electric shock.
5 Remove any batteries from the unit before storing the unit for a long
time to prevent the unit from catching on fire or leaking corrosive liquids.
6 Do not point the Commander SU-800’s commander transmit window
directly into the eyes of someone at close range, as this can cause
serious eye damage.
7 Do not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings, as this may
cause the flash head to overheat and can result in burns and damage to the
flash panel and body.
WARNINGS for Lithium Batteries
1 Never heat or throw batteries into a fire, as this could cause the batteries
to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.
2 Do not short-circuit or disassemble the batteries because this could
cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.
3 Do not install batteries in the reverse direction as this could cause the
batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.
4 Do not carry or store batteries along with metallic materials such as
necklaces and hair pins because such materials could cause the batteries
to short-circuit, leading to battery leakage, heat generation or an explosion.
In addition, specially when carrying a quantity of batteries, place them
carefully in a storage case that prevents the battery terminals from
touching another battery’s terminals because if they touch in reverse
order it could also cause the batteries to short-circuit, leading to battery
leakage, heat generation or an explosion.
5 If corrosive liquids seep from the batteries and get in your eyes,
immediately wash your eyes with running water and consult with a
doctor. Your eyes could be seriously damaged if they are not treated quickly.
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6 If corrosive liquids seep from the batteries and come in contact with
your skin or clothes, wash immediately with running water. Prolonged
contact could injure your skin.
7 Always follow the warnings and instructions printed on the batteries to
avoid activities that could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids,
generate heat or catch on fire.
8 Be sure to use only batteries specified in this user’s manual, to avoid the
possibility of batteries leaking corrosive liquids, generating heat or exploding.
9 Never open the casing surrounding batteries or use batteries whose zPreparation
casing has been breached as such batteries could leak corrosive liquids,
generate heat or explode.
10 Keep batteries out of the reach of children to help avoid the possibility of
them being swallowed. If a battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately
consult with a doctor.
11 Batteries should not be submerged in water, exposed to rain, moisture
or saltwater unless they are properly protected from the wet
environment. If water or moisture gets inside the batteries, this could cause
them to leak corrosive liquids or generate heat.
12 Do not use any battery that appears abnormal in any way, including a
change in color or shape. Such batteries could leak corrosive liquids or
generate heat.
13 When recycling or disposing of batteries, be sure to insulate their
terminals with tape. If the battery’s positive and negative terminals
shortcircuit after coming into contact with metallic objects, it could cause
fire, heat generation or an explosion. Dispose of used batteries in
accordance with local government regulations.
14 Non-rechargeable batteries should never be charged in a battery
charger because they could leak corrosive liquids or generate heat.
15 Remove dead batteries from your equipment immediately, as they could
leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.
CAUTIONS for Lithium Batteries
1 Do not throw or apply strong physical shocks to the batteries as this
could cause batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.
2 Be careful when replacing batteries after continuous flash use,
because batteries may generate heat during continuous flash photography.
WARNING for TTL Cord SC-30
Never attempt to disassemble or repair the cord by yourself, as this
could result in an electric shock and could also cause the unit to
malfunction, which could lead to injury.
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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Wireless Speedlight system. To get
the most out of your Speedlight system, please read this user’s manual
thoroughly before use. Also read “Close-up Speedlight Photography
Examples,” a separate booklet that provides an overview of Speedlight
flash-shooting capabilities and contains photographic examples. Keep
your camera and Speedlight user’s manuals handy for quick reference.
Main features and functions
This Speedlight system, which features the Nikon Creative Lighting System
(CLS), provides a variety of wireless multiple flash and close-up flash operations.
The Speedlight system mainly consists of the Wireless Speedlight Commander
SU-800, which controls flash output when mounted on CLS-compatible cameras;
the Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200, which has a guide number of 10/33
(ISO 100, m/ft.) or 14/46 (ISO 200, m/ft.); and the Attachment Ring SX-1, which is
used to attach the SB-R200 to the front of the lens.
• When using CLS-compatible cameras, you can divide the Speedlight units into
three groups and control the flash output independently for each group.
• Wireless close-up flash operation is possible when the SU-800 is mounted on
a CLS-compatible camera to control the SB-R200 (p. 65).
