Panasonic PV-DC1580 operating instructions Loosen Tighten, Slide the Mode Select Switch to one

Using the Flash

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LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

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Attaching the Flash

1 Pull up on the connecting plug from its retracted position as shown above.

2 Connect to the digital camera connecting jack.

3 Rotate thumbwheel to secure the flash.

•Be sure to set the Digital Camera and the flash unit to OFF before attaching or removing the flash unit.

Using the Flash

4 Slide the MODE Select Switch to one

of the following positions to use the flash.

•AUTO The flash automatically lights depending on lighting conditions.

•	The flash will light whenever you
	capture an image.

•OFF The flash will not light even when you capture an image.

NOTE:

•Please set the MODE Select Switch to OFF when taking Macro shots (see page 21).

•The flash will not light when the unit is in Multi Mode (see page 18).

•The LED Lamp on the flash unit lights when flash is charged and ready.

•The effective range of the flash is roughly

3.3feet (1m) to 8.2 feet (2.5m).

•If you are using the flash in very bright areas, the image background may become dark.

•While not in use, remove the battery from the flash unit.

•Remove the flash unit when not in use.

•Never handle the flash unit if your hands are wet. This may result in electric shock or damage to the flash.

•Do not use the flash close to people's faces as it may be harmful to the eyes. Especially when capturing images of infants or small children, keep at least 3.3 feet (1m) away.

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