Hitachi DZ-BX31A User Manual
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Built-in Video Flash (for DZ-GX20MA only)
When recording photos in a dark place, or if the subject is lit from rear, the DZ-GX20MA makes use of
the built-in Video Flash for automatic brightening: The Video Flash can also be set to On where the light
is always being emitted, or Off when you wish to record without using the flash even in a dark place.
the built-in Video Flash for automatic brightening: The Video Flash can also be set to On where the light
is always being emitted, or Off when you wish to record without using the flash even in a dark place.
1
Press the MENU button, and choose Flash
from the Camera Functions Setup menu.
from the Camera Functions Setup menu.
2
Choose the option for Flash and decide it.
3
Press the MENU
button to end the
setting.
button to end the
setting.
* Displayed when
using DZ-
GX20MA to
record photo (not
displayed when
the optional Video
Flash is
connected)
GX20MA to
record photo (not
displayed when
the optional Video
Flash is
connected)
●Optional Video Flash (for DZ-
GX20MA or DZ-MV780MA only)
See “Introduction to Optional Accessories” on
page 162.
page 162.
You can use the optional DZ-FLH3 Video Flash*
(p. 162): Refer to the instruction manual of Video
Flash for use.
* Unavailable for DZ-MV750MA or DZ-BX31A.
(p. 162): Refer to the instruction manual of Video
Flash for use.
* Unavailable for DZ-MV750MA or DZ-BX31A.
Note
:
• The built-in Video Flash setting will not change even
when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.
Unless recording is to be made with the fixed Flash
setting, it is recommended to return it to “Auto” after
recording with the “On” or “Off” setting, before turning
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
Unless recording is to be made with the fixed Flash
setting, it is recommended to return it to “Auto” after
recording with the “On” or “Off” setting, before turning
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
• When recording dark subjects, the shutter speed will
be slower, so don’t let the camera shake.
• However, dark subjects may not be in clear focus even
if the Video Flash is used. It is recommended that you
light a subject when recording in a dark place.
light a subject when recording in a dark place.
• The built-in Video Flash cannot be used when a
conversion lens is attached: Specify “Flash: Off”.
• The Video Flash automatically adjusts the amount of
light emitted, but the light amount adjustment may be
insufficient when a subject is too far away or too near.
insufficient when a subject is too far away or too near.
• If you continuously record using the Flash, the Flash
may not emit light or the amount of light may not be
adjustable. After recording using the Flash, it is
recommended that you wait for a few moments,
before pressing the PHOTO button to record.
adjustable. After recording using the Flash, it is
recommended that you wait for a few moments,
before pressing the PHOTO button to record.
• The distance for the built-in Video Flash to adjust the
appropriate amount of light will vary depending on the
subject, but it is approximately 3.2 – 8.2 feet (1 – 2.5 m).
subject, but it is approximately 3.2 – 8.2 feet (1 – 2.5 m).
• When recording a close-up photo, specify Flash: Off.
Using the flash too near subject could cause a whitish
image.
image.
• “ ( ” will blink during charging of the battery for Video
Flash.
• While “ ( ” is flashing, the video flash will not emit
light, though the DVD camera/recorder is recording.
• Do not use the Video Flash when approaching the
human eye. Emitting light from Video Flash near human
eye could damage the subject’s eyesight. Especially
when recording a baby or small child, move the DVD
video camera/recorder at least 3.2 feet (1 m) away.
eye could damage the subject’s eyesight. Especially
when recording a baby or small child, move the DVD
video camera/recorder at least 3.2 feet (1 m) away.
• Do not use the Video Flash while pointing it at a driver
in vehicle: Doing so could dazzle the driver, causing
an accident.
an accident.
• Do not use the Video Flash in a place where there is
flammable or explosive gas: Doing so could cause fire
or explosion.
or explosion.
• When the DZ-FLH3 is attached to DZ-GX20MA, the
built-in video flash in DZ-GX20MA will not operate.
Setting
On-screen display
Manner of emitting light
Auto
(
when the PHOTO button is
pressed
Automatically emits light in dark place or in a spot lit
from rear.
from rear.
On
(
Always emits light regardless of brightness.
Off
)
No light emission.
P r o g r am AE
Wh i t e Ba l .
Wh i t e Ba l .
F l a s h
D i g . Z o om
On
Au t o
ENTER
RETURN
O f f
Came r a F u n c t i on s S e t u p
RAM
RAM
3 9 4
REM
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 0 0 6
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