Sony HDR-CX500V - Manual (Page 85)


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 ON The SteadyShot function is used.
OFF ( ) The SteadyShot function is not used.
FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external
flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(MENU)
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[FLASH MODE] (under [PHOTO SETTINGS] category)
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desired setting
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 AUTO Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
ON ( ) Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness.
OFF ( ) Records without flash.
Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to 2.0 m (1
to 6.5 feet).
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.
The /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (p. 19) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery
charge is complete.
If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be effective.
The built-in flash is not flashed when [CONVERSION LENS] (p. 78) is set to [WIDE CONVERSION] or
[TELE CONVERSION], you cannot also set [FLASH MODE].
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(MENU)
 
[FLASH LEVEL] (under [PHOTO SETTINGS] category)

a
desired setting
 
HIGH ( ) Makes the flash level higher.
 NORMAL ( )
LOW ( ) Makes the flash level lower.
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction)
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) 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.
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