The Canon Speedlite 270EX is a compact flash unit for Canon EOS cameras, and works with the E-TTL II and E-TTL autoflash systems. All control is performed on the camera side, letting you easily enjoy flash shooting in the same manner as a built-in flash. ..Use with an EOS DIGITAL camera • The 270EX is designed for optimum use with an EOS DIGITAL camera. ..Use with an EOS film camera • When used with an E-TTL II or E-TTL autoflash EOS film camera, autoflash shooting can be performed in the same manner as when used with an EOS DIGITAL camera. • The 270EX cannot be used with TTL autoflash EOS film cameras. ..Be sure to also read the description of flash shooting in the camera’s instruction manual. For convenience, a camera compatible with E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash systems is indicated as Type-A camera in camera’s instruction manuals. Contents Nomenclature.............................................................................................................4 Installing the Batteries..............................................................................................5 Attaching the Flash ................................................................................................... 7 Fully Automatic Flash Shooting...............................................................................8 Flash Shooting in Each Camera Mode ....................................................................9 Switching Flash Coverage......................................................................................11 Bounce Flash Shooting...........................................................................................12 Other Functions.......................................................................................................13 Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation..............................................14 Troubleshooting Guide...........................................................................................16 Specifications .......................................................................................................... 17 Nomenclature ..Flash head/AF-assist beam emitter ..Locking pin ..Contacts ..Mounting foot ..Battery compartment cover ..Bounce angle index • .. lamp ..Mounting foot lock lever ..Power switch : Turns on power : Turns off power Installing the Batteries 1 1 Slide the battery compartment cover and open it as shown by the arrows. 2 2 Install two batteries. ..Make sure the + and - battery contacts are correctly oriented. ..Return the cover to its original position. Recycling Time and Flash Count Recycling Time: Approx. 0.1 - 3.9 sec. Flash Count: Approx. 100 - 680 flashes ..Based on new size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries and Canon’s testing standards. ..Be sure to use a new set of two batteries of the same brand. When replacing the batteries, replace both batteries at once. ..Do not fire more than 20 continuous flashes in a short time. If you fire more than 20 continuous flashes in a short time, the overheating prevention function may be activated and make the recycling time about 8 to 20 sec. If this occurs, allow a rest time of about 15 min. and the functioning of the flash will then return to normal. ..If you change the batteries after firing flashes continuously, be aware that the batteries might be hot. ..Using size-AA batteries other than the alkaline type may cause improper battery contact due to the irregular shape of the battery contacts. ..Be sure to use a new set of two batteries of the same brand. When replacing the batteries, replace both batteries at once. ..Do not fire more than 20 continuous flashes in a short time. If you fire more than 20 continuous flashes in a short time, the overheating prevention function may be activated and make the recycling time about 8 to 20 sec. If this occurs, allow a rest time of about 15 min. and the functioning of the flash will then return to normal. ..If you change the batteries after firing flashes continuously, be aware that the batteries might be hot. ..Using size-AA batteries other than the alkaline type may cause improper battery contact due to the irregular shape of the battery contacts. Size-AA Ni-MH or lithium batteries can also be used. Attaching the Flash Be sure to turn off the Speedlite before attaching or detaching it. 1 1 Slide the lock lever to the left and attach the Speedlite to the camera. ..Slip the Speedlite’s mounting foot firmly all the way into the camera’s hot shoe. 2 2 Secure the Speedlite. ..Slide the lock lever to the right. ..To remove the Speedlite, slide the lock lever to the left and detach it from the camera. Fully Automatic Flash Shooting When you set the camera’s shooting mode to (Full Auto), (Creative Auto) or (Program AE), you can shoot in fully automatic flash mode. 1 Set the power switch to . B The flash recycling starts. 2 Check that the lamp is lit. ..When the lamp lights, you can shoot with the flash. ..See...
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