Do you mean regular "Auto" flash mode, with the flash set on one of the
two "Auto" settings (not "Manual" or TTL mode)? If so, be sure you're
within the range shown on the scale on the flash.
If you're using the flash in TTL mode, be sure there's film in the
camera and a lens attached. Then be careful not to exceed the flash's
range -- if you're using a small aperture, the maximum range is a matter
if a few feet only.
The T-20 uses a "quench" tube to control the output, meaning it
effectively "dumps" full power every time it's fired. That means the
recycle time will not vary significantly.
Chris Barker wrote:
>
> Dear Zuiks
>
> I have just acquired a T20 in excellent condition but which does not
> seem to operate properly on Auto: the check light does not
> illuminate in light conditions when I would expect it to and the
> recycling time is always the same (12 seconds). Is there any obvious
> thing that I might be doing wrong?
>
> There are new batteries in the unit.
>
> Chris
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