| Author | Message | ||
     Andreas Berg Rating: N/A |
The solution is simple: the FP contact triggers the flash before the shutter opens, hence no picture. This contact was designed for the slow burning FP flasbulbs (no longer made), intended for use with focal plane (FP) shutters and fast sutter speeds. The bulb would give a constant light output for long enough time for the shutter to travel across the entire frame. But - the bulb had to be triggered a short instant befor the shutter began travelling, to allow the light output to reach maximum level (we are talking milliseconds here). I have done the same mistake myself, so I am familiar with the problem. It seems like you have to get the x-contact repaired. Or you simply buy an inexpensive adapter to put in the hot-shoe, with an x-contact built in. Andreas |