Preparing the Camcorder

Preparing the Camcorder

This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder, such as attaching the microphone holder and lens hood and adjusting the OLED screen, viewfinder and grip.

32

Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit

Use the supplied screws to attach the microphone holder unit to the handle.

Attaching the Lens Hood

Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray light that may hit the lens. Additionally, keeping the lens barrier closed can help avoid fingerprints and dirt on the lens.

Always remove the lens hood and attach the lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it after use.

1 Remove the lens cap.

• The lens cap and lens hood cannot be used at the same time.

2 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens with the lock screw side pointing down (￿) and turn it 90 degrees clockwise (￿).

•Be careful not to deform the lens hood.

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

3 Tighten the lock screw (￿).

￿

￿

￿

Using the Viewfinder

Adjusting the Viewfinder

1 Adjust the viewfinder’s angle as necessary.

2Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever until the viewfinder’s image is sharp.

Dioptric

￿adjustment lever

￿