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This mark indicates the Active Interface Shoe
System for use with Sony video products.
Video components and accessories equipped
with this system are designed to make
effective recording simple.
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it
for future reference.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For the Customers in CANADA
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN
ICES-003.
Features
• When attached to a camcorder this unit functions as a video light and
flash.
• This video flash light is compatible with camcorders that have an active
interface shoe attached. The video flash light can therefore receive power
via the camcorder.
• Video light ON/OFF is controlled with the camcorder in standby mode.
When setting to AUTO, the video light comes on automatically in dark
places.
• The video flash can only be used on a camcorder with the PHOTO
recording function.
As the brightness of the flash is automatically adjusted according to the
distance of the subjects, your picture does not become whitish with too
much brightness.
Precautions
Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window
and surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on and just after it is
turned off.
• Never look directly at the lamp while the video light or flash is on.
• Avoid placing the video flash light near combustible or volatile solvents
such as alcohol or benzine.
• Do not let any solid object or liquid fall onto or into the video flash light.
• Do not knock or jolt the video flash light while it is turned on as it may
damage or shorten the life of the lamp.
• Do not leave the video light on while it is resting on or against something;
it may cause a fire or damage the video flash light.
• While using the video flash light, the battery supplies power to both the
camcorder and the video flash light. This shortens the operating time of
the battery to less than half of the normal time.
• Do not pick up the camcorder by the head of the video flash light.
• Remove the video flash light before putting the camcorder into a carrying
case.
• Do not place anything over the ventilation grill.
• When the cover is hot do not allow it to get wet.
• The battery level may not be displayed correctly when using an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery and “InfoLITHIUM” compatible camcorder with
the video flash light.
• The flash does not operate when recording moving pictures.
On cleaning
Clean the video flash light with a dry soft cloth. You can remove stubborn
stains with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution, then
dry the unit with a soft cloth.
Never use strong solvents, such as thinner, benzine or alcohol, since these
will damage the finish on the surface.
Specifications
Power requirements 7.2 V DC
Power consumption Approx. 3.5 W
Video light segment
Lamp 6 V DC/3 W
Maximum luminous intensity Approx. 100 cd
Lighting direction Horizontal
Lighting angle Approx. 15 degrees
Continuous lighting time (when not using the flash)
Lighting duration
Type of battery pack Used with camcorder (DCR-HC90)*
NP-FA50 35 (30)
NP-FA70 70 (60)
(Approx. minutes using fully-charged battery pack)
* When used with the LCD panel closed. Duration with the LCD panel
open is shown in parentheses.
Illumination range Approx. 1 m (3
1
/4 ft) : 100 lux,
Approx. 2 m (6
1
/2 ft) : 25 lux,
Approx. 3 m (9
3
/4 ft) : 11 lux
Color temperature Approx. 3,000 K
Average life of lamp Approx. 100 hours
Video flash segment
Flash life Approx. 1,500 times
Guide no. equivalent to approx. 10
Others
Dimensions Approx. 31.5 × 62.5 × 47 mm
(1 1/4 × 2 1/2 × 1 7/8 inches) (w/h/d)
Mass Approx. 52 g (1.9 oz)
Included items Video flash light (1)
Pouch (1)
Set of printed documentation
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
A Attaching or removing the video
flash light to a camcorder
Set the power switch of the video flash light to OFF before attaching or
removing it from the camcorder.
To attach the video flash light
1 Make sure that you completely turn the lock knob
counterclockwise1.
2 Align the arrow on the rear of the video flash light2 with the
arrow on the camcorder3.
3 Attach the shoe connector (terminal) of the video flash light to
the concave part of the camcorder4, and then slide the video
flash light in the direction of the arrow3.
4 Turn the lock knob clockwise until it clicks into place.
5 Turn the video flash light to the same direction as the
camcorder lens.
The video flash light can be rotated more than 180 degrees.
To remove the video flash light
1 Loosen the lock knob by turning it counterclockwise in the
opposite direction of the arrow.
2 Push down and pull out the video flash light in the opposite
direction of the arrow to remove it.
Note
If you cannot insert the video flash light, turn the lock knob
counterclockwise until it reaches the end to cancel the lock.
B Using the video flash
Use the video flash only with a camcorder which has the PHOTO recording
function. The DCR-HC90 is the model used for explaining the instructions.
For details, refer to the operating instructions of your camcorder.
1 Set the camcorder POWER switch to CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-
MEMORY.
Set the camcorder to any flash setting except “no flash.”
When auto flash is set, the flash automatically operates if there is
insufficient surrounding light. When “forced flash” is set, the flash
always operates regardless of the surrounding brightness.
2 Set the power switch to READY.
The charge complete lamp READY blinks as the video flash light starts
to charge. When charging is complete, the charge complete lamp
READY stops blinking but remains on.
