952AF/CAN Flash Hi, I've just purchased a 952AF/CAN flash. I plan on using it with my Canon EOS Rebel XTi digital SLR. However, i can't seem to make it work! It charges well, it does discharge using the test button as well. It does not appear to be in sync with the camera. I get nothing but dark gray or black pics. Am I not using it properly? I tried using in all the settings (i.e. Program, Fully Auto etc.) without any success. Help!!!!!

I guess you did the basic thing and see if the flash fires when pressing the shutter button.

I don't know the Rebel itself,but I can suggest a few general things. I will be speculating here for you.

Make sure that in the setup for the flash, that the curtain is in the correct mode. If I remember right there is something about when the flash will fire. Check this in the instruction manual.

Also check the flash sync speed range. If the sync speed is out of range for the flash, it will fire at the wrong time. If you want to experiment, try using 1/60 for a start just to see if it works.

If you call Canon tech support, they will help you.


Jerry G.