Hitachi DZGX20MA, DZMV750MA, DZ-BX31A, DZMV780MA Built-in Video Flash for DZ-GX20MA only

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Built-in Video Flash (for DZ-GX20MA only)

When recording photos in a dark place, or if the subject is lit from rear, the DZ-GX20MA makes use of the built-in Video Flash for automatic brightening: The Video Flash can also be set to On where the light is always being emitted, or Off when you wish to record without using the flash even in a dark place.

Setting	On-screen display	Manner of emitting light
Auto	(when the PHOTO button is	Automatically emits light in dark place or in a spot lit
	pressed	from rear.
On	(	Always emits light regardless of brightness.
Off	)	No light emission.

English

1 Press the MENU button, and choose Flash from the Camera Functions Setup menu.

2 Choose the option for Flash and decide it.

3 Press the MENU
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●Optional Video Flash (for DZ- GX20MA or DZ-MV780MA only)

See “Introduction to Optional Accessories” on page 162.

You can use the optional DZ-FLH3 Video Flash* (p. 162): Refer to the instruction manual of Video Flash for use.

* Unavailable for DZ-MV750MA or DZ-BX31A.

Note:

•The built-in Video Flash setting will not change even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. Unless recording is to be made with the fixed Flash setting, it is recommended to return it to “Auto” after recording with the “On” or “Off” setting, before turning the DVD video camera/recorder off.

•When recording dark subjects, the shutter speed will be slower, so don’t let the camera shake.

•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.

•The built-in Video Flash cannot be used when a conversion lens is attached: Specify “Flash: Off”.

•The Video Flash automatically adjusts the amount of light emitted, but the light amount adjustment may be insufficient when a subject is too far away or too near.

•If you continuously record using the Flash, the Flash may not emit light or the amount of light may not be adjustable. After recording using the Flash, it is recommended that you wait for a few moments, before pressing the PHOTO button to record.

•The distance for the built-in Video Flash to adjust the appropriate amount of light will vary depending on the subject, but it is approximately 3.2 – 8.2 feet (1 – 2.5 m).

•When recording a close-up photo, specify Flash: Off. Using the flash too near subject could cause a whitish image.

•“ ( ” will blink during charging of the battery for Video Flash.

•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 3.2 feet (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.

•When the DZ-FLH3 is attached to DZ-GX20MA, the built-in video flash in DZ-GX20MA will not operate.

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