Preparing the Camcorder

Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap

 

While recording, the supplied lens hood with lens barrier is

 

effective for reducing stray light that can be the cause of lens

 

flare and ghost images. Additionally, closing the lens barrier

 

can help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on the

 

lens. Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder

 

or storing it after use.

25

* Note that the lens cap and the lens hood with lens barrier cannot

 

be used simultaneously.

 

1 Remove the lens cap.

2 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens so that the groove on the lens hood is aligned with the bottom of the lens (￿), and then turn the lens hood clockwise until it stops with a click (￿).

• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.

•Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.

•To remove the lens hood, turn it counterclockwise.

Using the Viewfinder

If it is difficult to use the OLED screen, you can use the viewfinder, which can be tilted 45 degrees upward. You can also use the viewfinder when you rotate the OLED panel 180 degrees to let the subject watch the recording.

1 Pull out the viewfinder.

2 Use the power switch to turn on the camcorder.

3 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever.

• You can close the OLED panel or rotate it toward the subject as you prefer.

• You can tilt the viewfinder 45 degrees upward.

Dioptric adjustment lever