Ricoh CAMERA RDC-i500 operation manual Changing Flash Modes, Display Mode Explanation

Changing Flash Modes

There are four flash modes available with this camera. Switch the flash mode to meet your photographic needs.

Display	Mode	Explanation
	Flash Off	The flash will not fire, even in dark places. Use
		this mode in places where flash photography is
		prohibited and in bright indoor settings.
	Auto	The flash will fire automatically in dark places
		and where there is backlighting.
	Forced Flash	Backlighting and strong light can produce dark
		shadows on the faces of the subjects. Use this
(lit)		mode in such situations. The flash will always
		fire, regardless of the brightness.
	Slow Synchro	The flash can be fired to illuminate the subject
		while a slow shutter speed correctly exposes the
(blinking)		background. By firing the flash, it is possible to
		avoid the background alone being darkened.
		Use this mode at indoor parties, etc., to clearly
		photograph the subjects while making the most
		of the background atmosphere.

* The factory default setting is (Flash Off) mode.

Effective Range of the Flash

When you shoot with the flash activated, the flash has an effective range of about 0.6 – 2.5 m (2 – 8.2 feet). The subject will appear dark in the picture if the light from the flash fails to reach it.

A Set the mode dial to [		] or [	]
B Press the	button and select the
flash mode (	, ,	lit, blinking).

The flash mode will change each time the button is pressed.

The selected flash mode will be displayed. In Auto mode, the symbol will be displayed on the LCD monitor only and not on the LCD panel.

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