Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) - Canon POWERSHOT A580 User Manual

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_ Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold
Separately)
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.
Bracket
(Comes with the flash)
Tripod
Sockets
X
O o 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 close
proximity.
• The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight o[
when there are no reflective items