Optional Color Enhancement Light
An optional VLP04 color enhancement light shown on page 55 helps create brighter, sharper pictures in very low light conditions. It lights subjects in darkened areas or corrects unflattering shadows.
Light Power Connector
Light Power Button
Tab |
Caution: Do not touch the light power connector when the camcorder is on.
Accessory Shoe
1.Attach the rechargeable battery or AC adapter/charger to power the camcorder.
2.Make sure the camcorder is turned off. Then attach the light to the light power connector and accessory shoe as shown above.
3.Press and hold the small button on the CAM/OFF/VCR switch while placing it in CAM.
4.Turn on the light by pressing the power button on the light.
Note: Press the button again to turn off the light.
5.To remove the light from the camcorder, depress the light and release the tab from the accessory shoe. Then slide the light off the camcorder.
Notes: Turn on the light only when needed. The power consumption of the light is much more than that of the camcorder. When the light is turned on, the operation time of the rechargeable battery is reduced by more than half.
Avoid bumping or shaking the light when in use. The light’s bulb is sensitive when hot and may burn out.
Do not allow water to drop on the light when in operation.
Do not touch the bulb with your fingers. It may shorten its service life.
Make sure the front case of the light is properly attached after removing it or replacing a bulb.
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