Miranda 700CD on *istD

Landy Mann
Posted 02/04/2008 - 14:56 Link
Hi Can any one tell me how to use may miranda 700CD multidedicated flash on my *ist D? I have tried but have had no succsess. http://www.mirandacamera.com/_accessories/_dixons_flashguns/flashguns.htm

Thanks David
Miranda MS-3 35mm
Pentax *istD
Pentax MX 35mm
Richoh KR-10M 35mm
50mm SMC ASHAI PK
28-70mm Miranda PK
18-55mm Pentax DA
28-70mm CPC AUTO ZOOM PKA
80-200mm Hanimex PK
135mm Panagor PMC AUTO TELE PK
Too many flashes to count!
dangie
Posted 02/04/2008 - 15:56 Link
Firstly, are you sure the flash trigger voltage of the Miranda is not too high for the camera? If it is it could seriously damage the cameras electrics.
Secondly, what do you mean by no success? No flash or poor exposure?
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Landy Mann
Posted 02/04/2008 - 16:15 Link
I am getting no flash but as it could damage it i will leave it for awhile and search for more info.

Thanks

David
Miranda MS-3 35mm
Pentax *istD
Pentax MX 35mm
Richoh KR-10M 35mm
50mm SMC ASHAI PK
28-70mm Miranda PK
18-55mm Pentax DA
28-70mm CPC AUTO ZOOM PKA
80-200mm Hanimex PK
135mm Panagor PMC AUTO TELE PK
Too many flashes to count!
Mannesty
Posted 02/04/2008 - 19:21 Link
You'll need to check the trigger voltage with a voltmeter (digital or analogue). Measure between the centre pin and the ground strip, usually inside the mount. If it's 10's of volts you can safely assume it's OK. If it's 100's of volts, don't use it.
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Landy Mann
Posted 03/04/2008 - 17:00 Link
Thanks i will try that

David
Miranda MS-3 35mm
Pentax *istD
Pentax MX 35mm
Richoh KR-10M 35mm
50mm SMC ASHAI PK
28-70mm Miranda PK
18-55mm Pentax DA
28-70mm CPC AUTO ZOOM PKA
80-200mm Hanimex PK
135mm Panagor PMC AUTO TELE PK
Too many flashes to count!
arcasey
Posted 19/12/2008 - 03:53 Link
What was your result?
I tested the one I have and the voltage was 8.9 reversing momentarily to -130 after discharge.
My AF 360 on the other hand settles around 3V in opposite polarity. Makes me very wary of using the Miranda on my K200!
arcasey from NZ

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