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 Posted: Wed Jun 27th, 2012 15:18
Robert



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If it IS 9 volts then it should be OK, Measuring the voltage isn't completely straightforward, but if you are using a good digital meter then that may be OK.

Perhaps a secondary question, If you note the comments on the website I gave you, Vivitar say the *earlier* version of the gun can output much higher and damaging voltages. Can you see on the flashgun any markings which suggest it is the early version? If it is marked HV that seems to suggest it's the later version with the lower voltage.



The fact that no problems have arisen with the camera so far is not a guarantee that all is well.

I don't wish to seem to be a prophet of doom but this is a grey area and I would take the cautious route. Putting it in blunt terms, which is cheaper, a camera body or a flashgun?



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