Turning on the Flash and Firing a Test
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Automatic power-saving function:
After three minutes of inactivity, the flash will automatically enter power-
saving mode to conserve battery life. The LCD and the flash ready light will turn off. To reactivate the VX-710C,
press the PILOT button or press your camera’s shutter-release button halfway. During long periods of inactivity,
use the power switch to turn the flash off completely.
LCD illumination:
When you turn the flash on or press any button, the LCD will be illuminated for about six
seconds.
Audio monitor:
The audio monitor feature causes the flash to emit one or more beeps to indicate the status of
the flash:
Audio monitor
Status of VX-710C
Operation
One beep
Pressed button/fired flash
Normal
Two beeps
Flash ready
Normal
Long beep for 10+ seconds
Entering overheating protection
mode
Turn the flash off for 10 minutes
to let it cool off
Continuous beeping for approx.
10 seconds
Low battery warning
Replace batteries