• The SB-R200 can be attached to the front of the lens, held in your hand, or
freely positioned by using the Speedlight Stand AS-20, which comes with
the unit.
• The SU-800 features a Commander function that can trigger wirelessly remote
flash units such as the SB-R200 and SB-600 without firing itself (p. 79).
• Included with the kit are a variety of accessories to help you enjoy close-up
flash shooting, such as the Extreme Close-Up Positioning Adapter SW-11,
Color Filter Set SJ-R200, Diffuser SW-12, and Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1.
• When using the SU-800 with cameras not compatible with CLS, only close-up
flash operation (using cords) is possible in use with the optional TTL Cord
SC-30 (p. 109).
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Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
CLS offers various flash shooting possibilities by taking advantage of the
improved digital data communication capabilities of Nikon Speedlights and
cameras.
The major features are as follows:
• i-TTL Mode
This is a TTL auto flash mode in CLS. When using the i-TTL auto flash mode, Monitor Preflashes are fired at all times. The flash output level is adjusted by zPreparation
measuring the flash illumination that is reflected back from the subject,
resulting in an exposure that is less affected by ambient light (p. 116).
• Advanced Wireless Lighting
The wireless multiple flash operation in TTL (i-TTL) mode can be accomplished
with CLS-compatible cameras. The remote flash units can be divided into
three groups and flash output can be independently controlled for each group,
expanding the range of creative multiple flash shooting techniques (p. 26).
• Flash Value Lock
Flash Value, or “FV,” is the amount of flash exposure for the subject. Using FV
Lock with compatible cameras, you can lock in the appropriate flash exposure
for the main subject. This flash exposure is locked in, even if you change the
aperture or composition, or zoom the lens in and out (p. 98).
• Auto FP High-Speed Sync
High-Speed flash synchronization at your camera’s highest shutter speed is
now possible. This is useful when you want to use a wider aperture to ensure a
shallow depth of field blurs the background (p. 96).
See your CLS-compatible camera user’s manual for details on the Nikon Creative
Lighting System (CLS).
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Foreword
u Life-long learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-long learning” commitment to ongoing product support
and education, continually updated information is available online at the
following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips,
answers to frequently asked questions, and to receive general advice on digital
imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the
Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact information:
http://nikonimaging.com/
“Watch and learn!” Digitutor
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html
The Nikon Digitutor website uses movies and sample photos to demonstrate
the basic functions of the R1C1.
Use the Digitutor together with this manual to make the most of your R1C1.
Notes
• Default: Functions and flash modes preset before being shipped from the
factory are referred to as “Default” settings in this manual.
• CLS: Hereafter, Nikon Creative Lighting System is abbreviated to CLS.
• “Cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System” are abbreviated as
“CLS-compatible cameras.”
• In this manual, the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 is called the
“Commander SU-800” or “SU-800” and the Wireless Remote Speedlight
SB-R200, the “Remote Speedlight SB-R200” or “SB-R200.”
Symbols used in this manual
• v : Denotes important points to prevent malfunction or shooting failure.
• t : Useful points that should be remembered to better enjoy the Speedlight.
• u : Provides convenient reference information for using the Speedlight
system.
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Contents
Details on close-up flash operation and shooting
procedures
(Used with CLS-compatible cameras)
• Close-up flash operation ...................................................66
• Overview of close-up flash operation................................68
• Procedures for close-up flash operation ...........................70
Details on Commander flash operation and shooting
procedures
(Used with CLS-compatible cameras)
• Commander flash operation..............................................80
• Overview of Commander flash operation..........................82
• Procedures for Commander flash operation .....................84
Other functions
• Test firing to confirm exposure..........................................88
• Checking illumination before taking pictures
(modeling illumination)....................................................89
• Using the Target Light (focus-assist illuminator)...............90
• Autofocus flash operation in low light................................91
• Flash output level compensation.......................................92
• Repeating (RPT) flash operation .......................................93
• Auto FP High-Speed Sync.................................................96
• Flash Value Lock (FV Lock)...............................................98
Flash operation using various accessories
• Flash shooting with colored gel filters ............................. 100
• Flash shooting with the Extreme Close-Up Positioning
Adapter SW-11 ............................................................. 103
• Flash shooting with the Diffuser SW-12 and Flexible
Arm Clip SW-C1............................................................ 105
• Flash shooting with Speedlight Stand AS-20 .................. 107
Flash shooting using SLR cameras not compatible
with CLS
• Overview of close-up flash operation (using cords) ....... 110
• Procedures for close-up flash operation (using cords)... 112
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Tips on using the Speedlight
Take trial shots
Take test photos before photographing important events, such as weddings and
graduations.
