To automatically fire the flash

Auto Flash mode

The flash automatically fires when there is not enough light or the subject is backlit.

1. Open the slide cover.

Lite Touch Zoom 140ED

Lite Touch Zoom 140ED QD

When you open the slide cover, the power is turned on and the built-in

flash automatically pops up. The “” mark appears on the LCD panel and Auto Flash mode is automatically selected.

Automatic flash firing for a backlit scene

When the subject is backlit, the flash is automatically fired while simultaneously compensating exposure for the main subject and the background.

2. Check that the orange and green LEDs light up, then shoot.

Example

If there is enough light, “” appears on the LCD panel, and the flash does not fire.

While the orange LED is blinking with the Shutter Release button pressed lightly, the flash is being charged, and the shutter cannot be released. Lightly press the Shutter Release button again, and release the shutter after the orange LED stops blinking and stays lit.

Pressing down on the popped-up flash unit will prevent the flash from firing. Do NOT touch the flash unit.

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Nikon 140ED To automatically fire the flash, Check that the orange and green LEDs light up, then shoot, Auto Flash mode