Paula S. Masterson |
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Canon 420EX Speedlite
I was recently shooting a wedding, outdoors in a sunny location, when I noticed that the green Pilot lite had turned red, and now is permanently that way. I tried changing the batteries, but nothing. When I removed the old ones, they were quite hot. Strangely, the flash still fires.Has anyone else experienced this? I am hoping that the unit didn't overheat in the sun, causing this - tho the auto shut-off should have functioned. Nothing else seems to be wrong. Thanks!
paula masterson
July 12, 2005
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Christopher A. Vedros |
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I don't have my flash or my manual here at work with me, but if me memory serves me, I think the pilot light has always been red. The green light is the exposure confirmation light that lights up to indicate a proper flash exposure. I could be wrong, I've spent a lot of time in the sun, also.
July 12, 2005
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Paula S. Masterson |
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Well, duh, me ... You are absolutely right - and I even reread the manual. What can I say?? I was really concerned about how hot the batteries felt when I changed them out. Have you used this unit in the sun, and experienced anything like that? It just seemed NOT to be a good sign.
July 12, 2005
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Christopher A. Vedros |
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What type of batteries are you using? I've heard that Ni-Cad batteries can get pretty hot during normal use (even when it's not hot outside) and so they are not the best choice for cameras and flashes. I have several sets of Ni-MH batteries for my flash. They get warm when they are on the charger, but they're fine in the flash. Ni-MH batteries will also give you the best performance. I've heard of Li-Ion AA batteries, but have not yet seen them in stores.
July 12, 2005
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Daniel Diaz |
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You are correct here Chris, the other thing to consider is alot of digital equipment is not very compatible with Ni-Cad batteries, check the manual again and see if you can find this warning. I know with my FujiS5100, it states no Ni-Cad batteries only Alkaline or Ni-MH.
July 12, 2005
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