Have Nikon regularly spot-check your Speedlight
Nikon recommends that you have your Speedlight serviced by an authorized
dealer or service center at least once every two years.
Using your Speedlight correctly
The Nikon Speedlight’s performance has been optimized for use with Nikon
brand cameras and accessories, including lenses.
Camera and accessories made by other manufacturers might not meet Nikon’s
specification criteria, and nonconforming cameras and accessories could
damage the Speedlight’s components. Nikon cannot guarantee the Speedlight’s
performance when used with non-Nikon products.
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Recommended cameras and lenses
Recommended cameras
Cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
A variety of wireless multiple flash and close-up flash operations using the
SU-800 and the SB-R200 are available with Nikon CLS-compatible cameras.
• Refer to your camera user’s manual for details on available camera functions.
Usable CLS-compatible cameras: D3-Series, D700, D2-Series, D300-Series, D200,
D90, D80, D70-Series, D7000, D5000, D3100, D3000, D60, D50, D40-Series, F6, etc. Recommended lenses zPreparation
Micro NIKKOR lenses
Micro NIKKOR lenses provide a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:1 or 1:2. These
lenses offer high optical performance that is best suited to Nikon cameras,
allowing you to take texture-quality pictures anywhere from close-up to infinity.
AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D
AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED
AF Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8D
AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED
AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR
Note : The AF Zoom-Micro Nikkor 70-180mm f/4.5-5.6D ED cannot be used with
the SB-R200 attached, as the weight of the flash unit may affect accurate
focusing.
t Using the Nikon D70-Series camera’s Commander mode
Be sure to set the channel number of the remote flash unit(s) to 3 and set the
group of the remote flash unit(s) to group A when performing wireless multiple
flash with a Nikon D70-Series camera’s built-in flash as a Commander, otherwise
the remote flash unit(s) will not fire.
u With SLR cameras incompatible with CLS
Use the TTL Cord SC-30 (optional) to connect the SU-800 and the SB-R200 (p. 109).
v COOLPIX-Series digital cameras
When mounting the SU-800, the COOLPIX P7000/P6000 can perform wireless
Commander flash operation. Set the group of remote flash unit(s) to “A” (other
groups cannot be used). Set the flash mode of flash unit(s) in group A to TTL, and
the master and remote flash unit(s) in groups B and C to “---” (flash cancelled).
• The SU-800 and SB-R200 cannot be used with COOLPIX-Series digital cameras other
than COOLPIX P7000/P6000 (p. 126).
v Usable lenses with limited functions with the SB-R200
The maximum number of SB-R200 units that can be attached to the front of the
lens and which focal lengths can be used vary depending on the lens in use. For
more details, refer to “2 Usable lenses with limited functions with the SB-R200”
(p. 120).
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Recommended cameras and lenses
v Lenses unusable with the SB-R200
AF NIKKOR lenses with a ring that rotates during AF operation.
v Using lenses that extend and retreat during AF operation
NIKKOR lenses that extend and retreat in length during AF operation may not
autofocus correctly, or may lead to damage of the lens or camera’s autofocus
mechanism due to the weight of the flash head. Therefore, do not perform
autofocus operation, but use manual focus instead.
v Using an AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D lens
• Be sure to attach the Dedicated Adapter Ring UR-5 (optional) to the AF Micro-Nikkor
60mm f/2.8D lens, then attach the SX-1 to the lens with the Adapter Ring SY-1-72.
Lens UR-5 SY-1-72 SX-1
u Notes on using an AF Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8D lens
Autofocus operation is possible if you attach the Attachment Ring SX-1 to the AF Micro-
Nikkor 105mm f/2.8D lens using the Adapter Ring SY-1-62.
