Troubleshooting; Firmware Upgrade; Maintenance - Hahnel MODUS 600RT Mode D'emploi

Troubleshooting

If there is a problem, refer to this Troubleshooting Guide.
The Camera Flash does not fire.
• The camera flash is not attached securely to the
camera.
• →Attach the camera's mounting foot securely to the
camera.
• The electrical contacts of the Camera Flash and camera
are dirty.
• →Clean the contacts.
• < > or < > is not displayed in the view finder of
camera.
• →Wait until the flash is fully recycled and the flash
ready indicator lights up.
• →If the flash ready indicator lights up, but <
< > is not displayed in the view finder, check whether
this flash unit is securely attached to the camera
hotshoe.
• →If the flash ready indicator does not light up after a
long wait, check whether the battery power is enough. If
the battery power is low, <
the LCD panel. Please replace the battery immediately.
The power turns off by itself.
• After 90 seconds of idle operation, auto power off took
effect if the flash is set as master.
• →Press the shutter button halfway or press any flash
button to wake up.
• After 60 minutes (or 30 minutes) of idle operation, the
flash unit will enter sleep mode if it is set as slave.
• →Press any flash button to wake up.
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Auto zoom does not work
• The camera flash is not attached securely to the
camera.
• →Attach the camera flash's mounting foot to the
camera.
The flash exposure is underexposed or overexposed.
• There was a highly reflective object (e.g. glass window)
in the picture.
• You used high-speed sync.
• →With high-speed sync, the effective flash range will
be shorter. Make sure the subject is within the effective
flash range displayed.
• You used Manual Flash mode.
• →Set the flash mode to TTL or modify the flash output.
Photos have dark corners or only parts of the target
subject are illuminated.
• The focal length of lens exceeds the flash coverage.
• → Check the flash coverage you set. This flash unit
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> or
> will appear and blink on
Modus 600RT
has the flash coverage between 20 and 200mm, which
fits medium-format cameras. Pull the wide panel out to
extend the flash coverage.

Firmware Upgrade

This flash supports firmware upgrade through the USB
port. Update information will be released on our official
website.
• USB connection cable is not included in this product. The
USB port is a standard Micro USB socket. Common USB
connection cable is suitable.
Compatible Camera Models
• For up to date compatibility of all camera models check
www.hahnel.ie

Maintenance

• Shut down the device immediately should abnormal
operation be detected
• Avoid sudden impacts and the product should be
cleaned regularly
• It is normal for the flash tube to be warm when in use.
Avoid continuous flashes if unnecessary
• Maintenance of the flash must be performed by our
authorized maintenance department which can provide
original accessories
• This product, except consumables e.g. flash tube, is
supported with a one-year warranty
• Unauthorized service will void the warranty
• If the product has malfuctioned or has been damaged
by water do not use until it is repaired by a professional
• Changes made to the specifications or designs may not
be reflected in this manual
This Product complies with the EU Radio
Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. For compliance
data visit www.hahnel.ie
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