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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
11-12-2011, 08:26 AM
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Hi,
I'd love some info on using my camera with studio lights. I recently purchased a K-R (my first DSLR), which has performed nicely, but I was unable to get it to sync to a Bowens monolight.
I was using an inexpensive (and unreliable) wireless flash trigger, but even when the flash fired, it wasn't in sync. The camera didn't seem to recognize the light system. (I've successfully used this light and trigger with a Canon G-9) Unfortunately, I didn't have enough time to work through every combination of camera settings.
I have strobes at home, and was going to try to find a workable combination of settings, using a sync cable running from the hot shoe. When I did some research, I read that I can fry the camera by using a system with high voltage.
Question 1: What are the camera settings necessary to use a K-R with studio strobes?
Question 2: Is it safe to use the K-R with a sync cable? I have a small Porta-Flash system and an old Ascorlight (Berkey?) 800 ws power pack and heads (my preferred system). I have no clue how to determine the voltage they put out.
Many thanks.
Heller
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