SX-1
SY-1-62
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Confirm receipt of contents in your kit
Available flash operations depending on each kit
Available flash operation varies according to each kit. Accessories other than
those included in the kit may be necessary. Refer to the table below.
Users of the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 should read
through this user’s manual.
Users of the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1, Commander SU-800 and
Remote Speedlight SB-R200 should read the sections necessary for each kit.
Products Available flash Usable cameras Speedlight and zPreparation
operations Commander not
included in the kit
Nikon Close- Close-up CLS-compatible cameras
up Speedlight Cameras not compatible —
Commander with CLS*1
Kit R1C1
Commander CLS-compatible cameras —
Nikon Close- Close-up CLS-compatible cameras
—
up Speedlight with Commander function.
Remote Kit
Commander CLS-compatible cameras SU-800, SB-900,
R1
with Commander function. SB-800, SB-700
Commander Close-up CLS-compatible cameras SB-R200
SU-800 Cameras not compatible
with CLS*1
Commander CLS-compatible cameras SB-R200, SB-900,
SB-800, SB-700,
SB-600
Remote Close-up CLS-compatible cameras SU-800
Speedlight Cameras not compatible
SB-R200 with CLS*1
CLS-compatible cameras
—
with Commander function
Commander CLS-compatible cameras SU-800, SB-900,
with Commander function. SB-800, SB-700
*1 The optional TTL Cord SC-30 is required (p. 123).
Note: With CLS-compatible cameras, the TTL Cord SC-30 (optional) is not required.
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20 14
MODE A
19 B ON/OFF 15
NO AF-ILL SEL
18 READY
17 LOCK
16 zPreparation
Control buttons on the SU-800
14 [ON/OFF] Button 17 Test Button
Press to turn the power on or off. Press to test fire the flash. (p. 88)
To avoid accidental firing or a malfunction when 18 [W] (left) Button
carrying the SU-800 in your camera bag, turn [X] (right) Button
off the flash unit.
Press to change the values of the items or
15 [SEL](FUNC.) button settings that are blinking.
• Press to select the items to be set. The
19 [MODE] Button
selected item will blink and can be changed Press to set the flash mode.
using the [W] and [X] buttons.
• Press for approx. 2 sec. to display another 20 [A B] Select Button
In the close-up mode, press to set the flash setting.
units in groups A and B to fire or to cancel.
16 Target Light Button
• Press to turn the Target light (focus-assist
illuminator). (p. 89)
• Press for approx. 1 sec. to activate or cancel
the target light. (p. 90)
Simultaneously press the [ON/OFF] and [MODE] buttons
MODE A
B ON/OFF (two-button reset) to reset all settings (selected by the
NO AF-ILL SEL
READY Commander/Close-up select switch) to their default
LOCK values. The LCD panel will blink 3 times.
Using the SU-800 in low light
Press any button on the SU-800 to turn the illuminator on (when the SU-800’s
power is on), and it will remain lit for about 16 seconds.
• The SU-800’s control button illuminator comes on when the camera’s LCD panel
illuminator is turned on.
• The control button illuminator goes out when the shutter is released.
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Speedlight parts, their functions, and accessories
SU-800’s LCD panel and icons
Icons on the SU-800’s LCD panel show the status of the operations set.
These icons vary depending on the settings and the combination of camera and
flash units in use.
• The below illustrations are for reference only and may differ to the actual display.
Icons in close-up flash operation
Display in TTL mode Display in M (manual) mode
1 Wireless Flash 8 Flash Output Level (Group B)
A control signal is sent from the SU-800 Visually indicates the group B’s flash
to the remote flash units such as the output level in the TTL mode.
SB-R200. 9 Flash Output Level Ratio (Groups A : B)
2 Close-up Mode Indicates the flash output level ratio
Close-up function is set to “activated.” between groups A and B in the TTL
3 Monitor Preflashes mode.
Just before the flash fires, the Speedlight 0 Channel
fires a series of imperceptible preflashes Represents the communication channel
to collect necessary data for actual flash number through which the SU-800 and
firing. SB-R200 exchange data.
4 TTL Mode ! Flash Output Level Compensation
Measuring the flash illumination reflected (Groups A, B)
back from the subject, the camera Represents flash output level
automatically controls the flash output compensation for groups A and B in the
level to give the correct exposure. TTL mode.
