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How can I use the E-420 with my studio flash equipment if the camera doesnt have a PC connector?

April 26, 2017camera connector e-420 equipment Flash pc Studio

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How can I use the E-420 with my studio flash equipment if the camera doesnt have a PC connector?

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The E-420 uses an electronic rather than mechanical sync circuit that is rated at 6 VDC maximum sync voltage. Because some studio flash systems have a sync voltage that exceeds 6 VDC, a PC sync jack was not incorporated into the camera to prevent users from accidentally damaging their cameras. In addition, the polarity of the studio flash sync pulse may be opposite the polarity of the E-420 sync circuitry. Studio flash equipment should be connected to the E-420 using the Safe Sync Hot Shoe to PC Sync Adapter. The adapter protects the camera from excessive sync voltage up to 400 VDC, and automatically corrects sync pulse polarity. This item (#200329) may be purchased from The Olympus Store. To order, click here.