Before Use - Sony HVL-F43AM Operating Instructions Manual

Before use

Use this unit in combination with a Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera that
has an Auto-lock Accessory Shoe, or a Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital HD
Video Camera Recorder that has an Auto-lock Accessory Shoe. Some functions
cannot be used with some model cameras.
See the operating instructions of this unit and refer to the operating instructions of
your camera.
Although this flash unit is designed with dustproofness and splash-
proofness in mind, it may not keep dust or splashes completely out.
Do not place this flash unit in the following locations
Regardless of whether this flash unit is in use or in storage, do not place it in any of
the following locations. Doing so may lead to a malfunction.
• Placing this flash unit in locations subject to direct sunlight such as on
dashboards or near a heater may cause this unit to deform or malfunction.
• Locations with excessive vibration
• Locations with strong electromagnetism
• Locations with excessive sand
In locations such as the seashore and other sandy areas or where dust clouds
occur, protect the unit from sand and dust.
This may lead to a malfunction.
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