Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller

To fix the focus

Press the n button.

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This switches auto-focus off and fixes the focus.

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To focus on nearby subjects

Press the r button.

This enables switching the camera to manual focus mode while moving the focal point closer to the camera.

Holding the button down moves the focal point closer to the camera.

To focus on distant subjects

Press the e button.

This enables switching the camera to manual focus mode while moving the focal point further from the camera.

Holding the button down moves the focal point further away from the camera.

At some zoom settings, the camera may not be able to focus on the subject (P.22).

Adjusting the Brightness (BRIGHT)

This function brightens or darkens the image. When the camera is switched on, the brightness is set to the Normal level.

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To brighten or darken the image

Press the z side of the button to brighten the image and the x side to darken the image.

The image gradually brightens (or darkens) while the button

is held down.

Darker

Normal brightness

Brighter

The Normal brightness setting corresponds to setting [5] in the AE REFERENCE screen (P.32). The brightest setting

is [10] and the darkest setting is [1].

In particularly dark locations, it may not be possible to adjust the brightness.

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Canon VC-C50i Adjusting the Brightness Bright, To fix the focus, To focus on nearby subjects, To focus on distant subjects

VC-C50i specifications

The Canon VC-C50i is a versatile and powerful camera designed primarily for video conferencing, remote monitoring, and live streaming applications. This camera boasts a range of features and technologies aimed at delivering high-quality visuals and ease of use for professionals and organizations alike.

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