AccuBrite™ Built-in Light
Using the Light
For recording in dim lighting.
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Note:
•Using Light reduces battery operating time.
•Provide proper ventilation when using Light extensively in a hot environment.
•Using Light when the Camcorder is powered by a car battery may shorten bulb life.
•Set Light to OFF when not in use.
•When Camcorder is in CAMERA Rec mode with LIGHT MODE set to ON or AUTO, changing to VCR Play mode will cause the light to go out and the menu setting will revert to OFF.
When returning to CAMERA Rec mode, the LIGHT MODE must be set again.
Replacing the Bulb
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DANGER:
Before you begin...
•Connect Camcorder to power source.
•Set POWER to CAMERA.
1 Press MENU for MENU mode. Press
UP or DOWN to
select LIGHT MODE . 
2 Press M.FOCUS to set OFF/ON or OFF/ON/AUTO. Press MENU to exit.
3 Press LIGHT repeatedly for Light ON, AUTO, or OFF.
• In AUTO, light turns itself on/off according to lighting conditions.
EVF or LCD Monitor
: Light is on.
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: Light mode is auto.
CAUTION
This mark indicates that light becomes hot. Never cover Light while on.
Before you begin...
•Order Part No. VLLW0015 for replacement bulb.
•Set POWER to OFF.
1Slightly raise portion A of lens cover to unhook, and slide portion B forward to remove.
2Using Tweezers or
•Take unit to service center if you need assistance.
3Replace bulb using a clean cloth or tissue. (Do not touch with fingers.)
4Replace lens cover.
Note:
•Handle bulb gently. Excessive force may cause bulb to crack.
Getting Started
Use only replacement bulb (PART NO. VLLW0015) supplied by Panasonic to reduce risk of fire. Handle new bulb with cloth or tissue as skin oils will decrease bulb life.
Remove lens cover and allow bulb to cool before replacing to avoid possible burn hazard.
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