Using The Flash; Auto; Forced Flash; Flash Off - Epson PhotoPC 800 User Manual

Using the Flash

The camera's built-in flash is effective within a range of 1.6
to 11.2 feet (0.5 to 3.4 m), or 6 inches to 1.6 feet (15 to
50 cm) when using the macro feature. Press the flash button
to cycle through the four flash settings.
NOTE
The camera dial must be turned to
An icon for each setting appears on the status display panel,
as shown below:

Auto

The flash goes off automatically whenever it's needed
for adequate lighting (factory setting).

Forced Flash

The flash goes off with every picture you take. Use this
setting to compensate for backlighting; for example,
when you are facing a light source.
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Flash Off

The flash is disabled, even when adequate lighting is
not available. Use this setting for special effects,
where flash photography is prohibited, or for macro mode
close-ups.

Slow Synchronized Flash

To light up the background as well as your subject,
use the slow synchronized flash mode when taking
pictures at night. This option causes the aperture to stay
open longer, allowing more light to enter the camera.
NOTE
Slow synchronized flash is available only in the Program or
Manual user modes. See page 4-2 for information about changing
the user mode.
After you take a flash picture, the icon blinks until the flash is
fully recharged. Your flash setting remains in effect even after
you turn off the camera.
Using the Camera Buttons to Change Settings 3-3
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