Sunpak PF20XD Flash Instruction Manual

This document is the instruction manual for PF20XD, which provides information on how to use the product and important instructions.


Sunpak PF20XD Flash Instruction Manual - cover page
Brand
Sunpak
Document type
User Manual
Language
Japanese
Pages
7
File format
PDF
File size
1.2 MB
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
07E855C3087B0C6BAF97B8CAD4C11FAB

About this manual

This manual introduces the Sunpak PF20XD flash, covering important safety precautions and proper handling to prevent injury or damage. It explains how to install batteries, turn the unit on and off, and prepare the flash for shooting.

The guide details mounting options, camera‑flash synchronization settings, the built‑in wide panel, power‑ratio adjustments, and includes a full specification table. It also offers practical shooting tips and maintenance advice. This manual is written in Japanese.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Safety Warnings
  • Battery Installation
  • Power On/Off
  • Shooting Preparation
  • Mounting the Flash
  • Camera and Flash Settings
  • Power Ratio Settings
  • Built‑in Wide Panel Usage
  • Shooting Precautions

Specifications

Dimming MethodExternal auto, Power Ratio
Power Source2 × AA batteries
Flash Repetition (Alkaline)≈9 s
Flash Repetition (NiMH)≈5 s
Flash Count (Alkaline)≈70 flashes
Flash Count (NiMH)≈120 flashes
Auto Effective DistanceF2.8 1.5‑7 m / F4 1‑5 m / F5.6 0.7‑3.5 m
Power RatioFull, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
Beam Anglecovers ≥24 mm focal length
Flash Duration≈1/2,000‑1/30,000 s
Wide PanelBuilt‑in, equivalent to 24 mm lens
Dimensions (H×W×D)≈58×78×29 mm
Weight≈100 g

Frequently asked questions

How do I install the batteries?

Remove the battery cover, insert two AA batteries with correct polarity, then close the cover.

How can I mount the PF20XD on a camera?

You can attach it directly to the camera’s hot shoe or use the supplied bracket with a shoe adapter.

What power‑ratio settings are available?

The flash offers five power‑ratio steps: Full, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, and 1/32, selectable by rotating the dial clockwise from MAX.

What is the safe distance for auto‑sync operation?

Auto sync works within the distances listed for each guide number: F2.8 1.5‑7 m, F4 1‑5 m, and F5.6 0.7‑3.5 m.

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