Hitachi DZMV580A Setting Video Flash for DZ-MV580A, Setting On-screen Manner, Emitting light

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Setting Video Flash (for DZ-MV580A)

See “Introduction to Optional Accessories” on page 157.

When recording stills in a dark place, or the subject is lit from rear, it is recommended that you use the optional DZ-FLH3 Video Flash*(P. 157): Refer to the instruction manual of Video Flash for use.

Setting of	On-screen	Manner of
Video Flash	information	emitting light
AUTO	No display	Automatically
		emits light in dark
		place or in a place
		lit from rear.
ON		Always emits light
		regardless of
		brightness
OFF		No light emission

* Unusable on DZ-MV550A.

Note:

•However, dark subjects may not be in clear focus even if the Video Flash is used. It is recommended that you light a subject when recording in a dark place.

•“ (” will blink while the video flash is being charged.

•While “ (” is flashing, the video flash will not emit light, though the DVD camera/recorder is recording.

•Do not use the Video Flash when approaching the human eye. Emitting light from Video Flash near human eye could damage the subject’s eyesight. Especially when recording a baby or small child, move the DVD video camera/recorder at least 1 m away.

•Do not use the Video Flash while pointing it at a driver in vehicle: Doing so could dazzle the driver, causing an accident.

•Do not use the Video Flash in a place where there is flammable or explosive gas: Doing so could cause fire or explosion.

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