56Recording in the Aperture-Priority (Av) ModeYou can select an aperture value in the range F1.6 to F9.5 or CLOSE.1. Set the dial to Av.2. Select the aperture with the Iris ring.With the customized functions ( 83) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn theIris ring. Settings other than the aperture value (shutter speed, etc.) are adjusted automatically. The aperture changes when you lock and change the exposure. When the AGC switch is set to ON, the numeric value flashes on the screen when the selectedaperture is not appropriate for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the aperture. When the built-in ND filter is activated, the picture may become dark when you set a high aperturevalue. In such case, turn the ND Filter off first and readjust the aperture.dialIris ring