Canon POWERSHOT A650IS User Manual page 43

Appendix I 189
High-Power Flash HF-DC1
This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the
subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following
procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting
bracket.
Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this
explanation.
_ TroiPkedts
Bracket
(Comes with the flash)
• The High-Power Flash will not fire in the following situations:
_ When shooting in M mode
- When F ash Sync s set to [2nd-curta n]
When Flash Adjust is set to [Manual]
• The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge
gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF]
when you finish using the flash.
• Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows
with your fingers while the flash is in use.
• The flash may fire if another flash is being used in c ose
proximity.
• The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or
when there are no reflective items.