Sony XR500VE Handbook page 79

FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external
flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS)
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setting
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 AUTO
ON ( )
OFF ( )
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Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is about 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
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Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat
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discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
You cannot set this item when a lens filter or accessory lens is attached to your camcorder.
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The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge
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is complete.
If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be effective.
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FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS)
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setting
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HIGH ( )
 NORMAL ( )
LOW ( )
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction)
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON],
appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS)
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setting
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[MOVIE SETTINGS]
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Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
Always uses the flash regardless of the ambient brightness.
Records without flash.
[MOVIE SETTINGS]
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Makes the flash level higher.
Makes the flash level lower.
[MOVIE SETTINGS]
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[FLASH MODE]
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[FLASH LEVEL]
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[REDEYE REDUC]
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