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Using the VL-3 Video Light (optional)
1. Slide the Video Light onto the camcorder’s accessory shoe and
tighten with the shoe lock.
• Slide in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the Video Light until it
clicks securely into place.
• Make sure that the light does not come disconnected when turning the shoe
lock.
2. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to camera mode.
3. Turn the Video Light’s power switch to AUTO or ON.
• (Connection) appears in the display.
• ON: The Video Light stays on.
• AUTO: The Video Light turns on/off automatically according to the level of
brightness of the shooting conditions.
• When the Video Light is set to AUTO, it will not turn itself on/off during
exposure lock or while the camera is recording a still picture, even if the
brightness of the surroundings changes.
Caution:
• Be careful not to touch the bulb or the surrounding area during or immediately
after use; it becomes very hot. Keep the Video Light away from flammable or
plastic materials.
• Do not look directly at the bulb while the Video Light is on.
• Never carry the camera holding the Video Light.
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When recording in dark rooms, attach the Video Light to the camera’s
advanced accessory shoe. The Video Light is powered by the same power source
as the camcorder.
Also refer to the VL-3 Video Light instructions.
Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the Video Light.
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