Preparing the Camcorder

Preparing the Camcorder

This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching a lens and attaching the modular units to the camcorder: monitor unit, grip unit, handle unit, thumb rest, eye cup, etc. Your camcorder is

32nothing if not versatile and you can choose the configuration that best fits your needs and shooting conditions.

Configuration with monitor

Configuration with monitor

Light configuration with grip

Minimal configuration with

 

and handle for easy carrying

for hand-held shooting

thumb rest

NOTES

• When changing the camcorder’s configuration, be careful not to cover with tape or otherwise obstruct the cooling fan’s air intake vents (marked as AIR INTAKE).

Intake vents

Intake vents

Preparing the Lens

As much as possible, attach and remove the lens quickly and in a clean environment free of dust. Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens used.

IMPORTANT

•When attaching/removing a lens, avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources. Also, be careful not to drop the camcorder or lens.

NOTES

•Be careful not touch the lens mount or any components inside the lens mount area.

•Replace the body cap to the lens mount immediately after removing the lens from the camcorder.

•Keep the body cap clean and free from dust or dirt particles.