Viewfinder (continued)

Using the LCD

1 Set the POWER switch to ON.

2 Press the OPEN button in the direction shown by arrow to open the LCD.

It can open out to 120 degrees. Do not try to open it further as this will damage the camera.

3 Position the LCD monitor where it is easiest to see.

The monitor can be rotated 180° toward the lens and 90° toward you.

Do not apply unnecessary force to the open LCD. This can damage the camera.

Ensure the LCD is fully closed.

Both the LCD and viewfinder come on when you have rotated the LCD to face in the same direction as the lens for self-portrait shooting.

Emphasizing outlines

Emphasizing the outlines of the images you see in the viewfinder or on the LCD makes it easier to focus.

Emphasizing the outlines does not effect the images you shoot.

1 In CAMERA mode, press EVF DTL.

“EVF DTL ON” appears on the screen for about 2 seconds.

EVF DTL button

Press EVF DTL again to return to the original display. “EVF DTL OFF” appears on the screen for about 2 seconds.

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Panasonic AG-HVX200AP operating instructions Viewfinder, Using the LCD, Emphasizing outlines, Set the Power switch to on

AG-HVX200AP specifications

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