3 Keep pressing the camcorder PHOTO button lightly to confirm
the image. Keep the camcorder PHOTO button pressed down
lightly.
The PHOTO button controls video flash operation when the camcorder
POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE.
A still picture appears in the viewfinder and the memory indicator
comes on.
Recording is not carried out at this point.
To change the still picture, release the camcorder PHOTO button. The
video flash light starts charging again after you release the camcorder
PHOTO button. Wait until the battery charge complete lamp READY
appears before lightly pressing the PHOTO button again.
Because the camcorder automatically adjusts the brightness when you
press the PHOTO button, the image may get darker or the colors may
seem to change.
4 Press the camcorder PHOTO button deeper.
The PHOTO button controls video flash operation when the camcorder
POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY.
When you press the PHOTO button, the bar scroll indicator disappears
and recording stops. During recording, captured images appear in the
viewfinder or on the LCD.
When you release the PHOTO button, the video flash light automatically
starts to recharge after the image is recorded.
After use
Set the power switch to OFF.
Notes
• You cannot use this unit with the built-in flash of the camcorder.
• The appropriate distance between a subject and the video flash light is
approx. 1 m to 5 m (3 1/4 ft to 16 1/4 ft) in a dark room.
• During recording, keep your fingers away from the sensor A of this unit.
Otherwise, the brightness of the flash cannot be adjusted properly.
• The video flash light uses the same battery as your camcorder. If the
battery level is low, the flash light takes more time to recharge.
• The video flash light will be recharged even if it is completely charged
after:
- you set the power switch to OFF.
- you set the camcorder to PLAY/EDIT.
C Using the video light
To turn on the video light automatically in a
dark place
1 Set the power switch to AUTO.
2 Set the camcorder to standby mode.
The video light turns on automatically when using the camcorder in a
dark place.
In AUTO mode, the video light is turned off automatically after about 5
minutes even during recording.
To turn off the video light when the light is on, switch the camcorder to
OFF (CHG), or set the video light to OFF.
To turn on the video light for the entire recording time, switch the video
light to LIGHT.
To control the video light with the camcorder
in standby mode
1 Set the power switch to LIGHT.
2 Set the camcorder to standby mode.
The video light is turned on in sync with the camcorder.
To turn off the video light, switch the camcorder to OFF (CHG), or
switch the video light to OFF.
After use
Set the power switch to OFF.
Notes
• The battery discharges while the camcorder is in standby mode. Be sure
to switch from standby to OFF (CHG).
• Store in pouch when not in use.
• Make sure the video light has cooled down before storing it.
D Lighting up a subject
• When recording indoors with this unit, you can get clear and beautiful
color pictures.
• For wide angle shots, the video light may not light the corners of pictures
completely. Use the video light for shooting the main subject of the
picture effectively.
• Fluorescent lights tend to produce flickering in the recording. Use of the
video light may help to produce better pictures with less color blur.
E Replacing the lamp
Use the Sony XB-3L xenon lamp. Consult your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility for replacement of xenon lamp XB-3L.
Order the following parts number when purchasing the xenon lamp :
A-1099-823-s.
The lamp is hot when it has just burned out. Wait until the lamp cools
down before removing it.
1 Remove the front cover by inserting something like a coin after
making sure that the unit is cool enough to handle.
2Replace the lamp.
1 Cover the old lamp with the tube supplied with the new
lamp for replacement and pull the tube out to replace the old
lamp.
2 Insert the new lamp into the socket straightly.
*Do not tilt the lamp.
3 Insert the pawls on the front cover and attach it.
Notes
• The lamp is hot when it has just burned out. Make sure that the lamp is
cool enough to handle.
• To prevent the lamp from being smudged with fingerprints, handle it
with a dry cloth. If the lamp is smudged, wipe it completely clean.
• The interior of this unit contains high voltage, opening it can cause
electrical shock.
• To inspect the unit’s interior, consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony
Service facility.
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/Operating Instructions/Mode d’emploi/
Manul de instrucciones/
Video Flash Light
Lampe flash vidéo
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Français
Ce label indique le système de griffe Active
interface shoe conçu pour les produits vidéo
Sony. Les composants et accessoires munis de
ce label permettent une prise de vues plus
simple et efficace.
Avant d’utiliser l’appareil, veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel et
conservez-le pour toute référence ultérieure.
AVERTISSEMENT
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Pour les clients au Canada
CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA
NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.
Caractéristiques
• Rattaché à un camescope, cet appareil sert de lampe et de flash vidéo.
• Cette lampe-flash vidéo est compatible avec les caméscopes équipés
d’une griffe Active interface shoe. La lampe-flash vidéo peut par
conséquent être alimentée par le caméscope.
(Suite á la page arrière)
NP-FA50
NP-FA70
DCR-HC90
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60
DCR-HC90
35
70
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