5 Auto FP High-Speed Sync @ CLS-compatible camera
Auto FP High-Speed Sync. is available The SU-800 is connected to cameras
when the SU-800 is connected to compatible with CLS.
cameras compatible with Auto FP High- # Manual Flash
Speed Sync. (p. 96). The flash always fires at a specified
6 Low Battery-power output in combination with the aperture
Replace the battery. and light output level (guide number).
7 Flash Output Level (Group A) $ Manual Flash Output Level
Visually indicates the group A’s flash Represents flash output level for each
output level in the TTL mode. group in Manual flash mode.
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Icons in Commander flash operation
4 Channel
Represents the communication channel
number through which the Commander
and Speedlight exchange data.
5 CLS-compatible camera
The SU-800 is connected to cameras
compatible with CLS.
6 AF-Assist Illuminator activated zPreparation
The AF-Assist Illuminator comes on. NO
AF-ILL appears when the AF-Assist
1 Wireless Flash Illuminator is canceled (p. 91).
A control signal is sent from the SU-800 7 Group
to the remote flash units such as the Represents the group names and flash
SB-R200. mode in each group.
2 Commander Mode 8 Flash Output Level Compensation
Commander function is activated. Value
3 Low Battery-power Flash output level compensation value.
Replace the battery. 9 Manual Flash Output Level
Represents flash output level for each
group in Manual flash mode.
Icons in close-up flash operation (using cords)
Display in TTL BL mode Display in M (manual) mode
1 Close-up Mode 4 Balanced Fill-Flash
Close-up function is activated. The flash output level is automatically
2 Monitor Preflashes controlled for a well-balanced exposure
Just before the flash fires, the Speedlight of the main subject and background.
fires a series of imperceptible 5 Low Battery-power
preflashes. Replace the battery.
3 TTL Mode 6 Flash firing (Group A)
Measuring the flash illumination reflected Flash unit(s) in Group A fires in the TTL
back from the subject, the camera mode.
automatically controls the flash output 7 Flash firing (Group B)
level to give the correct exposure. Flash unit(s) in Group B fires in the TTL
mode.
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Speedlight parts, their functions, and accessories
8 Using Cords 9 Flash Output Level Compensation
The SU-800 is connected to the SB-R200 Value (Groups A, B)
using cords when mounted on cameras Indicates the flash output level
not compatible with CLS. This indicator compensation for groups A and B in the
blinks if the SB-R200 is not correctly TTL mode.
connected. 0 Manual Mode
The flash always fires at a specified
output in combination with the aperture
and light output level (guide number).
Displays when blinking
Indicate that these items can be adjusted or
changed. Stop after blinking six times unless an
adjustment is made.
• Icons blinking also indicate warning and errors.
• When the [ON/OFF] + [MODE] buttons are simultaneously pressed (two-button reset) for
approx. 2 sec., the display blinks three times (p. 19).
t Using the SU-800 in low light
Press any button on the SU-800 to turn the illuminator on (when the SU-800’s
power is on), and it will remain lit for about 16 seconds.
• The SU-800’s control button illuminator comes on when the camera’s LCD panel
illuminator is turned on.
• The control button illuminator goes out when the shutter is released.
t Characteristics of the LCD panel
• Due to the directional characteristics of LCDs, the LCD display is difficult to read when
viewed from above. However, the display can be seen clearly from a somewhat lower
angle.
• The LCD display becomes darker at high temperatures (approx. 60°C/140°F), but returns
to normal at normal temperatures (20°C/68°F).
• The LCD’s response time slows down at low temperatures (approx. 5°C/41°F and below),
but returns to normal at normal temperatures (20°C/68°F).
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Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200
11
9 10 1
12 12 4 3 A B C 2
8 ON/OFF SPEEDLIGHTWIRELESS 3 13 zPreparation 7 SB-R200REMOTE
4
14
5 LOCKLOCK
5 6
1 [CHANNEL] select dial 10 Terminal cover
Sets the communication channel through which Close the cover when not using the TTL cord.
the Commander and SB-R200 units exchange 11 Ready-light
data (p. 35). The lamp lights up in green when the power is
2 [GROUP] select dial on. It turns red when the SB-R200 is fully
Sets the group of the SB-R200 (p. 36). recycled and ready to fire.
