Nikon SB-5000 Reference Manual
B-17
B
Operation
En-01
Compatible batteries and replacement/
recharging
When replacing batteries, use 4 fresh AA-size batteries or fully-charged
rechargeable batteries of the same brand. Refer to the following table to
determine when to replace batteries with fresh ones or recharge batteries
according to how long the flash-ready indicator takes to come on. Do not
mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types or makes.
rechargeable batteries of the same brand. Refer to the following table to
determine when to replace batteries with fresh ones or recharge batteries
according to how long the flash-ready indicator takes to come on. Do not
mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types or makes.
Battery type
Time the flash-ready indicator
takes to come on
1.5 V LR6 (AA-size) alkaline battery
20 s or more
1.2 V HR6 (AA-size) rechargeable Ni-MH
battery
battery
10 s or more
• For minimum recycling time and number of flashes for each battery
type, refer to “Specifications” (0H-23).
• Alkaline battery performance may vary greatly depending on the
manufacturer.
• 1.5 V R6 (AA-size) carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended.
• Using an optional external power source increases the number of
• Using an optional external power source increases the number of
flashes and provides shorter recycling times (0H-17).
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Additional precautions regarding batteries
• Read and follow battery cautions in “For Your Safety” (0A-16 – A-19).
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on the section,
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on the section,
“Notes on Batteries” (0H-9), before using the battery.