Sony HDR-CX12 - Manual (Page 65)

Customizing your camcorder
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[SUB-T DATE] cannot be set for SD (standard
definition) image quality.
FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you
record still images with the built-in flash
or an external flash (optional) that is
compatible with your camcorder.
 AUTO
Automatically flashes when there is
insufficient ambient light.
ON ( )
Always uses the flash regardless of the
surrounding brightness.
OFF ( )
Records without flash.
Notes
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The recommended distance to the subject when
using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to
2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
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Remove any dust from the surface of the flash
before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if
heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
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The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 15) flickers while
charging the flash, and remains lit when the
battery charge is complete.
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If you use the flash in bright places such as
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may
not be effective.
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record
still images using the built-in flash, or an
external flash (optional) that is compatible
with your camcorder.
HIGH ( )
Makes the flash level higher.
 NORMAL ( )
LOW ( )
Makes the flash level lower.
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REDEYE REDUC
You can set this function when you record
still images using the built-in flash or an
external flash (optional) that is compatible
with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON],
then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or
[ON], appears. You can prevent redeye
by activating the pre-flash before the flash
flashes.
Notes
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The redeye reduction may not produce the
desired effect due to individual differences and
other conditions.
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Pre-flash does not flash when SMILE
SHUTTER records still images automatically.
DIAL SETTING
You can select an item you want to set to
the CAMERA CONTROL dial. For details,
see page 30.
CONVERSION LENS
When using a conversion lens (optional),
use this function to record using the
optimum compensation for camera shake
for each lens.
You can select [WIDE CONVERSION]( )
or [TELE CONVERSION]( ). (The default
setting is [OFF].)
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