Canon Speedlite 430EX 2 User manual

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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
The Canon Speedlite 430EX II is a multi-feature flash unit for Canon
EOS cameras. It works automatically with E-TTL II, E-TTL, and TTL
autoflash systems. It can be used as an on-camera flash or as part of a
wireless flash system.
Read this instruction manual while also referring to your
camera’s instruction manual.
Before using the Speedlite, read this instruction manual and your camera’s
instruction manual to familiarize yourself with the Speedlite operations.
The basic operation is the same as with normal AE shooting.
When the 430EX II is attached to an EOS camera, almost all automatic
exposure control for flash photography is handled by the camera.
Although the 430EX II is an external flash unit, it works automatically and
seamlessly like the camera’s built-in flash.
It becomes automatically compatible with the camera’s flash
metering mode (E-TTL ll, E-TTL, and TTL).
In accordance with the camera’s flash control system, the Speedlite controls
the flash automatically in the respective flash metering mode:
1. E-TTL II autoflash (evaluative flash metering with preflash reading/lens
distance information)
2. E-TTL autoflash (evaluative flash metering with preflash reading)
3. TTL autoflash (off-the-film metering for real-time flash metering)
Regarding the camera’s available flash metering modes, refer to the
“External Speedlite” specification in the “Specifications” of your
camera’s instruction manual.
In the camera instruction manual, cameras having flash metering
modes 1 or 2 are called Type-A cameras (compatible with E-TTL II or
E-TTL). And cameras having flash metering mode 3(compatible only
with TTL) are Type-B cameras.
* This instruction manual assume that you are using the Speedlite with a Type-A
camera.
For Type-B cameras, see page 37.
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The operation procedures in this instruction manual assume that both
the camera and Speedlite’s power switches are ON.
Icons used in the text to indicate the respective buttons, dials, and
settings match the same icons found on the camera and Speedlite.
The (4) / (0) / (3) icons indicate that the respective function
remains in effect for 4 sec., 6 sec., or 16 sec. after you let go of the
button.
Reference page numbers are indicated by (p.**).
This instruction manual uses the following alert symbols:
: Warning to prevent shooting problems.
: Gives supplemental information.
Contents
Conventions Used in this Manual
The <9> symbol in the text refers to the +/– button.
The <8> symbol in the text refers to the Select/
Setting button.
1Getting Started and Basic Operation................................. 7
2Using Flash ........................................................................ 13
3Wireless Flash ................................................................... 25
Reference ............................................................................ 32
9
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Nomenclature
Built-in wide panel
(retracted) (p.18)
Flash head
Wireless sensor
AF-assist beam emitter
(p.23)
Mounting foot (p.9)
Locking pin Contacts
Bracket mount
cover
Bracket mounting hole
Case Mini stand
Mini stand pocket
Shoe
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LCD panel (p.6)
* <A>
LCD panel illumination/
Custom Function
setting button (p.6/21)
* <8> Select/Setting button
<J>
Pilot lamp/
Test firing button (p.10)
<D>
Flash mode/Slave setting button
(p.11, 19/31)
<z>
Bounce lock release
button (p.17)
Bounce angle index
<G>
Zoom button/Wireless setting
button (p.18/26, 29, 30)
<E> High-speed
sync (FP flash)/Shutter
curtain synchronization
button (p.16)
Flash exposure
confirmation lamp (p.11)
Battery compartment cover
(p.8)
Lock-release button (p.9)
Power switch (p.10)
Mounting foot’s lock lever
(p.9)
<9> +/– button
Asterisked buttons have functions which remain active for 8 sec. after you
press and let go of the button. The <B> illumination lasts for 12 sec.
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LCD Panel
To illuminate the LCD panel, press the <B> button.
The items actually displayed depend on the current settings.
Manual flash output level
Flash exposure compensation
amount
Max. flash range
Aperture
Custom Function
<d> Manual zoom
<c> High-speed
sync (FP flash)
<f>
Flash exposure
compensation
<u> Custom Function
<r> Second-curtain sync
<q> Manual flash
<a/b>
E-TTL (ll)/TTL autoflash
<X> Slave flash
Channel
<s> Auto zoom
for image sensor
size
Indicator (feet)
Indicator (meters)
Slave ID
Zoom focal length
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Getting Started and
Basic Operation
Installing the Batteries ............................................ 8
Attaching and Detaching the Flash......................... 9
Turning on the Power Switch................................ 10
Fully Automatic Flash Shooting ............................. 11
Using E-TTL II and E-TTL Autoflash in the
Shooting Modes.................................................... 12
To avoid overheating and degrading the flash
head, do not fire more than 20 continuous
flashes. After 20 continuous flashes, allow a rest
time of at least 10 min.
If you fire more than 20 continuous flashes and
then fire more flashes in short intervals, the
inner overheating prevention function may be
activated to make the recycling time about 8 to
20 sec. If this occurs, allow a rest time of about
15 min. and the flash will then return to normal.
Cautions for firing continuous flashes
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Install four size-AA batteries.
1Open the cover.
Slide the battery compartment cover
as shown by the arrow and open it.
2Install the batteries.
Make sure the + and – battery
contacts are correctly oriented as
shown in the battery compartment.
3Close the cover.
Close the battery compartment cover
and slide it as shown by the arrow.
Recycling Time and Flash Count
Based on new size-AA alkaline batteries and Canon’s testing standards.
Installing the Batteries
Recycling Time (Approx.) Flash Count (Approx.)
0.1 - 3.0 sec. 200 - 1400
Using size-AA batteries other than the alkaline type may cause improper
battery contact due to the irregular shape of the battery contacts.
If you change the batteries after firing many flashes continuously, be
aware that the batteries might be hot.
Use a new set of four batteries of the same brand. When replacing the
batteries, replace all four at one time.
Size-AA Ni-MH or lithium batteries can also be used.
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1Attach the Speedlite.
Slip the Speedlite’s mounting foot into
the camera’s hot shoe all the way.
(The mounting foot will protrude
slightly from the hot shoe.)
2Secure the Speedlite.
On the mounting foot, slide the lock
lever to the right.
XWhen the lock lever clicks in place, it
will be locked.
3Detach the Speedlite.
While pressing the lock-release
button, slide the lock lever to the left
and detach the Speedlite.
Attaching and Detaching the Flash
Before attaching or detaching the Speedlite, be sure to turn off the Speedlite.
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