68Using External MicrophoneConnect external microphone (optional-user provided) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Video Camera.Clearer sound can be recorded. Turn on the switch on microphone and start recording. For details on microphone,see “Major Specifications” on page 165.Note :This DVD Video Camera cannot use a plug-in power type microphone (power supplied from Video Camera).13Setting Video Flash (Only for VDR-M70PP)(See “Introduction to Optional Accessories” on page 145)When recording stills in a dark place, or the subject is litfrom rear, it is recommended that you use the optionalVW-FLH3 Video Flash* (P. 145): Refer to theinstruction manual of Video Flash for use.* Unusable on VDR-M50PP.Note :• The DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutterspeed between 1/800 and 1/30 second (between 1/800and 1/10 second if Program AE has been set to LowLight) depending on subject brightness (P. 80 ).• When you use Video Flash with AUTO mode, “( A ” willalways be displayed.• An aim of an available range of Video Flash is about1 - 4 m.• See “Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality)” onpage 87 if you want to change the still quality mode.• However, dark subjects may not be in clear focus even ifthe Video Flash is used. It is recommended that youilluminate a subject when recording in a dark place.• When you use accessories for hot shoe, the power issupplied by this DVD Video Camera.A/VMICTo externalmicrophone jackSetting ofVideo FlashOn-screeninformationManner ofemitting lightAUTO A Automaticallyemits light in darkplace or in a placelit from rear.ON Always emits lightregardless ofbrightness.OFF No light emission.
