Panasonic PV-DC1580 Digital Camera User Manual


 
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NOTE:
• Please set the MODE Select Switch to OFF
when taking Macro shots (see page 21).
• The flash will not light when the unit is in
Multi Mode (see page 18).
• The LED Lamp on the flash unit lights
when flash is charged and ready.
• The effective range of the flash is roughly
3.3 feet (1m) to 8.2 feet (2.5m).
• If you are using the flash in very bright
areas, the image background may
become dark.
While not in use, remove the battery
from the flash unit.
Remove the flash unit when not in use.
Never handle the flash unit if your
hands are wet. This may result in
electric shock or damage to the flash.
Do not use the flash close to people's
faces as it may be harmful to the eyes.
Especially when capturing images of
infants or small children, keep at least
3.3 feet (1m) away.
Using the Flash
Attaching the Flash
1
Pull up on the connecting plug from its
retracted position as shown above.
2
Connect to the digital camera
connecting jack.
3
Rotate thumbwheel to secure the flash.
Be sure to set the Digital Camera and
the flash unit to OFF before attaching or
removing the flash unit.
Using the Flash
4
Slide the MODE Select Switch to one
of the following positions to use the
flash.
AUTO The flash automatically lights
depending on lighting conditions.
The flash will light whenever you
capture an image.
OFF The flash will not light even when
you capture an image.
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TIGHTEN
LOOSEN
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