Sharp VL-WD250U Using the Viewfinder, Adjusting the Diopter, Closing the viewfinder

Using the Viewfinder

You can record the subject using the electronic LCD viewfinder. You can also watch playback through the viewfinder.

Viewfinder

Power switch

1 Lift up the viewfinder.

Note:

•You can raise the viewfinder to aim the camcorder better depending on your position.

2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR.

• A picture is displayed in the viewfinder.

Lock button

Closing the viewfinder

Lower the viewfinder.

Cautions:

•Do not use excessive force when moving the viewfinder.

•Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder.

Notes:

•The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. When the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135° and 180°, however, the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor (see page 39).

•Be sure to close the viewfinder after use.

Adjusting the Diopter

Adjust the diopter according to your eyesight when the picture in the viewfinder is not clear.

1 Lift up the viewfinder.

2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA.

3 While looking through the viewfinder, turn the Diopter adjustment until the indicators in the viewfinder are clearly visible.

Diopter

adjustment

Preparation

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