Flash troubles

[ShepsMom]

I don't know where else to ask this question. My SB800 isn't working, or shall i say isn't firing. Display and all the controls work, but no flash. Tried it on camera, thought it might be hot shoe problem, nope, tried it remotely, same thing. :scratch:scratch:scratch Changed batteries, didn't help.... Any ideas?
I'm calling Nikon for tech support, estimated waiting time is 15 min.. :lurk

:help

[SloYerRoll]

Hold down both the MODE and ON/OFF buttons for 2-3 seconds to reset the SB800 to all the factory default settings. This will not reset the choice of feet or meters for distance.

[ShepsMom]

Hold down both the MODE and ON/OFF buttons for 2-3 seconds to reset the SB800 to all the factory default settings. This will not reset the choice of feet or meters for distance.

Thanks Slo, but that didn't do anything.
Nikon have no clue, they told me to send it for repair. I need my flash on Tuesday. :soapbox

[WingsOfLovePhoto]

Thanks Slo, but that didn't do anything.
Nikon have no clue, they told me to send it for repair. I need my flash on Tuesday. :soapbox

I was having the same problem, got so frustrated bought a new d300 and a sb600 and now have no problems. Like you..couldn't wait to get the sb 800 fixed. Ugh....good luck

[ShepsMom]

Yeah, i went and bought sb-600. Sending other one to Nikon.
You've got to do, what you've got to do....:deal

[SloYerRoll]

It's a blessing in disguise. It's always good to have backups of your gear if you shoot professionally. :deal