Recording

Exposure Control

When the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in FULL AUTO, the camcorder controls the iris for you. Under normal conditions, the camcorder will adjust brightness automatically. You may need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject.

PUSH OPEN

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PUSH

DISPLAY

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EFFECT

 

 

MENU

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WIPE

 

 

 

 

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EJECT

CASSETTE

EJECT

 

+ Button

FULL AUTO/PRESET Switch

 

 

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EFFECT

 

MENU

FAR

NEAR

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Button

Manual Exposure

1.Place the POWER switch in CAMERA.

The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause. PAUSE appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

2.Place the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch in PRESET.

Press + to brighten the image.

Press to darken the image.

The exposure level indicator (± 01 to 06) appears in the viewfinder.

To Turn Off Manual Exposure

Press both + and at the same time or place the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch in FULL AUTO.

Conditions Requiring Manual Exposure

When recording with a bright background or reverse lighting.

When recording with a very dark background or very bright subject.

When recording a reflective natural background — such as a beach or when skiing.

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RCA ProV800C manual Exposure Control, To Turn Off Manual Exposure, Place the Full AUTO/PRESET switch in Preset

ProV800C specifications

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