FujiFilm FINEPIX JZ500 Series User Manual page 117

Problem Problem
The flash does
not fire.
Flash mode not
Flash
available.
The flash does
not fully light the
subject.
There is a dark
part on the fringe
of an image.
Help text is
AC adapter
displayed.
Possible cause Possible cause
The flash is charging.
The flash is not available in the current
shooting mode.
The battery is exhausted.
An option other than OFF is selected for
E CONTINUOUS.
The desired flash mode is not available in
the current shooting mode.
The camera is in silent mode.
The subject is not in range of the flash.
The flash window is obstructed.
The image was taken in a very dark
location selecting B (wide angle) to
zoom.
The camera was turned on while being
powered by an AC adapter.
Solution Solution
Wait for the flash to charge.
Choose a different shooting mode.
Insert a fresh or fully-charged spare battery.
Turn E CONTINUOUS off.
Choose a different shooting mode.
Turn silent mode off.
Position the subject in range of the flash.
Hold the camera correctly.
Take a shot selecting A (telephoto).
Follow the on-screen instructions to enter
demo mode or press the shutter button to
cancel.
Troubleshooting
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