48RECORDINGAdvanced Features (Cont.)
Iris Lock
Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the LCD monitor), or when you want to lock the brightness level.
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken.
LCD monitor
Power Dial
0 L
Iris lock indicator
AUTO
FOCUS PRO. EXP.
MANUAL
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Shooting mode selector
BRIGHT
1 SELECT MODE
First make sure the LCD monitor is open fully. Turn the Power Dial to "REC" while pressing down the lock button located on the dial, and set the shooting mode selector to "MANUAL".
2 CENTER SUBJECT, LOCK IRIS Press 3. "EXP." is displayed in the LCD monitor. Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor, then press and hold 3 for about 2 seconds. The exposure setting display and “ L ” appear, indicating that the iris is locked.
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
NOTES:
Iris lock is recommended in the following situa- tions:
●When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.
●When shooting objects under a spotlight.
●When the subject is backing away.
●When zooming.
**Locking the exposure control and the iris
After step 1, adjust the exposure using the
..... Press 3. The Exposure Control indicator and
“L ” disappear. Or set the shooting mode selector to “AUTO”.