3 Target Light (Focus-Assist The green lamp blinks when battery power is
Illuminator) weak.
4 Flash head 12 Battery chamber lid (p. 30)
5 Release button 13 Light sensor window for wireless
Hold down and slowly move the SB-R200 until remote flash
it comes to the desired position, then release 14 Lock switch
the button to secure (p. 31). Secures the SB-R200 to the Attachment Ring
6 Mounting Foot (p. 31) (p. 31).
7 Target Light Button
Sets the target light to turn on or off (p. 90).
8 [ON/OFF] button
Press to turn the power on or off.
To avoid accidental firing or a malfunction when
carrying the SB-R200 in your camera bag, turn
off the flash unit.
9 TTL cord terminal
Connects the SU-800 to the SB-R200 via a cord
when used with cameras that are not compatible
with CLS (p. 110).
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Speedlight parts, their functions, and accessories
Attachment Ring SX-1 Color Filter Set SJ-R200
The SX-1 is used to secure the SB-R200 by (for SB-R200 package)
attaching it to the Adapter Ring on the front The set comprises a total of 4 filters: the
of the lens. FL-G1 for fluorescent light, the TN-A1 for
The SB-R200 is detachable at any position incandescent/tungsten light, Blue and Red
around the Attachment Ring. You can slide (p. 100).
the SB-R200 freely around the ring. There
are click stops every 15° on the Attachment
Ring.
Speedlight Stand AS-20
The AS-20 can be used to freely position and
steady the SB-R200. The Attachment Ring
Mounting groove SX-1 can be attached to a tripod (p. 107).
Mounting button Speedlight
mounting shoe
Adapter Rings (SY-1-52, SY-1-62,
SY-1-67, SY-1-72, SY-1-77)
These rings can be attached to the front of AS-20
the lens for mounting the Attachment Ring
SX-1. Five Adapter Rings, with diameters of Tripod socket
ø52mm, ø62mm, ø67mm ø72mm and
ø77mm are provided. IR Panel for Built-in Flash SG-3IR
The SG-3IR can be attached to a camera’s
hot shoe when a Nikon digital camera’s
built-in flash (such as D70-Series) is used
as a Commander (p. 50).
Extreme Close-Up Positioning
Adapter SW-11
The SW-11 can be attached to the SB-R200
and used to curve flash light toward the
optical axis to create lighting effects when Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1
taking close-up shots (p. 103). The SW-C1 can be used to hold a Diffuser. It
can also be attached to the mounting groove
on the Attachment Ring SX-1 (p. 105).
SW-11
Stopper
Mounting groove
Color Filter Holder SZ-1 Diffuser SW-12
The SZ-1 is used to attach a colored gel The SW-12 is a milky-white board that can
filter (SJ-R200 or optional SJ-2) to the flash be used to diffuse flash light (p. 105).
head of the SB-R200 (p. 102).
SW-12
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Wireless multiple flash operation in the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
When the SU-800 is used with Nikon CLS-compatible cameras, the remote flash
units can be divided into a maximum of 3 groups, and the flash output level can
be separately set for each group of Master/Commander and remote flash unit(s),
providing wireless multiple flash operation (Advanced Wireless Lighting).
u Master flash unit and remote flash unit(s)
In this user’s manual, the Commander SU-800 and Speedlight mounted on the
camera, a built-in flash or the one directly connected to the camera via a TTL
Cord is called the Master/Commander flash unit. All other flash units are called
remote flash units.
Details of Advanced Wireless Lighting
Group B
(remote flash units)
Group A Group C
(remote flash units) (remote flash units)
Master/Commander flash unit
• Remote flash units can be divided into a maximum of three groups (A, B and C).
• One or more remote flash units can be set to one group.
• Flash mode and flash output-level compensation values can be set independently on the
Master/Commander flash unit and for three other groups of remote flash units.
• Select one of the four available channels through which the Master/Commander flash unit
and three other groups exchange data.
• If a photographer performs the same Advanced Wireless Lighting near you, your remote
flash unit(s) might accidentally fire in sync with that photographer’s master flash unit. If this
happens, select a different channel number.
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