User manual PANASONIC DMW-FL220E

[. . . ] -If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. [. . . ] You may not be able to use some modes depending on the type of digital ± DMC-L1K ± DMC-FZ50 It is not possible to select a mode which cannot be used. (P17) The flash working range is shown on the display panel in line with the settings of the digital camera. Continues to flash for about 5 seconds, it means that the unit has fired successfully. If it does not flash, the unit has not fired successfully. Check the settings on the unit and the digital camera and then take the picture again. 1 Check that the distance to the subject is within the flash working range. If the subject is outside the range, adjust the aperture of the lens or change the distance to the subject. The flash working range changes depending on the type and settings (ISO sensitivity, aperture and focal length) of the digital camera used. 2 Press the shutter button all the way down, and take the picture. (P17) The flash working range is shown on the display panel in line with the settings of the digital camera. A: Flash working range If the settings on the digital camera (ISO sensitivity and aperture) are outside the combinations of the ISO sensitivity and aperture which can be adjusted, the flash working range is not displayed and the user is warned by the flashing of [ISO] and [F] on the display. 6 m or more, and when it is pointed downward, it is 0. Working range when taking pictures in [AUTO] (m) Set to [OFF], the light quantity can be displayed as the light quantity ratio. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down, and take the photo. Number, the aperture and the optimum camera to subject distance When the camera to subject distance and aperture have been decided upon The following formula is used to obtain the guide number (GN), which is then set in the unit. "Aperture (F)" k "Camera to subject distance (m)" m "ISO sensitivity coefficient¢" When the aperture is to be set The following formula is used to obtain the aperture, which is then set in the digital camera. "Guide number (GN)" k "ISO sensitivity coefficient¢" m "Camera to subject distance (m)" How to obtain the optimum camera to subject distance "Guide number (GN)" k "ISO sensitivity coefficient¢" m "Aperture (F)" Taking pictures with bounce lighting Bounce light photography is a Technique which uses the reflected light from a ceiling or a wall onto which the light emitted from a flash unit has been directed. If the flash is aimed directly at the front of the subject when the portrait of a person is to be taken, for instance, strong shadows may form or the person's skin and other areas may appear whitish and indistinct. However, if the bounce light technique is used at times like this, the strong shadows can be minimized and the subject captured naturally. Direction while holding down the bounce unlock button. 2 Point the flash at the ceiling or other reflective surface, and take the photo. Optimum camera to subject distance do not appear on the display panel. [. . . ] Remove the batteries before proceeding with maintenance. Use of solvents may cause a deterioration in the unit's external case and/or the paint to peel off. Wipe away dust and fingerprints using a soft, dry cloth. Do not use kitchen detergents or Onto the unit, wipe off the water with a dry cloth. [. . . ]