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Video Light
When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the scene by using the
SET VIDEO LIGHT
1 Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required. ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the
camcorder is turned on.
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.
OFF : Turns off the light.
•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s power on.
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON•It is recommended to set the white balance
(☞ pg. 27) to indoor mode (
) when you use the video light.
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.
NOTES:
●Even if the battery indicator ( 
) does not blink in the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.
●When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON switch is set to “AUTO”:
•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF/ AUTO/ON switch.
•While the Sports or
(☞ pg. 19) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
•While the Twilight mode (☞ pg. 19) is engaged, the light will not activate.
DANGER
•The video light become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot.
•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video light and people or objects.
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. •It is recommended that you consult your nearest